We are so excited to announce the winners of December's Photo Contest! To learn more about what it takes to win, be sure to check out our blog on the contest details.
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Let’s see the winners
ByAnnie Top Voted
WINNER: Kristin D
PATTERN: Bowl Me Over
THEIR STORY: I purchased a summer pass from Pins and Needles in Middleburg hts, Ohio this past summer. Quilting_Elissa was my incredible teacher! I changed from totally frustrated to confident bag maker in 3 months. So glad I invested in myself!
WHAT WE LOVED: Annie had this to say, "Kristin's customized Bowl Me over (made in a class with Quilting Elissa) is fabulous! I love the shaped flap on the front as well as the added FPP border on the back.
Her comment that she was glad she invested in herself as perfect. Such a good way to look at the time commitment to a class.
WHAT THEY WON: $50 coupon to use on ByAnnie.com
Storyteller Award
WINNER: Leigha M @leigha.b.morgan
PATTERN: Case in Point
THEIR STORY:
I loved making this bag it took a little longer than anticipated with all the extra embellishments and details but I couldn’t be happier. Now I can ditch the old knitting needles case and knit in style!
I felt this fabric deserved to be made during the celebration of the upcoming jubilee year as commemorated by the pope during Christmas. I look forward to a year full of Jubilee!
WHAT THEY WON: $50 coupon to use on ByAnnie.com
Quilt Shop Highlight
WINNER: Quilt Direct
THEIR STORY: Here at Quilt Direct based in Devon, UK our students were delighted to be taught by our in-house bag expert Jo Masters to create the beautiful ByAnnie Payday wallet.
Using a variety of different fabrics and hardware, I hope you agree the class produced some amazing results - a very versatile and personalised bag fit for any occasion, not to mention perfect Christmas gifts for friends and family.
Many had never attempted a bag project before and left having learned new sewing skills in the process and the confidence to try new patterns at future classes we plan for 2025. Thank you ByAnnie for inspiring both Quilt Direct and our students alike!
WHAT THEY WON: $50 coupon to use on ByAnnie.com
WHERE IS THEIR SHOP: Devon, UK
WHERE YOU CAN FIND THEM ONLINE:
Website: https://quiltdirect.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/quiltdirecttavistock/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/QuiltDirect/
SewPINK
WINNER: Erika V
PATTERN: Bosom Buddy
THEIR STORY: I chose to make this bosom buddy for my friend who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer. The fabric is to remind her she has a special place in our hearts 💞
WHAT WE LOVED: Our team member Jacque had this to say, "What a great way to let her friend know that she is loved."
WHAT THEY WON: $15 coupon to use on ByAnnie.com
Honorable Mention
WINNER: Amy T @sewwhatbyamy
PATTERN: In the Mix
THEIR STORY: After planning our annual Sew Fun Christmas Celebration for our Quilty Friends Group, I wanted to add something new to my holiday home decor and what better than a byAnnie project.
In the Mix was the prefect addition. I was able to “whip” it up just in time for the party. I’m going to enjoy using it during the Christmas season year after year! ByAnnie for the win ….
WHAT WE LOVED: Our team member Elisa had this to say, " I like the In the Mix pattern a lot and think that it looks very cute in her kitchen with all her other Christmas baking supplies."
WHAT THEY WON: $15 coupon to use on ByAnnie.com
Honorable Mention
WINNER: Lauren S @lozzy_quilts
PATTERN: Zip It Up!
THEIR STORY: I made this bag for a work colleague for Christmas! We had previously discussed how much she had liked sesame street and I found the fabric at an op shop and I just knew I had to make her something with it!
I am lucky enough to get to work at a small local quilt shop and the owner travelled over to the international quilt market and got some copies of the new patterns, when she got back and I saw the updated zip it up pattern I just knew it would be perfect.
I really enjoyed making this pattern with some customizations and my colleague was really excited to receive it as a gift.
WHAT WE LOVED: Our team member Joe had this to say, " This gift was so thoughtful with the fabric choice and effort that went into making such a cute bag for a coworker. Way to be awesome keeping the workplace friendly."
WHAT THEY WON: $15 coupon to use on ByAnnie.com
Honorable Mention
WINNER: Robyne L @robyneleaney
PATTERN: Drop Zone
THEIR STORY: This is my first Drop Zone and I can tell it will be the first of many. I love it. I added the Sammie Messick binding hack along the zipper edge for added interest. This is a gift for a card making friend. I think she will love it because it's easy to take to classes and opens wide and flat making access a breeze.
WHAT WE LOVED: Annie had this to say, "Robyne did a beautiful job on the Drop Zone bags and I love how she photographed them from all angles. Great job!"
WHAT THEY WON: $15 coupon to use on ByAnnie.com
A special "thank you" to everyone who submitted to this photo contest. We had a wonderful time viewing submissions and reading your stories. We look forward to sharing as many of them as possible on our social media.
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December 2024 Photo Contest