Around the Village from The Village Quilter The Village Quilter · 609-265-0011 · 10 Charles Street, Historic Mt. Holly, NJ 08060 · Spring 2017
Dear Villagers! I cannot believe that we have owned The Village Quilter for nearly a year. As I sit in the office, writing this letter, I can’t help but think how far the shop has come in just one year. Do you remember how open and airy the shop felt? We are now stuffed to the gills with fabric and expecting more in almost daily! Our class list is almost as full as the shop, offering modern takes on traditional blocks and even offering a few old favorites. We have added the much awaited t-shirt quilt to our spring offerings and we are pleased to offer another Mystery Quilt class to the schedule. Let Them Eat Cake is back again for a repeat visit, you are gonna love it and we are anticipating a few new blocks of the month. I am anxious to offer a Thangles Buck a Block and perhaps this time I will actually finish the quilt! Row by Row begins on June 21st. Our license plate is ordered as well as the 2017 charms and charm holder pins. The theme this year is Row by Row On the Go! Hopefully our row will be as popular as last years row. Incoming fabrics include more novelties including “ball” fabrics for the sports-minded person on your quilt gift list. We also have the remainder of Kaffe Fassett’s Artisan line in the Sunny version on order as well as some new fabrics from his spring release. Flamingo, Kona’s Color of the Year is on order as well as a larger variety of precuts as requested. Alison Glass fabric should be in shortly and I hope you will enjoy Dreamer and Mist from Windham. Samples will be moving up to the ceiling and we will be kitting almost all sample quilts as long as we have the fabrics in stock. Our goal of serving the community has really come to fruition. We have sewn pillowcases for Jamie’s Cases for Smiles, and quilts for Project Linus. We are happy to provide pillowcase kits to any quilters interested in sewing more and we will have a Quilt-In for Project Linus scheduled in the next couple of months. We are a drop off site for Distributing Dignity which provides new bras and sanitary products for women who find themselves in homeless of in shelters. We hosted a placemat sew-in for Meals on Wheels and will continue to be a drop-off site for that charity. Most importantly, to me, we have become a community. We have opened up the shop to you and in turn, you have made us your home away from home. I am grateful for the kindness and support you have shown us during this past year. In truth, we are here because of our wonderful customers and we look forward to being a part of this community for many years to come. Thank you! As always, I look forward to seeing you in the village! Joyce
Morning Demo’s April 1, 15, May 6, 20, June 3 & 17 Join us every 1st & 3rd Saturday morning at 9:30am for demo Saturdays! We’ll show you: new quilting products, recipes, & a free pattern. We welcome show and tell!!!
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Classes & Clubs
SMR= Sewing Machine
Machine Quilting With Style Sue Morrison ● 1 Session • SMR Skill Level: Beginner Sun. 5/14 • 12-3 pm or Sun. 6/11 • 12 –3 pm $35 + book + fabric + supplies If you’re interested in quilting with your home sewing machine, this class is for you! You’ll learn some basic walking-foot and free-motion techniques from Christa Watson’s book, “Machine Quilting with Style.” We’ll work on small samples, and then you can use the techniques on your own quilts or try some of the 12
Learn to Quilt—Urban Nine Patch Sue Morrison • 6 sessions • SMR Skill Level: Beginner Wed. 3/29, 4/5, 4/12, 4/26, 5/3 & 5/10 • 6 pm—8 pm $65.00 + fabric and supplies If you’re a Beginner or just looking for an easy modern quilt design, this guided class is for you! Over 6 weeks, you’ll learn how to cut, piece, assemble and quilt. Choose from one of our layer cakes or fat quarters, , and pick your sashing fabric, and you will be all set for class! Modern Urban 4-Patch pattern included with class fee.
Beginners– Learn to Quilt Sue • 9 Sessions • SMR Skill Level: Beginner—No quilting experience required, but you should be familiar with your sewing machine Mon. 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 6/5, 6/12 & 6/19 • 1:30—3:30 pm $85.00 + book + fabric + supplies Learn basic quilt making skills as you make your first quilt with Alex Anderson’s Step-by-Step Visual Guide. Over eight classes you will learn how to rotary cut, do basic piecing, assemble, quilt and bind your project, using Alex’s block design and your choice of fabrics.
