What quilter out there doesn’t enjoy making baby quilts? The cutest fabric is available; fabric that is designed just for babies. I have a weakness for baby bunnies, even though in real life, they eat my hostas that I keep planting each spring!

Baby quilts are small because babies and their beds are small. If you have a pattern or use a panel, a baby quilt can be whipped up in hours. Forgot about the baby shower? Give a quilter a night with all the fabric available, and voila you have a gift.

Baby quilts are a unique gift. No one else will give a gift to baby just like yours! They can be tailored to that special person. Mom and Dad met at university—a collegiate theme. Many Star Wars and Harry Potter quilts have been given. Mom is creating the perfect nursery–use her chosen colors. Often the quilts become keepsakes, especially if they were given by a special person in the family.

But quilts for babies have changed with the times.

#1 Parents usually know and share the gender of the baby. Decades ago, quilters hedged their bets and included both pink and blue in the quilt.

This hand quilted and hand appliquéd vintage quilt used the solid blue and pinks of the 30’s and 40’s. Some colors were considered neutral or non-gender specific. Yellow, green and lilac could be used with either gender. If the parents do care about traditional colors for the gender being used, you have plenty of time since most know long before the baby is born.

#2.Many parents have color schemes that would cause their great-grandmothers to shake their heads and roll their eyes! Navy and grey are popular now as well as olive and grey, minty green and coral, black and white with pops of primary colors, neutrals and muted rainbow colors. “Soothing” colors are popular–hmmm, for baby or mom?

#3. The preferred backing is something soft. So many polyester fibers have become popular–polar fleece and Minky backing add a cozy, soothing touch. When I was commenting about this trend to my daughter in law, she pointed out to me that technology is responsible–we didn’t have these fabrics twenty years ago. Flannel backing is soft but doesn’t hold up as well.

Quilters at First love to make baby quilts for the sale in October and to have on-line now. We have “custom” made a few–the buyers wanted a specific color. If you go to the Photo Gallery on this blog, there is a “baby quilt” section. We have had some recent additions.

Black and white zoo animals are featured with some other B&W prints and the solid blue/aqua. The back is fleece and the batting is cotton. It measures 43″ x 53″ and is $60.

Although it appears to be pieced, it is a whole cloth with gingham butterflies and pastel flowers. The back is a coordinating fabric and it is bound in a sparkly stripe. Machine quilted with cotton blend batting. The quilt measures 42″ x 54″ and is $50. This quilt would last through toddler and pre-school ages.

Half-square triangles in peach, teals, and sweet floral and forrest baby prints are used to create this smaller baby quilt. The backing is a pink fleece adding to the coziness. It is 34″ x 42″ and for sale for $50.

Do you like cats? The border features “psychedelic” cats (psychedelic according to Siri denotes an intense, vivid color or a swirling abstract pattern). The blocks are framed with blue sashing. The backing is a soft blue Minky. Mindy is very lightweight but very warm. This quilt is 49″ x 54″ and is $60.

Contact quiltersatfirst.com if you are interested in any of the quilts seen on the Photo Gallery post. Of if you are interested in a particular color or theme, let’s discuss the possibilities.

Enjoy those babies you wrap up in a quilt! So very quickly you are making a California Long twin quilt for them to take to college!

REMINDER-We pay sales tax on everything we sell! The sales tax in Sedgwick Country in KS is 7.5%. If a purchase is $50, we are left with only $46.25 to donate to First United Methodist TV Ministry and the Religious Nurture Center for Disabled Adults. Our unique projects are even more of a bargain than you first thought!

We came to the Seattle area for our eldest grandson’s high school graduation. We had been here many times over Christmas, winter break and during summer vacation in July and August but never in June. June has a different feeling. There is so much diversity in the area, so much to see. My observations of the Pacific Northwest are just a tiny slice of this distinct area of the country. To quote Dorothy, “Toto, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” 

One huge difference between Kansas and the Pacific NW is the tall, tall trees, mostly evergreens–thus the state’s motto–The Evergreen State.

The area with which I am familiar is very suburban. Huge houses fitted together like a jig saw puzzle. But there is still an abundance of towering trees.

Housing is expensive. A house built in 2014 has more than doubled in price. The houses are large with token lawns.

But every subdivision has a pocket green space with playground equipment–an ecology requirement.

