THE VILLAGE TOWN CRIER

Volume 6, Issue 1 Winter 2009 

The Village Quilt Shoppe 

2369 Joslyn Ct. Lake Orion, Michigan 48360

 (248) 391.5727 

www.thevillagequiltshoppe.com

Inspirations for tomorrow's heirlooms……. Where OPTIONS are a must……..

Carolyn's Corner Happy New Year!

2008 was a great year. I've been so busy with the magazines and books. I have a lot of really fun projects coming out in Quilters World, Sewing Savvy and I am working on book number eight. I love designing. I also have been busy with fun new ideas for the shoppe. Our new block-of-the-month starts in January 1st and we are also doing a pieced block-of-the-month using the best of Thimbleberries. It will be a work in progress. We have the A.A.Q.I. Forgetting: Piece by Piece Quilt Exhibit and Health Fair coming in February so read on about that big event. Our cupcake exchange is due January 15th, so get busy if you haven't already done them. It's going to be a lot of fun.

Check out our Breakfast Club and as always the coffee is always on for the Sit and Sew every Monday morning, 10:00am-1:00pm.

Elizabeth is starting a Stash Management 'Sewority', so be sure to check it out. I know I sure could use that class. The class will be packed full of great ideas and projects to use up your stash and organize it too. Out with the old and in with the new. I can't wait to see what she has in store for us.

A special thanks to all my loyal customers. Our 5th Anniversary is coming up!! I couldn't have done it without you. We will be having refreshments and special sales on February 12, 13, & 14th so come and help us celebrate!!!

We have some great classes planned and new fabrics coming in all the time.

Stop by and say hello! Carolyn

A.A.Q.I. QUILT EXHIBIT, AUCTION & HEALTH FAIR

Alzheimer's Quilt Exhibit is coming to the Village in February with Ami Simms

The exhibit will be here in the village at Kings Court the week of February 18th. We are planning some great events that week. This is an exhibit every person should see whether they quilt or not. Alzheimer's touches everyone's life in some way and it is a cause that every person should be aware of. Ami Simms, the curator for the exhibit, has recently lost her mother to Alzheimer's, and has helped immensely to bring awareness to so many. There will be a luncheon with some great world renowned quilters and speakers, but the dates are not set as yet. I want to give Ami time to deal with her grief, family and emotions. Check with us at the shoppe for the dates. There will also be an auction that all proceeds go to AAQI to help in research. This exhibit will move everyone that sees it. The stories behind it are so moving. Take time to come and see this moving exhibit and participate in the other events. We hope to raise a few bucks for research. After all, some day all of us may need the benefits of the work they are doing now. To find out more about this organization go to www.AlzQuilts.org. Read about the Alzheimer's Quilt Auctions and plan to make one for our auction, here in the village. If you know someone who is going through this in their own family please encourage them to come to the Health Fair that will be here. There are so many organizations that can help and this will be the place to get that information. We quilters CAN make a difference.

Toys for Lighthouse

Well we made a sizable donation to the Lighthouse of Oakland County's Christmas store. I'm sure that all the pillowcases and doll quilts all of you made are being used at this moment. They are a favorite in the store. Our chest is empty now and you can start dropping off for next year any time. Thank you so much to everyone who donated.

This Year's Motto: Clean, Organize, and Finish!!!!

The Village Quilt Shoppe will be closed January 6th for Inventory

Join the Breakfast Club….Today

The first Thursday of every month.

Come join us for coffee, tea or…. and a light breakfast. A great way to meet quilters, share recipes, show and tell, demos, get motivated, be inspired and a special project each month. 10:00am - ?

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Kathy Farley, Sherry Lynch, Connie Konieczny, and Della Wernet. These four people have won our filled $25.00 punch card drawing for this quarter. Happy Spending! Don't forget to put your name and phone number on the back of your cards when you turn them in.

Thimbleberries Club Block-of-the-Month

This year we are doing something different. Are you a past Thimbleberrie club member? Do you have lots of scraps? Well, if you answered yes, this is the club for you. Each month we will give you a 12 ½" block pattern with the fabric to make it, all in Thimbleberries. We will also give you a 6 ½" pattern to use with your left over scraps that you have been stashing away trying to figure out what to do with them. The cost of Club is $5.00 a month. The quilt setting will be a work in progress. We work together with each member to make their quilt unique and a one of a kind. This year we want to help you clean out some of your stash, organize, and finish up projects. Our meetings are the first Friday & Saturday of each month at 10:00am. I think we will have a blast this year. Also check out Elizabeth's Stash Management "Sewority" class.

