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Well winter has arrived and there is definitely a chill in the air that makes you want to pull up the quilt and snuggle back under in the morning. (we wish!)
We have had a beautiful autumn and sunny winter days can also be very pleasant. The great thing about this time of the year is that it lends itself to lots of stitching. Perhaps you need to drag out that quilt that needs to be quilted, a perfect way to keep warm. Or maybe this is the winter that you promised yourself a class to help get those UFO's finished. I am so glad that we added some more sit n sew classes last term because this is clearly something that appeals to many of you, a casual relaxed atmosphere to share your stitching stories.

For those girls that started their classes early in the year we are seeing some of their projects well on their way and in some cases finished. Show and tell this year will be the most diverse that we have ever had.....I can't wait to see them.

Thanks to Alice for the lovely Mothers day projects that she made this year. They were very sweet and I am sure that many of you who could not attend the workshops will be keen to get the patterns that are now in the shop. A little later Alice is offering another workshop in her beautiful cards. Keep your eyes open for this one. Janna has more blocks to show us in her mystery sampler, showing the diversity in her techniques.....they are looking great!!!!

Margaret's Sampler is looking great with most of the girls opting for the pretty pink version. And Sue's girls are getting through their Blue Bird quilts with another great variety of colour as Sue encourages them to be individual.
The "Friday" girls are incredibly industrious and have made bags, runners, quilts and all manner of things and there is still half a year to go. We have also seen some lovely baby gifts to come out of classes this year, there must be something in the air! I suspect that Christmas projects will show themselves very soon. (scary to even think about!!!!)
Congratulations to Sue Morgan for winning the "email stitching hamper," she was thrilled with all her little stitching treasures. This was Sue's third change of email address since we have been offering the hamper, I think she was pleased that she had updated her details. We have decided to make each hamper reflect the season that it is won in - hence Sue's hamper contained autumn themed colours and ideas.

Deliveries of fabrics recently have seen the arrival of "HEARTS AMORÈ" a pretty little hearts and flowers range that looks great in apparel as well as quilts and small projects. There is also a lovely Christmas range getting ready for our Christmas in July projects with a mixture of small and large prints. A few extra colours in homespun and more of the extra wide quilt backs.

Also look out for the new patterns from Country Ally and new Jelly Roll & Layer Cake books. Plenty of ideas to keep you busy this winter.

As well as these sweet fabrics we have added some gorgeous new framed prints to our range and more baby fabrics on the way. Another new product to keep

your eyes open for are the beautiful cupcakes from Kylie they look "good enough to eat"

****Some new classes added to the program for this term****

1st & 3rd Tuesday morning 6 classes (2 classes for each design) - scrapaholics class - 3 new quilts designed specifically to use your scraps. These are made with templates and can be either hand of machine pieced. Make them as small or as large as you like, do 1 or do all 3.

2nd Tuesday evening 6 classes - Christmas Club / an evening class for those that need it, to get everything ready for Christmas.

1st Friday afternoon 6 classes - Shabby Stars - this is one of Sue's favourite quilts back by popular demand.
3rd Sunday 10.00 : 3.30 Friendship Group with Margaret
5th Saturday 10.00 : 2.00 Machine Quilting with Sue next one (31st July)
Various workshops are held on the 5th week in the month we will notify you by email or on the website.

Workshop dates to be advised

"Shaggy Chic" this fun and easy technique still proves to be popular and is so effective. No matter whether you choose traditional or modern fabrics this is a fun quilt to make. This is often a popular one that can be stitched for a new baby! (you will leave with the top complete).

"Attic Stack" another old faithful that sill has a big following. Designed to finish the quilt top in the day.

"Sewing Classes" There has been some requests for making clothing and home decorator items using our lovely cottons, rather than the polyesters that are ready made in many of the stores. We need a longer class for this and will be looking at the program to see where we can fit it in. Look out for the samples. We will keep you posted!!!!!!

