Fall inspiration

We are writing this on Weds which hopefully is our last super hot day of the year.  We are ready for cooler weather.....not snowy cold.....just crisp mornings, beautiful fall foliage, hot chocolate and lots of stitching time.

The first project we want to share should help get you in the fall mood.  "Harvest Blessings" by Norma Whaley is a combination of piecing and wool applique.  The photo below shows an unfinished (we need to add berries on the branch along the bottom) and unquilted quilt.  Your $68.95 kit includes the pattern, an assortment of shirting type prints for piecing, brown homespun for the baskets and border, wool for applique, inner border and binding.  The quilt finishes 38" x 38".

If you'd prefer to use your own materials, the pattern is available separately for $12.50.

We can't have enough pin cushions.  They're great as decorative items, great as gifts and great when used to for their intended purpose as a pincushion.  Our "In the Pumpkin Patch" pincushion is quick and easy to put together.  Your $9.95 kit includes the pattern, background wool, wool for applique, border fabric and backing cotton.  It's been a while since we made our sample, so the wool and border fabric will vary slightly from the photo.

We have one pattern left of this beautiful quilt designed by Buttermilk Basin.  We had kits last year but sold out and have no plans to rekit it.  Pattern is $27.95.

Another fun fall themed quilt is Candy Corn by Cheri Payne.  Since Cheri passed away, the pattern is out of print so when we sell the remaining stock, we will not be able to get more.  Your $36.95 kit includes the pattern, fabrics for the quilt, wool for applique and binding.  The quilt is paper pieced; however, it wouldn't be difficult to modify the pattern and make it using "regular" piecing techniques.

This week for our "when it's gone, it's gone" section, we have one "Bed of Roses" kit left.  Your $110.95 kit includes the pattern, fabrics for the top, borders and binding.  It finishes 74" x 85". We will continue to offer patterns and once we find the perfect fabrics will likely remake this in another colorway.  Patterns are $9.

The fall craft fair season is right around the corner.  Since the venue at the Embassy Suites in Rogers closed we won't have a booth; however, the shop will be open extended days during craft fair season.  Mark your calendars -- we will be open Thurs - Saturday, Oct 17, 18 & 19, 9:00-3:00. We'd also like to share info about the Joplin Area Town & Country Biennial 21st Quilt Show.  The show will be held at the Joplin Memorial Hall, 212 W 8th Street, Oct 5 & 6, 10:00-5:00.  For more info visit  http://www.townandcountryquilters.com/.  Unfortunately, Kay will be out of town so we won't have a booth but hope you will make plans to visit the show.

See you soon.

Darlene and Debby

We are crazy about toweling from Moda

We ended our vending year with a very nice show in Pryor.  Kay came back with tons of photos of beautiful quilts which inspired us all.  Below are photos of the booth.  If you spy something you'd like more info about, please send us an email (info@sewgracefulquilting.com).

Many people at the show were interested in the toweling Debby used to make the "Nature's Grace" runner.  Since so many were interested, we thought we would share info about the toweling we carry.  It's all from Moda fabrics, 100% cotton and 16" wide.  We recommend washing it before using. All our toweling is $7.95 per yard.  You may order by visiting our website https://www.sewgracefulquilting.com/index.html, emailing info@sewgracefulquilting.com or calling 479-372-7403. The first photo shows Nature's Grace - kits are $29.95.  Subsequent photos show the toweling options.

The newest Simply Vintage magazine arrived and it's packed with 20 projects ranging from pieced to embroidery to wool and cotton applique.....there's even a needle punch project included.  The fall issue normally sells quickly so don't wait to reserve your copy.  $17.99 The regular issue of Quiltmania and Simply Moderne magazines are on the way.  If you'd like to preorder them, please let us know.

We are super excited to watch Sharon's progress on our newest block of the month, Manor House.  This program will begin early 2020 but we just can't keep it secret any longer.  We haven't worked out the pricing yet but are taking reservations for this stunning quilt. Our quilt will use the same background fabric and will have the same feel as Dawn's; however, we will be using our own hand dyed wool in the project.  The quilt finishes 60" x 75". If you would like to reserve a spot, please e-mail info@sewgracefulquilting.com or call 479-372-7403.

This week for our "when it's gone, it's gone" section, we have one opening left in our block of the month, The Ark.  The quilt is a combination of cotton and wool with embroidery. We have added buttons which will be included with your block of the month. The quilt finishes 34" x 41". The block of the month runs for 10 months. Each month you'll receive fabric and wool to make a block. During the 10th month you'll receive fabrics for the sashing, borders, binding and buttons. Cost is $12.95 per month plus shipping. The pattern must be purchased the first month for $22.50. We also have an optional thread kit containing Valdani perle cotton size 12 for an additional charge per month. If you'd prefer to save shipping costs, we're happy to send the entire quilt kit all at once.

The fall craft fair season is right around the corner.  Since the venue at the Embassy Suites in Rogers closed we won't have a booth; however, the shop will be open extended days during craft fair season.  Mark your calendars -- we will be open Thurs - Saturday, Oct 17, 18 & 19, 9:00-3:00. We'd also like to share info about the Joplin Area Town & Country Biennial 21st Quilt Show.  The show will be held at the Joplin Memorial Hall, 212 W 8th Street, Oct 5 & 6, 10:00-5:00.  For more info visit  http://www.townandcountryquilters.com/.  Unfortunately, Kay will be out of town so we won't have a booth but hope you will make plans to visit the show.

