Happy 4th of July!

 

I am incredibly thankful when Independence Day comes around.  It is always fun to celebrate with family and friends, going to the celebration in little Menan, Idaho (town is small, celebration is huge), games, vendors, displays, parade, fireworks, etc. ... I have my list ready of items to pack up tonight to take home and it's growing line by line ;o) 

But, even more important to me this time of year are my sons.   My oldest son, Trevor, a whopping 25 years of age now, is a member of the Idaho Army National Guard.  He (and his darling little family) have sacrificed greatly with their time and talents for our country.  Austin (20 years) who is now in the Navy, is attending nuclear school in South Carolina.



Where's your smile?

Graduation from Warrior Leader Course
Camp Williams



Great Lakes, Illinois Navy Museum



Following Boot Camp Graduation

 I can sew and quilt for hours on end, but there is never a day goes by that I don't think of my sons and how much I love and appreciate them.  They are two amazing young men and I am a very proud mother!! 

Now that these pictures are out there for all to see and I will be one DEAD mother when a particular son finds out about this, I may as well offer a fabric sale.  It's hot outside and the last thing you may want to do is think about fabric but I have a great stash builder sale.  Visit my etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/OlieandEvie?ref=pr_shop_more and enter the coupon code "beattheheat15" -- it is good for 15% discount on your purchase of $20.00 or more.  Offer is good through July 7th!

 

I hope you have an amazing and safe 4th of July!

Evie ~

Double Slice Quilt by Missouri Star Quilt Company

Have you all seen the demonstration for the "Double Slice" by Missouri Star Quilt Company?  Well if you haven't, you should take a look.  Here's the link --
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxC-0T5lXw4

I was able to finally finish my project and I love it.  It goes together so well, is a great beginner project, but would work well for anyone wanting to make something quick for a gift or for themselves.  I added a border to mine to make it a little more "lap friendly" meaning I wanted it a little larger to snuggle under.  The quilt measured approximately 55" x 62" before the border.  I used an additional 3/4 yard - 4 1/2" strips, and my completed project is 63" x 70". 

For my project I used the Honky Tonk layer cake -- and I could make a dozen or more because they are so fun and showcase your fabrics so well.

Of course, I was going to do a "step by step" for you, but I am having electronic photo difficulties -- which totally means I don't know what I'm doing and having trouble with photos .... 

So I will share with you what I do have and hope you can get the jist of it ...

Step 1:  Take your layer cake and cut a 3 1/2" strip off of one side of each 10" square.  That will leave you with a 6 1/2" x 10" piece remaining.  Cut all 42 of your layer cake squares in this manner.  Stack the pieces from top to bottom or the way they came in your square.  In the picture below, the 3 1/2" x 10" side is up and the 6 1/2" x 10" side is facing down so the bottom fabric shows in the picture -- it's just flipped over. 

Step 2:  Take a 3 1/2" strip and pair it with a 6 1/2" strip from the opposite side (pairing the rectangle that is right side up with the rectangle that is wrong side up).  You will continue doing this with all rectangles.  If you run into a snag where you have the same colors or your pattern is too busy just switch it out with something more desirable to your taste.  Once the pairs are matched up (believe me it's much funner than matching socks) sew them together.  You will have a block like the one pictured below.  You will want to sew your 84 slices together and you will once again have 42 squares although they won't really be square any longer.

 The next step is to cut the squares measuring across the 10" side in half, leaving you with two 5"slices (photo above0.  You will do the same thing with your piles, flip one side over and the other up and work from opposite ends to sew your blocks back together.  I don't have a photo of this because of my electronic difficulties, but as you can see from the blocks in the photo below you will switch sides, so you have a small rectangle on one end and a long rectangle on the other and the other side of your block is just opposite.  I hope I haven't lost you yet.  Play with your fabrics, look at the photo and you will know just what I mean!!  Once you have sewn your 84 pieces back together into 42 squares, you will lay them out in a manner pleasing to you, do a little arranging and possibly rearranging and then sew them all together in rows and then the rows together.  I did 6 blocks across by 7 down (42 blocks woo hoo!) 

