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New Tanya Whelan Fabric "Barefoot Roses"

Here is Tanya Whelans new fabric range just arrived in the shop called "Barefoot Roses".  It is so pretty, I thought I might make some lavender bags for gift idea's.  Looks great and smells great. Barefoot Roses by Tanya Whelan

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New Amy Butler range called Cameo in Store now.

Hi Everyonoe,

Look at this beautiful fabric range by Amy Butler called Cameo, it has just arrived.  Come in or shop on-line for this amazing range.  It would make beautiful cushions or any home decor project or even clothing.  The mind boggles.

Amy Butler Cameo Range

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New French General Fabrics in Stock called Chateau Rouge

Hi everyone,

Look at this amazing range from French General.  They seem to come up with such beautiful fabrics.  Get it while it's available because this range, like their previous ranges, won't last long.

Chateau Rouge by French General for Moda

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Bag Class Photo's

Hi Everyone,

Here are some photo's of one of our Bag Lady Club's.  We had a great day and everyone got their bags finished in class.  I love it when everyone goes home with their projects finished.  They really feel like they have achieved something.  Have a look at the fabulous bags they made.  This first one is Debbie's.

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The Best Weekend

Hi Everyone,

I had the best weekend last weekend!!  I created all weekend long and my husband made yummy dinners for us, he is so good to me. 

I made a "Hot/Cold Dish Carrier" for our "Small Things Club" next Saturday 2nd April.  Anyone wanting to come along then let me know as soon as possible.

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A Busy Wednesday

Hi Everyone,

We had a busy day today with our "Bag Lady" Class in the large classroom, Liz and I with both our embroidery machines running hot in the small classroom and then when the "Bag Ladies" finished we ended the day with the young girls doing their borders on their quilts in progress.  A fun day all and all.

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Val's Embroidery Class & New Fabrics In Store

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The Night Before Christmas Block of the Month

Look at these gorgeous fabrics that have just come in for our latest gorgeous block of the month.  I have managed to get the first block done.  I am doing it using the Needle Turn Made Easy technique that I love to do so much.  I just want to keep working on it!  It's a pity I have to sleep.  Maybe I will have a late night tonight and work away on it.

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Christmas Party

We had a fun day yesterday at our Patchwork Club Christmas party.  We played "Secret Santa" and everyone was stealing each others gifts.  One gift that was really popular was a beautiful diary cover made by Shirley Julian - everyone kept stealing that.  Liz Saunders ended up with it, luckcy Liz.  The day was very hot but we all kept cool with the iced punch then had a yummy afternoon tea of cream lilies, hazelnut christmas cake, shortbread and nutties.  Very nice. 

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Website revamped

The Apple Basket Patchwork Shop's new website has some features that we've developed for you to enjoy our quilting and sewing community.
Our gallery will feature recent projects by people who have taken part in our workshops.
And our new blog will help you keep up to date with what is happening in the store. If you're registered as a member, you'll be able to add your comments to blog entries.
The new calendar will help you check the dates of workshops and sewing classes.
And we'd love you to keep stocked up on all your sewing needs using our new catalogue.

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