Twin Cities Quilting

New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

The sale is still going on:

While supplies last: 

Vintage Wool 50% off

Halloween fabric 25% off

 

Sale Fabrics now 50% off through the end of the year.

The more I sell the more I can put on sale.

 

I haven't mentioned our classes lately because they all filled so quickly.  But there is still room in the Bag Workshop happening Saturday, November 16th.  This class is for those of you who want to challenge yourselves with your next project.  Maybe you've never used the foam or worked with the zippers by the yard before.  Or, you just want to do a pattern that will take you to the next level of bag making.  Click here to view the details.

The new Charley Harper collection from Birch Fabrics is surprisingly without birds.  This is 'Cats & Raccs'.  I only purchased one cat fabric because all of the others were reprints.  All of the raccoons are new pieces and they are very fun.  Click here to purchase it on the website.  

'You, Me & the Trees' by Colleen Overman is from Clothworks.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.

We have two collections from P&B Textiles.  Click here to purchase them on the website.  This is 'Wild Birds' by Kim Green.  The first picture is the panel.

'Off the Grid':

 

We have new batiks from Hoffman.  Purchase them on the website by clicking here.

See you soon,

Faye

 

New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

Remember the sale.  The more fabric that is purchased at 50% off will mean new bolts get onto the 50% off shelves.

While supplies last: 

Vintage Wool 50% off

Halloween fabric 25% off

 

Sale Fabrics now 50% off through the end of the year.

 

'Baja' from Free Spirit has such great soft colors.  We loved it so much we've put together a kit.  This is 'Myrtle, Stan and Bob'.  It measures 51" x 60".  If you'd like a kit, call us (651 340 8263).  We can hold it for you or ship it.

This is the collection.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

The next two collections feature metallics.   This is 'Rhapsody' from Makower.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.

'Shimmer' by Deborah Edwards is from Northcott.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

Below, 'Ellie' is from Windham Fabrics.  It was too fun to pass up.  Click here to purchase it on the website.  

See you soon,

Faye



 

Kits and New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

We have a few specials starting now:

 

While supplies last: 

Vintage Wool 50% off

Halloween fabric 25% off

 

Sale Fabrics now 50% off through the end of the year.

 

We have four new kits to show you.  You can either come into the store to see it in person or call us and we can ship it out to you.  651-340-8263

We just finished our 'Spectacular Savanna' quilt designed by Elizabeth Hartman.  I absolutely love it!  The kit uses Elizabeth’s fabrics plus many of the new Essex’s colors.  Her sample was so cute I did something I rarely do which is choose fabrics for our kits exactly like the designer’s sample.  Bridget, our sample maker, said that this quilt was really fun to make.  The quilt is sized as a small twin size (64” x 84”), just perfect for those getting their first “big kid” bed.  I also think this is a great quilt for kids of any age.

 

We also made and kitted Elizabeth’s baby quilt ‘Lana Lemur’.  We had to do it once we got in her Lemur fabric that we put on the back. The baby size measures 36’ x 45”.  It is perfect for those moms who want to keep their baby quilt skewed toward grey.

This is the backing fabric we used.  For reference, the lemurs are approximately 2" high.

 

Our last 'Four Square' quilt was so well liked we decided to make another once we received Gingiber’s new ‘Bramble' collection.  Unlike the ‘Merriment’ holiday animals, these creatures can be out all year long.  This time we decided to use the black and white version of the animals.  Who doesn’t like a black and white and red quilt?  We threw in the olivey green because it was just the perfect accent color.  This quilt measures 56” square and makes a great throw for any age.  It is also a quick quilt to make and is perfect for any upcoming holiday gift.

 

'A Gathering' was a pattern I just had to make.  I saw the original at market and loved it.  I made ours with fun modern prints.  We have a starter pack if you wish to make a similar version.  If you feel that making the large wall hanging (49" x 57") is daunting, just make one row as a table runner.  Even the second and third row can be divided into smaller versions.  

I also think this pattern would look stunning partially made in wool with Sue Spargo stitches in her pearl cottons.  Or, even as a more traditional wool appliqué with blanket stitching.  There are endless possibilities here.

