Fusion Blanket Giveaway Kick Off!

Today’s the day folks!  My cohorts and I are kicking off the Fusion Blanket Crochet Along with some great giveaways. =)

If you remember in one of my posts I mentioned that a layer cake would work perfectly for this project…so, I am giving away one layer cake of Martinique by 3 Sisters for Moda.

Cindy and Deb will be co-hosting the Crochet Along and they are also hosting giveaways on their blogs.  So make sure to stop by their blogs for a chance to win more fun giveaways.

Also, make sure to join the Fusion Blanket Crochet Along Group on Flickr.

And you can snag the crochet along button from my sideabar for your blog.—>

To enter my giveaway, just leave a comment on my blog.  Comments are now closed.

 Make sure to stop by Cindy & Deb’s Blogs to enter the other giveaways!  The giveaway winners will be announced next Monday followed by the first Fusion Blanket Crochet Along post on Tuesday.

As a reminder, here are the project supply requirements

  • Charm Squares–You will need to decide how big you want your blanket to know how many charm squares you’ll need.  My completed (crocheted) block measures 6.5″ square.  So, I’m thinking maybe 52″ x 65″(a nice throw size).  I will need 80 completed squares ( my blanket will be 8 squares x 10 squares) which means I’ll need 160 charm squares.  The equivalent of 4 charm packs or 1 layer cake.
  • Yarn–I picked up 3 skeins.  I will need to purchase more as I go.  I am not concerned about the dye lot varying a bit.  If you are, make sure to purchase plenty of yarn, or purchase yarn without a dye lot.  You could also opt to use different colors of yarn.
  • Crochet Hook–Pick up the recommended crochet hook for the yarn you are using.  I am using a lighter weight yarn & the recommended hook is G which is what I purchased.
  • Perle Cotton or Crochet Thread–This is for the blanket stitch around the outside edge.  For my trial block I used 8 wt. Perle Cotton which works great.  For my Marmalade blanket I will be using Crochet Thread–it’s a little bit more cost effective & I am all about that.

And of course, the original Fusion Blanket Pattern by Sewing Daisies.

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139 Responses

  1. Rose says:

    Ok- my friend has agreed to teach me to crochet! I love the look of this throw!

  2. Tammy says:

    Can’t wait to get started! Getting my supplies today!

  3. Sherry says:

    I am hoping to join in, my hubby had emergency surgery this week and this may or may not work out that I can keep up. I will put your button on my sidebar.

  4. Ashley Williams says:

    I wish I knew how to crochet, this blanket is so gorgeous!!

  5. Megan says:

    I’m intrigued! A friend at work crochets like crazy. I’ve asked her if she can give me lessons on our lunch break. Hopefully, that will give me enough working knowledge to get rollin’!

  6. Béatrice says:

    Wonderful with this fabric, hope to win, thanks for the chance XXX

  7. Robin says:

    Hope to win this fabric! it would be a very nice fusion blanket!

  8. Sherri says:

    I am using Moda’s “Etchings” for this project. It has both an elegant and casual feel!

  9. Beulah says:

    Hmmm….
    I’m thinking there are six months until Christmas….
    These would make great gifts for co-workers!

  10. charlotte says:

    I am gonna try and keep up. I love the look of this blanket.

  11. Jen says:

    Oh, I’d love to get my hands on that fabric! Thanks for the chance!

  12. Julie says:

    I love this idea and the fabric is so fun! I would love to crochet along with you!

  13. Carrie P. says:

    I am looking forward to see how this all comes about since I am new to crochet. thanks for a chance to win some great fabrics.

  14. Ellyn Z says:

    I’m going to try! looks like fun

  15. Ava says:

    Wow what an awesome opportunity. I did a practice block and had a bit of trouble with the starting single crochet. Hopefully by the time we start I will have it figured out. This is going to be such a fun project.

  16. Lauren aka Giddy99 says:

    Those fabrics are delicious! 🙂

  17. PennyDog says:

    So I’m all Flickr signed up (I was one of the first!) and I have my button on my blog. I’ve even done a post on this so I am absolutely in!

    I’d love to win this layer cake for my friend- she accidentally bought the wrong layer cake in the quilting shop (she wanted Atthill and bought something similar but a bit more boring!) and I felt a bit bad for her and I know she will like this!

  18. Cheryl B. says:

    I love love that layer cake, such pretty colors.

  19. What a lovely idea! Thanks!

  20. Karen says:

    Wonderful layer cake! My sew group meets tonight and we have been discussing doing this project! I’ll grab a button and pop over to Flickr.

