2011 Q4 Newsletter
9926 Swanson Blvd Clive IA 50325 Mon-Wed 10-5:30
Thurs 10-7
515-276-1977 www.creekside-quilting.com Fri-Sat 10-5
Sales & Service PFAFF
Sun 1-4
October January-March, - December, 2011
Happy summer's end to all our friends! I generally love the heat, but this year I'm looking forward more than ever to cooler weather! Our fall/winter fabrics and samples have started coming in, and they put me in the mood to put away my flip-flops and pull out my sweaters. In the past few months, we've seen so many beautiful fabrics that our job of selecting our favorites has been particularly challenging. From exciting contemporary prints to luscious reproduction fabrics, the coming weeks are going to be filled with eye candy! We're trying to get better at blogging, and have good intentions of posting pictures of the new collections that arrive every week. You can get to our blog from the Creekside Quilting website home page….or if you're so inclined, you can subscribe to the blog postings by email. (The instructions are on the blog.)
Mark these dates...
➡Block of the Month Oct 1-31 Nov 5-30 Dec 3-31 ➡After Thanksgiving Sale Fri, Nov 25: Details to be announced in an email, so save some time that day! ➡Holiday Closings Thurs, Nov 24 - Thanksgiving Dec 24 & 25 - Christmas Jan 2, 2012 - Inventory
Watch your email for 2012 Block-of-the-Month information. We plan to reveal the block and begin enrollment in mid- to late-October. As always, thank you for your business! Come and see us soon.
Connie and the Creekside Team
If this were my quilt, I'd look as happy as Pat does. We have the pattern, templates and a NEW class to make this stunning quilt designed by Edytar Sitar! Check our class schedule in this newsletter for details. (left)
Give thanks.
. . .
for your family, friends, and health….and your wonderful hobby! Some of my colonial ancestors list a yard or two of cotton in the inventory of their estates. How lucky we are!
Just in time for your holiday cooking, we have new cookbooks with mouthwatering recipies (and some cute apron ideas, too!
from her latest book, Patchwork Among Friends. Judy's designs are always creative and accompanied by well-written instructions. I don't know how long we'll have these, so get here soon. The books are autographed. $27.95 You won't believe how this new notion tames a ruler. Never slip again! Use the outer ring and the "donut hole" on another ruler. Come in to see it on our ruler. $5.95/pack of 12
ClingOn Magnet in a variety of styles and colors. Strong enough to hold small scissors, bobbins, etc. Very handy at a long-arm machine or anywhere in your sewing room! Attach it to a quilt while you're binding to hold your needle. $13.99
ChooChoo Playmat 36" x 44" $11.99
N E W FA B R I C
Martin's quilts
NEW BOOKS
Quilts in Sweden by Kaffe Fassett
HURRY IN to see our trunk show of Judy
Kaffe fans will revel in this collection of 20 exciting new quilts. From those who've seen an advance copy, we've heard it's his best book yet. Coming in late October. $24.95 - Call to reserve your copy!
History Repeated from Kansas City Star Do you love recreating the beautiful 19th century quilts? Quilters of all skill levels will find a project from this group of sixteen quilts made with reproduction fabrics. $26.95 OTHER NEW TITLES ❖ Jelly Roll Magic ❖ Still Crazy by Buggy Barn ❖ Beautiful Wild Flower Applique ❖ Cobblestones - All Grown Up ❖ Simplify ❖ Easy Batik Landscape Quilts ❖ Summer at the Lake Quilts ❖ Simple Home ❖ Be Merry ❖ History Repeated ❖ Grace Rhapsody ❖
...in
the store or coming soon
★ Pristine (Robert Kaufman) ★ American Banner Rose by Minnick & Simpson (Moda) HERE! ★ Terrain by Kate Spain (Moda) HERE! ★ New London (Marcus) ★ Garden Rose by Rachel Ashwell of Shabby Chic (P&B) HERE! ★ Blueberry Crumb by Blackbird Designs (Moda) ★ Daydreams II by Stephanie Brandenberg ★ Late Bloomers by Sandy Gervais (Moda) ★ Florentine (Robert Kaufman) ★ Indian Summer by Edyta Sitar (Moda) ★ NEW Kaffe Fassett prints (Westminster) ★ Indian Summer by Edyta Sitar (Moda)
New machines from PFAFF Sewing on a clunker? Put some fun into quilting with one of these feature-rich, all electronic machines offered at a great introductory price! • Top-loading bobbin • IDT - the original dual-feed system • Needle-down position • Extended throat and extra lighting
New textures from Robert Kaufman A variety of textures in great colors….we ordered them all, and have pictured a few here just to give you an idea of the patterns.
