NOTES FROM THE LODGE August 19, 2007

Well, if you live in or around Martinsburg you might have seen the Tuesday Journal. I can't tell you how surprised I was to find that I was the front page headline and article, complete with picture. Of course I could not have afforded such wonderful advertisement. It was a great opportunity to announce to the world that we are moving. If you did not see the article you can check in out on www.journal-news.net or stop by the shop to see the article. Of course, the 15 minutes of fame brought new people to the shop and even in church this morning I had several people inquiring about Nutmeg Lodge and planning to stop by. Then to add to all of this publicity, I will be a guest on the morning Talk Radio show this coming Wednesday. By the time we get moved Nutmeg Lodge could possibly be a household word in the immediate vicinity.

I am working on a class schedule and trying to get things organized in my head for new features in the new space. With all of this whirring around there are still things going on in our current location and things on the calendar to be focused on. First, we will be putting out the fall fabric soon. I must really have fallen head over heels for the idea of fall in 2007 because I ordered a ton of fall pieces and also Halloween!!!! I hope that you will enjoy the richness of these wonderful pieces. Also our Halloween fabric and projects are sure to warm your heart. Next, we have the Sully show coming up the Sunday after Labor Day. Please put this fabulous show on your list of things to do. Sunday, September 9 from 10:00 to 4:00. One of the oldest quilt shows in the country---out-of-doors--great vendors--and just a huge amount of fun. We can give you directions at the shop if you have never been. Last, we will be having one more sale before we move so stay tuned for more information on another big event.

Happy quilting to each of you, Barbara