 

 

New Arrivals:

 

The new Tula Pink collection is 'Monkey Wrench' from Free Spirit.  I didn't buy much since I have such a hard time selling her fabric.  I had to have a little monkeys and bananas though.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

 

 

'Cool Cats' is from Makower Fabrics.  The cats are very Japanese inspired.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.  The first fabric is a panel.

 

Don't forget to come in and look at the sale fabrics.  More will be put on sale once we sell more and have more room.  See you soon,

 

Faye

New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

This weeks email is short and sweet.

We have a couple of collections from Three Wishes Fabrics.  They are a new company for us.  Click here to purchase them on the website. This is 'Charisma' by Stephanie Ryan:

'Artsy Brights' is digital prints by Etta Vee:

The newest Alison Glass collection is 'Handiwork' from Andover Fabrics.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.

This is 'Forest' from Makower Fabric.  The first picture is the panel.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

See you soon,

Faye


 

New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

Moda's newest collection by Gingiber is 'Bramble'.  We decided to go ahead and make a new 'Four Square' quilt using this collection.  We will show it to you next week.  Click here to purchase the collection on the website.

These are the four panels:

The blenders: (Realize the prints are much smaller than they show here.  This is representative of a 2½" square.)

This time they have included 60" wide double gauze in the collection.  The double gauze is great for receiving blankets and clothing:

 

This is 'Adventure' by Elizabeth Hartman from Robert Kaufman Fabrics.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here. 

'By the Seaside' by Aan Zee is from Cotton & Steel.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

See you soon,

Faye

 

Kits and New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

We have new kits!

Imaginary Garden is a great quilt for any young woman or even me.  These are such cute prints from the Art Gallery Fabric collection 'Dew & Moss'.  I love the colors-red/orange and a variety of greens.  It's a perfect introduction to fall.  It measures 57" x 63".

This is such a cute panel from Sandy Gervais that I had to do something with it.  A table runner seemed like the perfect project and pattern.  'Fa La La' measures 17" x 59".

We needed new baby/kids quilts at the shop.  This is the first one to be completed.  It is so easy to make!  So easy that you will have no problem finishing it for the holiday.  'Lola' measures 40" x 53".

And don't forget, there are still some class spots available.  Click here to sign up.

New Arrivals:

This fun new fabric is from Moda.  'Road Trip' is canvas so the kids can lay it on the floor and play with matchbox cars.  You can choose to quilt it if you like.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.  

This is 'Flourish' - new digital fabrics from RJR Fabrics. The first picture is the panel.  The pictures are a little deceiving.  The print on the blender is smaller than shown.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

From Figo Fabrics, we have 'Desert Wilderness' by Boccaccini Meadows.  These are such pretty colors for fall.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.

'Step By Step' by Keiko Goke is from Free Spirit.  She is a Japanese designer and this is her second collection.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

Come on in.  We'd love to see you and say hi.  Right now I need to clear the shelves for more new fabrics.  Just yesterday 40 new bolts came in.  Now's the time to buy when everything is brand new!  See you soon,

Faye

New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

The classes are filling up.  

We've had two cancellations in our beginning quilt making class that starts September 17th.  If you previously looked but it was full, it's now open.  Click here to sign up.

Quilt as You Go, Walk and Beginning Free Motion Quilting are all full.  But feel free to call us and put yourself on the wait list (651 340 8263).  You never know what could happen.

Our bag and clothing classes still have room at this point.

New Arrivals:

Our vendor has expanded their cork selection and we have four great new colors for a total of sixteen.  And, I have to say, we have the best cork out there.  Soft, luxurious, with great depth.

We have a lot of fabrics right now that work for either adults or kids. These two collections are from Michael Miller Fabrics.  This is 'Curiosity' and it has great fall colors.  Click here to purchase both collections on the website.

'Little Sewist' brings together young girls with a sewing theme.  The colors are rich and the prints are great for any young girl.  Like the panel above, both are designed to be great for pillow cases or to use as rows in a quilt.  Here, the middle solid works great to cut up and use as a background:

From Windham, we have 'Ohh La La', a cute and quirky French themed collection.  Nothing like a cat in a beret and French poodles!  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.

