Sunday 24 July 2016

Lucky me.

Some days ago Valerie (acornmoon on my blog roll) did a post about a new book she has illustrated and said she had a 'give away' to anyone who answered her post and that a name would be drawn when all the comments were in.

Well, I am pleased to say that she let me know the other day that my name had come up and that I was to get a copy of this delightful little book.   It came on Saturday morning and it is exquisite.   I would give anything to be able to draw with her ability - her drawings are meticulously executed and perfect in every detail.

Adele Geras has written the charming rhymes about each square on a child's quilt and each square is illustrated with one of Valerie Greeley's delightful quilt pictures.

I am the proud owner of one of these lovely little books, so thank you so much Valerie.   Here is the book for all my readers to see:

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20 comments:

  1. Tom Stephenson24 July 2016 at 10:35

    Lovely looking book, Weave.

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  2. Terry and Linda24 July 2016 at 12:28

    OH! LUCKY! LUCKY YOU!

    Linda

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  3. Heather24 July 2016 at 13:10

    I can imagine how thrilled you are to have won a copy of that book. I love Valerie Greely's work and envy her skills.

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  4. angryparsnip24 July 2016 at 13:17

    Beautiful !
    I will look her up and see if I can find her work.

    cheers, parsnip

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  5. galant24 July 2016 at 13:40

    Adele Geras is a lovely writer - have you read her adult novels? I do recommend them if you have not.
    Margaret P

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  6. Yorkshire Pudding24 July 2016 at 15:18

    How splendid. Well done Mrs W.

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  7. Mac n' Janet24 July 2016 at 15:26

    Lucky you indeed, it looks amazing.

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  8. Frances24 July 2016 at 16:15

    Weaver, congratulation on being the lucky winner of Val's beautiful book.

    I completely agree with you about her artistry and count myself very fortunate to have also met her. She is a very lovely lady.

    xo

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  9. Librarian24 July 2016 at 23:22

    Congratulations on your win! It's a beautiful book and I imagine it would make a very nice present to a child or an adult, for instance someone who quilts as a hobby.

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  10. Acornmoon25 July 2016 at 00:11

    Thanks for posting this Pat, I am so pleased you like our little book. Adele Geras was a joy to work with, she writes for adults and children and is the mother of Sophie Hannah, also a writer.

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  11. Midmarsh John25 July 2016 at 01:35

    What a pleasant surprise.

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  12. thelma25 July 2016 at 02:32

    Lovely looking book, perfect gift for a little one.

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  13. Coppa's girl25 July 2016 at 12:41

    A beautiful cover - what delightful illustrations. Something to treasure.
    I look forward to finding out more about both these ladies.

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  14. Living Alone in Your 60's25 July 2016 at 12:46

    What an interesting and different subject matter. Lucky you. Very talented lady.

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  15. Gwil W25 July 2016 at 13:03


    That's an interesting design for the cover.

    One that would tempt me to pick it up and look inside if I saw it in a shop.

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  16. Simon Douglas Thompson25 July 2016 at 14:06

    That's awesome! I never win prizes in any draws like that!

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  17. Thickethouse.wordpress25 July 2016 at 16:16

    You are the lucky one! This is a delightful book. I just bought a copy for my granddaughter who is becoming interested in quilting and sewing.

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  18. Anonymous26 July 2016 at 02:08

    What a lovely thing to receive.

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  19. Elizabeth26 July 2016 at 03:24

    Yes, Valerie's work is a delight!
    She is such a quintessentially English arts.
    Lucky you!

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  20. The Weaver of Grass26 July 2016 at 05:43

    Valerie's information about Sophie Hannahis interesting - she is one of my favourite authors.
    Yes - it is just as exciting inside and it looks from the cover. Thanks for calling in.

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