Top Shelf Quilts News http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?rssfeed=1 Sat, 30 Sep 2023 09:49:09 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 Tips and Tricks for Making Perfect Quilting Squares http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=12093 Quilting is a beloved craft that allows enthusiasts to create beautiful and functional pieces of art. To achieve stunning quilting squares, it's important to use the best quilting fabric. At&nbsp;<a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/">Top Shelf Quilts</a> in Mokena, our fabric store offers a wide range of high-quality materials for all your quilting needs. Read through our valuable tips and tricks to help you create perfect quilting squares that will showcase your skills and creativity &mdash; and <a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm">shop our online fabric store today</a>!<br /><br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_M37937jpg.jpg" alt="person picking fabric" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /> <h2>Choose the Right Fabric</h2> <br />Selecting the right fabric is crucial for achieving flawless quilting squares. Look for fabrics that are tightly woven, have minimal stretch, and hold their shape well. Fabrics made specifically for quilting, such as cotton, are often the best option. Explore the vast selection at our fabric shop to find the perfect materials for your project.<br /><br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_M37937_2jpg.jpg" alt="person cutting fabric" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /> <h2>Precise Cutting</h2> <br />Accurate and precise cutting is the key to well-aligned quilting squares. Use a quality rotary cutter, quilting ruler, and cutting mat to ensure clean and straight edges. Measure twice and cut once to avoid wastage and achieve well-fitted squares that fit together seamlessly.<br /><br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_M37937_3jpg.jpg" alt="working on a seam" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /> <h2>Consistent Seam Allowances</h2> <br />Maintaining consistent seam allowances is essential for a professional-looking finished quilt. Use an accurate seam guide or sewing machine foot to ensure uniform stitching throughout your project. Take your time and practice sewing accurately to enhance the overall appearance of your quilting squares.<br /><br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_M37937_4jpg.jpg" alt="ironing fabric" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /> <h2>Proper Pressing</h2> Proper pressing can make a world of difference in achieving neat and crisp quilting squares. Press seams flat before opening them to set the stitches, and then press them open or to one side, following the pattern instructions. Use a high-quality iron and press with gentle pressure to avoid stretching the fabric.<br /><br /><br /> <h2>Find the Best Quilting Fabric at Our Mokena Fabric Shop</h2> <br />Creating perfect quilting squares requires attention to detail, quality materials, and precision. Start by choosing the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm">best quilting fabric</a> available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/">Top Shelf Quilts</a> in Mokena. Then, with these four tips and tricks, you can ensure that your quilting squares are sure to turn out beautifully. Enjoy the creative process and let your skills shine through in every project you undertake. Happy quilting!<br /><br /><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm">Online Store</a> How to Care for and Preserve Quilts http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=11996 <p dir="ltr"><span>For centuries, quilts have been cherished for the warmth and comfort they provide, as well as their depicts and patterns. They are not only functional but they&rsquo;re also beautiful pieces of art that can be passed down from generation to generation with ease. Whether you are a quilter, a sewer, or a lover of quilts, it&rsquo;s important to know how to care for your treasured quilts to keep them in top condition for years to come. Follow these tips from </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/"><span>Top Shelf Quilts</span></a><span> in Mokena, IL, and check out our </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/classes.htm"><span>quilting classes</span></a><span> for more information!<br /><br /><br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_1_20230606065720jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /><br />Store Your Quilts Properly<br /></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>Quilts of all fabrics should be stored in a dry and cool area, out of direct sunlight and away from moisture. To prevent the fabric from becoming brittle and to minimize creases, fold your quilt loosely and store it flat &mdash; not rolled up. Whether the quilt will be used for warmth or aesthetic display, our quilt shop knows it&rsquo;s important to store it carefully when not in use.<br /><br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_2_20230606065720jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Wash Your Quilt Carefully</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>If you need to wash your quilt, it&rsquo;s important to do it with care. Use a mild detergent and wash in cool water on a gentle cycle. Avoid using bleach or fabric softeners as these can damage the fabric and cause discoloration. After washing, hang the quilt in a well-ventilated area to air dry &mdash; do not put your quilt in the dryer!<br /><br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_3_20230606065719jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Spot Clean</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>For minor spills or stains, spot cleaning is your best bet to preserve the quality and look of the quilt. Be sure to use a mild detergent and a clean cloth. Gently blot the affected area, rather than rubbing it, to prevent the stain from spreading. Rinse the area with water and once again let it air dry.<br /><br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_4_20230606065720jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Handle With Care At All Times</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>When </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/classes.htm"><span>handling a quilt</span></a><span>, make sure to support its weight with both hands. Do not pull or tug on the quilt, as this can cause the stitches to come loose and damage the fabric. Our Top Shelf Quilts staff recommend treating this piece of art carefully to ensure it can last years without being damaged.