Paper Piecing for Beginners Kim ● 1 session SMR Skill Level: Beginner Thurs. 6/15 • 5:30 pm—8:30 pm $35 + fabric + supplies A basic beginner’s class for learning the art of paper piecing. Our project will be a block that you can repeat & make into a beautiful wall hanging. You will leave loving to paper piece.
Classes & Clubs
SMR= Sewing Machine
Forget Me Knot Kim • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Sat. 4/22 • 10 am—1 pm or Thurs. 5/18 • 5;30—8:30 pm $35.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies Join me in learning this stained glass applique technique. You will create a beautiful table runner that will measure approx. 16” x 44”. You will be quilting as you go .
Blooming 9 Patch Joyce • 2 sessions • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Wed., 4/19 & 5/17 • 5:30 to 8 PM $45.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies This quilt looks difficult, but comes together quickly once you understand the formula. It is a quick combination of 9 patches and solid blocks. Seriously, I find that picking the colors is the hardest part for me. We can meet in advance of the first class if you would like us to help you select your fabrics.
T-Shirt Quilt Joyce • 2 sessions • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Wed. 5/24 & 6/7 • 5:30—8 pm $40.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies I know you have been waiting to figure out what to do with all those t-shirts. This class will begin with preparing the t-shirts and deciding on a layout. We will begin to piece in the 2nd class. It will go together like a puzzle and you will determine what that final puzzle will look like. Half the fun of creating your own t-shirt quilt is reliving the memories and creating something that is truly unique.
Flower Fields Betsy • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Sun., 6/4 • 12:30—3:30 pm $35.00 + pattern + supplies + fabric This quilt is created with a pretty simple recipe: colors, plus a high contrast accent (black, charcoal or grey). It uses a simple block set in an unconventional manner.. You choose the size you want to make.
Pillow (Quilt As You Go) EVA • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Sat. 5/27 • 10 am—1 pm $35.00 + book + fabric + supplies Learn a modern quilt as you go technique while making a stylish pillow.
Classes & Clubs Annex Double Zip Box Pouch Kelly • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Wed. 1/18 • 4—8 pm or Sat. 2/11 • 9:30 am—1:30 pm $35.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies These quick box pouches feature a unique twist on the classic—two zippers at the top, each with its own separate storage space. Handy for sewing notions, art supplies, cosmetics, and much more! The pattern includes instructions for three sizes (8”, 9 3/4” or 11 1/4”).
Summer Jazz Dress Betsy • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Sun. 5/21 • 12:30—3:30 pm $35.00 + pattern + supplies This dress is perfect for any season, but the long version is the ideal “beach dress” for a warm summer day at the shore or by the pool. We suggest soft fabrics, such as lawn or gauzy cotton, which are available at the Village Quilter. Need help figuring out the correct size, contact Betsy.
Fusion Table Runner (from “The Trendy Table” book) Betsy • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Sun. 4/23 • 12:30—3:30 pm $35.00 + booklet + supplies Welcome spring into your home with this trendy, modern table runner. The pattern for this runner calls for 5” charm squares, but we used 6 1/2” strips of four fabrics to form the centers
Basket of Charm Eva • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Sat. 6/10 • 10 am—1 pm $35.00 + pattern & fabric + supplies Create fabric baskets using charm squares or scraps, and some additional fabrics. Baskets make great gift items!
The Shore Bag Kelly • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Sat. 5/6 • 10 am—2 pm or Thurs. 5/25 4-8 pm $35.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies This super simple, but fun bag is perfect for a day at the beach, an overnight bag or just an oversized purse. Straps are wide and fit comfortable on the shoulder.
Classes & Clubs Paisley Patch Delia • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Thurs. 4/20 • 2:30 –5:30 pm or Sat. 6/17 • 10—1 pm $35.00 + book + fabric + supplies This stunning lap quilt made using a traditional block. Pick patriotic fabric as sample in book, neutrals as in the store sample, or pick your own colors. Would make a beautiful toddler quilt for their big kid bed. Have fun!
Sweet Up & Down Sue • 2 sessions • SMR Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Sun. 6/18 & 6/25 • 12:30—3:30 pm $40.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies Make a fun chevron quilt in baby or twin size, using four coordinating fabrics. Choose soft pastels, novelties or bold colors to make it your own. Learn to bind a zigzag edge, too!
