Friday, December 9, 2011

$100 Hart's Fabric Giveaway!


Great news, readers! Hart's Fabric is offering one lucky reader a $100 gift card (with shipping included, no less). They have a lovely selection of garment fabrics online. All you need to do to enter is leave a comment saying which fabric you'd like to use for your next apparel project.

Here, I'll go first!

How about some floral silk knit for a drapey bow-neck top?



Or maybe a 50s-style suit in some iris-colored Shetland wool?



Ooh, or even a cute little dress or pajamas in this tea-cup print linen.


Isn't this fun? Okay, it's your turn! All countries are eligible. Please just make sure I'm somehow able to find your e-mail address (either by linking to your profile or by leaving it in your comment). I'll choose a winner at the end of the day on Wednesday.

Good luck, my dears!


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  1. Laurie BrownDecember 11, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    The Lilac Black Cross Dyed Silk Dupioni! It would make the most awesome bustle jacket or huge skirt.

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  2. AdrianaDecember 11, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    I would get Sheer Orange Dotted Silk Chiffon with Metallic Stripe. It's a lovely bright and silky fabric for a light and airy top! YUMMMY!

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  3. KWuDecember 11, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    I actually recently placed a large order to Hart Fabrics and am quite excited to get started on those, but gotta do some muslins first since they're so nice! One fabric I'd like to get is the chocolate gingham since it was out of stock at the time of my order but I've been wanting some gingham garments for awhile now. kwugirl [at] gmail

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  4. sewnoviceDecember 11, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    I would love to make a cozy coat in the gray virgin wool.

    tfbellia@gmail.com

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  5. monadnockDecember 11, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Hi Gertie: I would love to make a wrap, three-quarter length coat in the Modal Crazy Corner Wool in Cream. I know it's positively impractical, but I love cream wool coats, especially worn with black, or espresso dark brown fitted trousers, boots and a turtleneck. I would follow your example with your swing coat, and line it in something unexpected and luxurious!

    Thanks . . . this was fun!
    Holly

    hollyclffrd@gmail.com

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  6. Katelyn AllersDecember 11, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    I'd love to use this http://www.hartsfabric.com/floral-silk-satin-fabric55468.html for the colette handbook's licorice dress. Though the silk cotton voiles look amazing as well. Thanks for an awesome giveaway!

    katelynallers - of the gmail sort.

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  7. Dorthe Mey ThurøDecember 11, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Would love this fabric: http://www.hartsfabric.com/eco-circa53-starburst-teal-64051.html

    <3 teal... :o)

    Love Dorthe
    meyjensenA T hotmail . com

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  8. KerenDecember 11, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Linen tencel in red is my pick. I imagine it in a boat neck style simple "little red dress". Hope i win


    Keren

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  9. adarhysentheDecember 11, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    The linen teal broadcloth has stolen my heart. I need more for my medieval cotehardies!

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  10. GeorgiedeanDecember 11, 2011 at 5:37 PM

    I would use the floral knit to make dresses for my daughters.

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  11. CaitieDecember 11, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    I'd love to make a seventies style pinafore or romper suit in corduroy, particularly this pink striped stretch one : http://www.hartsfabric.com/velvateen-fabric61500.html.

    caitlinann.c at gmail.com

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  12. PiiaDecember 11, 2011 at 6:42 PM

    So many lovely fabrics, so hard to choose! :)

    I think I would end up with this lovely light blue rayon/cotton challis for Colette Patterns Chantilly. It's been on my to-do list for ages.

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/rayon-fabric-fashion59332.html

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  13. jessicaDecember 11, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    I'd make a high waisted pencil skirt from the Lame' Printed Silk Tweed Fabric in Orange, or if I was feeling flush a floaty maxi dress in the gorgeous Digital Printed Geometric Silk Satin!

    What a great giveaway!

    jessicalunniss AT gmail DOT com

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  14. AnonymousDecember 11, 2011 at 7:45 PM

    Oh, I would totally love the Red Virgin Wool!! It would look so lovely for the princess seamed coat 1940's vintage pattern I just picked up today! Thank you for the giveaway...crossing fingers!! exenepunk13 AT gmail DOT com

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  15. AnonymousDecember 11, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Yummmy fabrics!! Hard choice but I think I'd go with this lovely georgette for a 1940s evening dress.

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/silk-fabric-satin-georgette61042.html

    Thanks for such a great giveaway!
    Kymaggieknits at gmail dot com.

