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Hero of the Week
This week I chose Angelo of Farro's Greek Take Out here at the Brock Shopping Center.
Every time we have had a quilt show, event of some kind or am just working late he has come through with dinner for us!
He has donated salads and more to the volunteers who help to set up the show every year in April. We so appreciate his great foods and willingness to be a part of the community!
Thank you Angelo for all that you do to build our community in Brock!
Give them a call at 778-470-2929 for some delicious Greek food and pizzas.
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Paulette Eccleston
Paulette Eccleston was in to quilt this gorgeous traditional quilt last week!
As you may know I am partial to the traditional patterns. This one is just so lovely! I loved the colours, the pattern and the quilting turned out beautiful!
Thank you for the day Paulette!
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Elephants in Portland
Bill and I were down to Portland to see the Spring International Quilt Market.
This was one of the first quilts we saw and I was just stunned!
The use of colours, the quilting and the overall quilt was absolutely incredible! Unfortunately I was too excited and forgot to get the quilter's name. I apologize for that.
I also forgot to get the name of the quilt. Sheesh! You would think I was emotionally enhanced or something!
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Santa Maria del Fiore
This one I took a picture of the name in hopes of passing this amazing quilt information over to everyone.
The quilt is made by Mieko Sasano of Tokyo, Japan.
The techniques used in the project are: hand-pieced, appliqued, and embroidered with trapunto and was hand quilted as well! Holy smokes....just amazing!
This is an original design and she had this to say: " I made this quilt as a memory of Italy. I was inspired by the magnificence of the cathedral of Florence, Santa Maria del Fiore."
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Window Display
Have you ever wanted to try an Attic Windows quilt? Have a panel that is just begging to be made into one? We can help!
Use this pattern and your own fabrics to create a gorgeous Attic Windows project to hang on the wall.
The free pattern is by Robert Kaufman and can be accessed by clicking the button!
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Patti Carey
While at Spring Market we had opportunity to meet Patti Carey, a designer of patterns and fabrics for Northcott Fabrics.
She made this lovely summer shift dress using the fabric panels from the "Shimmer" line.
I guess the catch is to have the panel work for one width across the front and one width across the back.
Notice how her boots match the dress perfectly! She is a bundle of energy, creativity and ideas. Just so inspiring to meet people with that level of creativity!
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Sue Pare
Our very own Sue Pare designed and pieced this bed size quilt all from blue batiks. She did a great job on the designing and executing of this one!
Yesterday she came in to long arm quilt it and used a Glide thread [amythest colour] and the bumpity panto to achieve great results.
I think she should be writing and selling the pattern.
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Diana Hewins
Diana Hewins was in to long arm quilt this beauty of a quilt last week!
I loved the colours she chose and the pattern was perfect for the fabrics being used.
Thank you Diana for sharing with us!
As a side note : Diana has one of her Kaffe Fassett quilts on display in the shop and we hope to talk her into letting us show another one or two. Come on in to see what this talented quilter has made!
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Turn to the Sun
I fell in love with this darling embroidery project. Simple stitches to create this fun little quote. I would use it on a tote bag or perhaps on the wall of my office. Keeps everything in perspective. Hmmmmm.
Click the button for the free pattern!
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APQS Millie Giveaway!
APQS is giving away another Millennium long arm quilting system for a lifetime of quilting enjoyment. The lucky grand prize winner will receive: - A Millie Longarm quilting machine on a 12-foot table that includes a stitch regulator, multi-position handles, directional horizontal locks and much more.
- An overhead lighting bar valued at $795.
- Our unbeatable lifetime warranty
- Total prize value: $19,695
They will select a grand prize winner at random on Monday June 25th. The winner will be notified via phone or email. Enter once a day for your chance to win! There is no purchase necessary to enter or participate. Registration is open worldwide, with the registration period ending @ 5PM on Monday June 25th. Must be 18 years of age to win.
Click on the link & enter to win daily!
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Quilt Canada comes to Vancouver!
Some very exciting news....Bill will be working the APQS booth at Quilt Canada in Vancouver! If you are at the show stop in and say Hi! He would love to see you all. May 31, June 1 & 2 2018
Vancouver, BC
The Vancouver Convention CentreHOURS:
May 31 (10am – 7pm)
June 1 (10am – 7pm)
June 2 (11am – 5pm) Stay up to date on preparations for Quilt Canada 2018, the National Juried Show and all the plans for celebrating Canadian quilters and quilting.
Click on the button for all the info & to purchase tickets!
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Hand Quilting Frame
We have a hand quilting Frame by "No Baste Quilt Frame" made in Canada. All solid wood, this easy to use, height adjustable frame converts from crib to king size quilts.
We have offered to pass it on to anyone wanting one......FREE!!
Pick up at the shop.
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Pastiche
We have new fabrics in the shop....Pastiche by In the Beginning Fabrics.
"Pastiche" is something that imitates, celebrates, and/or incorporates several elements from a variety of sources. These fabrics draw influence from Europe and Asia, from Impressionist paintings to even more abstract works of art.
I think it has a bohemian look to it and just love the rich colours and designs. Almost a bit hippy dippy. I am making the quilt show in the photo and will have kits available asap.
Check out the fabrics in store or online!
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Quilts for Grand Forks
We are collecting quilts for the flood victims of Grand Forks. One of the Quilt shops in the town, Heart N' Sole Quilt Shop, is asking for help in her community. I cannot imagine the overwhelming sense of sadness in seeing all that remains of my home after flooding.
Please drop off quilts at the shop and we will get them down to the shop in Grand Forks.
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