News from Thimble Pleasures, Chapel Hill, NC

Alas, Diane is out breaking in that new hip while doing laps around her neighborhood so you'll have to wait for her return, as do we at the store. It's just not the same without her.

The Sit 'n' Sew event with the BERNINA 7-series was a hit! Now there are several excited new owners of these great machines! If you haven't experienced how wonderful they are, just stop in. We are always happy to have a reason to show them off.

Connie Walker presented our first Saturday Showcase this past weekend. Wow! We had no idea what a hit it would be. This is a must-do event. Right now they are scheduled quarterly. I know we all look forward to what Connie has in store for us next time.

I don't know about you, but this crazy, wet Spring is making me want to turn out some bright and fun quilts and bags! Sudi-Laura just made a fabulous and speedy quilt with the new collection, "Glimma", by Lotta Jansdotter. Kat hung it above the calendar, so you can't miss it.

Also, have you ever thought about making cloth napkins? It's a fun and quick way to bring color into your house. Use the rolled hem on the serger to whip them up quickly or sew them with your sewing machine. Ask for a demonstration on how fast you can liven up your dining table or present them as a hostess gift.

But as wet and cool as this Spring has been, Summer will be upon us and we will be in the air conditioning, sewing up a storm. Here at Thimble Pleasures, Summer brings new classes as well as the sewing camps for kids. We really enjoy watching the newest little crafters get started!

We have a fun Trunk Show and Book Signing with Rayna Gillman, author of create your own free-form quilts, coming June 24th! Thank you, Karen, for bringing us new and interesting speakers and teachers. See below for more info.

How many of you have heard of Hoopsisters? This company provides fun and creative patterns to create quilts with our embroidery machines. The new mystery quilt is getting started in June. Stop by and see some of the quilts created with Hoopsisters designs.

Book Signing and Trunk Show!

rayna gillman book Join us on June 24th, 5-7 pm, for a fun trunk show and book signing with Rayna Gillman, author of several books, including create your own free-form quilts. Rayna's use of mixed media, along with her sense of color and design will inspire you to open your mind to the possibilities available with your quilts.

You can visit Rayna's blog and see for yourself and then come and enjoy the evening with us. Call the store to reserve a seat.

Hoopsisters Mystery Quilt 2013

In the month of June only, you can participate in the 2013 HoopSisters Mystery Quilt! Only $69, or $89 for optional border & CD, in the month of June. After that, you'd have to purchase $240 worth of CD's to create this beautiful quilt layout! Mark your calendar for June 1st!

It is easy to sign up for this Mystery Quilt. Just visit www.hoopsisters.comand download the 2013 Mystery Quilt in the month of June. List your local sewing shop as your Hoopsisters Dealer in your Account Details and you are done! You will receive an email each week for 6 weeks with more of the design and instruction. To make this even more fun, Stephanie will hold a free Mystery Quilt support group on Saturday, July 20 and August 17th.

Need help selecting your fabrics? Come on in and visit us and we will help you pick out the perfect fabrics for your quilt!

BERNINA Promotions

In addition to some great pricing we have on select machines this month, BERNINA has some special promotions you can take advantage of.

Remember the 7-series we mentioned earlier? On June 15th, we have a one-day only financing special.

And then there's the opportunity to take part in something bigger and give back to the community. Donate a sewing machine you no longer need when you purchase a new BERNINA and you will receive 10% off the your purchase price of your new machine.

Quilt! Carolina 2013

Quilt Carolina logo Quilt! Carolina, the premier Quilt Tour in the area is growing...we now will include quilt shops from the Triangle to the Triad. Mark you calendars TODAY. You will not want to miss these events. Our theme in 2013 is a favorite on - "What's Cooking?"

Thursday, August 1 is "Terrific Thursday."

You'll see the shop projects and be able to buy your Pattern & Passport for the very first time! All the shops will be open 10am - 7pm. Come join us for demos of tools and gadgets to make your life easier. As a bonus, passports will be stamped on Terrific Thursday.

Wednesday, September 18 - Sunday, September 22 is the 3rd Annual Quilt! Carolina Quilt Tour. Specials, buses and prizes all add up to FUN!

Stay tuned for more news.

Keep up to date on Facebook or visit the Quilt! Carolina website.

I guess that wraps it up! There is so much going on. Stop in and get more details about things, check out new fabrics, sit at our great BERNINA sewing machines and just catch up!

Don't forget End-of-Month, End-of-Bolt Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

And lastly...We will be closed Monday, May 27th to celebrate Memorial Day with our families as you will with yours. Have a great weekend and we hope to see you in the store!

Sincerely,

Julie and Staff
Thimble Pleasures, Chapel Hill, NC

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