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Judy's 2017 Birthday SUPER SALE!

Judy Niemeyer 2017 Birthday Super Sale

Judy Turns 60…AGAIN…Sale!   
So, 60% off for you!

In honor of Judy’s birthday on October 17th, we are offering 60% OFF of
Summer Solstice and the Redesigned in Red White & Black book

BONUS: 25% off of patterns in the book!

The sale will run 9:00 a.m. (MDT) Tuesday, October 17th,
through 9:00 a.m. (MDT) Wednesday, October 18th!

SUMMER SOLSTICE

     

The Summer Solstice is one of our best selling patterns and has been since publication over five years ago!  With the advent of Quiltster and some updates in our techniques, however, we are redesigning some of the elements and the pattern will no longer be compatible with the original publication. 

The new pattern, expected sometime next spring, will include our new strip piecing technique for the diamonds, we’ve eliminated Y-seams, and we’ll be floating the start points! 

Additionally, you’ll be able to mix and match the star with others we’ve designed to the same size and add a variety of borders to create a Queen size quilt that is unique to you!  As a result, we are closing out the remaining stock on the Summer Solstice pattern at a great price. 

The sale is limited to what we have on hand, so don’t delay!

REDESIGNED: IN RED, WHITE, & BLACK

Last fall, Judy and Judel Niemeyer released a wonderful collection of Red, White, and Black fabrics, in conjunction with their second book!  The purpose of the book is to inspire creating quilts in a simplified color palette through both photography and enhanced instructions. 

Use the book in combination with specific patterns to achieve a beautiful red and white effect!  Forever and Rosè fabrics are still available, so if you are interested in a red and white kit for any of these patterns, check with your local shop or with a Quiltworx Certified Shop!  Many of them have the collections!


25% OFF REDESIGNED: IN RED, WHITE, & BLACK PATTERNS
NOTE:  To order patterns click on the names above the quilts. 
For kitting sheets, click the quilt image.

Pepper Dish Sea Urchins Prismatic Star
Lakeshore Hosta Southern Belles Dragon Star
Raindrops Clamshell Clamshell Queen
Osprey’s Nest
at the Lake Cabin
Prickly Pinecones Tree Skirt
Weathered Windmill Wedding Star Table Topper
Into the Northwoods Broken Daisy Placemats Peppered Mint

(Same pattern as Peppered Mint)

(Same pattern as
Into the Northwoods)

Orders will ship by the end of the week.


Want to celebrate with her in person?

OK.  So we can’t make this happen ON her birthday, but in March of 2018, Judy is hosting a retreat at her training center in Montana where she is the only instructor!  This will be the only retreat of its kind all year!  There is only room for 10 people (+ 1 off-site person), and we’ve filled 3 spaces already.  Don’t delay! 

Tour her studio with her, see a trunk show of the latest designs, visit local quilt shops with Judy where she’ll help you pick fabrics for upcoming projects, shop in the warehouse, learn Quiltster, and get her one on one attention on the Quiltworx project of your choice!   She hopes you will join her for a week of Quiltworx, Quiltworx, Quiltworx!   To celebrate, we might even have a belated birthday cake.  Yummmmm!


Click here for information and to sign up

As always, thank you for your passion and support of our business.  We really appreciate you!

Join us at Trends 2017!

Calling all Quilt Shop Owners!
(Not a quilt shop owner?  Click here.)

If you’re a quilt shop owner curious about how to get started with Quiltworx paper piecing patterns, or a shop owner who already has an active following of Quiltworx enthusiasts, we hope you’ll join us at the upcoming Trends show in Portland, Oregon!  

We’ll be unveiling a new exclusive design, participating in a Take and Teach, and offering a great deal on a Shop Owner’s Starter Package.  Not to mention, Judel Niemeyer will be presenting a new quilting app called Quiltster, a fabric auditioning tool that makes it easier than ever to quickly show customers how their quilts will look in their favorite fabrics, then kit their final project based on Quiltster’s convenient yardage information.  

Quiltworx is also sponsoring some great door prizes! 

  • One lucky attendee will go home with a Shop Owner Starter Package for FREE ~ $165 Value
  • One lucky attendee will receive a FREE 1-day workshop from a regionally local Certified Instructor!  We will match your shop with the closest, and most appropriate CI for the class and the teaching is ON US! ~ $350 Value, plus travel.
  • Two lucky attendees will receive one year subscriptions to Quiltster!  ~ $99.00 Value, each subscription.

Join us for the fun, the experience, and to learn more about our company and how we can work with you!  


Click here for details and sign up to attend!
Please note: Pre-registration ends Aug 25 and online registration closes Sept 4, 2017

Want to follow Quiltworx.com news for this event, check out the Quiltworx Event post.


Introducing Wine Country Mixer, an EE Schenck Exclusive!


NOTE:  This project can be ordered at the Trends show and afterwards through EE Schenck.

Check out our exclusive new design for EE Schenck out of the Maywood Studio collection, Aged to Perfection.  The quilt is aptly named, Wine Country and is 96″ x 96″. It uses a new combination of blocks from our Congo Mixer Collection, and we think it is just a show stopper.

The quilt is currently being made by one of our Certified Instructors, Jodie Madison. We’re looking forward to getting it back! We designed it in Quiltster and the image above is the Quiltster image of the design!


Dahlia Placemats – Our Take and Teach Project
Presented by (soon to be) Quiltworx.com Certified Instructors: Brenda Anderson & Carol Hattan


NOTE:  This project can be ordered at the Trends show and afterwards through EE Schenck.
 
Making it’s debut here at Trends 2017,
Dahlia Placemats is an exciting project you can take back to your shop and begin teaching today.  A popular workshop that can be taught in one or two days, it combines paper piecing with curved piecing to create fun table decor for any occasion! The cover sheet is graced with two versions of the pattern in Aged to Perfection fabrics and is available now for your store!
Brenda and Carol will be providing demos and kits to make ONE placemat, which you can take home and test before offering workshops to your customers.

Shop Owner’s Starter Package
Are you new to Quiltworx.com patterns and don’t know where to start?  Start here!

