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October 8, 2024
 
We Are Back!
Power was restored on Monday and we are back to serve all your creative needs. Thank you to all those who stopped by, and came to sit-and-sew.

ISharpenIt is Coming this Saturday
Terry of ISharpenIt will be here at Beginnings on Saturday, October 12, from 10:00 to 11:30. Print the form here on his website, and drop off your scissors and knives for while-you-wait service. If you cannot make that date, use the form to drop off your scissors anytime and Terry will return them back to Beginnings for pickup.
 
Luminaire 3 Innov-ís XP3 
The latest and greatest sewing, embroidery, and quilting machine from Brother. In addition to our revolutionary StitchVision projection technology, the Luminaire 3 has powerful wireless LAN capabilities, so you can transfer embroidery designs directly from your PC. You can even send images from a smart phone or tablet, get alerts when it’s time to change thread, and enable multiple Brother machines to work together. It’s a machine that’s as brilliant as your ideas.  Its 10-5/8 x 16” embroidery area is the largest and most advanced embroidery frame that Brother has ever offered, with 1500 built-in embroidery designs including 158 Disney designs.  Expand your design capability with 695 decorative stitches.
Take your creativity to new heights with the Brother Luminaire 3, making fantastic projects like this embroidered purse from a purchased pattern, sewn and embroidered by Gail Johnson. 
 
Moda Tango by Kate Spain - This vibrant and energetic collection includes blush pinks and deep teals that harmonize with golds, turquoise, greens, and reds. - Layer Cake - 47.99, Charm Pack - 11.99, yardage 12.99 / yard


Easy Striped Runner Pattern By Karen Montgomery - The easiest project you will ever make, just five seams and the top is finished. The magic is in the 60 degree triangle ruler. Includes illustrated instructions for the Basic Runner as well as additional layouts for triangle runners, assorted lengths and placemats. - 
9.00
Benartex Harvest Festival Fabrics - Perfect Stripe with pumpkins and fall flowers for the Runner pattern, plus we have a full line of fall fabrics for your Autumn inspired projects.  See our apple stripe too. - 12.99 - 13.50 / yard
Creative Grids 60-degree Equilateral Triangle Ruler - Cut 30 and 60 degree angles up to a finished height of 12 inches. This 60 degree equilateral triangle features easy to read black and white markings. A 1/4 inch dashed line is printed on each side of the center vertical line so you can cut 30 degree triangles that include the seam allowance. The ruler slides easily over the fabric until pressure is applied. Then, our exclusive gripper holds the fabric in place while cutting, eliminating slipping and miss-cuts.

 
Great Classes Coming Up - Space Available
All classes require advance registration, cash or check only. 
Call the shop or stop by to register and get the supply lists.

3-D Techniques Baltimore Applique Quilts with Carol Clanton - This is a fun introductory class where you will learn several techniques and how to incorporate them into this 12" block. In the first half of the workshop you will learn how to make an overlay design for your block and the 3-D techniques. In the afternoon, Carol will help you prepare your applique pieces for stitching and teach you the needle-turn technique that you can use to stitch down theappliques. All sewing done by hand. - 45.00

Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4 pm

 
Fun Rope Bowls with Sharon Green - Sign up for this fun class to create 3 rope bowls using fabric embellishments,  2 small; 1 medium. Samples available on class day showing other things to make with rope.  - 45.00 includes rope.
Saturday, October 12, 2024 10:00 am

 
Casual Sweatshirt Jacket 1.0 -  Create a jacket from a sweatshirt using a jelly roll. - 50.00
Monday, October 14, 2024 at 10:00 am

 
Paper Piecing with Shelia Leverson - Using the Celebration by Carol Doak pattern, Sheila will teach you how to make beautifully pieced blocks and sew them together to precisely match seams and points. This Foundation Paper Piecing technique is perfect for blocks that contain many sharply angled and small pieces. You will make a 34x34 wall hanging. While you will not finish the whole project in class, you will have gained the confidence to finish it at home. - 45.00 
Tuesday, October 15 at 10:00 am
 
Knitting Skill Building with Moe - Moe Brooks will teach additional skills including increases, decreases, button holes, 3 needle bind off, reading a pattern, and more.  The goal is to give you the skills to knit beginner patterns on your own.This class is for a person who already knows and is comfortable with how to cast on, knit stitch, purl stitch, and cast off. - Six classes 150.00
Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Nov 6, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm


 
September 24, 2024
 
Silent Lake for Northcott designed by Iosif Derecichei for Northcott Fabrics - Warm autumn shades of red, orange, and gold are contrasted with the cool shades of water, sky, and evergreen trees that come to life in a post-impressionistic style. Characterizing the panel are canoes resting quietly on the rocky bank surrounded by autumn trees, birch, and evergreens. - 13.49 / yard
Seasons and Serenity designed by Laureen Smith
- Features fabric from the Silent Lake Fabric Collection. - Two patterns in one, suitable for confident beginner quilters and beyond. Finished quilt measures 51" x 61". - 16.00
 