Log Cabin (Quilt in a Day) Joyce • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Sat. 5/20 • 11 am—4 pm $35.00 + Book + fabric + supplies The log cabin block is one of my favorites. This class will help you to “make a quilt in a day” using Eleanor Burns time honored technique. You can choose traditional colors including the red center square or switch it up the way I did with my “sea glass” version. Working with combinations of dark and light fabrics you will be building your own log cabin in record time!
XBlock Kim • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Wed. 3/15 • 2:30 –5:30 pm or Sat. 3/25 • 10 am-1 pm $35.00 + ruler + fabric + supplies Create dozens of exciting new quilt designs with just one tool. Strips or easy-to-piece blocks can be transformed into XBlocks in seconds and fabulous borders are created as you make your blocks. By mixing and matching fabrics, dozens of different designs are possible! There is virtually no waste!
It’s a Mystery Eva • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate Sat. 4/15• 11 am—6 pm $45.00 + fabric + supplies If you love a good mystery, this class is for you.
Classes & Clubs Maxwell Bag Kelly • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Advanced Beginner Sat. 6/3 • 10 am –2 pm or Wed. 6/14 • 10 am—2 pm $40.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies The “Maxwell Bag” is a sturdy bag for shopping, quilting, sewing supplies or just a day at the beach. This quilted bag will quickly become a favorite bag for everything.
Tessellation Karen • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginners Wed. 5/31 • 1—4 pm or Sat. 6/17 • 2—5 pm $35.00 (pattern included) + fabric + supplies A tessellation quilt features two shapes being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect of shapes in a pattern. Creative cutting and sewing makes this a great visual quilt. Use those scraps in a controlled palette with a dynamite background for a fun quilt!
Another Part of Me Eva • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Sat. 4/29 • 10 am—2 pm or Sat. 6/24 • 10 am—2 pm $40.00 + Book + fabric + supplies A layer cake friendly quilt using creative grids Stripology or stripology squared ruler. Cutting for this quilt in fast and easy using the Stripology rulers.
Little Blue River Karen • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident Beginner Wed. 5/17 • 10:30 am—1:30 pm or Sat. 6/10 2—5 pm $35.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies Little Blue Rive is a 45.4 –mile-long stream in Missouri, that gave its name to the Battle of Little Blue River during the Civil War. The pattern has 3 sizes to choose from, so get those fabrics out and let’s get sewing.
Fiji Tote Bag Eva • 1 session • SMR Skill Level: Confident beginner Sat. 5/13 • 10 am —1 pm $35.00 + pattern + fabric + supplies A fat quarter friendly tote bag for quilters of all levels.
Classes & Clubs
SMR= Sewing Machine
Art Quilt Club All Levels The Art Quilt Club is a monthly club for quilters/sewers/artists interested in exploring a new style. Club meets the first Thursday of each month from 2-4 pm or 6:30-8:30 pm. Members will sign up for a 6-month membership for $30.00 and work on projects based on the group’s interests. No experience required - new members welcome! ! 1st Thursday of each month 2-4 pm or 6:30-8:30 pm $30. 00 for 6 months’ membership !! Contact the shop for to see what sessions have space.
Jo’s Little Women Club There are currently 3 different sessions for this club 2nd Tuesdays 11-1pm, 2nd Thursdays 11-1pm or 4th Tuesday 6-8pm Class Fee: $30 for 6 month pass + pattern packet& fabric For the lovers of reproduction fabrics we are delighted to offer you Jo’s Little Women Club by Jo Morton. Jo is a maker of small reproduction quilts and has numerous fabric lines. She has developed a club with club member exclusive patterns. Each meeting begins with a short program by Karen featuring some interesting history of the quilts of this time period. Contact shop to see what sessions have room.
Tea & Applique Club Tuesday 4/4, 5/2 & 6/67. Class 10:30am-12:30pm Fee $5 each class This club meets the first Tuesday of each month from 10:30-12:30 to work on appliqué techniques & projects. Appliqué club open to anyone interested in sharing ideas and refining appliqué skills. We love to share with beginners. Join the fun and the fellowship & Tea!!!
UFO Night
Sew After Dark
1St Friday Night (Full) 3pm-9pm 3rd Friday Night (Openings) 3pm-9pm $10.00 (Pizza & Soda)
1st Saturday Night (Full) 4 pm 11pm $10.00 (Pizza & Soda)
Bring your own project and have fun sewing
Bring your own project and have fun sewing