We’re launching a special product at Trends this year, only available through EE Schenck! It’s called the Shop Owner’s Starter Pack. Get an excellent starter package at a great deal, with nine of our best selling patterns and one exclusive Wine Country pattern!

Put the the most popular patterns in your store, AND, get kitting information for over 30 projects in three colorways from Maywood Fabric Collections: Aged to Perfection, Kimberbell Basics, and Java Batik Brights!


Quiltster:  How it Works for You
Presented by Judel Niemeyer

    Discover the possibilities with Judel as she demonstrates Quiltster, a new fabric auditioning tool, and how it can help you and your customers make their quilt inspirations come true quickly and cost effectively!!!  Not only will she show how to use Quiltster to increase kit sales in your shop, she’ll provide a trunk show of quilts designed using Quiltster. You’ll marvel at how closely the Quiltster mock-ups represent the finished product allowing customers to purchase their kits with confidence and ease!  You won’t want to miss out on this exciting demonstration, and the opportunity to ask questions about how Quiltster can best work for you.

Quiltster Mock-up vs. Finished Quilt
Glacier Star planned and made by Brenda Anderson
(CLICK IMAGES TO ENLARGE)

Quiltster Mock-up Finished Quilt

Trends is going to be so much fun…
We hope to see you there!


 

RETAIL CUSTOMERS

If you’re seeing this email as a retail customer, Dahlia Placemats will be available to consumers later this month, and if you’d like the Wine Country Mixer, be sure to let your favorite quilt shop know so they can order it in from EE Schenck!

Eclipse Sale - 25% Off Solar Flares Pattern

25% off Solar Flares Pattern!
Free Ground Shipping on orders of $100 or more!

Sale starts TODAY 10:30 a.m. MDT until midnight.


  1. Available to US residents, only
  2. Retail purchases, only
  3. Add products totalling $100 to your cart
  4. Add FREESHIP100 Coupon Code to your order (located just below your products) and click Apply.
  5. When selecting your Shipping Options, select Free Shipping (7 Day Ground)
  6. Proceed to checkout!

Quiltworx University Project Announcement & Sign Up

We’ve been working hard this summer developing a brand new mixer based on our Cattails in the Meadow pattern, exclusively for Quiltworx University at Thimble Towne.

You’re going to LOVE this project, and after seeing all of the options below, we hope you’ll join us!  There are a few spots left.

THE EVENT

Quiltworx University Logo

February 27th –  March 4th, 2018
Pricing:  $1495 includes the program fee + meals.  Lodging is extra.

Quiltworx.com and Thimble Towne are teaming up to bring you this amazing retreat experience featuring 7 Certified Instructors (AND JUDY!), one Certified Shop, and an exclusive mixer-style pattern that will allow you to mix and match blocks and fabrics to create a quilt that’s uniquely you! 

If you love Quiltworx patterns, you’ll love this opportunity to learn this EXCLUSIVE new pattern from some of the most talented quilters in the industry in a pampered environment with an atmosphere charged with excitement for quilting and teaching!



CLICK ABOVE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SIGN UP!

Without further ado…
THE PROJECT & OPTIONS!

We’re excited to present Cattails in the Meadow Mixer which can be purchased for this workshop from Thimble Towne.  

Prior to this event, you’ll receive a 6 month subscription to Quiltster, allowing you the opportunity to mix and match blocks and fabrics in 3 different quilt sizes to achieve your perfectly unique quilt!


Over 1500 unique combinations before factoring in fabrics or block rotations!


CATTAILS IN THE MEADOW MIXER GALLERY

The quilt samples shown are only examples as the full list of fabrics collections has not been 100% finalized.  Some examples may not be available as kitting options for the workshop.  Stay tuned for more information!  

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98.5″ Square
Antique Garage – Timeless Treasures To
nga Batiks
 


 
98.5″ Square
ME + YOU – 
Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics
 


 
98.5″ Square
Autumn’s Grace Collection – 
Island Batik
 


 
76.5″ Square
Blossom Batiks – Flaurie & Finch, RJR Fabrics
  

 
98.5″ Square
Bohemian Blues Cotton Collection designed by Judy & Judel Niemeyer with Timeless Treasures
 

 
76.5″ Square
Antique Garage Tonga Batiks – Timeless Treasures

 
64.5″ Square
Morning Sunshine Collection – 
Island Batik

  

 
64.5″ Square
Baltic Mini Collection Tonga
Batiks – 
Timeless Treasures
 

 
98.5″ Square
Kaffe Artisan Batiks –
Free Spirit
 

 
76.5″ Square
Cactus and Jungle Mini
Collections – Timeless Treasures

 

 
76.5″ Square
ME + YOU – 
Batiks by Hoffman Fabrics

 
76.5″ Square
Bohemian Blues Cotton Collection designed by Judy & Judel Niemeyer with Timeless Treasures


QUILT SIZE OPTIONS
(CLICK IMAGES TO ENLARGE)
98.5″ Square 76.5″ Square 64.5″ Square

GROUP A OPTIONS
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GROUP B OPTIONS
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GROUP C OPTIONS

GROUP D OPTIONS
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FABRIC OPTIONS

We will provide you with a variety of popular fabric collections to choose from!  Kits will be available exclusively through Thimble Towne.  Use Quiltster to mix and match the quilt blocks above and fabric from the various collections to see what your finished quilt will look like before you buy a stitch of fabric. Once you’ve designed your perfect quilt, Quiltster generates the kitting information you can then forward to Thimble Towne who will kit it for you!  You’ll end up with an exclusive heirloom quality quilt that is uniquely YOU!


Your fabric choices are as follows:
 You may choose one or more fabric lines for your quilt.  The following collections are some (but not all) of the collections that you will be able to choose from to complete your quilt! 
Stay tuned for a finalized list on October 1st! 

Jungle Mini Collection from Timeless Treasures

Cactus Mini Collection from Timeless Treasures

Antique Garage Collection from Timeless Treasures

Autumn’s Grace Collection from Island Batik

City Cultures II Collection from Island Batik

Morning Sunshine Collection from Island Batik

Blue Moon from Island Batik


Baltic Mini Collection from Timeless Treasures
A brilliant set of 8 blue fabrics sorted from lights to darks.
Judy & Judel’s Fall 2017 Fabric Collection to be released October 1st.


