Las Colchas
February 2009 Newsletter
2009 Block of the Months
We will be starting several new BOM early on this year. Stop by the shop and see the flyers.
Snowman & Reindeer Bluework
Snowman & Reindeer Bluework Quilt $8 per month
35” x 45”
We are offering another Hand Embroidery BOM, Snowman and Reindeer. The pattern comes from Bird Brain Designs. This is a BLUEWORK project. The cost of this program is $8 each month and you will receive 12 embroidery blocks with background fabric, pearl cotton, French fuse, sashing fabric, cornerstone fabric, backing fabric and binding. We will start this in March 2009
As Time Goes By
As Time goes by $25 each month
24” x 27”
We are so excited to announce a new wool wall hanging project. This is a 13 month program. Month 1 you will receive a kit to make the small Quilt Background pattern.
Then for the next 12 months you will receive a kit to make a wool block that you can change with each month of the calendar. For example: January is Frosty the snowman, February is a Heart and so on.
If you have never attempted wool appliqué, then this is your chance to get started. These projects are made for the beginners, so anyone can do this. And what is so great about wool appliqué is there is no needle turn to sew down. Come on in and see the patterns so you and join us for a year of wooly fun.
Southern Stars
New Weekend Sampler: Southern Stars
60” x 72 3/4”
Announcing our New Weekend Sampler, Southern Stars by Pacific Patchwork
In April of 2009 we will be starting our NEW Weekend Sampler, Southern Stars. Our quilt will be done in all Civil War fabrics, with a Bonnie Blue background and a Sturbridge Village Classic fabric for the border. Stop by the shop and see the pattern we have selected. We are so excited to get started with this project.
Here is how our Weekend Sampler works. The first month (April 2009) you will pay $15 and receive the pattern and the first block. Make this block and bring the block with you when you come to the May gathering to receive your next block for FREE. If you do not get your block made or are unable to attend the meeting you will pay $5 for the next block.
We will be offering three different Weekend Sampler gathering times that you can attend. They will be held on the 4th Saturday of each Month at 10:00 and the preceding Friday, at 10:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m…
Don’t forget to ask to see the pattern the next time you are in the shop.
New Fabrics
Sturbridge Village IV
Marcus continues to preserve America’s quilting traditions with its fourth group of traditional Sturbridge-inspired prints by Judie Rothermel.
Civil War VI
By Nancy Gere from Windham Fabrics
This collection is an authentic representation of the motifs and colors of textiles from this important historical era. Rich reds, blues, browns, and cream in period florals, stripes and small prints are reflective of the fabrics used for the quilts and crafts that were created to raise monies as both Union and Confederate women rallied to the war effort.
As the women of the North held craft fairs and bazaars to gather funds, Southern women sold their quilts to help buy desperately needed gunboats and, in fact, raised enough money to pay for three of them. Later, as defeats became more frequent, the proceeds were re-directed to medical supplies for the soldiers, while Northern women revised their sewing efforts to accommodate military cots and bedding packs.
Pink Chocolate
By Nancy Gere from Windham Fabrics
Pink Chocolate? What an odd, but delicious combination.
The origin of chocolate brown used as a predominant color in printed fabric appeared with regularity in the nineteenth century. The color was worn by widows who had passed out of the stage of mourning, when they were expected to wear only black. The patterns used in these “mourning browns” were simple calicos, and not like the more stylized designs featured in this collection.
Later in the century, brown as a color in printed fabric started moving to the forefront of European fashion. The idea is perhaps copied from hard to find Indian hand painted cottons. In the early to mid 1800’s these Indian fabrics using rich colors painted on top of dark grounds were rarely seen in Europe. However, as a result of these beautiful imported fabrics, it is then that we began to see brown combined with the lively colors of red and pink emerging as a trend in Europe.
Our Pink Chocolate Collection commemorates several of these stunning European designs c. 1875.
