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The Village Town Crier Volume 6, Issue 4 Autumn 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
I can't believe its autumn already. Now, I just love the fall months, they are my favorite, but where did summer go? I guess that is a sign of old age when you can't figure out where the days have gone. I guess I have just informed all my customers that I am OLD. Maybe I should try again. I have been so busy this year I have missed out on my summer. Now, that's better. I am also now free lancing for McCalls Quick Quilts and McCalls Quilting also. We have a lot of great things happening this fall in the shoppe. Mystery Night, Snipe Night, Retreat, Quilt Show, new samples and lots and lots of new classes; New block exchange, Elizabeth's ALL NEW Sewority, Purse Central, and I have 7 new patterns coming out. We have the new Bali Lama Club (for those of you that like batiks). It's going to be a great fall. We have a lot of fun and exciting things on the schedule so keep reading.
See you all soon. Carolyn
The time of real need will soon be upon us. The Lighthouse of Oakland County is really in need of help. There are a lot of families in the community in need, so if you have an extra jar of peanut butter, jelly, tuna or whatever (non-perishables) just drop it off here at the shoppe and we will make sure it gets to them if you don't have time. We make regular trips to Lighthouse of Oakland County in Clarkston. So if you are feeling grateful in this economy, remember that there are others less fortunate. It's all about community helping community and we Americans know how to help. Giving to someone in need makes you feel great! Also as all you know, I have a real soft spot for children; remember that Lighthouse has a Christmas Store. They try to make sure every child has a Christmas. We are still collecting fun pillowcases and doll quilts for them. Every child should have something for Christmas. Thanks in advance for all your donations and support to help our community.
This Year's Motto: Clean, Organize, and Finish!!!!
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 - ? Everyone is welcome. RVSP please. (248) 391.5727. It's a fun club. October 1, 10:00am-? November 5, 10:00am-? December 3, 10:00am-? January 7, 10:00am-?
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Traci Wright, Nancy Hughson, Amelia Sherman, and Kristina Sauder. 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.
Featured Purse of the Month Every Month See the latest and greatest purses on the market each month. One of us here, at the quilt shoppe, will search out the best of the best and make you a sample each month. We will have that purse on display for you to view and we will also have the pattern available or a kit ready for you to create our pick of the month purse. Purses are in and what better way to get what you like? Make it. This is a great gift item also, for those of you who wish to start your holiday shopping. Now is the time to get busy. This year make a personal gift for each special person on your list. We will have great ideas all through the summer and fall so stop in and see what's up.
For those of you that can't live without your batiks, me included, we have come up with a $16.00 a month batik collection. Each month we will offer a bundle of batiks to feed your need. They will be available the 1st of every month. Come and check them out.
Coffee, Tea or???? Block Exchange
Our last block exchange was such a success that we have decided to do it again. This time the theme is Coffee, Tea, or???? Whatever. Just fill our cups up with what ever. Make 12, and bring them in by January 15, 2010. Our pattern is free. We will mix them up and give you back a fresh and different dozen. This will be a special exhibit next year when we have our annual quilt show. It's really a great way to use up your scrap and broaden your horizons at the same time. Try something different.
Let it Snow and Pick a Bouquet
The block-of-the- months are going strong. I have heard some really interesting ideas already from some of you. I can't wait to see what you do with these two. It should make an interesting Quilt Show next year.
The Great Quilters Escape Retreat to Oscoda October 15, 16, 17, &18th, 2009 Is full!
I apologize to all of you that we didn't have room for. We will be going again in the spring.
Spookville, U.S.A., October 24th, 25th. & 26th
Don't forget to enter your Spookville USA, Halloween or Autumn Quilt! We are also looking for any Halloween quilts you may want to enter in our Special Category Exhibit. We thought it would be really fun to have an exhibit with any Halloween or Autumn theme quilted item. You still have plenty of time to complete your Spookville USA so keep going. It should be a great time to show off your quilts, right before Halloween. The Village is usually decorated nicely and our annual trick or treat is the same Saturday evening. It's a perfect time to come, walk the village, grab lunch and get inspired. See you all there!!! P.S. You can pick up your registration forms at the shoppe.
