Green = Spring is coming
Remember last week when I talked about the little green sprouts? Here is a picture of how the grass has grown. I know this does not look like much, but it is GREEN! The day after I took this picture it got cold and has been snowing and icing ever since. That is more than ok though since we REALLY need the water. What is strange is that the high peaks, especially the western slope mountains, are at or above normal snowpack levels, while here on the east side of the Continental Divide at the lower elevations (as in 7000’ to 10,000’), not so much.
Spring IS coming and we have some lovely new Tangerine Coneflowers and Golden Mums fabric in stock to get you thinking about flowers.
Batiks are always in season and we have new batiks from Anthology Fabrics in dark teal and orange. These batiks are colorful and have non-directional patterns that can be used in many ways.
For all of you fishermen and women out there that also love Foundation Paper Piecing (or for you quilters who know some fisher people), this month’s FPP pattern is a leaping rainbow trout.
Knitters, Nancy Bates is coming out with a new book towards the end of the year to celebrate the bi-sesquicentennial (250 years) anniversary of our country on July 26, 2026. It is her All American Collection and, in the book, she will have a pattern for each state. We will be kitting selective states as Nancy releases some patterns over the next few months. For now, we are kitting Colorado (think elk and aspen), Texas (think cowboy boots), Nebraska (think Sandhill Cranes), and Kansas (think wheat fields).
Where can you find us outside of Estes Park to get your mountain fix? We will be at the Boise Idaho Quilt, Craft, and Sewing Show May 8 – 10 (booth #608) or you can find us at the Castle Rock, Colorado Quilt Craft and Sewing Festival May 29 – 31. We have also applied to be a vendor at the Garden of Quilts in Salt Lake City.
The NoCo Shop Hop, June 5 – 14 will be here before you know it! Start planning your route now to visit all 13 shops. Stop in each participating shop to get each store’s exclusive pattern and get your passport stamped. Everyone who visits all 13 shops will be entered to win amazing gift baskets. Check out the website for additional information.
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Charley Harper Rocky Mountain Quilt – April 26 - Come have fun with Charley Harper while making this colorful quilt using Charley Harper’s Rocky Mountain National Park panel and other Charley Harper fabrics that reflect mountain flora and fauna.
Learn to Crochet – May 15 and May 22 – Join us for a 2-session class to learn basic crochet stitches!
Learn to Knit – May 15 and May 22 – Join us for a 2-session class to learn knitting and purling.
Passport to the Stars Quilted Table Runner - May 17 - Learn how to make stars using 3 different techniques as you make this beautiful table runner!
Easy Crochet Bear Paw - June 19 - Make cute bear paws using basic crochet stitches!
Easy Knit Market Bag – June 19 – Learn some new knit stitches while learning how to make this fun Market Bag! This class is perfect for beginners who know how to knit and purl!
Huggable Crochet Tote - July 9 - Join us to make this fun and quick crochet tote that uses 1 stitch and bulky weight yarn held double!
Easy Crochet Dishcloths – July 12 – Join us to learn several different crochet dishcloth designs. This class is perfect for beginners who know basic stitches!
Easy Knit Market Bag – July 12 – Learn some new knit stitches while learning how to make this fun Market Bag! This class is perfect for beginners who know how to knit and purl!
Tunisian Crochet Afghan: Holiday Sampler Blanket Series – Starts September 20 – Join us in making this beautiful Tunisian Crochet Afghan over 8 months.
Pictorial Applique Workshop by David Taylor - September 14 to 19. Space is limited for this retreat. If you have not attended a retreat by David Taylor, you will be in for an experience with lots of laughter and learning. Registration is through Taylor’s website: DavidTaylorQuilts.com Note that you will be on your own for lodging – check out this website visitestespark.com/lodging/ to get a room reservation sooner rather than later as September is high season here in Estes Park!
