March Newsletter

April 2009

In this issue...

Dear ,

Finally - Spring is here. Time to dust off those Fabric shelves and finish up those UFO's so you can come in and buy some new and exciting stuff at Quilts & Sew Forth. We have been busy meeting with representatives from many different Fabric manufacturers and our shelves are fULL and there is more to come. We are now carrying MODA fabrics and have Moda Monkeys and Marbles on their way as we write this. There is always the promise of lots of new and exciting merchandise at Quilts & Sew Forth - check our 'NEWS' section on our website for constant updates on new arrivals.

We have changed our hours and will NOT be staying open late on Monday nights except when we have a scheduled evening class. We are now open from 9AM through 5:00PM on Monday thru Friday and 10AM thru 5:00PM on Saturday. Our next evening class is our Binding 101 class on May 18th @ 6:30.

As always there are many new classes scheduled and they are filling up fast. Monique Noonan is back in town and has hardly a day where one of her informative and exciting classes is not scheduled. From our UFO series, to the start of our Block of the Month series - we have classes for all levels and all genres of fabric. Come in and use up those Asian prints in our Kimono Class and/or dust of those 30's fabrics in our 'Hot for the 30's' class. Back by popular demand is our Beginners Free Motion Quilting class. If you don't see something your interested in offered - let us know and we will schedule something for you! Lastly if you just want to come in a sew for a good cause - join us one Friday/month for our FREE Charity Sew Class

We are proud to announce that there are only 3 seats left on our bus trip to NQA - so everyone is sure to receive a big refund and only pay $21 for the trip. This was a big success and we are always happy to help organize trips to some of the areas Quilting attractions. Just let us know when you hear of something and we will do our best to accomodate you.

Speaking of accomodating your needs - many people have expressed an interest in having our Scissor Sharpening Guru come back. If you would like us to host this event again - please let us know and we will get it done!

Only one more month until our Fabric Challenge comes to a close. We have been busy making bags for it and many of you have come in to buy extra fabric for your project. We cannot wait to see them and display the finshed projects in our newsletter and store. So it is not too late to sign up - it is only $6.00 to join in this fun and exciting challenge.

Jill Milan has been busy quilting away and amazing everyone with her finsihed quilts. Not only are the quilts turning out just beautiful but they are being turned out in record time. Average turnaround time is 1-2 weeks for a King size quilt. Our prices are unbeatable and our choice of patterns unsurpassed. Keep in mind that anyone who takes a class at Quilts & Sew Forth and brings in their finished project to be quilted will receive a 10% discount on all associated charges. And for those of you that just love piecing and can't stand the finishing process - we offer binding services as well.

Thank you to all of you who have signed up for our Newsletter and your positive response! If you've enjoyed it, please pass it on to all the 'Quilters' in your life and as always, thanks for being so supportive of us and our website. It's a JOY to serve you and your purchases from Q&SF are greatly appreciated. Lastly - your support of local quilt shops and sewing machine dealerships is vital...please visit our links section on the website for information on some of the stores, with websites, in our area.

The Q&SF Team

QUILT GARDEN TOUR

For all of you interested Quilters out there - Mayfield Village Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with Discovery Tours is offering a very exciting overnight Quilt Garden tour on Saturday, June 27th and Sunday, June 28th - from 10:30AM (Saturday) to 9:30PM (Sunday).

The destination location for this exciting event is Northern Indiana Amish Country and the tour communicates the area's heritage and interests through vibrant, large-scale, quilt-patterned gardens and oversized, outdoor quilt art murals.

Along with the tour there will be some very special programs offered such as "Quilt Magic," making your own quilt block and "Getting the most Enjoyment from your Garden," learning to improve your garden, all offered to expand and enhance the total group experience. The tour is sure to show you many attractions that will allow you to embrace Amish country's quilting, rural and artistic heritage.

Cost for the the tour is $299 per person/twin, $287 per person/triple, $353 per person/single - cost includes 1 night stay at Essenhaus inn, luggage handling, taxes, 3 meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and a special program.

You can register for this tour or find out more information about it by calling Mayfield Village Parks and Recreation Department @ 440-461-5163.

NEW! Bi-Monthly Fabric Challenge NEW!

Come in and grab a bag of fabric today and join in on this fun & friendly competition. Your finished project should be between 24" x 24" and 36" x 36" with a maximum of 4 additional fabrics.

The entry fee is $6, with the winner to receive a store gift certificate of $10 or more, depending on the number of entries. To be eligible, your entry must be completed and have a label/name on

the reverse side and be turned in by 5/29/09.

Submissions presume the right to photograph the projects and display them on our website/newsletter as well as in our store for up to 2 weeks.

LUCKY DRAW & RESULTS

We had a lucky draw last month and we are Happy to announce that Maryjane Maitland of Strongsville, OH was our winner. Maryjane will take home a $25.00 Gift Certificate to Quilts & Sew Forth.

For this months challenge we are posing some questions and the first person to get all of the answers correct and write in will win a $25.00 Gift Voucher;

1. Should you cut your batting on your cutting board?

2. Which needles have big eyes, and sharp points? Tapestry needles, quilting needles or chenille needles?

3. When you haven't quite got the exact match for your thread, do you choose the darker thread or the lighter thread?

4. How many yards of fabric does Quilts & Sew Forth carry in its shop approx?

5. What does Quilts & Sew Forth charge for basic Machine Quilting on their Statler Stitcher Supreme?

6. What can you do with an old rotary blade if you don't wish to throw it out?

7. What is the biggest difference between the fabric we carry here at Quilts & Sew Forth and the fabric you buy at a Chain store?

8. Where do Batiks come from and how are they made?

9. Is it true that Quilts & Sew Forth sells all of their book titles at 20% below suggested retail?

10. You have just attended a great Quilt class at Quilts & Sew Forth and you want to share everything you have learned with your friends and Quilt Guild. You photocopy the notes & patterns and hand them out. Have you breached copyright law?

If you would like to enter this Lucky Draw or send us any tips or anecdotes, please send an email and we'll enter you in the next Q&SF drawing on 05/14/09. The winner will recieve a $25.00 gift voucher to the store! * keep in mind that Gift Certificates are available all the time for purchase by coming in, phone or email. We sell them in any denomination you wish. Call us to order yours today! *Thanks.

Contact Info
Phone: 440-266-1601 | Fax: 440-266-1602

	MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL Print this coupon and present it in person for special savings on GIFT CERTIFICATES. Buy any denomination and save 10%. Coupon is transferable so please encourage your friends and family to share in the savings! Not redeemable with any other offer! Gift certificates redeamable for all inventory.
Offer Valid : thru May 9th

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