QUILTERS’ CORNER NEWSLETTER

SPRING 2014 9792 B BUSINESS PARK DRIVE, SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

916-366-6136 website:quilterscornersac.com.

…Spring has sprung and along with it comes our 15th Annual SHOP HOP. The dates are April 9th through 13th and there will be fifteen stores to cover. The Grand Prize is a $1,500 shopping spree. It is fun and it is free. At each store, you will receive a pattern and a charm pack. This year’s theme is “Up in Charms”. “Meet The Teachers” will be Sunday, April 6th, noon-4pm. Come meet the teachers and see their projects. There will be plenty of goodies to munch on and lots of new quilts to see!

Pearl Pereira, world famous applique artist is coming to town on her way to Asilomar and has blessed us with a two day class. The dates are April 24th and 25th. She will be teaching her block #1 from 2014 which is a basket of hollyhocks, the cost will be $150 for the two day class. The class has limited space, so sign up soon before it’s full! Now onto the most important part: the incoming fabric. In April, a new collection from Moda called “Summer Vacation”, a wonderful assortment of ba-tiks is scheduled to arrive. Revel in the beauty and magnificence of a tropical island with lush palms and hibiscus against a waterfall backdrop. Also from Moda, designed by Edyta Sitar, comes our most favorite fabrics from Laundry Basket called Jelly Bean prints. This line is pure eye candy, bursting with flavors like watermelon, kiwi, blueberry and lemons. In May, again from Moda, we have ordered “Weeds” by Me and My Sister. Think of a fresh meadow of wild florals all done in timeless black and white with a splash of red. No, it is not too early for Halloween. We have “Moonlight Manor”, a fun collection of spider webs, witches, dots and bats, scheduled. From Windham, for those who love reproduction fabrics, we will be receiving a collection called Lydia, a beautiful assortment of early 1800’s florals in earth tones. In June, we’ll be getting even more Halloween fabrics, including Windham’s “Raven” and Marcus’ “Ghosts and Goblins” and “Halloween Howl’. Plus, guess what,… for Christmas (wow!) Windhams’s “Holiday Magic”. There will be no excuses now for not finishing those holiday quilts, etc. We are having another Retreat in Auburn, November 7th- 9th. Bring some UFO’s and finish them, or start a new quilt or two. You can look forward to no cooking, no cleaning, no doing the laundry; you may choose to not even answer your phone. Everyone gets their own room and meals. We will also have a masseuse to work out those kinks. The cost is only $230. Happy Quilting, Dawn Elaine, Pat, Carol, Pam, Dawn, Diane, Donna, Sandy, Lindsay, Ellen, Patty, Debbie, Peggy, Nancy, Diane, Jean, and Daun.

Classes Beginning in

APRIL

IMPERIAL BLOOMS A LA SUE SPARGO

Saturday, Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21 11am-3pm

This is a series of classes to work on this lovely

quilt. It’s wool and uses multiple threads, ribbons

and beads. It’s a lush quilt and each month you

will learn new techniques. Enrollment is still open

for this wonderful opportunity to try something

new.

Dawn Licker $10.00/session

KEEP QUILTING 102

Monday, April 21,28, May 5,12,19, Jun 2,9

10am-12:30pm

Continue to learn skill building and piecing tech-

niques using Alex Anderson’s Keep Quilting book.

Great class for people who have taken Beginning

Quilting and want to advance or for those of us

who want to clean up bad habits.

Patty Shaw $90.00(*&**)

START QUILTING 101

Monday, April 21.28. May 5,12,19, Jun2,9

6pm-8:30

Learn how to quilt using Alex Anderson’s Start

Quilting book. This is a great way to learn basic

piecing techniques and find out what all the

excitement is all about. Beware, this is an

addictive form of entertainment.

Pam Polson $90.00(*)

APPLIQUE WITH PEARL

Thursday, Apr 24 & Friday Apr 25 10am-4pm

World renown applique artist will be doing her

2014 Block of Month, Block #1. You may do your

own pattern if you wish.

