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Wednesday, 5 July 2017

Clamshell Dilly Bags from "Quilting on the go...English Paper Piecing" *Giveaway Alert*


Welcome, today is one of my days on the book tour for my new book

"Quilting on the Go ... English Paper Piecing"

and I am excited to share with you my two versions of the

"Strawberries and Cream Clamshell Dilly Bag"




The original was made in soft pinks and white with a touch of bold red, easy to see why I called it "Strawberries and Cream ..."

My new version that I have made is more a "Blueberries" inspired version.


For this one I have chosen to use the new range "Bloomsbury" from Franny and Jane for Moda.
This range is set for release in September in the US.

 

I instantly fell in love with the blue and pops of coral. I tried to tell myself that I wouldn't do any fussy cutting this time but some of the charm squares had perfectly placed/cut prints that they just had to be. :)








I can't pick a favourite. I love both versions :)


Sadly, and despite all my best efforts in the editing process 
there is an error in the lining instructions for this project. 
You can find the correction HERE. 
The error has been corrected for future reprints.  xx



**GIVEAWAY ALERT **

Would you like to win your own signed copy of my new book?

To go into the random draw please leave a comment on this post, maybe telling me what fabric you would use.  The winner will be announced at the end of the Book Tour on August 15. 

There will be multiple chances to enter, just look for the Giveaway alert at the bottom of my Book Tour Posts.

Open Internationally.

Good luck and Thank you for stopping by.



Hoary Stitching,
Sharon x

104 comments:

  1. SandyN5 July 2017 at 15:53

    Wow.. it would be GREAT to win your new book. I would have to use my favourite fabric. Tilda. Thanks for the opportunity to win.

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  2. Anonymous5 July 2017 at 16:19

    Hi SHaron I love this bag , it will be my next project , I will make mine with French General fabrics , I would love to win a signed copy of this gorgeous book ��

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  3. Unknown5 July 2017 at 16:33

    You seriously can't ask for a favorite fabric, it's like asking which one is your favorite child! I do like the look of Rosalie Decker's new line that keeps popping up in my instergram feed. Also I've been waiting patiently for your book since AQC.

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  4. The Patch Craft5 July 2017 at 16:41

    Brights, I would be checking out my stash. Great giveaway. Congratulations on your book. It's on my birthday wish list.

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  5. Unknown5 July 2017 at 16:47

    Liberty fabrics of course! Thanks for the giveaway. Ive always loved paper piecing.

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  6. Unknown5 July 2017 at 16:52

    I love that bag! I would likely use either cotton and steel fabric or some of the fun Japanese fabrics I have stashed.

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  7. Coser Tejer Crear5 July 2017 at 17:04

    This is such a cute project! I've always wanted to sew clam shells and EPP seems perfect for it. Thanks for the giveaway and congrats on the book!

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  8. Bellbird5 July 2017 at 17:09

    I would love to make this for an elderly cat loving friend using Tula Pink's Tabby Road range.

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  9. Unknown5 July 2017 at 17:14

    Love the strawberries and cream. I'd use Jodie Carlton grey Rockpool fabric for the top and reds and pinks from the material I'm using for my first epp, Southern Aurora!
    Ann Reynolds

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  10. Binsa5 July 2017 at 17:19

    Hi Sharon I would love a chance to win a copy of your new book.Congratulations.The fabric I would use from my stash is Tilda bumble bee range

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  11. Jacqueline5 July 2017 at 17:25

    Thank you so much for the chance to win a signed copy of your lovely book. Fingers crossed!

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  12. Lianne5 July 2017 at 17:29

    Oh wow I would love a chance to win. I would use little ruby as my fabric choice.

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  13. wenhkc5 July 2017 at 17:34

    I have lots of fabric from Hawaii and would use a selection of those pieces, maybe even my rare batik remnants from Blue Ginger. Thx for the give away!

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  14. Linda Price5 July 2017 at 17:46

    I would love to use brights...fussy cut of course.

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  15. Helen L5 July 2017 at 18:04

    Both of your bags are beautiful!! And I have some lovely Tilda (Circus)fabric that would look lovely in a Dilly Bag!! Hugs, H

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  16. May Britt5 July 2017 at 18:12

    Love the bag and I would love to make it in blue fabrics. I always made things in red (my favorite colour), but now I have started to LOVE blue. And are waiting for a big order of BLUE fabrics. So BLUE is my new favorite colour.

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  17. Unknown5 July 2017 at 18:13

    These are so gorgeous Sharon. I love your Bloomsbury one so much I think I'd just totally copy it. Congratulations on your beautiful book

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  18. Anita : Shabby Quilt5 July 2017 at 18:31

    Love both your bags. I would like to make it in Tilda fabric.
    Congrats on you new book.

