We are a patchwork and quilting supplies shop based in Blackhall Mill (about 8 miles outside Newcastle Upon Tyne). Originally established in August 2005 we provide a wide range of quilting and patchwork related goods and services.

Friday 27 October 2017

Product Of The Week, Sew Saturday and more!

Hello!!

Sew Saturday

We had a great day on Saturday celebrating Sew Saturday! Lots of people came to see demos, take part in our raffle and get discounts. We had a lot of new faces as well as some of our regular customers and everyone loved chatting about what projects they are doing and what they are going to do next. We had some great entry's to our dog show. Our winners are Cath Cuthbertson, Meghan  and Ciara. Well done to our winners and to everyone who took part! We hope to see you all soon at one of our classes or in store.

McCalls Catalouge

The new McCalls Catalouge is now about with lots of new dressmaking patterns for the whole family. All patterns are half price until 4th November. Pop in to have a browse.

SixPenny Memories

Don't miss Kim and Debbie, SixPenny Memories on Hochanda TV this Sunday at 7am & 10am.

Loyalty Scheme

Don't forget if you are shopping on our website to use code 'MY20POUNDS' before you checkout to save 10%! Ifyou as shopping in store or over the phone the discount will be automatically applied. (Terms, conditions & exclusions apply)


Product Of The Week

This weeks product of  the week is the 'Seams to me' book by  Anna Marie Horner.
Admired fabric designer Anna Maria Horner draws on her passion for art, sewing, and textiles to inspire one-of-a-kind projects
Anna Maria Horner's signature style combines the techniques of a seasoned sewer with the vision of an artist. In Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing, she walks you through the fundamentals, offering practical advice on everything from fabric selection to color choices to choosing and buying a sewing machine. Simple step-by-step instructions show you how to turn her designs into fanciful creations:

Sideways Squares Skirt
Prairie Blouse
Full Contact Cooking Apron
PlayingAlong Quilt
Doggie Dreams Bed
And so much more!
Vivid full-color photographs and designs will invite you into the creative process. Whether you're a beginner or a veteran, the twenty-four projects in this beautiful book will transform your home and wardrobe into a collection of unique treasures. 


Only £15!! Rrp £19.99

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/seams-to-me-by-anna-marie-horner.ir


We hope everyone has a lovely weekend and we hope to see you soon!

Our latest Newsletter

Hello

Last Saturday we had a brilliant 'Sew Saturday' event and thank everyone who came to visit the shop.

This week we have had a delivery of Moda Jelly Rolls, the choice is amazing and remember in store and on the website you will get 10% off using the MY20POUNDS Promotion Code (Some exclusions apply)

We have some new Classes added to the list for November including, Patchwork & Quilting Techniques, on Friday 3rd November; Mandy Pattullo is with us on Thursday 9th November making an adorable Robin design just in time for Christmas and we have added our Christmas Surprise Classes on various dates throughout the month starting on Friday 17th November, and finishing on Saturday 2nd December.

Also we have an Embroidery Machine Class on Friday 10th November and a Free Class on Saturday 18th November when you can come along and catch up with old friends.

If you are looking for a Sewing/Embroidery machine or an Overlocker contact us for some amazing offers from Brother and in store.

We also have a Longarm Quilting Service, turn that Patchwork top into an heirloom. Contact us for more details.

Kim is on Hochanda TV this Sunday 29th November at 7am and 10am, hope you can join her.

Happy sewing from
Kim & the team.

Our latest class list

Hello,

Here is our latest class list for the next couple of months. If you are interested in any of the classes you can book on our website, over the phone on 01207 565728 or in store.

November

Friday 3rd 10:15am-2:30pm- Patchwork & Quilting Techniques

In this session we will be playing with Triangles; using Equilateral, Isosceles and Pre – Cuts, and experimenting with blocks. Cost £17.

Thursday 9th 10:15am-3:30pm- Mandy Pattullo

During the class she will be showing you how to Embroider a Robin, perfect for Christmas to keep or give as a gift. Cost £40.

