When I was young, I remember our church would celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday with what was called a “Thanksgiving Banner Service.” The idea was that each family (or fellowship group, if you were single) would make a banner that illustrated all the things they were thankful for and present it in a mini parade at the service before Thanksgiving. The banners were always colorful and creative. Some families used paper and markers, others made three-dimensional banners with glue and felt, and still others used fabric and paint. There was no limit to what you could do with your banner.
As I got older, moved away, and attended churches apart from my family, I found that this wasn’t an event isolated to our own fellowship. In fact, I was surprised that so many different congregations and denominations held their own versions of the Thanksgiving Banner Service. While attending college, I joined a church with my roommate. This was the first place I remember seeing a different kind of banner during a Thanksgiving Banner Service: a religious quilt banner!
Those quilted banners immediately sprang to mind when I first saw Jaynette Huff’s new book of paper piecing for quilts. She’s created a beautiful treasury of faith quilts and representational blocks in Paper Piecing Quilts of Praise—I just can’t help but think that the elegant designs would be perfect for one of those Thanksgiving banners I so fondly remember.
Left: Nativity block, inspired by Christmas carols “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing,” and “Joy to the World.” Right: Palm Branches block, inspired by the hymn “All Glory, Laud, and Honor to Thee, Redeemer King!”
Paper Piecing Quilts of Praise includes 18 foundation-pieced blocks, each inspired by a hymn. There are lovely blocks for Communion, Christmas, and Palm Sunday—and five quilt patterns to showcase one or more of the blocks.
Whether for a Christmas church service or to hang in your home year-round, these quilts are undeniably beautiful. Jaynette’s blocks are unique and elegant, eloquently reflecting the hymns that have inspired them.
Left: Rose block, inspired by the Advent hymn “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming.” Right: Descending Dove and Flames block, inspired by the hymns “There’s a Sweet, Sweet Spirit in This Place” and “Spirit of the Living God.”
To celebrate the release of Paper Piecing Quilts of Praise, and to help you get started on your own quilt of praise, we’re offering a special discount on our foundation-paper-piecing paper. This week only, get 50% off Papers for Foundation Piecing when you buy Paper Piecing Quilts of Praise!
Remember, when you buy the printed book at ShopMartingale, you get the eBook FREE.
Do you have a favorite block or quilt from Paper Piecing Quilts of Praise (see above and the slideshow below)? Tell us which is your favorite in the comments, and you could win a copy of the Paper Piecing Quilts of Praise eBook. We’ll choose a winner one week from today and let you know by email if you’ve won. Good luck!
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Thanks to all who entered the drawing! The randomly chosen winner is Linda, who writes:
“Gosh! How can I possibly pick one I like best??!? They’re all so beautiful – in form and in symbolism. I’ve been wanting to make something for our church family to give back some of the love they’ve extended to me. This book may be the inspiration and direction I’ve needed. Thank you, Janette Huff, for putting these lovely patterns all in one place for us.”
Linda, we’ll email you about your free eBook. Congratulations!
Dogwood Blossoms and Empty Cross block is my favorite because that is the basis of my faith – Jesus died for my sin and rose again! And, He’s coming back soon!
—Sallie on November 13, 2012Dogwood Blossoms and Empty Cross block is my favorite because that is the basis of my faith – Jesus died for my sin and rose again! And, He’s coming back soon!
—Sallie on November 13, 2012Favorite block? It’s a toss up between the nativity and the descending dove. What a great book. If I don’t win I do have it on my wish list.
—BJ on November 13, 2012Oh my gosh…this is one of the most gorgeous books I have seen in a while! I absolutely love #22, of course. I would really like to make one of these for my mom.
—Wanda Heath on November 13, 2012For visual impact, I most like the Shepherd’s Crossing block.
For interpretation of scripture, I love the Dogwood Blossom and Empty Cross block.
—Brenda Dolha on November 13, 2012The nativity block is perfect for a small quilt to be shown at Christmas and also for a nativity display.
—Barb on November 13, 2012I love the Descending Dove and Flames block. Thank you for the chance to win.
—Marty Askins on November 13, 2012I have always loved the Storm At Sea block. Really like the River Bedn block also. I’m a huge fan of paper piecing. Thanks for the chance to win!
