Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day!

May 22, 2011 by Cathy A.

It’s giveaway day, but I’ve got a hurt back. So my post is going to be short and sweet.

I’ve got a charm pack of Lily & Will II and 2 yards of coordinating fabric. The coordinating fabrics will be one yard of Bunny Hill Blue Moda Bella Solids and then a choice of a yellow and brown print or aqua and cream print. It’s enough to make up a little baby quilt top & probably the backing, too. I think this fabric line is adorable, and I love that it’s gender neutral!

To enter, simply tell me what you would do if you were certain you wouldn’t fail. For me, the answer is that I would open an actual brick & mortar fabric and yarn shop with a wonderful coffee shop attached. There would be a wonderful space for classes and casual sewing and knitting for customers. It would be everyone’s favorite crafty hangout!

Check back for more giveaways in the upcoming weeks. I’m slowly sorting out what I have for giveaways from Quilt Market last week, so there will be more to giveaway! Sorry, but this is only open to US residents. Please accept my apologies that I didn’t extend this to international entries. Giveaway will be open through May 25th.

Comments are closed and a winner will be announced in the next post. Thanks!

Posted in Uncategorized | 390 Comments

390 Responses

on May 22, 2011 at 9:45 pm Kristy

I would open a community center with everything from free counseling and support groups to inexpensive craft classes for children and parents to spend quality time together.
on May 22, 2011 at 9:52 pm Brie

I would design. Fabric, patterns the works and I would do it all from my home studio so I could still be with my family.

I would trvael the world teaching classes and doing awesome quilt markets and love every second of it!
on May 23, 2011 at 2:47 am Joan

I would open a quilt shop. It would be so much fun. I would teach quilting classes and maybe one day design fabric.
Thanks for the giveaway.
on May 23, 2011 at 3:09 am helen wright

If i coudln’t fail i’d buy a lottery ticket! other than that i’d stay home, sewing things and sell them and would earn the same amount i do now so hubby couldn’t moan!
on May 23, 2011 at 4:53 am Katie

Pretty fabric. I would probably do the same thing as you. I’d love to have a fabric and yarn shop. Actually I’d love to have some kind of workshop where one could pursue all their crafty hobbies – pottery studio, photography stuff, yarn, fabric. Fun to think about!
on May 23, 2011 at 5:16 am Ellyn Z

record a cd of christian music! & spend my days sitting in your lovely shop, hand sewing & visiting with other crafty gals….. what a nice giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 5:20 am Bonni

I would own a bakery that sounds very similar to your coffee shop. How about I manage that side of the business?
I’ll knit or sew during non-
peak business hours!
on May 23, 2011 at 5:23 am Laura

Have about 20 more children and open a wine/coffee/fabric store. Those things go together, right? Thanks!
on May 23, 2011 at 5:51 am TheBargainBabe

I’d love to win! If I were certain I wouldn’t fail….I’d open up a craft store…fabric/sewing AND scrapbooking.
on May 23, 2011 at 5:51 am Traci

Ooooooh–I love that line but haven’t purchased any. I would LOVE to win!

I would go back to school and become a labor and delivery nurse. It’s a long term dream for me, but I hope to make it happen some day! I hope you get to make your dream happen, too!

I’m a new reader and glad to find your blog–I’m adding it to my feed!
on May 23, 2011 at 5:53 am Mary

I would start a farm with my DH in Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula. Think of all the sewing I’d get done being snowed in all winter!!
on May 23, 2011 at 6:09 am Anne

I would fly to Nepal and hike to Base Camp of Everest. And after that, I’d do a transatlantic crossing in a sailboat with my husband.
on May 23, 2011 at 6:13 am Allison Gougeon

I would open a super clean and loving yorkie breeding home where only the best people could own yorkies! of course, they would all have beautiful quilted blankets and warm quilted coats! Thanks for the dream. gougeonathome@charter.net (Allison)
on May 23, 2011 at 6:58 am KristyR

that’s a tough question I’d consider a big move and possibly starting my own practice. I love where I am now though, so I”m probably just going to stay put for awhile Thanks for the chance to win!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:10 am Amanda

Relocate our business somewhere tropical.
on May 23, 2011 at 7:10 am Mary

I would for sure open up a fabric shop in my sweet little town, and then I would go to quilt market every year!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:29 am leisel

i would design– patterns for little girls and maybe some for mamas. so fun!

thanks

leisel
on May 23, 2011 at 7:37 am quiltmomof3

I’d sell some crochet or quilting crafts on Etsy.
Love the fabric !
on May 23, 2011 at 7:45 am Nicole

I would buy a large farm park and hubby and I would grow crops, raise animals, I’d have old fashioned cooking and sewing classes. I’d love it!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:57 am Lanea

I would record an album.
on May 23, 2011 at 8:02 am Rochelle

I would buy more acreage than we have now and raise horses….something I love to ponder during my commute
on May 23, 2011 at 8:09 am iris

My friend and I always joke that we’d open up an alcoholic yarn shop. Two of my best loves
- on May 23, 2011 at 9:08 am Cathy A.
  
  I’m thinking I should make my sewing/yarn/coffee shop also a wine bar by night!
  
  Thanks! Cathy
on May 23, 2011 at 8:20 am Kasia

If I know I wouldn’t fail, I would open a bakery with wonderful European style rustic breads!!! I’m so scared of yeast so right now still failing at the breadmaking! Thanks for the chance to win.
on May 23, 2011 at 8:28 am Sheryl

Love your blog! I am like you – I would love to open a brick and mortar yarn/fabric shop. One room of the finest yarns, another of the best fabrics. Thanks for the chance to win.
on May 23, 2011 at 8:28 am Marissa

I would open a business with my husband featuring his illustrations and my random crafty projects/
on May 23, 2011 at 8:32 am Mitzi

I would definitely open a quilt shop. That would be the dream job of a lifetime for me! Thanks for the giveaway.
on May 23, 2011 at 8:36 am Samantha

If I was certain I wouldn’t fail, I’d start up an etsy biz – true true! Thanks for the excellent giveaway
on May 23, 2011 at 8:46 am melody

I would open an art collective for members to share art and craft equipment. We would host workshops and be a way for artists and crafters to get together to share skills and resources.

Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:49 am Kelly P

I would love to design fabric and learn how to be a great photographer. Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:51 am Laura T

If I was certain that I wouldn’t fail – I would fly!

Stupid laws of physics!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:52 am lisa swinney

I would love to be a fabric designer or teach quilting and sewing to kids.
on May 23, 2011 at 8:57 am Jennie

If without fail, I would love to design clothing! Thanks for the great giveaway
on May 23, 2011 at 8:58 am Kristin

If I new I couldn’t fail, I’d try to publish quilt patterns.
on May 23, 2011 at 9:01 am Maggie

I would love to open a little shop with my best friend, and sell our creative little designs…its our favorite thing to dream about. Thanks for the opportunity!
- on May 23, 2011 at 9:05 am Cathy A.
  
  Dreaming with friends is so much fun! Thanks for coming by and entering the drawing1
on May 23, 2011 at 9:09 am JayTee

I would open a long arm quilting business
on May 23, 2011 at 9:13 am Maman A Droit

If I knew I couldn’t fail, I’d do two things I’ve been considering doing anyway but may fail at
1.) Write a book about sewing dress-up clothes and accessories
2.) Start a program talking to college girls about Natural Family Planning because I think that way too many people dismiss it as not a viable option simply because they’ve never had an opportunity to hear about the science behind it and the research supporting it’s efficacy!
on May 23, 2011 at 9:16 am Kristy K.

What beautiful fabric!

I would open a curiosities shop, after traveling the world and buying things for it!

needlegrrl at gmail
on May 23, 2011 at 9:21 am Ruth

I would totally design clothes! Like normal ones that people would actually wear, but cute. Not weirdo runway stuff. I love the idea of doing that, but then practically they turn out… funny. <_<
on May 23, 2011 at 9:25 am Julia

I would open a wedding invitation shop <3. I just recently got married, made pretty elaborate invitations myself, and loved it. If I thought I could make a living off of that, I might just give up engineering!
on May 23, 2011 at 9:31 am Morgan

I would homeschool. Love the fabrics — what a generous giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 9:46 am Carrie

Wow…that’s a tough question. I think I’d own a yarn store.
on May 23, 2011 at 9:52 am joelle lambert

If I were certain I wouldn’t fail, I’d have another litter of kids.
on May 23, 2011 at 9:52 am Annmarie

I would get caught up!!! No more UFO’s, no PIGS, actually no stash! Wouldn’t it be great to go thru all the new & upcoming fabric lines & choose everything you need for a project?? Dream on……….
on May 23, 2011 at 10:11 am Alice

I am not sure what I would do. I have never really thought about it. I think I might move somewhere completely different.