Bohemian Blues Collection from Timeless Treasures
A 30-piece collection of blues and creams, in light, medium, and dark tones.
Judy & Judel’s Fall 2017 Fabric Collection to be released October 1st.


CLASS PREPARATION

Quiltster Activation for non-Quiltster Users will happen October 1st, and designs must be submitted to Thimble Towne and Quiltworx by December 1st. Kits will be prepared to the strip size, in advance of the event and ready for you to pick up at the workshop. If you already have a Quiltster account, a $60.00 credit will be added to your account for extending your subscription or using In-App purchase (coming soon, to purchase your kit or project!).

During this process, you can create your kits using the following 4 options:

  1. Our preference and what we hope you will gain the most experience from is using your Quiltster platform to design your own unique colorway with fabrics from the wide selection of fabrics we are providing and submitting this to Thimble Towne.
  2. We will be coordinating 7 pre-made kits for those that don’t want to use Quiltster, but no Quiltster account refund will be given.  You will still have access to Quiltster for your Quiltworx planning needs throughout the workshop timeframe.
  3. We are also happy to help you with design services.  A $25.00 design fee will be added to your kit and you will work with Judel Niemeyer on the design.
  4. A kit option will be available if you want to choose your own fabrics.  You will need to purchase the Cattails in the Meadow pattern, select your own fabrics, and prepare your own kit for the workshop.  If you choose this option, please let us know so we know not to expect a kit submittal from you.

Please consider which process you want to take!  On October 1st, another email will be sent out with a finalized fabric collection list, how to access Quiltster, and the pre-designed kit options available.  At that time, we will need a response from you has which path you intend to take!  Project submittals to Thimble Towne will be required by December 1st. 

  

SUPPLY LIST
You’ll need to bring the following items with you:

  • 3″ by 12″ piece of Template Plastic 
  • 3-1/2″ by 18″ piece piece of Template Plastic
  • 12″ Add-a-quarter ruler
  • 18″ Add-a-quarter ruler
  • Purple Thang (optional)
  • 6″ by 12″ ruler
  • Medium size cutting mat (18” by 24”)
  • Rotary cutter 45mm or 60 mm
  • New rotary blade
  • Size 70 needles (Microtex recommended)
  • Scissors
  • Seam ripper
  • Surge protectors
  • Extension cords
  • Fabric glue UHU stic
  • Glue Pen (Fons and Porter, Sewline, or Avery recommended)
  • High quality cotton sewing thread
  • Flower pins
  • Scotch Tape
  • Large Ziploc Bags
  • Stapler
  • Binder Clips (medium and small)
  • Large Paper Clips 

WE HOPE YOU’LL JOIN US!


CLICK ABOVE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SIGN UP!

What's News in July!

New Patterns Hot Off the Press!

These patterns are now available for purchase on our website, and the fabric lines are available in a quilt shop near you!  There will also be digitized quilting designs available in the near future.

Many of these patterns are also being prepared for the Quiltster App which was launched last fall! Quiltster is an incredible fabric auditioning software that allows you to pick and choose fabrics before you spend money.  Look for the Quiltster Compatible logo on the patterns below, and click the quilt images or links to learn more about each pattern, find replacement papers, see samples made by Quiltworx.com and others, find kitting information, and purchase the pattern!

Wholesale purchases are available to those approved with a wholesale account. Visit our wholesale page to order (minimum purchase of 3 and advance approval of wholesale account is required).


Fractured Star
80″ x 80″ • Fabric: Heirloom Strip Set Collection

The Fractured Star was designed as a beginner pattern to introduce quilters to paper piecing. The project is fast, uses only one foundation block, employs simple cutting techniques, and is an affordable and fun way to jump into your first paper piecing project. It is meant to make those new to the process find confidence, understanding, and success.

The quilt sample above uses fabrics designed by Judy and Judel as a 48-piece strip set collection called Heirloom from Timeless Treasures.


Poinsettia
30″ Diameter • Fabric:  Cactus Mini Collection

Judy and Brad Niemeyer designed the layout, instructions, and foundation papers for the Poinsettia table topper pattern. A collection of fabrics designed by Judy and Judel Niemeyer with Timeless Treasures were selected to make the samples shown on the cover (collections include the Cactus Mini Collection and Antique Garage).


My Two Baby Sisters Placemats
12″ x 19″  • Fabric:  Cactus Mini Collection

The My Two Baby Sisters Placemats layout includes three distinct groups to create a 12” x 19” placemat.  The groups include a large star, a small star, and an accent strip.  The large star measures 12” square, finished size, and each of the small stars finish to 6” square.  

This is a great introductory pattern as it is a small project using the same technique for all of the paper piecing and can be completed very quickly.


2018 Quiltworx.com Retreats

We are now two weeks into booking for 2018 Quilting Retreats at Quiltworx.com!  Our July and August retreats filled up fast, but there are plenty of spaces available in Winter and Spring!  Why book this time of year?  First, travel in and out of the Flathead Valley by air is often more affordable, even up to half the price of Summer travel.  Also, our spring retreats offer more variety in services! 

Looking for a Retreat with just Judy?  Check out the March #1 retreat!  Looking for a retreat with all the amenities, but fewer days because of family/work obligations or financial considerations?  Do you want a retreat option that spans a weekend instead of over the week days?  We have a number of 3 and 4 day options next year! Certified Instructor Jennifer Eubank, an expert in all things related to Quiltworx, will be teaching our 3-day options, with Judy doing drop in Demonstrations and Trunk Show and warehouse tours.  These retreats are excellent choices for both new and experienced quilters alike.  Click on the links below for more information and to sign up.