The playgrounds are used! Each evening children are out playing on the equipment and the parents or grandparents are standing watch visiting with their neighbors. The sound of play and the sight of people talking face to face was wonderful!

Almost anyplace that is not meticulously landscaped has wild blackberries. We have seen the berry laden vines, but in June there is an explosion of blossoms.

The Pacific NW in June is a flower show! Wild and carefully tended flowers are a delight! I walked reveling in the beauty and fragrance of roses.

Of course lavender was everywhere, along with some flowers I had no idea their names!

Black bears have been sighted in this area. Today my grandson’s middle school implemented a “Stay Safe” due to a report of a bear in the vicinity. We would say we’re “bear hunting” when we would leave for a walk but this is the only bear we spotted……

But the major attraction for us this week has been graduation and all the celebrations that accompany this milepost.

Speaking as a retired HS teacher who has attended thirty plus ceremonies, North Creek did a great job. We were in a stadium and the weather was Pacific Northwestern–cool (had to buy a sweater to wear), misty/rainy. But we heard his name loud and clear and saw him clearly on the big screens. We will attend a fifth grade graduation ceremony and the first three games of a soccer tournament. Grandparents that live a plane ride away crowd as much as they can into one trip!

But I do miss quilting on these trips. I miss Wednesdays with Quilters at First. To keep my hands busy I brought a dish towel to embroidery.

Next week, I am sure I will have lots of new projects to share.

With every trip I dread saying good bye, but Kansas is home and it has it’s charms.

Each Tuesday I send an email to the Wednesday Quilters with reminders about our next meeting at the Church. Each quilter responds to the group, that yes, she will be there at 11 or after a dental appointment or after the delivery person has come and gone. Or they respond with quick explanations of why they won’t be there—out of state at my grandson’s graduation or on a cruise, etc. This correspondence gives us a give update on each member of our group. An easy way to stay in touch even if we won’t be present at that particular Wednesday.

In my emails, I try to add a meme or clip art or gif just to make the “same old same old’ message from me to be a bit different. Last week I found this on a Facebook group, “Cool People Quilt”. I don’t know to whom to give credit , but it is so appropriate for out group.

These are some of the responses I received.

” I appreciate each and every one of you “Besties”

“Agree.  We could make a long list of why we like to quilt together

“My quilting beasties are my therapy.”

There are so many reasons to quilt. Quilting is a creative endeavor, it relieves stress, it keeps the brain working, it results in unique gifts and home decor and it is fun! But most of us quilters need a group of like minded cohorts. A community in which we can share our passion.

My husband supports my quilting habit 100%. I have never been told my day quilting instead of house cleaning or preparing dinner was wasted. He even developed a strategy for visiting quilt shops and has planned trips to quilt destinations—Paducah and the International Quilt Museum at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. Full disclosure, most of these trip involve a baseball park and game or two! But, as supportive as he is, he isn’t a quilter! One of his favorite quotes is “isn’t that a little busy?” He doesn’t really appreciate the differences in fabric—not that he is suggesting cheaper fabric..it is my money, but fabric is fabric in his eyes. Sometimes his expectations are unrealistic– his suggestions are not in my skill level. Just because I really admire a quilt, doesn’t mean I can duplicate it. Quilting buddies fill the gap!

My quilting friends give great advice–most of the time requested. “Is this color going to work here?” “Should I add a border or two?” Only quilters understand the frustration of discovering your bobbin ran out half way through sewing the long border–and you had removed all the pins. Only quilters commeserate with you when you need to seam rip the entire row of blocks because you sewed them upside down. And sometimes they help pick out those tiny stitches! Quilters never say “looks fine” when you place your scrappy blocks on the design wall–they will help you make sure the colors are distributed well.

In addition to our shared love of quilting, we have shared much that has nothing to do with quilting. Health and family ups and downs. Joys and sorrows. Recommendations of series on TV and good books to read or to listen to while sewing. Buckets lists and trips taken. Snacks and coffee are important component of the afternoon and great recipes are shared. So yeah, I need my “quilting besties”.

And most importantly, the Quilts Etc. Sale in October would not happen without the combined diligence of the two groups that comprise Quilters at First. We are divided into the machine quilters and the hand quilters with about 12-15 members in each group. Both groups met on Wednesdays in different rooms but on the same hall way. We share our fabric stashes, we admire each others work and sometimes our special desserts! We all contribute to the growing collection of items that will be available this fall at our annual sale and on line.

