Fun with Little Squares
Nov
21

Fun with Little Squares

 
 
 

Fun with Little Squares

By Emma Allen

Play with 2” fabric squares to create a 7-1/2” block. You will select fabric squares from Emma’s stash of thousands of pre-washed, pre-cut cotton fabrics in a full range of colors.

The class will include an introduction to color theory. Techniques for cutting, stitching, and pressing will be demonstrated and used to create a custom block. If time allows, multiple blocks may be completed.

 You will walk away with a better understanding of color, tools to keep track of your design as you sew and press, and techniques to create beautifully intersecting seams. Once home, you can use your completed block in the project of your choice.

Supplies: 

Emma will provide each participant with free access to her stash of 2” squares, a portable design board, tools, and an illustrated handout to help you create a unique block. Yes, you keep the design board and tools!

 Participants should bring:

A sewing machine with a presser foot suitable for stitching ¼” seams (sewing machine should be in good working order with a fresh needle and oiled, if necessary.) Don’t forget your foot pedal and plug.

A full bobbin and matching spool of thread in a neutral color

Thread snips


Cost: $50.00 payable to Emma Allen

**Emma does require a minimum of 2 participates.  Bring your friend for a fun time playing with small squares with Emma**


A little about Emma Allen-

Background:  BA in Philosophy from William and Mary, professional machine embroidery artist under the name Perfect Little Stitches 1997 – 2016, sewing for as long as she can remember, quilting since 1981, art quilting since 2019.

Artist Statement: Each quilt speaks to me as I go along. I never know where I’m headed until the quilt is completed.

Affiliations: Art Quilt Tribe ,Colonial Piecemakers Quilt Guild, SAQA

Juried Exhibits

“Entangled and Pulled Together (jacket and hat), Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, February, 2024, juried by Susan Edmondson and Joyce Fischer

”Celebrate!”, Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, February, 2024, juried by Susan Edmondson and Joyce Fischer 

”Radiance”, Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, February, 2024, juried by Paula Golden and Sue Nickels

”Celebrate!”, Mancuso Pacific International Quilt Festival, October, 2023, juried by Sue Nickels and Maria Shell

”Hikers’ Blues”, Mancuso Quiltfest, Greenville, SC, April 2023, juried by Susan Edmonson and Linda J. Hahn

“A Tree for All Seasons” and “Stay Safe Dear Hiker”, Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, February, 2023, juried by Bobbie Bergquist and Susan Edmonson

“If Van Gogh Had Been a Quilter”, Mancuso Pacific International Quilt Festival, October, 2022, juried by Sue Nickels and Pat Yamin

“The Tree Swing”, Mancuso Pennsylvania Quilt Extravaganza, September, 2022, juried by Bobbie Bergquist and Joyce Fischer

Quilt Show Group Exhibits:

“The Spunky One”, Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, Art Quilt Tribe, February, 2024

“Fragile”, Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, Colonial Piecemakers Quilt Guild Challenge, February, 2024

“Our Place in Infinity”, Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, Colonial Piecemakers Quilt Guild Challenge, February, 2023

“The Touch”, Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, Colonial Piecemakers Quilt Guild Challenge, February, 2022

Awards:

“Keep Jackson Pollock away from my Next Quilt”, Grace Company Spring Fling (online show), first place in the “Technology category, October, 2024

“Entangled and Pulled Together (jacket and hat), Mancuso Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival, Wearable Art, Judge’s Choice and Viewers’ Choice, February, 2024

“Ode to Joy”, Grace Company Fall Festival (online quilt show), second place in the “Quilted Couture” category, October, 2023

“A Tree for All Seasons”, Grace Company Spring Fling (online quilt show), second place in the “In It for the Long Haul” category, April, 2023

Publications:

“The Touch” was included in Quilted Poems: An Ekphrastic Collaboration of Poets and Quilters, with specific mention in the forward, © 2021

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Tree Triming Party!
Nov
22

Tree Triming Party!

Decorating a tree with your closest friends and family is an exciting and memorable time!  Although it is not required to attend, you can bring your homemade decoration to add to your quilt shop Christmas tree!!  Come and celebrate the beginning of the Christmas Season with your quilty friends at your local quilt shop, and let’s trim the tree together!