Pearl Pereira $150.00(all levels)

T-SHIRT QUILT

Friday, May 2 10am-3pm

Get those t-shirts out of the drawer and into a

great quilt for a special person. Easy and fun

class!

Juanice Hess $40.00(*&**)

BIG BABY BUTT PANTS

Wednesday, May 7 & 14 10am-2pm

Made by Rae’s Big Baby Butt Pants. Newborn to 24

months, boy or girl, dress your favorite little one in

style. These pants are designed to accommodate

that well padded baby bottom in high style.

Cora Long $60.00(**)

BROKEN DISHES

Thursday, May 8 10:30am-4pm

Improve your piecing skills while making TWO small

quilts using just two 5” charm packs—1 lights & 1

dark. Technique uses paper to make half-square tri-

angles.

Donna Dale $30.00(all levels)

CONVERGENCE

Friday, May 9 10:30am-4pm

This is a design that is quick, easy and fun. It was

designed by Ricky Tims and is a great project for

beginners and experienced quilters. You will more

than likely finish this top in this six-hour class.

Sue Rohrke $45.00(all levels)

LESSONS I LEARNED FROM MARY ELLEN #2

Saturday, May 10 10am-12pm

This is a lecture class that will help you figure out

the design and quick piecing techniques. In the

1980’s, quilting made a big change in part because of

Mary Ellen Hopkins.

Elaine Skierka $5/session (all levels)

SPARKLING STAR TABLE RUNNER

Wednesday, May 15 10am-2pm

Only two fabrics and you’re on your way ! Strip

method and No-Bias techniques are used to make

this table runner easy.

Diane Sexton $38.00(**&***)

BEGINNING EMBROIDERY—SPRING SAMPLER

Thursday, May 15,29 & June 5 5:30am—8:30pm

Wishing for spring when it’s cold outside? This class

will warm you while helping you learn and /or review

those embroidery stitches. We will begin with the

basics and move forward with this beautiful pattern.

Patty Shaw (Kits available) $45.00(all levels)

BEGINNING APPLIQUE

Friday, May 16 10am-4pm

Learn applique with the starch method, which

creates smooth curves and sharp points.

Dawn Licker $45.00(*)

PROJECTS-TO-GO TOTE

Wednesday, May 21 9:30am-4pm

This is a perfect tote for any sewer, crafter or

knitter. Big outside pockets allow for easy access

to necessary notions, inside pockets keep every-

thing organized. There is even an optional draw-

string

closure.

Patty Shaw $40.00(*+&**)

THE PERFECT BINDING

Saturday, May 24 10am-1pm

This binding method is an alternate to the

continuous bias binding method. This method has

mitered corners when flipped over on the back

for the blind stitch. There is a great kit that

includes all sorts of great gadgets.

Nancy Zeterberg $25.00(*&**)

MODERN HEXAGONS

Thursday, May 22 10am-2pm

Ellen teaches a new technique for making fabu-

lous hexagons. With the help of her “mystery “

tool, this quilt goes together quickly.

Ellen Schmidt $25.00(*+,**&***)

INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE QUILTING

Friday, May 23 10am-4pm

Learn to machine quilt using your own home

sewing machine. You will learn to quilt loops and

curves, free motion designs and a feathered

wreath. Learn to stipple and many tips for doing

your own quilting from a remarkable teacher.

Jill Schumacher $50.00(**&***)

EASY BARGELLO

Thursday, May 29 10am-2pm

Contemporary or traditional fabric creates a

wave effect in this pattern of a classic design.

Class emphasizes improvement of cutting, sewing

and pressing skills. Pattern required. Bring a

lunch.

Diane Sexton $38(*+,** & ***)

THE BEATLE BAG

Wednesday. June 4 & 18 10am-5pm

You will be “Feelin’ Alright” when you Grab, Go &

Sew with this penultimate project tote. I have a

“notion” you will want more than one! Whatever

your sewing, crafting or travel needs, the large see

-thru pockets will keep you organized.