&nbsp;</span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Never Dry Clean Your Quilt</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Avoid taking your quilt to the dry cleaners as the harsh chemicals used in dry cleaning can damage the fabric and cause it to become discolored. Carefully take on the cleaning of the fabric yourself using the spot method or gentle cycle method listed above.</span></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>You can ensure that your quilts remain in good condition for many years when you follow our tips! Browse our Top Shelf Quilts blog for more tips and advice, and look into our </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/classes.htm"><span>quilting classes</span></a><span> to start your own sewing project. Shop our </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm"><span>online store</span></a><span> as well for the best quilting fabric!</span></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>View More Quilting Tips</span></p> <div><span>&nbsp;</span></div> Creative Uses for Fabric Scraps in Quilting http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=11982 <p dir="ltr"><span>If you're a quilter, chances are you have a stash of fabric scraps that you just can't bear to throw away. Don't worry, we've all been there! The good news is that there are plenty of creative ways to use those scraps in your quilting projects. Continue reading to learn more, and if you&rsquo;re looking for </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm"><span>quilting fabrics</span></a><span>, </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/contact-us.htm"><span>stop by Top Shelf Quilts in Mokena</span></a><span> &mdash; we have more than 4,200 bolts of fine quilting fabrics!</span></p> <span><span><br /></span></span> <h3 dir="ltr"><span><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_IMG_1_Scrapsjpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br />Scrappy Quilts</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>The most obvious use for </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm"><span>quilting fabric</span></a><span> scraps is to make a scrappy quilt. These quilts are made up of lots of small pieces of fabric, sewn together in a random or planned pattern. The beauty of a scrappy quilt is that it can be as colorful and eclectic as you like, and it's a great way to use up those small pieces of fabric that might not be large enough for other projects.</span></p> <span><span><br /></span></span> <h3 dir="ltr"><span><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_IMG_2_Scrapsjpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br />Improv Quilting</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Improv quilting is all about embracing imperfection and using your creativity to make something unique. Instead of following a specific pattern, improv quilting involves cutting and piecing fabric scraps together in a more free-form way. This approach can be very liberating and can lead to some truly stunning results.</span></p> <span><span><br /></span></span> <h3 dir="ltr"><span><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_IMG_3_Scrapsjpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br />Applique</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Applique is a technique where small pieces of fabric are sewn onto a larger piece to create a design. Fabric scraps are perfect for this technique, as you can use them to create a variety of shapes and textures. Whether you're making a quilted wall hanging or a bedspread, applique can add a lovely touch of whimsy to your project.</span></p> <span><span><br /></span></span> <h3 dir="ltr"><span><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_IMG_4_Scrapsjpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br />English Paper Piecing</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>English paper piecing is a traditional quilting technique where fabric is wrapped around paper shapes and then sewn together. This technique is great for using up small scraps of fabric, as you can cut them into tiny shapes and sew them together to create a larger design. English paper piecing can be a bit time-consuming, but the end result is always worth it.</span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Quilted Accessories</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Finally, don't forget about using fabric scraps to make quilted accessories. From tote bags and zippered pouches to coasters and placemats, there are plenty of small projects you can make using fabric scraps. These projects are a great way to practice new techniques and experiment with color combinations.</span></p> <hr /><span><span><br /></span></span> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Shop Quilting Fabric</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>There are countless creative ways to use fabric scraps in your quilting projects! With a little bit of patience and a lot of imagination, you can turn those </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm"><span>quilting fabric</span></a><span> scraps into something truly beautiful. If you have a project you need help with or want to share your designs, </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/contact-us.htm"><span>contact Top Shelf Quilting in Mokena</span></a><span>!</span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm">Shop Online!</a><br /></strong></p> <div><span>&nbsp;</span></div> Top Shelf Quilts' Tips for Quilting Beginners http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=11949 <p dir="ltr"><span>Welcome to </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/"><span>Top Shelf Quilts</span></a><span>! If you're new to quilting, we're here to help you get started on your quilting journey. Quilting is a beautiful and rewarding craft that allows you to create unique and cherished pieces that can be passed down through generations. Here are some tips for quilting beginners to help you get started on the right foot!<br /><br /><img width="600" height="600" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/600x600_Start_with_a_Simple_Projectjpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Start with a Simple Project</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>If you're new to quilting, it's best to start with a simple project to build your skills and confidence. Choose a pattern that has basic shapes and fewer pieces to sew together. A small lap quilt or a baby quilt can be a great starting point. As you gain more experience, you can move on to more complex patterns.<br /><br /><img width="600" height="600" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/600x600_Invest_in_Quality_Toolsjpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Invest in Quality Tools</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>Having the right tools can make a big difference in your quilting experience. Invest in good-quality fabric, thread, and batting to ensure that your finished quilt looks professional and lasts for years to come. Get a rotary cutter, self-healing cutting mat, and acrylic rulers for accurate cutting. A quality sewing machine with a walking foot and a 1/4" foot is also essential for precise piecing.