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Two years ago I watched an episode of Man Sewing on YouTube with Rob Appell. The episode was about how to make a weighted blanket. It was very interesting, but I never thought anything more about it. Then about a month ago, the subject came back around in a discussion about weighted blankets and helping children with Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder and Anxiety. From what I have been reading, weighted blankets help calm down the child so that they can fall asleep and get a more restful sleep. Other research shows that a lap version, vest or scarf for daytime use, helps keep ADHD children focused and calmer. I am no doctor, and most of this information I have Google to thank, but after talking it over with both customers and a vendor of ours, these weighted blankets may be something to look deeper into. I have also found that, not just children, can benefit from these blankets. Another study shows that adults with anxiety and or insomnia issues, can also benefit from weighted blankets. The weight of the blanket helps release Serotonin and Dopamine which help induce calming in an individual.
I'm not a doctor, as stated before, and found my articles on Google which I will link below, but I figure that it couldn't hurt to bring more information to parents and grandparents who silently suffer as they watch a small child in their life struggle with a disorder that creates unrest and distress. If you have a chance to talk with the child's pediatrician or specialist, ask if a weighted blanket may help. I am finding that they're very easy to make and being able to choose the fabric that the child likes, would make it even that much more special. I have ordered a very small supply of the weighted pellets and a couple of books about weighted blankets and pads and they'll be in the shop in a couple of weeks, but in the meantime, read up on them. See if you can help make a difference.
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Row by Row - 2017 . . .
Row by Row is On The Go. 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 has been revealed. Swing by and get your patterns!
We also want to congratulate Brenda J. for her winning entry at Topaz Quilting & Embroidery! Her quilt is on display so you can see what creativity she has! Thank You Brenda! The Quilt is Beautiful!
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Kimberbell Cute and Crabby
The next in the Kimberbell Dealer Exclusive series is this very cute crab. You have two designs to choose from and a couple of different sizes. Join Marilyn U. & Mark W. as you set sail with this nautical crab.
Class Date
: Wednesday, August 16, 2017 or Saturday, August 19, 2017
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Price
: $ 20.00
Note: Receive the PDF instructions and supply list and the embroidery files at sign-up. Receive one (1) tea towel the day of class for your 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, August 17th & Friday, August 18th
Time: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (both days)
Cost:
$60.00
Register for the August Class
HERE
or sign up in person at the shop.
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Beginning Hand Applique' Class
Learn the basics of hand applique - Needle Turn Applique with Carrie F. of Aloha Quilt Shop. You will learn new techniques on pattern transfer, needle-turn appliqueing perfect circles, sharp points, and smooth valleys. Pattern & supplies extra.
Class Dates
: Tuesday, August 22, 2017
Time: 3:30 am - 6:30 pm (Both Days)
Price
: $ 30.00
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Kimberbell - Pop of Summer Embroidery Class ...
Back by popular demand, this class will include design file, pdf directions, supply list (to be emailed prior to class) and Batting cut to 12" x 30" (to be handed out the day of the class). Kits are available for this project for $11.45 in store.
Enjoy making this fun table runner. You will be sewing and embroidering this project to completion.
Class Dates
: Thursday, August 24, or Saturday, August 26, 2017
Times: Thursday, 2:30 pm - 5:30 pm or Saturday, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Price
: $ 20.00
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Perfect Embroidery Pro Digitizing Club ...
How many have purchased dime's Perfect Embroidery Professional Software and are wondering how to use it? How many more have received it as part of the breakup between Floriani (RNK Dist.) and G7 Solutions and just never used it? Sure, we've been maybe updating the free designs every month, but beyond that, what else can you do with it? This group will discuss, explore and learn how to work with Perfect Embroidery Professional Software. Join Mark W. as you get the very basics in understanding the software and its functions.
This is not a class being offered by an affiliate of Designs in Machine Embroidery (DIME) or an educator of DIME products. This is a gathering of software owners helping each other as we learn the software on our own.
Class Date
: Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Price
: $ 20.00
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Beginning Machine Piecing ...