  • January #1January 10 – January 14, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $810
    Check-in: 1/10/2018 at 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching Days: 1/11/2018 to 1/13/2018
    Check-out: 1/14/2018 at 11:00 a.m.
    Availability:  8 on-site and 1 off-site
  • February #1February 8 – February 12, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $810
    Check-in: 2/8/2018
    Teaching Days:  2/9/2018 to 2/11/2018

    Check-out: 2/12/2018
    Availability:  OPEN
  • March #1: March 8 – March 14, 2018
    Judy Niemeyer
    Cost:  $1500

    Check-in: 3/8/2018 
    at 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 3/9/2018 to 3/13/2018 – 4 days of teaching, 1 free sew day
    Check-out: 3/14/2018 at 11:00 a.m.

    Availability:  OPEN
  • April #1:  April 12 – April 16, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $810

    Check-in: 4/12/2018 at 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 4/13/2018 to 4/15/2018
    Check-out: 4/16/2018 11:00 a.m.
    Availability:  OPEN
  • April #2:  April 23 – April 29, 2018
    Judy Niemeyer & Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1450

    Check-in: 4/23/2018
    Teaching: 4/24/2018 to 4/28/2018 – 4 days of teaching, 1 free sew day
    Check-out: 4/29/2018 11:00 a.m.
    Availability:  7 on-site and 1 off-site
  • May #1:  May 30 – June 4, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1100
    Check-in: 5/30/2018
     3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 5/31/2018 to 6/3/2018
    Check-out: 6/4/2018 
    11:00 a.m.
    Availability:  OPEN
  • June #2:  June 26 – July 2, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1100
    Check-in: 6/26/2018
     3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 6/27/2018 to 7/1/2018
    Check-out: 7/2/2018 
    11:00 a.m.
    Availability:  8 on-site and 1 off-site
  • July #1:  July 9 – July 15, 2018
    Judy Niemeyer & Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1450

    Check-in: 7/9/2018 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 7/10/2018 to 7/14/2018 – 4 days of teaching, 1 free sew day
    Check-out: 7/15/2018 11:00 a.m.
    Availability:  1 on-site and 1 off-site
  • August #1:  August 5 – August 11, 2018
    Judy Niemeyer & Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1450

    Check-in: 8/5/2018 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 8/6/2018 to 8/10/2018 – 4 days of teaching, 1 free sew day
    Check-out: 8/11/2018 11:00 a.m.
    Availability:  FULL

The Quiltworx.com Lake-house Retreat is For Sale

You may have heard that we’ve decided to consolidate our retreat venues, and it is with mixed emotions that we announce we’re selling our retreat house in Somers, Montana.  We are nostalgic with memories of the time spent with those of you who’ve visited us, but are excited for what the future holds as we continue with retreats held at our specially designed retreat center adjacent to our offices.   Thank you to everyone who has made our lake-house retreat center a huge success!  Feel free to share this link to the MLS with anyone you think might be interested in this beautiful property. We’d love to see this beautiful home end up in the hands of a quilter!


 

New Patterns in Quiltster

We’re quickly adding patterns to Quiltster to help you plan your next project and streamline the fabric buying process.  

Here’s a list of the newly added patterns:
  
  • Autumn Pines
  • Broken Daisy Placemats
  • Candy Cane Cabin
  • Clockworx
  • Diamond Wedding Star
  • Fractured Paintbox
  • Fractured Star
  • My Two Baby Sisters
  • Poinsettia
  • Twinkle Star
  • Waterwheel
  • Wedding Star Table Topper
These are the patterns coming soon:
   
  • Bali Bed Runner
  • Bali Wedding Star
  • Flowers for my Wedding Ring
  • Labyrinth
  • Quiltworx.com Stained Glass Window
  • Wicker Basket

You’ll be able to test drive fabric options before you purchase a thread of fabric, and Quiltster provides a list of fabrics and yardage needed by fabric and block which you can then take to your favorite quilt shop.  All of this for as little as $10!    

Visit Quiltster.com to sign in if you already have an account, or check out the various Subscription options avilable if you don’t have an account.  


Quiltworx.com Sample Quilts For Sale

Every year Judy and the Quiltworx.com sewing team make dozens of quilt samples showcasing new patterns and fabrics for each season.  These quilts are showcased at Quilt Markets and trunk shows all over the world returning home sometimes years later.  

Occasionally we decide to sell a few them if the patterns have been discontinued or if we’ve launched newer colorways.  You now have the unique opportunity to give one of these stunning quilts a new home!  Click here to see the quilts now available to purchase.


New Award Winning Quilts!

The new Award Winning Quilts Album is up on Facebook! Congratulations to the winners, including Regina Parsons and her Amazon Star featured artistically above!

If you have an award winning quilt made from a pattern designed by Quiltworx.com, send a picture to ilyse@quiltworx.com and we will award you a $10.00 gift certificate when the publish our next newsletter!

2018 Retreat Openings!

Quilting with the Experts!
Pick a date and join us in 2018!

Whether you’re interested in fulfilling the retreat requirements to become a Certified Instructor, or just a fan of Quiltworx.com patterns and would love to experience a first class retreat with Judy Niemeyer and her teaching staff, there’s a retreat for you at our Quiltworx Training Center, located in Somers, Montana.

NEW THIS YEAR!

  • All retreats will now be exclusively operated through the Quiltworx Training Facility
  • We are excited to welcome Jennifer Eubank as our permanent On-Site Educator and Studio Manager, in collaboration with Judy!
  • Retreat offerings now include 3-day, 4-day, and 5-day events!
  • Rent the training center for your own private retreat with your closest sewing friends (whether there’s 2, or 10 of you…we have options)!  You can customize your event with options for food, teaching, and total number of days!
These retreats are open events, meaning you are free to bring any Quiltworx.com pattern to work on while attending your retreat.  Please take a look at the different retreats, what we have to offer in each, and get familiar with our policies on the Training Center web page. Read below for more information regarding the 2018 changes to Quiltworx Retreat Programs!

 

FACILITY CONSOLIDATION:

Many of you are aware that Quiltworx has operated two separate facilities for retreats in years past, one overlooking Flathead Lake south of Somers and one adjacent to the Warehouse and Sewing Studio just north of Somers.  It is now time to consolidate these two properties into one so we have time to bring other exciting teaching events to our fans and grow our company in new ways.  We have placed the Retreat House in Somers up for sale and in 2018, ALL of our events will be held at the Training Center, adjacent to the Quiltworx Warehouse! 