We invite new members. Each new person adds something special we didn’t have before. So consider yourself invited. All skill levels are welcomed. Leave a comment if you are interested.

One of the highlights of the week is the sharing of finished projects. We ooh and ahh over each one! Usually pricing the items is a group effort. Here is what we had last week.

Do you know an antique car enthusiast? These placemats would be the perfect Father’s Day gift. They are green on the back–flip them over and you have a new set. $40

Diane created these “fidget boards”. They help keep children occupied during “long boring periods” of time. Because they are soft, they won’t make any noise when dropped. These boards are great for folks who are soothed by keeping their hands busy. $40 each

WSU fans, get ready for your next “watch” party. These table runners are approximately 15″ by 35″. $40 each

Perfect for the picnic table on the deck or patio..These star spangled placemats are 12″ x 14″ and for sale for $40.

I know it seems like a long time to the winter holidays–but you know how quickly they seem to arrive! Grab these so you will be prepared for those crazy weeks.

Frosty and his friends are delightful. Each placemat is 13″ x 17″ and the set is $40. BUT…..

……wouldn’t this table runner be a great piece to complete your table? Frosty table runner is 11″ x 33″ and is also $40.

These are a few of the items our different members have contributed to our collection of items for sale. Each member has a different style and interest which has contributed to the vast variety we have to offer. Yay for “quilting besties”!!

How is my fabric diet going? May is almost over–more than a third of the year and I am doing well!! I will admit to one slip up—I purchased two charm packs of “ZINNA”.

I have purchased fabric to be used for backing.

Large quilts need four or five yards of fabric

For this scrappy 60″ x 70″ quilt I was able to piece together these green pieces for the backing. (The quilt is for sale for $150)

But for this quilt, I purchased this red and white check–on sale! The quilt measures 65″ x 80″ and the price is $200.

I will need to purchase more solids. I use a lot of white fabric but my whites are every shade or tone of white available and it is easier to use one piece than stand in the natural light in my backyard trying to decide if the two pieces of white from my stash are the same.

I use a lot of white.

I didn’t “un-save” notifications from my favorite on-line fabric sites. A girl can look–stay abreast of the latest trends, right? Need to see what’s out there! I try to buy my backing and fillers from the local quilt shops. But while on this fabric diet, I give myself a very short time period to be physically in the store–must be somewhere in five minutes!

I started this diet for economical and environmental reasons. After five months, I still believe my original reasoning was sound but it has become a test of my will power and most importantly a challenge to see how creative I can be with what I have. Stay tuned, just seven more months.

New topic—

Our minister retired this month.

This photo was copied from Facebook.

The Quilters at First had a champion in the pulpit! We are so grateful for her interest, support–and financial contributions. On Wednesdays, she would climb the stairs to visit with both groups. She attended every sale and luncheon to celebrate our wins. She encouraged our outreach changes. We will miss her!!

We wanted to say thank you in a tangible way….but what did she want or could use? Why not let her decide? So we decided upon our first ever “gift certificate” to be used at the October sale or for items posted on-line. Hopefully, she will have fun shopping for herself or for gifts.

A gift certificate? Hmmmmm? Would others like to use this method of gift giving? So we will be creating gift certificates for anyone to purchase. If you want to “gift” a friend or family member something special, contact us and we will create a certificate just for you!

Check out the photo galleries. I can’t believe how busy my fellow quilters have been!

The difference between what a quilt is worth and what people will pay for it! This is a constant dilemma I face when determining the asking price of a quilt.

Recognizing most buyers are unaware of the cost of fabric and batting and don’t realize the number of hours spent sewing, quilting and binding, I have accepted that most of our quilts are extremely underpriced. We quilt because we enjoy the process; we quilt to support two important missions of our Church and we quilt because we can’t not quilt. But we don’t want to “give” our quilts away or set the price so low that the public believes them to be cheap.

Quilts, as well as pieces of art, are often worth much more than what buyers are welling to pay. The chart below has been floating around the internet for several years.

Another formula for pricing quilts was width (inches) x length(inches)X $.50=asking price. An example would be a 50 in x 50in baby quilt. 50×50= 2500x.5=$1,250. Yikes. in my wildest dreams–not happening!!!!

Another method is to check Etsy or eBay and compare the quilt with those listed. Of course it is difficult to check out the quality of fabric, the skill of the quilter, and the complexity of the pattern.