—Janet Frank on November 13, 2012Oh, those are lovely! I can see this book in my future quilting plans. I especially like the Communion Cup and the Manger. The Celtic cross is lovely, too. Ok, you’ve probably guessed…I like them all!
—Beth Strand on November 13, 2012I really like the Rose block. I need to try some paper pieceing again. It’s been a long time since I tried it and it wasn’t a good time!
—Brenda Hulsey on November 13, 2012"Storm At Sea" is my absolute favorite – the colors! the soft edges!
—Terry SailingKnitter on November 13, 2012I found it difficult to chose just one block. I love both the baby Jesus Joy Joy and the crown of thorns. Would love to make these for my church.
—patricia crocker on November 13, 2012My favorite block would have to be the Interwoven Cross of Grace block as I have yet to try to do anything this intricate with bias tape. It is just beautiful.
—Diane on November 13, 2012All the blocks are wonderful, but I really like the Interwoven Cross of Grace. Thanks for the chance to win a copy of the book!
—Deb G. in VA on November 13, 2012I like them all, but my favorite is the manger. To me It all starts with Jesus. He was in the beginning and through everything else.
—Heidi on November 13, 2012Love the Nativity block! It would be perfect for the quilt I want to make for my sister.
—Lisa Marie on November 13, 2012I love the Fleur-de-Lis block!
—Tanya on November 13, 2012I love paper piecing. I get great results. It is fun and after the first two pieces, it really doesn’t require too much thinking.
—Judi on November 13, 2012I haven’t tried paper piecing yet but, I love the "Palm Branches" and "Storm at Sea" blocks.
Thanks for another great giveaway 
—Dawn Hollingsworth on November 13, 2012the rose block is absolutely gorgeous! all the blocks are meaningful and would be perfect for my daughterin-law. i would love making it for her. thanx for the chance to win a copy.
—ritainalaska on November 13, 2012The Rose Block is my favorite of the ones shown above. Thanks for the chance to win.
—Joyce Mitchell on November 13, 2012This is a fabulous collection, and hard to pick just one, but I beleive it would be the Open Bible block, or…
—Virginia T on November 13, 2012Well that is the one I’d favor, but all are wonderful.
I really like the Embedded cross of Love and HOPE quilts as well.
My favorite block is the River Bend block. The colors are so pretty together. I’m also a paper piecing fan.
—lindawwww on November 13, 2012It is hard to pick a favorite among so many lovely blocks, but I think my favorite is the rose. That is one of my favorite hymns so I guess that will be my choice for a favorite block.
—Ellie on November 13, 2012I think my favorite would be the Dogwood Blossoms and Empty Cross for my daddy. He died in 1996 have suffering a stroke in 1992 and everytime I see dogwoods in bloom, I think of him. The dogwood tree was daddy’s favorite of all flowers and trees. I can remember growing up he planted several along the side of our house and how excited he was each spring when they bloomed. The cross is an assurance that I will some day see him again because of his belief of the empty cross and his teaching of that to me.
—Jill on November 13, 2012Pick a favorite! Who can pick a favorite from so many lovely and inspiring blocks. But if I have to choose it will be the Interwoven Cross of Grace, I can just see this on Bible covers.
But also love the Do This in Remembrance of Me Banner. Just hope the instructions for the banner are in the book as I can see that several of the individual blocks could be used for various seasons.
—Judy Morin on November 13, 2012Wow… such amazing blocks, it was hard to choose. I think the Interwoven Cross of Grace is amazing and would be the first I’d make. Thanks for a chance to win this book.
—Dianne Bondaroff on November 13, 2012oh my goodness. these are absolutley wonderful. i am just learning to paper piece and find it so fun. i am also a believer and would love to paper piece some biblical ones. i love them all. but i think i would start with the "nativity" for sure. thanks for a great give a way
—Lori Smanski on November 13, 2012I love the block with the doves very much because The Holy spirit is helping me trough rough times and it gives us the pleasure connecting us to God
—Klara Meijer on November 13, 2012Do I have to choose just one?!? I do like them all – especially the Nativity block, Bread & Wine block, Sword & Shield block, the Crown of Thorns block, and the Open Bible block. These all remind me so much of my early years in church and the wonderful Bible stories. Thanks for the chance to win the e-book.
