We were asked today to share with you a "cocktail party conversation starter that allows you to avoid standing in the corner alone".
How's this - "I have stuff to give away!" :)
And today, I do.
There's a theme I'm sticking with for today's recipe and the project I've designed to share with you...SNOW!
My recipe is for a traditional holiday cookie that goes by lots of different names but I've always called them Snowballs. And my project is an easy-to-make set of coasters (or ornaments!) with 3 different snowflake motifs quilted onto them.
Click the link to download the recipe and the project instructions:
Everyone who comments on my post today will be entered in a drawing to win the Christmas Card Caddy pattern, shown above, and my newest pattern, Peace. I'll announce the winner in Friday's post. If you like snow as much as I do, you might want to check out some of my other patterns, here. You'll see it's a recurring theme with me. Let it snow!
Be sure to visit today's other featured bloggers for more fun:
Be sure to visit today's other featured bloggers for more fun:
Would you also like to earn two entries into a drawing to win one of my books and a stack of fat quarters? Details here.
Thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat suggestions for the stress busters, and thanks for the recipe it certainly will be one to try.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great gift the snowflakes will make. Really enjoying this "hop". Thanks so much!
ReplyDeletethis will make a cute christmas gift, and will be easy to make. thanks!! martha from minnesota
ReplyDeleteDay 3 - Patrick, You sure know how to start a conversation! Thank you for the project and recipe!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
great pattern and delicious recipe.Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI have stuff to give away, too! Here's a hug!
ReplyDeleteSomeday I will tell you how you are my inspiration - your creativity is eye candy - thank you for being you
ReplyDeleteI guess I'll have to take a bigger purse to holiday parties if i want to use your giveaway line! Those snowflake coasters are cute and fast and wouldn't use a lot of purse space, maybe I'll try them!
ReplyDeleteThose little snowball cookies are one of my must haves at Christmas. I love them! And love the ornament/coaster pattern. I always make ornaments for our Christmas tree and these will be on display this year!
ReplyDeletePatrick - the saying about the beauty of snowflakes lies in the fact that no two are exactly alike, never saw your rendition. Thank you for the detailed tutorial on how to make these three lovely coasters. (I suppose no two will ever be exactly alike as your blog followers begin to create their own versions!) Your snowball cookies are a favorite of mine, although they'll have your new name during the Christmas season. (I know them by Mexican Wedding Cakes.) Thank you!
ReplyDeleteLet it snow is right. I love the coasters, what a great idea. The only problem is you have to make the coasters before you make the snowballs. Yum buttery goodness! And as far as your icebreaker goes, it got my attention!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipe and the pattern! I would love to win. Please enter me in the drawing.
ReplyDeleteI would love to be at a party with you and you could tell me you have stuff to "give away" - I would take it anytime!!! My mom used to make those snowball cookies all the time at Christmastime. Don't know why I didn't carry on that tradition, thanks for reminding me. And your "Cool Coasters/ornaments" ARE really cool! Will have to make some to put on the tree and give as gifts. Thank you so much for sharing!! HUGS... and stitches
ReplyDeleteHi Patrick! It's Swansetta from Newfoundland, Canada and I just downloaded your wonderful coaster pattern. I can't wait to make these. Perhaps everyone will be getting a set in with their Christmas gift. But I'm going to make a set for myself first because I don't have a set of Christmas coasters believe it or not! Thanks so much!! Happy Sewing Everyone!!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I would love to win your Card Caddy and Peace patters! Either one, they are both adorable. Your patterns/projects are all so cute and "makeable"! HUGS... and stitches
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to download the cool pattern and recipe. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy the season!!
ReplyDeleteVery cute snowflake coasters, Patrick! I love the Snowballs and Snowflakes theme of the day. Thank you! ~Kathleen
ReplyDeleteI would love the Christmas card caddy, its adorable! Thank you for making the holidays extra fun!
ReplyDeleteThe snowball recipe sounds delicious! Love your coaster pattern, would be cute attached to the top of a gift, also. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteLove snowmen so the card caddy is perfect! Thanks for yummy recipe (easy to make is good) and the Cool Coasters. Coasters will make quick gifts at Christmas!
ReplyDeleteGreat hostess gift! Thank you for sharing. This is the first I've seen your work. Definately a follower now.
