Monday, December 29, 2008

SIENA from P&B Textiles

Siena is a gorgeous fantasy floral collection from P&B Textiles featuring a main print with a slightly Jacobean flavor. The large flowers are striking on both dark and light backgrounds, creating a very different look with each, and with the red background as well. The packed medium-sized secondary print is loaded with additional color and texture, and the tonal gives the eye a resting place with a subtle but interesting print.





LIMITED EDITION
Floral Balance Quilt Kit


This gorgeous quilt kit designed by Diane Nagle is available in limited quantity.

Finished size: 50"square

Kit includes all fabric to complete top & binding.





Friday, December 26, 2008

Inventory Blowout!

We've busted open our fabric shelves and marked down lots and lots and lots (did I say LOTS!) of premium fabric and patterns.
And to make the pot even juicier, ALL CHRISTMAS & AUTUMN/HALLOWEEN fabrics are 50% off! Get those backing fabrics now!

Saturday, December 20, 2008

She's a Little Bit Country ...

This lovely woman that graced our television sets so many years ago, has taken the quilting world by storm. Now, granted, as cute as she was, we know our eyes were all on Donny :)

Over the past decade we've seen Marie in a whole new way, that of a crafter, designing a collection of stunning dolls. But that's not where it ends. A few years ago she began designing fabric for Quilting Treasures.
This October we had the privilege of meeting with Marie at Quilt Market, where she introduced her new fabrics along with her promotion of her new sewing machine with Janome and her new collection of Advantus quilters storage accessories . What a delight it was to spend a few minutes talking with her. And, yes, she really does quilt! The picture below is a quilt she made just a few days before market.



Marie's newest collection, Blanc et Noir "Fashion," has just arrived at The Quilt Shoppe. Featured in the quilt above made by Marie, this new collection is a sophisticated group with a downtown flair. Geometrics combined with florals in black, white and a pop of fuchsia, this 12-piece collection is perfect for contemporary quilts, totes and accessories. To add a little variety, pair it up with fabrics from the original Blanc et Noir collection.

TQS Exclusive! We've put together charm packs and bundles of this newest collection. Each charm pack includes 36 -5" squares (3 of each pattern in the collection.) Bundles include 12 fat quarters.


The quilt shown below is a free pattern available from Quilting Treasures (it's also the quilt behind Marie in the picture of the two of us.) Click on the quilt below to download the free pattern.

The Marie Osmond Quilt Challenge starts now!! Make a quilt using Marie's fabrics and get a chance to win a prize package including a Janome sewing machine, Quilting Treasures fabrics, Advantus storage accessories and much more!
For full details on how you can participate click on the "Let's Quilt - Marie Osmond" banner!








Tuesday, December 16, 2008

New Patterns from Fig Tree

We've just received a whole bunch of new patterns from Fig Tree Quilts and, Oh! how I wish I had a whole month to make every single one of them. They are all wonderful!

All of these patterns feature Joanna's latest collections:
* Fig & Plum - released a few months ago,
* Gypsy Rose - we've just received the entire collection
* Patisserie - coming in March of 2009

The picture to the left features the newest volume, #10, in the Fresh Vintage series. This booklet features the pattern for the cover quilt, "Fig Parfait," a second pattern for a basket, "A Tisket A Tasket," a recipe, applique tips and much, much more.

Clicking on each of the pictures below will take you directly to that item on our website for more information.


GET A FREE "Fresh Vintage #10": Leave a comment on our blog and on December 31st we'll pick one lucky winner to receive the newest Fresh Vintage!

Here are the latest patterns in the Fig Tree "Threads" collection. Each of these patterns features a quick project.





Six of the latest quilt patterns are shown below. Layer Cake and Jelly Roll Friendly, each of these quilts can be made up in any of her collections. The best part about Joanna's patterns is that there are no templates and no Y-Seams!