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  16. LucyLDecember 11, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    I love voile and knit fabrics. for voile I'd try the Valori Wells Dandelion Voile cherry. For knit...I'd love to have all the organic cotton knit for kid clothes.

    Thank you~

    lucy.chen848(at)gmail(d0t)com

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  17. KariDecember 11, 2011 at 8:15 PM

    Wow, great site! I'd love to make a pair of trousers out of the Giorgio Armani Designer High Fashion Suiting Fabric Wool and Cashmere Stripe Black (a jacket to match would be ideal!).

    Thanks for the offer!
    kari at lpbroadband dot net

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  18. Mom (Míriam)December 11, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Gertie darling,
    Silk, always silk.... the touch, the shine...
    And how is the fabulous grey guy? My Bijou, my little tigress, is now on my knees. I have to make magic to find a place to the notebook...
    Kisses.
    Míriam (mom@rionet.com.br)

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  19. KristieDecember 11, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Wow. Fantastic timing. I just took a garment reproduction class this afternoon and your blog was recommended. I made a pattern for a sweatshirt that I have worn for 5 years. I need some knit fabric to recreate it. Maybe from Harts?? kristie_keely(at)yahoo(d0t)com

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  20. KristenDecember 11, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I would pick either the blue or grey virgin wool for a new winter coat! I already have the perfect pattern.

    kristen@silkandcyanide.com

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  21. miniDecember 11, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    It might seem strange but i would love to try and make 'Out To Lunch Cats and Birds Cotton Linen' into a wrap dress. it would be a sure fire talking point if it was a dress :)

    minikav ATgmail DOTcom

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  22. BexDecember 11, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    I'd love to win some of the Tammis Keefe prints (Michael Miller quilt fabric) to make a crazy 1950's shirt dress out of it.

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  23. Host-It NotesDecember 11, 2011 at 9:37 PM

    Ooh, what a fantastic giveaway!! I've been wanting to make a "sexy librarian" style blouse. I'd have to go with the Retro Geometric Fashion Chiffon Fabric Red and pair it with a black pencil skirt!

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  24. GingerDecember 11, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    I would buy some of the tea-cup print linen. Love it!

    ginger c at gmail dot com

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  25. Emily PendletonDecember 11, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    OH I just adore the floral silk!!!

    solocristo04@gmail.com

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  26. CarolineDecember 11, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    I love the digital printed geometric silk satin made in Italy - it would make a great summer tunic/tank . I like to have a new outfit for Christmas day and that would be perfect for around the bbq (New Zealand!!!)
    But this is very exciting as I am going to Santa Cruz for Easter next year - so now I know what I will be spending my time there!!!!
    carolinefosteratkins AT yahoo DOT co DOT uk

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  27. Caroline RamsayDecember 11, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    I love this one! It looks like it came from a Bollywood movie!

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/dewberry-heirloom-voile-62745.html

    c DOT ramsay AT live DOT com

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  28. MelissaDecember 12, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Without a doubt, if I won this giveaway, I would splurge on some Liberty of London Geometric. I love love LOVE this print and think it would make a most amazing blouse or tank dress. Ooh, fingers crossed!!

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  29. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    Hi Gertie!

    I love that Harts carries several eco-friendly fabrics. I'd love some of the eco-knits for t-shirts, dresses, and skirts.

    Kerri
    kdmorin@ymail.com

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  30. DestructiveCupcakeDecember 12, 2011 at 1:06 AM

    Fabric giveaway!! Looking forward to your book coming out!!

    Destructivecupcake at gmail

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  31. hazygirl_8December 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    wow they have so many organic fabrics - i think i'd have to go for Circa 53 Tree Stripes Sun cotton.
    Awesome giveaway!
    hazel.mason.at.gmail.com

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  32. hazygirl_8December 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    wow they have so many organic fabrics - i think i'd have to go for Circa 53 Tree Stripes Sun cotton.
    Awesome giveaway!
    hazel.mason.at.gmail.com

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  33. LeighDecember 12, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    Wow! 633 comments! Thanks for giving us a giveaway. :)

    I would get a wool jersey knit. Oh my, win or not, I'll probably get it anyway. Thanks for introducing me to Hart's!