 

 

 Here's a picture of the blocks all sewn together before I added the border.  I didn't have to do very much rearranging to make sure I had a good mix of color spread throughout the quilt.  I love it!

The quilt is a good size right now, but I love how my little border just framed it and added a little more size.  I used 1 7/8 yards of two pieces for my back, but I would really recommend just going with 4 yards.  It will make it easier for you and give your long arm quilter plenty to work with. 

Because I love this project so much and know you will too, I am offering 10% off layer cakes through Friday, March 21, 2014.   That makes them $29.03 -- and that's a steal if you ask me!  So to go my etsy shop and have fun selecting!  All you need to do is pick a designer or something in a style/color you know you like and you will love it -- I PROMISE!!

One of my quilring friends I have a dear friend who asked me if this would work with a charm pack -- I believe it would and I'm going to try it out ... I will let you know if it's a yay or nay in a few days.

Have fun sewing and if you happen to make a Double Slice quilt, please send me a picture I would love to share it!!!

Evie~ 

Shelley Library Quilt Show

We made it through our presentation at the Shelley Library Quilt Show tonight!  Kudos to Terry Anderson for organizing such a wonderful event.  It was amazing to look at all of the quilts on display, some of them antique, and ranging from beginners to advanced quilters!  My favorite part was Kim Diehl's trunk show.  I love her fabric and designs -- maybe that is why we ordered her whole line of Vintage Farmhouse and her Simple What Nots Club which will arrive in June (can hardly wait, especially after today) ;o)

We sold out of our Basix rulers, but they are being reordered and we will have them in a week.  If you didn't put your name on the list tonight, please e-mail me as soon as possible so we can get one in for you. 

On another note, we got a couple of darling little fobs in you can put on your keychains, rotary cutters, etc., they are a must see and must have!!! 

As many of you are aware, we have had a little bump in the road with our quilt shop and the following changes are taking place:  First of all, our physical shop will be closing after Friday, February 7th.  Our hours in the meantime will be this Wed. through Friday  from 12-6, Saturday 10 to 4:00, and the following week, Wednesday through Friday from 12-6.  We will continue to have items available through our online shop at olieandevie.com or find us on Etsy at Olie & Evie.   The physical address for our shop is 3472 East 400 North, Lewisville, Idaho 83431. 

In the meantime, come by and see our cute little shop and take advantage of our great prices!  I think you might even find that we have a few items on clearance to save even more $$$$.

Any questions, please e-mail us at olieandevie@gmail.com or give me a call or text at 801-828-8928.  Thanks for all of your support, we wish we could have met you all individually at the quilt show and hope to see you there again in the future!!!

Happy Quilting!

Evie

Lemonade Layer Cake Quilt - Free Pattern

Yes you read it right -- a FREE pattern!  Fat Quarter Shop has a tutorial out for a quilt made from a layer cake.  Sounds pretty good if you ask me .... Here are some pictures taken from some of my favorite blogs out there for proof.

Sidewalks Layer Cake
By:  Lori Holt (Bee in My Bonnet)

 

and then we have ....

Sunnyside Layer Cake
By:  Kate Spain

 

and last but not least ....

(there are more out there if you want to browse the net...)

 



Bluebird Park Layer Cake
By:  Allison Harris (Cluck Cluck Sew)

Here is the link for you to view it yourself!
http://www.fatquartershop.com/free-quilt-pattern-layer-cake-lemonade-free-quilt-pattern

What does this mean for you?  Well for starters, you are saving about $8.00 on a pattern.
Secondly, all the precuts and fabric in our shop are 15% off this month ...
and thirdly ... BONUS -- from November 20th through the 23rd we will give you an extra
10% off your purchase of layer cakes, backing and binding for your projects!!!!!!
So, if you are not done with your Christmas sewing (maybe you like a sale, enjoy building your stash, or just because), this is an eazy peazy
quilt to sew up and you are getting a GREAT BIG DISCOUNT!
(and in case you are wondering, this discounts the yardage in our shop from as low as $5.25 up to $7.50 per yard)

We have lots of layer cakes in stock (including those pictured above). 
Get your fabric, sew it up pretty darn quick and get it back to Olie & Evie (or your favorite quilter)
to be machine quilted in time for Christmas!!!!

