Wednesday, February 8, 2017

Kim Diehl's new book written with Jo Morton from Martingale


Proves the point; We get by with a little help from our friends. This new book "Simple Friendships" is a collaboration between Kim Diehl and Jo Morton. It's hard to imagine authors Kim Diehl and Jo Morton could get any better--until they joined forces to share their signature looks.





Enjoy stitching this creative blend of 14 spectacular quilts, all created from classic blocks.
  • Discover fun ways to exchange blocks with friends or make a scrappy mix yourself
  • Enjoy a wide variety of small- to medium-sized quilts, ranging from a table topper to wall hangings and lap quilts
  • Ideal for quilters who love scrappy patchwork style and classic applique




We are doing a giveaway... Here is how you can enter:

Kim Diehl and Jo Morton Book "Simple Friendships" and a bundle of Katie's Cupboard fat quarters


But if that's not enough... you can enter the giveaway AGAIN... over here on the Martingale blog. You can read an awesome interview with Kim and Jo about the book. Be sure to visit!


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Becky said...

Love the combo of Jo and Kim. The book is on my wish list. Thanks for the generous give-away!

Bonnie58 said...

Looks like a winner. Thanks for sharing!

Denise Losczyk said...

Beautiful fabric!

Anonymous said...

Kim, you & Jo did a fabulous job on this book. All the beautiful colors and designs, I hope you do well with it. I know just the friend I want to give one too.

Marcia Gilbreath said...

I absolutely love Kim Diehl's use of color and applique! I have most of her books. I'm not that familiar with Jo Morton, but the pictures say it all. Wow! I would love to win this book and the fabric. I would have a blast making some of these quilts!

DebMac said...

Talk about a powerhouse book; Kim Diehl and Jo Morton in the same book! It will be fabulous.

Unknown said...

I love both of their work. They are get designers. Suzanne G

Vjquilter said...

Their fabrics and quilts patterns are my favorites!

Karen said...

I'm sure this is a great book. I have participated in and coordinated friendship quilts -- so much fun! Thanks for a great giveaway opportunity!

Shannon Wallace said...

I've been drooling over images of this book on Instagram over the past few weeks! Love Kim Diehl, and I love the efforts she and Jo put into this book! I think it's a neat idea, and it has certainly spurred my interest in sharing blocks. Quilting is much more fun when shared with a friend.

Suzanne said...

What a great pairing for a fantastic new book!

Cecilia said...

Sounds like a great book! Thanks for the book review.

The Victorian Girl said...

What a great team! Two of my favorite designers! I would love to win this giveaway.
kellam.susan@yahoo.com

razmatazmania@aol.com said...

What beautiful fabric to have a chance to win. How wonderful would that be??? SO wonderful, that's how lol

jec said...

this would be a double win for sure....thank you for a great give a way....janet

Robin R said...

Thanks for the opportunity to win beautiful fabric and an awesome quilt book!

Cathie said...

This looks like it would be fun to do with a few good friends.

Kim said...

I love both of these designers! Would love to win!

Clare said...

I so love my friendships. One has been going for 50 years,that`s how long we have been pen pals. Even though we are so far apart. My fiend is in USA and I`m in New Zealand we feel like we are sisters. I would love this book to so then make a friendship blessing to celebrate the years. Happy Stitching.

Karen Hootman said...

Thank you for this wonderful giveaway.

Jennifer M. said...

This book looks awesome. I can't wait to see all the quilts!

Nancy said...

What a generous giveaway and what beautiful fabric. Thank you.

Laurie Smith said...

This book looks wonderful! Love Kim Diehl and No Morton!

CynthiaM said...

Love Jo's little quilts. Thanks for the chance to win this great book!

Marilynn said...

Quilting friends are the best! This is so exciting!

Anonymous said...

this book is a must have, the designs are stunning and I want to make them all

Helen L said...

I've been a fan of Kim for about the last 10 or so years: I have all her books, and even her early fabric lines. I LOVE her style!! Hugs, H

Pat Gottshalk said...

Where would be without our friendships? Blessings.

brodine said...

A fabulous book written by two authors of great talent in the field, my library already dreams of a place for him !!!!

Camille said...

I am particularly fond of the pieced borders on some of the quilts in Kim and Jo's new book. Lovely!

Yvonne W said...

