October 26, 2011

Berenstain Bears

I love the Berenstain Bears.  I can't decide if it's because Mama always seemed to be able to do everything and loves to quilt or because they lived in a tree, but whatever the reason we read these books all the time.

The Berenstain Bears were created in 1962 by a wonderful couple, Janice and Stanley Berenstain.  They worked with Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) to get their books published through Random House and have been an icon in the homes of many for the past 49 years.

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This was one in particular is one of my favorites- can you guess why?   With over 300 titles to choose from, it's hard to pick just one favorite!

I was pretty excited when I heard that Moda will be producing a fabric line using the characters from these books.  It will be released at the Fall Market in Houston just this weekend!  We're definitely getting this in the shop!

What do you think about the Berenstain Bears?  Did your kids and/or grandkids read them?  Did you have a favorite?   Post your comments...

July 12, 2011

Quick Projects for the Summer

EASY STRIPPED TABLE RUNNER CLASS


We use a border stripe for this quick and easy table runner.  
Five seams and the top is together. 

Class is July 29th from 9:30am - 12pm.
 Cost per person: $15 plus patterns and supplies. 

TAKE FOUR PLACEMATS CLASS

A set of four placemats can be completed in an afternoon! 
Skill level: Beginner+ (basic rotary cutting and sewing skills). 

Class is August 12th from 9:30am - 12pm.
 Cost per person: $15 plus pattern and supplies

CONTINUOUS APPLIQUE CLASS

We will learn the technique of continuous line machine applique while creating either placemats or a wallhanging in this class. 

Class is September 9th from 9:30am - 1:00pm. 
Cost per person: $20.00 plus pattern and supplies.

For a listing of all classes, check out our new classes section on the website or click here

June 9, 2011

Newsboy Cap Class

Chic Newsboy Cap by Whimsicals


We will be making this adorable, fun, quick and easy project that will be complete when you leave the class!

"Choose wool, corduroy, linen, or cotton for this fun hat. Make each one unique when you accent the folded brim with a favorite brooch, fabric flower or buttons!" 

Two class times available: July 14th - 9:30-1:00 or 6:00-9:30. Class fee is $20 plus pattern and fabric for cap. Enter which class you would like to sign up for in comments section.

May 25, 2011

Memorial Day Sale


Happy Memorial Day!
Thank you to the men and women in the armed services for your service to our country.

In honor of this holiday, we are offering 30% off American Valor, Liberty Ridge and Bar Harbor (excludes bundles and kits).  This is for online purchases only.  
Sale starts Wednesday, May 25th until Monday, May 30th

April 21, 2011

Flowers in the...snow?

I was listening to the weather report today and then went to the kitchen to double check that it was really April 20th.  As I peered outside, still hoping I had been watching a recording, I was greeted with white fluff all over my hyacinths.  My poor, poor hyacinths...

I assume that I am not alone in my desire for Spring to really be here!  
So, leave a comment on this post between now and Sunday, April 24th and be entered into a drawing for these cute "Fresh Flowers"...


Happy Spring...

March 5, 2011

another jelly roll

Making quilts out of jelly rolls is so fun!  They are quick and always come out looking like it was one of the most difficult quilts around!
  Well, thanks to Betty Crocker, here's another "jelly roll" that is quick and simple too!
Enjoy!
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Rainbow Sherbet Roll
1 package white angel food cake mix
1 1/4 cups cold water
powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups raspberry sherbet, softened
1 1/2 cups orange sherbet, softened
1 1/2 cups lime sherbet, softened

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  Line 15 1/2 x 10 1/2 x 1 inch jelly roll pan with waxed paper.

2.  Beat cake mix and cold water in extra-large glass or metal bowl on low speed 30 seconds; beat on medium speed 1 minute.  Spread half of the batter in pan.  Spread remaining batter in ungreased loaf pan.

3.  Bake jelly roll pan 20 to 25 minutes, loaf pan 35-45 minutes or until top springs back when touched lightly in center.  Reserve loaf pan for another use.  Cool jelly roll pan 10 minutes.  Loosen cake from edges of pan; turn upside down onto towel sprinkled with powdered sugar.  Trim off stiff edges of cake if necessary.  Carefully roll hot cake and towel from narrow end.  Cool completely on wire rack, about one hour.

4.  Unroll cake; remove towel.  Beginning at narrow end, spread raspberry sherbet on one-third of cake, orange sherbet on next third of cake and lime sherbet on remaining cake.  Roll up carefully.  Place roll, seam side down, on 18x12 inch piece of aluminum foil.  Wrap in foil; freeze at least 6 hours until firm.  Remove from freezer 15 minutes before serving.  Cut roll in 3/4inch slices.  Store wrapped in freezer.  

February 4, 2011

Packers vs. Steelers

(photo compliments of The Chocolate Swirl)

Quilt Patch Lane will host it's 2nd Annual Superbowl Sale THIS Sunday, February 6th. 
Everything in the store will be 25% off (excluding kits and Clearance fabric). 

The shop will be open from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for this sale. Come in and browse our new fabric collections, get inspired to learn a new technique, and relax and enjoy some refreshments. 

For our online customers - discount will not appear on order but will be calculated before credit card processing. 

Sale ends Sunday night at midnight, PST.