<br /><br /></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong><img width="600" height="600" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/600x600_Learn_Proper_Cutting_and_Piecing_Techniquesjpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /><br />Learn Proper Cutting and Piecing Techniques</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>Accurate cutting and piecing are key to a successful quilt. Take the time to learn proper cutting techniques using a rotary cutter and ruler to ensure that your pieces are consistent in size. When piecing, use a scant 1/4" seam allowance and press your seams open or to one side for a flat and precise finish.<br /><br /><img width="600" height="600" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/600x600_Practice_Your_Free_Motion_Quiltingjpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Practice Your Free-Motion Quilting</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>Once your quilt top is complete, it's time to quilt it. Free-motion quilting allows you to add unique and personalized designs to your quilt. Practice on scrap fabric before quilting your actual quilt to gain confidence and improve your skills. Start with simple designs like loops or stippling and gradually progress to more complex patterns as you become more comfortable.</span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Take a Class or Join a Quilting Group</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>Quilting is a craft that can be learned from others. Taking a quilting class or joining a quilting group can provide you with valuable guidance, inspiration, and camaraderie with fellow quilters. At </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/"><span>Top Shelf Quilts</span></a><span>, we offer quilting classes for all skill levels, so you can learn new techniques and make friends with fellow quilters.</span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Be Patient and Have Fun</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>Quilting is a labor of love that requires patience and perseverance. Don't get discouraged if your first quilt doesn't turn out perfectly. Keep practicing, learning, and improving your skills. Remember to have fun and enjoy the creative process of quilting. Each quilt you make will be a unique expression of your creativity and a cherished piece of art.</span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Don't Be Afraid to Experiment</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>Quilting is a versatile craft that allows for creativity and experimentation. Don't be afraid to try new techniques, color combinations, or design ideas. Embrace your unique style and let your creativity shine in your quilts. Some of the most beautiful quilts are created by breaking traditional rules and trying something different.</span></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Visit Top Shelf Quilts in Mokena!</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>At </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/"><span>Top Shelf Quilts</span></a><span>, we are passionate about quilting and are committed to providing you with the best quilting supplies, tools, and education to support your quilting journey. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced quilter, we're here to help you every step of the way. Visit our 7,000-square-foot store in Mokena to explore our wide selection of fabrics, sewing machines, and quilting accessories, and</span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/contact-us.htm"><span> let us help you create beautiful quilts</span></a><span> that will be treasured for years to come. Happy quilting!</span></p> <div><span>&nbsp;</span></div> Top Shelf Quilts' Guide to Choosing the Right Fabric http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=11791 <p dir="ltr"><span>Creating a quilt or other sewing project is a craft that takes time and patience, but the right fabric can make it even more enjoyable. With so many different fabrics out there, it can be hard to know which one is best for your quilt. To help you through the process of selecting the right fabric, </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/"><span>Top Shelf Quilts</span></a><span> in Mokena, Illinois, has put together the following guide. Read on to learn more about how to choose the right fabric for your next sewing project.&nbsp;<br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_11jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Determine How Much Fabric You Need</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>The first step in choosing the right fabric is to determine how much you need. You&rsquo;ll need to measure the quilt top and calculate the amount of fabric you need to cover it. You should also factor in any additional fabric you may need for binding or backing.<br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_22jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Consider Colors and Patterns&nbsp;</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Now that you know how much fabric you need for your quilt, it&rsquo;s time to pick out the colors and patterns. Think about the overall look you&rsquo;re going for with the quilt, and pick out fabrics that will complement each other. You may even want to try out some different combinations and see what works best before making your final decision.&nbsp;<br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_33jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Consider the Weight of the Fabric</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>The weight of the fabric is another important factor to consider when making your choice. Different types of fabric have different weights, so you&rsquo;ll need to choose the one that best suits your project. For example, if you&rsquo;re making a heavy blanket for the wintertime, you&rsquo;ll want a heavier fabric than if you&rsquo;re making a baby blanket.<br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_44jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Consider the Different Types of Fabric</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Different fabrics have different properties, such as absorbency, durability, stretch, and weight. Cotton is a popular choice for quilting because it&rsquo;s soft, absorbent, and easy to sew. Other fabrics, such as wool and fleece, can be used for a unique look and feel.