HOMESPUN NEWS FROM

The Gathering Room Quilt Shop

109 E. Washington St.

LaGrange, KY 40031 502-222-1044

Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10am-5pm www.gatheringroomquiltshop.com

The Gathering Room Quilt Shoppe

                                       HOMESPUN NEWS

                                                    JUly 7,  2011

Hello Everyone!  Just as I promised...our new, exciting newsletter and schedule is now ready!!  So take a few minutes, pour a cold glass of lemonade, put your feet up and read on......
CLUBS-  Civil War Club - meets the first Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have a couple spots open at the current time.  This is a 6-month club committment, $30 plus project supplies.  Call the shop for more info.
               Stash Pot Pie, Evening Club - this club meets on the first Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  We pick a scrappy pattern and you bring fabric from your stash.  This club is full at the current time.
              Stash Pot Pie, Daytime Club - this club meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have an opening in this group at the present time.  A project is chosed by the shop and you bring fabric from your stash to  make it with.  This is a 5-month committment for $25.00.
              Virgin Strippers - meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm. This club began using 2 1/2" strips to make quilts..it has evolved into a project club.  We are full at this time.
              Original Strippers - meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  This group has been with the shop for  nearly 5 years!  Needless to say we have no openings at this time.  But keep checking as we sometimes we do!
               Embroidery Club -  this club meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30am-2pm.  We are beginning our next group project.  This is a Crabapple Hill Halloween pattern, Calendula Patterdrip's Cottage, which will be a 7- month committment at $49.00.  Janet Scott from E-town will be showing the techniques used in the pattern.
              Whimpy All-Niters -- we are starting our Fourth group of Whimps!!  Beginning in September our fourth group of whimps will begin meeting on the first Friday of the month.  We only have 6 seats available so if you are interested CALL ASAP to make sure you are in!! This is a 6-month committment for $42.00. We plan a pot-luck dinner most Fridays.  Our club which meets on the 2nd Friday of the month is currently full and our club that meets on the 4th Friday of the month has one opening!  We also have a group of Daytime Whimps!  This group meets on the last Tuesday of the month from 10am-4pm.  Call and see if we have any openings!!!

Drum Roll Please.......read on for our great classes!!!

JULY  22 & 23 -- JINGLE BELL HOP  This is an annual hop which is so much fun!  We have great
                            Prizes and all Christmas fabric on the bolt  is 20% off, 1/2 yard min. cut.  Passports are $3.00 until Hop starts then they go to $4.00.

AUGUST EVENTS
   BEGINNER BUGGY BARN CLASS       Instructor:  Karla Hein      Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     
Date & Time:  August 5, 10am-3pm
  This is a great class to learn a fun technique with our Buggy Barn Queen, Karla!  She will show you the ins and outs the Buggy Barn Way!  Be sure to take this class if you are interested in any of our other, more difficult Buggy Barn Classes....or just to brush up on your technique.
   
 
BEGINNING QUILTING     Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies      Date&Time:  Aug. 8, 15, 22   6pm-9pm
      Everything you ever wanted to learn about quilting!  This is the class for you.  Karla will show you how to safely use a rotary cutter, rulers, strip piece, follow directions and make a lap size Log Cabin quilt.  All supplies purchased at the shop receive a 10% discount.  Only 6 seats in this class so HURRY!!!  This is the only time a Beginner Class is being offered until  after the first of the year!


LAZY ANGLE CLASS     Instructor:  Jeanette Lone    Cost:  $20.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 20, 10:30am-1:30pm
      Teaching her first class at the shop, Jeanette will be using her expertise with this great new ruler.  This is only ONE of the blocks you can make with this ruler.(There are 9 more!!)  There is some prep work before this class so be sure to get your supply list when you sign up.  This class is also limited to 6 students.

 
 FUN 'DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 24,  10:30am-4pm
     
Learn to Quilt as you go completely using your sewing machine!  Judi has mastered this technique making this table runner.  You may opt to make a quilt or runner.  Ruler and pattern are required.


BEYOND BEGINNERS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:   $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 31, Sept. 7 & Sept. 14  - 6pm-9pm
     What a great row quilt this is!  You will learn SOOO many techniques in this class once you are done.....you should beable to master just about any pattern!  Once again this class is limited to 6.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS
BUGGY BARN WITCH CLASS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 1 & 8,  6pm-9pm
      
Back by popular demand...a witchy Halloween quilt.  Karla will show you a more advanced Buggy Barn technique while making this great Halloween Quilt.  Note:  You must have taken at least 1 other Buggy Barn Class to take this one.  Class size is limited to 6.

MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE     Instructor:  Julie Lambert    Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies    Date&Time: Sept. 3, 10:30-4pm
   Learn to quilt on your own sewing machine!  Julie Lambert will share all of her tips on machine quilting with you.  She will have a great trunk show of quilts she has quilted.  This class is a MUST if you want to quilt your own quilts!  Julie is the best.

RAGS TO RUGS     Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus frame and fabric    Date&Time:  Sept. 10,  10am-4pm
       What a great way to use up all that UGLY fabric you bought...way back when????!!!!  This is a great technique to make a nice sized throw rug.  You will need 2 1/2 yrds to warp the frame and 15 yards to make the rug!!!!


SQUARE IN SQUARE   Instructor:  Judi Robinson  Cost: $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Tiime:  Sept. 14 & 21, 10:30am-4pm
   Learn this great time saving technique...use one ruler to make a variety of blocks.  Judi will help you make this gorgeous quilt step by step.  Class size is limited to 6 and requires purchase of book and ruler.

FUN 'N DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 28 & 30, 6pm-9pm
 
This great technique, quilt as you go, is done completely on your machine!  Your choice to make a table runner or begin a quilt.  This class requires purchase of pattern and ruler.


MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE      Instructor:   Julie Lambert     Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Sept. 23, 10:30am-4pm
    Here is your last chance this year to learn to machine quilt.  Julie will be her all day showing you the ins and outs of using your machine to machine quilt.  You will be amazed and all that is possible!  


OCTOBER EVENTS
 PAPER PIECED CHRISTMAS STOCKING    Instructor:  Karla Hein   Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time: Sept. 7, 10am-3pm
     What a great holiday gift to make for someone special!  This is a great beginner class or if you just love to paper piece! 


TWISTED CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT    Instructor:  Michelle Klein   Cost: $20.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 8, 10:30am-2pm
    
This pattern uses the Large Twister Ruler by Country Schoolhouse.  You won't beable to stop at just making one of these great gifts!!


BAG LADY SALE DAY --- WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!!
     This sale is for all of you who have purchased or received a Gathering Room tote bag.  This sale will be offered ONLY two times....here are the dates:  October 10 and November 7...Monday evening from 6pm-9pm.   All purchases at the shop during these days and times will be 25% off!  So mark your calendars!!!!  This one is FOR YOU!!!!


TISSUE BOX COVER     Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost: $25.00  plus supplies    Date&Time:  September 12, 10:30am-2pm
    What a nice holiday gift for that someone who has everything!  This Ohio Star Tissue Box Cover is an easy gift project to make.  Judi will show you how!  Bet you can't make just one.

