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Hey everyone, just wanted to give you a heads up that we are a few days behind in our shipping due to the weather and people not being able to even make it into the shop. If you can believe it, our entire town shutdown completely for a full day and a half! So if you’ve placed an order this week, it should be out to you soon, but if we’re not as quick as you’re used to, I hope you’ll forgive us!
Okay, so I’d be lying if I didn’t say I was {more} than thrilled to be featured on the Moda Bakeshop! How fun is that? Rubbing Internet shoulders with all those other talented Chefs!! If you haven’t seen it yet, go take a look. {and leave comments there. We love comments!}
Well we are surrounded by WINTER out here! This season has been crazy! Yesterday we got over 18inches of snow with more coming in next Monday. Our city has basically shut down. They are requesting that you don’t leave your house until Thursday at the earliest. I doubt the roads in my neighborhood will be plowed by Friday!
My kids can’t believe how lucky they are. {they think it’s the best thing ever} Me, well we are running out of crafts to do and my house needs a major makeover. 🙂 I am excited about the enormous snow fort we plan to build if it warms up.
On the agenda today is more hot chocolate, of course.
I have a few more Valentines projects I am working on that I can’t wait to show you!! Have a great day!! I know I will.
~Sarah
So, I was browsing the Internet (*ahem, wasting time. please don’t tell my husband) and came across this absolutely adorable wreath on ‘The Idea Room’ blog. It is a great site full of eye candy and ideas. I hopped in the car (after I dressed my three year old, who’d rather be running around the house in his ‘Lightening McQueen’ undies) and went to pick up some basic supplies. I think it turned out fabulously and I LOVE it!
It did take forever to cut all the circles out! I had a great helper (thank Heaven for snow days) and I found it quite therapeutic to cut out the circles. (more proof that I am crazy) One tip: make sure that you cut inside the black line, unless you want that to show on the wreath! (another helper of mine wasn’t very careful, so I had to fix a few of them)
Go here to get the tutorial if you are interested! Thanks to the Idea Room for that great idea!
Is your house all decorated for Valentines Day yet? Or are you like me….I kinda wait till the week before. 🙂
Have a happy day!
Sarah
Last week I received an email about a 7th grade class that made a quilt for a fellow classmates Dad who is in need of a heart transplant. Each student designed their own block and a beautiful quilt was made. To help raise money for the expenses this family will incur they are having a raffle for the quilt.
I was touched by the story and the kindness those 7th graders showed the family. I don’t know them, or anyone involved. I just thought I’d let you know about the beautiful quilt you might want to buy some chances on.
For more information go here:
Have a happy Monday.
Sarah
Sounds fun, right!?!? I mean really, who wouldn’t have a blast sewing and learning along side Jenny! She has more enthusiasm for quilting than anyone I know. (and I know at least 3 other quilters, lol )
We have some way fun things planned for our FIRST ever retreat-experience! I can almost guarantee you will have a BLAST and learn at least one new thing!! 🙂
Here is some basic information about our retreat: {squeal!! we are so excited}
“These are a few of our favorite Precuts” Quilting Retreats
Series of five retreats- 2nd weekend in April, July, August, September, October, 2011
April Theme: Depression Daze
Arrive: Thursday afternoon, April 14-Arrive at lodging
Depart: Saturday afternoon April 16-Classroom open until 4pm
Cost: $275 double occupancy, $325 single occupancy
Schedule:
Thursday evening: 6:30-Welcome, show & tell
Friday morning: 9-12 Sewing project at MO* featuring the Dresden tool
12-1:Lunch break at MO*
1-1:30 Jenny tutorial
1:30-4- Sewing project-Classroom open until 5pm
6:30-8:30 Dinner followed by program on The History of Feedsacks
Saturday morning: 9-10 Behind the scenes of MO* with Al and Sarah
10-12: Sewing project
12-1: Lunch at MO*
1-2: Jenny tutorial
2-4: Classroom open
This project is geared for quilters having basic sewing knowledge and use of a rotary cutter. Bring a sewing machine in good working order and general sewing supplies. The project will use a charm pack and coordinating 1/2 yard of fabric for background. A kit may be purchased at Missouri Star Quilt Co.
Agenda and schedules subject to change, but we suspect they won’t. 🙂
For additional information you can email Carolyn at: carolyn@missouriquiltco.com She will be happy to answer any questions about the retreat you might have!!
Email or call to make your reservation! Hurry, spots are filling up fast! (816) 583 7722