CATHY AND MARJORIE SHARE LATEST FINISH

 Hello Quilters!  Recently some fellow quilters sent me pictures of their accomplishments.  They haven't been just sitting around twiddling their thumbs! You will probably see the above quilt soon when we Happy Scrappers can meet again at the Attic Window Quilt Shop. Cathy M. has been working hard during this "stay at home" time.  

 Cathy took part in the Bee In My Bonnet Granny's Garden Sew Along, which started in early October. She made four blocks a week.  The quilt above has thirty of those blocks in it.

Cathy is using the other ten blocks, of the remaining 12, to make this unique wall hanging. This is Cathy's original idea.  How cute!

  Above is one of the blocks.  This quilt is stunning and I can't wait to see it in person.  Thanks Cathy for sharing with us.

Marjorie, our reader from Utah, sent us this picture of her latest finish.  This is what she said:

"This is what I have been doing.  I finished the Daisy Chain.  Cutting the strips 2-1/2. Worked out great; made the center blocks 6-1/2.  So everything fit perfectly.
My design wall isn't big enough so I photographed it on the floor .The backing is the bright lime green with yellow bananas.
The middle blocks were supposed to have left and right facing monkeys.  But I didn't want all those monkeys so I cut the cherries instead.  I have one monkey block!

My next project needs to be my state fair challenge quilt.  I am reluctant to start because many of the county fairs are being cancelled. So the state fair could be cancelled if the virus persists.

Stay safe my friends and keep the faith that this virus will be tamed soon.

Happy stitching from Utah."

Thank you Marjorie for sharing your beautiful quilt with us.  I can't imagine all the work that went into making that quilt!

DON'T FORGET: You can call the Attic Window Quilt Shop to make an appointment for curbside pickup or place an order and Chris will ship to you.  You can call the shop at 616-785-3357 or send Chris an email at BrownAttic@aol.com

Remember!  Support your local quilt shop!  We want to go to the Attic Window Quilt Shop and sew with our friends once this "stay at home thing is over!!!  I miss everyone!

Caroll, 

Caring, Sharing, Creating Smiles

IT'S BOO TIME!

It's that time of year again when we start seeing Halloween items at the Attic Window Quilt Shop.  There are lots of cute ideas for you to make for this fun holiday.  While at the shop recently I was stunned when I saw this fantastic quilt. 

Above is a closer look at the embroidery and coloring in the quilt.

The back is pieced with lots of fun Halloween fabrics.

This is a close-up of the label.  As you can see Kathy Boomgaard made this quilt.  She is an honorable member of the Salem Quilt Guild.  The quilt was made with spells, incantations and embroidery floss.  This is a fantastic quilt!  I'm so glad I got to see it and share it with you.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW

• The West Michigan Quilter's Guild show is October 5 and 6 at the Delta Plex, 9-5 each day.
• The Second Annual Country Fair Road Tour 2018 is October 11, 12, and 13.

AT THE ATTIC WINDOW QUILT SHOP

• Bee, Tuesday, Oct. 2
• Knotty Girls, Wednesday, Oct. 3
• Doll Bee, Thursday, Oct. 4

ON ANOTHER NOTE:

• Sew Joy Creations has a tutorial for a Bold Blossom Block.

Caroll,  

Caring, Sharing, Creating Smiles

SCRAPPY AAND BEAUTIFUL

While at the Attic Window Quilt Shop the other day, Chris and Marilyn showed us this beautiful quilt that a customer made.

This is a little closer view.  Kristy P. made this quilt out of scraps left over from a BOM that she took last year at the Attic Window Quilt Shop.  I understand that she used the Pineapple Tool to make these blocks.  This quilt is stunning!  And you can say it was free.  I like the sound of that, don't you!

Kristy wasn't at the shop that day.  I hope she doesn't mind that we put it on the blog.  I couldn't resist showing you this beautiful quilt.  Chris said it was okay. 😊

I'm looking forward to taking Marilyn's Make It Take It Ornament class tomorrow.  It's not too late to join us.  The class starts at 11 a.m.