Great giveaway.
on May 23, 2011 at 10:17 am Marcia W.

If I could not fail then would spend $1 on a lottery ticket — then share the wealth with my family. Thanks for the giveaway. Fabric is a good alternative to an imaginary lottery win.
on May 23, 2011 at 10:17 am Tonya

I too would open a shop. I’ve owned one before but life got in the way. I love having a retail shop. I would dye fabric again and sell it as well.
on May 23, 2011 at 10:19 am Gayle Grier

If I knew I could not fail, I would quit my day job and launch my quilting for others business today. However, I am near retirement and would like to eat between now and then so I will take it one day at a time. Love the Lily & Will fabrics.
on May 23, 2011 at 10:34 am Grace

I would open up a little yarn/fabric/pattern shop with a tea room attached, a garden in the front and back and lots of flowers everywhere
on May 23, 2011 at 10:36 am sntbosch

I would fix the hole in my ceiling in my basement!
on May 23, 2011 at 10:37 am Tara

I would start a party planning company! Thanks for the chance to win!
on May 23, 2011 at 10:49 am pam w

love to have a getaway ranch business
on May 23, 2011 at 10:50 am maryanne

I would design the perfect stroller – complete with cute fabrics, of course! =)
on May 23, 2011 at 10:54 am Caren

I would produce my own line of kids music, complete with videos, and set my sister up with a mobile photography studio in Florida. Then I’d retire and have fun with my family while I sew on the side!
on May 23, 2011 at 10:56 am Meryl

I think I would start a sheep farm and spin my own yarn.
on May 23, 2011 at 10:58 am Shayla Sharp

I’d start a 1000 acre farm complete with orchards, vineyard and herb garden! Of course, there’d be my private sewing studio too.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:01 am beckyrab

Try a heating pad on your back:) It feels wondeful! I love this topic. If I couldn’t fail… I’d write a book that would be a bestseller:) Take care!
on May 23, 2011 at 11:14 am Carrie

ooh, if I was certain it wouldn’t fail? I would quit my job and do web design full time and have plenty of time for crafting.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:18 am Libby

I would spend all my time making fabric artwork. I love to crazy quilt and do mixed media fabric artwork. I would do that, and make children’s clothes based on fairy tales.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:24 am HollowSquirrel

I’d be a stand-up comic.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:29 am Ericka

If I couldn’t fail, I would open a bed and breakfast with my twin sister and host quilting and knitting retreats, as well as cozy mystery weekends. My twin sister is a quilter and I am a knitter, and I LOVE to read and watch mysteries.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:33 am Bailey

Go back to practicing law from X number of years of being a SAHM.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:37 am Marci Girl

This is a hard question….

Maybe run an online fabric store from my house!
on May 23, 2011 at 11:40 am Katherine

Wow – if I was sure I wouldn’t fail, I would own the store adjoining yours. We could have a common creative space – and I would cover the paper, ephemera, mixed media, altered art, jewelry creation sections of the market. Everything would be laid back and the creative energy would be palpable. Mmmm! Sounds like Heaven to me!

In my down time I would design fabric and paper…I get goose bumps just thinking about all this! xx queenkatherineATgmailDOTcom
on May 23, 2011 at 11:40 am faith

if i wouldn’t fail.. hmm… run a marathon, write a book, farm, gosh there are so many things to try yet.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:45 am Judith Blinkenberg

Great giveaway. Thank you. I would have a large home, several sewing machines and teach young girls how to sew.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:56 am Kristin Orth

I would open a fabric shop, too! Thanks for a chance to win!
on May 23, 2011 at 12:02 pm Lorene (just Lu)

If I were sure to succeed, I’d open up a little bookstore.

Thanks for the fun giveaway!

-Lorene
just Lu
on May 23, 2011 at 12:03 pm Erin Marie

I would start some sort of business. Probably craft related. It wouldn’t really matter would it, since I can’t fail?
on May 23, 2011 at 12:04 pm jamie

Great giveaway, I would love to win! I have no idea what I would do… someone else had a good idea, buy a lottery ticket!

~JamieS@ Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom
on May 23, 2011 at 12:09 pm Kylie C

Start a non-profit teaching people how to garden and become more self-reliant in urban and suburban settings.
on May 23, 2011 at 12:11 pm lydia

i’d go totally organic, curb all our unecessary spending, live off the land, homeschool, adopt and travel the world with all our kids… but since i’m afraid i’ll fail, i’ll start with just one or two of those things now, and come back to the others later on…
on May 23, 2011 at 12:12 pm Michelle

If I knew I wouldn’t fail, I would have another kid
on May 23, 2011 at 12:20 pm Deborah

G’Day! I’m here for the Sew, Mama, Sew Giveaway Day! Please visit me, too:
http://www.homemakerhoney.com/2011/05/sew-mama-sew-may-giveaway-day-ends-may.html

Deborah
Homemaker Honey
@Homemaker_Honey
homemakerhoney.com
homemakerhoney @gmail .com
on May 23, 2011 at 12:20 pm erica

I would probably open a shop to sell stuff I’ve made. I am getting ready to try an etsy shop but there are a lot of fears of whether or not my stuff is as good as other peoples and if people would actually pay money for something I made.
on May 23, 2011 at 12:35 pm Woodbines

If I knew I couldn’t fail I’d open a pie shoppe

senjosuki at yahoo
on May 23, 2011 at 12:37 pm Grace

I don’t know. Get married again? Heh. Cute fabric!
on May 23, 2011 at 12:41 pm Regina

Haha….we have the same dream!
on May 23, 2011 at 12:46 pm Erin

I would fix the American public education system. What a difference that would make! Thanks for the chance to win the fabric.
on May 23, 2011 at 12:51 pm Donna Baker

I would open up a restaurant! thanks for the chance to win!
on May 23, 2011 at 12:52 pm Jenny

What a lovely selection! My daughter says she would try out to be a ballerina.
on May 23, 2011 at 1:05 pm Lauren

I’d have a farm in the middle of nowhere and consult online rather than go into the office. What a thought provoking question… i’m going to have to ask my husband what he would do.
on May 23, 2011 at 1:23 pm alison

I would open a bakery or candy shop! Or a yarn store!
on May 23, 2011 at 1:23 pm Nancy

My husband and I would open our own craft shop and he would sell his furniture and woodworking and I could sell craft supplies and kits. We would just love that!
on May 23, 2011 at 1:28 pm Shelley C

I would play with the stock market! I don’t have money to play with now, but if I knew I’d never lose any…ha…I’d be there! Your idea seems perfect though….something I love doing and the perfect combo….smart !
on May 23, 2011 at 1:29 pm yvonne

id make a quilt a month. i’d love to do that. i just dont feel i have the skill to sew as much as i’d love to try. yvonne
on May 23, 2011 at 1:37 pm Kathy

A pet shop! Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 1:39 pm piperbellaboutique

I would so open up a bookstore/coffeeshop! One of those old style cozy ones with couches tucked beck into every nook and cranny!!!!
- on May 23, 2011 at 2:02 pm Cathy A.
  
  That’s my favorite kind of bookstore! I’m sure I’d want to hang out there!
  
  Thanks, Cathy
on May 23, 2011 at 1:47 pm Marilyn

Thank you for sharing your goodies! I have a little Will in my family and hadn’t seen this fabric before, so how fun!
on May 23, 2011 at 1:50 pm Stephanie Granite

If I was sure not to fail I would forget the day job and just make all my money sewing and making things I want to make…. I’m sure that’s the dream of many fellow sewers and quilters =^)
on May 23, 2011 at 1:56 pm Emily

I would love to be an interior designer! Of course I’d get to work with great fabrics all day long
on May 23, 2011 at 1:58 pm Kacey

Become a fabric designer, graphic designer, and exhibiting fine artist!
on May 23, 2011 at 2:42 pm Ashley

Beautiful fabric!! I would open a childrens book store and have storytime everyday. Have you ever seen Youve Got Mail. I want “The Shop Around the Corner”. Mommies could bring there crafts in during story time and get a free babysitter. Maybe a little section in the back just for the mommies. Oh to dream a little dream……;-)
on May 23, 2011 at 3:07 pm Jessie Hansen

I would love to sing. I can’t, but if I could I would. All the time. Wait, I do all the time, I just fail miserably. OK, I would do it in public all the time, how’s that?
on May 23, 2011 at 3:27 pm Erin

I would become a financial planner and work with farmers and low-income individuals to help them make the most of their limited resources.

