JUKEJEMA QUILTING BARN

8 Week Countdown Till Christmas

Well I hate to say it but we are on the big countdown...there is only 8 weeks until that jolly man in the red suit stops off to say Merry Christmas...or if you you prefer there are only 55 sleeps!!

Its almost time to decorate but don't fear because in the shop at the moment I have the cutest decorations and Christmas goodies.

There are some lovely little birdie ornaments and hanging decorations and the most delightful snowmen.

You might prefer to decorate by making something special and there are some great patterns out at the moment.

Some fantastic Christmas prints are in store from Moda. These are in the ranges Jovial, Countdown to Christmas and Grace by Three Sisters.

I also have some little fat quarter and fat eighth bundles of Lynette Andersons Scandinavian Christmas from Lecien.The colours are just lovely in this range and are perfect for something a little different.

Some more exciting news is that Carol has put on her cowboy boots and headed off to Houston, Texas. She is sure to come home just bursting with new ideas and lots of news about all the newsest trends that are heading our way. Fingers crossed that she gets a flight home ok!!

Dont forget that I am happy to bundle up any goodies and fabrics and post them out or stop by and pay me a visit to say hi!

Til next time,

Happy Stitching,       Kim :)  

 

 

Stitch A Christmas Gift...

Well it's getting very close to that holly jolly season, and I've seen lots of people counting down days on their blogs...but the good news is that there is still time to make a few gifts, so get out that needle and thread and come into Jukejema for a fantastic "Sewing for Santa" workshop with Vicki Porter.

Vicki has designed some lovely little zippered bags that are perfect for little treasures and stitching projects, a heart scissor holder, little bird pin cushion, a phone pouch and a tissue holder. As well as all of these she also has instructions to make an origami style bag that you can see at the back of this photo. This class would certainly give you quite a few ideas for gifts and have you well on your way to stitching them. The "Sewing for Santa" workshop is running this Saturday, 22nd October from 10am - 3pm. You can grab a friend and give me a call on 44212577 to book your place. The class is $50 and includes the patterns for all projects. I promise to have something yummy for morning tea, but don't forget to bring your lunch!

Another Vicki class that we are running is Melbourne Cup Day.

This is always a fun filled day! You will be working on the projects pictured above. Spend your day stitching, enter some sweeps and enjoy a delicious lunch. The cost for this class has been reduced to $80 and includes lunch and patterns and is on Tuesday 1st November from 10am - 3pm. A requirements list is available upon booking and payment of your class deposit. Don't forget.... it is Melbourne Cup Day so wear your best hat and you might just win a prize!!

If you have not yet been to one of Vickis classes then you will be in for a real treat.

These girls are in Vickis Friday Stitch Club and let me tell you, they all were looking busy when I got the camera out. Friday is full of alot of laughing and a little stitching!

One last thing...

I am running this book giveaway from now until "show and tell day" on December 3rd. For every $20 you spend in the shop you can go in the draw to win this fabulous book, "Quilt Pink for Hope". It was designed to raise both funds and an awareness of breast cancer.

So give yourself a little treat before the silly season starts... pop in and sit and stitch for a while in one of our great classes. See you at the shop soon!

Til next time,

Happy Stitching,      Kim :)

 

 

Quilting Friends

They are what makes tough times a little easier.

After working non stop for the past month to get the new shop up and running, it is all worth it to hear the positive feedback many of you have shared with me. I have had some wonderful people visit the shop to say hello and have a look around as well as lovely comments left on the blog. 

Now it is my chance to say a huge thank you. It is so inspiring to hear from you all so......

Thank you xx

These beautiful flowers were delivered to me last week from the adorable Jenny from Victoria. I have come to know Jenny through her attending the retreat for the last few years and she really is one of those special people. 

This scrummy Lollypotz arrangement was a gift from Sue. Yet another special soul. Sue has given me so much support and friendship and I am so grateful to her for everything. Might I say that I am doing very well resisting the urge to indulge in these chocolates...not sure how long I can hold out for though!!!

I have got some new goodies in the shop, and have some lovely kits available, and this is one of them.

The beautiful "Orange Blossom Runner" by Janelle Wind. The sample above is stitched using "Strawberry Fields"  by Fig Tree Quilts and I do have the kits ready to go at $44.45 for the pattern and fabric or if you would just like the pattern it too is available for $17.60, just give me a call on 44212577 and I will be happy to post it out to you.

Til next time quilting friends,

Happy stitching,    Kim :)