AT THE ATTIC WINDOW QUILT SHOP

• Make It Take It tree Ornament, Wednesday, Dec. 6
• Doll Bee, Thursday, Dec. 7
• Make It Take It Easy Table Topper, Friday, Dec. 8
• Happy Scrappers, Saturday, Dec. 9
• Happy Scrappers, Wednesday, Dec. 13
• Make It Take It Ornament Placemat, Monday, Dec. 11
• Make It Take It Key Fobs, Friday, Dec. 15

ON ANOTHER NOTE:

• Moda Bake Shop has a tutorial for a Cottage Stars Quilt.  I like that I can use my scraps to make this one.  Check it out.

Caroll,

Caring, Sharing, Creating Smiles

A QUILTER WITH A HEART

Recently while at the Attic Window Quilt Shop, Joan Mull stopped in.  We saw that she had quilts in her arms and convinced her to show them to us.  Joan said, “I made this quilt for a friend's granddaughter and it will be sent to Minnesota."

Check out this little frog.

Daddy’s little dear.

These are all so cute. 

TIP: And have you ever thought about putting a sleeve at the top and bottom of your quilt?  Joan says she always does that because she can slide a yard stick or a dowel into the bottom sleeve and this makes it hang straight.  What a great idea!

But wait there’s more.  Joan also showed us this quilt that she made for a raffle.

 She said, “Each year, Ionia ISD supplies the same panel of fabric to each participating quilter.  The theme for 2018 is You & Me by the Sea. Quilters then create a design and purchase complementary fabrics to make a 40 X 60 quilt. Raffle tickets are sold in February & March and the raffle takes place in late March.

Joan read this from the brochure: "This program started in Tennessee and has spread across the United States. School leaders from Ionia ISD and local school districts embraced the concept of the program and felt that it would be a very appropriate school readiness initiative for the whole county. Ionia is only one of the 18 counties in the state that have this program." 

"The 2019 theme will be decided in February. 2018.  It is the 5th year I have participated."

DON'T FORGET:

• To pick up your passport for the The Country Fair Road Tour of 2017 held October 12, 13, & 14

AT THE ATTIC WINDOW QUILT SHOP

• Doll Bee, Thursday, Oct. 5
• Beginning Quilting (a.m. and p.m.), Thursday, Oct. 5
• Retreat Bag, Friday, Oct. 6
• Sampler and Bee, Saturday, Oct. 7

ON ANOTHER NOTE:

• See How We Sew has a tutorial for four at a time flying geese: the secret star method.

Caroll,

Caring, Sharing, Creating Smiles

A CUSTOMER SHARES

While at the Attic Window Quilt Shop this past weekend, a customer stopped by looking for fabric.  She had this beautiful quilt in her arms and I asked her if I could take a picture of it.  A special thanks to Paula Rule (above right) for showing us this quilt.

Paula said she couldn't remember the name of the pattern or who made it.  She did comment that the pattern was not very user friendly.

 Paula also had this Little Dresden quilt.  The pattern is by Clothesline Quilts.

This is a close up of a block.  I love those 30s fabrics.  Notice how she did a fancy stitch around the circle.  So cute!

Thank you Paula for sharing with us!

Upcoming Events:

• SEW AND SHOW YOUR ROW BY ROW STITCH-IN! Come and sew on your Row X Row kits along with show and tell!  What a great way to work on those past and present rows and share with others what kits you have. Bring a dish to pass.  WHEN:  Friday, Sept. 15 and Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10-5. FEE:  Free if you have your kit from the Attic Window Quilt Shop, otherwise the Fee is $5 for the day and this includes beverages provided by the shop. Enjoy Door Prizes, food and drinks.  LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE!!!  So sign up now!

• ALL CLEAN UP DAYS.  First Day of autumn!  Friday, Sept. 22 and Saturday, Sept. 23 Time to do some fun fall cleaning here at the shop!  Discounts from 20% to 75% off.  Check out the bargains and get some great deals.  Also get some great ideas for some quick fall and Christmas projects!

AT THE ATTIC WINDOW QUILT SHOP

• Sampler & Bee, Tuesday, Sept. 12
• Beginning Machine Applique, Tuesday p.m., Sept. 12
• Happy Scrappers, Wednesday, Sept. 13
• Doll Bee, Thursday, Sept. 14
• Beginning Quilting, Thursday, Sept. 14
• Sew & Show & Stitch-In, Friday and Saturday, Sept. 15 & 16

ON ANOTHER NOTE:

• Center Street Quilts has a tutorial for a Tulip Quilt Block.

