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.

Saturday 27 May 2017

Brother Sewing Machine offers ending 31st May

Hello

Our current Brother Sewing Machine offers end on 31st May. If you are interested in any of the offers below or would like any information on any other sewing machines don't hesitate to contact us on 01207 565728 Tuesday- Saturday 10am-4pm. We are a Brother dealer and can offer you help and advie for choosing which sewing machine is best for you.


Offers ending 31st May

VR- Price reduced by £500 to £2999 OR a FREE metal stand & thread set.

Innov-is XV - Price reduced by £500 to £5999. PLUS a FREE premium upgrade package worth £329.99.

Innov-is F440E- FREE PED plus 2worth £349.

Innov-is F420 - choose from either a FREE quilt kit worth £149.99 OR a FREE Creative sewing pack and couture kit worth £144.98.

Innov-is 35 - FREE creative quilt kit worth £149.99.



Product of the Week

Hello

This weeks product of the week is our Rosalie Quinlan fabric packs.

Each pack contains 2 half metre pieces from the Rosalie Quinlan Grandmothers Garden Range and are £10.95 per pack.

These fabric packs are only available in store or over the phone. So call us on 01207 565728 or pop in.

Visit our Facebookage for images.

We hope to see you soon!

Friday 26 May 2017

Classes in June

Hello

Below is the list or classes for June.

Friday 2nd June
10:15am-2:30pm

Patchwork and Quilting Techniques

Tackling Broderie Perse in this session. Whilst it is french for Persian embroidery it is actually applique.
Take a floral fabric as seen in the photo and create a new design.
Simple fun and ideal for beginners.
Cost £17.

Friday 9th June
10:15am-2:30pm
String Along A Star cushion.

Learn how to do String Piecing whilst making this delightful Star Cushion.
A great way to use up your scraps.
Suitable for a beginner. Finished Size 15 x 15 inch.
Cost £17 includes pattern.

Friday 16th June
10:15am-2:30pm

Pleated Pineapple cushion


Pleated Patchwork gives dimension to quilting and it was made popular by the Victorians.
In the session we will explore the technique incorporating it into a cushion or you could make more and make a quilt. Cost £17.

Friday 23rd June
10:15am-12:30pm

Get to Know Your Sewing Machine

Learn how to get the best out of your sewing machine. £17,

1:15pm-3:15pm

Smocking with The Sewing Machine.


In this Class we will be exploring Sewing Machine Smocking.
This is a great technique which can be incorporated into Dressmaking, Home Decor etc.
Cost £15 includes information sheet.

Saturday 24th June
10:15am-2.30 pm

Discover Hand Quilting
Quilting by hand is a traditional pastime particularly in the North East. During the class you will be shown how to draft a pattern to the fabric, how to make a pattern fit to your project, how to hoop up the fabric and how to hand quilt. We will also discuss what needles and threads to use.

Included in the class will be an instructional leaflet which includes hints tips and a quilting template for you to take home. Suitable for beginners.

Workshops

Don't forget we run workshops through the week. Bring your own project along to get help and guidance or to have a chat with others while sewing,

Tuesday 10:15am-12:45 pm £6.50
Tuesday 10:15am-3pm £9.50
Wednesday 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Friday 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Friday 10:15am-3pm £9.50
Friday 1:15pm-3:15pm £6.50
Saturday 10:15am-12:45pm £6.50
Saturday 10:15am-2:30pm £9.50

For anymore information on any of the classes 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!

Newsletter

Hello

We have had a very busy and exciting day with New Fabrics arriving in store.

From Moda we have some beautiful 'Poetry Collection Wovens'. In amongst the muted colours is a lovelyblue and pink.  As you would expect from Moda the quality is amazing.

We also have had Moda 'Spellbound' arrive as well. The Pinks and Purples are really rich in colour.

In addition we have had a New Range in from Dashwood Fabrics. The range is called 'Confetti' and is perfect for Patchwork but I can see me making a new top or dress from these.