Karen (left), was raised in Muscatine and attended ISU. After her husband retired from the military in 1999, they returned to Iowa. Karen worked for the West Des Moines school system until recently….now we get her!
Marcia (right) has been quilting since 1993, and retired about a year ago from the State Attorney General's office. An Iowa native, Marcia hasn't met a fabric she doesn't like, although she's partial to civil war fabrics. An active member of the Des Moines guild, she and teammate Ginny are cochairing next year's show.
It isn't often we get to welcome TWO Creekside staffers in one newsletter, but that's the case this time. To accommodate the changing schedules of our existing team, we've changed our schedule up a bit and are thankful for the additional help that Karen and Marcia will bring. I know you'll find them eager to help with quilting challenges you may be facing. Say hi next time you're in!
NEW KITS and patterns
Red Door 52" x 68" Pattern - $10.00
Grab 'n Go Kits Wool felt kit with die-cut applique shapes. Pattern, floss, and embellishments included. Several styles to choose from. $23.00
Heart Sampler by Applique After Hours, 51" x 61" Pattern - $24.00
Two Too Easy 48" x 65" Kit - $51.49, inc pattn Pattern only - $3.50
Charming Edges
FaLaLa wall hanging 18" x 18" Kit - $15.39 Book - Jingle All the Way, $19.00 (Mistletoe pillow from same book)
Pattern - $8.00 Uses one charm pack and backing fabric.
Randolph Reindeer by b.j. designs Pattern - $16.00
Decorator Pillows - left to right: Paisley Pillow - Pattern $8.00 Border Stripe Pillow - Pattern $8.00 One Big Poppy & In Full Bloom - Pattern $9.00 each
Class Schedule: October-December, 2011 515-276-1977
Find pictures of many class projects at www.creekside-quilting.com
APPLIQUE Beginning Needleturn Applique with Angela Lawrence Wed, Nov 2 and 9 - 1:00 to 3:00 OR 6:30 to 8:30 PM Have you always admired the beautiful applique quilts but weren’t sure how to begin? Angela will teach you all the basics as you make a block suitable for use in a sampler quilt or as a medallion for a wall hanging. $32 plus pattern
Machine Applique Basics with Patty Barrett Mon, Oct 24 - 1:00 to 3:30 PM Lose your fear of applique! In this technique class, Patty will help you master machine applique using the fusible-web method. You’ll love the results! $20-no pattern required
Wool Applique with Patty Barrett Mon, Oct 17 - 1:00 to 4:00 PM Whether you’ve worked with wool applique or not, this class is for you! You’ll learn the techniques and stitches while working on either a pin keeper or the 12” square Arrowroot table topper. $20 plus pattern
BEGINNING-TO-QUILT SERIES Accurate Rotary Cutting with Connie Doern Mon, Oct 17 - 6:30 to 8:30 Before you take a piecing class, learn the basics of rulers, rotary cutters, and accurate and safe cutting techniques. We’ll teach you to follow typical cutting instructions for strip piecing. (Prerequisite to other classes in this series.) $20-no pattern required
Turning Twenty with Connie Doern Mon, Oct 31 & Nov 7 - 6:30 to 8:30 PM This is a great pattern that’s both super simple and so pretty that quilters of all levels enjoy making it. You’ll learn basic piecing skills and how to follow a quilt pattern. You’ll end up with a top worth quilting! (Please note: You must take the Accurate Rotary Cutting class before this class unless you already have rotary-cutting skills.) $30 plus book
Binding Basics with Connie Doern Thur, Nov 10 - 6:30 to 8:30 PM Learn to prepare your binding strips, attach them, and turn mitered corners. Every beginner needs this class to give their quilts the finish they deserve. Don’t let a sloppy binding detract from your quilt! $15-no pattern required
QUILTING & FINISHING Machine Quilting with Lynn Witzenburg Wed, Oct 12 OR Sat, Oct 15 OR Sat, Nov 12 10:00 to 4:00 Overcome your fear of working with a large quilt on your home sewing machine! You’ll learn how to pin-baste the quilt, how to use your walking foot for straight-line quilting, and the
techniques used in free-motion quilting. After the class, you’ll be ready to actually complete one of those tops you’ve finished! $45
Free Motion Feathers with Connie Doern Monday, October 10 - 6:00 to 9:00 PM Work on quilting flowing feathers without marking them first. After class, you’ll be confident enough to put some on your next quilt! (For intermediate machine quilting skills). $30
Long-Arm Machine Certification with Jeanne Stilley Sat, Nov 19 - 10:00 to 1:00 Learn to use our long-arm in this 2-part class. In the 1st session, you’ll learn to wind and load a bobbin, thread the machine, load the quilt, and operate the controls. If you want to become certified for rental, you’ll need a second one-on-one session with the instructor to prepare for your “solo flight.” Session 1-$65; Session 2- $100 for 4 hours of practice (by appointment.)
