tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21794332213374415562024-03-14T05:48:52.148-07:00Superior Threads - Mother Superior's BlogSuperior Threads Thread Company Information, Products, People, Events, Instruction, FunSuperior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.comBlogger213125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-42594542309591967252010-04-07T10:43:00.001-07:002010-04-07T10:46:06.214-07:00Mother Superior's Blog Has MovedWe are excited to announce that Mother Superior's Blog has moved to a new location. Our new address is <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/blog/">http://www.SuperiorThreads.com/blog</a>.<br /><br />Please update your bookmarks and/or RSS feeds.Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-67125705784514606752010-04-06T06:15:00.000-07:002010-04-06T06:20:04.271-07:00Texture Magic Tuesday/ Heirloom Baby EnsembleMake an heirloom outfit for a special baby in your life using today’s modern techniques.<br />Achieve the look of hand smocking in a fraction of the time by using Texture Magic™!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPzVrwZCLZa7QVdidgvtmpsOkb2qdlvO-NM7aNwW-ERQyDYQLRZBtXIgA3haLgNkWGkKPOQ2RsyKVU4n8aqVzksDNdg5e9SfzFU4jYY-Avc5-YVJzk8uzI5s9Ra1EilCVYu6xao1bQKm8/s1600-h/Heirloom+Baby+Ensemble.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 258px; HEIGHT: 400px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450829928772457906" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPzVrwZCLZa7QVdidgvtmpsOkb2qdlvO-NM7aNwW-ERQyDYQLRZBtXIgA3haLgNkWGkKPOQ2RsyKVU4n8aqVzksDNdg5e9SfzFU4jYY-Avc5-YVJzk8uzI5s9Ra1EilCVYu6xao1bQKm8/s400/Heirloom+Baby+Ensemble.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/patterns/products/">Heirloom Baby Ensemble </a>by Annie Unrein<br />Pattern includes complete, step-by-step instructions for texturizing fabric as well as assembling gown with self-lined bodice and border trim, bonnet, and slippers.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAnIP5Jrw3n3lo8ozeK73eMs2xwD-ioUpr-kUY_srtK7iHUOBtJkWRxEgKvYrmScMctLDcKXUJKxl0mfzQdHFSFISuHnaSxJWZ2eCIFwD3iOLyOSSLTBx1D8NZjX2puUS9PZCzl-NC-pE/s1600-h/christening_gown_t280.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 280px; HEIGHT: 368px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450827608921731330" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAnIP5Jrw3n3lo8ozeK73eMs2xwD-ioUpr-kUY_srtK7iHUOBtJkWRxEgKvYrmScMctLDcKXUJKxl0mfzQdHFSFISuHnaSxJWZ2eCIFwD3iOLyOSSLTBx1D8NZjX2puUS9PZCzl-NC-pE/s400/christening_gown_t280.jpg" /></a><br />Sized to fit infants, newborn to six months.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFNrD0_oVNxmgm8jyUK-UVkcK9KVdYGR_jo5U5IxQu14ccFFKYl5Lz01JDD1_6v1xMb6E09odnwbFa5A0Ay54sjwpZ3KuOG6dWYgZIyppaKyJH7LfL2PkQwdjTYKE1LJ6Fgop3b0VXwcM/s1600-h/bodice_beading_t280.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 280px; HEIGHT: 165px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450827536347093026" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFNrD0_oVNxmgm8jyUK-UVkcK9KVdYGR_jo5U5IxQu14ccFFKYl5Lz01JDD1_6v1xMb6E09odnwbFa5A0Ay54sjwpZ3KuOG6dWYgZIyppaKyJH7LfL2PkQwdjTYKE1LJ6Fgop3b0VXwcM/s400/bodice_beading_t280.jpg" /></a><br />Beaded lace trims, beads, and ribbons make beautiful, but easy embellishments<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZJfjIrEJgtLOhu0qSd1825yl2f3p1_FGrzT0668ZpPK1JwfsqPq6a5T28u5KVNKfrJn8BKVwMgF7oCjngDghOZjoyGWJWwrXo5_2OKO6rSvDv8qPZNhem2rC1UVYKibIXLWvhpmtd91Q/s1600-h/bonnet_t280.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 240px; HEIGHT: 320px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450827455044813074" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZJfjIrEJgtLOhu0qSd1825yl2f3p1_FGrzT0668ZpPK1JwfsqPq6a5T28u5KVNKfrJn8BKVwMgF7oCjngDghOZjoyGWJWwrXo5_2OKO6rSvDv8qPZNhem2rC1UVYKibIXLWvhpmtd91Q/s320/bonnet_t280.jpg" /></a><br />Texture Magic works well with all fabrics, including silk.<br />All three pieces can be made using 1 yard package of Texture Magic.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJCFRk46xBdYeB5oJT_K-i1ZVcq8c6nllWLvthpDMDaoVNwunco2JD5Q1h7YxdQD3HGC6stU9WwBRMk2cQFHWm4KqKA1HqErIKo6aIxxTYBmcsaMbGjwYOkKu-74D23JBccI6ylvLoGso/s1600-h/slippers_t280.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 280px; HEIGHT: 153px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450827347249737970" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJCFRk46xBdYeB5oJT_K-i1ZVcq8c6nllWLvthpDMDaoVNwunco2JD5Q1h7YxdQD3HGC6stU9WwBRMk2cQFHWm4KqKA1HqErIKo6aIxxTYBmcsaMbGjwYOkKu-74D23JBccI6ylvLoGso/s400/slippers_t280.jpg" /></a><br />Your precious little one will look like an angel in this beautiful gown, bonnet, and slippers.<br /><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/patterns/products/">Heirloom Baby Ensemble</a> can be ordered on our <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/patterns/products/">web site</a>.Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-56041352924301404042010-04-05T06:40:00.000-07:002010-04-05T06:42:34.417-07:00The Longarms are In!In preparation for the <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/school-of-threadology/">School of Threadology</a>, several of our longarm machines are now in.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9pqa3SvbAXM9jisAhv-AN8GP9rACHOZnBQyfD5sE6zzrhul7YU1vS9Zd9vjU8n0im35T_FpP_LC7agWqDj3U2dVZUpC5zrpcN41XbTG5xB6h8XMV7fVtMhHiQkApvjMR_EE2UdcPpISM/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+042.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451955453268818562" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9pqa3SvbAXM9jisAhv-AN8GP9rACHOZnBQyfD5sE6zzrhul7YU1vS9Zd9vjU8n0im35T_FpP_LC7agWqDj3U2dVZUpC5zrpcN41XbTG5xB6h8XMV7fVtMhHiQkApvjMR_EE2UdcPpISM/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+042.JPG" /></a><br />We now have 5 machines that have been set up, with more on the way.