February E-News

Hello Everyone:

We have some announcements for February…

At Horizon Pet Supply in Black Diamond, there is hanging a quilt that I have donated to help raise money to support South County Cats.  This all volunteer organization that focuses on assisting cats that fall out of the normal “adoptable” category.  Tickets are $1.00 each and the drawing will be held on April 1st.  Please take the time to stop in and see the quilt and purchase a ticket for this worthy cause.  Call me for more information.

There is plenty of space for pinning quilts…just call to block off a time for you to use the big classroom for pinning quilts.  No more trying to get this task accomplished on the floor and keeping the dog off of it while you pinJ  Some of you know exactly who I’m talking about…

New items in stock:
-YLI Clear Thread
-YLI Wash-a-Way Thread
-More Superior Metallic Thread in a verity of colors
-Klutz Gloves…from Fons & Porter – The Cut-Resistant glove that helps protect your non-cutting hand when you use a rotary cutter!
-Hobbs 80/20 Heirloom Black Batting….perfect for those darker quilts.

Bunches of new patterns…too many to list!  And more books…lots of fun things to give us inspiration!

Big Sky January release from South Seas…lots of landscape potential and great for photo album quilts.

New 108” Quilts backs are now in stock.

Classes, classes and more classes keep being added…and don’t forget those “Open Sew” times to finish up your UFO’s or just some time away from life that interferes with quilting. 

STARTING IN MARCH 2008

Stepping Stones—A Mystery Quilt (solved in a day):
Taught by Laura Denison. Take a break from the ordinary! Discover the fun and anticipation of a Mystery Quilt designed especially for Taylor Creek Quilt Studio.  Become the Sherlock Holmes of quilting as you follow the clues as the class progresses.  You won’t know what it looks like ‘till the end, but you’ll have a blast along the way!  Saturday, March 1st — 11—4 (Bring a sack lunch or visit the Maple Valley Market’s Deli) - $40.00

Roxanne Carter’s “Jewel of the Night” as seen in “The Quilter Magazine” March 2008 issue:

The Covington Quilt Guild’s own Anita Webb will be teaching this 2 day class.  Using the principles of Roxanne Carter’s patterns, this quilt will work up easily with 2 main blocks and setting triangles.  There will be a sample in the shop soon.  Saturday, March 8 and March 23—1—4 — $40.00 Pattern Additional 

APRIL??????????- What would you like to see being taught????????  We are always looking for suggestions!

STARTING IN MAY 2008
Mariner’s Compass—Block of the Month:  This class was so popular in January that we have added another one starting in May. Using Brenda Henning’s book and CD, Learn how to piece those skinny spikes with surprising ease and accuracy using paper foundations.  Laura Denison will be teaching this class.  1st Saturday of the month for 6 months (May—October) 1-4   $25.00 each session or $125.00 for all 6 (save $25.00) 

Patterns and Tools Additional

Joyce Becker’s Little Landscapes:
Joyce will be teaching a one day seminar based on her landscape designs.  More info will be available later as well as a sample in the shop.  Space is limited, so sign up early.  Saturday: May 17 10-4 p.m. $60.00 (Includes a Box Lunch)

Now on a sadder note…my dear friend, mentor, next door business woman and fellow dog enthusiast, Lorna Felice of Hidden Valley Dog Grooming and Bernese Mt. Dogs, passed away on February 7th after a 4 year battle with Liver Cancer.  She will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.  We will be closed on February 23rd to attend her memorial service.  We hope you understand while we join others in the celebration of her life.

Keep on quilting!
Joanne
 

Joanne Lee
Taylor Creek Quilt Studio
21639B Maple Valley Hwy
Maple Valley, WA 98038
425-432-TCQS (8277)
425-432-8278 (fax)
snowkittens_designs@msn.com.