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Thursday Jo Club
Thank you to everyone who brought in show and tell ! We had so much fun visiting with each other the time flew by! See you all next month.- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
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All my friends are famous
Ya gotta love Kansas City Star Books, they know good authors when they see them! Two of my friends have new books with them. First out was Tara Lynn Darr with Simply Charming,a superb book with great...
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Prairie Women Sewing Circle
We are so lucky to have Pam herself teach our Prairie Women Sewing Circle, we had lot's of fun and saw lots of quilts old and new. Hope you all get a chance to take part in this unique club at some...
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It's all about Jo
I think Becky and Terry are over achievers! Thank you to everyone who brought in show and tell.- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
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it's here!!!!
The dress my sister made for Eliza came today!! All I can say is WOW! We will keep it in the store for awhile so you all have a chance to see it. I can't wait to see it on Eliza.We also have a trunk...
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The wedding
Elizabeth's wedding was beautiful as was she. Nathan is a great addition to our family! What a blessing to go to a grandchild's wedding.Jim and I enjoyed seeing all the grandkids and friends. Now we...
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Paducah
Stella is having a great time in Paducah! Even when the flood walls went up we were still smiling , but we were wet!! Everyone has been great to us,even with the big move. I would love to tell you more...
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We are back at the hotel, packing up was easy it only took 40 minutes to tear down and get it in the trailer. We have had a great time in Paducah, the people are very welcoming and take good care of...
View ArticleMarket report 1
Beth and I got in last night about 7 pm. Flight was great, no ear problems !!!We had dinner at Buca's yum yum, then went back to the room and Char and I gave ourselves mud facials. Beth walk in and...
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Market Report 2
Phenomenon in Salt Lake City: crosswalks in the middle of the block with orange flags where cars actually stop for you when you start walking!!! Needless to say Docia is entertained every time we cross...
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The Market is closed!
Well friends, Beth and I have had a wonderful time at Market. Here is a picture of her quilt made with her line, Marguerite, hanging in the Windham booth. I'm so proud.We're so excited to come home and...
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The care and feeding of a Quilt shop owner
Most quilt shop owners go to market to find new things for their store,I also go to learn and meet people. Lucky for me many of my friends went to Salt Lake City this year. I want to thank Pam Buda,...
View ArticleVote now!!!!!
. Vote for The Quilt Merchant so we can win a grant. We could buy lots of fabric, wool and put on a retreat.- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
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Dear Jane
Don't forget to sign up for Dear Jane, it starts June 4th. Start thinking about your color choices, I think I'm doing mine in red and brown. Can't wait to see you all there. You will not believe what...
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Jo Club
This is the Jo club quilt for the month, just in time for the holiday!Another cute quilt by Jody!Ya gotta love the twisters,we have them in the store now!- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
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Twisting the nite away
This is how my red and white twisters started then I cut them out -----And what I had left was the skeleton. When I get it sewn together I will post a picture! We may have to do this in featherweight...
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Lizzie verses the Ten Minute Table Runner
Liz is my granddaughter, the one that just got married. Papa is teaching her how to sew!!!!! Nate, her new husband is very lucky! She is a very sweet, gentle and loving woman.We are so lucky to have...
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Jo Club
This months quilt for club is Vintage Holiday, we made it in Browns and Pinks ,love love love this one. There is still time to buy a kit so call and reserve it now! Don't forget to come to club this...
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lights out!!!!!
A big storm blew thru the area and knocked out the power, we still wanted to hang in there and work but it just got to hot. We finally gave up and took the day off.Four of our grandkids are here for a...
View Article"Get On The Bus, Gus"
Ladies, The Quilt Merchant is planning a bus trip. You will be visiting 8 shops that have been featured in Better Homes and Gardens Quilt Sampler as a Top 10 shop in the USA. The trip will begin on the...
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A Perfect Passing
I was very privileged and blessed to be with my Mom on Tuesday nite as She let go of her cancer ridden body and made the journey home to be with the Lord. Just before she left she tried to get out of...
View ArticleHappy thoughts for everyone
This year has been a very long hard year for my family,many upsets and the passing of some very important people. I was thinking of my darling niece, Becky having to grieve the lose of her wonderful...
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Hand work for the winter
I have fallen in love with English Paper piecing. I needed something to work on in waiting rooms, a place I find myself in often now. I prep the pieces with the sewline glue stick, which I love! It...
View ArticleRetirement
I have put The Quilt Merchant up for sale. Thought I would share why, then you will know from me and not just guessing why. I have loved the journey, I have received so much from this business. Loads...
View ArticleI am not The Quilt Merchant
Friday we sold the store to Valarie Langue. I am very excited to see all the wonderful new things she will bring to the store. I will be around for a while to help her get adjusted to her new life, in...
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