Sunflower Spice Blog Hop and Giveaways
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Sunflower Spice Blog Hop with Jennifer Thomas
Today is my day on the Sunflower Spice Blog Hop with Jennifer Thomas. Keep reading to learn about 2 giveaways!
I am excited to share the quilt project that I made using the beautiful Sunflower Spice fabrics from Island Batik by Lumin Fabrics, a signature collection designed by Jerry Khieve for Jennifer Thomas of Curlicue Creations.
Beautiful Batiks
It was hard to decide which of the Sunflower Spice batiks I wanted to use for my quilt project as all of the colors are so neat.
I finally decided to go with a warm grouping of red, yellow and orange for this table topper.
Sawtooth Star Quilt Blocks
One of my favorite quilt blocks to make is the Sawtooth Star and I do have a tutorial for it.
Diamond in a Square
I made some teeny tiny 2-inch Diamond in a Square quilt blocks for the corners. Here is a great photo of the sunflower batik that I used for my border.
Sunflower Spice Wall Hanging
My quilted piece is 25″ x 25″ and would have a beautiful wall hanging also. I am almost finished with the pattern and hope to have it done by the end of the blog hop.
Dogs on Quilts
We have been watching my daughter’s dog all weekend and I tried to get a photo of her and Rusty on my quilt. It didn’t work out to well.
Just Me and the Dogs
My granddaughter came over to pick up Tasha and I asked her to take a photo of me with the dogs by the wall hanging. I think she did a great job.
Blog Hop Lineup and a Giveaway
Yesterday Jennifer shared four of the quilts and patterns that she made with the Sunflower Spice collection. She is also giving away a 20 piece fat quarter bundle of Sunflower Spice and a print copy of one of her new patterns.
To enter, leave a comment on her post and follow her. Please tell her I sent you.
Here is a list of all of the quilters that are taking part in the blog hop.
- June 1: Curlicue Creations
- June 2: Freemotion by the River – this is me
- June 3: Lisa’s Quilting Passion
- June 4: Larkspur Lane Designs
- June 5: Textile Time Travels
- June 6: Lady Blue Quilt Studio
- June 7: Sew Preeti Quilts
- June 8: Quilted Delights
- June 9: Sew Cute and Quirky
- June 10: The Darling Dogwood
My Giveaway
I am also doing a giveaway! These are two different 5″ Stamp squares each has 42 pieces. I have had them in my stash for some time and decided it was time to share them.
How to Win – Help Me Pick a Name
I need help deciding on a name for my quilt and I would love some ideas. Please leave me a comment with a suggestion of a name.
At the end of the blog hop I will pick a winner. This is open to USA residents only, due to shipping costs. If you are outside the USA and win, you will receive 3 of my digital patterns.
A big thanks to Jennifer Thomas of Curlicue Creations and Island Batik, Lumin Fabrics.
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About Connie
Hi, I’m Connie Kresin Campbell, the quilter, writer, and photographer behind Freemotion By the River. I enjoy inspiring others with my quilt tutorials and patterns. You’ll also see my sweet adopted dogs from time to time.
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This is an amazing quilt! Could be my new favorite for the Fourth Fireworks! (we put a shower curtain on the ground first then put the quilt on top – keeps the grass stains off and the dampness out.) I bet everyone will stop my to see this one! It’s wonderful! Thanks!
Thanks Joan, that is a great idea to use a shower curtain!
Your quilt is gorgeous. I would call it Blazing Stars.
I’m not good at naming quilts. The only thing I could think of is “Stars around the block”.
This is so pretty, Connie! I love the reds and yellows!
I would call your quilt Sanoma Sunrise
Spicy Stars or Sunny Stars
I have enjoyed reading your blog post and the comments and ideas for names that followed! I do think many of us are on the same track for a name, but I like short names for quilts… thinking about the quilt labels that we all put on our quilts 😉 So I am suggesting “Zesty” or if you want to keep the sunflower in the fabric line name “Sunflower Zing”
Starry Sunset
And great squirrel pictures!!
