Deploy that Fabric Blog Tour
October 8, 2011 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 32 Comments
Today I am excited to announce My Bragg bag is the next stop on the Deploy that Fabric blog tour!
Deploy that Fabric by Jen Eskridge is a wonderful new title from Stash books. For those not familiar with Jen Eskridge’s work- she is one of the first pattern developers for recycling/upcycling military uniforms. She also has helped mentor my own pattern making endeavors– she is an all around fabulous gal and very supportive of her fellow military spouses.
Jen is very talented and has been sewing for years. She publishes her quilting and sewing patterns with her own publishing company, ReannaLily Designs. Her newly released book is a fantastic addition to her growing company and I am very excited for her!
I also love that I got a sneak peek of the book and am proud to review it. Five golden stars, Jen!!Brillant!
She has 23 Sewing projects packed into this easy to use pattern book! From purses to quilts to stockings to home decor items– GENIUS!
For those who have a fear of cutting into their men or women’s uniform– don’t worry. Easy to use bright photos / diagrams show you the best way to “shred” those uniforms and make them usable pieces for a pattern.
Novice sewers to advanced quilters will appreciate the easy to read and follow instructions found in Deploy that Fabric. She has a section in the back of the book that walks you through step by step adding zipper pockets, making darts and even how to cut fabric on the grain-for those who are completely new to sewing
I recommend checking out the adorable and trendy Circle Purse pattern. It s a perfect addition to a night out on the town. 
This book comes at the perfect time for Christmas. Handmade gifts are best and who can resist the idea of your little girl or boy opening her presents in a stocking made from Mommy or Daddy’s uniform?
So now that you have read my gushing review, are you ready for some great news!?!?
Who wants to win a copy of Deploy that Fabric AND a Camo Quilt Eco Messenger Bag?
To ENTER:
Please make sure you like ReannaLily Designs on Facebook AND comment on this blog with what a military uniform means to you.
Winner will be chosen by random generator on Oct 13 and contacted via email to confirm shipping address. Prizes will be mailed by CT Publishing. My Bragg Bag is hosting and obtaining address of winner only. International winners will be emailed an e-book.
To increase your odds of winning this spectacular prize, please go visit these other blogs for more chances to win your own copy of the Deploy that Fabric patternbook and Camo Quilt Eco Messenger bag.
2011 Tour Dates
- Oct 1 Fat Quarter Shop
- Oct 2 Sew Mama Sew
- Oct 3 I Have a Notion
- Oct 4 Lilac Lane
- Oct 5 CampFollowerBags
- Oct 6 Fat Quarterly
- Oct 7 Tall Grass Prairie
- Oct 8 My Bragg Bag
- Oct 9 Quilt Dad
- Oct 10 Quilt Story
- Oct 11 Gen X Quilters
- Oct 12 Amy’s creative side
- Oct 13 Keepsake Quilting Blog
2500 Fan Celebration Winners….
July 12, 2011 | Filed Under Contests!!!! | 1 Comment
And the winners of the 2500 fan Celebration are:
