Time marches on and we seem to be well into Fall. It won't be long until we turn the clocks back and then we really will need to settle in for a "long Winters nap". I have said this enough?----what a great time to snuggle under a quilt project in progress. This some of the loveliest fabric I have ever seen having just arrived---I find myself wanting to get started. I really want to take the Aunt Sallie pattern and use Elly's new fabric to create the whole thing. These blocks are not so difficult that finally a true album quilt could be in the near future. This really would be a delightful winter project.

Also, the new Moda line is so gorgeous!!!! Linda and Jan really do have such a great eye for a color palette. The gals at the shop have taken the new pattern from Terry Atkinson pattern and made it up using this new line from Moda. Wonderful Fall colors in a table runner that also has directions for placemats. A wonderful gift item and we all know that Terry's patterns are so simple and the use of fabric in this project is fabulous.

Take care, stay warm--see you!!!! Barbara

To all you Baltimore Album fans and Elly fans in particular, the front of the shop is an album delight. With the entire line from Elly's new fabric to the new book, then the Aunt Sallie's quilt pattern and the wonderful bundles of the line and Mimi Detrick's new book, the whole scene is delectable. Come in and check out the whole ambiance soon. Plus all of the new Moda fabric is also right up front and center.

To recap the Kaufman line--yardage of everything is $9.00 per yard and wide fabric is $13.00. Elly's book Baltimore Elegance is $29.95. Bundles of 49 pieces is $122.50. Plus the yardage with writing, patchwork and borders is cut in 1/8 yards or more. The extra wide fabric is two different patterns in three color ways. Mimi Detrick's book is also in the 20something range and the Aunt Sallie Quilt pattern is $25.00. This pattern is truly an original and documented to have been made in Shepherdstown, Virginia in 1856. A lovely collection of elegant but simple album-style papercuts and simple floral wreaths plus a basket. This is absolutely a collector's item for the true album lover.

Many great things going on at Nutmeg Lodge coming up. The great class with Cathy Grey called Mr. Snow--a darling 14inch snowman perfect for the winter decorator and a great gift. Also on the calendar a new project from LouAnn called 1-stich quilting. Call about the wonderful class that is filling quickly.

Looking forward to seeing you soon--Barbara

Well everyone needs to come shopping soon because we are busting at the seams with fabric. Not only do we have 70 bolts of Elly's fabric that has just made its way onto the shelves, but the UPS man arrives with a huge Moda shipment and another collection from Kaufman.

From Moda we got some wonderful batiks that will look great on our batik shelf and are in colors perfect for fall/winter projects. Also the new Brannock/Patak collection called Four Seasons. These pieces are just outstanding and you don't want to let this collection pass you by. Also 110 wide goods for backings from the Chocolat group--this piece is absolutely wonderful and if you are planning to finish something soon and will need a dynamite backing this is for you!!!!

From Kaufman some new orientals with gold, each piece is more wonderful than the next. All of the pieces from this oriental group are worthy for addition to your stash.

Also, from Kaufman the cutes black/white/red/and yellow chicken fabric you ever laid eyes on. This will be a "must have" for all of you black and white collectors and will make a wonderful kitchen quilt for your own kitchen or a friend. Don't miss out on this delightful piece!!!!

Just as I had predicted---Elly's fabric and book arrived almost simultaneously. If you had a book on order, come in and pick up soon. This is the best book she has ever done and the best part---Nutmeg Lodge is listed in the back as a source for Elly's books and fabrics. How great is that? She had told me in the Spring that she had asked C&T to add Nutmeg Lodge to the source page and I am so flattered so be among those few shops around the country that was mentioned.

Looking forward to seeing you all soon--Barbara

A big apology to anyone who checked the blog last night and didn't see a new update. My lap top decided not to work with the modem and I was too tired to come into town and use the office computer. SORRY!!! I crossed my mind that some might things were worse with Nelson. To update you on his condition--- time marches on at the hospital and he slowly fades away. I spend most of my days with him and we both appreciate the visits, cards, calls and emails inquiring about the two of us and wishing us well. All of your words are a comfort to both of us.

Now to the business of Nutmeg Lodge. ELLY'S FABRIC IS HERE AND IS TOTALLY WONDERFUL!!!!! What a great surprise on Friday when box, after box began to come off the UPS truck. A what a great amount of work for all the staff to start sorting and cutting. We are doing fat quarter bundles of 48 pieces (there are 70 all together). The price of the the bundle is $120.00. As with Elly's last collection, there are patchwork and border pieces that are not suitable for fat quarters. There is also a wonderful piece with writing that is "to die for", plus wide yardage in four color ways. All of these pieces we will cut into yardage of any amount from !/8 yard upward. The wide pieces will also make wonderful background squares. The whole collection is the best yet. All regular yardage is priced at $10.00 per yard and the wide yardage is $15.00. As with the past collections, these pieces won't last long. Call, email or come in to place your orders early!!!!