Next time I read your email or blog I will be in Florida. We are leaving Idaho to be near our grandkids ( and kids)😅
My quilt name recommendation is “ Sunshine Days.”
First thought that came to me was Sun Fire. Beautiful!
Spring to Fall
(Shoo)fly to the Sun
Hi Connie,
The name that came to me for your gorgeous quilt was Sunshine Time.
Love your wallhanging and those colors are gorgeous! I would call this one Sunshine in a Box. We all need sunshine in a box sometimes, and this one fills the bill!
Name Idea for your quilt name – “Sunflower Spice Sunset or Sunrise”
Love the summer colors! Summer has definitely arrived here in Omaha! Seems it wasn’t too long ago I was complaining it wasn’t warm enough. This heat and humidity is a killer! Storms almost every night too!
Thanks Lori, we have been having storms and muggy weather also. I prefer winter.
Name my quilt give-away
Sunshine and stars
Starry sunshine day
I just love seeing photos of dogs on your quilts! I’d call this quilt Spicy Stars as a nod to both the fabric collection and the design. It’s beautiful!
I am going to suggest the name Stars in the Desert for your quilt. Rusty just keeps getting more and more handsome. You can tell he has a lot of character. Tasha looks like a sweetie also.
Hi Connie, The colors are awesome and so is the pattern.
I would call it Star Crossed Autum!
“Radiant Star Quilt”
It looks like it represents warmth, comfort, & a touch of cheerful radiance!
The central design w/ it’s bright yellow & red stars bring sunshine & joy. Given the intricate star pattern & vibrant colors, this name is fitting!
Beautiful wallhanging! My name for it would be Blazing Splender!
Stars Ablaze!
Your quilt wallhanging is very cute.
This fabric line is gorgeous, and your quilt is too. My suggestion for a name is Autumn Sunset.
I think naming a quilt is very tricky! I like “Radiant” for this one.
I would suggest “Shades of Summer ” for your quilt. Blog hops are lots of fun, thanks for participating.
This name just popped in my head Aztec Sunset. I know it’s not the perfect pattern but it just came to me and I love it! Hope you do too!
I love the colors you chose for your wall hanger. The fabric is beautiful. I come to your page just to see what your up to. Love your dog Rusty.
When I look at the block, it looks like a shield. Star Shield
Sunflowers love to follow the sun. How about “Heads Up” for the name?
How about Sunflower Serenade?
The quilt is absolutely gorgeous! I look forward to making one for my table soon!
Beautiful colors. Sunset in Sedona.
Sangria Sunset
I love the colors in this collection!! I think a possible name for your project could be “Let the sun shine”. Beautiful!!
Trip Around the Sun
Sunny exploding stars.
Your new quilt is beautiful and would look right at home on my kitchen table! I think a good name would be “Sunflowers and Diamonds.” This is a perfect summer table topper. In addition, it wouldn’t take tooo long, leaving me time to enjoy the beach and sit at sea turtle nests. I live in Kitty Hawk, NC., a little piece of paradise! (Please let me win the fabric giveaway!) Have a great summer and give Rusty a pat from me, Mary Jane
Moonglow and Sunrise – 1st Suggestion
Fire on the Mountain- 2nd suggestion
Your project is beautiful and I love the bright colors in this collection.
Beautiful fabric on your table runner. Nice pictures, I also have a rabbit that was here last year and she is here this spring again. I spoil her/him with fresh carrot shavings and soon be planting a window box of parsley.
I read everyone’s suggestions for a name to make sure I hadn’t thought of something someone had already said. I live in the vast state of Wyoming, and I see “PRAIRIE SUNRISE” as the name of your beautiful quilt. I see those colors popping up in flowers on the top of the cactus in the fields, in wildflowers, and on sunny days on the prairie. Thank you for this naming contest. It’s fun!
You could call it spicy stars or all spiced up.
Fabrics are beautiful
How about Bright Star for your quilt name?
So generous of you to share your giveaway. Beautiful batiks- my favorite! I love your topper (and the photos of you and the dogs)! I would call it “Spicy Sunflowers”.
The table topper should be called Spiced Peppers!
