Welcome to New Subscribers Thank you for subscribing to my newsletter. This is the best place to find out about upcoming new classes and events held at the Cadet Training Centre. You will also get information about local quilt exhibitions, shows and groups to inspire you. If you know of something that you would like to have included in the next newsletter please email me the details for consideration. |
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Included in this issue are - a Letter to Santa... |
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It's that time of year again, when we need to reflect on whether we've been naughty or nice! So we've put together a bit of inspiration for you for when you get asked what you might like for Christmas. Remember to post it the North Pole, or print out and leave lying around for someone to see! Dear Santa If you think I’ve been good enough this year please could I have ... |
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If you love Applique then why not choose from one of these great products ... New Fusamat - revolutionizes the applique process by allowing you to see through the mat during construction Craft Iron - Compact craft steam iron with 40ml tank capacity and ceramic sole plate |
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Applique Pressing Sheet - this double-sided sheet is made from a ultra high temperature fabric and is coated with non-stick Polylon. Wool Pressing Mat - A wool mat is a handy tool for quick pressing when kept next to your sewing machine |
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There are some beautifully colourful thread collections around. Something that you might not like to spend on for yourself, but Santa might think that you're special enough Aurifil is a great all round thread and fantastic for piecing at 40 or 50 weight. 12 weight threads are also available if you want some quality hand quilting thread. Glide is a fantastic range, available in a huge array of colours. It's wonderful for machine quilting and lasts forever! Maybe a trolley bag, some threads – Aurifil, Presencia for piecing and Glide for quilting, calendar, marti michell multi size fussy cutter |
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Now's the time to get yourself an eye catching calendar for planning all of those Patchwork and Quilting Classes, and holidays in 2020. Some available also include step by step instructions to make the quilts and runners. |
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You all know what a fan I am of Marti Michell's Perfect Patchwork rulers! Well, look what I found at the Cotton Patch. A great 5 in 1 ruler for fussy cutting 1", 2", 3", 4" and 5" squares. I'm not sure how I hadn't seen this before, but it has definitely made it on to my Christmas list!! |
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If you're in need of that perfect fabric then look no further than some lovely new ranges that have just come out ... Inspired by the wonders of nature is Land Art by Odile Bailloeul, Vintage by Sanderson in Dusky and Blue colourways, and the bright sunny colours of La Dolce Vita |
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Maybe you'd like a gift that lasts for longer than Christmas Day. Why not add a subscription to your Christmas wish list? Perhaps a subscription to a fabric or EPP club, or a magazine or two. Read on for more information and ideas ... |
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Magazines I am often asked where I get all my ideas for new classes from. Some come direct from student requests or suggestions, some from seeing a new range of fabrics and some from quilt shows or other exhibitions. However, a good source of inspiration is the perusal of quilt magazines. There are a number of different ones on the market and each has its own particular style and target audience. Whilst you can buy them ‘as you go’ in some supermarkets or stationers like WHSmith, I like to take out a subscription. This means they pop through my door every month or every two months and give me a great excuse to sit down quietly and have a good read through. |
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If you prefer, many magazines now offer online subscriptions as well so that you read them on your phone, tablet or computer and then just print off any patterns or templates you are interested in. You can also access subscriptions to magazines from a range of other countries that offer an interesting insight to how our craft has evolved and is developing in different parts of the world. |
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You will have seen that both Jayne and I have had quilt patterns published recently in British publications. Mine in Todays Quilter and Jayne in Quilt Now. Looking through magazines is a really good way to get a brief introduction to both contemporary and traditional quilters and if you like what you see then there will usually be a link to where you can find out more information. For example: I have recently come across Tia Curtis, Susan Smith and Christopher Wilson-Tate. All artists I would never have heard of unless I’d seen their feature in a magazine. Magazines are also a good source for new quilt shops. If I am travelling to a new place – either in the UK or abroad - I have a look at the listings in the magazines for places I can make a quick visit to. After all, it would be rude to be so close and not pop in! Also, if friends or relatives are visiting another country, I can make a cheeky request for them to bring me back a surprise piece of quilting fabric or maybe a local quilting magazine or two! I like to change my subscriptions every couple of years so that I get a broad mix of styles and don’t become complacent. Also, there are often special subscription offers giving free gifts and/or money off savings so it’s good to change it around and take advantage of these offers. Look on-line to see what’s on offer. My current favourites are: |
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British Patchwork and Quilting This has a fairly traditional style and has long been an established magazine. Issued once a month. |
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Australian Homespun This magazine showcases some beautiful Australian design fabrics and always has a lovely mix of patterns that include stitcheries as well as applique and patchwork. Issued every two months. |
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QuiltMania This a French publication but is printed in English too and there are three different editions you can choose from! Quiltmania which pays homage to the art of traditional quilts, Simply Vintage exclusively dedicated to Country and Folk Art and Simply Modern which gives you a world of vibrant colors and innovative graphic designs. Can’t decide? They offer special packages for 1,2 or all 3 editions! Issued every two months. |
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Some other current publications you might like to check out before making a decision are Love Patchwork and Quilting Love of Quilting American Patchwork and Quilting Australian Patchwork and Quilting Australian Quilters Companion Quilt Now Today’s Quilter Quilting Arts McCalls Quick Quilts Pretty Patches |
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Cotton Patch have a number of Fabric Clubs and English Paper Piecing pack subscriptions |
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On the Batiks club you would receive a 10" square pack of the most beautiful batiks currently available, 3 times a year |
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The Kaffe Fassett Club is issued twice a year when the new designs are launched, again in a 10" square pack format |
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Cotton Patch also has a variety of EPP monthly clubs, such as Dear Jane (shown to the left), Farmer's Wife and Katja Marek's popular Glorious Hexagons, Millefiore and Millie Stars. If you love hand sewing then check out the full range |
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Inspirational Quotes Henry Ford - Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young. Students will often say that they have had a really nice day sewing and it made me reflect on how happy being able to sew in good company makes us. As I was thinking about this, two quotes came to mind.... |
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Happiness is not a destination, it’s a way of life - Edmond Mbiaka and Happiness is the balance between too little and too much - Channing Pollack So I say let’s not beat ourselves up because we think we have accumulated too much fabric or too many projects to do, let’s just sit back, relax and enjoy the journey! |
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A Quilter's Coffee Break by Linda Hencher |
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This is a book of a collection of short stories which have been inspired by the titles of traditional quilt block patterns. The characters in the stories range from children inventing a new game to older people reflecting on their lives in an effort to understand themselves better. Journey with Linda to the Goreme Valley in Turkey or the Gomantong Caves in Borneo Order online for £7.99, or pick up a leaflet when you are next in class | | |
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Terms and Conditions When signing up for a course or class it's important to know what to expect from me and the facilities that you will be using. You may be wondering... What happens if I can't attend a class? Can I change the date of the class that I am booked on? What happens if the centre is closed due to bad weather? All of these questions and more are answered in my Terms and Conditions which can be found here pasturesnewquilting.com/terms-conditions |
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