HOLLY STARS CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson   Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Sept. 15, 10:30am-4pm
     What a gorgeous tree skirt!  Judi will show you that any type of fabric can be used for a pattern, not just the one in the picture!  It is a great size and would also make a great gift!

HOLIDAY PLACEMATS     Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost: $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Oct. 19, 10:30am-2pm
     What a great way to dress up your holiday table!  This is just one of the placemat styles in this pattern.  Use colors to match your decor or make them for all the holidays....

RAGS TO RUGS      Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  October 20,  10am-4pm
    
Here is a way to use up all that "ugly" fabric you bought a while back.  The frame is "warped" with 2 1/2 yards of fabric and you will use 15 yds to make the rug.  The end result is a nice size throw rug.

WITCH'S WORKSHOP      Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:  $5.00 plus kit     Date&Time:  Oct. 29,  10am-2pm
   
  Make this cute little wall hanging which is all machine appliqued and pieced.  "Feeling Witchy" by Bloomin' Minds is a great Halloween project.

HALLOWEEN SALE!!!  ALL DAY OCTOBER 29 IF YOU WEAR YOUR COSTUME INTO THE SHOP YOU WILL RECEIVE A 25% DISCOUNT ON ALL PURCHASES EXCEPT THREAD.  TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL WEAR!!!!!

NOVEMBER EVENTS
     HOLLY STARS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 2,  10:30am-4pm
      
Time for those last minute gifts for that person who has everything!  This great tree skirt can be made using just about any holiday fabrics.

     BUGGY BARN STOCKINGS    Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov.5, 10am-4pm
        
Learn the Buggy Barn technique by the master....Karla will show you everything you need to know about Buggy Barn quilting.  This class is for beginners as well as those who just love Buggy Barn.
 
    OHIO STAR TISSUE COVER   Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 9, 6pm-9pm
        
Another last minute gift idea to make.  This is a unique project to make for a special friend.

  HOLIDAY PLACEMATS    Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Nov. 16,  6pm-9pm
     
Judi will show you how to make some great placemats for all occasions.  Color choice makes it all!!

   NOVEMBER 25 AND 26 FROM 10AM-5PM....BLACK FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SALE.....STOP IN AND PICK A DOT....EACH DOT WILL HAVE A NUMBER ON THE BACK AND THAT IS THE DISCOUNT YOU WILL RECEIVE ON ALL YOURREGULAR PRICED PURCHASES EXCEPT FOR THREAD.  COME SPEND THE DAY WITH US AND LEAVE THE CROWDS AT THE MALL!!

TWISTER TREE SKIRT     Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:   $20.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov. 29,  6pm-9pm
    
This ruler is addicting!  The end results look much more difficult than it really is!


ENTIRE MONTH OF DECEMBER HOLIDAY SALE!!!  ALL CHRISTMAS FABRIC IS 20% OFF TIL IT'S GONE! 

HOLIDAY COFFEE AND DEMO EVENT   Instructor:  Michelle, Karla and Judi    Cost:  FREE   Date&Time:  Dec. 3, 10am-4pm
    
Come spend the day with us....a new demo will begin at the top of each hour all day long.  We will have snacks and coffee for your enjoyment.  Our way of saying "Thanks" too all our customers!!!!  More info to follow.

HOLIDAY SHOP HOURS:  THE SHOP WILL BE CLOSED BEGINNING DECEMBER 24 THROUGH JAN. 3.  THIS WILL GIVE US TIME TO BE WITH OUR FAMILIES AND ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS.  MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL!!!!


JANUARY EVENT......DON'T MAKE US COUNT IT SALE!  THIS IS OUR ANNUAL INVENTORY SALE....ON JAN. 5-7, 2012 ALL REGULAR PRICED ITEMS WILL BE 30% OFF EXCLUDING THREAD WITH A 1/2 YARD MINIMUM CUT!!!!!  MARK YOUR CALENDARS....A GREAT TIME TO REPLENISH THAT STASH AND GET BACKINGS FOR YOUR QUILTS.

Closing note.....I want to thank everyone for all of their support throughout this past year.  Without you my shop wouldn't be.  May the New Year bring you all much happiness and prosperity.

Michelle, Karla and Judi

  
    

The Gathering Room Quilt Shoppe

                                       HOMESPUN NEWS

                                                    JUly 7,  2011

Hello Everyone!  Just as I promised...our new, exciting newsletter and schedule is now ready!!  So take a few minutes, pour a cold glass of lemonade, put your feet up and read on......
CLUBS-  Civil War Club - meets the first Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have a couple spots open at the current time.  This is a 6-month club committment, $30 plus project supplies.  Call the shop for more info.
               Stash Pot Pie, Evening Club - this club meets on the first Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  We pick a scrappy pattern and you bring fabric from your stash.  This club is full at the current time.
              Stash Pot Pie, Daytime Club - this club meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have an opening in this group at the present time.  A project is chosed by the shop and you bring fabric from your stash to  make it with.  This is a 5-month committment for $25.00.
              Virgin Strippers - meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm. This club began using 2 1/2" strips to make quilts..it has evolved into a project club.  We are full at this time.
              Original Strippers - meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  This group has been with the shop for  nearly 5 years!  Needless to say we have no openings at this time.  But keep checking as we sometimes we do!
               Embroidery Club -  this club meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30am-2pm.  We are beginning our next group project.  This is a Crabapple Hill Halloween pattern, Calendula Patterdrip's Cottage, which will be a 7- month committment at $49.00.  Janet Scott from E-town will be showing the techniques used in the pattern.
              Whimpy All-Niters -- we are starting our Fourth group of Whimps!!  Beginning in September our fourth group of whimps will begin meeting on the first Friday of the month.  We only have 6 seats available so if you are interested CALL ASAP to make sure you are in!! This is a 6-month committment for $42.00. We plan a pot-luck dinner most Fridays.  Our club which meets on the 2nd Friday of the month is currently full and our club that meets on the 4th Friday of the month has one opening!  We also have a group of Daytime Whimps!  This group meets on the last Tuesday of the month from 10am-4pm.  Call and see if we have any openings!!!

Drum Roll Please.......read on for our great classes!!!

JULY  22 & 23 -- JINGLE BELL HOP  This is an annual hop which is so much fun!  We have great
                            Prizes and all Christmas fabric on the bolt  is 20% off, 1/2 yard min. cut.  Passports are $3.00 until Hop starts then they go to $4.00.

AUGUST EVENTS
   BEGINNER BUGGY BARN CLASS       Instructor:  Karla Hein      Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     
Date & Time:  August 5, 10am-3pm
  This is a great class to learn a fun technique with our Buggy Barn Queen, Karla!  She will show you the ins and outs the Buggy Barn Way!  Be sure to take this class if you are interested in any of our other, more difficult Buggy Barn Classes....or just to brush up on your technique.
   