Hi Connie,
I think a good name for your quilt is: “Desert Sunset”
It looks like a hot beating desert sunset to me. I get hot just looking at it! LOL
Enjoy your Blog Hop!
Bye!
Mona Kindel
Love this pattern~ Face the SUN!
My name suggestion “Sunshine on Roses”. I would love to win the batiks!
I love the picture of the two pups, Rusty looking at the camera and the little one turned his back. Haha! I think Fireglow for the name.
Thank you for sharing with your readers. Love the bright bold colors. Kind of reminds me of a sunset or sunrise. How about Sunflowers at Sunset (or Sunrise).
I think you picked the perfect fabrics and colors from this bundle to create your project, Connie! My first thought when I saw it (besides WOW!) was to name it Stellar Bloom. It’s gorgeous!
Fiesta Stars is my suggestion
Summer Sunrise!
Gail P, Annapolis MD
New Mexico chilis.
I love this pattern. I believe Paprika is a perfect name!
I think that Sunflowers at Sunrise reflects your pretty quilt.
My name for your quilt is “Red Glow of the Sun”
Rusty doesn’t look very happy having the other dog there.
Love the colors in your quilt–I think “Sun Whirl” would be a good name for it!
Beautiful quilt. I suggest Crimson Star.
Cute quilt! My name suggestion is Saffron.
Thanks
I love the colors you picked for your piece. I think i would name it SUN CIRCLE because it looks like a grouping of suns! Very nice.
Thanks Marty
Connie, what a beautiful quilt. The first thing that came to my mind was summer sun. Not very inspiring as a name, but that’s what it looks like to me. I especially like the small corner blocks. That’s a great detail added.
Thanks for the blog hop info, I’ll check every day
Niki
Thanks!
It’s beautiful! I would call it Sunset Glow.
Thanks
Hi Connie, love your wall hanging, such beautiful colors! My suggestion for a name is “Star Fire”!
Thanks Beverly
Hello Connie! Thank you for participating in the hop! I love the bright little quilt you made showcasing the warm colors in the collection. Thank you for sharing the hop with your followers. So many have mentioned it! You must have some wonderful followers!🌸
Thank you Jennifer, I do have a awesome group of followers and I really appreciate them.
I absolutely love the fabrics of the quilt. Im thinking maybe “FIRE and SPICE” would be a good name for the quilt. With the reds and yellows remind me of of something on fire.
Thanks Darla
Immediately I thought Southwest Stars! The colors and design speak of the heat and openness of our southwest desserts. It’s such a pretty wall hanging.
Thanks!
Hi, Connie! I love the pictures of Rusty! He is adorable! When I see that quilt tt makes me think of stars bursting and the summer sun, so maybe something like Sunburst or Summer Starburst? It’s really beautiful and I love the warm, vibrant colors. Take care!
Thanks Kim, Rusty is getting better about get his photo taken.
I would call your quilt “Fire on Fire.” It reminds meof looking down on a fire pit but it’s much more artistic than the real thing!
Thank you
I love your quilt! The name I thought about was “sunflowers all around”.
Thanks
I live in Canada, the rain is pouring down. Your table topper looks so bright and sunny, so it should be called ‘Sunshine dreams’. I am dreaming of sunshine .
I really enjoy your posts, especially the dogs, as well as the beautiful quilt creations.
Thank you
Ann
Thanks Ann
“Sunflower sparkler” is my suggested name for
Your quilt. It’s absolutely stunning!
Thanks Pat
Nice new tabletopper. The name that immediately came to me was “Autumn Leaves”
Here’s my suggestion for the name of your quilt:
Spicey Sunflower Garden
Here’s my suggestion for the name of your quilt:
Spicey Sunflower Garden
I think Sunset would be a great name for your wall hanging. That,s what it makes me think of. Beautiful!
First I just love the colors you choose for your table topper, those are my colors, love the red’s and orange….and I think it should be called
Bright stars. The stars just stand out on them.
Thanks
Darlene
Hi Connie….
What jumped in my head is ..
DESERT SUNRISE
Love the colors. I think golden days or golden daze would be a good name for your quilt
Quilt name: the first thing I thought of is “Dog Days of Summer”!
