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Sashiko is a traditional Japanese stitching technique that was born in the Northern area of Japan hundreds of years ago. Stitched with cotton thread Sashiko was used to strengthen fabric and for heat retention. Over the centuries this practical skill became more decorative eventually becoming a folk art.
Olympus Sashiko Thread (Solid or Variegated)
Made from the finest 100% Egyptian cotton, Olympus thread comes in 44 yard skeins and is available in #ST-0001 white /#ST-0002 off white / #ST-0011 navy blue / #ST-0015 red.
Olympus Sashiko Thread, Solid $5.95 (specify colour & code)
Variegated Sashiko Thread is available in #ST-0053 pink / #ST-0072 seafoam / #ST-0074 primary.
Olympus Sashiko Thread, Varigated $6.25 (specify code & colour)
Clover Sashiko Needles
Each package contains 8 needles, 4 different sizes.
Clover Sashiko Needles #CL-2007, $6.95
Clover Leather Thimble
Made of leather, this thimble will not accidentally sever the thread, and is easy to get accustomed to. Excellent for Sashiko. In case it does not fit, simply adjust the string to fit your finger size.
Clover Leather Thimble #CL-612, $6.50
Clover Adjustable Ring Thimble with Plate
Designed for long-running stitches using a long needle or Sashiko. (One size fits all).
Clover Adjustable Ring Thimble with Plate #CL-611, $6.95
"Hera" Marker
Easy to handle tracing spatula allows for placing efficient pressure when marking on fabric. The traditional method for marking Sashiko patterns.
"Hera" Marker #490/NV, $8.95
 Optional marking tools for Sashiko:
"White Marking Pen" #CL-517, $9.50 for medium and dark fabrics.
"Mechanical Pencil" #CL-5014, $11.95 for light fabrics. Includes refills.
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Locker Hooking |
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"Kathleen's Fabric Locker Hooking" Book
Traditional Locker Hooking first developed in England during the 1900's to make wool rugs has become a very popular folk art today. The technique used burlap and carded sheep's wool but thanks to Kathleen Carpenter, author of this wonderful book we are using cotton fabric which makes the rugs durable and best of all washable. Kathleen's first book offers excellent instructions and great projects.
"Kathleen's Fabric Locker Hooking" Book #MCG-38550, $24.95
Locker Hooking Tool
A Locker Hook measures 6" and is identified by the crochet hook on one end and a large needle-eye on the other end. This light-weight aluminum tool makes the loops in the rug and secures the string. Non-corrosive.
Locker Hook, #MCG-38590, $6.95
Latch Hook Rug Canvas
The base for Locker Hooked rugs, this mesh canvas has 3.75 squares per inch, is 60" wide and becomes very pliable when handled. The canvas will not distort as you work your pattern.
Latch Hook Rug Canvas, #MCG-Canvas, $16.95 per meter
Locker Hooking Twine
Made from 100% cotton to prevent stretching this twine is pre-cut into 1 yard lengths for easy use. Each package contains 100 yards.
Locker Hooking String, #MCG-38592, $3.95
 "Christmas With Kathleen's Fabric Locker Hooking" Book
This Christmas Locker Hooking book is chock full of wonderful holiday designs for not only rug making but simple projects such as tablerunners, stockings, wall hangins, hot plates, and more.
"Christmas With Kathleen"s Fabric Locker Hooking" Book #B38552, $24.95
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Books & Patterns |
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 "Bird Brain" Wall Hanging Pattern
Bring this whimsical bird to life with 3-D fabric "feathers", beads and fuzzy wool. The latest design by Dougal Ann Walker of "The Freckles Collection", "Bird Brain" measures 28" x 24½" finished, making it an excellent gift project for someone special or for yourself. Excellent for using up small scraps.
"Bird Brain" Pattern #AP313, $12.95
"Tumbling Maple Leaves" Tablerunner Pattern
Finished size: 20" x 46"
Enhance your decor by creating a unique tablerunner with as few as two fabrics, or multiple prints for a very different look. Dianne Stevenson shows you how to redefine a traditional block using fabric manipulation to give it a contemporary flair.
"Tumbling Maple Leaves" Pattern #BL/CROW-101, $11.25
 "What Shape Is This? Quilt Pattern
Finished size: 40" x 50"
Create this multi-coloured quilt for yourself or as a fun gift for that special person who loves lots of colour. Dougal Ann Walker of "The Freckles Collection" has given you the perfect opportunity to use up those scraps of fabric that pile up so much. Instructions for needle-turn appliqué is included however you have the option of using machine appliqué.
"What Shape Is This? Pattern #AP312, $10.95
 "Rag Time" Quilt Pattern
Finished size before washing: 49" x 63"
Rag quilts are very popular and this pattern lends itself perfectly for that fun and easy technique. 9 - 18 different flannels, woven cotton or even denims, fabrics that fray nicely, are used to get the best results. Size and yardage is also given for a large throw and crib size rag quilt.