Thanks for the chance to win this fabulous book and fabric. I am keeping my fingers crossed.

Lee said...

Thank you for the fabulous giveaway!!

Lisa England said...

Love the scrappy look of these quilts.

Melanie said...

When I'm too tired to quilt, reading there books over and over again is my "quilting fix". I've been waiting for this one. Great photography.

Stitchin At Home said...

What a lovely book! Thanks for a chance to win.

debbiesc1 said...

Love these designers and these quilts are beautiful, can't wait to own my own copy and start sewing these beauties.
Thanks for the giveaway

Debbie

kupton52 said...

I cannot think of a better collaboration than one between Kim and Jo----2 of my favorite designers. I have long been an admirer or Jo's gorgeous fabrics and reproductions as well as Kim's beautiful applique! I look forward to seeing this book. Thank you for a chance to win---keeping my fingers crossed!

ma40422 said...

Beautiful book from two great designers.

Vicki in MN said...

Looks like a great book and with fabric too-what could be better to win!!

Gayle said...

I have loved Kim and Jo's patterns and fabrics for years. So glad they did a book together. I love the idea of an exchange.

Judy in Missouri said...

I love both of these designers and their fabrics. This should be a great book!

cjmont said...

gorgeous quilts and a great addition to the quilting library. thanks for the chance to win.

Kathy said...

wow - love that book and fabric come with it too - very nice

Gwen Wehner said...

Love Kim Diehl and Jo Morton!

The Lisa Marie said...

Jo Morton and and Kim Diehl are two of my favorite designers. To have their work in one book is great!

Diana said...

This book looks so good! Looks like a great partnership.

Faelin said...

Beautiful fabrics and great ideas for quilts in the new book. I can hardly wait to get started.

Ginger said...

These are beautiful, Jo Morton is a super star, & Kim Diehl is not far behind! Great collaboration.

Judyk said...

What an awesome duo! Thanks for the chance to win both the book and the fabric. Eager to get started on one of these projects.

Anonymous said...

Jo and Kim are just the very best when it comes to design, color, and just plain great quilting ideas. This book is a definite keeper and gift giving book! Sharoona

Linda said...

I love it! A design combination of two of my favorite artists.

Gayle said...

Scrumptious! Love these beautiful fabrics and designers!

Jo Ann said...

Thank you for the chance. Kim Diehl and John Morton are my favorite designers.

Elaine said...

What a fun book. Yay a chance to win great fabric. Thanks

Unknown said...

I am a HUGE fan of Kim Diehl... Would love to own this book along with some of her fabric! Quilter's dream come true.....

Barb said...

I would love to win this book. The book looks wonderful!
thanks
Barb

Dawn said...

Thanks for a great giveaway! Crossing my fingers :)

Nancy said...

I love Kim's quilts. I have several of her books and have taken a class from her.

Anonymous said...

This looks like an awesome book! Thanks!

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liniecat said...

Stitching and patchworking are the hub of so many friendships and a book like this brings it all home : )

Gayle said...

Two of my all time favorite designers - this book is SURE to be a huge success and I can't wait to add it to my library!

Deb B. said...

The book looks wonderful! Thank you for the giveaway opportunity.

quilter said...

Thank you for the great giveaway!!!

Anonymous said...

I love both designers. Their quilts are gorgeous!
Thanks a lot for the giveaway and the chance to win
Ghislaine in France

sooperswanc said...

I can't wait to see this. I love Jo's stuff. I'm excited to see done cooperative quilts with Kim.

Seacoast Quilter said...

This looks like a great book. Love both author's style!

Roseanne said...

Omgosh! This would be the best win of the year!!!

Sandra Walker said...

Looks like some darling little quilts here!

Jenny G said...

I love both Jo Morton and Kim Diehl! So excited that they have made this book together!

Erzebat said...

Love,love,love Kim Diehl

Lucille said...

Anything by Kim is amazing!

makes geese said...

Love Kim. Love Jo. Would love to win this give away!

Beverly McKnight said...

Love the fabrics! Thank you for the giveaway!

lalaluu said...

Great book and beautiful fabric!

Linda Williamson said...

Love Kim Diehl's quilt designs. Thanks grinnie1961 at gmail dot com

Cloud 9 said...

Kim Diehl is one of my favorite designers. Her scrappy approach and appliqués' are always spectacular.

Mary said...

