The Quiltzette

September 7, 2015

It's Time to Create the Sewing Room of Your Dreams - and SAVE!

Summer is semi-officially over. Kids are back in school. Gardens are starting to wind down. Visiting relatives have gone home. Finally . . . time to get back to sewing and quilting. Having a pleasing, functional space to express creativity makes any hobby/craft/art more fun and the maker more productive. Cortez Quilt Company is here to help you create the sewing room of your dreams. From September 8-19 only we're offering the entire line of Horn of American sewing room furniture at 25% off.

We have the the three pieces shown here on display at the shop. We also have a catalog detailing many other models. Horn sewing room furniture is made in America and delivered right to your door. The acrylic inserts in the sewing tables are custom cut for your machine. Sewing on a perfectly flat surface is so nice!

Don't miss out on this special offer. We will not have Horn of America furniture on sale again until 2016.

It's that time of year again . . . 25% off BERNINA presser feet! September 10-14 only. Make your list and come on in to pick up or order the feet you've been dreaming about. And, yes, the BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) is included in this 25% off deal.

The other special deal for this same time period is the BERNINA 215 for only $699. This is an excellent price on a wonderful, portable sewing machine. Thinking about a holiday gift for someone special? Buy a 215 NOW and and save. We'll keep it hidden here at the shop for you until December.

Need more incentive to shop? For the first time since we've been an authorized BERNINA dealer we're able to offer 0% financing on purchases of only $500 or more. Get more information on financing here.

Remember, both of these offers are available from September 10-14 only.
That's this coming Thursday through next Monday. Don't miss out!

New Books

We've been shopping for books. Stop by to see these and other recent arrivals.

Beautiful winter/holiday quilts and table runners in this book.

Great variety of Christmas projects.

Keeping it simple.

Hand applique, anyone?

Number one selling quilt book in the country right now.

Includes a CD.

Upcoming Adult Classes

Criss Cross Pocket Apron
Thursday, September 10, 2015
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
$35, pattern required

Think of everyone you know (in addition to yourself, of course!) who would love to have one of these cute aprons. Perfect for anyone who needs small items at their fingertips . . . a server in a restaurant, an artist, quilter, cook, hairdresser, child doing a craft project, and the list goes on. This pattern also includes a matching potholder, bag to hold a batch of prepared cookie mix, and a recipe. The three items together would make the most perfect hostess gift. Judy Bryan will teach this class. See all three samples at the shop.

The Scrappers
Friday, September 11, 2015
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Free

Join The Scrappers and spend the second Friday of every other month working on a scrap quilt of your choice. You’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish during a full day of sewing without the distractions of home! Each time you attend you’ll receive a bonus scrap bag to add to your collection or trade with others while you sew. Attendance at The Scrappers is FREE but space is limited so do call ahead to reserve your seat in the classroom.

Beginning Paper Piecing
Saturday, September 12, 2015
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
$35, book required

Paper piecing is easy once you train your brain to think upside down and backwards. Okay, seriously . . . Judy Bryan can teach you to paper piece. Choose one or more blocks from the book shown here to make in class and you’ll be on your way to paper piecing paradise. Sign up today. Class limited to six students.

Beginning Quilting
Two Thursdays: September 17 & 24
9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. both days
$119 (includes fabric, supplies, and the use of a BERNINA sewing machine)

Master the basics of piecing and quilting in this two-session class. You’ll choose four fabrics and make a beautiful quilted 35″ x 35″ wall hanging/table topper. Learn how to measure, cut, piece, press, machine quilt, and attach binding. This class will give you the skill and confidence you need to become an accomplished quilter. Class taught by Karen Childress.

Check out the full class schedule here.

Upcoming Youth Classes

Pencil Case
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
THREE SPACES LEFT IN THIS CLASS!
Elementary school students: 2:00 – 5:00
Middle school students: 3:15 – 6:00
$30 (includes fabric, supplies, and the use of a BERNINA sewing machine)

This cute pencil case is lined with iron on vinyl, has chalkboard fabric on the front to write your name or make notes, and zips closed. Perfect for school or home.

Youth Beginning Quilting
Six Weeks: September 16 & 23, October 21 & 28, November 18, December 2
Elementary school students: 2:00 – 5:00
Middle school students: 3:15 – 6:00
$119 (includes fabric, supplies, and the use of a BERNINA sewing machine)

Master the basics of piecing and quilting in this six-session class. You’ll choose four fabrics and make a beautiful quilted 35″ x 35″ wall hanging/table topper. Learn how to measure, cut, piece, press, machine quilt, and attach binding. This class will give you the skill and confidence you need to become an accomplished quilter.

Click here to see the full youth schedule and details on each class.

Tip of the Week

In honor of Labor Day The Tip is taking a day off to rest and renew. The Tip will be back next week.

"Rules like 'don't wear white after Labor Day' or 'shoes matching the handbag' are antiquated. Modern women should feel free to experiment." ~ Stacy London, author of the New York Times Bestseller The Truth About Style