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  19. Julie5 July 2017 at 18:58

    Gosh, these are both beautiful. I think I would use my sparky essex linen and my precious Liberty fabrics. Thanks for the chance, I love all your EPP projects.

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  20. Unknown5 July 2017 at 19:02

    I love your bag. I would make mine with Flower sugar fabrics. Thanks for the opportunity to win your book.Bev

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  21. Unknown5 July 2017 at 19:13

    I would love a copy of your book and I'm sure I could find a charm pack in the stash to make your gorgeous bag for a friend - maybe roses. Thank you and congrats! ��

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  22. Tatkis5 July 2017 at 19:18

    Oh wow, I just love your new book and would be happy to win a signed copy!!
    I'd use French General or Minick and Simpson paisley collection for the clamshells (always wanted to try them).
    Hugs,
    Tatyana

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  23. Unknown5 July 2017 at 19:26

    Clamshells are just perfect on a round Drawstring Bag! Most colors and most fabrics would be great, but while I wait for Moda to release this collection, Rifle Paper Company's Wonderland will be amazing especially for fussy cutting! Keeping my fingers and toes crossed!

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  24. Chris the Quilter5 July 2017 at 19:32

    Civil war reproduction or Tilda fabrics, both have my attention at present.

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  25. Chris the Quilter5 July 2017 at 19:32

    Civil war reproduction or Tilda fabrics, both have my attention at present.

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  26. Unknown5 July 2017 at 19:42

    Thank you for the chance to win a signed copy of your book. Your dilly bags are both gorgeous. My version would be in Bonnie & Camille fabrics. My collection includes pieces from Marmalade, Ruby, Little Ruby, Daysail & Vintage Picnic. It would look so pretty in anything though...

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  27. Susan5 July 2017 at 19:50

    Thanks for the chance to win a copy of your lovely new book. I have a small stash of Alice in Wonderland fabric that would be perfect for the dilly bag!

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  28. Hayley5 July 2017 at 20:06

    Oh they are both so sweet!! I'd make it in scraps because I have so many. But perhaps in rainbow order.... congrats on your book!

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  29. quappwurm5 July 2017 at 20:08

    I love the red, white and rose version! It's my favourite!

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  30. kcourtright5 July 2017 at 20:23

    I would love to win a copy of your new book. I have a small stash of random Figtree fabric that would be perfect for this bag.

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  31. Unknown5 July 2017 at 20:24

    Congratulations on the new book - it looks fabulous! I'd use the Alison Glass sun print 2017 on a dark background for a dilly bag - it would look great.

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  32. Stitchingpink5 July 2017 at 21:10

    I would use cotton and steel rifle paper fabric and Essex linen.!!

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  33. Unknown5 July 2017 at 21:11

    I think it would look awesome in Tokyo Milk fabric!

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  34. abstractchick5 July 2017 at 21:17

    I have some new Tula Pink fabric that would be super cute.

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  35. Ange5 July 2017 at 21:17

    I would use a dark background and some of my bright scraps.

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  36. Sheila5 July 2017 at 21:40

    Would love to win!! I'm new to EPP and love it. Not sure what fabric yet, maybe kaffe fassett

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  37. Carla C5 July 2017 at 21:40

    I would use a fabric with a large modern floral print.

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  38. ktcling5 July 2017 at 21:43

    I would use V and Co ombré fabric... I think it would look awesome with the clamshells! Thank you for a chance to win your book! <3

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  39. Judy H 5 July 2017 at 21:59

    I have some Indigo Blue charm packs I would use.

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  40. Anonymous5 July 2017 at 22:03

    The bags are so cute and I've never tried EPP. I would look for similar blue/coral combination.

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  41. Unknown5 July 2017 at 22:26

    These bags are so cute!! I love the "blueberries" inspired one!! These would be great with any fabric choice, I think!! ❤️

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  42. Sherry5 July 2017 at 22:44

    I have no idea which fabric I would use, but I love this bag! I would be ecstatic over a signed copy of your book!

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  43. Emma Charlotte5 July 2017 at 22:52

    Awesome. I believe that people will be able to have some awesome things following your giveaway offer and will be able to take their best part.
    Emma Charlotte | TheAcademicPapers.co.uk

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  44. Betsy5 July 2017 at 22:54

    Sharon, this book and projects are adorable. I would use linen as my base and then my scraps

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  45. littlelib5 July 2017 at 23:47

    Oranges with some green to remind me of the nasturtiums my mum loved so much. She taught me to sew and it keeps me feeling connected to her now that she's gone.

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  46. Unknown6 July 2017 at 00:01

    These bags are beautiful! The new book looks amazing also, congrats! I would definitely use some pretty Sevenberry florals for one of these bags!

