About Us > Katipatch Catchup > Issue 16
The winter chill is in the air and it reminds us that it won’t be long before we need another quilt on the bed! Sometimes that’s all we need to motivate us into getting one or two of those UFOs finished. Take a look at our class list if you’re looking for even more inspiration – there’s sure to be something that will catch your eye. We have the latest NZ Quilter in store now and some of the magnificent creations in there will certainly help to get you in the mood!
Our Charmers packs are a great way to get you started on a quilt. As new fabrics arrive in the shop we cut off 4” squares which get mailed out to you in lots of 25. For $30 you receive 4 mailings – a total of 100 x 4” squares. Phone us on (07) 549 5900 or e-mail info@katipatch.co.nz if you would like to join the mailing list.
We all find at some stage we have collected magazines, craft books and fabrics we no longer need. We have perhaps made something out of the magazine, but kept it because it’s too good to just throw away. Or we have changed direction in our creativity and some of the fabric collection no longer suits our style. We thought it would be a great idea to collect those ‘throwaways’ here at Katipatch and allow people to buy them for $2, the proceeds of which will be given to the Neurological Foundation.
Imagine not imagining, reaching for a thought that eludes you, or wanting to dance but your feet won’t do your bidding. Stroke, Alzheimer’s’ disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis and epilepsy are just some of the brain disorders that steal our ability to sew patchwork, write, dance, and recall the precious memories of our lives. It is estimated one in five New Zealanders will suffer from a brain disorder in their lifetime, and these can be devastating, not just on the sufferer but on their families and caregivers. Most of us will know someone who has been afflicted by one of these problems. The Neurological Foundation of New Zealand is an independent body that raises money to support neurological research and education in New Zealand. The Foundation is funded by individual New Zealanders, with more than 95 per cent of contributions coming from donations and bequests. For more information take a look at the website Neurological Foundation of New Zealand
This collection will be ongoing, and we’ll keep you up to date with how much is raised. So if you have any of the above items you are willing to donate, please drop them off and we will deal with the rest. Make sure you also take a look at what’s offering when you come into the shop – we may just have collected the answer to your prayers and for $2 it’s yours!
Classes coming up:
- Finishing Touch – Binding your Quilts with Meryl Caudwell. One day workshop Thursday 26 th April. There are still a couple of spaces left in this class. Meryl is an experienced tutor, and she will teach you various ways to bind your masterpieces including French Binding, Mitred, Straight corners, Curved, Scalloped, Prairie Points and several variations of these. $65 includes lunch, plus $10 for the requirement kit.
- Fishes with Mary Transom. Two day workshop Sat/Sun 28 th/29 th April. Mary’s classes are always popular. You will create your own underwater scene with Mary’s expert guidance, using a variety of appliqué techniques, couching and machine embellishing. See the three gorgeous samples in the shop. $110 includes lunch both days.
- Juniors class starts on Sat 5 th May and runs from 9.30 – 11.30am. We will teach all sorts of techniques starting with some hand stitching. These fun classes will run on the first Sat of each month for $10 per lesson plus the cost of a small kit.
- Bordering on the Comical with Natalie Murdoch . Two day workshop Tues/Wed 8 th/9 th May. You will have lots of laughs with Natalie, using your scraps to make a quilt of your own choice - we have the 3 choices hanging in store. You will make a small scrap quilt on the first day and add the cow, rabbit or clown border on the second day. The finished quilt sits on top of a single bed or would make a great wallhanging. $110 includes lunch both days.
- Kalbarri Bag One day workshop Tues 15 th May. This bag is great for a new Mum, a weekend away or as a general carryall for classes. Some prework to bring to the class. $45 includes lunch.
- Free-wheeling Kites with Shari Cole Wed 23 rd May This is a great way to make spectacular use of your scraps. Shari is well-known around NZ for her innovative methods, so this will be a wonderful opportunity to learn something new. (See attached photo). Cost is $70 plus requirements and includes lunch.
- Quilters’ Carryall Wed 30 May and 6 th June. Especially designed by Carol for carrying all your requirements for class, including your cutting board and rulers, with a removable pocket for your scissors, threads, pins etc. The large outer pocket is a Seminole pattern. (See attached photo). $65 includes lunch both days.
- Dragonfly with Jacqui Karl. We are excited about having Jacqui coming to teach, so we have booked her for two one day workshops. This first is on Sat 9 th June. The dragonfly absolutely sparkles with Jacqui’s techniques, using Angelina fibres, paints, beads and paua. $65 includes lunch.
- Painted Landscapes with Jacqui Karl. The second workshop is on Sun 10 th June. Starting with a plain white piece of fabric, you will paint, machine stitch and hand embroider to create your own landscape. Jacqui promises stunning results. $65 includes lunch.
Call us on 07 549 5900 or send us an e-mail info@katipatch.co.nz if you would like to join any of these workshops or would like a photo or more information. Also, please let us know if there is something you would particularly like to learn and we’ll see if we can arrange a tutor.
For Friday Friends on 11 th May we have Gordon Cooper giving a short demonstration of EQ6, a computerised quilt design program. Gordon is one of the international designers so his expertise is second-to-none. There is no extra charge for this very interesting lecture, so if you think EQ6 might appeal to you, be sure to mark this date on your calendar. The $10 Friday Friends fee applies.
A bud of a rose is just as beautiful as the full bloom. Appreciate what you have at the moment.
Altogether patchwork
Carol & Cindy