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEPYV2AHWRJ0UQ3-AUg6Z0ZO3xFffeeaThfI0uPgoB5N8DnFD-AqxlxboX53jPy2HH1uaK30CHh7NVwFbLZqmOkYBptQECu21a9R7qF2xPsO3tb66HKiuo2BZ9XP-g7XmZ7ly-8XDFlTo/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+038.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451955312654873858" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEPYV2AHWRJ0UQ3-AUg6Z0ZO3xFffeeaThfI0uPgoB5N8DnFD-AqxlxboX53jPy2HH1uaK30CHh7NVwFbLZqmOkYBptQECu21a9R7qF2xPsO3tb66HKiuo2BZ9XP-g7XmZ7ly-8XDFlTo/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+038.JPG" /></a><br />Come and play with us! Imagine a class where you can use all of our Superior Threads and try many of the major brands of midarms and longarms on the market today.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW7FS8fqndC3Qwzi41POA-JjaNqi_gmREG-mu3J0IS8H7JPtdYYSu9dHRnX-mObIKWpvgjE1ZqKB0JUTFgf_C2d98OZRz0ElhXmC-P9lGsZ4AHfi0xCFnQLnTLRD8SBXfywGvEjgeGe6M/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+039.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451955044975341986" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW7FS8fqndC3Qwzi41POA-JjaNqi_gmREG-mu3J0IS8H7JPtdYYSu9dHRnX-mObIKWpvgjE1ZqKB0JUTFgf_C2d98OZRz0ElhXmC-P9lGsZ4AHfi0xCFnQLnTLRD8SBXfywGvEjgeGe6M/s320/ST+Blog+pictures+039.JPG" /></a><br />Our staff has been in training on the use of the longarms.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjVx2Lt4TGz_LWdBjeoQpVN07rSmy5WATNgBuj5QPbt8LPq46eEVz3j770x0hANzahyphenhyphenWOgCzspysVAZk9M7aFAei6DBOQ-5SuhJxX8H5NVOgh2mnLPyi3pTopEhKUL2_O2noq35LvcPuw/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+040.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 200px; HEIGHT: 150px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451954942696064738" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjVx2Lt4TGz_LWdBjeoQpVN07rSmy5WATNgBuj5QPbt8LPq46eEVz3j770x0hANzahyphenhyphenWOgCzspysVAZk9M7aFAei6DBOQ-5SuhJxX8H5NVOgh2mnLPyi3pTopEhKUL2_O2noq35LvcPuw/s200/ST+Blog+pictures+040.JPG" /></a> </div><div>The men, too.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg8n2Fnf_DIF9holEPjhWZS8Ab_VYFhGTvYfWWgg-wfPvMN8sliOqbNSrCluhaEHrLeSI-mpKC3-uowIJyT_euCy3u1FjGVj9BFfXByDRUQKUOLxM761IbgCpJNGdy35G3R-SafYY8SjU/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+035.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451955157307492418" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg8n2Fnf_DIF9holEPjhWZS8Ab_VYFhGTvYfWWgg-wfPvMN8sliOqbNSrCluhaEHrLeSI-mpKC3-uowIJyT_euCy3u1FjGVj9BFfXByDRUQKUOLxM761IbgCpJNGdy35G3R-SafYY8SjU/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+035.JPG" /></a><br />Even Bob has given each machine a try.</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhajedw-57NWgFd6r6vFFKZwyA2g0MJ_3XBSKLHF7hB9-FBKdGc1MDTDTAd5EeaKwS3aQyTTAdESo9C1GBPkEE8KGd3-n403FXcMT2fD9IzX8wPUGTdLyqy20Jv8jGQMOtXQSUoEQBUWC4/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+041.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451954843251798210" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhajedw-57NWgFd6r6vFFKZwyA2g0MJ_3XBSKLHF7hB9-FBKdGc1MDTDTAd5EeaKwS3aQyTTAdESo9C1GBPkEE8KGd3-n403FXcMT2fD9IzX8wPUGTdLyqy20Jv8jGQMOtXQSUoEQBUWC4/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+041.JPG" /></a><br />Make sure to check the <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/threadology/calendar/">calendar</a> on our <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/threadology/calendar/">website</a> for upcoming classes.<br />All school sessions will also be announced in Bob's <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/newsletters/">newsletter</a>. </div></div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-36524080803926715872010-04-02T06:15:00.000-07:002010-04-02T06:15:18.492-07:00Kinkakuji QuiltThe most famous Buddhist temple in Japan is located near one of our thread factories in Kyoto. It is called <span style="FONT-STYLE: italic">Kinkakuji</span> which means the Golden Pavilion. The temple is situated in a small lake and the building is gold plated. When the sun hits it, the building lights up -- it glows! It is quite the site to see!<br /><div><div><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWaA2adcntL84s2uiKeLIZTlr3sU4EfzVwmMNOMBwvtJ8Y5nHGPnXeUHnTu4M-pzELG0q0UMPWymX2yzsAnQ2PhXb05Jki9d5PHA9CQPdzHsn52widnFp42OOAW0s5Cpj6S5kRAA9osjw/s1600/KinkakujiQuilt&Photo.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 267px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454060256206409346" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWaA2adcntL84s2uiKeLIZTlr3sU4EfzVwmMNOMBwvtJ8Y5nHGPnXeUHnTu4M-pzELG0q0UMPWymX2yzsAnQ2PhXb05Jki9d5PHA9CQPdzHsn52widnFp42OOAW0s5Cpj6S5kRAA9osjw/s400/KinkakujiQuilt&Photo.jpg" /></a></div><div>While attending the quilt show in Paducah a few years ago, we stayed at a bed and breakfast and happened to meet Trina Weller, a fellow guest who was working on some beautiful quilts.<br />Bob had always wanted a pictorial quilt of <span style="FONT-STYLE: italic">Kinkakuji</span> to remind us of our 10 years in Japan and we asked Trina if she would make a quilt of this beautiful temple. She said, "Sure!" </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzChWqsRqEyUs2uXXWaT3hhtCdtMFzsYi3Alhr694LsxCD6CCFnXaeccsnEr8Wu9LjZxZu-fjE66roCQrgddFh0alqcBt-OTb7FkxS5UqD88n9nHKaMrLPEHnTZ0BZvI6eXUWXyLzAwPI/s1600/ST+Blog+pictures+081.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454061739635259778" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzChWqsRqEyUs2uXXWaT3hhtCdtMFzsYi3Alhr694LsxCD6CCFnXaeccsnEr8Wu9LjZxZu-fjE66roCQrgddFh0alqcBt-OTb7FkxS5UqD88n9nHKaMrLPEHnTZ0BZvI6eXUWXyLzAwPI/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+081.JPG" /></a></div><div>Her friend Leona Law did the design and painting and Trina did the construction and quilting. Trina used so many different applique techniques in this quilt that I can't name them all. It is a masterpiece! </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHpW0lhCBIlds8axLCyz2rNyCVQgg7utD4nlDmiC7O35Ct1LBv1AA0MWlvXiyXtxkYS96oCz7v4Sx0rlZdh8KrD0pvJcA7dSXX8w9GP6eWfZZDvsJN98Glmo7td24y7Zi4FdbmKF7ViSY/s1600/ST+Blog+pictures+080.