The Training Center is a state of the art retreat facility for 10 people (up to 11 with 1 off-site space available), including five bedrooms, each room with a well-appointed bathroom.  The facility is handicap accessible, all one level, and has an additional handicap accessible bathroom for your comfort, if needed! The facility has a full kitchen and dining area and a wonderful sewing studio designed by Judy with her students in mind.  Its location, immediately adjacent to the warehouse, gives retreaters full access to our entire pattern collection, notions, and whatever they need to have a wonderful week at their retreat! 

WELCOME JENNIFER EUBANK:

Another new feature this year, is the addition of an on-site Certified Instructor, Jennifer Eubank.  Jennifer is a native Alaskan that has affiliated herself with Quiltworx over the past four years out of sheer enthusiasm and spunk.  She has taught the entire Island of Kodiak, Alaska to quilt using Quiltworx methods and has spent her summers in Montana for three years, helping Judy teach workshops at the Retreat and Training Center.  She has recently retired from her career as a Special Education Teacher in Kodiak and has moved to Montana full-time!  In her off-time from teaching, she is the Studio Manager at Quiltworx, helping keep samples moving, fabric collections organized, quilts quilted, and meeting the needs across the quilting industry for Quiltworx products.  She is available for off-site booking during non-retreat weeks as well, and is also an integral part of providing training for Quiltworx University events for the foreseeable future!  We are thrilled to have Jennifer here and offer retreats where she is teaching independently and also with Judy throughout the year. 

NEW RETREAT OFFERINGS!

In recent years, many of our attendees have asked for more options regarding the number of days for each event.  Often times, it is hard to get away from work or family for a full week and can also be a challenge to find enough vacation time for more than a day or two!  To answer these requests, you will see a range of retreat options available including 3-day, 4-day, and 5-day events.  All of these include food, and the instructors for each option will be listed in the retreat description.  And, Judy and Quiltworx Staff will provide a Trunk Show on the night of check-in, regardless of the retreat! 

OPEN BOOKINGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE AT THE QUILTWORX TRAINING CENTER

We are also excited to announce that this year, the Training Center will be available for booking by any number of people for any amount of time during non-retreat weeks!  If it’s not booked, you can book it!  The cost is $125 a night.  If there is less than 6 in your group, we will keep the venue open for others to book available rooms during your stay.  For groups over 6, please see our Private Booking information.  Booking your own stay at the Training Center cannot be booked online, but a simple call to Quiltworx at 406-393-2646 will help you get started.  Check the calendar for openings before you call so you can be ready with your dates in mind!  These bookings will not include food, so make plans to bring or have transportation to get your own. 

RETREAT PRICING

All retreats include training center lodging and three meals a day, plus dinner on the night of check-in.  Extra nights and sewing machine rental are not included, but can be accommodated.  Some retreats (as noted) include a free sew day.  There are 10 onsite spaces and 1 off-site space available at each retreat (cost is less $175).  7% Boarding Tax (billed at time of check-out for the associated room fee for the event will be charged), and includes:

  • 3-Day event ~ TOTAL = $810+ applicable tax:
    • Programs Fee: $285 per student
      • 4 days of instruction from a Certified Instructor
      • A class limit of 11 students so you have lots of one on one time and attention
      • Trunk Show with Judy Niemeyer of current and upcoming projects (Night of check-in and before workshop starts)
      • A tour of Judy’s design studio/warehouse/training center
      • Quiltster training event
      • You will be able to work on the project of your choosing from any Quiltworx pattern (unless otherwise noted)
      • Shopping at local quilt shops will be on your own time
    • All meals are provided and the retreat is fully staffed with Quiltworx employees (7:30 a.m. to about 8 p.m. daily) to assist with all of your comfort needs ($150 value).
    • Lodging Fee:  $375.00 + 7% Boarding Tax.
  • 4-Day EVENT ~ TOTAL = $1,100 + applicable tax:
    • Programs Fee: $400 per student
      • 4 days of instruction from a Certified Instructor
      • A class limit of 11 students so you have lots of one on one time and attention
      • Trunk Show with Judy Niemeyer of current and upcoming projects (Night of check-in and before workshop starts)
      • Shopping at locally owned Certified Quilt Shops and take a tour of Judy’s design studio/warehouse/training center
      • Quiltster training event
      • You will be able to work on the project of your choosing from any Quiltworx pattern (unless otherwise noted)
    • All meals are provided and the retreat is fully staffed with Quiltworx employees (7:30 a.m. to about 8 p.m. daily) to assist with all of your comfort needs ($200 value).
    • Lodging Fee:  $500.00 + 7% Boarding Tax.
  • 5-Day Event ~ TOTAL = $1450 + applicable tax ($1500 for Judy, only):
    • Programs Fee: $575 ($625 for Judy, only) per student
      • 4 days of instruction from Judy and a Certified Instructor
      • A class limit of 11 students so you have lots of one on one time and attention
      • 1 free sew day
      • Trunk Show with Judy Niemeyer of current and upcoming projects (Night of check-in and before workshop starts)
      • Shopping at locally owned Certified Quilt Shops and take a tour of Judy’s design studio/warehouse/training center
      • Quiltster training event
      • You will be able to work on the project of your choosing from any Quiltworx pattern (unless otherwise noted)
    • All meals are provided and the retreat is fully staffed with Quiltworx employees (7:30 a.m. to about 8 p.m. daily) to assist with all of your comfort needs ($250 value).
    • Lodging Fee:  $625.00 + 7% Boarding Tax.

HOW TO SIGN UP:

Just click on the highlighted retreat date below for the specific retreat you wish to attend.  If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at katie@quiltworx.com.  Thank you and enjoy!!!


2018 OPENINGS

Click on the links below for more information and to sign up.  There are a limited number of off-site spaces available, so please contact us if you’re interested in an off-site space for a particular retreat.