</span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Shop Fabric &amp; Sewing Supplies at Top Shelf Quilts</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>At Top Shelf Quilts, we have more than 4,000 different bolts of fabric that we sell by the yard. We also carry a large selection of fat quarters and other precuts. Whether you&rsquo;re looking for cotton solids, batik, novelty, seasonal, or any other style, Top Shelf Quilts is the place to rely on. </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/shop.htm"><span>Shop our selectio</span></a><span>n of fabric online, or </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/contact-us.htm"><span>visit us</span></a><span> at our </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/"><span>Mokean quilt shop</span></a><span> today!</span></p> <div><span>&nbsp;</span></div> What Makes Bernina Sewing Machines Different From Other Brands? http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=11790 <p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/bernina.htm"><span>Bernina sewing machines</span></a><span> have been around for more than a century, and the brand is well-known for its quality and craftsmanship. Bernina is a Swiss company that has been in the sewing machine business since 1893, and their machines are still highly sought-after today.&nbsp;</span></p> <p dir="ltr"><span>In today&rsquo;s blog post from </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/"><span>Top Shelf Quilts</span></a><span> in Mokena, Illinois, we are going to discuss a few things that make Bernina sewing machines different from other brands. Read on to learn more.<br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_1jpg.jpg" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Quality Components</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>One of the first things to note about Bernina sewing machines is that they are made with high-quality components that promise durability and longevity. From the motor to the presser foot and everything in between, Bernina sewing machines are built to last.<br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_2jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Smart Technology</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Bernina sewing machines are packed with smart technology, such as the Bernina Stitch Regulator, which automatically adjusts the stitch length and tension, and the Bernina Cutter, which cuts the fabric while stitching.<br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_3jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Unique Features</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Another thing that sets Bernina sewing machines apart are their unique features.&nbsp; These features include an extra-wide work area, an easy-to-use interface, adjustable speed and stitch settings, and a range of accessories and attachments.<br /><img width="500" height="500" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/500x500_4jpg.jpg" alt="" align="" class="img-responsive" /><br /></span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Variety of Models</span></h3> <p dir="ltr"><span>Bernina offers a wide variety of models for all types of sewers, from beginner to advanced. They have machines for embroidery, quilting, and general sewing, as well as machines designed for specific tasks, such as garment construction and repair.</span></p> <h3 dir="ltr"><span>Shop Bernina Sewing Machines Today</span></h3> <span id="docs-internal-guid-5998fee2-7fff-58b9-109f-1b0bfdb933a3"><span>Bernina is a trusted name in the sewing machine industry and has been for more than 100 years. If you&rsquo;re looking for a sewing machine that will last a lifetime, look no further than Bernina. </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/contact-us.htm"><span>Shop the selection</span></a><span> of </span><a href="https://www.topshelfquilts.com/bernina.htm"><span>Bernina sewing machines</span></a><span> today at Top Shelf Quilts in Mokena, Illinois, </span></span> Top Shelf Quilts' Newsletter for January - March 2018 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=6983 <div style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;"><br /><img class="img-responsive" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/262x118_tsqlogo_whiteback_20160225124511jpg.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="124" align="middle" /><br />Top Shelf Quilts' <a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_jan_mar_2018.pdf">Newsletter for January - March 2018</a></span></strong></em><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;"> is ready.</span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">You may view the PDF file online and/or download it <br />by clicking on the colored (blue/purple) link above. </span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> Top Shelf Quilts' Newsletter for October - December 2017 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=6728 <div style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;"><br /><img class="img-responsive" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/262x118_tsqlogo_whiteback_20160225124511jpg.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="124" align="middle" /><br />Top Shelf Quilts' <a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_october_december_2017.pdf">Newsletter for October - December 2017</a></span></strong></em><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;"> is ready.</span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">You may view the PDF file online and/or download it <br />by clicking on the colored (blue/purple) link above. </span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> Top Shelf Quilts' Newsletter for July - September 2017 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=6563 <div style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;"><img class="img-responsive" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/262x118_tsqlogo_whiteback_20160225124511jpg.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="124" align="" /><br />Top Shelf Quilts' <a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_july_september_2017_20170628163847.pdf">Newsletter for July - September</a></span></strong></em><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_july_september_2017_20170628163847.pdf"> 2017</a> is ready.</span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">You may view the PDF file online and/or download it <br />by clicking on the colored (blue/purple) link above. </span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> 2017 ILLIANA SHOP HOP PROMISES TO BE A LOT OF FUN WITH 11 SHOPS... http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=6254 <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>Start Planning for the 2017 Illiana Shop Hop</strong></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br />2017 Illiana Shop Hop will begin June 16th and run thru July 1<sup>st</sup> this year. The Shop Hop quilt theme this year is <strong>"Illiana Through the Year,"</strong> which is a calendar quilt with each shop representing one month of the year. The &ldquo;Giving Thanks&rdquo; block represents November and is Top Shelf Quilts&rsquo; block. Each shop will have a different block representing March. </span><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Collect one March &ndash; collect them all.