Quilts to Make in a Weekend from Annie's Quilting - Easy quilts to make in a weekend. This book features a wonderful combination of patterns ranging from beginner to confident beginner difficulty. Create anything ranging from wall hangings to bed quilts. The possibilities are endless. - 9.99
Moda Fiesta by Me & My Sister Designs - Fiesta is a celebration of colors, dots, plaid and big fun florals. - 12.99 / yard
Modern Quilts Illustrated #3 -  Included in this issue are patterns for Follow the Leader, Blowing in the Wind, Making Waves and the Local Color block project. 17 pages.  Modern Quilts Illustrated is an ad-free publication that takes a colorful and graphic approach to modern quilting. Printed on high-quality paper, each issue contains patterns, design inspiration, tips and techniques. - 14.00

 
Brother Innov-is Essence VM5200
From intricate stitch work using the 715 built- in sewing stitches, to embroideries using one of 318 embroidery designs, the VM5200 is perfect for any level of skill with its easy-to-use interface and Droplight Positioning Marker. The Automatic Presser Foot functionality allows you to keep sewing without stopping to lift and lower the presser foot each time. Format multiple lines of text and even adjust their locations with a push of a button, right from the intuitive touch screen. Creating large projects is easier and more fun than ever! The expansive 11.25” of workspace and the 8” x 12” maximum embroidery area allows you to work on those large projects with ease. 
 
A Day At School Soft Book Panel - From the Huggable & Loveable Collection by Sandra Magsamen for Studio E, this adorable book panel is all about a day at school.  There's reading, math, science, lunch and more. - 12.99

 
Bus Trip to Paducah for the Pacucah Quilt Festival is Booking Now
Globe Treks Tours in Hendersonville is offering to take quilters to Paducah, Kentucky next April for the Paducah Quilt Festival. We would be leaving from Hendersonville on Thursday April 24 and returning on Saturday April 26 2025. Cost is $1000.00 which includes two nights hotel stay, admission to the festival and admission to the National quilt gallery.  Please call Greg Sutter at Globe Treks at 828-692-1399 for more details and to book your space.
 
Upcoming Classes - Space Available
All classes require advance registration, cash or check only. 
Call the Shop or stop by to Register and get the supply lists.
 
The Iconic Quilt Class - This pattern is a great way to start using pre-cuts. This is and advanced beginner to intermediate level class. Kathy will show how to put this pattern together for a quick and easy quilt - 35.00
Thursday, Oct 3, 2024 at 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
 
Beginnings Wool Group - Join Jan Mott for our wool group, meetings on first Monday of each month. Free to attend.
Monday, October 07, 2024 at 10:00 am
 
3-D Techniques Baltimore Applique Quilts with Carol Clanton - This is a fun introductory class where you will learn several techniques and how to incorporate them into this 12" block. In the first half of the workshop you will learn how to make an overlay design for your block and the 3-D techniques. In the afternoon, Carol will help you prepare your applique pieces for stitching and teach you the needle-turn technique that you can use to stitch down theappliques. All sewing done by hand. - 45.00
Friday, October 11, 2024 at 10:00 am - 4 pm
 
Fun Rope Bowls with Sharon Green - Sign up for this fun class to create 3 rope bowls using fabric embellishments,  2 small; 1 medium. Samples available on class day showing other things to make with rope.  - 45.00 includes rope.
Saturday, October 12, 2024 10:00 am
 
Casual Sweatshirt Jacket 1.0 -  Create a jacket from a sweatshirt using a jelly roll. - 50.00
Monday, October 14, 2024 at 10:00 am
 
Paper Piecing with Shelia Leverson - Save the date, details to come.
Tuesday, October 15 at 10:00 am.

Knitting Skill Building with MoeMoe Brooks will teach additional skills including increases, decreases, button holes, 3 needle bind off, reading a pattern, and more.  The goal is to give you the skills to knit beginner patterns on your own.This class is for a person who already knows and is comfortable with how to cast on, knit stitch, purl stitch, and cast off. - Six classes 150.00
Wednesday, Oct 16, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Oct 23, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Nov 6, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024 at 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
 