Abby Katabby Kreations– Brittany Rees Kavanagh
Beaded Butterfly- Trisha Forester
Beybee Bows- Megan Peare
Beyond Top- Kelly Smith
Bleu Bird Design- Joy Matthews
Buzz Bee Design (ladybugs) – Raegan Ruggles Colburn
Buzz Bee Design (patriotic bow) – Hannah Spurling
Camo Chic Boutique – Stacey McNabb Bailey
Carly’s Homefront- Angela Rickman
Chelsea Heyer Scentsy- Chrystal Strandell
Clarks Creations – Ashlyn Patterson
Crochet Newborn Cap- Amber Aaliyahs Mommy Caviler
Dapper Dudes- Susan Davis-Foxworth
Designs by Janet D- Jessica Osborn
Happy Goose- Tara Burton
Henna Rose- Krystle Olson
It Works- Brittney Lightfoot
Itty Bitty- Jen Silva
Izzy B Design- Sara Combs Lesley
Jones Handmade Soap Co– Heather Smith
Krystals Krafties- Teresa Burnette
Lemonade Couture- Barbara Jamarillo
Lil Angels Tutus- Tyler Malcom
Little Bean Couture- Renee Duffield
Marie Addison Designs- Paula Giglia
Mark- Gisele Brosseau
Martinas Creative Cakes- Sarah Newland
Mm Baby- Sarah Desilets Littlefield
Mom Bow # 5 – Celia Mcnece
Momma Kitty United- Ellen Coffie
Pacify Me- Elena Wilson
RH Dreams- Nikita David
Scentsy- Tabitha Eddington
See Kales Kreations- Sarah Robinson
Simple Rose Pens- Heather Stevens
Skidd Wife Creations- Amy Craft
Tastefully Simple- Renee Duttfield
Tutu 4 You- Paula Shook Proffit
Twinkle Walls- Tiffany Calhoun
Under Construction Survival Bracelets- Meghanne Ball
Whimsical Creations- Robin Newkirk
Zaania- Ashley Pierson
** Chosen by random number generator.
**** Winners MUST be fans of the fan page & contact sponsor via business fan page or email within 48 hours. Sponsors must verify winners are fans and collect any necessary shipping fees from winner. My Bragg Bag is not responsible for collecting shipping and handling fees OR the delivery/condition of any winning product.
And the winners are……..
June 26, 2011 | Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment
Thank you so much to everyone who participated in the photo contest. We had excellent entries!!!! First place in each category receives a $50 gift certificate to My Bragg Bag. Second place will receive a $20 gift certificate. I will also give out 3 random participation awards from those who did not place. The participation award will be an ID holder.
ALL WINNERS MUST EMAIL mybraggbag@yahoo.com TO MAKE ARRANGEMENTS TO RECEIVE PRIZES
And
The
Winners
Are……..
Military Life:
1st place: Paige Portratz with 90 votes
2nd place: Brenda Connors with 76 votes
Participation prize: Carla Paquette
Military Supporters/ Homefronters
1st place: Megan Tepfenhart with 84 votes
2nd place: Brittany Fortado with 72 votes
Participation prize: Rebecca Poe
Military Heroes
1st place: Jaime Clark with 116 votes
2nd place: Brenda Connors with 80 votes
Participation prize: Tara Rufo
Congratulations to all who won! Please email me to claim your prize : mybraggbag@yahoo.com
Final Round of Voting– Military Life
June 18, 2011 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 1 Comment
Final Round of voting for Military Life. Please vote for the best photo. Winner gets a $50 gift certificate to My Bragg Bag. Second place gets a $20 gift certificate.
One vote per IP address. Voting ends Saturday , June 25, 2011
PHOTO 1: Kelsey Kuns
PHOTO 2: Myra Cortines
PHOTO 3: Kelsey Jezierski
PHOTO 4: Paige Portratz
PHOTO 5 : Tiffany Mukaabya
PHOTO 6: Kristen Crist
PHOTO 7: Sasha Trevino
PHOTO 8 : Katrina Marie Badua
PHOTO 9: Lanie Rae Martin
PHOTO 10: Brenda Connors
Final Round of voting- Supporters
June 18, 2011 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 7 Comments
Final Round of voting for Military Supporters. Please vote for the best photo. Winner gets a $50 gift certificate to My Bragg Bag. Second place gets a $20 gift certificate.
One vote per IP address. Voting ends Saturday , June 25, 2011
Photo 1: Brittany Fortado
PHOTO 2: Brenda Connors
PHOTO 3: Jessica Brady
PHOTO 4: Jamie Clark
PHOTO 5: Briana Pledge
PHOTO 6: Sasha Trevino
PHOTO 7: Myra Cortines
PHOTO 8: Megan Tepfenhart
PHOTO 9: Samantha Chadbourne
PHOTO 10: Nicolette Augustyn
Final Round of Voting- Heroes
June 18, 2011 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 1 Comment
Final Round of voting for Military Heroes. Please vote for the best photo. Winner gets a $50 gift certificate to My Bragg Bag. Second place gets a $20 gift certificate.
One vote per IP address. Voting ends Saturday , June 25, 2011.