ReplyDeleteCute snowman! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteVery sweet coasters! Thanks for sharing. Snowballs are one of those cookies where one is never enough ~ Just like quilting!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this great pattern. Love it! Can't wait to try this one.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the pattern and the recipe. It sounds yummy!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great free pattern, yummy recipe and your time. Would love to be a winner
ReplyDeleteThis pattern is so adorable. Thanks for giving me a chance to win.
ReplyDeleteThe snowball recipe sounds yummy! The coaster pattern is great.
ReplyDeleteSnowballs are one of our family faves as well!! Love them.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the cookie recipe and the project.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Enter me into the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great pattern, if I get on a roll I'll have 3 or 4 sets done in an afternoon. Thanks Patrick!
ReplyDeleteThe patterns are wonderful! I especially love the Peace pattern. Thank you so much for sharing your special talents with us.
ReplyDeleteI want to win the Christmas Card Caddy. I'm a snowman collector. My Grandmother made those same cookies every year, love them.
ReplyDeleteI really like this pattern -- I collect snowmen.
ReplyDeleteMorning , the coaster pattern is adorable . Can't wait to make
ReplyDeletethem. Thanks
I just love your patterns. They are so whimsical. I would love to win this pattern. Can't wait to try the cookies too
ReplyDeleteI'm a snowman collector and love all your patterns. Thanks for the coaster pattern....too cool. The snowball recipe....a real favorite. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeletePatrick,
ReplyDeleteYour pattern is so cute, I love snow,and the
recipe sounds yummy. thanks for doing this.
Thanks for sharing. The snowman thing is adorable!
ReplyDeletei love your patterns and designs -- they are always so cute and whimsical!
ReplyDeleteLove your coasters! So cute! And the recipe sounds yummy! Thanks so much !
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea for costers! Thank you for sharing. I'm off to my sewing room. Maybe I will win the Snowman card caddy,That would add to the fun
ReplyDeleteCount me in - very cute!
ReplyDeleteltenhage@gmail.com
Great gift idea, those coasters will whip up quickly. And yummy cookies. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI'd be one lucky girl to win your giveaway! Thanks so much for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI love the snowman caddy! It would make a great quick gift for somebody.
ReplyDeleteI love the coasters but I'm having trouble downloading them. I get a blank page. I'll try again later.
ReplyDeleteBe sure to allow enough time for the download to complete, especially if you have a slow connection. Also, if you have another browser, give that one a try. Just some suggestions. Please let me know if you still have trouble.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the great recipes and pattern. I would love to win one of your give-aways. Take care and God bless, Cory
ReplyDeleteA fan of snow living in Arizona! LOL I always make those cookies every Christmas only we call them Russian Teacakes. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteWonderful project that can be done easily and great for gift giving.
ReplyDeleteDebbie
As always, Patrick, love your stuff! Thank you for your snowflakes and the chance for a pattern :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome giveaway!!! Pick me! Pick me!
ReplyDeleteLove your stuff Patrick, Thank YOu for the cookie recipes and for the great pattern for the coasters
ReplyDeleteI love all things "snowman" so winning your snowman card holder would be fantastic! I'm making those coasters, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the cute pattern and recipe. Happy Holidays...Chris G
ReplyDeleteThe snowman is really cute. What a great way to round up those cards!
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE a snowman that can stand the heat! Thank you so much...this is adorable!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! Mary Ellen Boynton
ReplyDeleteThe cookies sound yummy! The coasters are great and would be wonderful stocking gifts!
ReplyDeleteThanks for a chance to win and for sharing!
Thank you for the recipe and pattern. I am going to have to order a couple of your patterns, they are so cute.
ReplyDeleteChristmas card caddy seems like a rockin idea!! I love to keep the cards but never know what to do with them!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great project, thak you.
ReplyDeleteThe projects looks very cute and easy.... perfect for the holidays. Thanks so much for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteLove the patterns, thanks so much! I'm so glad that I found your blog.
ReplyDeleteI love snow themed projects, too! I really don't like real snow too much any more because I always have to go to work regardless, but I really enjoy anything snow or snowmen themed! Thank you for the great recipe and the cute little snowflake coasters! Cute gift idea, too! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipe and the pattern. And although most everyone love snow this time of year, I am a Southern gal, and I am allergic to snow :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the Snowball recipe and snow flake coasters. Fit right in with the weather in Minnesota. Snow,snow and more snow!!
