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May 2009
Summer cottages are opening on this long weekend for another summer in the 1000 Islands. We are delighted to see all our summer friends at the shop again. We invite you all to drop in for a cup of tea this summer and see the changes we have made.
We have chosen a number of blocks from the book as our summer project. We have individual block kits available for this project to work on at the cottage or the soccer field. Purchase the book and a kit or two to get started or choose your own colour palette. No machine required! Pat, Faith , Anne and I will be happy to show you our favourite appliqué technique if you need a refresher.
Summer cottages are opening on this long weekend for another summer in the 1000 Islands. We are delighted to see all our summer friends at the shop again. We invite you all to drop in for a cup of tea this summer and see the changes we have made.
This Summer’s Appliqué Project
Along with gardening and soccer practice, family BBQs and weekend getaways it is hard to find time for quilting in the summer. I found another perfect summer appliqué project to carry with me. Hearts and Tulips by Margaret Docherty pays homage in part to Pennsylvania Dutch design and serves as a pattern resource for appliqué enthusiasts of all skill levels. Margaret’s original art fits 7” to 8” blocks. All of her designs may be enlarged to fit up to 12” blocks, making this book of designs very versatile. Instructions are clear and concise, allowing quilters of any experience to achieve stunning results.We have chosen a number of blocks from the book as our summer project. We have individual block kits available for this project to work on at the cottage or the soccer field. Purchase the book and a kit or two to get started or choose your own colour palette. No machine required! Pat, Faith , Anne and I will be happy to show you our favourite appliqué technique if you need a refresher.
Quilting Tip: I brought my copy of Hearts and Tulips to a stationary supply store and had the spine replaced with a sure lock binding. The book lays flat making tracing and copying easier. I included a few page protectors at the back of the book to hold any templates I want to keep.
Knitting Kits
We carry Louet yarns and have some great knitting kits for a summer project. Louet’s Euroflax yarns have a beautiful luster and drape. Louet’s pattern subscription service is a great resource for projects big and small. Takumi knitting needles are a delight to work with.2009 Quilt Shows and Shop Hops
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 22 | Market Madness CGNA Kingston |
| May 30 & 31 | Quilted Treasures Lindsay Creative Quilters Guild Show Lindsay Curling Club 18 Peel Street, Lindsay |
| June 5,6,7 | Trent Valley Quilters Guild Show Knights of Columbus Hall 57 Stella Crescent, Trenton |
| June 11,12,13 | Brockville, Kingston, & Harrowsmith Shop Hop |
| June 19,20 | Quiltfest Thousand Islands Quilters Guild Show Brockville Country Club, Brockville |
| Aug 7,8,9 | Quilts on the Tay Lanark County Quilters Guild Show St. John Catholic High School, Perth |
| October 2,3 | 2009 Quilters’ Harvest Quilt Co. Show The Glebe Community Centre 690 Lyon Street, Ottawa |
1930’s Depression Era Prints
The Depression Era 30’s prints provide a pretty palette for baby quilts and traditional quilts like Dresden Plate and Pinwheel. We have a large selection of 30’s prints and a selection of pattern books available.
NEW CLASSES
Children’s Summer Camp and Kit Projects Summer Sewing Camp and Summer Quilting Camp are scheduled for July. Both camps are for girls 9 – 13 and fee includes most supplies. Please inquire at the shop for more information. Space is limited.We have appliqué project in kits for young quilters. These easy fused appliqué projects are a simple introduction to needle arts.
New Extended Summer Hours
Until September 5The shop will be open, Monday to Friday 9:00 – 5:30; and Saturdays 9:00 – 5:00. We are closed on Sundays, and will be closed July 1(Canada Day), August 3( Civic Holiday) and September 7 (Labour Day).
The 2009 Fabric Challenge:
IN THE MOVIES
Are you working on your Fabric Challenge this summer? A few kits are still available and there is time to complete your entry in our Fabric Challenge. Make a small wallhanging in the style of a movie poster that includes the fabric in the kit, and you could win $150 gift certificate, plus dinner and a movie. Call the shop to for more details or to order your kit.WORKSHOPS
A variety of one day and half day workshops suitable for the season are being offered throughout the summer. Drop in often to see new samples© Copyright 2003-2009 Picket Fence Fabrics. All Rights Reserved.