 
BEGINNING QUILTING     Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies      Date&Time:  Aug. 8, 15, 22   6pm-9pm
      Everything you ever wanted to learn about quilting!  This is the class for you.  Karla will show you how to safely use a rotary cutter, rulers, strip piece, follow directions and make a lap size Log Cabin quilt.  All supplies purchased at the shop receive a 10% discount.  Only 6 seats in this class so HURRY!!!  This is the only time a Beginner Class is being offered until  after the first of the year!


LAZY ANGLE CLASS     Instructor:  Jeanette Lone    Cost:  $20.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 20, 10:30am-1:30pm
      Teaching her first class at the shop, Jeanette will be using her expertise with this great new ruler.  This is only ONE of the blocks you can make with this ruler.(There are 9 more!!)  There is some prep work before this class so be sure to get your supply list when you sign up.  This class is also limited to 6 students.

 
 FUN 'DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 24,  10:30am-4pm
     
Learn to Quilt as you go completely using your sewing machine!  Judi has mastered this technique making this table runner.  You may opt to make a quilt or runner.  Ruler and pattern are required.


BEYOND BEGINNERS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:   $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 31, Sept. 7 & Sept. 14  - 6pm-9pm
     What a great row quilt this is!  You will learn SOOO many techniques in this class once you are done.....you should beable to master just about any pattern!  Once again this class is limited to 6.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS
BUGGY BARN WITCH CLASS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 1 & 8,  6pm-9pm
      
Back by popular demand...a witchy Halloween quilt.  Karla will show you a more advanced Buggy Barn technique while making this great Halloween Quilt.  Note:  You must have taken at least 1 other Buggy Barn Class to take this one.  Class size is limited to 6.

MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE     Instructor:  Julie Lambert    Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies    Date&Time: Sept. 3, 10:30-4pm
   Learn to quilt on your own sewing machine!  Julie Lambert will share all of her tips on machine quilting with you.  She will have a great trunk show of quilts she has quilted.  This class is a MUST if you want to quilt your own quilts!  Julie is the best.

RAGS TO RUGS     Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus frame and fabric    Date&Time:  Sept. 10,  10am-4pm
       What a great way to use up all that UGLY fabric you bought...way back when????!!!!  This is a great technique to make a nice sized throw rug.  You will need 2 1/2 yrds to warp the frame and 15 yards to make the rug!!!!


SQUARE IN SQUARE   Instructor:  Judi Robinson  Cost: $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Tiime:  Sept. 14 & 21, 10:30am-4pm
   Learn this great time saving technique...use one ruler to make a variety of blocks.  Judi will help you make this gorgeous quilt step by step.  Class size is limited to 6 and requires purchase of book and ruler.

FUN 'N DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 28 & 30, 6pm-9pm
 
This great technique, quilt as you go, is done completely on your machine!  Your choice to make a table runner or begin a quilt.  This class requires purchase of pattern and ruler.


MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE      Instructor:   Julie Lambert     Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Sept. 23, 10:30am-4pm
    Here is your last chance this year to learn to machine quilt.  Julie will be her all day showing you the ins and outs of using your machine to machine quilt.  You will be amazed and all that is possible!  


OCTOBER EVENTS
 PAPER PIECED CHRISTMAS STOCKING    Instructor:  Karla Hein   Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time: Sept. 7, 10am-3pm
     What a great holiday gift to make for someone special!  This is a great beginner class or if you just love to paper piece! 


TWISTED CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT    Instructor:  Michelle Klein   Cost: $20.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 8, 10:30am-2pm
    
This pattern uses the Large Twister Ruler by Country Schoolhouse.  You won't beable to stop at just making one of these great gifts!!


BAG LADY SALE DAY --- WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!!
     This sale is for all of you who have purchased or received a Gathering Room tote bag.  This sale will be offered ONLY two times....here are the dates:  October 10 and November 7...Monday evening from 6pm-9pm.   All purchases at the shop during these days and times will be 25% off!  So mark your calendars!!!!  This one is FOR YOU!!!!


TISSUE BOX COVER     Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost: $25.00  plus supplies    Date&Time:  September 12, 10:30am-2pm
    What a nice holiday gift for that someone who has everything!  This Ohio Star Tissue Box Cover is an easy gift project to make.  Judi will show you how!  Bet you can't make just one.

HOLLY STARS CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson   Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Sept. 15, 10:30am-4pm
     What a gorgeous tree skirt!  Judi will show you that any type of fabric can be used for a pattern, not just the one in the picture!  It is a great size and would also make a great gift!

HOLIDAY PLACEMATS     Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost: $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Oct. 19, 10:30am-2pm
     What a great way to dress up your holiday table!  This is just one of the placemat styles in this pattern.  Use colors to match your decor or make them for all the holidays....

RAGS TO RUGS      Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  October 20,  10am-4pm
    
Here is a way to use up all that "ugly" fabric you bought a while back.  The frame is "warped" with 2 1/2 yards of fabric and you will use 15 yds to make the rug.  The end result is a nice size throw rug.

WITCH'S WORKSHOP      Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:  $5.00 plus kit     Date&Time:  Oct. 29,  10am-2pm
   
  Make this cute little wall hanging which is all machine appliqued and pieced.  "Feeling Witchy" by Bloomin' Minds is a great Halloween project.

HALLOWEEN SALE!!!  ALL DAY OCTOBER 29 IF YOU WEAR YOUR COSTUME INTO THE SHOP YOU WILL RECEIVE A 25% DISCOUNT ON ALL PURCHASES EXCEPT THREAD.  TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL WEAR!!!!!

NOVEMBER EVENTS
     HOLLY STARS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 2,  10:30am-4pm
      
Time for those last minute gifts for that person who has everything!  This great tree skirt can be made using just about any holiday fabrics.

     BUGGY BARN STOCKINGS    Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov.5, 10am-4pm
        
Learn the Buggy Barn technique by the master....Karla will show you everything you need to know about Buggy Barn quilting.  This class is for beginners as well as those who just love Buggy Barn.
 
    OHIO STAR TISSUE COVER   Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 9, 6pm-9pm
        
Another last minute gift idea to make.  This is a unique project to make for a special friend.

  HOLIDAY PLACEMATS    Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Nov. 16,  6pm-9pm
     
Judi will show you how to make some great placemats for all occasions.  Color choice makes it all!!

   NOVEMBER 25 AND 26 FROM 10AM-5PM....BLACK FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SALE.....STOP IN AND PICK A DOT....EACH DOT WILL HAVE A NUMBER ON THE BACK AND THAT IS THE DISCOUNT YOU WILL RECEIVE ON ALL YOURREGULAR PRICED PURCHASES EXCEPT FOR THREAD.  COME SPEND THE DAY WITH US AND LEAVE THE CROWDS AT THE MALL!!

TWISTER TREE SKIRT     Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:   $20.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov. 29,  6pm-9pm
    
This ruler is addicting!  The end results look much more difficult than it really is!


ENTIRE MONTH OF DECEMBER HOLIDAY SALE!!!  ALL CHRISTMAS FABRIC IS 20% OFF TIL IT'S GONE! 