PHOTO 1 : Brenda Connors
PHOTO 2: Jodie Noble
PHOTO 3: Megan Schultz
PHOTO 4: Angie from Ribbon N Bowz
PHOTO 5: Kristy Baker
PHOTO 6 : Tiffany Mukaabya
PHOTO 7: Jaime Clark
PHOTO 8: Shayne Harper
PHOTO 9: Tara Rufo
PHOTO 10: Nicolette Augustyn
Military Heroes : Photo contest Preliminary Round
June 8, 2011 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 10 Comments
This photo contest is sponsored by My Bragg Bag . First place winner gets a $50 gift certificate to the shop. Second place winner gets a $20 gift certificate to my shop. This is one of three categories: Military Heroes. The top 10 Military Heroes photos will go onto the final round.
Prior to voting, please become a fan of My Bragg Bag on Facebook.
Preliminary Round: Military Heroes 36 total photo entries. Voting box to cast ballot is found at the bottom of all entries. Preliminary round voting ends 8 pm eastern time on Friday June 17th, 2011.
Photo
# 1 Amanda Price
Photo # 2 Amanda Terry
My husband, the hero of our family.
Photo # 3 Ashley Golden
This is my military hero, my husband; the love of my life.
Photo # 4 Ashley Pierson
My heroes laying a wreath at Arlington Cemetery to remember the fallen.
Photo # 5 Avalon Gall
My husband and son before his last deployment. It’s moments like these that last a lifetime & create unparalleled memories.
Photo # 6 Bethany Butterfly
Photo # 7 Brenda Connors
My military hero is my son, SGT Ryan Connors
Photo # 8 Brittany Fortado
My hero serving while deployed to Afghanistan.
Photo # 9 Brittany Lance
Me and my Marine the night he left for deployment. He is truly a hero.
Photo # 10 Carla Paquette
Building a fire station on his deployment
Photo # 11 Carly Climaco
A family of service. My solider, and his brother and sister who are Marines all gathered for our wedding.
Photo # 12 Cpt Rebecca Selby
You have to have fun in Afghanistan
PHOTO # 13 Crystal Spencer
PHOTO # 14 Erin Lowry Ferguson
We were stationed in Germany a few years ago and made a special trip to Normandy before PCSing back to the US. It is a picture I took of our two oldest boys, walking hand in hand in the Brittany-American Cemetery in St. James, France. The grave with the American flag in front of it belongs to my Grandmother’s brother. The little one (now my middle son) had been cruising on furniture for weeks and, right then and there, on his great-great uncle’s grave, he pushed himself up and walked in his own.
PHOTO # 15 Esther Leeper
This is my hubby home for Christmas after a year long deployment.
PHOTO # 16 Jaime Clark
PHOTO # 17 Jaime Schlenker
My Hero, My Best friend and my Soldier. On his birthday enjoying the homemade sweets I made him & his unit while at Joint Base Balad , Iraq
PHOTO # 18 Jaime O’Leary
My Hero in Iraq.
PHOTO # 19 Jennifer Ayala
Deployed in Afghanistan on duty & yet enjoying the snow like a kid.
PHOTO # 20 Jessica Brady
Pinning my husband’s jump wings on at Airborne Graduation.
PHOTO # 21 Jessica O’Hara
PHOTO #22 Jodie Noble
A father & son team both serving 2nd tours in Iraq.
PHOTO # 23 Kailyn Tomlinson
I am so proud of this man! I am proud of his duty to his country and to be his all time supporter.
PHOTO #24 Katie Harwell Ballard
My husband Ken with our niece and nephews all in ACU at Ft Hood before he deployed.
PHOTO # 25 Konnie Christenson
Silent goodbye to their military hero– their Aunty.
PHOTO # 26 Kristen Crist
My husband saying goodbye to our dog as he leaves to go back to Iraq after R&R
PHOTO # 27 Kristy Baker
U.S. Army solider, Father, Husband, Best Friend, Hero- “Operation New Dawn” Iraq 2011- Combat Veteran
PHOTO # 28 Lanie Rae Martin
PHOTO # 29 Laurie Fields
Honoring fallen soliders who died in the Vietnam War. Photo of my husband & son who will both be deploying to 2 different locations.