Block-of-the-Month Pick a Bouquet!!!

It may be blustery outside but we have flowers blooming in The Village Quilt Shoppe. Come on in and sign up for the new block-of-the-month. As always, if you come in each month, any day of that month, you get the pattern and background fabric for &1.00. If you miss a month you can still get the block, but it will cost you $2.50. So come on in now and sign up. This is our twelve block BOM. We will start the six block BOM in July.

What's up, Cupcake?

Block Exchange Wow!!

We sure had a lot of people sign up for the Cupcake Exchange. There's still time to join or finish if you are serious about it. We still have the patterns and we are still taking names. They must be finished by January 15th and turned in. This is a great way to use up some of those scraps and challenge your creativity. If you make 12 blocks you will get 12 different blocks back. You can make anything you wish with these blocks. We will have an exhibit on Mother's Day to display all your talents and there will be prizes. This exhibit will be in conjunction with the Birds of a Feather Quilt Show. I am always so amazed at the great ideas you all come up with

• February 12, 13, &14th Our 5th Anniversary Sale!!!!!
• Come Celebrate with Us!!!!
• Refreshments, Prizes, and Sales!!!
• Mark your Calendar!

Spookville, U.S.A and Birds of a Feather Block of the Month

You now have all your blocks for Spookville, USA and Birds of a Feather. The quilt show for the Birds will be Mother's Day. We will also have the Cupcake Challenge Exhibit at the same time. It should be a great show. Registration forms are available for both at the shoppe if you need them. Please participate. If you don't enter you quilts we will not be able to continue our free quilt show and it is such an inspiration to so many. The Spookville USA Quilt Show will be held in October along with the Village's Halloween Events it should be fantastic!!!! Thank you all for doing the BOM and I hope you enjoyed it. Remember, Mothers Day is the first quilt show.

Fat Tuesday Fat Quarter Frenzy!! Buy 2 Get 1 Free!!

****Our Lakewood Shore Retreat April 16, 17, 18, &19th, 2009

Hurry the spots are going fast! We only have room for 28 women. The cost for the retreat is $290.00 per person and that includes your meals, gratuities and those beautiful condos. Get with a friend and hurry on down to lock in your spot. A $100.00 deposit will hold your spot. The room assignments are done in groups of two or four. Final payments have to be made by April 1st, 2009.

WHAT"S NEW!!!!

• Batiks, Batiks, and more Batiks!
• New Wools(Cathy has been hard at work)
• DMC embroidery threads(Great for machine embroidery and quilting)
• Silks from Vietnam great for crazy quilts
• Accentuate Embellishing Threads
• All the Sewline Products
• Laurel Burch's Secret Jungle
• Gypsy Rose by Moda

Inspiration for tomorrow's heirlooms…

Registration and Class Policy

• Class fees are due upon registration.
• Phone reservations will be held three days to allow for mail or drop-off of payment.
• Cancellation deadline is five days prior to class. If we do not have at least three people for class, the Village Quilt Shoppe reserves the right to cancel the class and your registration fee will be refunded or applied to another class.
• Patterns, books, and handouts can not be shared or photocopied due to copyright laws. Let's help to keep these talented and creative designers in business.
• A supply list will be given at the time of registration. Please come to class with all required supplies. We appreciate your purchase of supplies from us-it helps to insure that we will be able to serve your needs.
• Sewing machines should be brought to your class unless noted in the course description. If you need assistance in carrying your machine, please notify the shoppe and we will be happy to assist you.
• Basic sewing supplies should be brought to every quilting class. These items include: scissors, notebook, pencil, pins, rulers, quilt marking pencil, needle, thread, seam ripper, rotary cutter and blades. Check your supply list.
• Only registered students will be allowed in class. Please be courteous and think of your fellow classmates.

If there is a class or technique that you would like to learn, and it is not currently on the schedule, please contact us. We will do our best to bring it to you.