 
September 17, 2024
 
New Books and Precuts This Week
Quilts with an Angle by Sheila Christensen - Triangles, hexagons, diamonds, and more. Learn to measure, rotary cut, and machine piece 60° shapes with ease. Sew 15 interesting angular quilts with no templates, no y-seams, and no paper piecing. Any 60° triangle ruler or straight ruler with a 60° mark works with these patterns. Arrange blocks in straight rows or kaleidoscope layouts for wildly different looks. After learning triangle grid basics, you'll be able to design your own angled blocks and quilts. - 29.95
Blue Ridge Batiks by Moda - Capture the beauty and mystery of a misty morning with batik leaves and flowers, dewdrops, and shale stone patterns in organic colors of sand, rust, earth, frost, and mist.  Layer Cake - 47.99, Charm Pack - 11.99
Tabletastic 3 by Doug Leko of Antler Quilt Design - Third in a series, this volume contains new patterns for 20 different quilted table runners and toppers. - 24.99

 
Enjoy the Little Things designed by Dan DiPaolo for Clothworks
This charming and whimsical collection features vibrant colors, playful motifs, and delightful patterns. From sweet florals to heartfelt messages, every fabric in this collection is bursting with wildflowers, echinacea, poppies, and lavender.
10-inch Square Pack - 43.99, 5-inch Square Pack - 14.50,
yardage and placemat panel - 12.99 / yard
 
Janome Endless Summer Sale and Special Financing
Click HERE to see the entire brochure
 
Amazing New Mystery Quilt Kit From Kaffe Fassett
Kaffe Fassett Mystery Quilt 2024 Fabric Pack includes Kaffe Fassett Collective fabrics for quilt top and binding. Multi colorway includes 12-1/2 yards of Kaffe Fassett Collective fabrics. Using 7 puzzle pieces, the pattern builds blocks to create a multifaceted original quilt designed by Kaffe Fassett or Liza Lucy. Puzzle piece patterns will be released every other week over 4 months, downloadable at the Free Spirit Fabrics website. Release dates for puzzle pieces are included in the Fabric Pack. Note: Quilt is not a puzzle piece quilt. Puzzle term used for the journey of the Mystery Quilt. - 230.00

 
New Patterns This Week
Tango Tote - The Tango Tote is great for featuring a large print. Perfect for when you have a lot of stuff to carry, this roomy tote features an exterior pocket for your cell phone and other items, interior slip pockets, an interior combo slip/zip pocket, key ring leash, and easy top zipper closure.
Finishes at 12″ H x 18″ W (top) x 7″ D. - 10.00 / pattern
Into the Forest from Creek Side Stitches - Enjoy the sights on a nature walk. Into the Forest quilt consists of a column of trees offset in this quilt using assorted 2 1/2" strips. Finished Size: 59" x 68". - 6.50 / pattern
Tip Top Quilt Pattern by Blue Bear Quilts - This easy, 64” x 78” lap-sized quilt is made from 8” x 8” finished blocks. - 12.00 / pattern
 
Upcoming Classes - Space Available
All classes require advance registration, cash or check only. 
Call the Shop or stop by to Register and get the supply lists.

Free Motion Quilting with Kathy Neal - Sit down with Kathy to learn the basics of free motion quilting. This will be a fun, relaxed class to practice basic free motion skills. - 25.00

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Introduction to Geometric Smocking with Linda Lippitt - Practice cable and wave stitches.  Explore ways to add smocking to clothing and home project.  Kit is provided. - 35.00
Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 10:00 am to 1:00 pm


Beginning Applique - Join Kathy to learn three machine applique techniques in this fun class. There is a class kit provided for this class. - 30.00
Monday, September 23, 2024 10:00 am

The Iconic Quilt Class - This pattern is a great way to start using pre-cuts. This is and advanced beginner to intermediate level class. Kathy will show how to put this pattern together for a quick and easy quilt - 35.00
Thursday, Oct 3, 2024 at 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

 
 
September 10, 2024
 
Adorable New Kits This Week
Wee One Cuddle Kit - Affectionately called Wee One Cuddle® Kit Furever Friends, this kit makes a perfect complement for little girls' or boys' rooms. This Wee Ones Cuddle® kit quilt is approximately 27" by 27" and includes seven pre-cut 5" strips, pattern and fabrics for the backing and binding. - 44.99 / kit
Felix the Fox Cuddle Buddies Kit - Shannon Fabrics has partnered with our friends at Kimberbell to create a kit that pairs our Cuddle® fabric and Lullaby quilt design with their pattern for the cutest fox stuffie you've ever seen! Named "Felix the Fox", this Cuddle® Buddies Kit includes the fabrics to make the blanket and stuffed animal, as well as the pattern for each. Machine applique fabric and instructions are also included. Additional and optional Felix the Fox machine embroidery design (for the blanket and the stuffed fox) can be purchased via an electronic download through Kimberbell. - 65.99 / kit
Kimberbear Cuddle Buddies Kit - Shannon Fabrics has partnered with our friends at Kimberbell to create a kit that pairs our Cuddle® fabric and Lullaby quilt design with their pattern to make sewing these fun projects easier than ever. This "Kimberbear" Cuddle® Buddies Kit includes the Cuddle® fabric (both pink and blue fabric) to make the blanket and stuffed animal, as well as the pattern for each. Machine applique fabric and instructions are also included. Additional and optional Kimberbear machine embroidery design (for the bear on the blanket) can be purchased via an electronic download through Kimberbell. - 65.99 / kit

