Busy, fun week.

Last week was a busy, fun-filled week. I started it 

with 5 days spent with these guys.

We had a great time. Here's a break for hot cocoa after playtime in the snow.

Love those rosy cheeks.

And they were so helpful. 

Cal had his first sewing lesson, mending the holes in the knee of his pants.

He was very patient and did a great job.

While in town, I met with quilting friend, Diane Larson, to learn the One Block Wonder quilt made from panels. This is the panel we started with. You start with 7 panels. Stack 6, matching designs, and save 1. From the stacked panels, cut triangles to make One Block Wonder blocks (see book). Then arrange them around the 1 saved panel.

The twins were very helpful in this, too. Calvie was making pizzas with his pieces and Liv tried to find the match for her pieces.

The next day, with the kids all back in school, Diane and I met again to play with the lay out. Isn't this getting prettier?

And I ended the week with these 2 at my house, nieces Lindsay and Jill.

Jill was working on her first quilt and did a very nice job. We had it quilted by the end of the day.



Lindsay came with 4 quilt tops and she got them all quilted that day. Plus she drove 2 1/2 hours to get here and 2 1/2 hours back home. Oh to be that young again! I am so glad they came and we look forward to scheduling another Sew Day at Aunt Jac's.

T Shirt Quilt

This is what I have been working on during our cold snap. It's for a silent auction school fundraiser at the grand kids school, Roland-Story. Being a Scandinavian Community, they are the Norsemen. Notice the little pillow with Norsemen warrior  braids. That is my favorite shirt.


Olivia verified the snugability.

Time for a winter quilt'n party!

More new fabrics - -

In preparation for our Fresh Beginnings Party on February 23, we have lots of new fabric, new gift items and new shop samples coming in.

Knit Chicks

And Wing and a Prayer, panel and beautiful coordinates.

New Patriotic Fabrics

Just in, a 20 bolt assortment of red, white and blue batiks. 

Treats for your Valentine

No Bake Chocolate Protein Balls

Ingredients

·       3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons peanut butter

·       1/4 cup maple syrup

·       2 teaspoons water

·       1 teaspoon vanilla extract

·       2/3 cup almond flour

·       3 tablespoons cocoa powder

·       6 tablespoons dark chocolate chips 

Mix well and roll into small balls.  Can refrigerate or freeze

Options:

You can add flax seed to make it healthier. I also added slivered almonds that I had toasted. 

Use Almond Butter in place of Peanut Butter if dealing with peanut allergies.

Tidying Up

Today, I cleaned out my sewing caddy.

This is everything that was in the caddy before. Oh my.

And here it is after.

Sweet Heart Pattern

From Pinterest, isn't this a cute block?

Here is it used in a straight setting and in an on point setting.

Purple Bag Drawing

It's the first of the month and time to draw from our purple bag. The winner of this kit is - - - - Deb Schemmel. Come in and pick up your prize, Deb! Congrats.

Larry's quilts

Larry Reed stopped by, looking for a flannel coordinate. He brought these quilt tops to show. Larry said he likes to keep busy when the cold air keeps him inside.

Larry created this lay out to make a heart in the center. Focus on the green squares to see the heart. This is for grandchild #9!

As you may notice, he has quite a collection of tractor and barn fabrics.

Thanks for sharing, Larry!

Back in stock - - -

Lonnie made this beautiful quilt last fall and we immediately sold out of the fabrics. We re-ordered and they just came in. Want a kit? Call soon.

Looking for a volunteer

Customers have made 2 Comfort Quilts for us to donate to the Mercy PICU. We donated the fabrics and supplies, Deb Semmens donated the machine quilting. Now we are looking for someone to sew on the binding. It can be finished by hand or by machine.  Give us a call at 515-993-1170. Thanks!

Tan and Teal

Had a customer in today looking for tan and teal to make a quilt block. Teal can be hard to define, as can tan. Aren't these colors pretty together.

Sue R was in recently and showed this quilt she is making for a friend in the military. The request was for a yellow, grey and black quilt and Sue felt this pattern was appropriate. I agree.

Other New Stuff

Laurel Burch is in the house with these great bags---

and pretty scarves.

Also new, gauzy scarves with flag print.

New Fabrics

Spring Theory from Dear Stella. Aren't these pretty?

From Moda, additions to our patriotics.

Donut Day!

Visit us in the quilt shop on Thursday this week to celebrate Lonnie's birthday with a donut. Her bday is actually the day before but - - - even in Adel, Wednesdays forecast is borderline lovely. The donuts are free and the new fabrics coming in are gorgeous!

Looking for a Featherweight?

Russ Beaman has restored this Featherweight and has it for sale, $395. It's a 221-K, 1953-54.  Call Russ at 515-993-3250.

New Littles

Introducing a new series of "Littles". These 12" quilts can hang from a 12" counter stand or occupy a small space on a wall or door. Great for decorating cubicles or nursing home rooms. All are available in kit, of course.

Little Valentine

Little Pine Tree

Little Music

Little Halloween

Little Hens.

Sewing with pals.

I was invited to sew with a few quilter friends last weekend and here are a few of the quilt tops that came together. Good times.

Machine Repair

I am often asked for contact information for our local sewing machine repairman.  Note this for future reference. He does a great job:

Russ Beaman

1403 Maple Dr

Adel, IA

phone: 515-993-3250