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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Festival of Quilts 2023 – 20th Anniversary Year 3 years ago
Goodness .. this has been happening for the last 20 years! The event of the year, and any quilter worth their needles will already have the date in their diary. Are you planning to go this year as there is bo…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Specialist Sashiko Needles from Clover 3 years, 1 month ago
The art of Sashiko has become a big trend over the years and Clover has the perfect needles for your projects!
Coated with a Gold-Eye plating, these Sashiko needles have a unique elliptical design for easy…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, A lovely new tin of Denim from Gutermann 3 years, 1 month ago
Sew like the professionals!Denim fabrics are trendy and not just for jeans. Authentic, sturdy and cool, denim bags, backpacks, pillow cases or vase covers are just a few examples that make for great…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Sustainable Vlieseline Waddings 3 years, 2 months ago
Great news for those looking for sustainable options, the following Vlieseline fleeces are easy to work with and contain a significant percentage of recycled materials. You can select the ideal thickness…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Are you looking for a new Thimble? 3 years, 2 months ago
New thimbles that meet the diverse needs of sewing enthusiasts are being added to the ever-popular Clover collection
Natural Fit Leather Thimbles
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Ticket giveaway for the Craft4Crafters Spring Show 3 years, 3 months ago
See the Spring in with the Craft4Crafters show
Thursday 30th March to Sat 1st April, Westpoint Arena ExeterWe have FIVE PAIRS OF TICKETS to GIVE AWAY to this lovely show – simply comment below on this article a…
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It’s brilliant to see my name up in the lucky winners, but no one has contacted me yet?
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Denise Inkson wrote a new post, The Cheap Procrastinator: Festival of Quilts; The Journey to Display. 3 years, 3 months ago
It is that time of year again, when the festival of quilts opens its doors to this year’s quilting entry requests. I have been considering entering for a while now. However, the biggest issue for me is my health a…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, (no title) 3 years, 3 months ago
Ricky Timms entry to the 2022 Festival of Quilts would brighten up any wall or room wouldn’t it..
It’s getting to that time of year already! The fabulous Festival of Quilts will take place 3rd to 6th A…
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I’m half way though reading his book, Convergence Quilts. It’s really good and explains how you can make them.
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Clover Hot Hemmer Square and Ruler 3 years, 3 months ago
These are a brilliant way of avoiding burnt fingers as well as being able to achieve accuracy when pressing folds and seams or attaching fiddly applique..
Hot Hemmers are made from nylon fibre board which…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Lovely Deco Stitch 70 Threads from Gutermann 3 years, 4 months ago
For beautiful top stitching and decorative backstitch seams, Deco Stitch 70 from Gütermann creativ gives clothing, accessories and home sewing projects a professional, distinctive and unique finish. This shimmering…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Win Tickets to the 2023 Stitch Festival 3 years, 4 months ago
Shop, learn and be inspired at The Stitch Festival! Taking place at the Business Design Centre from 23rd – 26th March 2023, expect to be inspired by quirky textile displays, shop from your favourite cra…
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Thank you so much!
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Carolyn Gibbs wrote a new post, Log Cabin Christmas Card Hanger 3 years, 5 months ago
Do you still receive a lot of cards at Christmas time? One unusual solution to the dilemma of where to display them is this Christmas Card Hanger and of course you get the pleasure of making something useful…
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A lovely project tostart for next Christmas.
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A good idea – it does take a while to make, but can then come out every year.
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, A Grand Day Out with Our Quilty Pleasures 3 years, 7 months ago
Every year Our Quilty Pleasures, the sewing group I belong, to plan a Grand Day Out. Some might say a Road Trip but it always includes a really good FART.
Having scouted the venue previously for our 2022 event…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Ethical thread from Gutermann Creativ 3 years, 8 months ago
Gütermann has added a new rPET thread pack to their ever-popular range! Produced using Micro Core Technology and made exclusively by Gütermann creativ using 100% recycled plastic bottles. Sew-…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Gütermann creativ release new thread boxes 3 years, 9 months ago
New from Gütermann creativ are these transparent thread boxes filled with an abundance of colourful Sew-All threads!
No more fumbling around in workbaskets for the right shade of thread, these boxes look great an…
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Denise Inkson wrote a new post, The Cheap Procrastinator: Product Review, Clover Fabric Tube Maker. 3 years, 9 months ago
First I would like to thank UKQU: https://ukqu.co.uk/ and https://www.clover-mfg.com/ for giving me the opportunity to review and test the Clover Fabric Tube Maker.
It came through my door three days before I…
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Great blog / product review!
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Thank you.
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Vlieseline at Christmas! 3 years, 9 months ago
Unleash your Christmas creativity with the aid of some clever Vlieseline products!
Making projects faster to complete, with the added bonus of a more professional finish, these nifty interlinings are really easy…
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Denise Inkson wrote a new post, The Cheap Procrastinator: Who needs a reason to shop? 3 years, 9 months ago
Who needs a reason to shop, not normally me, but due to current and past events over the last few years, having a reason helps. I mean, we will need more fabric right? For once I have a good reason. I have been after…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, Clover Fabric Tube Maker 3 years, 9 months ago
Spend more time creating and less time making with this ingenious new tool from Clover.
Designed to help you produce a whole wealth of exciting projects including rugs, bags, mats and other fashion and home…
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Sylvia Priest – webmaster and quilter wrote a new post, British Waterways, designed by Sarah Payne for Craft Cotton Co. 3 years, 10 months ago
A couple of summers ago I was lucky to become a part owner of a lovely canal river cruiser . an ancient Birchwood 25 in need of care and attention. Over time my fellow owner, who is a bit good at renovating s…
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UK Quilters
3 years ago
Oh, how fabulous! I WILL be there!
3 years ago
Oooh what a wonderful mum and daughter girlie trip this could be
3 years ago
What a perfect day that will be .
3 years ago
It would be great to win tickets to the Festival of quilts.
3 years ago
Now that would be a good day out!
3 years ago
wow that’s fantastic. I’ve only missed 1 in 20 years and that was due to illness.
2 years, 11 months ago
would absolutely love
2 years, 11 months ago
Thank you so much , that’s fantastic news ,
2 years ago
Fingers crossed I’m lucky x
2 years ago
Great delayed celebration for me as my birthday is the weekend before
2 years ago
Be a lovely day out and lots of inspiration
2 years ago
This would be amazing prize for mum and I!
2 years ago
would love to go to this event, haven’t been for 5 years so I’m long overdue a visit.
2 years ago
amazing prize!!
2 years ago
There could be a trip on the horizon
2 years ago
This show was amazing last year! Had a fun time with mum and sister!! Spent loads. Looking forward to the next show!!!
2 years ago
Would be fantastic to win two tickets, my daughter will be home from abroad and would love the experience of FoQ
2 years ago
Congratulations to Festival of Quilts on it’s 20th anniversary! I would love so win a pair of tickets please, so that I can come and celebrate with you!
2 years ago
It would be fantastic to win a pair of tickets
I have attended the show each year for many years and love looking at every ones work
2 years ago
I have never been but heard so much about it. I would love to go and take my friend.
2 years ago
ooh yes please..what a fabulous day out that would be !!!
2 years ago
Yes please enter me in the competition! Thank you
2 years ago
I used to go for the whole with my friend Mary. We had a blast! Sadly she died before her time in 2021. I’ve not been since but would like to go back in her memory.