OTHER TECHNIQUES & PROJECTS Mini Paper Piecing with Sharon Meisenheimer Mon, Nov 21 - 6:00 to 8:30 PM Have you been admiring those tiny pieced blocks that look impossible? They may have been paper pieced! Join us as we explore the technique and the fun of those tiny blocks for your next miniature quilt. $25
Baskets and Bowls with Carole Floyd Fri, Dec 2 - 1:00 to 4:30 PM Learn the tricks for covering clothesline with fabric and then forming it into colorful bowls, baskets, and bags. We carry all the supplies! $20
Dresden Star with Pat Hjelmeland Mon, Nov 1 - 6:30 to 9:00 PM Pat will teach you Edyta Sitar's technique for making this intricate-looking block. Who would have thought to mix batiks with reproduction fabrics? The results are breathtaking, and you'll be surprised how easy it is! $25 plus pattern
NEW CLUB! The Farmer's Wife with Sharon Meisenheimer First Monday Oct thru Mar - 6:00 to 8:30 PM Choose whether to paper-piece* or hand-piece this quilt that will end up as one of your heirlooms. Either way, you're bound to have fun making it! $70 plus book (*Paper piecing pattern available separately if you choose this method)
New or back for a limited time; other classes are offered most quarters.
Class fees are due at the time you enroll and are not refundable unless you provide notice prior to 7 days before the class begins. Books, patterns, and notions on the class supply list can be purchased at a 15% discount upon your paid enrollment, through the day of the class. All classes are subject to a minimum enrollment; if we cancel the class, we will refund your class fee.
Thurs 10-7
515-276-1977 www.creekside-quilting.com Fri-Sat 10-5
Sales & Service PFAFF
Sun 1-4
October January-March, - December, 2011
Happy summer's end to all our friends! I generally love the heat, but this year I'm looking forward more than ever to cooler weather! Our fall/winter fabrics and samples have started coming in, and they put me in the mood to put away my flip-flops and pull out my sweaters. In the past few months, we've seen so many beautiful fabrics that our job of selecting our favorites has been particularly challenging. From exciting contemporary prints to luscious reproduction fabrics, the coming weeks are going to be filled with eye candy! We're trying to get better at blogging, and have good intentions of posting pictures of the new collections that arrive every week. You can get to our blog from the Creekside Quilting website home page….or if you're so inclined, you can subscribe to the blog postings by email. (The instructions are on the blog.)
Mark these dates...
➡Block of the Month Oct 1-31 Nov 5-30 Dec 3-31 ➡After Thanksgiving Sale Fri, Nov 25: Details to be announced in an email, so save some time that day! ➡Holiday Closings Thurs, Nov 24 - Thanksgiving Dec 24 & 25 - Christmas Jan 2, 2012 - Inventory
Watch your email for 2012 Block-of-the-Month information. We plan to reveal the block and begin enrollment in mid- to late-October. As always, thank you for your business! Come and see us soon.
Connie and the Creekside Team
If this were my quilt, I'd look as happy as Pat does. We have the pattern, templates and a NEW class to make this stunning quilt designed by Edytar Sitar! Check our class schedule in this newsletter for details. (left)
Give thanks.
. . .
for your family, friends, and health….and your wonderful hobby! Some of my colonial ancestors list a yard or two of cotton in the inventory of their estates. How lucky we are!