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454061636653371458" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHpW0lhCBIlds8axLCyz2rNyCVQgg7utD4nlDmiC7O35Ct1LBv1AA0MWlvXiyXtxkYS96oCz7v4Sx0rlZdh8KrD0pvJcA7dSXX8w9GP6eWfZZDvsJN98Glmo7td24y7Zi4FdbmKF7ViSY/s320/ST+Blog+pictures+080.JPG" /></a></div><div>Threads Used: Metallics, Highlights, and Bottom Line. The border has Rainbows and Nature Colors. </div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX-tC_I9-kBWBBIvW1GVJSA00TPm4ccmmY1Xcr8kdQSc45375vYwkY9UDas3LxD6TsA7hU9hY395FerPlRhQZv0X1ugqPGEXMrZ5RABT6lDlYTZlEEXQXPymiCwxpnUwb8lVpaXTqcJX8/s1600/ST+Blog+pictures+084.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454061847935811842" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX-tC_I9-kBWBBIvW1GVJSA00TPm4ccmmY1Xcr8kdQSc45375vYwkY9UDas3LxD6TsA7hU9hY395FerPlRhQZv0X1ugqPGEXMrZ5RABT6lDlYTZlEEXQXPymiCwxpnUwb8lVpaXTqcJX8/s320/ST+Blog+pictures+084.JPG" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigm04MnFlpcis4VG01EJ9xIhLqmjhpL0aCpIBl7SyyGOyEVRvPJCFBAhL-6ajRM5T5iVUn_w7mgbeDbIDLonMis3RspHhBswYl9vqZrLZMhF4LuCnXwp3sN7pGxYMt3h_pDNdU3p1k7Gg/s1600/ST+Blog+pictures+030.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454061522484068546" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigm04MnFlpcis4VG01EJ9xIhLqmjhpL0aCpIBl7SyyGOyEVRvPJCFBAhL-6ajRM5T5iVUn_w7mgbeDbIDLonMis3RspHhBswYl9vqZrLZMhF4LuCnXwp3sN7pGxYMt3h_pDNdU3p1k7Gg/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+030.JPG" /></a></div><div>Our <span style="FONT-STYLE: italic">Kinkakuji</span> Quilt now hangs in an honored place in our Japanese Room.</div></div></div></div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-92163862515092983452010-03-30T07:35:00.000-07:002010-04-05T18:40:26.517-07:00Texture Magic Tuesday/ Handmade CardsWe are always looking for new ways to use Texture Magic.<br />Our appreciation today goes to Margaret Miller of St. George, Utah for sharing with us a handmade card she received that incorporated Texture Magic.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbBk6TaJcFekgM3HyzAbkhykMpkYasx2eTYqsYHlQw6ERQn3iKMyPL1oa_bgxlRxVziINUBs0PvK7jRqRXGRHyNqY0yKEjhpgFlVFBzJjjPNJn1ilpEX3IVqcBbA8mSaLqeYTOJ411-CM/s1600-h/Judi's+quilt+and+Margaret%27s+TM+Card+023.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 318px; HEIGHT: 400px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450815407697811810" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbBk6TaJcFekgM3HyzAbkhykMpkYasx2eTYqsYHlQw6ERQn3iKMyPL1oa_bgxlRxVziINUBs0PvK7jRqRXGRHyNqY0yKEjhpgFlVFBzJjjPNJn1ilpEX3IVqcBbA8mSaLqeYTOJ411-CM/s400/Judi's+quilt+and+Margaret%27s+TM+Card+023.JPG" /></a><br />This was Pat Rimpau and Maggie Nicholes' way of saying "thank you" to Margaret who had taught them how to use Texture Magic in a purse class.<br />The fabric card was designed and created by Carolyn Chuatiuco, a member of the Dixie Quilt Guild.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTjnwlDngraD5cibAMmqeaUC-WZE1-WnZzUOzSjXfVsclatb-P_I0lYxHBfabUL9uoUqwEzC6eFnylLNawWZ_ees34ESiutLINSAFdJKOS5DOKhrrxXe7AgZRMWjfckdJtqU5Xl4UIYOg/s1600-h/Judi's+quilt+and+Margaret%27s+TM+Card+024.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450815304251588338" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTjnwlDngraD5cibAMmqeaUC-WZE1-WnZzUOzSjXfVsclatb-P_I0lYxHBfabUL9uoUqwEzC6eFnylLNawWZ_ees34ESiutLINSAFdJKOS5DOKhrrxXe7AgZRMWjfckdJtqU5Xl4UIYOg/s400/Judi's+quilt+and+Margaret%27s+TM+Card+024.JPG" /></a><br />The texturized fabric has been framed for the front of the card. A simple and yet unique process that can be applied to cards and even scrapbook pages.Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-22762592283124810102010-03-29T06:45:00.000-07:002010-03-29T06:56:30.456-07:00Bowing To BobNow that we have an authentic Japanese room in our new building addition, Bob, who spent 10 years in Japan, kindly gave the women of our office a lesson in properly bowing.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9p7Lhy5t-2_33szFb6z0HhrhIJkUBkJslOOaDUpvlhScpCO8UXoxmBW_hGmWUjXqubnXyb_DFQRU6x-qyQxsuPpbQp4x7eX2IF0tSEz0b9kyk3NpVBsxb8ocWjBxvdER7I8FAvpriSMQ/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+045.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 200px; HEIGHT: 150px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451949953903458258" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9p7Lhy5t-2_33szFb6z0HhrhIJkUBkJslOOaDUpvlhScpCO8UXoxmBW_hGmWUjXqubnXyb_DFQRU6x-qyQxsuPpbQp4x7eX2IF0tSEz0b9kyk3NpVBsxb8ocWjBxvdER7I8FAvpriSMQ/s200/ST+Blog+pictures+045.JPG" /></a><br />In authentic style, we must first take our shoes off at the door and neatly line them up. No shows on the <span style="FONT-STYLE: italic">tatami </span>(straw mats). Sometimes you can go home with a better pair of shoes!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg2qM9VcQI_9GhL9Sc0VodXrn8hSGAt3-AK0DSDXvSfxfXJ_6wltwu0CdgJi3Fv7IgtTKyOIWuQCuAa-YV5j4pfjUnW2rdvNffj_Iw6MeM1U0SZw8TKJKgZCxLWZtEgBVMZB7jbfptsic/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+055.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451949834859873138" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg2qM9VcQI_9GhL9Sc0VodXrn8hSGAt3-AK0DSDXvSfxfXJ_6wltwu0CdgJi3Fv7IgtTKyOIWuQCuAa-YV5j4pfjUnW2rdvNffj_Iw6MeM1U0SZw8TKJKgZCxLWZtEgBVMZB7jbfptsic/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+055.JPG" /></a><br />Pat, our office manager answers the door most humbly when Bob knocks. Nice form, Pat! Head down, hands together. "Please enter, most honorable master."