The next two collections are from Art Gallery.  This is 'Selva'.  All of the animals in these prints are very uniquely drawn.  Click here to purchase both collections on the website. 

I bought these two prints because I just loved the colors and the floral print.  The printed texture reminds me of needle point and adds a lot of depth.  'Nuncia' is by Pat Bravo:

See you soon,

Faye

 

 

New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

Our classes are filling quickly.  We have an exceptional offering this fall.  Click here if you wish to look at the list.  Click the class title to learn more about the individual classes.

We have another colorful solid-like collection from Andover.  This is 'Spectrastatic' by Guicy Guice.  It is preceding his new collection by a month.  These blenders are WOW!  Many of them almost seem neon.  Believe me when I tell you that they will make a great addition to any project for pop.  Plus they look awesome with his collection coming next month.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

A huge shipment from Stof hit the shop last week.  Click here to purchase all the collections on the website.

This is our third shipment of Stof knits.  All are 60" WOF.  I love their knits.  The base cloth is exceptional.

 

These two fabrics, along with a few prints in the shop are from 'Avalana Sweat'.  The back of this knit fabric is brushed to make it feel like flannel.  Very nice for a little added coziness and warmth during the winter months.

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The Stof quilting cottons are from the following collections.  They are basic blenders good for any quilt.

'Dawn':

'Blooming Garden':  

'Colourflow':

'Petits' Motif':

 

I don't generally buy from Marcus Fabrics.   I liked these blenders because they match most fabrics so easily.  'Scrap Heap' cuts up great and adds some texture to your next project.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.

We have more 'Bali Chops' from Hoffman.  The small dots are a great basis for any batik project.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

There you have it.  Lots of blenders this time. See you soon,

Faye

 

Classes and New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

We finally have the classes posted on our website.  That's why this email is a little late this week.  Click here to go to the class page.  If something interests you, click through to view the class page on the website.  Sign up on this page or give us a call at 651.340.8263.  Some of these classes fill so quickly.

New Arrivals:

I love this new collection from RJR Fabrics.  This is 'Wild Acres' by Minnesota's own Victoria Findlay Wolfe.  Purchase it on the website by clicking here.

This is 'Meridian' from PB Textiles.   The ombres are beautiful and the large circles have great bright colors.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

These digital fabrics are from Hoffman and they are selling out fast!  All of the bolts except these three are sold out.  They are not available online.

'Dew and Moss' by Alexandra Bordallo is from Art Gallery.  I love this collection.  So cute!  I'm hoping to have a quilt sample soon.  It's all about picking the right pattern!  Click here to purchase it on the website.

We special ordered bundles of Christmas wool.  Great textures and colors for your holiday wool projects!  There aren't many and you can only purchase these over the phone or in person.  651.340.8263

We have so many new things in the store.  We post them here as soon as we can but lately it is taking two to three weeks before they hit the emails and blog post.  Stop by to see these fabrics and others in person.

Faye

 

 

New Arrivals

Hi Everyone, 

We are winding down the Shop Hop this week.  Thanks to those of you who took part.  It was a great year.  We still have a few things left.  Mainly, the panels with 8"x16" images and our patterns.

We hope to have the class list ready soon.  Watch your emails! 

Our new arrivals are all about the kids.  There are two collections from Michael Miller. 'Lola Dutch' is based on the Lola Dutch books.  The first picture is a border print. Click here to purchase both collections on the website. 

This is 'You Turn Me On'.  There is maybe one yard of the robot left on the shelf.  It is so cute!

We also have a few collections from Robert Kaufman.   Purchase the collections on the website by clicking here. The first two fabrics are 'Let's Go' and the third is from 'Science Fair'.

'Octopus Garden' came in last week.  We only have a couple of panels left and limited yardage:

'Dreaming of Snow' by Rebecca Jones is from Clothworks Fabrics.  The panel measures appox. 21"x20".  Click here to purchase it on the website.

From Windham, we have 'Cubby Bears' in flannel.  They were just too cute to pass up.  Click here to purchase it on the website.

See you soon,

Faye