"Rag Quilt" Pattern #P265, $12.95
 "More Retro Aprons" Pattern/Book
'Aprons, aprons, aprons ... I just can't stop making aprons! And hopefully, neither can you', says Cindy Taylor Oates. This fun, retro pattern/book contains sizes small - extra large and 6 different styles to choose from.
More Retro Aprons, #TMB-167, $19.75
 "Little Retro Aprons For Kids" Pattern/Book
'Aprons have gone beyond their original purpose to become a fashion statement. In this book you will find a variety of aprons that will have your favourite child ready for cooking, gardening or any other messy activity. Sizes 4 - 12 are included plus an apron for a 18" doll.
"Little Retro Aprons For Kids" Pattern/Book #TMB-166, $19.75
 "Any Season Robe" Pattern/Book
'Here we go again ... another excuse to buy beautiful fabric. A new robe that is so cute ... so comfortable ... so flattering, you might say to yourself "Well ... I could have gotten dressed, but I look so darn cute in my new robe, why should I? Multipul design options included as well as accessories. Sizes from XS - XXL included.
"Any Season Robe" Pattern/Book #TMB-168, $19.75
 "Autumn Magic" Quilt Pattern
Finished size: 38" x 44¼"
Stitchery elves and fairies paint and play in the autumn leaves. Raw edge appliqué and varigated threads give a natural look to the leaves. Designed by Dougal Ann Walker of "The Freckles Collection".
"Autumn Magic" Pattern #ST129, $14.95
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Notions |
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"Omnigrid" Rulers
Preferred by quilters "Omnigrid" Rulers are made from heavy-duty, premium quality acrylic and laser cut for a smooth edge. Unsurpassed accuracy, maintains plus or minus .002 inch and are designed for right or left-handed use. The black & white site lines make for easy reading and measuring on light or dark fabrics.
1" x 6" Ruler #OMNI-1, $3.95
1" x 12" Ruler #OMNI-1C, $6.95
4" Square #OMNI-4G, $8.50
6" x 12" Ruler #OMNI-RN12, $18.50
6" x 24" Ruler #OMNI-RN24, $28.95
6 ½" Square #OMNI-RN65, $14.50
8 ½" x 24" Ruler #OMNI-8524, $31.95
9 ½" Square #OMNI-R95, 12 ½" Square #OMNI-125, $28.95
15" Square #OMNI-15, $34.00
"Olfa" Rotary Cutters
Invented in 1979, the Olfa Rotary Cutter has become the cutter of choice for today's quilter. Available in 4 sizes the tungsten steel blade ensures a razor sharp edge for quick, easy & accurate cutting.
Small Rotary Cutter, 28mm #RTY-1/G, $21.95
Standard & most popular Cutter, 45mm #RTY-2/G, $25.50
Largest Rotary Cutter, 60mm #RTY-3/G, $39.95
Replacement Blades: Small Blade #RB28-2, $11.00 / Standard Blade #RB45-1, $11.00 / Large Blade #RB60-1, $16.00
"Olfa" Mat Boards
"Olfa" rotary mats are self-healing, professional-quality mats designed especially for use with Olfa rotary cutters. Double sided with yellow grid lines on one side.
12" x 18" Mat Board #RM-CG, $23.95
18" x 24" Mat Board #RM-SG, $39.50
24" x 36" Mat Board #RM-MG, $75.00
 "Roxanne's Glue-Baste-It"
This water-soluble basting glue will temporarily hold fabrics until moistened or washed. The handy applicator controls the dots of glue.
"Roxanne's Glue-Baste-It" #GB1, $13.95
"Best Press" Spray Starch
Our teachers swear by this product as a convenient way to prepare your fabrics for quilting. Makes ironing much easier, relaxes stubborn wrinkles, is odorless, acid-free and leaves no residue.
"Best Press" Starch #BPL-UN, $11.25
"505" Spray And Fix
This temporary fabric adhesive is perfect for sandwiching quilts without the use of pins. Simply spray on the batting before layering your fabrics. "505" is odorless, colourless and will not stain your fabrics.
"505" Spray And Fix #505, $18.50
 "Clover" Mini Iron Gift Set
The small size of the iron makes it perfect for Foundation Piecing, "Quick Bias" in Stained Glass Quilting, Appliquéing, pressing seams and so much more. The Gift Set includes iron, free cooling tote bag and stand.
"Clover" Mini Iron Gift Set, #MCI-900, $42.00
 "Bobbin Saver" & "Grabbit"
The "Bobbin Saver" holds small or large bobbins, either plastic or metal. Pliable plastic construction keeps any size bobbin in place, even if upside down. Holds 30 small or 20 large bobbins. The "Grabbit" is a wonderfully handy way of keeping your pins under control. A strong magnet prevents spillage in your sewing room.
