The Old Creamery Quilt Shop Open Monday – Friday 10-5 Saturday 9-4 (320) 749-2420 Website - www.oldcreameryquiltshop.com Follow us on Facebook – 120 Superior Street the old creamery quilt shop Randall, Mn 56475
2017 October 2017
It is the end of September and in Minnesota the fall colors are in peak form, soon to be replaced by falling leaves. Pumpkins are on doorsteps, Halloween is on display in stores. With much cooler temperatures looming on the horizon, it’s time once again to dust off the sewing machine. Fall is a great time to cozy up to your machine and spend some time crafting on chilly autumn days! Find fabrics that are rich in color and patterns with autumn motifs, and you will have a sensational time sewing projects perfect for the fall season.
We have continued to improve our new classroom by purchasing new sewing machines available for your use. If you are taking a class and wish to use one of our machines, please call to reserve one to ensure there are enough machines set up.
Creamery Classes… Please see the website for supplies needed for each class
Knitting Block of the Month 2nd Monday of every month The Great American Aran Afghan Fee: $12.50 for the book
“Fly The Coop” Quilt, 57” x 57”, Oct. 12 and 26 from 10:00 to 1:00, Nov. 4 from 9:30 to 2:30, Fee: $45 plus kit This is a three session class using the “Fly The Coop” kit featuring fabrics. The first two sessions will feature instructions on the two main blocks in this quilt and the last session will instruct you on the border blocks and will include plenty of sewing time. The last session will be held on deer hunting opener so when the rest of the family goes on their adventurous quest for the wily whitetail, you can “fly the coop” and join us for this hen party! This class will feature instruction on applique and piecing. Kit tops will be available at The Creamery for $55.00.
Little Charmers IV Tablerunner, Oct. 16 from 1:00 to 4:00. Fee: $20 plus pattern fee of $8.50 or kit fee of $27.99 which includes fabric for the top. This is a beginner/intermediate class featuring the Mango Tango runner from the Little Charmers IV pattern pack. It’s a 12” x 34.5” runner designed by Heather Mulder Peterson from Anka’s Treasures. Additional fabric will be required for the backing.
Pillowcases for Kids, Oct. 20 from 1:00 to 5:00, (Friday of MEA) Fee: $20 includes fabric Sign your children up for a beginning quilting class to prevent the dreaded words…”I’m bored!” Breaktime is the perfect time to teach your children the basics of quilting. Instruction will feature the burrito method.
Hand Spinning Workshop, Oct, 21, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. $65.00 Whether you are a beginner or advanced spinner, bring your spinning wheel to get acquainted and inspired. Don’t have a wheel (yet!), come try one out. Explore your wheel settings for spinning success; ratios, Z or S spin, worsted or woolen, short draw or long draw. The emphasis in this workshop will be on spinning techniques and control to create the yarns you want. Fiber preparation will be discussed so if you have hand carders, bring them along.
Knitted/Felted Clogs, Oct. 26, 27, and 28, 1:00 to 3:00 This class is free when you purchase your wool at the Creamery. Class will include the pattern. Just bring your knitting needles. You must know how to knit and purl.
Borders and Binding, Oct. 30, 1:00 to 3:00 Fee: $20 Have you ever viewed a quilt with more waves in the borders than Princess Kay in her first parade? Would you like to bring your next quilt to a beautiful conclusion? A special border or edge treatment might be just what it needs. Bring only paper and pencil, and listen and learn without having to work on a project in class. Learn the fundamental techniques for creating borders including mitered corners. Discover clever tips and techniques for creating and sewing bindings.
Go to our website to sign up for classes online or call (320) 749-2420 to sign up. Our website will include the supplies you will need for class or come early and we will be happy to assist you with finding whatever you need. A 10% percent discount will be given on class day only for any merchandise purchased. http://www.oldcreameryquiltshop.com/classes.htm
Fiber Arts at the Old Creamery The Fiber Arts Trail has come and gone and it was a success beyond our wildest dreams! We had over 500 people who came to see us…to view our Woolen Mill operations and many first timers who had never been to our quilt shop. It was an exciting weekend for everyone and we are so grateful that we have individuals in Minnesota who love fiber as much as we do. Winners of the large prizes that day were Shelly Streed, Jeanie McCoy, Carol Lange, Kathy Enns, Mary Fuechtman, Sue Lieser, Phylis Plattner, Lois Erickson.