PHOTO # 30 Lindsey Feazel
My husband & son on his R&R — their first time meeting.
PHOTO # 31 Lindsey Pishion
My hubby riding in a vehicle overseas in Afghanistan. My friend, my husband, my hero.
PHOTO # 32 Lonnetta Benson- Cooks
My AMAZING husband and his little brother, a ROTC member following his big brother’s footsteps.
PHOTO # 33 Myra Cortines
Becoming a lifer!
PHOTO # 34 Megan Schultz
Her daddy left two weeks after she was born for his first tour in Iraq. Even with the separation she is a Daddy’s girl.
PHOTO #35 Michelle Smoak
I can’t believe I am standing here letting you take this photo! I’m only leaving for a year, gosh! LOL!
PHOTO # 36 Michelle Towney
Husband/ Father returning home from his second deployment in 2006.
Photo # 37 Nicole Halse
My husband, my love, my life– over seas on his tour to Afghanistan 2010-2011
PHOTO # 38 Nicolette Augustyn
June 4, 2011– Our wedding day as we prepare for his second deployment to Afghanistan.
PHOTO # 39 Paige Potratz
PHOTO # 40 Rebecca Garner
Lt Garner “driving” through the Pacific Ocean.
PHOTO # 41 Rebecca Poe
PHOTO # 42 Angie from RibbonNBowz
PHOTO # 43 Sasha Trevino
PHOTO # 44 Shayne Harper
Like Father, like son– both currently serving in Afghanistan
PHOTO # 45 Tara Rufo
My angel wears combat boots. My boyfriend, SPC Stephen Fortunato, was KIA in Afghanistan on October 14, 2008. His hometown of Beverly, MA erected this bilboard in his honor.
PHOTO # 46 Tiffany Mukaabya
His hero used to be Air Force, but then Daddy went Army and now the Army is all he talks about. Daddy is his hero.
Military Homefronters/Supporters : Photo Contest
June 8, 2011 | Filed Under Contests!!!! | Leave a Comment
This photo contest is sponsored by My Bragg Bag . First place winner gets a $50 gift certificate to the shop. Second place winner gets a $20 gift certificate to my shop. This is one of three categories: Military Supporters/Homefronters. The top 10 Military Supporters/Homefronters photos will go onto the final round.
Prior to voting, please become a fan of My Bragg Bag on Facebook.
Preliminary Round: Military Supporters 36 total photo entries. Voting box to cast ballot is found at the bottom of all entries. Preliminary round voting ends 8 pm eastern time on Friday June 17th, 2011.
PHOTO #1 Amanda Price
Me, My daughter Trinity, My Hero & his Father
Photo #2 Amanda Terry
My daughter Emily with her Daddy’s uniform hats. Proud of her Daddy serving in the US Air Force
PHOTO #3 Ashley Golden
This is my husband & I last Memorial Day. I am his #1 supporter!
Photo # 4 Ashley Pierson
There is nothing like having your whole family behind you while defending our country!
Photo # 5 Brenda Connors
Best day in a long year, my son coming home from his second deployment in Iraq.
Photo # 6 Briana Michelle Pledge
Our son, born 4 days before my husband’s R&R was over.
Photo # 7 Brittany Fortado
We are his biggest supporters!
Photo # 8 Carla Paquette
3 Nephews salute Ryan and hope for his safety.
Photo # 9 Cpt Rebecca Selby
Mom’s CAN preform miracles!
Photo # 10 Carly Climaco
The last kiss…for teh year. Us before he left to deploy to Afghanistan.
PHOTO # 11 Carrie Spencer
Our son is 3 and this is the first time his daddy had been gone for so long. He was just a little excited for homecoming.
Photo # 12 : Danielle Perryman
Separated by duty; United by love.
Photo # 13 Jaime Clark
A photo of my husband and son before he left a few weeks ago.
Photo # 14 Jenna Schlenker
Happy to be in his arms after he returned from Iraq.