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed your patterns from the moment I laid eyes on them. What a treat it would be to win anything of yours, thanks for cookies and snowmen.
ReplyDeletePatrick, I have always liked your snowmen the best! They have such personality....Ellen
ReplyDeleteThanks for the fun!!
ReplyDeleteKaren in Breezy Point
Thank you so much for the opportunity to win such a great project. Today's cookie recipe has been one of my all time favorites since I was a young child. This was the one I always begged my Mom to make them before I learned to cook.
ReplyDeletevburr at charter dot net
Looks like there may be both snowflakes and snowballs where I live very soon...for real! Barb M
ReplyDeleteHI Patrick........Tammy here. Would love the chance to win, but if I don't...........I know where I can get one!
ReplyDeleteI am really enjoying the Misletoe Make and Bake!!!
I like your snow theme and think the snowflake patterns are great. We've already had snow where I live; just a little but very pretty.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea!!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway!
Love the recipe and pattern, thank you. I'm working on a quilt from your Celebrations, I just love it all.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win. I love snow, I even love shoveling it.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the pattern for the cute coaster and the recipe!
ReplyDeleteLove your snowman. What's not to like about a snowman that can handle the warm indoors! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI need a snow day to get everything done. Let it snow!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipe and pattern...
ReplyDeleteYour card caddy is very cute and the cookies sound yummy! Thanks for the chance to win:)
ReplyDeleteI've been a huge fan of your patterns and books since the beginning of your career. Thanks so much for the freebie pattern!!
ReplyDeleteYour patterns have been a favorite of mine since I first laid eyes on them. Thanks for the snowflake pattern and the cookies. Love the snowman card caddie, would love to win anything of yours. Thanks
ReplyDeleteYeah for the cookie recipe, just in time for the cookie exchanges too! Love the pattern for the coasters...how easy is that and just so great to have?! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing such a cute snowflake pattern! Thank you for the recipe too!
ReplyDeleteI love making coasters for gifts so your pattern is the perfect freebie! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the pattern and being a part of the blog hop!
ReplyDeleteWow! I love your patterns. They are so great. The snowflake coasters and on my to do list for Christmas now!! Thanks for the pattern. Hugs Ariane
ReplyDeleteGreat project idea!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great pattern and being apart of the blog hop!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing an adorable project.
ReplyDeleteTHANKS FOR THE IDEAS!
ReplyDeleteTHANKS FOR SHARING!
jldouglas@wispwest.net
Thanks for the cute pattern and snowball cookie recipe. I love those cookies!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice installment on the holiday fun! I love snowflakes as a design motif and those Snowball cookies are one of my faves.
ReplyDelete:) Linda
You have some of the best ideas for patterns!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the cute coaster pattern and cookie recipe. I can't wait to try out both!
ReplyDeleteCute coasters...love snowflakes of all kinds...they're threatening snow for this weekend where I live, so we'll see how good they are at this forecasting stuff LOL! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteMy mother has made snowballs for Christmas for as long as I can remember. Cute pattern. Thanks
ReplyDeleteThat's for the instructions for the coasters and the recipe! I hope you pick me.....grin.
ReplyDeleteI love snow, cold winds and warm fireplaces. This is my first time on your blog. Great tour,
ReplyDeleteI really like your patterns. I love snowmen. Thank you for the giveaway. Will follow your blog
Ohhh! I hope that I'm the winner of the adorable pattern. Love watching it snow and heard on the news that MN got plenty last weekend.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the pattern and cookie recipe! I LOVE your patterns and would be thrilled to win them! Can't wait for the first snow of the season...Happy Holidays to you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the project!
ReplyDeleteLove the snowflake coasters. So many possiblities. Thank you for the recipe and pattern. Debbie
ReplyDeletei would love to win
ReplyDeleteThanks for the pattern and the cookie recipe. I'm currenlty working on a mystery quilt using your 'Blazen Blue Birds' fabric line. I love your patterns and fabric!
ReplyDeleteSnowflakes are a fallin in my neck of the woods. How appropriate for your theme. Really enjoy your style and patterns. I would feel extra special to win one of them. Joy in the season!!
ReplyDeleteSnowflake coasters, a great idea. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThe recipe has been a favorite for years and years. The Christmas card caddy is really cute!
What a cute snowflake project!
ReplyDeleteLove to win your giveaway.....