The hidden needle—Did you spot it? Our lottery draw of those turning in the correct location of the hidden needle is Penny Schmidt who will receive a charm pack of their choosing. We had no submissions for naming the longarm machine, so our current longarmer bestowed on it the name of Sassie! Her reason: Sassie is someone who can be your best friend or your worst enemy. She can be very loud and talkative—humming when she is happy or talking back by beeping at you continuously when she thinks you’re wrong! She might annoy you at times but is still very lovable. She may look like she tries very hard but really couldn’t care less by acting up when she knows you are in a hurry. She is quite smart and extremely creative. She is very open to trying new things, but has a hard time getting herself to do them without some help. Although she is usually very busy doing her thing, she is the one you want to hang around!
The Woolen Mill We are busy processing wool! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, to see all the new products we are working on. https://www.facebook.com/oldcreamerywoolenmill/
New Stuff, Old Stuff, and Just Sew You Know Stuff!
Sit ‘n Sew--Did you know that you are welcome to come and sew in the Creamery Classroom anytime there is not a class scheduled? The Creamery will be hosting a “Sit, Sew ‘n Save” from 10:30 to 4:00 pm for a full day of sewing, conversation, and FUN the 2nd Friday of every month. Bring your own machine, a quilt project, lunch, and a friend if you’d like. We have sewing stations, a cutting station, and an ironing station with a display wall being planned. If you wish to improve your quilting skills, the Creamery staff will be available for encouragement and help if needed. We would love to share our knowledge; or just get a chance to see what you all are working on these days. We love show and tell and projects by others always provide inspiration for the group. Come and join us for a day of sewing and fun! You will receive a 15% discount off any merchandise purchased on that day only. Call to reserve your spot as there are nine spots available.
You know that feeling when you’ve finished all of your quilting projects and your sewing room is perfectly clean? … Me neither.
On your next visit to The Creamery, check out some of our many kits currently available.
Sunrise Stag Majestic Blooms Moose in the Holly Kit: $124.99 Kit: $38.99 Kit: $45.99 Pattern: $12.99 Pattern: $9.00
New Fabric Lines: My Little Sunshine Artichoke Garden Majestic Moose Bernatex Westminster Northcott
We also have 12 new cream tone on tone fabrics added to our extensive line of Apple Cider fabrics. More new fabric lines coming soon!
Members of our Creamery family recently answered this question, “What I like about Fall…”
The cooler weather and the changing colors of the leaves…Ruth
The mist on the river and the ducks and geese flying…and the Great Pumpkin!..Becky
With the rich fall palette of colors such as rust and burnt orange, decorating is such fun. I also enjoy spending time in the woods hunting and it’s a great season for baking and canning…and the kids are back in school!...Janelle
Jumping in the leaves!…Eva (age 6)
The air is cool and refreshing and the colors are so vibrant. There is something really pretty about seeing the leaves change colors to reds and oranges and browns…Linda
Sweater weather and spending evenings wrapped in my favorite flannel quilt planning my next quilting project…Dee
Love the cooler weather and colorful leaves, but NOT looking forward to the season that comes next!...Eileen
Apple picking, baking, and the smells of the crisp morning air…Mary
Give a quilter an inch and she’ll think she’s a ruler!
Creamery Classroom Schedule 2017 October
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
8 6:00 – 8:00 9 10 11 10:00 – 1:00 12 10:30 – 4:00 13 14 Knit Block of “Fly The Sit ‘n Sew ‘n the Month Coop” Quilt Save
15 1:00 – 4:00 16 17 18 19 1:00 – 5:00 20 9:00 – 4:00 21 Little Pillowcases Spinning Charmers IV for Kids Workshop Tablerunner (Upstairs) 22 23 24 25 10:00 – 1:00 26 1:00 – 3:00 27 1:00 – 3:00 28
“Fly The Coop” Knit/Felted Knit/Felted Quilt Knit/Felted Clogs Clogs Clogs 29 1:00 – 3:00 30 31 Oct. 26,27,28 Borders and 1:00 – 3:00 Bindings
Beginner Intermediate Advanced Knitting Weaving (Upstairs)