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February 25, 2025
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Botany by Alli K for Moda Fabrics
Whimsical Quilter by QT Fabrics
Featured Kit
Archer is a modern quilt that combines gentle curves and straight lines for a rhythmic, minimalist look.
The pattern includes options for three sizes - baby, small throw, and large throw - and instructions for using two or three colors.
Our kit includes the pattern and over 4 yards of fabrics for quilt top and binding in Moda’s Bella Cotton Solids and Grunge. Finished size approximately 54" x 54".
Designed locally by Jennifer Marks of Sewistry NC.
Lake Gaston is beautiful, even when dressed in last week's snow!
Make plans with your quilting and crafting friends to visit the Retreat at Lake Gaston!
Mark your calendars! Our next Handmade Market is April 12th, 10 am - 4 pm.
Our vendor highlight videos begin this Thursday at noon! Watch to win handmade gifts from our artists!
Upcoming Classes at CQC
We have 28 different classes currently being offered!
Classes that begin in the next month:
3/1, 9 am -12 pm
Laura Heine Teeny Tiny Collage Class with Lynn
Begins 3/1, 12:30
Beginning Quilt Making with Marnet
Sundays beginning 3/2 at 1:00 pm
Getting over your Hang-Ups with Marnet
3/5, 9:30 - 2:30
Chandelier Quilt Class with Marnet
Begins 3/10, 10 am
New Class!
New Instructor!
Clothing Alterations and Repairs Workshop with Daisy
3/11, 4:30 - 7 pm
or
3/25, 4:30 - 7 pm
Binding 101: Your Finishing Touch with Marnet
3/12, 10:30 - 1:30
Stained Glass Window Quilt Class with Debbie
3/15, 10 - 2
Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Class with Emma Jane
Begins 3/17, 2 pm
Happy Hour Free Motion Machine Quilting with Emma Jane
3/19, 6 - 8:30 pm
Quilting with a Walking Foot with Kim
3/20, 10:30 - 1:30
Modern Cotton Boll Quilt Class with Emma Jane
Begins 3/20, 6 pm
Conquering Curved Piecing with Jenn
3/22, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Want to teach with us? Reach out to our Class Coordinator today!
I Love You Moose Book Panel
The best thing about these books is the 3 dimensional addition - antlers to attach to the book for the big moose.
We are currently accepting orders for May 2025 finishes.
Check out our improved pattern gallery of over 300 quilting pattern designs online here.
Please make an appointment to visit if possible.
Staff is usually available to help you with project check-ins on weekdays and the first and third weekends of the month.
Dates to Note
February 28: Last day to vote in the ByAnnie Local Quilt Shop Contest
March 5 - May 10: ARTQuiltswild! An exhibition of the Professional Art Quilters Alliance South
March 14 - 15: Capital Quilters Guild Quilt Show - we are vending!
April 12: Spring Handmade Market at Cary Quilting Company
Join our Sew and Tell page on Facebook
Find inspiration, provide guidance, inquire, and admire the creativity within our skilled quilting community on our complimentary Sew and Tell page with over 2,600 members.
Ann Weaver had plans to start binding this beauty during last week's snow. We love it!
Don't miss the daily videos from the shop airing at noon, Eastern Standard Time on weekdays.
Rent our Meeting Center
Perfect for quilting bees, community gatherings, baby showers, and various events. Cost-effective and easily accessible! Rent 24/7.
Choose from recurring or one-time rental choices to suit your needs.
More sale items await - find fabrics up to 70% off!
Free Pattern
Inspired by watching dandelions on a stormy spring day, this quilt features Yellow Palette by Tim Holtz. Shop here while supplies last.
Quilt is 73.5" square.
