October 12, 2009 by Marie
While I was looking around for some new notions I stumbled upon a product called LickityGrip. The name peaked my interest so I did some checking around to find out what this LickityGrip stuff was and here’s the scoop.
LickityGrip gives added grip for better control while sewing or piecing. It helps you shuffle fabrics quickly and accurately for perfect alignment. Quickly get that one thread exposed on the bottom layer for precision piecing. LickityGrip is a beader’s blessing! Whether picking up, positioning, weaving, shuffling, stringing or threading beads. LickityGrip gives added control and allows you to grasp beads and filaments or threads more firmly. LickityGrip is a scrapbookers true love! It helps you effortlessly grasp, shuffle or place tiny embellishment, die cuts, trims, papers and photos. LickityGrip has no odor, is acid free, hypoallergenic, non-staining, not greasy, gummy or sticky. This product was developed by a quilter/crafter for quilters and crafters.
I just had to order this this fantastic product for the shop so I could share my new find with everyone. I think once you try LickityGrip you will agree it works great! What a great holiday gift for yourself and quilting/crafting friends. Stop by the shop and check it out for yourself. We have a sample container on the front counter.
Order Lickity Grip Online Now!
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September 25, 2009 by Marie
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Make Toe-Up Socks for the Whole Family
Love to knit socks but never tried starting at the toe? Want to knit socks but haven’t because of a fear of Kitchener stitch? Avidly knit toe-up socks but want to learn how to customize toes and heels to better fit your feet? If so, this is the book for you!
Toe-up just arrived today. I love this book, it’s sure to be a hot seller. The author Chrissy Gardiner did a fantastic job giving a toe-up master class with 15 unique sock patterns and well-illustrated technique tutorials. I recommend this book to anyone beginner to advanced interested in knitting socks. Binding off has always been a challenge for me with the toe-up method and this book gives excellent options that create flexable finishes. The book is worth it just for that amazing tidbit! 
I can hardly wait to get started on my socks. I love wearing and showing off my hand knit socks. The cold weather is setting in and my fingers are itching to knit.
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 Toe-Up Available Here |
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September 14, 2009 by Marie
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| Many people don’t think they can learn how to digitize embroidery. The actual word “digitize” scares the heck out of them. But digitizing, like any other aspect of software or machine operation, isn’t that difficult when you have help learning about how to master the tools and techniques needed to create that awesome design you have in your head just dying to get out and into fabric.
The 3 full days of hands-on instruction with national digitizing expert Ray Templeton was fantastic, beginning with the basics and working through more advanced techniques. Participants learned how to construct quality embroidery designs from start to finish using the Design Creator in the Creative 4D Suite software. The group was a lively bunch and they are anxious to contiune learning and expanding their knowledge of the software. We have scheduled a digitizing group to begin in October.
Read about the Pfaff Embroidery Software
Ray Templeton’s Dizitizing Workbook |
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Order the finishing kit
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I’m so excited to introduce the finishing kit for the 2009 Shop Hop Block series. I designed and produced the pattern right here exclusively for Northern Threads.
The piecing was kept simple, yet there’s plenty of detail to make it look spectacular! The quilt finishes out at 70″ x 89″
Kit includes:
Complete full color instruction along with over 5 yards of fabric to complete the sashing, borders and binding as shown along with the contact list for all participating shops.
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It’s Here!
Last Frontier 2 Fabric Collection!
It’s fantastic. The collection features everything Alaskan. The 2 scenic prints offer many creative opportunities for all sorts of sewing projects. Individual prints include, birch tree trunks, fireweed, for-get-me-nots, aurora, loons, puffins, assorted wildlife, sealife and more. You don’t want to miss out on the fabulous collection. Last Frontier 2 fabric is a limited collection with “Celebrating 50 Years of Statehood” printed on the selvedge.
View the complete collection & order online.
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You won’t want to miss out on this years shop hop. The quilt is absolutely beautiful and we believe you will be as excited as we are once you see it.
Alaska Shops have joined together to offer you a fun way to explore the Great North and see the wonderful quilt shops our state has to offer. We’ve chosen an original quilt designed by our fellow Alaskan; Mary Thompson & Heather Griffin
Dates: May – October 31, 2009
Pick up a block kit and pattern from each of the 16 Participating shops, in person, by phone, mail, e-mail or on the web.
There are 16 block patterns in all and many different ways to set the blocks in this years project. Each one can be completed as an individual wall quilt, pillow, tote, etc. or choose your favorite combination for a larger project. Visit as many shops as you dare!
Purchase our exclusive finishing kit coming soon! |
Moose Block Kit Available Here! |
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I am so excited to start my journey in the blogging world! Stay tuned for inspiring information about the quilting and knitting world at Northern Threads!
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