Saturday, January 23, 2010

Quilt Minnestoa 2010 Fabric is ready to preorder today!

Quilt Minnesota Fabrics will be available for purchase July 30th, 2010.  But, you can pre-order your today!  Here are some samples of the fabric:






Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Sign up today for the Wall Hanging of the Month!

There is still time to sign up for the Wall Hanging of the Month. Create a fresh look in your house every month with these beautiful wall hangings.


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We will work one month ahead, so you will start with March. Before you know it you will have a beautiful bunny wall hanging just in time for Easter decorating!


Friday, January 15, 2010

Long Arm Certification Classes Are Available

Ever wanted to long arm your own quilts? We have just the class for you! Learn to use our long arm machine and finish your own quilts on it. Take the one on one class (2 1/2 hour session) and then you are able to rent out the machine. We will provide a practice quilt for your to learn on. The cost is $60. Simply call the shop to set up your appointment!

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Still Time to take a Class in January!

Quilting 101
This class will cover the quilt making process from the very beginning. You will learn to cut with a rotary cutter, sew with exact 1/4" seams, how to make and arrange your blocks to complete the quilt. We will also cover putting on borders. This is a great class to take if you have not made a quilt or just made a small project. Our pattern is called Hop, Skip and Jump. It is a new Triple Expresso pattern that has 3 quilts in one pattern! You decide which version to make. Stop in to see the sample and pick up your supply list.
Date: Thur, Jan 21, 28, & Feb 4
Times: 6:30-9:00pm
Fee:$35 (Pattern Included)

Basic Sewing
Lean to use a sewing machine. You will learn to thread your machine, winding a bobbin and sew with your own machine. You will cute and sew a simple project that you can complete in class. Sewing machines are available if needed. However, you may want to learn on the machine you will be sewing at home with.
Date: Sat, Jan 23 Time: 10:00-12:00 OR
Date: Wed, Jan 20 Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Fee: $9

Donate Fabric
We will again be accepting donation fabrics to give to our area groups (3 of them) to make quilts with. Please drop off you fabric between January 25th and 30th. We will weight it and whatever it weights, you will get that discount in the store for that day (up to 30%). We appreciate your donations. The groups make good use of the material.
Dates: Jan 25-30

Small Wall Hanging
Take this class to see how easy it is to make an appliques wall hanging for your door or window. I have a variety of patterns to choose from the Patch Abilities line. Finished size is 6" x 22". Stop in to see our samples and choose the one you like best. We have kits available for some of the patterns, or use up your own scraps.
Date: Tue, Jan 26 or Thur, Feb 11
Time: 6:30-9:30pm
Fee: $9

Clutter Bug Bag
If you have always wanted to make a purse, but were afraid to, start with this cute clutter bug bag. Made with a charm pack we have kits available or use your own scraps on it. Complete this bag in just one night. Stop in to see the sample and pick up your supply list. Finished size 9"x10".



Date: Wed Jan 27 or Sat Feb 13
Time: 6:30-9:00pm
Fee: $9




Craft/Sewing Day Retreat
Join us for an all day and evening retreat. Leave your cleaning and cooking at home an just bring your project to work on. Bring your own beverage, the meals will be provided along with some snacks to keep your strength up. Bring your own project or ask for one of our retreat projects.
Date: Sat Jan 30, Mar 13, Fri Feb 26
Time: 9:00am-10:00pm???
Fee: $15


Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Exciting Spring Bus Tour

Over The River

Quilt Shop

Bus Tour

April 27 & 28 (Tue & Wed)

$99

Includes: Bus, Hotel & Meals

Visit 6 shops in 2 days.

Leaving Montgomery Tuesday Morning

Returning to Montgomery Wednesday evening

Shops include:

Quilter's Dream - Montgomery, MN

Heavenly Patchwork Quilt Shop – Waconia

Kay Charlotte's Web - Stillwater, MN

Heart 2 Hands - Neillsville, WI

Cotton Club - Chippewa Falls, WI

Rather Bee Quilting - Lake City, MN

Call To Reserve your spot

Quilter’s Dream---507-364-5130