I'm so excited about this book! I can't wait! Kim and Jo are my two favorite designers!

susan said...

You are talking two of my favorite fabric designer and quilt designers bundled into a heavenly match. The quilts are beautiful can't wait for the book.

ShelleyJo said...

Awesome book! Thanks for the chance to win!

Deb said...

Two of my current obsessions combined in one! You can't ask for much more, well except to win this.

alda said...

what a great designer fusion. Will be happy to get one copy of this awesome book.

Darlene B said...

I love Kim and Jo...would love to win this great book and fabric.

Darlene B said...

I love Kim and Jo...would love to win this great book and fabric.

Kathy G. said...

Thanks for this giveaway; I love Kim Diehl!

jellybean said...

I would love to win this book looks like lots of fabric fun

Marleen said...

OMG I love this! Look at the colors! Wow pick me

Loris said...

The quilts in this book are so beautiful and inspirational! I have been a fan of both Kim and Jo for years. How fun that they collaborated!

Loris said...

Thank you for the sweet giveaway!

Gloria C said...

The book looks awesome! Thanks for the giveaway!

Unknown said...

I've already bought the book - love it. Fabrics are beautiful - thanks for the chance to win - it would get me started.

Antique Lane Quilts by Karen said...

Looking forward to getting my copy and those fabrics are just beautiful!

Maxine said...

What a great book! Great Fabric!

Anonymous said...

What a great selection of quilt designs. The fabrics are my colors. I don't often get use this collection of colors due to quilting for children and babies that lends itself to more wild crazy bright colors. But the ones in this book are mine.

It would be delightful to fondle some happy fabrics "for me"...

Kaylace
Smyrna, GA

Mairi said...

Love these two designers. They write excellent patterns.

Unknown said...

Hi, here I am,, so far away but always connected, like friehdship is.

Bill's mom said...

Love the look of these quilts. I'm a traditionalist!

Michelle Barker said...

I love the look of these quilts! I'd love to give this style a try!

sharon t. said...

These two designers are some of my VERY favorites! I hoard Kim's fabrics in a tub all of their own. Would certainly love to add Kim and Jo's fabrics to my stash!

Dorian said...

I love the name of this book! " Simple Friendships" is what it's all about. The quilts represent the beauty in sharing.

Wildquilter said...

Love this book. Can't wait to choose a project to make

Diane Beavers said...

Nothings better than a bundle of fabric and new patterns! Loved reading the friendship story of Kim and Jo.

bluestarof2(at)yahoo(dot)com

Diane Beavers said...

Nothings better than a bundle of fabric and new patterns! Loved reading the friendship story of Kim and Jo.

bluestarof2(at)yahoo(dot)com

The Spiritual Existential Nihilist said...

I’m new to exchanges, but I think I need some “simple friendships” in my life!

Sandy @ wrybbunz@gmail.com

Pat said...

What a fun way to increase my new quilting skills!

Pam DePaul said...

Love seeing the new book and a peak inside. Excited about the fabric colors and designs. Thanks for the contest.

Miriam said...

Those fabrics are beautiful! The featured quilt is amazing.

Susan Rice said...

Beautiful as always.

lynne conder test said...

Wonderful looking book; beautiful fabrics and patterns. Great job by inspirational quilters!

Katie C. said...

Kim is one of my favorite fabric designers!

Anonymous said...

Kim Diehl and Jo Morton together? What a fantastic combination! I would LOVE to have a copy of this book! cgar88@ameritech.net

GwenDee said...

This book looks awesome. I loved the post. Thanks for the giveaway.

Craig and Liz said...

I love anything that Kim Diehl does.

carolinerohrer.50 said...

Beautiful quilts.

Anonymous said...

You can never have enough great quilt books and fabric! Thanks for the giveaway.

PatriciaLud said...

I'm very excited to see the new book - the quilts look fantastic! Love the colors and the new fabrics, too.

Cathie said...

I love the colors in Katie's fabric bundle!

d said...

As a new quilter, I'd have much to learn from this book and those wonderful fabrics. Thanks so much for a great giveaway!

phegland said...

What an intriguing combination of talents! I'm hoping for a win!

jank said...

Always love Jo patterns and fabric

sherryberrybim said...

I don't have any books by Kim Diehl or Jo Morton so this would be a good one to start with.

Unknown said...

