Hi everyone,
Well, it was a small but fun group at the fall retreat this year up at Taste of Alaska Lodge, but we had a really good time. As one friend stated - good friends, good food, good view and a good amount of work done, too. That's if you call quilting work! For me it was fun!
Anyway, back at the Cow, we are having Party with Patrick tonight. It's a very nice fall wallhanging. Jackie has a sample up on the door, and it is beautiful! Try and make it if you can. We'll be having pumpkin bars and corn chowder. Jackie said she'd try to make the corn chowder vegetarian, since the recipe is pretty close to that anyway, and we can all enjoy it! Save your appetite!
Our next scheduled class is November 7th with Judy Thompson of North Pole (or Fairbanks). She is teaching a quilt as you go quilt (you have 2 choices of patterns) that looks like a really fun method - fun and done, as the pattern states. The method is a little like a rag quilt, so your layers are all done at the same time, and it would be a great way to do a quick baby or kid's quilt.
We've gotten lots of new things in, including more Kaffe Fassett fabric, several new Moda selections that include charm packs and/or layer cakes & jelly rolls, lots of new patterns and books, project totes, gift items, lots of grommets for the grids and grommets bag, etc, etc...
If you haven't gotten all your Great Alaska Shop Hop kits yet, time is running short. It ends October 31st this year, so hurry and get those orders in. It is beautiful and I am having a great time making my blocks. (Except when it's 11:00 pm and I cut something wrong - TWICE! But I got a good sleep and everything was fine in the morning - a lesson relearned)
I think that hits the basics for now, I mostly wanted to remind you about tomorrow night. I hope you all get this, I am getting tired of email problems :S
See you soon,
Maribeth and Jackie
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
5 Bags from 1 Jelly Roll
Work in progress but how cool is that? Break up the jelly rolls anyway you want, I prefer by color.
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September Projects in Delta Junction
Oh What Fun We Have! Buggy Barns, Bags, Cell Phone Carriers and MORE!
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Pops, Rolls, Cakes and Pack - It ON
Hi everyone!
I sure hope this email works better than last time. I have a new theory on how to send it out., so we'll see....
We've gotten lots of new things in the shop, with lots more to come. We got a new Accuquilt GO! cutter in, that we'll be able to play with and make kits, etc, and if you're interested in purchasing one through the shop, we can order one for you. Looks like lots of fun, and a quick and easy way to cut out your quilt!
We got in more Bali Pops, Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes and Charm Packs; new patterns and books; odds and ends of new fabrics (batiks, butterflies, music, and others) There are a lot of new notions and goodies coming, too!
Oh, and if you haven't seen them, Willowbend Creations has come up with some awesome precuts! The main fabric is laser cut for you, so if you don't like to cut out those intricate patterns, or you have some reason that it's difficult for you, here's your ticket! These were made for their retail sales, but we were able to get some to sell to our retail customers. Four different patterns available in different fabrics, all you have to do is choose your background and borders to compliment the precut main fabric, and iron it on!
Classes:
Party with Patrick is October 20th. If you didn't get the last email, Patrick didn't come to Alaska, so we'll have to be content partying without Patrick. I emailed him asking him for a life sized cardboard cutout, or wall poster, and he didn't respond, so maybe he doesn't share our sense of humor (?)
November 7 is a fun new class taught by Judy Thomson. It's a quilt as you go class, so when you're done, you're done!! You have to see it to understand it, I guess, so come in and check out the sample. We'll have the patterns in soon, and it is beginner-friendly.
I think that's all the classes we have scheduled for now, October is pretty busy with the FMKQ guild craft day (Amish wallhangings and hand quilting by Lonnie) and the guild retreat in the middle of the month.
So come in and enjoy our fun fabrics, etc. Remember we are open until 9:00 on Friday nights, and you're welcome to come and join us for sewing Friday nights, too, for just $5.
As always, if you'd like to be removed from the list, just send us an email and let us know.
Thanks, and happy quilting!
Maribeth and Jackie
P.S. Did you know we just had our 6th anniversary? Wow! Time flies when you're having fun!
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I sure hope this email works better than last time. I have a new theory on how to send it out., so we'll see....
We've gotten lots of new things in the shop, with lots more to come. We got a new Accuquilt GO! cutter in, that we'll be able to play with and make kits, etc, and if you're interested in purchasing one through the shop, we can order one for you. Looks like lots of fun, and a quick and easy way to cut out your quilt!
We got in more Bali Pops, Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes and Charm Packs; new patterns and books; odds and ends of new fabrics (batiks, butterflies, music, and others) There are a lot of new notions and goodies coming, too!
Oh, and if you haven't seen them, Willowbend Creations has come up with some awesome precuts! The main fabric is laser cut for you, so if you don't like to cut out those intricate patterns, or you have some reason that it's difficult for you, here's your ticket! These were made for their retail sales, but we were able to get some to sell to our retail customers. Four different patterns available in different fabrics, all you have to do is choose your background and borders to compliment the precut main fabric, and iron it on!
Classes:
Party with Patrick is October 20th. If you didn't get the last email, Patrick didn't come to Alaska, so we'll have to be content partying without Patrick. I emailed him asking him for a life sized cardboard cutout, or wall poster, and he didn't respond, so maybe he doesn't share our sense of humor (?)
November 7 is a fun new class taught by Judy Thomson. It's a quilt as you go class, so when you're done, you're done!! You have to see it to understand it, I guess, so come in and check out the sample. We'll have the patterns in soon, and it is beginner-friendly.
I think that's all the classes we have scheduled for now, October is pretty busy with the FMKQ guild craft day (Amish wallhangings and hand quilting by Lonnie) and the guild retreat in the middle of the month.
