quilters' corner newsletter spring 2014
QUILTERS’ CORNER NEWSLETTER SPRING 2014 9792 B BUSINESS PARK DRIVE, SACRAMENTO, CA 95827 916-366-6136 website:quilterscornersac.com.
…Spring has sprung and along with it comes our 15th Annual SHOP HOP. The dates are April
9th through 13th and there will be fifteen stores to cover. The Grand Prize is a $1,500 shopping spree. It is fun and it is free. At each store, you will receive a pattern and a charm pack. This year’s theme is “Up in Charms”. “Meet The Teachers” will be Sunday, April 6th, noon-4pm. Come meet the teachers and see their projects. There will be plenty of goodies to munch on and lots of new quilts to see! Pearl Pereira, world famous applique artist is coming to town on her way to Asilomar and has blessed us with a two day class. The dates are April 24th and 25th. She will be teaching her block #1 from 2014 which is a basket of hollyhocks, the cost will be $150 for the two day class. The class has limited space, so sign up soon before it’s full! Now onto the most important part: the incoming fabric. In April, a new collection from Moda called “Summer Vacation”, a wonderful assortment of batiks is scheduled to arrive. Revel in the beauty and magnificence of a tropical island with lush palms and hibiscus against a waterfall backdrop. Also from Moda, designed by Edyta Sitar, comes our most favorite fabrics from Laundry Basket called Jelly Bean prints. This line is pure eye candy, bursting with flavors like watermelon, kiwi, blueberry and lemons. In May, again from Moda, we have ordered “Weeds” by Me and My Sister. Think of a fresh meadow of wild florals all done in timeless black and white with a splash of red. No, it is not too early for Halloween. We have “Moonlight Manor”, a fun collection of spider webs, witches, dots and bats, scheduled. From Windham, for those who love reproduction fabrics, we will be receiving a collection called Lydia, a beautiful assortment of early 1800’s florals in earth tones. In June, we’ll be getting even more Halloween fabrics, including Windham’s “Raven” and Marcus’ “Ghosts and Goblins” and “Halloween Howl’. Plus, guess what,… for Christmas (wow!) Windhams’s “Holiday Magic”. There will be no excuses now for not finishing those holiday quilts, etc. We are having another Retreat in Auburn, November 7th- 9th. Bring some UFO’s and finish them, or start a new quilt or two. You can look forward to no cooking, no cleaning, no doing the laundry; you may choose to not even answer your phone. Everyone gets their own room and meals. We will also have a masseuse to work out those kinks. The cost is only $230. Happy Quilting, Dawn
Elaine, Pat, Carol, Pam, Dawn, Diane, Donna, Sandy, Lindsay, Ellen, Patty, Debbie, Peggy, Nancy, Diane, Jean, and Daun.
Classes Beginning in APRIL IMPERIAL BLOOMS A LA SUE SPARGO Saturday, Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21 11am-3pm This is a series of classes to work on this lovely quilt. It’s wool and uses multiple threads, ribbons and beads. It’s a lush quilt and each month you will learn new techniques. Enrollment is still open for this wonderful opportunity to try something new. Dawn Licker $10.00/session KEEP QUILTING 102 Monday, April 21,28, May 5,12,19, Jun 2,9 10am-12:30pm Continue to learn skill building and piecing techniques using Alex Anderson’s Keep Quilting book. Great class for people who have taken Beginning Quilting and want to advance or for those of us who want to clean up bad habits. Patty Shaw $90.00(*&**) START QUILTING 101 Monday, April 21.28. May 5,12,19, Jun2,9 6pm-8:30 Learn how to quilt using Alex Anderson’s Start Quilting book. This is a great way to learn basic piecing techniques and find out what all the excitement is all about. Beware, this is an addictive form of entertainment. Pam Polson $90.00(*) APPLIQUE WITH PEARL Thursday, Apr 24 & Friday Apr 25 10am-4pm World renown applique artist will be doing her 2014 Block of Month, Block #1. You may do your own pattern if you wish. Pearl Pereira $150.00(all levels) T-SHIRT QUILT Friday, May 2 10am-3pm Get those t-shirts out of the drawer and into a great quilt for a special person. Easy and fun class! Juanice Hess $40.00(*&**)
