 Round and Round or 15 Degrees is our class this Friday or Saturday. It’s not too late to sign up.
Hello Quilters,
Things are back to normal for us. We enjoyed our time at the Durham/Orange County quilt show. There were lots of beautiful quilts there. There was even a section for oversized quilts. I’ve never seen so many king size quilts at a show. Their boutique room was full of lovely things. Food and chocolate were plentiful in their hospitality room. Our only observation was that the crowd seemed a bit subdued. Everyone was carrying concerns about our neighbors in the mountains.
There are lots of efforts ongoing in the quilting community. Many local shops are collecting pillowcases and quilts. 5 Little Monkeys in Weaverville and Quilt-N-Code in Burnsville are two shops that are reaching out to their community.
Myrtle Beach Quilters – We will be at Myrtle Beach next week for the Quilters of South Carolina Retreat at the Doubletree Hilton. (3200 S. Ocean Blvd) Cindy will be teaching class and I will be working in the booth. We start on Thursday, Oct. 24 and go to Saturday, Oct. 26. (Limited hours on Sunday) Shopping area is in the exhibition space to the left of the hotel complex. Schoolhouse Quilts will be there too. I’m not sure what other shops will be with us. Come and enjoy some “Retail Therapy”. If you have any questions about the hours, etc, text me (Patti) at 704-807-6992.
Myrtle Beach Quilt Party
Mardell just posted the website for Myrtle Beach Quilt Party, January 16, 17, 18, 2025. We have taught at this event for many years and it is always a good time. The website is mbqp.info. Take a look all the classes that are being offered.
Cindy will be teaching Joseph’s Coat. (She’s tired of Jack’s Chain, so she picked another challenge.) I’m doing something easy. I’m teaching the Sparrows quilt.
There are lots of other classes from which to choose. Don’t wait to register, the classes fill up quickly.
Old Recipes
This one is from 1920.
October Activities
15 Degrees is our class in October.
Dates will be October 18 and 19, 2024.
It’s not too late to sign up. Just bring your machine and cutting tools. We can do all the prep for you.
Just tell us that you need a kit.
Class is $38.00 This is very easy block. It looks complicated, but when we break it down it is all straight lines. We will have the ruler, the pattern and a kits for 2 blocks available for $20.00. All you need to bring is a sewing machine, rotary cutter, mat and basic sewing supplies.Class starts at 10am. Plan to arrive in time to set up and get a cup of coffee. We will finish by 4pm.
Class location is Cool Spring Community Church, 1902 Mocksville Hwy, Cleveland, NC. That’s about 8 miles east of Statesville. It’s easily accessible from I-77 or I-40.
Bring a sandwich or something to share. There is no fast food nearby. We will have some salad and dessert to share.
To register for the class, call or text Cindy at
704-376-2531. We will send you a supply list and directions when you register,
November Activities
Kaleidoscope will our class in November. Dates will be November 15 or 16, 2024. Cindy will cover basic construction and the possibilities of “stacked” cutting.
Nov. 2, 2024 – Jack’s Chain class for Gate City, Greensboro guild.
November 4 and 5, 2024 – Program and workshop for Lake and Mountain guild in Seneca, SC.
November 7, 2024 – Program for Gate City.
November 9, 2024 – Kaleidoscope workshop for DOQ, Durham, NC.
November 13, 2024 – Program and workshop in Anderson, SC.
November 14 – Guild program for Pine Tree in Apex.
What have I been working on?
I finished to Fab Farm quilt. Now i have moved on the Elizabeth Hartman’s Dog Park Quilt.
I am really hooked on her designs. Here is the start of her Bunny Bunch Quilt pattern.
Farm News
Runningtbeef.com
Most of you know that Cindy and I live on a farm that has been in our family for 5 generations. We don’t know the first thing about a tractor but we know a good thing when we see it. Josh and Brandi Teague are using our farm to raise locally grown 100% Grass Fed Beef. This is the way farming should be done. They don’t use antibiotics or hormones. Pasture are regenerating under their watchful eye.
They ship beef all over the US. Check out their website, or find them on Facebook or Utube.
Call Cindy – 704-376-2531 if you would like to order anything.
As most of you know, we are not a brick and mortar shop. We are just a studio.
We are available by appointment. Call us if you need directions. We are located off I-40 between
Statesville and Mocksville, NC.
Our address is 186 Page Farm Road, Cleveland, NC 27013.
We are not anywhere close to Cleveland, NC, even though that is our mailing address.
Cindy – 704-376-2531
Patti – 704-807-6992
website: www.quiltersgallery.net
Email: [email protected]
Donkey News
It’s almost Halloween. Spooky things are happening.
Candy appears and then disappears.
I think the donkey barn might be haunted.
We still have a few spaces available at our Sanford show. If you know of a shop that you think would benefit from our show, please encourage them to contact us. We have always tried to feature local shops at our show, and this year there will be several shops from the WNC region. Come and give these shops a hug by buying a yard of fabric or two. The best help you can give them is by keeping them in business.
Patti – 704-807-6992.
New at the Statesville show – We will have a vendor doing Scissor Sharpening.
Carolina Quilt Studio~ Scissor Sharpening Service:
Is your favorite pair of fabric scissors starting to lose its edge? Our professional scissor sharpening service is here to ensure your tools stay as sharp and precise as your quilting skills. Bring your scissors to the Quilting and Needle Art Extravaganza in Statesville, NC, and let us sharpen them while you enjoy shopping with the wonderful vendors. CQS will be sharpening scissors during the 2-day extravaganza. The prices will vary from $6.00 – $10.00. Don’t let dull blades slow down your creative flow!
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Save the Date
Quilting and Fiber Art Marketplace
Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center
1801 Nash St.
Sanford, NC 27330
Jan. 10, 2025 – 9am – 4 pm
Jan. 11, 2025 – 9am – 4 pm.
We have assembled more than 30 of your favorite small businesses that feature the best products for quilters and knitters. Spend the day shopping for quilting fabrics, yarns for knitting, and wools for appliqué and much more.
QFAM starts early at 9am with Early Bird Specials. Many vendors will have selected items on sale from 9am – 10am. Throughout the day, we will have hourly door prize drawings. We plan to give away a couple of sewing machines as well!
Plan to arrive early and spend the day. The first 100 people in the door, get an extra ticket to win all day long.
There will be delicious food in the lobby.
If you don’t like crowds, be advised afternoons are not as crowded as mornings and Saturday is not as crowded as Friday.
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Quilting and Needle Art Extravaganza
Statesville Civic Center
300 South Center St.
Statesville, NC
Jan. 24, 2025 from 9 am – 4 pm
Jan. 25, 2025 from 9 am – 4 pm
Mark your calendar for this fabulous shopping event!
Spend the day shopping for quilting fabrics, yarns for knitting, and wools for appliqué. Books, patterns and notions will inspire you to create. Shop for a new sewing machine or a long arm sewing machine. Our vendors are quilt shops and knitting shops. Some vendors dye their own fabrics and some “grow” their own yarns on their farms. Some vendors design their own patterns and some just know where to order the “best stuff”.
There will be hourly door prizes and each day at 3pm, there will be a fabulous door prize. (You must be present to win.) Arrive early. Be one of the first 100 people in the door, and you will get an extra ticket to win all day long.
220 Cafe will be there with their fabulous food and Troyer’s Bakery will have delicious baked goods.
If you don’t like crowds, be advised afternoons are not as crowded as mornings and Saturday is not as crowded as Friday.
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