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  47. Rachel6 July 2017 at 00:21

    This book looks amazing! I think this bag would be perfect in some Christmas fabric - maybe by French General

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  48. Mary6 July 2017 at 00:32

    I would love to have this book! I think I would try it in brown and blue. Thx for the chance to win a copy.
    Mary

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  49. Sonya6 July 2017 at 00:32

    Such adorable bags!! I especially love the Bloomsbury one, so I think I'd have to make my bag with that. Bonnie and Camille fabrics would work well, too. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  50. Sandee6 July 2017 at 00:34

    These bags are amazing! I would probably make one with cute Christmas prints💞

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  51. jeanne6 July 2017 at 00:36

    I love love this book and have been wanting it so thanks for the opportunity to win it. I think I would use an Alison glass pack I just purchased.

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  52. Laura6 July 2017 at 00:39

    I would fussy cut the bees in Maureen Cracknell's garden dreamer print and use that.

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  53. meweatherson6 July 2017 at 00:51

    Would love to win...and would likely use one of the charm packs I've been hoarding and not sure what to do with. I'm thinking Avalon--can't remember the manufacturer. Indigo and white...

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  54. Ramona6 July 2017 at 01:05

    What a gorgeous bag. I can see this made up in some fun Tula Pink or sweet Amy Sinibaldi prints. I think anything would work. Glad I found your site. Looks like some great patterns and projects.

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  55. Stitching Hen6 July 2017 at 01:29

    Darling bag! I would fussy cut clamshells with Atsuko Matsuzaka fabrics.

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  56. Stitching Hen6 July 2017 at 01:30

    Darling bag! I would fussy cut clamshells with Atsuko Matsuzaka fabrics.

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  57. Sarah6 July 2017 at 01:54

    Loverly little dilly bag! I'm a sucker for batiks or anything purple...

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  58. Lisa6 July 2017 at 02:21

    I would make a blue bag for my grandson! Your bags are beautiful!

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  59. Geri6 July 2017 at 02:24

    Soon cute. I'd love to win this book. Really haven't done much EPP, but want to. On my list.

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  60. Four dogs and one quilter6 July 2017 at 02:26

    Lovely bag. Have some Kate Spain Terrian I have been saving and it would be perfect for this bag.

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  61. Niki Estes6 July 2017 at 02:33

    These are such cute bags! I can't wait for the book to come out!

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  62. Lisa Leimone6 July 2017 at 03:00

    They are both so wonderful!! I would use some of the soft yellows in Fig Tree prints I've been hording!!! Thanks for the chance to win your awesome book!

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  63. Angelikas quilts and knits6 July 2017 at 03:33

    hi, I like both versions and I´d like to win a book. I´d use some reproductions from the 30th.

    happy quilting
    Angelika

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  64. skynme6 July 2017 at 03:48

    I would love to win your book! These bags are beautiful and would make lovely gifts. I would make mine in Maureen Cracknell's Soulful fabric

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  65. STH6 July 2017 at 04:33

    This looks perfect for scraps! I have some Kaffe Fassett scraps that would be beautiful for this.

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  66. Anonymous6 July 2017 at 05:02

    HI,I would love a chance to win a copy of your new book!Congratulations!
    My fabric choice would be Tilda "Bumble Bee"!THANKS!
    msstitcher1214@gmail.com

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  67. Mary Anne Drury6 July 2017 at 05:04

    Those bags are SO CUTE !!! I think I'm also in love with that Bloomsbury fabric to make one of those bags !! Would love to win your book !!!

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  68. Chookyblue......6 July 2017 at 06:14

    Well I am not any help as both are beautiful colours so yes I see why you are struggling to decide.......
    As anothe epp adduct I an sure I would be whipping up some of these projects pretty quickly...... Once again congrats on your book...

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  69. Kristy6 July 2017 at 07:35

    I would probably make a purples bag with my stash of favorite purple fabrics. What a cute bag! K- lkw2x6-apq@yahoo.com

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  70. Christine M6 July 2017 at 09:18

    Both bags are gorgeous, Sharon. I would make one like yours with red fabrics.

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  71. LJ6 July 2017 at 10:50

    I'd probably use my stash for most of the projects you're highlighting. I've got some Flower Sugar that would be amazing.

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  72. Joan6 July 2017 at 10:52

    Beautiful bags! I have a collection of Bonnie and Camille fabrics that I would use. Thank you for the chance to win this lovely book.

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  73. Cathy6 July 2017 at 11:15

    I love the bags, and the book. I think mine would be made from my collections of scraps.

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  74. Susie6 July 2017 at 11:47

    I can't pick a favourite either (I must get some paper clamshells to make this) and if by chance I'm fortunate enough to win the book - please pass on to someone else as I already have my copy!! Thanks.

