Our ANNUAL FALL CRAWL was three successful days of shopping at regional quilt shops. Thank you to all that participated. What a great group of folks to put up with two days of rain and a tornado warning. The Grand Prize winner of the Tutto rolling tote and matching embroidery bag was Tori Blaufuss of Garnett, KS. Second prize which was a tote with $100.00 of notions inside went to Jackie Dunlap of Gardner, KS. Numerous other drawings were held at the individual shops, congratulations to all the winners.
It's time to get all of your Christmas quilts and projects started so they will be finished in time. Check out our list of classes and pick out a couple to help you with your Christmas shopping. Bali Sky can be completed in a couple of days and would make a terrific gift. And speaking of Christmas, we have a great class for all the kids out there who want to learn to sew. Connie is teaching a table runner class that will allow the kids to learn the basics of sewing quilt Charm Squares together while making a Christmas present for mom.
Don't know how to quilt? Roxie's Beginning Quilters Are Quilters Too class is just for you. She will guide you through all of the maze of quilt terminology and techniques. Have you ever wanted to try applique? We have classes scheduled that involve three different applique techniques. Malia's Applique For Dummies is a very basic applique class that anyone can tackle. My class, Beginning Needleturn Applique, involves the traditional needleturn method and my other class, Back Basting, is just another method to simply applique.
Another potential Christmas gift! Stack-n-Whack is back! Connie is bringing back an old standard with new ideas. Bethany Reynolds has a new book out celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Stack-n-Whack method. Make sure you check out Connie's class too! Stay tuned for more on our quilt classes and for now...Happy Quilting. Mindy Peterson
KNITTING CLASSES Oct-December '08 CLASS SCHEDULE and SUPPLY LIST
For all classes except Beginners, please bring your knitting accessories such as markers, holders, crochet hook, tapestry needle, scissors, tape, etc.
Beginner - No knowledge of knitting or refresher for those who haven’t knitted in a very long time Intermediate Beginner - can cast on and knit, and perhaps bind off, but may need help or reminders now and then. Advanced Beginner - can cast on, knit and bind off. helpful if you know how to purl but its not mandatory. You should be somewhat comfortable knitting and ready for just a little challenge Intermediate - can cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Can increase and/or decrease and very comfortable with knitting-ready to develop your skills. Advanced - can cast on, knit, purl, bind-off, increase/decrease/shaping,, and can work on all needle types including circular and double points and ready for just about anything and looking for new techniques and challenges.
Private Instruction Available Knitting or Spinning $15 per hour
Beginner Knitting - FAST FINGERLESS GLOVES
Learn to Cast On, Knit and Bind Off in this new beginner class. These work up quickly for instant gratification and super gifts.
Thursdays 10/09 or 11/05 5-7pm 12/11 6-8pm
Thursdays 10/09 10/23 11am-12pm & 4-5pm or 11/6 4-5pm 12/11 11am-12pm
PRINCESS SWEATER
A trendy sweater that is flattering to all figure types. High waisted cardigan with comfortable bell sleeves.You choose the yarn for a custom made look. Sally called this one first and its a winner.
Level: Intermediate
Thursdays 10/9 & 10/23 Noon-2pm
Hip and classic at the same time, this classic cabeled beret is oversized for a soft new look.
Level: Intermediate
Thursday 10/23 2-4pm
~~~~~~~~~~~~
BEEHIVE HAT
By popular demand, we are offering the super cute beehive hat. Donna picked this one.Check out the sample. Its BEE-utiful.
Level: Advanced Beginner
Thursdays 10/23 5-6pm and 10/30 6-7pm
~~~~~~~~~~~~
A lovely long sweater, just the thing for those frosty days ahead. This one is Miriam's pick--wait til you see the lovely stuff she is using!
Level: Intermediate
Thursdays 10/30 & 11/6 11am-1pm
Perfect slip-ons with a needlefelted accent - fun to make and a great gift - make a pair for everyone this year!
Level: Advanced Beginner
Thursdays 10/30 & 11/6 1-2pm
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
I can't remember whether Sue or Sally picked this one. Whatever your party, you will love this comfortable classic.