Wool Flower Baskets Wall Hanging

Wednesday, January 21 & February 25, 11:00am-2:00pm (2 classes)……………….………………………………. $36.00

Cathy our resident queen of wool has created a masterpiece in wool and is offering to teach it to you. Come on in and see this beauty. If you are looking for a handy travel project this is it. The project is divided into two classes, first the blocks and all the stitches, and then the setting. Level: Beginner/ Intermediate Instructor: Cathy Basirico

Machine Quilting

Tuesday, January 27, 10:00am-3:00pm……….……. $30.00 Or Saturday, March 21, 10:00-3:00pm.…….………. $30.00

This is a technique class. Learn all the tricks to machine quilting from Elizabeth. She will teach you the how-to's and all the little tricks to make your quilting a success. Level: Intermediate/Advanced Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig

Wool Cardinal

Saturday, January 31, 11:00-2:00pm………………....$18.00 Or Wednesday, February 11, 11:00am-2:00pm………$18.00

If you love wool and are dying to get started let Cathy walk you through the easy way. This is a great way to get going and a great project. Learn to make this cute wall hanging or table topper. This would make the perfect gift. Level: Beginner/ Intermediate Instructor: Cathy Basirico

Color Work Shop

Tuesday, March 10, 10:00-12:00pm…...$10.00

Come in and learn how to put colors together. Learn about scale, contrast, function, backgrounds and fiber content. Level: All can benefit from this Instructor: Carolyn Vagts

Elizabeth's Appliqué Day

The first Sunday of every month…………………...$15.00

The request for the Stars in the Garden quilt has been heard. For those of you who missed it, we are offering it again. Elizabeth will also be working on Millie's Garden at the same time. January 4th, February 1st. March 1st, and April 5th, 11:00am-2:00pm must pre-register for this class Level: All Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig

Elizabeth's Open Workshop

Friday evening once a month…………. $10.00

Elizabeth has made herself available once a month to have an open workshop for individual help so if you are working on a project and need a little extra help, sign up for a workshop. Space is limited. January 23rd 6:00pm- 10:00pm February 27th 6:00pm-10:00pm March 27th, 6:00pm-10:00pm April 24th, 6:00pm-10:00pm

Snip-it Monet

Thursday, April 9th, 10:00am-3:00pm ………...$36.00

Back by popular demand. Learn to paint with fabric, well at least that is how it looks. Create a masterpiece from tiny little pieces of leftover fabric. It's a great project to learn how to use up your scraps. Learn how to create texture, dimension and the use of colors to recreate a photo or painting. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Carolyn Vagts

A Safe Place Wallet

Saturday, March 7th 11:00am-2:00pm………………$18.00

This is a great wallet with lots of compartments. Cathy will walk you through the construction, step by step. This is another project that one is never enough. It's also a great project to use up small amounts of stash and think ahead, what a great Christmas gift it would make. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Cathy Basirico

Mystery Night

Friday, March 13th, 6:00pm-midnight………$25.00 +fabric

It's time again for a mystery! Come on in and we will help you select your fabric for another great mystery quilt. We will serve you dinner, drinks, and a dessert, do your ironing while you set and sew. Sign up early. Seating is limited.

Stash Management "Sewority"

The first Sunday of each month………….……….$15.00

Elizabeth, the master of stash, will show us how to manage our stash with ease and organization. Each month she will give us tips, projects, and how-tos to keep us on track with our UFO's and our ever growing pile of must have fabrics. This is a class that every quilter's should take. The class will meet:\January 4th, February 1st, March 1st, and April 5th, 2:30pm-5:00pm each Sunday. Level: All Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig

Bindings 101

Saturday, January 10, 11:00am-2:00pm……………$18.00

If you are mystified by the binding process and want to know how the pros do it come to Cathy's class. She will teach you all the tricks to a perfect binding. Level: All Cathy Basirico

Four Patch Stacked Posies

Thursday, January 29, 10:00am-4:00pm……………..$36.00

Learn this easy stack and whack technique and make every block unique. Make a gorgeous quilt using only one fabric for the blocks and the borders. Unlike other stacking techniques, you decide the arrangement of the patches within each block. Once you learn the technique you will want to keep making these blocks. A great knew way to use your precious fabric. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Rita Weitendorf

Broken Star

Saturday, February 7 & 28, 10:00am-3:00pm……. $60.00

Elizabeth will walk you through the process of creating this beautiful quilt. In the first class you will work on assembling the star and the second class is all about the setting. Come in and see the masterpiece. Level: Intermediate/Advanced Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig

