February 10, 2011

New Quilt Kits

We have a selection of a bunch of new quilts with kits available.

Crew - SOLD OUT
42" x 42"
Pre-cut squares and pattern for star blocks included.
Requires 1 1/4 yard for the back.

Child's Play
42" x 42"
Kit costs $42 and includes pattern
Back requires 1 1/4 yard to finish
Baby Love Birds
Measures 42" x 42"
Costs $40 for kit. Pattern included.
Requrires 1 1/4 yard for backing.
SOLD OUT: This Dolly Dress quilt looks like darling applique (even up close!) but really it's a fabulous cheater print!! This project comes together so quickly for an adorable quilt. Kit costs $55, pattern included. Backing requires 3 1/4 yards. Finished quilt measures 53" x 64".

For kit availability and information please call us at the American Quilting: 801-802-7841.

January 28, 2011

Retreat Classes

The following are photos of some of the classes available at our March Retreat.

French Medallion by Sandy Klop
Stargate by Sandy Klop


Spring Banner by Kim Walus


Wool Applique Journal Covers 
by Norma Whaley and Leslie Isom

Leaders and Enders by Bonnie Miles

Pot of Posies by Norma Whaley and Leslie Isom


All My Best by Sharon Wright
Stitching words onto a quilt top, perfect skinny borders, 
piping, cording, two-sided prairie points, and interesting bindings.


Over the River and Through the Woods by Paula McKinlay


Crazy Daisy by Lori Holt


 Country Bucket and City Bucket
Wool Applique class by Kerry Green

Survivors by Joyce Weeks

We will also have our Mystery Quilt classes and exchanges, but we don't have pictures of those because they are, well, mysteries! :) We will continue our pin-cushion exchange this year as well!

Our retreat (March 23-25) in Midway, Utah is full. However, we may have spaces available in individual classes.  If you are not signed up for the retreat, but interested in a class, please check back with us after March 5 for space availability.

January 26, 2011

What's new at AQ

It feels like a breath of spring has hit American Quilting. 
 We have new quilts on display, many with kits available!
 We're also getting in lots of new fabric including Charlevoix 
We've also got a selection of great interlock knits perfect for apparel and quilts. There are so many new, adorable patterns calling for knits - come check out our selection. We've also got a fabulous collection of corduroys as well.
Finally, our new Class Schedule is also available.  We've got new rounds of Beginning Quilting classes, machine applique, and traditional applique,  paper pieceing, purses, fabric flower embellishments and wool stitchery.

To see a class schedule to our website: American-quilting.com.  You can also sign up for emails about sales, specials, and occasional coupons!  Or feel free to call us at 801-802-7841 with questions about classes, kits, etc.

Hope to see you soon!

January 6, 2011

Cancer Fund-raiser Auction Quilts January 1-8

Below are the quilts being silently auctioned this week for the Paul Peterson Cancer Fundraiser.  Donations can also be taken at the store or made at Mountain American Credit Union under the Paul Peterson Cancer Fund. To bid on any of the quilts visit American Quilting at 426 West 800 North, Orem, Utah or call us at 801-802-7841. Click on any of the pictures to see quilts up close. 














To bid on any of this week's quilts, please call the store at 801-802-7841.  Bids on these quilts close Saturday, January8 at 6:00 pm (MST). This t will be our final round of quilts.

Thank you SO much to all those who have shown interest and support in helping us raise funds for the Peterson family. Last week we saw so much generosity. We are most grateful!

December 22, 2010

Cancer Fund-raiser Auction Quilts December 21- December 31

 
Below are the quilts being silently auctioned this week for the Paul Peterson Cancer Fundraiser.  Donations can also be taken at the store or made at Mountain American Credit Union under the Paul Peterson Cancer Fund. To bid on any of the quilts visit American Quilting at 426 West 800 North, Orem, Utah or call us at 801-802-7841. Click on any of the pictures to see quilts up close. 

POST EDIT: We've had a little switcheroo with some of the quilts listed for this time period. (Always grateful for someone's generosity!)  The quilts pictured now are the ones currently available.
#1  Large Throw-size quilt (about 60 x 80") made from the French General Rural Jardin collection by Moda. Brown polka-dot on the back.

 #2 Throw size (about 60 x 80") quilt made with cowboy-inspired prints from a Moda collection.

 #3 Throw-size quilt (about 55" x 80") made from Fig Tree's Dandelion Girl fabrics for Moda.  Brown and green print on the back.


#4 Polkadot baby quilt made from Wonderland fabrics by MoMo for Moda. 42" x 42" Adorable quilting makes the dots 'pop' off the quilt.

 #5 Throw size (about 55" x 80") quilt made from a 'Collections for a Cause' group from Moda. Paisley fabric on the back.


 #6 Crib size quilt (about 42" x 50") from an Anna Griffin collection.  Clowns print on the back.
 #7 Vintage-inspired red, pink and white baby quilt (42" x 42")
 #8 Cowgirl baby quilt 42" x 42"
 #9 Beautiful pastel throw-quilt from a Three Sisters collection for Moda. (about 55" x 80")
 #10 Beautiful hand-applique basket quilt in Moda's "Sweet" fabrics.  42" x 42"
 #11  Pretty pink baby quilt 42" x 42"
 #12 Cute car-themed baby quilt. 42" x 42"
 #13 Fall table runner. About 18" x 50"
 #14 Very cute infant car-seat cover.

To bid on any of this week's quilts, please call the store at 801-802-7841.  Bids on these quilts close Friday, December 31 at 4:00 pm (MST). We will have new quilts to bid on at the store the following Monday morning, January 3. That will be our final round of quilts.

Thank you SO much to all those who have shown interest and support in helping us raise funds for the Peterson family. Last week we saw so much generosity. We are most grateful!