Not craft-related I know, but I’d be doing lots of sewing as well.

Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 3:33 pm Dell

I would study to be a graphic designer.
on May 23, 2011 at 3:51 pm Elizabeth McDonald

Feel better! If I were sure I would not fail, I would learn how to use the camera sitting here on the table, start writing a quilt blog, begin submitting my sewing designs to quilt magazines, and come out with a line of my own patterns…sigh…
on May 23, 2011 at 3:52 pm Rachel

I would quit working, spend more time with my family and create beautiful crafty things.
on May 23, 2011 at 4:08 pm thebon

I would probably open a bakery.
on May 23, 2011 at 4:15 pm Lauren

I would love to live off the land. Have my own farm, and be able to cook really well.
Oh we can dream.
Lauren
on May 23, 2011 at 4:23 pm Megan

If I had time + money and would not fail, I would open a joint yarn and coffee shop. Thanks for the sweet giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 4:36 pm Catherine

If I didn’t think I’d fail, I’d write a fiction book. I’ve always wanted to be an author.

Thanks for the chance!
on May 23, 2011 at 4:37 pm Pamela S.

Hmmm, that’s an interesting question. I started a business and six years later, it’s doing well. I guess that was my leap of faith. Wow, I am really going to be thinking about what else I would do. Thanks for making me a reason to reflect and for such an awesome prize.

pstaveley(at)roadrunner(dot)com
on May 23, 2011 at 4:50 pm aelysium

I’d finish writing my novel and send it off to some publishers. Right now I’m at the ‘no one is ever going to want to read this!’ stage.
Thanks for the awesome giveaway, I love the pack that you chose.
on May 23, 2011 at 5:02 pm Susan

I don’t mean to be a copycat, but I would do the same as you! Open my own quilt/fabric shop!
on May 23, 2011 at 5:05 pm Skooks

I would open my own Etsy. I will likely do that anyway, but I think that it would be helpful to know up front that it would be a colossal success! LOL.

skooksplayground[at]gmail[dot]com
on May 23, 2011 at 5:11 pm edeenut creates

If I wouldn’t fail, I would also open a shop like you. But not so much fabric but a lot of sewing classes and machines to sell.
on May 23, 2011 at 5:14 pm KC

I have no idea what I would do if I couldn’t fail. I think I’d tell my personal testimony to people Cliche but hey, it’s a Christian teen thing.

That or start a pole vault club. (Well, and if money weren’t an option…)

bunnygrrl_61793(at)hotmail(dot)com

side note…bunnies used to be my favorite animals (so much so that my nickname WAS bunnygirl as a little kid) so bunnyhill fabric would be right up my alley and ironic.
on May 23, 2011 at 5:30 pm Joy

Move to the west coast and open a store that sold doughnuts, pie, coffee, and craft stuff. And I would make craft stuff and sell it and it would be fabulous.
on May 23, 2011 at 5:30 pm Elisa

Write a show for broadway and headline one of the roles.
on May 23, 2011 at 5:44 pm Deborah in Atlanta

I’d become an airline pilot. I think that would be totally awesome. But ha, it won’t ever happen. But wouldn’t it be awesome if it COULD happen????
on May 23, 2011 at 5:48 pm leigh7911

I’d possibly consider having another kid.
on May 23, 2011 at 5:50 pm Limor

That’s a really tough question. Probably go back to school for my masters and PhD.

limor477 at aol dot com
on May 23, 2011 at 5:50 pm Kristy - Hopeful Threads

Love your crafty hang out idea! Love this giveaway too!

Honestly, I’m living my dream right now….just wish I had more time!
on May 23, 2011 at 5:55 pm Cherie

Funny, I pulled my back out also. I’d open my own Etsy shop. Put together kits for people like me who spend more on obtaining all the supplies than what it would cost to put together.
on May 23, 2011 at 5:56 pm bonnie

I would open a cupcake shop and a quilt shop, as I love both and I have daughters who like one or the other…I could just bounce between the two stores..
on May 23, 2011 at 6:06 pm Kate

Easy, I’d get the heck out of Dodge and buy a small farm.
on May 23, 2011 at 6:08 pm Adriane M

I would open a fabric shop with an amazing classroom and get the best instructors from all over the country to teach classes. I would love to be able to do what I love every day and make a career out of it.
on May 23, 2011 at 6:14 pm Sarah C.

I would love to open a quilt shop/antique store/cafe where people would come to hang out, learn to quilt, share skills, etc. That would be so awesome!!
on May 23, 2011 at 6:15 pm Lyanna L

If I knew I wouldn’t fail I would open my own business – quilt patterns and designing my own fabric. I also would go back to school for a phd…not really related but there you have it.

Awesome giveaway btw, I really hope I win!

Lyanna
on May 23, 2011 at 6:18 pm Mare

I would finish my degree and open a psychology practice that was free for battered women and children.
on May 23, 2011 at 6:26 pm Patty D from NC

Water ski Always looks like fun.
on May 23, 2011 at 6:33 pm Colleen

I’d go back to school to learn fashion design / tailoring. Classic styles, Iconic images…HMMMM Ann Taylor here I come!
on May 23, 2011 at 6:33 pm Kendra (missknitta)

If I were certain I wouldn’t fail, I would become a fabric designer, too (I’m already a knitwear designer)! Thanks so much for this wonderful giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 6:50 pm Joanna

I would like to be a tour guide in a museum or historic mansion. And if it were a quilt museum, it would be even better. Wonderful giveaway. Thank you for the chance.
on May 23, 2011 at 6:55 pm Debbie St.Germain

If I had the money, I would buy a big old home with land on a pond or lake and open a shop and retreat inn, that would be my dream.

Debbie
on May 23, 2011 at 6:56 pm Antonia

I would write novels, copy edit, and restore photos Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 6:59 pm Nancy Sue

Wow, what a great question Finally get to win a game of scrabble against my hubby!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:06 pm Kristi F.

Enter lots of giveaways!
mindfulhome at gmail dot com
on May 23, 2011 at 7:07 pm Tara

I would open a brick and mortar wedding gown shop and clothing shop. With my own designs.
tara(at)thedress(dot)net
on May 23, 2011 at 7:12 pm Megan P.

I love love love Lily and Will!!! I would sew quilts and bags and other things and sell them. Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:13 pm jmniffer

Great giveaway! Love the look of that fabric. If I couldn’t fail I would move to the lakeshore and spend my days quietly crafting to my hearts content. Thanks for a chance at your giveaway.
jmniffer at comcast dot net
on May 23, 2011 at 7:17 pm hilaryshort

Hey, your dream is my dream, too! Maybe we should open an imaginary yarn/fabric cafe together?

Love the Lily & Will fabric – thanks!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:27 pm Annabel

Tricky question! I would finish my thesis and start working in research and development. In fact, that _is_ what I’ll do! Thanks for the giveaway and the motivation
on May 23, 2011 at 7:30 pm Ellen

This is a fun question. If I knew it wouldn’t fail I would open a bakery or a cafe/ tea shop. I love to bake and feed people.

emgilley(at)hotmail(dot)com
on May 23, 2011 at 7:32 pm Jenna H.

I think a book store/gaming center – something both my husband and I would love to do.
Thanks for the giveaway!
jmhamlin826 AT yahoo DOT com
on May 23, 2011 at 7:33 pm Michele

I’ve been unemployed for over a year, so I’ve been thinking of going back to school. I’d go for a degree if I knew I wouldn’t fail (it’s so scary to go back to school after all these years!)

Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:37 pm Sharon

On a light note, I would tackle free motion quilting! Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:37 pm Erica

I would go into a PhD program and actually finish it. That’s a scary idea since I have two kids and my husband works all of the time!
on May 23, 2011 at 7:55 pm Emily

I’m learning to free motion quilt. It’s been frustrating but I’m getting there…
on May 23, 2011 at 8:03 pm Emily

I would go to grad school. Right now it’s too hard to consider between the finances and family! I might also open a homeless shelter in my neighborhood. Thanks for a great giveaway.
on May 23, 2011 at 8:07 pm Melissa Corry

If I were certain I wouldn’t fail I would invest I love Lily and Will!!!!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:14 pm SewSara

if i knew i wouldn’t fail, i would LOVE to design fabric or write a book!!

i hope i win! i went to market, too, and it was SO fun!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:20 pm BA

Open a cupcake shop!!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:22 pm Jillian McGregor

I would make my own clothes. too scared to even try now. thanks!!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:30 pm moira

Hmm… I guess I’d try singing some karaoke? Now if I had unlimited funds to go along with not failing, I’d start a crafty school!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:31 pm pianomama

I would teach fabric arts to girls so that the crafts don’t die out – I’d love to offer some sort of a school or place to teach needlework!
on May 23, 2011 at 8:37 pm Miss Mary

HA! I’m actually doing this right now–going from being a teacher to getting a Ph D in neuroscience! Hello, world-changing! I’ve never attempted something so massive EVER but I’m finally at the place where I feel like I WON’T fail if I try Two more weeks of teaching, then BAM! Hittin’ the ground running! Thank GOD! (Literally!)
on May 23, 2011 at 8:41 pm seashoreknits

so glad to have found your blog!
Your fabric is lovely.

I would sail around the world. for sure.
on May 23, 2011 at 8:52 pm Leslie

I would get my Ph.D. and then just sew every day!
on May 23, 2011 at 9:05 pm Jessica H

If I couldn’t fail I’d become a pattern and fabric designer.
on May 23, 2011 at 9:06 pm beth

I would go back to college and get a degree
Thanks for the chance! Smiles~Beth
on May 23, 2011 at 9:19 pm Sallie

I’d buy a sports team. Lily and Will II is my favorite line of fabric. I love the sweet bunny! Thanks for the BEST giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 9:24 pm mindie

If I knew I couldn’t fail…I would buy a lottery ticket. lol

bsyb100 at gmail dot com
on May 23, 2011 at 9:25 pm Missy

If I wouldn’t fail, I’d open a restaurant. It’s a dream!
on May 23, 2011 at 9:31 pm Susan Entwistle

Great giveaway and great question. I would most definitely retire early and become a longarm quilter. Thanks for the fun!
on May 23, 2011 at 9:35 pm johnkarinkw

I’d audition on Broadway. (Once I got the part I’d have to figure out what to do with my husband and kids in Kansas!)
on May 23, 2011 at 9:52 pm bess

i’d open a craft/fabric/antique/vintage shop with a few friends. it would be charming and quaint and inspiring.

great giveaway!
on May 23, 2011 at 10:19 pm Renee G

If I could succeed at anything — I’d love to write a book.
rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com
on May 23, 2011 at 10:23 pm Ladybug

I would cure cancer. I work in oncology and would happily put myself out of work to find a cure.
on May 23, 2011 at 11:08 pm Sunni @Love Affair with my Brother

I am so selfish for saying this… Hello! Lotto Ticket!
Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 12:07 am Katie

If I couldn’t fail (and there wasn’t an overabundance of them in my area) I’d open a photography studio.
on May 24, 2011 at 12:51 am Pat V.

If I knew I could not fail, I’d start a longarm business! Thanks for this giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 1:54 am Viveca

If I knew I couldn’t fail I would open an art center. We would have supplies, classes, studios to rent and shows. It would be a place where kids could go and be safe and creative. That was a great question….got me thinking.
on May 24, 2011 at 3:47 am LisaT

Id love to get into the quilting/fabric business in some fashion. Thats be awesome to participate in the Market, yes?
on May 24, 2011 at 3:57 am Lara

I would paint and paint and paint and people would magically buy them without me having to even think about the business aspect of the deal
on May 24, 2011 at 4:55 am Mom C

I would sing professionally and be a motivational speaker.
bc(underscore)hats(at)hotmail(dot)com
on May 24, 2011 at 5:27 am susan

Is 30-something too old to still be dreaming of becoming a ballerina?! Okay, if not ballet then I would love to open a yarn store. Thanks for the chance at such a great giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 5:35 am KT

I would open a crafting studio for kids–a place for kids to come and create. Thanks for the chance to win!
on May 24, 2011 at 5:37 am Amber

Definitely start my own fabric shop. I’d like an online shop and a big studio so I could work from home. And be surrounded by fabric I love, of course!
on May 24, 2011 at 5:56 am marisol

I would open up my own shop and/or a work studio for my recycled crayons.. insidead of working at home
on May 24, 2011 at 6:14 am supermom

There are a couple of things that I’d do if I knew that I absolutely couldn’t fail. First, I’d finish writing my novel. I think that fear of failure is probably one of the things that is keeping me from just getting it written.

The second thing I’d do is get the patterns I’ve created turned into PDFs and start selling them.
on May 24, 2011 at 6:26 am Victoria

I would apply to be on Project Runway and get a Tim Gunn fix.
on May 24, 2011 at 6:42 am Brigette

I would turn my whole front yard into a garden that was both decorative and produce vegetable, herbs, and fruit. Since it was guaranteed to not fail that means I would have time for it, it would survive the harsh TN summers, my husband wouldn’t think that we looked like crazy people, and my neighbors wouldn’t think we looked like crazy people!
on May 24, 2011 at 6:49 am sentmans

I would write children’s books!! Thanks for the giveaway! I so want this fabric for a baby quilt I need to make for a bunny-lover!!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:17 am territhegirl

I would love to be a writer. To have words flow out effortlessly onto paper would be great! I would also love to open a quilt shop. Ahhh, to dream…
on May 24, 2011 at 7:26 am Melanie T

Become a dietician. Thanks for the chance! thurbs8(at)yahoo(dot)com.
on May 24, 2011 at 7:26 am Deb

I would start an etsy shop. I’ve been kicking around the idea for a couple of years now…it’s stilly, but I’m scared. Maybe someday! Thanks for the chance…great giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:29 am Liz

Sky dive!

I just don’t wanna die.
on May 24, 2011 at 7:41 am stephanie

Have a lifestyle were my family could be together always and helping others at the same time.
on May 24, 2011 at 7:42 am Amy

I would finally develop and manufacture the two inventions that have been floating around in my head for a couple years. Thanks for the chance to win such pretty fabric!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:50 am EFY

If failure isn’t an option, I’d have a place filled with beautiful ideas/inspirations and teach, teach, teach others how to replicate them in their lives. Blessings
on May 24, 2011 at 7:57 am Melinda

i would move to another country to live.
on May 24, 2011 at 8:09 am Jingle

I would open an art store for mixed media, rubber stamping, and paper crafting complete with classes and a work area to be used by customers whenever they need it! *sigh*
on May 24, 2011 at 8:13 am Dana

I’ve been dreaming of a quilt shop for a while now. The closest one was an hour away and just closed it’s doors. I can’t think of anything better than being surrounded by fabric and quilters.
on May 24, 2011 at 8:33 am Fran M

I would do nothing but create and teach others to create. Lovely fabric, thanks for the giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 8:45 am Alicia

I want to get a job in my field. This economy sucks. I have lost the will to try anymore. So if I knew I couldn’t fail, I might have the courage to keep trying
on May 24, 2011 at 8:53 am amorette

i would start making and selling quilts and softies for kids online, because it is so fun to do, but the amount of capital and work intimidates me!

asdrexler at gmail dot com
on May 24, 2011 at 9:05 am Megan

If I was sure I wouldn’t fail, I would open a bakery!! I’m a scientist, so that’d be a pretty big jump.
- on May 24, 2011 at 2:24 pm Elle
  
  One of my favorite baking blogs is by a scientist – http://notsohumblepie.blogspot.com/ – so…you never know!
on May 24, 2011 at 9:12 am Christie S.