—Kathy on November 13, 2012I would love to make the communion banner for our church. That is my favorite one.
—Julie Hallquist on November 13, 2012Gosh! How can I possibly pick one I like best??!? They’re all so beautiful – in form and in symbolism. I’ve been wanting to make something for our church family to give back some of the love they’ve extended to me…This book may be the inspiration and direction I’ve needed. Thank you, Janette Huff for putting these lovely patterns all in one place for us.
—Linda Batchelar on November 13, 2012I love the Golden Royalty block the most, but it’s so difficult to choose! I would definitely love using the Palm fronds block & the Fleur de Lis as well.
—Sandy B on November 13, 2012I have always loved the Storm at Sea block if I had to choose a favorite. There are so many beautiful blocks in this book. The Three Kings is beautiful! With two Palm Branches. What a great table runner. I can envision many beautiful table runners for holiday tables. And wouldn’t they make a great banner!
—Diane on November 13, 2012Mine would be the Rose block; although they are all so beautiful, it is difficult to choose.
—MaryRose on November 13, 2012I like the Communion Cup and Bread Block. I would love to make this for my Granddaughter for her First Communion.
—Sharon Lichter on November 13, 2012My favorite is the Open Bible block followed by the Sword and Shield block. What more does a person need in this day and age! I really like the whole idea behind this book. It is on my Christmas List.
—Patty Moffitt on November 13, 2012I’d love to make a sampler of these blocks! So many remind me of my Grandmother. I’d have to say Cross of Grace is one of my favorites! Thank you!
—Karyn Ashley Smith on November 13, 2012i like Garden Path Block. THanks for the fun post.
—Jenelle Boxberger on November 13, 2012My favorite is the first quilt shown in this post. It isn’t named, but says Faith Hope and Love on the top border. These words and the scripture they come from have been our "motto" for the 43 years we’ve been married. I would love to make this quilt for our anniversary!
—Leslie on November 13, 2012I truly love all the block and quilts. The symbolism is such an inspiration. But of them all I Love the dogwood blossoms and the Celtic cross. My dear mother enjoyed dogwood blossoms so much and the cross…..my constant reminder that Christ died for me and because of Him I have a home in heaven. Thank you for such a wonderful bookk and for letting us see these beautiful blocks.
—Judy Nolen on November 13, 2012I really like the nativity block. Guess I need to add this book to my wish list!
—Diane Fields on November 13, 2012I love the descending dove block..thank you for this chance
—marjorie on November 13, 2012These are all wonderful blocks. My favorite is the Descending Dove and Flames block.
—Mary Howard on November 13, 2012All of the blocks are beautiful. How can I pick a favorite? Thanks for the chance to win this inspiring book.
—gab on November 13, 2012I absolutely love the manger in the Nativity block!
—Lynne on November 13, 2012I really love the Celtic Cross of Grace. I think it is lovely and graceful.
—Diane Morrow on November 13, 2012I love all the blocks shown. Paper piecing is one of my favorite things to do. Would love to win this book.
—Connie on November 13, 2012It would be very hard to not make a sampler quilt of these blocks. They are all lovely. I love the intertwined cross, the rings of love and the doves.
A few years ago, one of our local firefighters completed training to become a pastor. He still continues on in both jobs. Recently, he went to a week of training to become a chaplain as a First Responder. I attended the city council meeting where he gave a synopsis of the week. He was still overwhelmed with all the information he received and was very moving in his summary. The first complete quilt you show above makes me think of him and how much he would appreciate such a gift. Also makes me think of the doors (we usually call them multi-panel doors) that are described in Hawaii as missionary doors–depicting the cross and Bible.
—Claudia on November 13, 2012Beautiful blocks and quilts. I like the communion banner. Thanks for the chance to win.
—Cindy on November 13, 2012MY favorite is "he is risen". I’m inspired to make some wall hangings for my church.
—Diena Rodd on November 13, 2012My favorite is the "He is risen block". I’m inspired to make some wall hangings for my church.
—Diena Rodd on November 13, 2012I really like the Nativity block and Three Kings block!
—Katie on November 13, 2012I like the block with Baby Jesus in the manger
—Lourdes Fay on November 13, 2012I like the Joy block the best…..