And if you wouldn't mind helping us spread the word,
share this post with your friends, family, co-workers, neighbors,
or anyone else I didn't think of, or bring them with you and come on out
and shop this week!!!

(This is an in store special only)

 

Pre Holiday Sale

Happy November 1st!  We can't believe this year is almost over.  Now that cooler temperatures are here and the holidays are upon us we are having a special Pre Holiday Sale. 

From November 1st to November 30th all precuts, patterns, kits, fabric, thread, scrap bags, etc. are on sale for 15% off.  This is a great discount off our already low prices.  The only items excluded in our sale are premade quilts and runners.  Stop on by or order online at olieandevie.com.

We have new quilts made up to kit ... here is a sneak peek in case you are interested.  The photos do not do these quilts justice -- Olie is the photographer not I! 

Fabric:  Honeysweet by Fig Tree
Pattern:  Just in Nine

Fabric:  Chamberry by Adorn It
Pattern:  Just Let It Be

This quilt is not quite finished, but I had to share a picture.  I love how easy this has come together but looks so complicated.  I just need to sew the blocks together and add the border! 

Fabric:  Midwinter Reds by Minick & Simpson
Pattern:  Book - Simply Retro

Come see the quilts in person if you can.  If not, there will be pictures posted on our website soon with sizes and pricing for the kits as well. 

Hope to see you soon! 

Evie

October Specials

IT'S OCTOBER AND WE HAVE SPECIALS!  YAY!

All SASPARILLA yardage (cutest line ever by October Afternoon) is on sale for $7.25 per yard. We also have Sasparilla 5" Stackers for $5.00 and rolie polies for $16.00. 

TOO CUTE TO SPOOK is also on sale.  5" stackers are $5.00 and rolie polies are $16.00. 
These prices are only while supplies last and our SALE ENDS OCT. 31st. 

So hurry on over to our shop or order on line!   http://www.olieandevie.com/

Shop hours: Wed & Thurs 6-8 p.m. and Sat 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
 

Announcement - Open House

Ten reasons you should come to our open house --

in no particular order:

1. You need some "me" time

2.  The days are getting shorter

3.  Your husband is gone hunting -- he won't ask where you've been

4.  Your husband is watching football -- he won't notice you're gone

5.  Evie's sister, Julie, is making her famous caramels and we will have some there to sample and buy

6.  We have a darling shop that you must see

7.  You won't want to miss out on the free demonstrations because they are so cool

8.  We have great customer service

9.  We have great prices

10.  We will have drawings for free stuff



Olie and I are working on our demos and love them -- they are fun, fun, fun!!!  Olie is demonstrating a french braid quilt using a jelly roll -- it is amazing.  I am demonstrating how to use the Half Hexie Ruler and am in love with this method!  It's my new favorite ;o) 

We will have sign ups for our upcoming classes which include beginning quilting, a sewing class for pre-teens an intermediate quilting class and more! Our shop is small, but we have great prices, lots of ideas and superb customer service, so come check us out!

Evie

Birthday discounts

We will be offering birthday discounts to our customers.  If you can provide valid driver's license showing us it is your birthday, we will give you 10% off of your purchase.  This discount will apply to fabric, patterns and notions we have in stock.  This offer will be good 14 days prior to or 14 days following your birthday ;o)  Sweet!

We now have the Just In Nine patterns in stock.  This quilt is so cute and versatile.  It uses 9 fat quarters for the top along with 3/4 yard for a border.  I have seen it made up in several different fabrics and am amazed how it always looks so different.  Love it!

Evie