Photo # 15 Jenna Engel
Kenna enjoying her daddy before he leaves for deployment. “Bye Daddy, I’ll see you tomorrow”
Photo # 16 Jamie O’Leary
My husband is an EOD tech with the Navy. This is our littlest supporter with her Daddy doll in its bomb suit.
Photo # 17 Jessica Brady
Daughter in her Daddy’s uniform
Photo # 18 Jodie Noble
This is a photo of my husband and our 2 year old grandson during R&R. My grandson’s Daddy was not back on R&R yet. My grandson has both his Daddy & Poppy fighting for our country.
Photo #19 Kailyn Tomlinson
My fiance & I saying our see you laters the day he left for duty. One of the hardest days- but I wouldn’t do it for anyone else.
Photo # 20 Katie Harwell Ballad
My husband with our nephew & niece– they give the best support EVER!
Photo #21 Kristy Baker
Saying goodbye to her Daddy as he heads off to Iraq. A true daddy’s girl–she didn’t want to let him go.
Photo #22 Lanie Rae Martin
My son wearing my husband’s helmet
Photo #23 Lindsey Pishion
Me @ 38 weeks pregnant sending my husband off for deployment to Afghanistan on August 23, 2010 . Miss him tons!
Photo # 24 M. Wilkinson
Photo # 25 Megan Tepfenhart
A Marine’s Pride
Photo # 26 Myra Cortines
Abby wants to be like Daddy!
Photo # 27 Nicole Halske
On the way to pick up my hubby for R&R– my family set up a fire house to escort him from the air port. Our local firemen show their local heroes support!
Photo # 28 Nicolette Augusty
Packing over 500 backpacks to take with the Wounded Heroes Foundation and Warriors Watch Riders on the 6th annual Wounded Heroes Ride this past May.
Photo # 29 Paige Potratz
Photo # 30 Rebecca Garner
Who supports & loves better than the amazing children of a military man?
Photo # 31 Rebecca Poe
Photo # 32 Samantha Chadbourne
Photo # 33 Sasha Trevino
5 plain t-shirts= $10 Felt cut out letters $1 Sharpie Marker $2
Becoming the sign so there is nothing to hold but the one you love = PRICELESS
PHOTO # 34 Mrs. Hobbs
Photo taken just before her daddy left for Afghanistan on Feb 2011 with the U.S. Marines
PHOTO #35 Shezell Bragg
Prior to deploying, he helped make gift bears with his voice in them so they can listen whenever they want. They made his one with their voices too.
Photo # 36 Tara Rufo
Enjoying a cold one while on leave , Sept 2008
Military Life: Preliminary Round
June 8, 2011 | Filed Under Contests!!!! | 5 Comments
This photo contest is sponsored by My Bragg Bag . First place winner gets a $50 gift certificate to the shop. Second place winner gets a $20 gift certificate to my shop. This is one of three categories: Military Life. The top 10 Military Life photos will go onto the final round.
Prior to voting, please become a fan of My Bragg Bag on Facebook.
Preliminary Round: Military Life 25 total photo entries. Voting box to cast ballot is found at the bottom of all entries. Preliminary round voting ends 8 pm eastern time on Friday June 17th, 2011.
PHOTO #1 AMANDA PRICE
Military Ball 2010
PHOTO #2: AMANDA TERRY
Saluting the American Flag
PHOTO 3: Ashley Pierson
All About the Army Wives!
PHOTO #4 Brenda Connors
My son working in Iraq on a 2nd tour as an MP with 108th.
PHOTO #5 Carla Paquette
Deployment Ceremony– she didn’t want to let go.
PHOTO #6 Crystal Spencer
PHOTO #7 Danielle Perryman
I sponsored this flag in honor of my soldier who is currently serving in Iraq. It proudly stands at a field of honor in my community.
PHOTO # 8 Jaime O’Leary
Life as a Military Wife is trying, but rewarding. Being able to see the world & embark on adventures, such as Gibraltor & Morroco .
PHOTO # 9 Jenna Jenkins
Ft Hood Memorial– Remembering those killed on Nov 5, 2009
PHOTO # 10 Katie Harwell Ballad
My Soldier and I on our wedding day.
