December mystery quilt

 We hope you all had a very merry Christmas and all is well with you and yours.

The December mystery quilt is beautiful!  We love the way it turned out.

The kits are available today.

We will be closed Jan 1 and 2 to spend some time with the family for New Years.

We plan to have the $5.55 sale the following Friday.  

Happy New Year!

Second Sat. Sampler block 9

 

 For this block you will need: 

8) 4 inch light squares

8) 4 inch green squares

 

 

 Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4 inch light squares.  Match each of the light squares with a green square making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the drawn line.  Square to 3 1/2 inches and press toward the green.

Arrange as in the photo above to create the block.

We have some finishing kits available.  The kits are $57.99 and include fabric to complete the quilt top and binding.

 We wish you and your loved ones a wonderful Christmas season.

December mystery fabric

We received the fabric for the December mystery quilt this morning.  It will be beautiful.

 Call us at 801-465-9133 to sign up.

November Mystery Quilt

 The mystery kits are ready.

As you can see - it is a pretty simple quilt this month.  The plaids create a warm and comfortable feel.

We will be closed Thurs.- Saturday for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Have a safe and happy holiday!

Second Sat. Sampler block 8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 For this block you will need: 

2) 4 inch background squares

6) 4 inch light print squares

2) 4 inch plumb squares

4) 4 inch light blue squares

2) 4 inch red squares

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4 inch light print and plain background squares.  Match four of the light print squares with a light blue square making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the drawn line.  Square to 3 1/2 inches and press toward the light blue.

Match the remaining light print squares with the plumb squares.  Repeat the process above to create 4) half square triangle squares.

Match the plain background with the red squares and create 4 more half square triangle squares.

Arrange as in the photo above to create the block.

We have finishing kits available.  The kits are $57.99 and include fabric to complete the quilt top and binding.

 

November Mystery

 Sorry we are so late posting fabrics for November.  (Better late than never.)

We will be doing a plaid quilt this time - should be warm and homey.

Becky has a pretty simple project in mind for these.  Come join us.

Storybook greeting cards

 Kelly's brother has produced a set of Christmas storybook greeting cards.  The set includes 12 cards.  Each card illustrates and relates a piece of an original Christmas story.  It's a meaningful way to reach out to friends and loved ones as the holidays approach, especially in this time of social distancing.  

Please take a minute or two to check out the details at https://cardinalgreetings.co/products/twelve-cards-of-christmas 

 Thanks! 

Kelly & Rebecca

October Mystery Quilt

The mystery kits are available today for all of  you who signed up.  Becky used a creative disappearing nine patch technique to create the quilt.  Hope you love it!

 

 As is almost always the case, the quilt looks better in real life than our photo depicts.

Here are a couple of things to keep in mind-

    We added a few extra blocks to make it a little longer.

    The applique is optional - we think it adds a little spark and kits are available if you like it.

We are still pondering options for the November mystery quilt so check back soon.  We will post a soon as we decide.

Have a great day!

THANKS

Thanks to all of you for your support and friendship.  We were happy to see so many of you yesterday as we began our customer appreciation event.

Among other things, Becky created this happy little wall hanging in time to display for the event.  

Kits and patterns are still available.  If you like it, come and get one.

And speaking of Christmas merriment - many of you know that Hallmark used our shop to film a Christmas movie this summer.  The movie is called "Christmas Tree Lane" and is scheduled to debut on the Hallmark movies and mystery channel this Saturday at 8:00 p.m.  We are looking forward to seeing our little town and shop in the movies.

Customer Appreciation event next week

We are so grateful for your support.  To express our gratitude, we will be hosting a customer appreciation event next week.  There will be a free pattern, discounts on almost everything in the shop, prizes and giveaways, and, of course, treats. Becky is working tirelessly to have some new projects and ideas available to spur your creativity.  Please come join us.

Second Sat. Sampler block 7

 This month is block 7.  We are on the downhill slide.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

For this block you will need: 

1) 6 1/2 inch blue square

6) plumb 4 inch squares

6) light 4 inch squares

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4 inch light squares.  Match each of these squares to the 4 inch plumb squares making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the drawn line.  Square to 3 1/2 inches and press toward the plumb.

