Well I hope that all of you had a wonderful Christmas and are enjoying the new year! I have been busy, busy with my family and the store. There are lots of new things going on and I want to share them with you.....

We are now an official Thimbleberries Store--complete with a Thimbleberries group who meet on the second Saturday of the month. This year's quilt is a sampler in country colors. Do stop by and see what we're doing.

On Saturday, January 31st, we had our first annual Small Quilt Show. These were lap quilt or smaller in size and were hung in the atrium of the Greenhouse. We had about 30 quilts and the show was very well attended. The doorprize, a selection of fat quarters, was won by Martha Blackmon. Everybody had a great time! We will be having a Large Quilt Show in June, during the Tomato Festival. If you would like to enter a quilt, please let me know.

We have new fabric! Really! Every couple of weeks or so, in come several bolts of lucious colored fabric. You really need to stop by and see what's new, because it comes and goes quickly. Five for Five Tuesdays have been a big hit with our customers. On that day, the first five fat quarters you purchase are $1.00 each. This is a great way to build your stash, so come on by!

We have new classes coming up! Please let me know if any of these interest you, or what you would like to have. I am here to make your quilting experience as fun as possible--because if it isn't fun, we need to make it so!

First, we will be having a block swap. For those of you a little fuzzy in this area, let me explain. You start with a set number of participants. In our case, it will be six. (this is an arbitrary number and may change.) We all make the same block--one for ourselves and one for each of the other participants. On our meeting day we all come with our blocks and share them with each other. You come with six blocks you made and leave with one of your blocks and one from each of the other quilters. This is a great way to add to your block stash! If this is something you would like to do, please let me know by Tuesday, March 10th.

Next, plans are in motion for a MYSTERY QUILT. This is great fun--we will take a Saturday for this. You will make a quilt from directions without knowing what it will look like until the end. We will sew, laugh and EAT! Food is a very important part of any Mystery Quilt and this one will be no exception. Plans are for this to take place on or about April 4th, so you need to make plans to attend. Be sure to let me know so that I can have enough irons, boards, extension cords, etc.

I have had several requests for a hand applique class. I will be giving this sometime in late March, probably on Thursday the 26th, from 6:oo until 8:30. When you sign up for the class, I will let you know about the supply list. You will definitely need close-up glasses for this, so start looking for yours now.

I have found a super technique that looks like great fun... It is from a book called 'Slice 'Em and Dice 'Em Quilts.' You start with some nine patches, attack them with your rotary cutter and chop chop them into pieces. A little reassembly, some magic, and VOILA! a whole new quilt! You won't believe your eyes with this. This is planned for Thursday, March 12th, with a repeat on Sunday, March 22nd for those of you who work.

I will also be starting beginning quilting classes in April. I plan on having classes on Wednesday afternoons, Thursday evenings, and Sunday afternoons. Please let me know which of these times are best for you.
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The Quilting Quarters October Newsletter

The Quilting Quarters October Newsletter
The Quilting Quarters
506 E. Rusk
Suite 115
The Greenhouse
Jacksonville, Texas 75766

903-284-2283






I know I am a silly grandmother, but isn't she beautiful?


Cecelia Eileen Gibson, born July 13, 2008





Be sure to check the classes at the end of this newsletter


Happiness is making a quilt!

Quilting is arguably one of life’s great pleasures! The ability to take fabric, needle, and thread and create something of real beauty fulfils a need in me. Whether I am taking hours and hours to hand applique and hand quilt an heirloom, or whipping up a quick project for a last minute gift, I love making quilts. My wish is that you can find your niche in the quilting world and enjoy this hobby as much as I do.



Getting ready for the holidays


You know it’s coming—fall is flying by and soon it will be......THE HOLDAYS.... This year, plan to make at least one gift. I know, I know, you are a busy person and don’t have time for that stuff, but think about this -- Making a gift gives pleasure twice. First is the pleasure you get when planning and constructing the gift. Then, when you see the joy on the recipient’s face, you get those warm fuzzies all over again. With a little planning and help from us, you can do it!
One of the most important things you can remember is that you don’t have to make ALL the gifts. Please don’t try—I did one year and nearly lost my mind.

• Some things to keep in mind are:
  Plan a project that is easy for you to finish. Now is not the time to acquire a new skill...
• Make sure to use the right tools. The correct ruler or seam ripper can make the difference between happiness and total frustration.
• Break the task into manageable parts. Try to put all of the items needed into a tote box, so that everything will be there when you have 15 minutes or so.
• Make life really simple and use a kit from The Quilting Quarters!

Fat Quarter Tuesdays


Each and every Tuesday we offer a deal you can’t refuse!
The first five fat quarters you purchase are $1.00 each. Any others you buy are regular price, but that is such a cool deal on the first five. Be sure to stop by!
(Offer is good on pre-cut fat quarters only and sold as individuals)


Mini Classes on Fridays

You never know what will be happening on Fridays. During the day we will be having demos and mini classes. These are designed to familiarize you with new stuff or new techniques. Come by and see what’s going on!


Coming Classes


Beginning Quilting will be offered on Wednesday and Sunday afternoons. Please call for further details.
Hand Applique classes on 9/18 at 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

Machine Applique classes on 10/09 at 10:00a.m. and 6:00 p.m.

One Block Star Quilt on 10/14 at 6:00 p.m.

Kitty Tree-O wall hanging on 10/23 at 6:00 p.m.

Quick Quilt on Point on 10/28 at 6:00 p.m.

Children’s Class on Saturday, 11/8 at 10:00 a.m.

One Block Star on Saturday, 11/15 at 10:00 a.m
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Christmas Open House on Sunday afternoon 11/30 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Please call or come by for more information

The Quilting Quarters

506 E. Rusk #115

Jacksonville TX 75766

903-284-2283