Level: Intermediate
Thursdays 10/30 and 12/11 2-4pm
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Sue likes a challenge and she picked this awesome sweater that features different cables in a vertical stripe design with basketweave sleeves - time to learn some new skills then show them off. Relax, cables are much easier than they look.
Level: Advanced
2 (2 hr) Sessions - Class Fee $50
~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Level: Advanced
Thursdays 11/6 2-4pm and 12/11 12pm-2pm
September Newsletter
We're sure everyone is just about settled into their summer-is-over routine!! Time to really start thinking about those cold weather projects. How about getting started on those things for the Holiday Season? You know how much people appreciate hand-made items.
OUR BIG NEWS IS THAT WE ARE PARTICIPATING IN OUR FIRST SHOP HOP - WE'RE CALLING IT THE FALL CRAWL. FOUR OTHER QUILT SHOPS (PAOLA, GARNETT, EUDORA & OSAWATOMIE) ARE JOINING US FOR THIS FUN EVENT.
DATES FOR THE FALL CRAWL ARE:
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 9:00-7:00
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 9:00 -7:00
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 9:00-5:00
Each store will have a $25.00 gift certificate drawing and a progressive sale. Buy $25-$200 and receive 15% off, spend over $100 and receive 20% off. Visit all five shops and be eligible to win Grand Prize Drawings and several other Give-aways.
Grand Prizes are:
Large Tutto Luggage Sewing Machine Travel Case & Serger Accessory Bag
Carry-all Tote with 'goodies'.
Each shop will have the same patterned quilt displayed but they will all be made from different fabrics. When you visit each shop you will get the pattern for "one" row of the quilt so after stopping at each shop, you will have a complete pattern.
RETREAT???
O.K., it's almost knitter's retreat time if anyone is interested. We would like to take another stab at it. We did learn from our first attempt. Please let us hear from you. E-mail us at needles3@mokancomm.net.
1. When would be a good time for you.
2. One or two nights?
3. Would you want a class or just a chance to hang out, sit & knit
KNIT-A-LONG: We had such success with our bags for the first knit-a-long that we have picked our second project--the Great American Aphgan! This is a beautiful aphgan that you just have to see to appreciate. We will meet two days a month . Each month we will all work on the same square. We will have two months on and then skip a month so everyone can hopefully catch up if you get behind. then we will have two months on again. Get it? Anyway, please do come in and take a look at the pattern and hopefully decide to join us! For September, the first meeting will beTuesday, September 9 at 10:00 , and then Friday, september 26 at 10:00.
COMING IN OCTOBER: We are participating in a program called Back in the Swing. Here's how it works: Purchase a Back in the Swing shopping card for $25.00 and during the week of October 13th - October 19th participating retailers offer up to 20% discount on regular priced merchandise. 100% of your $25 shopping card purchase price is donated to local programs and research to improve breast cancer survivors' physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing. Stop by or call the shop for more info. Our quilting, knitting, spinning and felting classes follow. Please let us know if you want to take a class but the scheduled time is bad. We will try to work with you.REMEMBER TO FLY YOUR AMERICAN FLAG ON SEPTEMBER 11th!!!!!
Quilt Quips
Summer is almost over, the kids are back in school and we are moving towards fall and winter. And...you know what that means? Christmas! How many of you have started your quilted Christmas gifts? Do we have a plan for you! Check out our list of classes and pick out a couple to help you with your Christmas shopping. Bali Sky or Appli-Cake can be completed in a couple of days and would make terrific gifts.
And speaking of Christmas, we have a great class for all the kids out there who want to learn to sew. Connie is teaching a table runner class that will allow the kids to learn the basics of sewing quilt Charm Squares together while making a Christmas present for mom.
Don't know how to quilt? Roxie's Beginning Quilters Are Quilters Too class is just for you. She will guide you through all of the maze of quilt terminology and techniques. Have you ever wanted to try applique? We have classes scheduled that involve three different applique techniques. Malia's Applique For Dummies is a very basic applique class that anyone can tackle. My class, Beginning Needleturn Applique, involves the traditional needleturn method and my other class, Back Basting, is just another method to simply applique.
Malia is also teaching her Hand Quilting class. She furnishes the hoops and thimbles so you are able to try out those tools first before you make the purchase. Her quilting is exquisite. You really should try out her class.