—Phyllis M. on November 13, 2012Can I have two favorites? I love the baby Jesus in the manger, and the small cross that has a Celtic look to it. Gotta love anything Celtic!! Thanks for giving us a chance to win the book.
—Vivian Oaks on November 13, 2012Fleur de Lais block has beautiful quilting. The garden path block and some of the others like it make me want to make an entire quilt, but it looks like the format allows for simple to very complex projects. Thanks for sharing this.
—joan on November 13, 2012It’s hard to pick a favorite but the interwoven Cross of Grace is definitely one of my favorites. Thanks for the chance to win the book and for sharing all the pictures of the projects.
—Sherri G on November 13, 2012A very difficult decision – I think I will go for the Dove and Flames.
—Anne on November 13, 2012I like the Rings of Love block. But there are a lot of great blocks.
—Linda V. on November 13, 2012A very useful book, my favourite block would have to be the one with the cross and flames.
Happy days.
—Bev on November 13, 2012Bev.xoxo
I like the Nativity block and the Communion block. Hard to say which one is the favorite. I’m more likely to make the Nativity one as a wall hanging just by itself!
—Madeline on November 13, 2012Love the Cross of Grace. I have never seen that before and it indeed is beautiful.
—Patricia Hersl on November 13, 2012My favorite block Is River Bend. It is an awesome block.
—Sandy D on November 13, 2012I love the Garden Path block because it reminds me of one of my favorite hymns – In the Garden. It’s the hymn I sing whenever I feel alone.
—Just J on November 13, 2012The Communion block is beautiful and I love the design and colors, that would be my pick and most important, what communion stands for/who it is talking about.
—Mary on November 13, 2012I love paper piecing because of the accuracy of the finished block. Points are pointy and seams are where they should be. I apparently need the paper piecing method in order to have that happen for me. As far as these blocks are concerned, I cannot chose just one so my favorites are Rings of Love, Golden Royalty, Nativity block, Shepherd’s Crossing, and Communion Cup and Bread. Looks like I should have just listed them all!!!
—Karen L. on November 13, 2012I love all of them; love paper piecing. Of the one shown, I like Nativity block. So calming.
—Nancy of IN on November 13, 2012Looking through the ones in the book, I like Dogwood Blossoms and Empty Cross block.
Thanks for the give away.
I have always loved the palm branches block, but have never attempted it. Would love to win this so I could try it!
—Sandy A in St. Louis on November 13, 2012Dogwood Blossoms and Empty Cross block is among my heart favorite for my mother left me a partially pieced Dogwood blossom quilt which I am trying to complete as she instructed me in her final days. Both of the books I want as that is my kind of quilting theme.
—Connie Douty on November 13, 2012How in the world do you choose???
The Dove and Flames-"There is a Sweet Sweet Spirit in this Place", so many church services I have been in when we sang this song and the Spirit of God was present and oh so sweet.
The Open Bible Block-"I Love to Tell the Story", One of my favorite songs. We sang it so often at the church where I grew up. It reminds me to be sure to share Jesus’ story with those around me.
The Sword and Shield Block "A Mighty Fortress is Our God". What a reminder of how He is there for us to run to. His Fortress is never failing. The shield to block the firey darts of the wicked one and the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God. Reminds me of the armor of God we need to be sure to wear daily.
I could go on and on, you have found my most favorite thing. Jesus. Putting my faith and beliefs into a quilt, What a thrill. Thank you for this book and for the chance to win.
—Teresa Heiselt on November 13, 2012Wow. Love the open bible block. First verse I memorized was John 3:16. I can hear the hymn "I love to tell the story…." As I read that in the open Bible. And it represents how much my life changed for the better when I actually opened my Bible and started to read the word of God. Awesome!
—Terry on November 13, 2012The Crown of Thorns block is lovely.
—Ginger on November 13, 2012All of the blocks are beautiful, full of detail, great variety of styles and techniques, good use of color and contrast. I can’t narrow it down to just one favorite block. My favorite design element of the quilt is the heavy use of scripture about our God, our Savior, our Lord. Thank you for displaying this wonderful work of art!
—Barbara on November 13, 2012They are all so lovely! I most likely would choose the rose block as my favorite with the nativity runner-up. I find paper piecing challenging so this book would be a great help.