Old Glory IV
By Nancy Gere, from Windham Fabrics
Old Glory IV offers the best from Nancy’s personal collection of popular 1850s motifs on a palette of deep reds, blues and creams. These vintage Americana reproduction designs are a delight for reproduction fabric enthusiasts – they are a reflection of an era of intense growth – similar to what we’re currently experiencing during this tumultuous election year as we prepare for great economic and social changes.
With its “old” twist on some old favorites, including stars and stripes, and small patterns, the crowning “glory” of Old Glory IV are its oversized prints depicting George Washington, the eagle (printed for the American market to commemorate the eagle as our national symbol), and the graphic depiction of the Declaration of Independence, each a dramatic focal point for any project. Today, they serve as a reminder of the great freedoms of America and the solidarity of its people – a traditional theme that still hits home centuries later.
Tree Top Fancy
By Tina Givens from Free Spirit Fabrics
A perfect fusion of ‘Art Nouveau’, toile impersonation, modern design and exquisite color! Treetop Fancy is both delicate and strong with plenty of motion and scale fulfilling a complete collection.
New Books
Here’s my Heart from Need’l Love
Here's my Heart
This booklet is full of wonderful Valentine inspired projects. There are projects to do for friends and neighbors, Heart can dos and many more. If you are a Need’l Love fan this is a must have. List price is $18.00
The new Homemade
The new Homemade, sewing simple for contemporary style. Price: $24.95
By Cassie Barden
In an age of mass produced fashion, express your individual style! Create handmade projects for your wardrobe and home with only a small time commitment and basic sewing skills. Now you can make fun, useful accessories and gifts with the contemporary fabrics you love.
Choose from totes and bags, cases and covers, fashion accents, and home décor projects
Learn techniques you’ll use again and again, such as installing zippers, using fusible appliqué, and basic machine quilting
Mix and match the elements to make each design a one-of-a-kind masterpiece
Home Stuff
Home Stuff Price: $10.95
By Linda Lum BeBono
Q: I Love the new fabrics I see today, and I want to update the look of my home. But my free time is precious to me. Who has time to sew anymore?
A: You do. Skip the cooking tonight and call out for sushi. Then let Linda Lum DeBono’s urban designs inspires you to create a contemporary living environment. Today’s fuss-free attitude toward sewing keeps time on your side while you whip up home essentials in the color stories you crave. You’ll be amazed at what you accomplish before dinner arrives.
Quiltmania No. 69
Quiltmania No. 69 Price: $10.95
The latest issue of Quiltmania has arrived. This is a must to have. It has wonderful projects that we all want to do.
I can't believe I'm Quilting
I can’t believe I’m quilting Price: $11.95
By Pat Sloan
If you want to learn quilting or just improve your piecing skills, this is a wonderful book to have in your library. Pat teaches her secrets for paper piecing, curved piecing, easy Flying geese and more.
Block of the Month kits ready for pick up
The following Block of the Month Kits are ready for you to pick up.
Cake Walk Month # 11
Here Comes Santa Month # 10
Festival of Trees # 5
Black, White & Red All Over Month # 5
Trick or Treat Month # 5
We do have several of our Block of the Month participants that we haven’t seen in a few months and we hope to see you soon.
Appliqué Classes with Maria
Wednesday, February, 11 2009
1:30 pm until 4:00 pm
Saturday, February 21, 2009
1:30 pm until 4:00 pm
Have you ever appliquéd? If you are a beginner or an intermediate appliqué, you have a wonderful chance to improve your skills with Maria’s classes.
Maria Connelly has taught appliqué in our shop for over 10 years. She is one of the BEST appliqué teachers in San Antonio. She will be holding classes on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and the 3rd Saturday from 1:30 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. She has designed classes for the beginner, intermediate and advanced appliqué student. Each class is $15 and we have project kits available for $5 each. If you are interested in the class please call the shop to reserve your spot. Maria will not be in the shop if she does not have students scheduled
Embroidery Club
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Time: 10:00 am until 12:00 pm
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Time: 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
On the third Wednesday of each month, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., we have reserved our classroom table for you to stitch with friends on your favorite embroidery project. If you are in need of motivation for finishing your Cake Walk or Santa BOM this is a great time to work on them. We will also have our staff on hand for you if you need some help with your stitches. As always, tea and coffee will be on.
