Link Love: Sew Like the Wind
Welcome to June! I can’t believe it’s June already, May seemed to go by in the blink of an eye! June is going to be MASSIVE! #100Days100Blocks2019 kicks off 1 July and I’m frantically trying to sew and photograph blocks. Not to mention I’ve got appearances at local stores (see details below) this month to help people get ready for sewing their own versions of Kinship: 100 Block Fusion Sampler. I’m also doing a destash, so if you’re in the Canberra region be sure to come along and check it out! (Details below.)
Winter has officially started and it looks like the lad and I have finally kicked those coughs. Now we’re both just getting a little niggling cough when we hit the cold. I think it’s going to be a particularly cold and cruel winter this year. Makes me appreciate all the blessings we have, like central heating, warm water, hearty meals and family cuddles.
This post is jam packed full of information today so be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom to check everything out. I’d hate for you to miss out on some bargains, important information or booking one of the last places at Camp Sewcial! Wishing you a week filled with love, laughter and much fabric fondling!
I will be appearing at the following stores in June to help inspire, encourage and help you pull together your supplies for #100Days100Blocks2019:
- Thursday 20 June @ 6:30pm – Hobbysew Belconnen. Call (02) 6253 0011 to book your spot.
- Friday 21 June @ 5:30pm – Addicted 2 Fabric. Call (02) 6282 4494 to book your spot.
I’ll be demonstrating the range of templates and rulers by From Marti Michell Perfect Patchwork Templates and Rulers. I’ll also have a collection of quilts made from Kinship: 100 Block Fusion Sampler blocks so you can get up close and personal with the blocks and see scale, ask questions about fabric choices and much more. Nibbles will be provided at both events and I’ll be giving away prizes to those that attend. RSVPing is essential.
Canberra Quilters are hosting a destash sale on Saturday 8 June, 1:30pm – 3:30pm, at the Cook Community Hub and I’ll be there selling fabrics, books, patterns and more! I’ll have EFTPOS facilities, but you may want to bring cash if you want to purchase off other tables. The event is free to attend and you don’t have to be a member of Canberra Quilters to purchase from the sellers.
We’ve been blown away by the response to our first quilting retreat: Camp Sewcial. If you’re thinking about coming don’t wait to secure your spot. We’d hate for you to miss out! Find out more by clicking here.
If you’d like to book a ticket, but the payment plan options don’t work for you simply reply to this email and let me know and we’ll see if we can work out a personalised payment plan for you.
If you’re looking for another incentive to book, both Raylee and I are heading to Fall Quilt Market this year and that means we’ll be bringing back lots of yet-to-be-released fabric bundles for campers to see, fondle and win! We’ll also be picking up some exclusive inclusion to the campers welcome bags from some of our favourite designers, businesses and creatives!
A: This is a quick and easy quilt project from A Bit of Scrap over at the Moda Bake Shop. Click here to read more.
B: I love a good nautical themed pattern and this one from Ellis & Higgs is just perfect. Click here to read more.
C: I don’t often make stuffed toys or ornamental items but I might change that rule for this little guy. Click here to read more.
D: Kerry from Kid Giddy has released a pattern for sewing ties and it looks like a corker. I can already see Mr Gnome rocking a Tula tie to work. Click here to read more.
E: I’ve been singing this song all week and I still haven’t reached my fill. Click here to get up and dance.
F: This date loaf from Good Food Week looks so delicious! Click here to read more.
There’s now less than 30 days to go until #100Days100Blocks2019 kicks off! We’ve announced the majority of the sponsors and prizes and the prize pool is already $4,000+ and we’ve still got sponsors to announce! You can find out about all the prizes on offer (including an AUD$500 cash prize) and how you can win them by clicking here. I’ve also worked with the sponsors to give you exclusive access to deals, discounts, bundles and more. You can shop our event sponsors by clicking here. It’s not too late to register to participate, just click this big button!
You can purchase the pattern and supplies directly from us by clicking here. We have a flat rate of AUD$9 for shipping in the US and free shipping for orders over AUD$75 in Australia. Click here to shop our event range.
If you’ve downloaded your event tracker for #100Days100Blocks2019 you may have noticed a prompt to post the challenge graphic. You can win a special prize for doing so. You can find the challenge graphic, details of the prize, entry requirements and more by clicking here.
I love to share the cool things that I find during my week of surfing the internet window-shopping and splurging. Here’s my top 4 from this week:
A: I’m bluing: I love a good blue and white quilt and this bundle is the perfect starter. Click here to purchase this on Etsy.
B: I’m rainbowing: I feel like screaming “Rainbow!” every time I see this bundle. Click here to purchase this on Etsy.
C: I’m stashing: How amazing it this bundle? Perfect for making your own Kinship Quilt. Click here to purchase this on Etsy.
D: I’m loving: I love this delicate rose print from Alison Glass. Click here to purchase this on Etsy.
You can find the latest information about the following events by clicking the on the relevant link below:
I love seeing the quilts and projects that are made during my sew-alongs or from my book and I’ve decided I’m going to start sharing them with you all so that you can see the amazing work being done within this fabulous creative community. If you’d like to have your work shared please reply to this email with 1 photo of your work made during one of my events, from one of my patterns or from my book. Make sure the image is well lit and clearly shows your work so people can truly appreciate your handy work. Include the details of what you’ve made and it could end up on my blog and in one of my newsletters. If you have any questions, reply to this email and we’ll get it sorted together.
Have you got an event, a charity drive, a pattern release, a class schedule or something else that you think my community would be interested in hearing about? Why not drop me a line and let me know – I’d love to share it with my readers. Click here to email me.
- Quilting Skill Builder: #100blocks100days with Hello Stitch. Weekly demo with show-and-tell meet ups will be held at Hello Stitch, sold in blocks of 4 classes. Click here to sign up! Classes start June 26th. Plus, join us for a free kickoff meeting with teacher on June 23rd at Bay Quilts for guidance on fabric selection; you can shop ’till you drop!
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