Monday, December 12, 2011

It's Giveaway Day!!

Well, It's Giveaway WEEK!!  And WOW are there lots of giveaways!

This week Sew, Mama, Sew is hosting Giveaway Day.  When it started it was A day, but there are so many giveaways now that "Giveaway Day" has expanded to "Giveaway Week".

Enter my giveaway and then head over to Sew, Mama, Sew and surf the net to enter more giveaways!  And YES, this is my SECOND giveaway post in three days and my third in less than 3 weeks!  If you haven't already entered, and you like Green or Batiks (hint, hint) head over to my previous post (clicking here will open the post in a new window) and enter that Giveaway as well.


If you are coming from the Giveaway Day Linky Party at Sew, Mama, Sew, WELCOME to my little corner of Blogville.

THIS giveaway is for one of my favorite tools in my toolkit.  A pair of Gingham 4" Curved Embroidery Scissors... Plus a little surprise.

 

In my humble opinion, this is a little pair of scissors that no quilter should be without.  They are perfect for snipping threads close to the fabric without cutting the fabric.  Mine are ALWAYS on my Sewing Rug right next to my machine.  I use them EVERY time I sew.  If you do any type of needlework (needlepoint, cross stich, hand embroidery, etc.) these are also a must.  I cross stitch as well, and when I do, I use these almost exclusively.  (I even bought a pair of cheapo, knockoff curved scissors to carry with me when  I travel.  I wouldn't want TSA taking my Ginghers, but if they take my $3.00 pair, well, I can afford to lose those...)

While I, like every blogger likes to have followers, I will not require my winner to be a follower, but please, if you feel inclined to, peruse a few posts, and if you like what you see, follow my blog.  The more the merrier, especially when creative criticism or input is needed!!

So, here's what you have you have to do to enter this giveaway... Leave a comment and tell me what tool is next to your machine EVERY time YOU sew.  Mr. Random Generator will choose a winner on Saturday morning...

Good Luck!

Until Next Time,
Paul


PS - to my International Friends... I am in the USA, and I will gladly ship anywhere in world where I can legally ship a pair of scissors.  I didn't try to verify that it was legal to ship to every country in the world.  For those that I did check, it would be legal to ship these... IF I find that I can not legally ship these directly to a winner in a foreign country I will contact said winner and offer a different prize.

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364 comments:

  1. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Lovely scissors! Would love a pair, I am constantly snipping threads and these would be divine!

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  2. DianeDecember 12, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Wow!! another 1st :) the tool always by my sewing machine is ... my seam ripper, of course! Happy holidays!

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  3. jac.December 12, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    my quilting gloves. for some reason i find fabric so slippery with trying to be precise.

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  4. BeckaDecember 12, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    I have never used the curved scissors but they seem pretty handy. What's next to my sewing machine? Usually my laptop, so I can listen to an audiobook while I sew.

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  5. Katie RingoDecember 12, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    I have a pile of tools next to my sewing machine! Seam ripper, thread nippers, TV remote control and cell phone. Can't sew without all of those things!

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  6. sookhyunDecember 12, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    usually i have my inspiration board next to me. it keeps me going!

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  7. Janet O.December 12, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Always by my side are my Fiskar spring operated snips. But I have been told that the curved snips are great for machine quilting (at which I am a novice), so I have been wanting to get a pair. Thanks for the chance, Paul.

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  8. ElizabethDecember 12, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    This is a little weird, considering it's not strictly a "sewing" tool, but I always have a (medium-sized) fridge magnet next to me to catch all my pins. I don't have a pin-cushion, just a pin box, so the magnet is vital for avoiding droppage and other disasters.

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  9. KD-QuiltsDecember 12, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    scissors and my earbuds so I can crank the tunes during nap time!

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  10. Marlene @ KISSed Quilts . comDecember 12, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    Love Gingher scissors--I don't have this size though. Great giveaway!

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  11. adrianeDecember 12, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    I always have my beautiful wet felted needle cushion! Thanks for the chance, this is a wonderful giveaway!

