SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

QuiltSmiths now sells KOALA brand sewing cabinets and chairs!
Come in and see Rita for pricing and ordering information.
These Koala sewing chairs are so much nicer than those cheap chain office supply store chairs, that we are sure you will be thrilled, and so will your back!
 

Now that the holidays are over it’s time to start a new project.  We have new fabrics, new books and patterns, and lots of ideas.  There seems to never be enough time to quilt, but all of us can think about what we’ll do next.  Inspiration is everywhere.

If you made a New Year’s resolution to finish old projects before starting a new one you’re among friends.  Maybe you need a break from that work in progress.  Sometimes it helps to make something quick and easy.  Make a baby quilt, table runner, place mats, napkins or pillowcases.  All would be great gifts or something just for you.

 Good News

Prevention magazine lists sewing as one of the “World’s Best Stress Busters”.  Picking up a needle and thread could be one of the best exercises you can do for your health, according to a new study conducted at the New York University Medical Center.

 The study revealed that women (or men) who sew have a drop in heart rate up to 11 beats per minute.  Sign me up!

 New Stuff

There’s always something new for everyone.  New fabric groups of all styles are arriving.  Check out the sweet Beatrix Potter fabrics in soft baby colors.  New bright and graphic Bohemian prints are so hot.  Laurel Burch’s latest bright and bold fabrics with her signature kitties will make you smile.  New black and whites are as popular as ever.

Classes

New classes are always being added to our schedule.  We’ll have new classes and some old favorites.  Whether you prefer hand or machine piecing, you will find something to enjoy.  Join us for fun and fellowship.

Discounts

We offer a 15% student discount on class supplies.  You can be sure that our fabric is first quality, 100% cotton quilting fabric.  Even if you are a beginner, start with quality quilt shop fabric.  Quality fabric is so much easier to work with, and produces a superior finished project.  We invite you to read the “Quality Essay” by a recognized fabric expert by following the link at the top of the page.

 I encourage you to use “the good stuff” for your quilt projects.  From the time we began QuiltSmiths, way back in 1999, our goal as a business was to promote and teach the art and craft of quilt making so as to continue the legacy of those who came before us.  Since then I’ve observed that working with fabric whether sewing, quilting or other needle work is truly therapeutic.  How wonderful that we can make something beautiful and full of love that also comforts us in the process of creating, as well as in daily use.

 Fat Quarter Drawing

You asked for it.  In February we will begin collecting fat quarters for the drawing.  For every fat quarter you put in the basket we’ll match it with one of ours.  At the end of the month we will draw three names.  The fat quarters will be divided evenly between the three winners.

 It must be 100% cotton, first quality quilt shop fabric that measures 18” X 22”.  Put your name and phone number on a small piece of paper.  Roll the fat quarter and put your name and phone number inside.  Secure with a rubber band.

We love to see completed quilts.  Bring yours in for show and tell.

Hope to see you at our Super Bowl Party.

Happy Stitching!