BIG BABY BUTT PANTS Wednesday, May 7 & 14 10am-2pm Made by Rae’s Big Baby Butt Pants. Newborn to 24 months, boy or girl, dress your favorite little one in style. These pants are designed to accommodate that well padded baby bottom in high style. Cora Long $60.00(**) BROKEN DISHES Thursday, May 8 10:30am-4pm Improve your piecing skills while making TWO small quilts using just two 5” charm packs—1 lights & 1 dark. Technique uses paper to make half-square triangles. Donna Dale $30.00(all levels) CONVERGENCE Friday, May 9 10:30am-4pm This is a design that is quick, easy and fun. It was designed by Ricky Tims and is a great project for beginners and experienced quilters. You will more than likely finish this top in this six-hour class. Sue Rohrke $45.00(all levels) LESSONS I LEARNED FROM MARY ELLEN #2 Saturday, May 10 10am-12pm This is a lecture class that will help you figure out the design and quick piecing techniques. In the 1980’s, quilting made a big change in part because of Mary Ellen Hopkins. Elaine Skierka $5/session (all levels) SPARKLING STAR TABLE RUNNER Wednesday, May 15 10am-2pm Only two fabrics and you’re on your way ! Strip method and No-Bias techniques are used to make this table runner easy. Diane Sexton $38.00(**&***) BEGINNING EMBROIDERY—SPRING SAMPLER Thursday, May 15,29 & June 5 5:30am—8:30pm Wishing for spring when it’s cold outside? This class will warm you while helping you learn and /or review those embroidery stitches. We will begin with the basics and move forward with this beautiful pattern. Patty Shaw (Kits available) $45.00(all levels)
BEGINNING APPLIQUE Friday, May 16 10am-4pm Learn applique with the starch method, which creates smooth curves and sharp points. Dawn Licker $45.00(*) PROJECTS-TO-GO TOTE Wednesday, May 21 9:30am-4pm This is a perfect tote for any sewer, crafter or knitter. Big outside pockets allow for easy access to necessary notions, inside pockets keep everything organized. There is even an optional drawstring closure. Patty Shaw $40.00(*+&**) THE PERFECT BINDING Saturday, May 24 10am-1pm This binding method is an alternate to the continuous bias binding method. This method has mitered corners when flipped over on the back for the blind stitch. There is a great kit that includes all sorts of great gadgets. Nancy Zeterberg $25.00(*&**) MODERN HEXAGONS Thursday, May 22 10am-2pm Ellen teaches a new technique for making fabulous hexagons. With the help of her “mystery “ tool, this quilt goes together quickly. Ellen Schmidt $25.00(*+,**&***) INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE QUILTING Friday, May 23 10am-4pm Learn to machine quilt using your own home sewing machine. You will learn to quilt loops and curves, free motion designs and a feathered wreath. Learn to stipple and many tips for doing your own quilting from a remarkable teacher. Jill Schumacher $50.00(**&***) EASY BARGELLO Thursday, May 29 10am-2pm Contemporary or traditional fabric creates a wave effect in this pattern of a classic design. Class emphasizes improvement of cutting, sewing and pressing skills. Pattern required. Bring a lunch. Diane Sexton $38(*+,** & ***)
