Wednesday, April 22, 2020

A pretty organizing tool

We hope our newsletter this week finds you doing well and making the most of this period of isolation.  We know many people are taking advantage of the opportunity to reorganize their sewing room.  The first item we want to share this week may help you in that endeavor.

Yazzii bags are not only practical but are very well made.  The petite organizer is 5" x 6.6" x 2.6" when closed so is the perfect size to carry on its own or tuck in a larger stitching bag.  It has six zippered compartments with see-through panels.  It's ideal for storing stitching supplies but also can be used for toiletries, medication, cosmetics and jewelry. We have teal, navy, red, purple and green in stock and may be able to order fuschia or black if you'd like (our distributor has only a few fuschia, green and black in stock).  $29.95 each
Debby recently finished the sweetest spring pillow.  If you aren't a "pillow on the couch" type of person, you could add a nice ribbon hanger and make an adorable hanger for a door knob.  Your $27.95 kit for "Let Your Heart Sing" includes the pattern, preprinted bird panel, fabric and wool to make the pillow, buttons and lace edging.  Finishes 12" x 13". 
If you're a big fan of intricate piecing and applique, you probably heard the news that Di Ford passed away after a battle with cancer.  We have been admirers of her work for many years.  With her passing, her books will become more and more difficult to find.  We are able to still get copies of her first book with Quiltmania, Primarily Quilts.  It contains 16 projects beautifully illustrated and photographed.  $49.95

We will put together an order for her book early next week, so please let us know soon if you'd like to reserve a copy.  Please e-mail info@sewgracefulquilting.com and we'll reserve a copy for you.
This week we have more beautiful creations to share.  If you don't see your quilt in the newsletter this week, don't worry.....we will share it in a future newsletter.

Patty Nelson shared a darling pinwheel baby quilt.  It is a free pattern from Moda.  She said the lighting makes some of the quilt look beige, but it is a white background.  We especially like the 3D triangles around the center of the quilt.

We'll be sharing more of Patty's work in future newsletters.
 
Pam Mobley has been very busy.  We have several of her finishes to share.  This week we are sharing "Honey Hill Farm".  This was designed by Dawn Heese and published in the Summer 2018 issue of Primitive Quilts and Projects magazine.   We helped Pam select fabric and wool for the project and would be happy to do the same for you.
Donna Koster is working on a stunning quilt in shades of blue and brown.  We can't wait to see the finished quilt. 
Carol Schwartz recently finished a beautiful American flag wall hanging using a pattern by Shabby Fabric.  She said she was able to use up some of her red and beige fabric. 
The words on Vicki Lemme's quilt ring true for us during this somewhat stressful and confusing time in our history.  We love how she combined shades of butter yellow and taupe with navy to create a beautiful quilt. 
Kay has several projects in various stages of completion.  She asked us to share a couple blocks from her "Warm Wishes" quilt.  We will have kits available as soon as she finishes the sample.  If you'd like to reserve a kit, please e-mail info@sewgracefulquilting.com.
Please keep sending photos of your projects - they can be works in progress or finished items.  We love sharing and inspiring others and judging by the feedback we have received, you enjoy seeing what others are doing.

We are still available to meet you at the shop if you need some supplies or to drop off (or pick up a quilt).  Please call or text Darlene at 479-372-7403.

Darlene and Debby

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