I would love to have this book and fabrics, I just love Kim Diehls patterns! rosesabeyatyahoodotcom

gail said...

Beautiful combination! Authors, patterns, fabrics! Lovely

Linda said...

These fabrics are beautiful and just what I need to get some fall color into my stash. Also there are several quilts in the book that I admire. I have one quilting friend who might do an exchange with me. We've gotten together to sew several times. Thank you for the opportunity to win this wonderful prize. ljbisme at msn dot com

trish21042 said...

Looks like an awesome book. Thanks so much for the chance to win!!!

Mom C said...

Love Kim Diehl's patterns and designs. Love to see collaboration between designers, you get the best of both. Thanks.

Unknown said...

Hola soy Ana Molinary, soy una enamorado de vuestros trabajos, os escribo desde España y sería muy feliz que me tocará, por que quiero hacer ese sumir. Gracias

Unknown said...

Soy Ana Nominar y y le escribo desde España. Me encanta sus trabajos y me daría mucho alegría que me tocará el libro y las telas para poder hacer ese July. Gracias

JanetG said...

So much inspiration in one book, it is firmly on my wish list =)

Janie said...

Cool! A great book and gorgeous fabric!

Janie said...

Cool! A great book and gorgeous fabric!

Deb said...

Beautiful fabric and I'd love to have her book.

Anonymous said...

I've wanted this book since the first review I saw. I want to make the applique and pieced quilt SO much! I've lost my collaborator and best friend to cancer, but I still have her fabrics to use and they'd make all the quilts in this book, I believe! Thanks for the chance to win the book and the fabric pack - that would certainly help with the quilt I want to do first! dezertsuz at gmail

Becky V said...

Beautiful colors. I'd love to create with these.

Sherri said...

Great idea. Friendships are a blessing. Sherri

Wendy said...

Fabulous designers and fabulous book is a great combination. Can't wait to see this book.

Frenchie said...

Love, love, love Kim Diehl's fabrics, books and What Not's. This is awesome!!

Lynda Muzyka said...

Thanks for the chance to win ! I love Kim and Jo's style. I have two of Kim's books and love them.

Joyful Quilter said...

Love both quilt designers! Can't wait to see the book.

Cathy C said...

The book looks great. Love all the scrappy patterns.

Unknown said...

I would love to win this book! I've heard so much about these authors! Thanks for the chance!

Dena Kabbaz said...

I love Kim's colors she uses in her quilts. I would sooooo love to win this.

Judy Forkner said...

Looks like a great book & I love the Katie's Cupboard fabric!

LisaT said...

I love this style and love the fabrics too. I am a fan of both. Thanks!

Unknown said...

Kim and Jo's new book looks great!!! Quilting and friendships are a perfect combination together. The new line of fabric is fantastic!!! I will have to look for it in my LQS.

Becky Sue said...

I would love to have a copy of Jo and Kim's new book. I've admired their work over the years and have several of their books. I'm always amazed at Kim's beautiful applique work and Jo's play with traditional blocks with playful colors. Thanks for sharing with us!

MtnJudy said...

What a lovely book and beautiful quilts! How I would love to make a few of them!!

Dana Casebeer said...

Love both of these authors. What a great idea to join together

Anonymous said...

This book and fabrics are very inspiring! Thank you for this giveaway.

Barb Johnson said...

I am a real fan of the traditional looking quilts, so this book is right up my alley!

Renea said...

I really need (want:) this book! These two designers are my favorite. Thanks for the great giveaway.

lfhpueblo said...

What a great book and the fabrics are awesome. Could truly make some inspiring quilt squares with the duo. lfhpueblo at msn dot com

Karyn MacKell said...

I would love to have the book. Great designers. Thanks for the chance to win.

RK said...

This looks amazing!!

Karrie said...

Thank you for the generous giveaways!

Cloud 9 said...
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Cloud 9 said...

Kim Diehl is one of my favourite designers. Her scrappy approach and appliqués' are always spectacular.

laneycath said...

I love the symmetrical look of this pattern - the distinction is perfect.

hueisei said...

Love to win this book!

Angie said...

This book will be a blessing to someone. What beautiful quilts, absolute beauty! The fabric is so cool. Good luck everyone!!

Mariale said...

I Love Kim Diehl and Jo Morton designs, fabrics, books! thank you for this opportunity

Material Mary said...

Would love this...great give away...

