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And Sew On... February 25h, 2019
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If you have been in the Phoenix area this year very long, you may have noticed that it has been a bit cooler and wetter than most. Many of us who live here year-round or have been here for a while, welcome these changes in weather with open arms. These chilly temps allow us to adorn a new wardrobe that may include a sweater, boots or maybe even a jacket. These assorted articles of clothing haven't been released from closet prison since the last time our travels led us north to Flagstaff or we flew east to see relatives in Illinois. We have also seen a lot more moisture than we usually experience, but in the Desert Southwest rain is always welcome! As a Valley native, I still catch myself running out to the patio to see a glimpse of the wet stuff when I hear its pitter-patter on our roof tiles.
As much as we welcome the moisture, we know that there are a myriad of folks running as hard and as fast as they can to escape this type of weather and to you, we say we're sorry, but we didn't have a whole lot to do with it.
What happens every Spring?
Last Thursday, 2/21, was the scheduled opening day of the Cactus League's 2019 Season with the first game between the Oakland A's and Seattle Mariners at Mesa's Hohokam Stadium. The operative word in the previous sentence was "scheduled". For the first time in my memory, the opening day game was canceled. This cancellation was because of a massive winter storm that dropped over 1 1/2 inches of rain in the valley and over 3 1/2 feet of snow in the higher elevations. This storm even commanded the city of Scottsdale to break out their snow plow! When we saw that report on the news, Debe and I said in chorus, "I didn't know any towns in the Phoenix area had snow plows!!!" I shot the above picture only a few miles from our house after the several day storm had subsided a bit and the clouds began to disperse. I believe it was the excellent reflection of last weeks' wild weather and perfectly showcased the beautiful place in which we live. The shot captures our Sonoran Desert giving way to the snow covered Weaver Mountains, home of Yarnell Hill.
Again we're sorry that those raindrops may have put the kibosh on your round of golf or a road trip to Sedona, but the good news is this storm headed northeast and we should be back into those warmer sunny 70 degree temps this week!
We love the annual Spring Training Season because it draws so many of you from all over the country and beyond, that come here for the season's 34 days fun activities and games. Arizona Quilts is strategically located between the Peoria Sports Complex and the Surprise Stadium and somehow before or after games, throngs of folks make it to our store generally sporting their favorite team's gear! In celebration, we have brought in the above Wilmington Prints 7th Inning Stretch collection just in time for all those baseball fans "hitting" our doors! I just happen to be one of those fans and at my request, the first larger quilt Racheal made as a store sample was the above baseball themed quilt that hangs over my desk in our office!
We sure look forward to seeing you this season and hope you will come by more than once to help make yours and our season be a home run!
Happy Cactus League Quilting!
Murray & Debe
Susan, Kathy, Vickie, Michelle, Patsy, SuzAnne and Kelly
PS - Be sure to check out the new fabrics and classes listed below!
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We are so excited to now be carrying Cosmo Embroidery Floss. Cosmo is made from the best grade of Egyptian cotton and has the texture and sheen of silk! This
6-strand 8 meter thread doesn't tangle or knot while stitching and glides smoothly through fabric! There are a myriad of colors, 144 to be exact, to choose from. Just one more reason to drop by this week!
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https://www.azquilts.com/signup
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We always have NEW selections of
fabric arriving weekly!
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FABRICS OF THE WEEK:
15% OFF*
CHILDREN'S FABRIC
We have a wide selection to choose from.
Large Selection - ALWAYS Fabulous - Some of our Favorite Quilting Fabrics!
*Discounts off regular prices, 1 yd min cuts. Selected animal prints.
Now thru Saturday, Mar. 2nd
(Sunday, Mar. 3rd, online)
Go to:
https://www.azquilts.com/
and search "Sale" for a peek at even more of our Items Now On Sale!
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CLEARANCE CORNER
30-50%* Off!
Many new fabrics are always being added!
Shop https://www.azquilts.com/
and/or, Come On Over
*Off reg prices, 1 yd min. cuts. Always changing selection. Limited to stock on hand.
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Continuing Classes
Americana Block Exchange 2/3 - Feb. 26
ABC's of Quilting 4/5 - Feb. 27
Thirty-something 4/8 - Feb. 27
Paradise in Blooms/Vintage Rose - Feb. 28, Mar. 7 & 21
Summer Solstice 2/3 - Mar. 4
Dinner Plate Dahlia #1 2/7 - Mar. 9
Dinner Plate Dahlia #2 2/7 - Mar. 16
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Please check our website for more information.
https://www.azquilts.com/calendar
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Monthly Regulars
*Sew On*, w Karen, 2nd & 4th Tues., 9am-4pm
*Judy Niemeyer Club* w/ CI Kelly, 1st Tues. OR 3rd Fri.