 
Moda Floribunda Layer Cake - From the Create Joy Project Line, this collection contains beautiful floribunda roses, daisies, and foliage as well as lively stripes, dots, and watercolor textures. With its vibrant flowers paired with earthy browns and greens, Florabunda creates a garden of beauty. - 47.99
Quilters Cottage Book by Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet -
Imagine living in this quilter’s cottage, with flowers on the gate and quilts drying on the line. Lori Holt’s new quilt, the Quilter’s Cottage, is a sweet reminder that home is where the heart is, so make it beautiful. Book includes instructions for the 74.5” x 89” Quilter’s Cottage quilt and a few coordinating projects. - 24.95
 
Are You Ready for Halloween Projects?
Halloween Fabrics from Benartex - Our delightful Halloween quilting fabrics features a variety of charming and playful images, making it ideal for creating children's quilts, and spooky home projects. From adorable pumpkins and cute ghosts to playful witches and candy corn, these fabrics will add a touch of whimsy to your Halloween creations. For those seeking a spookier vibe, we also offer fabrics with Glow-In-The-Dark elements, perfect for creating a truly eerie quilt. Exciting Halloween motifs including ghosts, jack o'lanterns, witches, scaredy cats and many more!  
Turn your home into a glow in the dark spooktacular site. - 12.99 -13.30 / yard
Jelly Stars by Morgan McCollough - An enjoyable, quick and easy pattern, it's perfect for using tons of fun prints and colors in one quilt. Grab your favorite precut strips (or quarter yard cuts) and create your very own Jelly Stars quilt. It would work great with a variety of quarter yard cuts of our Halloween fabrics. Project size: 64"x72. - 13.00 pattern
See our entire collection of Halloween prints from our favorite fabric lines. 

 
Halloween Parade by Anita Jeram for Clothworks Fabrics - It's all treat and no trick when Anita Jeram's whimsical animals turn out for Halloween. Plenty of bats, ghosts, and pumpkins and a traditional orange-and-black palette make for a classic seasonal look that veers more cute than scary. Kids and adults alike will love picking out their favorite scenes on spooky season quilts. - 12.99 / yard
Lillian Dress by Children’s Corner- Lillian is the essential sleeveless shift dress. Your girl can wear this versatile, lined dress for any dressy or casual occasion. Lillian buttons down the back. This classic silhouette suits girls at every age, sizes 18 mo - 14. Designed for light to medium-weight woven fabrics, adorable in our Halloween fabrics. - 16.00

 
This Week's Featured Machine
Elna eXcellence 770
The eXcellence 770 is a premium computerized sewing machine offering outstanding quality, an extra-large sewing space, intuitive operation and an astonishing number of very high-level features. This exclusive combination will assist you with advanced techniques for regular sewing and decorative stitching.  Features 350 built-in stitches, 11 automatic buttonholes and 2 alphabets, extra-large sewing space, full-color and high-definition LCD touch screen, and more.

 
Mini Wonderful Curves:16 Seasonal Quilt Projects Using the QCR Mini Ruler by Jenny Pedigo and Helen Robinson for Sew Kind of Wonderful - Explore a whole year’s worth of seasonal quilts using the QCR Mini Ruler, using the same basic block as the foundation for each quilt. Added elements to make each quilt uniquely beautiful. Tulips, sunflowers, pinwheels, hearts, fall foliage and more grace their beautiful quilts. With a “How to” picture tutorial at the beginning of the book, it offers a fun and unique approach to sewing curves that is perfect for quilters of all skill levels. Quilting examples are also included at the end of the book. -  22.99
QCR Mini Ruler from Sew Kind of Wonderful
- Used for cutting curves easily.  Reduces curved cutting and sewing time. Multiple QCR Mini patterns are available. Use it as a square-up ruler. Free Mini Runner pattern included. Ruler measures 5in x 8in. - 19.00
 
Upcoming Classes - Space Available
All classes require advance registration, cash or check only. 
Call the Shop or stop by to Register and get the supply lists.

