Newsletter

The winds of change are in the air. We don’t have to look hard to see them; we can feel it all around us. All of nature is scurrying to gather the sweet summer harvest before winter. We bid a fond farewell to our victory gardens as we turn over the soil for rest and rejuvenation. Similarly, we turn over the quilts on our beds for the same winter’s rest. Even our sun drenched skin longs for a covering on these cooler mornings.

Like the aging of our parents and the maturing of our children, we are taken back by the changes we see. Not that we expect the growing process to halt, we just know that past days cannot be relived. Too quickly we replace baby blankets with wedding quilts. When did they grow older and how on earth did I end up with a doctor younger then me? Change can be a difficult time for some of us, while others stand on the edge of a cliff with arms open wide, ready to embrace the new season of life.

Ready or not, the times are changing. The new styles reflect the infusion of different foods, cultures and of times gone by. We are impressed upon to recycle, reuse, and rethink how we use our resources. Even with the up and coming election we can anticipate that change is in the air.

When you feel buffeted by these winds of change, grab your quilt and hang onto the unchangeable truths in your life. The love of your family, the joy of your friends, and the peace of God.

Tickled Pink

Grab those pink fuzzy slippers and join us for our first annual over night event to make every stitch count as we quilt for a cure toward cancer. We are looking forward to an evening of fun and games and doing what we do best as we construct two charitable quilts to be donated to the cause. Join us on October 17, from 6pm to 6am for 12 hours of stitching frenzy, fabulous food and giggles galore! Your $50 donation includes 2 meals, a mystery quilt and a night to remember. Hurry in to sign up. This fun event is limited to 45 participants.

Festival of Trees

In the spirit of Christmas giving, we’re calling on a hundred of our closest quilting friends to help with our charity quilt for the Festival of Trees. This event benefits our local Opportunity House. This year’s quilt will be a whimsical twist on the beloved Christmas tree. Free workshops will be held on October 5th and November 1st so that you can participate in this worthwhile project. Contact the shop for the times of these workshops.

McKenna Ryan’s Out and About Trunk Show

McKenna’s newest series, “Out and About” offers a variety of creative project opportunities for quilters of all abilities. Wildlife beauty can be found in the woods, rivers and mountains, from soaring eagles, mountain goats, moose, colorful trout and playful bears. We will have these wildlife friends on display October 8th - 26th.

Block of the Month

We can’t share all of the details yet, but mark your calendars for January 2nd. That’s when we will begin taking signups for our new Block of the Month which will begin on February 14th.

Holiday Specials

Visit us November 15 and 16 to take advantage of a two day sale before the holidays! Christmas fabrics will be 30% off the regular price during this event.

Complete your Christmas Wish List with us!

Let us be your Christmas elves again this season by helping your family and friends purchase just the right quilting gift to put under your Christmas tree. All you need to do is fill out our Christmas Wish list, which we will keep on file, then send your loved ones to A Quilted Heart and we will assist them in choosing your heart’s desire. We will even gift wrap purchases upon request! Not sure what to choose? A Quilted Heart gift card makes an excellent stocking stuffer! They are available in any amount and can be used towards the purchase of fabric, books, and quilting notions.

Mark your Calendars!

Quilter’s March Madness Shop Hop will be Wednesday, March 4 through Sunday, March 8, 2008. So, gather some friends, book your rooms, fill your tank, pack your bags and make plans to join the “madness” of our 3rd annual shop hop! Twenty shops are participating in the event. Look for more details in our next newsletter, in our shop, or by visiting:

www.quiltersmarchmadness.com

Quilt Backing Sale every 5th Saturday

For each month that gives us an extra Saturday we are giving you extra savings! Bring in all of your completed quilt tops and get a whopping savings of 30% off of your backing fabric. It’s that simple! We look forward to seeing you on November 29 with your next bundle of quilt tops.

Special Hours:

December 24: Open 10:00 – 2:00

Closed on the following days:

Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Eve, New Years Day