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Traditional T-Shirt Quilt Workshop Session 1
Nov
23

Traditional T-Shirt Quilt Workshop Session 1

Traditional T-Shirt Quilt Workshop

 
 

Have you ever wanted to make a T-Shirt Quilt? This is the 2nd method of 3 that we will host in a T-Shirt Quilt Series!

Class level: Confident beginner.

Instructor: Angel Stauffer

You will receive 15% off supplies needed for class and 15% off in store during the day of class.

Supplies:

Stabilizer: is determined by the size of your blocks.

Fabric:

T-Shirts washed, clean, and without holes.

Fabric for sashing needed will be determined by the size of your quilt blocks.

Thread: 1 spool and loaded bobbin. (I usually use 50 weight Aurifil 2600, which is a light gray in color)

Rulers-

A square 12.5” ruler or larger. We do have an 18.5” Ruler that you may borrow.

Your favorite rotary cutter with a new blade.

Sewing Machine Needle: Ball Point

A pair of fabric scissors

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, familiarity with.

Sewing machine feet-the foot of choice to achieve your 1/4” seam.


Cost: $65.00

**72 hour cancellation notice required for a full refund**

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Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov
28

Happy Thanksgiving!

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

From our house to yours, Happy Thanksgiving to you!!! The store will be closed today, and will resume normal business hours tomorrow!

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Black Friday!
Nov
29

Black Friday!

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

We are open at your local quilt shop from 10 AM to 5 PM!! Timed Flash Sales, Surprise Sales, Special Offers, and “sew” much more!!! Come by your quilt shop and let’s have fun during Black Friday!!!

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5th Saturday Challenge
Nov
30

5th Saturday Challenge

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

What is the 5th Saturday Challenge??  Every month that has a 5th Saturday, you can purchase a 5th Saturday bag and use the ingredients to make any project your heart desires.

The guidelines are: 
You must use at least a piece (no size requirements) of all the fabric in the bag.
You may add additional fabric. 

All projects are due at the next 5th Saturday and will then be hung in the store for a selected amount of time for visitors to vote on their favorite project.
Prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place. 

Cost: $14.99
Challenge bags available while supplies last.

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Small Business Saturday
Nov
30

Small Business Saturday

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY!  We are open from 10AM till 4PM!  If you missed out on Black Friday, we have some specials planned for Small Business Saturday.  It is our way to say, "Thank You," for shopping Small! 

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Traditional T-Shirt Quilt Workshop Session 2
Nov
30

Traditional T-Shirt Quilt Workshop Session 2

Traditional T-Shirt Quilt Workshop

 
 

Have you ever wanted to make a T-Shirt Quilt? This is the 2nd method of 3 that we will host in a T-Shirt Quilt Series!

Class level: Confident beginner.

Instructor: Angel Stauffer

You will receive 15% off supplies needed for class and 15% off in store during the day of class.

Supplies:

Stabilizer: is determined by the size of your blocks.

Fabric:

T-Shirts washed, clean, and without holes.

Fabric for sashing needed will be determined by the size of your quilt blocks.

Thread: 1 spool and loaded bobbin. (I usually use 50 weight Aurifil 2600, which is a light gray in color)

Rulers-

A square 12.5” ruler or larger. We do have an 18.5” Ruler that you may borrow.

Your favorite rotary cutter with a new blade.

Sewing Machine Needle: Ball Point

A pair of fabric scissors

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, familiarity with.

Sewing machine feet-the foot of choice to achieve your 1/4” seam.


Cost: $80.00

**72 hour cancellation notice required for a full refund**

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Dec
6

TRQS

Tidewater Regional Quilt Study

Do you love old quilts? Do you want to discover their stories? Do you wat to know more about the people who made them? Join us from 2 PM- 4PM on the first Fridays of the month! Please call the shop at (757) 808-5947 to reserve you seat, as space is limited.