—Jeanne Vance on November 13, 2012love the fleur de lis!
—Diane on November 13, 2012I like the Nativity block with the words Joy, Joy. It was good to see how the blocks can also be used in a banner
—Lyn on November 13, 2012I love the nativity block, but I think all of them are extraordinary. I really want this book.
—Denise S. on November 13, 2012I really like the "Rings of Love" block. The book would be a great inspiration to try more of the blocks.
—Sonja on November 13, 2012The yellow rose is my favorite. I "heard" the song "There’s A Sweet, Sweet Spirit in This Place," through closed caption for the hearing impaired and wrote down the words. They are beautiful words, and like the rose and the Decending Dove, they are messages of peace.
The old saying "Be sure to stop and smell the roses" was true about our yard. At one time, my family and I had 126 rose bushes of all different colors planted in our yard, and many who came by our house stopped to smell the roses before they journeyed on.
Keep smiling,
—Lynnita Shipman on November 13, 2012I especially just love the Interwoven cross of grace block. They are all so stunning, difficult to choose.
—mari on November 13, 2012ANEL BLOCO AMor.Afinal,foi espalhado por ELE que nos ama,e mandou amar o próximo como a ti mesmo.Obrigada.
Translation from Microsoft Translator:
—Maria do Carmo on November 13, 2012Love BLOCK RING. After all, it was spread for him who loves us, and love your neighbor as yourself.Thank You.
In Lithia Springs, GA there was a huge granite boulder with a dogwood tree growing from it. A tiny seed, fell between the cracks and grew to reach its full potential. It was a reminder to all of us: "With God, All Things are Possible."
I also love the Celtic Cross.
Keep smiling,
—Lynnita Shipman on November 13, 2012To choose just one block is impossible. I would love to piece all the blocks in the book, setting them into a sampler style quilt to commenmorate our (my husband and I) life together with Christ as the head of our home. And what a journey it has been. God has been at our side directing us all these years. The title for my quilt would be one from the scriptures as well "With God All Things Are Possible". These words have proven true so many times. What a testament this book is. May God richly bless the author and all involved in bringing such a special book of patterns to us!
—Cindy R. on November 13, 2012I think my favorite is the rosé block, but it was a toss up, because I love them all.
—Carline Anthony on November 13, 2012Hello, thanks for the opportunity to tell about our favorite block(s) of the Paper-Piecing Quilts of Praise. I would love to win this book, paper-piecing is awesome! Of course I couldn’t just choose one favorite, they are all beautifully made. There are the Top Three blocks and why each is special to me.
1. The first block that spoke to me is the Crown of Thorns. That is because I was able to visit the Sainte-Chappelle (Holy Chapel) in Paris where the Crown of Thorns was kept and protected by Louis IX (later St Louis) until it was moved to Notre Dame Cathedral some years ago. This is a very old, lovely and spiritual place with fifteen beautiful glass windows and a rose window on the second floor that depict the Bible and make full walls of light. Since I have taught French off and on during my career this was a very special experience for me. I traveled with French and Spanish students from the high school during these visits. The Fleur-de-Lis block references the power of man, the Crown of Thorns references the love of Christ for us.
2. The second block that touches my heart is the Open Bible. The words of the hymn, I Love to Tell the Story, bring back memories of a favorite song leader and brave Sunday School teacher who took on the high school class at my home church. He touched our hearts with his many stories of ministering to young adults in the small churches of Chicago, a different world from our neighborhood in the city of Indianapolis. This was one of his favorite hymns to sing with us. I’ll always hear his "echo" with this hymn and now I can see the words in the quilt block to always remember. It is a "timeless" hymn from the late 1800′s that is enjoyed today by many congregations. This references the "timeless" work of God in the Holy Bible.