Patty Shaw $45.00(**&***)

FABRIC COLLAGE—TURTLE

Thursday, June 5 OR Monday June 23 10am-4pm

This is an absolutely fun class. You will enjoy creat-

ing a fun turtle wall hanging with a no rules ap-

proach. No art classes needed for this. You work

with the color palette of your choice. I will share

different options for the background and how you

can make the most of this mall project.

Ingrid Cattaneo $40.00(all levels)

HINTS OF SUMMER

Friday, June 6 10am-2pm

Looking forward to summer? This easy, three block

quilt makes a wonderful summer’s evening cover

when made up in lovely florals or sophisticated neu-

trals. Beginners welcome.

Diane Sexton $38.00(all levels)

BODEGA BAY

Friday, June 20 & 27 10:30am-4pm

In this class you will learn raw edge fusible art. We

will have fun making foamy waves, and rocky, craggy

cliffs. I will teach you how to make a patten from

your own photos.

Sue Rohrke 60.00(All levels)

EQ7 TRAINING

Has your EQ7 software been sitting waiting for you

to build the courage to learn to use it? Juanice can

give you the skills and courage to do that. Contact

the shop for a time that is convenient for both of

you.

Juanice Hess $50.00

CLASS LEVEL CODES:

* = BEGINNER

** = INTERMEDIATE

*** = ADVANCED

QUILTERS’ CORNER

9792B BUSINESS PARK DRIVE

SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

916-366-6136

www.quilterscornersac.com

e-mail: info@quilterscornersac.com

Store Hours:

Weekdays 10 am to 6 pm

Saturday 10 am to 4 pm

Sunday 12 pm to 4 pm

QUILTERS’ CORNER SOCIETIES &

CLUBS

HAND QUILTING SOCIETY

3rd Sunday of each month 12noon-4pm

Bring your hand quilting project. We share

tips about marking, batting, thread, needles,

designing and thimbles.

Esther Latino $10/session

SOCIETY OFAPPLIQUERS

2nd Sunday of each month 12pm-4pm

This is a group for those who already

appliqué or want to hang with those who do.

We like to work on common projects. Come

and see.

Ellen Garner $10/session

QUILTERS’ CORNER WILL BE CLOSED

ON THE FOLLOWING DATES SO WE

CAN SHARE THE HOLIDAYS WITH OUR

FAMILIES…. Sunday, April 20, Easter

Sunday, May 11, Mother’s Day

Monday, May 26, Memorial Day

Sunday, June 15, Father’s Day

REDWORK CLUB

1st Saturday of each month 10am-11am

If you enjoy hand embroidery, then this is the

perfect club for you. We will be working on

“Gingerbread Square”. Come to a meeting and see

firsthand how much fun we have.

$35/year/includes pattern

1800’s CLUB

3rd Saturday of each month 10am-11am

We will be working from a new book The Blue & the

Grey, a collection of small quilts from the Civil War

era.

Dawn Licker $30/year

WOOLWORK CLUB

Last Tuesday of each month, 6pm-8:30pm

Come and participate in the growing interest and

love of wool applique. We are working on Bunny Hill

Design’s Whimsical “Rabbits Prefer Chocolate”

Patty Shaw $30/year

DULL SCISSORS??

What a pain in the wrist…. Bring them into the shop to be

sharpened. We have a terrific fellow who quickly does a fine

job on scissors.

ONGOING SHOP EVENTS….

Newcomers welcome any time

THIMBLE LADIES

Saturday Apr 12 No meeting

Saturday, May 10 Noon-6pm

Saturday, June 14 Noon-6pm

Come sew with Pam & Debbie and learn new tech-

niques, as well as, opportunities to complete UFO’s

or start new ones: For May and June, we will be

working with the Strip Ruler. Bring a dish to share.

Pam Polson & Debbie Campora $15.00/Session

SUNDAY SEW-IN

Sunday, Apr 27, May25,Jun 29 10am-4pm

Come sew on those projects you need to finish or

start a new one. What can be better than quilting

with friends. Bring a dish to share.

