Twin Cities Quilting

New Kits

Hi Everyone,

First off, let's talk shop hops.  Thursday, May 3rd - Saturday, May 5th is the Twin Cities Shop Hop.  Tool demos, TC Treat give aways and pillow pattern give aways are at every shop.

 

We are now taking reservations for the Quilt Minnesota Shop Hop buses.  You can register for any bus at our store or on our website.  Click here for more information.

 

We have three new kits to tell you about.  All are available as kits.  If you can't get to the store, give us a call and we will gladly mail you the kit.  651-340-8263.

We had fun with Moda's 'Catnip' collection to bring you these first two.  This is 'Cat & Mouse'.  It's 62 x 76.

We used soft colors in this child's throw.  'Cat Happy' is  51 x 60.

I'm in love with the colors of Batik Textiles 'Simply Primitive' collection. 'Six Stack' makes a great throw for any more traditional living area.  It measures 56 x 64.

Stop in and see them hanging in the shop.

Faye

New Kits

Hi Everyone,

One of our customers, Eve, made the 'Shearwater Kaftan' pattern using one of our double gauze fabrics.  She was kind enough to share her experience with us.  Isn't it stunning?

"Hi! I wanted to share with you the top I made from the pattern, 'Sherewater Kaftan' that I purchased last week at TCQ and the Japanese double gauze. This was my first gauze project. The double gauze is lovely to work with-it makes easing a breeze, but a walking foot is essential. The pattern specified 2 yards but I bought 2.5 to allow for matching. Also note that the top I made was 28” finished length from shoulder to hem, the 2.5 yards of fabric I purchased, would allow you to make the length up to 39”, which is dress or long tunic length. I think I was able to use the unusual pattern of the fabric in an effective way. I love it so much I want to make it again, maybe longer. Thanks for the encouragement and great choice of beautiful fabrics. Cheers! Eve"

New Kits:

We finally have some of our new kits to show you.  Come on in and see them in person or call us if you'd like one set aside for the next time you're in town.  We can also easily ship to anywhere in the USA.  651.340.8263

This is 'Drift'.  We kitted it with regular and dotted grunge fabric.  It's quite the show stopper.  A real 'WOW' quilt.  The size is 60 X 75. 

This is 'BQ5', another version of the popular Maple Island patterns.  We used a new Monaluna fabric collection.  It is 54 X 67.

'Point of View' makes great use of Ann Marie Horner's fabric from Free Spirit.  The depth in this quilt is amazing!  It is 60 x 72.  

'Roll With It" uses the beautiful digital panel by Kari Carr.  The backgrounds are all grunge fabrics.  What great fall colors!  It's 50 x 60.

This is 'U Turn'.  It's another fun and colorful quilt for kids or cat lovers.  It uses the Cotton & Steel holiday fabrics but the quilt can easily be used all winter long.  It's 50 x 68.

And finally we have 'Charley' using the new Charley Harper collection.  This would be the perfect quilt for anyone who loves his art or just loves a good bird fabric.  The size is 54 x 65.

The quilts are on the walls in the shop.  Come in and see them for yourself.

Faye

 

 

Shop Hop Kits

Hi Everyone,

First off.  Just a quick aside.  Our preliminary class schedule is up on the website.  Sign up online if you are interested in any of the classes.  Click here.  The only changes that may be made are the addition of more classes.

The Shop Hop quilts are ready for you to see!  We are very excited about this year's offerings. We have three lap sized quilts and two table runners.  Click here to view larger images and purchase via the website.

'Cabin View' uses the two Quilt MN panels prints.  We also used one of the bird prints and a few others.  The blues and greens give it a nice summer feel.  It measures 55" X 74".

'Lake Shore Drive' uses a fall pallet.  Here we've used the 8" square panel prints and added some modern blocks of our own.  The multi-color leaf border sets it off nicely.  It measures 72 X 85 and is a throw or twin size quilt depending on who is cuddled up under it.

We have so many men who fish in our lives!  In Minnesota it is just as popular as quilting.  'Fisherman's Favorite' is for those men in our lives.  This quilt uses two colors of the fish fabric and some turtles are thrown in for good measure.  The palette colors are great for any guy: dark brown, grey, rusts and greens.  It measures 59 X 73.

And now for the table runners.  

'For the Birds' is a fun design.  It uses small pieces of many of the Quilt MN fabrics. Flip those birds around in any direction you choose.  It's size is 19 X 57.

'Near the Creek' can be used as a wall hanging or table runner.  It's great for those small wall spaces where you'd like to decorate.  Or, flip some of the rectangles around and you have a great table runner for any larger table.  It measures 25 X 71.

You can order these kits on the website by clicking here, but please try to stop by and see them in person.  There is so much detail in the piecing that doesn't show well in these pictures.  

 

There is a lot going on these days!  Stop in and see us soon.