If you spend over £20 apply the Promotion Code MY20POUNDS it will reduce the Fabrics from £14 per metre to £12.60.

We have also had New Moda Bakery products in, True Blue is available as a Charm Pack, Jelly Roll orLayer cake.
We also have the Tana Lawn 'Regent Street' Jelly Roll, 'Corner of 5th& Fun' Jelly Roll and 'Thistle Farm' Jelly Roll.

We mentioned in the last Newsletter that the latest Book 'Imagine' was on its way from Nancy Halvorsen, well it arrived the next day and is now available for immediate delivery.

Kim is on Hochanda TV this Sunday 28th May with Six Penny Memories at 8am, 10am & 1pm.

Happy Sewing
Kim & the team at
The Fat Quarters


NEW FABRIC

Hello

We have just had a delivery of new fabrics from Moda and Dashwood Fabrics.

Moda

We have the Spellbound range with beautiful pinks and purples which is £14 per metre. We also have their Poetry wovens range which is £14 per metre.

Dashwood Fabric

We have the Confetti range from Dashwood Fabric which is bright and floral and is £14 per metre.

Visit our website and Facebook page for photos and to buy.

www.thefatquarters.co.uk

We hope to see you soon!

Tuesday 23 May 2017

Mandy Pattullo

Hello

We are pleased to announce that Mandy Pattullo will be back in November to do another session. In the upcoming session she will be teaching you how to embroider a robin onto a handkerchief. This will be a perfect gift for someone for Christmas.

The class is on Thursday 9th November, 10:15am-3:30pm and is £40.

If you are interested in this class don't delay as it is filling up quickly.

Call us on 01207 565728, pop in or visit our website using the link below.

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/mandy-pattullo-class-thursday-9th-november-2017-1015-330pm.ir

We hope to see you soon!

Product of the Week

Hello

Our new Product Of The Week is the new 'Imagine' book by Nancy Halvorsen.

The book is made up of 12 blocks with scenes from throughout the year such as snowmen for winter, hearts for Fenruary and a pumpkin for October. The different blocks can be made into one quilt which finishes at 66" x 85" .
Alternatively you can make the blocks into small hangings or cushion covers. You can also make banners (bunting) to hang around your home.

The book will take you trough each block with sizes, quantities and step by step guides . In the centre of the book Nancu has included the templates for each project. She has also written at the front which companies she has used for extra items such as buttons and hangers.

The book is £18.99 and we have limited stock available so don't miss out on this great book. Pop in store, call us on 01207 565728 or visit our website using the link below.

http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/imagine.ir

We hope to see you soon!

Friday 19 May 2017

NEW from Nutex

Hello

We've just received some new extra wide fabrics from Nutex.

We have three new fabrics available.

1) We have an olive green background with darker green spots on it. £16 per metre
2) One with a black background and Multi- coloured swirls. £13 per metre
3) A cream background with cream vines. £16 per metre.

All three of the fabrics are 110" wide. They are perfect for backings for quilts as they can be put on the back as one piece.


Visit our website or Facebook & Instagaram pages to see photos of the new fabrics.

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


We hope to see you soon!

New in from Moda!

Hello

We have had a delivery from Moda full of new Moda Bakery.

Thistle Farm

We have some Thistle Farm, by Kansas Trouble Quilters Jelly Rolls.

This Jelly Roll consists of 40 fabric strips. Each fabric strip measures 2½" x 45" (6.35 x 114cm).
Each Jelly Roll is £32.99.

Spring-A-Ling 

We have some Spring-A-Ling, American Jane Layer Cakes which have a mix of floral prints, spots and checks.

This layer cake comprises of 42 10" x 10" squares from the Spring-a-ling collection by American Jane for Moda Fabrics.
The Layer Cake is £32.99

True Blue

We have the new True Blue Collection by Brigitte Heitland for Zen Chic. Beautiful shades of blue, grey and creams with floral and line prints. We have charm packs which  have 42 5" squares which are £11.99. Jelly Rolls which have 40 2 1/2" strips which are 42" long and are £32.99. Layer Cakes which have 42 10" squares and are £32.99. 



