The Super Bowl Sale

 A big "Thank You" to everyone who stopped by on Super Bowl Sunday to take part in big sale!   As you can see, I was really trying to get into the spirit by wearing my Football jersey, even though the Patriot's were not in the game.

There was a terrific turnout of quilters who had lots of fat quarters to choose from:



For those who wanted fabric off the bolt, there was a great cutting crew:

With all the snow we've had this winter, it was great to see so many quilters brave the weather and come to the shop.  Thanks for making my first Super Bowl Sale really Super!



What's happening.....

Loads of activity is taking place at Sew-Together....

Pin Cushion Challenge - Come by the shop for details
Redwork Class this Saturday 10 - Noon
Hand quilting Class Saturday the 26th of Feb with Jane Crane 10 - Noon
Fat quarter Jacket with Mary Mazzapica March 19th and April 9th is being offered once again!
Block of the Month is up and running - Sign up soon as there are a limited number of kits available.

Twister with Marlene Levesque has a few openings left on Saturday Feb 26th

Rangeley Stars I have moved the date to April 9th - This is a striking wall hanging star quilt!

Mary's Fat Quarter Friendly projects are a huge hit!  Check out the Shamrocks hanging at the shop!

JUST ADDED - Purse with interchangeable handles!  I bet you can't make just one! Two P's are doing this workshop.  Offered on SATURDAY MAY 7th.  This class will fill fast!

That is a quick summary of the upcoming classes.  Please call or drop by the shop for details.  More classes are in the works.

JUST ARRIVED!
Charm packs from Fresh Flowers by Moda and Sunkissed by Moda are in!
 Jelly rolls from Sunkissed
Suduko Kits from Moda
 Indigo Batiks
Buck-a-roo Baby Fabrics
A collection of juvenile Flannels
Kits for the "Backdoor Quilt Series" by Cottage Creek Quilts
Kits for Patchabilities are in process
new patterns- too many to list!

New Year, New Classes and fabrics

I am kicking off the New Year with a special sale event on Feb 6th, Super Bowl Sunday.
It's a Fat Quarter Frenzy!  All pre-cut fat quarters will be on sale for $1.00 each.  There will also be scrap bags of fabric for $3.00 each or 2 / $5.00.  (Some of these scrap bags contain as much as 2 yards of fabric.)  Special shop hours for the sale are 10:00am to 3:00pm.  Come early for best selection.  Super Bowl sale discounts can not be combined with any additional discounts.   Gift certificates are accepted as always. 

The new year has also brought a new schedule of classes:
Fat Quarter Friendly

The start of a new series here at Sew Together..a monthly themed pattern for a seasonal wallhanging. This wall quilt can be finished (or very close to it) by the end of class.  As an added  feature, we’ll be trading fabrics  with each other for maximum scrappy fun.

Wednesday Jan 19th 5-9:00 pm
Wednesday, Feb 9th  5-9:00 pm
Wednesday,Mar 2nd  5-9:00 pm
Teacher:  Mary Mazzapica
Class fee: $20.00



Tiny Tote

Another Valentine project that works up fast.  These versatile little totes make a great package for your pretty little gifts, and can be customized to suit the season.

Saturday, Feb 5th, 10:00 am – noon
Teacher:  Marlene Levesque
Class fee:  $12.00






Fat Quarter Jacket

Mary is once again offering this popular jacket class that uses a sweatshirt for the jacket foundation.  Pull out your favorite fat quarter pack to make your fashion statement.  Class is held for two sessions.

Saturday, Jan 22nd 1:00 – 5:00 
                  and
Saturday, Feb 5th 1:00 – 5:00

Teacher:  Mary Mazzapica
Class fee:  $35.00


Daisy Chain


Put those jelly rolls or 2 1/2” fabric strips to good use.  This fun strip-pieced lap quilt works up fast.

Wednesday Jan 26th  5:30 – 9:00 pm
Teacher:  Marlene Levesque
Class fee:  $20.00













Square Pegs

A table topper that’s as fresh as Spring!  A clever technique using the “Tucker Trimmer” ruler allows you to make consistent, accurate half-square triangles,  so piecing is a breeze!

Saturday Feb 12th  1:00-5:00
Teacher:  Marlene Levesque
Class fee:  $20.00






Hand Quilting with Jane Crane

Want to start or improve your hand quilting?  Need to know where to begin?  Jane has won many ribbons and is happy to work with you on Saturdays, once a month.  Sign up for one session, or all of them!

Saturday Feb 26th  10:00 am – noon
Saturday March 26th  10:00 am – noon
Saturday April 23rd 10:00 am – noon
Teacher:  Jane Crane
Class fee:  $12.00 per session




Twister

This twin sized quilt is made up of twinkling stars.  A clever  technique for making the stars  creates the blocks for the pieced border at the same time.  You really need to see this one in person.  There is some pre-cutting involved before the class.

Saturday, Feb 26th, 1:00 – 5:00
Teacher:  Marlene Levesque
Class fee:  $20.00









Kid’s Split Rail Class

Timed especially to fit the February School Vacation, this class for ages 13 and up, will allow the students to start and finish a fun cuddly quilt in three sessions.

