Greetings! 

I have so much for which to be thankful this season!  My husband and children are healthy and happy (and we will be in Austin, Texas, with my daughter for Thanksgiving!)
 
Following that, I am grateful for and excited about the new Crazy Quilt Retreat Center!  Things are really coming together, which is a good thing, because the first retreat scheduled in the new venue is in early January!
 
Some wonderful friends of the shop are busy making quilts for each of the beds.  Each room will have its own theme...but you'll have to wait for the "unveiling" of our virtual tour on the website, coming in December.
Winter Hours

For the months of November and December the shop will be open Thursday through Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm.  In addition, the shop will be closed during the following dates for holidays:

 

November 24 - 30, 2011-CLOSED
December 22 - January 4, 2012-CLOSED

Open Sewing
There will be no open sewing during November and December.
Roslyn Memory Block Workshop

For those of you scheduled to enjoy JaNita Clairmont's "memory block" workshop November 4 -5, 2011, here are some recommendations and requirements regarding what to bring.

 

You will need an assortment of hand sewing needles (in particular, Milliners, Crewel/Embroidery, and a small Sharp.  JaNita uses the sharps for beading.  Some embroidery threads will be included in your kit; you may want to bring other threads.  I recommend a book on embroidery stitches; it is not required, but it is very helpful especially if you are new to hand stitches.  These items are available for sale in the shop.

 

The following list is required:

  • Sewing machine in good working order with power cord and foot pedal
  • Rotary cutter, mat, and ruler
  • Scissors for paper and fabric
  • Neutral thread
  • Freezer paper (1 yard)
  • Fine-point Sharpie markers in two colors (black and red are fine)
  • Thimble, if you use one
  • Fat quarter of muslin, preferably prewashed
February Retreat Promotion
 
Since January 2012 marks the beginning of retreat season in the new year-round retreat center, I want to offer a special during the month of February.  Book a retreat for dates in February and the following will apply:

** Key Person stays for free (Yes! Free!)
** 3-night minimum stay (for February promo only)
** 6 guests minimum/12 maximum
** $75/person/night

This new retreat center is a dream come true for me, and I trust it will exceed the expectations of quilters and crafters who come to stay.  By the end of December I intend to have a virtual tour of the new retreat center on the website.  Be sure to check it out!

There are still dates available throughout 2012, but the weekends are filling up quick!  Call right away to schedule your group's retreat! 
Enjoy the holidays!!

Sincerely,
 

Nancy Bronk
The Crazy Quilt Shop
509-649-3777

www.thecrazyquiltshop.com