The Yardstick 2010 Summer Newsletter

May 2010

Upcoming Seminars at The Yardstick

Floriani Stabilizer Seminar will be held on June 1 and 2. There will be 3 separate sessions, 10-2 on June 1st, 5:30 - 9:30 on June 1st and 10-2 on June 2nd. Each session will be $25 for the 4 hour seminar. Those attending will receive a free gift from Floriani and The Yardstick. Some sessions are approaching there space limit. Sign up early if interested.

Sew Trendy Techniques Seminar is being presented by Chris Dolinar a sewing ambassador from Husqvarna Viking at The Best Western of Cobleskill on Tues, July 15th. The fee of $40 for the seminar will include lunch poolside, inspiration, information and door prizes. Please sign up early if interested.

A seminar has just been arranged with Kothy Hafersat, software and quilting expert. Final arrangement as to content has not been finalize yet. One topic planned is an introduction to the newest software version - 5D and all the new features yet to be revealed in July at convention. Small tidbits are being added to the Husqvarna Viking website each month as we approach launch day.

New at The Yardstick

The new kits that are available for purchase are Heritage Rose quilt done in fun Spring colors. The second new kit is all done in batiks and is called Desert Nine Patch with a soft color range, set on point.

There are several new purse samples, casserole carriers and a favorite of most is the Yoyo monkey sample.

There are a variety of yoyo makers in stock that you can use to make butterflies, a clover, and several sizes of standard round yoyos from super jumbo to super small. The most popular new ruler is the double diamond ruler that has been hard to keep in stock.

Crazy Compass

We have been enjoying the learning. The last class is scheduled for July when we will be learning the last skill, putting the blocks together. We hope to have a display of the crazy compass quilts this fall so everyone can come and marvel at what we can do with an embroidery machine and quilting. The last set of dates is Wed June 16 and Sat June 26 for block nine and Wed July 14 and Sat June 24 for putting it all together.

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Hoopsisters Mystery Quilt

There is a new challenge that will be taking place throughout the month of June, a Mystery Quilt designed by the Hoopsisters. Easy to pick out fabrics - pick a light, medium, dark of 2 colors of fabric, then pick a contrast fabric. This is a 6 week program allow you to download 7 blocks each week, creating a row a week. A total of 42 different blocks, with stitching time for each under 25 minutes per block. Mystery quilt fee is just $59. More details coming soon.

2010 Mystery Quilt will be download only. At the time of sign up you will be asked who your favorite dealer is. Sign up starts June 1st on www.hoopsisters.com.

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TNT or Texture and Techniques

This is the newest Embroidablock Quilt being offered and we will be starting our monthly meeting in September. The time frame will be the same as the Crazy Compass Embroidablock, 10 months with a different block and techniques for each month. There is less embroidery, but with the addition of traputo, candlewicking, tucks and ribbon inserts. If you are interested in joining put September 15th or 25th on your calendar. More information will be sent out when the dates get closer.

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Designer Diamond Technique Studio

Diamond Technique Studio classes are scheduled for June 19th at 10am, July 17th at 10am, August 21 at 10am, and September 11 at 10am. Each month in class we will touch on a different technique or two. We will learn more about our machines or explore deeper into the machine features you may already be enjoying. There is no charge for Designer Diamond owners who purchased their machines at The Yardstick.

2010 Hoopsisters MysteryBeginning Quilting- Half Log Cabin

Beginning Quilting - Half Log Cabin

Wed, May 19 & 26 10-1 or 6-9

With Betsy Beginner - $ 25 + supplies

Our beginning quilting project for this session is the Half Log Cabin quilt. The segments are constructed in the same manner each time. Varying the color and fabric choices as well as placement of the block segments creates a different look each time. It can be made as large or small as you please. Pattern required

4 sided placematWeaver Fever

Weaver Fever

Thurs, June 3 & 17 10-1 or 6-9

With Betsy Beginner + - $25 + supplies

This is a lovely quilt that looks advanced. The pieces look small but the process is easy and the results are awesome. Book required.

4 sided placemat4 Sided Placemat

4 Sided Placemat

Friday, June 11 10-1 or 6-9

With Anita Beginner - $18 + supplies

The is a unique placemat which can be created and used for 4 different holidays, or 4 different seasons or 4 different occasions depending on the fabric you choose. A great first project with easy instructions, go home with a finished project. Pattern required.

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4 sided placematFire Escape Quilt

Fire Escape

Saturday, June 12 10-4

With Anita Beginner - $25 + supplies

From West Side Story to Rent, fire escapes have inspired many dramatic moments. Who knows, maybe you will be inspired you'll write a musical to go with your quilt! Stair steps of colors separated by a contrast square. Make it in shades of your favorite color. Pattern required.

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4 sided placematTwo Hour Tulip Purse

Two Hour Tulip Purse

Thurs, July 15 10-1 or 6-9

With Merilyn Beginner - $18 + supplies

This cute purse can be made in several sizes. Simple to make, dress up or down with your fabric choice. Pattern required

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4 sided placematSeeing Double Centerpiece

Seeing Double Centerpiece

Wed, July 10-1 or 6-9

With Merilyn Beginner - $30 + supplies

Quilt and piece in the embroidery hoop. Minimum hoop size required is 150mm width and 205mm height. This is a fun project and goes more quickly than it looks. CD required.

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Kids Sewing Camp

Kids Sewing Camp

Tues- Fri August 3 - 6 10-12:30 or 1:30 - 4:00

With Anita Kids from 8 and up - $ 125.

You will learn how to use a sewing machine, how to read a pattern and more as you make a sling purse, pillowcase and an apron. The skills you learn will be useful for future projects. You will be picking the fabrics to do the projects. All supplies will be provided. The fee includes instruction, snack and use of a sewing machine for the week.

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Kids Quilt Camp

Kids Quilt Camp

Tues-Fri August 10 - 13 10-12:30 or 1:30 - 4:00

With Betsy Kids from ages 8 and up - $125.

You will be making a quilt called Yellow Brick Road during your week at camp. During the week you will be learning basic sewing machine and quilting skills. The fee for the week will include all the supplies needed to complete the quilt, instruction, snack and use of a sewing machine. You will pick your favorite fabrics to create your quilt.

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4 sided placematSeasonal Table Runner

Seasonal Table Runner (paper pieced)

Fri, Aug 20, 27 10-1 or 6-9

With Betsy Beginner + - $30 + supplies

Paper-piece this striking table runner using your favorite colors. It looks great in batik fabric. Learn to put a binding on a curved surface. The pattern has enough foundation paper for 2 runners. Pattern required.

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Begin to Quilt Start to Finish

Begin to Quilt Start to Finish with the Double Irish Chain

With Betsy Beg - $25 + supplies

Thurs, Sept 16 & 30 10-1 or 6-9

During the 2 weeks of class you will make a Double Irish Chain quilt, a classic quilt design which is a great quilt for a true beginner. The basics for planning, cutting, piecing, marking and quilting will be covered in this class. Join us for guidance through the whole process to complete your quilt ready to take home and enjoy. Book required.