WHAT"S NEW!!!!
- Batiks, Batiks, and more Batiks!
- Bali Lama feature of the month
- New samples, new classes
- Grabaroos quilting gloves
- All the Sewline Products
- Lots and Lots of New Christmas Fabrics
- Purse Central
- New Bali Pops are here !!
- Batik Scarves
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 cannot 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 .
Mystery Night Friday, October 9, 6:00pm-midnight…$25.00 plus fabric
Come in and we will help you pick out your fabric so you can be ready for a really fun night. You will sit and sew while we do your ironing. Dinner is included along with pop and munchies. Don't you deserve a night out with your quilting buddies? Register early, space is limited.
Snipe Night Sunday, November 15, 6:00pm-10:00pm …………………………………….………$25.00
Come join us for our 6th annual Snipe Night. While the men are hunting, we will too. Fun, Food, Projects and best of all the ones that bag a snipe get great prizes. Bring a paper bag and a flashlight. Register early, space is limited. Level: Intermediate Instructors: Staff
Beginner Quilting Tuesday, October 6 & 20, 10:00-4:00pm………….$72.00
Let Elizabeth teach you all the ins and outs of fabric selection, cutting, and piecing. You will leave this class with a finished small quilt top. If you want to learn to quilt, learn from the best. By the time you finish this class you should be able to do any beginner level quilt top. Level: Beginner Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig
Machine Appliqué Carolyn's Way Thursday, November 19, 10:00-3:00pm…………..$32.00
Learn how to do machine appliqué the easy way. Spend the day learning all the tricks to raw edge fusible appliqué. You will love how it looks when you are done. Level: Beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Carolyn Vagts
Autumn Oaks Plaid Sunday, September 27, 11:00-5:00pm.......$36.00
Let's kick the Fall off with this colorful leaf wall hanging. Combining freeform cutting and fusible appliqué, this project will be a favorite seasonal display for years to come. Level: Beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig
Kaffe's Wedding Quilt Saturday, October 3, 11:00-5:00pm……………..…$36.00
Want something soft and easy…these Lemoyne Stars have on inset seams. They go together in a flash and if you love strips, they will help these stars dance across the quilt. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig
Bow Tucks Purse Saturday, October 10, 11:00-2:00pm……………….$18.00
This popular purse is back again. It's a classic. It's easy to make and easy to use. Cathy will give you a choice between the original or the mini. Once you make one you will want to make more. Level: beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Cathy Basirico
It's a Wrap Bowl Class Monday, November 23, 2:00-5:00pm………………..$18.00
Sally will teach you how to make a bowl in an afternoon using up your scrap strips. These would make great Christmas gifts. You will need a machine with a zig zag stitch. Level: Beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Sally Behrend
Hand Piecing Monday, November 16, 2:00-5:00pm……………….$18.00
Looking for a hand piecing project? Well here it is. Sally will teach you how to cut and piece this cute wall hanging. Once you complete this project you will feel confident enough to take on something bigger. Level: Beginner Instructor: Sally Behrend
Sweet Tuesday, November 3, 10:00-4:00pm……………..$36.00
Want to learn paper piecing and curved piecing? This quilt combines both for a wonderful candy-like project. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig
Convergence Placemats Friday, October 23, 10:00-2:00pm………………..$24.00 Or Saturday, October 24, 10:00-2:00pm………….$24.00
If you are looking for a fun technique and want to try it on a small project, here it is. Ginelle will walk you through the process and you will go home with some beautiful placemats. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Ginelle Rodriguez
Wheels, Logs and Chains Wednesday, November 18, 10:00-2:00pm…………$24.00
Looking for something different? Well, here it is. Great quilt to use up your scraps. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Ginelle Rodriguez
Unusual Lone Star Saturday, November, 14, 10:00-4:00pm…………..$36.00
Interested in taking your paper piecing skill a step further? This Karen K. Stone quilt takes you out of that block after block routine and challenges you to use other techniques. Level: Intermediate/Advanced Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig
Reflections Saturday, December 12, 10:00-4:00pm……………$36.00