3. The third block that speaks to me is the Three Kings block. That is because I taught Spanish and in Latin America and Spain the Christmas celebration in the cities and towns isn’t complete with the Three Kings, Los Reyes Magos, who bring gilts to the children on January 6. My students and I researched how the Three Kings arrived by boat, on horse back, on a camel to the homes of children to bring them presents–or straw, depending on their behavior. We saw pictures of children writing letters requesting favorite gifts, sitting on the lap of a Rey Mago, viewed posters, greeting cards and artwork and visited web cyberstores created just for this special day, Día de los Reyes Magos. There are statues, enactments and parades through the streets in Puerto Rico. I made them the special sweet bread that is shaped like the Kings’ crowns with candied cherries for the gems. We had a joint celebration with the advanced French students to celebrate January 6, Epifanía, and share how the cultures celebrated one event in different ways. This block brings back happy memories of how my students were able to learn about culture and lifestyle in other countries. (By the way, we were very sensitive to the varying religious faiths in the classroom in the presentation as this was a foreign language-based cultural activity.)
Sincerely, Janet Brown
—Janet Brown on November 13, 2012billandjanet1971@sbcglobal.net
I love descending dove. Thanks!
—Linda V on November 13, 2012This was a difficult choice to make but I think the "Interwoven Cross of Grace" was really really beautiful. Thank you for the opportunity to win this e-book.
—Carolyn on November 13, 2012What a treat to see something of a sacred nature in this worldly society. Even more refreshing are all the inspiring comments above.
—Freda on November 13, 2012All the designs are wonderful. I would really like to make the Communion Wall Hanging for my church.
Thank you for making such a lovely offer.
The Fleur de Lais block is definitely my favorite because it signifies the fulfillment of God’s promise. His son lived and died so that our sins could be forgiven and through our belief and faith in him
—Annie Turner on November 14, 2012Wow! This book looks fantastic!!! … I think, if I have to narrow it down, my favourites would be the "Rings of Love" block, the "Interwoven Cross of Grace" block, and the "Nativity" block. Don’t know if I can narrow it down any further than those – they all look gorgeous!! I am super impressed!!!
—Larissa on November 14, 2012I love the complexity and colors in the storm at sea block. I also love the cross of grace block.
—janelle Johnston on November 14, 2012They are all beautiful, but I think that I prefere the Open Bible block if I can only choose one. The block is very versatile and the way to shape the cross is clever.
—Lotte on November 14, 2012I really like all of the blocks, but am partial to Communion Cup and Bread.
—Mary Jane Cardwell on November 14, 2012Love them all but my favorites would be the open Bible I love to tell the story, and The dove & the flame, sorry I cant just pick one. Hope you have a blessed Thanks Giving and a Christmas to Cherish!
—Lorraine on November 14, 2012I love the dove and the shepherd’s cross blocks! Both are beautiful!
—Diane on November 14, 2012So many great blocks, I think it would be either the Nativity Block or the Joy Block.
—Marilyn Higgins on November 14, 2012They are all beautiful. My favorite is probably the rings of love block. I love the color combinations that were used.
—Dee on November 14, 2012All the blocks are great. I like the dogwood blossoms block the most. I would love to have this book because I can see so many possible projects using it.
—Jamie on November 14, 2012These blocks are really beautiful, but if I had to choose one, it would have to be the Nativity block, because that is what the book is all about. The entire New Testament draws from that little block; none of the other blocks would have any meaning were it not for that Nativity block.
—Barbara on November 14, 2012My favorite is the River Bend block. I also like the Garden Royalty and Crown of Thorns blocks.
—Bonnie on November 14, 2012My favorite block is the Dogwood Blossoms and Empty Cross block.
Thanks for the chance to win.
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—Rhonda Desgranges on November 14, 2012These blocks are my favorites: Rose block and the Descending Dove and Flames block, inspired by one of my favorite hymns “Spirit of the Living God.”
—MarciaW on November 14, 2012I take an elderly gentleman to the local Episcopalian Church, so I will choose the Communion Banner in honor of him. The priest is a quilter and the church has many quilted banners for each season. I would love to have the book so I could make a nativity block and 3 kings table runner.
—Joni on November 14, 2012I have several that I really love, the celtic cross is beautiful and so is the empty cross with the dogwood; but I would have to say my favorite is the communion bread and cup. There are so few things that the Lord asks of us and one is to Remember Him. Thank you for the chance to win this book.
—Diane V on November 14, 2012I raeally like the Interwoven Cross of Grace; it has the look of a Celtic cross for sure. I also like the paper-pieced bread & cup; the way it’s used in the large banner is magificent!
—Donna Purchase on November 14, 2012I love the Decending Dove! Really want to learn how to emboider like this.