Friday 10th 10:15am-12:45pm - Appliqué in the hoop using an Embroidery Machine

Get more from your Embroidery Machine or if you are thinking of buying an Embroidery machine, you will be shown how to prepare the fabrics for the simple appliqué and then stitch out the design.Ideal for beginners. Cost £10.

Friday 17th 10:15am-2:30pm - Christmas Surprise

One of my favourite classes, please do not ask what the project is, because it is a surprise. What is guaranteed is that it will be fun, a new project and will include all of the fabrics etc to complete it. In addition there will be Mince Pies & Christmas Fun. Cost £25

Saturday 18th 10:15am-12:45pm- Selfish Sewing

So often life takes over and we are so busy doing other things that we forget to have time to sew. The Selfish Sewing Session is a great opportunity to catch up with or finish off old projects or just start something you have wanted to do.
Everyone is invited for coffee, cake a catch up and a little sewing. FREE CLASS.

To book your place please ring the shop on 01207 565728 Tuesday to Saturday between 10am to 4pm.

Tuesday 21st 10:15am-2:30pm - Christmas Surprise


One of my favourite classes. Please do not ask what the project is, because it is a surprise. What is guaranteed is that it will be fun, a new project and will include all of the fabrics etc to complete it. In addition there will be Mince Pies & Christmas Fun. Cost £25

Wednesday 22nd 10:15am-2:30pm- Christmas Surprise

One of my favourite classes. Please do not ask what the project is, because it is a surprise. What is guaranteed is that it will be fun, a new project and will include all of the fabrics etc to complete it. In addition there will be Mince Pies & Christmas Fun. Cost £25

Saturday 25th 10:15am-12:45pm - Dressmaking

Have you ever fancied making your own clothes? Come along to our Dressmaking classes with Wendy. The class is ideal for beginners and for those with some dressmaking experience. In each session you will learn a dressmaking skill or technique. After this you will be able to work on your own project with Wendy's help and guidance. All of this for only £10! 

December

Friday 1st 1:30pm- 3:30pm- Overlocker: Beginners and Beyond

If you have recently bought and Overlocker or have had yours for a while and would like to know how to get started this class will be perfect for you! Learn how to thread your Overlocker and learn about the different useful functions of the Overlocker. £10.

Saturday 2nd 10:15am-2:30pm- Christmas surprise

One of my favourite classes. Please do not ask what the project is, because it is a surprise. What is 
guaranteed is that it will be fun, a new project and will include all of the fabrics etc to complete it. In addition there will be Mince Pies & Christmas Fun. Cost £25


Workshops 

We also have workshops on. Come along and make your own project, Kim will be here for help and guidance if you need any. It's a great chance for you to have a chat with other people about what they are making and get ideas for future projects. Our times for workshops are;

Tuesday - 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Tuesday- 10:15am-3pm £9.50
Tuesday- 1:15pm-3pm £6.50
Tuesday - 6pm- 8:30pm £6.50 (please note this class is fortnightly )

Wednesday- 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50

Friday- 10:15am- 12:45pm £6.50
Friday- 10:15am-3pm £9.50
Friday- 1:15pm-3pm £6.50

Saturday- 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50.

Don't hesitate to contact us for further information on any of the classes or workshops.

We hope to see you soon!




Saturday 21 October 2017

Sew Saturday, Savings and NEW Moda!

Hello

I hope everyone has a lovely weekend planned. I just thought I would give you a little update on what's been happening this week.

Sew Saturday

Today is SEW SATURDAY! It's been a busy week getting prepped for our day of demos and getting the studio full of our beautiful quilts. We also have Book Signings with Sixpenny Memories at 11am, 1pm & 2:30pm. Bring along your Sixpenny Memories books to be Signed by Kim & Debbie.

New Moda Bakery

We have a new Moda Bakery collection now available- Fragile, designed by Zen Chic. Available in Charm Pack £12.50 , Layer Cake £33.99 & Jelly Roll £33.99. Beaitiful greys, creams and yellows. Available in store, over the phone and on our website.

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Fragile&sub=Go%21


25% OFF

To celebrate Sew Saturday we have 25% OFF fabrics, fat packs and panels. don't miss out on great savings, get sorted for Halloween, Christmas and more! The offer is on until 4pm in store today and until midnight Monday on our website.
http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk

We hope that everyone enjoys Sew Saturday and we hope to see you soon!