THE BEATLE BAG Wednesday. June 4 & 18 10am-5pm You will be “Feelin’ Alright” when you Grab, Go & Sew with this penultimate project tote. I have a “notion” you will want more than one! Whatever your sewing, crafting or travel needs, the large see -thru pockets will keep you organized. Patty Shaw $45.00(**&***) FABRIC COLLAGE—TURTLE Thursday, June 5 OR Monday June 23 10am-4pm This is an absolutely fun class. You will enjoy creating a fun turtle wall hanging with a no rules approach. No art classes needed for this. You work with the color palette of your choice. I will share different options for the background and how you can make the most of this mall project. Ingrid Cattaneo $40.00(all levels) HINTS OF SUMMER Friday, June 6 10am-2pm Looking forward to summer? This easy, three block quilt makes a wonderful summer’s evening cover when made up in lovely florals or sophisticated neutrals. Beginners welcome. Diane Sexton $38.00(all levels) BODEGA BAY Friday, June 20 & 27 10:30am-4pm In this class you will learn raw edge fusible art. We will have fun making foamy waves, and rocky, craggy cliffs. I will teach you how to make a patten from your own photos. Sue Rohrke 60.00(All levels) EQ7 TRAINING Has your EQ7 software been sitting waiting for you to build the courage to learn to use it? Juanice can give you the skills and courage to do that. Contact the shop for a time that is convenient for both of you. Juanice Hess $50.00 CLASS LEVEL CODES: * = BEGINNER ** = INTERMEDIATE *** = ADVANCED
QUILTERS’ CORNER SOCIETIES & CLUBS HAND QUILTING SOCIETY 3rd Sunday of each month 12noon-4pm Bring your hand quilting project. We share tips about marking, batting, thread, needles, designing and thimbles. Esther Latino $10/session SOCIETY OFAPPLIQUERS 2nd Sunday of each month 12pm-4pm This is a group for those who already appliqué or want to hang with those who do. We like to work on common projects. Come and see. Ellen Garner $10/session QUILTERS’ CORNER WILL BE CLOSED ON THE FOLLOWING DATES SO WE CAN SHARE THE HOLIDAYS WITH OUR FAMILIES…. Sunday, April 20, Easter Sunday, May 11, Mother’s Day Monday, May 26, Memorial Day Sunday, June 15, Father’s Day
REDWORK CLUB 1st Saturday of each month 10am-11am If you enjoy hand embroidery, then this is the perfect club for you. We will be working on “Gingerbread Square”. Come to a meeting and see firsthand how much fun we have. $35/year/includes pattern 1800’s CLUB 3rd Saturday of each month 10am-11am We will be working from a new book The Blue & the Grey, a collection of small quilts from the Civil War era. Dawn Licker $30/year WOOLWORK CLUB Last Tuesday of each month, 6pm-8:30pm Come and participate in the growing interest and love of wool applique. We are working on Bunny Hill Design’s Whimsical “Rabbits Prefer Chocolate” Patty Shaw $30/year
DULL SCISSORS?? What a pain in the wrist…. Bring them into the shop to be sharpened. We have a terrific fellow who quickly does a fine job on scissors.
QUILTERS’ CORNER 9792B BUSINESS PARK DRIVE SACRAMENTO, CA 95827 916-366-6136 www.quilterscornersac.com e-mail: [email protected]
Store Hours: Weekdays 10 am to 6 pm Saturday 10 am to 4 pm Sunday 12 pm to 4 pm
ONGOING SHOP EVENTS…. Newcomers welcome any time THIMBLE LADIES Saturday Apr 12 No meeting Saturday, May 10 Noon-6pm Saturday, June 14 Noon-6pm Come sew with Pam & Debbie and learn new techniques, as well as, opportunities to complete UFO’s or start new ones: For May and June, we will be working with the Strip Ruler. Bring a dish to share. Pam Polson & Debbie Campora $15.00/Session SUNDAY SEW-IN Sunday, Apr 27, May25,Jun 29 10am-4pm Come sew on those projects you need to finish or start a new one. What can be better than quilting with friends. Bring a dish to share. Nancy Sutton $5/Session FINISHING SCHOOL Wednesday, Apr 30, May 28, Jun 25 6pm-9pm April through October, the last Wednesday of the month, and that’s all we have to finish projects together—you bring the project, I’ll bring the treats. Gretchen Jennings $10.00/Session THIRD SATURDAY STITCHERS Saturday, Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21 4pm-10pm Bring in those UFOs for a night of sewing & fun. We suggest you sign up for this class in advance as spaces are limited and interest is high. Bring a snack to share. Pam Polson $10.00/Session TUESDAY SEW IN Most Tuesdays, 10am-5pm Rent a space for $5 and sew all day, space is limited. Dedicate a day to those UFO’s in your sewing room.