HOLIDAY COFFEE AND DEMO EVENT   Instructor:  Michelle, Karla and Judi    Cost:  FREE   Date&Time:  Dec. 3, 10am-4pm
    
Come spend the day with us....a new demo will begin at the top of each hour all day long.  We will have snacks and coffee for your enjoyment.  Our way of saying "Thanks" too all our customers!!!!  More info to follow.

HOLIDAY SHOP HOURS:  THE SHOP WILL BE CLOSED BEGINNING DECEMBER 24 THROUGH JAN. 3.  THIS WILL GIVE US TIME TO BE WITH OUR FAMILIES AND ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS.  MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL!!!!


JANUARY EVENT......DON'T MAKE US COUNT IT SALE!  THIS IS OUR ANNUAL INVENTORY SALE....ON JAN. 5-7, 2012 ALL REGULAR PRICED ITEMS WILL BE 30% OFF EXCLUDING THREAD WITH A 1/2 YARD MINIMUM CUT!!!!!  MARK YOUR CALENDARS....A GREAT TIME TO REPLENISH THAT STASH AND GET BACKINGS FOR YOUR QUILTS.

Closing note.....I want to thank everyone for all of their support throughout this past year.  Without you my shop wouldn't be.  May the New Year bring you all much happiness and prosperity.

Michelle, Karla and Judi

  
    

The Gathering Room Quilt Shoppe

                                       HOMESPUN NEWS

                                                    JUly 7,  2011

Hello Everyone!  Just as I promised...our new, exciting newsletter and schedule is now ready!!  So take a few minutes, pour a cold glass of lemonade, put your feet up and read on......
CLUBS-  Civil War Club - meets the first Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have a couple spots open at the current time.  This is a 6-month club committment, $30 plus project supplies.  Call the shop for more info.
               Stash Pot Pie, Evening Club - this club meets on the first Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  We pick a scrappy pattern and you bring fabric from your stash.  This club is full at the current time.
              Stash Pot Pie, Daytime Club - this club meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have an opening in this group at the present time.  A project is chosed by the shop and you bring fabric from your stash to  make it with.  This is a 5-month committment for $25.00.
              Virgin Strippers - meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm. This club began using 2 1/2" strips to make quilts..it has evolved into a project club.  We are full at this time.
              Original Strippers - meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  This group has been with the shop for  nearly 5 years!  Needless to say we have no openings at this time.  But keep checking as we sometimes we do!
               Embroidery Club -  this club meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30am-2pm.  We are beginning our next group project.  This is a Crabapple Hill Halloween pattern, Calendula Patterdrip's Cottage, which will be a 7- month committment at $49.00.  Janet Scott from E-town will be showing the techniques used in the pattern.
              Whimpy All-Niters -- we are starting our Fourth group of Whimps!!  Beginning in September our fourth group of whimps will begin meeting on the first Friday of the month.  We only have 6 seats available so if you are interested CALL ASAP to make sure you are in!! This is a 6-month committment for $42.00. We plan a pot-luck dinner most Fridays.  Our club which meets on the 2nd Friday of the month is currently full and our club that meets on the 4th Friday of the month has one opening!  We also have a group of Daytime Whimps!  This group meets on the last Tuesday of the month from 10am-4pm.  Call and see if we have any openings!!!

Drum Roll Please.......read on for our great classes!!!

JULY  22 & 23 -- JINGLE BELL HOP  This is an annual hop which is so much fun!  We have great
                            Prizes and all Christmas fabric on the bolt  is 20% off, 1/2 yard min. cut.  Passports are $3.00 until Hop starts then they go to $4.00.

AUGUST EVENTS
   BEGINNER BUGGY BARN CLASS       Instructor:  Karla Hein      Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     
Date & Time:  August 5, 10am-3pm
  This is a great class to learn a fun technique with our Buggy Barn Queen, Karla!  She will show you the ins and outs the Buggy Barn Way!  Be sure to take this class if you are interested in any of our other, more difficult Buggy Barn Classes....or just to brush up on your technique.
   
 
BEGINNING QUILTING     Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies      Date&Time:  Aug. 8, 15, 22   6pm-9pm
      Everything you ever wanted to learn about quilting!  This is the class for you.  Karla will show you how to safely use a rotary cutter, rulers, strip piece, follow directions and make a lap size Log Cabin quilt.  All supplies purchased at the shop receive a 10% discount.  Only 6 seats in this class so HURRY!!!  This is the only time a Beginner Class is being offered until  after the first of the year!


LAZY ANGLE CLASS     Instructor:  Jeanette Lone    Cost:  $20.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 20, 10:30am-1:30pm
      Teaching her first class at the shop, Jeanette will be using her expertise with this great new ruler.  This is only ONE of the blocks you can make with this ruler.(There are 9 more!!)  There is some prep work before this class so be sure to get your supply list when you sign up.  This class is also limited to 6 students.

 
 FUN 'DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 24,  10:30am-4pm
     
Learn to Quilt as you go completely using your sewing machine!  Judi has mastered this technique making this table runner.  You may opt to make a quilt or runner.  Ruler and pattern are required.


BEYOND BEGINNERS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:   $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 31, Sept. 7 & Sept. 14  - 6pm-9pm
     What a great row quilt this is!  You will learn SOOO many techniques in this class once you are done.....you should beable to master just about any pattern!  Once again this class is limited to 6.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS
BUGGY BARN WITCH CLASS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 1 & 8,  6pm-9pm
      
Back by popular demand...a witchy Halloween quilt.  Karla will show you a more advanced Buggy Barn technique while making this great Halloween Quilt.  Note:  You must have taken at least 1 other Buggy Barn Class to take this one.  Class size is limited to 6.

MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE     Instructor:  Julie Lambert    Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies    Date&Time: Sept. 3, 10:30-4pm
   Learn to quilt on your own sewing machine!  Julie Lambert will share all of her tips on machine quilting with you.  She will have a great trunk show of quilts she has quilted.  This class is a MUST if you want to quilt your own quilts!  Julie is the best.

RAGS TO RUGS     Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus frame and fabric    Date&Time:  Sept. 10,  10am-4pm
       What a great way to use up all that UGLY fabric you bought...way back when????!!!!  This is a great technique to make a nice sized throw rug.  You will need 2 1/2 yrds to warp the frame and 15 yards to make the rug!!!!


SQUARE IN SQUARE   Instructor:  Judi Robinson  Cost: $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Tiime:  Sept. 14 & 21, 10:30am-4pm
   Learn this great time saving technique...use one ruler to make a variety of blocks.  Judi will help you make this gorgeous quilt step by step.  Class size is limited to 6 and requires purchase of book and ruler.

FUN 'N DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 28 & 30, 6pm-9pm
 
This great technique, quilt as you go, is done completely on your machine!  Your choice to make a table runner or begin a quilt.  This class requires purchase of pattern and ruler.


MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE      Instructor:   Julie Lambert     Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Sept. 23, 10:30am-4pm
    Here is your last chance this year to learn to machine quilt.  Julie will be her all day showing you the ins and outs of using your machine to machine quilt.  You will be amazed and all that is possible!  


