Photos from Pittsburg KS show

Kay had a great time at the quilt show in Pittsburg last week.  If you stopped by the booth you may have been somewhat surprised by the "cash box" she was using.  We received this text from her:  "Well I goofed big time....I got about 6 miles from Pitt and realized I forgot the money bag.  After my initial panic subsided I decided I'd just run to Walmart and buy something and get $100 cash.  I got my 5 - $20 bills and was able to get change for two of them at the service desk.  Knowing I needed more change, I bought 2 avocados and a nectarine -- running one through the register at a time.  The next morning I got out the cash box which contains the change and quickly realized I couldn't open it because the key is on the money bag which is at the shop........so I improvised." Below are a few photos from the quilt show.  We thought you'd enjoy seeing the before and after photos.  If you spot something you'd like more info about, send us an e-mail (info@sewgracefulquilting.com).  Our newest quilt uses Primitive Gatherings' Farmhouse Flannels line.  If computer screens would allow touch sensation, you would quickly realize this quilt is as soft as a box of cotton balls.  It's super quick and easy to make.  Your $49.95 kit includes the fabric for the top and binding.  We used a pretty Diamond Textile homespun on the back of ours and would be happy to help you choose a backing fabric.  Finishes 57" x 66 1/2" Sometimes we forget to tell you about projects we complete.  Our "At Home" quilt is an example of our forgetfulness.  This is a great quilt for someone who enjoys a little hand stitching, easy applique and super easy piecing.  The quilt contains quotes such as "She looks well to the ways of her household" and "Blessed are those who dwell in your house".  Our friend Jane H made our sample and used the machine blanket stitch method of applique. Your $56.95 kit includes the pattern, fabrics for the top and binding.  The pattern is out of print and no longer available without purchase of the kit.  At the show someone asked about Karen K Buckley curved scissors which prompted us to place an order for a few pair.  Karen says "The benefit of a curved tip is that it allows you to clip close to your fabric without cutting into your quilt top.  These scissors are fabulous for clipping threads for machine quilting, machine applique and machine embroidery.  They have a serrated blade, a very comfortable handle, just like all of our other scissors and a right or left hander can use them with ease." Scissors measure 3 3/4".  $23.50 - let us know if we can reserve a pair for you While we were on the website, we noticed Karen has recently released a new multipurpose pair of scissors.  She says this "This is my second pair of straight blade scissors.  After the 5" orange handle multipurpose scissors hit the market I had lots of requests for this type of scissors but with a longer blade.  So, here they are.  They are great for cutting templates (freezer paper, Templar), fabric and fabric with fusible stabilizers.  The blades are stainless steel.  The handles have the same soft, ergonomic grip as our other Perfect Scissors™.  They cut sharp to the point and come with a plastic protective cover.  Great for both right and left hand cutting." Scissor measure 7 1/2" $29.50 - let us know if we can reserve a pair for you This week for our "when it's gone, it's gone" section, we have one of our favorite books jam packed with fall inspiration.  "All for Fall" by Bonnie Sullivan contains projects for lap quilts, table runners, quilts, framed pieces and bags.  80 pages $26.99

We will be back next week with details of several new kits.  We are writing this at home and don't have all the pricing and size details so will wait to share next week. See you soon. Darlene and Debby