BLOCK OF THE MONTH PROJECTS 2014 BLOCK OF THE MONTH “It’s a Mystery to Me” Last Saturday of each month throughout the year. PARTICIPATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS YEAR. ALMOND COUNTRY BEAUTY This is a gorgeous contemporary variation of the New York Beauty. There is an initial instruction on paper piecing, and a final class at the end of the year on piecing and borders. A different block will be available each month for you to pick up and work at your leisure. Price includes the two classes. Kits/pattern extra. Carol Gustafson $30.00(**&***) WORDS TO LIVE BY Tuesday, Apr 8, May 13, 6pm-8pm Join us as we make this elegant wool appliqué wreath quilt. Each month for 13 months you will purchase a kit that features hand dyed wools by Primitive Gatherings and Moda cotton prints. Space will be limited. Patty Shaw $30.00/quarter(**&***) DEAR JANE SOCIETY Tuesday, Apr 15. May 20, June 15 5pm-9pm Saturday, Apr 5,& 26, May 3 & 24, June 7 & 28 Noon-4pm Quilters’ Corner has caught the “Jane-iac” Fever. Whether you have already started your DJ or not, you will receive 4 patterns, instructions, and sewing time monthly. You must sign up in advance, seating is limited. Lindsay Grader, Donna Dale Debbie Campora $10.00/Session SMALL QUILTS FOR THAT SPECIAL PLACE Quilters’ Corner will be offering Monthly SEASONAL SILHOUETTE KITS by Edyta Sitar of Laundry Basket Quilts (Silhouettes are laser cut fusible shapes for applique) Space limited January-December 2014
QUILTERS’ CORNER RETREATS Zephyr Point June 8-13 September 7-12
Auburn November 7-9 Contact us for details
DON’T FORGET…. We have church pews full of 25% & 50% off fabrics…. They’re great for quilt backs, community service projects, and stash builders REMEMBER… You have an open invitation to join us and use the classroom area to pin a quilt, sit and sew, cut out projects or use the design walls. Just be sure to call ahead and make certain the classroom is not booked.
End of the Bolt Days Buy the end of the bolt during the last seven days of the month and receive a 25% discount!
APPRAISALS Do you have a quilt that you have always wanted to know more about or what it’s worth? Bring it in to be appraised. Dawn Licker, AQS Certified Appraiser $50/quilt
We are a dealer for the HQ Sweet 16 Come in and try it! 15th annual shop hop
2014 quilt rush April 9-13, 2014 Up in charms
www.quiltrush.org
Quilters’ Corner wishes YOU, our quilting customer, a Happy Birthday. During the month of YOUR birthday come in and draw for a discount on your fabric purchased that day.
Class Policy: Pre-registration is required for all classes. Once payment has been received, you are considered enrolled. At that time, you will receive an information sheet. Occasionally, classes do not take place as planned, so please wait until you are certain the class will go before buying supplies. Cancellations are accepted up to 7 days before the class begins, with a store credit given, good for one year or a refund. If Quilters’ Corner cancels a class, you may take a store credit or a refund.
…Spring has sprung and along with it comes our 15th Annual SHOP HOP. The dates are April
9th through 13th and there will be fifteen stores to cover. The Grand Prize is a $1,500 shopping spree. It is fun and it is free. At each store, you will receive a pattern and a charm pack. This year’s theme is “Up in Charms”. “Meet The Teachers” will be Sunday, April 6th, noon-4pm. Come meet the teachers and see their projects. There will be plenty of goodies to munch on and lots of new quilts to see! Pearl Pereira, world famous applique artist is coming to town on her way to Asilomar and has blessed us with a two day class. The dates are April 24th and 25th. She will be teaching her block #1 from 2014 which is a basket of hollyhocks, the cost will be $150 for the two day class. The class has limited space, so sign up soon before it’s full! Now onto the most important part: the incoming fabric. In April, a new collection from Moda called “Summer Vacation”, a wonderful assortment of batiks is scheduled to arrive. Revel in the beauty and magnificence of a tropical island with lush palms and hibiscus against a waterfall backdrop. Also from Moda, designed by Edyta Sitar, comes our most favorite fabrics from Laundry Basket called Jelly Bean prints. This line is pure eye candy, bursting with flavors like watermelon, kiwi, blueberry and lemons. In May, again from Moda, we have ordered “Weeds” by Me and My Sister. Think of a fresh meadow of wild florals all done in timeless black and white with a splash of red. No, it is not too early for Halloween. We have “Moonlight Manor”, a fun collection of spider webs, witches, dots and bats, scheduled. From Windham, for those who love reproduction fabrics, we will be receiving a collection called Lydia, a beautiful assortment of early 1800’s florals in earth tones. In June, we’ll be getting even more Halloween fabrics, including Windham’s “Raven” and Marcus’ “Ghosts and Goblins” and “Halloween Howl’. Plus, guess what,… for Christmas (wow!) Windhams’s “Holiday Magic”. There will be no excuses now for not finishing those holiday quilts, etc. We are having another Retreat in Auburn, November 7th- 9th. Bring some UFO’s and finish them, or start a new quilt or two. You can look forward to no cooking, no cleaning, no doing the laundry; you may choose to not even answer your phone. Everyone gets their own room and meals. We will also have a masseuse to work out those kinks. The cost is only $230. Happy Quilting, Dawn
Elaine, Pat, Carol, Pam, Dawn, Diane, Donna, Sandy, Lindsay, Ellen, Patty, Debbie, Peggy, Nancy, Diane, Jean, and Daun.
