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• Newsletter & Class Schedule for High Country Quilts • 2013 • $2.00 At High Country Quilts? Wow! High Country Quilts is 30 years old! Be sure to watch for unadvertised specials happening throughout 2013 in celebration of our great customers. We wouldn't be here without you. We have lots of new projects to inspire you and some fun events to keep you laughing and stitching. As usual, we have innovative technique classes as well as new blocks of the months, some of which celebrate the history of our country. We have some great new classes for you machine embroidery enthusiasts. Hoop Sisters is back, with a lovely "Feathered Star" quilt... completely embroidered and quilted in the hoop. Stop in and check our new lines of embroidery designs by Purley Gates and Turnberry Stitches,as well as some returning favorites. We are also expecting a visit from Angie Steveson of Lunch Box Quilts in March for a trunk show, lecture, and workshop. And for you "globetrotters", we have two fun getaways just for you.We are in the planning stage of our 2014 Quilters Cruise. Keep tuned in for upcoming informational “get-togethers”. For 2013,we have a fun Mystery Retreat planned at the Hideaway. Join us for a week of fun, food, and stitching. And now a class that some of you have been "expecting", the Stork Club, where we will be sewing useful accessories for "9 months" while waiting for baby! All projects, from bibs to blankets, will be small and simple. As dealers for both Bernina and APQS, we have never been prouder. Bernina's New 7 Series is not only big, but beautiful; and at a price point everyone can afford. APQS now has one of the most up to date computer systems on the market. Beautiful quilting is right at the tip of your fingers. Stop in for a complimentary test drive. Come in and wish us "Happy Birthday"; we'd love to see you! Have a 'pieceful' day, Jean and Karen Blocks of the Month & Clubs Clubs continue to comprise more and more of our sure to be something for everyone! We will have samples calendar. If you are looking for a great way to make new from each of our clubs available,so stop in and browse.We are friends that share your interest in quilting and sewing, this very happy to help you find the perfect fit. is for you. Each of our clubs is a little bit different; there is BRODERIE PERSE BLOCK STRIP CLUB OF THE MONTH Instructor: Staff Instructor:Anita Level:All Level:All Class fee: $10 Registration fee: $25 Pattern: Included Monthly Kit fee: $10/10 months Date: Last Friday of Jan, Apr, Date: 2nd Wed starting in Jul, Oct....................2:00-5:00 Feb........................................10:00-1:00 If you haven't made it to Join Anita for this very different block of the month our "Strip Club" yet, put it on your calendar! We meet once spanning 10 months. Broderie Perse is a style of 17th century a quarter to use those pre-cut jelly rolls or 2-1/2" strips we appliqué embroidery which uses printed elements to create cut from our stash to make a great quilt! a scene on the background fabric CHARM SCHOOL FARMER'S WIFE Instructor: Staff Instructor: Karen Level:All Level:All Kit fee: $25 Registration fee: $30 Date: Last Friday of Feb, May, Aug, Monthly kit fee: $10 Nov..........................................2:00-5:00 Book: Included Come and join us quarterly to make a Date: 2ndThur.....................2:00-4:00 great little project using 5" x 5" charm The lovely new book Farmer’s Wife squares! The projects are always small, and most can be takes us through numerous pattern blocks using reproduc- finished during class. Charm pack and pattern included. tion fabrics. Choose your favorites to create the perfect size Some projects may require additional fabric. and special effect you like. Join us in making this old- fashioned quilt top—a fun addition to your own home KITCHEN COMPANIONS décor or a special gift for a treasured friend or loved one. Instructor: Pat Level:All OPERATION KID COMFORT Class fee: $12.95 Join us for rewarding volunteer Pattern: Included work to make quilts and pillowcases Date: 2nd Fri of for children of deployed military month..............................2:00-5:00 parents.Donated fabric and supplies Potholder club has expanded to complete quilts and pillowcases include other projects that are useful both in and out of the that showcase photo transfer kitchen. Join the fun while learning new quilting blocks. Bring your sewing machines and creativity! techniques to make great gifts or brighten up your kitchen. Remember this project when “thinning out” your fabric stash!! DEAR JANE CLUB Date: Last Tuesday..................................................12:00-5:00 Instructor: Michelle No meeting in December Level:All Class Fee: $5 FINISH IT! Book: Required Level:All Date:1st Wed of month...........2:00-4:00 Fee: $5 Due to an overwhelming number Date:Last Friday of Mar,Jun,Sep,and Dec...............2:00-5:00 of requests, we are offering our own Come sit and socialize while you finish those projects! “Dear Jane” club for all of you enthusiasts. Come stitch, share tips and techniques, and maybe even swap a few of your favorites from your stash! 