"Bias, Binding, Rotary Cutter & Rulers" Many classes assume that their students now the use of these products. In many cases they do not. This workshop steps through all of the basic tools and their uses.

"Confidence with Colour" If I had a dollar for all the girls that say the hardest job in patchwork is choosing the colours, I would be wealthier than Oprah. While it is true that for some it just comes naturally, there are also tips to learn that can take the difficulty out of this task. The workshop walks you through some of the tricks of the trade to making your selection simpler next time.

Attic Quilts class policy is a minimum of 4 classes. Classes are required to be paid one in advance after this. A missed class incurs a $10.00 missed class fee. If you are not attending a phone call would be appreciated. Please keep mobile phones on mute out of consideration for your fellow class members. A minimum of 4 people is required to start a class, so it is recommended to only buy your requirements when you know that the class will be going ahead. With the high demand for classes bookings are essential. School Holiday & Public Holiday classes are at the discretion of the teacher. Light refreshments are available on tap for your enjoyment.

Monday	10.00 -12.00	1.00 -3.00	7.00 -9.00
1st		A/Z / Marcia This class run by Marcia covers so many aspects of patchwork & quilting that it has to be called A-Z. You name it this class makes it from small simple quilts to something with a bit more difficulty, anything goes. Have you bought a kit and never taken it out of the bag. Bring it along and get it finished. Or if you need inspiration we have lots of ideas in the shop.	Mystery Sampler / Janna Janna has created this lovely sampler that takes in all sorts of wonderful patchwork. Piecing, Applique and foundation are all covered with a new surprise block each month. Janna has used Christmas fabrics for her masterpiece but any style is covered with this lovely quilt. When you are finished the blocks, a separate class will be held for the finishing of the sashing and borders with different options available. This is a rotating class so when you join you will be working on the block for that month. People join and finish at different times so check regularly for vacancies.
2nd	Sit N Sew these classes have no assigned tutor but are more of a friendship opportunity to stitch with like minded people in an informal environment. The great advantage is that you get to see all the wonderful projects that are being created by your fellow stitcher's and that is a wonderful source of inspiration. We have added plenty of these to the class list by popular demand. Some are already fully booked so check before coming.		A/Z / Marcia This class run by Marcia covers so many aspects of patchwork & quilting that it has to be called A-Z. You name it this class makes it from small simple quilts to something with a bit more difficulty, anything goes. Have you bought a kit and never taken it out of the bag. Bring it along and get it finished. Or if you need inspiration we have lots of ideas in the shop.
3rd		Stitch N Patch Alice runs this class which covers a large range of all things stitching. From small wall quilts to larger bed quilts and all things in between. Alice also has a delightful pattern range that she will assist you with in these classes.
4th	Mystery Sampler / Janna An evening class for those that find this time easier to fit into life's schedule.		Friendship Group / Marcia In this group beginner and experienced all come to the same table to share their stitching journey. A mixture of hand and machine with a lot of chatter!
Tuesday	10.00 : 12.00	1.00 : 3.00	7.00 : 9.00
1st	Christmas Club / Margaret In the second half of the year we make various Christmas projects that have us well prepared once Christmas arrives. They consist of stitchery, patchwork and decorations and gifts.		A/ Z Sue This class run by Sue covers so many aspects of patchwork & quilting that it has to be called A-Z. You name it this class makes it from small simple quilts to something with a bit more difficulty, anything goes. Stitching for the home or family, or maybe just a treat for yourself.
2nd	Scrapaholics / Marcia This class is designed for using those scraps that can build up and never seem to go together. 3 different styles learnt over 6 classes	Patchwork / Marcia Larger quilts are being stitched in this class run by Marcia, with more machine piecing than hand work.	Christmas Club / Marcia This class gets you ready for the silly season, while everyone else is going silly you are under control with all your Christmas goodies complete.