Use the photo at the top of the blog to arrange and sew the components together to create the block. 

Thanks so much for your support and friendship.  We are planning a customer appreciation event that will take place Oct. 22 - 24.  Details will follow but we want you to be aware of the date.

 Have a great day!

 

September Mystery revealed

 Another mystery quilt day is upon us.  

Thanks to all of you who are participating.  We regret not being able to provide kits for everyone who wanted one.

Here is a photo of Becky's fun creation with the fabric.

It evolved into something a little different than what she originally anticipated but that is the case with many of them.  It is created with a few half square triangles, easy panel pieces and simple borders.  A truly handsome creation without a whole lot of fuss.

See you soon.

Second Sat. Sampler block 6

 I'm sorry, I thought I had posted this earlier.  Let me see if I can get it right this time.

 

This block marks halfway folks.  Where has the time gone?

 

 

 For this block you will need: 

8) 4 inch background squares

4) light blue 4 inch squares

4) lavender 4 inch squares

 

 

 

 

 

 

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4 inch background squares.  Match each of these squares to the 4 inch lavender and light blue squares making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the drawn line.  Square to 3 1/2 inches and press toward lavender/light blue.

Use the photo at the top of the blog to arrange and sew the components together to create the block. 

 

September mystery fabric

 We will be using pieces from the "Explore" collection for the September mystery quilt.  The fabric is a brushed cotton for a cozy flannel feel.

Give us a call at 801-465-9133 if you would like to reserve a kit.

Five Fifty Five Friday comin' up

Welcome to September! The first Friday sale will be extended to Thursday and Friday again this week to better help with the social distancing.  We just got some new bolts in today to add to the shelf.

Among the new are a couple of fun panels.

Come and get some!

August mystery quilt revealed

We got it done in time.  I often marvel at all Becky gets done month after month.

Anyway - it turned out warm and cozy (and right down handsome)!

 

 

We added applique in the bottom corner.

Applique  kits are available if you would like to add a little fall touch to the quilt.

Happy sewing and thanks so much for your support.

August mystery quilt fabrics

 We finally got the fabrics for the August mystery quilt.  Sorry it took so long.  Our suppliers are still working on getting everything back to normal.

The fabric is a flannel collection.  Becky is planning a great guy quilt.  We will be offering an optional applique kit to create a cozy fall throw.

We have space left for  7 more people, so if you want one call soon - 801-465-9133.

Thanks so much for your support.

Second Sat. sampler block 5

 

 

 For this block you will need: 

4) 4 inch background squares

1) cream and red 4 inch square

1) green 4 inch square

2) cream/green/red 4 inch squares

4) red 4 inch squares

4) 3 1/2 inch background squares

 

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4 inch cream squares.  Match each of these squares to a 4 inch red square making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the drawn line.  Square to 3 1/2 inches and press toward the red.

Draw a diagonal line on the back of the 4 inch cream/red/green squares.  Match one to the green square and one to the cream/red square.  Repeat the process described above to create 2 half square triangle blocks from each set.

Use the photo at the top of the blog to arrange and sew the components together to create the block.

 

July Mystery quilt revealed

Thanks so much to everyone who signed up for the quilt this month.  The kits sold out again.  The mystery kit includes all of the fabric to the first border.  We really like the optional border which takes an additional yard of fabric.  (Available for $8.99 as long as they last.)

I think Becky has done another amazing job.  Hope you love it!

We are planning a quilt using Wool Needle flannels for August.  We will post a photo as soon as we have fabric so stay tuned.

July mystery quilt fabric

We are planning a honey bun quilt using the "Last Bloom" fabric collection by Sandy Gervais.

It'll be fun!

Kits are limited so call soon if you would like to reserve one (801-465-9133).

Senond Sat. Sampler block 4

The filming is done and it is no longer Christmas on our little main street.  It was interesting to watch the process.  We look forward to seeing the movie on the Hallmark channel this Christmas season.

Thanks so much for your patience and understanding.

So, now that we have our shop back, we are resuming business as usual.  Here are the instructions for block four.

(We need to mention - if you happened to pick your block up before today (Saturday) don't start just yet.  We cut the backgrounds incorrectly so you will need to pick up a few additional squares of the right size.  Sorry for the inconvenience.)