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  34. SandraDecember 12, 2011 at 3:39 AM

    it is a tough choice but i think i wold go for a prints in the dress weight fabric since summer is coming here in NZ. Sandra@withinyou.co.nz

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  35. Linda ColemanDecember 12, 2011 at 4:26 AM

    I love the silk dupioni leaf fabric, would love to make a jacket in this.

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  36. JacquelineDecember 12, 2011 at 4:40 AM

    Wow! :) thats i great giveaway!

    I love retro looking floral fabric! I´m sure i find a perfekt one for my next sommer dress!

    Greetings from Jackie (elfchen at feynsinn.de)

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  37. LeneDecember 12, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    Wow, what a chance!
    At the moment my sewing skills are very needed, due to my husband loosing his income. A lot of fabric would be a true windfall!

    I would choose Flannels for PJ's for the entire family.
    This one would be great for my daughter:
    http://www.hartsfabric.com/sleep-sheep-flannel-63381.html
    So many interesting and fun prints! Here in europe we are happy if the stores carry 3 different solid colors! Pure awesomeness :-)

    My contact: lenehelming at gmail dot com

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  38. LoraDecember 12, 2011 at 5:46 AM

    I love the Habutai Silk Fabric Midnight. It looks dreamy!

    Lora W.
    imnstitches(at)hotmail(dot)com

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  39. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    Silky tops! Silky tops! Or a great green boucle so I can knock off a modcloth dress I love.
    seasoncoloratgmaildotcom

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  40. suziwong66December 12, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    I'm right into making summer tunics atm. This Valori Wells Dandelion Voile Cherry is just lovely and summery

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/valori-wells-voile62313.html

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  41. SkaapieDecember 12, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    I need to make a bridesmaids dress, so any patterned silk!

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  42. jaiDecember 12, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Just had a successful experiment with fabrics that stretch when cut on the bias to make lovely lovely drapey blouses as you've suggested. My heart thus drools over Hart's Fabric especially over those polka dotted chiffons,rayons and charmeuse darlings.

    jaimanila11@gmail.com

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  43. TriciaDecember 12, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    I need some wool coating. Like this: http://www.hartsfabric.com/wool-fabric58985.html.

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  44. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    I would like to sew a skirt or a jumper with this cute velveteen :

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/velvateen-fabric61500.html

    Thanks for the giveaway!

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  45. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    Great Christmas giveaway Gertie!
    I would no doubt go for an animal print knit, the abstract zebra is nice and so is the snakeskin, but realistically I would use the Black Leopard Print Knit (Item 64672) first...so nice
    shkoober@hotmail.com
    Thanks again Gertie!
    Jessica

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  46. LauraDecember 12, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    Oh my goodness! My partner and I are moving into our new home and the turquoise teacup linen would be perfect to make kitchen towels. The print is so cheery and will make us feel right at home.

    sevillecan at g mail dot com

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  47. ildapinguimDecember 12, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    Well, I would be very happy to work with tea-cup print linen.
    Ilda from Portugal

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  48. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    I love the Lizzy House Outfoxed Hedgehogs in Celery. This fabric needs to be made into a cute little dress!

    wanderinglost88@gmail.com

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  49. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Silk. Most DEFINITELY!!

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  50. zilredlohDecember 12, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Oh my! My odds aren't so good with 651 comments but I'll give it a go. :)

    I love the floral silk knit you picked out but I'm also loving the wool boucle in blue and the turqouise silk crepe.

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  51. LisaDecember 12, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    The Red Silk Voile Fabric would make a beautiful blouse.

    Lisa
    bike6564 AT gmail DOT com

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  52. MarianneDecember 12, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Out of all the loveliness I think I would go for the embrodered dot berry silk dupioni. Fun, but wearable. Or one of the far, far away cotton linen blends for some summer pajamas.

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  53. Emily BreckDecember 12, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    oh man, the wools are so appealing, I keep thinking of an early sixties skirt suit in a camel wool. But then also lace. I do basically want lace everything. Like the stretch blue lace for some clover pants . . .
    decisions are hard.

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  54. SahoOshiDecember 12, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    I'd love to try sewing with some cotton lawn. The Retro Asian is pretty cute in it's various colors. It might be fun to play with the Liberty of London Fabric Cotton Lawn Cloud Flowers Black too!

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  55. AshleyDecember 12, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    I am so excited - I am finally paying enough attention to be in time for a give away and I was forced to browse through a lovely selection of fabric. I will be adding them to my go to list!