Caroll,

Caring, Sharing, Creating Smiles

SHARING QUILTS

 I have some new pictures to share with you.  Recently while at the Attic Window Quilt Shop Lois Bull came in with the above quilt.  Though it is not finished, I talked her into letting me take a picture of this adorable baby quilt that she is making for her niece.  Love it!

 Cathy M. sent me a couple pictures of Pauline Woronko's Irish Chain quilts.  Love the red above.

And Pauline also made this one.  I can't imagine all the tiny pieces involved in making this stunning quilt.  Thanks Cathy for sending the pictures.

I don't think I shared this with you.  While at Happy Scrappers last week I played with half square triangles.  I think I'll make some more.

Happenings at the Attic Window Quilt Shop

• Bees In the Attic Bee Hive, Wednesday, Jan. 25
• Quilt Block Cookbook BOM, Wednesday, Jan. 25
• Valentine Project, Friday, Jan. 27

On Another Note:

• Ivory Spring has a free pattern for a Stars and Stripes Forever quilt.

Caroll,

Sharing, Caring, and Creating Smiles

ANOTHER BEAUTY AT THE ATTIC WINDOW QUILT SHOP

When Cathy was recently at the Attic Window Quilt Shop attending a class, she snapped these pictures during Show-n-Tell and sent them to me.  Above is Pauline's quilt.  The pattern is El's Kitchen and it was a BOM at the Attic Window Quilt Shop about a year ago.  

This is another picture of Pauline's stunning quilt.  I love the soft colors and how the blocks are set.  Of course, I love that applique too!

A special thanks to Cathy for sending us these pictures.  I would have hated to miss seeing this!

DON'T FORGET these happenings at the Attic Window Quilt Shop

• Little Jewels bag, Tuesday, Oct. 4
• Beginning Foundation Paper Piecing, Wednesday, Oct. 5
• Slashed 4-Patch, Friday, Oct. 7
• Stash Busters, Saturday, Oct. 8 New!
• Quilts On The Grand, October 7 - 9 at the Delta Plex

Be sure to check the calendar on the sidebar for happenings this week at the Attic Window Quilt Shop.

ON ANOTHER NOTE:  

• All People Quilt has a pattern for a Poinsettia and Pine Table Runner.

Caroll,

Caring , Sharing and Creating Smiles

BRIAN'S QUILT

Isn't this quilt adorable!  My friend Brian sent me pictures of his latest quilt and I wanted to share them with you.  If you turn your head to the side you can see the the letters spell Woof.

There are lots of "woofs" on Brian's quilt.  This is a picture of his entire quilt.  I love the "woof" and the paw prints on the quilt.  And check out that fire hydrant!  How cute!

Above are closeups of more blocks in Brian's quilt.  I love how he put the quilt together.  He is one creative guy!  Thanks Brian for sharing your beautiful quilt with us!

DON'T FORGET these happenings at the Attic Window Quilt Shop

• UFO, Monday, August 29
• Tuesday Bee, Tuesday, August 30
• Knotty Girls, Wednesday, August 31
• Doll Bee, Thursday, September 1
• Sampler and Bee, Saturday, September 3

Be sure to check the check the calendar on the sidebar for happenings this week at the Attic Window Quilt Shop.

NOTICE:

• Another date/time has been added for the Quilt Block Cookbook BOM.  We have added an evening session for this new group.  That first evening session will be held Monday, September 26, at 6 p.m.  The day session will be held Wednesday, September 28, 11 a.m.  Call the shop to register so we will be sure to have enough kits available.

The 2016 SHOP SWAP:

The 2016 Shop Swap will take place in September.  Participants will make a 60" X 72" quilt. 

• On September 18, from 12 - 4 p.m. you will sew atQuilted Memories in Montague.
• On September 25, from 12 - 4 p.m. you will sew at theAttic Window Quilt Shop.  

Call the shop to register and get a list of class supplies.

ON ANOTHER NOTE: 

• Flossie Blossoms has a tutorial for a small quilted tote with a lid.

Caroll,

Caring , Sharing and Creating Smiles

A CUSTOMER SHARES HER QUILT

A customer stopped in at the Attic Window Quilt Shop when I was attending Happy Scrappers on Saturday.  I had to take pictures of this!  Above, Rose Ann Gigandet shows us this adorable quilt that she made for her new twin niece and nephew.

This is a closeup of Rose Ann's quilt.  She did a beautiful job of appliqueing these adorable little creatures.

 She is also making this tree quilt to go with the other quilt.  Above is the top row.

