Monthly Archives: January 2012

Celebrate success!

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Mary Kate Karr-Petras

We here at QN are fortunate that the Denver metro area (including Golden and Boulder) is large enough to support a few independent quilt shops in addition to the large fabric chain stores. Even so, it seems there are fewer … Continue reading →

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Quilts for Japan status

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Mary Kate Karr-Petras

Keeping you updated regarding the journey of the quilts for Japan.  While the quilts shipped from our Golden, Colorado, office on January 13, we were informed this morning by the shipping company that the container of quilts was delayed due … Continue reading →

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DESIGN WALLS

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Susan E. Geddes

One of my favorite elements of Quilters Newsletter magazine is the Design Wall page. It serves as an intro page to our pattern section. I begin my design with a current fabric line from one of the many fabulous collections … Continue reading →

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Quilts on their way to Japan

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Mary Kate Karr-Petras

Today we loaded up a shipping container with the quilts for Japan and sent them on their way. The shipping company gave us an estimated delivery date of February 5. We’ll be sure to let you know when we receive … Continue reading →

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Q: What’s in Quilters Newsletter’s February/March issue?

Posted on January 11, 2012 by Mary Kate Karr-Petras

A: A lot of things we think you’ll love! The February/March 2012 issue of Quilters Newsletter is already arriving at the homes of subscribers and will be on newsstands next week. The stunning quilt on the cover is Star Berries, … Continue reading →

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Bon voyage, Quilts for Japan!

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Mary Kate Karr-Petras

The boxes are packed, the pod is loaded, and the pick-up date has been scheduled! We are happy to report that the final shipping arrangements have been made and the 4,000+ quilts for Japan will be leaving our Golden, Colorado, … Continue reading →

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LAND OF ENCHANTMENT

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Susan E. Geddes

Land of Enchantment is an apt description of New Mexico. My husband and I visited that state for a few days between Christmas and New Years. The countryside is beautiful in that dry, sparse western way. There was snow on … Continue reading →

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