  21. Sheryl Hopkins says:

    Love the colors in this layer cake, will make an awesome blanket. This will make a great quilt. Can’t wait to get started.

  22. Margaret says:

    Love this layer cake. I have not made any projects using layer cakes. I don’t think I have ever bought one but might have to after seeing your quilt.

  23. Emily Carmona says:

    What a great looking project!

  24. hafza says:

    I love both crafts..sewing and crocheting, so I’m in. I choose Ruby fabric for this project and I’ve already have the button at my blog.

  25. Barb says:

    I don’t crochet, but am sure willing to give it a try. This would be such a good project to do while sitting to watch tv in the evenings! Gorgeous.

  26. Lisa Marie says:

    Those fabrics look very elegant. Thanks for the chance to win!

  27. Michele says:

    I love that fabric line. Looking forward to this project. Thanks!

  28. Martha says:

    I love this fabric and would love to win!

  29. Brenda says:

    Looks like an interesting quilt along. I may just have to jump on board, especially if I win the layer cake.

  30. Darlene says:

    I only crocheted once and made myself a hat and would love to try this pattern. The layer cake fabrics will make this so pretty.

  31. Nancy says:

    Fabulous giveaway! Thanks for sharing it with us, and I’m looking forward to the tutorial tomorrow.

  32. robin says:

    Great giveaway – thanks! My daughter has just started to crochet. 🙂

  33. Jennie says:

    Oh I love Martinique and I haven’t seen it around for such a long time. I will not be crocheting along but I will be checking in to see all your progress.

  34. Terrie says:

    Picking up my yarn this week !!! Can’t wait to get started :)!!!

  35. Maria do Carmo Pezzuto says:

    Já tenho o fio e agulha,espero ganhar os tecidos. Obrigada.tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com

  36. Kathie L says:

    What a nice combination of two crafts. Thanks for the layer cake giveaway.

  37. love to win thanks for the giveaway

  38. Susan C says:

    Love to win!

  39. Barbara Orozco says:

    I’ve already saved the instructions for the fusion blanket on my computer, but I’ve got no time to join in right now. 🙁
    Lovely giveaway, thanks a million for offering!

  40. Christi P. says:

    This is beautiful and what a great idea to have a crochet along!!

  41. MissMary says:

    Do I really need another project? Hmm… sooo tempting! Love the combination of fabric and crochet, tho!

  42. Perfect layer cake for this project of course!

  43. Ferne says:

    This looks like such a fun project combining 2 of my favorite crafts. I am thinking of lining my squares with flannel to give it a little more weight.

  44. Linda says:

    LOVE MARTINIQUE!
    NEAT PROJECTS!
    THANKS SO FOR SHARING!

  45. Wendy says:

    I love to crochet and I love fabric, so will be joining you ladies in stitching a blanket up. Thanks for hosting this and the giveaway, I love this line!

  46. Heather says:

    That fabric is lovely!

  47. Jeanie says:

    BEautiful fabric collection! Thanks so much!

  48. Martina says:

    I love this idea! And Martinique is wonderful fabric. I am just working with it for the aurifilBOM and just love it!

  49. Marianne Penner says:

    Thanks for the chance to in. This is an excellent idea and I can’t wait to get started.

  50. Sandy Todd says:

    Sounds like a fun adventure! I don’t crochet, but hope to follow everyone’s progress. Thanks for the chance in the give-a-way!

  51. Dj says:

    I’ve got my first square done. A picture in progress is posted to Flickr. Thanks for the chance!

  52. Angie C says:

    Looks like a fun project! Thanks for the chance to win!!

  53. Patty says:

    The reason I started quilting is because of Three Sisters designs. Remember Paris Flea Market? What an adventure it has been. Martinique will be gorgeous in this project. Thanks for your inspiring blog.

  54. Jennie P. says:

    I love the colors in Martinique! Thanks for the chance!

  55. CJ says:

    ohhh, great giveaway! I’ve always loved that line of fabric but missed out on getting any!

  56. amy g :) says:

    omg, SUCH a gorgeous set of fabrics! i want i want!!

  57. Kathi B says:

    What an exciting way to combine an old love(crocheting) with a new love(quilting)! This looks like such fun! Thank you for the inspiration.

  58. Lissy says:

    Love this quilt/ blanket, count me in!

  59. Mom C says:

    Looks so fun. Love the fabric. Thanks.

  60. I have passed the word about this project , Oooooh, if I could win .

  61. I haven’t found out yet how to put buttons on my blog since blogger changed .
    Perhaps someone will kindly tell me where to find settings

  62. Cindy Farmer says:

    I love this blanket. I am going for it!

