June 2021


As Victoria works its way through lockdown once again, a huge thankyou to everyone who continues to support our shop. Quite literally, if it wasn’t for all of you we wouldn’t be here!
 
While our physical doors are currently closed to walk-in customers, we are still here for
               ~ Online orders
               ~ Contactless pickup (currently a 5km radius applies)
               ~ Phone orders
 
Hope to hear from you, or catch up in person hopefully soon!
 
 

Shop News

Sydney Craft and Quilt Fair
We have EVERYTHING crossed that COVID behaves itself and we can make it to Sydney for a fabulous Show!
 
Guest Artist on our stand will be Lisa Mattock (Forage – Slow Stitching) and several of her stunning quilts will be displayed on our stand.  Come and say HI to Lisa!
 
When:  Wednesday 30th  June to Sunday 4th July 2021
Where:  The Dome, Sydney Showground, Homebush
We are:  Stand F19
 
 
 

Product of the Month

Aurifil Cones & Thread Stand
We now have a select range of neutrals in 40w and 50w cones which are great value and perfect for machine sewing.  The 40w cone contains 4700m of 100% cotton thread and the 50w cones have 5900m of 100% cotton thread.
 
Use these cones (and also the spools) in conjunction with the Superior Thread Stand.
  • Multiple threading options for specialty threads
  • Fits cones and spools up to 3.5" in diameter
  • Use horizontally or vertically
  • Stands over 15" tall
  • Sturdy yet lightweight
  • Portable
Includes the following accessories - Small Spool Cap, Large Spool Cap, Cone Adapter, & Bobbin Adapter.

We also stock a telescoping Metal Thread Stand that suits these cones.
 
 

New Products

Tula Pink Threads
We’re delighted to be stocking Tula Pink’s Curiouser and Curiouser threads; a luscious selection of Aurifil threads perfect for Tula Pink’s fabrics.
 
Prym Thimbles
From Prym, their Soft Comfort thimble in small, medium and large with a shaft made of soft plastic and a dome made of hard plastic.  On its side there are four vents that prevent sweating when working for longer periods. The top of the “Soft Comfort” thimble is made of hard white plastic and has dot shaped notches which ensure perfect needle guidance even with sturdy fabrics and multiple layers
 
 
 

Patterns & Kits

Animal Alphabet
A delightful Animal Alphabet panel in blue or pink, available as just the panel or in a kit form to make a sweet quilt for a littlie.
 
 

Magazines

Quiltmania Issue 143  – more stock due soon.  Order now to avoid disappointment!
Don’t miss out on any magazine copies.  Join our “regulars” list and have your copy reserved or mailed to you each edition.  Simply contact us to arrange for this to happen.
Did you know we can get in any Quiltmania magazine or book that is currently in print?  If you’ve seen a book you’d like or are missing an issue of a magazine, let us know the title details and we’ll order it in especially.  We can also set aside any of the above magazines on a regular basis for you – just call the shop with your details.
 

Fabrics

The Seamstress  by Edyta Sitar.  
A beautiful range from Edyta featuring a large print on a green, blue or cream background and a stunning array of small florals and geometrics in complementary colourings.  Full range available in: FQ’s, cut from the bolt or FQ bundles.
 
Darlene’s Favourites  by Darlene Zimmerman.  As the name implies, this is a carefully curated selection of Darlene’s favourite prints from her various 1930’s ranges.
 
Eyelash”  by Jinny Beyer.   Finally back in stock!!  We know many of you love this fabric and we have it in both black and navy 
 
Linen Dots”  Delicious linens with small or larger dots in pink, blue, green and purple
 
 
Spring Chicken”  by Sweetwater.   A very sweet range from Sweetwater featuring, of course, chickens but some lovely co-ordinates too.
 
Widebacks”  by Kaffe Fassett.  
Three stunning widebacks from Kaffe.  Get in quick for these!
 
 
That’s it for now – thanks for reading to the end! 
Until next time
Carol
“Patchwork Made Possible”
Website:  www.sewnandquilted.com.au
Phone: (03) 9877 1664
Email: carol@sewnandquilted.com.au