And in our situation, we have to look at our market. Years ago, I had an extended family member who collected unique cookie jars as an investment. He would show off his latest cookie jars and quote from some obscure internet site the extraordinary current worth of the jar with a prediction of what it would be worth in the future. A divorce and health issues happened. As far as I am aware, the jars were sold at garage sale prices. A lesson in worth versus what the market will pay.

Another consideration is that homemade quilts can not be compared to the mass produced “quilts” from China. If you are looking for a temporary splash of color for a room or just something to keep you warm, our quilts aren’t for you.

And to further complicate the dilemma of “quilt pricing” is the history or age of the quilt. Vintage or antique quilts are treasures. But how to determine it’s worth??? When pricing a vintage quilt, the history, the condition and the style are important. Vintage quilts usually reflect a slower-paced world in which quilts were hand sewed and quilted and the quilters wanted to show off their skills with intricate designs.

This quilt was donated to the Quilters at First.

The person donating the quilt estimated it was made several years before 1970, given the family history. This is probably as close as we will get to dating it.

The pattern is “Fruit Basket”–with 72 baskets. The scalloped border is very rare. It measures 87″ x 96″. The hand quilting is exquisite…very dense.

The second photo is the back side–the quilting pattern is easily seen–every stitch came through.

Every triangle point is nearly perfect!

I haven’t found a stain or worn spot on the entire quilt. Probably it was put away in a closet to be save for something or someone or sometime very important. I doubt it was ever spread on a bed.

The quilt isn’t bulky, if batting was used, it was a very thin layer.

I would love to know the story of this quilt. Who was the artist? What was the occasion-a wedding or housewarming gift? Was it a “check this off my bucket list” project? I will never know the history of this beauty, but hopefully I will know its future. I want a home for this quilt where it will be treasured and enjoyed.

So here is the million dollar question! What price do we decide upon? Please leave a comment with your suggestion.

“Summer Sunday Afternoon” As soon as these three words are spoken, I have this nostalgic yearning for a sunny, warm, afternoon without any responsibilities. An afternoon with a novel by my favorite author. An afternoon after Church. An afternoon following a larger than usual lunch allowing dinner to be pop corn or a bowl of ice cream. An afternoon that eases into evening. But a perfect summer Sunday afternoon for my husband is a baseball game. For a close friend, the best summer Sunday afternoon is a drive with no destination. Some families spend several summer Sunday afternoons each year with the extended family enjoying traditional recipes and connecting with different generations.

Many people don’t have the luxury of experiencing the “Summer Sunday Afternoons” of my memories — mothers of babies and young children, family care givers, service workers and first responders, minimum wage workers who need to work two or three jobs. Probably there have been more Sunday afternoons that I graded papers and projects, or did laundry or mowed the lawn than afternoons I just relaxed. But one of the perks of being “of a certain age” and retired, no matter how full you have filled your calendar, is that Summer Sunday Afternoons can be more like what you want them to be.

Since this is a “quilting” blog, I want to re-introduce to the readers to some quilts that would help create a “Summer Sunday Afternoon” feeling.

The “recycled” denim quilt would perfect to spread on the lawn for “Twilight Tunes on the Terrace” at the Botanical Garden. Do you set on the hill at the Wind Surge Games so your little ones can run around while you watch the baseball game? You need this quilt–see it is backed in a green cloth–won’t show grass stains!

Feathers are a popular motif this year. It is 60″ x 72″ and can be yours for $150.

Softer colors were used to create “Vintage Summer”. The machine long arm quilting is a vine pattern for a garden theme. This quilt would look great “artfully” draped over a rattan love seat!

Measuring 62″ x 63, – 80/20 cotton/polyester batting was used. This beauty is $200.

Nine patch blocks are one of the most traditional blocks used. These nine patch blocks were set on point–they are diagonal. The fabric is from a Lori Holt jelly roll. Using one designers line, the quilt has a coordinated scrappy look.

The borders are from the same jelly roll as is the binding. The curved machine quilting is “Baptist Fan” and cotton batting was used. The quilt could fit a twin bed–65″ x 73″. $250.

Maybe spring more than summer, this lap quilt or toddler’s bed quilt features floral fabrics and warm season colors.

The lime green adds a bit of sassiness. It measures 50″ x 62″ and is for sale for $100.