2 A YEAR OF SCHNIBBLES SYLVIA'S BRIDAL SAMPLER Instructor: Michelle Instructor: Michelle Level:All Level:Adv. Beginner Class fee: $15 Class fee:$5/ month Pattern: Included Date: 3rd Sat of month…...........2:00-4:00 Date: 1st Wed of month...........11:00-1:00 Sylvia’s Bridal Sampler is a 140 block A "Schnibble" (german) is a scrap of sampler quilt that is made by the fabric; a leftover bit of cloth, or a small characters in the novel,The Master Quilter piece. Bring your shnibbles and we'll supply the pattern. by Jennifer Chiaverini. Join Michelle as she walks you through the construction of your very own CRABAPPLE HILL GANG bridal sampler. "A GARDENER'S ALPHABET” BLOCK OF THE MONTH CRAZY FOR WOOL "Woolie Instructor: Linda Celebrations" Level:All Instructor: Cathy Registration: $100 Level:All Monthly kit fee: $9.99/12 months Registration fee: $75 Pattern, crayons and $25 Gift Monthly Kit Fee: $15.99/12 months Certificate included for border purchase Date: Last Saturday...10:00-12:00 OR Date: 2nd Sat of month...........................................1:00-3:00 1:00-3:00 The 22 blocks in this beautiful 64"x73" botanical quilt OR Tuesday Jan 22, Feb 19, Mar 26, Apr 23, May 21, are broken into 12 patterns.The richly embroidered blocks Jun 25, ............................................................10:00-12:00 are crayon tinted for added dimension and realism. The OR 1:00-3:00 monarch butterfly could practically flutter off the quilt, and Explore the art of dimensional wool appliqué,in addition I swear I can smell the wild roses! Large size patterns and to traditional piecing techniques, as we create four small crayons included quilts to decorate your table or wall.With each new season, "Wooly Celebrations" will add the perfect touch of warmth SISTERHOOD OF QUILTERS and nostalgia to your home Welcome to the Sisterhood of Quilters.The Sisterhood of Quilters was STORK CLUB started with the belief in teamwork and Instructor: Jean the conviction that girlfriend time is so Level: Beginner very important, even in this day and Class fee: $25 age. The Mission of the Sisterhood of Pattern: Included Quilters is to provide a Circle of Date: 2nd Sat .........................4:00-6:00 Friendship where all are Welcome and Exceptions...no class in Jan,June,or Dec Honored to share Girlfriend Wisdom and their Love of Join us for 9 months of getting ready Quilting.What a great way to meet others who share your for baby! Super easy projects from bibs to blankets....there's love of quilting. something for everyone. Date:First Friday of month......................................2:00-5:00 FREEDOM RINGS BLOCK OF JO'S LITTLE WOMEN'S CLUB THE MONTH Instructor: Deb Instructor: Jean Level:All Level:Advanced beginner Registration: $100 Civil War Registration: $25 Reproduction Tower Monthly Kit Fee: $24.99/month for Class fee: $5 12 months Date:2nd Fri .............................10:00-1:00 Date: Starts November 2012 OR 3rd Sat.................................10:00-1:00 October 2013 OR join anytime as a “pick up & go” You are invited to step back in time 2nd Saturday of each month...............................10:00-11:00 and join Deb for an old fashioned monthly gathering. High Country Quilts proudly presents a brand new block of Members will make “new stitching friends” and enjoy the the month, “Freedom Rings”. You will appreciate the rich process of making small quilts and needful things to enjoy tones and classic motifs of this patriotic quilt that was in your homes or give as gifts. All projects are made using inspired by an antique coverlet. The Freedom Rings BOM ‘Jo’ fabric by Andover fabrics. includes the fabrics for quilt top and binding along with the pattern. Backing is available separately.This quilt measures “88 x 88". 3 SPRING BOUQUET BLOCK SEW & TELL CLUB OF THE MONTH FREE TO ALL FIRST YEAR BERNINA Level:All OWNERS!! Registration: $50 Instructor: Staff Monthly kit fee: $29.99/13 months Level:All Date: Pickup & Go Class fee: $3 or $36/year This is a Block of the Month (BOM) Date: 1st Wed. Evening......5:30-7:30 featuring Batik fabrics by Moda. We (NOTICE OUR ADDITIONAL TIME)! are offering a 13 month pickup and OR 1st Thu Morning.........11:00-1:00 go BOM which includes pattern and fabric.