<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_8dkDgTD_Cuixukzppyker8fOLrGe7dUDKL9X554Pbx6on6BU0JH4WXoFkBHgFoqGWV_XAeR_gee1xk2PKWX5MQ18K8v47JJwHfUmpbORsiXCYUqbSQHhhtAKwMXmZI4riqOEDZ7HOGQ/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+058.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451949728521563010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_8dkDgTD_Cuixukzppyker8fOLrGe7dUDKL9X554Pbx6on6BU0JH4WXoFkBHgFoqGWV_XAeR_gee1xk2PKWX5MQ18K8v47JJwHfUmpbORsiXCYUqbSQHhhtAKwMXmZI4riqOEDZ7HOGQ/s320/ST+Blog+pictures+058.JPG" /></a><br />He enters to make sure all is well. "Hey, do like Pat!"<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicWv7RIFN8ll9cQf0tqhPCojI_s3NesX7PRbdpCNOQt7zsC8m3U2_0PovAEJ-f_tJjJ3r9p8WMdsLwUdUbKXesF8X8F6hyphenhyphenCHoFSwO7hr0anMIa-FgEwZ3qriYiPeuQuXriL5zjdw5dtX4/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+061.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451949622634270162" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicWv7RIFN8ll9cQf0tqhPCojI_s3NesX7PRbdpCNOQt7zsC8m3U2_0PovAEJ-f_tJjJ3r9p8WMdsLwUdUbKXesF8X8F6hyphenhyphenCHoFSwO7hr0anMIa-FgEwZ3qriYiPeuQuXriL5zjdw5dtX4/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+061.JPG" /></a><br />Much better.<br />And the instruction of how to bow correctly begins (and seems to go on way too long). "Most honorable master, may we humbly get up now? My legs are hurting."<br /></div>OK, we think he is enjoying this too much!<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBTIIwzV_eg0yl17CMxG981Ywy_aKv8l5POnzDdTf9_cYiW7z92483g6EiL-NBVqEAZZHA7abL_JfU5VZOer7NBmPUUtWgWF3gAkgX-38-iRuXE-ZPSCvd5kVbEmW_7tEKKpfhya6KVbY/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+051.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451949514798517058" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBTIIwzV_eg0yl17CMxG981Ywy_aKv8l5POnzDdTf9_cYiW7z92483g6EiL-NBVqEAZZHA7abL_JfU5VZOer7NBmPUUtWgWF3gAkgX-38-iRuXE-ZPSCvd5kVbEmW_7tEKKpfhya6KVbY/s320/ST+Blog+pictures+051.JPG" /></a><br />More instruction on beautiful artwork.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOfSfMK7bQcR2Yi48965WWUSYcndUY6sKyb8tDD2OIQJLuVE-h2xL6GmRJs9erM3Jk8HngiajNd4poQpaoLcidHcb12j6xmoqnIssG54cTAamIOPBrbt2guPWTL8fyhULOJSpP1FX8_n8/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+063.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451949288143468242" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOfSfMK7bQcR2Yi48965WWUSYcndUY6sKyb8tDD2OIQJLuVE-h2xL6GmRJs9erM3Jk8HngiajNd4poQpaoLcidHcb12j6xmoqnIssG54cTAamIOPBrbt2guPWTL8fyhULOJSpP1FX8_n8/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+063.JPG" /></a><br />More bowing, when there is another knock at the door!</div><div>Superior Baby Avilyn is most curious to know where all the laughter is coming from.</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFkGyI0L_6Yz2YldLrcdJ0fgxe3q2yNbhznEq6yZWaAZz1lYyAf70aJGcMsOeKRkVEiItAPFKRZ2SSVCDUU04Ug9c2rptb-4vs57azFAnvmjLXBvvXOaxjY1FphcNkt1DgAShtETEPMSk/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+076.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 186px; HEIGHT: 200px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451949151478916514" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFkGyI0L_6Yz2YldLrcdJ0fgxe3q2yNbhznEq6yZWaAZz1lYyAf70aJGcMsOeKRkVEiItAPFKRZ2SSVCDUU04Ug9c2rptb-4vs57azFAnvmjLXBvvXOaxjY1FphcNkt1DgAShtETEPMSk/s200/ST+Blog+pictures+076.JPG" /></a><br />We tried to teach her she must bow too, but she won't have anything to do with it.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXIZyVlI4lB_ASU_cfyP5EIuNtfrtYlaOWlvBZKtrB7z5nXEsObP2GeVBhG92CyaeuqYS1BL3ZaEQDSjR84MIYYz-miIZExlB4keZ-zcuxuPmkLiOdUao5Dt9ZGNfEfEFyrGlV2adpkw/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+072.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451949032677562418" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXIZyVlI4lB_ASU_cfyP5EIuNtfrtYlaOWlvBZKtrB7z5nXEsObP2GeVBhG92CyaeuqYS1BL3ZaEQDSjR84MIYYz-miIZExlB4keZ-zcuxuPmkLiOdUao5Dt9ZGNfEfEFyrGlV2adpkw/s320/ST+Blog+pictures+072.JPG" /></a><br />She would rather stick with American customs and jumped into Grandpa's arms.</div></div></div></div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-53307878332455104222010-03-26T06:00:00.000-07:002010-03-26T06:02:19.549-07:00Japanese Room Now FinishedHaving lived in Japan for 10 years, we desired to create a Japanese Room when we added the new addition to our building.<br />The name of this room is "Kaizen no ma" which means the space of continual improvement.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggg0EOpv7yP8vKRwO-gL-fTJstkIpfNkCmtl3yy35gx9qSgyCf_AxNArN73_ubX6KAXDEs_2z3j1tXJfIm-zOnw0nklmH0qrzcDGXydulqAfN2_g9dfjJw3oH-onrxANOKPFE0g-pTFSY/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+029.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451941025374742130" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggg0EOpv7yP8vKRwO-gL-fTJstkIpfNkCmtl3yy35gx9qSgyCf_AxNArN73_ubX6KAXDEs_2z3j1tXJfIm-zOnw0nklmH0qrzcDGXydulqAfN2_g9dfjJw3oH-onrxANOKPFE0g-pTFSY/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+029.JPG" /></a><br />This room has been designed as a place of study and for meetings. We also frequently use this room to study Japanese. Bob is the 'sensei'.<br /><br />Our employees may use this room to brainstorm new ideas or to contemplate.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUf-eGO0rh71Riwz1BIRbEeAKqA0jjK3dZ5SfM3MN8R_8ltmc64ADZRwnZziWz3-PvoC6qQIZcJ0-1Qt2YNimvoB35ymXD2hKeZFdTawg2yUkd7usUj8FJcTpAHC4YE7B5p4z03sEOiV4/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+031.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 202px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451940938387771266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUf-eGO0rh71Riwz1BIRbEeAKqA0jjK3dZ5SfM3MN8R_8ltmc64ADZRwnZziWz3-PvoC6qQIZcJ0-1Qt2YNimvoB35ymXD2hKeZFdTawg2yUkd7usUj8FJcTpAHC4YE7B5p4z03sEOiV4/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+031.JPG" /></a><br />The furnishings may look plain or unfinished to some, but this room design is authentic. The mats are made out of straw. The room is designed to bring nature inside. It is very simple, yet beautiful.