Oh, you a great idea. I’d love to have a place to hang out and visit with people interested in the same things as I. I’d love to have a place to have children come and learn to sew.
on May 24, 2011 at 9:38 am Page

I’d be an author. But I really want to be the best mom I can to my children. Thank you for a great giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 9:42 am literacy-chic

Glad to find your blog! If I knew I wouldn’t fail, I would help my mom set up a shop where she could sell her paintings, handpainted furniture, and all of the other wonderful things that she creates.
on May 24, 2011 at 9:47 am Debbie

oh my gosh – your wish is my wish!! really!!!! good luck to you-hope your wishes come true. and hope I win your give-a-way
on May 24, 2011 at 9:51 am Jessica

I would build an orphanage in Russia that would love on the children who lived there and teach them not only important school lessons, but also how to be a productive part of society! That’s my dream! Thanks a lot!
on May 24, 2011 at 9:52 am jennifer H

I would become a doctor, own my own practice, and help my family members get out debt. I am scared of this so I am settling for becoming a Physician Assistant….2014 class here I come! ….I should still make some money to help out my family though

LOVE the fabric

jennifer(dot)holmes(at)rbc(dot)com
on May 24, 2011 at 9:58 am Anne S

I would become a midwife. Thanls for the chance to win!!

grokgrace (at) hotmail (dot) com
on May 24, 2011 at 10:06 am laura

What a great question. I would homeschool. I”m a teacher by training and am terrified at being in charge of my own kids’ school!
on May 24, 2011 at 10:06 am Jen B

I’d become a photographer.
on May 24, 2011 at 10:34 am Greta

I would write a book. I’ve always wanted to but I’ve always been too chicken to actually try. Thanks for a chance to win some great fabric. I know exactly what I would do with this if I won so crossing my fingers and toes.
on May 24, 2011 at 10:36 am Rae

I’d open my own shop too. Maybe cloth diapers though, not sure.
on May 24, 2011 at 10:50 am Katie

I would like to make and sell my stuff, rather than having to go back to work after having two kiddies.
on May 24, 2011 at 10:55 am jenny

i would train for a triathlon!
i used to be in such good shape when i wasyounger…now 2 kids later…not so much.
thanks for making me think Cathy!
on May 24, 2011 at 10:57 am Rebekah

If I was certain I wouldn’t fail, I would try out for American Idol or some other talent vocal show. And then of course sew my wardrobe. lol
on May 24, 2011 at 10:57 am Melody J

I’d start a dessert shop later in life.
on May 24, 2011 at 11:10 am sarah

I’ve had my eye on this fabric! Hmmm… if I was sure I wouldn’t fail I might pursue a business with photography…
on May 24, 2011 at 11:20 am Michelle Z

I like you would have a fabric/yarn shop. I didn’t think of the coffee piece, but that would be really nice. Would have to make is coffee and bakery….yummmmm!!!! A dream come true, but way too afraid to take the chance.

http://sosewsomething.com/2011/04/26/tissue-pouch-tutorial-part-of-the-gifts-under-5-15-minutes-series/
on May 24, 2011 at 11:32 am Amber Murray

I would open a fabric shop and start a charity for single moms. thanks for the giveaway.
on May 24, 2011 at 11:46 am Penny G

If I were certain I wouldn’t fail, I would open a photography business and shoot people in various outdoor scenarios.
on May 24, 2011 at 11:56 am Jackie W.

If i wouldn’t fail I would love to open a book store. I would love to be surrounded by books all day long.
on May 24, 2011 at 11:56 am Lindsay

Move somewhere exciting! I love yours though–opening a crafty shop!
on May 24, 2011 at 11:59 am Laura

similar dream except I would open a bookstore
on May 24, 2011 at 12:05 pm Melissa

I would open my own business of some sort, something my husband and I could do together and be successful enough to travel and fund all of my hobbies.
on May 24, 2011 at 12:20 pm Tara

I would open a store that sold quilts and other handmade goodies.
on May 24, 2011 at 12:34 pm Jacy

make a quilt big enough to fit a bed!
Thanks for the giveaway.
jacy468 at aim dot com
on May 24, 2011 at 12:35 pm keri

Skydive!
on May 24, 2011 at 12:43 pm krystina

I’d open a community center for kids with special needs.
- on May 24, 2011 at 12:49 pm Cathy A.
  
  What a wonderful idea! I’d bring my son!! It’s so hard to find recreational activities for him sometimes!
  
  Thanks, Cathy
on May 24, 2011 at 1:09 pm Wendy

If I knew I wouldn’t fail, I’d start an orchestra here in the valley and really get it going. I’d be the founding conductor.

I love to dream!

Thanks for the chance!
Wendy
on May 24, 2011 at 1:19 pm delia

Hmm, in the back of my mind, I’ve always wanted to open an ice cream or frozen yogurt store. Hope you’re feeling better!
on May 24, 2011 at 1:45 pm Robyn

I would make quilts and crafts full time and sell them. But I just can’t handle the pressure of having my livelyhood depend on other people’s taste in arts. Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 2:09 pm radiya

i would like to climb mt everest

thanks for the giveaway

radiyas(at)gmail(dot)com
on May 24, 2011 at 2:14 pm Binks

I love your shop idea. If I knew I wouldn’t fail I would want to make a really trendy boba shop that also doubled as an art space. A place where creative minds could just relax and enjoy the atmosphere. I just basically combined 2 of my favorite things!
on May 24, 2011 at 2:20 pm Elle

I’d have a bed and breakfast next door to my house with gorgeous quilts and all of the other soft furnishings made by me, and I’d cook fabulous breakfasts for my guests, then spend the rest of the day quilting and making awesome dinners for my fiancee (who would by that point be my hubby). We’d have space set up for artists’ retreats, and only nice people would stay with us! Ah…to dream!
on May 24, 2011 at 2:25 pm radiya

thanks for the giveaway

radiyas(at)gmail(dot)com
on May 24, 2011 at 2:26 pm Christina

I would open my own family counseling practice. Or, maybe just stay home to sew!!!
on May 24, 2011 at 2:35 pm Pam

Hello,
I like your dream of your own quilt shop, but I like the idea of buying a winning lottery ticket better. Then I would be able to quit my job, stay at home and sew, garden and watch my grandkids grow.
on May 24, 2011 at 2:37 pm Kris

I would be a chef in my own funky, midtown earthy restaurant. We would serve only local, organic food in a laid back atmosphere.

Thank you so much for making me remember my dream career!! And for the giveaway!!

Kris krisdavis8@aol.com
on May 24, 2011 at 3:06 pm Jocelyn

What a great giveaway! I’m with you about opening a quilt shop. Maybe a Quilt shop with a Tea Room attached. Thanks for participating in SMS Giveaway Day.
on May 24, 2011 at 3:13 pm Erin

If I were sure I wouldn’t fail, I would open a bakery and cafe in our town. We don’t have a “real” bakery here, and I know I rock at baking. I just don’t know if my dh and I have the money if it DID fail… that’s the only thing holding me back.

I am swooning over this giveaway. I love Lily and Will (I and II) but I can’t find it at a store near me. Thank you so much for the chance (and I hope your back is feeling better!).
on May 24, 2011 at 3:17 pm danette k ottosen

I would be a photographer.
on May 24, 2011 at 3:30 pm Erin

If I were certain I would not fail, I would become a paperback novelist
on May 24, 2011 at 3:35 pm Sarah J

I would go back to school for my master’s and phd…but not worried about failing in school, worried about failing at home with my 3 little boys. I only have once chance with them!
on May 24, 2011 at 3:46 pm crazylifewith3

I would probably start my own fabric store if I knew I wouldn’t fail. There are very few fabric/quilting stores here and none of them ever carry the lines of fabric that I’m looking for.
on May 24, 2011 at 3:48 pm Heidi

I would start my own little clothing shop for children with all my etsy stuff and stuff my friends make too.
I hope your back is feeling better!
Thanks for the chance.
on May 24, 2011 at 3:48 pm Ashley Golden

I would buy a top of the line Gammilll long arm and start a quilting business. I’m a nurse and I’d continue to do that VERY part time.
on May 24, 2011 at 3:55 pm Dorian

I, too, dream of a real quilt store…I love to bake, so would always have on hand fresh cookies and cinnamon rolls. A place to sit and read the newest mag. with coffee, or a place for the husband to sit and wait…sigh~ Thanks for a chance at winning a great prize.
on May 24, 2011 at 4:07 pm Stacy

I would say make a quilt, b/c I really have wanted too but just haven’t tackled it yet…Not that big of a deal, but one of the things I’d like to achieve. Having my own brick & mortar shop would be awesome too! Thanks so much!
on May 24, 2011 at 4:21 pm Jeanne Gwin

I would turn my home and barn into a quilting retreat. One that would have waiting lists to attend. And I would have all of you be my first guests. I would design fantastic pins for the memories and all my retreaters would return every year at the same time for years and years!! I would add barn buildings for classrooms and I would have them all equipped with top of the line sewing machines, irons, quilting machines and only the best teachers, pattern designers, and all of you would be part of it.
- on May 24, 2011 at 4:29 pm Cathy A.
  
  That sounds like so much fun! Sign me up!!
  