Easter Baskets

Tuesday, February 10, 10:00am-4:00pm………..$36.00

Make a beautiful basket quilt. Not your usual basket quilt but and exceptional basket quilt. This is a must see and a must do. Level: Intermediate/Advanced Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig

Coffee Filter Fans

Monday, February 23, 2:00pm-5:00pm…………..$18.00

Here is a simplified technique to make perfect foundation pieced fans. Put to use scraps in whatever theme you choose. Try this technique and you will want to make more and more. Rita will teach you all the how-tos and send you on your way to create a masterpiece. Level: Beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Rita Weitendorf

Bow Tucks Purse

Wednesday, March 11, 11:00am-2:00pm…………$18.00

Once you have made one you will want more. A great bag for any outfit. Change the color, change the look. Cathy will teach you all the short cuts to a perfect purse. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Cathy Basirico

Popsicles

Tuesday, March 17, 10:00am-3:00pm………………..$30.00

Just in time for spring! Sweet, bright and fun popsicles. This is a quilt that is fun and perfect for someone going off to college or just someone who loves popsicles. The possibilities are endless. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig

Sensu Sumi

Tuesday, March 24, 12:00pm-4:00pm………………..$24.00

In the style of Sunbonnet Sue whose face was covered by her bonnet …meet Sensu (a Japanese fan) Sumi (female name meaning refined). For this class we will be using a fused, machine-finished edge technique. If you like Asian fabrics and patterns, this one will interest you. Rita not only designed the pattern, she also teaches it. It's a great pattern for variety in your scraps or if you wish to blend all your colors it will work also. A great machine appliqué project. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Rita Weitendorf

Crazy Quilt Sweatshirt

Saturday, March 28, 11:00am - 5:00pm…………..$36.00

If you're looking for a fun project that you can really be creative, this is the class for you. Cathy has mastered the art of turning a sweatshirt into a piece of wearable art. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Cathy Basirico

Shasta Daisies

Tuesday, March 31, 10:00am-4:00pm……………..$36.00

Elizabeth has done it again. Found the perfect pattern to make the perfect quilt. This has a fun spring feel. This would make any young girl want to stay in her room all day. A great appliqué project. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig

Sewphie the Stitcher Doll

Thursday, March 12, 19, & 26th, 10:00-1:00pm……$54.00

This one is just for fun. Margaret will teach you how to make this lovely doll and how to personalize it. This would look great setting on a shelf in your sewing room or make a great gift for a sewing buddy. This is a three part class but well worth the time and money. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Margaret Weinand

Hand Piecing

Monday, March 16, 2:00-5:00pm…………………. $18.00

The art of hand piecing is still alive and kicking. Sally will teach you all the in and outs of hand piecing. Learn how to mark, cut, and piece the old fashioned way. Level: Beginner Instructor: Sally Behrend

Cathedral Windows

Monday, March 23, 2:00-5:00pm…………………..$18.00

This is a great 'take a long project'. Come and learn how to make this beautiful block pattern and work on it all winter. This one is a journey but will worth the time and effort. Level: Beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Sally Behrend

Calling all Chubby Chicks!!!! Don't Forget!!!!!

January 16th, 6:00pm-10:00pm Bring a dish to pass!!

Winter Shoppe Hours

Monday-Saturday 10:00am-5:30pm Sunday 11:00am-5:30pm

Monday Morning Sit and Sew

Come on in every Monday from 10:00am to 1:00pm for our sit and sew. It's free and the coffee is always on. What a great way to meet new friends and get a little sewing done. You're always welcome.

Inspiration for tomorrow's heirlooms…..

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1. Sewline Gluepin
2. Sewline Mechanical Pencil
3. SideWinder Bobbin Winder
4. Bendable Bright Light (electric)
5. Appliqué pressing sheet
6. Printed Treasures Washable- 5 sheets
7. Quick Yo Yo Makers
8. Little Gripper
9. Jelly Finger Thimbles
10. Desk needle threader

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  FYI

Sewing Glossary

Walking Foot Machine - It has a feed mechanism consisting of two presser feet working together and so arranged that they press down alternating upon the work, appearing to walk across the surface of the fabric. This type of feed is also known as alternating presser feet. Walking foot sewing machines are especially useful in situations where the materials being sewn together are difficult to feed through the sewing mechanism consistently.

WOF - Width Of Fabric - from selvage to selvage

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