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Friday, September 2, 2011

The Electric Quilt Company launches My EQ Boutique.com and a Giveaway Opportunity

The Electric Quilt Company has launched a new site called My EQ Boutique.com, where anyone (even non-EQ users) can have fun with EQ designs, created by a variety of talented designers, using free software that allows you to print patterns at any size!


This tool is really targeted for users that do not have EQ software, but I also see that many EQ users will also enjoy this tool, and want to purchase patterns that are available on this site (and more patterns are being added all the time).  For current EQ users, when you are looking at purchasing patterns from this boutique, do be sure to read the notes on each pattern before you purchase.  Some designs are taken from EQ software that you may already have, yet many are patterns only available thru this boutique.  And, if you have EQ7 you can add a link to your MyEQBoutique software to be able to pull these designs into your EQ software and incorporate it into your own customized designs.

Patterns at this site are designed by: Angie Padilla, Pearl P. Pereira, Judy Martin, Marsha McCloskey and many other designers too.  I also like that the patterns are well organized and easy to find in categories of new designs, by designer, by type or skill level, theme, or complete list of products.  Patterns also come with sewing instructions where applicable, and template, foundation, and rotary-cutting versions of the patterns all at your fingertips.  Very easy, fun and totally inspiring.

You do need to create an account and log in to be able to download free patterns or purchase patterns.  And, the first time you download a pattern you will also be given a link to download free software for a copy of the MyEQBoutique software that will allow you to print, organize all of your patterns from this boutique, get quilting insights and more. 

The website and software is very easy to use.  And amazing how easy it is to download new patterns and they automatically load into your MyEQBoutique software.  

My personal recommendation, for new users, is to create an account at MyEQBoutique.com and visit the  Free Downloads.  Click on Fabulous Ohio Stars.  Click Add to Cart and go thru the steps to order and download this free design.  You will also be given a link to install the MyEQBoutique.com software, as well as a link to download this free pattern (download after you have the software installed on your computer.

I hope I've inspired you to go check out the new MyEQBoutique.com.  They also have a good  FAQ page. 

Ok, now for the giveaway.  The Electric Quilt Company is the sponsor of this giveaway and the winner will receive a $10 gift certificate to MyEQBoutique.com.  Want to win this prize?  Simply follow any of these options and leave one comment to let me know what you did:
1)  Create an account with MyEQBoutique.com and sign up for their newsletter.
2)  Download one of the free patterns and software from MyEQBoutique.com
3) Let me know your favorite pattern that you found, or favorite designer, at this site.
4) For Facebook users, "Like" Electric Quilt

Deadline to enter this giveaway is:  Saturday, September 10th.  SewCalGal will randomly select a winner and update this post on Sunday, September 11th.

Want more chances to win collections from MyEQBoutique.com? Visit the Boutique Contest Page.

https://www.myeqboutique.com

Winner Announcement (9/11):  Jo (Warm Fuzzies)
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43 comments:

  1. MelissaSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    I like EQ on Facebook

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  2. ritainalaskaSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:45 AM

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  3. TennyeSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Thank you for this information, I have downloaded it and I look forward to playing with it.

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  4. suemacSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    I have a Mac hence no EQ. I use Quilt Pro.

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  5. JackieSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    I "Like" EQ on Facebook. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  6. ArianeSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    I signed up for the newsletter and created an account!!!

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  7. ArianeSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    I downloaded a pattern, Ohio star!!!

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  8. ArianeSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I like EQ on Facebook!!

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  9. ArianeSeptember 2, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    I love the pieced star by Judy Martin. The spiky stars, Ohio stars etc. I don't do slot of appliqué. I like pieced, or foundation pieced blocks!!

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  10. BeachQuilterSeptember 2, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    I just downloaded the Ohio Star...I can't wait for some quiet time to play!

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  11. KathySeptember 2, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    I liked Electric Quilt on facebook.