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 12
Dec
12

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 12

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 12 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 12
Dec
14

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 12

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 12 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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UFO Friday
Nov
15

UFO Friday

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

It’s UFO Friday!!! Bring your UFO or your WIP (and your sewing machine) and stitch with other cherubs!! Seats are limited. It is advised to call ahead to see if seats are available. 757-808-5947

Cost: Free

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 11
Nov
14

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 11

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 11 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 11
Nov
9

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 11

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 11 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Veterans Day
Nov
9
to Nov 11

Veterans Day

 
 
 

Happy Veterans Day to all that have served! We thank you for your service. We will be donating 11% of all sales made from Saturday through Monday (9 November through 11 November 2024) to a local veteran organization. Come by or shop online and show your support!

 
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Stack & Whack Workshop Session 2
Nov
2

Stack & Whack Workshop Session 2

Stack & Whack Workshop

 
 
 

Instructor: Ann Czompo

This fun and unique technique, taught over 2 sessions, creates kaleidoscope-like blocks by stacking and cutting fabric!

Join Ann as she teaches us the Stack & Whack technique by Bethany Reynolds. Ann says this “… is easy with interesting results. You won’t know how it will look, or specific yardage requirements until you have completed the process of block construction. Each block will be different.”


Supplies:

Fabric suggestion: select a fairly dense design with a variety of colors, without large patches of background. Angel at HALO Inspirations can assist you, or you can wait until the first class and Ann will help you select an appropriate fabric for the blocks. DO NOT WASH THE FABRIC!

  • Choose fabric with a medium to large print and little background 

  • The design in the fabric should repeat at least every 11/12 inches

  • It's a good choice for using pretty fabrics that you don't want to cut into small pieces

Sashing and corner squares

Borders

Binding

Neutral thread for construction.

Flat head pins and regular pins

Seam roller/presser (optional)

Rotary Cutter with fresh blade 45-60

Mat 18” X 24” If you have a rotating mat, it’s handy for trimming blocks (optional)

Rulers: 12.5” square, 6.5” X 24.5” rectangle

Sewing machine (with cord, foot pedal, bobbins, manual, presser feet: straight stitch, quarter inch foot). Lubricating the machine and a new needle (12/80 or 14/90 Microtex, sharp, or topstitch) recommended.

For more details about the fabric, feel free to stop in! Ann has created a pamphlet with more details.


Cost: $80.00

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Intro to Quilting-8th Class
Nov
2

Intro to Quilting-8th Class

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Intro to Quilting is a 8 week class that goes from fabric to binding. This is our FINAL week, where we are finishing our binding on our beautiful quilts! Looking for a new Intro to Quilting Class to begin your journey? We will be hosting our next Intro to Quilting Class in March of 2025! Or maybe you are looking for your quilting 102 to build on your new skill? We will be hosting a 102 class very soon. So, keep looking out for it!


This quilt finishes at 45.5” X 45.5”

Fabric Requirements:

A kit is available for the top of the quilt. It normally runs $39.99. However, you do recieve a 15% discount on all supplies for the class. You also receive a 15% discount on any purchase the day of the classes. You will need to purchase a backing fabric and batting to complete the class and the quilt.

Supplies:

As it is our goal to guide you making your quilt, we don't want to bombard you with "sew" many things to spend your money on.  We are able to provide cutting mats and irons for you.  You do not need a 1/4" presser foot.  If you have one, you are more than welcome to bring it.  However, just a general presser foot is fine.  You will need a rotary cutter of your own with a new blade. If you do not have one, we do carry them in the shop.  During this first class, we will discuss the fun tools used in quilting.

Thread (with a loaded bobbin).

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, appropriate feet, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, and familiarity with it.


Cost: $150.00 (Does not include fabric or supplies)

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Nov
1

TRQS

Tidewater Regional Quilt Study

Do you love old quilts? Do you want to discover their stories? Do you wat to know more about the people who made them? Join us from 2 PM- 4PM on the first Fridays of the month! Please call the shop at (757) 808-5947 to reserve you seat, as space is limited.

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Stack & Whack Workshop Session 1
Oct
26

Stack & Whack Workshop Session 1

Stack & Whack Workshop

 
 
 

Instructor: Ann Czompo

This fun and unique technique, taught over 2 sessions, creates kaleidoscope-like blocks by stacking and cutting fabric!

Join Ann as she teaches us the Stack & Whack technique by Bethany Reynolds. Ann says this “… is easy with interesting results. You won’t know how it will look, or specific yardage requirements until you have completed the process of block construction. Each block will be different.”