Friday 20 October 2017

Our latest newsletter


Hello

We have been busy working towards our 'Sew Saturday' Event in store. Celebrating bricks and mortar stores throughout the UK we are pleased to once again be involved with the event.

In store throughout the day there will be demonstrations, book signings by Kim & Debbie from Six Penny Memories, a Free Raffle, Pattern giveaways and a Daisy the Dachshund Dog show with prizes.

FREE Sew Magazines and a 25% SALE on all FabricsFabric Panels and Fat Quarter Fat Packs until midnight on Monday 23rd October 2017.

Not to disappoint our customers who are not able to visit the store we will be including anyone who makes a purchase, either over the telephone or via our website, in the Discounts, Raffle and Free Pattern Giveaways.

We are also pleased to announce that The Fat Quarters has been nominated in the British Craft Awards for best shop in the North of England and Six Penny Memories for the Best Independent Pattern House.

Voting is open now and your support would be appreciated. We hope you can spare a few moments to give us your vote.

Follow our Sew Saturday event on Facebook or Instagram.

Happy Sewing

Kim & The Team


Thursday 19 October 2017

SEW SATURDAY THIS WEEKEND!

Hello everyone!

Just to remind you all that Sew Saturday is this Saturday. We will be open 10am-4pm with demos, a free raffle, book signings with SixPenny Memories and lots more! Come along and celebrate sewing shops with us! We hope to see you there!

Tuesday 17 October 2017

This weeks a product Of The Week


Hello,

It's Tuesday again! Which means a NEW product of the week! 

Product of the week


This weeks 'Product of the week' is our 'Sew Saturday' kits! 

Celebrate Sew Saturday with our Daisy Dachshund kits.

Daisy Dachshund square cushion kit, available in pink or blue £12.99

Daisy & Friends cushion, £13.99

Daisy dog kit, available in purple or green, £9.99

Daisy felt dog, £4.99

Daisy Dachshund pin cushion £4.99

Each kit is available instore, on our website and over the phone. 

Don't forget to enter your Daisy dog into our dog show on Saturday 21st October, entrants must be here before 1:50pm. 

Follow the link below to shop! 




We hope to see you soon! 


Saturday 14 October 2017

Hello!

Its the end of another busy week here at The Fat Quarters! We hope you all have a weekend of sewing & patchwork planned!

Sew Saturday

This time next week will be our Sew Saturday event! We hope you can all come along and celebrate bricks and mortar patchwork shops. There will be demos, discounts, a free raffle, a book signing with Six Penny Memories and lots more! The shop will be open 10am-4pm so come along and have a cuppa and a chat. We are looking forward to welcoming everyone to celebrate this special event.

If you have bought one of our Sew Saturday Daisy Dachshund kits and would like to enter into our dog show, entrees must be here before 1:50pm on Saturday 21st October (sew Saturday).


Workshops

Are you working on a project and would like some guidance? Or do you just like to sew and chat? Our workshops would be perfect for you. We have a dedicated studio which has enough room for up to 16 people. There will be tea & coffee on arrival and at breaks during the day. We have irons & ironing boards for you to use, plenty of plug sockets for your sewing machines and our shop is full of everything you may need incase you forget anything. We have parking just outside the shop and we are on a bus route from Newcastle city centre, the Metro Centre, Blaydon & Consett. We don't ask you to sign up for a block booking, you can come as little or as often if you want, just give us a call and we will book you in.

If you would like any further information call us on 01207 565728.

Our workshop times are

Tuesday- 10:15am-12:45pm- £6.50
Tuesday- 10:15am -3pm- £9.50
Tuesday- 1:15pm-3pm- £6.50
Tuesday- 6:30pm-8:30pm- £6.50 (please note this class is fortnightly)

Wednesday- 10:15am-12:45pm- £6.50

Friday- 10:15am-12:45pm- £6.50
Friday- 10:15am - 3pm- £9.50
Friday- 1:15pm-3pm- £6.50

Saturday- 10:15am-12:45pm- £6.50

Loyalty Scheme

Don't forget you will save 10% when you spend £20 or more instore or on our website. If you are shopping in store the discount will be applied at the till. If you are shopping on our website enter code 'MY20POUNDS' before you check out.
(Terms, conditions & exclusions apply)

We hope you all have a lovely weekend and hope to see you soon!