Who says quilts are just for winter? Quilts for picnics, Quilts for cool nights at the lake, Quilts folded up on the deck rocking chair. Quilts for those evenings watching TV with a friend that controls the AC and the ceiling fan. Quilts are multipurpose. Quilts are for the entire year.

Yesterday was a glorious day! I was at my sewing machine for 8 hours with short breaks to do “life” stuff–empty the dishwasher, let the dog out, fix dinner. These days don’t come around often. Activities that support my choices take up time. Causes I really believe in require time away from my “happy” place. But yesterday I sewed! The planning, the fabric gathering and the cutting had been done a few minutes here and there earlier in the week. Yesterday I turned on all my lights–room overhead light, the OtteLite on the sewing table, the strip LED lights taped above the throat plate and the sewing machine light. I carefully placed my coffee cup on the patchwork coaster to my right and adjusted the ironing board to be used setting down on my left. The only thing remaining was to sign in to Acorn.TV to stream my current obsession, Brokenwood Mysteries filmed in New Zealand. While Mike Shepherd solved murder after murder, I matched seams, pinned and sewed–with an occasion use of a seam ripper to make those pesky points match. These days don’t come often enough. But I suppose it is like Christmas—if Christmas came every month it would not be special.

Each quilter has their own requirements. Several members of our group sew in the evening, enjoying the quiet. I don’t machine sew after dinner, that time is devoted to watching one or two episodes of a streamed series and /or reading. (Watching TV is so different than 10 years ago—watching Ted Lasso now, just finished Clarkson’s Farm and looking forward to The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.) I have a great sewing room, but some quilters do lovely work “out in the open”. Their sewing time is limited to available space. Audio books are a distraction to some quilters; I need something to listen to when moving around cutting, working on the design wall or looking for fabric. But no matter the environment, the Quilters at First have created some wonderful projects!!

Interestingly, three sets of seasonal placemats were completed these past weeks by different quilters.

Ready for Memorial Day or the Fourth of July, these patriotic placemats are $40. Paulette chose backing could be easily used for a different look or to be flipped over if someone dripped mustard from their hot dog. These placemats are washable–and would make a great hostess gift.

Judy N was thinking ahead to the fall and Thanksgiving. You wouldn’t need a centerpiece if these were used on your holiday table.

The mats measure 12″ x 18″ The six different mats are $55 .

Diane was preparing for the Christmas holidays when she made these scrappy placemats with the wonky trees. These mats are approximately 12″ x 16″ (I forgot to get the measurements but will post them next week!) and are for sale for $40. Might not wait until this fall to think about holiday placements–they may be sold by then.

Colors create moods. This 62″ x 67″ flannel quilt in soft beiges, creams and browns is the embodiment of the Danish concept of “Hygge– a quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.” (Oxford English Dictionary)

Each unique snowflake was machine appliquéd by Peggy. Snowflakes are also used in the machine quilting. Cotton batting added to the coziness of this large twin size quilt. $150 SOLD

Elaine’s grey, turquoise and lime green quilt is full of motion. The “hour glass” blocks twist and turn the vertical rows. The “half-square” triangles that form the middle border act as a fence to keep all those moving pieces confined.

The quilt measures 62″ x 78″ and is machine quilted on a long arm by Elaine. The colors used would add a spot of color to any modern home. $150

Our newest member of Quilters at First, Heather, contributed this Jungle theme juvenile quilt.

There are lions, elephants, giraffes, antelope and jaguars! This “non-gender” quilt would make a great “I Spy” quilt for a child learning all the animals’ names. Hang it on the wall, lay it on the floor for tummy time/play time or use it on a toddler’s “big person bed”, this quilt would be a favorite throughout childhood. It is approximately 39″ x 59″ and is $100.

Quilters at First may have many different habits and sewing environments, but we all share the joy of showing our projects to you!

Well, what has been happening in the past few weeks? In my world we traveled to Florida for baseball! With a couple of friends, we joined Triple Crown Travel, (https://triplecrowntravel.com) for three spring training games in the Grapefruit League and two professional games, the Miami Marlins and the Tampa Bay Rays. In addition to baseball we waded in the Gulf, ate seafood, watch alligators in the Everglades, and made new friends.

We flew from Miami to Dulles to visit our daughter and son-in-law in VA for a few days. I had my French Toast—thanks to Gary, played with Sarge and Bandit, walked the dogs on the Bluebell trail, searched of family records in Leesburg Library, and visited a brewery on top of a mountain.