We have also reserved the classroom on the Third Saturday of each month from
2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. These are free clubs so stop by and spend some stitching time with us.
Weekend Sampler Reminder!!!!
Just wanted to remind everyone about this month’s Weekend Sampler dates, we will meet on the 4th Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. and the preceding Friday, February 27, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.. If you attend our Friday morning session each month we have a small conflict. Friday, February 27, 2009, the University United Methodist Church Quilt Guild will be holding their Quilt Market that day. The shop will have a booth at this show, so if you are planning on attending the show please let us know and you can pick up your block there. The shop will be open and you could also pick up your block there as well, but you have to be at the shop at 10:00 am with January’s block in hand. Please call us and let us know what your preference will be, so we can make sure to take your block with us. You can also email us and let us know what you wish.
We will still hold the 5:30 pm session and the Saturday session as well at the shop.
Any questions concerning this please call the shop at 210-223-2405.
Upcoming Quilt Shows
We are so excited to announce that we will be attending the following Quilt Shows in the months of February and March 2009
Dates:
February 13 & 14, 2009 Coastal Bend Quilt & Needlework Quilt 2009 Show” Crazy for Quilts
Place: American Bank Center, Corpus Christie Texas (Convention Center)
Times: 10:00 until 5:00 pm
February 27, 2009 Pieces of our Lives Quilt Market,
University United Methodist Church Quilt Guild
Place: University United Methodist Church 5084 DeZavala Rd, San Antonio, TX
Time: 9:00 am until 4:00 pm Guest Speaker Sally Schneider speaks at 9:30 a.m.
March 6 & 7, 2009 Uvalde Piecemakers Quilt Guild Quilt Show
Place: Uvalde Adult Activity Center 250 East Main ST, Uvalde TX
Time: 9:00 am until 6:00 pm both days
Hope to see you there.
11th Annual Bluebonnet Patchwork Trail Shop Hop
Mark your Calendar Now!!!
*Extended Shop Hours
Thursday – Saturday 9:00 am until 8:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am until 4:00 pm
*Challenge Block Contest-Pick up your fabric starting January 1, 2009 Great Prizes
*Grand Prize Merchandise Basket
*Jeep Collins Limited Edition Sterling Silver Shop Hop Charm
*Official Shop Hop Pin
*Individual Shop Drawing 10 – $25 Gift Certificates
Sewing 101
We are so excited to announce this class to all of you!! We are happy to offer a basic sewing class which will include how to care for your sewing machine, how to read a pattern, measure and cut fabric for the projects. You will also practice a good seam and even put in a zipper. Many of our customers never learned how to sew in school and we are hoping this class will empower you to make everyday projects in colors, textures and designs of your choice.
We will be constructing a very cute apron, a Dinner Party Grocery Tote and zippered kit bag. Come by the shop to see our Samples.
Class Fee: $130
Includes tuition, lunch and a goodie bag. Class size is limited so register early (quality not quantity). You will take home several finished projects and lots of knowledge and confidence.
Dates:
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.
Friday, April 3, 2009
10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 4, 2009
10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m.
What to bring:
Sewing Machine
Sewing machine feet, electric cord, machine manual, bobbins, needles
Thread- we suggest grey or natural
Fabric scissors
6” x 12” ruler
Rotary Cutter
Rotary Cutter mat
20” large square ruler
Straight pins
#2 pencil
We will provide a delicious lunch, snacks, beverages and kits for the projects and two wonderful books.
If you any reason you are unable to attend your workshop, you will receive a 50% refund.
Food and Drink
A delicious lunch will be provided for you. If you have special dietary needs, we suggest that you bring your own lunch. A small refrigerator and microwave are available in our kitchen.
Be sure to visit our blog where pictures of some of the items mentioned above will be posted.
www.lascolchas.wordpress.com
Until next time, keep stitching!