MY 20 Pounds discount

Don't forget you will save 10% when you spend £20 or more. This means you will save 10% on Layer Cakes and Jelly rolls! You will also receive loyalty points for every £20 you spend as well as the discount. If you are shopping in store, the discount will be applied at the till. If you are shopping online enter the code 'MY20POUNDS' before you checkout. (Terms, conditions and exclusions apply)

Visit our website or Facebook page to see photos of the products. You can order over the phone on 01207 565728 or via our website. You can also pop in store. http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk/?searchStr=Moda+bakery&sub=Go%21

We hope to see you soon!

Tuesday 16 May 2017

Product Of The Week

Hello

This weeks product of the week is our Thimbleberries packs.

In each pack you get 3 half metre pieces of Thimbleberries fabric for only £15.95. There are a variety of different packs available. With every pack bought you will get a FREE Star Shine Square pattern worth £5.50.

The packs are only available in store or over the phone. There are photos on our Facebook page as well as a photo of the free pattern.

Pop in to our shop or call us on 01207 565728 for more information or to buy a pack.

We hope to see you soon!

Classes in May & June

Hello

This is our class list for the next couple of months, We have added a few extra classes in.
Our classes are held in our large studio attached to our shop. Most of the classes are taught by Kim who is part of the Sixpenny Memories team that some of you may have seen on the TV craft channel Hochanda. Kim has taught all over the UK and loves passing her expert knowledge of patchwork onto others. We keep our costs down to make sure that everyone is able to come along. We have disabled access, toilet facilities and lots of free parking outside of the shop. (Terms, conditions and exclusions apply, loyalty card is 1 point per £20 spend).

Friday 19th May

Garment Carrier 10:15am-2:30pm

Make a stylish garment carrier using only 1 layer cake. £17.

Beginners Overlocker 1:15pm-3pm

If you have an Overlocker and don't know where to start this is an ideal class for you. You will learn threading, maintaining and learn some of the useful functions of the Overlocker. Only £10.

Saturday 20th May

Garment Cartier 10:15am-2:30pm

Make a stylish garment carrier using only 1 layer cake. £17.

Tuesday 23rd May 
Pleated pineapple cushion 10:15am-2:30pm
Pleated Patchwork gives dimension to quilting and it was made popular by the Victorians.
In the session we will explore the technique incorporating it into a cushion or you could make more and make a quilt. Cost £17.

Friday 26th May

Get to Know Your Sewing Machine

If you want to get the most out of your machine, learn new techniques, discover what the feet can do and more then this is the perfect class, one of our most popular. Cost £17.

Saturday 27th May

Dressmaking 10:15am-12:45pm

Learn how to dressmake with our new teacher Wendy who has over 30 years experience. In each session you will learn a dressmaking technique and then get the chance to work on your own project. This months technique will be how to insert or alter a dart. All of this for only £10.

Friday 2nd June

Patchwork and Quilting techniques 10:15am-2:30pm
Tackling Broderie Perse in this session. Whilst it is french for Persian embroidery it is actually applique.
Simple fun and ideal for beginners.
Cost £17.

Friday 9th June

String Along A Star cushion 10:15am-2:30pm
Learn how to do String Piecing whilst making this delightful Star Cushion.
A great way to use up your scraps.
Suitable for a beginner. Finished Size 15 x 15 inch.
Cost £17 includes pattern.

Friday 16th June

Pleated pineapple cushion 10:15am-2:30pm
Pleated Patchwork gives dimension to quilting and it was made popular by the Victorians.
In the session we will explore the technique incorporating it into a cushion or you could make more and make a quilt. Cost £17.


