Bob loves to educate, especially when it comes to thread. Below is a list from his upcoming teaching schedule. If you live near any of these locations, we would love to have you join us.
BOB'S TEACHING SCHEDULE
Thread Therapy with Dr. Bob
*Dec. 3. Dallas, TX. Quilter's Guild of Dallas
*Jan. 6, 2010. Peoria Quilt Guild. Peoria, IL
*Jan. 7, 2010. HAAQG. Bloomington, IL
*Jan. 15-16, 2010. Ontario, CA. Road to California. http://road2ca.com/ Bob will teach two lectures and Superior Threads will teach two classes using Texture Magic.
*Feb. 11, 2010. Scottsdale, AZ
Monday, November 30, 2009
Friday, November 27, 2009
Class Time with John Flynn
For the opening session of the School of Threadology, John Flynn was our guest teacher for one day. I think John is best known for having his name on a line of thread . . . . So Fine! How cool is that?
The new class rooms in the School of Threadology offer plenty of room for instruction.
John showed us many tips and techniques he has developed over the years.
Of course, I wanted to take his class along with all the other participants. I like to tell John that I am President of his fan club.
Individual instruction is so helpful.
Some of John's variations of "Storm At Sea."
The straight lined seams end up looking like curves, creating an optical illusion.
Thank you for coming John! It was so nice to have you with us for the opening of our School.
The new class rooms in the School of Threadology offer plenty of room for instruction.
John showed us many tips and techniques he has developed over the years.
Of course, I wanted to take his class along with all the other participants. I like to tell John that I am President of his fan club.
Individual instruction is so helpful.
We worked on John's pattern "Storm at Sea."
He provided pre-cut kits that had been laser cut.
Some of John's variations of "Storm At Sea."
The straight lined seams end up looking like curves, creating an optical illusion.
Thank you for coming John! It was so nice to have you with us for the opening of our School.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Happy Thanksgiving
During this season of Thanksgiving, we offer our thanks to you, our valued customers and associates, for a wonderful year. Your personal interaction through out the year, whether at a show, on the phone, or in our store, has enriched our lives and made our work more joyful and rewarding.
Thank you for your ideas, suggestions, encouragement, and continued support.
From our Superior family to yours, we wish you a
Happy Thanksgiving.
Bob and Heather
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Texture Magic Tuesday/ Poppy Quilt
Our thanks today goes to Judie Weiss of St. George, Utah for sharing with us her Poppy Quilt, a 3-D design using Texture Magic.
This quilt is an original design, created by Judie. She made the Poppy Quilt as a present for her sister-in-law, who requested a quilt for the foot of her King sized bed.
The background is a "Yellow Brick Road" pattern.
Judie's SIL had very specific wishes she wanted included in the quilt.
"She loves texture and depth; she loves the feel of various fabrics such as silk, velvet, upholstery fabrics, satin, etc.; she loves bold colors and design; she wanted it set on point . So - I set out to create that quilt." Judie said.
"I made the 3 big red poppies petal by petal and then fastened them together under the center velvet round circle. I made each petal like a mini pillowcase: first I cut the 2 pieces plus the Texture Magic plus a piece of warm and natural all at the same time. I free-motioned the veining in, using red King Tut thread by Superior Threads. Then I added piping and sewed the petal together, leaving the bottom open to turn right side out. Then I steamed it from the top creating the puffy petals." Judie continued.
Judie has taken "Thread Therapy" from Dr. Bob. We are happy to report she followed his instructions and used a Superior Threads titanium coated top-stitch needle for this project.
We appreciate Judie giving us one more idea on how to use Texture Magic in our art quilts.
This quilt is an original design, created by Judie. She made the Poppy Quilt as a present for her sister-in-law, who requested a quilt for the foot of her King sized bed.
The background is a "Yellow Brick Road" pattern.
Judie's SIL had very specific wishes she wanted included in the quilt.
"She loves texture and depth; she loves the feel of various fabrics such as silk, velvet, upholstery fabrics, satin, etc.; she loves bold colors and design; she wanted it set on point . So - I set out to create that quilt." Judie said.
"I made the 3 big red poppies petal by petal and then fastened them together under the center velvet round circle. I made each petal like a mini pillowcase: first I cut the 2 pieces plus the Texture Magic plus a piece of warm and natural all at the same time. I free-motioned the veining in, using red King Tut thread by Superior Threads. Then I added piping and sewed the petal together, leaving the bottom open to turn right side out. Then I steamed it from the top creating the puffy petals." Judie continued.
Judie has taken "Thread Therapy" from Dr. Bob. We are happy to report she followed his instructions and used a Superior Threads titanium coated top-stitch needle for this project.
We appreciate Judie giving us one more idea on how to use Texture Magic in our art quilts.
Monday, November 23, 2009
The School of Theadology Is Now Open!
The School of Threadology is now open in our new location and we had a wonderful time hosting our first session.
Participants from all over the United States came for three days of seminars and lectures.
One of our seminars included Color Science by Mother Superior where we discussed color and design.