Roxie is also teaching a finishing class. We sometimes forget about the last part of the quilt - the binding and labeling. She will clear up some of the mysteries of how to get that binding looking just right! One of her other classes is the 9 Degree Circle Quilt. Stop by the shop and check out the sample of this quilt. It is beautiful. Another potential Christmas gift!
Stack-n-Whack is back! Connie is bringing back an old standard with new ideas. Bethany Reynolds has a new book out celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Stack-n-Whack method. Make sure you check out Connie's class too!
Stay tuned for more on our quilt classes and for now...Happy Quilting. Mindy Peterson
Classes
Quilt Coopers ~ Bring a project and join in for some great social time with your fellow quilters. The club is very informal. Hand applique, machine applique, machine piecing, hand quilting, the sky is the limit! This is a perfect opportunity to complete a UFO or start a new project away from those ringing phones and other distractions. The club is scheduled from 10:00 to 12:00 but we can always grab some lunch and stitch until the shop closes. It's our choice. (Beginner to Advanced) Club Leader: Mindy Peterson FREE!
October 10, 2008~~~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
November 21, 2008~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
December 19, 2008~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
9-Degree Circle Rulers RULE! ~ Machine piecing & rotary cutting experience required. (Advanced Beginner) Teacher: Roxie West $35.00
December 3, 2008~~~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
December 10, 2008~~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Stack-n-Whack ~ Join us in our celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Stack-n-Whack method. What is Stack-n-Whack? It is an easy way to create quilt blocks with unique kaleidoscope designs. These designs require a set of identical pieces cut from a print fabric. Rather than finding and cutting each piece individually, a quilter can cut and layer a number of large, identical print rectangles to make a stack. Quick and easy! (Advanced Beginner) Teacher: Connie Spillman $35.00
October 17, 2008~~~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Hand Quilting ~ This class is based on the book by the late Roxanne McElroy, one of the best quilters of our time. Whether you are a new quilter or an experienced quilter, you will learn the basics and techniques of making the perfect stitch. Most failed hand quilters don’t realize it isn’t the person that is the problem – it’s the products chosen to construct the quilt that create difficulties. This class will guide you through products to obtain good results for your quilting projects. Hoops and thimbles are on loan for this class. Just bring yourself and a cheery attitude, and a bag to put your project in at the end of class. (Beginner) Teacher: Malia Webb $35.00 with a $17.00 kit fee, which includes mini quilt, batting, backing, needles, hand outs, and thread
October 18, 2008~~~~~~~12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Beginning Quilters Are Quilters Too! ~ Start your quilt with fat quarters and the 256 Fat Quarter Quilt Blocks from House of White Birches ( the book is available at Needle Nest ). Roxie will help you make that first quilt or your NEXT quilt. A series of 3 classes will include: cutting, piecing, stitching and ideas for finishing your quilt with borders and quilting suggestions. Beginning quilters are welcome, along with anyone that would like a refresher class. (Beginner) Teacher: Roxie West $60.00
October 15, 2008~~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
October 22, 2008~~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
October 29, 2008~~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
My First Quilting Experience ~ Calling all kids! Connie is going to use the 5” Charm Squares to teach you how to make a cute table runner that will be a great Christmas present for mom (shhhh!!!). You will learn the basics of how to piece and sew blocks on a sewing machine. (Beginner) Teacher: Connie Spillman $20.00
November 1, 2008~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Some Finishing Touches ~ After planning, piecing, and stitching - how do you finish the quilt? Roxie will show you how to bind a quilt using double fold, straight of the grain binding. The binding will be machine stitched with mitered corners and you have the option of hand or machine stitching the binding to the back of the quilt. All quilts deserve a label. Ideas for labels and how to make a simple label will be discussed in the class. A finished quilt will not be used in this class. A small square quilt sandwich will be used for the lesson. (Beginner) Teacher: Roxie West $20.00
November 5, 2008~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Beginning Needleturn Applique ~ Have you ever wanted to learn how to do make those beautiful applique quilts but have always thought that applique was the awful “A” word? Take the plunge and join us for some fun. In this class you will learn about the needleturn applique stitch as well as tips and tools of the trade. (Beginner) Teacher: Mindy Peterson $25.00