Classes Beginning in APRIL IMPERIAL BLOOMS A LA SUE SPARGO Saturday, Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21 11am-3pm This is a series of classes to work on this lovely quilt. It’s wool and uses multiple threads, ribbons and beads. It’s a lush quilt and each month you will learn new techniques. Enrollment is still open for this wonderful opportunity to try something new. Dawn Licker $10.00/session KEEP QUILTING 102 Monday, April 21,28, May 5,12,19, Jun 2,9 10am-12:30pm Continue to learn skill building and piecing techniques using Alex Anderson’s Keep Quilting book. Great class for people who have taken Beginning Quilting and want to advance or for those of us who want to clean up bad habits. Patty Shaw $90.00(*&**) START QUILTING 101 Monday, April 21.28. May 5,12,19, Jun2,9 6pm-8:30 Learn how to quilt using Alex Anderson’s Start Quilting book. This is a great way to learn basic piecing techniques and find out what all the excitement is all about. Beware, this is an addictive form of entertainment. Pam Polson $90.00(*) APPLIQUE WITH PEARL Thursday, Apr 24 & Friday Apr 25 10am-4pm World renown applique artist will be doing her 2014 Block of Month, Block #1. You may do your own pattern if you wish. Pearl Pereira $150.00(all levels) T-SHIRT QUILT Friday, May 2 10am-3pm Get those t-shirts out of the drawer and into a great quilt for a special person. Easy and fun class! Juanice Hess $40.00(*&**)
BIG BABY BUTT PANTS Wednesday, May 7 & 14 10am-2pm Made by Rae’s Big Baby Butt Pants. Newborn to 24 months, boy or girl, dress your favorite little one in style. These pants are designed to accommodate that well padded baby bottom in high style. Cora Long $60.00(**) BROKEN DISHES Thursday, May 8 10:30am-4pm Improve your piecing skills while making TWO small quilts using just two 5” charm packs—1 lights & 1 dark. Technique uses paper to make half-square triangles. Donna Dale $30.00(all levels) CONVERGENCE Friday, May 9 10:30am-4pm This is a design that is quick, easy and fun. It was designed by Ricky Tims and is a great project for beginners and experienced quilters. You will more than likely finish this top in this six-hour class. Sue Rohrke $45.00(all levels) LESSONS I LEARNED FROM MARY ELLEN #2 Saturday, May 10 10am-12pm This is a lecture class that will help you figure out the design and quick piecing techniques. In the 1980’s, quilting made a big change in part because of Mary Ellen Hopkins. Elaine Skierka $5/session (all levels) SPARKLING STAR TABLE RUNNER Wednesday, May 15 10am-2pm Only two fabrics and you’re on your way ! Strip method and No-Bias techniques are used to make this table runner easy. Diane Sexton $38.00(**&***) BEGINNING EMBROIDERY—SPRING SAMPLER Thursday, May 15,29 & June 5 5:30am—8:30pm Wishing for spring when it’s cold outside? This class will warm you while helping you learn and /or review those embroidery stitches. We will begin with the basics and move forward with this beautiful pattern. Patty Shaw (Kits available) $45.00(all levels)
BEGINNING APPLIQUE Friday, May 16 10am-4pm Learn applique with the starch method, which creates smooth curves and sharp points. Dawn Licker $45.00(*) PROJECTS-TO-GO TOTE Wednesday, May 21 9:30am-4pm This is a perfect tote for any sewer, crafter or knitter. Big outside pockets allow for easy access to necessary notions, inside pockets keep everything organized. There is even an optional drawstring closure. Patty Shaw $40.00(*+&**) THE PERFECT BINDING Saturday, May 24 10am-1pm This binding method is an alternate to the continuous bias binding method. This method has mitered corners when flipped over on the back for the blind stitch. There is a great kit that includes all sorts of great gadgets. Nancy Zeterberg $25.00(*&**) MODERN HEXAGONS