—Angi Gilbert on November 14, 2012My favorite block is the Rose Block. I lost one of my children 11 years ago, when he was a Senior in High School, and while he was growing up, he was regularly bringing me home a single long-stemmed rose "just because it was pretty, mom".
—Mary on November 14, 2012My favorite quilt is "A Musical Gift of Love" wall hanging. Every Sunday we receive communion and the "body of Christ and the blood of Christ" which was shed for us is giving to us. This saying is always part of my life, daily and in church. So that quilt is my favorite.
—Jannette Fletcher on November 14, 2012When I previously entered, I gave the wrong name of the quilt I love. The quilt is the "Communion Banner." I would love to make this and give it to our church.
—Jannette Fletcher on November 14, 2012The one with the dove and the open book. I can see using the open book for several blocks and putting a different verse in each one.
—Maurine Monson on November 14, 2012My favorite is the Communion cup and bread, but it is hard to choose, they are all wonderful!
—Kathleen King on November 14, 2012My favorite block is joy, joy with baby Jesus.
They are all beautiful and would be wonderful to have out all year
long in your home.
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—Shirley Ardoin on November 14, 2012I love the bread and cup block but also really like the Bethlehem block.
—Elizabeth on November 14, 2012My favorite is the Celtic-looking cross "Interwoven Cross of Grace". They are all lovely, but that one really jumped out at me!
—Barb Johnson on November 14, 2012I like the golden royalty block. I can see the use of that with many different blocks
—Marguerite Namdar on November 14, 2012My favorite block is River Bend and runner up Storm at Sea, and then there was Fleur de lis(exquisite); all the blocks are beautiful and I love the sharp points you can get with paper piecing.
—Carol on November 15, 2012These blocks are beautiful. It’s really hard to choose one, so I think the Communion Cup and Bread, the Nativity, the Dogwood Blossom and Cross and the Descending Dove are probably my top favorites. This book is certainly on my list!
—SuzK on November 15, 2012I like the Descending Dove and Flames block, because it symbolizes the peace of God given to us by His Holy Spirit.
—Linda White on November 15, 2012They are all meaningful, but I was immediately drawn to the Dogwood Blossoms with an empty cross block. When our younger son was starting his preparation for the ministry, I found a simple dogwood blossom cross on a chain that I gave him for Christmas that year, along with the Legend of the Dogwood. I was concerned that he might think it was too feminine, but he loved it! Our son frequently wears the cross as a reminder of the sacrifice made for us.
—Donna Whittle on November 15, 2012My favorite block is the Open Bible block —-"His Word" should be given to everyone. So, I love to tell the story!
—Donna W on November 15, 2012The descending Dove and flames. Actually I really like almost all of them.
—Nancy (Cat Lady) on November 15, 2012I like the nativity block and the empty cross block because they tell the story of salvation.
—Joan on November 15, 2012I love the Interwoven Cross of Grace block. It is gorgeous
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—Susie on November 15, 2012legato1958@aol.com
sword and shield block is a favorite as my husbands favorite hymn in ‘A Mighty Fortress is Our God". Would really like this book. debbie73521@yahoo.com
—Debbie on November 15, 2012It’s tough to choose just one, but I think I like the storm at sea. I live near the ocean and have seen some major storms. But when I have storms in my life, I know where I can find peace. Thanks so much for the inspiration and reminders these blocks bring!
—Elizabeth on November 16, 2012I collect Nativity’s so the Nativity Block is wonderful. I also loved the Shepherds Crossing Block. It really is hard to choose just one as they are all beautiful and each has a significance in the Gospel that is special to me.
—Margo S. on November 16, 2012I like the Descending Dove and Flames block. It reminds me of a design that hung in my church when I was growing up. I loke the soft colors of the block. The dove is a symbol used for many religious events.
—Sharon on November 17, 2012Interwoven Cross of Grace. This block just speaks to my heart. They all are beautiful. But it is so hard to choose just one. Indeed i have to choose the Interwoven Cross of Grace. Thank you for the chance to win.
—Sharon Meyer on November 17, 2012I like the communion cup and bread – always helps me focus on Jesus’s sacrifice, God’s grace.
—Carol Gerard on November 27, 2012