Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Fabric Clothesline bowl Set!


Fabric Clothesline bowl Set!

Okay! You've all been waiting for us to set a date for the clothesline bowl set and here it is...
September 15th at 6pm
Wednesday october 13th at 6:00pm

Supply list in the shop
cost: $10
Must have basic sewing skills and machine MUST be in strong working order!

October's Bag-A-Licious Club class

The Margo Bag by Lazy Girl Designs!
Margo’s secure zip-top closure safely nestles 1” from the top edge of the bag. Achieve this crisp, professional finish with Joan's innovative Dip-Down Zip-Top technique using a polyester all-purpose zipper. Features: secure zippered closure, shoulder length fabric handles, 2 handy outside plus 6 inside pockets to keep you organized. Instructions included to make Margo without a zipper if desired. Finished size: approx. 10 1/4” x 9 1/4” x 4”
Class is October : Saturday the 16th 10-2
and Wednesday the 20th 5-9pm
cost: $10, pattern required
Sewing skills a must. Bring your basic sewing notions and machine

September's Handbag Class

September's Handbag Class:
The Raleigh Bag by The Creative Thimble
The Raleigh Bag is a stylish, fully lined purse with lots of pockets and room for your entire daily needs. It has one outside patch pocket, and 2 pockets in the lining, (one patch and one zippered.) The purse closes at the top with an "easy to insert" zipper. The finished measurements are approx. 12" wide, 9" tall, and 6" deep.
Class fee $10
Date: Sept 21 from 5-9pm
Please allow for 4 hrs and if we need to come back if not complete by 9pm we will discuss arrangements at the class. Knowledge of your machine and basic sewing skills are a must. Please bring your basic sewing notions to class along with your machine.

Monday, August 30, 2010

New Fabric Arrivals!

Just in at The Velvet Stitch - From Studio E Fabrics...

Super Sparkly Christmas prints, "Girly Girl" hot pinks, bright yellow swirls, purple stripes, with shocking pink and yellow flowers! Navy and bright yellow butterflies with a coordinating floral and yellow print. Just think of all the crafty possibilities!

Sunday, August 8, 2010

One Million Pillowcase Challenge!

American Patchwork & Quilting 1 Million Pillowcase Challenge - I Donated! Click here to learn more.

 I'm sure you've seen this advertised all over, but I thought it would be fun to not only join the challenge, but at the same time have a contest within the shop!
The contest rules are easy.
Make your favorite style pillowcase and  bring it by the shop.
We will showcase it along with all the others made and after one months time a winner will be choosen (by our customers.)
What's the prize?
One fat quarter bundle out of our new Christmas fabrics!
Pillowcases  will then be donated to the challenge!
Starting date: August 14
Ending date: September 13th at closing time
Good Luck everyone!!

Saturday, August 7, 2010

Girls back to School Summer Camp next week!

We are gearing up for our 10 new young ladies signed up for next weeks "Back to School" camp! They will be learning to run full sized sewing machines, and complete several projects they will be able to use in the new school year!  Looking forward to it ladies, see you Monday!

Monday, August 2, 2010

3 Generations of Sewers!

How about this great picture of 3 generations of sewers?
Natalie (left) has been sewing with us in our children's  program for two years, her mom  Paulina (center), has taken several of our Bag-a-licious bag club classes and Paulina's mother, who was visiting from out of town! If this isn't a picture to cherish!! Thanks ladies for visiting : )

Sunday, August 1, 2010

Christmas starting to arrive!

"Gingerland" from Northcott fabrics is among one of our first Christmas prints to arrive! These fun whimsical prints are classical Christmas colors in bright greens, luscious reds, and creams. More prints are due to arrive, so stop by and start you're Christmas projects early this year! 
Nostalgic "Paper Doll" prints will make an adorable Christmas quilt or a festive tablecloth for the season.
Florida Santa's for ya'll south of the border lovers will make for great conversation at any Christmas supper!