Jelly Roll Mystery Square Quilt with Kathy Neal - Create a baby or lap quilt 38 x 50 using half a jelly roll; or create a larger quilt using all strips from a jelly roll. - 30.00
Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 10:00 am to 2:00 pm


Beginning Quilting with Pat Pierce - Learn the basics of quilting. You will make a wall hanging or baby quilt using a charm pack (5" squares). You will be sewing on the first day of class making 9 patch blocks.  You will learn to rotary cut, make sashes, borders, basic quilting and binding. Gain an understanding of quilting terminology and introduction to many of the tools used to create quilts. - 75.00 for three sessions.
Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Friday, September  20, 2024 at 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Friday, September  27, 2024 at 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Project Bags - Sign up to sew with Suzanne to create bags that are great for organizing everything you need for your projects. These handy zipper bags have sturdy quilted bases and vinyl windows to see the contents. The class includes instruction for the large bag (13.5 x 13.5 in.) and the small bag (6.5 x 10.5 in.).  Confident Beginner to Intermediate. - 35.00
Monday, September 16, 2024, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm


Free Motion Quilting with Kathy Neal - Sit down with Kathy to learn the basics of free motion quilting. This will be a fun, relaxed class to practice basic free motion skills. - 25.00
Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Introduction to Geometric Smocking with Linda Lippitt - Practice cable and wave stitches.  Explore ways to add smocking to clothing and home project.  Kit is provided. - 35.00
Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
 
 
September 3, 2024
 
Did You Enjoy the Apple Festival? 
Keep the Apples Going All Fall With Our Great New Apple Fabrics
Benartex Cider House - These apple-themed prints are crisp and delicious. You can almost smell the apple pie cooling on the window sill as you look at these fabrics. Not only will you find apple prints, but also apple stripes, apple words with hot apple cider, and a fantastic fall leaf print. - 13.50 / yard
Timeless Treasures Orchard Valley - showcases exquisite apple-themed prints, meticulously curated in a harmonious color palette of vibrant reds, soft creams, and elegant blacks. -12.99 / yard

 
Use the Apple Stripe Fabric for a Fantastically Easy Fall Table Runner
Easy Striped Table Runner pattern designed by Karen Montgomery for The Quilt Company - The easiest project you will ever make! Anniversary Edition. Five seams and the top is finished! No need for binding. The magic is in the 60 degree triangle ruler! Includes illustrated instructions for the 16" X 44" Basic Runner as well as additional layouts for triangle runners, assorted lengths and placemats. - 9.00
We also carry the Creative Grids 60-degree ruler you'll need for the project.

 
Winter Jays designed by Art Brand Holdings by Northcott Fabrics - features a winter scene including blue jays and chickadees in a quiet country scene. Complementing the featured prints is a variety of prints, such as birds, barns, pinecones, wood grain, and snowy textures in shades of blue from light to dark. - 12.99 / yard


New Books This Week With Book Theme Fabrics
Ricky Tims’ Convergence Quilts - Popular quilting expert Ricky Tims presents an imaginative, new piecing technique that quilters will adore. Convergence quilts feature two or more fabrics cut into strips, sewn together, then cut and pieced again. Ricky offers lots of creative guidelines but no hard-and-fast rules, so every Convergence quilt is a unique work of art. Book contains 4 projects. - 23.95
Bookworm designed by Morris Creative Group for QT Fabrics - Avid readers, writers, and scholars will be thrilled with this collection of prints highlighting the tools of the trade. Bookshelves, typewriters, desks and writing accoutrements, reading glasses and more are assembled in a quilting collection perfect for a cozy fire and favorite author. - 12.99 / yard
Two of a Kind Quilts by Lisa Alexander and Susan Ache - Build your scrap-quilting skills as you stitch your way through 12 striking patterns. Professional long-armers Maggi Honeyman and Sue Rogers join in, adding their advice on how to quilt your scrap quilts. -  29.99

 
New Patterns Featuring Moda Fabric
Daisy Chains Pattern designed by Suzanne DeLaGarza - makes a 60 x 60 inch quilt - 10.00
Honeybloom designed by 3 Sisters for Moda - Inspired by light and airy spring afternoons, walks through secret gardens in spinning dresses and watching the clouds while laying next to your best friend in a field of tall wildflowers. Featuring the softest florals in shades of aqua, yellow and taupe, the collection of prints are delicate, sophisticated, and romantic with a crisp, fresh feel. - 12.99 / yard
Brielle Garden pattern by Pine Tree Country Quilts - A Bargello Rebooted pattern, including an easy method of sewing small strip sets, a diagram for every row and precise pressing to make putting everything together hassle-free. - 4.99

  
Janome QMP20 with Pro Stitcher
Have you wanted to quilt your own quilts easier and faster?  Come into the shop and try our Janome Quilt Maker Pro 20 with 2,500 SPI, cruise and precision stitch regulation. Experience effortless quilting using the fully independent, adjustable handlebars making micro quilting a breeze. Never again will you need extra lighting with the state-of-the-art LED lights around the needle, throat space area, and the bobbin area, making it easy to see every stitch and every speck of fuzz below. Second guessing needle position is over with our needlepoint laser light that gives you precise needle position. Personalize your handlebar buttons where they are perfect for your needs, whether you are right or left-handed, allowing you to have significant button functions on either handlebar.  The Pro-Stitcher quilting system integrates world-class quilting machines with the latest computer technology. Expand your quilting possibilities with this easy-to-use, computerized system, and finish more quilts. Pro-Stitcher offers the best of both worlds: computerized quilting and free-motion quilting in the same package.

