Whats New?

Here is what a few of our customers have been up to!

Oh - this is a beauty - I can't believe she really fussy cut ALL those little squares...but so worth it don't you think?  

Lucy Boston by Evelyn

So - you know the pies and tarts WIP on the wall in the class room???  Well...it's still there.  It is slowly growing, in fits and starts I think but drum roll please....here is a quilted, bound and Ta Dah finish of one - pretty spectacular!

Pies and Tarts by Evelyn

And here is  a bright finish for Janet - super fun version of the Gypsy Wife quilt.  Great job, and perfect binding finish!

Janet Starr Gypsy Wife Jen Kingwell pattern

This beauty came back from Laurie's quilter and it is special!  Laurie did an impressive job tackling the details in this quilt and a fine finish for sure.

Laurie Bingham

Carolyn Konig Pattern 

So even though my projects seem to be taking longer and longer to finish - seeing all these wonderful quilts coming together is a pretty good alternative!  Thank-you for sharing your projects and enjoying the process!

What are you making?

We are still getting re-organized after the Carolyn Konig workshops, and missing the great quilt we've had on display in the classroom for a few months.  We do have a few of the bundles left of fat-eighths that Carolyn selected with the Waddington Charm quilt in mind - of course they would work for any scrappy project that you had in mind, with a great mix of motif styles and soft colors.    

We have one more paper foundation class coming up on the 21st with Leslie - the color combinations are endless and it is a great way to try your hand and build your skills at paper piecing and scrap quilting!  These are the modern mini's featuring patterns from Sassafras Lane.

Check out the variation Mary stitched up from one of the earlier classes - we think it's pretty fun!

Here is a snap of the quilt market booth from Art Gallery Fabrics featuring the collection of Forest Floor fabrics which has just arrived - we have some projects underway so we'll have samples soon.  A unique color palette and fun motif's that work for both quilts and wearables.  

Forest Floor by Bonnie Christine for Art Gallery Fabrics

The latest edition of the Quilt Sampler magazine has arrived - and it's not too late to put on your creative hat and join the stitch panel challenge.  The deadline for projects is May 23rd, and you only have to use one portion of the panel in your project so you really have some great options!  We've seen a hint or two of fabric combinations but no big unveilings just yet!

  

Carolyn is in the House!

We are almost ready for our weekend workshop with Carolyn Konig  - and there's nothing like having an audience to speed the process along.  Carolyn will be in the shop this week!  If you happen to drop by, chances are you might see Carolyn sitting and stitching in our classroom - with of course the gorgeous backdrop quilt of Waddington Charm which we have had the pleasure of showcasing in the classroom for a bit now.  She is coming straight from Paducah, and has a great perspective to share with us on handstitching and Creating Heirlooms.  This is your chance to get an autographed copy of her book too... 

Thank you Carolyn for joining us and sharing your talents so generously!

We have a few spots left in the evening lecture on Friday the 29th, give us a call or stop by if you think you'd like to join us.  The fee is $10.00 and we know there will be some quilts for show and tell!

Carolyn Konig Workshop

We are starting to gear up for the Carolyn Konig workshops we will be fine-tuning the supply list and sourcing some materials in the coming days.  Thank-you so much for registering to those of you who jumped on board - we'll be touching base soon as we get the details nailed down.

Until the date arrives - here is some eye candy that Barbara Brackman posted on her blog Material Culture showcasing the recent exhibit of Carolyn's work held at the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum.  We are anxiously anticipating the arrival of the Waddington Charm quilt, to be shipped here from Colorado so we'll be able to feast our eyes on that soon!

We had a great time in our last tuffet class - each one has been different and they are a bit addictive as several customers have moved on to a second or third one!  We have one spot left in the class coming up on Friday the 26th.  After this, we'll have enough graduates that we may offer a class in the square shaped versions that are starting to appear so we have that to look forward to.  Here is a photo of some of the fabric variations from our earlier class - and below that is the set-up for the one Leslie shipped off to the other Washington for her daughter to enjoy.
 

Konig Workshop Details

Finally....the details you've been waiting for!  Don't wait ~ you'll want to run down to the shop, sign up on our website OR give us a phone call and we'll happily register you for the upcoming applique workshop with Carolyn Konig.  That will be two full days of stitching and creating...hope you are excited to learn some tips from Carolyn!

The project for the workshop is the Waddington Charm quilt, from Carolyn's book "Creating Heirlooms: One Stitch at a Time". The centerpiece of this quilt is the medallion, which combines applique, english paper piecing, and hand embroidery. Below is Carolyn's description about the design source for her quilt:

"The embroidery in the original exquisite British medallion coverlet was wrought in wool and silk thread. In the center, the maker stitched "Ann Stevenson 1734" but the actual coverlet wasn't completed until 1820-1840- a common practice of the day. Families often saved pieces of embroidery and incorporated them into later needlework projects."

Included in the price of the class is a lecture "Reproduction Quilting and Design Techniques" on Friday evening April 29th at 5:30pm.  Reservations are required, call or come in to register.  If you would still like to attend the lecture, but are not registering for the class, there is a $10.00 fee.

For details and to register online, visit our website: Two Thimbles Events

Waddington Charm Workshop

Saturday, April 30th AND Sunday, May 1st

10:00 am-4:30 pm

Cost: $200 for two-day workshop

More New Stuff

We are so excited to announce Carolyn's visit - we hope you'll reserve this date on your calendar and start planning for a fun couple of days.  We will finalize details before the end of the year - so watch for an update here or on the website.  

How about this charming dress - it's wash and wear knit and the perfect style for little gals that want to dress themselves...no zippers, no buttons, and comfy too!  We will have the pattern available soon, fabrics are in stock now!

 Matilda Dress Pattern by Violette Fields Threads

Charming Fractions Pattern by Mountainpeek Creations

You'll want to whip up one of these fat quarter friendly quilts soon - these are both patterns you may recognize as we've used them for other store samples.  They are versatile and easy to adjust for the quilt size of your choice.  Halloween isn't over yet....

Intrigue Pattern by Villa Rosa Designs

We've got some great new batiks, backgrounds and other new fabrics loading up the shelves - new treats from quilt market are starting to arrive as well so stop by in between the rain showers!

Bali Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics

Modern Background Paper by Zen Chic

Happy Happy Halloween, and enjoy the chocolate!