Quilt reminds me of July Sunrise.
Thanks Marie
Your granddog is beautiful! And it’s always good to see our favorite, Rusty! Awesome photo of you and the dogs!
Thanks Sheryl, she is a sweetie and gets along with Rusty…..basically they both ignore each other. LOL
Hello Connie, I live in Australia, but I have a suggestion to name your quilt, I thought ‘Summer Sun’ suits it well.
I have just read the comments already posted and see my idea is similar to many, great minds think alike!
Thanks Dawn
It’s beautiful! When I first saw it I felt like I was sitting in the sun and could feel its warmth. Therefore, my suggestion is Sun-Kissed.
Thanks Michele
Gorgeous fabric and gorgeous quilt!
Since it looks like Rusty has claimed it, how about Rusty’s Stars!
Love how he’ always ready for a photo op! Our last dog would shy away from the camera whenever we tried to take a picture. He was a rescue so I’m thinking he was abused.
Thanks Yevonne, Rusty is a rescue also and after 3 years he is only now becoming more comfortable with a camera pointed at him.
That turned out beautifully in those fabrics. The design is fabulous. It is a perfect summer quilt in those colors so I’d name it Hot Summer Nights. Nice picture e of you and the pups together.
Thanks Mary
Red Hot Sunset – that is my name idea. What a gorgeous fabric line, and you did justice to the colors you chose. Beautiful project!
Thanks Sara
Hi Connie,
Star-tacular came to mind as a name for the warm star table topper. It is beautiful! Well done! I would love to make one. Thank you!
Thanks Melodi
I love your tabletopper quilt. The colors remind me of a hot summer evening when the sun is setting and those beautiful red yellow and orange colors fill the sky. Your center reminds me of a sun burst. I would call this Summer Sunset.
Thanks Karla
Love your “Summer Stars” table topper, those fabrics are gorgeous.
Thanks MaryAnn
I love this line. The colors are amazing. I think Star Spice or Spice Star would be a good name for your amazing wall hanging. Rusty and your daughter’s dog are so adorable. Thank you for a chance to win.
Thanks Janice
Hi Connie,
I thing Star Crossing would be a good name for it . The stars, after all, are crossing. Anyway, it is a beautiful table topper and the line looks great!
Thanks Vickie
Beautiful table topper! I suggest Glowing Stars for a name.
Thanks Vicki!
Your quilt is lovely and I love the colors you chose, my name suggestion is Sunburst.
Thanks Pam, I like it
Your pattern and fabric are beautiful! I’d name it “Wrapped in Sunshine”.
Thanks Nancy, neat name!
So many wonderful things to see! Thanks! Love the photos of “the kids”. I LOVE the section “Other Blocks”. I’m making some small “going home” quilts for a local Children’s Nursing home and you have so many wonderful choices! The fur-kids look like they are having a great time together! Thanks as always
Thanks Joan
I was looking at the picture of you and the two dogs and thought of “Let the love shine.” Or it can be shortened to “Love Shine.” It is a great looking table topper or wall hanging
I forgot to say that I love your posts and your love of dogs!
Hi Connie,
I love your batik quilt topper! And because you used the warm colors how about “Hot n’ Spicy” as a name for it! 💖 Thanks for sharing your pics of Rusty and Tasha!
Neat name, thanks Amy
Your table topper is gorgeous. I think that it looks like a summer sunset, so that’s the name that I would enter, “Summer Sunset”
Thanks Melonie, great name!
So bright and happy. I’d call it sunflower star.
Thanks Karen
Love the quilt and love the fabrics. Such happy colors. I would name your quilt Summer Sunshine. It just reminds me of a sunny summer day.
Thanks Mary
I would call your quilt “You are My Sunshine”
Tell your dog I said HI!
Thanks Monica, Rusty says hi back!
Your quilt looks so pretty Connie. I really love the fabrics in this collection. (The pictures of your dogs really made my day. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks Joyce
Sunshine Flower for the quilt name.
Thanks!
I think Bright Sunshine Morning should be the name of your quilt!