 
Class Just Added for Thursday
Basic Machine Cleaning by Todd Simmons

Participants may bring their own machines if they like, or just follow along and observe as Todd cleans a demonstration machine. Registration required, just call the shop. 
Thursday September 5, 10:00 am to 11:30 - Cost 15.00 

Check out our Classes Page For More
Jelly Roll Mystery Square Quilt with Kathy Neal on September 12 
Beginning Sewing with Pat Pierce three session course begins Friday September 13 
Project Bags with Suzanne DeLaGarza on Sept 16
Introduction to Geometric Smocking with Linda Lippitt on Sept 19
Beginning Applique with Kathy Neal on September 23, and more!
All classes require advance registration, cash or check only. 
Call the Shop or stop by to Register and get the supply list.
 
Click on our Classes Page to see all the classes coming up.

 
 
August 27, 2024
 
Introducing the Brother Aveneer EV1
Embark on a new era of rediscovery with our new flagship machine, the Aveneer, EV1. This game-changing sewing, embroidery, and quilting machine is designed to enhance your creativity, imagination, and productivity. With its state-of-the-art technology, luxurious features, high-speed performance, and elegant engineering, the Aveneer EV1 is the perfect companion for visionaries who strive for excellence.  The EV1’s Quiltbroidery features are all about versatility. With five options for two-color quilting sash designs, it is easy to create a variety of eye-catching, colorful borders and quilting patterns. Offering single or triple stitch options. We learned so much at the launch last week, come into the shop so we can tell you all about it, and you can pre-order!
 
Enchanted Forest from Quilted Treasures
Majestic animals styled in a unique decorative style with rich jewel-tone colors. Anchored by a large, sophisticated patch panel and decorative stripe, this collection brings the magic of nature to life with plenty of coordinates to mix and match. Decorative forest circle motifs and mushroom designs bring even more intrigue and creative opportunity to this new collection by Morris Creative Group.  
Panel and prints - 12.99 / yard


 
Happy Hauler Pattern from Aunties Two - Big zipper top bag. Six pockets on the inside to keep everything organized. Haul your towels and toys to the beach, haul your blankets and jackets to the boat or your quilts to show and tell.  Bag measures 20-inches tall by 12-inches deep. - 10.00 / pattern
Come see our latest Fall Fabrics from all our favorite manufacturers - 12.99 to 13.99. 
Scrap Happy Quilts by Georgia Bonesteel
-  Georgia Bonesteel shares updated methods for making 25 classic quilt patterns using only your fabrics on hand. Expand your skills with the quilt design Real Trip around the World, using a unique sewing system that starts with fabric strips set in a magazine; try a more modern Crazy Patch defined in black and white with bright accents. Enjoy funny stories, surprising moments, and personal lessons Georgia has learned through her decades of trailblazing in the quilt world. For all levels of quilters; pattern templates are included. We have a limited number of autographed copies. - 25.99


Potpourri from Quilted Treasures - A mixed bouquet of vibrant florals, medallion geometrics, and textured blenders, perfect for any project that will bring the garden indoors. Create unique quilts, apparel, and home décor accents sure to charm designed by Morris Creative Group  12.99 / yard
Playgrounds Collide Pattern from Moda. Finished size: 72″ X 72″ - 4.99 / pattern
  
 
Get started on your Christmas Projects with these New Books
Knit a Merry Christmas by Annie’s Knit
- Get a jump on your holiday crafting with these 20+ projects that will add cheer to your home! Designs include Knitted Gift-Card Pockets, tree ornaments, Chubby Santa, Father Christmas, Winter Wonderland Village Houses, Christmas stocking, Buffalo Plaid Table Runner & Mug Rug and lots more. Made using various weights of yarns including fingering-, worsted- and Dk-weight yarns and includes a mix of easy and intermediate skill levels. - 12.99
Vintage Christmas by Lori Holt - Step into Lori Holt's scrappy happy vintage world this Christ mas season with new quilt blocks and seventeen quilty projects. Her 42 blocks are available in both 6" and 12" sizes, so they work perfectly with her previous books. Mix and match traditional blocks and adorable one-of-a-kind picture blocks. 206 pages, soft cover, spiral bound. - 32.95

 
Upcoming Classes - Space Available
All classes require advance registration, cash or check only. 
Call the Shop or stop by to Register and get the supply list.