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  12. LynetteDecember 12, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    These would be so awesome to have in my applique tote! The tool that is next to my machine without fail is my spring-loaded nips from my sewing factory days in 1989. Far more sturdy than anything we can buy now, they are solid and fit so perfectly in my hand with the finger ring. And still plenty sharp enough!! (Although they're FINALLY starting to dull up, and I am missing the super-cool-yet-grumpy white-bearded grandpa guy who was at our beck and call on the sewing floor to do anything we needed at a moments notice (change those industrial needles, adjust the tension, sharper our nips. . . ) Yeah. I want one of him by my machine! ;D

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  13. Panda ParablesDecember 12, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    my little sewing tool box is always right at hand and that usually has everything i need (including the all-important seam ripper!)
    katierosek@yahoo.com

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  14. MarieDecember 12, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    scissors...but such a bad pair I have there...

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  15. Michelle Engel BencskoDecember 12, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    I have a little pair of mini scissors (my fingers barely fit into the holes) but they are small enough that I glued a heavy duty magnet onto my machine and I stick them on there- they never get misplaced. I do have a pair of these gingher scissors near my ironing board, and agree- they are indispensable! I would love another pair for in my upstairs office. Thank you.

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  16. LeahDecember 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    My Stitche Ripper is always by my side. I use it more than I would like to. :) I am happy follower.

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  17. RobinDecember 12, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    I have a set of Ginger shears that are with me for every sewing project and have been wishing for a mini pair. So hopeful to win these!

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  18. elanaDecember 12, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    unfortunately, my seam ripper is always next to me when i sew!

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  19. Jeannie DDecember 12, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Oh my gosh! I asked Santa for a pair of embroidery scissors this year as it seems the pixies have run off with my old ones. The tool I always have next to my machine is (unfortunately) a seam ripper. I can get a little sloppy at times!

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  20. CandiceDecember 12, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    my magnetic pin holder :)

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  21. amyDecember 12, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    I have an oversized pin cushion filled with emery that is always next to my machine...it's really heavy, so it's not going anywhere!

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  22. KarenDecember 12, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Um...seam ripper...but scissors like these would be looked upon with far more kindness by me :)

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  23. Pat MerkleDecember 12, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Long handled tweezers. Great for grabbing the bobbin thread or use as a stiletto, many uses.

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  24. JenniferDecember 12, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    unforunately.. my seam ripper :( hahaha

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  25. the frog princessDecember 12, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Pins pins and more pins.

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  26. Nancy S.December 12, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    My thread snips are always out of the drawer and next to my machine - so I can snip off the beginning and ending threads tails.
    quiltlady59 at fuse dot net

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  27. KellyDecember 12, 2011 at 11:56 AM

    Pins and my little snips.

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  28. AshleyDecember 12, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    My seam ripper. I think I use it too much :(

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  29. Rhonda the RamblerDecember 12, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    The one thing I have to have next to my machine may sound extremely odd but it is a few antique "pick up sticks" I use them as a stiletto. I bought the whole pack at a garage sale years ago for 50 cents and they have be very helpful. They are wooden not plastic like they ones they make today. Love your blog btw

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  30. Eema-leDecember 12, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    My seam ripper, my scissors, and a bamboo skewer. I can't live without any of those things.

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  31. StitchinByTheLakeDecember 12, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    I do tons of embroidery so these scissors would be perfect for me! Thanks and blessings, marlene

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  32. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 12:55 PM

    Next to my machine are pins, a seam ripper, a rounded chopstick (really comes in handy), and an assorted collection scissors. Each is as important as the next!

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  33. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Seam ripper, when it isn't lost. I'm the only embroider-er I know without a pair of embroidery scissors, too, so fingers crossed!

    corvus.melloriATgmailDOTcom

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  34. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Two things: Pin cushion and scissors. Always.

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  35. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    My seam ripper, because I am really accident prone!

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  36. Grey CatDecember 12, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    My iron is always at the ready when I'm sewing blocks together. I'm a seams open kind of gal.