OCTOBER EVENTS
 PAPER PIECED CHRISTMAS STOCKING    Instructor:  Karla Hein   Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time: Sept. 7, 10am-3pm
     What a great holiday gift to make for someone special!  This is a great beginner class or if you just love to paper piece! 


TWISTED CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT    Instructor:  Michelle Klein   Cost: $20.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 8, 10:30am-2pm
    
This pattern uses the Large Twister Ruler by Country Schoolhouse.  You won't beable to stop at just making one of these great gifts!!


BAG LADY SALE DAY --- WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!!
     This sale is for all of you who have purchased or received a Gathering Room tote bag.  This sale will be offered ONLY two times....here are the dates:  October 10 and November 7...Monday evening from 6pm-9pm.   All purchases at the shop during these days and times will be 25% off!  So mark your calendars!!!!  This one is FOR YOU!!!!


TISSUE BOX COVER     Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost: $25.00  plus supplies    Date&Time:  September 12, 10:30am-2pm
    What a nice holiday gift for that someone who has everything!  This Ohio Star Tissue Box Cover is an easy gift project to make.  Judi will show you how!  Bet you can't make just one.

HOLLY STARS CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson   Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Sept. 15, 10:30am-4pm
     What a gorgeous tree skirt!  Judi will show you that any type of fabric can be used for a pattern, not just the one in the picture!  It is a great size and would also make a great gift!

HOLIDAY PLACEMATS     Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost: $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Oct. 19, 10:30am-2pm
     What a great way to dress up your holiday table!  This is just one of the placemat styles in this pattern.  Use colors to match your decor or make them for all the holidays....

RAGS TO RUGS      Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  October 20,  10am-4pm
    
Here is a way to use up all that "ugly" fabric you bought a while back.  The frame is "warped" with 2 1/2 yards of fabric and you will use 15 yds to make the rug.  The end result is a nice size throw rug.

WITCH'S WORKSHOP      Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:  $5.00 plus kit     Date&Time:  Oct. 29,  10am-2pm
   
  Make this cute little wall hanging which is all machine appliqued and pieced.  "Feeling Witchy" by Bloomin' Minds is a great Halloween project.

HALLOWEEN SALE!!!  ALL DAY OCTOBER 29 IF YOU WEAR YOUR COSTUME INTO THE SHOP YOU WILL RECEIVE A 25% DISCOUNT ON ALL PURCHASES EXCEPT THREAD.  TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL WEAR!!!!!

NOVEMBER EVENTS
     HOLLY STARS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 2,  10:30am-4pm
      
Time for those last minute gifts for that person who has everything!  This great tree skirt can be made using just about any holiday fabrics.

     BUGGY BARN STOCKINGS    Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov.5, 10am-4pm
        
Learn the Buggy Barn technique by the master....Karla will show you everything you need to know about Buggy Barn quilting.  This class is for beginners as well as those who just love Buggy Barn.
 
    OHIO STAR TISSUE COVER   Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 9, 6pm-9pm
        
Another last minute gift idea to make.  This is a unique project to make for a special friend.

  HOLIDAY PLACEMATS    Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Nov. 16,  6pm-9pm
     
Judi will show you how to make some great placemats for all occasions.  Color choice makes it all!!

   NOVEMBER 25 AND 26 FROM 10AM-5PM....BLACK FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SALE.....STOP IN AND PICK A DOT....EACH DOT WILL HAVE A NUMBER ON THE BACK AND THAT IS THE DISCOUNT YOU WILL RECEIVE ON ALL YOURREGULAR PRICED PURCHASES EXCEPT FOR THREAD.  COME SPEND THE DAY WITH US AND LEAVE THE CROWDS AT THE MALL!!

TWISTER TREE SKIRT     Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:   $20.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov. 29,  6pm-9pm
    
This ruler is addicting!  The end results look much more difficult than it really is!


ENTIRE MONTH OF DECEMBER HOLIDAY SALE!!!  ALL CHRISTMAS FABRIC IS 20% OFF TIL IT'S GONE! 

HOLIDAY COFFEE AND DEMO EVENT   Instructor:  Michelle, Karla and Judi    Cost:  FREE   Date&Time:  Dec. 3, 10am-4pm
    
Come spend the day with us....a new demo will begin at the top of each hour all day long.  We will have snacks and coffee for your enjoyment.  Our way of saying "Thanks" too all our customers!!!!  More info to follow.

HOLIDAY SHOP HOURS:  THE SHOP WILL BE CLOSED BEGINNING DECEMBER 24 THROUGH JAN. 3.  THIS WILL GIVE US TIME TO BE WITH OUR FAMILIES AND ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS.  MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL!!!!


JANUARY EVENT......DON'T MAKE US COUNT IT SALE!  THIS IS OUR ANNUAL INVENTORY SALE....ON JAN. 5-7, 2012 ALL REGULAR PRICED ITEMS WILL BE 30% OFF EXCLUDING THREAD WITH A 1/2 YARD MINIMUM CUT!!!!!  MARK YOUR CALENDARS....A GREAT TIME TO REPLENISH THAT STASH AND GET BACKINGS FOR YOUR QUILTS.

Closing note.....I want to thank everyone for all of their support throughout this past year.  Without you my shop wouldn't be.  May the New Year bring you all much happiness and prosperity.

Michelle, Karla and Judi

  
    


The Gathering Room Quilt Shoppe

                                       HOMESPUN NEWS

                                                    JUly 7,  2011

Hello Everyone!  Just as I promised...our new, exciting newsletter and schedule is now ready!!  So take a few minutes, pour a cold glass of lemonade, put your feet up and read on......
CLUBS-  Civil War Club - meets the first Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have a couple spots open at the current time.  This is a 6-month club committment, $30 plus project supplies.  Call the shop for more info.
               Stash Pot Pie, Evening Club - this club meets on the first Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  We pick a scrappy pattern and you bring fabric from your stash.  This club is full at the current time.
              Stash Pot Pie, Daytime Club - this club meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have an opening in this group at the present time.  A project is chosed by the shop and you bring fabric from your stash to  make it with.  This is a 5-month committment for $25.00.
              Virgin Strippers - meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm. This club began using 2 1/2" strips to make quilts..it has evolved into a project club.  We are full at this time.
              Original Strippers - meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  This group has been with the shop for  nearly 5 years!  Needless to say we have no openings at this time.  But keep checking as we sometimes we do!
               Embroidery Club -  this club meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30am-2pm.  We are beginning our next group project.  This is a Crabapple Hill Halloween pattern, Calendula Patterdrip's Cottage, which will be a 7- month committment at $49.00.  Janet Scott from E-town will be showing the techniques used in the pattern.
              Whimpy All-Niters -- we are starting our Fourth group of Whimps!!  Beginning in September our fourth group of whimps will begin meeting on the first Friday of the month.  We only have 6 seats available so if you are interested CALL ASAP to make sure you are in!! This is a 6-month committment for $42.00. We plan a pot-luck dinner most Fridays.  Our club which meets on the 2nd Friday of the month is currently full and our club that meets on the 4th Friday of the month has one opening!  We also have a group of Daytime Whimps!  This group meets on the last Tuesday of the month from 10am-4pm.  Call and see if we have any openings!!!