The 2nd session is 2 November 2024 from 1:30PM - 4:30PM.


Supplies:

Fabric suggestion: select a fairly dense design with a variety of colors, without large patches of background. Angel at HALO Inspirations can assist you, or you can wait until the first class and Ann will help you select an appropriate fabric for the blocks. DO NOT WASH THE FABRIC!

  • Choose fabric with a medium to large print and little background 

  • The design in the fabric should repeat at least every 11/12 inches

  • It's a good choice for using pretty fabrics that you don't want to cut into small pieces

Sashing and corner squares

Borders

Binding

Neutral thread for construction.

Flat head pins and regular pins

Seam roller/presser (optional)

Rotary Cutter with fresh blade 45-60

Mat 18” X 24” If you have a rotating mat, it’s handy for trimming blocks (optional)

Rulers: 12.5” square, 6.5” X 24.5” rectangle

Sewing machine (with cord, foot pedal, bobbins, manual, presser feet: straight stitch, quarter inch foot). Lubricating the machine and a new needle (12/80 or 14/90 Microtex, sharp, or topstitch) recommended.

For more details about the fabric, feel free to stop in! Ann has created a pamphlet with more details.


Cost: $80.00

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Intro to Quilting-7th Class
Oct
26

Intro to Quilting-7th Class

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Intro to Quilting is a 8 week class that goes from fabric to binding. This is our 7th week, where we will be going through squaring your quilt top and begin your binding.


This quilt finishes at 45.5” X 45.5”

Fabric Requirements:

A kit is available for the top of the quilt. It normally runs $39.99. However, you do recieve a 15% discount on all supplies for the class. You also receive a 15% discount on any purchase the day of the classes. You will need to purchase a backing fabric and batting to complete the class and the quilt.

Supplies:

As it is our goal to guide you making your quilt, we don't want to bombard you with "sew" many things to spend your money on.  We are able to provide cutting mats and irons for you.  You do not need a 1/4" presser foot.  If you have one, you are more than welcome to bring it.  However, just a general presser foot is fine.  You will need a rotary cutter of your own with a new blade. If you do not have one, we do carry them in the shop.  During this first class, we will discuss the fun tools used in quilting.

Thread (with a loaded bobbin).

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, appropriate feet, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, and familiarity with it.


Cost: $150.00 (Does not include fabric or supplies)

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UFO Friday
Oct
25

UFO Friday

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

It’s UFO Friday!!! Bring your UFO or your WIP (and your sewing machine) and stitch with other cherubs!! Seats are limited. It is advised to call ahead to see if seats are available. 757-808-5947

Cost: Free

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Intro to Quilting-6th Class
Oct
19

Intro to Quilting-6th Class

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Intro to Quilting is a 8 week class that goes from fabric to binding. This is our 6th week, where we will be going through thread choices for quilting and quilting our quilts!


This quilt finishes at 45.5” X 45.5”

Fabric Requirements:

A kit is available for the top of the quilt. It normally runs $39.99. However, you do recieve a 15% discount on all supplies for the class. You also receive a 15% discount on any purchase the day of the classes. You will need to purchase a backing fabric and batting to complete the class and the quilt.

Supplies:

As it is our goal to guide you making your quilt, we don't want to bombard you with "sew" many things to spend your money on.  We are able to provide cutting mats and irons for you.  You do not need a 1/4" presser foot.  If you have one, you are more than welcome to bring it.  However, just a general presser foot is fine.  You will need a rotary cutter of your own with a new blade. If you do not have one, we do carry them in the shop.  During this first class, we will discuss the fun tools used in quilting.

Thread (with a loaded bobbin).

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, appropriate feet, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, and familiarity with it.


Cost: $150.00 (Does not include fabric or supplies)

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Another Way To Applique!!
Oct
15

Another Way To Applique!!

Another Way to Applique!!

 
 
 

Instructor: Ann Czompo

This adorable and decorative pumpkin on a pumpkin is just the fast project to give some pizazz to your table or desk!

