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January 18, 2006
My goodness, so much has happened since my last newsletter. Christmas and New Year's celebrations have come and gone. I got to see both of my grandsons at Christmas and that alone was great! I make the kids go to the bathroom so we can mark and track their growth measurement on the back of the door -- for the first time Jared is taller than I am (I told him it was only because he had on new shoes and I was in my stocking feet). The next time we measure him I won't be able to get by with that explanation. Dick Clark and I had a great time New Year's Eve, I hope you did too.
Great things are in the works at www.cherylsquiltcorner.com ! BOM's are growing here. We've got some new and great ones coming to the online store very soon -- keep clicking back so you don't miss out on the latest additions.
Our BOM's come complete with instructions, patterns, colored picture, colored chart so you'll know exactly which piece of fabric was picked for each pattern piece (no guessing or spending valuable time trying to figure out 'just where does this piece of fabric go?' ... and of course, all the necessary fabrics! All you'll need to provide is the time and thread. Once your BOM arrives in the mail you can begin working on it in a matter of minutes!
Just last night I posted this new one!
"JOYS OF WINTER" will be ready for it's first block to be shipped starting February 1st. Be one of the first to sign up for this totally charming quilt that features whimsical Snowmen, Angels, Gingerbread people and Santa's relishing each month in the "JOYS OF WINTER". Once you order your first block, with your permission, we put you on the auto-ship program with your credit card or with payment monthly through PayPal. Then the first part of each month the next block you need will be automatically mailed to you. 13 month program, 74 x 88.
Another great BOM here at www.cherylsquiltcorner.com is the "HOT CHOCOLATE CLUB". This is a really fun quilt showcasing darling snowmen each month with a unique twist -- they each have their own cup of Hot Chocolate in hand. Have you ever tried to ice skate or snow ski with a cup of Hot Chocolate in your hand? I couldn't do it but these precious snowmen can! 12 month program, 58 x 59.
HOT FLASHES IN BATIKS! Hate to cut up that stash of batiks you've acquired - we'll help you preserve that stash and send you new batiks each month to make this stunning fun quilt. Each month you'll receive a white on white background along with 2 fat quarters (1 being a focus batik) and complete instructions to make this HOT design glow. This 13 month BOM program will produce a finished quilt 69 x 87 and uses one batik throughout as the focus fabric as well as the outside border.
I've had several emails wanting to participate in the Vintage Valentine BOM. Unfortunately, I had to close it due to the availability of fabrics on hand to obtain that special vintage look and appeal. I've been searching for more fabric so I can open it again. If we can find the necessary fabrics to reopen it and if you're interested in participating in this fantastic quilt that is a vision of vintage romance drop me an email at cherylas@ptsi.net . Mary said the only way she would do this quilt was if we could preserve the vintage flavor as created by the designer and I think we have done just that. I will not reopen it to new participants unless we can continue with its beautiful vintage look.
For those of you that participated in the Second Saturday pieced and applique mystery -- gather up those finished quilt tops made from those block patterns, bring them to the shop, and join in for a great afternoon of fun, prizes, and surprises on the Second Saturday in February. The party will begin at 1 p.m., don't be late.
Now for a great quilting tip: PRESS AS YOU GO. Press the units of your block as they are constructed. If a block has many intersecting seams, it is much simpler to press them as you go, rather than to wait and press them all at the end, when the iron may force some areas in the wrong direction. Pressing as you go also makes assembling units much easier and more precise blocks.
November 28, 2005
Ready, Set, ...... not just yet, but we're working furiously, just like at Santa's workshop to GO at 9 a.m. on Friday, December 2nd for our first area
"REINDEER QUILT SHOP HOP"
The weather is suppose to be in the mid 60's, sunny and dry so there should be no chance of ice or snow. Come have some fun on the "REINDEER HOP" Friday and Saturday, December 2nd and 3rd, 2005. Four area shops will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. both days.
Quilted Treasures, 215 N. Kansas, Liberal, Kansas
Prairie Trails Quilting, Rt 1, Box 32-H, rural Turpin, Oklahoma (8 miles SE of Liberal - just across the state line)
Cheryl's Quilt Corner, 1608 N. Ellison, Guymon, Oklahoma
Down Home Quilts, 102 E. 7th, Suite A, Dumas, Texas
Get a SANTA BINGO card at the first shop you visit and draw for prizes.