  63. MarciaW says:

    Martinique is one of my all time favorite collections! Thanks for the chance. This looks like a fun fusion blanket a-long.

  64. Alissa says:

    OOOOOHhhhh….what pretty fabric that is. The Fusion blanket is such a fun idea, can’t wait to make one!

  65. Pam C says:

    That’s a cute idea and new way to combine two cool crafts.

  66. Sonja says:

    I´m in! Just waiting for my Salty Air charmpacks to arrive!

  67. BreannaS says:

    I haven’t done crochet in years but this project is inspiring me to pick it up again.

  68. Helen says:

    The Martinique range is so beautiful! I would love to win! I am going to watch some youtube videos to try to learn enough crochet so I can join in. Here’s hoping!

  69. Teresa says:

    I just hope I can win so I can make a wonderful blanket.

  70. Irene says:

    If only I new how to crochet! It’s a very beautiful blanket indeed. Thank you very much for the chance to win, I hope I got my hands on this lovely fabric!

  71. 4dreamsr says:

    Fell in love with this at 1st sight! Do not need another project, but hey, what’s life for if not to start something new.

  72. Wendyb says:

    What a lovely idea….perfect for this time of year in Aust!!!
    Off to get me some wool!
    xo sugary hugs
    Wendy :O)

  73. Fiona says:

    This is such a lovely project ….. and what a cute layer cake to use for it….
    Hugz

  74. Jo-Anne says:

    What pretty, pretty feminine fabric!

  75. Alexenvrac says:

    Maybe i could be the french winer?
    I love this layer cake and hope to win it!

  76. Kris says:

    I can’t wait to start this. I have my charms already!!

  77. rosa says:

    That fabrics are awesome!!

  78. Wivi says:

    Lovely fabrics. They are more than welcome to Sweden.

  79. GeeGee says:

    Oh, this layer cake will make a beautiful blanket. I love crochet and fabric but have never combined the two. This is an awesome idea, thanks for sharing.

  80. Sheryl F. says:

    I love 3 sisters fabric! I am just beginning a project using their other lines.

  81. Cherilyn says:

    This looks like so much fun!! Thanks for all the inspiration !

  82. Robin says:

    I think I may HAVE to do this project…it’s just awesome!!

  83. Christie R says:

    Quilting AND crochet…this is going to be fabulous fun!!!

  84. Anne says:

    Nice change of pace- I will give this project a try!

  85. Sandyb says:

    I love these fabrics. The concept of crochet and quilting has me so very excited. I saw a quilt made this way just today on a crochet blog. They look just yummy and I can’t wait to get one started. I knew I was collecting charm packs for some reason.

    Thank you for this wonderful chance!

    sandyb720 at gmail dot com

  86. Stephanie C. says:

    I love the look of this blanket!

  87. Nancy says:

    New to this blog. Wow, I am impressed with the great projects . Am ready to get started

  88. Ali M says:

    My couple of attempts to crochet to date have been horrible, but I keep wanting to know how to do it. Sigh! Thank you for the giveaway!

  89. susana says:

    Se ganchillo y es verdad puedo hacerlo con otras telas !Pero con esos tejidos solo puedo suspirar.

  90. Terri N. says:

    Ohhhh my word! This is just to cute. I would really like to give it a try. Must dust off my crocheting skills as they are very rusty.

  91. danna bc says:

    fun. 🙂 One day I may learn to crochet. lol.

  92. sue says:

    Martinique is so pretty
    Thanks for the giveaway chance.

    sue
    legato1958@aol.com

  93. I have looked at the partners in crime blogs and I might actually be able to figuare out how to do this, it is exciting. I will look around for supplies in the morning. Thank you for the inspiration and the giveaway. I would love to win this giveaway, the fabric is beautiful!

  94. usairdoll says:

    Gosh, Martinique is gorgeous! I love crocheting. Looking forward to this!

    Thank you for a super giveaway and a chance to win.

    usairdoll(at)gmail(dot)com

  95. Anita says:

    I love Martinique! Thanks for the chance to win a layer cake 🙂

  96. Kim says:

    What beautiful fabrics? Fingers crossed!

  97. Evelyn says:

    Beautiful fabric — I know just what I would create with it!

  98. Rafael's mum says:

    Love Martinique! thanks for a chance to win xx

  99. Mhairi says:

    Gorgeous colours in the jelly roll and I have the perfect purple yarn to go with it to make this rug.
    Can’t wait for Tuesday to join in with this blanket. I am sure it will be wonderful and look fabulous in any colours.

  100. Jenn says:

    wow….this looks like such an awesome project! off to check the flickr group

  101. Pretty layer cake.

  102. Jessica C says:

    I LOVE Martinique!!