Friday 23rd June

Get to know you sewing machine 10:15am-12:30pm

Learn how to make the most out of your sewing machine 

Smocking with the Sewinv Machine 1:15pm-3:15pm

In this Class we will be exploring Sewing Machine Smocking.
This is a great technique which can be incorporated into Dressmaking, Home Decor etc.
Cost £15 includes information sheet.

Saturday 24th June

Discover Hand Quilting 10:15am-2:30pm
Quilting by hand is a traditional pastime particularly in the North East. During the class you will be shown how to draft a pattern to the fabric, how to make a pattern fit to your project, how to hoop up the fabric and how to hand quilt. We will also discuss what needles and threads to use.

Included in the class will be an instructional leaflet which includes hints tips and a quilting template for you to take home. Suitable for beginners.

If you would like any more information on any of the classes or would like to book. Call us on 01207 565728 or visit our website.

We hope to see you soon! 



http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk

Friday 12 May 2017

Product of the Week

Hello

This weeks product of the week is our 'Cotton/Linen Blend Squares'.

We have 10 different designs on these cotton/linen squares. Each square is £2.00 and is 19.5"x19.5" .

You can use the squares for projects such as bags or incorporate them into quilts for a textured effect.

Designs available

- French Floral
-French Postcard
- Pink Roses
- French Sewing
- Red heart
- Green and white spot
- Angel Soap
- Strawberrys
- Musical
- Blue Leaves
- Nautical
- Blue Roses.

Visit our website for photos and to order via the link below.


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

Tuesday 9 May 2017

Garment Carrier Class

Hello

We have a 'Garment Carrier' class on Friday 19th May 10:15am-2:30pm or Saturday 20th May 10:15am-2:30pm.

If you watch Sixpenny Memories on Hochanda you may have seen the garment carrier. It's an ideal project to make for holidays and weddings to carry special garments in.

You will only need one Layer Cake to make the garment carrier which will finish at an approx size of 57" x 27".

During the class you will learn patchwork, how to insert a zip and other useful tips.

The class is £17.

For more information, photos or to book visit our website via the link below.


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

Saturday 6 May 2017

Beginners class

Hello
 We have added a new class for anyone who is a beginner to patchwork on July 8th, 10:15am-12:30pm.

In the class you will learn skills that you will put together to make a cushion. You will be covering piecing, decorative stitching, overcasting stitch and how to make an envelope back. You will go home with a finished cushion at the end of the class,
This class is ideal for anyone who would like to start patchworking and isn't sure how to begin.

The class is £15 which includes the fabrics to make the cushion.

For photos of the cushion visit our Facebook page using the link below.
https://en-gb.facebook.com/thefatquarters/


To book call us on 01207 565728.

We hope to see you soon!

New this week!

Hello

Just a little update about what's new in stock or back in stock this week.

We have Prym Spray Adhesive spray available at £12.50. (Please note this is only available in store).

Prym Professional Sewing Household scissors 

16.5cm Prym Sewing and Household Scissors.
A must have item for every home, these handy scissors can be used for both basic sewing and dressmaking as well as general household use.
£14.50

General Purpose Pinking Shears

7 1/2" pinking shears. Use to cut "pinked" zig zag edges that resist fraying. £21.99. 

Supplement to click box

Add more onto your Prym Click Boxes with a 2L supplement. Ideal for keeping your sewing kit tidy and everything in one place. £4.95.


Hangers

16" 3 heart hanger £21.99.

12" 3 heart hanger £14.80.

12" heart top hanger £5.25.

6" wire hanger with dowell £5.25 each.

To have a look at these and all of our other products, pop into our shop or visit our website using the link below.
http://www.thefatquarters.co.uk

We hope to see you soon!

Wednesday 3 May 2017

Product of the Week

Hello

Just a little update on this weeks 'Product of the Week' which is Prym Adhesive Spray.

Ideal for quick positioning of fabric layers.
Fabric and paper can be easily repositioned.
Does not gum up needles.
The excess can be removed with water and soap.

The spray can be used for quilts and for small projects instead of pinning to things in place.

It is £12.50 per can which is  250ml.

Available in store only.