Monday February 21st 10:00 – noon
Tuesday February 22nd 10:00 – noon
Friday February 25th 10:00 – noon
Teacher:  Mary Mazzapica
Class fee: $40.00




Block of the Month

I'm happy to announce that Sew-Together will be offering a Block of the Month mini-quilt series.  Each month is a different, seasonal mini-quilt that can be displayed on it's own little stand.  The patterns will all come from the book "Count on It" by Nancy Halvorsen.  Participants pay $18.00 for the book, and then $10.00/month for a kit which includes all the fabrics for the top, back and batting. There are a few additional options to choose from.  Participation is limited to 25 quilters.








For Batik fans, the shop has lots of batiks to choose from...

Brights:

Blues:

and Rain Forest colors:

as well as packs of fat quarters, and 2 1/2" strips.

I've also recently added a  new line from Moda called Dilly Dally.

Hope to see you soon!

Just a quick note to let you know that I just got hundreds of zippers in!  14" and 7" zippers are just .89 and .69 each! 

Also, for the bag makers, Black grommets are in!  I have about 9 packages left.  Hurry in to finish your x-mas gifts! 

Maryann
PS  Plans are being made now for a SuperBowl Surprise party.  Stayed tuned for more information!

Thanksgiving SALE!

First the sale is going to begin a bit earlier than planned....From November 23, Tuesday through November 27th the Sale is as follows.....
Batiks $8.50 a yard! One yard cut minimum
Kits are 10% off!
Books are 10% off!

Remember, the store hours this week:
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 2:30pm
Thursday CLOSED
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving if I don't see you!
Maryann

Thanksgiving Holiday

In observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday, Sew-Together will close at 2:30 on Wednesday and will be closed all day on Thursday.  I wish everyone a wonderful holiday.

The Shop will be open on Friday 10 am - 5 pm and Sat 10 am - 5 pm.  In fact, there will be a sale going on.  I will post the sale on Wednesday just after I close!  So check back! 

A new shipment from Benartex came in today and I am expecting another shipment from Hoffman Tuesday!  I ordered 3 lines from Moda coming in after the new year!  I love all the colors and patterns.

What’s New at the Shop

Congratulations to the Tewksbury Piecemakers for another successful quilt show last weekend!  It was a wonderful display of talent.  Thank you to everyone who stopped by the shop on Saturday after visiting the quilt show.  It was great to meet so many new faces.
The shop continues to grow as I have new fabrics and patterns arriving daily.  Recently, I added a great pattern for quilted placemats.  The outer border does double duty  as the finished edge.  No additional binding required!  They go together quickly and are great for holiday decorating.


Also in the shop are 3 seasonal patterns from The Wooden Bear, featuring a pumpkin, a Santa and a Snowman.  These mini-quilts measure only 12 inches square, and look great displayed on a small quilt stand.


Just this week I received this luscious line of fabrics from Timeless Treasures, called “In Bloom”.  I know this one will be strong seller, and I already have several kits available to make the pattern shown.

A lot of my customers have asked about classes.  The following classes are currently being offered at the shop, and more are in the planning stages.

Road to Stardom   This large lap-sized quilt has a lovely mitered border.
(meets for 2 sessions)
Saturday Nov. 6th from 1:00 to 5:00  AND
Saturday Dec 4th from 1:00 to 5:00
fee: $50.00
       Students will also need Still Stripping After All These Years and the Triangle in a Square ruler, both by Eleanor Burns of Quilt in a Day.
Teacher:  Marlene Levesque

 
Yellow Brick Road   a great quilt for beginners
(meets for 2 sessions)
Saturday Oct. 30th from 1:00 to 5:00 
Second session TBD
fee:  $35.00 plus cost of the pattern
Teacher:  Mary Mazzapica

Bag of the Month
Debbie Grund will be teaching 3 sessions of Bag of the Month, each featuring a different quilted bag.  Students may take any or all of the sessions for a fee of $12 per session plus the cost of the pattern.  Some preparation by the student will be required ahead of time.



Bag of the Month Session 1:  Saturday Oct 30th  10:00 to noon
Grids and Grommets
A large, versatile tote made with easy-to-use grommets.





















Bag of the Month Session 2: Saturday Nov 13th, 10:00 to noon
Tuesday Traveler
A handy purse-sized bag featuring 2 zippered compartments













Bag of the Month Session 3: Saturday Dec 4th, 10:00 to noon
Cash & Carry
Two sizes of zippered wallets with outside pockets











Redwork embroidery is very popular right now, and the shop has patterns and thread to suit lots of tastes, as well as a selection of red and white fabrics to help you complete your projects.   For those redwork fans looking for company, the shop has an Open Sew Redwork Club that meets one Saturday per month from 10:00 to noon.  Instructor Nancy Bartlett will be on hand to help you out, or to get you started.  fee: $10 per session.   Next meetings are November 20, and December 18.

As you can see, there is a lot going on here at Sew-Together.  Hope you’ll stop by and check it out.  Don’t forget that there is parking around the back of the shop.