Nancy Sutton $5/Session

FINISHING SCHOOL

Wednesday, Apr 30, May 28, Jun 25 6pm-9pm

April through October, the last Wednesday of the

month, and that’s all we have to finish projects to-

gether—you bring the project, I’ll bring the treats.

Gretchen Jennings $10.00/Session

THIRD SATURDAY STITCHERS

Saturday, Apr 19, May 17, Jun 21 4pm-10pm

Bring in those UFOs for a night of sewing & fun.

We suggest you sign up for this class in advance as

spaces are limited and interest is high. Bring a

snack to share.

Pam Polson $10.00/Session

TUESDAY SEW IN

Most Tuesdays, 10am-5pm

Rent a space for $5 and sew all day, space is

limited. Dedicate a day to those UFO’s in your

sewing room.

BLOCK OF THE MONTH

PROJECTS

2014 BLOCK OF THE MONTH

“It’s a Mystery to Me”

Last Saturday of each month throughout the year.

PARTICIPATION IS CLOSED FOR THIS YEAR.

ALMOND COUNTRY BEAUTY

This is a gorgeous contemporary variation of the

New York Beauty. There is an initial instruction on

paper piecing, and a final class at the end of the

year on piecing and borders. A different block will

be available each month for you to pick up and

work at your leisure. Price includes the two classes.

Kits/pattern extra.

Carol Gustafson $30.00(**&***)

WORDS TO LIVE BY

Tuesday, Apr 8, May 13, 6pm-8pm

Join us as we make this elegant wool appliqué

wreath quilt. Each month for 13 months you will

purchase a kit that features hand dyed wools by

Primitive Gatherings and Moda cotton prints.

Space will be limited.

Patty Shaw $30.00/quarter(**&***)

DEAR JANE SOCIETY

Tuesday, Apr 15. May 20, June 15 5pm-9pm

Saturday, Apr 5,& 26, May 3 & 24, June 7 & 28

Noon-4pm

Quilters’ Corner has caught the “Jane-iac” Fever.

Whether you have already started your DJ or not,

you will receive 4 patterns, instructions, and sew-

ing time monthly. You must sign up in advance,

seating is limited.

Lindsay Grader, Donna Dale

Debbie Campora $10.00/Session

SMALL QUILTS FOR THAT SPECIAL PLACE

Quilters’ Corner will be offering Monthly

SEASONAL SILHOUETTE KITS by Edyta Sitar

of Laundry Basket Quilts (Silhouettes are laser

cut fusible shapes for applique) Space limited

January-December 2014

APPRAISALS

Do you have a quilt that you have always

wanted to know more about or what it’s

worth? Bring it in to be appraised.

Dawn Licker, AQS Certified Appraiser

$50/quilt

Quilters’ Corner wishes YOU, our quilting

customer, a Happy Birthday.

During the month of YOUR birthday come in

and draw for a discount on your fabric

purchased that day.

End of the Bolt Days

Buy the end of the bolt during the

last seven days of the month and

receive a 25% discount!

Class Policy: Pre-registration is required for all classes. Once payment has been received, you are considered enrolled. At that time, you will receive an information sheet. Occasionally, classes do not take place as planned, so please wait until you are certain the class will go before buying supplies. Cancellations are accepted up to 7 days before the class begins, with a store credit given, good for one year or a refund. If Quilters’ Corner cancels a class, you may take a store credit or a refund.

DON’T FORGET…. We have church pews full of

25% & 50% off fabrics…. They’re great for quilt

backs, community service projects, and stash

builders

REMEMBER… You have an open invitation to join

us and use the classroom area to pin a quilt, sit

and sew, cut out projects or use the design walls.

Just be sure to call ahead and make certain

the classroom is not booked.

We are a dealer for the

HQ Sweet 16

Come in and try it!

15th annual shop hop

2014 quilt rush

April 9-13, 2014

Up in charms www.quiltrush.org

QUILTERS’ CORNER RETREATS

Zephyr Point

June 8-13

September 7-12

Auburn

November 7-9

Contact us for details