Foxyquiltz said...

Love the rich colors! The book looks like one we all need in our libraries! Would love to win this...thank you for the opportunity.

Foxyquiltz said...

Gorgeousness!! Thanks for the opportunity!

Soapstone Quilts said...

Two amazing quilters/authors and gorgeous fabric!

Nancy said...

I would love this book!! Two of my favorite quilt designers in one book....that is amazing! Friendships are so precious; and this Oct. I lost my best friend and quilting buddy to ovarian cancer. I miss her so much.

LoriM said...

What a beautiful collection!

/sewprimitive said...

Tow of my favorite quilt designers! What a great idea.

Mama Mindala said...

This is a match made in heaven!!!! I am so excited to see this book! The collaboration of two of the most talented designers - who just happen to
Be my favorite- is such a thrill!!! I'd love to win this book!!!! Thank you for the opportunity ❤

Danette said...

A book and the fabric to sew a quilt from the book. How can it get any better?! Thank you, peterstankovich@comcast.net

Linda said...

This looks like an awesome book to add to my collection, and I love those fabrics.

Antique Lane Quilts by Karen said...

ohhh THESE ARE SOOOO GORGEOUS...EVEN IF i DON'T WIN THIS IS ON MY BUCKET LIST!

2 Utah Gypsies said...

Love Kim's quilts and designs. And, Jo rocks it best with Kim's style. Love these girls!

Bonnie58 said...

Looks like a great book. Thanks for sharing

Kaaren said...

A "marriage" made in quilting heaven...a collaboration by Kim and Jo. Beautiful!

Rebecca said...

Wow,what a great looking book. I would love some new inspiration not to mention new fabric. Thank you for the chance.

Barbara on the Eastern Shore said...

Very nice giveaway
Thank you

Karen said...

Looks lovely!

jrsay said...

Luv how you mix your talents and energies into an amazing book.
Would sew luv to become lucky winner...but if not will ask kids to get as mother's day present

Material Girl said...

Amazing fabrics! I love both Jo Morton and Kim Diehl so this book is a winner. Can't wait to get my hands on it!

Unknown said...

I love the idea of block exchanges. I've seen some beautiful quilts that have resulted from such things. If the cover of this book is any indication, it will be filled great ideas and beautiful fabric combinations.

Kathy Swanson said...

Two great designers in one book....I can't wait to flip through the pages. Thanks for offering this give away!

Clare said...

A book and a bundle of fabric. What a blessing. So love the quilt to use up scraps for a finish of a delightful quilt. Thank you for the chance for this give away. Happy Stitching.

Allison said...

Beautiful fabrics and designs. Thanks for the chance to win.

Unknown said...

Kim Diehl and Jo Morton are my favorite designers. I would love to win.

Seacoast Quilter said...

Love both of these designers. I'm more familiar with Jo Morton's patterns but I'm sure this is a great book.

Joyce Carter said...

I love anything by Kim. Thank you for the chance.

Nancy Johnson said...

I love my friendships and think this is a wonderful idea for a new book. Thanks for the giveaway opportunity.

Alison O said...

I love the distinct colors of Kim's fabric and the new designs .

@lutzcats said...

Kim and Jo? = Count me in!

@lutzcats said...

Kim and Jo? = Count me in!

Shineysquirrel said...

I love both Kim and Jo/s designs. What a treat to have them working together

Joellyn P. said...

I can't wait to own this book. I've been waiting for it's release.

Lisa S. said...

This book is on my wish list! Thanks for the opportunity to win something.

Arf2-D2 said...

This post has a beautiful color palette.

Lea said...

I absolutely love Henry Glass fabrics! Every collection I see I fall in love with. I'mean really looking forward to this new book too.

Moriah Quilts said...

Love these colors! And love Kim and Jo. It shud be a fabulous book - like all the others (I have them all!) Having such a fun time with Kim's Welcome Wagon fabric!! Henry Glass is quality fabric.

Lori said...

I cherish the friendships quilting provides. Thanks for the drawing!!

Lori said...

I cherish the friendships quilting provides. Thanks for the drawing!!

Karen Sikes said...

What a wonderful opportunity, Love both Kim & Jo 's style. I took a class with Kim years ago in Atlanta, she was so much fun!

Helen Johnston said...

This book looks like it will have lots of beautiful projects. Can't wait!

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