CRAFT DAY INFORMATION

 When the members of the Bee Hive and First Blush met today at the Attic Window Quilt Shop, Barb had some show-n-tell for us.  She made this lovely strawberry quilt for her aunt.

This is a closeup of the strawberries.  This is a beautiful quilt and I'm eager to see it when it is quilted.

The Bee Hive decided to not meet again until January, due to all the activities during the next two holiday months.  We will continue to use the same two books:  12 Pack Quilts and Fat Quarter Style.  Some of the rules will be changing so mark your calendar for the 4th Wednesday in January.  I think you'll like some of the surprises we have for you.  And, yes, I mean You,  We would like you to come join us in the fun.

First Blush is continuing as usual. Anyone interested is welcome to attend on the fourth Wednesday of the month.

CRAFT DAY:  Some of the members had never attend Craft Day and had some questions. What happens is you come to the shop with your sewing machine and tools and you sew all day making projects from the kits provided.  You can go Here to see all the items we made in 2016. 

 

These above are what we made on Craft Day in 2015.

 

And these are the five items we made in 2013.  Each year we attend Craft Day looking forward with excitement at what we will be making that day.  It is always a surprise.  Space is limited, so call the shop and sign up now.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW:

1. The Sixth Annual Jingle Bell Hop is November 8, 9, 10.  Four quilt shops are participating.  A free pattern comes with the purchase of your passport. The four participating shops are Queen Bee (Grand Rapids), Pressing Matters (Holland), Quilted Memories (Montague) and the Attic Window Quilt Shop.  Grand Prizes of $200 in gift cards will be awarded to some lucky participants.  Are you one?

• The Christmas Craft days will be held in November this year.  Saturday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 30.  Call the shop now and book your reservation because there is limited space.  You won't want to miss this! 

AT THE ATTIC WINDOW QUILT SHOP

• Doll Bee, Thursday, Oct. 25
• Going To The Dogs, Thursday, Oct. 25
• Intermediate Quilting, Thursday, Oct. 25
• Beginning Quilting, Thursday, Oct. 25
• Stitch-In, Friday and Saturday, Oct. 26 and 27 

ON ANOTHER NOTE:

• Mud Pies and Pins has a tutorial for handmade Christmas ornaments.

Caroll,  

Caring, Sharing, Creating Smiles

FIRST BLUSH IS NOW

I stopped in at the Attic Window Quilt Shop today and found Charity (above) and Cathy working on their First Blush blocks.  I posted about it last month here.  Apparently I had the wrong information.  This BOM is currently in process.  You can step in and join any time.  The group meets the fourth Wednesday of the month at 11 a.m.  Call the shop for details and to sign up.

 Above are the blocks that Charity has made so far. I believe you make two a month.  And it is recommended you stay and sew after class so Cathy can help you with the tricky stuff.  I love the background that Charity has chosen.

I also love these fabrics and had to take a picture of some of her blades to show the fabric to you.

Cathy was busy too, making blocks and using her extra fabric to make the 9 patch squares for the borders.

SEPTEMBER is nearly here and it's time to get back to our sewing.  Gift giving time is coming soon and what lovely gifts you can make with these blocks.  Or you might want to try some of the other classes starting in September.  The new calendar will be available soon so look it over and get started sewing.

NOTICE!  On the second Thursday in September, Julie plans to have a Doll Tea.  If you have made a doll with Julie, bring it that day for display during tea time so everyone can enjoy these special dolls.  This event is open to all who want to view the dolls.  Also, if anyone wants to request that a class be held to make a certain Gail Wilson doll in the future, you should let Julie know at the Tea.  She can do a class for any Gail Wilson doll upon request.

REGISTER NOW! If you are interested in participating in a Bee Hive, call the shop and register now.  The class starts in September.  We meet the fourth Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR NOW:

• AQS is here in Grand Rapids August 22- 25
• 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

NOTE:  The Attic Window Quilt Shop is having a SPECIAL during the month of August.  Pay $5 and come to any or all Stitch-ins during this month of August. 

Doll Bee, Thursday, August 23

Stitch-In, Friday and; Saturday, August 24 & 25

ON ANOTHER NOTE:

• Connie of Freemotion by the River has a tutorial for a Bright Jewel Strip table runner.

Caroll,  

Caring, Sharing, Creating Smiles