It's that time!

It's that time of year right?  When you are busy planning your Treats for Halloween?  Kind of spooky, but it won't be long before fall arrives and we plan to get an early start on our projects this year.  Kind of sounds like a New Years resolution all over again doesn't it.  Hmmm.   

Cotton and Steel's Boo

Ghastlie feature 

Ghastlie Coordinates

We have lots of great fabrics and some new projects up on the wall for inspiration too...and we've remade the classroom for the moment so hope you'll stop by and see the fun we had putting it together.

Spooktacular by Blend

The House that Jack Built by Andover

Wicked by Timeless Treasures

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We're wrapping up our favorite things with day number 10…these little lights will surely put some brightness right where you need it.  There are a variety of styles to choose from - you can attach it to your sewing machine (battery or plug in option) or you can wear it around your neck and direct the light right onto your project OR there is a rechargeable battery option that you can set on your work station and bend the wand to shine right on your stitching.  Perfect for the hotel room, airplane or sewing table when you don't want a big light source all around you.  

We don't have all the specs listed here - you'll want to come in and check them out for sure.  The prices and features vary with each model…For example, the battery operated machine lite retails for $25.95 and the USB rechargeable battery kit with 6inch LED wand lite retails for $65.00.  We're pretty sure you'll agree that they are the next best thing since sliced bread!  

We hope your holiday preparations are going well and that you find some time each day for a bit of sewing time…Enjoy!

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These little quilty bookmarks are magnetic...no, they won't work on your laptop or your kindle or your e-zine....but they will work to mark that favorite quilt idea in your favorite go-to quilt book!  Since they are magnetic, you can rest easy you'll be able to find the page again!   We have a variety of quilt styles to choose from and of course, the timeless, always perfect choice of thimbles!  

$2.25 each magnetic bookmarks

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These little clips are not only festive, but once you try them - you'll be using them on just about all your sewing and quilting projects.  Perfect for binding and working with laminates, great for securing your english paper piecing projects and definitely a one size fits all gift item.  

Clover Wonder Clips
$6.95/set of 10
Opens wide to hold layers of fabric
Base of clip is flat for easy feeding to the presser foot

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Day 7 of our favorite things…a new ribbon trim "handmade with love" that you can cut to make individual tags or use a length of ribbon to tie up a special handmade gift.  A great finishing touch for some special handmade gift items.  

Handmade with Love trim

$1.45/yd.

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Here is the latest recommended accessory for your ruler collection - this package of 6 strips will slip-proof a couple of rulers and they can be removed and repositioned as desired.  These should be on your list for sure!

Grip Strips
Non-slip solution for rulers and templates
Clear to maintain visibility when cutting
Contains six 11 3/4" strips
$9.95

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Half way through our count down...I hope that means you're well on your way with your count down on projects too! 

This is an easy little fix to keep your bobbin threads from unraveling into a big mess - you know what I'm talking about right?  So there is a DIY option you can refer to here with some pretty good before and after photos!

And if you don't have time to hit the hardware store and do your own slicing...we have done it for you and they'll be a perfect surprise under the tree...

Clear Plastic Bobbin Wraps
$1.75/dozen

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Day 4

If only... all that was in a day was keeping track of sewing stuff...the rest would be easy!  

Here is that handy dandy gadget that you might be able to slip in under the radar as a "tool".  I've known a few smaller people that like to test the weight limits on these, and just see what can be grabbed from where (if you get bored with your sewing projects this is a great game to play).  Definitely the one size fits all sewing item!

Sewing & Quilting Magnetic Pick-Up Tool
Extends to 36 in.
Able to pick up 30x its own weight
$4.95 each

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Day 3

This is the best combination of needles for all your varied projects.  This is the "Craft" collection from John James - these are not your typical hand stitching and quilting needles that you find multiple packs of when you're looking for just the right needle for the job.  These are the bigger, longer, larger eye, and specialty use needles ALL in one pack of 33 needles.  Perfect for your stocking or your holiday crafting!

John James Craft Needle Collection
33 included
Contains:
Tapestry (Size 16)
Embroidery (Size 3,7)
Darners (Size 18)
Betweens (Size 7)
Chenille (Size 20,22)
Tapestry (Size 18, 20, 22, 24)
Beading (Size 10)

$5.45 each

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For Day 2 we're featuring this fun little thimble shaped thread organizer.  This little wood fob, is embossed with the word "stitch" across the thimble band, and includes a little latch at the top to attach the fob to your sewing kit.  The holes around the edge will quickly get filled up with whatever your current project requires.  No more sorting through bags and bins to find the threads to finish your project - they'll be organized and ready, right by your side!  These little fobs are about 2.5 inches long, contain 12 holes for threads and are priced at $6.00.  And...they are super light for those of you who pack a travel bag or are just concerned with all the weight in Santa's sleigh.  

  

Happy Stitching!

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Here we go...these are our latest and greatest finds that we think you'll want to own for your sewing kit or acquire for a quilty friend or ...perhaps you're thinking ahead and preparing to stuff your own stocking?

We're offering a daily favorite and you can make your selections as we count down the list.  Let us know which items are on your 'must have list'...and we'll gather them up for you and prepare to mail them to you or package them up for your next visit.  Just give us a call or an email and we'll set you or your Santa up!

These Easy Kut spring action scissor 'snips' are perfect for keeping near the sewing machine - snipping threads.  Of course, when one is good, two are even better - you don't have to repack your travel kit each time you head to a retreat or a roadtrip...These snips are manufactured by Tool Tron and we have the titanium option shown as well as the new foam grip handle version.  These are priced at $10.95 or $11.45 respectively.  

Stay warm and enjoy some stitching!