BRRRRRRRRRRRRRR could it be that winter finally arrived? Or maybe this is just a small blip on the thermometer. At any rate it is a wonderful time to make a quilt. The best thing in the world is to snuggle under a new project in the evening when the wind is blowing outside. Since Christmas I am sure that many of you have been busily piecing away and that there are probably more than a few tops ready to be basted. Just in time for that we have the two brand new products from Quilters Dream===Dream Puff and Dream Wool. Dream Puff is a poly batt that has all the qualities of wool without the price and Dream Wool is absolutely heavenly. My good friend Betty Pharr has put this into one of her quilts and the loft when machine quilted was marvelous. Both of these new products can be quilted or tied up to 8 inches. There is no scrim but the whole batt holds together beautifully. Obviously wool batts are best for winter throws and bed quilts and should never be put into a baby quilt or a gift for anyone who might have sensitivities to wool but otherwise is a wonderful product.

So many of you have stopped by to say goodbye to Antoinette. Tomorrow is her last day so hurry by if you haven't done so yet. I will be hosting an open house party for her in March for everyone to hear all about her new job. I will have the time and date posted on the web and/or you can stop by or check with the shop to find out more.

We have two openings for Retreat if anyone is interested. Also there are still openings in most clubs. I think that the evening Baltimore Album club has been closed. Stay warm---Barbara