Four Corners Apron with Kathy Neal - Quick pattern for a fun project. Pick out two coordinating fabrics and make this darling apron during our three hour class. These aprons make great hostess gifts and Christmas gifts. Call the store or stop by to book your place and get a materials list. - 25.00
Thursday, August 29, 2024, 10:00 am


Project Bags - Sign up to sew with Suzanne to create bags that are great for organizing everything you need for your projects. These handy zipper bags have sturdy quilted bases and vinyl windows to see the contents. The class includes instruction for the large bag (13.5 x 13.5 in.) and the small bag (6.5 x 10.5 in.).  Confident Beginner to Intermediate. - 35.00
Monday, September 16, 2024, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
 
 
August 20, 2024
 
New this Week, Patterns and Fabrics Made for Each Other
These adorable farm based patterns from Coach House Designs make 40" x 52" size quilts that will have you saying E-I-E-I-O. Choose from Farm Life, A Farm for Willow, Tractor Pull, Baaa, On the Farm, or Petting Zoo - 11.00 each.

 
Willow’s Farm fabric line designed by Deb Strain for Moda - Featured in the Coach House patterns above, these fabrics are filled with sweet farm animals, trucks, tractors and butterflies. Willow's Farm provides a welcoming barnyard to create with.
Layer Cake - 47.99; Charm Pack - 11.99; yardage and panel - 12.99 / yard

 
Janome AirThread 2000D - provides all the tools you need to deliver professional quality finishing. With Janome's One-Push Air Threading System the tedious threading of upper and lower loopers is a thing of the past. The 8-Piece Feed Dog System will easily grab and feed your fabric, from slinky knits to denim, and meet the challenges of your sewing projects. The Built-in One-step Converter makes changing from 3-thread to 2-thread applications easier than ever. With a built-in needle threader, manually threading your serger needles is a breeze.
Essential Serger Reference Tool - Sergers are excellent sewing tools, but navigating the machine can feel overwhelming with their multiple threads, thread paths, and functions. Beginner and experienced sewists alike will find simplified instructions to thread the serger, choose and use serger stitches, and serge different fabric types. Easy-to-find information on differential feed, securing seams, and serging challenging shapes make even your toughest projects progress with ease. Use the troubleshooting charts to solve tension problems and easily choose compatible serger stitches for your projects including basic stitches, flatlocking, rolled hems, and coverstitching. - 21.95

 
Janome Skyline S6
Includes the features to take your sewing to a new level with a spacious bed provides room for more oversized quilting and home dec projects. At the same time, its easy convenience features like Automatic Thread Cutter and Memorized Needle Up/Down will save you time and make your sewing easier. With 196 Built-In Stitches, this computerized machine has top-of-the-line features at a mid-level price. 

 
Tim Holtz Eclectic Elements Laboratory for Free Spirit Fabrics
The Laboratory collection evokes mystery and nostalgia. Inspired by forgotten formulations, molecular experiments, and curated specimens, it captures the mindful exploration of ideas both lost and found.  Featuring the periodic table, notebook formulas and elements, these fabrics are perfect for the scientist in your family. - 13.49 / yard
 
Cheerful Cheeks for Blank Manufacturing
A nostalgic collection that features playful woodland animals. The vibrant cheerful colors will remind you of collecting leaves, pinecones, mushrooms and other natural treasures. Cozy looking foxes sip on coffee as raccoons wrapped in scarves collect leaves. Porcupines and deer collect mushrooms along the foliage covered ground. - Panel and yardage - 13.19 / yard


Upcoming Classes - Space Available
All classes require advance registration, cash or check only. 
Call the Shop or stop by to Register and get the supply lists.

Mountain Sunflower Landscapes Class - Jo-Ann Jensen's class creates original art with fabric. You will complete one 11" x 14" matted mountain landscape composition and a 5" x 7" card taking inspiration from the fabric provided. Learn art composition basics, stitching tips and finishes. - 60.00
Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 12:00 pm


 Four Corners Apron with Kathy Neal - Quick pattern for a fun project. Pick out two coordinating fabrics and make this darling apron during our three hour class. These aprons make great hostess gifts and Christmas gifts. - 25.00
Thursday, August 29, 2024, 10:00 am


Project Bags - Sign up to sew with Suzanne to create bags that are great for organizing everything you need for your projects. These handy zipper bags have sturdy quilted bases and vinyl windows to see the contents. The class includes instruction for the large bag and the small bag.  
Confident Beginner to Intermediate. - 35.00
Monday, September 16, 2024, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

 
 

August 13, 2024
 
New Classes and Fabrics This Week
Plus New additions to Our Knitting and Clothing Departments

Iconic Pattern by Lella Boutique - Beginner friendly and a perfect way to showcase the beautiful prints of your layer cake or 10-inch square pack - 10.00
Free Spirit Classics Plus 10in Rainbow - Bright colors in Kaffe Fassett’s signature print style - 48.80
Stop by and see Kathy’s Iconic Quilt in Rainbow Brights.