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  37. Desi @ Wee ShareDecember 12, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    my seam ripper... you know, just in case :)

    Desi
    weeshareblog@gmail.com

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  38. SaraDecember 12, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Like so many here, my seam ripper is the closest to my machine. I love it and hate it. :) simplybeu@gmail.com

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  39. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    My thread snips are always right next to my machine. I use them so much!

    Kim
    clothdiapermom at yahoo.com

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  40. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    Thanks for a lovely giveaway. I don't own a pair of those scissors, but would love too. =) I'm also a new follower...and will look forward to seeing your creations.

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  41. ericaDecember 12, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    My husband got me a big pair of Ginghers for Christmas a few years ago and those are always on my sewing table, along with a seam ripper.

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  42. MeganDecember 12, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    my iPad, i need music when i sew! :) thanks for the chance!

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  43. Jennie @ Porch Swing QuiltsDecember 12, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    My ginormous Gingers are right next to me, so a tiny pair would be most welcome. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  44. AbbyDecember 12, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    I don't own a pair of Ginghers yet, but I keep reading about how amazing they are. I keep a little seam allowance measuring stick next to my machine whenever I sew. I'm horrible at eyeballing things, and that mini-ruler is so much more convenient to keep around than a yardstick!

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  45. In Black and WhiteDecember 12, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Oh, I could really do with a pair of those. Sadly next to my sewing machine is usually my laptop - firstly for music and secondly because I'm such a new sewer I have to constantly refer to tutorials or how-tos to work out how to do the next step ;-)

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  46. JoyDecember 12, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    YES! I need some snips. All I have are big scissors and I'm afraid of clipping the threads too close sometimes, especially on quilts. :/

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  47. Jennifer Mathis of Ellison LaneDecember 12, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I've heard such fabulous things about these scissors- thanks for the chance to win. My seam ripper is always by my side!

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  48. MeganDecember 12, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    It should be a little pair of snips, but I always seem to leave them sitting on the ironing board.

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  49. Jessica JoDecember 12, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    I love Ginghers! I have a pair of sheers that my husband knows will cut his flesh if he every cuts anything that's not fabric with them.

    My next-to-the-machine tool would be my pin cushion. I have 2: 1 for wherever it is I'm pinning and 1 for my by my machine. When the one gets empty I switch them!

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  50. KateyDecember 12, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Needle threader! And magnetic pin grabber.

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  51. RobynDecember 12, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Scissors...and a seam ripper! Thanks for the giveaway! robyn(dot)geddes(at)gmail(dot)com

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  52. gypsyjolieDecember 12, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    my companion by the sewing machine is my seam ripper. :) Thanks for the giveaway.

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  53. Beth RobertsDecember 12, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    I always have about 5 spools of thread next to my machine!

    tbmroberts at yahoo dot com

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  54. MelanieDecember 12, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    My huge, dull scissors. Thanks for the chance!

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  55. BarbaraDecember 12, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    I love my tweezers. They help me grab little threads with my arthritic hands.

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  56. GillDecember 12, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    I always keep a seam ripper next to my sewing machine!

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  57. Jeanine The Crafting FiendDecember 12, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    the window haha. extra thread and little thread snip scissors

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  58. erikaDecember 12, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    my seam ripper is always by my side

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  59. KristyDecember 12, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    A magnetic bowl I stole from my husband...it's the ULTIMATE "pin cushion"! It's intended for nuts and bolts while working on a car, so it's BIG and will catch a needle tossed anywhere in it's direction. Can't imagine working without it...I'd have a lot more needles in my feet I imagine! ;)
    Thanks for a great giveaway!

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  60. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    I've always wanted a pair of Ginghers. :)

    My to go to tool is a seam ripper. It is always in reach.

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  61. HeartsdesireDecember 12, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    I always have my seam ripper beside me. I use it as an extra finger. It's very handy for keeping things in place. Love those scissors. I've managed to cut two quilts when snipping a thread. After they've been quilted!

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  62. LaurelDecember 12, 2011 at 2:58 PM

    little scissors - but not as nice as these! adding you to my google reader.

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  63. hamudaleDecember 12, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    my pincushion.
    :)

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  64. AnnaDecember 12, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    love it! good scissors are so underrated!