Then we tried to come home—in past trips we have had great luck flying so I guess it just was our turn to have one of those trips. Going we spent an unexpected night in Dallas. Coming home was also two days in airports due to storms in Chicago and Houston. But we are home safe and sound with our luggage!

. So thanks to Pinterest and some experimenting, we delivered 10 felt stick horses.

Week two in production—not all have been made and we haven’t added the ribbon reins and harnesses. Another spotted one joined the herd. We used our felt, ribbons, stuffing and buttons we had been saving “just in case” so the dowel rods were the most expensive items used.

Party time at OJ Watson park, so Mia and her friends could ride “real” ponies before receiving their party favors–cowboy hats and horses.

Birthday girl, in boots, is leading the charge! Each child was allowed to chose their horse.

While I have been traveling and Mia has been partying, quilters have been working diligently on new projects with some finished gems to share with you.

Judy N. finished this spring beauty. The floral fabric is show cased with this pattern. It measures 48″ x 64″–a great throw size. $150

Who doesn’t love a scrappy quilt that doesn’t really look too scrappy? The traditional four patch is connected with half square triangles to create movement. The modern pattern selected for the machine quilting give a more contemporary look. 56″ x 82″ $200. SOLD

I named this Starry Night. If you look up in “dark skies” you are able to see the galaxy of stars. Vicki used her Christmas party dark blue print fat quarters for this table topper, 25″ x 25″. $45

Before you know it, we will be buying pumpkins and Halloween trick or treat candy! This spooky 34″ x 42″ walling hanging or table topper by Elaine gets you in the mood. $65

I have seen KC Chiefs projects, Christmas table runners and placemats set, a patriotic red, white and blue quilt—all in the final stages of production. We have filled our storage cabinets full of items for Quilts Etc. Sale in October! So feel free to do some early shopping.

Do you use these terms interchangeably? Most of us do. We were told to grab a tea/dish towel and dry the dishes that were washed by hand. After a large family meal several towels would be used before the mountain of dishes were dried and put away. We might get a way with spreading a tea towel on the kitchen counter top and stack washed dishes in a intricate pyramid. And all of us had the cousin or brother that used the damp towel to snap it on our arms or legs. These humble kitchen accessories have had an interesting history.

Google search found that persons in the UK and Australia almost exclusively entered the term “tea” towels and persons in Canada and the US looked up the term “dish” towels. This has been attributed to the English and Irish’s long practice of serving tea…from the “cuppa” in the simple cottage to “high tea” in the lords ad ladies manor drawing room. A towel was wrapped around the tea pot to keep it warm and catch any spills. Tea towels were spread over the bread or cakes before the tea was served. Linen was usually reserved for the wealthy. Mass production with the cotton mills allowed the ordinary housewife to use cotton tea towels. But with the severe depression of the nineteen thirties, no money was available to spend on fabric.

In the last half of the twentieth century, printed terry cloth towels became more popular. They were very absorbent and were printed in the colors of the time or season. I still have some of those avocado green and gold floral towels–as cleaning rags. They were inexpensive and were great for wiping counters and drying hands. But terry cloth leaves lint on dishes, glassware and flatware. Regular woven cotton towels are now preferred for dish towels.

Paper towels were “invented” in the 1890’s but were not marketed specifically for kitchens until the 1930s. They were hailed for their convenience and sanitation. BUT they have a tremendous negative impact on the environment–they can’t be recycled, they use virgin paper pulp contributing to the depletion of the forests and harmful chemicals are used in their manufacturing. Personally, I have reduced my use of paper towels–not eliminated their use. I still wipe the countertop with a paper towel after cutting up raw chicken. But cloth towels are much better for our world!

Embroidered tea or dish towels make great hostess gifts or a special thank you gift.. …. useful, unique, and not expensive. Use an embroidered towel as the gift wrap…a gift wrap that won’t be put in the trash. Plus a kitchen with an embroidered tea towel seems homey!

We will have several embroidered projects in the Quilts Etc. Sale in October, but here is a peek of what is available now. The towels are approximately 26″ x 33″ and all cotton muslin.

The following are single towels–

Ric rac and reproduction fabric is used on some….

These towels are great to have in your kitchen, no matter if you call them dish or tea or kitchen towels. Come to the Quilts Etc. Sale in October to see in person all the towels we will have—-or buy one now!