<br /><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Purchase your passport for $5.00 at your local shop and then travel to all 11 shops to have your passport stamped between June 16 and July 1, 2017. Collect the quilt block pattern/kit from each shop, as well as, take advantage of 15% off all half yard fabric cuts and with a completed passport, a chance to win prizes: such a Janome Gem 760 (1<sup>st</sup> Prize), a bundle of 110 fat quarters (2<sup>nd</sup> Prize) and 11 - $25 gift certificates (3<sup>rd</sup> Prizes).</span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Eleven shops will round out the stores in the Shop Hop, six in Illinois and five in Indiana, including:</span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Countryside Village Gifts (IL)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">B &amp; J's Sewing Center (IL)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Rocking Chair Quilts (IL)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Prairieland Quilts (IL)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sewing Boutique (IL)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Rossville Quilts (IN)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Betty's Quilting (IN)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">The Scarlet Thread Quilt Co (IN)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Fox Farmhouse Quilting (IN)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sweet Stitches Quilt Shop (IN)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">and Top Shelf Quilts (IL)</span></li> </ul> </div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">For more information on the Shop Hop and to see the quilt blocks visit <a href="http://www.illianashophop.com/">www.illianashophop.com</a> or stop in the shop to pick up a brochure and your passport.</span></div> IMPORTANT DATES FOR APRIL - JUNE 2017 AT A GLANCE http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=6188 <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;">We will be Closed the Following Days:</span></strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">April 16, 2017 - Easter Sunday</span></span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">May 14, 2017 - Mother's Day</span></span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #000000;">June 18th - Father's Day<br /></span></span></strong><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;"></span></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;">Illiana Shop Hop<br /></span></strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>June 16th - July 1st</strong><br /></span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">All shops will be open: </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Monday - Thursday 10:00 - 5:00, </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Friday 10:00 - 6:00 &amp; </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Saturday 10:00 - 5:00</span><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;"></span></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;">Operation Care Package Sew Days</span></strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">April 20, 2017, 10:00&mdash;5:00</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">May 18, 2017, 10:00&mdash;5:00</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">June 15, 2017, 10:00&mdash;5:00</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;">Ryan&rsquo;s Case for Smiles Pillowcases</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">April 22, 2017, 10:00 - 4:00</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">June 8, 2017, 10:00&mdash;5:00</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;">UFO Sew Day</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">May 10th, 10:00 - 7:00</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;">Mystery Quilt</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">June 3rd and 4th&mdash;Instruction/Pick-Up</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #d0131a;">Machine Cleaning &amp; Repair by John</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt;">2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> SEW TOGETHER DATES FOR APRIL - JUNE 2017 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=6187 <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #2446a2;">Sunday Sew, Saturday Sew, and Friday Madness will cost participants $5.00. Call ahead to reserve your space. (There is a door prize and all purchases are 15% off.)</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Sunday Sew (11:00 - 5:00) - </span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"></span>April 2nd, May 7th, June 4th</span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt;"></span></span></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Saturday Sew (10:00 - 4:00) -</span> <span style="font-size: 14pt;">April 15th, May 13th, June 10th</span></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;"></span><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Friday Madness (4:00 &ndash;10:30) -&nbsp;April 21st, May 19th, June 16th</span> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> </li> </ul> <br /> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #2446a2;">Open Sew</span></strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Every Tuesday (10:00&mdash;5:00)</span></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">No fees, discounts, food or prizes provided&mdash;just the fun of sewing and socializing together. Everyone welcome!</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> Top Shelf Quilts' Newsletter for April - June 2017 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=6149 <div style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;"><img class="img-responsive" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/262x118_tsqlogo_whiteback_20160225124511jpg.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="124" align="" /><br />Top Shelf Quilts' <a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/1tsq_newsletter_april_june_2017.pdf">Newsletter for April - June</a></span></strong></em><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_january_march_2017_20161226195728.pdf"> 2017</a> is ready.