November 7, 2008~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Bali Sky ~ Have you ever wanted to make a Carpenter’s Star quilt but dreaded those “Y” seams? Beginners take heart! This traditional star is not as complicated as it looks. This is a 36” x 36” finished wall hanging which uses 8 fat quarters and background fabrics for the center and scrappy border. Half square triangle units are sewn into sections and the sections then sewn to form the center of the quilt. Machine piecing & rotary cutting experience required. (Advanced Beginner) Teacher: Mindy Peterson $35.00 plus pattern fee of $8.00
November 19, 2008~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Back Basting: A Different Approach To Applique ~ A method of applique that gives super-accurate results, yet uses no glue, starch, freezer paper, fusible web, fusible interfacing, vinyl or tracing paper? Sounds to good to be true? With just fabric, needle, thread, scissors and a marking tool, you can create beautiful applique results the first time. (Beginner) Teacher: Mindy Peterson $20.00
December 5, 2008~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Applique For Dummies ~ For beginners of those wishing to obtain better results, learn the right techniques now with freezer paper and needleturn will become much easier down the road. Pattern selected can be made with batiks, tone on tone prints, marbles, or hand dyed fabrics – the pattern shows hand dyed, while the sample has tone on tones, and can be completed in a week or so. Thread recommended is a 60 weight silk finish cotton 2 ply in the color to be appliqued, or silk; the shop will be able to guide you for the best choice of thread for your fabrics. The shop can also make up a kit for you to enable you to select from a range of pieces. (Beginner) Teacher: Malia Webb $20.00 with a $8.00 to $12.00 kit fee and a $.50 pattern fee
December 6, 2008~~~~~~10:00 to 12:00 p.m.
KNITTING CLASSES
Please note the following changes/additions for the September Schedule.
We have postponed the Talia vest for a later date and we are replacing it with the Bristol Vest. The sample should be in store for viewing - this is a flattering vest and warm - just the thing for those cool autumn mornings which seem to be coming a little early this year.
CLASS SCHEDULE and SUPPLY LIST
Please sign up as soon as possible as these will fill up quickly and no less than 24 hours in advance of your class. You are not considered signed up until you have paid your fee. You may purchase supplies the day of class but please come at least 1/2 hour early so it doesn’t take away from your class time. For all classes except Beginners, please bring your knitting accessories such as markers, holders, crochet hook, tapestry needle, scissors, tape, etc.
KEY TO CLASS LEVELS: Each class description gives a minimum level of skills needed to attend the class. Don’t be intimidated. Most people can knit and add to their skills each time they learn something new. Our classes are planned to build your skills. We try to match the levels with the class as close as possible, but you may be in-between levels or just not sure. Don’t hesitate to ask us if a class would be right for you.
Beginner - No knowledge of knitting or refresher for those who haven’t knitted in a very long time.
Intermediate Beginner - can cast on and knit, and perhaps bind off, but may need help or reminders now and then.
Advanced Beginner - can cast on, knit and bind off. helpful if you know how to purl but its not mandatory. You should be somewhat comfortable knitting and ready for just a little challenge. Intermediate - can cast on, knit, purl and bind off. Can increase and/or decrease and very comfortable with knitting-ready to develop your skills.
Advanced - can cast on, knit, purl, bind-off, increase/decrease/shaping,, and can work on all needle types including circular and double points and ready for just about anything and looking for new techniques and challenges.
****** Private Instruction Available Knitting or Spinning $15 per hour ******
Knewfangled Knitiots Club ~ Calling all new and old Knitiot’s. Since many of you have finished your afghans, we are staring a Knewfangled Knitiots club so we can continue to learn new stitches. Bring a skein of yarn and the needles recommended on your label and we will learn TWO new stitch patterns each session. We will be doing swatches that you can use for lots of things. For those of you that want to continue the afghan, we will be doing that too at the same time. This is an ongoing class that you can join anytime. Each session is only $10.00 and after each 5 sessions, you get a freebie - no long term commitment required, just sign up at least 24 hours before the monthly session, space permitting. 1 Hour Session Meeting 4th Thursdays Monthly (occasionally this may change - always check the calendar!! ) Fee $10.00 per session attend 5 sessions and your 6th is free! Attend 11 and your 12th is free as well..... We have a limited number of spots available so...... don’t miss your chance to be a KNITIOT!!! Join us now!