Attention beginning quilters. Learning the basics couldn't be more fun when you're learning them with Theresa G. Join her as she goes through the basics of quilt patterns, fabrics, cutting and machine piecing. (Don't worry, this isn't paper piecing) Using the pattern Waffle Time Table Runner from Atkinson Designs, you will create this simple and elegant table runner.
Class Dates
: Thursday, August 24, 2017 or Saturday, August 26, 2017
Time: 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (Both Days)
Price
: $ 25.00
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Molly Mine's Crazy Patch Pillow ...
Have you ever downloaded the Molly Mine crazy patch designs and then wondered what you are going to do with them? What? You never heard of
Molly Mine Embroidery Designs? Oh boy, are you in for a treat. Join instructor Debbie W. in this two day class as she walks you through the steps of these great designs. There are so many great design packs to use for this pillow. Debbie will help you with the techniques used to make the blocks on part 1 of the class. Part 2 will be assembling the blocks and creating the pillow. See what fun you can have!
Class Dates
: Friday, August 25, 2017 and Friday, September 8, 2017
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm (Both Days)
Price
: $ 60.00 (covers both days)
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Scan-N-Cut Class - Out of the Box ...
OK, you have purchased your Scan-n-Cut machine and you have just pulled it out of the box,
NOW WHAT???
Join Marilyn U. as she helps you through the Scan-n-Cut basics. Learn how to load your mat, preview your designs and scan your fabric for the perfect fussy cut. Learn fabric techniques and preparation for the best cut.
We are not a Brother Authorized Training Center and our instructors are not certified by Brother. This class is user to user help.
Class Dates
: Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Price
: $ 35.00
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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School House Chenille Pillow
School House series class. A quick technique class featuring a new quilting or sewing technique or tool every month. Join Aloha Quilts' Carrie F. for this tropical class.
Class Dates
: Tuesday, September 4, 2017 or Saturday, September 9, 2017
Time: Tuesday 10:30 am - 1:30 pm or Saturday 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Price
: $ 10.00 - Optional Class Kit $38.95
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Traditional Hawaiian Applique' Workshop
Join Aloha Quilts' Carrie F. for this great workshop. Needle-turn applique "the Hawaiian way". Learn how to fold and cut a Hawaiian Quilt Pillow, needle-turn applique points, valley's and small circles.
Class Date
: Wednesday, September 6, 2017
Time: 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Price
: $ 30.00 plus required kit fee of $12.50
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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60 Degree Triangle Table Runner Class
This popular class has been asked for by so many, we have another class scheduled. Using a border print fabric, create a quick and easy table runner or topper. You will be using the 60 degree triangle ruler, rotary cutter & mat, and your sewing machine to create this wonderful runner.
Triangle Frenzy Runner pattern purchased separately.
Class Dates
: Saturday, September 9, 2017
Time: 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Price
: $ 30.00
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Shell Shelter Turtle Zip Bag Class
Join Aloha Quilts' Carrie F. as you learn a couple doll-making basics! Construct and embellish turtle holders with easy-zippered bottoms for sewing supplies, kids' treasures.
Class Date
: Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Time: 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Price
: $ 40.00 plus pattern fee
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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Scan - n - Cut - Class
The scan-n-cut Ornamental Table Quilt is coming back by popular demand. This time, the class will feature the use of Christmas fabrics to bring this great design into a festive spirit.
Class Dates
: Tuesday, September 19, 2017
Time: 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
Price
: $ 30.00
Click HERE for class
registration
or register in person.
Nonrefundable fee if you miss class. Space is limited.
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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, 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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Earth Angels Meeting . . .
Thank You All who attended the Earth Angels meeting in August. Thank you for supporting the community with your time and sewing skills as you create the wonderful tops for children in our area.
The next meeting is scheduled for
Monday, September 18, 2017. Start time is at 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
You don't have to be a member to help out. We do have the top kits at the shop if you are interested in sharing some of your time and love. Anyone can help out.
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