Thursday, May 22 10am-2pm Ellen teaches a new technique for making fabulous hexagons. With the help of her “mystery “ tool, this quilt goes together quickly. Ellen Schmidt $25.00(*+,**&***) INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE QUILTING Friday, May 23 10am-4pm Learn to machine quilt using your own home sewing machine. You will learn to quilt loops and curves, free motion designs and a feathered wreath. Learn to stipple and many tips for doing your own quilting from a remarkable teacher. Jill Schumacher $50.00(**&***) EASY BARGELLO Thursday, May 29 10am-2pm Contemporary or traditional fabric creates a wave effect in this pattern of a classic design. Class emphasizes improvement of cutting, sewing and pressing skills. Pattern required. Bring a lunch. Diane Sexton $38(*+,** & ***)
THE BEATLE BAG Wednesday. June 4 & 18 10am-5pm You will be “Feelin’ Alright” when you Grab, Go & Sew with this penultimate project tote. I have a “notion” you will want more than one! Whatever your sewing, crafting or travel needs, the large see -thru pockets will keep you organized. Patty Shaw $45.00(**&***) FABRIC COLLAGE—TURTLE Thursday, June 5 OR Monday June 23 10am-4pm This is an absolutely fun class. You will enjoy creating a fun turtle wall hanging with a no rules approach. No art classes needed for this. You work with the color palette of your choice. I will share different options for the background and how you can make the most of this mall project. Ingrid Cattaneo $40.00(all levels) HINTS OF SUMMER Friday, June 6 10am-2pm Looking forward to summer? This easy, three block quilt makes a wonderful summer’s evening cover when made up in lovely florals or sophisticated neutrals. Beginners welcome. Diane Sexton $38.00(all levels) BODEGA BAY Friday, June 20 & 27 10:30am-4pm In this class you will learn raw edge fusible art. We will have fun making foamy waves, and rocky, craggy cliffs. I will teach you how to make a patten from your own photos. Sue Rohrke 60.00(All levels) EQ7 TRAINING Has your EQ7 software been sitting waiting for you to build the courage to learn to use it? Juanice can give you the skills and courage to do that. Contact the shop for a time that is convenient for both of you. Juanice Hess $50.00 CLASS LEVEL CODES: * = BEGINNER ** = INTERMEDIATE *** = ADVANCED
QUILTERS’ CORNER SOCIETIES & CLUBS HAND QUILTING SOCIETY 3rd Sunday of each month 12noon-4pm Bring your hand quilting project. We share tips about marking, batting, thread, needles, designing and thimbles. Esther Latino $10/session SOCIETY OFAPPLIQUERS 2nd Sunday of each month 12pm-4pm This is a group for those who already appliqué or want to hang with those who do. We like to work on common projects. Come and see. Ellen Garner $10/session QUILTERS’ CORNER WILL BE CLOSED ON THE FOLLOWING DATES SO WE CAN SHARE THE HOLIDAYS WITH OUR FAMILIES…. Sunday, April 20, Easter Sunday, May 11, Mother’s Day Monday, May 26, Memorial Day Sunday, June 15, Father’s Day
REDWORK CLUB 1st Saturday of each month 10am-11am If you enjoy hand embroidery, then this is the perfect club for you. We will be working on “Gingerbread Square”. Come to a meeting and see firsthand how much fun we have. $35/year/includes pattern 1800’s CLUB 3rd Saturday of each month 10am-11am We will be working from a new book The Blue & the Grey, a collection of small quilts from the Civil War era. Dawn Licker $30/year WOOLWORK CLUB Last Tuesday of each month, 6pm-8:30pm Come and participate in the growing interest and love of wool applique. We are working on Bunny Hill Design’s Whimsical “Rabbits Prefer Chocolate” Patty Shaw $30/year
DULL SCISSORS?? What a pain in the wrist…. Bring them into the shop to be sharpened. We have a terrific fellow who quickly does a fine job on scissors.