  Thanks, Cathy
on May 24, 2011 at 4:57 pm Natalie J

I would open a craft school where people could come and learn how to make anything they want. I’d probably have a yarn/fabric shop attached too.
on May 24, 2011 at 4:59 pm Melanie

I’d love to have my own line of fabric and be able to spend lots of time creating new patterns and techniques.
on May 24, 2011 at 5:04 pm Kate

I would love to paint. and design fabric. Or open a quilt retreat center. Oh… the possibilities!
on May 24, 2011 at 5:24 pm Pat in Washington

I would open a bookstore – with new books and used books. I already have the requisite Bookstore Cat, Tigger. He LOVES used books and any time I bring a book home from Goodwill or a used book store he sniffs and sniffs and sniffs it. He would be a good Bookstore Cat.
on May 24, 2011 at 5:31 pm aprilinautumn

I would buy a house near my family so I have someplace to come home to, buy a caravan and make a living doing something that I don’t have to be in one place for. Then, I’d just travel all over, staying in different cities for weeks at a time. I’d let people paint on the caravan and it would be totally groovy.
on May 24, 2011 at 5:36 pm heaven

I would be an archaeologist or a linguist if I felt like I could get a job close to home and still support myself!
on May 24, 2011 at 5:47 pm Rachael

Not as cool as you Cathy – but I’d buy a lottery ticket! I thought about it today. But that was as far as I got. In fact I’d buy tickets for all the different lotteries!
on May 24, 2011 at 5:50 pm Cecilia

I would also like to open a quilt store with a big classroom so that our weekly sit n sew group could meet there. Thanks for the giveaway.
on May 24, 2011 at 5:51 pm Becky M

I would open a quilt shop! I’m working on the plans fail or no fail!
on May 24, 2011 at 5:53 pm Diane

I would start a long arm quilting business!
on May 24, 2011 at 6:20 pm Sue Goodin

I also would open a quilt shop. I already have the name and all of the decor ect…. Just wish I had the $$$$
on May 24, 2011 at 6:37 pm Laura R.

What a wonderfully crafty idea! I’d visit your shop/coffee hang-out all the time. I’ve always wanted to do something similar with a bookstore/writing room/coffee shop vibe. Sigh. It’s fun to dream. Thanks!
on May 24, 2011 at 6:43 pm chancy

I think I too would open a craft store, both yarn and fabric. Either that or become a chemist or forensic investigator.
on May 24, 2011 at 6:52 pm Susan C.

I would love to be a professional student. I’d love to take classes based on my current whims and learn all sorts of new things!
on May 24, 2011 at 6:52 pm Heather K

I’d write the novel that’s been brewing in my head.
on May 24, 2011 at 6:56 pm Bethany

if I knew that I would’t fail…I would love to take an older home on a main road and make it into a place for redone furniture and retro/vintage finds……with a little bakery in it and a patio with little table and chairs!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:00 pm Sandy A in St. Louis

Wow what a question! I’d love to go back to school and get either my master’s degree or my CEBS. It has been way too long since I was in a classroom (other than for quilting classes that is!)

Thanks for the chance to win!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:05 pm joy niehaus

hmmmm so many things I would do. Probably either go to seminary, or write a book. Love the question. Makes me think!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:14 pm Rachael

I would go back to school… and get started on a quilt!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:19 pm Rachel D

I would open my own private investigation firm.

Hope your back is feeling better!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:20 pm Jansie

I would be in the movies.
Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 7:32 pm Anna McD

Thanks for a chance to win! I would open a restaurant with my son.
on May 24, 2011 at 7:51 pm Margaret

I would open a bakery/cafe in my neighborhood, but hte re are already so many.
on May 24, 2011 at 7:55 pm domestic diva

Lovely! Thanks for the chance.
I think I’m doing it: I’d be a mom.
on May 24, 2011 at 8:16 pm monica

If I knew I couldn’t fail, I would take ballet!
on May 24, 2011 at 8:25 pm jessica

If I couldn’t fail, I would be an Olympian in the marathon. What a fabulous question! Hope your back feels better!
on May 24, 2011 at 8:36 pm Meagan

I would become a professional singer
on May 24, 2011 at 8:37 pm Renee E.

Try to have another baby. I have had many pregnancies and only one child. I am happy with one.
on May 24, 2011 at 8:41 pm ohangelina

i would h ave a million kids and homeschool them all. i would have an organic farm and a craft shop on the side and extend it to all who would enter, free of charge, in the hopes that i would be rich or wealthilly sponsored. following you now !x
on May 24, 2011 at 8:42 pm LeAndrea

I would love to design fabric! I hope your back is better soon!

Thank you for the giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 8:51 pm Christina

I would open a bakery/coffee shop that would be peanut/nut free and allergy friendly.
on May 24, 2011 at 8:55 pm tolmema

if i knew i wouldn’t fail, i would totally open a fabric shop, or just craft full-time!

does full-time travelling count as something i would do if i couldn’t fail, and by fail i mean run out of money? cos that’s the obvious choice if so
on May 24, 2011 at 9:00 pm Amber

Looks like lots of us are thinking the same way! I would try to design my own quilt patterns.
on May 24, 2011 at 9:01 pm Jenny Scott

Great giveaway! If I knew I couldn’t fail I’d travel to Africa and open an orphanage, orphans have always had a huge piece of my heart, so much so that my husband and i are trying to raise the money to adopt. Anyhoo, thanks for the chance to win!
okiedokiemama at yahoo dot com
on May 24, 2011 at 9:03 pm Mennikelly

Does buying a winning lottery ticket count?
on May 24, 2011 at 9:12 pm Jen

Awesome question! I would write a book. Tons of books. Budget, Recipes, Quilt fiction, and a self-help motivational book. Then I would become a FMQer. Ahhh…the life.

Awesome giveaway! Thanks so much!
on May 24, 2011 at 9:19 pm Lauria

I think if I knew I couldn’t fail, I’d do exactly what I’m doing – being a stage manager! Success and failure are so subjective, it’s hard to know what I wouldn’t do. I know I’m taking a risk working in theatre and I know that it might not last forever, but it brings my happiness!!

Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 9:24 pm Theresa

I would love to travel around the world and enjoy the beauty of different cultures.
on May 24, 2011 at 9:29 pm Sarah

What classy fabrics! Love it!
on May 24, 2011 at 9:34 pm dearmrsreese

That’s hard to say. I really don’t mind failing. I can’t think of anything that I would not try for fear of failing. The only thing I can possibly think of is to buy a lottery ticket! The odds really are so bad that I won’t even waste a dollar on a ticket, but if I was certain that I wouldn’t fail, well that’s a no brainer!
on May 24, 2011 at 9:37 pm Sarah

Wow, that’s a great question. I’d start a non-profit land development company to do low income housing projects. Thanks for the chance to win.
on May 24, 2011 at 9:42 pm Ramona

If I couldn’t fail, I would take lots of craft classes and teach sewing to kids.
on May 24, 2011 at 9:57 pm Kathy

Beautiful fabrics, thanks for the chance to win! Wow, if I couldn’t fail, I might as well dream big. I’d find a cure for cancer and use any money I earned from that to alleviate poverty and suffering in the third world.
on May 24, 2011 at 9:57 pm Katherine

I would open an automata museum and workshop.
on May 24, 2011 at 10:00 pm ashley

I would outsource some of the sewing portion of my little clothing business if I knew it would be worth the risk and that it wouldn’t fail! With baby three coming soon, I find myself struggling with the decision to close up shop and just focus on family or to try to juggle both… I adore those fabrics! We didn’t find out the gender of this little one so that color palette would be so perfect!!
on May 24, 2011 at 10:22 pm PEGGY

I would so hang out at your shop and take the classes! What a great dream! I myself would open a scrapbooking store with a childcare attached on one side and a chocolate shop on the other!
on May 24, 2011 at 10:26 pm Katie

Wow! You and I have the same dream! My husband and I have always talked about opening a knitting/book store with a coffee shop and lounge. And now that I’ve caught the sewing bug, I might have to add in fabric too. aahhhh…I love dreaming. katiefewell(at)gmail(dot)com
on May 24, 2011 at 10:42 pm susan

I’m new to this whole blogging thing so this giveaway event has been a great opportunity for me to find great sites like this. And that charm pack is lovely. “If I knew it wouldn’t fail” I would love to open a crafting center where crafters could gather, chat, inspire and create. Attached would be a consignment shop for those crafters to sell their goods in a perpetual craft show environment. Many thanks!! And I hope your back feels better.
on May 24, 2011 at 10:45 pm nadila

I would like to be a fabric designer and open a shop with a place that all quilter can hang out and next to the shop, my own pastry shop with the best pastry and coffee.
mageenadilah(at)gmail(dot)com
on May 24, 2011 at 10:49 pm Serena

