Sew What s New? Stitch n Snip. *** 2016 Block of the Month Program ***

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1 Volume 12, Issue 1 January April 2016 Calendar of Events: Jan 9, Feb 20 Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 5, Apr 2, May 7 Jan 16, Feb 20, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 28 Jan 23, Feb 27, Mar 26, Apr 16 Feb 13, Mar 12, Apr 9, May 14 Feb 25, Mar 31, May 26 Jan 7, Jan 19 Feb 9, Feb 24 Mar 11, Mar 24 Apr 7, Apr 19, May 12 Jan 8, Feb 5, Mar 4, Apr 1, May 6 Jan 12 Jan 30 Feb 11 Feb 26 Fire Island Hosta 10:30am 12:30pm 1:30-3:30 pm (Feb. 20) Stitch in Time 1:30-3:30pm (Jan 9) 10:30 am 12:30pm River Rock 10:30am 12:30pm Bertie s Autumn 1:30 pm 3:30 pm Crystal Blue (starts April) 1:30 pm 3:30 pm New Age 10:30am 12:30pm BOM Frosty Wonderland 1:30pm 3:30pm Misty Pond- start Mar 12 10:30 am 12:30 pm Mystery Thursdays 10:30 am 4:30 pm UFO 10:30 am 4:30 pm Judy Niemeyer Sit & Sew 10:30 am 4:30 pm Pop Ups!! 10:30am-4:00pm Anna and Paul s Wedding reception 6-8pm Scrap Box Chevron 10:30 am 4:30 pm Strip and Cuddle 10:30 am 4:30 pm Stitch n Snip *** 2016 Block of the Month Program *** Sign up and have a great time making a new quilt with friends. Remember that all Blocks of the Month can be sent to your home by mail if you prefer. Stitch in Time Bucket Starting January 9, st Sat. of each month 10:30 am 12:30 pm (Jan 9 will be at 1:30-3:30) Looking for a new wool appliqué project, but not a quilt, wall hanging, pillow, bag, or a needle keeper, etc? We have found a project we think you will like it is a good-sized sewing basket by Under the Garden Moon. Eight outside pockets each have a different appliqué design, plus one more pocket on the inside, and there are appliqués on the rim of the bucket as well. Each month for five months we will send you the cotton and wool for the appliqué and the sixth month we will offer an all-day class to put it all together. We think it looks great and look forward to having all our hand-stitching supplies in one place with this cute bucket. Teacher: Gretchen Reil 5 month program: finished size: 12 round Cost: $16.00 (kit price includes the pattern, Wool, and cotton). A finishing kit and/or class will be a separate cost. Finishing class will be offered: Tuesday, June 21, 10-4:30 River Rock Starting January 16, rd Sat of each month 10:30 am-12:30 pm 36 batiks in blues, greens and other earthy shades make up the River Rock quilt. You will receive a pack of 10 squares each month to create one large block, one small block, and a setting piece. We will have the fabrics to match if you would like to add borders to create a queen size quilt. 9 month program: finished size: 77 1/2" x 85" Cost: $29.00 per month (kit price includes the patterns, batiks for finishing the quilt top, binding included). Mar 1,8,22,29 & April 5, 12 Mar Beginning Quilting 1:30 pm 4:00 pm Retreat at Trinity Pines April 8 & 15 Bright Star Flower 10:30 am 4:00 pm April SHOP HOP 2016 New Years Closed Jan 1, 2016 * Store Hours * Monday Friday: 10 am 6 pm Saturday: 10 am 5 pm Closed Sunday A New Age Starting January 23, th Sat. of Each month 10:30 am -12:30pm A New Age designed by Nancy Rink featuring Aged Muslins by Marcus Fabrics. Aged Muslin offers a great alternative to true solids, with an aged appearance that lends itself to a range of decorating styles. Available in 2 color pallet: Neutral or Multi with option of light (cream) or Dark (Navy) Background 7 month finished size 82" x 98" Cost: $19.00 per month. Kits will include patterns and all fabrics needed to complete the top and binding.