PHOTO # 11 Katrina Marie Badua
My Husband & son ‘s first time seeing each other at his homecoming from Iraq
PHOTO # 12 Kelsey Jezierski
Homecoming: She missed her Daddy
PHOTO #13 Kelsey Kuns
My boys saluting the flag on July 4th
PHOTO # 14 Kimberlee Sepulveda
My husband holding our son before heading overseas for a year. My son is 4 days old.
PHOTO # 15 Kristen Crist
Army Wife; Best Friend, Husband, Hero ! Operation New Dawn, Iraq 2010-2011 Combat Vet
PHOTO # 16 Lanie Rae Martin
My daughter’s favorite thing was her Dad’s dog tags while he was gone.
Photo # 17 Lonnetta Benson-Cooks
My baby boys loves EVERY opportunity he gets to “see” his daddy!
PHOTO # 18 Myra Cortines
Abby helps her Daddy after a long day of work.
PHOTO #19 Nicole Halse
I see this sign every day driving on post to drop the hubby off for work.
PHOTO # 20 Nicole Manley
Going to work? Take me with you!!
PHOTO # 21 Paige Portratz
Fishing with my son at Elmendorf Air Force Base, Alaska
PHOTO # 22 Rebecca Garner
111th Submarine Birthday Ball– NPS Monterrey, CA
PHOTO # 23 Sasha Trevino
Heavenly Father, hear my call for through the sky I will soon fall. Feet and knees together, preparing myself to land, never more are that I am secure in your hand. Guide & help me Lord as I get quickly to my feet, to conquer every obstacle ’til the mission is complete. In our Lord’s name I shall forever pray cuz I’M AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY!!! — taken at Ft Richardson, Alaska
PHOTO #24 Scott H.
PHOTO # 25 Tiffany Mukaabya
I had a baby on Oct 30. Halloween was the next day and my husband was deployed and unable to take my oldest trick or treating. The Security Forces showed up to take him dressed like his Special Forces daddy trick or treating for Halloween.
Photo Contest Rules
May 25, 2011 | Filed Under Uncategorized | 1 Comment
Countdown to Reopening Begins with a fun military themed Photo Contest!!!!!
How this will work:
Each person can submit one photo for each category. Voting will occur on my blog The top ten finalists in each category will then move to the final round. Final round of voting will occur on my website. Voting for each round will last a week. Winner in each category will win (1) $50 gift certificate to anything in my shop (not including shipping fees).
BONUS: Are ya ready for this one? One random lucky participant will get the opportunity to get drawn for a special prize just for playing. Also– More prizes will be given out the more fans I get on Facebook. If we reach 1500 fans– I will add a second place prize in all categories. 2000- Facebook fans & we get a third place prize, etc.
CATEGORIES
Military Heroes– A photo of our military men or women in uniform.
Military Homefronters– A photo of your hero and/or those that support them.
Military Life– A photo of life around your military base/area. This is your chance to be creative & show us what it is to be a part of the military community.
Submitting Photos/ Rules:
Photos MUST be submitted via email by June 7, 2011 . Email: mybraggbag@yahoo.com You must include a category & caption. Please mark the subject line with the category the photo belongs to. One photo per person per category. Include in email submission:
Name & contact email.
Caption for the photo & don’t forget to upload the photo!
ALL SUBMITTED PHOTOS CAN NOT BE COPYRIGHT PROTECTED. BY EMAILING YOUR PHOTO YOU ATTEST THAT THE PHOTO IS YOUR PROPERTY AND YOU ARE GIVING ME PERMISSION TO USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS PHOTO CONTEST.
Round one for voting will occur on my Facebook fan page— www.facebook.com/mybraggbag. Each category will have a separate album. A vote for a photo will occur by simply commenting on the photo. The ten photos that have the most comments voting for them will move on to the final round.
Final round of voting will occur on my blog. Photos will be listed and numbered. My Bragg Bag will use a polling software to allow one vote per IP address per category. Poll will close at deadline for the final round and a winner will be announced & contacted for each category.
Contest is in no way affiliated or endorsed by Facebook.