</span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">You may view the PDF file online and/or download it <br />by clicking on the colored (blue/purple) link above. </span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> SPRING 2017 QUILTING RETREAT http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=6044 <div><img width="777" height="1006" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/777x1006_spring_retreat_2017jpg.jpg" class="img-responsive" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" alt="" align="" /></div> IMPORTANT DATES FOR JANUARY - MARCH, 2017 AT A GLANCE http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5952 <strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #2446a2;">New Year&rsquo;s Day Sale<br /></span></strong> <ul> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">TSQ will be open New Year's Day from 11:00 - 4:00!</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ring out the old and in with the new! We're clearing out merchandise to get ready for inventory and new fabric!</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">So Here Goes the Sale:</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Fabric must be 1/2 yard cuts or more!</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">35% off all Christmas, Halloween and Fall fabrics - (Take an additional 10% off if you finish the bolt).</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">25% off all Regular priced fabric (including batiks, collections and the color wall)</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">All regular priced individual patterns are Buy One, Get One at 50% off (Excludes books).</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">15% off all Clearance fabrics - (Take an additional 10% off if you finish the bolt). These are great for backings!</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">15% off all Clearance notions and clearance patterns.</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">We will be looking for you Sunday! Come early (11:00) - stay late (4:00)!</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">TSQ's sale is a great place to shop while the guys are watching games on TV.January 1, 2017, 12:00 - 4:00</span></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #2446a2;">UFO Sew Day</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">January 11, 2017, 10:00 - 7:00</span></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #2446a2;">Scrap Bag Challenge Block</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">January 15th - Begin Purchasing Scrap Bags</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">February 19th - Blocks Due</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">February 23rd - 26th - Voting for Peoples Choice(s) Blocks</span></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #2446a2;">R</span><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #2446a2;">yan&rsquo;s Case for Smiles Pillowcases</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">January 19, 2017, 10:00 - 5:00</span></strong></li> </ul> <p><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Operation Care Package Sew Days</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">February 16, 2017, 10:00 - 5:00</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">March 16, 2017, 10:00 - 5:00</span></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #2446a2;">Anniversary Sale</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">February 23, 24, 25, 26, 2017</span></strong></li> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Watch for More Information</span></strong></li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #2446a2;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Top Shelf Quilt's</span>&nbsp;Spring Retreat</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">March 10, 11, 12, 2017</span></strong></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt;">&nbsp;</span></p> SEW TOGETHER DATES FOR JANUARY - MARCH, 2017 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5951 <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #2446a2;">Sunday Sew, Saturday Sew, and Friday Madness will cost participants $5.00. Call ahead to reserve your space. (There is a door prize and all purchases are 15% off.)</span></strong></p> <p><span style="font-size: 14pt;">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Sunday Sew (11:00 - 5:00) - January 8th, February 5th, March 5th</span><span style="font-size: 14pt;"> <br /></span></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Saturday Sew (10:00 - 4:00) - </span><span style="font-size: 14pt;">January 14th, February 11th, March 18th<br /></span></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;"></span><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Friday Madness (4:00 &ndash;10:30) - </span><span style="font-size: 14pt;">January 20th, February 17th, March 24th</span></li> </ul> <br /> <p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt; color: #2446a2;">Open Sew</span></strong></p> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Every Tuesday (10:00&mdash;5:00)</span></li> </ul> <ul style="list-style-type: square;"> <li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">No fees, discounts, food or prizes provided&mdash;just the fun of sewing and socializing together. Everyone welcome!</span></li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> TOP SHELF QUILTS' NEWSLETTER FOR JANUARY - MARCH 2017 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5928 <div style="text-align: center;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;"><img class="img-responsive" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/262x118_tsqlogo_whiteback_20160225124511jpg.jpg" alt="" width="275" height="124" align="" /><br />Top Shelf Quilts' <a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_january_march_2017_20161226195728.pdf">Newsletter for January - March</a></span></strong></em><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;"><a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_january_march_2017_20161226195728.pdf"> 2017</a> is ready.</span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></div> <br /><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"></span></span> <h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">You may view the PDF file online and/or download it <br />by clicking on the colored (blue/purple) link above. </span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></h2> TSQ NEWSLETTER FOR OCTOBER - DECEMBER 2016 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5778 <div style="text-align: center;"><img class="img-responsive" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/262x118_tsqlogo_whiteback_20160225124511jpg.jpg" alt="" width="269" height="121" align="" /><br /><a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_october_december_2016.pdf"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;">Top Shelf Quilts' Newsletter for October - December 2016</span></strong></em></a></div> <h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">The fourth quarter newsletter is ready.