For this block you will need:

6) 4" background squares
4) 3 1/2" background squares

6) 4" blue squares 

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4" background squares.

Place a 4 1/2 inch background square with each of the blue squares making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the line.  Square the triangles to 3 1/2 inches. Clip the excess corners of the seams and press.


Arrange and sew the half square triangles as depicted in the photo at the top of the post to create the block.

Happy sewing!

Shop update

The filming is all done.  We are in the process of getting the shop put back together.  It isn't happening as quickly as we had hoped.

We have cancelled our Friday sale for July because we have not been able to prepare for it.  We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause and apologize for not getting the word out a little sooner but our internet access has been somewhat limited because of the filming.

We will be closed today (Friday) as we work on the shop.

Becky has created some fun new projects we look forward to showing you as soon as we get the shop together.  

Thanks so much for your continued support.

Kelly & Rebecca

June Mystery Quilt

Becky says we are keeping this one.  We really kind of like it.  I think it is one of the best photos we have posted on this blog - so a big thank you to our Daughter, Challis who took the photo for us. (Visit her on instagram @challisinwonderlandphotography.)

I think there is great beauty in the simplicity of the design.  If you hurry, you can have it pieced just in time for Independence day.

So - as we mentioned, there is a movie being filmed on our little main street.  The street has been turned into a winter wonderland.  Our shop is temporarily a music store so we have no access to the retail area to pass out the mystery kits.  We are hoping for good weather on Tuesday so we can set up in the back of the shop to pass out the kits on Tuesday.  You can access us through the Ace Hardware parking lot.  You should see the pop up awning in the back.

If you can't make it on Tuesday, please call ahead to make sure we are at the shop and we will be happy to run the kit out to you.  We should be back to normal at the shop sometime after July 8th.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Our first Friday sale will be postponed because of filming and the holiday.  Stay tuned - we will be posting details as we figure them out.

Second Sat. Sampler block 3

Block 3

For this block you will need:

8) 4" background squares
4) 4" blue squares
4) 4" green squares

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4" background squares.

Place a background square with each of the print squares making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the line.  Square the triangles to 3 1/2 inches. Clip the excess corners of the seams and press.


Arrange and sew the half square triangles as depicted in the photo at the top of the post to create the block.


Just a reminder - business as usual here at the shop will be interrupted for the filming of a Hallmark Christmas movie for the next four weeks.  We will be here on a limited basis.  It would be good to call ahead if you need something (801-465-9133).

Have a great day!

Heads Up - movie filming

Our building has been offered a supporting role in an upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie.  Beginning next week (June 15th), the production company is scheduled to move us out and prepare the set for the movie.  We anticipate a three week interruption by the time they set up, film and then put everything back together.  Of course, this will affect the day to day business.  We apologize in advance for the temporary interruption.  We will be conducting very limited business out of the back door but please call ahead to make sure we are here.  Our number is 801-465-9133. 

We will be passing out kits for the mystery quilt on June 30.  Please plan on coming to the back of the shop.  Don't know yet if we will have a tent set up or if we can create space in the workshop but we'll make it work.  Stay tuned for details.

Since the first Friday in July falls on the holiday weekend we are planning on moving the first Friday sale to the following week (July 10th).  Hopefully we will have the shop back in order by then.

Watch the blog for more details and plan on viewing the movie this Christmas season.

May mystery quilt

The May mystery quilt kits are ready.  You are welcome to pick yours up today (Fri. May 22) if you would like.  We will also be here Sat. from 10 until 1:00.  We will be closed Monday for the Memorial day holiday.

The quilt is summer fun and sunshine!

We are planning a red, white and blue quilt for June.  Some of the fabrics are shown below.

Call and reserve your kit - 801-465-9133.

Have a great holiday weekend!

Second Sat. Sampler block 2

Welcome to block 2!

For this block you will need:
8) 4" print squares
8) 4" red squares

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4" print squares.

Place the red squares with the print squares making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the line.  Square the triangles to 3 1/2 inches. Clip the excess corners of the seams and press.


Arrange and sew the half square triangles as depicted in the photo at the top of the post to create the block.

Happy sewing!

April Mystery quilt

Today is mystery quilt day!

So sorry we couldn't provide a kit for everyone that requested one.

