Hello everyone! My apologies for not updating my blogspot - but things have been quite hectic at the shop and at home. We are in the final countdown before the "hop" and I think I met myself coming as I was leaving the shop the other night!! Ha!
Seriously, I am really excited about the shophop this year. As many of you know, we waited anxiously for our beautiful "Visions of WV" fabric to arrive. Now that we have had it for a few weeks - the big question was - WHAT DO I DO WITH IT?????
I have so many ideas and the fact that it is so versatile that I do believe it will coordinate with any fabric in my shop - which way will I go? We've ponder and pouted and finally started stitching - only to say - oh my - Isn't that Beautiful!!! Let's do another project . I believe this fabric could become addictive. So - beware all you hoppers - I think you will be pleasantly surprised to see what our 12 shops have come up with to tempt you.
Our exclusive shophop fabric will be available at all 12 participating shops - You will need to purchase 1 yard at your favorite local quilt shop(which will be used in all 12 blocks) - then travel to each of the 12 shops to pick up a "kit" for $6.00 which includes 1/2 yard of fabric and a pattern for a 12 1/2" block. At the end of the "hop" you will have all 12 blocks, and probably endless ideas of what else you can do with the "extra" shophop fabrics you knew you just had to have.
We will be giving away charms to those who visit the shops and will have Charm Holder Pins for sale for those that need one ($12.00)
I hope all can come by and check out our "Vision of West Virginia".
Will post pictures on Wednesday -
Happy Hopping - Phyllis
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Monday, March 22, 2010
Spring Jacket Class Scheduled
Cookie is getting us all ready for Spring!! Join her for class on Tuesday's from 1:00pm until 3:00pm on April 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th. This jacket is the perfect weight for the coming spring evenings. Instructor cost $40.00. Call the shop to sign up as space is limited.
Martinique by 3-Sisters will be arriving in the shop soon. Also for those waiting - Butterfly Garden by Kansas Troubles has arrived; as well as Garden Party.
Reminder: March 30th from 10:00am - 3:00pm we will be hosting our Pillowcase Challenge for the Veterans Home in Barboursville. We will be doing several of these throughout the year - so stay posted. If you can't attend this one - and would like to drop some completed pillowcases off - I am sure they will be appreciated. We will be keeping a chart of the local quilds and homemaker clubs to let the community know how many pillowcases have been done - as well as to the destination of the donated items. Thanks for your continued support in our charitable endeavors.
Hope everyone has been enjoying the brillant yellow daffodils and enjoying the singing of the spring "peepers". Happy spring!!
Monday, March 15, 2010
Home Again!!
We made it back from the Mountain Quilt Fest in Pigeon Forge, TN. What an absolutely wonderful time we shared. We even made it back with all 48 people that we left with!! However, we sure didn't come back with the same amount of luggage. We shopped, shopped and shopped some more in all the wonderful quilt shops and vendors at the show. As a quilt shop owner - it was great to just browse around, get ideas and enjoy all the efforts of the other shops staff. The show was good - saw some really nice quilts - even saw a ribbon on one from home - Roberta Farmer took 3rd place in the hand-quilting bed quilt category - Give her a big hand when you see her - for she had some pretty tough competitors.
This is one show that you don't want to miss in the future - yes we already have rooms booked!! The quilt guild hosting the show was friendly, outgoing and more than anxious to help us in anyway possible. We will be working together this year to perhaps add a "private" class or lecture from one of their nationally certified teachers. I will keep you updated as we work through this process. It did make me feel overwhelmed when they came to me and offered this for next year. They were very pleased that this was our second year to their show and again - did everything they could to make us feel welcome. Big Thumbs Up!!
Well - its mid-March now - the TN quilt show is behind us and now we will start working hard getting ready for our Pillowcase Quest and our own state Shop Hop. Keep checking back often for dates and event changes. There will be buses running for our Mountain Quilt Quest in June 9th-12th. For details - you can call, email or reach me on facebook. (or perhaps stop by the shop!!)
Butterfly Garden by Kansas Troubles came in the shop last week while we were gone - Stephanie said she had most of it put out and that it was "Gorgeous" as usual.
This is one show that you don't want to miss in the future - yes we already have rooms booked!! The quilt guild hosting the show was friendly, outgoing and more than anxious to help us in anyway possible. We will be working together this year to perhaps add a "private" class or lecture from one of their nationally certified teachers. I will keep you updated as we work through this process. It did make me feel overwhelmed when they came to me and offered this for next year. They were very pleased that this was our second year to their show and again - did everything they could to make us feel welcome. Big Thumbs Up!!
Well - its mid-March now - the TN quilt show is behind us and now we will start working hard getting ready for our Pillowcase Quest and our own state Shop Hop. Keep checking back often for dates and event changes. There will be buses running for our Mountain Quilt Quest in June 9th-12th. For details - you can call, email or reach me on facebook. (or perhaps stop by the shop!!)
Butterfly Garden by Kansas Troubles came in the shop last week while we were gone - Stephanie said she had most of it put out and that it was "Gorgeous" as usual.
Monday, March 8, 2010
Shop Hours for this week
Hi everyone!!
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and we are off to Mountain Quilt Fest in Pigeon Forge, TN. There will be 50 of us attending this event - soooo- we are having to change our shop hours this week:
Tuesday - March 9, 2010 - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday - March 10, 2010 - CLOSED
Thursday - March 11, 2010 - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday - March 12, 2010 - CLOSED
Saturday - March 13, 2010 - 9:00am - 4:00pm
We will resume normal hours next week - Tuesday - Friday - 9:00am - 6:00pm and Saturdays 9:00am - 4:00pm.
Thank you for your understanding and allowing me to attend this show.
Watch for photos of our trip on Facebook (Phyllis Handley)
Enjoy the sun shine!
The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and we are off to Mountain Quilt Fest in Pigeon Forge, TN. There will be 50 of us attending this event - soooo- we are having to change our shop hours this week:
Tuesday - March 9, 2010 - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday - March 10, 2010 - CLOSED
Thursday - March 11, 2010 - 9:00am - 5:00pm
Friday - March 12, 2010 - CLOSED
Saturday - March 13, 2010 - 9:00am - 4:00pm
We will resume normal hours next week - Tuesday - Friday - 9:00am - 6:00pm and Saturdays 9:00am - 4:00pm.
Thank you for your understanding and allowing me to attend this show.
Watch for photos of our trip on Facebook (Phyllis Handley)
Enjoy the sun shine!
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.
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.
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.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Hand Quilting Demo
Roberta Farmer will be doing a free demo on hand quilting stitches and techniques. Many of you have asked for a class -so here is the next best thing. Demo will be on Saturday, Feb. 6th from 10:00 until 2:00pm. I hope you will spread the word with your friends and come by for some wonderful advice and hands on experience.
Pat Habenschuss will be doing paper piecing on Wednesday Feb 10th fr 10:00 until 1:00pm
keep checking here for more updates
Pat Habenschuss will be doing paper piecing on Wednesday Feb 10th fr 10:00 until 1:00pm
keep checking here for more updates
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