Get one free draw just for coming into each shop.
Get one draw for each $10 purchase.
Carpool for additional chances to win: 3 in the car = one extra draw per person
5 in the car = 2 extra draws per person.
Prizes for line bingos (gift certificates) will be awarded ON THE SPOT. Blackout prize awards will be mailed to winners following completion of the "REINDEER HOP".
Make your plans now to get a car load of quilters as EVERYONE CAN BE A WINNER WITH SANTA BINGO!
With just 4 shops, this hop is do-able in ONE day! Visit any of the participating shops for more information.
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Just arrived --- the first pattern for the "HOT CHOCOLATE CLUB" BOM. If you've already decided to do this charming quilt, congratulations, you will not be disappointed! This is one of the quickest and cutest snow people quilts I've seen in some time. We'll be working on getting the first kit, "Man In The Moon", in the mail as soon as we can this week. I totally finished the first three blocks this weekend - I wish I could tell you which ONE was my favorite but I can't pick just one, they're all darling.
If you haven't signed up yet, there's still time as you can join at anytime. I'll try to get my finished blocks photographed and posted to the website soon.
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Now for a great quilting tip--- I have a great saying in a frame that I sometimes forget, "The best antiques are old friends." We should all take a minute to let those best antiques know just how much we cherish their friendships. I am very fortunate in that a lot of my friends are quilters of all ages. We share so much of our lives with each other as we stitch pieces of fabric together into what will someday be our legacy for other generations to hold dear. Even though most of the women in my family are not quilters, I cherish them all as dear friends, including the ones that are antiques!
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Our deer will be watching and waiting for you in front of the shop on Friday and Saturday during the REINDEER HOP.
Have a great week!
November 20, 2005
Good Sunday evening! With Thanksgiving this week I know many of you will be having lots of family and friends coming. My Mom and sister will be coming and I know we'll have a great time.
Lots of new happenings are coming to www.cherylsquiltcorner.com very soon, a new BOM, Reindeer Shop Hop, 2005 Second Saturday party, online Needlecase Kit special...read on for more details.
We're working very hard on a new Block of the Month that will start on December 1st, "The Hot Chocolate Club". Each month we will be offering a kit that will include all the fabrics and pattern during a 12-month program. This charming quilt features darling snow people, each holding a cup of Hot Chocolate and goes together so quickly. I know "ya'll" will love it as much as we do here. Join now so you'll be first on the list to receive your Hot Chocolate Club Block of the Month. At the end of the program you'll have a great quilt top. All you'll need to add is your time, and what a great time you'll have creating this quilt top. Wouldn't this make a great year long Christmas gift for that dear quilter in your family! I couldn't think of a better gift to receive as each kit arrives all year long.
December 2nd and 3rd, 2005, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., we'll be participating in the first ever "REINDEER HOP". Four area shops are joining together to offer you a chance to play Santa Bingo and give everyone tons of opportunities to receive gift certificates worth $10 each. Instant on the spot gift certificates for line bingos WILL happen during the "REINDEER HOP".
Gather your quilting friends together into one car and have even more chances to win. Three in your carpool and you'll each get one extra bingo piece, five in your carpool and you'll each get two extra bingo pieces. For each $10 purchase, before tax, you'll earn an extra bingo piece. Each blackout bingo card will earn the holder $40 in gift certificates, $10 from each shop that will be mailed out after the completion of the hop. Participating shops are: Quilted Treasures, Liberal, Kansas; Prairie Trails Quilting, Turpin, Oklahoma; Down Home Quilts, Dumas, Texas; and of course, Cheryl's Quilt Corner, Guymon, Oklahoma. With four participating shops and only 120 miles from Liberal to Dumas this hop is entirely do-able in only one day.
May Basket Needle Case kits, not only will you receive a 4th kit free when you order 3 kits but they are now discounted by $2 each. These make great gifts for close quilting friends. Hurry while kits are available in several different colors.