2 Page 2 New Block of the Months Coming Soon. Bertie s Autumn New Session Starting Jan 16, rd Sat. of each month 1:30 pm 3:30 pm This is Bonnie s third in the four seasons wall hanging. We are offering kits in Wool or Pre-fused Laser cut flannel appliqué. Pattern by: Bonnie Sullivan 4 month program: finished size: 28 x 34 Cost: $27.00 (kit price includes the patterns, buttons, and flannel for finishing the quilt top, binding included). Your choice of Wool for appliqués or Pre-fused laser cut flannel appliqués. Frosty s Wonderland Starting in Feb 2nd Sat. of each month 1:30pm 3:30 pm Celebrate the holidays with this easy to appliqué quilt of sweet Frosty and his woodland friends. This is a small wall hanging with Pre-fused Laser cut appliqué. More information coming soon!!! Pattern by: Cherry Blossoms Quilting Studio Cost: TBA Crystal Blue Starting in April 16 3rd Sat. of each month 1:30pm 3:30 pm Hoffman s Sew Into It! features the Crystal Blue kaleidoscope star project that finishes as a 90 square quilt (queen size). The project is designed by Jeanie Sumrall-Ajero, founder of Kaleidoscope Kreator software, using Hoffman Bali Watercolors (Style #1895) hand-dyes. Fabrics have been cut with a laserguided machine. All the cutting work is done, leaving the fun part for you no templates, no paper, no math, no Y seams, no cut-off points and no guesswork. A quilter with basic techniques will be able to master this stunning project. 10 month program: finished size: 90 x 90 Cost: $20.00 per month (kit includes all laser cut pieces for sewing your top) Come in and see fabric and blocks for our New Block of the Months!! Tonga Lakeshore: Misty Mountain Pond Starting in March 12 2rd Sat. of each month 10:30am 12:30 pm This is one of Judy Niemeyer patterns that has always intrigued us and now is available with Judy new batik collection Tonga Lakeshore. It is an easy paper piece method with simple curves and a row finishing technique. Easy enough for beginner paper piecers!! You can make into a larger queen by adding a border around the whole quilt. Pattern by: Quiltworx 6 month program; Finished Size: 80 x 80 Cost: $42.00 (kit price includes the pattern and foundation piecing papers and all the fabric to complete the quilt top, including binding)

3 Page 3 On-going Blocks of the Month it s not too late. Fire Island Hosta Queen 2nd Sat. of each month 10:30 am 12:30 pm The pattern features Judy s newest paper piecing technique, Curved Paper Piecing, to complete the feature leaves in the center, and a curved border design that has new assembly techniques in order to successfully complete the quilt. This quilt is a wonderful design for those looking to expand their paper piecing skills and is sure to be a show-stopper, no matter how it is completed. Pattern by: Quiltworx 12 month program; Finished Size: 100 x 100 Cost: $39.00 (kit price includes the pattern and foundation piecing papers and all the fabric to complete the quilt top including binding) Pumpkin Patch Lane Take a stroll down Pumpkin Patch Lane where Autumn is being celebrated! Pumpkin Patch Lane has 4 Autumn themed houses, a sweet squirrel and oak tree fusible appliqué block, an easy pieced basket block and a quick pieced pumpkin and vine border. Pattern by: The Quilt Company 6 month program; finished size: 65 x 76 Cost: $39.00 (kit price includes the patterns, accessory pack, Pre-fused laser cut appliqués and fabric for finishing the quilt top including binding). Bertie s Winter Or Bertie s Spring Love Bertie s like we do? Now he s back in these darling wall hangings featuring flannels by Bonnie Sullivan. Offered in Wool or Pre-fused Laser cut flannel appliqué. Pattern by: Bonnie Sullivan 4 month program: finished size: 28 x 34 each Cost: $27.00 per month for each (kit price includes the patterns, buttons, beads and flannel for finishing the quilt top, binding included). Your choice of Wool for appliqués or Pre-fused laser cut flannel appliqués. Garden Quilt Experience the joy of working in the garden as you build this cute spring quilt. Available