Wow, what an interesting question. I think a more appropriate one, for me, would be “What WOULDN’T I do?” I’d sing and paint and dance and climb Mt. Everest (well, maybe not–too cold). OK, I think I know: I’d open a bakery. I love to bake. And a yarn shop, since I love to knit. I can do both since I won’t fail, right? Thank you for the lovely giveaway!
on May 24, 2011 at 10:59 pm Kristie

If I was certain I wouldn’t fail, I’d try to open my own craft class/shop venue. I’d love to craft for a living and to share my love of crafting. kristie_keely(at)yahoo(d0t)com
on May 24, 2011 at 11:34 pm Shana Putnam

I would be a child psychologist. I wouldn’t want to fail there.
on May 25, 2011 at 12:40 am ElfRenee

I would work and instead work at home, for myself.
on May 25, 2011 at 1:38 am Evelene Sterling

I would become a Landscape Architect and work from home.
bimbi9 at verizon dot net
Thanks for a chance to win
on May 25, 2011 at 2:45 am Sarah W

hmm. If I wouldn’t fail, I would write out my patterns.
on May 25, 2011 at 3:40 am krissa

Great giveaway! I too would open a brick and mortar store!

craftsinbloom at gmail dot com
on May 25, 2011 at 4:14 am cheri

Buy a lottery ticket. Then, my family and I can travel all year long!
on May 25, 2011 at 6:23 am Sadie Metter

I would also open a store, probably along the lines of a small Anthro with vintage finds, imported items and art and amazing handmade clothing, etc.
on May 25, 2011 at 6:46 am Nicole C

If I knew I wouldn’t fail, I’d open a donut shop. I love donuts and coffee Thanks for the great giveaway. I hope your back feels better!
on May 25, 2011 at 6:56 am Andreina

I would love to see my creations being sold at major stores!
bunchofbees at gmail dot com
on May 25, 2011 at 7:02 am Em Komiskey

I say go for it and open your shop! Do not be afraid of failure. When you look back, you won’t regret that you tried it, you might regret that you didn’t!!

As for me, fear of failure doesn’t really keep me from doing something, it’s more lack of time and/or money!
on May 25, 2011 at 7:03 am Taleah

I’d launch my photography business!
on May 25, 2011 at 8:05 am Liz

Don’t be afarid of failure. Dream big about your shop, but also, go out and do it. I am switching careers from engineering to teaching. Scary, but worth it for my sanity. Good luck!
on May 25, 2011 at 8:24 am Tessa

I would open up a shop of vintage craft supplies!
on May 25, 2011 at 8:31 am Deserae Fiedler

I would open a fabric store and learn how to long arm quilt!
on May 25, 2011 at 8:39 am Alli

I would open a bookstore!
on May 25, 2011 at 8:41 am faithandfamily

Love that beautiful fabric!

Hmmmmm…..I guess, if I knew I wouldn’t fail, I would try knitting again.

addyforrest(at)gmail(dot)com
on May 25, 2011 at 8:42 am Willa

Design patterns and fabrics
on May 25, 2011 at 8:44 am Fran

A small arts & crafts gallery ……it would blend
the best of both & make people smile !

Love those fabrics….thanks for the giveaway !
Just perfect for a baby quilt.
on May 25, 2011 at 8:48 am Steph

There are so many things I would do if I knew I couldn’t fail. (I’m a bit timid & not very adventurous!) I would own a fabric/craft shop. I would write a children’s book. I would do something to help those in need and make a big impact in their lives–but I don’t even know what that would be. Thanks for the giveaway–it would make a beautiful baby blanket!
on May 25, 2011 at 8:51 am Leigh

I would copy your exact idea, but in the interest of being creative I’ll give you my next best choice- I’d love to have a little farmette. Some chickens, goats, a cow or two… Maybe some sheep for wool. Our own organic vegetable garden and lots of wildflowers. Heaven.
on May 25, 2011 at 8:53 am Lori

Such a generous giveaway! Thanks for the chance! If I were certain I wouldn’t fail, I’d swim the English Chanel, or compete in an Iron Man, or some other thing like that which I could brag about the rest of my life.
on May 25, 2011 at 8:57 am Laura Beech

I would open a book store tomorrow and it would be totally awesome!
on May 25, 2011 at 9:00 am Anne

I would start my own machine-quilting business.
on May 25, 2011 at 9:13 am Jodie

If I was certain I wouldn’t fail… I would open my own bakery, I LOVE to bake, cakes, cookies, breads, you name it I bake it.
on May 25, 2011 at 9:15 am Carly

I would open a brick & mortar shop selling fabric on one side and cupcakes on the other side of the shop– hope your back feels better– thank you for the giveaway.
on May 25, 2011 at 9:43 am Anita

I would go to college. It’s something I didn’t do and regret…now I’m afraid I’m too dumb. I’ve been at home and doing practical jobs for 15 years…so school scares me. =( This actually makes me sad. =(

Anyway, thanks for a lovely giveaway!
on May 25, 2011 at 9:55 am ashley

I would move to Tokyo and start teaching

rascarborough (at) gmail (dot) com
on May 25, 2011 at 9:57 am Tia

I’d be a professional musician. I’d write songs. I would learn to master about 5 more instruments too!
on May 25, 2011 at 10:00 am Sharon @ A Prairie Sunrise

What a great dream! I hope you’re working towards it. I would want to be a pattern & fabric designer, but I’m not sure if I have the artistic talent to design fabric.
Thanks for the generous giveaway!
on May 25, 2011 at 10:05 am Delaina

I would start my own photography business! (and quit school!)
on May 25, 2011 at 10:18 am ChickadeeQuilts

OOOO! I rather like your idea! Can I open up one of yours in my region? lol But yeah. A fabric shop. I would love to own one. Hopefully I wouldn’t bankrupt myself buying all the fabric for myself!
on May 25, 2011 at 10:39 am Amy

Thanks for the giveaway opportunity. This one is fabulous! I love your shop idea. I think I’d learn to fight – like MMA. It’s so opposite of me, but I find it intriguing to be that powerful.
on May 25, 2011 at 10:43 am Candace Henderson

If I knew I would not fail I would Be much more social! Thanks for a great giveaway!
on May 25, 2011 at 10:51 am Pippa Gore

I’d love to open an antique/gift/handmade stuff kinda store! So fun! Thanks for sharing!
on May 25, 2011 at 11:00 am A Joyful Chaos

I would open a home away from home truck stop/ restaurant. Most truck stops are disgusting and I would love to have a nice one for all the people who keep this country running. If you stop and think everything we buy we have a trucker to thank for!

ajoyfulnoise (at) live (dot) com
on May 25, 2011 at 11:01 am Cindy

If I was certain I wouldn’t fail, I’d become a full time artist. I’d create things all day long, everything from making journals, outdoor yard art, and bags. Whatever I felt like making.

Thanks!
on May 25, 2011 at 11:06 am Crystal

If I knew I wouldn’t fail or anything…..I would open my own fabric store, be HUGE!! Have the lowest prices possible so that EVERYONE can have such the pretty fabric and afford it!! And then of course start my own pattern line!! That one might be a possibility….I am working on it….I definitely want to I just need to find my patterns that I want (create) and then start working on it!!
on May 25, 2011 at 11:34 am Sandi P.

I think I would start some sort of crafting business where I could have fun doing things I love and make a little money too.
on May 25, 2011 at 11:38 am Callie

Oh I’d love to come hang out at your fabric/coffee shop. Sounds heavenly.

If I could do anything though? I’d cure batten disease. End it. Eradicate it. Or just give Taylor the enzyme she needs so badly. http://www.taylorstale.com
on May 25, 2011 at 11:48 am Laura

I would have MILKING GOATS and a PONY!
on May 25, 2011 at 12:05 pm Mandy

I’d think I’d like to own a used bookstore with a coffee shop/bakery. Of course, I’m preparing to be a college professor so here’s hoping I don’t fail at that either!
on May 25, 2011 at 12:05 pm Kim

You must be reading my mind. If I wasn’t afraid to take the leap I would open a quilt/yarn shop with a smoothie bar and have some yummies treats to go with it. I might have a chance to do it but I am afraid.
on May 25, 2011 at 12:44 pm Lori B.

