Rain, rain, and more rain!!!! The next chapter will be weeding and mowing but before that starts, time to get in some quilting. There is still plenty of time to get a new table runner ready for the Fourth of July cookout. We have two great bunting fabrics. If you don't know how to make a bunting banner, we have a free pattern for you. It is really very simple. You can make your home the envy of the neighborhood with patriotic touches inside and out.

Next week is our big Anniversary Sale. In addition to great markdowns throughout the store, we will have super bargains in the backroom. And because this is such a momentous occasion, we will be having fun games and door prizes every day.

We will be closed on Tuesday, July Fourth and the sale starts on Wednesday, July 5 and will run through the following Tuesday, July 11. That way you have plenty of time to enjoy all the bargains.

There are a few days left to get your birthday fat quarters if June is your birthday month. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Barbara

Sorry this is so late, but it has been a long day and with all the wonderful rain, it seems the day has been long and rather refreshing. Today was the last day of Camp Thimbleberries!!! What a grand time we have had. Every "camper" was so busy and got so much done. We laughed, talked, laughed, sewed, laughed, talked and then there was a lot of laughter. Indeed, we did have the best time ever. There are plans to have some similar events with the new Christmas To Go book and all the fabric line that we have. I will keep everyone posted on this.

Kathy is working to get the new web business page ready and we will be taking orders soon for all kinds of stuff that will be posted on that shopping page. For all you Elly fans and Robyn fans we will be posting the new fabric and books available from both of these talented and favorite designers and friends.

We have really had a great response to the Anniversary Bucks. There is still time to get in on this savings program to get you ready for the Anniversary Sale. We have had a lot of new arrivals this week. Twenty of those great Indo homespuns and a couple of them came in large blots that would be perfect for backings for all those plaid projects. We also have some new batiks and a number of collections with some great textures and colors. All-in-all about 100+ bolts.

Enjoy this great gift of rain and we will see you at the shop soon. Barbara

HAPPY SUMMER!!!! Isn't it great when a Season arrives and the weather acts like it should. I have really been getting caught up on my applique since it really isn't too pleasant to be outside. I said it in the last blog, this is a great time to be quilting.

We finally got the April Cornell Poetry pieces in today. Two pieces of the large printed floral that we had sold out of. Light Pink and Dark Pink backgrounds--the blue is on backorder so I don't know if we will get that back in. The multi polka dot and several of the pastel solids. Just enough to add to what we still have to make a wonderful project.

The new notion from Goldten Threads arrived. We did not have this for Market Review but this is really nifty. A tool to make inserting and removing the bobbin case from Bernina's and other front bobbin case machines. It really saves on the wrist action.

We put out the Harvest Spice fabric this week. A number of you have gotten your backs for this large quilt and that means that you will have that great fabric for the back of your project when it is finished. That also means that you got some Anniversary Bucks. I know that several of you have started to get a collection. The Anniversary Sale is going to be even more fun for you with all those "bucks" to spend.

We have fliers with the information on the bus trip to Quilt Odyssey.


Stay cool and make a quilt--Barbara

Summer is almost here--although it has felt like Summer the past few days. I have spent a good amount of time inside with the air conditioner and my applique. This is almost as good as a good Winter's day for getting some stitching time in. It really does take your mind off the heat outside.

Things were really busy at the shop this past week and so many of you have been busy getting ready for some big projects. Weddings, expectant births, etc. I know that a number of you have been taking advantage of the Anniversary Bucks. Another reminder if you haven't heard yet--every $50.00 on the cash register earns you a $5.00 Anniversary Buck. These bucks are good toward purchases during our Anniversary Sale the first week of July.

To all you Baltimore Album fans--we will be taking preorders for Elly's new book as well as the new fabric line. Stay tuned for more information. Also, Robyn Pandolph's new line will be arriving in August and we will also be taking preorders for that as well. A new page is coming to the web site to make ordering a little more convenient. A lot to keep your eye on.

Work continues on getting ready for Quilt Odyssey. Let me know if you are looking for transportation. I will try and get you in touch with people who are planning trips.

Come and see us soon. Barbara

Is it really the middle of June? We always seem so busy in the shop that time slips by effortlessly. Sorry I forgot to mention flag day. We really are in the season for all things patriotic and Gina's class with a patriotic theme will be a wonderful addition to your collection. There are a couple of spaces left and a class with Gina is always a lot of fun. Call or stop by to get in on this great time.

So many of you have been taking advantage of the Anniversary Bucks. Remember, between now and the first of July, every $50.00 on the cash register gets you a $5.00 Anniversary Buck good on purchases during the anniversary sale.

