Merchants band together to offer 4th annual Fall Open Houses

"I hope people realize the importance of" nineteen stores host simultaneous events, "says Dale Sosniecki, co-owner of the light Hallmark Gold Crown Store Coach. "It was not so long ago I saw the city of Hannibal advertising an open house like coordinated ... and I saw only nine participating stores. An event-newcomer is a recent addition to downtown Moberly. Darn It Yarn & Unique Gifts, sharing the Main Street location to 220 W. Moberly Reed St., offers high-quality son and accessories at reasonable prices. (Sign up for fall knitting and crochet classes while you stop in.) It’s the perfect companion store to Patches and Thread, at 503 W. Reed. This quilting materials stop-off is also home studio for Chariton Valley television’s “Quilting With Peggy” shows. Area scrapbooking enthusiasts will be rewarded with not just one, but two specialty stores…and they’re well worth seeking out. Downtown’s Fabulous Scraps Scrapbooking Store can be found at the end of the hallway at 212 North Fifth St. (It’s inside the impressively renovated Louis Klein Bakery building.) Then head to Heritage Hills Golf Course to visit Glory Days Scrapbooking, located at 3310 Hwy. JJ. Moberly florists are well represented in the event, and ideally located opposite each other. Visit Shop Bouquet both at 513 Street W. Reed in downtown Moberly ... then cross the street to stop Reed at Country Flowers and Gifts Lynn. By occupying the former downtown store in Mauritius, square footage Lyn far exceeds that of a typical flower shop ... and their customers benefit from the selection.Another participant first Open House is a matter for Jack and Art Gallery, a new Restaurant Centre retail Nelly at 407 E. Urbandale. The new store has only paintings, creations of art and, for military veterans in America. And after a short walk around the same center, consumers can visit the gift shop Nelly too.

Summer Sewing and Quilting Project Ideas | Suite101.com

There are all sorts of seasonal sewing and quilting projects for summer. Here are a few ideas and recommended patterns.

Summer Fashion Sewing Projects

When it comes to casual summer wear, nothing beats the classic sundress. For relaxing at home, rompers are cool and comfortable. McCall’s Misses M6332 is an ideal pattern for hot weather. This features a lovely sundress, romper, and jumpsuit.

For infant’s summer wear, McCall’s M6309 is an excellent choice. This pattern features items for boys and girls. It includes a sundress and matching panties as well as a hat, romper, and diaper cover.

Create seasonal fashion accessories for summer, such as special flower brooches. McCall’s M6047 features exquisite brooches in a variety of styles. Two of these come in a range of sizes. It also has a necklace pattern as well.

Add a fashionable touch to your plain sandals. McCall’s M6336 has wonderful ideas. This pattern shows how to decorate sandals with fabric strips, buttons, beads, and flowers.

Sew some easy, carefree bags in summer prints. McCall’s M6335 features casual bags in various sizes. With fabric straps, these are made from lovely trendy florals.

Outdoor Sewing Ideas

Enhance your summer with some outdoor sewing projects. When items will be exposed to the elements choose fabrics and thread made specifically for outdoor use. These are less likely to fade and mildew.

Sew a set of bright, cheerful, outdoor cushions you can enjoy all summer. For the front porch consider throw pillows sporting the house number or a word of welcome for visitors. Butterick B4759 has essentials for porches and patios. This features outdoor pillows and cushions for a chaise lounge, bench, chair, and ottoman. It also includes a fabric bordered rug.

Summer is prime time for picnics. Make a special picnic quilt for those occasions. Sew a set of napkins and liners for picnic baskets.

McCall’s Crafts pattern M6338 is new for 2011. By Nancy Zieman, this time-saving design features two large picnic totes, a bottle carrier, an insulated casserole cover, and a hot pad. This pattern is ideal for beginners. Each item requires only 30 minutes or less to sew.

Garden parties and barbeques are common outdoor events in the summer. Create a festive setting for your next party. Make fabric greeting cards as invitations. Sew special streamers, banners, windsocks, and table linens for those parties. Use tablecloth weights to hold the table coverings in place.

Seasonal Patchwork and Quilting

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Sensational Patchwork Quilting

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A banner year

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