Who's missing???

When I took all the pictures at our retreat for my blog... I didn't realize at the time that some of the ladies were not in the room.

I apologize to Julie, Shelley, Judy, Joan and Jessie.  I think some were at dinner and I know that one was taking a nap. This was not intentional.

I will post double photos of you next time.....

And fun was had by all.

Diane is working on the cutest 1930's pinwheel quilt.

 Today is our last day. It's amazing how many quilts, toppers, runners, tote bags and even one little dog jacket were made. We laughed, and sewed from early AM til after the witching hour.
Why is it that the work week seems to drag so slowly,  but when you go on a retreat the time flies by so fast?

Here are a few photos of the ladies in action. Some are gone for naps, or were in their rooms reading etc. That's the nicest thing about this retreat. It's not a structured one, it has nothing to do with the shop... it's just ladies enjoying each others company and taking some time to relax.

Hope you enjoy the photos...

Here are Sandra, Jill and Jean checking out one of Jills many projects

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Sandi and Miss Evelyn take a break and just chat for a while.

Miss Evelyn is working on a fantastic Red and White Star quilt. This is her first block - 24 more to go.

Myrna and Mary diligently working. Mary's making Star Sprinkles by Atkinson Designs.

Break time for Sandy D. Her project is Among Friends in Civil War prints.

Patti H. (Other Patti) brought 15 bags with UFO's in them. Her mission was to get as many complete as possible. Some just needed borders. Some the blocks were made and had to be put together. Runners needed binding. On the last count, she had 9 projects done and ready to be quilted. The empty chair a cross from her is mine. I did manage to get alot done.

Theresa finished up a quilt, stippled two toppers and was starting on another project.

This is Jessica. She's our "Soon to be Mom". Baby June is due in April and we're all excited. Jessica spent most of her time making crib sheets and things for the new arrival.

Here's just one of the quilt projects that Patti H. got finished. Yellow Brick Road, nice choice for that line of fabrics.

Theresa is finishing up "Pieces in Time" by Perkins Dry Goods. This was a quilt that we tested for Celine.. Theresa liked it so much she made two. Once she gets the border on it's ready to head for the quilter.

A fun surprise in the Morning

For about two weeks I have been working on a little surprise for all the ladies on our retreat. There were suppose to be 22 attending, so I had to really kick it in gear. I managed to get them all done and a couple extra just incase I needed them.

This morning they all woke to find a wool scissors keeper with stork scissor, on the bed of their sewing machine. 

Just a nice way to start the day.

Sit and Stitch

We've been asked if we ever let people come in and use our class section to do handwork - embroidery, binding etc. The answer has always been yes, if the class tables were not being used.

On Monday Jeff and I finally got the hutch and table moved into our new section.  When it's finished, it'll be a nice little area that can be reserved for some quiet stitching.

You can come alone or with friends. The table opens wider and can comfortably seat 8. Spend an hour or the whole day. Relax and enjoy yourself. We'll even have coffee and tea.

The photo is just the start, we've got more to do, for one thing - Jeff forget the chairs so those are coming Sunday.

New Civil War Fabrics arrived

Scott our UPS man brought us a lot of boxes on Thursday night. We got them opened up and guess what?  30 new bolts of Civil War prints.  Some are Jo Morton, some Blue Hill and a few Winston.

Deep dark reds, rich blues, golds, several greens and warm chocolate browns.

Time to get in touch with Lola, I have a sample in mind. 

Stop in and check them out...Yummy.

New Year Wishes

My wish for everyone in 2012 is health and happiness. 


We have all struggled with this unstable economy. Predictions are that this is the year it finally turns around and lives will be returned to normal. 


Instead of looking at what we don't have or have lost, it's time to look at what we have and be thankful. A positive attitude goes along way.


Quilters are lucky people. Our craft is one of warmth and love. When you give the gift of a quilt, you wrap your loved ones or friends with a gift from the heart. It's amazing the healing powers of a quilt. 


I hope to see you all in the New Year. As always, I appreciate your constant support of Fabric Town and friendship. 


Lets be creative together.


Patti

Heartwarming and up lifting

When you turn on the news each night, you hear all the bad things that happened that day. Some days there isn't even one story that would be considered heartwarming or up lifting.

Well, this is that heartwarming, up lifting story.  I received a message last week from Cindy Wilson, a long time friend and quilter. She wanted to know if Fabric Town collected pillow cases for "ConKerr Cancer". She had a box of cases her Mother , Pauline Tyrrell, had made to donate. I responded that we did and would be glad to take the box and contact them for pickup.

The photo you are looking at is what was in the box...100 pillow cases. There are ones made in fairy fabric, trucks, robots, angels and many, many more.  All washed and pressed ready to be given to a child fighting to over come Cancer. 

I got a message back to Cindy, wanting to know if I could put her Mothers name and a little bit about her on our blog. This is what Cindy told me about her Mom.

Pauline has been making pillow cases for over a year now. She has already made 200 and has 70 more cut out and ready to sew. She enjoys going to quilt shops to pick out fabrics to make the cases. Her partner Perry makes it a team effort, he enjoys picking out the fabric for the boys cases. Then they work together to pick out the trim and cuffs.

With the economy in such a state and all the nastiness you hear about on the news, it's nice to know that there are still people like Pauline and Perry out there.  Knowing that Pauline's cases will help make 100 children smile is what I call a heartwarming, up lifting story.  


Thank you Pauline, your generosity and efforts are appreciated by every family your pillow cases touch.