Have you been participating in our Second Saturday mystery applique or pieced BOM's? If you have and you've completed each block as they've arrived, you're in great shape. If you don't have your blocks finished yet you still have time. Mark your calendars now for the Second Saturday in February, 2006 for our in-store party. At 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 11, 2006 come to the shop, bring your finished quilt and join in some really great surprises.
My internet service provider and I have had some problems since Nov. 12th that has left me a little gun-shy now that I've finally gotten my computer back. Please ignore the date on the home page where it states the date the last time the online store was updated. Until I can get one of those computer whiz kids here and go through things with me one on one I'm not anxious to try and update my locally housed web pages. The online store pages are housed at Quiltropolis so they were never in any danger. Hopefully, very soon, my computer life will be back to its normal choas.
Now for another quilting tip... Because of my latest computer nightmares I have learned a very valuable lesson...back up your computer's hard drive to floppy disks often, if not every single time you add something new, especially your pictures. All those pictures, directions, lesson plans, ideas..., everything can be gone in a flash, never to be seen again unless you have your files on floppy disks.
Have a great week, enjoy Thanksgiving, family and friends...
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November 3, 2005
Hop, hop, hop! The Holiday FabShop Hop starts tomorrow! Bookmark www.cherylsquiltcorner.com so you can click back often to check out all the specials when you have more time.
Every order 10% off everyday.
New Bargain Basement Department on a large selection of fabrics at ridiculously low prices - order early for the best selection. When these are gone, they're gone for good!
~~~How about an in-store Reindeer Hop?
Did you miss the Top of Texas Shop Hop in July or the Prairie Stars Shop Hop in September? How about a mini hop?
Come have some fun on the "REINDEER HOP" Friday and Saturday, December 2nd and 3rd, 2005. Four area shops will be open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. both days.
We're working very hard to corral the best in-store hop from the following area quilt shops:
Quilted Treasures, 215 N. Kansas, Liberal, Kansas
Prairie Trails Quilting, Rt 1, Box 32-H, rural Turpin, Oklahoma (8 miles SE of Liberal - just across the state line)
Cheryl's Quilt Corner, 1608 N. Ellison, Guymon, Oklahoma
Down Home Quilts, 102 E. 7th, Suite A, Dumas, Texas
Get a SANTA BINGO card at the first shop you visit and draw for prizes.
Get one free draw just for coming into each shop.
Get one draw for each $10 purchase.
Carpool for additional chances to win: 3 in the car = one extra draw per person
5 in the car = 2 extra draws per person.
Prizes for line bingos (gift certificates) will be awarded ON THE SPOT. Blackout prize awards will be mailed to winners following completion of the "REINDEER HOP".
Make your plans now to get a car load of quilters as EVERYONE CAN BE A WINNER WITH SANTA BINGO!
With just 4 shops, this hop is do-able in ONE day! Visit any of the participating shops for more information.
Now for a great quilting tip --
If you're piecing long, skinny points, as in a Mariner's Compass, don't start stitching at the skinny point. Begin sewing at a wider point if possible, stitching into the sharp point. You can control the seam and the point for the last couple of inches with a stiletto, keeping the fabric flat and the point lined up.
July 15, 2005
Welcome to
Cheryl's Quilt Corner,
Guymon, Oklahoma
where you'll discover great BOM's; Batiks; Bonkers For Batiks Club;
appliqué thread packs, needles, & marking pencils; needle case kits at
buy 3 get the 4th one free; and so much more.
Our e-newsletter offers specials that are only available to you as a
subscriber . Receive great quilting tips, and be in on the newest,
latest and greatest
www.cherylsquiltcorner.com
has to offer.
the newest
Vintage Valentine Block of the Month Hot Flashes in Batiks Block of the Month
Flowers From My Garden Block of the Month
BONKERS FOR BATIKS CLUB:
BEAUTIFUL BATIKS:
APPLIQUÉ GOTTA-HAVE'S:
Thread packs, Mary's favorite needles,
Marking Pencils, Glue Baste-It, Thread Heaven
NEEDLE CASE KITS - buy 3 get the 4th one FREE:
Join us for a fun filled month as you hop, hop, hop across the internet
during the July FabShop Hop. Check back often as our
special will be changing each week and will be listed on the home page
in bold red type. We all love new fabrics and you'll find some great
NEW FABRIC ARRIVALS at
www.cherylsquiltcorner.com
July 28th we're offering 14 lucky quilters a chance to spend the day
together in a fun bus with Judy as the cruise director during the
Top of Texas Shop Hop. Leave the driving to us as
you make your way to four different quilt shops. For a mere $40 you'll
receive your own personalized tote bag, wool pin cushion kit, lunch at
Chica Blanca, and other surprises. Judy, with her infectious spirit,
will be in charge of a fantastic day trip. Don't delay, reserve your
seat today!
