orders are due!

This is just a reminder that all orders for fabric from P&B Textiles are due tomorrow, April 15th!

April's discounts! What's in the queue?

What’s next in the queue?

Quilters Retreat is happy to announce that the April discount order will be from

 P&B Textiles! 

We are featuring three lines that are basics/blenders--they can be used in anything.  But you can also order anything from P&B Textiles that you want.  Certain important limitations apply. (see below.)

Check out these links to the three basic lines.  The solids (Color Spectrum) we are discounting to $6 a yard. The other two lines, and any other P&B  printed fabrics will be $8 a yard.  These are high quality fabrics that normally retail for $9-$11a yard.

http://www.pbtex.com/html/esse1.html  bear essentials--tonal textures that cover the color spectrum.  Quilters Retreat’s favorite line!

http://www.pbtex.com/html/colorspectrum.html color spectrum--solid colors of every hue and tint

http://www.pbtex.com/html/linentexture.html palette basics linen--simple textures, great for backgrounds or a myriad of other uses. The basic collection includes brights, but focuses more on subdued colors

http://www.pbtex.com/html/lte2.html  palette basics linen2--simple textures, great for backgrounds or a myriad of other uses. The #2 collection includes fun, bright colors.

Important details to know--

1-all fabrics must be purchased by the bolt!  You can buy the bolt yourself, or combine with a friend.  We have arranged to purchase these three featured lines in smaller bolt sizes than is customary.  

--BEAR ESSENTIALS will come in a 6 yard bolt.  Perfect for a backing, or anything else you want to use it for.  

--COLOR SPECTRUM and PALETTE BASICS will come in a 10 yard bolt.  

--All other fabrics they carry (ones that we are not featuring) will be discounted to $8 a yard, but they are only available in the traditional 15 yard bolts.

2-these prices INCLUDE taxes and shipping!!  The discounted prices of $6 or $8 per yard is the total cost.  No added shipping and handling.  Tax is included.

3-orders are due by April 15^th. Email orders to quiltersretreat@gmail.com. After the 15^th, you will receive an invoice by email.  You then need to go to the link provided (paypal) to pay your invoice.  You do NOT have to have a paypal account in order to pay the invoice.

What will you order?

Quilter's Retreat will be highlighting one favorite company each month. Check this page to see the highlighted company. For the month, you can receive a discount on everything you order from that company if you order through us.

December was Warm Company
January was Shannon Fabrics
February was Checkers Distributers
March was Martingale Publishing  and
APRIL.... will be announced April 1st.
Check back for details!

QUILTING RETREATS ARE HERE!

We have four Quilt Retreats planned for this fall!

Space is limited so register early to reserve your spot.


1- On October 15, we will offer a day long retreat to teach those who want to learn to sew how to use a sewing machine.  We will also teach you how to sew and help you sew a first couple of projects.  From 10 am-6 pm.  Sewing machine required.  Supply list required, or purchase a beginning sewing kit from us and save time and money.  Retreat cost includes dinner, snacks and drinks, individualized instruction and a lot of fun! $125

2- On October 16, we will offer a day long retreat to teach those who want to learn to quilt.  We will teach the basics of quilting so that when you leave, you can continue to quilt without stress.  From 9 am to 6 pm.  Retreat costs include lunch, dinner, snacks, drinks, instruction and lots of fun and friends!  $125

If you would like to attend both retreats above, a special price of $200 (savings of $50) is offered.

3- On Nov 5-6, we will offer a two day retreat at a beautiful home at Lake Anna.  Overnight accommodations,  meals, snacks and fun are all included.  We will be teaching and sewing the Hunter's Star Quilt.  Stunningly beautiful.  Impress your family and friends, because it looks more difficult than it actually is.  A sewing machine, and basic quilting supplies needed plus a required specific supply list that you can purchase on your own, or order directly from us to save time and money.  Details to follow.

4- On December 3-4, come again to Lake Anna and sew sew sew.  Finish your unfinished projects and/or quilts.  Overnight accommodations, meals and snacks provided.  Bring a friend to double the fun!  Details to follow.

Giveaway Winner Announced

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The winner of our snap purse giveaway is:

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Okay, I am a follower and I posted it on facebook with the link! Pick meeee.

Please contact us within 24 hours at quiltersretreat@gmail.com to claim your giveaway! Number was generated by Random.org - sorry it doesn't show on this screen.

First Giveaway!

We are thrilled to announce our first giveaway!  A darling snap purse can be all yours. To enter, please do one or all of the following: 

* Become a follower and leave a comment

* Post about this giveaway on Facebook (include link)

* Post about this giveaway on Twitter (include link)

* Post on your blog or website about this giveaway (include link)

We'll announce our first winner on June 15th.  

Good luck and happy quilting!

Quilt Market

The ladies recently returned from the International Quilt Market in Minneapolis. More on their marvelous adventures coming soon. In the meantime, enjoy this charming vignette from Thimble Blossoms. Photo courtesy the talented new designer, Shelley Detton. You can read more about the Quilt Market adventures on her blog as well as see her latest creations.