You've seen me use the fabrics from this amazing collection, Pieces of Hope, all month!
Today I'd like to take a few minutes to share with you a bit more about this collection.
When I first read about this collection and the purpose behind it, I was instantly captivated and have been stalking my favorite shops for months now awaiting the announcement that it was available! I knew it would be perfect for our "Give Hope" project this month and when I emailed to share, Riley Blake generously sent a bundle over for me to work with.(...and to share with you! :) more in a minute...stay with me here....)
This collection was created in support of Autism awareness and will help fund the ongoing research and work of Autism Speaks.
Find them on facebook here, and Twitter!
From their website,
"Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a
group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are
characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social
interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive
behaviors.
More children will be diagnosed with autism this year than with
childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes or pediatric AIDS combined. Autism
affects 1 in 110 children and 1 in 70 boys–a 600 percent increase in
prevalence over the past two decades."
Chances are your family has been touched by someone living with autism.
We all can offer support and HOPE!
As you sew, you have the opportunity to "Give Hope" with the message of your handmade gifts using this fabric collection too! Riley Blake is donating a significant portion of the sale of this collection to Autism Speaks! The colors and prints are all fabulous!
Can you pick a favorite print???
*TWO* lucky people have the chance to WIN a Pieces of Hope fabric & button bundle!!!
Aren't these wonderful!?!?!?
Simply follow the Rafflecopter prompts to enter. :)
Aren't these wonderful!?!?!?
Giveaway open US ONLY. Winners will be randomly selected from eligible entries, emailed and announced here on 8/31/12. Winners are given 48 hours to respond and claim their prize or alternate winners are selected.
Thank you Riley Blake Designs for another fabulous fabric collection to create with, for using your talents to support Autism awareness and research AND for providing the materials for my sewing this month and this wonderful giveaway!!!
Good luck to you all!
This is amazing fabric and I can't wait to share it with you!!!
Kristy
19 comments:
The rafflecopter is not coming up on mune.
I just stumbled upon your blog because of a link to this awesome giveaway. I've entered and have my fingers crossed! But I just wanted to tell you that your blog is great. You get so much accomplished too! I'm impressed!!
As the parent of an Autistic daughter, I wanted to thank you for helping to raise awareness and support Autism causes! The more people are aware of Autism, the less I feel like the experiences our family are something people feel sorry for. While what we're dealing with is outside the norm, I wouldn't trade it in for anything.
My Pieces of Hope fabric came Tuesday- I couldn't wait and ordered some from fatquartershop. But I'm being selfish- still entering your giveaway. I didn't order the polka dot.
So excited it's finally here!
I did 2 of the raffle copter entries, but then I read the bottom that it's open to the US only. Sorry--I'm from Canada, if you can remove my entries, please do so!
I've done the same as fenna!
I'm in the UK!!
No worries. Thanks for letting me know. I wish I could do all my giveaways international....but keep watch....there are always more to come that are open to all! ;)
This is beautiful fabric and the fact that proceeds help such a worthy cause makes it even better! Kristy,
I really like your button with the threaded world, but as you can see on my page the code you provided doesn't work and says the image isn't available.... please fix it 'cause I really like it!!!! =)
My best friend has a twenty year old son who is autistic, he is my god son and i would make a quilt for him love the puzzle piece fabric babscorbitt@gmail.com
You have such a wonderful, informative blog. Thanks for helping he community of autistic people.
Dotvinng@yahoo.com
Thank you for this giveaway, and for bringing awareness of the autism community.
In my rafflecopter form, I said I follow you via email, but should have said via GFC and RSS. Sorry!
Rafflecopter didn't come up for me either. This is such a sunny happy collection - thanks for the give away!
Thank you so much for your giveaway. This fabric is beautiful. I am hoping to win and do a donation quilt for a raffle at the local walk.
Thank you so much for your giveaway. This fabric is beautiful. I am hoping to win and do a donation quilt for a raffle at the local walk.
Thanks for all the support and entries! Love your comments!
If you don't see the Rafflecopter widget at first, just refresh your page, it should show up, as it is working properly.
Thanks for chance to win your great Drawing!! Excited! :)
Love your Blog too! Became a Follow! Love the Fabrics soooo much! You folk's are Awesome too! Best of God's Blessings...Always! :)
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