  • January #1January 10 – January 14, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $810
    Check-in: 1/10/2018 at 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching Days: 1/11/2018 to 1/13/2018
    Check-out: 1/14/2018 at 11:00 a.m.
  • February #1February 8 – February 12, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $810
    Check-in: 2/8/2018
    Teaching Days:  2/9/2018 to 2/11/2018

    Check-out: 2/12/2018
  • March #1: March 8 – March 14, 2018
    Judy Niemeyer
    Cost:  $1500

    Check-in: 3/8/2018 
    at 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 3/9/2018 to 3/13/2018 – 4 days of teaching, 1 free sew day
    Check-out: 3/14/2018 at 11:00 a.m.
  • April #1:  April 12 – April 16, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $810

    Check-in: 4/12/2018 at 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 4/13/2018 to 4/15/2018
    Check-out: 4/16/2018 11:00 a.m.
  • April #2:  April 23 – April 29, 2018
    Judy Niemeyer & Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1450

    Check-in: 4/23/2018
    Teaching: 4/24/2018 to 4/28/2018 – 4 days of teaching, 1 free sew day
    Check-out: 4/29/2018 11:00 a.m.
  • May #1:  May 30 – June 4, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1100
    Check-in: 5/30/2018
     3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 5/31/2018 to 6/3/2018
    Check-out: 6/4/2018 
    11:00 a.m.
  • June #2:  June 26 – July 2, 2018
    Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1100
    Check-in: 6/26/2018
     3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 6/27/2018 to 7/1/2018
    Check-out: 7/2/2018 
    11:00 a.m.
  • July #1:  July 9 – July 15, 2018
    Judy Niemeyer & Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1450

    Check-in: 7/9/2018 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 7/10/2018 to 7/14/2018 – 4 days of teaching, 1 free sew day
    Check-out: 7/15/2018 11:00 a.m.
  • August #1:  August 5 – August 11, 2018
    Judy Niemeyer & Jennifer Eubank
    Cost:  $1450

    Check-in: 8/5/2018 3:00 p.m.
    Teaching: 8/6/2018 to 8/10/2018 – 4 days of teaching, 1 free sew day
    Check-out: 8/11/2018 11:00 a.m.

What's New in June!

New Patterns Hot Off the Press!

These patterns are now available for purchase on our website, and the fabric lines are available in a quilt shop near you!  There will also be digitized quilting designs available in the near future.

Many of these patterns are also being prepared for the Quiltster App which was launched last fall! Quiltster is an incredible fabric auditioning software that allows you to pick and choose fabrics before you spend money.  Look for the Quiltster Compatible logo on the patterns below, and click the quilt images or links to learn more about each pattern, find replacement papers, see samples made by Quiltworx.com and others, find kitting information, and purchase the pattern!

Wholesale purchases are available to those approved with a wholesale account. Visit our wholesale page to order (minimum purchase of 3 and advance approval of wholesale account is required).


Diamond Wedding Star

It’s here!  The most popular pattern featured at Spring Quilt Market, the Diamond Wedding Star is 96″ x 99″ and is Quiltworx.com Strip Set Compatible.  It’s made from a collection of fabrics designed by Judy and Judel Niemeyer with Timeless Treasures called the Tonga Strip Heirloom Collection.  This collection includes six groups of eight 2-1/2″ strips of fabrics sorted from lights to darks.   The pattern also is compatible with the Diamond Wedding Ring Creative Grids Template set, making trimming and assembly steps needed for this design a breeze!

Autumn Pines

Autumn Pines at 46″ x 46″ is a wonderful smaller quilt using a similar block to the Diamond Wedding Star and is perfect for introducing two of Judy’s techniques, foundation paper piecing and foundation strip piecing to new and experienced quilters alike.  This pattern is also compatible with the Diamond Wedding Ring Creative Grids Template set. The featured fabric collection is Antique Garage, designed by Judy and Judel Niemeyer, with Timeless Treasures. For alternative colorways, created in Quiltster and using an array of fabrics from the Antique Garage Collection, check out the pattern page.

 Flowers for my Wedding Ring

The Flowers for My Wedding Ring (87″ x 100) has been a staple of our foundation paper piecing designs since the late 1990’s.  The pattern has been through various updates through the years. The most recent includes the incorporation of the Quiltworx 2-1/2″ Strip Set, addition of smart corners to the foundation papers, reformatted instructions that incorporate hints on using the Creative Grids Wedding Ring Templates, and updates to the applique technique.  Check out the article, “Laser Cut Applique” (below) for more information about our newest laser cut applique stabilizer product, the Flowers for my Wedding Ring Quiltworx Impressions. The pattern comes with enough applique stabilizer pieces to complete one full corner of applique or a variety of other corner options shown in the pattern. An additional applique package will need to be purchased separately to complete both corners with applique as shown on the cover sheet.


 Twinkle Star

The Twinkle Star was designed by Judy and Bradley Niemeyer for paper piecing. The pattern includes three distinct groups to create a 38” x 38” quilt.  A lone star center makes up Group A, a series of 7-1/2” blocks nestled in each corner of the lone star makes Group B, and a border squares off the quilt as Group C.  The pattern uses basic paper piecing techniques that can be applied to many of our lone star projects.  This is a great introductory pattern for learning how our lone star quilts are made in a small project that can be completed very quickly.  The quilt featured on the cover showcases fabrics from the Antique Garage Collection designed by Judy and Judel Niemeyer with Timeless Treasures.


 Fractured Paint Box

The Fractured Paint Box has been part of the Quiltworx pattern family for almost 5 years. It was designed as a beginner pattern to introduce quilters to paper piecing and showcase the 48 piece 2-1/2” strip packages that Quiltworx has been creating for several years now. The project is fast, uses only one foundation block, employs simple cutting techniques, and is an affordable and fun way to jump into your first paper piecing project! It is meant to make those new to the process find confidence, understanding, and success!  The cover sheet features quilts created using the Heirloom Strip Set by Timeless Treasures.

 

 

Quiltworx has teamed up with Cut Loose Press™ to bring shops introductory paper-piecing block project patterns.

The six projects below are designed for 1-day workshops. Each project uses a Cut Loose Press™ pattern and a Quiltworx Charm Element set of papers. Quiltworx plans to continue the program for several years by releasing new designs and teaching blocks annually. Start developing a new generation of quilters versed in advanced quilting techniques using paper where the limits of the imagination are truly infinite!