In addition to that exciting news===don't forget that selected Christmas fabric and all Christmas panels are 25% off. Also, beginning on Tuesday selected Fall and Halloween fabric will also be 25% off. There are only a couple of Halloween panels and those are 25% off as well.

Whew!!!! I am tried from all of this good news!!! Come and see us soon---Barbara

They say that cooler weather is going to come and stay and, we all know what that means......time to kick up the quilting. The best part of what we love to do is snuggling under a project when the temperature starts to dip. To speed you along, selected Christmas fabric is still on sale at 25% off. It is up front in the cabinet along with Chistmas panels also marked 25% off. This is not only another chance to get going on Christmas projects, but if you have already bought all you want, you can still get those backings for all your Christmas projects.

Cathy and Antoinette got the Splish Splash project finished and it is so cute. Don't miss out on this really great little tin of fun.

We have done another version of a previous pattern in the pink and brown fabric from Buggy Barn---Lynn Fitzharris has quilted this great project. You are in for quite a treat when you see this. We used the fat quarter bundle of the line and it made the quilt in total except for a small amount for inner border. Check this out soon and see what a package of fat quarters can do your an outstanding project.

Also, the Buy One Get One book offer is still going on just in case there still is a book or two that you haven't gotten yet, buy one and get one free.

See you all soon....Barbara

Fall Fling was very successful and I am sure that you all must have everything you need in the way of Christmas and fall fabric for all those exciting projects for the upcoming seasons.

New in the shop this week were those five inch charm squares from Moda called Splish Splash. these are wonderful and bright squares perfect for a project for a grandchild from 3 to 30. The whole collection of squares comes in one of those cute tins with patterns and CD with extra projects. We have coordinating fabrics to finish the whole thing.

One of the big sellers last week was the new cutting mat puzzle squares. If you haven't seen these, come in and take a look at our cutting table. These packages of puzzle pieces are the best thing going for an innovative way to customize your cutting space. And the best part, you can pack them into their carrier and off you go to class or retreat without worrying about warping. When you get to your destination, you can quickly and easily customize your cutting area. Another wonderful plus, these mats have a longer life and offers a longer life to your blade.

New for Christmas gifts, our new iron that has a lift system that allows the iron to lay flat and at the ready for easy pressing and preparing for piecing or applique. Come in for a demo. Priced at $120.00--a perfect item for your wish list.

Now is the time to start your card for what you want your gifters to give you for the upcoming Christmas. Come in soon and fill one out so that it is on file when your gifters come to Nutmeg Lodge. See you soon---Barbara

Fall Fling is in full swing and so many of you have helped yourselves to the bargains. In fact, several of you have already been in more than once...and that is because you know that there are different bargains every day. Yes, in addition to the 25% off Christmas and Fall fabric and notions, Buy One Get One Free books and patterns and 50% bargains in the back, you can save another 25% on a different section everyday. On Tuesday it was Thimbleberries, today the bargain was in the batik section. Who knows what tomorrow brings--come in and see what extra savings you are in store for. And the fun continues all week long. Yes, there are three more days to enjoy the fun and excitement of the Fifth Annual Fall Fling.

Also, we have a new class on the schedule. A wonderful new doll maker who lives right here in Martinsburg and has just started to publish her patterns. Her dolls are wonderful, primitive, but not too ugly and she is delightful. Her name is Cathy Gray and we are so delighted to welcome her to the teaching staff at Nutmeg. The class is great snowman called Mr. Snow. He is 14 inches tall and hangs on the wall. Perfect for the cold season soon to come. The class is a 3-hour class on Tuesday, November 7 from 5:30-8:30. Cost is $40.00 which includes your pattern and kit. Cathy says you should be able to go home with your Mr. Snow ready to finish and hang. We will also be carrying some of Cathy's other patterns.

See you for the Fall Fling Fun....Barbara

Happy October!!!! I saw a few trees with beautiful red leaves on today and with the crisper mornings it really does feel like Fall is here. That makes are Fall Fling even more special, crisp cool mornings, a bit of color and a trip to Nutmeg Lodge!!!! Life can't get better than that.

For your shopping pleasure:

• all Christmas and Fall fabric is 25% off
• all books and patterns are Buy One, Get One Free
• All notions are 25% off

Plus

• The 50% off table in the back will have a number of great bargains.

Now that makes October well worth while, also--this great Fall Fling lasts all week so you have Tuesday thru Saturday to enjoy!!!!

Just one more thing to mention--every day this week we will have an Unadvertised Special. I have some really great surprises in store for each shopper each day!!

So just to recap:

BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ALL BOOKS AND PATTERNS

25% OFF CHRISTMAS, FALL FABRICS AND NOTIONS

A DIFFERENT SURPRISE BARGAIN EVERY DAY

YIPEE!!!! FOR FALL!!!!! See you soon, Barbara