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfF1WuTWcJGyPKgnxVJFk_jYWx19ZiFGJ7rTfsFjqbepq74v6q8uNOdA6QsU2_59Ywfb4Hso1USk2Wl3yY0PPYxbO4mCNG42wKhNuYTYsYvKiiAWJdxscQ3jmFZ_tbh-GqLrZXvKCm4qg/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+069.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451940843197501218" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfF1WuTWcJGyPKgnxVJFk_jYWx19ZiFGJ7rTfsFjqbepq74v6q8uNOdA6QsU2_59Ywfb4Hso1USk2Wl3yY0PPYxbO4mCNG42wKhNuYTYsYvKiiAWJdxscQ3jmFZ_tbh-GqLrZXvKCm4qg/s320/ST+Blog+pictures+069.JPG" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_-fqr3y7Ap2VdkTLCSrKcoQbsaid5C1zObjcEbOvw-ggh8zIi5zgcrjmuoASy41HkvaVOO8tJW-Mtb9zi5UUS5FL8t_QxJvyrtteu-7lvSEfKQF_3Wp5rdZT6N7vc8z8-epJlo38ZMNk/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+030.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451940664896746354" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_-fqr3y7Ap2VdkTLCSrKcoQbsaid5C1zObjcEbOvw-ggh8zIi5zgcrjmuoASy41HkvaVOO8tJW-Mtb9zi5UUS5FL8t_QxJvyrtteu-7lvSEfKQF_3Wp5rdZT6N7vc8z8-epJlo38ZMNk/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+030.JPG" /></a><br />An area to display art.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMVa6F_i_mhfrgwX9y9nn8NPSqsbvTN3sdqr1ZeNbqNJ8ZJBp9nPm7_AxN7VmrcTW7HYsrho0Ly44v8Xt8fTfe2YuXcXB13Wz7snpBNq9aMJGc4mEH4z9NSPqcC9yIYSJ63sIZRrfNar8/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+079.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451940584307691010" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMVa6F_i_mhfrgwX9y9nn8NPSqsbvTN3sdqr1ZeNbqNJ8ZJBp9nPm7_AxN7VmrcTW7HYsrho0Ly44v8Xt8fTfe2YuXcXB13Wz7snpBNq9aMJGc4mEH4z9NSPqcC9yIYSJ63sIZRrfNar8/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+079.JPG" /></a><br />A quilt that features one of the most famous temples in Japan, Kinkakuji, hangs in the alcove. There will be more on this quilt in a future blog.</div></div></div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-89226189593734424482010-03-23T08:00:00.000-07:002010-03-29T17:33:38.120-07:00Texture Magic Tuesday/ All Occasion BasketsWith Easter around the corner, now is a good time to think of decorating with baskets.<br />We have a wonderful idea, made especially with Texture Magic.<br />Spring-time fabrics make a basket perfect for Easter egg hunts or a spring table centerpiece.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLvOWeQR6z7tc7Tp87cplTBD0MBAUqdOAJAd9GGt-XPnIVLNuzYYikk8c0v29HINMsi26hZY6JQdRYAnae-zt8MIydBdY0d0UoJE2LV7U9ugWSyMVcfTfP8rL_ZWHFV61i5fAFEJMB11U/s1600-h/all_occasion_baskets_front.jpg"><img style="width: 256px; height: 400px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450822400677656018" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLvOWeQR6z7tc7Tp87cplTBD0MBAUqdOAJAd9GGt-XPnIVLNuzYYikk8c0v29HINMsi26hZY6JQdRYAnae-zt8MIydBdY0d0UoJE2LV7U9ugWSyMVcfTfP8rL_ZWHFV61i5fAFEJMB11U/s400/all_occasion_baskets_front.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />The <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/patterns/products/">All Occasion Baskets </a>by Annie Unrein are offered in two versions.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc3O4Vy5aWhTwvCOGPd4I-8DyBXvXbm3zNf40NL-8XEVhyphenhyphen0jgo9OgYEQgSQeaiWt1YiUJ2WpxYh7LKVbE9-WK2KHwI7ST0tPyClafzilzNiIwLfFxbXJOlNv7hZaR9_Tk-RzZeM56RB30/s1600-h/Easter_basket_t280.jpg"><img style="width: 280px; height: 367px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450821246208105906" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc3O4Vy5aWhTwvCOGPd4I-8DyBXvXbm3zNf40NL-8XEVhyphenhyphen0jgo9OgYEQgSQeaiWt1YiUJ2WpxYh7LKVbE9-WK2KHwI7ST0tPyClafzilzNiIwLfFxbXJOlNv7hZaR9_Tk-RzZeM56RB30/s400/Easter_basket_t280.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Version 1 has a texturized inset strip bordered with optional rick rack trim.<br />Version 2 has a texturized body and optional rick rack trim spanning the plain inset strip.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA215keIHs69h6VcdG5k8eSn-Fvv6PaEli74nUbphdTe_he4R_ShlCrk0ZAdB73zavejCV4EjnxEKjZnybPiew48kObvM4n8bMJ52gbBHu2azC9ZnJgK4Nsf_vx3sgZ1bW_2oKylL-BhU/s1600-h/TM+Basket.jpg"><img style="width: 332px; height: 400px;" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5450821467935589010" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA215keIHs69h6VcdG5k8eSn-Fvv6PaEli74nUbphdTe_he4R_ShlCrk0ZAdB73zavejCV4EjnxEKjZnybPiew48kObvM4n8bMJ52gbBHu2azC9ZnJgK4Nsf_vx3sgZ1bW_2oKylL-BhU/s400/TM+Basket.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Pick a fabric appropriate for the recipient and make baskets to use as gift baskets for any occasion through the year.<br />I can think of a few sewing friends who would love a basket full of Superior Threads.<br /><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/patterns/products/">All Occasion Baskets</a> can be ordered on our <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/patterns/products/">web site</a>.Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-40903339376686668792010-03-22T07:15:00.000-07:002010-03-22T08:14:03.329-07:00Bali HaiCongratulations to Marilyn Badger of St. George, Utah for winning Best Large Quilt at Road To California 2010.<br />"Bali Hai" (94" X 94") was made and quilted by Marilyn.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBoVQkHJUobZ2HpTK4d_iq_wHsHHfpK9uCSlFIVLifHc306qM3LUx23QIXrkMgDYMtiGtWevW_fNfhJ-xt-gWf8m-r_pzYIgyb8f7az82NRAfifjClS3ePiFdjfIluyc8_ZKMSE0wiE6M/s1600-h/Bali+Hai+1.