  103. AnnaK says:

    Beautiful fabrics!

  104. wendy says:

    Oh yum, I love Martinique! I’m still not sure whether I’m going to be able to join in or not… if so I’ll have to use supplies I already have, I have a layer cake that I’ve used a bit of!

  105. Linda Pawlak says:

    I love the fabric! Thank you for the chance to win!
    Linda

  106. Sara says:

    I have never crocheted a day in my life but this sew along is making me want to learn!

  107. What a great idea! Looks like a fun project, and thanks for adding the giveaway!

  108. Devon says:

    Oh my gosh… fabric and yarn! Craft-love overload! I love to knit and I’m picking up crochet gradually!

  109. Becky says:

    Looking forward to this project. My first craft love is with yarn, and I prefer crochet. I love small sewing projects that do not involve quilting. This has both!

  110. Kristen Sanderson says:

    Love the fabris and I think the fusion blanket is a great idea. Thanks for the giveaway.

  111. Kathy R says:

    I fell in love with this blanket when I first saw it on Pinterest and was so excited when you decided to do this Fusion Blanket Crochet Along! WooHoo!
    Thanks for the fun summer project and the giveaway chance!

  112. Kay says:

    Such a pretty set of fabrics, thank you for the giveaway. This will be an amazing blanket.

  113. Cindy says:

    I love that fabric line. It would make a gorgeous quilt!!

  114. Jo says:

    I am going to enter a deal with my mum for this. She crotchets and I quilt! Maybe I will even learn to crochet on the way. This looks fabulous! Pick me please!

  115. SewLindaAnn says:

    That is a beautiful fabric line!

  116. Beverly says:

    Love the crochet / fabric throw. I’m brushing up on my crochet skills and plan to join in. You have the BEST quilt alongs.

  117. Jayme C says:

    Love these fabrics!!! Thanks for the giveaway!!

  118. Tiara says:

    Cannot wait to see everyones projects!

  119. Janine says:

    I’m looking forward to joining in. Crocheting and quilting are my loves!

  120. Dorothy says:

    Can’t wait to get started I am going to use 30’s prints, going to cut my squares and sew them together, then pick out the yarn and be ready to start!

  121. Jennifer D says:

    I don’t know how to crochet, but I just might start it up with this project! We’ll see… Lovely fabrics, too!!

    BTW, I wanted to share with you the quilt I made using your “Organic Elements” tutorial. Thank you so much! It was very easy to do and a fun pattern to showcase what I wanted to do with the quilting. 🙂
    http://www.dewings.us/blog/2012/06/13/to-the-bride-and-groom/

  122. Susanne says:

    This sounds like fun 🙂 Can’t wait to start.
    Susanne

  123. Tartankiwi says:

    So so tempted to join you in this crochet along!

  124. Hueisei says:

    What a beautiful fabric line. I’d love to win. Thanks.

  125. Stefania Marenco says:

    You have been a beautiful idea, croquet and sew togheter, I’ll do it.
    Thank you very much

  126. Kristen Fuhriman says:

    I want to win for my sweet friend, she loves to crochet and I told her about how cute this project is!!

  127. Judy says:

    I would love to win!! Pick me and thanks for the opportunity
    judyk2310@yahoo.com

  128. Caro says:

    What beautiful fabric! I can’t wait to get started. Thanks for organizing the fashion blanket crochet-along.

  129. Karen H says:

    What a wonderful project! Love it! Thank you for sharing it with us and thank you for offering the giveaway!

  130. Fred says:

    I’m going to try! Looks like fun

  131. Denise Daniel says:

    Two friends of mine and I are making the wonderful Fusion Blanket. We went shopping for our yarns yesterday. Am so excited to get started! 😀

  132. Cecilia says:

    I like to crochet, so will be interested in seeing how this works.

  133. Carol Collier says:

    What a great idea to mix crochet with quilting!! The finished product is so cute!! AND, what beautiful fabrics!! Thanks for the opportunity!

  134. Karen says:

    Love your fresh ideas, thanks for the chance!

  135. Michelle Taylor says:

    Swoonworthy! Would love to win the fabric.

  136. montse says:

    Love that fabrics! and my friend was going to teach me crochet this summer….. who knows, perhaps I’m lucky… terrific giveaway! Thanks!

  137. Tricia says:

    This looks like such a fun project….I used to know how to crochet. I’m hoping I can re-teach myself because I’d love to work on some handwork.

  138. Carla G says:

    What fabulous fabric! And what a great project! Thanks for a chance to win! 🙂