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Bill is on the Road Maybe
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Bill is having some medical issues with his knee so will not be able to get up to the north for a bit. We will keep you all in the loop as to what is happening.
We are hoping for in a couple of weeks....if he stays off his feet and takes it easy!
I do apologize for this and hope it doesn't disrupt your plans too much.
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On the Road Again....but to the Island....Maybe
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Due to medical issues, Bill may not be able to get over to the Island when previously planned. The original plan is below and if at all possible he will stick to it. For now the doctor is saying he isn't going anywhere.
I do not have a date yet for him heading to the island but will keep you posted.
If you would like for him to take a look at your APQS machine and get it all running smooth, let us know on my email and I will get you on the list
info@fabricshelf.ca.
The more machines that he has to do the cheaper it is for everyone, as the mileage will be shared by all.
You can also give the shop a call at 250-376-7630
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Bea Galliazzo
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Take a peek at Bea Galliazzo's vibrant Hot Air Balloon quilt. Bea started with this amazing panel and built her quilt out with border treatments. Notice how the borders are offset with the colours and design. This all just makes the quilt so much more interesting and fun!
Bea chose to back her quilt with black Minky for that soft cozy feel. The quilt finished at 54" x 70".
The quilt was long arm quilted using the E2E design Seamless and Glide thread Prickly Pear for the top.
Thank you Bea for sharing with us all!
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Catherine/Joan Lukow
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Catherine Lukow (also known as Joan)created her amazing Stars quilt with some of the most beautiful fabrics in tones of reds and creams. I believe this is a Moda line of fabrics and I just love them!
Catherine's quilt finished at 60" x 74" with a lovely E2E design called Tendrils with Pearls and Glide thread Linen for the top. Fabulous quilt Catherine!
Thank you so much for inspiring us all Catherine!
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Islay Oatway
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Islay Oatway brought this beautiful Lantern quilt in to be long arm quilted. Whenever Islay is bringing in a quilt to be quilted Bill and Leslie just love it! Her piecing is just incredible! You have to see it to believe it. Every corner is bang on! Not a stitch out anywhere!
Her Lantern quilt certainly requires the piecer to be paying attention as there are many seams and pieces requiring precision. She chose the E2E design called Double Bubble with Glide thread Cool Grey 7 for the top.
Thank you to Islay for inspiring us all!
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Islay Oatway
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Islay Oatway has her second quilt brought in for long arm quilting to show you. All in shades of green batiks this beauty of a quilt finished at 55" x 63". A perfect lap size quilt or a wall hanging. I think the light sashing strips were a great accent to the quilt!
Islay's quilt was long armed using the E2E design Bubbles with Glide thread Celery for the top.
Thank you to Islay for sharing with us all!
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Jeanne Vanderwal
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Jeanne Vanderwal has really surprised me on this one. I often see the fabrics created by Anna Maria Horner and have no clue what to do with them.
Can't visualize them in a quilt at all. Then Jeanne comes in with this stunner and I am left thinking "Why didn't I think of something like this?"
I think it has a Boho feel to it. Reminds me of myself in my teens sneaking down to Gastown, Vancouver on Saturday afternoons and trying to be a free spirit. Without my mom knowing.LOL
Jeanne's quilt finished at 80" x 80" with the E2E pattern Bauhaus chosen with Glide thread Peacock. Even those names sound a bit Bohemian!
Thank you Jeanne for inspiring us all....especially me!
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April Schmitt
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April Schmitt was in to long arm this beauty of a quilt! She was keen to try out the Millie with computer for a perfect result on her project! This one she is keeping for her bed and I can see why!
Quilt was long armed using E2E pattern Bear Claw with Glide thread Mulberry for the top.
Thank you April for spending the day with us and inspiring us all with your enthusiasm and love of quilting!
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Jan Schultz
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Jan Schultz created her beautiful The Woods quilt using Northcott fabrics Cedarcrest Falls line. Gorgeous colours and rendition of the forests.
The quilt was long armed by Jan using a E2E design called The Woods with Glide thread Totem Green. Check out the photo below for the backing she used for her project! It is actually part of the line as a wide back!
We do not have the pattern or any kits left in stock but we do have some of the fabrics as well as the 108" backing.
If you would like to see all the Cedarcrest Falls fabrics we still have click on the Read More button.
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Jan Schultz Back of her quilt
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Here is the back of Jan's quilt using the Cedarcrest 108" wide backing.
You could make a quilt using only this one piece of fabric it is so stunning!
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Monday Mornings with Paulette
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Every Second Monday Paulette will be back with another Stash quilt to show you all!
For some great ideas on how to use up that stash that we all have lurking in the sewing area, check out our YouTube for a video!
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to be kept in the loops as to all the shenanigans going on at the Shelf.
Tips and tricks, inspiration, trips down memory lane and of course there are bound to be some giggles in there.
The response to her newest venture into being a movie star has been fantastic and so much appreciated.
The patterns will be free but I cannot for the life of me, figure out how to attach to the video.
In the interim you can email me to request the pattern and I am happy to forward you the pattern.
info@fabricshelf.ca
If you would like to peruse our YouTube channel just click on the Read More Button.
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Bulk price for Batting!
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Did you know you can get your batting rolls on sale every day of the year?
We currently have rolls of 96" wide Hobbs 80/20 batting in stock.
27.4 meters roll.
Reg. incl. taxes = $644.15
Sale of 25% off = $483.11''
Save $143.78!!!!
Give us a call or come on in!
250-376-7630
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A Japanese Community and their Art
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We who love textiles know what it is to revere an exceptional piece of weaving or embroidery. But there is a community where this is literally practiced. And that is by the Ainu. The Ainu have lived on the island of Hokkaido for millennia, populating a culture distinct from the Japanese. Following a Hunter-gatherer lifestyle, they, like most communities that live off the land, revered all things natural.
To read more about this fascinating culture with a love for textiles and art click on the Read More Button below.
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Demo APQS available here!
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We selling are our shop models of the APQS machines now! What does this mean for you? Big savings!!
These machines are purchased by us for use in the shop. We are able to sell them to you at a great price with full warranty.
We have a Millie and a Lucey currently available. These come with or without the computer.
My opinion is that you want the computer. It is such a time saver and enables you to have a very professional finish!
The Millie is on a 12' frame and the Lucey is on a 10' frame.
Click on the Read More Button to see pricing
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Scissor Sharpening
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Scissor Sharpening by Rick Walker of Wicked Edge
Rick will be coming in the second Wednesday of each month to sharpen your scissors and knives.
Have your items in to the shop by end of business on Sept. 10th for them to be sharpened on the 11th.
Rick comes with 40 years of experience and does a great job! He will even sharpen pinking shears, grooming shears and more.
You can phone me at 250-376-7630 or email me as well to let me know how many scissors/knives are coming.
Cost is $10 a pair scissors
Knives $8 each
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Sewing Machine Repair
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Very exciting news on the Hector and Tammy sewing machine front.
They have been training their daughter and partner on the machine servicing for the last several months.
What does this mean for you?
Well for starters they live in Kamloops just a few blocks from the shop! That means they can service your machines right here in Kamloops!!!!
Tammy and Hector are still overseeing all the work as well as dealing with any of the more complicated issues.
Retreat season is gearing up so if your machine could use a bit of a tune up bring it on in the usual time.
Have your machines in by the end of business on Tuesday. You will have your machines back on the Wednesday or Thursday.
Prices on machine services are as follows:
Basic non-electronic $110
Electronic/Serger $130
Embroidery with Unit $160
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