Thanks for such a cute project!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the snowflake project!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the pattern and the recipe. I love the pattern. We don't get very much snow here in south Georgia, but I love snowmen.
ReplyDeleteToo cute! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks a lt for the snow gifts. I love the cards!!!
ReplyDeleteYou would be very popular at a cocktail party with that Statement!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the cookie recipe and the coaster pattern.
Hi, I love snow, hats, mittens, scarf,...
ReplyDeleteand I love snowmen. I am living in a "snowy" part in Germany and it seems that snow is just around the corner here.
Greetings to all of you.
Love Sabine
Love the coaster/ornaments. I like everyone else hopes to win.
ReplyDeleteLove the project idea, might get it done.
ReplyDeleteLove the coasters, have downloaded the instructions. Your card caddy looks too cute.
ReplyDeleteThanks Patrick for the cool project and the recipe. That recipe is very similar to the snowball recipe I remember from my Grandma.
ReplyDeleteTHanks for the fab pattern and recpies. Ardis Young
ReplyDelete"Coasters" what a great idea for gifts.. Thanks
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Thank you
ReplyDeleteI love Snowball cookies they are a staple at Christmas time in our house - that and Peanut Butter Balls! Love the coasters/ornaments - they will be fun to make. Thank you for the chance to win you patterns.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day!
I love everything snowflake! This is so cute! And my mom always made those cookies for us when we were growing up!
ReplyDeleteOh these coasters would be great for a secret santa swap I just signed up for! Thanks for the pattern!!
ReplyDeleteKathy H
Thanks for sharing the project and recipe with us! Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeleteI have several of your books and used them all. I would love to be a winner!
ReplyDeleteI love the snowflakes - just last night I was making coasters....now I'll most likely be making them again tonight - Thanks
ReplyDeleteYay- while we don't have snow in our summer Christmas, those snowflakes are going to be just great for the winter display I do mid year. Looooove your funky designs. Thanks so much:) Ciao
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipe and coaster instructions. This has been fun seeing what everyone posts each day.
ReplyDeleteThe coasters are tooo cute
ReplyDeleteThanks for the recipe and project. Card caddy is cute. Not crazy about the snow but like snowmen.
ReplyDeleteThe snowball cookies are one of my all time Christmas favorites; I learned how to make them from my Granmother. Love the coasters, too.
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed your designs for many years! Keep up the good work with your designs (fabric and patterns)! Great Celebrations magazine. My Mom thoroughly enjoyed your recent guild and shop visit in DE. Ann in NC
ReplyDeleteLove your patterns Patrick. Thanks for the recipe and free pattern.
ReplyDeleteVery cute pattern...and I love the snowball cookies! I'm going to try my hand at the coaster pattern...
ReplyDeletenhsarab at yahoo dot com
Thanks for the chance to win. I'm glad I went by Sew I Quilt today and found this talented artist.
ReplyDeleteVery Cute! Thanks for sharing, I love snow motifs! I live in Northern Ontario Canada though so by the end of winter.....snow is not as beautiful or appreciated as when it began to fall!!!
ReplyDeleteMy mom used to make Snowball cookies for Christmas and they were always a hit! Love your patterns, thanks for the cute snowflake coaster design.
ReplyDeleteHi! I love your pattern and the other patterns I see on your site. Thanks so much for the pattern and recipe!
ReplyDeleteLovely snow on the coasters, no need to shovel. thanks
ReplyDeleteRuthanne
Thanks for a great pattern and recipe. These snowflake coasters look cool. I will have to try the snowballs they look yummy
ReplyDeleteAlda, Fl
Thanks for the coaster pattern. We've already had "real" snow at our house. I'm having fun on the blog hop.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the great project & recipe!
ReplyDeleteI am such a HUGE fan of your patterns! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteOMG you are just like Oprah!! Thanks
ReplyDeleteThank you for the pattern and recipe. The coaster pattern is so cute! I just love snow and snowflakes (and snowmen!)! Thanks for participating in this blog hop. I AM HAVING SO MUCH FUN!
ReplyDeleteThose coasters will be stocking stuffers for both my sisters ... thanks! LOVE that recipe ... it could be my biggest downfall!
ReplyDeleteThanks for both!
