Can you believe it's almost September already? Where did the summer go?

What's new at My Favorite Quilt Shop?

Recent new arrivals...

"Chalk Talk" from Blank Textiles. A fun collection of 16 bright tone on tones. Great for children's projects.

"Ellie Ann" by Benartex. Designed by Eleanor Burns , this collection of 21 bolts of romantic english rose inspired fabrics in tones of periwinkle, pink, and mango sing to your inner spirit.â€‹

"Postcard Garden" from Red Roster Water color Nature inspired stamps and coordinating fabrics make any guest bedroom a delightful resting area.â€‹

â€‹Kona Bay brings us Asian inspired " Garden of Dreams" . Emerald greens and dark coral combine to make a fabulous collection.
Kaffe Fasset from Wetminster - 10 new prints you simply must see.â€‹

"Glacier Park" from Benartex. If you liked "Fossil Fern", you are going to LOVE Glacier Park. â€‹

"Dino Roars" from Michael Miller - a great childrens line. Contemporary colors make this a must have, even if you don't want dino's.â€‹

Flannels - Hand dyed sueded flannels from Marcus Brothers are so rich and deep in color they make that perfect winter snuggle quillt.â€‹

SPX Fabrics brings us "Wee Wild Life". Who doesn't life baby wildlife - adorable!!

Green Bay Area Shop Hop
October 17,18,19, 2013

Mark your calendars, the Green Bay Area Shop Hop is right around the corner. Make sure to visit all six shops to receive a special shop hop pattern and qualify for the grand prize...a trip to Door County resort High Point Inn. Have a romantic weekend with your best squeeze or invite a friend (or two) and have a quilting get-a-way.

2013 Schedule

September - Labor Day - closed (Sep 2)

October - Halloween
Green Bay Area Shop Hop Oct 17 - 19

November - Thanksgiving - closed (Nov 28)

December - Christmas - Closed Dec 24 & 25)

Zippers, zippers, zippers!!! Many colors to choose from. 14 inch zippers only $1.10.

Quilting retreat. June 6, 7, 8, 2014. Join Jana at the Pestigo River Rentals for a great weekend of sewing. No cooking or cleaning - just sewing and hanging out with friends. Space is limited to 20, so there will be lots of space to spread out. Reserve your space now for just $75. Total retreat cost is $175 covers four person condo accommodations for two nights, 6 meals and snacks and a lot of fun.

Remember....we offer rotary blade sharpening and exchange. Bring me your dull 45 mm blades, I'll exchange your dull blade for a resharpened blade for only $2.00. OR have your blade sharpened for $1.50 (one week turn around time).

Sew Steady Tables

I know this has been on your wish list... stop by the shop and select the size that works best for you. Available for any machine - even sergers!! Four sizes available, prices range from $57 to $184.

Sew Spooky

Ok - I know you may not get this done for Halloween 2013, but start now- and have it done for 2014.

â€œSew Spookyâ€ Block of the month - 6 month program

$25.00 sign-up fee $25 per month
Program limited to 6 people
Quilt finishes to 61â€ x 73â€.
Six month appliquÃ© and embellishment program. Patterns include 5 houses, a quick pieced candy corn border and a fusible appliquÃ© batty border.
Program includes patterns, accessory pack, buttons and fabrics. Month 6 includes a coupon for 20% off your backing purchase (4.25 yards).

Classes

ALL classes are suitable for the confident beginner!!

Sign up soon, class size is limited to 4 and will be cancelled if class does not have at least 4 participants.

Please consider purchasing your supplies at the shop, this helps support the ability to offer classes. Supply list available at time of registration.

September 17 Chenille

$35.00 5pmâ€”8pm (Tuesday)
Chenille cutting tool and pattern will be required.
Learn to make chenille - great fro scarves for throws. Best fabric choices include home spun woven, flannel, or shot cotton.

October 15 Folded Star by Moda

$35.00 5pmâ€”8pm (Tuesday)
Pattern will be supplied in class.
Fun small project that will dazzle the admirer for a long time.

Also...check out the classes availabe through NWTC - at the Artisan Center on Ceder St. Ask Jana for her teaching schedule.

Fall NWTC Classes:
Learn to Long Arm
Monday Sept 9 - Oct 14 1pm to 4pm (85171)
Wednesday Sept 11 - Oct 16 5:30pm to 8:30pm (85170)
(These classes are in jeopardy of being cancelled due to lack of registrations - NOW is the time to act!!)

Monday Sept 16 - Oct 21 9am to 12 noon (85172)

Monday Oct 21 - Nov 25 1pm to 4pm (85173)

Long Arm Special Techniques
Learn to use pantographs, rulers, and templates.
ONLY 3 class periods!!
Tuesday Sept 10 - Sept 24 5pm to 9pm (85465)
Wednesday Oct 30 - Nov 13 9am to 12 noon (85467)
(NOTE: class 84565 is in jeopardy of cancellation - only 3 registrations at this time!!)

Watch for the next newsletter...there will be information about the 2014 Block of the Month programs.