Quilting Tip for Today:
Position cushioned mats on the floor at the cutting table and ironing board; your legs and feet will thank you. These mats are often used in kitchens and restaurants to alleviate fatique from standing for long periods of time. I found the ones I have at my quilting machine at Sam's, I've seen them at Home Depot, and Walmart. For heavy-duty cushioning, check with a professional kitchen supply store. I guarantee you they'll make a world of difference, they're not that expensive, and will last a very long time.
July 7, 2005
TOP OF TEXAS QUILT SHOP HOP
FUN BUS
Sponsored by Cheryl's Quilt Corner
Deposit required $ 20 ($10 is non-refundable)
Jo's This 'n That, Spearman, Texas
Down Home Quilts, Dumas, Texas
Sew-It Seams, Dalhart, Texas
Your Fun Bus Itinerary:
7:30 AM - Cheryl's opens for tons of specials,
get your personalized tote bag,
wool pin cushion kit,
& breakfast treats for those taking the bus!
8:30 AM - Leave Guymon, 46 miles to Spearman
9:30 AM - Arrive Spearman, Shop 1 ½ hrs. @ Jo's This 'n That
11:00 AM - Leave Spearman, 62 miles to Dumas
12:00 noon - Arrive Dumas
n Lunch @ Chica Blanca (1 hr allotted)
n Shop 1 ½ hrs. @ Down Home Quilts
n Maximum time in Dumas 2 ½ hrs.
2:30 PM - Leave Dumas, 40 miles to Dalhart
3:30 PM - Arrive Dalhart, Shop 1 ½ hrs @ Sew-It Seams
5:00 PM - Leave Dalhart, 72 miles to Guymon
6:30 PM - Arrive Guymon, shop to your hearts content
@ Cheryl's Quilt Corner
** Be one of 14 lucky quilters to take this fun filled trip to the top 4 quilt shops on the Top of Texas Quilt Shop Hop - leave the driving to us - sign up now & make your deposit, so you too will receive:
· YOUR personalized tote bag,
· YOUR complete wool pin cushion kit
· Lunch provided
· from Judy - you know it'll be fun & surprises!
Reserve your seat today - call Cheryl @ 580-338-3677.
Discover, Visa, or MasterCard accepted.
June 23, 2005
Entire stock 10% off everyday. Blowout Sale Specials: All in-stock books & patterns, 33% off. Clearance Corner fabrics discounted 35% off. Bargain Basement fabrics discounted 40% off. Two new BOM's now available plus a great new, quick & easy May Basket Needle Case that makes a fantastic jewelry bag too. Be sure to request your Online Second Saturday BOM, free with your order (pieced or appliqué). Lots of new fabrics being added.
ORDER EARLY FOR THE BEST SELECTION DURING THE BLOWOUT SALE
NEW!! May Basket Needle Case OR Jewelry Bag Kits just added!
Buy 3 get a 4th kit FREE!!
Several different fabrics to choose from.
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Two new BOM's have just been added -- join in now and get started on either a pieced or appliqué BOM. The pieced, "Hot Flashed in Batiks" is going to make quite a flash with those awesome fabrics we all love, Batiks. If you're like me and hate to cut up that stash of batiks you've acquired - we'll help you preserve that stash and send you new batiks each month to make this stunning fun quilt. This HOT design will be a 13 month program that will finish to 69 x 87 by designer Sandy Brawner of Quilt Country. Here's block one!