    Ahem. Contest. I am currently in the process of making the maids dresses for a friends wedding. I will be spending the week before the wedding with them in a hotel suite for final fittings and fun girl time... but I have absolutely nothing to wear - and I hate when the creator of lovely things looks frumpy. You have inspired me to start planning my WEEK long wardrobe.
    I would love have a top out of this jersey stripe to pair with some sailor shorts (or skirt, I hate sewing shorts) http://www.hartsfabric.com/striped-knit-fabric60913.html
    The wedding is in May - wouldn't this be a lovely dress for Florida? http://www.hartsfabric.com/floral-silk-chiffon-fabric61793.html Naturally I would have to have a slip - there are plenty of silks on the site for that...
    I would also be adorable in a dress made of this voile http://www.hartsfabric.com/valori-wells-voile62313.html

    Now to discover my fabric for the actual wedding :)

    This was super fun - sorry for the long comment!

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  56. PırpırDecember 12, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    I'd pick 'Tree People Silk Georgette Fabric Purple'. I'd make the loveliest dress from a pattern, from my Burda Moden issue 06/1963, with this fabric. :)

    e-mail: pirpirinkucukdunyasi@gmail.com

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  57. wpDecember 12, 2011 at 1:57 PM

    I love the silk noil fabrics, especially the blue ones.

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/00729.html

    ^^

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  58. LisaDecember 12, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    I've been meaning to make a new lining for my favorite winter coat and I haven't gotten around to doing that yet; I should probably make that my next apparel project.

    lisa (dot) lee (at) snc (dot) edu

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  59. .December 12, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    I love the Paradise Garden Flannel. I'd love to brighten up my daughter's bedroom with some new bedding.

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  60. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    I would make a very simple A-line skirt out of the Asian Fan Fabric Red cotton fabric, because I've only learnt to sew so am starting with simple patterns. This bold fabric would make the simple skirt really stand out and I love asian inspired prints!

    From Susan:
    smills22 AT hotmail DOT com

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  61. CherylDecember 12, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    So many lovely wools to choose from!

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  62. Robin McDecember 12, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    I would love to make a dress using the Pink Floral rayon challis -

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/rayon-challis-fabric61503.html

    But I also love the floral silk knit that you chose!

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  63. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    I think I'd get some pink voile, http://www.hartsfabric.com/50958.html

    some silver voile, http://www.hartsfabric.com/cotton-voile-fabric56799.html

    and this is just adorable, I'd love to get this for a wrap dress I'm planning to make http://www.hartsfabric.com/designer-anna-maria-horner-voile-fabric56169.html

    my email address
    melissa1982 at gmail dot come

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  64. BrandyDecember 12, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    I just got some lovely skirts so now I need to make some blouses to go with them. There are so many options.I am thinking the chiffons...Floral Bouquet Chiffon, Polka Dot Fashion Chiffon, or even some of the solid green chiffons

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  65. jcounasseDecember 12, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    There are soooo many choices. Hard to pick just one. I would most definately pick something to make a skirt.
    Thank you for a great giveaway!

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  66. LindaDecember 12, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Those fabrics are so darling~! I would love to try making something out of the floral design~!

    lilkimchee@gmail.com

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  67. MariahDecember 12, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    Tough decision. I think I'll settle on the linen cotton brown for a shirt waist dress. With turned up shortsleeved cuffs lined with red and white polka dotted fabric.

    mariah DOT oliver AT gmail DOT com

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  68. AmyDecember 12, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    I love this Liberty of London fabric - I want to make the Schoolhouse tunic by Sew liberated and think this viole would be wonderful for it!

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/liberty-of-london-lawn-fabric61977.html

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  69. pieceLoveDecember 12, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    I'm desperate for a mini trench with a wide wale corduroy. Hart's khaki colour would do quite nicely. maybe with a Red Tahari satin lining?

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  70. MeDecember 12, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    I think that the Sheer Abstract Plum Confetti Silk Chiffon Fabric would make an adorable, bohemian-style top! It's chic, but playful at the same time! I think you could also make a lovely, flowy maxidress.

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  71. MuireannDecember 12, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    I'd love to make a skirt from Retro Geometric Fashion Chiffon Fabric Red. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  72. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    I could make some lovely courdory pants. Oh what an amazing treat that would be. I have a few pairs but would like to do some in a funky color!