<br />You may view the PDF file online and/or download it <br />by clicking on the colored (blue/purple) link above. </span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></h2> TSQ NEWSLETTER FOR JULY - SEPTEMBER 2016 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5604 <h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="font-size: 36pt; color: #000000;">Top Shelf Quilts</span><br /></span></em></span></strong></span></span></h2> <h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="font-size: 36pt; color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 24pt;"><a href="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_july_september_2016_20160715104533.pdf">Top Shelf Quilts Newsletter for July - September, 2016</a></span></span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></h2> <h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">The third quarter newsletter is ready.<br />You may view the PDF file online and/or download it <br />by clicking on the colored (blue/purple) link above. </span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></h2> ROW BY ROW EXPERIENCE 2016 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5475 <strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Row by Row Experience&trade; began in 2011 with 20 quilt shops across New York State. In 2012 the event grew to include 62 participating shops. Pennsylvania came on board in 2013 for a total of 138 shops throughout the two states. </span></strong><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>In 2014 over 1250 quilt shops participated in 34 states and Ontario. 2655 shops across the US and Canada made 2015 the biggest year so far! 2016 will be even better with more stores in the US and Canada and even some stores in Europe!</strong><br /><br /><strong>2016 Dates:</strong><br /><strong>Travel and collect rows:</strong><br /><strong><span style="color: #d90006;">June 21 - Sept. 6, 2016</span></strong><br /><strong>Bring completed </strong><strong>quilt into a shop for prize:</strong><br /><strong><span style="color: #d90006;">June 21 - Oct. 31, 2016</span></strong><br /><br /><strong>Follow the <span style="color: #d0131a;">International</span> Row by Row Experience at <a href="http://www.rowbyrowexperience.com/">http://www.rowbyrowexperience.com/</a></strong><br /><strong>Follow the <span style="color: #d0131a;">Illinois</span>&nbsp; Row by Row Experience at <br /><a href="http://www.rowbyrowexperience.com/il.htm">http://www.rowbyrowexperience.com/il.htm</a></strong><br /><br /></span> ILLIANA SHOP HOP 2016 WINNERS http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5433 <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #000000;"></span></span></span><img class="img-responsive" src="https://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/800x1036_2016_illiana_winnersjpg.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="1036" align="" /></div> SEW TOGETHER DATES FOR JULY - AUGUST - SEPTEMBER, 2016 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5323 <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #2446a2;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>SEW TOGETHER DATES<br /></strong><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /> </span></span></span></div> <span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong>Sunday Sew, Saturday Sew, and Friday Madness cost &nbsp;$5.00 There is one door prize and all purchases are 15% off. Please call ahead to reserve your space in the classroom.</strong></span><br /> <br /><strong><span style="color: #2446a2;"> Sunday Sew--(11:00-5:00)</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color: #2446a2;"> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; July 10th, August 7th, September 18th</span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color: #2446a2;"> Saturday Sew--(10:00-4:00)</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color: #2446a2;"> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: large;">July 9th, August 13th, September 10th</span></span></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color: #2446a2;"> Friday Madness--(4:00-10:30)</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color: #2446a2;"> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong><span style="color: #2446a2;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: large;">July 15th, August 19th, September 16th</span></span></span></strong><br /></span></span><br /><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong>EVERY TUESDAY (10:00-5:00)</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong>Open Sew--No Fees, discounts, food, or prizes. Just the fun of sewing and socializing together!</strong> <strong>Everyone welcome!</strong></span></span></span></span> TOP SHELF QUILTS NEWSLETTER FOR APRIL - JUNE, 2016 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5321 <h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="font-size: 36pt; color: #2ca0fd;">Top Shelf Quilts</span><br /></span></em></span></strong></span></span></h2> <h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="font-size: 36pt; color: #000000;"><span style="font-size: 24pt;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_april_june_2016_20160409113728.pdf">Top Shelf Quilts Newsletter for April-June 2016</a><br /></span></span><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">The second quarter newsletter is ready. You may view the PDF file online <br />and/or download it by clicking on the link above. <br /><br /></span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></h2> TOP SHELF QUILTS NEWSLETTER FOR JANUARY - MARCH, 2016 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5215 <h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><span style="color: #5b00ff; font-size: 14pt;"><strong style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="color: #2d00ff;"><em><span style="font-size: 24pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><span style="font-size: 36pt; color: #000000;">Top Shelf Quilts</span><br /><br /><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_january_march_2016_revfinal_20160210182853.pdf">TSQ Newsletter for January - March, 2016</a><br /><br /><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 18pt;">(Click above to download)</span></span></em></span></strong></span></span></h2> SEW TOGETHER DATES... JANUARY - MARCH, 2016 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5126 <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial; color: #2446a2;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>SEW TOGETHER DATES<br /></strong><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /> </span></span></span></div> <span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong>Sunday Sew, Saturday Sew, and Friday Madness cost &nbsp;$10.00 Call to reserve your space.