APQS Lucey Sale

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We're having a Lucey Sale!

That's right! Lucey is on sale for a limited time. If you've had your eye on Lucey, now is the time to buy. Lucey offers the throat space of our top-of-the-line machines – making it an exceptional value.

Package includes:

• Lucey Longarm Quilting System
• FREE upgrade to a Deluxe Table (value $2,000)
• FREE Automatic Quilt Advance System (value $1,900)
• Package Retail Price: $19,100

SALE PRICE: $15,200

When you quilt with Lucey, you’ll quickly understand why APQS quilting machines are known for being easy to use and simple to operate. Everything is designed, engineered and crafted to be approachable, inviting and simple to use. Lucey offers the throat space of our top-of-the-line machines – making it an exceptional value.

Don't forget to add a Bliss Track package for only $1,300.

Prices are in USD. Contact Bill for more details bill@fabricshelf.ca

You can read more at https://www.apqs.com/machines/lucey/

Gloria Barlow

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Gloria Barlow brought her gorgeous Lone Star quilt in for us to longarm quilt for her. With the black background the colours in the star, border and applique really pop! A fantastic quilt Gloria with beautiful choice in fabrics and design!

The Edge to Edge digital design is Bossa Nova, one of my favourites with Glide thread Prickly Pear the chosen top thread. Longarm quilter is Leslie Ford.

Thank you to Gloria for sharing your talents with us all!

Gloria Barlow

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Gloria Barlow also brought in her lovely Lattice quilt for us to longarm for her. Her stitching is awesome making it so easy to longarm for her. Don't you just love her fabric choices?

Edge to Edge digital design is Double Bubble with Prickly Pear Glide thread for the top. So rich and vibrant! Longarm quilted by Leslie Ford.

Thank you again to Gloria Barlow for sharing with us all!

Lori Fowlie

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Lori Fowlie brought her simple but very pretty little quilt in for us to longarm quilt for her. Not all quilts need to be intense piecing and complicated. This one shows that with beautiful fabrics and a basic layout you can achieve a gorgeous finish. I am sure this will be one very loved quilt!

The Edge to Edge digital design is called Asian Flow with a great movement throughout the quilt. Top thread is Glide Tabriz Orchid. Longarm quilter is Lori Dewart.

Thank you to Lori for sharing with everyone!

Val Schilds

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Val Schilds brought her oh so cozy flannel little quilt in for us to longarm quilt for her. the flannel is so thick and soft you just want to curl up on the couch with it and maybe stitch some binding on. With a bowl of chips and binge watch Briggerton. Ok, back on track....

The quilt was quilted using the design Snow Winds for a wonderful season look. Top thread is Glide Pale Mist. The quilt was longarmed by Lori Dewart, who you see on the right side trying to be subtle. LOL.

Well done Val and thank you so  much for sharing!

Blake Wolter

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Blake Wolter was in for some retail therapy, which she did very well with. While in shopping I noticed her amazing shoes! I have never seen shoes like these and was immediately smitten!!!!

Check this out at the website for some of the most unique shoes I have ever seen! I know this has nothing to do with quilting, but I still think it is rather interesting!
https://ca-hotchocolatedesign.glopalstore.com/

Sagebrush Guild

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One of our local Quilt Guilds is looking for new members. These are evening meetings for beginner and experienced quilters.

If interested check out their website at http://www.sagebrushquiltersguild.ca

You can also contact Sandy with a text message at 250-319-5835

Peacock Plumes by Island Batiks

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This was the week for batiks! From Island Batiks came 5 boxes with the yummiest fabric ever! The depth of the fabric, design and clarity is so lovely! There may have been some vigorous fondling going on in the shop!

We have almost 200 bolts of batiks so pretty much we have what you are looking for. Even more exciting..... we actually made room for it all! Yeah for us! And I think I can squeeze a few more bolts in!

The one shown is called Peacock Plumes in luscious magentas, golds and more! Click on the link to see this one and more: https://fabricshelf.rainadmin.com/shop/Fabric/Batik/p/PEACOCK-PLUMES---PAISLEY-FEATHER-BEAUJOLAIS-x64981731.htm

Weekly Quilting Tip

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This week we offer a great little tip for more precise piecing.
Ironing is one of the most important processes of quilting. When piecing I use no steam at all as I do not want to stretch those seams. I sew with a scant 1/4" seam allowance and then take it to the ironing board. I heat set it and then finger press to the darker fabric. Next step is to lightly apply the Acorn precision formula and press again. Don't move the iron around, just press it in place. It is amazing how flat and even the seams will be.

If you haven't tried the Acorn Precision pressing solution, give it a try and you will be amazed at the difference. That and remember to use a 1/4" scant seam allowance, by moving your needle over 1 to 2 spaces to the right. This is a game changer!

Pictured is the pen you will need to apply the formula. You put the solution in the pen and lightly apply directly to the seam.

Free Grocery Bag Pattern

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I can't remember if I already had a free bag pattern in a previous newsletter, but thought it is always a needed and appreciated item you can easily make in an afternoon.
Also you could use up a good part of your stashes to make one for everyone on the Christmas gift.

Fabric requirements :
.5 meter for outside main (20")
.6 for outside bottom and straps (24")
.6 for lining (24")

The pattern comes from Robert Kaufman fabrics and is rated Beginner. You can always add elements to it as you gain confidence. Add pockets, applique and so much more!

Click here for the free link to the pattern: https://www.robertkaufman.com/assets/pdf/GroceryBag-Generic.pdf

Vernon Quilt Show.

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Quilt show coming to Vernon Sept. 23 and 24th! Oh my word, are we ready for a quilt show!

Lots to see and lots to do, so do mark this on the calendar! Also, please bear with me and the dark picture. I will try to lighten it up for next week. At least we did get a photo and if you struggle to get the information off of it check out the website
http://www.vssq.org

Sewing Machine Services

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Bill is back to heading over to Salmon Arm every week to see his stepmom. He will be bringing your machines over to drop off with Hector and Tammy. Your machine will be returned to you the following week.

***Please note: There are no machine services from Sept. 16 - 30th. Hector and Tammy are taking some well deserved time off! ***

If you would like to get your sewing machines all ready for the spring/summer sewing season bring your machines in by end of day on Tuesday.

If you could let us know if you want to bring your machine in that would be fantastic, so we know how many we are dealing with. 250-376-7630

Prices on a machine service are as follows:
Basic non Electronic : $99.99
Electronic : $109.99
Embroidery Fancy Dancy : $119.99