Just in time for your holiday cooking, we have new cookbooks with mouthwatering recipies (and some cute apron ideas, too!
from her latest book, Patchwork Among Friends. Judy's designs are always creative and accompanied by well-written instructions. I don't know how long we'll have these, so get here soon. The books are autographed. $27.95 You won't believe how this new notion tames a ruler. Never slip again! Use the outer ring and the "donut hole" on another ruler. Come in to see it on our ruler. $5.95/pack of 12
ClingOn Magnet in a variety of styles and colors. Strong enough to hold small scissors, bobbins, etc. Very handy at a long-arm machine or anywhere in your sewing room! Attach it to a quilt while you're binding to hold your needle. $13.99
ChooChoo Playmat 36" x 44" $11.99
N E W FA B R I C
Martin's quilts
NEW BOOKS
Quilts in Sweden by Kaffe Fassett
HURRY IN to see our trunk show of Judy
Kaffe fans will revel in this collection of 20 exciting new quilts. From those who've seen an advance copy, we've heard it's his best book yet. Coming in late October. $24.95 - Call to reserve your copy!
History Repeated from Kansas City Star Do you love recreating the beautiful 19th century quilts? Quilters of all skill levels will find a project from this group of sixteen quilts made with reproduction fabrics. $26.95 OTHER NEW TITLES ❖ Jelly Roll Magic ❖ Still Crazy by Buggy Barn ❖ Beautiful Wild Flower Applique ❖ Cobblestones - All Grown Up ❖ Simplify ❖ Easy Batik Landscape Quilts ❖ Summer at the Lake Quilts ❖ Simple Home ❖ Be Merry ❖ History Repeated ❖ Grace Rhapsody ❖
...in
the store or coming soon
★ Pristine (Robert Kaufman) ★ American Banner Rose by Minnick & Simpson (Moda) HERE! ★ Terrain by Kate Spain (Moda) HERE! ★ New London (Marcus) ★ Garden Rose by Rachel Ashwell of Shabby Chic (P&B) HERE! ★ Blueberry Crumb by Blackbird Designs (Moda) ★ Daydreams II by Stephanie Brandenberg ★ Late Bloomers by Sandy Gervais (Moda) ★ Florentine (Robert Kaufman) ★ Indian Summer by Edyta Sitar (Moda) ★ NEW Kaffe Fassett prints (Westminster) ★ Indian Summer by Edyta Sitar (Moda)
New machines from PFAFF Sewing on a clunker? Put some fun into quilting with one of these feature-rich, all electronic machines offered at a great introductory price! • Top-loading bobbin • IDT - the original dual-feed system • Needle-down position • Extended throat and extra lighting
New textures from Robert Kaufman A variety of textures in great colors….we ordered them all, and have pictured a few here just to give you an idea of the patterns.
Karen (left), was raised in Muscatine and attended ISU. After her husband retired from the military in 1999, they returned to Iowa. Karen worked for the West Des Moines school system until recently….now we get her!
Marcia (right) has been quilting since 1993, and retired about a year ago from the State Attorney General's office. An Iowa native, Marcia hasn't met a fabric she doesn't like, although she's partial to civil war fabrics. An active member of the Des Moines guild, she and teammate Ginny are cochairing next year's show.
It isn't often we get to welcome TWO Creekside staffers in one newsletter, but that's the case this time. To accommodate the changing schedules of our existing team, we've changed our schedule up a bit and are thankful for the additional help that Karen and Marcia will bring. I know you'll find them eager to help with quilting challenges you may be facing. Say hi next time you're in!
NEW KITS and patterns
Red Door 52" x 68" Pattern - $10.00
Grab 'n Go Kits Wool felt kit with die-cut applique shapes. Pattern, floss, and embellishments included. Several styles to choose from. $23.00
Heart Sampler by Applique After Hours, 51" x 61" Pattern - $24.00
Two Too Easy 48" x 65" Kit - $51.49, inc pattn Pattern only - $3.50
Charming Edges
FaLaLa wall hanging 18" x 18" Kit - $15.39 Book - Jingle All the Way, $19.00 (Mistletoe pillow from same book)
Pattern - $8.00 Uses one charm pack and backing fabric.
