Monday, February 15, 2010

Class of paper piecing rescheduled

Okay everyone - lets think positive. I have rescheduled the paper piecing demo for Wednesday, February 24th - 11:00am - 2:00pm. I am sure the snow will be gone by then, the sun will be shining and everyone will want to come out and learn to paper piece or just pick up a few new techniques from Pat Habenschauss. (Hint: Pat always has chocolate next to her machine!!) You can come in anytime during these hours - stay for a few minutes or watch for a while - no need for machines - my machine will be set up for you to play on.

We haven't rescheduled the hand-quilting demo with Roberta Farmer yet - but we didn't think we should push it!! We'll set a date soon.

Moda's newest line Garden Party is due in the shop this week - comes with a wonderful project sheet - I will try to get a sample made up and put a photo on here as soon as possible. I think it will be a good spring project. Eden - another Moda collection is already in the shop and is screaming SPRING, lots of pinks, purples and yellows - just waiting to be made into a spring runner or throw.

Don't forget Thimbleberries class coming up this Saturday - Jody was going to call everyone and make sure of which time slot (mornings or afternoons) you are going to be in. It is really great to have two classes this year!! (Although she will really be busy making those door prizes for both classes) Jody does have us spoiled - it's such a treat to see what she comes up with next. Not to late to get in the afternoon class.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Pigeon Forge Bus Trip Itineary

Room for 4 more people - Call ASAP if interested - For those signed up - here is a rough draft - check out the stops and decide what you would like to do - Remember - the trolleys may be running - if you want to go outlet mall shopping!!

Quilts by Phyllis, Inc.
2943 Putnam Ave.
Hurricane, WV 25526
304-562-7404


Tuesday – March 9th, 2010
6:30am – Depart from Liberty Square – (Magic Mart –close to Bob Evans)
8:00am – Arrive at Travel Center – Beckley, WV – will have bathroom break – grab
Coffee and snack if you choose.
8:30am – Depart Travel Center –
9:45am - Arrive Sew What Fabrics & Batiks, Etc. – Wytheville, VA
11:00am – Depart Wytheville – eat lunch on bus while travelling
12:45pm – Arrive at Somewhere Sewing , Johnson City, TN –
http://somewheresewing.com
2:00pm – Depart Johnson City, TN –
4:00pm – Arrive at Music Road Hotel – http://musicroadhotel.com - Rest
5:45pm – Depart Hotel for Apple Barn Restaurant – dinner at 6:00pm
http://applewoodfarmhouserestaurant.com

7:45pm – Depart Apple Barn – back to Hotel - REST!!!!!!!!!!!

Wednesday – March 10th, 2010
Continental breakfast at hotel
9:00am – 4:45pm – Quilt show – (do your own thing)
4:45pm – Depart Hotel
5:00pm - Arrive at Smith Bros. for dinner & show – http://smithfamilytheater.com
8:00pm – Depart Smith Bros - return to hotel
Really Rest Those Feet and show off all those fabrics you purchased at the show!

Thursday – March 11th, 2010
Continental breakfast at hotel
9:00am – Depart for Gatlinburg, TN
9:30am – Arrive at Mountain Stitches Quilt Shop-
http://mountainstitchesbysusan.com –
10:45am – Depart from Mountain Stitches by Susan
11:00am – Arrive at The Village Shops – http://thevillageshops.com (27 shops)
1:30pm – Depart from Gatlinburg, TN – back to Hotel
2:00pm – Depart Hotel for Cherry Pit, Sevierville
2:15pm - Arrive at Cherry Pit – http://quiltingatthecherrypit.com
3:45pm - Depart Cherry Pit – Pickups at Hotel
4:15pm – Depart Hotel – to Old Mill Shops
4:30 – Arrive at Old Mill – shop until 6:00pm - http://oldmillsquare.com
6:00pm - Dinner at Old Mill – Return to Hotel

Friday – March 12, 2010
Continental breakfast at Hotel
9:00am – Depart Hotel
11:00am – 12:30pm – Tennessee Quilt Shop http://tennesseequilts.com
1:00pm – Lunch at Cracker Barrel (On your own – not included)
2:15 pm – Depart Cracker Barrel
4:30pm – Stop for break at Beckley Travel Center
6:00pm – Arrive Teays Valley



Hotel information – Music Road Hotel – 866-758-0995
Microwaves, refrigerators, hair dryers, iron/ironing boards, high-speed internet are available in all rooms. Indoor pool and exercise room are available. –
Hint: Lunch is limited at the show – so take a few snacks.

Make sure you have a luggage tag with your Name on your luggage. We are trying to make arrangements for the hotel to load and unload our bags.

You may want to write your name with a Sharpie on a white garbage bag – you can put your purchases in it and prevent them from falling out of the overhead compartment.

In the event of an emergency or question during the show you can reach me by cell phone – 304-208-7106.




Continental breakfast includes scrambled eggs, bacon, cereal, muffins, etc.
Lunch – On your own – either walk, trolley or eat at show

Menu’s for evening meals:

Tuesday March 9th - Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant:

All dinner entrees include: Applewood Julep, Applewoods Apple Fritters with Homemade Apple Butter, Vegetable Soup, Salad, Turnip Greens, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Biscuit and Apple Cobbler for Dessert.

Choice of One Entrée: Fried Chicken, Meatloaf, Beef Liver & Onions, Grilled Chicken, Country Fried Steak, Chicken & Dumplings, or Pork Loin.

Wednesday March 10th – Smith Family Dinner Theater

Buffet – Fried Chicken Strips, Meatloaf, Roasted Chicken, Pot Roast, Jumbo Cheese Stuffed Italian Shells, Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni-n-cheese, Corn, Green Beans, Rolls - Dessert – Carrot Cake, Chocolate Cake and Banana Pudding

You can look forward to an outstanding blend of classic country music, heartfelt gospel music, oldies rock-n-roll music, clean family comedy and impersonations of famous stars you have to see to believe!! A tribute to the “Andy Griffith Show” and an old fashioned Hula Hoop contest proves that the Smith Boys have fun on stage.

Thursday March 11th – Old Mill Restaurant

All dinner entrees include a cup of corn chowder, corn fritters, rolls, salad, mashed potatoes, green beans and your choice of dessert, tea or coffee.

Three entrees on table – family style includes: Grilled chicken (boneless skinless breast), Pot Roast & Gravy and Sugar-Cured Ham.


This itinerary is tentative – times may change due to unseen circumstances – but we will try to stay as close to this schedule as possible.