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I am so very thankful for the wonderful turnout for our Grand Opening Event. We had so many wonderful friends stop by and share their support, as well as those who came in for the first time. I want to give Special Thanks to Carol from Quiznos. She did a wonderful job on the setup and goodies for the event. She helped make the day wonderful!
I want to thank those who donated the wonderful prizes for our event. Big Pine Quilts donated one of our grand prizes. Juggernaut Arms donated the other grand prize. Foothill Fireplace Pools & Spas, Aloha Quilt Shop, E.E. Schenck, and Katie M. With all your help and generous donations, we had just a wonderful event! "THANK YOU ALL!"
I truly could not have done any of this without the wonderful support of my friends & family members. Thank You Marilyn, Doug, Day & Carrie! Your support and encouragement was absolutely what I needed to keep grounded. You helped keep me focused and always going forward. "Thank You!"
Now that the party is over, there is so much we want to offer to you, our friends and customers! Thank You for bringing this wonderful dream to life. I have started updating the class schedules and posting them on the website. I have been asked many times by my cohorts to get a list of classes printed for the shop. I am working on it, but I am still trying to get my feet back under me after this huge expansion. We are bringing in some wonderful instructors to help us out and share with you, special techniques in quilting, embroidery and sewing. I am truly impressed with their work and I hope you find them as helpful and talented as I do.
As we travel the road of life, we enjoy the moments we share. We anticipate the adventure that is coming just over the next hill, yet, always cherishing the people and experiences we've just had. Thank You for taking this ride with us . . . .
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Memorial Day
The shop will be open on Monday, May 29th.
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Row by Row - 2017 . . .
Can you believe that Row by Row is just around the corner? The official kick-off date is June 21, 2017. The full experience goes from June 21st through September 5th, 2017. During this time, visit a participating shop and pick up the free Row by Row pattern that the shop has to offer. Many of the shops are also offering kits to make their rows, giving you a head start in completing your Row by Row quilt. Be the first to bring in your completed quilt to a shop who has not had a winner yet and win the prize (25 fat quarter bundle). You can bring in your completed quilt between June 21st and October 31st, 2017 to see if you can win.
The full list of participating shops in this year's Row by Row Experience and complete rules and information can be found on the Row by Row
National Website. For a list of the Nevada shops, please take a look at the
Nevada site.
Just so you know, this year, Topaz Quilting & Embroidery is also offering the Ninth Row Pattern. Our row reveal will be on June 5th, 2017. Stop by the shop then to get a first peek at this years row.
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Earth Angels are looking for your help . . .
Attention Ladies . . .
Would you like to make a difference within our community?
The Earth Angels are looking for volunteers to help sew quilt tops. These tops are then made into blankets which go to places like the Reno Ronald McDonald House, St Mary's Hospital and many more places.
We are having a meet and greet on July 12th at 10:30 at the new location of Topaz Quilting and Embroidery shop. Come in to visit and pick up your kit. These kits are already cut and ready for you to sit down and sew. There is no charge for the kit.
Please remember we can all make a difference one child at a time.
Hope to see you.
Helen Clark
Coordinator of
Earth Angels Mission Baby Project
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Kimberbell Dealer Exclusive Classes . . .
Now that the warmer days are finally here, we're all turning our thoughts to the outside and keeping cool. This cute little table runner is a great addition to that fun feel of summer. In this class, you're going to use multi-hooping techniques to finish these great pop sickles as they are melting from the heat and little ones sneaking bites. You will finish the sewing, backing and binding at home once you've finished the embroidery part in class. Join this class and receive a free piece of batting to help you finish this cute project (cut for finished size only). The finished size of this project is only 8" x 26", so it's small enough to fit just about anywhere you want to put it.