"Bobbin Saver" #GR-BS, $9.95
"Grabbit" #GR-1, $14.50
 Crushed Glass
Crushed glass is an excellent filler for pin cushions. The glass keeps needles and pins sharp, rust-free and free of the residue left by other fillings. Available in 350 ml. bags (1 1/3 cups), more than enough to fill a standard pin cushion. An very simple "Pin Cushion" Pattern/Kit is available to try out your crushed glass.
Crushed Glass #BOB-28, $2.95 per bag
"Pin Cushion" Pattern/Kit #K-296, $5.95
Plastic Pellets
Used as a filler for craft projects such as doll making and teddy bears. Another popular idea is to weigh down quilts for special-needs kids. Available in 1 1/2 pound bags.
Plastic Pellets #Pellets, $4.50 / bag
Paper Pieces
English Paper Piecing is a time-honoured method for easy and extremely accurate quilting. By using these precut Paper Pieces, you have eliminated one-half of the tracing and cutting involved in this type of quilting.
1/2" Hexagons #HEX050, 3/4" Hexagons #HEX075, 1" Hexagons #HEX100, 1 1/4" Hexagons #HEX125, 1 1/2" Hexagons #HEX150, 2" Hexagons #HEX200
$6.95 per package
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"Warm & Natural" Needled Cotton Batting
20% Polyester & 80% Cotton
Create magnificent quilts, decorative wall hangings, tablerunners, wearable art ... ideal for any creative project. Warm & Natural will not separate, bunch or beard, and can be quilted up to 10" apart. Available in natural or white (Warm & White) and various widths. This low-loft batting contains no resins or glue making it excellent for baby quilts. Shrinkage will be 3% with first washing only.
Warm & Natural, 96" wide, #WARM-2131, $14.50 per meter
Warm & Natural, 124" wide, #WARM-2151, $18.50 per meter
Warm & White, 96" wide, #WARM-2531, $14.50 per meter
"Warm & Safe" Fire Retardant Batting
100% Fire Retardant, Biodegradable Rayon
Made from Renewable Plantation Trees (eucalyptus) that are broken down using a cellulose process and is biodegradable. The fibres are needlepunched together without glues or resins creating a breathable, warmth and a soft hand. Also perfect for baby quilts. Quilt up to 6" apart, shrinkage will be 3 - 5% in cold water.
Warm & Safe, 90" wide, #WARM-2881, $14.50 per meter
"Hobbs" Heirloom Batting
Heirloom is 80% unbleached cotton & 20% polyester, lightly needle punched and lightly resin bonded. We recommended this batting for hand quilting up to 4" apart, however it can still be machine quilted. There is a shrinkage factor of 3 - 5%.
"Hobbs" Heirloom Batting, 96" wide, #HOBBS-HLBY96, $12.75 per meter
"Arctic Bamboo" Batting
Bamboo, one of Nature's gifts , is softer than cotton, bio-degradable and hypo allergenic. Needlepunch technology prevents shifting or shedding through the cover of your quilt. Quilt up to 8" apart. There will be 3% shrinkage on the first wash unless you pre-wash. 45% natural bamboo, 45% cotton & 10% non-woven polypropylene reinforcement.
"Arctic Bamboo" Batting, 96" wide, #VITH-BAMBOO, $12.75 per meter
Insulbright
This insulated lining is perfect for many projects. Insulbright consists of hollow, polyester fibers needlepunched through mylar ensuring that hot or cold temperatures are reflected back to their source. Insulbrite is used for placemats, oven mitts, casserole warmers, beverage holders, winter apparel, gloves, shades, table pads and so much more.
Insulbright, 45" wide, #WARM-1834, $9.95 per meter
Thermore
A very fine batting recommended for clothing and art quilts.
Thermore, 45" wide, #THERMORE, $10.00 per meter
Fusible Fleece
This fusible needlepunch is great as an interlining or padding for quilting and craft projects. Use for tote bags and purses. 100% Polyester.
Fusible Fleece, 45" wide, #9720, $9.95 per meter
Thermolam Plus
An excellent batting for placemats, tote bags.
Thermolam Plus, 45" wide, #PELLON-970, $7.95 per meter
"Steam-A-Seam" Double Stick Fusible Web
A pressure-sentive coating on both sides of the web allows it to temporarily stick to the appliqué material, then adheres the appliqué piece to the background. The entire appliqué stays in place without shifting and is repositionable until pressed with a iron. It is even possible to try on a garment and reposition the appliqués before fusing to ensure exact placement. Secures unfinished edges, they will not fray or lift.
Steam-A-Seam2 #WARM, $6.95 per meter
Lite Steam-A-Seam2 #LWARM, $6.95 per meter
Wonder-Under Transfer Web
The paperbacked adhesive web that turns any fabric into a fusible fabric. Great for appliqué.
Wonder-Under #805, $4.95 per meter
Warm Tater
100% natural cotton batting for potato & corn bags. 22" wide.
Warm Tater #WARM-2805, $7.95 per meter
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