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  73. 9patchDecember 12, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    I would love a dress out of Missoni Zigzag floral Lace Fire

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  74. PatriciaDecember 12, 2011 at 6:05 PM

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  75. PatriciaDecember 12, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    Navy Shattered Dot Fashion Chiffon Fabric

    Because I am a mother of two who is always shattered........

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  76. PJHDecember 12, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Oh, I would love to make a blouse from this http://www.hartsfabric.com/liberty-london-geometric-63178.html

    But lots of great choices on the site.

    Thanks for the opportunity to go in the draw!

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  77. RuthDecember 12, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    I love the Shetland wool in Bubble Gum pink. I do not have a pink wool skirt and would really love one to brighten the dull wintertime Michigan days. Thanks for the opportunity for the give away!~Ruth (vintageruth(at)hotmail(dot)com.

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  78. PiroskaDecember 12, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    I'd love to have a go at making a blouse in their Striped Silk Chiffon (red and white). http://www.hartsfabric.com/striped-silk-chiffon-fabric61791.html
    So luxurious!

    sophiekollo AT gmail DOT com

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  79. Lauren BDecember 12, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    I want to make a gathered, drapy red dress. I think the Habutai Silk Fabric in Red would be perfect.

    -Lauren, michellemiller_00@yahoo.com

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  80. elventrystDecember 12, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    My favorite is the liberty vintage blue flowers cotton lawn. I'd make a vintage-inspired dress!

    elventryst at gmail dot com

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  81. JuliaDecember 12, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    I would want a lovely silk cotton fabric like this one (http://www.hartsfabric.com/silk-cotton-amethyst-58632.html) which I'd use to make myself the Truffle dress from Colette Patterns book

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  82. HannahDecember 12, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    What a great giveaway! The Italian Pima Cotton Fabric in Meadow Floral Gray would make an adorable blouse to go with a pencil skirt made from Peach Small Wale Cotton Corduroy fabric.

    hannahlld AT gmail DOT com

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  83. Cheryl LemmonsDecember 12, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    The boucle would be wonderful since I'm hoping to make a Chanel jacket sometime in 2012.

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  84. Sandee BDecember 13, 2011 at 1:09 AM

    I've never commented before (sorry) but I just couldn't resist with the possibility of getting my hands on some shetland wool for a beautiful toasty warm coat. OR...some pumpkin colored wool crepe for a sharp looking dress. Or both.
    Thanks for the offer!
    Sandee B
    (sandee.baker@gmail.com)
    PS...love your blog!!

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  85. VivianaDecember 13, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Well, one fabric that is difficult to find varieties of is denim, and I saw a nice bamboo denim fabric I might like to try using for a tailored a-line dress with a delicate lawn petticoat underneath. Just a thought.

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  86. Anna DepewDecember 13, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    The best kind of giveaway! Thanks, Gertie! I would have to get my hands on the striped silk chiffon, is there anything better!?

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  87. JennyDecember 13, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    I definitely want a bright springtime-y dress out of this double gauze: http://www.hartsfabric.com/asian-floral-imported-japanese-double-gauze-cotton-print-fabric54134.html.

    jennifer.loyerdrew at gmail dot com

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  88. ms_smartiepantsDecember 13, 2011 at 2:20 AM

    Hart's! I used to go there when I lived in Santa Cruz a decade ago, but I had no idea there was an online storefront, so I'm delighted to discover that, thanks!

    I'm all over the glitzy stuff lately, so I would probably pattern a little dress to make out of the silver sequins on mesh. Disco diva!

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  89. ChapeuzinhoDecember 13, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    I think I might try this
    http://www.hartsfabric.com/mini-ruffle-fabric-62558.html

    my dearest darling friend has left me her overlocker while she's away for Christmas.

    I reckon a pair of pink frilly knickers!

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  90. CarolDecember 13, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    The iris coloured wool would sit perfectly in the SWAP I have planned!

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  91. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    A sheer, scattered polka dot in navy like this one?
    http://www.hartsfabric.com/polka-dot-chiffon-62582.html

    SOLD! (or, perhaps, WON? :-) )

    SabineC
    sushi(at)telenet(dot)be

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  92. OliviaDecember 13, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    Oh my what a grat giveaway. It was so hard to choose of all the lovely fabrics...

    I would ether make a sweet summer dress out of this printed cotton fabric. A forties style one with robins egg-blue buttons to top of those lovely colours...