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk


Thursday 12 October 2017

Aurifil!!

Hello

Aurifil threads are back in stock! Neutrals such as cream, white & grey that are perfect for sewing & quilting.

Large spool of 50 wt. 100% cotton mako thread

Each spool contains 1422 yards(1300m) of thread.

50 wt. thread is the finest thread from Aurifil, perfect for quilting,
bobbin fill, embroidery and more.

Aurifil threads are made in Italy.

Available in store, online & over the phone. 

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Aurifil+&sub=Go%21

We hope to see you soon!

November class list

Hello

We have added in some classes for November.

Friday 3rd- Patchwork & Quilting Technqiues
10:15am-2:30pm

In this session we will be playing with Triangles; using Equilateral, Isosceles and Pre – Cuts, and experimenting with blocks. Cost £17.

Thursday 9th- Mandy Pattullo
10:15am-3:30pm

Mandy Pattullo will be back to teach her Embroidered Robin class. Perfect for Christmas! Book early to avoid disappointment as Mandy's classes fill up quickly. Cost £40.

Friday 10th - Embroidery Machine, Applqiue in the Hoop
10:15am-12:45pm

Get more from your Embroidery Machine or if you are thinking of buying an Embroidery machine, you will be shown how to prepare the fabrics for the simple appliqué and then stitch out the design.Ideal for beginners. Cost £10.

Saturday 18th- Selfish Sewing
10:15am-12:45pm

So often life takes over and we are so busy doing other things that we forget to have time to sew. The Selfish Sewing Session is a great opportunity to catch up with or finish off old projects or just start something you have wanted to do.
Everyone is invited for coffee, cake a catch up and a little sewing. FREE CLASS.

To book your place please ring the shop on 01207 565728 Tuesday to Saturday between 10am to 4pm.

Tuesday 21st- Xmas Surprise 
10:15am-2:30pm

One of my favourite classes. Please do not ask what the project is, because it is a surprise. What is guaranteed is that it will be fun, a new project and will include all of the fabrics etc to complete it. In addition there will be Mince Pies & Christmas Fun. Cost £25

Wednesday 22nd- Xmas Surprise
10:15am-2:30pm

One of my favourite classes. Please do not ask what the project is, because it is a surprise. What is guaranteed is that it will be fun, a new project and will include all of the fabrics etc to complete it. In addition there will be Mince Pies & Christmas Fun. Cost £25

Friday 24th- Xmas Surprise
10:15am-2:30pm

One of my favourite classes. Please do not ask what the project is, because it is a surprise. What is guaranteed is that it will be fun, a new project and will include all of the fabrics etc to complete it. In addition there will be Mince Pies & Christmas Fun. Cost £25

Workshops


Don't forget we also have our workshops running throughout the month as well where you can come and work on your own project with help and guidance if you need it. Perfect for socialising and sewing at the same time. The workshop times are
Tuesday- 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Tuesday- 10:15am-3pm £9:50
Tuesday- 1:15pm-3pm £6.50
Tuesday- 6:30-8:30 £6.50 (please note this class is on every fortnight NOT every week)

Wednesday- 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50

Friday- 10:15am-12:45pm- £6.50
Friday- 10:15am- 3pm- £9.50
Friday- 1:15pm-3pm- £6.50

Saturday-
10:15am -12:45pm £6.50.

For more information on any of our classes and workshops or to book, call us on 01207 565728 or visit our website using the link below.

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Classes&sub=Go%21

We hope to see you soon!

Wednesday 11 October 2017

What's happening this week

Hello

We've started our week off with a busy workshop today with everyone doing their own thing.

Product Of The Week

Our Product of the week this week is our cotton lace. Available in 2 sizes, Large is £5 per 2 metres and is 2cm wide. Small is £3.50 per 2 metres and is 1cm wide. Perfect for adding to projects, wrapping presents and lots more! They are available in store, over the phone and on our website via the link below.