The Coop Group ~ Join The Coop Group - FREE! Bring your projects & byob Please sign up ahead. 6-9pm Third Tuesdays Monthly
September 16, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
October 21, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
November 18, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
December 16, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
HELP!?%& ~ Need help with your project? Don’t know how to get started? Bring in anything that is just not working and we’ll get you going. Nothing is too hard for Brenda.....Rhonda said so. 1 (1 hr) Session - (All Levels) Class Fee $10.00
September 4, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Beginning Spinning Wheel ~ This is a beginning class for those with no experience or those who have tried spinning and want a little more guidance and practice. You will spend most of the class time actually spinning on a spinning wheel. We will have spinning wheels available for your use during class. Watch for more advanced spinning and fiber preparation classes in future newsletters. Beginner Materials - 3 ounces wool or mohair roving @ $3.00-$5.00 Total Materials $10.00-15.00 1 (2 hr) Session - (Beginner) Class Fee $30.00
September 4, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Back To School Sweater ~ I call this the Back to School sweater because I used to love it when the weather began to cool down and I would dream of all the new soft and comfy sweaters I would buy if I had a billion dollars for my back to school wardrobe. Most of us are all grown up now (for quite some time) and this can be your "Back to School Sweater".....or maybe since the kids are "Back to School"....now you actually have time to knit a sweater. Anyway you want to justify it, this is one beautiful sweater. Another project from the Katia #54 Summer Collection. Needles: #6 Circular 24" Pattern: Katia #54 $15.00 Yarn: 6 Skeins Brown Sheep Cotton Fleece @ $8.00 Total materials: $ 63.00 + Needles 2 (2 hr) Session - (Intermediate +) Class Fee $50.00
September 4, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
September 25, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Bumble Bag ~ A Fun unfelted bag with lots of style. Needles: #11 Long Straights or Circular 24” and above Pattern: Laines Du Nord Simple Knits $18.00 Yarn: Endless choices! (We'll Help!) 2 (2 hr) Sessions - (Intermediate Beginner) Class Fee $50.00
September 6, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Beginner Knitting ~ FAST FINGERLESS GLOVES. Learn to Cast On, Knit and Bind Off in this new beginner class. These work up quickly for instant gratification. Needles: #15 or #17 LONG WOOD Straights Pattern: Knit Knut Fast Fingerless Gloves $6.50 Yarn: 1 skein - Circus $15.00 Total materials: $21.50 + Needles 1 (2 hr) Session - (Beginner) Class Fee $25.00
September 6, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
September 16, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Bristol Vest ~ Pattern: Bristol Yarn Gallery - Lafayette VestYarn: Multiple Choices - Ask in Store2 (2 hr) Session - Class Fee $50.00
September 11, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
October 9, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
My First Hat ~ By popular demand. I have had several requests for a simple hat for those who are ready to take on the challenge of knitting in the round. This is the easiest way to learn how to manage double pointed needles. This class is your ticket to a whole new world. 1 (2 hr) Session - Class Fee $25.00
September 11, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Simple Shoulder Bag ~ This is a customer favorite. You won’t believe how cute it is. You won’t believe you made it! Beginner Needles: #11 Long Straights - Not Shorts Pattern: Knit Knut Simple Shoulder Bag $6.50 Yarn: 2 skeins Galway in 2 different colors @ $5.99 1 skein Dragonfly @ $9.20 Total materials - $28.00 + needles 1 (2 hr) Session - (Advanced Beginner) Class Fee $25.00
September 11, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Easy Socks ~ Here is your introduction to sock making. Once you master the Easy Socks, you’ll never buy another pair. Needles: #7 Double Points Pattern: Ann Norling Adult Socks $4.00 Yarn: 1 skein - 200 yards Encore or other worsted $5.79 or for Fancier Socks - 2 skeins Baby Alpaca Worsted @ $6.99 Total materials: $10.00 - $20.00 + Needles 1 (4 hr) Session - (Advanced Beginner + Up) Class Fee $35.00
September 16, 2008~~~~~~~~~~~~12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
