Tuesday, March 20, 2012

The Winner of Cocoon and our next Spring feature is . . .

Our Spring has sprung four days of giveaways continues.  Today is day 2.  Congratulations to Sue of Springfield, IL who was randomly selected as the winner of six, one yard cuts of FreeSpirit Cocoon Voile by Valori Wells.

Rowan Gypsy by Amy Butler Stash

Now, today let's take a look at one of our sister brands, Rowan.  We know this is a FreeSpirit blog, but we gotta' brag a bit about our Rowan brand and the re-launch of Gypsy Caravan from Amy Butler's Stash (Cottons, available mid-April).  Amy dug into her own stash and re-released 24 original prints from her very first fabric collection, Gypsy.

Perhaps your stash is already overflowing, or maybe you can make room for a little Gypsy in your life. Amy's hope is that Gypsy will awaken the gypsy in your creativity . . .  much like Spring awakens so many beautiful things.
It's your turn.  Again comment today only to be randomly selected to win six, one yard cuts of Rowan Gypsy Caravan by Amy Butler Stash. Come back tomorrow to see if you are the winner and our next featured fabric. 
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66 comments:

NinJaMoo said...

Spring = hayfever = staying indoors to sew! ;)

memmens said...

I completely missed Gypsy Caravan and would love to get my hands on some. I feel in love with her fabrics with the Charm range of which I have a few little scraps left! thanks for a superb giveaway

Jess @ Elven Garden Quilts said...

I am really excited about the re-release of Gypsy Caravan - I haven't been quilting long enough to have caught the original release :o)

Courtneysews said...

Spring is a great time for renewal of the soul and fabric stash! Amy Butler is such an inspiration for creativity and example of what you can accomplish when you believe in yourself and your creations! Love ALL her fabrics!

Emily said...

Always room for a little Amy Butler in the stash. No one creates coordinated fabric like Amy.

tracy_a said...

Such a pretty line! Thanks for bringing it back.

Debi said...

Very beautiful fabric and my stash has LOTS of room!

Christina said...

Oh please, oh please, oh please... Amy Butler is my favorite! christina112358 at gmail dot com

The Spiritual Existential Nihilist said...

I love seeing the daffodils and crocuses coming up through the grass!

(wrybbunz@gmail.com)

bellweather said...

I'm a big fan of Amy Butler. Am working on a duvet cover with a mix of her prints.

Blissie Jane Butler said...

Oh, I have some Gypsy in my stash but could always use more, more, more. Love it!

Kathleen said...

I think I love the fabrics you are featuring today more than yesterday! Gorgeous. So many projects swimming through my head. Happy first day of Spring!

dream quilt create said...

I would always have room for some more Gypsy :)

Pat said...

This fabric reminds me of the cooler, wetter aspects of spring: skies are gray, the colors of the flowers are a little muted. The anticipation of the coming storm, or that bundle of new fabric that should be coming in the mail. New project time!!
Pat Laster
patll37@swbell.net

MargaretAnn said...

Spring is energizing for me with its longer days and more sunshine. I am inspired to try new things

Amorette said...

i need some gypsy in my life! i love amy butler's fabrics! thanks so much!

Cheri said...

Amy Butler is my favorite designer! I love this line. Welcome spring, can't wait to start a new project...

Andrea said...

I love this line. It was some of the first fabric I ever purchased so it has a special place in my heart.

Sunnybec said...

Congratulations to Sue! Haven't seen Gypsy Caravan before it's lovely and it also my dream... to have a caravan and explore the beautiful countryside. Linda

Debbie said...

You chose another pretty collection to give away! Thanks!

misspicklerose said...

I'm just getting into quilting, but have loved Amy Butler's designs for a long time. I have her Style Stitches book and would love to have some of her beautiful Gypsy fabrics to teach some of my friends how to make bags. Yay spring!

Savannagal said...

Spring is the most exciting time of the year. Life awakens everywhere. While I dearly love the hot summer months, spring is so much fun especially after a long cold winter.

Anonymous said...

Spring always renews my spirit. There is something about the Spring air and sunshine that awakens our creative juices. It breathes new life into my soul and the "free spirit" in me flourishes.

rads said...

love the fabrics.. I really hope i can add some gypsy to my stash

SewLindaAnn said...

Oooh! I don't have any of the Gypsy and would be happy to make some room for it! Love Amy Butler and nice of you to share the Rowan in the spotlight for a bit!

Silvia G said...

Love the spring fabrics! Thanks for the giveaway!

Sarah Edmonds, PhD said...