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 398px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436248134208312450" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBoVQkHJUobZ2HpTK4d_iq_wHsHHfpK9uCSlFIVLifHc306qM3LUx23QIXrkMgDYMtiGtWevW_fNfhJ-xt-gWf8m-r_pzYIgyb8f7az82NRAfifjClS3ePiFdjfIluyc8_ZKMSE0wiE6M/s400/Bali+Hai+1.jpg" /></a><br />In her artist statement, Marilyn shared the back ground for Bali Hai:<br />"Blocks were paper pieced using silks and cottons, then the entire center and all four corners were pieced together, piped and appliquéd to the background fabric. I then quilted 10,000 yards of metallic thread in a style I call overlay quilting. That is, the stitching provides another separate dimension to the quilt so that the quilting stands on its own."<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnKBpfnFjyNdC8ycptUJPVBOOaUr3XZ6tmN7hihfVT50Pe4pC6Gj_56vSpCuVukiJnJUKWodw_SpmvXFYcs5_U7IOwLVjaen1N0qnm0cBi235Ej3j72FEAzJcuPgWSwfkFdG7u5vRZLOs/s1600-h/182_8267.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436248037463442210" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnKBpfnFjyNdC8ycptUJPVBOOaUr3XZ6tmN7hihfVT50Pe4pC6Gj_56vSpCuVukiJnJUKWodw_SpmvXFYcs5_U7IOwLVjaen1N0qnm0cBi235Ej3j72FEAzJcuPgWSwfkFdG7u5vRZLOs/s400/182_8267.JPG" /></a><br />Marilyn used all Superior Threads in the construction of her quilt.<br /><ul><li>10,000 yards of <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/metallic-thread/description/">Superior Metallics</a> (copper and gold)</li><li><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/bottom-line/description/">Bottom Line</a> in the bobbin</li><li>Green variegated <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/rainbows/description/">Rainbows</a> in the background</li></ul><p>"I made the quilt to showcase working with guides and tools on the longarm and recently featured this quilt and Filigree on my taping of Love of Quilting with Fons & Porter which is airing now. It is a Claudia Myers design." Marilyn said.</p><p>Bali Hai has currently been honored with 5 awards: </p><p>1st Place Innovative Template and Viewer's Choice at MQX<br />1st Place Tools of the Trade at MQS<br />Best Artistry in Longarm Workmanship at Quilt Odyssey<br />Best Longarm Workmanship at AQS Des Moines<br />Best Large Quilt at Road to California </p>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-50571132274936565012010-03-19T07:45:00.000-07:002010-03-19T07:59:08.819-07:00Birds and RosesHand quilting is almost a forgotten art. Today we honor Pat Peters of St. George, Utah for winning 2nd place for Traditional, Large, Applique at Road To California 2010.<br />"Birds and Roses" (85" X 85")<br />All the applique and quilting have been done by hand.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheb1begWcExZSbTeHi8Pk9stImES-B7lE2dmi9c3fagqbGsvIdZ3X3JYMD4wYcqKSXd7_Pl1PLQ4suGfl0x9o_3cZzcz3ChELwflnshrjLeU8Rkewe20S9goMmJ4QHTHosyNuVT9JTHuE/s1600-h/Birds+and+Roses+by+Pat+Peters.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 394px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436256608810206146" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheb1begWcExZSbTeHi8Pk9stImES-B7lE2dmi9c3fagqbGsvIdZ3X3JYMD4wYcqKSXd7_Pl1PLQ4suGfl0x9o_3cZzcz3ChELwflnshrjLeU8Rkewe20S9goMmJ4QHTHosyNuVT9JTHuE/s400/Birds+and+Roses+by+Pat+Peters.jpg" /></a><br />Birds and Roses is from a book by Margaret Docherty of London, England.<br />There are 21 pieces in each rose.<br />"It took me 2 years to finish it, and I worked on it every day for about 4 or 5 hours. I enjoy the whole aspect of making a quilt, no matter how long it takes!!! By the time I am finished with it, I am ready to be finished!! It is done completely in batiks, and the shading of the roses was easier using the batiks. I wanted it to look like an English garden." Pat shared.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwmO4c20qD1oF088YUFolJzcn1Sq9rjSWAjhluxnaGKOmoY6BuVRlMDQYyfibxrqVsYC5pH6nYhBVWLJ8aNQqk6X0gRgMAsW1oeCHkJ8jMLoKLwgpOVU2_6JOqi-aiBvjVesMFPlpaLtc/s1600-h/pat+peters.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 215px; HEIGHT: 161px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5436255134805878658" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwmO4c20qD1oF088YUFolJzcn1Sq9rjSWAjhluxnaGKOmoY6BuVRlMDQYyfibxrqVsYC5pH6nYhBVWLJ8aNQqk6X0gRgMAsW1oeCHkJ8jMLoKLwgpOVU2_6JOqi-aiBvjVesMFPlpaLtc/s400/pat+peters.jpg" /></a><br />Pat used all Superior threads: <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/bottom-line/description/">Bottom Line</a> for applique, and <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/treasure/description/">Treasure</a> for hand quilting. "I loved the Bottom Line, because it completely, well almost completely disappears in the fabric." Pat said.<br />Congratulations Pat!Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-19248718358812537142010-03-16T07:55:00.000-07:002010-03-16T08:56:51.379-07:00Texture Magic Tuesday/ Journal CoverBridget Wideman has been using her creativity, and shared with us a few things she has learned as she works with Texture Magic.<br /><em><span style="color:#330033;">1. The next time you make a purse or tote bag, try texturizing your main fabric. I made a small purse and the just the flap is textured and it adds a bit of pizazz.<br />2. Before any project using Texture Magic, make a few samples first. A 1" straight stitch grid gives you a puffy appearance, whereas small free-motion stippling give a very crinkled appearance. I have samples of my four favorite "looks", depending on what I plan on doing.<br />3. Instead of using fusible web to attach your Texture Magic fabric pieces, try good old Elmer's Glue. First I tried using a variety of specialty glues make for attaching embellishments, but Elmer's holds better, is quick to dry and dries clear.<br /></span></em><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNV4eoUILKMdumesz5Bq8pscKJ72wCmk8AhXkpYTUNc-VwErY9uGf52bMcyK6-34LE8kqk7EkexyXBNVQlXooRbtRKcplSR0nn7-aQ1-AkrKfUoYHSss2gbUs-RX7_YiTHnD61CYChM-E/s1600-h/Mackenzie-Texture+Magic-Misc+032.