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The Quiltzette
January 30, 2017
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In This Issue . . .
• January UFOs Due Tuesday
• Job Opening
• Quilt Shop Classes
• Yarn Shop Classes
• Fiber Friday Demo: Drop Spindle
• New Malabrigo
• Embroidery Make & Take February 7
• 60-Month Financing Coming Your Way
• BERNINA 770QE is back in stock
• The Tip: Save Those Small Batting Scraps
• Weekly Spotlight Item - Save 20%
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January UFO DeadlineBring in the projects you registered for January by 6 p.m. on Tuesday. We'll draw two winners on February 1. Register three new UFOs from February 1-10, and you'll have until the end of the month to get those done and be entered to win a $50 gift certificate. Full details on our home page. |
Job OpeningInterested in a career change? We have an opening. The job involves providing superior service to customers in both our yarn and quilt/fabric departments. Knitting and/or crocheting experience is required. Sewing and/or quilting experience is preferred. Retail experience is a plus. Computer skills are a must. The ideal candidate will: be happy, energetic, have a positive attitude, and enjoy people; learn quickly and have the ability to multi-task; be organized, self-directed, possess a strong work ethic, be confident and have the ability to listen well and communicate clearly; be respectful and committed to the success of our business. This position is full-time (32-40 hours per week) including some Saturdays and occasional evenings. Benefits include paid time off, a bonus program, employee discounts, and a pleasant work environment. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in being considered for this position, please click here to download an application and then either deliver or mail it to Cortez Quilt Company & Yarn Shop, 40 West Main Street, Cortez, CO, 81321. We are open Monday-Saturday from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. No phone calls, please. If you have applied in the past we have your resume on file so there is no need to re-apply. Thanks! |
Quilt Shop Classes This Week
YOUTH CLASS: Valentine Penny Pocket
Friday, February 3, 2017
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
$25, includes supplies This youth class is for intermediate students (no first-timers, please). Make this cute little triangle shaped pocket and fill it candy or anything you’d like. Techniques include: using rotary cutter and scissors, precise 1/4 inch seams, making yo-yos, prairie points, and sewing on a strap. Aimee King will teach this class. |
First Saturday Make & Take: Box It Up
Saturday, February 4, 2017
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$10, pattern required This is a “snap happy” pattern that uses metal carpenters tape to make a sturdy little box. The vinyl mesh make it both durable and attractive (we have it in many colors). Great catchall box to use in your sewing room, kitchen, office, or even the car. Pattern includes three sizes. Judy Bryan will teach this class. |
More Quilting/Sewing/Embroidery Classes Tuesday, February 7 - Embroidery Make & Take (details) Wednesday, February 9 - YOUTH CLASS, Best of Show Stuffed Dog (details) Friday, February 10 - Sassy Little Apron (details) Saturdays, February 18 & 25 - Beginning Quilting (details) |
Yarn Shop ClassesEasy Fingerless Mitts
Saturday, February 4, 2017
10:00 – 5:00 p.m.
$29, plus supplies Learn to knit in the round using double point needles while making these simple fingerless mitts. This class is suitable for beginning knitters (and above) as long as you know how to cast on, bind off, knit, and purl. |
Garment Knit-A-Long (KAL)
Every Tuesday Beginning February 21, 2017
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Free with purchase of yarn
Tired of making scarves and hats? Want to sink your teeth into something a bit more challenging? Are you ready to knit a sweater, vest or skirt? With purchase of yarn we invite you to join our Garment KAL beginning February 21. Come to the store by February 10 and we’ll help you select a pattern and order the yarn of your choice. During the KAL, we’ll help you through any rough spots you might encounter and you’ll enjoy moral support and encouragement from your fellow knitters. More Yarn Shop ClassesFriday, 2/10 - Knitting 102 (details) Saturday, 2/11 - How to Adjust Patterns (details) Wednesday, 2/15 - Knit Your First Sock (details) Saturday, 3/4 - Needle Felting (details) |
Friday Fiber Demo: Drop SpindleFriday, February 3, 2017
12:30 – 1:00 p.m.
Free Drop spindles have been around for thousands of years and were the primary spinning tool until the Middle Ages. Early spindles were made with wood and stone, ceramic, bone or other heavy material for the whorl. Today’s spinners use a variety of simple and exotic spindles. Join us for a demonstration of spinning using a drop spindle. |
New Malabrigo!Beautiful new sock weight and Rasta from Malabrigo came in last week. Don't wait . . . this tends to fly off the shelves very quickly. |
Embroidery Make & Take
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
$29, includes all supplies Join Cindy and Ann for Embroidery Make & Take this month and make a zippered pouch completely “in the hoop.” That’s right . . . you’ll even insert a zipper using your embroidery machine. How cool is that? All supplies and your pattern are included. Sign up today! |
Back In Stock!The BERNINA 770 Quilters Edition - one of our favorites - is back in stock. Come try it out and prepare to fall in love! This machine qualifies for the 60 month financing offer. |
The Tip: Clean Up with Scrap BattingThe other evening I was cleaning up my sewing room after finishing a project. I usually grab the little swiffer gadget to get all of the lint and threads off my cutting and sewing tables. This time, I noticed a small batting scrap destined for the trash bin and started dusting with it instead of tossing it. Amazing results. Give it a go. Next I'm going to try attaching a slightly larger scrap to the long-handle swiffer I use to pick up Lucy hair off the vinyl floors. ~ Karen |
Books!Our spotlight item this week . . . all full priced books. We have a great selection in stock. Pick your favorites and get started on a new project this week. Limit 3 per person at 20% off. Offer expires on Saturday, February 4 at 6 p.m. Limited to stock on hand. No phone orders. You MUST mention that you saw this offer in the Quiltzette to receive the discount.
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“Mystery is at the heart of creativity. That, and surprise.” ~ Julia Cameron |
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