Have you seen #justbeingmelani on Instagram or on Facebook? She is the “digital creator” behind the WE DO NOT CARE club. The first time I saw her, I was laughing out loud and shouting “that is me!” The club was created for all women who were going through perimenopause, menopause or who are post menopause. But many other versions have been created –the teacher’s edition, the Australian version, the London club, the teen parents edition and on and on!
The glasses on top of her head and hanging from her neckline and on her face was “my tell” that she knew what she was talking about. So with credit to Melani Sanders for this trend, I want to share with you the Quilters Edition of WE DO NOT CARE. Feel free to add your own.
- We do not care that we have spent over an hour in a quilt shop–“all who wander are not lost!”
- We do not care that some of our seams do not match–52 out of 56 is just fine.
- We do not care that you question our fabric choice for the quilt’s backing–it is what was in our “stash”.
- We do not care that you think the quilt top is “too busy”—I made it for me not you.
- We do not care that we went to the store in sweats covered in thread — out of black thread and the stored was closing in ten minutes.
- We do not care that our sewing room looks like it had been raided by the FBI–shut the door on your way out.
- We do not care that your PJ bottoms have been on my sewing table waiting to be hemmed since April–it is still too warm for flannel.
- We do not care that we vowed not to buy any more fabric until we had used what we had–it was on sale!
And as Melani says, “that concludes the meeting of the We Do Not Care club.
But seriously, there are many things the Quilters at First do care about–
*We care that all of our sale items are made of good quality fabric.
*We care that the items are priced to sell…which means you get a great bargain.
*We care about sustainability; we used donated fabric and leftovers from previous projects before we buy new.
*We care about craftsmanship. We won’t sell items that are poorly sewn.
*We care about offering a huge variety of quilt sizes, different styles and fabric items that are not quilts per se, such as wall hangings, table runners, placemats and accessories.
*We care that you leave our sale feeling great!
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What treasures do we have this week?
I love the AMERICAN JANE FABRICS by Sandy Klop in this quilt and truthfully, all her designs . These vintage inspired prints are fresh and traditional at the same time. The quilt is machine quilted and hand bound. It is washable and should be used! The colors are much more vivid than what I captured on my phone. You should see it in person. This 47″ x 62″ quilt be great for a toddler or as a lap quilt for someone who just likes it!!!! $150
Tomorrow is the first official day of Fall. Have you created cozy spaces in your home yet? This 41″ x 42″ table topper or wall hanging or sofa throw is certain to add an autumn feel to your space. Machine quilted and bound, it is only $50.
Christmas shopping yet? These pot holders and hot pads are made with Insulbrite which reflects the heats. Need stocking stuffers or hostess gifts?
The two orange ones and the pink one have a pocket to help you hold on to the hot dish.
These hot pads are for protecting your table from “oven-hot” casseroles. They have Insulbrite also. $8 each
We have two identical Christmas aprons. The pattern labeled them as children’s aprons but Diane is modeling this one and it fits. “Santa’s Little Helper” is a pocket. $15 each
Reversible placemats are smart to use.
These six placemats are 12″ x 18″ and could be used on either side. Machine quilted and bound –they are made to withstand many trips to the laundry. $60 for 6
Quilters at First received another great gift this week.
This huge quilt top is made from polish cotton which is very sturdy but also gives the quilt a sheen. The donor’s husband was from Hawaii and I can’t help but see an Hawaiian vibe to the quilt–the bright colors and the floral prints. This quilt is probably from the sixties, qualifying it as “vintage”. $50. Approximately 100 inches square.
And least you forget—-
We really, really, really hope to see you there!
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