Randolph Reindeer by b.j. designs Pattern - $16.00
Decorator Pillows - left to right: Paisley Pillow - Pattern $8.00 Border Stripe Pillow - Pattern $8.00 One Big Poppy & In Full Bloom - Pattern $9.00 each
Class Schedule: October-December, 2011 515-276-1977
Find pictures of many class projects at www.creekside-quilting.com
APPLIQUE Beginning Needleturn Applique with Angela Lawrence Wed, Nov 2 and 9 - 1:00 to 3:00 OR 6:30 to 8:30 PM Have you always admired the beautiful applique quilts but weren’t sure how to begin? Angela will teach you all the basics as you make a block suitable for use in a sampler quilt or as a medallion for a wall hanging. $32 plus pattern
Machine Applique Basics with Patty Barrett Mon, Oct 24 - 1:00 to 3:30 PM Lose your fear of applique! In this technique class, Patty will help you master machine applique using the fusible-web method. You’ll love the results! $20-no pattern required
Wool Applique with Patty Barrett Mon, Oct 17 - 1:00 to 4:00 PM Whether you’ve worked with wool applique or not, this class is for you! You’ll learn the techniques and stitches while working on either a pin keeper or the 12” square Arrowroot table topper. $20 plus pattern
BEGINNING-TO-QUILT SERIES Accurate Rotary Cutting with Connie Doern Mon, Oct 17 - 6:30 to 8:30 Before you take a piecing class, learn the basics of rulers, rotary cutters, and accurate and safe cutting techniques. We’ll teach you to follow typical cutting instructions for strip piecing. (Prerequisite to other classes in this series.) $20-no pattern required
Turning Twenty with Connie Doern Mon, Oct 31 & Nov 7 - 6:30 to 8:30 PM This is a great pattern that’s both super simple and so pretty that quilters of all levels enjoy making it. You’ll learn basic piecing skills and how to follow a quilt pattern. You’ll end up with a top worth quilting! (Please note: You must take the Accurate Rotary Cutting class before this class unless you already have rotary-cutting skills.) $30 plus book
Binding Basics with Connie Doern Thur, Nov 10 - 6:30 to 8:30 PM Learn to prepare your binding strips, attach them, and turn mitered corners. Every beginner needs this class to give their quilts the finish they deserve. Don’t let a sloppy binding detract from your quilt! $15-no pattern required
QUILTING & FINISHING Machine Quilting with Lynn Witzenburg Wed, Oct 12 OR Sat, Oct 15 OR Sat, Nov 12 10:00 to 4:00 Overcome your fear of working with a large quilt on your home sewing machine! You’ll learn how to pin-baste the quilt, how to use your walking foot for straight-line quilting, and the
techniques used in free-motion quilting. After the class, you’ll be ready to actually complete one of those tops you’ve finished! $45
Free Motion Feathers with Connie Doern Monday, October 10 - 6:00 to 9:00 PM Work on quilting flowing feathers without marking them first. After class, you’ll be confident enough to put some on your next quilt! (For intermediate machine quilting skills). $30
Long-Arm Machine Certification with Jeanne Stilley Sat, Nov 19 - 10:00 to 1:00 Learn to use our long-arm in this 2-part class. In the 1st session, you’ll learn to wind and load a bobbin, thread the machine, load the quilt, and operate the controls. If you want to become certified for rental, you’ll need a second one-on-one session with the instructor to prepare for your “solo flight.” Session 1-$65; Session 2- $100 for 4 hours of practice (by appointment.)
OTHER TECHNIQUES & PROJECTS Mini Paper Piecing with Sharon Meisenheimer Mon, Nov 21 - 6:00 to 8:30 PM Have you been admiring those tiny pieced blocks that look impossible? They may have been paper pieced! Join us as we explore the technique and the fun of those tiny blocks for your next miniature quilt. $25
Baskets and Bowls with Carole Floyd Fri, Dec 2 - 1:00 to 4:30 PM Learn the tricks for covering clothesline with fabric and then forming it into colorful bowls, baskets, and bags. We carry all the supplies! $20
Dresden Star with Pat Hjelmeland Mon, Nov 1 - 6:30 to 9:00 PM Pat will teach you Edyta Sitar's technique for making this intricate-looking block. Who would have thought to mix batiks with reproduction fabrics? The results are breathtaking, and you'll be surprised how easy it is! $25 plus pattern
NEW CLUB! The Farmer's Wife with Sharon Meisenheimer First Monday Oct thru Mar - 6:00 to 8:30 PM Choose whether to paper-piece* or hand-piece this quilt that will end up as one of your heirlooms. Either way, you're bound to have fun making it! $70 plus book (*Paper piecing pattern available separately if you choose this method)
New or back for a limited time; other classes are offered most quarters.
Class fees are due at the time you enroll and are not refundable unless you provide notice prior to 7 days before the class begins. Books, patterns, and notions on the class supply list can be purchased at a 15% discount upon your paid enrollment, through the day of the class. All classes are subject to a minimum enrollment; if we cancel the class, we will refund your class fee.