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/liberty-of-london-lawn-fabric61387.html

    or (maybe more appropriate since its winter) I would make a spectacular suit using this plaid shetland wool. I would make a simple straight pencil skirt with boxpleats and a jacket in 40s lines with quite accentuated shoulders.. Of course I would use some vintage red bakelite buttons I have saved for the right thing to use to button the jacket.. Maybe I would even try making a matching beret out of the same fabric to really have an ensemble.. :)

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/wool-shetland-harvest-plaid-64573.html

    Thanks for your inspiring blogg! / Olivia from Sweden

    oliviabonnevier at yahoo dot se

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  93. UnknownDecember 13, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    I would love the Hawaiian Rayon Challis Fabric Floral Cream! I would make a nice Sunday dress out of on of the dress fabrics like that!

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  94. kfr14819December 13, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    the lavendar wool boucle would be lovely for a jacket - then could wear it more with skirts or jeans. I am a fabric addict, so they could all find a place in my stash. Thank you.

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  95. SarahDecember 13, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    I need to start thinking about fabric for my Sewaholic Minoru jacket - I think the linen cotton fabric in dark grey would be perfect with topstitching in a contrast colour like mustard or red.

    Sarah

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  96. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    Since I am taking textile printing course right now, I am crazy about big and colorful and flashy prints. Would definitively go for Large Floral Silk Jersey http://www.hartsfabric.com/silk-knit-fabric59541.html.
    And all-purpose-jersey-dress is what would come out of it :)
    bibiconi@hotmail.com

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  97. RaneeDecember 13, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    I have a weakness for Echino. So fun for totes and purses! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  98. CarynDecember 13, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    This one!

    Joel Dewberry Heirloom Voile Opal Blush

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  99. Alexandra RDecember 13, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    I have been looking for a nice grey chambray so I was super happy to see Black Caroline Chambray (which is actually greyish) on their site)- even if I don't win I will be buying some!

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  100. CarisaDecember 13, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    How Fun! I can't believe 700 people have already entered! wow! Well, where I live, there is a major shortage of nice denim that actually looks like ready to wear denim. Since I'm not only curvy but also short (le sigh) I would buy the USA Made Dark Indigo Denim. :)

    Thanks Gertie!

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  101. libeled ladyDecember 13, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    I've kind of been dying to make a grown up dress out of Anna Maria Horner's Little Folks voile: http://www.hartsfabric.com/designer-anna-maria-horner-voile-fabric56167.html. libeled.lady.clothing at the gmail.

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  102. myrlegacyDecember 13, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I have half baked plans for classic blazers -- I'd love some wool and corduroy. And some flannel for pj pants.
    ~marian
    myrlegacy at gmail dot com

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  103. StarfishDecember 13, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    I would love to make a copy of the yellow dress that Kate Middleton wore at Calgary International Airport. But I would make it in the purple Silk Cotton Voile from Hart's Fabric.
    iben at skydebanen dot net

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  104. osovictoriaDecember 13, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    This is the fabric I would chose, Retro Yellow Bean Plaid Silk Chiffon. You may contact me through my blog and thanks so much!

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  105. L.December 13, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I would love a nice wool bouclé. it is so cold here! thank you for the giveaway!

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  106. lesleyanneDecember 13, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    A very painterly-looking crosshatch rayon challis for a Madmen-style blouse to wear with a dark blue pencil skirt. I just try and imagine whether Joan would wear it...

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  107. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    That Houndstooth Silk Suiting fabric in brown has my heart! It would be perfect for some 50s trousers!

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  108. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    I love the Echino Mini Car Fabric Green Japanese fabric! So cool!

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  109. aecDecember 13, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    I first saw their Recycled Hemp and Organic Cotton Fabric Woven Grey while entering another giveaway and I'm still dreaming of it. However, I could be selfless and use the opportunity to purchase the Herringbone Plaid Woolen Fabric Grey Ivory or Italian Plaid Wool Coating Fabric Black to finally try my hand at a Colette Negroni for my Special F-ing Man Friend. Thanks to Gertie and Harts for the generous giveaway!

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  110. KatieDecember 13, 2011 at 2:30 PM

    I love all the eco fabrics they have on offer- I think I'd choose their 'Ruby Soy Organic Cotton and Spandex Jersey Knit Fabric', as I'm quite into sewing knits at the moment..or a tencel knit..so many to choose from, I love Hart's Fabric!

    katie_young at hotmail dot com

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  111. hm729December 13, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    I would love the knits to make baby clothes and the terrycloth to make hooded towels.