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  65. lestraDecember 12, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    for me that'd be the Seam Ripper!! :)

    Thanks for the great giveaway. Never tried curved scissors and I love Gingher.
    lestra77 (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  66. Quilt GeniusDecember 12, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Next to my machine is always a pair of super sharp, spring-loaded fiskar scissors. :)

    Mary
    iammaryburke(at)gmail(dot)com

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  67. BrevistraexDecember 12, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    A cat is always next to my sewing machine. My sewing tools are in a box on the shelf next to my machine because my cats think that all my tools are toys to play with so I can't leave them out.

    Brevistraex@gmail.com

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  68. hilaryDecember 12, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    I always have a pincushion next to my machine...and my ironing board...and my cutting table...and the chair where I do finishing work!

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  69. MSullivanDecember 12, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    I also have a pair of gingher scissors next to my machine, when they haven't wandered off with my eager 8 year old quilter, so it would be great to have another pair!

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  70. twelfthzodiacDecember 12, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    I always have a pair of scissors. They are sharp & pointy & I always worry I will cut the fabric by mistake! I didn't know there was another way! lol

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  71. Heather at Mad Rose CreationsDecember 12, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    the tool i keep next my sweet featherweight is a pin cushion. thanks for asking and thanks for offering such a great prize. cheers!~

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  72. Krista SchneiderDecember 12, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    I always have a little mini pair of crappy scissors, also a mini piece of fabric used for starting and stopping to aid in chain piecing. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  73. SarahDecember 12, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    I have been drooling over Gingher embroidery scissors for so long!! The tool that I'm never without is my seamripper. . they always seem to come in handy!

    Thanks for the giveaway
    Sarah @ http://kiwigetscrafty.blogspot.com

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  74. KirstenDecember 12, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Always have my pin cushion!

    knspears (at) gmail (dot) com

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  75. LindsayDecember 12, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    My scissors and seam ripper are always next to my sewing machine.

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  76. The Hungry CrafterDecember 12, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Lovely! I always have my straight scissors next to my machine -- would love to give the curved ones a go!

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  77. KrystinaDecember 12, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I'd love to try these! Thanks for the chance.

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  78. Linda E in NMDecember 12, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    My seam ripper (AKA "unsewing" device) is always next to me, plus scissors and/or thread snips.
    thanks!

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  79. MaryAnneDecember 12, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    Scissors are my main sewing machine accessory! Also a pin cushion and seam ripper, like so many others...

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  80. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    My seam ripper to be honest. :)

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  81. leigh7911December 12, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    A seam ripper. Sigh. Also, my magnetic pin 'cushion'. Lifesaver, that.

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  82. JessicaDecember 12, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    Oh... it has to be the seam ripper, I am just a newbie!

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  83. ✾Jamie Lee Cooley✾December 12, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    That's easy...seam ripper!

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  84. @prilDecember 12, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Seam Ripper

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  85. ShannonDecember 12, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    Seam ripper as well :) I dispise trimming threads, new scissors might make it more enjoyable thanks!

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  86. HannahDecember 12, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Definitely my seam ripper. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  87. gretamargretaDecember 12, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    a glass of wine. Seriously.

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  88. Kritta22December 12, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    I don't sew without my extension table. I serously don't know how I did anything without it before I got it.

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  89. CarenDecember 12, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    I'm never without a pair of scissors. The big cheap-o kind that I replace every year or two. I've never gotten a "good" pair because I don't know what to get and I'm scared that my kids will get hold of them and accidentally lose a limb or something. Now the little ones? I'm definitely up for a pair of those! (I could keep them in my embroidery tin - I take that with me everywhere I go!)

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  90. TiaraDecember 12, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    sadly enough my seam ripper is closest to my machine no matter the project

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  91. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    *hide* my seam ripper. LOL

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  92. GidgetDecember 12, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    My seam ripper and magnetic pin cushion
    I love me some Gingher sissors!

