Dear 

So Who else is flabbergasted that it's October already?

I’m also astonished to realise that November is the fifth anniversary of Thimblestitch@Zoë’s opening! How did that happen? What a journey it’s been from the trepidation and excitement of that first day to today. Thank you to every one of you that have helped to make Th@Z’s the success it’s become.

Below is a photo Jodie found that she took just before we opened, just look how far we have come !!!

                                       5 years ago

                          Not so easy to keep tidy now !!

As its been a while since the last newsletter there are allsorts of goodies: such as Waltz of Whimsy by Ana Davis.

Lewis and Irene's City Nights

Moda Bella Solid Cream Jelly Rolls

Rolls of Freezer Paper

A selection of Moda Gradients

Just a few, best to pop in and have a gander.

 

For a week in August Thimblestitch hosted an exhibition by the Woodmanton Group. As requested last year, the emphasis was on sketchbooks and design decisions. Thank you so much all those who came, chatted and commented. It was a real success even though we managed to clash with The Festival of Quilts! Here are just a few photos so you can judge for yourself.

Your comments were amazing and so complimentary! Instead of a sales table there were magazines and books for a donation and you surpassed yourselves. Your generosity meant that when we added the donations to the collection pot we have managed to buy three, yes three new toilets for places with little or no sanitation. What a generous and appreciative lot you are! That brings the total to 11 and we are now looking at ordering 2 more.

Very sadly the Toy shop in Honiton has had to close its doors, a big loss to the town. I have taken Jenny's stock of Anchor Tapestry Wools, it's not the whole range but I might just have the one you are looking for.

Also it means there is nowhere local to get mixed media supplies like acrylic paint, brushes, inktense pencils etc. I’m thinking a very small, basic stock might be helpful. I would value your opinions.

Again Thimblestitch has hosted some amazing tutors and brilliant students who have produced some amazing work !!

 

Christmas is almost upon us! So it’s definitely time to start thinking about those Christmas projects and gifts for family and friends. Don’t forget Wednesday Drop in Days, when you can use a table and get on with your projects in peace. You do need to book so have a look at your diary. The next one is November 14th.

 

 

November

Saturday 10th  Fabric Christmas Wreath with Louise Nichols £35 Christmas or Autumn Wreath On this workshop you can choose to make either a Christmas or an Autumn wreath. There will be a selection of Holly or Oak leaves for you to choose from, which have been lino printed onto fabric in various colours. You can then embellish these with felt, threads, beads etc.....what ever you fancy! Your embellished leaves will then be used to decorate a wreath along with any other embellishments you wish to add. All materials…

Saturday 24th  Floral Christmas Wreath with Anita Whipp £35 Learn the festive art of wreath making and take home your beautiful creation and use your new talent to make one every year.

Friday 30th  Silent Night or Christmas Tree Table runner £35 with Stella Bolland. Learn turned edge appliqué as well as raw edge appliqué and an easy way to strip piece a border to produce a Christmas Table Runner.

December

Sat 1st  Fabric Pots with Louise nichols £35 Would make lovely christmas presents

Just a taster for the New Year.......

January

Friday 11th Making Marks and Play Day with Kara Chambers £40

Sat 12th Walking the Line with Linda Campbell £35

Sat 19th Experimental Rusting Workshop with Adele Thomas £40

Sat 26th Textile Art with Angela Knapp, do check out Angela website https://www.angelaknapp.co.uk

Also Rachel Sumner, Carla Taylor, Claire Passmore, Kathleen Laurel Sage and Sarah J Perry. More details on the website www.thimblestitch@Zoe's 

As you can see we have a lot of great workshops coming up! Thank you to all the people who are securing the future of Thimblestitch by adhering to the Terms and Conditions.  It is making things so much easier and I am able to book tutors and their accommodation with confidence!

Again please book early to avoid disapointment.

Just as I was going to press ..... a parcel arrived with Lewis and Irene's Winter garden so added just a selection, I can see lots of lovely skirts and dresses.

I know a lot of you already use the website link but did you know that we have a Facebook page?  Its worth liking it as you will be the first to see new stock, workshops, photos from workshops and sometimes last minute availability for courses if there is a late cancellation. You can also have the pleasure of adding comments to say how wonderful Th@Zs is and sharing to your friends!

Christmas Hours

Plenty of Warning ... Thimblestitch will closing on Friday 21st at 1pm and reopening Friday 4th of Jan 2019

Happy Sewing 

Zoë