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 262px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445112694623880354" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNV4eoUILKMdumesz5Bq8pscKJ72wCmk8AhXkpYTUNc-VwErY9uGf52bMcyK6-34LE8kqk7EkexyXBNVQlXooRbtRKcplSR0nn7-aQ1-AkrKfUoYHSss2gbUs-RX7_YiTHnD61CYChM-E/s320/Mackenzie-Texture+Magic-Misc+032.jpg" /></a><br />Bridget recently made a journal cover using Texture Magic and Superior Threads.<br /><span style="color:#330033;">"I took a few 8x8 squares of Fairy Frost with the Texture Magic on the back and I did some really dense free-motion stitching on a few of them (the blue and yellow). I also used a serpentine stitch to make a grid pattern with the squares being about 1/2" or so on the bright pink fabric. It's neat how you can have a really puffy piece or a really crinkly piece depending on your stitching.<br />On the quilted fabric cover I used Superior Thread, of course! Brytes #1132"<br /><br /></span>Thank you for sharing your ideas with us Bridget!<br />We would love to see how you are using Texture Magic in your projects. Please send pictures and a short description to <a href="mailto:nedra@superiorthreads.com">nedra@superiorthreads.com</a>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-85002124365746689082010-03-15T08:15:00.000-07:002010-03-15T08:50:34.956-07:00Avilyn Helps Pull OrdersOur grand daughter Avilyn may only be a year old, but she already loves our training program with Bob.<br />We figure it's time she learns the business. Pulling orders was her first assignment.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYgKoulcO_npPdekDkJcpuexCQtr9mBwr7JSV_Q9ramYRvMAMAzvVD0-FL7aMWDUXGbccLUeZVW748hpK9Wl9jp3ImHCOdtggksfWUjMyanfvWEmomSivdeHhjwPfFTFSCGDYcYbqkad4/s1600-h/Baby+Avi+%40+Work+004.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441230137842692882" style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYgKoulcO_npPdekDkJcpuexCQtr9mBwr7JSV_Q9ramYRvMAMAzvVD0-FL7aMWDUXGbccLUeZVW748hpK9Wl9jp3ImHCOdtggksfWUjMyanfvWEmomSivdeHhjwPfFTFSCGDYcYbqkad4/s400/Baby+Avi+%40+Work+004.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />We hope her first word is "thread".<br />No, it should be Grandma.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjEujUNhUVbSan-3zzRIjMM-hX-3gys6Q_hvRWfhiB1xa0lzFxZ16VJo2PIG6rxNdqefheY4lia4tmUpS-4zMnGeKnw-YZfUSZjbicMk11_Gi02lt_gtIFx3bMgZJ47slfHZ6LeeFnhbE/s1600-h/Baby+Avi+%40+Work+013.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441229990924098130" style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjEujUNhUVbSan-3zzRIjMM-hX-3gys6Q_hvRWfhiB1xa0lzFxZ16VJo2PIG6rxNdqefheY4lia4tmUpS-4zMnGeKnw-YZfUSZjbicMk11_Gi02lt_gtIFx3bMgZJ47slfHZ6LeeFnhbE/s400/Baby+Avi+%40+Work+013.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Or maybe "grandpa". That would be OK, too.Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-13455049353311694922010-03-12T06:45:00.000-08:002010-03-12T06:47:33.824-08:00Working With Metallic ThreadDo you know that Superior <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/metallic-thread/description/">Metallics</a> was our first product line?<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbk2wL5o_oREbAoJ3aXCfz6Ppfm1AegdSKN02AxDYqfWLNVAtJJtGlO6B7cr_ZuInRRuTJq10_Vo-vLJ20Il5dAwhvf6ZFvyCNEorVEKbYkOw9ZFsEL9bWN6ZYtVdH9FMmVW2b1TvyMSI/s1600-h/All-Size-Product-shot-L.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 300px; HEIGHT: 208px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432036016989728946" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbk2wL5o_oREbAoJ3aXCfz6Ppfm1AegdSKN02AxDYqfWLNVAtJJtGlO6B7cr_ZuInRRuTJq10_Vo-vLJ20Il5dAwhvf6ZFvyCNEorVEKbYkOw9ZFsEL9bWN6ZYtVdH9FMmVW2b1TvyMSI/s320/All-Size-Product-shot-L.jpg" /></a><br /></div><div>By using these few simple rules, you can enjoy working with Metallics: </div><div><em><span style="color:#000000;">1. Needle: Topstitch or Metallic #90/14 (home machines)<br />2. Top tension: loosen to a "1" on home machines<br />3. If a spool, position the spool on the vertical pin holder in such a way that the thread unwinds directly from the side of the spool with the spool rotating. The thread should not unwind over the end or top of a spool.<br />4. If a cone, thread must unwind straight up over the top of the cone.<br />5. Bottom thread (bobbin): any smooth polyester. </span><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/bottom-line/description/"><span style="color:#000000;">The Bottom Line</span></a><span style="color:#000000;"> is best</span>.</em><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio1HWpwOB46qdXjpBQ6aEnYKdrkCkpC4f8aLJMsXkXxJnhqTrnJMaWPHZ9rrfX1WHVcfKC8fmEDeOx6qukzayQROQ6cBGPoFF3stQpR2w6uaPHPuP9CdZPVoZ8NjL0JQG5G0MDu0b9Uso/s1600-h/Superior-Metallic-Logo.png"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 121px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5432035929891056866" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio1HWpwOB46qdXjpBQ6aEnYKdrkCkpC4f8aLJMsXkXxJnhqTrnJMaWPHZ9rrfX1WHVcfKC8fmEDeOx6qukzayQROQ6cBGPoFF3stQpR2w6uaPHPuP9CdZPVoZ8NjL0JQG5G0MDu0b9Uso/s320/Superior-Metallic-Logo.png" /></a><br />•A strong, durable, beautiful 40 wt. thread. Available in 25 colors.<br />•Ideal for embroidery, quilting, applique, and decorative serging<br />•The only metallic thread that is guaranteed to work. </div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-43106098694073726172010-03-09T07:00:00.000-08:002010-03-09T07:00:07.184-08:00Texture Magic Tuesday/ Fat Quarter BagsOur thanks today goes to Bridget Wideman, for sharing with us her purse made with Texture Magic. Bridget's inspiration came from M'Liss Rae Hawley's book titled "101 Fabulous Fat Quarter Bags".<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGt77GiJzoTKGDFEyOKzQd-wOeKnyyghCj_FV7Ze87AbqRYbhpTYJIBeA1DqPalaCv_Jf4zpw0sdq-sUYLbRfBETRHRe8bT8o9QBnfUXoqh7yKBx-gdc0gbVt6WdvU6Kdve4pfugQWWXc/s1600-h/Mackenzie-Texture+Magic-Misc+037.