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  93. lorraineDecember 12, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    pincushion :) raineoc@yahoo.com

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  94. JudithDecember 12, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    A piece of dowel with a magnet on the end. I hate to stop to pick up pins--and pins must be picked up immediately! ;-)

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  95. charlotte lDecember 12, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    My magnetic pin keeper! I love it!
    I could really use these scissors! Thanks for the chance:)

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  96. Lyanna L.December 12, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Everytime I sew I always need to have my trusty seam ripper handy...just in case! =)

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  97. Becky (My Fabric Obsession)December 12, 2011 at 8:18 PM

    My seam ripper is ALWAYS next to my sewing machine. i do leaders and enders so I always need to separate the project I"m working on from them!

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  98. Marcia W.December 12, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    A little smooth wooden container that my father made for my mother - it is shallow and scooped out like the kind that holds paperclips - I put it on the bed of the sewing machine for straight pins that I remove while piecing.

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  99. LynnDecember 12, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    seam ripper!

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  100. UnknownDecember 12, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    I love the little cleaning brush that came with my machine...although I don't clean out the fuzzies every time I sew, because it's more fun to let the lint build up (really good for the machine, I know). My mom is psychotically protective of her Ginghers, so it'd be fun to have my own! :)

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  101. KarenDDecember 12, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    The seam ripper :)

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  102. CathyDecember 12, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    seam ripper!

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  103. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    my pin cushion :)
    Karli
    k_squared4t@hotmail.com

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  104. JessnmaryDecember 12, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    Seam ripper. Nothing I make looks right at first. Lol

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  105. Susan @ MadebyMommainPA.Blogspot.ComDecember 12, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Well I sew at the Craft ( read dining) room table. So EVERY thing is there. A little metal bucket for pens markers scissors and rotary cutter. Pin cushion, thread, bobbins extra needles, cutting mat and of course UFO's;) I'm lucky we don't eat in there and we rarely have dinner guests!!

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  106. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    I cannot be without a seam ripper, which is to say, I am always still learning... :)
    Thank you!!

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  107. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    P.S. You are awesome, outnumbered quilter!
    Loud and proud!

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  108. LauraHDecember 12, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    My seam ripper and scissors are next to my machine-oh and my pin cushion! Thanks for the giveaway!
    laurahughes(at)charter(dot)net

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  109. AnonymousDecember 12, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    I have a pin cushion next to my machine, as well as scissors - not as nice as these though!
    steeplechaser29 at yahoo dot com

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  110. Lisa EnglandDecember 12, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    I can't do much sewing without an OttLite by my side. And reading glasses...arghh!

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  111. toomanypastimesDecember 12, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Hello, I always have a spool stand, my extra bobbins and scissors next to my machine.

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  112. VicDecember 12, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    Those look like a serious pair of scissors, I would LOVE them!

    As for what is next to my machine, it would have to be my trusty pincushion, it's huge & completely necessary.

    Merry Christmas!

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  113. KerstenDecember 12, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    I only have one pair of scissors that i regularly use, which of course are by my machine at all times. However, these would make a great addition!

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  114. hueiseiDecember 12, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    A pair of scissors.
    Thx for the chance to win ^^v
    I'm a follower.

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  115. Shana PutnamDecember 12, 2011 at 11:30 PM

    The seam ripper lol.

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  116. Shana PutnamDecember 12, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    I am a new follower.

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  117. JJDecember 13, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    My scissors and magnetic pin cushion are next to my sewing machine. And my computer;) A girl can't sew and keep up on blogs otherwise.

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  118. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 12:26 AM

    I have a terrible habit of trying to snip threads with my fabric shears (I just reach for whatever is available), which is not only unwieldy but is certain to end in fabric-cutting disaster one day...these scissors would be a lovely alternative, thanks for the giveaway!

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  119. Lady KDecember 13, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    My sewing machine is part of my art practice so theres pint, pencils, paper ad a boombox beside it.

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  120. p_m_olearyDecember 13, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    Unfortunately a seam ripper! But if a mistake is made I'm keen to quickly rip those threads and get on with it. I would love to win your give away gift of your favorite curved scissors, with the leather pouch!
    Thank you

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  121. GrammasheriDecember 13, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    I have my pincushion, bamboo skewer and my little pair of nipping scissors by my machine. (Often my cat is there, too, but she is not what I would consider a helpful tool.) Love my large Ginghers and am betting the small ones are great, too! Been a follower for some time now, and love reading your posts.

