February 7, 2010
It hasn't been very long since our last newsletter, but we just have so much to share with you that we don't want to wait! We're really excited about the new fabric lines and new quilts we have to offer you. So hold on tight, and let's get started!
New Fabric
Twelve Oaks by Judie Rothermel for Marcus Bros. - Judie Rothermel takes inspiration from a personal favorite, Gone with the Wind, in naming this collection after one of the plantations in the story. A pre-printed Victorian-inspired crazy quilt design and coordinates are designed to reflect the look of fabrics used by “genteel” ladies of the South. To see this entire line, click here.
Hot for Chocolate - Blue Hill brings us this line designed by Betsy Chutchian filled with reds, pinks and browns. A perfect line for Valentine's Day, or any day! To see the entire line, click here. 
Adventures in Wonderland - Windham Fabrics in association with the Bridgeman Art Library and the Mary Evans Picture Library bring the tales of Alice to life on fabric. The playful and colorful interpretations of Tenniel’s original drawings are certain to help inspire a keepsake quilt that will be cherished for generations. Click here to see the entire line. 
French Quarter by Paula Barnes for Marcus Bros - Taken from antique French prints, this line is reminiscent of the genteel times when the European trade lines were flourishing in the South. Everything from furniture, wallpaper, metalwork, porcelain, china and fabric from France was popular in the United States during the 1800's, and you can see that reflected in these prints. Click here to see the entire line.
Block of the Month
Hannah's Sampler - If you love 1930's reproduction fabrics, you'll love this quilt which was designed by Lori Smith. The finished quilt measures 64" by 79". This program will run for 13 months starting this month. For more information on this block of the month, click here.
Kits
Scrap Basket Quilt - This great quilt is the featured quilt on the front of the April issue of American Patchwork & Quilting. The cheery pattern leaves lots of room for beautiful quilting. It measures 76 1/2" by 76 1/2 ". The kit contains the magazine and fabric for the quilt top along with the binding. For more information on this kit, click here. 
Give Me Liberty - This great quilt goes together quickly and makes a great statement. It was designed by Jean Ann Wright using the Liberty collection from Windham which features fabric from Colonial Williamsburg. The kit contains the pattern and fabric for a 66" by 66" quilt top along with the binding. For more information on this kit, click here. 
Candy Hearts - This beautiful quilt was designed by Dana Followwell of Common Threads. Dana is the newest designer for Common Threads. This quilt works well for Valentines, but could also be used as a wedding quilt. The kit contains the pattern and fabric for a 64" by 64" quilt top along with the binding. Click here for more information on this kit.
Evangeline - This beautiful quilt was designed by Paula Barnes of Bonnie Blue Quilts and features the French Quarter line by Marcus Brothers. The kit contains the pattern and fabric for an 89" by 89" quilt top along with the binding. For more information on this kit, click here.
All Aboard the Patchwork Express
Patchwork Express is filling quickly. We don't have a lot of seats left. Remember if you register before Feb. 15th you get a free pin to hold the charms each shop will be selling. The North Texas Patchwork Express is a two day trip full of fun and shopping with a group of other quilters to visit eight wonderful quilt shops. For more information about this fantastic weekend, click here!
Wildflower Trails Shop Hop
Mark your calendars. The Wildflower Trails Shop Hop is March 25-27. It extends from Georgetown to Cedar Hill and involves 8 shops. The theme this year is Vacation Destinations. Common Threads destination is a Ranch (and our quilt will be western). Hours are 9:00AM-8:00PM all three days. Each shop will offer a gift certificate to one lucky person and there will be two grand prizes of gift baskets valued at $350 and $500. You must complete your passport to be eligible for the prizes, so make your plans now!
Don't forget that Common Threads can now be followed on Facebook. If you'd like to get immediate notification of our new fabrics, patterns and kits, as well as notifications of sales that don't always make it into the newsletters, consider becoming a fan of the page. Pieceful Blessings,
Denice & Staff
Common Threads Quilting
Waxahachie, TX