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Cotton+lace&sub=Go%21

Back in stock

We have the Duroedge 12" x 12" rotating cutting mats back in stock. £22.99. Don't forget you will save 10% when you spend over £20!

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Duroedge&sub=Go%21



Classes this week

Friday- workshop - 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Friday- Sew Saturday class- FREE class when you buy one of the Sew Saturday kits. 10:15am-12:45pm
Friday- workshop- 1:15pm-3:30pm £6.50
Saturday - workshop- 10:15am-12:45 £6.50
Saturday- Hand Quilting class- 10:15am-2:30pm- £15.

Visit our website for more information or contact us on 01207 565728.
http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Classes&sub=Go%21

Loyalty card & Discount

Don't forget to have you loyalty card with you when you come into the shop. If you don't have one you can get one when you are at the till. For every £20 you spend you will get 1 loyalty point. As you go along the card you will hit 3 £5 vouchers and at the end you will get the £20 voucher. You will also save 10% when you spend £20 or more in store and online. If shopping in store you will automatically get the discount at the till. If you are shopping on our website, put code 'MY20POUNDS'  before you check out.

Six Penny Memories on TV

Don't miss Kim & Debbie on TV tomorrow (Thursday 12th October) at 7am and ; 10am on Hochanda. Available on Freeview channel 85, Sky channel 663 &; Freesat channel 817.


We hope to see you soon !


Tuesday 10 October 2017

Brother Offers for Knitting & Stitching show at Akexander Palace

Hello

We have some Brother promotions that are on while the the Knitting &; Stitching Exhibition is on at Alexandra Palace.

If you would like more information on any of the offers or any other Brother Sewing machine call us on 01207 565728 and speak to Kim.

V7- £500 off, only £3999, plus FREE Multi function foot control & FREE wide table.
V5- FREE PED 10 software.
VQ2- £300 off only £1699 plus FREE wide table.
NV2600- FREE PED PLUS 2 software and FREE embroidery thread set.
F480- FREE PED PLUS 2 software.
NV800E- £300 off now £999.
F440E- FREE PED PLUS 2 software.
NV1300- £50 off only £849 plus FREE Quilt Pack.
NV1100- £50 off only £699 plus FREE Quilt pack.

These offers are valid from Wednesday 11th October - Sunday 15th October.

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Brother+sewing+machines&sub=Go%21


Saturday 7 October 2017

Sew Saturday

Don't forget to put our Sew Saturday celebrations in your diary for 21st September. 

We will have a FREE raffle with every purchase, FREE pattern with every purchase of fabric while stocks last, a Daisy dog show which will be judged by Six Penny Memories, a book signing with Six Penny Memories, discounts and tea, coffee & cake. 

Here is the itinerary for the day. 

Shop opens 10am. 
10:30am- Machine appliqué demo
11am- Book signing with Six Penny Memories
11:30am- Intro to stitching on the Overlocker demo.
12:30pm- Circle & Dresden ruler demo. ( includes pattern)
1pm- Book signing with SixPenny Memories.
1:30pm- Binding the easy way demo.
2pm- Daisy Dog show judged by Six a Penny Memories
2:15pm- Tissue holder demo (includes pattern) 
2:30pm- Book Signing with Six Penny Memories
2:45pm- Lets talk Interfacings demo.
4pm- shop closes. 


We hope you can come along! 

Friday 6 October 2017

New Moda, McCalls, Makower & Classs

Hello! 

We have had a busy week of deliveries this week! 

Moda Bakery

We had a delivery from Moda this morning with a new Moda bakery collection- the Ann's Arbor collection by Minick & Simpson. Available in Charm pack £12.50, Layer Cake £33.99 and Jelly Roll £33.99. 

Back in stock 

We have got a Osnaburg, tea-dyed muslin, Quilting gloves and Bobbin Boxs back in stock. 

McCalls patterns

It's time for McCalls 1/2 price sale again! All of the patterns in their dressmaking catalogue are half price! Get dressmaking patterns for all of the family. Pop in to have a look at their catalogue.