Our guests were very interested in seeing some of the clothing items made with Superior Threads. The green silk coat was a favorite.
Many of our quilts have been gifts from artists who have helped us in the design of our threads.This was a tribute to our King Tut line.
We strive to provide the highest comfort for our students at the School of Threadology. All participants used an ergonomic $500 Heavenly Sewing Chair. It really does make a difference. No sore body parts after a full day of learning and creating.
Jeanne Delpit, Director of National Events for Bernina USA, joined us for the opening session of our School.
Thank you Bernina for generously furnishing the School of Threadology with Bernina 730s for our students use.
Future sessions are scheduled in February, April, and June and beyond. Please join us.
Participants from all over the United States came for three days of seminars and lectures.
In addition to instruction, our guests received class supplies, a 100-page education manual, a lot of thread, staff help, and the use of a new Bernina 730. Even meals were provided.
Bob and Heather taught several classes on thread education, thread use, and thread effects. We also had two hands-on sewing classes, one using Texture Magic and one using Charlotte's fusible Web (fusible thread for applique.)
One of our seminars included Color Science by Mother Superior where we discussed color and design.
Our guests were very interested in seeing some of the clothing items made with Superior Threads. The green silk coat was a favorite.
Many of our quilts have been gifts from artists who have helped us in the design of our threads.
We strive to provide the highest comfort for our students at the School of Threadology. All participants used an ergonomic $500 Heavenly Sewing Chair. It really does make a difference. No sore body parts after a full day of learning and creating.
Jeanne Delpit, Director of National Events for Bernina USA, joined us for the opening session of our School.
Thank you Bernina for generously furnishing the School of Threadology with Bernina 730s for our students use.
Future sessions are scheduled in February, April, and June and beyond. Please join us.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Marilyn Badger Judges for IQA/ Houston
Note: Marilyn Badger lives in our town, St. George, Utah. Many years ago, she helped us design a range of colors to include in our Rainbows line.
When Marilyn Badger was asked to be one of the three judges for International Quilt Festival in Houston (IQA) this year, she felt very honored. Marilyn is an award-winning quilter and this is the first time she has been approached to judge a show as prestigious as IQA. "First I had to check with my partner Claudia Clark Meyers," Marilyn said. "Being a judge at IQA meant we could not submit a quilt this year and I had to make sure Claudia was comfortable with that."
Claudia was very supportive of Marilyn's opportunity and encouraged her to accept the offer.
Marilyn, along with fellow judges Sue Nickels and Linda Roy, went to Houston in August for their assignment.
"We worked 12-hour days for three days straight and judged around 350 quilts. All three of us judged each quilt individually. We were given list of criteria and would sometimes defer to each other's expertise in rating specific areas," Marilyn said.
As judges, the trio were offered a lot of help by the IQA staff. Many of the quilts in the initial judging were lying flat on a table. By the time the selection was narrowed down to the Mastery category, the quilts were held up by staff members or displayed for viewing.
Marilyn enjoyed working with the Mastery Awards the most. "This was a real pleasant experience. Just being up there close with all the quilts was wonderful. Even after three days of judging and we were at the end, I told them to 'bring on some more'. In Houston I knew I was seeing the best of the best."
When Marilyn Badger was asked to be one of the three judges for International Quilt Festival in Houston (IQA) this year, she felt very honored. Marilyn is an award-winning quilter and this is the first time she has been approached to judge a show as prestigious as IQA. "First I had to check with my partner Claudia Clark Meyers," Marilyn said. "Being a judge at IQA meant we could not submit a quilt this year and I had to make sure Claudia was comfortable with that."
Claudia was very supportive of Marilyn's opportunity and encouraged her to accept the offer.
Marilyn, along with fellow judges Sue Nickels and Linda Roy, went to Houston in August for their assignment.
"We worked 12-hour days for three days straight and judged around 350 quilts. All three of us judged each quilt individually. We were given list of criteria and would sometimes defer to each other's expertise in rating specific areas," Marilyn said.
As judges, the trio were offered a lot of help by the IQA staff. Many of the quilts in the initial judging were lying flat on a table. By the time the selection was narrowed down to the Mastery category, the quilts were held up by staff members or displayed for viewing.
Marilyn enjoyed working with the Mastery Awards the most. "This was a real pleasant experience. Just being up there close with all the quilts was wonderful. Even after three days of judging and we were at the end, I told them to 'bring on some more'. In Houston I knew I was seeing the best of the best."
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
NEW Brytes
What's New:
NEW Brytes! We are proud to have Caryl Bryer Fallert’s advice and name on this product. Congratulations to Caryl for winning the $10,000 Best of Show award at the International Quilt Festival in Houston last month.
NEW Brytes is the same #30/3-ply polyester thread and color range as Brytes but not as slick. We "de-slicked" it, making it easier to use at high speed. New Brytes is intended to be bright and visible and it is great for home machines (quilting and embroidery), longarm machines, and computer-aided quilting.
We are offering 25% as an Introductory Special on NEW Brytes, 1,650 yd. cones during November. On sale for $12.65
See our website to order.
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