Janet
jfquilts@gmail.com
You hit two homers today, Patrick! The pattern is very neat, and the cookies sound scrumptious. Thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteLeslie S. in MN
esclante at comcast dot net
I would love the patterns. Thanks for participating in the blog hop. Snowball cookies are favorites. Happy quilting!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to try the recipe and coaster pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
Love the ideas for table toppers in Fons and Porters Quilting Celebrations, I've made five of them already.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the pattern and recipe! :-)
ReplyDeleteThumbs up on the snowflake coaster pattern. Thanks for the pattern!
ReplyDeleteGreat recipe and pattern
ReplyDeleteThose are some of my favorite cookies! Thanks for sharing your recipe and pattern!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the free coaster pattern...looks great!
ReplyDeletewhat cute coasters!! I downloaded the pattern and can't wait to make some! love, love, love the cookie recipe:)
ReplyDeleteThank you for the pattern. Very cute idea. The snowball cookies sound good also. Judy
ReplyDeleteThank you, Patrick very cute pattern!
ReplyDeleteLove your projects!! The cookies are my all-time favorite, but we call them Russian Tea Cakes,and I use ground almonds. Yum!! I also like snowflakes and snow, also need coasters, to these are on my to-do list! Thanks for the great ideas!
ReplyDeleteSnowmen and cats are both things I collect. Thanks for the great coaster pattern.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your creative ideas.
ReplyDeleteBlessings
GMAMA Jane
Love the snowflake coasters - thanks!
ReplyDeleteThanks fir the snowball recipe and the pattern too. Looks like I'll have fun cooking and sewing.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the fun snowflake coasters pattern and cookie recipe. Both look like a lot of fun. Thanks, Karen M
ReplyDeleteThank you for the give away. The pattern looks like so much fun. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the pattern and the recipe!
ReplyDeleteSheilaC
I love the cookies! We call them Russian Teacakes, but whatever the name, they are wonderful.
ReplyDeleteVary cute pattern!
ReplyDeleteVery cute pattern!
ReplyDeleteSnow theme.....I love it. The coasters will be a nice craft for the grand daughters and me!! Thank you
ReplyDeleteThis is the only kind of snowflake that I really like. Great idea. Thanks
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the cute coaster pattern and cookie recipe. I'm anxious to try them both. Thanks for participating in this blog hop. I am having so much fun!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the easy but suitable project. When you carry the last name of Snow, six months of the year are filled with this and that on topic. I don't have coasters so...... Thanks. Ethel Snow
ReplyDeleteMy favorite holiday cookie! I love the pattern, thanks so much.
ReplyDeleteHave always been a big fan of your work! Thanks a million for years of inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThe cookie recipe sounds yummy and the coaster pattern will make great gifts. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the yummy recipe and the snowflake quilt pattern.
ReplyDeleteThe coasters are so cute. Thanks for the recipe
ReplyDeleteThe snowflake coasters are adorable. The cookies sound yummy. I will have to try them both.
ReplyDeleteI just love your little snowflake coasters....must make up a few sets - they would make great hostess gifts. Thanks for sharing your pattern and recipe!
ReplyDeleteLove the pattern for the snowflake patterns. Will defniately have to try them.
ReplyDeleteYour pattern will be perfect for a secret Santa gift at work...either as an ornament or a coaster. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the patterns. It rarely snows in this section of Florida so it will help to make my own snow.
ReplyDeleteI'm not much of a fan of snow--we have too much of it usually, but I love snowmen. Thank you for a chance to win your patterns. I love the Peace one.
ReplyDeleteI love the snowball coasters/ornaments. I am sure that I will be making many of these this Christmas! Thank you for the drawing!
ReplyDeleteWonderful patterns. I love Frosty. Will definitely have to get a few soon.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win!
ReplyDeleteCount me in please!
Gill
Thanks for the recipe and coaster pattern - I love a quick project that looks like you spent hours on it!
ReplyDeleteSusan in NC
susie.galasso@gmail.com
Thanks for the cute patterns and the recipe, this is Fun!
ReplyDeleteLOVE THIS RECIPE. It's my favorite...I make these every year!!
ReplyDeleteI really like your patterns!!
Thanks so much for the sweet little coasters...great gift idea!! And thanks for the recipe!
ReplyDeletePaulette
What a clever idea. Thanks for sharing the pattern.
ReplyDeleteWhat cute coasters! I think I'll whip up a couple batches for adding to plates of cookies and string up a few more in my kitchen window! This has been such a fun week! Thank you!
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