So come in and enjoy our fun fabrics, etc. Remember we are open until 9:00 on Friday nights, and you're welcome to come and join us for sewing Friday nights, too, for just $5.
As always, if you'd like to be removed from the list, just send us an email and let us know.
Thanks, and happy quilting!
Maribeth and Jackie
P.S. Did you know we just had our 6th anniversary? Wow! Time flies when you're having fun!
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Monday, August 10, 2009
August Quilting
August quilters came to participate in Friday night open sewing at the shop along with Saturday's FMKQ Craft Day.
Kim Wicklund ponders her quilt completion, gorgeous don't you think? Kit shows off a square that she learned from Joyce during craft day. Ann Toth works on a wonderful t-shirt quilt for her son. Konnie completes her table runner top via class and Arlene is steady working away.
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Friday, July 17, 2009
Monday, July 13, 2009
Quilts, Wallhangings and Quilters
The projects are never-ending at the shop. There are samples of the quilts which will go to the Deltana Fair for the FMKQ Guild fundraiser, projects from Party with Patrick as well as on-going individual projects. Come check it out.
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Sunday, July 12, 2009
Kids Camp at the Calico Cow
Kids Quilting Camp at the Calico Cow for July was a success. These young ladies learned how to make quilts, bags and hot pads. Thanks to Jackie, Lee Ann and the talented young seamstresses with some helping mom'hands, a good start has begun. Future quilters on the loose!
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Sunday, May 31, 2009
Tom Durham Brings Class to Calico Cow
Hello, this is Ruby-a quilter and Delta resident who loves going to the Calico Cow classes. Well, here's a picture of 3 generations with Papa Durham in tow. He originates from Kentucky but they moved to CA to acquire better teaching opportunities. Tom is a 47-year career retired teacher/administrator from California. He's also dad to 1 daughter and 2 sons, Dave (who was our wonderful banker for years) and Jeff (Soil and Water main "go-to guy" and community leader). Tom also has a wife, Lois, whom we didn't get to meet but heard all about as he explained "what to do with my hands" once I tried to quit smoking.
The solution, was to crochet and sew. Remember, men are great tailors too! I also recall hearing that many a football players picked up needlepoint to do on the road and increase finger dexterity. My father hooked rugs when he quit smoking and I have one in my spare bathroom downstairs. So, Tom quilted. Some of his inspiration comes from his mother's quilts whom she got from her great grandmother. He was generous enough to do a "trunk show" and it was FABULOUS! A rare treat and I am so happy that I was able to see and treasure the time and inspiration.
3 generations of Durhams and I thank them all for their efforts, the slides, quilts, talk and humor that was a family love of an artwork hopefully never forgotten. Way to go Calico Cow! What fun we had and a memorable time of sharing.
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Sunday, May 17, 2009
Party with Patrick??
Hey everyone,
Are you ready to Party with Patrick?? Actually, party without Patrick for now, but he says he's coming in August or September. If you don't know, he's a famous fabric and pattern designer. Have you ever seen the applique' with big round baby faces? That Patrick.So, once a month, we'll be partying! Patrick provides the theme, the pattern for the project, the recipes, etc.
This month will be on May19th - that's THIS Tuesday, so get ready, and let us know if you can make it. It's only $10, for all that! This month is get ready for those June weddings - a table mat that can be used under the cake, or on the gift table.
Actually you could make it in any color, or since it has hearts, you could be ahead of the game for Valentines day!
Here's what you need:
First of all, make and wear the craziest bridal veil you can think of (we probably wouldn't kick you out if you don't have one, though). We pick the best one, and turn it in to Patrick, and that person gets entered to win a prize from Patrick.
Check out www.patricklose.net if you want to see what Patrick is all about!
Background: 21 X 21" square
Fat quarters or scraps of pinks for hearts and leaves, light pink and dark pink
Backing and batting: 22 X 22" square of each
Fusible web
Thread for quilting and satin stitching
We don't have a sample made, but you can see a picture of it on Monday or Tuesday.
We won't be actually teaching the class, just facilitating, or if you want, just get the pattern and do it later.
Since this is our first one, we'll be flexible to see how it goes!I'll send another email later about the Tom Durham classes on the weekend of the 30th.Hope to see you on Tuesday!!
Call the shop if you have any questions.
Maribeth
Welcome to the Calico Cow
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Are you ready to Party with Patrick?? Actually, party without Patrick for now, but he says he's coming in August or September. If you don't know, he's a famous fabric and pattern designer. Have you ever seen the applique' with big round baby faces? That Patrick.So, once a month, we'll be partying! Patrick provides the theme, the pattern for the project, the recipes, etc.
This month will be on May19th - that's THIS Tuesday, so get ready, and let us know if you can make it. It's only $10, for all that! This month is get ready for those June weddings - a table mat that can be used under the cake, or on the gift table.
Actually you could make it in any color, or since it has hearts, you could be ahead of the game for Valentines day!
Here's what you need:
First of all, make and wear the craziest bridal veil you can think of (we probably wouldn't kick you out if you don't have one, though). We pick the best one, and turn it in to Patrick, and that person gets entered to win a prize from Patrick.
Check out www.patricklose.net if you want to see what Patrick is all about!
Background: 21 X 21" square
Fat quarters or scraps of pinks for hearts and leaves, light pink and dark pink
Backing and batting: 22 X 22" square of each
Fusible web
Thread for quilting and satin stitching
We don't have a sample made, but you can see a picture of it on Monday or Tuesday.
We won't be actually teaching the class, just facilitating, or if you want, just get the pattern and do it later.
Since this is our first one, we'll be flexible to see how it goes!I'll send another email later about the Tom Durham classes on the weekend of the 30th.Hope to see you on Tuesday!!
Call the shop if you have any questions.
Maribeth
Welcome to the Calico Cow
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www.thecalicocow.com
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