Makower

We have had a delivery from Makower full of beautiful creams, whites and neutrals as well as a beautiful solid red perfect for Christmas patterns. Pices from only £10 per metre. 

Classes coming up this month

Saturday 7th - Sew Saturday class- 2pm-4pm.

Buy one of our Sew Saturday kits and get the class FREE! 

Friday 13th - Sew Saturday class 10:15am-12:30pm 

Buy one of our sew Saturday kits and get the class FREE! 

Saturday 14th October- Discover Hand Quilting- 10:15am-12:30pm £15.

Come along and learn how to Hand quilt. 

Friday 27th October - Get to know your Sewing machine- 10:15am-12:30pm £17

In this class you will learn how to make the most out of your Sewing Machine. 

Saturday 28th October- Dressmaking- 10:15am-12:45pm £10

If you have ever fancied dressmaking or have some dressmaking experience we have classes on the last Saturday of each month. In each session, Wendy our Dressmaking teacher will teach you a dressmaking technique or skill such as how to insert a zip, inserting a dart and how to make a pattern fit your shape. After this you will get time to work on your own garment with help and guidance along the way. All of this for only £10! 

Thurday 9th November - Mandy Pattullo- 10:15am-3:30pm- £40. 

Mandy will be back in November with her Christmas Robin class. Perfect for a gift for Christmas! 

For any more information on any of our classes call us on 01207 565728 or visit our website, www.thefatquarters.co.uk

Loyalty Card & Discount

Don't forget about our Loyalty card! Collect 1 point for every £20 you spend! Also save 10% when you spend £20 or more! The discount will be automatically applied at the till or if you are shopping online enter the code 'MY20POUNDS' before you checkout. (Terms, conditions and exclusions apply) 

We hope to see you soon! 








Tuesday 3 October 2017

Macmillan, Reunion & more

Hello

Another new week here at The Fat Quarters.

Macmillan Coffee Mornings

We had very successful Macmillan coffee mornings last week with a grand total of £221.01! We would like to thank everyone who donated and took part in our raffle!

Our raffle winners are

Esther Robson- Date & Walnut cake
Sharon James- Fox's Biscuits
Mavis Maxwell- Amy Butler book
Joanne Tonothy- Fatpack
Lynne Gilfillan- Candle
Mandy Reed- Facial/ pamper vouchers.

Well done to all of the winners! Please pop in to collect your prizes!


Product Of The Week

We have a NEW product of the week again this week, the Clover "Quick YoYo makers'"

 This weeks 'Product Of The Week' is the Clover "quick yo-yo maker". Available in 3 sizes.
Jumbo- finished size 3.5"/90mm- £5.50
Extra Large- finished size 2 3/8- 60mm  £5.10
Large Oval- finished 1 3/4" x 3"- 45mm x 75mm- £8.40.

Each one is a quick and easy way to make yo-yo's and comes with simple instructions on how to make them. Perfect for adding to bags, cushions and lots more!
Available on our website, in the shop and over the phone.

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Yo+yo&sub=Go%21


Class Reunion

We have a class reunion on Saturday 18th November 10:15am-12:45pm. The class will be a FREE class! If you used to come or would like to start coming this is the perfect opportunity to come along, have a catch up with a coffee and cake and get some projects finished. For more information or to book, call us on 01207 565728.


We hope to see you soon!





NEW Brother Sewing Machine Offers!

Hello

We have some NEW Brother Sewing Machine offers available from 1st October - 31st December 2017.

We have some NEW Brother Sewing UK offers now available!

Innov-is XV- Price REDUCED by £500 to £5999 plus FREE Premium upgrade package worth £329.99!

Innov-is V3- FREE Premium pack & Embroidery foot with LED worth £297.98.

Innov-is 1800Q- Price REDUCED by £300 to £999!

Innov-is F420- choose from either a FREE creative quilt kit OR FREE Creative Sewing Kit & Couture kit.

Innov-is 27SE- FREE creative quilt kit worth £149.99.

For more information or to buy, call us on 01207 565728 or pop in and see us.

 We hope to see you soon!

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Brother&sub=Go%21