Lil' Country Shoppe
551 Boyds Corner Road
Middletown, Delaware 19709
302-378-5568
lilcountryshoppe@juno.com

February Classes:

Beginner Quilting with Betsy Swank

Betsy will teaching a two part class for beginner quilters using the Split Rail Fence Quilt. All phases of making a Split Rail will be covered in this class.  Fee is $50.00 plus supplies.

Saturday, February 25, and Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.  May want to bring a snack.

Working with Wool - Doris

Wednesday, February 8, 2012 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. To attend this class you must sign up and purchase a wool kit from the shop.  In this class you will be learning the blanket and whip stitch as well as some important info on working with wool.

March Classes:

4 Patch Stacked Posie with Shelli Smith

Friday, March 30, 2012 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Grab that floral print, and watch how it turns into serveral beautiful designs just by using the cutting technique Shelli will teach you. We have 2 different samples in the shop for your viewing.  This is just to show you how different it looks by the fabric you choose. Class fee is $25.00 plus supplies.  A class is always fun and informative when you have Shelli as a teacher.

May Classes:

Fusible Machine Applique with Erin Underwood

Saturday, May 5, 2012 from 10-2.  Learn to machine applique that really looks like it was done by hand.  Class fee is $25.00 plus supplies.  Will need to bring a lunch or snack.

June Classes:

Saturday, June 16, 2012 Beginner Machine Quilting with Erin Underwood. This machine quilting is done on you own machine and you will be learning from one of the best. 

Fee $50.00 plus min.supplies

BOM - Started in January 2012 is a fat quarter friendly quilt with 13 blocks, designed by Cabin in the Woods called Civil War Sampler. We have many block kits cut and ready to go.  We do realize some of you don't like to take a whole year to make one quilt. If you choose to pick up one or more blocks per month we are okay with that.  I think is going to be one beauty.  Still a couple of openings if interested for our color choices, however plenty of books if you would like to do your own colors.  Since this is fat quarter friendly the charge per month is based on number of fat quarters needed for block.  Our fat quarters are $2.75 each so if it is a two color month it is $5.50 and the book cost is $16.95.  The outside border is made from the scraps left from blocks so there is no finishing kit. One inexpensive BOM!!!

Events/Happenings

Party with Patrick:  This is a party with the main host being Patrick Lose.  He is the designer of the patterns and fabrics (may substitue other fabrics from time to time) that we will be using at these parties.  Each month he sends us a pattern and a couple of recipes.  We make the sample, choose a night and host a party.  Our Party will consist of a demo, refreshments, show and tell and whatelse we may have up our sleeves that night.  The fee to join is $20.00 for the year and for this fee it entitles you to a free pattern, a new recipe or two and a good time.  You do have to be a member in order to purchase a kit or receive a pattern.  Our Party is on the 4th Thursday of the Month (except November) and will be hosted by Carolyn Bowman, Sherry Burbridge and guest host Ann Townsend.

April Retreat:  Yes we do have fun at our retreats and always a beautiful place to stay -- Riverview Retreat Center located near Centreville, Maryland. This year we added our second Retreat to be held April 20-22 and we have more room for more ladies to come.  The cost is $260.00 and that includes 2 night of lodging and meals for  Friday -- Lunch and Dinner - Saturday -- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and Sunday Brunch.  More info stop by shop or call 302-378-5568. 

November Retreat:   Also at the Riverview Retreat Center near Centreville, Maryland. This retreat will include 2 nights of lodging and the same meals as the April Retreat.  We are going to try to keep the price the same as the April retreat.  To reserve a space please send a  $50.00 if the price changes you will have the option to cancel.  If you need more details just give us a call 302-378-5568.

Events/Clubs -- Fun Times!!

It's Open To All -- Come to our Clubs for Free - Lots of Fun -- Learn - Eat - Enjoy Show and Tell!!

Lil' This - Lil' That - Second Saturday of Month at 9:30 am - February 11, March 10, April 14, May,12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, and December 8, 2012

 BATIK LOVERS Club - Sherry Burbidge - Third Tuesday of Month at 6:30 pm - February 21, March 20, April 17, May 15, June 19, July 17.

     Are you a batik lover like Sherry, then join her and see what she has made out of those wonderful batiks that you all love.  For this you will also be seeing our Batik section grow (it has already started).  Like our other clubs we will have show and tell, demo/preview of new project, refreshments, and warm hospitality.  Oh yeah I think you all want door prizes. so we can do that also!!

Stitcher's Gathering -- 4th Wednesday of Month from 10:00 am till 2:30 pm.  Come for an hour or the day.  The is a gathering for those who love handwork, chatting, and show and tell.  If coming for day bring a snack or lunch along with your project.

PMS Day (Potluck Monday Sewers) - Third Monday of Month

     A sewing day in the shop and the fee for attending is One Potluck Dish to be shared.  That means a day of being with other quilters, eating, and sewing.  Must sign up in advance due to space

Backyard Quilt Show Saturday, September 29, 2012 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.  This will be our 7th year for sponsoring this quilt show and we now have a building so all of your quilts will be under cover - no worries ab out weather.  We usually have well over 50 quilts which range in size of wall hanging to King Size.  I started doing this show as a way of giving something back to our customers.  The only stipulation is a quilt can only be in show once.  We don't charge to enter, don't care where you purchased your fabric or took the class, we have you drop off week before show and can be picked up after show is over of the following week.  This means you don't have to spend one dollar in our shop, doesn't cost anything to admire the quilts on display, get to vote on the quilt you like the best for whatever reason.  Best of all we do light refreshments and somebody is going to win a $50.00 gift certificate to the shop. We've even added vendors to make it even more fun.  Sign up to enter a quilt or vend.

Class Policies:  Yes a must do.  Class fees are payable by cash or check when you enroll.  A supply list will be provided at enrollment.  If a class is cancelled by us a full refund will be given.  If you cancel you must give a two week notice to receive a refund.  This allows us both to plan and prepare for class.  You must be ready for class when you arrive for class - this is just a courtesy to your classmates and teacher.  Hope to see all of you in a class or two.

 Hope you all take advanages of our classes, the instructors love to teach.

Doris