The second BOM is for all the appliqué lovers out there. With the expertise of Mary, you'll find the greatest appliqué coordinated fabrics in each of the fourteen packages to make your own 72 x 72 "Vintage Valentine" quilt. This will be an heirloom quilt that is sure to please your family for years to come. The delicate appliquéd shapes inspired by vintage valentines mixed with faded fabrics will create a romantic style that embodies our nostalgia for days gone by. Fabrics may vary from the sample shown due to availability; however, we will endeavor to match them as closely as possible. A truly lovely quilt, one block at a time....
block
one
Coming soon -- the Top of Texas Quilt Shop Hop. July 28, 29, 30, & 31, 2005. Fun, fun, fun, from eleven quilt shops throughout the Texas panhandle, Oklahoma panhandle, and eastern New Mexico. You won't want to miss all the excitement. Have your passport stamped at each shop so you'll be eligible for $550 in gift certificates, a basket containing 110 fat quarters, and a great quilting tote with tons of quilting supplies in addition to the great things happening at each of the shops. Get a car load of friends and make plans now for a fun-filled weekend.
Now for a great quilting tip------
A great tool that Mary uses is pant hangers. After she finishes her appliqué blocks, she presses them and then clips them in one of those plastic pant hangers. This method will keep them all together as you work on your quilt top, keep them straight and they won't wrinkle using this method of storage. Thank you Mary for a great quilting tip.
May 27, 2005
Memorial Weekend Sale!
The shop is running over! To help us reduce the amount of merchandise we're tripping over we're going to run a Memorial Weekend Sale of everything in the shop!
The entire online store is discount 25% or more!
Order early for the best selection. Sale ends at midnight CDT May 31st.
Sorry, no backorders.
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April 23, 2005
As I'm trying to get out the door to head for Amarillo for a Top of Texas Shop Hop meeting I realize I need to tell you about the specials for the final week of the internet FabShop Hop. Starting right now, until midnight CDT tonight, you will be able to get in on 2 specials! Baker's Dozen + Books, books, books.
FabShop Hop Week 4 Special!
Books, books, books!
We all love them! The last week of the April FabShop Hop Special will be: Buy one book at the already discounted price and receive a second book of equal or lesser value at half price! Your invoice will be adjusted once we receive your order here in the shop. Hurry for the best selection! Sorry but no backorders - once they're gone, they're gone for good!
New fabrics have been loaded. More will be added next week.
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April 17, 2005 A quick note to let you know about our Week 3 FabShop Hop Special... Baker's Dozen week - April 17 through April 23. Order a dozen items, any combination, and we'll give you one of those for FREE! maybe you'd like 13 yards of fabric, or 4 books and 9 yards of fabric, or ANY combination you can come up with from our online store, ONE ITEM WILL BE FREE! we'll average the price of your items for your discount and adjust your order once we receive it here at the shop. |
April 10, 2005
Spring is here!!! Hooray!!! The tulips and daffodils are in full bloom and the thoughts of ice and snow are gone. I can't wait for summer, the high temperatures, lawn mowing, listening to the neighbor kids playing outside, and people complaining about how hot it is. I don't know about you but I am able to move much better when I'm not cold.
....now if the wind would just stop blowing so hard.....the tumbleweeds are definitely on the move.
I have spent some time working on a new look for www.cherylsquiltcorner.com - the overhaul is not finished yet. As I am able to find time I'll get back to it soon. New fabrics have been added to each fabric page with tons more that have come in that will be added very soon, as well as more books......
This weeks FabShop Hop specials ---
All in-stock books & patterns discounted 25% and more!
Large selection of fabrics added to the Clearance Corner @ 25% off.
Large selection of Fantastic Flannels & Brushed Cottons 25% off.
New Bargain Basement Department on a large selection of fabrics at ridiculously low prices - order early for the best selection. When these are gone, they're gone for good!
Free Second Saturday BOM's when added to your order.
Every order 10% off everyday.
Batiks and Bunnies - a perfect match!
FabShop Hop Week 2 Special! Do you have a United States address? April 9th through April 16th -- all orders placed for $50 or more in merchandise will receive FREE SHIPPING! We'll adjust your order here in the shop and remove the shipping fees!
Plans are
well underway for two, yes 2, in-house quilt shop hops for later this
year! Mark your calendars, gather up a vehicle load of friends, and hit
the road for a fun-filled fabulous weekend as you make the rounds to 19
different quilt shops -- and best of all, Cheryl's Quilt Corner is in
the center of them all!!!!