We are eagerly anticipating the delivery of the newest pattern booklet from Fig Tree, "The Pastry Shoppe." How can you resist these “Turnover™” Goodies? This booklet contains 6 simple new patterns all using the new MODA Turnover precuts made from her newest fabric collection “Patisserie”. As an extra bonus, the same patterns are also shown on the back cover of the book made in the new 3 Sisters collection, “Aviary”, now there’s a sweet deal for you :-)!
The Quilt Shoppe will be carrying both the Patisserie and Aviary collections, due to arrive in March 2009.
If you would like to reserve your own copy, send an email to reservation@thequiltshoppe.net and put "Pastry Shoppe Booklet" in the subject line. Send us your name and phone number. We'll set one aside for you and call you when it arrives.


To view all our all our Fig Tree Patterns and booklets, visit our Fig Tree Pattern category.
Visit Joanna's Fresh Figs Blog!











Friday, December 12, 2008

LOVE IS IN THE AIR


There is love in the air and a twinkle in your eye. So grab that heart shaped box full of chocolates and get to work. These adorable panels, stripes, dots and swirls will make any quilter's heart skip a beat or two. Luscious pinks, reds and a pop of green keep this Valentine's Day fresh and sweet.





Friday, December 5, 2008

Customer Creations


Aged Elegance
3 Beautiful Quilts for 3 Beautiful Ladies! This picture was submitted by our good friend Chris C. from Australia. Here she is pictured with her quilting friends. From left to right, Dawn, Chris and Rhonda. They all worked on making these gorgeous Aged Elegance quilt tops together. Chris says, "The photo was taken by Janet the fourth member of our Friday quilting group. We have great fun each Friday taking turns to meet in each other's home. A lot of the time is taken up in laughing, talking and EATING. We have been known to get a little quilting in too!! There is nothing like the friendship of Quilters no matter where we are in the world." Thank you, Chris!


Butterfly Fling
This wallhanging was created by Adrienne B. from New York. She made this as a birthday gift using the Moda Butterfly Fling layer cake. Thank you for sharing this with us, Adrienne!


Giggles
This adorable quilt was sent to us by Julie C. from Bogata, Texas. This lovely quilt was made for her brand new niece using fabric from the Giggles Flannel collection from Moda. Thank you, Julie, for sharing and congratulations on your new niece!

Come on fellow quilters! Send us your pictures and we'll post them on our blog and in the gallery on our website.

Friday, November 21, 2008

Pink Friday - It's All About Christmas

Welcome to "Pink Friday" at The Quilt Shoppe.
Our theme today is "Christmas" and the boutiques at MMP have gone all out gathering and creating wonderful treasures and gifts for everyone on your list.

Here at The Quilt Shoppe we've selected several adorable patterns that can be done up quickly or paired with fabrics in your stash for a fellow quilter. There's something for everyone. And don't forget, ALL merchandise in our Holiday Quilt Shoppe is 25% off our already low prices.

So come on over to The Quilt Shoppe and then stop by the boutiques at Make Mine Pink.

URBAN COUTURE from Basic Grey

We've just received bundles, charms, jelly rolls and layer cakes for the new URBAN COUTURE from Basic Grey for Moda. Click on each picture to go to our website for more information and to order.

We have extremely limited quantities, and we will not be receiving more. Grab them while you can!





12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS SHOP HOP WINNERS!

Congratulations to the winners of the Make Mine Pink 12 Days of Christmas Shop Hop!

Lisa Smith from Plainfield, NJ - found at least 10 Christmas Trees
Kathy Reed from August, KS - found at least 15 Christmas Trees
Marilyn Ewing of Fort Morgan, CO - found at least 20 Christmas Trees
Sandy Whalen of New Albany, IN - found at least 25 Christmas Trees
Michelle Mulhoon of Waltham, MA - found at least 30 Christmas Trees
Theresa Callihan of Gilbertsville, KY - found at least 35 Christmas Trees
CATHY OWEN of Lake Stevens, WA - found ALL the Christmas Trees

Thursday, November 6, 2008

The 5th Day of Christmas

On the 5th day of Christmas,
The Quilt Shoppe offered you .....

A FREE Charm Pack* and Spool of Presencia Thread*
on all orders totalling $25 or more (before shipping).

* while supplies last

ON SALE NOW -- All our kits, bundles and Quilting Treasures fabrics are on sale.

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Congratulations to the daily drawing winners at the Make Mine Pink Shop Hop!