*Sew Not Sleepy* w/ Susan, 1st Fri., 5pm-10 pm
*JNQ Area 51 Quilters*
w/ CI Kelly, 3rd Fri., 5pm-9pm
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Raw Edge Applique using Fusible Thread w/ Connie will be held Mon., Feb. 25 from 9:30am-3:30pm. Applique, the art of applying a piece of fabric on top of another to create beautiful designs. Choose your pattern and learn this great fast and easy technique for doing raw edge applique using fusible thread!
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Collage Cactus w/ Gail will be held on Sat., Mar. 2 from 10am-4pm. This 11-panel cactus pattern is great. Laura Heine created a fun project. It takes time, but is well worth the effort. In this class you will begin to coordinate color using your imagination at all times. We will have lots of fun while exploring this desert masterpiece!
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Desert Sky w/ Kelly will begin on Fri., Mar. 8 for 2 sessions. A fan favorite beginning pattern and easy to choose fabrics. Pick 24 fat quarters and you are ready to go. Cutting is easy with layout sheets. With the smaller class size you get lots of personalized help. Taught by Judy Niemeyer CI, Kelly Grant.
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ABC's of Quilting w/ Susan will begin on Wed., Mar. 13 from 9am-12pm for 5 sessions. This is a great class for beginners or those who might want to freshen up their skills. Even if you have taken her class & would like to re-visit this, stop in and Susan can customize something just for you!
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Collage Fun w/ Gail will be held on Mon., Mar. 18 from 10am-4pm. The wonderful patterns of Laura Heine come to life and you are the artist! We will explore color fusion, what fabrics work well together and why, color value and placement. Come join us for a great time of playing and creating!
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Create Your Own Collage w/ Gail begins on Thurs., Mar. 28 from 10am-4pm for 2 session. Your imagination will shine as you create YOUR OWN collage with the SUBJECT you want. The prep and 1st part of the class will prepare your picture and the 2nd part will be having you bring your figure to life! Join in and see all of the great ideas!
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Ruler Work 101 w/ Carrie will be held on Fri., Mar. 29 from 10am-3pm. Have you ever wondered how to use quilting rulers? Join Carrie as she demystifies ruler work. You will create a sampler with a variety of designs using 2 different rulers. Learn the basics as well as how to audition your designs! This class will give you the skills to create a block, background & border designs using ruler work.So much fun!
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Sweet Tweet Thread Sketching w/ Carrie will be held on Sat., Mar. 30 from 10am - 3pm. Spend the day with Carrie and learn a new type of applique: free motion thread sketching applique. From the book, Sweet Tweets by Erin Cox, you will create an adorable whimsical bird wall hanging of your choice. You will learn tips and tricks about thread sketching. This method is quick and fun!!
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Sunsations Magnolia w/ Kelly begins on Mon., Apr. 1 from 10am-4pm for 3 sessions. For this class you can choose from Butterfly Garden, Sunsations Magnolia, Shattered Ruby, Daggered Medallion and Allisyn's Wonder Land patterns. Come and learn from Judy Niemeyer Certified Instructor, Kelly Grant.
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Collage Landscape w/ Gail will be held on Sat., April 6 from For those who love the beauty of nature and all the wonderful landscapes you have seen or photographed, here is your opportunity to create the landscape in fabric. In this class Gail will show you step-by-step how to work on this project allowing all of your creativity to show brightly. Dream in fabric!
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Walking Foot 101 w/ Carrie will be held on Thurs., Apr. 11 from 10am-3pm. It's time to get your walking foot out of the ditch! Join Carrie as she shares her favorite tool: The Walking Foot! You will learn the basics of starting & stopping quilt lines, how to plan stitching paths, marking methods and unique designs - all with your walking foot! No free-motion allowed!
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Anemone w/ Kelly begins on Thurs., Apr. 12 from 10am-4pm for 3 sessions. This popular class is back and will fill up fast, so don't wait too long to sign up! No beginner classes are required to take a Judy Niemeyer class here at Arizona Quilts. Taught by Judy Niemeyer Certified Instructor, Kelly Grant.
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As always, we thank you for your friendship & your business.
Stay safe and happy quilting!
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OPEN
STORE HOURS
Mon - Fri, 9:00-5:00
Sat 9:00-4:00
Always open, 24/7 at https://www.azquilts.com/
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