July 28, 29, 30, & 31 Top of Texas Quilt Shop Hop
September 8, 9, 10, & 11 Prairie Stars Quilt Shop Hop
For more details about each of the hops just click on the links above.
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Now for a great quilting tip -- but today's tip is 2 for 1!
One of my very good friends, Marjie, has a great filing system that isn't too difficult to implement. As soon as she gets home with every piece of fabric she purchases she takes a little time to mark it. To the cut end selvage she pins a simple little note that contains the following information: where she bought it, date of purchase, amount of yardage in that piece of fabric, and how much it cost per yard. As we all know here, rarely does Miss Marjie know exactly what she's going to make out of that piece of fabric she totally loves when she makes her purchase -- so she usually purchases 6 yards! Sounds like a ton of fabric, but she rarely comes back desperately looking for just a half yard more to be able to finish any project. She actually gets two quilts in one as she always has plenty for her quilt top and then uses the extra to make wonderful pieced matching backings that add so much to her quilts.
Quilting is such a wonderful part of my life and I know it is for all quilters. Consider showing a child the joys you reap with needle in hand -- it'll be something they will remember and take with them throughout their entire life. I have already received a call today from my little 5th grade neighbor girl, Kassidi, she'll be down later this afternoon as we continue working on her doll she must make totally by hand for the Oklahoma Land Run reenactment later this month. Her mother, who does not even sew on buttons, was pleasantly surprised that her required sock doll looks like a real doll and not socks!
I must return to the quilting machine as I have a couple of quilts to get quilted for the Quilts of Valor for wounded soldiers from the war.
Thanks for stopping by. Your business is greatly appreciated, whether you come by the shop or visit the online store... "thank ya'll and come back soon."
'Til then, happy quilting, happy shopping, & happy hopping,
enjoy the change in seasons........
FabShop Hop bunny hint -- check out the Batiks!
March 4, 2005
Good Friday to all. The weather in the Oklahoma panhandle is teasing us with spring this week, but we don't mind the 60 - 70 degree weather one bit, and no wind!!! Miracles never cease!
A quick reminder that March 12th is Second Saturday for all of you that will be able to make it by the shop to pick up your blocks, join in the refreshments, and check out the specials for that day. Please let me know before Wednesday morning if you'll be able to make it by so I'll have your block(s) packaged and waiting for you. Wonder what the in-store specials will be this time........ guess you'll have to make it by to find out.
March 19th is not only Third Saturday and the second installment of Mary's "Flowers From My Garden" appliqué class but it's also National Quilting Day -- be sure to stop by sometime that day for a special surprise that as a quilter I know you'll love.
Many of you took advantage of the February 18-22 Internet Blowout Sale and I thank you for your orders; however, I've not removed those sale prices so you can still get great quilting fabrics, books and patterns at those great sale prices.
All in-stock books & patterns discounted 25% and more!
Large selection of fabrics added to the Clearance Corner @ 25% off.
Large selection of Fantastic Flannels & Brushed Cottons 25% off.
New Bargain Basement Department on a large selection of fabrics at ridiculously low prices.
New fabrics are coming in almost daily so keep checking back as they're all wonderful. I'm trying very hard to get them all posted immediately so you can enjoy them as much as I am. A few of the newest batiks are:
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Aren't these just gorgeous? And remember, every item in the online store is at least 10% off everyday!
If you've not marked your calendar yet for shop hops, please mark ---
July 28, 29, 30, & 31 for the Top of Texas Quilt Shop Hop. There will be eleven shops participating, tons of fund, surprises, sales, treats, and more. Click to take a closer look at last year's Top of Texas Shop Hop.
September 8, 9, 10, & 11 for the Prairie Stars Quilt Shop Hop. This first time hop will consist of nine quilt shops. Hitch your wagon to our stars as you discover new quilt shops on your adventure across the vast prairie of the Oklahoma Panhandle, Southwest Kansas and Southeast Colorado.
Both shop hop pages will be updated as more information becomes available. Start making your plans to get a car load of quilting friends together and join in both weekends - no kids, no games, no cooking, just great friends, great fun, great adventures.