Reminiscence of the Ying and the Yang, this project is great to use up some of those "What was I thinking when I purchased that?" stash. Freezer paper machine appliqué and the simple use of light and dark values make this quilt seem to spin. You may need to take some Dramamine when working on this one. Level: Intermediate/ Advanced Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig
Machine Quilting Sunday, October 25. 10: 00 - 3:00pm………………..$30.00 Or Tuesday, December 1, 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
Elizabeth's Appliqué Day The first Sunday of every month…………………...$15.00
Many of you are in the midst of projects started, and some of you need to get going. This class is an open workshop that will benefit everyone. Come join in the fun whether you are experienced or just beginning. Hand appliqué only please. October 4, November 1, & December 6, 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. September 26, 6:00pm-10:00pm October 23, 6:00pm-10:00pm November 20, 60:00pm-10:00pm December 18, 6:00pm-10:00pm
The Tulip Purse Tuesday, September 22, 10:00 - 1:00pm…………..$18.00 Tuesday, November 17, 10:00-1:00pm…………….$18.00
Come spend the morning with me and I will teach you how to make this adorable purse. It looks more complicated than it is. Check out the sample. Once you make one, they are like potato chips, you have to make another. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Carolyn Vagts
Duffle Bag Purse Thursday, September 24 10:00-2:00pm………………$24.00 Saturday, November 28, 10:00-2:00pm…………..…..$24.00
This is a cute all purpose bag. Use it for a purse or a small duffle bag. If you pre quilt your fabric you will be taking home a finished bag. Come in and see the sample. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Carolyn Vagts
Van Gogh's Starry Night Thursday, November 12, 10:00-3:00pm…………….$ 32.00 Or Saturday, November 7, 11:30-4:30pm…….…..…$32.00
Create your own masterpiece using scraps. This is a really fun way to express yourself through fabric. Learn to paint with fabric instead of a brush. If art is where your heart is, this is the class for you. Level: Beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Carolyn Vagts
Snip-it Christmas Tree Tuesday, October 13,10:00-1:00pm, & October 27,10:00-12:00noon…………………………………….……...$36.00
Back by popular demand. Learn to paint with fabric, well at least that is how it looks. Create a Christmas heirloom to pass down from generation to generation. It's a great project to learn how to use up your scraps and found treasures. Learn how to create texture, dimension and have fun at the same time. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Carolyn Vagts
Stash Management "Sewority" The first Sunday of each month………….………. $15.00
If you joined us during the winter and spring, you have many ideas on organizing and using your fabric stash. Now let's put it to use. Our first meeting is October should get things going nicely. We will begin our Medallion Stash Eater. Each month we will add a new border to our center. Elizabeth will be designing this as we go, so every month will be a surprise, and some months you will have options. This time we will actually be sewing class, so space is limited. Please make sure to reserve your spot if you are interested. Sunday, October 4, 2:30-5:00pm Sunday, November 1, 2:30-5:00pm December 6, 2:30-5:00pm Level: All Instructor: Elizabeth Helwig
Cathedral Windows Monday, October 19, 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 well worth the time and effort. Level: Beginner/Intermediate Instructor: Sally Behrend
Christmas Tree Skirt Saturday, November 21, 10:00-2:00pm…………….$24.00
Make this beautiful tree skirt to match your holiday décor. Or make one for each person on your list. Tree skirt patterns are limited so check this one out. Level: Intermediate Instructor: Ginelle Rodriguez
Autumn 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.
- Shadow Box Quilt
- Grids and Grommets Purse
- Birdy Sling
- Sewline Glue pen
- Sewline Mechanical Pencil
- Purse Grommets
- Appliqué pressing sheet
- Art Glue and Glitter
- Printed Treasures Washable- 5 sheets
- Quick Yo Yo Makers
- Little Gripper
- Jelly Finger Thimbles
- Desk needle threader
Inspiration for tomorrow's heirlooms…..
Top 3 Patterns
Top 10 Notions
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FYI Standard Bed Batting Sizes
Bed Size Mattress size Bed size Batting size Crib 23" x 46" Crib 45" x 60" Twin 39" x 75" Twin 72" x 90" Double 54" x 75" Double 81" x 96" Queen 60" x 80" Queen 90" x108" King 76" x 80" King 120"x120"
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