Summer 2010

We're coming up on our 1st anniversary.  It's hard to believe that it has been almost a year already.  With this year anniversary we've met a lot of new also rekindled relationships with a lot of old friends.  

With our approaching anniversary is also a sad time for us.  Shortly after opening our shop we lost our beloved lab Happy Gilmore.  Everyone loved Happy.  I would call her a lickador instead of a labrador.  Happy knew no stranger.  She loved to camp, swim and most of all stuff animals. I would frequently tell people that I didn't have to worry about other women I had to worry about dogs.  I thought if she could she would off me to have Rich all to herself. 

We will be closing early on July 3 at Noon for the 4th of July holiday and closed July 5. We will open back up on the 6th with our normal hours. Also we will be closing early on August 14 at noon.

Outback by Jinny Beyer

The wall of Jinny is getting larger.  The pallet is totally in and now we have her newest line Outback.  Jinny designs her quilts based on her travels.  This quilt is based on the Outback of Australia.  I'm a huge Keith Urban fan so this is probably as close as I'll get this year to Keith.  Each color way is truly outstanding.  Pick yours and come join us for some end of summer fun piecing this together.  Quilt measures 71 x 71 which is a good sized lap. This class is priced for the class only, the kit is extra.

Dates:  July 31, August 7

Time:  1:00 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Fee: $25.00

Bev & Gary Young - July 8 - 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

It is my pleasure to announce that Bev and Gary Young will be here on July 8th @ 1:30 p.m..   I personally have learned a lot of what I know from Bev. I have seen no one that can look at something as quickly as her and tell you within minutes what you've done wrong and how to fix it. Bev has given most of us in the central Ohio area our start in the quilting business whether it be directly or indirectly. I am one that is forever grateful that our paths crossed and I was able to learn from one of the best. Although after opening the store, I may have to put Bev in the witness protection program to protect her from Rich.  He ended up in one of my stash rooms and started calculating the cost of what was there and said "My goodness, there are thousands of dollars in there". They are in the area to visit family and are just stopping by to say hi. If your paths have ever crossed, come in and join us to catch up what they've been doing since their retirement.

Teri Tope - Book Signing July 8, 1:30 p.m - 3:00 p.m.

A local artist Teri Tope famous for the Teri Twist will be here on July 8 from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. for a book signing.   Perfect for the beginner who likes the look of applique. The book has patterns for nine additional projects including a tote bag, table runners, a bolster, and wallhangings with her appliqué in reverse technique. Her flair for bold color and dramatic fabrics will encourage the artist in you.

Beginning Quilting

We'll be utilizing the Start Quilting book by Alex Anderson.  We will be learning rotary cutting, piecing and simple quilting techniques. 

Skill Level: Beginner Quilter

Fee: $25.00

Dates: September 7, 14, 21, 28

Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Beginning Hand Quilting

Now sure where to start?  Come and learn on a small wholecloth that you will be marking in class.   

Dates: August 21

Time:  1 - 4 p.m.

Fee:$25.00

Beginning Paper Piecing

A lot of people, including myself do not or did not see the beauty of doing paper piecing.  Or they confuse it with English Paper Piecing. English Paper piecing is used when doing a Grandmother's Flower Garden.  Usually one is started out with a rectangle and do something with a quilt square that looks like a crazy quilt.  With that you cannot understand or grasp the true advantage of doing paper piecing.  Where paper piecing really comes to play is with having sharp and accurate points.  Come and learn paper piecing and have that "ah ha" moment

Date: August 28th

Fee $25.00

Time:  1 - 4 p.m

Professional Tote

This tote has all the pockets and compartments needed for todays professional women. There is a pleated pocket on each side of the bag, one front zippered pocket, one large pocket on the backside. Large dividing zipper on the inside with enough room to hold a laptop and lots more!!!

Dates: September 2, 9, 30

Time:  6 -8  p.m

Fee: $25.00

Back to Nature by Wing and a Prayer Designs

Pick your style.  These are both stunning, and the pictures do not do them justice.  This is our new block of the month program. The fabric and patterns were designed by Wing and a Prayer Designs for Timeless Treasure. 

 Fee:  $21/month Non Batik   $22/month batik both includes backing fabric. 

Skill Level: Intermediate

Trip For 2 To Boston

Grab a friend and one pattern to make this  Trip for "2" To Boston.  Pattern contains 2 copies and the fabric requirements are for 2 quilts. For a lap size all that is required is 15 fat quarters for 2 quilts plus additional yardage for the borders. Pattern has yardage for other size quilts.   

Date: August 17, 24 31, 2010

Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Fee: $25.00

Margo - Lazy Girls Designs

Here is the latest from our local girl Joan Hawley of Westerville, Ohio.  Margo includes a zipper closure safely.  Features: secure zippered closure, shoulder length fabric handles, 2 handy outside plus 6 inside pockets to keep you organized. Instructions included to make Margo without a zipper if desired. Finished size: approx. 10 1/4” x 9 1/4” x 4”

Dates:  July 27, August 3

Time:  6 - 8 p.m.

Fee $25.00

Braided Table Runner - Quilt As You Go

A great looking table runner which is sewn with a "quilt as you go" method.  Once you're done piecing you just need to add binding. With the holidays coming, this is a quick and easy runner to do.

Date: September 7

Time:  6 - 8 p.m.

Fee:  $25.00

Mystery Quilt

Mystery quilt night returns.   Pick fabrics that will compliment each other... not too busy or to boring. We'll provided the pizza and fun.

Date: September 25, 2010

Time:  3 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Cost: $30.00 

Traditional Quilt - Log Cabin By Eleanor Burns

I'm starting a traditional quilt for each newsletter, the first of which is the Log Cabin.  The Log Cabin is an easy quilt to do but depending upon the block placement can look totally different even if using the same fabrics. The various layouts are Dark with light, Navajo, Mountains, Fields and Furrows, Peaks and Valleys, Stained Glass, Arrow, Windmill, Cross Hatch, All Sevens, Postitive/Negative, Four Square, Light with Dark, Zig Zag, Whirligig, Barn Raising, Sunburst and Starlight. 

Dates: September 11, 18

Time: 1 -4 p.m.

Fee: $25.00

Tailgating This Fall?

Are you going to a tail gate this fall? Why not make these unique placemats or table runners that are sports specific.

Date:  August 10

Time :   6- -18

Fee: $ 25.00 

Beginning Machine Applique

Choose any one of McKenna Ryan's patterns and come see how easy this type of applique is done. 

Dates:  August 5, 12

Fee: $25.00

Time:  6 - 8 p.m.

CLASS POLICIES

• Please check your calendar prior to class registration to confirm you will be able to attend. Classes fill up quickly, please only sign up for those you will physically attend.  This assures a spot for those who can attend
• You may sign up for classes by phone, at the store or on-line
• Class fees must be paid in full @ time of registration to insure your place in class
• Supply list will be given upon registration
• We appreciate your purchase for class supplies, you will receive 10% discount for all supplies on class list
• Books & Patterns cannot be shared or copied due to copyright laws.
• Please be prepared with all supplies before scheduled class time

CLASS CANCELLATION POLICIES      
No refunds after class registration is complete.

• If cancelled 3 business days or more of class date :  You may receive store credit