Drum Roll Please.......read on for our great classes!!!

JULY  22 & 23 -- JINGLE BELL HOP  This is an annual hop which is so much fun!  We have great
                            Prizes and all Christmas fabric on the bolt  is 20% off, 1/2 yard min. cut.  Passports are $3.00 until Hop starts then they go to $4.00.

AUGUST EVENTS
   BEGINNER BUGGY BARN CLASS       Instructor:  Karla Hein      Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     
Date & Time:  August 5, 10am-3pm
  This is a great class to learn a fun technique with our Buggy Barn Queen, Karla!  She will show you the ins and outs the Buggy Barn Way!  Be sure to take this class if you are interested in any of our other, more difficult Buggy Barn Classes....or just to brush up on your technique.
   
 
BEGINNING QUILTING     Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies      Date&Time:  Aug. 8, 15, 22   6pm-9pm
      Everything you ever wanted to learn about quilting!  This is the class for you.  Karla will show you how to safely use a rotary cutter, rulers, strip piece, follow directions and make a lap size Log Cabin quilt.  All supplies purchased at the shop receive a 10% discount.  Only 6 seats in this class so HURRY!!!  This is the only time a Beginner Class is being offered until  after the first of the year!


LAZY ANGLE CLASS     Instructor:  Jeanette Lone    Cost:  $20.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 20, 10:30am-1:30pm
      Teaching her first class at the shop, Jeanette will be using her expertise with this great new ruler.  This is only ONE of the blocks you can make with this ruler.(There are 9 more!!)  There is some prep work before this class so be sure to get your supply list when you sign up.  This class is also limited to 6 students.

 
 FUN 'DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 24,  10:30am-4pm
     
Learn to Quilt as you go completely using your sewing machine!  Judi has mastered this technique making this table runner.  You may opt to make a quilt or runner.  Ruler and pattern are required.


BEYOND BEGINNERS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:   $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 31, Sept. 7 & Sept. 14  - 6pm-9pm
     What a great row quilt this is!  You will learn SOOO many techniques in this class once you are done.....you should beable to master just about any pattern!  Once again this class is limited to 6.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS
BUGGY BARN WITCH CLASS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 1 & 8,  6pm-9pm
      
Back by popular demand...a witchy Halloween quilt.  Karla will show you a more advanced Buggy Barn technique while making this great Halloween Quilt.  Note:  You must have taken at least 1 other Buggy Barn Class to take this one.  Class size is limited to 6.

MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE     Instructor:  Julie Lambert    Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies    Date&Time: Sept. 3, 10:30-4pm
   Learn to quilt on your own sewing machine!  Julie Lambert will share all of her tips on machine quilting with you.  She will have a great trunk show of quilts she has quilted.  This class is a MUST if you want to quilt your own quilts!  Julie is the best.

RAGS TO RUGS     Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus frame and fabric    Date&Time:  Sept. 10,  10am-4pm
       What a great way to use up all that UGLY fabric you bought...way back when????!!!!  This is a great technique to make a nice sized throw rug.  You will need 2 1/2 yrds to warp the frame and 15 yards to make the rug!!!!


SQUARE IN SQUARE   Instructor:  Judi Robinson  Cost: $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Tiime:  Sept. 14 & 21, 10:30am-4pm
   Learn this great time saving technique...use one ruler to make a variety of blocks.  Judi will help you make this gorgeous quilt step by step.  Class size is limited to 6 and requires purchase of book and ruler.

FUN 'N DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 28 & 30, 6pm-9pm
 
This great technique, quilt as you go, is done completely on your machine!  Your choice to make a table runner or begin a quilt.  This class requires purchase of pattern and ruler.


MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE      Instructor:   Julie Lambert     Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Sept. 23, 10:30am-4pm
    Here is your last chance this year to learn to machine quilt.  Julie will be her all day showing you the ins and outs of using your machine to machine quilt.  You will be amazed and all that is possible!  


OCTOBER EVENTS
 PAPER PIECED CHRISTMAS STOCKING    Instructor:  Karla Hein   Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time: Sept. 7, 10am-3pm
     What a great holiday gift to make for someone special!  This is a great beginner class or if you just love to paper piece! 


TWISTED CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT    Instructor:  Michelle Klein   Cost: $20.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 8, 10:30am-2pm
    
This pattern uses the Large Twister Ruler by Country Schoolhouse.  You won't beable to stop at just making one of these great gifts!!


BAG LADY SALE DAY --- WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!!
     This sale is for all of you who have purchased or received a Gathering Room tote bag.  This sale will be offered ONLY two times....here are the dates:  October 10 and November 7...Monday evening from 6pm-9pm.   All purchases at the shop during these days and times will be 25% off!  So mark your calendars!!!!  This one is FOR YOU!!!!


TISSUE BOX COVER     Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost: $25.00  plus supplies    Date&Time:  September 12, 10:30am-2pm
    What a nice holiday gift for that someone who has everything!  This Ohio Star Tissue Box Cover is an easy gift project to make.  Judi will show you how!  Bet you can't make just one.

HOLLY STARS CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson   Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Sept. 15, 10:30am-4pm
     What a gorgeous tree skirt!  Judi will show you that any type of fabric can be used for a pattern, not just the one in the picture!  It is a great size and would also make a great gift!

HOLIDAY PLACEMATS     Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost: $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Oct. 19, 10:30am-2pm
     What a great way to dress up your holiday table!  This is just one of the placemat styles in this pattern.  Use colors to match your decor or make them for all the holidays....

RAGS TO RUGS      Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  October 20,  10am-4pm
    
Here is a way to use up all that "ugly" fabric you bought a while back.  The frame is "warped" with 2 1/2 yards of fabric and you will use 15 yds to make the rug.  The end result is a nice size throw rug.

WITCH'S WORKSHOP      Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:  $5.00 plus kit     Date&Time:  Oct. 29,  10am-2pm
   
  Make this cute little wall hanging which is all machine appliqued and pieced.  "Feeling Witchy" by Bloomin' Minds is a great Halloween project.

HALLOWEEN SALE!!!  ALL DAY OCTOBER 29 IF YOU WEAR YOUR COSTUME INTO THE SHOP YOU WILL RECEIVE A 25% DISCOUNT ON ALL PURCHASES EXCEPT THREAD.  TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL WEAR!!!!!

NOVEMBER EVENTS
     HOLLY STARS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 2,  10:30am-4pm
      
Time for those last minute gifts for that person who has everything!  This great tree skirt can be made using just about any holiday fabrics.

     BUGGY BARN STOCKINGS    Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov.5, 10am-4pm
        
Learn the Buggy Barn technique by the master....Karla will show you everything you need to know about Buggy Barn quilting.  This class is for beginners as well as those who just love Buggy Barn.
 
