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I can't believe it's June! I'm ready to celebrate summer, and invite you to get the summer spirit, too, by offering you a free pattern this month! It's a sweet sewing case, designed by my sister Sandy. I've also got some exciting news about the Baltimore Applique Society!
It's a busy month. I've already been to Orlando, driving down on June 5 to share info on ribbon embroidery and applique with the lovely ladies of the
Florida Cabin Fever Quilters' Guild. I continue to work non-stop on
my beloved Woodland Whimsy blocks, Dear Jane blocks, and the new project for Fall Tea & Stitches! Here's what's going on ...
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A Free Pattern for You!
This sewing case, designed by my sister Sandy, measures only 4 1/2 x 5 inches. It's ideal for non-fray fabrics and a variety of embellishments. Stop by Cinnamon's Quilt Shoppe this month to see finished cases on display. I'd love to have you email me photos of YOUR finished piece. I hope you enjoy this pattern!
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On to Baltimore
I've been invited to present at the Baltimore Applique Society in September. I'm thrilled to be part of this distinguished organization, where Baltimore began. I'll be kicking off the 2017-18 meeting year, presenting a lecture on September 20 and a Needle Grace Workshop on September 21. Please join me!
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Join Us in Stitching Classes!
Hand Embroidery. Hand embroidery is on trend, both in fashion and in art! Come to my class at Cinnamon's, and learn the steps and stitches to make these beautiful embellishments, which you can add to other clothing or other projects. All skill levels welcome! Friday, July 7, 10am-3:30pm.
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Joy, Lecture, and Needle Grace. I'm delighted to be traveling to the East Cobb Quilters' Guild in Marietty, GA, next month. I'll be presenting two workshops -- Joy Wall Hanging on July 27, and Needle Grace on July 29, as well as a lecture on July 28.
Contact: Jan Cunningham, (404) 936-7568.
Info and registration
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Fall Tea & Stitches. Our Fall Tea & Stitches project brings back happy childhood memories for me, and I hope it does for you, too! Can you recognize the theme, from this project detail? Stay tuned to
Instagram and
Facebook for more reveals!
As always, our fall retreat will be jam-packed with stitching tips, product samples, fun, food and camaraderie. Registration opens July 15. The retreat will take place October 5-9 at UNF's University Center.
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Featured Pattern at Cinnamon's
To complement your free pattern, the featured Graham Cracker Collection product at Cinnamon's this month is Hand Embroidery Stitches at a Glance. It's a compact 4x6 inch reference guide that features 30 embroidery stitches. Pick one up at Cinnamon's, our check it out online.
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For Your Quilting Library
I'm a big fan of Jinny Beyer. A friend recently brought me a garage sale find, one of Jinny's first books. It's one of my favorites, The Quilter's Album of Blocks & Borders. My copy, published in 1980, has more than 750 geometric designs illustrated and categorized for easy identification and drafting. I particularly like the black and white block illustrations. In addition to block illustrations, there are numerous border options! Jinny did a newer version in 2009, with more than 4,050 blocks and color illustrations, and it too is on my bookshelf. But there is something about the older book and its black and white photos that stirs my creativity! This is a definite must for your quilting library.
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Stitching Companions
How lucky I am to have faithful, steadfast companions, who watch my every stitch with eager eyes. Here's one. Two actually. Our dear Wheaten Doogan, and HIS faithful companion, Bob!
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In Closing
It seems I'm busy stitching, but, in truth, stitching relaxes me. It's a joy to stitch in the morning sun, or by evening's light. I always look forward to stitching, a reward to myself after my "work" is done, and I hope you do, too. I hope your celebration of summer includes lots of time for fun, creative pursuits. As always, stay stitching!
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