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Final Challenge Announced!

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This is unfortunately our last challenge for the season.
We are so thankful for everyone who supported and participated in our challenge!
We are down to our final three who are going to compete for our Grand Prizes!

3 Seamstresses will compete in this challenge.
You will have two weeks to complete this challenge.
Challenge: Create 3 pieces that can be worn together as one outfit or 2 outfits that could be worn to the same event. Using the Pantone Fall Color Chart, select 2 fall colors to inspire your outfit. 
You will be judged on creativity, craftsmanship, use of color, and fit. 

The First Place Winner will receive $25.00 a month for one year to spend on fabric at Fabric Mart (worth $300!) Plus! You will become a Fabricista on our blog!

 The Second Place Winner will receive a $100 Gift Certificate and a Julie's Picks Membership. 

 The Third Place Winner will receive a $50 Gift Certificate and Julie's Picks Membership.
Julie's Picks is a Monthly Mailer that has information about trends, sewing tips, and SWATCHES! Touch and feel the fabrics selected by one of our Fabricistas, Julie. 
You will receive a packet of swatches for 30 fabrics you can choose from at a special price.
Also, you will receive a newsletter written by Julie. 
For more information or to become a member, visit our website.

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  1. AnonymousNovember 11, 2013 at 6:06 AM

    I have watched this challenge unfold, marveling at both the remarkable talents of the participants and at the extraordinary investment of time and money they have made in your promotion. I kept anticipating that the grand prizes that awaited these women would respectfully acknowledge that investment, but I am disappointed to see that they do not, in my opinion, do so.

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  2. Fabric MartNovember 12, 2013 at 4:58 PM

    We appreciate each and every one of our viewers out there watching the contest unfold and supporting all competing. Being that this was the first time we had a contest to this length, we learned a lot, and learned it along the way. We are grateful to have 10 contestants (and I'm sure it could have been more!) take time out of their regular sewing lives to compete in a fun challenge. I'm sure our winners will be grateful for the prizes they have received. Being a small business we can only offer so much without asking for sponsors from other companies. We felt as though this was more than enough for someone to receive. Thanks for your input and if we decide to do another competition will take not only yours, but other comments and suggestions into consideration.

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