I love Amy Butler's fabrics and patterns. Spring is inspiring me to make a purse.

~Michelle~ said...

I have a print of the original Gypsy Caravan I found a couple of years ago - now I feel OK cutting into it!

Lisnaweary Quilts said...

I have never seen this line before, would love to get some! thanks for the giveaway!

Judith said...

These fabrics really have a nice spring time look to them. Light and airy and fresh--the very things that I like best about spring.

Kaddyshack said...

Such pretty Spring colors. I'd love to win this one!

somethingtolearn said...

Spring means nesting to me. A time to get projects in order, dream about new ones and get rid of the clutter.

Janet P said...

I just love Spring and what it means--Renewal. I just love the spring fabrics that have come out, and they definitely have motivated me to get busy. Thanks for the giveaway, and have a fantastic and creative spring.

Diann said...

What a lovely fabric line. I'm glad it's back.

Mimi said...

I would love to have any fabric by Amy Butler. The word to describe her work is "fabulous" always.

Leisa said...

So beautiful! Thanks for another opportunity to win such gorgeous fabric!

Caity-Jo said...

Spring always seems to me to mean exams and stress! Hopefully this spring I win some beautiful fabric to cheer me up!

Shar said...

These are lovely, too. The light and airy feel is good for this time of year as we are waiting for some color and new growth. It's fun to think of many different projects.

KT said...

Such pretty colors and so inspiring. Who couldn't use more fabric?
Katie

Tamie said...

I'd love to add some Gypsy to my stash.

Heather A said...

How enticing --- a Gypsy Caravan. I know these fabrics would inspire me somehow.

Catherine said...

So glad she's re-introducing this line again as I never was able to get my hands on any of it. Just love that dot print.

RSHudson said...

Thanks for chance to win this lovely fabric from the talented Amy Butler!
(marshudson at comcast dot net)

punkcutie said...

That Gypsy Caravan is so pretty!

selleck said...

I love all Amy Butler fabric and adding six more yards to my stash would be heaven. Thanks for the giveaway.

Pattyskypants said...

I don't remember Gypsy Caravan at all, but the patterns are very 60's. Right now I'm working with some of my Charm scraps; I think it would be great fun to blend them, don't you? xxoo Patty

em-squared said...

Spring is the time when I am completely amazed that the bulbs I planted actually bloom.

Marcia W. said...

As I missed the original Gypsy Caravan, it would be grand to win some of the re-release. Perhaps a Gypsy themed skirt for me and some for a lovely Amy Butler quilt. These fabrics are very pretty. Thank you for the giveaway chance.

Marie Dusing said...

Spring, for me, is a time of renewal. I love planning gardens, smelling the wonderful flowers, and being able to walk outside without getting smothered by humidity. Usually it is also a time for me to re-evaluate my sewing projects and to set goals for what I want to accomplish in the next few months.

Ginger said...

Can't wait to get some of this fabric.

ginger c at gmail dot com

Nancy said...

What great spring fabrics- would love to use them. I have my fingers crossed.

Cecilia said...

I wasn't quilting when it came out the first time, so hoping I will be able to get some this time. Thanks for the giveaway.I love Spring too with everything blooming.

Anonymous said...

Gypsy Caravan is really pretty.

Jennie P. said...

I've never seen Gypsy Caravan. It's neat to see where fabric designers start.

Carol said...

Oh great! I'm so glad this is being re-released. :)

SueSmilesAlot said...

I love the dot fabric. I really like the name of this collection. It sounds whimsical and fun.

Nicole said...

The re-releasing of legacy collections is pretty cool....

Kathy said...

Fun giveaways!! Thanks!

curious jane said...

I gotta feeling....that today's gonna be a Gypsy Caravan day!

Rosy Lady said...

Ooh, what a great giveaway! Amy's fabrics are all beautiful but I would love to add her Gypsy Caravan to my stash, I'm already dreaming up beautiful Spring dresses for my 1 year old baby girl xx

Rosy Lady said...

I love all of Amy's fabrics but I would love some of her Gypsy Caravan fabric. I'm already dreaming up gorgeous dresses for my 1 year old baby girl.

brookscuit said...

Spring means getting ready for summer since I live in a fairly warm area. I knit and sew short sleeved tops and summer dresses and skirts.

Periwinkle Paisley said...

Love that peachy-paisley. I can see a little girl's dress out of that.

Gruviechef said...

Have just the quilt in mind to use these beautiful fabrics with! Love the spring inspired colors!

SewSuzie said...

Beautiful - perfect for a springtime outfit.

SewSuzie said...

Beautiful - perfect for a springtime outfit.