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  122. Vacuum QueenDecember 13, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    Sadly, it's my seam ripper.

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  123. JenniffierDecember 13, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    Seam ripper here too. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  124. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 1:17 AM

    I never sew without a notepad, I get my greatest ideas while in the middle of another project, that never fails to make me quit halfway through and start the new one. Vicious cycle.
    sdw2984(at)gmail(dot)com

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  125. RonnyDecember 13, 2011 at 1:29 AM

    My seam ripper and scissors.. both which I am constantly losing when I walk away with them!!

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  126. KeriCanDecember 13, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    Ditto on the seam ripper! roguekeri at live dot com

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  127. adriannaDecember 13, 2011 at 1:36 AM

    Gingher is my favorite brand of scissors! I always always have my seam ripper by my side;)
    solsmom(at)gmail(dot)com

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  128. JudiDecember 13, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    HA I wish I had the same tool next to my sewing machine every time I sew, but my little "helpers" like to run off with anything I leave out, so I always have to go looking for everything. I do have a seam ripper tucked into the hidden compartment in my machine, so I guess I'll have to go with that.

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  129. camelamaDecember 13, 2011 at 1:58 AM

    Ooooooooooo Ginghers! The tool I always have next to me is a bright light. It's so dark here in the winter, I need all the help I can get when threading the needle and trying to see what I just sewed! :)

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  130. JerryDecember 13, 2011 at 2:21 AM

    I have a SEAM RIPPER next to my machine....ALWAYS. :)

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  131. FabricDonkeyDecember 13, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    Oooh, I love my Ginghers! I don't have a 4" pair though. I have a pair of small scissors next to my machine.

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  132. jojoebi-designsDecember 13, 2011 at 3:13 AM

    I have a little wooden bowl next to my machine with a small pair of scissors, the screwdriver to undo the presser foot, a seam ripper and 74 safety pins.

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  133. TasDecember 13, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    Ooooh, gotta love a nice pair of scissors. The area next to my sewing machine is usually very messy but there is always a pair of scissors, a pin magnet, numerous tape measures etc on one side (if I can find them in the hovel) On the other side is the pile of family clothing repairs that never seems to get done when there is fun sewing to be done ;)

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  134. Janine @ Rainbow HareDecember 13, 2011 at 3:48 AM

    Great giveaway - you can't over-estimate a good pair of scissors :)

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  135. MichellDecember 13, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Thanks for giving away the lovely scissors

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  136. JodiDecember 13, 2011 at 4:38 AM

    A scrap of fabric for testing the stitch before I go to work on my project. I am still learning how to adjust the stitch functions so it pays to test first.

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  137. JenelleDecember 13, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    I always keep my snips and my seam ripper handy (hopefully I don't need the latter very often!). Thanks for the chance to win!

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  138. Montseta - MontsecosecoseDecember 13, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    I always keep my seam ripper and a pincushion. Terrific giveaway! Thanks for sharing

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  139. FranDecember 13, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    My somewhat inferior scissors & my seam ripper are always to the right of my sewing machine. Thanks for an awesome giveaway.

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  140. WendyDecember 13, 2011 at 7:33 AM

    I wanted a pair of these scissors! Next to my sewing machine is a pair of scissors, a seam ripper (unfortunately!), a pair of tweezers and usually a mug of coffee.

    I'll pop back to visit your blog soon!

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  141. FaddictDecember 13, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    My scissors and seam ripper!

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  142. hoemworkDecember 13, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Have to have my pin cushion with me!

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  143. ChrissDecember 13, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    They look like brilliant sissors. I usually have sissors , seam ripper, coffee,pincushion and thread bin beside my machine.

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  144. MeredithDecember 13, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    Hi! I can't be without my magnetic pin cushion. Just fling the pins towards it and "clink!" they're sucked right into the magnetic force field!

    Thanks for hosting this give-away!