Terrific giveaway. I would quit my job and own a fabric / flower / girls boutique store.
on May 25, 2011 at 1:07 pm Melissa

I would open my own shops. I’d love to have a small soap shop, and a quilt shop. Thanks for the giveaway.
on May 25, 2011 at 1:07 pm Eleanor

I would open my own toy store! Strange, I know, but I love bringing children joy. Thanks for a chance to win!

eleanor(at)unfamiliarceiling(dot)com
on May 25, 2011 at 1:08 pm Lee

I would have more children.

Thanks for the giveaway! j-j-s AT juno DOT com
on May 25, 2011 at 1:26 pm aspenhill

Design fabric and patterns!
on May 25, 2011 at 1:27 pm Ashley

I would leave my day job and become a freelancer so that I could travel and visit my family whenever I wanted. Sigh.
on May 25, 2011 at 1:40 pm Maya

I would be a potter full time & I would have a child.
on May 25, 2011 at 1:53 pm Barbara C

Great giveaway. I’d go back to weaving and sell my creations for a great price.
on May 25, 2011 at 2:05 pm Sandy

I have a soft spot in my heart for animals so I would open a no kill animal shelter. Thanks for the giveaway!
on May 25, 2011 at 2:06 pm Lisa P

Thanks for the giveaway. I would love to take my small home business and turn it into something HUGE.
on May 25, 2011 at 2:11 pm Valerie

I would open an orphanage in Guatemala…or design quilt patterns – such different things! I would love to come hang out in your shop – it sounds great ! THanks for the chance!
on May 25, 2011 at 2:17 pm Audrey

I would open up a quilt shop and try to write a book! Your shop sounds lovely!
on May 25, 2011 at 2:20 pm Kimberly

With failure not possible, I would open a book store/ coffee shop. Two of my very favorite things. Or a sewing/ fabric center. My other favorite things.

Thanks for the giveaway, the fabrics are lovely!
on May 25, 2011 at 2:30 pm Barbara

I would quit my day job to be a stay at home mom to my 3 children, the part about failing the scares the crap out of me….failing to pay the mortgage.
on May 25, 2011 at 2:36 pm am12pm (Melissa)

I would open a fabric shop!
on May 25, 2011 at 3:02 pm Lisa

I would run for president, buy a lottery ticket, start a restaurant, and design clothes. Good thing I might fail at all of these, because I would need at least a 36 hour day with no need to sleep! Thanks for the chance to win. Off to sew, where I usually don’t fail!
on May 25, 2011 at 3:17 pm Krystal

I would buy that hobby farm in the country and raise organic fruit, veggies and livestock. And quilt.
on May 25, 2011 at 3:26 pm Mary

I would open a bakery/ice cream shop! Thanks for the chance to win some great fabric!
on May 25, 2011 at 3:28 pm Dawn

If I knew I wouldn’t fail, I would open a combo photography studio (for my husband)/quilting studio (for me) so we could both pursue what we really want to do (and get that long-arm quilting machine I want, LOL) Thanks!
on May 25, 2011 at 3:32 pm Melissa @ Love Affair With My Brother

If I knew I wouldn’t fail I would open my own quilting store. I would design and sell quilts. It is good to dream!
on May 25, 2011 at 3:46 pm Amanda

I would open my own chartered k-12. Have the best teachers, etc.
on May 25, 2011 at 4:50 pm Mama Lusco

I would train for a 1/2 marathon. Thanks for the giveaway! mamalusco at ortelco dot net
on May 25, 2011 at 5:21 pm Lesly

If I knew I wouldn’t fail I would open a women’s club – like the old-timey men’s clubs. Where women could come and relax and do crafting, with a spa attached. Ahhh……
- on May 25, 2011 at 5:46 pm Cathy A.
  
  That sounds like fun! I would join that club!!
  
  Thanks, Cathy >
on May 25, 2011 at 5:22 pm Tamara

I would sky dive. Failing in that instance would just be to finite!
on May 25, 2011 at 5:23 pm Jen H.

I would provide services that work with troubled families to help keep at risk children safely with their parents. Unfortunately the people who need the most help can’t afford to pay for it and there isn’t enough out there to help them. I use quilting as my release from not being able to help.
on May 25, 2011 at 5:36 pm meikjn

I would train to sing professionally at a place that would let me bring the kids. or I would sell the stuff I sew. (on a more than just a hobby scale)
on May 25, 2011 at 5:51 pm Laura

I would open a quilt and coffee shop where people can come with their projects/quilts and sit together with friends and family and quilt while having coffee.
on May 25, 2011 at 6:03 pm edamommy

Train as a chaplain, become a hospice nurse, start a band photography business – buy a great sewing machine and make quilts for everyone, including making them for the shelters near me. Great question!!

(dwan at digitalpark dot com)
on May 25, 2011 at 6:09 pm Lindsay F

I would open my own vet clinic.

lindsay dot forgette at gmail dot com
on May 25, 2011 at 6:21 pm Lydia

Oh wow, hard question. If I really knew I couldn’t fail? Share my faith and religion with everyone in the world and bring them to Christ.

lydia(dot)hirschi(at)gmail(dot)com
on May 25, 2011 at 6:29 pm Manda

If I knew, maybe run a marathon. I’ve always wanted to be one of “those” people.
on May 25, 2011 at 6:33 pm Sharleen

I would open a kids second hand clothing shop.
on May 25, 2011 at 6:38 pm duff

I’d become a novelist. I’ve always wanted to but don’t believe I’d be any good at it!
on May 25, 2011 at 6:44 pm Laura P

I would have gone to art school. I didn’t because I thought I wasn’t good enough, but I always loved it.
on May 25, 2011 at 7:10 pm Jada P.

If I couldn’t fail, I’d become a midwife. Instead, I’m becoming a nurse, and maybe someday will be working with moms and babies.
on May 25, 2011 at 7:27 pm Mary on Lake Pulaski

If I were certain I wouldn’t fail, I would try to teach some quilting classes at a local quilt shop.
on May 25, 2011 at 7:29 pm Henrietta

I’ve always dreamed of being a writer or photographer but lack the talent, If I wouldn’t fail that’s what I would do though!
on May 25, 2011 at 7:32 pm Cherie

Thanks for the chance to win. jjjcwebb [at] hotmail [dot] com
on May 25, 2011 at 7:44 pm erin

if i couldn’t fail? i would finally open my wellness center for adolescent girls.
on May 25, 2011 at 7:45 pm Valerie

I would be a photographer!
on May 25, 2011 at 7:59 pm Amanda

I would own a bakery/book store.
on May 25, 2011 at 8:12 pm Annie

I would start an arts collective where people could come together and produce art shows, plays, concerts, have access to resources, classes, workshops and just provide a general “one-stop” for artists to come in and work on what they love to do. I would also have a little bakery where I could bake cupcakes for everyone! Thanks for the awesome giveaway, and the great question!!
on May 25, 2011 at 8:18 pm Pamela

I would write a book!
on May 25, 2011 at 8:33 pm pam

If I was sure I couldn’t fail I would go back to school and become a ultrasound tech.
on May 25, 2011 at 8:38 pm Michelle C

I would go to grad school, if I knew it was a sure bet. Thanks for the chance to win!
mrsmchappell at gmail dot com
on May 25, 2011 at 8:40 pm shelley

what a great question – yours is the last blog i’m visiting in the giveaway and it is by far the best question for comment i’ve seen. i would, and am striving towards it, to be a children’s book writer…a wacky and fun one like dr. seuss or shel silverstein.
on May 25, 2011 at 9:10 pm Larissa

I’d have a brick & mortar soap shop, with an attached art studio so I could paint!

larissaesq at gmail dot com
on May 25, 2011 at 9:14 pm Kira

I would cut my own hair.
on May 25, 2011 at 9:17 pm rachel Trindle

i would take another stab at making a souffle.

Either that, or make a mariner’s compass quilt which requires 32 perfectly matched points and ridiculous 16 degree triangles.

R
on May 25, 2011 at 9:18 pm Anna

I would open my own bakery. I would call it Capital ‘C’ Bakery and use all of the recipes Ive created for different baked goods
on May 25, 2011 at 9:37 pm goldfishpollywog

I would write again. A few kind words stopped me, but I would once again, be published, raise my kiddo(s) and craft for my family & friends. Simple, but just what I want.
on May 25, 2011 at 9:52 pm Joyce Mosby

I am happy teaching. I have a happy life.
on May 25, 2011 at 10:09 pm Helen

Ballet dancer.
on May 25, 2011 at 10:49 pm Kim Aguilar

Oh gosh. So many dreams. So little time. I would write a few books and maybe try my hand at quilting for money!