    OHIO STAR TISSUE COVER   Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 9, 6pm-9pm
        
Another last minute gift idea to make.  This is a unique project to make for a special friend.

  HOLIDAY PLACEMATS    Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Nov. 16,  6pm-9pm
     
Judi will show you how to make some great placemats for all occasions.  Color choice makes it all!!

   NOVEMBER 25 AND 26 FROM 10AM-5PM....BLACK FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SALE.....STOP IN AND PICK A DOT....EACH DOT WILL HAVE A NUMBER ON THE BACK AND THAT IS THE DISCOUNT YOU WILL RECEIVE ON ALL YOURREGULAR PRICED PURCHASES EXCEPT FOR THREAD.  COME SPEND THE DAY WITH US AND LEAVE THE CROWDS AT THE MALL!!

TWISTER TREE SKIRT     Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:   $20.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov. 29,  6pm-9pm
    
This ruler is addicting!  The end results look much more difficult than it really is!


ENTIRE MONTH OF DECEMBER HOLIDAY SALE!!!  ALL CHRISTMAS FABRIC IS 20% OFF TIL IT'S GONE! 

HOLIDAY COFFEE AND DEMO EVENT   Instructor:  Michelle, Karla and Judi    Cost:  FREE   Date&Time:  Dec. 3, 10am-4pm
    
Come spend the day with us....a new demo will begin at the top of each hour all day long.  We will have snacks and coffee for your enjoyment.  Our way of saying "Thanks" too all our customers!!!!  More info to follow.

HOLIDAY SHOP HOURS:  THE SHOP WILL BE CLOSED BEGINNING DECEMBER 24 THROUGH JAN. 3.  THIS WILL GIVE US TIME TO BE WITH OUR FAMILIES AND ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS.  MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL!!!!


JANUARY EVENT......DON'T MAKE US COUNT IT SALE!  THIS IS OUR ANNUAL INVENTORY SALE....ON JAN. 5-7, 2012 ALL REGULAR PRICED ITEMS WILL BE 30% OFF EXCLUDING THREAD WITH A 1/2 YARD MINIMUM CUT!!!!!  MARK YOUR CALENDARS....A GREAT TIME TO REPLENISH THAT STASH AND GET BACKINGS FOR YOUR QUILTS.

Closing note.....I want to thank everyone for all of their support throughout this past year.  Without you my shop wouldn't be.  May the New Year bring you all much happiness and prosperity.

Michelle, Karla and Judi

  
    


Hello Everyone!  Just as I promised...our new, exciting newsletter and schedule is now ready!!  So take a few minutes, pour a cold glass of lemonade, put your feet up and read on......
CLUBS-  Civil War Club - meets the first Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have a couple spots open at the current time.  This is a 6-month club committment, $30 plus project supplies.  Call the shop for more info.
               Stash Pot Pie, Evening Club - this club meets on the first Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  We pick a scrappy pattern and you bring fabric from your stash.  This club is full at the current time.
              Stash Pot Pie, Daytime Club - this club meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 10am-2pm.  We do have an opening in this group at the present time.  A project is chosed by the shop and you bring fabric from your stash to  make it with.  This is a 5-month committment for $25.00.
              Virgin Strippers - meets on the second Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm. This club began using 2 1/2" strips to make quilts..it has evolved into a project club.  We are full at this time.
              Original Strippers - meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 6pm-9pm.  This group has been with the shop for  nearly 5 years!  Needless to say we have no openings at this time.  But keep checking as we sometimes we do!
               Embroidery Club -  this club meets on the second Thursday of the month from 10:30am-2pm.  We are beginning our next group project.  This is a Crabapple Hill Halloween pattern, Calendula Patterdrip's Cottage, which will be a 7- month committment at $49.00.  Janet Scott from E-town will be showing the techniques used in the pattern.
              Whimpy All-Niters -- we are starting our Fourth group of Whimps!!  Beginning in September our fourth group of whimps will begin meeting on the first Friday of the month.  We only have 6 seats available so if you are interested CALL ASAP to make sure you are in!! This is a 6-month committment for $42.00. We plan a pot-luck dinner most Fridays.  Our club which meets on the 2nd Friday of the month is currently full and our club that meets on the 4th Friday of the month has one opening!  We also have a group of Daytime Whimps!  This group meets on the last Tuesday of the month from 10am-4pm.  Call and see if we have any openings!!!

Drum Roll Please.......read on for our great classes!!!

JULY  22 & 23 -- JINGLE BELL HOP  This is an annual hop which is so much fun!  We have great
                            Prizes and all Christmas fabric on the bolt  is 20% off, 1/2 yard min. cut.  Passports are $3.00 until Hop starts then they go to $4.00.

AUGUST EVENTS
   BEGINNER BUGGY BARN CLASS       Instructor:  Karla Hein      Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     
Date & Time:  August 5, 10am-3pm
  This is a great class to learn a fun technique with our Buggy Barn Queen, Karla!  She will show you the ins and outs the Buggy Barn Way!  Be sure to take this class if you are interested in any of our other, more difficult Buggy Barn Classes....or just to brush up on your technique.
   
 
BEGINNING QUILTING     Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies      Date&Time:  Aug. 8, 15, 22   6pm-9pm
      Everything you ever wanted to learn about quilting!  This is the class for you.  Karla will show you how to safely use a rotary cutter, rulers, strip piece, follow directions and make a lap size Log Cabin quilt.  All supplies purchased at the shop receive a 10% discount.  Only 6 seats in this class so HURRY!!!  This is the only time a Beginner Class is being offered until  after the first of the year!


LAZY ANGLE CLASS     Instructor:  Jeanette Lone    Cost:  $20.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 20, 10:30am-1:30pm
      Teaching her first class at the shop, Jeanette will be using her expertise with this great new ruler.  This is only ONE of the blocks you can make with this ruler.(There are 9 more!!)  There is some prep work before this class so be sure to get your supply list when you sign up.  This class is also limited to 6 students.

 
 FUN 'DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 24,  10:30am-4pm
     
Learn to Quilt as you go completely using your sewing machine!  Judi has mastered this technique making this table runner.  You may opt to make a quilt or runner.  Ruler and pattern are required.


BEYOND BEGINNERS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:   $35.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  August 31, Sept. 7 & Sept. 14  - 6pm-9pm
     What a great row quilt this is!  You will learn SOOO many techniques in this class once you are done.....you should beable to master just about any pattern!  Once again this class is limited to 6.

SEPTEMBER EVENTS
BUGGY BARN WITCH CLASS   Instructor:  Karla Hein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 1 & 8,  6pm-9pm
      
Back by popular demand...a witchy Halloween quilt.  Karla will show you a more advanced Buggy Barn technique while making this great Halloween Quilt.  Note:  You must have taken at least 1 other Buggy Barn Class to take this one.  Class size is limited to 6.

MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE     Instructor:  Julie Lambert    Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies    Date&Time: Sept. 3, 10:30-4pm
   Learn to quilt on your own sewing machine!  Julie Lambert will share all of her tips on machine quilting with you.  She will have a great trunk show of quilts she has quilted.  This class is a MUST if you want to quilt your own quilts!  Julie is the best.