Northcott Fabrics Pepita By Stephanie Brandenburg of Frond Design Studios - Warm summer rain washes through a verdant valley full of forest foliage in a dazzling display of color and shadow. Panel, stripes and striking florals - 12.99 / yard
 
New Clothing Pattens and Fabrics for Kids and Adults
Children’s Corner Jordan Pattern - Adorable one piece outfit designed for knit fabrics. - 16.00
Audrey Wrap Skirt Pattern by Fig Tree and Co - A wonderfully simple reversible wrap around skirt pattern perfect for any level of sewist. Pattern available in 2 lengths. Fits sizes 8-14 - 10.50
Figo Rayon from Northcott Fabrics - perfect for clothing with a soft hand and beautiful drape in modern prints. - 16.00 / yard

 
  Are you interested in taking Machine Embroidery to the next level?
Explore ways to turn our hobby into a business? Learn some of the advantages of multi-needle embroidery vs. Single needle? New to embroidery or just curious? Join us on
Wednesday, August 14th, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
as we welcome local entrepreneur Cynthia Ellenburg to our shop. She will talk about her journey from being a hobbyist to a successful business owner and how the Brother PR 1055X 10-needle helped her achieve her goals. Bring your questions as we explain the many features plus tips and tricks on using this versatile and easy to use machine.
Free event, but registration required - Just call the shop to get your spot.

 
Coming Next Week, the Brother Aveener EV-1
Talk to Todd this week to claim one of the first shipments with a $500 refundable reservation
Todd and Kathy are proud to be Gold Dealers for Brother, selected as one of the few shops from all dealers nationwide to attend theofficial launch next week, August 19-20 in Bridgewater, NJ. Beginnings will host a Brother Educator soon as well.

 
Look What's New in our Knitting and Crochet Hutch
A-Z of Knitting -  All you need to know about knitting is here, from beginner’s basics to advanced techniques. With clear instructions and helpful photographs, this complete resource walks you from first casting on through basic stitches, increasing and decreasing, reading patterns and fixing mistakes. Features over 400 step-by-step photographs, 20 designs, and loads of need-to-know advice on knitting stitches, techniques, and supplies. - 19.95
60 Quick Knitted Toys -  From stuffed animals to hand puppets, this book is a treasure trove—or toy chest—bursting with inventive and irresistible patterns to knit. This collection of 60 cool toys, includes tools like a saw, hammer, and screwdriver to a menagerie of stuffed hippos, owls, foxes, and monkeys; games like a jumbo knitted tic-tac-toe board, penguin bowling and more - 7.95
Cascade Farms Noble Cotton Yarns - Created from 100% mercerized long staple cotton which boosts the fibers’ strength, color depth and luster, this is an ideal yarn for every day garments and accessories. - 9.49 / skein
Totally Textured Crochet by Annie’s Crochet -  22 textured projects for you and your home. Projects include an oversize spring cardi, hats, scarves, doily, coasters, table runner, 16 stitches sampler throw, earrings, bracelets and more. Projects are made using various weights of yarn. - 12.99

 
Free Spirit Paper Trees designed by Sue Penn -  This collection isn't your typical forest scene - it's a delightful exploration of color and form, born from Sue's unique creative process. Sue began with hand-printed papers, cutting them into a kaleidoscope of shapes: circles, triangles, and delicate flowers. But it was the leaves that truly stole the show. Transformed into enchanting tree patterns, they became the heart of the collection. The leftover shapes blossomed into a chorus of complementary prints, including tossed trees and a sprinkle of petite geometrics. - 13.99 / yard


Upcoming Classes - Space Available
All classes require advance registration, cash or check only. 

Free Motion Quilting with Kathy Neal - Sit down with Kathy to learn the basics of free motion quilting. This will be a fun, relaxed class to practice basic free motion skills. - 25.00
Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am


Mountain Sunflower Landscapes Class - Join Jo-Ann Jensen to create original art with fabric! You will complete one 11" x 14" matted mountain landscape composition and a 5" x 7" card taking inspiration from the fabric provided. Learn art composition basics, stitching tips and finishes. - 60.00
Wednesday, August 21, 2024, 12:00 pm


Four Corners Apron with Kathy Neal - Quick pattern for a fun project. Pick out two coordinating fabrics and make this darling apron during our three hour class. These aprons make great hostess gifts and Christmas gifts. Call the store or stop by to book your place and get a materials list. - 25.00
Thursday, August 29, 2024, 10:00 am


 

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