Becky designed this fat quarter quilt to look good and be functional.  It works up with a minimum amount of time and effort so you can feel good about actually taking it camping or throwing it out on the lawn for a picnic.

The quilt finishes about 71 1/2 x 71 1/2 inches.  With only four additional fat quarters you can create a twin size quilt. 

Kits may vary slightly. 

Please pick up your kits within a week.  Kits not prepaid will be released to those on the waiting list a week from today.  (Please call if you need to make other arrangements - 801-465-9133.)


We are excited to be using the Clover Hollow collection from Moda for the May mystery quilt.

Doesn't it look like Spring and Sunshine?

Call soon to reserve your kit.

2020 Second Sat. Sampler begins

Block One

Thank you for joining us on another quilting journey. 

For this block you will need:
4) 4" blue squares
4) 4" red squares
4) 4" background squares
4) 3 1/2" background squares.

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the 4" background squares and two of the 4" red squares.

Place the two red squares with two of the blue squares making sure the right sides are together and the outside edges are aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the line.  Square the triangles to 3 1/2 inches. Clip the excess corners of the seams and press.

Match the 4" background squares to the remaining blue and red squares.  Repeat the process described above to create 8 more half square triangles.

Arrange and sew the half square triangles and 4 corner squares as in the photo at the top of the post to create the block.

Happy sewing!

A couple of things

We hope you are all healthy and happy!  We have heard that many of you are completing some projects as you heed the suggestion to stay at home.  Way to go!

It is the first of another month.  We are offering select fabric for only $5.55 per yard.  In order to avoid a big crowd on Friday we are expanding the sale to Wednesday through Friday.  Please help us observe the guidelines for social distancing.  If needed, we may limit the number of folks in the shop at any one time. We are regularly wiping down the doorknobs and frequently touched areas to help keep us all safe.

For those who would prefer not to come into the shop we are happy to cut what you need from the bolts pictured above.  You can call us at 801-465-9133 and tell us what you want.  We can take payment over the phone and run it out to the curb when you are ready to pick it up.

We are also offering 10% off all kits and pre-cuts Wed. through Friday.

We will be closed this Saturday so please plan accordingly.

And a final note.  We will be using the "Gone Camping" collection for the April mystery quilt.

Becky is planning a quick quilt that you won't feel badly about someone actually taking on a picnic or camping.

Stay well.

March Mystery quilt

In order to avoid large groups on one day, we are revealing the March mystery a little early.  The kits and instructions are available now.

Becky has created another beautiful (and fun to make) quilt.

As you pick up your kits please remember the guidelines of social distancing and other precautions we have been advised to adhere to.  Our intent in releasing the kits early is to give a little more time for everyone to pick them up rather than all at the same time.

We are so grateful for your continued support - especially at this uncertain time.  Please stay healthy!

Second Sat sampler block 12

This is the last block of the quilt!  You are almost done.

For this block you will need:
8) 4" background squares
8) different 4" print squares

Draw a diagonal line on the back of each of the background squares.

Match a background square to each of the print squares with the right sides together and the outside edges aligned.  Sew 1/4 inch on each side of the drawn line.  Cut on the line.  Square each 1/2 square triangle to 3 1/2 inches and trim the excess points of the seams.  Press toward the print.

Assemble the resulting 1/2 square triangles as pictured at the top to create the block.



We hope you have enjoyed the process as this quilt has come together for you.

We are starting a new Second Sat. Sampler in April.  You can see a couple of the blocks and the fabrics we will be using in the photo below.

We're not sure how we are going to set them all yet but you can get the 12 blocks for only $12.00.  The instructions will all be on line as we have done in the past.  A new block will be available on the second Saturday of each month.  Give us a call if you would like to be included - 801-465-9133.

We wouldn't be doing this if it wasn't for the support our great quilting friends - so THANKS!

March mystery fabric

We will be using the Edie & Jane fabric collection for the March Mystery Quilt.

Openings are available.  Give us a call at 801-465-9133 to reserve a kit.

February mystery quilt

The February mystery quilt was revealed today.  It's beee-utiful!

We are planning on using the Edie & Jane fabric collection for the March mystery quilt.  We will post a photo as soon as we can.

Have a great day!