 This is the bottom row.  I wish I could tell you the name of the book that the pattern is in, but everyone said it was on the tip of their tongue but could not remember. Chris said she used to carry the books.

A special thank you to Rose Anne for sharing her beautiful quilts with us.

NOTICE:

• Another date/time has been added for the Quilt Block Cookbook BOM.  We have added an evening session for this new group.  That first evening session will be held Monday, September 26, at 6 p.m.  The day session will be held Wednesday, September 28, 11 a.m.  Call the shop to register so we will be sure to have enough kits available.

DON'T FORGET these happenings at the Attic Window Quilt Shop

• Batik BOM, Monday August 15
• Farm Girls BOM, Wednesday, August 17
• Stitch-In, Friday, August 19
• Bees In The Attic Bee Hive, Wednesday, August 24
• Chenille Class, Friday, August 26

Be sure to check the check the calendar on the sidebar for happenings this week at the Attic Window Quilt Shop.

ON ANOTHER NOTE: 

• Maureen Cracknell Handmade has a tutorial for making a herringbone quilt.  Great way to use those scraps.

Caroll,

Caring , Sharing and Creating Smiles

TWO QUILTS TO SEE

 When at the Attic Window Quilt Shop on Monday, Jill showed us the above quilt that her daughter Megan made.  This is the first quilt that Megan has quilted herself on their new quilting machine.
I wish you could see her quilting.  For a first timer, she sure does good work!

Also while at the shop on Monday, I got to see this stunning quilt that Sheryl made.  You may have seen it in progress over the past few months as Sheryl was worked on it.  Professional Quilter Carol Huster had just finished quilting this for Sheryl and brought it too her at the shop.  Carol does beautiful work.  If you are interested in having Carol quilt something for you, give the shop a call.

ATTENTION:

• Quilt exhibit at St. Patrick's Church, Parnell on Sunday, June 26, from 12:30-5 p.m. The exhibit is during the parish festival and the quilts are inside the church.  Denice Barker, who told me about this event, said she is naming the show "Blessed Are The Piecemakers.  She said that the people contributing are people from the parish, my friends, and local quilters from Lowell.
• Monday Charity Quilters!  Since the regularly scheduled sewing day for the Charity Quilters falls on July 4th, the meeting has been moved to Monday, July 11.

DON'T FORGET:

• Row by Row begins, Tuesday, June 21
• Bees In The Attic, Wednesday, June 22
• Come Sew With Me, Wednesday, June 22
• Fold 'n Wreath, Thursday, June 23
• Scrappers Helping Hands, Saturday, June 25
• Quilt Exhibit at St. Patrick's Church, Sunday, June 26
• CLOSED MONDAY, JULY 4th
• Charity Quilts, Monday, July 11

Be sure to check the check the calendar on the sidebar for happenings this week at the Attic Window Quilt Shop.

ON ANOTHER NOTE:  

• Upstairs Hobby Room has a tutorial for a Topographical block.  This is something to see.  Scroll down on page.

 ♥ Caroll, 
Caring , Sharing and Creating Smiles

SOME PRETTIES AND A SALE!

Diana sent me some pictures that she recently took while at the Attic Window Quilt Shop.  Above Cathy shows off this adorable wall hanging that she made as a gift.  Diana said that unfortunately, she does not know the name of the pattern.

  This is a close up of this darling owl.   Diana said that Cathy added lots of bits and pieces and bling.

Another picture that Diana sent me is of Diane showing us her stunning quilt. The pattern is from an Edyta Sitar book.  What gorgeous applique!

DON'T FORGET ABOUT THE OPEN HOUSE:

In celebration of the opening of the new store Chris is having a Fall Open House on Wednesday, September 23, through Saturday, September 26.  You will want to take advantage of the sale going on at that time. 

SALE - SALE - SALE

All regularly priced items (this includes notions, patterns, books, fabric) are 20% off.

All marked down sale items are 30% off

HAPPENING AT THE SHOP THIS MONTH: 

• Kids Quilts, Friday, Sept. 25
• No Measure Bargello, Saturday, Sept. 26.
• Glam Shell Bag, Monday, Sept. 28
• UFO Day, Monday, Sept. 28
• Make a Mug Rug, Wednesday, Sept. 30

ON ANOTHER NOTE: 

• Sew Lux Fabric has a tutorial for a pumpkin block.

