Author: Quail Run Needlework

Fall is here and so our Stitch and Chat group is getting back to the routine of stitcihing on Tuesdays
and Thursdays 1-4pm and starting October 1 Saturdays from 1-4pm.

If you are looking for time to enjoy stitching, meet friends and just have a darn good time, please come and join us. There are lots of benefits to our Stitch and Chat group.

Often you get to see what is new to the shop first and get first choice of the trunk show goodies. There are always the latest class models that appear on the class table to inspect. Lots of creativity among the ladies so lots of good suggestions on the area you are stumped on with you latest project.  As you do not need to travel to attend a wonderful retreat you can plan what Quail Run Retreat -Fall or Winter- you are going to attend or maybe both! The national teacher choices are marvelous . The clubs are on display to tempt you .

 
So come to our relaxing, friendly Stitch and Chat.

See you soon!

The Fall Retreat is just a few days away.
I am so pleased to share this time with the ladies who are coming and wonderful Patricia Sone. It will be a terrific class with Patricia!

The dates are Sept 19/20/21(Sat.,Sun.and Monday). Class is from 10am-4pm.A delicious lunch will be served each day. On Saturday evening, I have planned a lovely dinner on Saturday evening.
Our boutique hotel is the Gainey Suites, with large, luxuious rooms and great amenities.

Please stop in and see all the fun as well as the creative stitching . Patricia is here again next month to teach the fun Pumpkin Parade, so join us !

 
January 23/24/25 , 2016
 10am-4pm 

FALL PREVIEW 2015

Just for you- a peak at new designs for FALL 2015 coming to the store.
Something for everyone!
Look for our Open House invitation to get first choice and enjoy us for a 
fun day of treats and prizes.

Have a safe and happy long weekend.
Don’t forget the shop is closed on Monday, so see you tomorrow or someday soon! 

The Fall Retreat is just a few weeks away. It is so exciting to see the canvases that each of the ladies
attending have chosen . Then, kitting the designs with just the right threads and embellishments adds to the excitment. Looking at the threads on the materials list and wondering what stitch or technique will be used in each area makes one dizzy with anticipation!
I thought you would enjoy seeing some of the canvases . Such a great mix!
The Fall Retreat is Sept 19/20/21 and you are all invited to stop by for a visit and peak
at our stitching! Meet talented Texas teacher Patricia Sone and sign up for her next class at Quail Run.

 

Here is a fun fact about today, August 28. 

United Parcel Service 
“In 1907 there was a great need in America for private messenger and delivery services. To help meet this need, an enterprising 19-year-old, James E. (“Jim”) Casey, borrowed $100 from a friend and established the American Messenger Company in Seattle, Washington on August 28. According to accounts given by Jim there were quite a few messenger services already in the Seattle area, some of which he had worked for in the past.
They made most deliveries on foot and used bicycles for longer trips. Only a few automobiles were in existence at that time and department stores of the day still used horses and wagons for merchandise delivery. It would be six years before the United States Parcel Post system would be established.
Jim and his partner, Claude Ryan ran the service from a humble office located under the sidewalk. Jim’s brother George and a handful of other teenagers were the company’s messengers. The company did well despite stiff competition, largely because of Jim Casey´s strict policies of customer courtesy, reliability, round-the-clock service, and low rates. These principles, which guide UPS even today, are summarized by Jim´s slogan: best service and lowest rates.”

UPS Truck canvas 18ct 6×4″( also available smart car, Ford Woodie,
pickup truck, Porsche, race car, Mini Cooper.) 
A fun ornament for that special little-or big guy!

TIPS FOR STITCHING “FASTER”
 

 

A frequent question I get asked is “How do you stitch so quickly?”

Here are some tips –
        1.Be organized

Take the time to organize you threads (I use little plastic bags on a ring) in alphabetical order or numerical order. This will save you time so you can stitch more rather than spending time looking for a thread.

      2.Use good tools

The right size needle, laying tool/trolley needle , stretcher bars if you prefer and a good scissor(my favorite are the cotton candy scissors) will make stitching easy and comfortable. I keep my tools in a small metal magnetic dish so they are right there when I want to stitch.
     
      3.Create a stitching area

A comfortable chair, good lighting and magnification if needed are a must. Keep your project along with all your threads and tools in your “nest”, so you can sit and stitch without wasting time looking for them.

       4.List pad

I keep a paper pad handy to keep a list of threads/embellishments when I am running low which I add to the notepad on my phone. Then,you can purchase these items on your next visit to your LNS and complete your project.
       
      5.Books

Keep your favorite stitch reference books in your stitching area to refer to as needed.

Happy Stitching.

Susan

             

 

 

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So happy to update you with the colorways for Sue Reed’s Mardi Gras Class.
Class is Nov 4/5 10am-4pm. Choose your colorway and come stitch with us!