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  12. Stray Stitches (Linda G)September 2, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    I have created an account and signed up for their newletter. Thanks for letting me know about this great sitee :)

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  13. Stray Stitches (Linda G)September 2, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    My favorite pattern is Year of Flowers by Regina Grewe.

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  14. Stray Stitches (Linda G)September 2, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    I liked EQ on FB

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  15. AnonymousSeptember 2, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    I liked EQ on my FB! Thanks for letting all know about this!

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  16. quiltingnanaSeptember 2, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    I like EQ on facebook

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  17. Miss HillbillySeptember 2, 2011 at 4:03 PM

    Thank you for sharing this. I did make an account and I downloaded the Ohio star. I am going to try them soon. I am anxious to try some tiny quilts and I might just use these blocks!

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  18. PDXPamSeptember 2, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    I created an account and signed up for their newsletter..

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  19. JoSeptember 2, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    I created an account, and signed up for the newsletter. I am so awful at using the computer I still have not figured out how to use EQ6 properly and have been trying for years but just can't get it. Needles to say I never bothered to get EQ7. ( I know this is me not the programs) Hopefully I will be able to figure this out because it looks like great fun

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  20. KathySeptember 2, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    I created an account, but I am having trouble downloading the free patterns. I also signed up for the e-mail and confirmed that.

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  21. KathySeptember 2, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    I like the Manhattan quilt by Blue Mountain Designs.

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  22. sewfunquiltsSeptember 2, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Great info.....you are always on top of everything. Thanks for keeping us informed all the time.

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  23. Paula GanyardSeptember 2, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    I created an account, signed up for the newsletter and downloaded the free pattern. Looks like a great tool. thanks for the giveaway.

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  24. sharonSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:14 PM

    I love the New York Beauty by Karen K Stone! Thanks for the info on this great site!

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  25. Ann Marie @ 16 Muddy FeetSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Heading in that direction, thanks for the head's up!

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  26. æbleSeptember 2, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    I like EQ on facebook. Great giveaway.

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  27. SusanSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    I created an account, signed up for the newsletter, downloaded the software and Baltimore Liberty Leaves is my favorite.

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  28. SusanSeptember 2, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    and liked it on Facebook.

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  29. Connie Kresin CampbellSeptember 3, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    I have created an account, downloaded the software and free patterns and like EQ on FB. Thanks!

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  30. Teresa QuiltsSeptember 3, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    I have liked them on Facebook, signed up for an account. Thanks!

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  31. ritainalaskaSeptember 3, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    i seems i forgot to say 'i created an account and signed up for their newsletter, downloaded their software and the ohio stars free pattern, really like the sunbonnnet sue program, and am a fb fan' and thanx for the giveaway!

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  32. Nancy D.September 3, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Thanks for sharing this! I signed up and installed the software and got the free download. What a great idea!

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  33. Cheryl GreenleafSeptember 6, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    I created an account at My EQ Boutique.com and registered for their newsletter using cgreenleaf2(at)earthlink(dot)net

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  34. Cheryl GreenleafSeptember 6, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    I downloaded, installed and linked Fabulous Ohio Stars to EQ7.

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  35. Cheryl GreenleafSeptember 6, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    I really liked Variable Stars by Judy Martin. I just beginning and am deathly afraid of applique.

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  36. Cheryl GreenleafSeptember 6, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    I already "Like" Electric Quilt on Facebook.

    Thanks for hosting this giveaway!

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  37. BillieBee (billiemick)September 8, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I created an account!

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  38. BillieBee (billiemick)September 8, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    I downloaded the free pattern

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  39. BillieBee (billiemick)September 8, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    Picking a favorite is impossible. I know one I'm really attracted to is Ahead of the Curve

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  40. BillieBee (billiemick)September 8, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I already like Electric Quilt on FB

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  41. JenSeptember 8, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I signed up for an account and for their newsletter!

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  42. JenSeptember 8, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I liked them on FB!

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  43. JenSeptember 8, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    I sure do love the cupcake pattern by Erin McMorris. Too cute!

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