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  145. charlotteDecember 13, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    I always have my magnetic pin holder and a small pair of scissors to snip threads. My scissors are Fiskars-cheap, but effective.

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  146. LorriDecember 13, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    The pin cushion, scissors and (sadly) a thread ripper for picking stitches - I can't seem to make it through a project without messing up at least once (usually when I'm tired and it's past the point I should have gone to bed!)

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  147. All Things BeautifulDecember 13, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    My seam ripper, LOL!

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  148. drmithomeDecember 13, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    I always keep a pair of small embroidery scissors.. Easy to grap and clip threads as you sew. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  149. quilterbellDecember 13, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Sadly my seam ripper!. I have added your blog to my favourites, I will come back to visit you next week!. Thank you for the chance.

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  150. smooze13December 13, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    scissors and a seam ripper. Altho, my large scissorss are rather cumbersome sometimes and I've been looking at some smaller ones.

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  151. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    Thanks for the opportunity! I always sew with my big left handed scissors close by, I would love to have a small pair of scissors too!

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  152. AnnaDecember 13, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Pins and scissors! I have always wanted these!

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  153. BeccanaeDecember 13, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    pins and snips

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  154. MonicaDecember 13, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Unfortunately, my seam ripper must stay nearby at all times. But, I do love my Ginger scissors!

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  155. james and bessDecember 13, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    my pincushion is always at the ready. :) fun giveaway!

    bess

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  156. GinaDecember 13, 2011 at 11:30 AM

    I usually have a pair of scissors next to my sewing machine. I've never owned curved ones though, so that sounds fab!

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  157. bethaliceDecember 13, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    A small pair of scissors are next to my machine.

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  158. MorganDecember 13, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Scissors, seam ripper, magnetic pin cushion. And a whole lot of sewing junk. I don't clear off the sewing table very often, ha. Thanks!

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  159. BertineDecember 13, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    I always have my seam ripper next to the sewing machine because I use it to cut thread.

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  160. redzshadowDecember 13, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Definitely my seam ripper! I space when someone comes in to talk to me. I have been known to sew things backwards!

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  161. EstherDecember 13, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    I don't know the technical name... but I always keep my bamboo corner-pusher-outer-thingie by my sewing machine. It's a great tool that can be used in a lot of different ways!!

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  162. kinterDecember 13, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    I made a test block of a reverse cathedral window, and then made it into a pincushion. I always have that! Plus a good pair of tweezers!

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  163. sydthewydDecember 13, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Ha.. my seam ripper! And if I plan ahead, my pincushion.. It seems that it's never where I actually need it though!

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  164. Karen P.December 13, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    I've got my Mr Grabbit pin holder next to me all the time!!

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  165. KatieDecember 13, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    I have a pair of Gingher snips for clipping threads.

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  166. ChiskaDecember 13, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    My seam ripper is usually close and pins--sometimes in a cushion other times just sitting there.

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  167. RebekahDecember 13, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Unfortunately, my seam ripper gets a lot of use.

    rebekahricker (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  168. JenniferDecember 13, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    Definitely scissors!

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  169. carrieDecember 13, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Excellent giveaway!! I always have a seam ripper beside me :/

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  170. Jill Dorsey || Made with MoxieDecember 13, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    My seam ripper never leaves my side as I sew. lol

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  171. StaciDecember 13, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    Next to my machine is a chubby mug with small pair of scissors, a seam ripper, a 12 1/2 inch creative grids ruler, a bamboo point turner, a pair of clip on magnifier glasses for doing applique or especially fine sewing (my eyesight is going!) and a couple Sewline markers.

    New to your blog, but I'm following now. From a polite distance, of course!

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  172. MarilizeDecember 13, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    I have a little sewing caddy with need-to-have-at-hand notions in it and a huge pincushion on top. My must have every time from there is a cupcake ring pincushion that fits onto my left thumb. One of my friends gave it to me and I cannot believe I sewed without it before. It's super handy and it makes sewing so much more fun.

    Thank you for a great giveaway - these scissors sound fabulous.

    Marilize
    marilize(dot)paulsen(at)gmail(dot)com

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  173. BethanyDecember 13, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    I have my clover iron next to me all the time it is easy to use and great for the small seams of a quilt.