Join Ann as she teaches us how to make this project with a different way to appliqué. The techniques that will be given inside this workshop are: Selection of image, preparation for appliqué, transfer to fabric. Pumpkin design supplied. Zigzag edge of pieces to secure on background fabric and for decoration. Free motion quilting on images and background. Machine binding. Below you will find fabric & batting requirements that may be in your stash! However, she is offering a kit for only $5.00. The kit included is enough to make 1 project. Kits are limited and while supplies last.


Supplies:

One light solid or mottle for the background, backing and “hanger.”

(1) rectangle background 10” X 12”

(1) rectangle backing 12” X 14”

(2) 4.5” Squares for Hanger

(1) 4” X 5” fabric brown for stems

(1) 8” X 9” piece orange or rust for back squash

(1) 7” X 8” different orange or rust with some contrast for front pumpkin

(1) 2.5” strip of print for binding

Matching thread for the darks and background.

Batting: 12” x 14”

Permanent fabric marker, brown or black (if you have one) for marking vines.

Acrylic frame: 8” x 10” (can be purchased at HALO)

Rotary cutter with fresh blade

Rulers & Mat (12” square, 6” X 24” recommended), 11” X 17” or larger self-healing mat.

We do have 2 cutting tables with mats available to use. However, you are always welcome to bring one of your own.

Scissors to trim fabric 1/8” from stitching line.

Pencil, pen and a few sheets of typing paper or a small dry board with marker.

Sewing machine (with cord, foot pedal, bobbins, manual, presser feet: straight & zig zag stitch, open toe, darning/quilting, and walking). Lubricating the machine and a new needle

Lubricating the machine and a new needle (12/80 or 14/90 microtex, sharp, or topstitch) recommended.

Quilt sandwich approximately 12” square with a top fabric, batting, and bottom fabric to practice free motion quilting, and to test stitch length, width, and balance.

Cost: $35.00

Kits are available for $5.00 and provided by Ann.

Kits include all the fabric and batting needed for this project. It does not include the practice sandwich.

You may purchase the acrylic frame separately for $4.99.

As a reminder: the day of the workshop you will receive a 15% discount off most items in the shop. *Furniture and machines/frames are not included.

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 10
Oct
12

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 10

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 10 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Intro to Quilting-5th Class
Oct
12

Intro to Quilting-5th Class

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Intro to Quilting is a 8 week class that goes from fabric to binding. This is our fifth week, where we will be going through backing fabric and how to cut it. We also will be basting our sandwiches.


This quilt finishes at 45.5” X 45.5”

Fabric Requirements:

A kit is available for the top of the quilt. It normally runs $39.99. However, you do recieve a 15% discount on all supplies for the class. You also receive a 15% discount on any purchase the day of the classes. You will need to purchase a backing fabric and batting to complete the class and the quilt.

Supplies:

As it is our goal to guide you making your quilt, we don't want to bombard you with "sew" many things to spend your money on.  We are able to provide cutting mats and irons for you.  You do not need a 1/4" presser foot.  If you have one, you are more than welcome to bring it.  However, just a general presser foot is fine.  You will need a rotary cutter of your own with a new blade. If you do not have one, we do carry them in the shop.  During this first class, we will discuss the fun tools used in quilting.

Thread (with a loaded bobbin).

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, appropriate feet, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, and familiarity with it.


Cost: $150.00 (Does not include fabric or supplies)

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 10
Oct
10

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 10

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 10 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Intro to Quilting-4th Class
Oct
5

Intro to Quilting-4th Class

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Intro to Quilting is a 8 week class that goes from fabric to binding. This is our fourth week, where we will be going through piecing our blocks into a quilt top.


This quilt finishes at 45.5” X 45.5”

Fabric Requirements:

A kit is available for the top of the quilt. It normally runs $39.99. However, you do recieve a 15% discount on all supplies for the class. You also receive a 15% discount on any purchase the day of the classes. You will need to purchase a backing fabric and batting to complete the class and the quilt.

Supplies:

As it is our goal to guide you making your quilt, we don't want to bombard you with "sew" many things to spend your money on.  We are able to provide cutting mats and irons for you.  You do not need a 1/4" presser foot.  If you have one, you are more than welcome to bring it.  However, just a general presser foot is fine.  You will need a rotary cutter of your own with a new blade. If you do not have one, we do carry them in the shop.  During this first class, we will discuss the fun tools used in quilting.