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  112. Ellen DavenportDecember 13, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Oh I'd have to get some Grey Mini Ruffle Knit, or the Stretch Ruffle Knit Fabric Navy, to make a super easy skirt to wear with tights and my new boots that are under the Christmas tree.

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  113. Huan-HuaDecember 13, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    I love this black and white lace fabric! http://www.hartsfabric.com/wool-fabric-fashion-lace60375.html

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  114. Laura MaeDecember 13, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Those wool fabrics look absolutely yummy! But it doesn't get much better than polka dot silk cotton. There are just too many choices!

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  115. FrancieDecember 13, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    I LOVE the Rosettes Fashion Fabric Dusty Pink! I could see that in a cute and casual bomber style jacket. That may have to go in my to-do pile!

    francield at yahoo DOT com

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  116. MarieDecember 13, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Please do count me in, what an excellent giveaway! sklipikish[at]hotmail[dot]com

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  117. Ariel TitaDecember 13, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    i would love to have the wool to make my sister a jacket

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  118. ArielDecember 13, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    i would really like to make a jacket for my sister from the wool

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  119. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    I'm curious about bamboo fabrics, so I suppose I'd start with some bamboo jersey knit.

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  120. PalomaDecember 13, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Blue Floral Japanese Double Gauze Cotton Fabric by Naomi Ito is calling my name! Thanks for the giveaway!

    pa7oma(at)yahoo(dot)com(dot)mx

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  121. RachelDecember 13, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    I'd get this fabric, it's gorgeous: http://www.hartsfabric.com/abstract-cotton-silk-voil-64647.html

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  122. UnknownDecember 13, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Maybe some Valori Wells Dandelion Voile. Thanks for the amazing giveaway!

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  123. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Definitely the wool-silk blend - I have been itching to make a fabulous dress with an Alexander McQueen aesthetic!

    mitmondon at gmail, or (probably better) leaving a comment on my website would work well.

    Thank you so much!

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  124. graceDecember 13, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    this is so fantastic! i'd probably stock up on some interlock and the shetland wool.

    gkgarry at gmail (dot) com

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  125. tinydancerDecember 13, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    I would love to sew a dress vest for my little brother out of the beautiful armani wool and cashmere stripe suiting. He's getting married soon and moving away so I just want to send some fun pieces with him.

    dancingandsewing(at)gmail dot com

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  127. emily beaufortDecember 13, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    i've never attempted to sew with silk, so i'd try to make a lovely blue dress out of this:
    http://www.hartsfabric.com/00729.html

    or, maybe this?

    http://www.hartsfabric.com/geo-pima-fabric-cotton61847.html

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  128. ChloeDecember 13, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Such great fabric!
    -Chloe
    ( chloeskyedelaney@gmail.com )

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  129. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    Summer dress out of double gauze! howetl01@yahoo.com

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  130. ElizaDecember 14, 2011 at 12:42 AM

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  131. ElizaDecember 14, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    Thanks for the opportunity. The choices at Hart's look amazing. I love the iris wool you pointed out, but I'd probably pick the bubble gum pink. I'm girly like that.

    susan_elizabeth_lane@yahoo.com

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  132. KateDecember 14, 2011 at 1:43 AM

    There's so, so much pretty there. Who needs groceries when there's fabric to be bought? ;) I would make a pencil skirt out of this grey wool: http://www.hartsfabric.com/wool-shetland-charcoal-64570.html and a drapey wrap top out of this blue charmeuse: http://www.hartsfabric.com/silk-charmeuse-fabric61087.html

    sherwood21@gmail.com

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  133. DaneMumDecember 14, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    Great contest!! And what GREAT selection of fabric they have - I absolutely LOVE the Wool Shetland Fabric Harvest Plaid!!!

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  134. LindaDecember 14, 2011 at 4:12 AM

    How exciting! I would make a little black evening dress from their black Silk Rayon Velvet! Linda

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  135. Ms MarpleDecember 14, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    I have been eyeing off the silk cotton lawn in polkadots or some double gauze in polka dots too. Thanks for the fab giveaway!

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  136. LeezzaDecember 14, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Been searching for the perfect polka dot fabric for Australia's summer, the sheer polka dot chiffon is just perfect, the navy shattered dot chiffon is awesome too!

