Darla Giveaway and Where to Buy if You're not the Lucky Winner

Well, Darla's shipping out already and I'm thrilled that a few  wonderful crafters have actually made things with her already! Amazing! But wanted to let you know about this giveaway  of Darla fat quarters over at  Quilt Taffy
She asked people to say what they'd make with Darla and I have to admit I'm having too much fun reading the comments. I've been thinking that Darla really represents hominess and domesticity to me and apparently she is for others as well as aprons, kitchen stuff and table cloths seem to be coming up alot! Just what I want to make from Darla...

But, in case you don't win, here are some stores that already have Darla in stock.

Hancocks of Paducah (they carry my fabrics and patterns and so many more!!!)

Fat Quarter Shop

Sew Mama Sew

Fabritopia (thank you Jona!)

Quilt Taffy

Shabby Fabrics

Lanie Jane

Jamie's Cozy Cottage

Allegro Fabrics

Pink Polka Dot Studio

The Quilted Castle

Phat Fabrics

Sew Love Fabrics

I also have to make a couple of movie suggestions for anyone who's gonna have just a tinsy bit of time to kick back and watch a movie over the holiday break. I've been taken it real easy just lately, I needed it and thanks to a great friend who helped me to realize that, it really is ok to take it easy! (you know who you are, thank you, thank you!!) I've been kickin back and enjoying the moment a bit more.

Part of taking it easy has meant watching Netflix movies while folding laundry, very slowly. Usually I barely fold and just try to get clean laundry into the drawers as quickly as possible. So, I watched 2 Days in Paris with my husband and we both loved it!! It reminded me of the Woody Allen films I grew up watching and loving, my husband does not share my love of Woody Allen movies but he really liked this film. Funny, sweet, authentic movie about relationships and about being an American in a foreign land.

The other movie I really liked was A Good Year

Not exactly a great movie but I thoroughly enjoyed it. I don't know but I just think Ridley Scott has such a gift for achieving the look of a movie and setting a mood. It's really beautiful, set in a Provencal chateau, I pretty much could have watched it with the sound off.

Anyway, I don't want to get all Oprah on you but, I forget to enjoy the little moments that make life so sweet, been doing more of it lately and it just feels really good. Who knows, maybe I'll even knit a scarf.

Wishing you a sweet moment of your own! and a Merry Christmas!

Love,
Tanya

Comments

[~ Junkyard Jennifer]

Taking time to relax is so important. I'm looking forward to doing the same at my parent's home over Christmas, with most of my siblings home as well. Come to think of it, there probably won't be much 'relaxing' until after the holiday. Haha! Enjoy and have a very Merry Christmas!

~ Jennifer

[pam]

Frankie and I just watched 2 Days in Paris while recouperating. It was quirky funny. Will have to try A Good Year as well. Merry Christmas. xop

[Tiff@Three Peas]

Oh I'm so sad I missed this. I have been recovering from heart surgery. UGH! Hope somone does another giveaway. Either that Or i will break down and spend gobs of money getting a stash of your fabrics. LOL

[Firefly Hill]

Tanya,

The Darla fabric looks so wonderful, I cant wait to get some! You have done it again ! (Created a beautiful new line, I mean...) Glad to hear you are taking it easy...you deserve it. Happy Holidays to you and your family...

annie

[Mette]

I enjoyed A good Year and the dvd is waiting for the right moment! Merry Christmas to you too. Mette, Denmark

[Page]

Bummer! I missed the giveaway, but I was going to buy more than that anyway. I am just trying to decide how to use it. I am thinking about how to use it in my kitchen. I just love this line. I hope they keep it out for a long time so you can add new things for home dec. all the time.

[Sandy]

Your fabrics are great. I'm wondering if there is a pattern for the tote bag that you have pictured in this post. Thanks!

[Des]

I HAVE to tell you about Bella! Rent it on netflix or you can watch it instantly. It's a keeper! Hoping it's in my stocking tomorrow morning!!! I can't wait to try your suggestions! AND I can't wait to get to my sister's and get my hands on Darla!
Thanks for the shout out to Quilt Taffy.
Merry Christmas

[Jona]

Thank YOU Tanya!! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and enjoyed some quiet time with your family. Thanks for the movie recommendations!

[Chrissy]

love the line and am also wondering if you are going to be sharing that awesome tote pattern? that bag would make my life easier in so many ways!! esp. when it looks that good!!

[Marianne]

I am loving your new line and can't wait to get to sewing something up with it! Happy New Year!

[Syndee]

I love this handbag! How great would it be to use this for groceries instead of paper or plastic?!? It's a great little bag! I can't sew but would buy this tote if someone made it!
:)

[Darla Dooms]

Since my name IS Darla, it's odd to see people talking about how they're going to use Darla and getting their hands on Darla!!

Love the fabric - maybe a giveaway for those of us with the same name?? Ha!!

[Katarina]

Hi Tanya!!!
Just wanted to pop in and wish you another beautiful, successful and creative Year!!!!
All the best wishes with a hope that we will be able to meet each other once you move to Europe;)
xoxo, Katarina

[lilyhaven]

Darla is gorgeous! I missed the giveaway but I am planning a big order of your beautiful fabrics for some projects. I always love your designs.

Cheers and Happy New Year!
Shannon

[Lisa @celebrate CREATIVITY]

This fabric is so soft and feminine. Just beautiful. Congrats to the winner.

Have a great week Tanya!

[Mimi]

I love every fabric you have created, you are a wonderful talented designer! Roses, Roses and more roses, we can never get enough of your gorgeous fabrics!

I have a question and am hoping you can help me. I have been looking for the "Flirty Skirt" pattern which was in Quilts and More Summer 2008. I can't find the magazine anywhere and would really love to the directions to make this skirt! Do you have any suggestions on where I could find it or is there a tutorial on it, like the "ruffled skirt tutorial"? Thank you so much for any help you can give me! I want to make some of them using your Ava Rose Fabrics, plus I have lots of Barefoot Roses, both of these would be so pretty with either collection. Mimi

[gardenymph]

Hi Tanya,

I've been a reader for a while, but I don't I have commented until today... have I? I can't remember, but it seems like I should have before now. Anyway, I just wanted to tell you how much I adore all of your collections. I plan on making a quilt for my daughter with Darla. Your colors and florals make my heart sing. :~)

(I too have purchased and promptly broken an antique iron bed. Not a good feeling :~))

[Philippine Real Estate]

Thanks.. still i have the chance top own one if i will not be the lucky winner.. :-)

[edicion de fotos]

Thanks for sharing.