A Quilting Tip - Preventing 'Waviness" in Borders

One of the most often 'issues' we encounter when doing machine quilting is the "Wavy Border Syndrome". To prevent waviness or fullness in your quilt borders, follow this tip. When measuring for the borders of your quilt, always measure from the center of your quilt across from side-t0-side and from top-to-bottom, not along the outside edges. Cut your border pieces this measurement and then ease any difference into the quilt when sewing on the borders.

It's Here.....The Sashiko

The much awaited Babylock Sashiko machine has arrived at the shop! This machine was introduced a year ago, but was immediately sooooo popular that orders far exceeded production and has been on backorder until now. There is no other machine on the market like the Sashiko - it creates the look of traditional hand-work stitching. Add a hand-stitched touch to any project with this one-of-a-kind machine! Stop by the shop to take a test drive.

School Spirit

We've got spirit, yes we do. We've got spirit, how about you? We're showing our pride with some new KSU and KU fabrics. Perfect for that college student in your family.

We also have new red and black flannels with coordinating bieges and tans. Great to make a warm and cozy rag quilt for your Leoti Braves or Indians student.

Come play with Kate & Nate

We love to play with fabric, don't you? And we think you'll love to play with the latest collection to arrive at the shop - Child's Play with Kate and Nate by Sherri Berry for Northcott Fabrics. These fun prints coordinate with a couple of panels that feature alphabet blocks and center panel with 'baby firsts' blocks that you can fill in with your baby's information. Coordinating solid corduroy fabrics will add another dimension to your quilt projects. This collection would be perfect for not only quilts, but diaper bags, nursury decor and more.

Make It & Take It Mondays & More

Can you believe summer is over? Before we know it, Christmas will be here with all the shopping, cooking and parties. Let us help you prepare for a "Homemade Holiday" with a wide array of Make It & Take It Classes throughout the fall. Classes will be held on Mondays (unless otherwise noted) beginning at 5:30 p.m. Each class is $10 plus supplies. Sign up for three different classes for $25. Class fees must be paid at the time of registration. Classes are limited to 8 people.

• Tea Towel Aprons - Monday, Sept. 20, Instructor Deb Case. Sew up several of these quick, and easy aprons - paired with a cookbook, a cooking utensil or by themselves, it's a perfect gift for the chef on your list.
• Lounge Pants - Monday, Sept. 27, Instructor Sharla Krenzel. Lounge pants are all the rage for any age. Both youth and adult patterns available. Great for the hard-to-buy-for on your shopping list!
• 30-Minute Tablerunner - Monday, Oct. 4, Instructor Janet Droste. Need a last minute give? This quick - only 30 minutes from start to finish - tablerunner is the perfect gift when you're in a pinch. Make them for every occassion! We've paired it with another quick and easy project - Christmas tree napkins!
• Casserole Cover - Monday, Oct. 18, Instructor Deb Case. Easy casserole tote perfect for those carry-in dinners. Pair it with a new baking dish for another great gift!
• Spiral Tree Skirt - Saturday, Oct. 23, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Instructor Belinda Oldham. Use the 9 degree ruler to create a beautiful tree skirt to grace the base of your Christmas tree this year. This ruler is also used in the Spiral Tablerunner class on Nov. 6.
• Bah Humbug? - Monday, Oct. 25, Instructor Sharla Krenzel. Make either the Snap Happy bag or the Humbug Bag - either one is perfect to carry all those little girlie things! Both come in three sizes and is fat quarter friendly!
• Spiral Tablerunner - Saturday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Instructor Janet Droste. You've seen our sample in the shop - now make your own! The spiral in this tablerunner is created using the 9 degree ruler and is definitely that cool. Use this ruler for the Spiral Tree Skirt class on Oct. 25 too.
• T-Shirt Quilts - Monday, Nov. 8, Instructor Belinda Oldham. Dig out all those sports t-shirts and make a keepsake quilt - perfect for the athlete in your family. It'll be a gift they treasure forever!
• Let's Play Twister! - Monday, Nov. 22, Instructor Sharla Krenzel. The Twister or 'Lil Twister rulers create a 'new twist' to the traditional 4-patch block. You determine the size of project - from a small table runner to a full-size quilt - made from either charm packs or layer cakes.
• Tea Towel Pillows - Monday, Nov. 29, Instructor Deb Case. Tea towels are the secret behind these quick and cute decorative pillows - a perfect accent for any holiday or everyday decor!
• Grommet Wallet - Monday, Dec. 6, Instructor Deb Case. Grommets are the hot new fashion embellishment. Make this fashion-forward wallet for all the hip girls on your Christmas list!
• Just for Baby - Monday, Dec. 20, Instructor Janet Droste. Make a cute baby sleeper from a Onesie, or a Tag-A-Long mini blanket with a variety of trims to tickle a baby's senses! These are great baby gifts to have on hand anytime.