LUNCH IS ON ME!!
VALENTINE'S SWEETHEART SALE NEXT WEEK!! The Quilted Bean
VALENTINE'S SWEETHEART SALE NEXT WEEK!!
I belong to Quiltshops.com and they are running a sale next week, Feb 8-13. I have put most of my web site items on sale and am honoring those prices in my shop for that week also. All Christmas fabric is 30% off, all kits are 10% off, others are either 10 or 15% off. Other In-Store specials will change everyday!!
If you cannot make it to the shop in person, you can always order on-line!!....but read on.....there's MORE!!
RETREAT REPORT:___________
We held our first ever quilting retreat last weekend on the shores of Lake Sakakawea. We had 21 quilters from Hebron, Donnybrook, Bismarck, Garrison, and Velva and the place was packed!! They formed an amazing bond during the few days they spent together.
One quilter stated...."Thank-you Mardi for arranging such an amazing weekend of fun, laughter, tears, food and just plain old girl bonding!!!! It couldn't have been better!"
We shared personal stories of sons in the military, cancer survivors, and were amazed at how much we had in common...besides quilting...and even had a room full of "retreat virgins."
We took a break from quilting for about an hour on Saturday evening and had a blast acting out a murder mystery. We laughed until we cried...we got to know everyone better and it was just a great diversion from the intense quilting of the weekend. Ellen won the best actress award....Kim won the best director award...poor Britni was "murdered" by the real time lawyer in the group, Robin!! Wonder how the trial will go for Robin....BUT, she probably knows a good lawyer who can get her off on a technicality.
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NEW ARRIVALS!! Cafe Bistro plus Coffee Break!! Java Lovers
The full line of Cafe Bistro by Benartex arrived just last Friday. I just finished getting them all on my web site. They are so rich looking!! Look for a new kit soon.
Another new arrival is "Coffee Break" by Spectrix.
From both lines, I can see kitchen curtains or valances, potholders, table toppers/runners, coffee cup coasters, cozies, as well as a lap quilt for those of you who are passionate about coffee.
I've been looking for great coffee fabric to fit the theme of quilts and coffee...two of my passions (as evident by my shop)...and now I am well stocked!
NEW KITS AVAILABLE NEW KITS
We've been busy, busy, busy...LOTS of new kits are in the shop. Check out the
John Deere Quilt, complete with backing....
The Batik Twist and Turn
The Dazzling Lazy Girl Quilt called Fanfare
Box Step - a new pattern done up with Deco Rose fabric by Blank.
Nature's Amen - a North Dakota State Fair Best of Show winner!!
New Bags!! Grids and Grommets in Black and Red or alternative gold and black!! The grommets are super easy to install, so don't let them scare you.
The Metropolitan is so chic and fun!! The fluff and bead trim makes this bag unique. This fast and easy bag is lined with bright red.
Heart and Soul by Whimsicals arriving some time in February. The new books are in already.
New Batiks are on their way....should be here in a few days!!
I have new fabric due to arrive every month.
I will also be vending at the Minot Quilt Festival March 19, 20, and 21 as well as Metigoshe Ministries Retreat the last weekend in March.
UPCOMING CLASSES!
Grommet Bag: Saturday, February 27 - 9:30 until 2:30. Class Fee: $25 plus kit.
Metropolitan Bag: Saturday, March 6 - 9:30 until 1:30. Class Fee: $20 plus kit.
Beginning Quilting Class: $75 class fee plus supplies. Start date will be in April. Evening classes.
Please call to get your name on the list. Only prepaid participants are guaranteed a spot. If inclement weather, class will be rescheduled.
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY
MY VALENTINE TREAT FOR YOU!!______
Buy $100 in the quilt shop, and your "meal for two" is on me. So treat your spouse, friend, daughter, mother, son, grandchild, whoever ...to a special day at The Quilted Bean. Offer lasts all week, February 8-13. Call me if you cannot come during the day and we can arrange to stay open on Thursday evening, February 11. Your purchase cannot be combined with any previous offers or coupons. There will be a prize drawing for 1 lucky winner from all "free lunch participants" on Saturday. Prize is a $100 gift basket!! So, free lunch, fabric discounts, daily specials, AND a prize drawing....better check it out!!
Online customers will get a credit equal to a meal for two on any order of $100 or more. Just mention "Sweetheart" with your online order.
So here's wishing all of you a SPECIAL SWEETHEART WEEK, with whoever your "sweetheart" may be.
Toodledoo...Hope to see you SOON!!
Mardi