Sunday, November 2nd
1. Kimberly Draper - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.2chic4shabby.com/
2. Virginia McNeece - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.angelwingscottage.com/
3. Jo Cecil - winner of a $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://beloved-creations.com/

Monday, November 3rd
1. Nina Chevalier - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.carolinealexander.net/
2. Theresa Callihan - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.cestchouettehome.com/
3. Cheryl Pieper - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.clutterbugstudio.com/

Tuesday, November 4th
1. Lindsay Knitt - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.cottageflair.com/
2. Linda Clark - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.shabbycozycottage.com/
3. Ellen Brock - winner of 10.00 Gift Certificate to http://craftykarrots.com/

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

12 Days of Christmas - Day 3

On the 3rd Day of Christmas, the Quilt Shoppe offered me .....

30% off ALL Fat Quarter Bundles & Patterns.

Click on the tree to go directly to our 12 Days Specials Page.

Congratulations to Monday's Gift Certificate winners:
1. Kimberly Draper - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.2chic4shabby.com
2. Virginia McNeece - winner of $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://www.AngelWingsCottage.com
3. Jo Cecil - winner of a $10.00 Gift Certificate to http://beloved-creations.com

Monday, November 3, 2008

12 Days of Christmas - Day 2

On the 2nd Day of Christmas, The Quilt Shoppe offered me.....
25% all Benartex Fabrics


Have you joined the MMP 12 Days of Christmas Shop Hop?

It's easy to register and it's absolutely FREE!

Visit the participating boutiques, find the tree, and be entered into a drawing for a fabulous prize. BONUS: Throughout the event, each day MMP will randomly draw names for $10 gift certificates to the participating boutiques!

Today's sale items include:



12 Days of Christmas-Day 2 Sale Guidelines: Day 2 sale ends at midnight EST Monday, November 3. Sale limited to stock on hand - no backorders. Discount cannot be combined with any other offer. Orders shipped in the order they are received.

Thursday, October 30, 2008

It's In the Basket


Today is Pink Friday and our new theme is "It's In the Basket." So what's in our "basket of goodies?"
We have flowers, and candy, and fruit and toys!
The following fabric collections are 20% off this weekend. Our Pink Friday sale continues through Sunday night, November 2.


Friday, October 24, 2008

QUILT MARKET - DAY 1

Whew! It's the end of the first day of Quilt Market and I guess we can sum it up in one word -- WOW!

The first day pretty much is spent at Schoolhouse. Basically it's a plethora of mini pitch-your-product vignettes from designers, fabric companies, and other quilt-related businesses. These sessions last from 15 to 30 minutes and then you're literally running to the next one. It's a wonderful opportunity to get a sneak peak at what's coming out, hear from the designers, and get a bunch of freebies.

When Schoolhouse is over, we get a 2 hour break and then its time for Sample Spree. This can be best be described as CRAZY MAYHEM! Everyone lines up, some for hours, and when the door opens everybody runs in, with most heading straight to the Moda corner. Sample Spree is just that: a 2-hour spree with about 100 vendors and the opportunity to actually pre-purchase product not yet released. I opted to stay away from the Moda corner this year, but did grab some wonderful new fabrics that will be coming out next spring.

We were able to capture a few snapshots of up and coming quilt patterns from a few of our favorites. There will be many more to come over the next few days.

This is a close up of the new "Jardin de Roses" block-of-the-month from Verna Mosquera of The Vintage Spool. It features fabrics from her brand new line "Savon Bouquet."
COMMENT: We are planning on offering this as a block-of-the-month program. If you would like to see this available at The Quilt Shoppe, leave us a comment!



Although a little blurry, this is a quilt from Robyn Pandolph's new collection, Sumptious Living. This new collection is beyond description -- it is breathtakingly gorgeous.



We had a wonderful time at Renee Nanneman's schoolhouse featuring her new fabric line, French Farmhouse, already available at The Quilt Shoppe.




These two quilts are featured in a brand new book from Sandy Klop, aka "American Jane."
We'll be back tomorrow with more pictures from the Market floor - quilts, quilts, quilts, booth pictures and pictures with our favorite designers.
Leave us a comment and let us know what you'd like for us to look for while we're here.
Until tomorrow .....