RAGS TO RUGS     Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus frame and fabric    Date&Time:  Sept. 10,  10am-4pm
       What a great way to use up all that UGLY fabric you bought...way back when????!!!!  This is a great technique to make a nice sized throw rug.  You will need 2 1/2 yrds to warp the frame and 15 yards to make the rug!!!!


SQUARE IN SQUARE   Instructor:  Judi Robinson  Cost: $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Tiime:  Sept. 14 & 21, 10:30am-4pm
   Learn this great time saving technique...use one ruler to make a variety of blocks.  Judi will help you make this gorgeous quilt step by step.  Class size is limited to 6 and requires purchase of book and ruler.

FUN 'N DONE    Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 28 & 30, 6pm-9pm
 
This great technique, quilt as you go, is done completely on your machine!  Your choice to make a table runner or begin a quilt.  This class requires purchase of pattern and ruler.


MACHINE QUILTING WITH JULIE      Instructor:   Julie Lambert     Cost:  $45.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Sept. 23, 10:30am-4pm
    Here is your last chance this year to learn to machine quilt.  Julie will be her all day showing you the ins and outs of using your machine to machine quilt.  You will be amazed and all that is possible!  


OCTOBER EVENTS
 PAPER PIECED CHRISTMAS STOCKING    Instructor:  Karla Hein   Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time: Sept. 7, 10am-3pm
     What a great holiday gift to make for someone special!  This is a great beginner class or if you just love to paper piece! 


TWISTED CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT    Instructor:  Michelle Klein   Cost: $20.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Sept. 8, 10:30am-2pm
    
This pattern uses the Large Twister Ruler by Country Schoolhouse.  You won't beable to stop at just making one of these great gifts!!


BAG LADY SALE DAY --- WHAT YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR!!!
     This sale is for all of you who have purchased or received a Gathering Room tote bag.  This sale will be offered ONLY two times....here are the dates:  October 10 and November 7...Monday evening from 6pm-9pm.   All purchases at the shop during these days and times will be 25% off!  So mark your calendars!!!!  This one is FOR YOU!!!!


TISSUE BOX COVER     Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost: $25.00  plus supplies    Date&Time:  September 12, 10:30am-2pm
    What a nice holiday gift for that someone who has everything!  This Ohio Star Tissue Box Cover is an easy gift project to make.  Judi will show you how!  Bet you can't make just one.

HOLLY STARS CHRISTMAS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson   Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Sept. 15, 10:30am-4pm
     What a gorgeous tree skirt!  Judi will show you that any type of fabric can be used for a pattern, not just the one in the picture!  It is a great size and would also make a great gift!

HOLIDAY PLACEMATS     Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost: $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Oct. 19, 10:30am-2pm
     What a great way to dress up your holiday table!  This is just one of the placemat styles in this pattern.  Use colors to match your decor or make them for all the holidays....

RAGS TO RUGS      Instructor:  Michelle Klein    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  October 20,  10am-4pm
    
Here is a way to use up all that "ugly" fabric you bought a while back.  The frame is "warped" with 2 1/2 yards of fabric and you will use 15 yds to make the rug.  The end result is a nice size throw rug.

WITCH'S WORKSHOP      Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:  $5.00 plus kit     Date&Time:  Oct. 29,  10am-2pm
   
  Make this cute little wall hanging which is all machine appliqued and pieced.  "Feeling Witchy" by Bloomin' Minds is a great Halloween project.

HALLOWEEN SALE!!!  ALL DAY OCTOBER 29 IF YOU WEAR YOUR COSTUME INTO THE SHOP YOU WILL RECEIVE A 25% DISCOUNT ON ALL PURCHASES EXCEPT THREAD.  TIME TO START THINKING ABOUT WHAT YOU WILL WEAR!!!!!

NOVEMBER EVENTS
     HOLLY STARS TREE SKIRT   Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $35.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 2,  10:30am-4pm
      
Time for those last minute gifts for that person who has everything!  This great tree skirt can be made using just about any holiday fabrics.

     BUGGY BARN STOCKINGS    Instructor:  Karla Hein     Cost $25.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov.5, 10am-4pm
        
Learn the Buggy Barn technique by the master....Karla will show you everything you need to know about Buggy Barn quilting.  This class is for beginners as well as those who just love Buggy Barn.
 
    OHIO STAR TISSUE COVER   Instructor:  Judi Robinson    Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies   Date&Time:  Nov. 9, 6pm-9pm
        
Another last minute gift idea to make.  This is a unique project to make for a special friend.

  HOLIDAY PLACEMATS    Instructor:  Judi Robinson     Cost:  $25.00 plus supplies     Date&Time:  Nov. 16,  6pm-9pm
     
Judi will show you how to make some great placemats for all occasions.  Color choice makes it all!!

   NOVEMBER 25 AND 26 FROM 10AM-5PM....BLACK FRIDAY AND SATURDAY SALE.....STOP IN AND PICK A DOT....EACH DOT WILL HAVE A NUMBER ON THE BACK AND THAT IS THE DISCOUNT YOU WILL RECEIVE ON ALL YOURREGULAR PRICED PURCHASES EXCEPT FOR THREAD.  COME SPEND THE DAY WITH US AND LEAVE THE CROWDS AT THE MALL!!

TWISTER TREE SKIRT     Instructor:  Michelle Klein     Cost:   $20.00 plus supplies    Date&Time:  Nov. 29,  6pm-9pm
    
This ruler is addicting!  The end results look much more difficult than it really is!


ENTIRE MONTH OF DECEMBER HOLIDAY SALE!!!  ALL CHRISTMAS FABRIC IS 20% OFF TIL IT'S GONE! 

HOLIDAY COFFEE AND DEMO EVENT   Instructor:  Michelle, Karla and Judi    Cost:  FREE   Date&Time:  Dec. 3, 10am-4pm
    
Come spend the day with us....a new demo will begin at the top of each hour all day long.  We will have snacks and coffee for your enjoyment.  Our way of saying "Thanks" too all our customers!!!!  More info to follow.

HOLIDAY SHOP HOURS:  THE SHOP WILL BE CLOSED BEGINNING DECEMBER 24 THROUGH JAN. 3.  THIS WILL GIVE US TIME TO BE WITH OUR FAMILIES AND ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS.  MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL!!!!


JANUARY EVENT......DON'T MAKE US COUNT IT SALE!  THIS IS OUR ANNUAL INVENTORY SALE....ON JAN. 5-7, 2012 ALL REGULAR PRICED ITEMS WILL BE 30% OFF EXCLUDING THREAD WITH A 1/2 YARD MINIMUM CUT!!!!!  MARK YOUR CALENDARS....A GREAT TIME TO REPLENISH THAT STASH AND GET BACKINGS FOR YOUR QUILTS.

Closing note.....I want to thank everyone for all of their support throughout this past year.  Without you my shop wouldn't be.  May the New Year bring you all much happiness and prosperity





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