See you soon. Darlene and Debby

A quick Halloween quilt

By the time you read this Kay will be on her way to Pryor OK for our last show of the season (unless someone contacts us with a last minute request).   The show is Friday & Saturday, Sep 20 & 21 at the OSU Extension Center, 2200 NE 1st, Pryor OK, 9:00-4:00 both days.  For more info visit http://www.pryorpatchers.com/ We are working on our teaching and vending schedule for 2020.  If your guild or quilt group would like us to visit and present a workshop and/or trunk show please email info@sewgracefulquilting.com.  Also, we absolutely love to vend at quilt events so let us know if we are invited to your event.  This week we want to share a quick, easy and inexpensive way to decorate for Halloween.  Several years ago, Meg of Crabapple Hill designed an adorable embroidered Halloween quilt.  Since many don't have the time or patience for all the embroidery the quilt entailed, she is offering parts of the pattern as a panel.  Your $19.95 "Salem Quilt Show" kit includes the pattern, panel, border fabrics and binding.  The quilt finishes 33" x 51" so is the perfect size to hang on a door. If you'd prefer to use your own fabrics, we have the panel available for $8.  Since today is supposed to be a tad bit cooler......89 versus 92 degrees......we want to shift gears and share snow.  The first is a cute table topper or small wall hanging featuring snowman fabrics by Primitive Gatherings.  Your $17.95 "Snow Frolic" kit includes the pattern, fabrics for the top, borders and binding.  Finishes 21 1/2" x 25". The Wooly Row by Row program starts Oct 1 so we are taking pre-orders for patterns and kits for our project.  Each year the wooly ladies choose a topic; this year's theme is Holiday Celebrations.  Since it seems like the middle of summer with all the heat and humidity we've had the past couple of months, our thoughts turned to snow as we brainstormed design options......we hope you like our "Celebrating Snow" design. For more info about the Wooly Row by Row visit https://rowbyrowexperience.com/wooly-block-2/.  Meanwhile, if you'd like to make your own Celebrating Snow 8" mini quilt, you may preorder the pattern and kit on our website.  We can't ship until October 1 but are happy to reserve a kit for you. Kits include the pattern, wool and cotton backing fabric.  $19.95  If you'd prefer to use your own supplies, the pattern is available for $5. This week for our "when it's gone, it's gone" section, we have some quirky and funny patterns available.....think gifts for friends with a sense of humor.  Each is $5.

We are working hard to get some more projects and blocks of the month done for next year.  If you have a favorite designer, we'd love to hear about them.  We are always looking for new talent. See you soon. Darlene and Debby

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The 3rd in Deb's series of seasonal table runners

We hope the newsletter this week finds you in the mood for fall decorating because we have a couple of table runners that will look great on any table and a quilt that would complement any fall decor.  The first table runner, Be Thankful, was designed by Debby and is the third in her series of seasonal table toppers.  The first was Spring's Promise and the second was Shooting Star. Be Thankful features Kansas Troubles' "On Meadowlark Pond" mini charms and wool applique.  Your $17.95 kit includes the pattern, all the fabric to make the top, wool for applique and binding.  It finishes 10 1/2" x 28".  If you'd prefer to use your own supplies, the pattern is available for $9. The second table runner, Thomas the Turkey, features one of the prettiest turkeys we have ever seen on a runner.  We think we did a fabulous job choosing just the right wool to make him come alive. The background is from Moda's Cottonworks line - fabric that feels like wool but is cotton.  Your $26.95 kit includes the pattern (which is now out of print), background cotton, wool for applique, buttons for eyes and backing fabric.  It finishes 9" x 22".  The pattern is not available for purchase separately. If you're like us, just looking at "Humble Hands" gets us in the mood for fall and cooler weather.  We love the rich autumn tones we chose for the quilt.  Your $99.95 kit includes Quiltmania magazine #115, fabrics for the top, borders and binding.  The quilt finishes 58" x 70". Let us know if we can help you choose the perfect back for your quilt. We have a few extra copies of Blackbird Designs' "Simply Vintage" book which is now out of print.  If you need this title to add to your Blackbird library, now is the time to get it.  We checked Amazon pricing and were shocked to see the title offered for $199.99......we are selling ours for the cover price of $29.95. If you would like to reserve a copy, please e-mail info@sewgracefulquilting.com ASAP.  First come, first served -- limit one copy per person.  If you haven't ordered from us in the past, go ahead and send an e-mail.  We will need to speak with you to get shipping and payment info so please include your phone number. Kay will soon be packing for our last vending event of 2019:  the Pryor Patchers Guild show on Sep 20 & 21.  If you'd like her to bring something special for you, please e-mail your request NLT Sep 17.  The show will be held at the OSU Extension Center, 2200 NE 1st, Pryor OK, 9:00-4:00 both days.  For more info visit http://www.pryorpatchers.com/ Sometimes we have to make some very difficult decisions......the Arkansas Village Quilt Show is also on Sep 20 & 21.  Unfortunately with our little staff of 3, we can't be two places at once so will not be able to attend the show in Benton.....but hopefully we will be able to make it next time.  If you'll be in the Benton AR area, why not make plans to visit the show at the Benton Event Center.  For more info, visit http://arvillagequiltshow.com/ This week for our "when it's gone, it's gone" section, we have a great book to add to your reference library.  "Mastering Machine Applique, 2nd Edition" by Harriet Hargrave contains information about invisible machine applique, satin, blanket stitch and more.  It is hardback and spiral bound which allows it to lay flat.  144 pages $29.95

See you soon. Darlene and Debby

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