Click on the images below to find the patterns and related products necessary to complete each project.  These products can be purchased individually or bundled together.  Fabrics are not included.


Candy Cane Cabin
50″ x 65″ • Fabrics:  Forever Collection

This pattern requires:

Candy Cane Cabin Cut Loose PressTM  Pattern
Quiltworx.com Charm Elements Pack #16


Clockworx 
49″ x 71″ • Fabrics:  Antique Garage Collection

This pattern requires:

Clockworx Cut Loose PressTM  Pattern
Quiltworx.com Charm Elements Pack #20


Labyrinth
60″ x 66″ • Fabrics:  Antique Garage Collection

This pattern requires:

Labyrinth Cut Loose PressTM Pattern
(2) Quiltworx.com Charm Elements Pack #19


Quiltworx.com Stained Glass Window
44″ x 57″ • Fabrics:  Forever Collection

This pattern requires:

Quiltworx.com Stained Glass Window Cut Loose PressTM  Pattern
Quiltworx.com Charm Elements Pack #15


Waterwheel
40″ x 40″ • Fabrics:  Cactus Mini Collection

This pattern requires:

Waterwheel Cut Loose PressTM  Pattern
Quiltworx.com Charm Elements Pack #18 & #19


Wicker Basket
52″ x 40″
 • Fabrics:  Heirloom Collection Strip Set

This pattern requires:

Wicker Basket Cut Loose PressTM Pattern
Quiltworx.com Charm Elements Pack #17
Creative Grids® 12″ Wave Ruler

CREATIVE GRIDS® 12″ WAVE RULER VIDEO

To see the Creative Grids® 12″ Wave Ruler in action, check out this short video featuring Judy Niemeyer as she demonstrates its versatility in adding a quick curve to any traditional or paper-pieced block.

 

 


It’s been on Judy’s wish list for a long time now…ever since we started designing custom applique for our quilt patterns, actually.  This past Spring, we finally took the plunge and bought our own laser cutter!!!!   It’s now up and running as you can see by the photo above which shows Alice overseeing the production of the applique for our newest pattern update, Flowers for my Wedding Ring.

The applique kits are a turn under applique stabilizer product called Stitch-N-Peel by Bosal, and are designed in such a way that during the machine cutting process, little tabs are left in place which keep the applique neat and organized on the sheet until you cut them apart with a few simple snips.

So far we’ve designed applique for the Flowers for my Wedding Ring pattern.  Each pattern comes with enough applique to make two small corners, one large corner, or four small corners as shown below.  The cover sheet of the pattern features a version with two large corners of applique.  For both corners, the purchase of an additional set of applique (which is available for purchase individually in packages with enough applique to create the second corner) is required.  

Last but not least, the Flowers for my Wedding Ring applique is also compatible with our Diamond Wedding Ring pattern, and we’ve showcased a couple of options for that below as well.

CLICK THE IMAGES TO ENLARGE

TWO SMALL CORNERS OPTION
 (Applique included with pattern.)

ONE LARGE CORNER OPTION
 (Applique included with pattern.)
 

FOUR SMALL CORNERS OPTION
 (Applique included with pattern.)
 

COVER QUILT: TWO LARGE CORNERS OPTION
(Requires an additional package of applique.)
 

DIAMOND WEDDING RING APPLIQUE OPTIONS

TWO SMALL CORNERS OPTION
 (One package of applique.)

FOUR SMALL CORNERS OPTION
 (One package of applique.)

We’re really excited to put on our creative hats and explore some of the endless possibilities now available to us with our new laser-cutter machine!  Look for lots of new and fun applique designs for some of your favorite quilts and the new patterns coming soon!

 

 

New Award Winning Quilts!

The new Award Winning Quilts Album is up on Facebook! Congratulations to the winners, including Stephanie Parks and her Weeping Willow artistically featured above!

If you have an award winning quilt made from a pattern designed by Quiltworx.com, send a picture to ilyse@quiltworx.com and we will award you a $10.00 gift certificate when the publish our next newsletter!

Judel's Birthday & Memorial Day Sale!

  

Before we talk about the fun of Judel’s birthday, Quiltworx wishes to take a moment and extend a heartfelt thank you to those whom have left us during service for our country and the family members they have left behind.  We are proud to be an American company with American products and American employees, many of us that have had or have family currently serving in the armed forces.  The protection, security and successes that our country enjoys because of those who have died in service is simply something that can never be repaid.  

Thank you.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY JUDEL!

Judel turns 41 on May 30th!  To celebrate, we are transferring the tradition of Judy’s Birthday Sale to Judel!  We would like you to enjoy 41% off of the following patterns, all created from our Seasonal Portraits fabric collection.  

Starts Friday, May 26th at noon (MDT)
through Tuesday, May 30th at noon (MDT)!

Click on the images below to be taken to the Pattern Purchase Page. 

To purchase the pattern at the sale price once the sale begins, simply click on the button on each pattern page that says “add to cart“.

Lumina Feathered Star
Originally $81.00

Qty: 75

Winter Wonderland
Originally $25.50

Qty: 50

Seasonal Gatherings
Table Topper

Originally $25.50

Qty: 50

Promise Ring & Charm Elements Pack #14
Originally $12.50
Qty: 10
(Doesn’t include Creative Grids Diamond Wedding Ring Ruler which is required for this pattern.)

Rocky Mountain Bear Claw Table Runner & Pillow
Originally $25.50

Cactus Flower
Table Runners

Originally $28.00

Cozy Cabin Comforts &
Geese Migrations Book

Originally $18.50
Qty: 25

Maple Leaf Flurries
Originally $21.50

Prickly Pinecones Tree Skirt
Originally $34.00

Summer Solstice
Originally $30.00

Three Quiltworx.com
Leaf Series

Originally $21.00

Celestial Snowfall
Originally $44.50


Looking for fabrics from this collection? 