QUILTERS’ CORNER 9792B BUSINESS PARK DRIVE SACRAMENTO, CA 95827 916-366-6136 www.quilterscornersac.com e-mail: [email protected]
Store Hours: Weekdays 10 am to 6 pm Saturday 10 am to 4 pm Sunday 12 pm to 4 pm
ONGOING SHOP EVENTS…. Newcomers welcome any time THIMBLE LADIES Saturday Apr 12 No meeting Saturday, May 10 Noon-6pm Saturday, June 14 Noon-6pm Come sew with Pam & Debbie and learn new techniques, as well as, opportunities to complete UFO’s or start new ones: For May and June, we will be working with the Strip Ruler. Bring a dish to share. Pam Polson & Debbie Campora $15.00/Session SUNDAY SEW-IN Sunday, Apr 27, May25,Jun 29 10am-4pm Come sew on those projects you need to finish or start a new one. What can be better than quilting with friends. Bring a dish to share. Nancy Sutton $5/Session FINISHING SCHOOL Wednesday, Apr 30, May 28, Jun 25 6pm-9pm April through October, the last Wednesday of the month, and that’s all we have to finish projects together—you bring the project, I’ll bring the treats. Gretchen Jennings $10.00/Session THIRD SATURDAY STITCHERS Saturday, Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21 4pm-10pm Bring in those UFOs for a night of sewing & fun. We suggest you sign up for this class in advance as spaces are limited and interest is high. Bring a snack to share. Pam Polson $10.00/Session TUESDAY SEW IN Most Tuesdays, 10am-5pm Rent a space for $5 and sew all day, space is limited. Dedicate a day to those UFO’s in your sewing room.
BLOCK OF THE MONTH PROJECTS 2014 BLOCK OF THE MONTH “It’s a Mystery to Me” Last Saturday of each month throughout the year. PARTICIPATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS YEAR. ALMOND COUNTRY BEAUTY This is a gorgeous contemporary variation of the New York Beauty. There is an initial instruction on paper piecing, and a final class at the end of the year on piecing and borders. A different block will be available each month for you to pick up and work at your leisure. Price includes the two classes. Kits/pattern extra. Carol Gustafson $30.00(**&***) WORDS TO LIVE BY Tuesday, Apr 8, May 13, 6pm-8pm Join us as we make this elegant wool appliqué wreath quilt. Each month for 13 months you will purchase a kit that features hand dyed wools by Primitive Gatherings and Moda cotton prints. Space will be limited. Patty Shaw $30.00/quarter(**&***) DEAR JANE SOCIETY Tuesday, Apr 15. May 20, June 15 5pm-9pm Saturday, Apr 5,& 26, May 3 & 24, June 7 & 28 Noon-4pm Quilters’ Corner has caught the “Jane-iac” Fever. Whether you have already started your DJ or not, you will receive 4 patterns, instructions, and sewing time monthly. You must sign up in advance, seating is limited. Lindsay Grader, Donna Dale Debbie Campora $10.00/Session SMALL QUILTS FOR THAT SPECIAL PLACE Quilters’ Corner will be offering Monthly SEASONAL SILHOUETTE KITS by Edyta Sitar of Laundry Basket Quilts (Silhouettes are laser cut fusible shapes for applique) Space limited January-December 2014
QUILTERS’ CORNER RETREATS Zephyr Point June 8-13 September 7-12
Auburn November 7-9 Contact us for details
DON’T FORGET…. We have church pews full of 25% & 50% off fabrics…. They’re great for quilt backs, community service projects, and stash builders REMEMBER… You have an open invitation to join us and use the classroom area to pin a quilt, sit and sew, cut out projects or use the design walls. Just be sure to call ahead and make certain the classroom is not booked.
End of the Bolt Days Buy the end of the bolt during the last seven days of the month and receive a 25% discount!
APPRAISALS Do you have a quilt that you have always wanted to know more about or what it’s worth? Bring it in to be appraised. Dawn Licker, AQS Certified Appraiser $50/quilt
We are a dealer for the HQ Sweet 16 Come in and try it! 15th annual shop hop
2014 quilt rush April 9-13, 2014 Up in charms
www.quiltrush.org
Quilters’ Corner wishes YOU, our quilting customer, a Happy Birthday. During the month of YOUR birthday come in and draw for a discount on your fabric purchased that day.
Class Policy: Pre-registration is required for all classes. Once payment has been received, you are considered enrolled. At that time, you will receive an information sheet. Occasionally, classes do not take place as planned, so please wait until you are certain the class will go before buying supplies. Cancellations are accepted up to 7 days before the class begins, with a store credit given, good for one year or a refund. If Quilters’ Corner cancels a class, you may take a store credit or a refund.