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  75. MoeWest6 July 2017 at 13:57

    I would use some bee themed fabric from my stash.

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  76. Mary on Lake Pulaski6 July 2017 at 14:55

    I might use Amy Simbaldi's latest line from AGF called Tiny House(?).

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  77. GranChris6 July 2017 at 17:16

    I have some 30's scraps that would be perfect.

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  78. Varga Györgyi6 July 2017 at 17:25

    What a lovely little bag. I prefer the strawberry and cream version. Maybe with a little hint of turquise :o)

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  79. Humpys6 July 2017 at 18:23

    I would use my green scrap box, or may be the X-mas box to sew some early presents in the heat of the summer :-)

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  80. Lea7 July 2017 at 00:27

    Those are both adorable! Personally, I would love to make mine with that Bloomsbury fabric line. I am in love with those colors!!! I can't wait to check out your book too. Congratulations!

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  81. Monica7 July 2017 at 02:43

    Congratulations on your book....Looks like its alot of fun.

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  82. Tiina7 July 2017 at 06:35

    Your book looks interesting. I think I would make this with my green fabrics. I have some clamshell papers waiting...

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  83. Barbara7 July 2017 at 23:39

    I think this would look beautiful in solids. I'd love all shades of beachy blues with pops of orange and green! Thanks for the chance to win- I love your work!

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  84. Kathy E.8 July 2017 at 13:44

    I love both bags too! I would make my bag out of my very favorite fabric collection: Art Gallery's Paperie! I've got a small stash of it saved away for the perfect project...this may be it!

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  85. Unknown12 July 2017 at 05:54

    I'm just about to start making this Dilly Bag from the Bumble Berries range f fabrics. I already have this book, but I'd like to try and win a copy for my friend Tammy Knight ��

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  86. Flora12 July 2017 at 15:29

    Love everything you do! !

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  87. Flora12 July 2017 at 15:30

    Love everything you do!

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  88. Quiltsmiles15 July 2017 at 20:53

    OMG! Your biscornu is drop dead gorgeous!!!!
    I can't wait to get my hands on your new book. Congratulations!

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  89. Unknown17 July 2017 at 16:58

    I'd love to nake this bag in liberty prints. Thanks for the giveaway

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  90. Allycat Creations18 July 2017 at 05:06

    Seeing i am an EPP fanatic with also scan n cut this booksl is a.must have. I would like to use robert kaufman bling fabrics.

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  91. asteride19 July 2017 at 17:32

    Thanks for the giveaway! I would use floral fabric from my stash.

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  92. Calypso20 July 2017 at 23:14

    Love the blue bag! I would use some geometric fabric

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  93. Kay21 July 2017 at 01:06

    I love the bags, although I have done lots of EPP I have always been put off trying the clamshell. I would probably make this with some happy Bonnie and Camille fabrics including red and aqua. x

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  94. Linda Williamson24 July 2017 at 01:59

    Congrats on your new book. I think this would look great in various florals. grinnie1961 @gmail dot com

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  95. Robby26 July 2017 at 00:11

    What a charming project. I just made a small pouch as a gift for my niece from some aqua scraps. I wonder if I have enough to combine with a white background to make her this matching piece. Good luck with your book.
    (bolderbaker.at.gmail.dot.com)

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  96. cjmont26 July 2017 at 00:17

    i would fussy cut sewing motifs from my collection of sewing themed prints. i've always wanted to make a clamshell project.

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  97. Dear Faye26 July 2017 at 08:52

    This would be great fussy cutting some of Jane Sassaman's great fabrics.jkestevens@aol.com

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  98. Peggy31 July 2017 at 12:30

    Your new book looks inviting. I've enjoyed learning the process of epp. Just hexagons and diamonds so far. Lol.

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  99. Anonymous2 August 2017 at 06:35

    This seashell design is my favorite! I believe that I would use a variety if different floral patterns and colors to make this bag, maybe in a flannel fabric. Would be great to use a lunch, diaper bag or just as a purse!

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  100. Renée Welton2 August 2017 at 09:25

    I love those bags. I have two little granddaughters that I'd love to make them for. I have barely tried EPP, so I really need this book!! As for the fabric...anything super girly will work just fine. Thank you!

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  101. Beth9 August 2017 at 04:38

    I would use some Riley Blake Tasha Noel.

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  102. quilty stitches12 August 2017 at 05:15

    Oh my these are so cute!! I am addicted to clamsehells and I love the dilly bag,,,match made in clamshell heaven!!! I would make this up from my stash of blues I've been collecting/hoarding ;)

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  103. gloria g.24 August 2017 at 04:37

    O M G, we had a computer problem, up and going and now I find this......I love, love, love those bags.............just too beautiful.

    gloria g Wellborn, FL

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