in Pre-fused laser cut shapes for quick machine appliqué. Our Quilt Sample is done drop in and see it up close! It s so cute, we love who happy it is. Pattern by: Amy Bradley 12 month program; finished size: 52 1/2" x 64 1/2" Cost: $20.00 (kit price includes pattern, Pre-fused laser cut appliqués, embellishments and fabric for finishing the quilt top including prairie point binding). Park Bench Take a walk in the park! This block of the Month features 8 unique blocks all created with the Sidekick & Hex N More Rulers. There are no pesky Y seams! Each month you ll create two blocks from the same design. Creative fabric placement will make your quilt appear to have 15 different blocks. Color way: Kits offered in Batiks or Whisper palette. Pattern by: Jaybird Quilts 9 month program; finished size: 65 x 88 Cost: $17.00 (kit price includes book and fabric for finishing the quilt top including binding). You will need to purchase the Hex n more and sidekick ruler. Curve it Up Twelve traditional blocks take on a fresh modern look, or each block can create a quilt of its own, or a sampler. This block of the month uses Sew Kind of Wonderful Quick Curve Ruler! We have the sample quilt done, so drop in to see the quilts. Color way: Kits offered in Batiks or Modern palette. Pattern by: Sew Kind of Wonderful 12 month program; finished size: Option #1 68 x 89 or Option #2 68 x 86 Cost: Option #1 $16.00, Option #2 $13.00 (kit price includes pattern and fabric for finishing the quilt top including binding). You will need to purchase the quick curved ruler separately. Other BOM available: *Lone Star Pizzazz *Bertie s Year *Summer Fun *Christmas Wheels *Cabin in the Woods

4 Page 4 Classes Class Registration: Classroom space is limited, so please sign up early. A supply list will be available when you pay for the class and reserve your place. We reserve the right to cancel any class four days prior, if there isn t enough to fill the class. Class participants will receive a 15% discount off class supplies and purchases the day of class. (Block of the Month kits not included) UFO Day Our most popular class! Bring those unfinished projects and see how much you can accomplish while enjoying a beautiful day in the mountains quilting with friends. Teacher available to ask questions and get help with projects. Space is limited so sign up early. Cost: $10.00 per class including lunch Time: 10:30 am 4:30 pm Thursday Jan 7 Tuesday-Jan 19 Tuesday-Feb 9 Wednesday-Feb 24 Friday-March 11 Thursday-March 24 Thursday-April 7 Tuesday-April 19 Thursday-May 12 Judy Niemeyer Sit and Sew Calling all Judy Niemeyer fans...this is a time to work on those beautiful Judy Niemeyer quilts that you have started and want to work on or need a little help to get you going again. Working on one of our JN BOM and need a little more time or help? This is a great day to join Anna as you work on your wonderful projects inspired by Judy Niemeyer! We have many Judy Niemeyer kits that will inspire creativity. Teacher: Anna Hastings First Friday of each month: Time: 10:30am-4:30 pm Jan 8 Feb 5 March 4 April 1 May 6 Cost: $10 per class (Bring your own lunch) New***Pop Ups!! These pop ups are so much fun for many thing around the house! They are collapsible for storage or taking to a fun retreat. Great gifts as they are fast and easy to make. Available in 4 different sizes. Teacher: Joan Elam Tuesday Jan 12 10:30 am-4:00 pm Cost: $25 (plus supplies) Scrap Box Chevron Come learn a new fast fun piecing technique with no triangles! Great way to use up all your scraps. Choose from 3 different patterns by Franklin Quilt Company. Teacher: Rena Hastings Thursday-Feb 11: 10:30 am 4:00 pm Cost: $25 (plus supplies) Strip and Cuddle These irresistible quilts are sure to bring joy and snuggles. Working with cuddle fabrics, we will create simple quilt as you go quilts; so when you are done sewing, it is ready for the binding! We will show you how to do a cuddle binding on the machine. Great gifts as they are fast and no quilting expense is needed. Kits available or choose your own combination with our great cuddle fabrics. Teacher: Anna Hastings Friday Feb 26 10:30 am-4:00 pm Cost: $25 (plus supplies) Bright Star Flower Come join us to make this beautiful Paper Pieced quilt. Great for Beginners that want to learn paper piecing! Fabrics by Robert Kaufman, Artisan Batiks Noel 3 with a touch of Metallic and pattern By Elisa s Backporch Design Finished Size: 50 x 58 Kits available $89.99 Teacher: Anna Hastings Friday April 8 & 15: 10:30 4:00 pm (2 week Class) Cost: $35 (plus Supplies)

