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The Pincushion

113 E. Third St.
Imlay City, MI 48444

810-724-7065

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The Pincushion Newsletter

National Quilting Day Saturday, March 17

Join us for a day of sales, free demos and a chance to win a $20.00 gift certificate. We welcome finished mystery quilts made with our fabric for display. Tops only will be fine, as the last step will be in February. We are anxious to see those fantastic quilts you are so competently completing. Bring them in so we can share your beautiful quilts with everyone. We all enjoy seeing the different color options that make your quilt unique.

Buck-A– Block VIII

Buck-a-Block VIII will begin January 2012. We have 3 very attractive color choices. You must purchase 2.5” Thangles® for your triangles. The rules are simple. You have one month to pick up your fabric kit and pattern for $1.00. Additional colors will be $2.00 each. Kits not picked up during the current month will be charged a $3.00 fee per kit. This program is a fun and easy way to make a sampler quilt. Sign up now and pick up your first block anytime in January. The pictured quilt finishes 67 X 93”. Be your own designer and create your own setting or use the one pictured. Color choices limited to availability. We will have sample block colors on display in the store. The last block for Buck-A-Block VI will be ready Dec. 1. If you reverse the colors you will get two blocks out of each month

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The Generals’ Wives

Generals' wives quilt Introducing a new gorgeous 12 month block-of-the-month program using the rich tones and exciting patterns of the Generals’ Wives collection by Windham Fabrics. Beautiful and elegant fabrics used by women over 100 years ago. The center block is the insignia of the Five Star General of the army and its history. Each month includes an interesting story about the wives of 6 Union Civil War generals and 6 Confederate generals. A wonderful and easy way to make a fabulous sampler quilt. Starting with block 2 you will receive in your kits fabric to make your alternate blocks as well as your monthly blocks. All for only $24.95 a month.The line of fabric is created by Windham Fabrics in rich tones and exciting patterns.  It finishes at 102" x 102".

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New Panels
- Pam Kitty by Moda

wing n prayerCute kitties all dressed up with coordinates to match. bird panel Songs of the Season. Make a beautiful bird wall hanging for each season.

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More Garden Patch Cats!

garden cat1 There are now 20 available with two newgarden cat2 cats—Cobby Cat and A Better Mousetrap These machine appliqué cats are adorable and habit forming. We have kits for some of the veggies felines.

Periwinkle Dog!

You loved the cats! Well now they are designing dogs. periwinkle dog The 4th flower dog is Periwinkle.

Marti & Me Club

The Marti & Me Club is starting a new series in March 2012. Class meets once a month for six months on the 3rd Thursday at 9:00AM or the 3rd Saturday at 10:30AM. Each month you will receive a free Marti Club pattern that retails for $8.00. Kits and Marti & Me tools are available for the current project. Refreshments and a lively discussion are also a part of our monthly gathering. The fee for 6 months is only $25.00 and that includes a discount card for all Marti & Me products. Please join us! marti_n_me

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Fabric, Patterns, Notions and More

So much new fabric!
60” cotton in white, ecru, red, tan
Memories of Provence
LaBelle by Northcott
Winterberry Lane by Red Rooster
Country
Vineyard
Cape Ann by Moda Sweet Dolls
Reproduction Fabrics by Windham
Ice Skating Penguins
Brambleberries by Buggy Barn
Snowmobilers
Tea Time by SPX
Phat Cat Musicians
Butterscotch & Roses by Moda
A Quilter Home Sewing Stuff
Cattails & Clover by Moda
Velvet Black & Red Washable

Patterns

Anna Marie’s Children —
a new pattern and kit. Very attractive use of reproduction fabrics or any other fabric group. Anna Marie pattern

Notions

Star ThreadNew colors in our Star Thread, 30 weight Egyptian cotton, 1200 yard spools in solids and variegated.

Fabric helpers:
The Comfort CutterA colorful set consisting of a tape measure and embroidery scissors. A must have!

A colorful set consisting of a tape measure and embroidery scissors. Embroidery scissors under $5.00 in fun colors and shapes, angels, cats, polka dots, floral. You never have to many scissors. purrfect point scissors
And More:
*A must have light for your machine: Amazing lighting! amazing light
wonder clipsRoxane Glue-Baste-It is an incredible flue. It is 100% water soluble and does not include harmful chemicals, dyes, or waxes. Use the applicator to place drops of glue right where you need them.

Mary Ellen's Best Press Mary Ellen Spray is the best we have used. No residue and a big help stabilizing your quilting blocks.
*Foundation Paper—100 Sheets that are good for inkjet or laser printers.
*Soft & Stable—Use in place of batting in purses, bags, totes & more. Great lasting body & stability
*Frixion Pens—Remove by friction or heat. Great for marking patterns and lines. Comes in several colors. Also great for highlighting books etc. When you resell just apply heat!

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Classes Winter 2012

Basic Quilting I

All about picking the best fabrics for a great quilt, rotary cutting, ¼” seams, quilt construction, pinning and borders plus sandwiching.
3 sessions
Tuesday,  January 17, 24, &  31
10AM - 12PM
Class Fee- $45.00

Basic Quilting II

Week 1—Stitching with a walking foot, in the ditch and designs. Week 2—Free motion quilting and designs, marking etc. Week 3—Binding and finishing, bias and straight grain etc.
3 sessions
Tuesday,  February 7, 14 & 21
10AM - 12PM
Class Fee- $45.00

Hand Quilting

Learn to hand quilt or just how to improve your stitching. Try different needles and thimbles.
Monday, January 9
2PM - 4PM
Class Fee- $20.00

Baltimore Appliqué

If you have always admired the beautiful designs come take Barbara’s class. This is hand stitching needle turn appliqué.
Monday, January 9, 16 & 23
10AM - 12PM
Class Fee- $30.00

Park Avenue Jacket

This is an outstanding jacket and many who take this class make several.
Monday, February 6 & 13
9AM — 12PM
Class Fee- $35.00

Mariners Compass—Paper Pieced

The first class includes a kit and basic pattern. The second you will work on a more advanced block and the third how to complete your quilt.
Friday, February 10, 24 & March 23
10AM — 12PM
Class Fee- $45.00

Common Sense Scrap Quilt

Start saving your 2” squares and sorting them by color. Spring cleaning sewing room clean up! Could be some trading with classmates.
Monday, April 2, 16 & 30
10AM - 12PM
Class Fee- $30.00

Double Wedding Ring Quilt

This is the quilt everyone wants to make. A stunning old-fashioned quilt
Monday, March 5, 19 & April 9
10AM — 12PM
Class Fee- $35.00

Machine Appliqué

This is fun and you will love machine appliqué. Sally will show you a variety of stitches to use.
Tuesday, March 13
9AM - 12:30PM
Class Fee- $20.00

Twister Class

Sew squares together and cut them into a pinwheel.
Monday, January 16
2PM — 4PM
Class Fee- $15.00

Bag Lady Classes

My Paris Bag

This is a super duffle bag that is great for travel or the gym. Make it in batiks or a stunning print. Your friends will all want one.
Wednesday, January 18 & 25
10AM - 12PM
Class Fee- $25.00

The Diva Bag

This is a wonderful purse that has great compartments and a zipper. Come check out the sample.
Wednesday, February 22 & 29
10AM - 12PM
Class Fee- $25.00

Sew Sausalito Bag

A new slouchy bag.
Wednesday, March 2 & 23
10AM - 12PM
Class Fee- $15.00

Lollipop Bag

Cute little bag with a fun trim idea.
Wednesday, April 18
10AM — 12PM
Class Fee- $15.00

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