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  137. PetraDecember 14, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    I would buy a lovely silk crepe for a jasmin blouse, or the sheer polkka dot chiffon in turquoise.. Loveley give away! Warm regards from Europe,
    Petra DOT dijkstra AT home DOT nl

    Thanks!

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  138. StephanieDecember 14, 2011 at 7:34 AM

    I would probably choose one of their Nani Iro or Liberty fabrics. I love their prints! So beautiful!
    thenakedseamstress AT gmail DOT com

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  139. SherrillDecember 14, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    I am absolutely in love with the Houndstooth fabrics. All of them! So classy, yet fun.

    sherrillbasse@hotmail.com

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  140. NaoDecember 14, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    'Medallion Cotton Rayon Upholstery Fabric Sangria' is definitely my fav! I'm not a big fan of home projects, but I'm pretty sure I could make that fabric work as a bag or even a graphic pencil skirt! Do you guys think that would work?

    naomi.lange AT gmx DOT net

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  142. R MomDecember 14, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    If I'm not too late, the Silk Cotton Sateen Gold is gorgeous. Thanks

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  143. fullfathomDecember 14, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    I think I would have to get enough of a striped dupioni to drape a dress for Dicken's Fair next year. Item #: 32213 looks perfect.

    thanks for the opportunity!

    anemone1 at comcast dot net

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  144. JessieDecember 14, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Hello Gertie, I would make that Perfect Fit Bomb Shell Dress in your tutorial with this fabric! Its a Retro Cubes Navy Stretch Silk Jacquard, it has a touch of spandex and features a retro double box motif. It would look so divine and have such a lovely structure! Fabrichttp://www.hartsfabric.com/silk-jacquard-lining-fabric61041.html

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  145. MollyDecember 14, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Since Christmas is on my mind, I would buy a bright red wool, and make a fabulous '50's dress for the holiday season, and then wear it to all my classes with a huge fluffer underneath. Molly.holleran@gmail.com

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  146. AnonymousDecember 14, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    I'm loving the black leopard knit as well as that iris wool. It would make such a cheerful coat. :) adkicks AT aol DOT com.

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  147. Lisa CarverDecember 14, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    What a great giveaway! I would love to win this now that I have some time to work on my own projects.

    redletteryear AT gmail.com

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  148. Thien-Kim aka KimDecember 14, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    I'm in love with the Anna Maria Horner velveteen. Love the pretty colors! kimstoys at gmail dot com

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  149. JenDecember 14, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    oooo, hope I'm not too late—the movers lost a chunk of my stash when we relocated. There are two big fat guys twirling around in novelty prints somewhere in Pittsburgh...

    There are so many beautiful fabrics it's difficult to choose, but I might actually go with the royal blue cotton voile for a 40s skirt suit. I need something classic and versatile! (http://www.hartsfabric.com/cotton-voile-fabric59580.html)

    That said, this Hawaiian challis might make a cute blouse to go beneath the suit...! (http://www.hartsfabric.com/hawaiian-rayon-fabric61966.html)

    Thank you, Gertie!

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  150. Joie de VivreDecember 15, 2011 at 2:27 AM

    Hmmm, I think a silk knit sounds amazing! Amazing fibre, amazing weave, lovely! Thanks for making this international too! jwintour/at/xtra/dot/co/dot/nz

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  151. Lisa C. in GADecember 15, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    Gorgeous...I woolf go straight for the linens!!

    Barzi10091@aol.com

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  152. ClaireDecember 15, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    I would love the Alexander Henry Ojo De Dios Bright fabric. This is so much fun. Every time I go to Mexico I wish to have some cotton prints resembling the blankets you can buy there (but are too thick for sewing). And here it is....

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  153. BlackcurrantDecember 18, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Flannel! Flannel with bicycles, flannel with birds, flannel with tartan...

    Or some spotty rayon chiffon for a drapy blouse, and some ruffle knit fabric for a wee short skirt. Very cute fabrics!

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  154. sara : 5 o'clock crowsDecember 19, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Ooh! What a great giveaway! It's so hard to choose, but I'd have to go with the Black and White Abstract Cotton Silk Voile for a blouse.

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  155. CleoFebruary 15, 2012 at 1:28 AM

    Hi my name is Cleo and I am addicted to fabric. Please help me get my fix. LOL I would stock up on Kona Solid Bundles!! Borning i know but oooooh so good!

    what a wonderful give away - its soooo exciting.

    Cleo
    cleo (AT) techgear.co.za

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