♥ Caroll, 

Caring , Sharing and Creating Smiles

CHECK OUT THIS MAN QUILT

I am tickled pink when I meet a man who quilts.  Above Bill Voetberg shows us his most recent quilt.  He created the design for this quilt himself and did extensive research on military flags to get his design just how he wanted it.

Thank you Bill for sharing your lovely quilt with us.

DON’T FORGET: 

• Happy Scrappers, Wednesday, Sept. 9 and Saturday, Sept. 12
• Charity Quilts will be held Monday, Sept. 14 instead of their usual first Monday of the Month.
• Coin Purse, Tuesday, Sept. 15
• Farm Girl Vintage BOM, Wednesday, Sept. 16 and Tuesday, Sept. 22.
• Sew Together Bag, Friday, Sept. 18.
• Applique Bee, Tuesday, Sept. 22.
• Mod Squad, Wednesday, Sept. 23
• Kids Quilts, Friday, Sept. 25
• No Measure Bargello, Saturday, Sept. 26.
• Glam Shell Bag, Monday, Sept. 28
• UFO Day, Monday, Sept. 28
• Make a Mug Rug, Wednesday, Sept. 30

OPEN HOUSE:  

• In celebration of the opening of the new store we are having a Fall Open House on Wednesday, September 23, through Saturday, September 26.  

• Since the Attic Window Quilt Shop has moved, some cleaning had to be done.  During the course of moving and opening boxes and totes, Chris said that she found oodles of stuff that is now available in the shop.  "We also have lots of new classes coming up too," Chris said.

• So be sure and save the dates and come visit the Attic Window Quilt Shop during the Fall Open House.  You will be able to sign up for a class and get the second class for half price (limit one per person).  Also, you will receive a free gift!

• Mark your calendar NOW!! 

ON ANOTHER NOTE:

• Mama Loves Quilts has a free pattern for a connect the dots table linen.

♥ Caroll, 
Caring , Sharing and Creating Smiles

A LOVELY MYSTERY QUILT

Pauline W. made this Mystery Quilt and showed it to us recently at the Attic Window Quilt Shop.  She came in to pick it up from the quilter.  This quilt was quilted by Cathy Thomas of Looking Glass Quilting.  You can learn  more about Cathy's quilting services here. 

 Lee Anne recently took some pictures at the Tuesday Bee and sent them to me.  Above, Judy D. shows us the adorable doll that she made.

Judy R. shows us this quilt.  Sorry, but I forgot to ask the name of the pattern.

A special thank you to Lee Anne for taking and sending the pictures.  Don't we live in a wonderful time!

ON ANOTHER NOTE: 

• Sew 4 Home has a clever closet hanger that is safe for travel.

♥ Caroll,
Caring , Sharing and Creating Smiles

READERS MAKE MY DAY!

Some of you may remember that a couple of years ago I offered free montly-redwork patterns on the blog.  The feature was usually of a cat.  I was so thrilled when Erika sent me this picture of the quilt she made using my patterns. (Click on the picture for a closer view.)   Erika says that about twelve years ago she and a friend decided to take a quilting class at the LQS.  Her first project was a Mariner’s Compass.  Talk about jumping in with both feet!  But that did not discourage her.  She said they had loads of fun and that she’s been quilting off and on since. 

Erika said she happened upon my blog one day and saw the cat pattern.  She loves cats.  The patterns  made her think of “Katze” a cat that adopted her about three and a half years ago.  Erika said she also loves painting, embroidery, crewel work, doll making, beading, needle felting, etc.  However, quilting is right up there at the top of her list for now.

 She lives in upstate New York and last summer finally built a studio.  Oh, how I envy this woman.  Erika says that Katze is her constant companion and they both are enjoying the huge windows with all that natural light in her new studio. 

Erika thank you so much for making my day.  It did my heart good to see a completed quilt using my designs.  Later this year Barb and I will be posting more free patterns that can be used for applique or red work.  Stay tuned for future details.

PS:  The above close ups are of pictures that were on my blog.  I wanted you to see some of the detail that is in Erika's quilt.  If anyone wants all of the patterns, just send me an email or leave a comment.

Take a look at Aby Quilt and see what your quilter’s brain looks like. 

Do you like dolls?  Love Laugh Quilt has a tutorial for a darling doll. 

♥

Stay Calm! Stay Kind! Stay Positive!

Caroll