Faye

 

 

 

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New Kits

Hi Everyone,

We have been very busy putting kits together for the Shop Hop and I wanted to give you a sneak peak. So if you want to beat the shop hop crowds, stop by or give us a call- 651.340.8263.

For all you farm girls we have "Farmland". These Alexander Henry fabrics steal the show.  This quilt is lap size and comes in two colorways - orange or pink.

At the Shop Hop, we will be showcasing the Lazy Angle Ruler.  The next three quilts use this ruler.  "Dazzle" is all about the colors!  It is a small throw.

'Morning Song' is peaceful and beautiful.  It's one of those quilts where the blocks make so many different shapes.  This quilt is the perfect queen size quilt.  Get two throw kits to make it bigger.

Our last Lazy Angle quilt is from Jaybird Quilts. 'Unwind'.  This is a large throw made with 2½" strips.

We used one of Carolyn Freidlander's new panels to make this table runner, 'Origins'.

For the large panels in Moda's collection, 'Merrily', we have been busy making spectacular projects.  There are four animals in each panel - a penguin, deer, moose, and polar bear.  Each kit comes with all four animals.  If you want both kits we can remove one of the panels and discount one of the kits by $12.00.  

First up is 'Ornamental'.  This is a wall hanging measuring approximately 36" x 38".

'Winter Chimes' puts three of the four animals in a panel to use.  This is a large throw.

All the kits are available now, but they may not be after the shop hop.

Stop in to look as soon as you can if you're interested.

Faye

 

Kits and New Arrivals

Hi Everyone,

We have some great new kits that we are very excited about.  This is 'Bird Love'.  The back is so fun we had to show it.  The pattern and panel for the back is included in the instructions.  Final size is 40" x 48".

Just in time for Spring, we have 'Bloom'.  The colors in this quilt are so calming and beautiful.  And the blocks are very fun to make.  Final size is 54" x 70".

We have two new table runners/wall hangings.  This is 'Here... Kitty, Kitty'  Leave it to the Japanese to design such fun cats.  These kits are very limited.  Final size is 16" x 45"

And this is 'Poppy'.  It great for over a bed or sofa.  Final size is 27" x 77".

New Arrivals:

We have some new critters and blenders from Dear Stella.  I love the scalloped dots.  The soft colors would be sweet for a baby quilt.  See them here on the website.

We got in some great chicken fabrics.  They're from both Michael Miller and Alexander Henry.   Click here to see them on the website.

This is 'Sketch Book' from Andover.  Nothing like birds on a wire!  See it here on the website.

We've had a lot of new fabric coming in the door.  Stop in and browse.

Faye

MN Shop Hop Kits

Hi Everyone,

I spent the forth of July in my hometown, Portland Oregon, having a "mini" family reunion.  My three brothers and I got together with all of the kids- that would be my nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.  There were 18 of us with my nieces and nephews ranging in age from 38 to 8 years old.  It was something we hadn't done before so it was really special.  If you don't know what it's like to be the only girl growing up in a family of boys than you just haven't lived.

 

Our Shop Hop kits are now available for purchase. Click here or on any photo to purchase a kit.  We've made it possible for you to now purchase a kit online and pick it up in the store.  If you want the kit shipped you will now have to add the shipping separately to your cart.  All kits will be ready to pick up or ship during the shop hop.  No kits will be able to leave the shop earlier than that.  Them the rules.

     

We hope you like our options.  We work hard to do something for everyone.  See you at the hop - or sooner!

Faye

 

New Kits!

Hi Everyone,

Just a reminder about the bus for the MN Shop Hop.  $30.00 of Aurifil thread is your gift when you take the bus for $39.95.

 

Kits:

Robert Kaufman has done it again with great winter panel scenes.  I developed a pattern, Winter Wonder II, and kitted it in all three colorways.  It measures 50" x 64" and sells for $64.99. Our sample is in the tan/teal colorway.  The other colorways are shown below.  Click here to order on the website.

All kits contain a medium and dark value fabric for the frames.  Next in the pictures is the background color followed by the border print.  The first colorway below is in grey.  As above, we've used grunge for the background.

And this is the indigo colorway.  The background fabric is Quilters Linen (100% cotton) platinum which is a whisper of a blue/grey tint.  The medium blue frame fabric comes directly from the collection with the trees.  We also used a Quilters Linen, Teal (a bit deceiving) for the dark framing fabric.  You can order any of these kits over the phone (651-340-8263), or on the website.  And of course, we'd love to see you in person.

We have a new baby quilt kit done in a flannel and cotton mix.  Lions and Tigers and Bears... and Bunnies is the perfect size for any infant, 40" x 45", and it sells for $52.99.  Click here to purchase the kit on the website.

We are having a great time visiting with travelers picking up Row x Row kits.  We've already had to order more bolts of fabric.  They arrived yesterday so all colorways are back in stock.  Our Market Reveal party was great fun.  Thanks to all of you who were able come.  We can still take Charley Harper fabric pre-orders.  All of the other fabric pre-orders are no longer available as pre-orders.  