There are definitely still fabrics available in these collections from shops across the US!  Don’t be afraid to contact your favorite Certified Shop to see what they still have available!  The shops listed below have let us know they still have fabrics on their shelves and would be happy to help you with kitting any of the patterns you might purchase as a part of our sale!

Quilting by the Bay
Wish Upon A Quilt
Lollipops 


Want to try the fabrics out in Quiltster?  

Many of the patterns in our sale are available for you to test colorways in Quiltster!  The Seasonal Portaits Fabric Collection is also available for you to use! Check out the following layouts in Quiltster to plan your perfect Seasonal Portraits Colorway.  Subscription is required

  • Celestial Snowfall (Click on the Snowfall Mixer to find the Template for Celestial Snowfall)
  • Maple Leaf Flurries
  • Summer Solstice
  • Cactus Flower Table Runner
  • Prickly Pinecones

Quantities

Some quantities are limited to what is currently in stock. When applicable, the available quantity is listed below the pattern.  Many of these designs may be off the market for a brief period, so don’t delay! 


Shipping Information

  • All U.S. orders will be shipped Priority Mail. Shipping prices will start at $8.15 and go up from there or UPS, if chosen.
  • All Canadian Postage will start at $25.45 and go up from there.
  • All other Foreign orders will start at $35.45 and go up from there.

Due to the number of orders we process during a sale, we will not be notifying everyone of their shipping charges before we process their orders.  By placing your order, you are agreeing to pay the necessary shipping charges, as outlined above.

Quiltster Updates Have Arrived!

Quiltster’s new searchfilter and favoriting features will help you build the fabric stash of your dreams!   The Fabric Stash features make choosing fabrics for your quilts easier and more efficient than ever before! 

What’s New?

  1. SEARCH Fabric Swatches by Color, SKU, Fabric Company, and more!
  2. Save your FAVORITE fabric swatches to be used for later!
  3. Find drop down menus in the Fabric Stash to filter fabrics by Company and Collection!  
  4. Mouse over a fabric swatch in the block editor to see SKU information!
  5. View yardage by Fabric AND by Block!
  6. Find yardage information in Inches AND yards!
  7. Additional speed and performance improvements have been added!
  8. New fabric collections include:
    • Tula Pink ~ Tabby Road
    • Blossom Batiks ~ Geodes
    • Blossom Batiks ~ Valley

SEE HOW IT ALL WORKS WITH QUILTSTER’S VIDEO TUTORIAL

New Patterns and Digitized Designs Available

Hot off the press!

These patterns are now available for purchase on our website, and the fabric lines are available in a quilt shop near you!  There will also be digitized quilting designs available in the near future.

Many of these patterns are also being prepared for the Quiltster App which was launched last fall! Quiltster is an incredible fabric auditioning software that allows you to pick and choose fabrics before you spend money.  Look for the Quiltster Compatible logo on the patterns below, and click the quilt images or links to learn more about each pattern, find replacement papers, see samples made by Quiltworx.com and others, find kitting information, and purchase the pattern!

Wholesale purchases are available to those approved with a wholesale account. Visit our wholesale page to order (minimum purchase of 3 and advance approval of wholesale account is required).


Butterfly Garden

Butterfly Garden was designed by Judy and Brad Niemeyer as part of the Sunrise Mixer series. It includes three distinct groups to create an 80” x 80” quilt. A circular center sits in the middle of the quilt with a diameter of 62”. A 4” wide ring surrounds the center for a total increased diameter of 70”. Then, a border is added to square the quilt off at 80”.

The pattern teaches many of Judy’s latest techniques for paper piecing and is fully compatible with Quiltster, meaning that you can find the layout in Quiltster and work with the program to develop your own colorway if you like. The A, B, and C groups can also be mixed and matched with other group designs in the Sunrise Mixer series to make a quilt that is truly unique to you!

Quiltster is available on a monthly or annual subscription basis.  You can learn more about it at www.quiltster.com.

The sample above was made from the Shiny Objects fabric collection by Flaurie and Finch with RJR Fabrics.


 Caribbean Starfish

The Caribbean Starfish pattern is part of the Congo Star Mixer Series, which was designed to bring a new look to a pattern that Quiltworx has sold for years called the Amazon Star. The Caribbean Starfish uses a similar layout, slightly smaller than the original. In addition, it incorporates a series of units meant to portray a tropical starfish. This pattern incorporates all of Quiltworx’s latest techniques as well. It is a breeze to put together, easy to modify, and can also be colored in Quiltster before you create the final project!


 Sunsations Magnolia

Sunsations Magnolia was designed by Judy and Brad Niemeyer as part of the Sunrise Mixer series. Like Butterfly Garden above, it includes the three distinct groups (center, ring, border) to create an 80” x 80” quilt.  But look how different they look with the different mix of blocks for each group…the possibilities are endless!

This sample was done in beautifully bright Anthology Fabrics.


 Vintage Compass

Judy and Brad Niemeyer designed the Vintage Compass layout, instructions, and foundation papers for the Vintage Compass.  This pattern is a wonderful example of a beginner pattern building off the outside compass unit in the Mariner’s Compass Pattern.  We highly recommend this pattern for both beginners and instructional workshops. 

Three NEW Digital Quilt Designs – Now Available!

Do you have a Lakeshore Hosta Wall quilt or a Lily Pond ready to be quilted? Well it just so happens that they’re the newest additions to our digital quilting library!  You’ll love these rich, beautiful, heirloom-quality designs that drop in effortlessly.

Most can be purchased as a complete package or in individual units, and are compatible with most commercial machines that can read quilting design files. Refer to the QUILT DESIGN web pages below for details.


Lakeshore Hosta 
Designed and digitized by Quiltworx.com

Dimension:  74″ x 74″

PATTERN QUILT DESIGN

CLICK TO IMAGES TO ENLARGE

Lakeshore Hosta Queen
Designed and digitized by Quiltworx.com

Dimension:  100″ x 100″

PATTERN QUILT DESIGN

CLICK TO IMAGES TO ENLARGE
 

Lily Pond
Designed and digitized by Quiltworx.com

Dimension:  100″ x 100″

PATTERN QUILT DESIGN

CLICK TO IMAGES TO ENLARGE
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