5 Page 5 Beginning Quilting Have you wanted to learn how to quilt, but just don t know where to start? Join Anna and learn the basic skills of making a quilt, including choosing fabric, rotary cutting, sewing an accurate seam, pressing, borders, binding, and a lot more in this six week class. You will be making a sampler wall hanging top in class as you learn how to make six different quilt blocks. We ll also show you other fun ideas on how to use these simple blocks to make larger quilts. Teacher: Anna Hastings (6 week class) Tuesday March 1, 8, 22, 29 and April 5, 12: 1:30 pm-4:00 pm New**** Mystery Thursday Come join us for a fun mystery. Cost: $60.00 (plus supplies) Every Last Thursday of the month we will introduce a new quilt in mystery style. You will receive the fabric amounts and values before the class to choose your fabrics or you can get our fabric pack. During the class you will receive clues for each step of the way. These quilts are simple enough for beginners but still fun for the more advanced quilter. Teacher: Anna and Rena Hastings Cost: $30.00 per class (includes pattern) you will need to purchase fabric amounts Thursday 10:30am 4:00pm: Feb 25 March 31 April (none because of shop hop) May 26 Annual Shop Hop April 21-30, 2016 Southwestern Idaho & Eastern Oregon TREASURE HOP Visit all the shops - Be Eligible for Grand Prizes - You could win a grand prize of a $50 gift certificate from each of the stores involved in the 2015 Treasure Shop Hop! (That's a lot of FREE quilting!) 2016 Theme is Fun and Bright Houses Shop Hop Hours: 9AM-7PM daily. Bluebird Quilt Studio nd Street South, Nampa, ID Charm Shack Quilt Shop- 199 S. Oregon St., Ontario, OR Cindy s Quilt Shop- 720 Kit Ave., Caldwell, ID Granny s Attic- 104 N. 3 rd St., McCall, ID / Huckleberry Patches- 136 E. Lake St., McCall, ID Marilynn s Pickets & Patchwork- 118 Main St., Nyssa, OR Nancy s Quilts W. Columbia Rd., Nampa, ID Quilts Plus-280 S. Main St., Halfway, OR Stitch n Snip- 342 S. Middle Fork Rd., Garden Valley, ID Sleepy Hollow Quilt Shop- 107 Main St. Marsing, ID The Quilt Crossing Fairview Ave., Boise, ID Treasure Every Stitch-2101 Main St. Ste 108, Baker City, OR Class Policies Students will receive a 15% discount on class supplies purchased and purchase day of class. Please notify us before we ring up the sale that you are purchasing class supplies; we are unable to reward the discount once the purchase is complete. While we will make every effort to have all necessary supplies prior to class, it is best not to wait until the day of class to purchase your supplies. Payment in full must be made at time of sign-up A full refund in the form of a Stitch n Snip Gift Card will be made for student withdrawal made at least 7 days before the start of class. We regret we are unable to extend refunds for student withdrawals after that date. Online class sign up are available at

6 Page 6 We have some very exciting news to share with all of our wonderful Friends Anna is Getting Married on January 30th!! Douglas and Rena Hastings are honored to announce the sealing of their daughter Anna Marie to Paul Jay Gardner son of Wendy Gardner on Saturday, the thirtieth of January Two thousand and Sixteen For time and all eternity in the Boise, Idaho Temple We would like to invite all who would like to celebrate with Anna to join us for a reception on January 30th, 2016 from 6-8pm located at the: LDS Church 950 Banks Lowman Rd (Highway 17) GARDEN VALLEY, IDAHO (Anna and Paul are registered at myregistry.com)