Thread (with a loaded bobbin).

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, appropriate feet, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, and familiarity with it.


Cost: $150.00 (Does not include fabric or supplies)

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Oct
4

TRQS

Tidewater Regional Quilt Study

Do you love old quilts? Do you want to discover their stories? Do you wat to know more about the people who made them? Join us from 2 PM- 4PM on the first Fridays of the month! Please call the shop at (757) 808-5947 to reserve you seat, as space is limited.

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Intro to Quilting-3rd Class
Sep
28

Intro to Quilting-3rd Class

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Intro to Quilting is a 8 week class that goes from fabric to binding. This is our third week, where we will be going through the 1/4” seam, reading the pattern for sewing the blocks with assembly, and sewing your quilt blocks.


This quilt finishes at 45.5” X 45.5”

Fabric Requirements:

A kit is available for the top of the quilt. It normally runs $39.99. However, you do recieve a 15% discount on all supplies for the class. You also receive a 15% discount on any purchase the day of the classes. You will need to purchase a backing fabric and batting to complete the class and the quilt.

Supplies:

As it is our goal to guide you making your quilt, we don't want to bombard you with "sew" many things to spend your money on.  We are able to provide cutting mats and irons for you.  You do not need a 1/4" presser foot.  If you have one, you are more than welcome to bring it.  However, just a general presser foot is fine.  You will need a rotary cutter of your own with a new blade. If you do not have one, we do carry them in the shop.  During this first class, we will discuss the fun tools used in quilting.

Thread (with a loaded bobbin).

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, appropriate feet, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, and familiarity with it.


Cost: $150.00 (Does not include fabric or supplies)

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T-Shirt Rag Quilt Workshop
Sep
26

T-Shirt Rag Quilt Workshop

T-Shirt Rag Quilt Workshop

T-Shirt Rag Quilt Workshop

Have you ever wanted to make a T-Shirt Quilt? This method is by far the easiest and least expensive! As this is the first method of 3 that we will host in a T-Shirt Quilt Series, we thought it would be fun to start with a cozy quilt that blends T-Shirts and Rag Quilting!

Class level: Confident beginner. Some sewing experience encouraged. 

Instructor: Angel Stauffer

You will receive 15% off supplies needed for class and 15% off in store during the day of class.

As we are learning the method, we will make a 4 patch of t-shirts with this method. You are welcome to add to it, if desired.

Supplies:

We will supply the flannel foundation in a gray color.

Fabric:

(4) T-Shirts washed, clean, and without holes.

Thread: 1 spool and loaded bobbin. (I usually use 50 weight Aurifil 2600, which is a light gray in color)

Rulers-

A square 12.5” ruler or larger. We do have an 18.5” Ruler that you may borrow.

Your favorite rotary cutter with a new blade.

Sewing Machine Needle: Ball Point

A pair of fabric scissors

A Marking Tool that will show up on your T-Shirts and will easily be removed. I use painter’s tape and have it available to use, if you would like to use it.

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, familiarity with.

Sewing machine feet-

Highly recommended to use a walking foot.


Cost: $40.00

**72 hour cancellation notice required for a full refund**

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Intro to Quilting-2nd Class
Sep
21

Intro to Quilting-2nd Class

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Intro to Quilting is a 8 week class that goes from fabric to binding. This is our second week, where we will be going through reading your pattern for cutting instructions. We will also be squaring and cutting your fabrics.


This quilt finishes at 45.5” X 45.5”

Fabric Requirements:

A kit is available for the top of the quilt. It normally runs $39.99. However, you do recieve a 15% discount on all supplies for the class. You also receive a 15% discount on any purchase the day of the classes. You will need to purchase a backing fabric and batting to complete the class and the quilt.

Supplies:

As it is our goal to guide you making your quilt, we don't want to bombard you with "sew" many things to spend your money on.  We are able to provide cutting mats and irons for you.  You do not need a 1/4" presser foot.  If you have one, you are more than welcome to bring it.  However, just a general presser foot is fine.  You will need a rotary cutter of your own with a new blade. If you do not have one, we do carry them in the shop.  During this first class, we will discuss the fun tools used in quilting.