Class Dates
: Wednesday, June 14, 2017 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm or
Saturday, June 17, 2017 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Price
: $ 20.00
Note: The PDF instructions & Design File(s) will be emailed to you so you can print the directions out and load the design(s) to your machine. A supply list will be included as part of the PDF instructions. You will want to review them prior to class so you can make sure you have everything you need. Batting cut to 12" x 30" will be supplied for the project which you will receive it the day of class. We will have kits available for purchase, featuring many of the fabrics shown in this project. Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Free Motion Quilting - 2 Day Class . . .
With instructor Paula Thompson, learn about the supplies you need. Learn how to get your quilt ready and to start developing the skills to know what designs work for your quilt. Most importantly, Having Fun while Free Motion Quilting!
Date: Thursday, June 29th & Friday, June 30th or again
Thursday, August 17th & Friday, August 18th
Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (both days)
Cost:
$60.00
Register for the June Class HERE or sign up in person at the shop.
Register for the August Class HERE or sign up in person at the shop.
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With Karen R. learn how to make those cute fabric books you find on those fabric panels. Learn the sewing techniques used to make these great little books ideal for the infant or toddler in your life. It's never too early to start reading to the little ones, or helping them read on their own.
Date: Wednesday, June 7th o Saturday, June 10th
Time: 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Cost:
$20.00
Register for the class HERE or sign up in person at the shop.
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Scan N Cut (R) Class - Ornamental Table Quilt . . .
This class is designed to help you learn the Scan-n-Cut (R) features to scan a design and cut out the elements. You will learn how to prepare the fabric to be cut on the Scan-n-Cut (R). Time permitting, you will be able to cut all your material for the project. To complete the project, you will be doing all your sewing and finishing at home so no sewing machines are required for this class.
Date: Wednesday, June 7th or Saturday, June 10th
Time: 2:00 am to 5:00 pm
Cost:
$30.00
Register for the class HERE or sign up in person at the shop.
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Leaf Centerpiece Class . . .
The Leaf Centerpiece is actually a machine embroidery design. You make 8 of these leaves in your hoop and then sew them together. The design is so much fun. It comes in 3 sizes from Sweet Pea Designs and can be purchased on-line. Pick the fabrics you would like to use and join Karen R. as she shows you how fun it is and how simple the design can be for a variety of gift ideas.
Date: Wednesday, June 28th
Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Cost:
$30.00
Register for the class HERE or sign up in person at the shop.
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Beginning Embroidery / BOM . . .
We have been asked to set up a beginning embroidery class for those who have purchased an embroidery machine and want to put it through the paces. We have found a perfect project to put together. This will be a 7 month course. The class will be offered 2 times a month for each block. You will complete 6 blocks of your choice and put them together to create a wall hanging, centerpiece or table runner.
We are using Baltimore Album Blocks by
San Francisco Stitch
. We can sell you the designs or you can download them directly from San Francisco Stitch. The final class will go over assembling the blocks. There are a few ways you can do it and they will be touched on during the orientation and detailed in class #7.
The designs can be purchased for $39.99 for all 12 designs or can be purchased individually for $4.99 each.
The day of orientation, you will be required to bring your stick so we can download the design(s) you have chosen or the full design pack (if you are purchasing the designs from us).
Signups will be in the store only at this time. This will allow you a chance to see the samples hanging on the
announcement
board and will give us a better understanding of your needs if we can talk to you in person. This class series is open to a single class if you only wish to attend one class. Students who have taken the full series will receive priority placement in class #7. The rest will be a first come, first serve policy. Thank you for your understanding.
Class Prices:
$120.00 - Full Series or $25.00 each class
Class Dates:
Wednesday, June 14, 2017 or Saturday, June 17, 2017 - Class #2 ( 10:00 am - 1:00 pm )
Wednesday, July 19, 2017 or Saturday, July 22, 2017 - Class #3 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm)
Wednesday, August 16, 2017 or Saturday, August 19, 2017 - Class #4 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm)
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 or Saturday, September 16, 2017 - Class #5 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm)
Wednesday, October 18, 2017 or Saturday, October 21, 2017 - Class #6 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm)
Wednesday, November 15, 2017 or Saturday, November 18, 2017 - Class #7 (10:00 am - 2:00 pm)
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