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  174. Laura JeanneDecember 13, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Since I am a novice sewer, my seam ripper is always close by! :)

    ljbourque at gmail dot com

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  175. sbDecember 13, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    Ha! I never have anything all the time. I'm always carrying my pins or my seam ripper or my scissors around with me and then I have to go find them when I sit down at my machine. Sometimes I feel so scattered!

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  176. kbzelaznyDecember 13, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    Seam ripper to take out my mistakes-ha! Thanks!

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  177. MelissaDecember 13, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Oh my! This is perfect! I always have a pair of scissors by my machine too! Mine are so old and not working so well...in fact I was just adding these to my wish list! Thanks for the chance!
    ready4god2513 at yahoo dot com

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  178. baukjeDecember 13, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    I also have my scissors next to my sewing machine, I have japanese scissors, don't remember the name. I love to win your's!!!!

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  179. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 3:25 PM

    I need a pair of these since mine got lost in our last move. My seam ripper is in use as much as my machine.

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  180. sharonDecember 13, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    Sadly it's the old seam ripper! Thank you for having such a fabulous give away.

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  181. JustPamDecember 13, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    My seam ripper and scissors are side my side next to my sewing machine.

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  182. Connie Kresin CampbellDecember 13, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    Small scissors....next to my seam ripper! Thanks for a great giveaway!

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  183. UBeeDecember 13, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    A flat dish of straight pins (pin cushions are beautiful and on display, but this way I can drop them in the dish as I pull then out and reach in and grab more when needed easier than a bowl-ish dish) and unfortunately a seam ripper.

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  184. seeksDecember 13, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    scissors and a pincushion. Every time.

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  185. MillieDecember 13, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    I carry a seam ripper in my pocket..all the time! You never know when you'll need one!

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  186. AshleyDecember 13, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Scissors, pins, seam ripper and my phone (just to make sure no one needs me for work).

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  187. UnknownDecember 13, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    My tape measure is next to my sewing kit because if I don't measure my fabric its ALWAYS horribly crooked.

    craftafarian at gmail d c

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  188. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    I guess that would be my..$2 snippers..I saw the cuties you are giving away recently and but used my pin money for fabric instead..one of these days I am going to lash out and just do it, if they are as good as you say they are, thanks for the heads up!

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  189. SuzanneDecember 13, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    My seam ripper is always right there beside me :) These would be a very welcome addition!

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  190. LeslyDecember 13, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    What great scissors - I would love a pair of those. Gingher's is such good quality! By my machine every time I sew is my stiletto - I learned to quilt with one and now I feel naked without it in my hand to guide the fabric through.

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  191. Sis-ODecember 13, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    Seam ripper and this little brush that came with my machine. I use it to dust off lint from metal parts, clean lint from bobbin case, and pull bobbin thread thru when changing bobbins. Thank you for the give away.
    skowens (at) sbcglobal (dot) net

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  192. Christie S.December 13, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    My snippers are sitting by my machine. My seam ripper is usually there too.

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  193. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 5:42 PM

    My snips are always by my side when i sew!

    j_poshusta@yahoo.com

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  194. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    NEAT GIVEAWAY!
    MY SNIPPERS IS BY MY SIDE.
    SCISSORS ARE VERY HANDY TOO!
    THANKS FOR SHARING!

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  195. KimberlyDecember 13, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Embroidery scissors. Use them constantly. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  196. LindsayDecember 13, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    I always have the bowl my uncle made me filled with the feet for my sewing machine.

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  197. ShirleyDecember 13, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    A pin cushion that my son made when he was little. Well it's a flower so I don't know if it was suppose to be a pincushion but it is now!

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  198. RieDecember 13, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    A cold cup of tea is always next to my sewing machine!!

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  199. Needled MomDecember 13, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    My pin cushion is always right next to me. I love Gingher scissors too.

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  200. Stacey - Elle BelleDecember 13, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    My pincushion is always by my machine... I wish it were a cute handmade one but alas it's a cute store bought one that works so well!

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