As I mentioned in the last blog, the screen for those great beach or pool bags has been a big seller. If you are headed to the ocean, you might want to stop by and pick up some plus a pattern. This is a wonderful bag and will carry everything you need over the dunes and protected in a wonderful way. So easy to make, you won't want to stop at one. Also a great hostess gift. Fill one with few goodies for the hostess and you are sure to be a hero.

See you soon, Barbara

Today was the first session of Camp Thimbleberries and we had the best time!!!! Fun and Laughter was certainly the theme of this new event for the shop and everyone loved the pattern, the fabric and the food. I offered guidance and assistance with "unsewing" and prepared the food. We will have one more session to enjoy each other's company and there is talk about planning more of these Sunday get togethers. You might want to check this out in the future.

The new mesh fabric has been very popular. We have several copies of the bag pattern from last year and the mesh to make these great beach or pool bags. As Gina says, it is easy to make several of these goodies at one time and they make great gifts.

As I mentioned in our last blog--we are offering Anniversary Bucks on purchases from now until the first of July. Here is how it works=== everytime you shop between now and the first of July and for every fifty dollars on the cash register, you will receive a $5.00 Anniversary Buck. These "bucks" are good on all your purchases during our Anniversary Sale the first week of July. We are planning a fun time to celebrate our Fifth Anniversary. All during the sale we will be playing Anniversary Games, giving away door prizes and enjoying a momentous occasion.

The new panel from Sandy Gervais is delightful and the fabrics that go with it are so different. New books and patterns have arrived from Kansas City Star. These were new at Market and have just been shipped. You might have seen these titles advertised in magazines. Kansas City Star publications are always beautiful and a great addition to any collection.

In addition to everything else, work continues for our trip to Quilt Odyssey. If you have an interest to attend this show and need transportation, there are several bus trips and you can get information on contact people from the shop.

If you can't come in, call and we can prepare your order over the phone and ship directly to you.


Come see us soon--Barbara

We have been so busy these past few days getting things back to normal after the QU Show plus so many things have arrived and trying to get all that sorted out, cut and put away. The Christmas fabric has started to arrive and we are being at our best creatively to find places to stow it. The new retro panel from Sandy Gervais is really a lot of fun plus the Noah's Ark panel and matching book from South Seas. All great, great pieces.

We are also getting very excited about our anniversary coming up. I am planning a lot of fun activities and you don't want to miss out on any of them. Beginning Saturday, June 10 everytime you shop the rest of June, for every $50.00 spent you will receive a $5.00 Anniversary Buck. There is plenty of time to get a stash of Anniversary Bucks. Anniversary Bucks can be spent during the Anniversary Sale. Now doesn't that sound like fun? If this is confusing, come in and we will explain. During the Anniversary Sale Week we will be having contests, door prizes and just loads of fun.

We are also going to offer perorders for Elly Sienkiewicz's two new fabric lines and her book as well. I will give more details on Sunday about the prices and how the preordering will work.

I am excited about Camp Thimbleberries beginning Sunday, June 11. The main project really is wonderful. You can still sign up for this fun filled event with a great project, food and prices. See you soon, Barbara

What great time we had this weekend at the QU Show. It is always a wonderful show in every respect--the organization is percision, the vendors are outstanding, and the quilts are unbelievable. For all of you who were able to make the show, you know what I mean. If you didn't make the show this year, you should try and not miss it next year. The quilts really were wonderful. There were several I kept stopping by to see one more time. Antoinette and I really enjoyed seeing so many familiar faces. We have done this show so many times now that we really do have a lot of friends you seek us out and enjoy all the goodies in the Nutmeg Lodge Booth.

Now it is time to prepare for our Anniversary, Christmas in July and then Quilt Odyssey. Somehow I don't think I will get much rest and relaxation until August. Oh well that is what I thrive on.

I am putting together some fun things to get us excited about Nutmeg Lodge's fifth anniversary. It hardly seems like five years ago that I was getting ready to open the doors. I am planning some things to show my appreciation to all of you who have supported the shop and offered your friendship over these years.

We still have room in our Camp Thimbleberries. Don't miss this fun-filled time.

Just a reminder if you are fairly new to nutmeglodge.com--the blog is udated on Sunday night and Wednesday night. This is where I try and give everyone the latest news on new arrivals, classes that are still coming up, and any event that you really need information on. You can click on the EMAIL button above to ask questions, make comments and request information on placing an order. For orders, if you will email your request and give me a phone number, someone from the shop will call you the next day to process your order. Or you can call the shop and talk to someone about your order. We love hearing from you.

There were some new fabrics that came in this week--a new panel from Sandy Gervais with coordinating fabrics that are very retro--I will tell you more about these on Wednesday.

See you soon, Barbara