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  Stitchin' Post Newsletter                                                                       April, 2015
April Showers of Sewing Inspiration!
  main street quilt
Spring is in full swing, and summer is just around the corner!
We finally got past the snow and ice!   You will want to take a look at all of the beautiful and inspiring spring fabrics, projects, and classes we have for your sewing pleasure! 
New Items!




    
linens
ambleside
Lovely new linens
"Ambleside" from Moda - precuts are available too!
Cute new dogs and cats
and more cute cats!
dresden placemat
This is our "Textures" baby quilt made from 6" squares a mix of vintage chenille, minky, silk/cotton, and cotton -- kits are available and they are all one of a kind!
Here is Stacie's beautiful sample for our upcoming "Dresden Placemat" class -- openings are limited!
sewing camp
We are pleased to announce an addition to our summer class schedule this year!  In addition to Barbara Steely's classes for children and teens, we will be offering the option of a week-long sewing camp!  Our beginning level camp will be June 16 - 20 (Tuesday through Saturday), 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. 

An intermediate level camp will be offered July 13 - 17 for those with previous sewing experience (attendance at beginning camp, or equivalent). 

Please call the shop at 501 227-0288 for more information on the camps.

Barbara Steely is currently planning the schedule for her summer classes which will include classes for children and teens as well as a Mom and Me class designed for a child to attend with Mom, Grandma, or another adult.  These classes fill quickly, so for more information, please contact Barbara directly at 501 680-4521 or bksteely@gmail.com.

Upcoming Events!
beginning smocking
Beginning English Smocking -  Beginning English Smocking is typically offered each month as a two class series on the first two Thursdays, 9 to 11 a.m. or 6 to 8 p.m.   April classes are on April 2nd and 9th.  May classes will be May 7th and 14th.  Call 501 227-0288 to register.
shabby chic princess bibs
Sew Much Fun - Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Our project this month is the Shabby Chic Princess Bib (and don't worry -- we've come up with a boy version for your little prince too!)  The bib comes as a die cut kit in a variety of fabric choices with lace for girls or rick rack for boys. 
diva frame wallet
In May, our Sew Much Fun project will be the Diva Frame Wallet -- a great gift for Mother's Day!  Make plans to join us on Saturday, May 2nd, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
silk ribbon  
Silk Ribbon Embroidery -  The April program at the meeting of La Petite Roche, the local chapter of the Smocking Arts Guild of America is "Silk Ribbon Embroidery".  The guild meets on the second Thursday of each month, so this month's meeting will be Thursday, April 9th.  Guests are welcome.  Bring lunch and join guild members in the Stitchin' Post cafe room at 11 a.m. if you can.  The short business meeting begins at 12 noon, followed by the program 12:15 to 2 p.m.  Please call the shop at 501 227-0288 if you would like to sign up to attend the program.   
dresden placemat
Dresden Placemat - Saturday, April 11th or Thursday, April 23rd, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. - This is another in our series of classes from Block Magazine.  Join Stacie and learn how easy it is to make a Dresden Plate as you create these lovely placemats for your table.  
ribbon bonnet
Heirloom Christening Bonnet - Saturday April 18th or Tuesday, April 21st, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Join silk satin ribbon and lace to make this beautiful heirloom bonnet in a girl, boy, or generic version. Please note the 9 a.m. start time for this class!
software
Machine Embroidery Software Class - Saturday, April 25th, 10 to 11 a.m. - This class covers a variety of machine embroidery related topics, including aspects of using 4D, 5D, and 6D embroidery software. If you own an embroidery machine, you will find this class useful, and if you have or are considering purchasing software, you won't want to miss it!
Sapphires
Viking Club - Saturday, April 25th, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Join us on the fourth Saturday of the month for Viking Club to learn new ways to use your sewing machine, and to see demos of the newest gadgets and notions! There will be door prizes and lots of fun!  Bring a project for Show and Tell!
mat bag
Mat Bag - Saturday, May 9th, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lots of you have admired this big beautiful bag that Stacie made for carrying a cutting mat.  Join us to make one of your very own!
sit and quilt
jackson
Sit and Quilt - Our next Sit and Quilt day will be Friday, April 24th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  This is the perfect opportunity to bring an unfinished class project or other quilt project to work on with members of our staff nearby for questions when you need a bit of guidance. Please call to reserve a place. 
Sit and Sew - Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  
Sit and Sew is a great opportunity for those of you with sewing experience who are making children's clothes to come in and enjoy fellowship, with Sharon Chandler available to answer questions when you come to a tough spot! Please call to reserve a place.  
Sewing Classes for Adults and Children - Barbara Steely's sewing classes for adults and children are ongoing.   Barbara currently has limited openings in her adult classes on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday mornings from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.  These classes are suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced seamstresses.  Home School classes are on Wednesday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m., and openings are available.  After school classes for children and teens are offered on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday afternoons from 3:30 to 5:30, and there are a few available spots.  Barbara will be expanding her class schedule this summer to accommodate more children/teen classes.  For more information, please contact Barbara directly at 501 680-4521 or bksteely@gmail.com.

Our Tuesday evening Adult Sewing classes are taught by Martha Douglas. Martha's classes are also suitable for all skill levels including beginners!  For information on openings, please call Martha at 501 920-0929. 

The classes page on our website provides our class policies including our refund policy, and more detailed information on many of our classes.  Please remember that payment is required to secure your spot in a class, and even if there is no class fee, you must be registered!



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