One of the quilt guilds I belong to, Panhandle Piecers, is making quilts for the wounded soldiers from the Iraqi war. We hope to have 25 finished by the end of April. The people in Boise City, Oklahoma have contributed approximately 50-60 to this great cause. When we discussed this project at our January meeting I went home so excited about being able to do this I had a hard time getting to sleep that night - my quilting brain was racing 100 mph. I have one quilt top finished with the second one very close to being ready to go. If you'd like a little more information on this worldwide project you can read all about it at the following web sites:
http://www.houseofhanson.com/qov.html
http://www.quiltsforsoldiers.com/
These young men and women have done their very best for us in the fight for freedom, it's only right that we should do our best for them and let them know how much we appreciate them.
Now for a great quilting tip ---
Are you like I am, just can't throw it away, give it away, or sell it on ebay... you've run out of closet space, drawer space, places to stash it or hide it. You know those scraps seem to be just like rabbits, they just seem to multiply. You go through them periodically, divide them into fabric types, color groups, projects you want to make (someday). You use plastic boxes to keep "it all together", wicker baskets that look pretty on a shelf and also allows air to circulate, but how else can you store fabric (or in some cases disguise it) yet be space-efficient storage.
Here's a great idea for storing "scraps" (and I'll use that term loosely!).
Try this: use hanging sweater or shoe bags. Fold and store scraps by color on the sweater "shelves." You can also fold or roll fabric and store it in the shoe pockets. Shoe bags can be hung in a closet or on the back of a door. Once again your storing vertically. Those clothes that were taking up that rod space in the closet what clothes? Those ladies at the domestic violence center will be thrilled to have your donation, you get a tax credit, and more fabric storage space! Win, Win, Win!
February 18, 2005
Inventory Blowout Specials
February 18th-22nd
Cheryl's Quilt Corner Blowout
Days-February 18-22nd
Come join us for the largest blowout sale of the year
at Cheryl's Quilt Corner. We're here to inspire and encourage you to
create your own quilted heirloom masterpieces, and of course, we'd like
you to use top quality fabrics from
www.cherylsquiltcorner.com . Here is a sneak peak at just a few of
the specials you'll find in the secure online store during the Blowout
Sale:
All in-stock books & patterns discounted 25% and more!
Large selection of fabrics added to the Clearance Corner @ 25% off.
Large selection of Fantastic Flannels & Brushed Cottons 25% off.
New Bargain Basement Department on a large selection of fabrics at ridiculously low prices - order early for the best selection. When these are gone, they're gone for good!
Free Second Saturday BOM's when added to your order.
All these great Blowout Sale Specials available online ONLY!
February 12, 2005
Today is Second Saturday, hope you're going to get to come join in on the party this afternoon -- if not, your block is waiting for you, I'll be watching for your order.
Next Saturday is Third Saturday and the beginning of Mary's newest appliqué class. If you've not signed up it's not too late, just give us a call or come by. You can see the first block on the home page, www.cherylsquiltcorner.com .
Cheryl's Quilt Corner would like to celebrate Valentine's Day by enclosing a special surprise on all orders over $25 starting February 12, 2005 until midnight central time on February 16, 2005. Type in "valentine" into the comment box at checkout and we'll send you a great gift that quilters are sure to love. You must use the special code to receive the free gift. Don't miss this opportunity to build your stash, and give yourself a wonderful Valentine's gift! (Special surprise ends Wednesday, February 16th at Midnight Central time.)
Now for a great quilting tip ---
Everyone of us has color preferences and they become quite obvious when you look at your fabric stash! Every so often you should take a fabric inventory and see where things stand. Most quilters will find that they are heavy on several colors and more than lacking in others. Be objective with your review and the next time you go to the quilt shop try to buy a couple of fabrics to help round out your palette in addition to buying fabrics for that specific project.
February 5, 2005
Good Saturday morning to all. Here in the Oklahoma panhandle it is currently 50 outside but with that ever present wind, the chill factor is 37, not too bad, unless you have to walk, then you might want to put some rocks in your pockets first.
I just wanted to send out a quick note to remind everyone that one week from today is Second Saturday for February. New blocks are posted to the website and ready to be mailed out on Monday for those of you that are participating via online ordering. Click here to order your blocks. For those of you that are able to come to the monthly quilt party, we're going to be ready for you too. Please email or give me a call to let me know that you'll be here so I'll have your block ready for you -- plus I want to have enough goodies, hum........
