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In this lesson, Sharon shows you how to make a hanging sleeve for your quilt.

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Jinny talks with Tracy Mooney about her latest border prints from RJR Fabrics at Spring Market.

Want to learn more about border prints?  Jinny and RJR Fabrics have come together and created a wonderful eBook, "Making Magic with Border Prints." It is filled with tips, lessons and free projects. Click here for "Making Magic with Border Prints."

If you'd like a printed copy, contact Demetria Hayward at RJR Fabrics. Make sure to include your mailing address street address only.

A printed version can also be ordered here.  The cost for a printed version is $12.50.

Click here to see Jinny's Border Basics fabric line from RJR Fabrics.

Click here to see Jinny's Color Palette.

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The Sister's Outdoor Quilt Show has donated a 2017 The Men Behind The Quilts Calendar to one lucky winner. All you have to do is post a comment on this page and tell us you want this calendar. We will announce the winner on next weeks Anna & G on the Road blog post!

We are only 3 days away from the beginning of Quilter's Affair.  Beginning with activities, flowing into classes and culminating with the Sister's Outdoor Quilt Show and Save it for Sunday program at Five Pines Lodge. I hope I see some of you there! I will be teaching on Monday and Tuesday and running the Sit 'n Stitch on Thursday and Friday...a full week!  In between Stacy West of Buttermilk Basin is coming to play in Sisters on Wednesday and staying for the Quilt Show!  I'll have lots to share on the Woolie Mammoth Blog and Quilt Roadies You Tube Channel so I hope you'll check in!

Normally the East of the Cascade Quilt Guild has their meeting in The Stitchin' Post but because the classroom space has been turned into retail space for the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show our June meeting is held on the lawn out back.  I love that when I am sitting there I can go press my face against my younger son's office window, LOL...he is used to seeing my car or bike pulling into the parking lot of The Stitchin' Post, LOL.  



Our guild is pretty laid back and run with a loving hand by The Three Sallys. We were so blessed that the evening program featured two of the special exhibit quilters in the show. I am happy to introduce Teri Wood the 2016 Featured Quilter and Sandy Lachowski the 2016 Featured Longarm Quilter. Enjoy the slide show and don't forget to leave a comment on this blog post that you are interested in the Calendar GiveAway. Next week you'll have to check back to see if you are the winner so I can get your mailing address!!!

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Mark Lipinski recently awarded a "Quilts of Valor" quilt to Mr. David Wilcox.  The photo, shared by Mark, was taken with David and his quilt after the presentation.

"Mr. David Wilcox has just been awarded his Quilt of Valor for his service -- a Purple Heart recipient who fought in the battle of Pork Chop Hill in Korea."

Want to learn more about Quilts of Valor? Star Members can watch Mark in Show 1813: Quilts of Valor and Intent.

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(photo: WeAllSew.com - 36" x 36")

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(Image from Knits for Life)

Yarns and other embellishment fibers are making their way into many a quilter's toolbox.  But, unlike fabrics, which usually lay nice and flat, these squishy bundles of yummy color and texture can pose problems when it comes to storage.

Vickie Howell is an author, spokesperson, TV host, and DIY Lifestyle expert with a focus on the Needle Arts. She’s also a super fly lady with a good grip on staying organized. So when I asked her to share her tips for storing yarn she offered the following:

“Whether you go with plastic tubs, baskets, or a bookshelf with cubbies I recommend keeping your yarn stash organized by color palette. Not only is easier on the eye if you keep your supplies out in the open, but it also helps preparation for upcoming projects. The less hunting and gathering work you have to do when inspiration hits, the quicker you’ll be doing that thing you love: knitting, crocheting or crafting!”

Whether your stash is large or small, the idea is to think creatively when storing yarn in a small space. Don’t just consider out-of-sight spots. Think of ways to make the yarn storage part of your home décor.

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1. In a closet or cool storage unit.  Bloglovin'

2. Over the door shoe organizer.  Savvyhousekeeping

3. Hanging six-shelf yarn organizer with pockets for patterns. Patternworks

4. Up-cycle clear curtain and sheet packages. Because they are squared off at the corners, they stack nicely.  The zippers keep the dust out. Knitnoodler

5. Up-cycle large zippered duvet bags hold assorted bundles of yarn. JudyCooper

6. Wire baskets on shelving. Annie-Eats

7. Chest of drawer system. Mamasmercatile

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 1. Magazine files on shelving. Ohyoucraftygal

 2. Assorted shelving combined to hold a variety of yarn and WIPs in one place. Stitchandunwind

 3. Plastic garbage bins from the dollar store. Pinterest

 4. Bookcase. Makingahome

 5. Ikea Roskog rolling cart. Hearthandmade

 6. Apothecary  jars filled by color. Woolfreeandlovingit

 7. Fill clear decorative glass jars with smaller jarn balls. Savvyhousekeeping

 8. French drain piping cut to the depth of a bookcase. Craftaholicsanonymous

 9. A beautiful antique or new piece of furniture finds a new purpose. Craftstorageideas

Not sure how to incorporate yarn and other embellishment fibers into your quilt work?