We stopped by Marcia Derse's booth at quilt market to see how she was displaying her new line of fabrics set to arrive any day now. The bolts are leaving Chicago today and should be arriving Tuesday or Wednesday. Cathy and I got really excited when we saw them displayed.
She is also re-releasing previous prints. Some were so popluar in the store that we ordered more bolts.
Marchia and I sat down for a photo op in her flea market chairs with re-upholstered cushions made from her fabrics.
Hi Everyone,
Spring 2012 Quilt Market was last week in Kansas City, MO. Cathy and I went to see what's new and to check out what we'd been missing since our last market. We came back after ordering new fabric finds and searching out some great new patterns. I'll post about our adventures during the next couple of weeks.
We ran into one of our favorite authors of the moment, Kim Schaefer. She's also one of yours since I can not keep her newest book on the shelves for more than a couple of days. Don't worry though, C&T Publishing is sending me ample copies this week!
We talked with her a bit about her new line of fabric. It has great color and fun circular shapes - one of Kim's trademarks. Her fabric should be in the shop soon. It's the perfect blend of color and whimsy for the summer months ahead. This a quilt made from the new line:
It was great to meet Kim and her husband. She loves working with C&T Publishing and Andover Fabrics.
I'll introduce you to new names and faces, as well as some of our favorites in upcoming blog posts.
May's Table Runner Tuesday will be held at 6:30pm on May 29th. Diamonds, strip piecing, bias edges and color blocking will be discussed while you begin making this runner. Click here to read more and register.
Hi Everyone,
I just finished this fun, bold wall hanging. I started thinking it could also make a great baby quilt, or be resized for a throw any college kid would love to have. Although it took me way too long to finish, if you can find a day, or two for the throw, it goes together very easily once you know the process. Lots of bang for the time and money!
I hope you can join us for a few hours to have some fun! The pattern is included in the class.
ON A STRING
Monday, May 21st
6:30pm - 9pm
$32.00 - Includes Pattern
Click the quilt to view the website page.
Arriving yesterday from Alexander Henry-
Hi Everyone,
We have a new table runner class for April. Since we're late getting it out there we've changed the date to APRIL 24th at 6:30pm. Click the photo to sign up online or give us a call at 651.340.8263.
The design is not difficult but we're going to cover things like fabric choices to get a more luminous effect, keeping your points accurate when binding, and blocking your quilt to get a square/rectangular shape. So, although the piecing isn't difficult, these hints will give any project a more refined, finished look.
NEW ARRIVALS!
First, the Ghaustlies are here! See Family Reunion in "puke" (yes, puke green) and white. See our March 24th post for pictures. Grab some to add to your Halloween stash or design a quilt now!
Yesterday, our Michael Miller arrived. Laura Gunn's new collection and many of her Painter's Canvas solid-like colors are now on the shelves.
The last photo, painter's canvas in indigo, is one of nine new colors!
Come in and see us to view these fabrics in person. The colors are very intense and saturated. They are quite beautiful.
Faye
Although a simple pattern, this runner uses a couple of tricks to create a sophisticated and dramatic look. Come join in the fun on Tuesday, April 24th at 6:30pm.
Click the photo to see the description and supply list.
From now through next Friday, April 6th, 2012, sign up online for any of our Saturday classes and recieve a $12.00 discount. Our offering include:
Intaglio, April 7th
Free Motion Quilting, April 21st
Confetti Landscapes, April28th
Fun Protraits, June 2
CLICK HERE TO VIEW CLASS DETAILS
If you've never used our online registration process, step-by-step instructions are below:
- Click the link above. It will open a new window for you so you can still see these instructions.
- The link above takes you to Twin Cities Quilting's website page of classes.
- If a class sounds of interest to you click on the title of the class and a new page will come up that includes the supply list and an "add to cart" button.
- click on the "Add to Cart" button and a new page will appear with a list of the items you've purchased.
- Now you can either click on "check out" or "return to shopping".
- If you click "Return to Shopping" your cart will still be there. If you purchase anything else you will be taken back to the ordering page. When you are done shopping every page has a "View Cart" button. Click this button to continue the check process.
- You will be guided through the process of adding your information and entering your credit/debit card information. Twin Cities Quilting cart system is a "https" system, meaning that your credit card and address information is safe and no one will see it but us. Actually, all we recieve is your order. Your credit card information is incripted and processed just like in the store. You will receive a reciept to print at the end of the process.
If you have problems with this please call us at the store. We will be happy to answer your questions.
The fabrics are arriving daily. These Alexander Henry collections arrived about ten days ago but sold out before I could get them posted. I've been able to get many restocked. If you're a fan of the bright colorway of Alexander Henry's Metro line it is now unavailable- they ran out! But here is what I was able to get:
From Africa:
From their Metro collection:
And the next group of fabrics I received yesterday. Don't laugh at me please, but those of you in the know will think it a bit odd that I purchased the next designer. I'm really suprised! Her fabrics are absolutely gorgeous though. Rich, textured, incredible depth, beautiful color combination are just some of the ways I'd describe her new line. For me, her collection seemed current and beautifully artistic. This artist is Jinny Beyer with her new line Rajasthan:
I also have more blenders and border prints to choose from.
And last! Coming soon!
THE GHASTLIES!