Second Saturday Pieced BOM Second Saturday Appliqué BOM
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Third Saturday Appliqué Class with our Master of Appliqué, Award Winning, Mary Howell
Sign up today as space is limited. Beginning Saturday, February 19, 2005, Mary will guide you, lead you, and teach you just how wonderful and beautiful appliqué is -- you can achieve magnificently beautiful appliqué with Mary's help. Click here for more information.
Mary's Version of Block One
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With so many new fabric arrivals you'll want to be sure to make it to the Second Saturday party as you'll find a mass of great bargains! You'll want to be the first to snatch up these new fabrics and the great prices on existing fabrics to make room for the new. The new fabrics will be posted to the website late tonight, so come back soon to check them out.
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Now for a great quilting tip ---
With the stress that comes from being pulled in and out of fabric repeatedly during hand piecing, appliqué, or quilting, it's no wonder that kinks, tangles, fraying, and knots occur even in the finest threads. Mary Howell loves a product that conditions thread so it will slide through fabric like butter, with hardly any wear and tear. Simply run a strand of thread over the surface of "Thread Heaven" conditioner to coat it with a silky-smooth layer of silicone, and then watch snarls and tangles melt away! "Thread Heaven" is available in the Notions and Other "Gotta-haves" department.
Have a great weekend.......
January 22, 2005
Good Saturday morning. The sun is shining here in Guymon, Oklahoma, and, of course, the wind is blowing - typical for the Oklahoma panhandle. Yesterday the park next door had quite a few kids in it after school since it was 70 here, what a change from the 8 only two weeks ago! Will Rogers once said if you don't like the weather in Oklahoma, wait a minute!
This morning I want to tell you about a new class that has been scheduled.
Third Saturday Appliqué Class with our Master of Appliqué, Award Winning, Mary Howell
Sign up today as space is limited. Beginning Saturday, February 19, 2005, Mary will guide you, lead you, and teach you just how wonderful and beautiful appliqué is -- you can achieve magnificently beautiful appliqué with Mary's help.
Mary's Block One
"Flowers From My Garden" Quilt - the pattern Mary will be using.
The first class will meet 2 - 4 p.m. on the Third Saturday, February 19, 2005, then the Third Saturday of each month until you get your quilt top finished. You'll work on one block each month at the beginning with the option to do your blocks by hand or by machine. As the year progresses your confidence and expertise will increase with Mary's help and you'll soon be whipping appliqué out all over the place. Each monthly class will be $15, this will include the pattern to make the 16" x 16" blocks and be given at the beginning of each class. The quilt pictured above will finish to be 90" x 90". All enrollees will be given a 15% discount on fabrics purchased to use in this class - yardages and supplies needed are available at Cheryl's Quilt Corner at the time of enrollment. Space is limited so enroll now to insure your seat!
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*** SOME OF THE NEW FABRIC ARRIVALS ***
from Ricky Tims -- CONVERGENCE FABRIC
All sorts of cute little fish, starfish, and seahorses can be found in this charming fabric. Wouldn't this make a great Easy-Breezy quilt or perhaps a Yellow Brick Road quilt for that little one.
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Second Saturday BOM
How are your Second Saturday Blocks coming? If you haven't received yours yet, it's not too late, pieced and/or appliquéd -- order yours today!
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Now for a great quilting tip ---
Now that you've gotten that quilt top finished, don't put your fabric away until you've cut the binding and a hanging sleeve (if the quilt will be hung). This will save you from digging fabric and thread out later for these finishing steps or from accidentally using it on another project before your top is quilted. Sew and press the binding strips as you piece the quilt, then label and store them or place them in a bag to stay with the top until you are ready for them. Make a sleeve when you are cutting and piecing the back, making it about 2 inches shorter than the quilt width to allow for quilting take-up. Making the sleeve from the backing fabric makes it unobtrusive and gives your quilt a quality touch.
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Thanks for stopping by. Your business is greatly appreciated, whether you come by the shop or visit the online store... "thank ya'll and come back soon."
'Til then, happy quilting, happy shopping, & happy hopping,
Cheryl
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