&nbsp; There are door prizes and all purchases are 15% off. Please call ahead to reserve your space in the classroom.</strong></span><br /> <br /><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong> Sunday Sew--(11:00-5:00)</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; January 3rd, February 7th, March 6th</strong></span><br /><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong> Saturday Sew--(10:00-4:00)</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; January 9th, February 13th, March 12th</strong></span><br /><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong> Friday Madness--(4:00-10:30)</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; January 15th, February 19th, March 25th</strong></span><br /><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong>EVERY TUESDAY (10:00-5:00)</strong></span><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;"><strong>Open Sew--No Fees, discounts, food, or prizes. Just the fun of sewing and socializing together!</strong> <strong>Everyone welcome!</strong></span><br /> </span></span></span> BLACK FRIDAY SALE AT TSQ http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=5036 <div><img class="img-responsive" style="float: left; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/799x1034_11_24_15jpg.jpg" alt="" width="773" height="1001" align="" /></div> TOP SHELF QUILTS NEWSLETTER FOR OCTOBER - DECEMBER 2015 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=4891 <div style="text-align: center;" align="center"> <h1><span style="color: #2446a2; font-size: 24pt;"><em><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde;">Top Shelf Quilts </span></em></span></h1> </div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ff5e00;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_october_december_2015_20150930215108.pdf"><span style="color: #ff5e00;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 24pt;"><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;">Newsletter for </span><br /><span style="color: #2446a2;">October, November, December, 2015</span></span></strong></em></span></a></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_october_december_2015.pdf"><span style="color: #7a08f3;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 24pt;"><br /></span></strong></em></span></a><strong><em><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;">Click Above</span></em></strong></div> TOP SHELF QUILTS NEWSLETTER FOR JULY - SEPTEMBER 2015 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=4714 <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_july_september_2015.pdf"><span style="color: #7a08f3;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 24pt;">Top Shelf Quilts</span></strong></em></span></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_july_september_2015.pdf"><span style="color: #7a08f3;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 24pt;">Newsletter for April - May - June, 2015<br /></span></strong></em></span></a><strong><em><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;">Click Above</span></em></strong></div> TOP SHELF QUILTS ROW BY ROW EXPERIENCE WINNER http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=4689 <div style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: #052271;"><em><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 18pt;">"Row x Row" Winner at Top Shelf Quilts</span></em></span></strong></div> <br /><br /> <div style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 14pt;">Congratulations to Sue Trump, who is the Row x Row winner from Top Shelf Quilts.&nbsp; Her quilt consists of 9 of the row patterns.&nbsp; She did a great job of putting the rows together.</span></strong></div> TOP SHELF QUILTS NEWSLETTER FOR APRIL - JUNE, 2015 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=4515 <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_april_june_2015.pdf"><span style="color: #7a08f3;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 24pt;">Top Shelf Quilts</span></strong></em></span></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_april_june_2015.pdf"><span style="color: #7a08f3;"><em><strong><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde; font-size: 24pt;">Newsletter for April - May - June, 2015</span></strong></em></span></a></div> <br /><br /> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><em><strong>(Click Above)</strong></em></span></div> TOP SHELF QUILTS NEWSLETTER JANUARY - MARCH 2015 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=4318 <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_january_march_2015.pdf"><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><em><strong><span style="font-size: 24pt;">Top Shelf Quilts</span></strong></em></span></a></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/tsq_newsletter_january_march_2015.pdf"><span style="font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><em><strong><span style="font-size: 24pt;">January - March 2015 Newsletter</span></strong></em></span></a><br /><br /><em><strong><span style="font-size: 12pt;">(Click Above)</span></strong></em></div> 830 STOCKINGS FOR OPERATION CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=4135 <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 36pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;">Top Shelf Quilts Turns in <br />830 Christmas Stockings! <br /><a href="http://siterepository.s3.amazonaws.com/83/thankyou_20141106090509.pdf">Click Here!</a><br /></span></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: arial black,avant garde;"><br /><br /><br /></span></div> SEW TOGETHER DATES FOR OCTOBER-DECEMBER, 2015 http://www.topshelfquilts.comhttps://www.topshelfquilts.com/modules/news.htm?newsId=44 <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>SEW TOGETHER DATES</strong><span style="font-size: medium;"><br /> </span></span></span></div> <div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: large;">Sunday Sew, Saturday Sew, and Friday Madness cost &nbsp;$10.00 Call to reserve your space.&nbsp; There are door prizes and all purchases are 15% off.<br /> <br /> <strong>Sunday Sew--(11:00-5:00)<br /> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>October 4th, November 1st, December 6th</strong><br /><strong> <br /> Saturday Sew--(10:00-4:00)<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp; <strong>October 10th, November 7th, December 19th<br /><br /> Friday Madness--(4:00-10:30)<br /> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; October 16th, November 13th, December 18th<br /></strong><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><strong>EVERY TUESDAY (10:00-5:00)</strong><br /><strong>Open Sew--No Fees, discounts, food, or prizes. Just the fun of sewing and socializing together!</strong><br /> <br /> </span></span></span></div>