3rd			A/ Z Sue
4th	Scrapaholics / Marcia	Patchwork / Marcia
Wednesday	10.00 : 12.00	1.00 : 3.00	7.00 : 9.00
1st	Patchwork / Margaret Margaret's patchwork classes seem to cover all sorts of projects from stitchery, to quilting to craft. There is no stone left unturned in this class. Margaret likes to concentrate on correct skills to get patchworkers into good habits early.	Stitch N Patch - Alice (Aug)
2nd			Patchwork / Margaret Margaret's patchwork classes seem to cover all sorts of projects from stitchery, to quilting to craft. There is no stone left unturned in this class. Margaret likes to concentrate on correct skills to get patchworkers into good habits early.
3rd	Patchwork / Margaret
4th			Patchwork / Margaret
Thursday	10.00 : 12.00	1.00 : 3.00	7.00 : 9.00
1st	Embroidery/Applique / Marcia In this class of Marcia's you get to enjoy two of her favourite things. There is very little machine work in this class. This is a lovely class with gentle chatter replacing the noise of sewing machines. This is a great opportunity to work on one of Marcia's new designs which usually incorporate stitchery & patchwork.
2nd	Mainly Hand / Margaret Margaret's patient and gentle nature makes her the perfect person to teach the accuracy of hand piecing. This lovely sampler takes you through all the tricks of the trade to achieve perfect results.	Mainly Hand /Margaret	Applique / Sue This class has produced some lovely quilts recently with "Breast of Friends"& "Bluebirds of Hope" looking amazing in many different colours. This class tends to work on projects together and encourages to each explore their own creativity, with Sue's expert guidance.
3rd	Embroidery/Applique / Marcia		Stitch N Patch / Alison Alison guides you through all aspects of patchwork and stitchery so that you can also achieve lovely results. Her participation In local groups brings plenty of new and interesting projects to the table and so you can be stimulated with all this industry has to offer.
4th		Mainly Hand / Margaret	Applique / Sue
Friday	10.00 : 12.00	1.00 : 3.00	7.00 : 9.00
1st	Friendly Friday / Sue What started as a group of Dear Jane stitcher's has grown to include “Breast of Friends” and other projects that grab our attention in many of the magazine articles. While the projects have diversified the friendly atmosphere remains the same.	Shabby Stars / Sue Here at the shop we all know about the “special” relationship between Sue and her machine. She produces some amazing work! Come and enjoy the “Shabby Stars” that she has designed for you. No matter which fabric you use this is a classic quilt that you will enjoy for many years .
2nd	Patchwork / Margaret	Reproduction / Marcia This is a new experience for many of our regulars. We new it was time to advance toward some of the more complicated patterns that are synonymous with this style. Each month is a new part of this centre medallion quilt, designed by Marcia. We will also pick up a little history along the way and there will be fabrics to compliment this pattern. Not recommended for beginners but a little confidence will be of great advantage.
3rd	Friendly Friday / Marcia This friendship group work on getting their current projects finished while occasionally sharing a set project together.
4th	Patchwork - Margaret
Saturday	10.00 : 12.00	12.00 : 2.00
1st	Patchwork /Sue What started as a beginner class has now extended to all manner of things. Bright and funky quilts as well as traditional are being covered in this class.	Introduction to McKenna Ryan Following the popularity of this quilt artiste Sue will be showing you the fundamentals of this Lady's particular style. Not for the faint hearted but well worthwhile these quilts are really quite spectacular. Sue will start off with a block and give you the skills to take it to whatever level that suits you.
2nd	Sit N Sew
3rd	Patchwork - Marcia Block of the month quilts are being stitched in this class, with emphasis on learning good basic skills.
4th	Sit N Sew
5th	Machine Quilting In this class Sue takes you through the basics of machine quilting on your domestic machine. Not a lot of experience required but practice does make perfect. A couple of simple tools required and a willingness to learn.

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