We are now busy creating great projects for the Minnesota Shop Hop using this year's fun fabrics.  We will email pics of those kits once we have everything completed and photographed.  I'm hoping that's next week!  See you soon,

Faye

 

 

 

Market Reveal. New Arrivals

Hi Everyone, 

The Market Reveal Party is coming up soon!  We've scheduled it for Tuesday, June 21st from 6:30-9pm.  I'll have a powerpoint presentation showing you new fabrics for the coming months.  There will also be many door prizes!  We'll be taking orders for a few upcoming collections as well.  We will also be giving a 20% discount on our red dot bolts during the party.

We have a new kit using the black & white digital skyline fabric from Hoffman Fabrics.  The pattern is "Piece of Sky" by Madison Cottage  The quilt measures 64"x72" and retails for $85.99.  Give us a call if you'd like to reserve a kit with payment.  651-340-8263

New Arrivals

We have new fabric from Timeless Treasure.  Cute little critters for the wee ones in your life. Click here to see it on the website.

We've added to our stock of 'Patina Handpaints" by Robert Kaufman. They haven't made these for years.  I remember getting a little of all of them when I worked for the now closed Colorful Quilts and Textiles.  They have some beautiful new colorways.  Click here to see all of them on the website.

We ordered a few bolts for cat lovers and bird lovers alike from Art Gallery's "Tapestry" collection.  Click here purchase on the website.

Join us for the Market Reveal Party on the 21st!  See you soon,

Faye

 

Holiday Hoopla

Hi Everyone,

The Holidays are quickly approaching and we want all of you to know how thankful we are for your friendship and business.  We love seeing you and helping you with your creative endeavors.  It's great to see the unique fabric projects you all delve into.  We hope you have a great holiday and we wish you all the best for the coming year.  Here's what we are doing to celebrate the holidays with you.  Enjoy special discounts, a great make and take, and double loyalty points days!

 

Our holiday kits and fabrics are 20% off (precuts are on sale and ½ yd minimums apply).  Come see our festive kits while supplies last:

We are also having a Fabric Star Make & Take December 18th and 19th from noon - 4pm.  Bring in your fabric scissors, purchase a kit for  $7.99 and leave with a fabric star for gift giving or to add to your holiday decor.  You will receive a free pattern so you can make more of these great stars:

 

 

We are having two chances for double your purchase points toward our loyalty program.  For any purchase over $50.00 we will give you a free 50 points on your loyalty card.  Remember, if you reach our threshold by the end of the year you'll receive 10% back between January 2nd and February 28, 2016.  The Double Point Days are December 10th-12th and Dec. 29th & 30th.

 

And, drumroll please, here is a sneak peak at our 2016 Block of the Month.  I think this is one of our best!  We'll have the details on the website and in an email soon.

2016's Block of the Month will be offered in three colorways and a choice of throw or queen size.  

Thank you again for all of your support this year.  All of us at Twin Cities Quilting appreciate your business and wish you the best for the coming year.

Faye

News, New Arrivals, New Quilts

We've planned our 5 Year Anniversary Celebration!  

Our Sale will be Tuesday, October 20th - Saturday, October 24th

Save 20% on Fabric off the Bolt*, Patterns, Books, and Fusible Batting

Celebrate with Us!!

Tuesday, October 20th

4pm - 8pm

It's a Party!

We'll have Snacks and Show & Tell

Bring a quilt you've made with primarily Twin Cities Quilting fabric purchased within the last 2 years for Show & Tell, let us take a picture of you with the quilt for our new bulletin board of inspiration, and receive a coupon for an additional 5% off your sale purchases that evening!

(Block of the Month quilts, Challenge quilts, Row x Row quilts, quilts of primarily Solid Fabric and Class quilts are not included)

*½ yd minimum cut- even of sale fabric!.  Red dot bolts only

    

New Arrivals

From Windham we have Story.  I love this collection so much I've created a pattern and kit.  We've already used up the first bolt of the panel fabric for those who saw the quilt in progress and ordered a kit.  The second bolt is on it's way!  If you'd like a kit, please call us, 651.340.8263.  We'll happily set one aside with you with prepayment).  Here's the collection and the Kit:

 

Here's the kit, "2 Doors Down".  Size 56" x 67":

 

Another new quilt in the store uses the Robert Kaufman batik stripes we've been receiving since mid summer.  Just got a new one last week in fact.  We had the quilt folded on the table, not quilted or on the wall, and we couldn't keep people away.  Choose any colors you wish.  It's a quick and easy project for the males (or females) in your life.  This one is called "Below Ground"  60"x80":

 

Next up, from In the Beginning, we have new flannels just for that new baby.  This is the highest quality flannel I think we've ever received.  Lush, Thick and Soft:

As always, thanks for taking a look!

Faye