Thread (with a loaded bobbin).

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, appropriate feet, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, and familiarity with it.


Cost: $150.00 (Does not include fabric or supplies)

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 9
Sep
14

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 9

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 9 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Intro to Quilting-First Class
Sep
14

Intro to Quilting-First Class

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Intro to Quilting is a 8 week class that goes from fabric to binding. This is our first week, where we will be going through fabric selection, beginning to read a pattern, and prepping your fabric.


This quilt finishes at 45.5” X 45.5”

Fabric Requirements:

A kit is available for the top of the quilt. It normally runs $39.99. However, you do recieve a 15% discount on all supplies for the class. You also receive a 15% discount on any purchase the day of the classes. If you do purchase the kit, you will still need to purchase a backing fabric and batting to complete the class and the quilt.

Supplies:

As it is our goal to guide you making your quilt, we don't want to bombard you with "sew" many things to spend your money on.  We are able to provide cutting mats and irons for you.  You do not need a 1/4" presser foot.  If you have one, you are more than welcome to bring it.  However, just a general presser foot is fine.  You will need a rotary cutter of your own with a new blade. If you do not have one, we do carry them in the shop.  During this first class, we will discuss the fun tools used in quilting.

Thread (with a loaded bobbin).

Pins

Seam ripper

Scissors for thread snipping

Sewing Machine:

Sewing machine, appropriate feet, cord, foot pedal, manual, recently oiled (if necessary), new needle, and familiarity with it.


Cost: $150.00 (Does not include fabric or supplies)

**72 hours before the first class cancellation notice required for a full refund**

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 9
Sep
12

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 9

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 9 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Sep
6

TRQS

Tidewater Regional Quilt Study

Do you love old quilts? Do you want to discover their stories? Do you wat to know more about the people who made them? Join us from 2 PM- 4PM on the first Fridays of the month! Please call the shop at (757) 808-5947 to reserve you seat, as space is limited.

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 8
Aug
10

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 8

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 8 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 8
Aug
8

Kaleidoscope BOM-Month 8

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

This is month 8 Block. We will be watching Stephanie’s video and constructing the block together! We will have 2 sessions available per month for you to come by and stitch together our blocks! One of the sessions are on a Thursday and the other is on a Saturday! We will keep the sessions at 4 people! Therefore, it is important to let us know which day you would like to attend!

From Quilt addicts Anonymous and QT Fabrics

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE!!

Remember how fun it was to look through a kaleidoscope as a kid?  Well, now you can enjoy making the Kaleidoscope Block of the Month quilt design by Quilt Addicts Anonymous.  Featuring Spotsy by QT Fabrics, the tone-on-tone meandering dots bring a great textural look to the quilt.

The Kaleidoscope Block of the Month pattern designed by Stephanie Soebbing, the creator and owner of Quilt Addicts Anonymous. The color changes and 12 block designs make the pattern look difficult, but it can be accomplished by any quilter who can sew a half-square triangle.

This is a 12-month program for confident beginners.  The 96” x 96” size is bright and colorful with lots of movement.

There is a $25.00 Sign Up Fee.

It does include the Pattern Book which will be shipped with your first month’s fabric! Once you sign up, a link will be sent to you to enroll into the monthly subscription. The pattern book features 28 full color pages of step-by-step instructions for each block and final quilt assembly. You can also follow along with Stephanie with video tutorials. The link for the videos is provided in the pattern book!

The monthly subscription is $34.99 (plus sales tax and $5.00 shipping). If you are local, we will refund the $5.00 for shipping, if you choose to pick up.

Every month, once your credit card is charged, the fabric will be shipped for the corresponding month. At the end of the 12-month BOM, you can put all the blocks together and have a finished 96” X 96” topper!

Fabric included is for the entire topper and the binding. Backing and batting is not included.

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Aug
2

TRQS

Tidewater Regional Quilt Study

Do you love old quilts? Do you want to discover their stories? Do you wat to know more about the people who made them? Join us from 2 PM- 4PM on the first Fridays of the month! Please call the shop at (757) 808-5947 to reserve you seat, as space is limited.

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