April Showers Bring May Flowers
There is more snow on the mountain peaks at last. Every day when I walk the dogs, I hear more birds chirping (or drilling into house siding in the case of the woodpeckers). Even at night, the Great Horned Owls have returned and are hooting (we have had a nesting pair nearby for years now). Still no hummingbirds though.
Will the snow and rain showers also bring May flowers? I sure hope so, but in the meantime, check out the beautiful Superbloom collection from Moda. Robin Pickens has done it again with two new floral ombres – one in jewel tones and one in pastels – plus coordinating fabrics. Laura Heine lovers are going to love the wealth of colorful flowers perfect for applique. We also have one kit left of “Gathering Wildflowers.”
We are super excited to announce a really cool project we have been working on for many months...Just Quilt It Mountain Gold! The panel includes a gorgeous mountain scene, the backing, and the binding, all in one place (~12.5 yards of fabric). All you do is cut the fabric then just quilt and bind it. This is a fast and easy way to make a 72" x 90" quilt. For longarmers, you can use one of these panels to test out new stitches or to learn how to use your machine without the hassle of having to piece a top first.
Many of you live far away from Estes Park or just downvalley. For all of you who live near or far, we are announcing our new Peak to PeakTM Home Shoppers Club. For $99, you will get free shipping for one year (max of 2 online orders/month, min purchase of $25/order), a large zippered canvas bag with logo’d items inside and a project: quilters will get a block (fabric and pattern); knitters, will get a mini-skein and stitchmakers.
Yarn Lovers, Local Yarn Shop Day is April 26th. Check out this project, Ciao Bella, by Lisa Overby. (It's a free pattern on Ravelry.) The fingering weight superwash yarn used by our knitter is Ali Pate's Herd of Cats. (Check out the yarn cozy - this is a great way to keep those balls of yarn together! It's another free pattern called....Yarn Cozy....)
Lots going on!!! Enjoy the week!
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Don’t forget to join the hunt for the bunny hopper on our website! Check out the FabShop Virtual Shop Hop. Every month, winners of a gift certificate are drawn from those who visit our FabShop!
Every Friday at 9AM mountain time, join us on Facebook for a short FB Live. Debi will provide tips, show you the latest in the store and/or demo a block.
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.
Charley Harper Rocky Mountain Quilt – April 26 - ONLY 4 SEATS LEFT! 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. LAST DATE TO REGISTER IS APRIL 19!
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!
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.
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!
