It is definitely winter in Minnesota. Only flurries today on top of our 4 – 5 feet of snow. The sun has been missing for a while. I miss that more than the green grass. But – there are ways to make the days seem brighter. Let’s make a quilt out of bright, springy or summery fabrics. Fabrics that make one think of the tropics or summer picnics. We have fabrics and kits available for just that. There are new samples in the shop to help inspire you to think warmer weather. That summer birthday and the fourth of July will be here before we know it and hey! – - – that quilt for the season will be ready if you get started now. Of course, those seasonal table runners are always fun to have ready before you would like to use them (some of us are a little slow for this year so making Christmas runners is still an option to be ready for next year – right?).
I know I am strange and have had people tell me so but I really don’t mind winter – guess it is in my genetic heritage. Therefore, I really enjoy working with flannels when it is cold outside. There are several to choose from in the shop – everything from snowmen to wildlife to florals. I wish you would come in and buy all the floral flannel because then I can take my sample home and snuggle under it. I loved making it because I like to pet the fabric.
The Shopping Cart has gone live. It is continuing to grow over time. You may find things on the website that is not yet in the shopping cart. Just give us a call or email and we can help you out. Our fat quarters and fat eighths are not on the website or in the shopping cart but we have numerous ones in the store.
Plans are very much in progress for Minnesota Shop Hop 2011. You can preview the fabric by googling Minnesota Shop Hop online. You will note that The Quilting Patch is in the north central district now which may change your planning for routes. Check it out.
The Quilting Patch is offering a beginner’s class starting 2/15/11 which is a Tuesday from 6:00 – 8:00. You will receive help in all areas of quilting and will have a completed project by the end. Register with 319 Community Ed – 218-885-1280 ext.369. Come and join us – we have a good time.
Come and see us soon. Remember we are always here to help you with any sewing problems.
Janet, Jan & Donna