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 350px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5444784257935496370" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGt77GiJzoTKGDFEyOKzQd-wOeKnyyghCj_FV7Ze87AbqRYbhpTYJIBeA1DqPalaCv_Jf4zpw0sdq-sUYLbRfBETRHRe8bT8o9QBnfUXoqh7yKBx-gdc0gbVt6WdvU6Kdve4pfugQWWXc/s400/Mackenzie-Texture+Magic-Misc+037.jpg" /></a><br />Bridget altered the pattern slightly and used Texture Magic on the flap. She shared with us her experience in using Texture Magic:<br /><strong><em><span style="color:#000000;">"Thanks for coming up with such a neat product! I make quilts for the Alzheimer's Art Quilt Initiative and I can't wait to use it in one of my quilts!"<br />Bridget Wideman (QuilterBridget) </span></em></strong><br /><span style="color:#000000;">*We love seeing your projects made with Texture Magic. Please send photo's and a short description to <a href="mailto:nedra@superiorthreads.com">nedra@superiorthreads.com</a></span>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-82496317684637720462010-03-08T06:10:00.000-08:002010-03-08T06:11:39.740-08:00Tuscan Sun<span style="FONT-STYLE: italic">Tuscan Sun</span> by Gina Perkes of Payson, Arizona. Gina was honored with The Future of Quilting Award at the International Quilt Festival in Houston last October.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb-mCHdiQWmDbK2uktrHiBQJ59nZE8G_N1crc2PyepyR8nKm2yHqTWLrSEpRF6wGAfbgmjetBUcbKJhkOr_QNGR0UUN8T8mCkSLEaKZJltu46G_VHNYffr9B7vtSAi0iRbIkK0czN3_MA/s1600-h/Tuscan+Sun+by+Gina+Perkes.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 314px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431648926726684978" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb-mCHdiQWmDbK2uktrHiBQJ59nZE8G_N1crc2PyepyR8nKm2yHqTWLrSEpRF6wGAfbgmjetBUcbKJhkOr_QNGR0UUN8T8mCkSLEaKZJltu46G_VHNYffr9B7vtSAi0iRbIkK0czN3_MA/s400/Tuscan+Sun+by+Gina+Perkes.jpg" /></a></div>Gina hand dyed 100 yards of fabric for this project, working to get just the right colors she was looking for.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1J0g-Sx9IzAkh3hz_npOEiZl0P7wWA33IVc7rOyIr46fUFTZg3kfJU_fz4-j4x5JiuE7rlU_8_ZXFxA_qHmV0G3_3pRGSWTt8byNx9T0vCDh_cQDyPKQsedFj9RmWByBCTGK38kmnWAI/s1600-h/gina+perkes+%232.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 225px; HEIGHT: 220px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431648749222431378" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1J0g-Sx9IzAkh3hz_npOEiZl0P7wWA33IVc7rOyIr46fUFTZg3kfJU_fz4-j4x5JiuE7rlU_8_ZXFxA_qHmV0G3_3pRGSWTt8byNx9T0vCDh_cQDyPKQsedFj9RmWByBCTGK38kmnWAI/s320/gina+perkes+%232.jpg" /></a><br />We have known Gina for many years and admire her beautiful work. Congratulations Gina!</div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-43518157398956983132010-03-05T07:45:00.000-08:002010-03-05T07:57:25.587-08:00Adam and The S.T.E.P. ProgramA year ago, on our<a href="http://superiorthreads.blogspot.com/2009/03/step-program.html"> 3/16/09 post</a>, we shared with you the S.T.E.P. program for our employees.<br />S.T.E.P (Superior Threads Educational Program) is optional, and provides incentives for our staff to read books that will increase their knowledge in business and customer service.<br />We pay them $20 for each book completed, with an accompanied 1 page report. (Yes, you read that right).<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtZQjZ5DTeU2_MAsrr85uFVxdCqVHVjjNvxcaWMxO5PA0a97PfH8Q7WBcMvxKDdyDlsEzPPMEB62KsiA6fn-y_RXoOAiaWPs9oIjkRbUQr8k8hdHjoACmKuFYSy7Y3gJ-fRQ2MzY0ZQ9o/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+023.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 240px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441256902271165058" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtZQjZ5DTeU2_MAsrr85uFVxdCqVHVjjNvxcaWMxO5PA0a97PfH8Q7WBcMvxKDdyDlsEzPPMEB62KsiA6fn-y_RXoOAiaWPs9oIjkRbUQr8k8hdHjoACmKuFYSy7Y3gJ-fRQ2MzY0ZQ9o/s320/ST+Blog+pictures+023.JPG" /></a><br />Adam Fisher, who works in our warehouse, is the current leader in number of books read. In the last 10 months, Adam has read around 37 books. This has been a great way to supplement his income as he is married, going to school, and expecting his first baby any day.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbs2GNES9_soltcq7VZQrXCbY80mYPzQqhYYmIasS5nxVsUb-gwZ8kufo1YNqGOQhBcA9XVMzvTOBBVKWEoK0f8dTQWTMKkU08deJw33c-184H2mryflu8tqlgYUQ6AhTuUiKT_y6bT4s/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+024.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 357px; HEIGHT: 400px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441256736764947762" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbs2GNES9_soltcq7VZQrXCbY80mYPzQqhYYmIasS5nxVsUb-gwZ8kufo1YNqGOQhBcA9XVMzvTOBBVKWEoK0f8dTQWTMKkU08deJw33c-184H2mryflu8tqlgYUQ6AhTuUiKT_y6bT4s/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+024.JPG" /></a><br />Adam feels that he has learned many things in reading this last year. "I have definitely become more business savy." he said. "I've learned ideas of how to be unique in the business field, and how to stay ahead of the game. I've learned the steps a person can take if they choose to start up their own company. And I've learned many values and ethics in the work place."<br /><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGqXfM_cXYEQ7UMifl73w8HCoAJUXNaAPjqc7L42bqxGL3KO97GiphyphenhyphensBpcZQcGd9kRyfTg07L_xfZXuMiAEhtj_0KRilBoeh8rz9x_Sibn4nBJBGTVvRUhRd79IWE5ZZoTTVh_9OnsLY/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+027.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441256527962849266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGqXfM_cXYEQ7UMifl73w8HCoAJUXNaAPjqc7L42bqxGL3KO97GiphyphenhyphensBpcZQcGd9kRyfTg07L_xfZXuMiAEhtj_0KRilBoeh8rz9x_Sibn4nBJBGTVvRUhRd79IWE5ZZoTTVh_9OnsLY/s400/ST+Blog+pictures+027.JPG" /></a> </div><div>This is just a few of the many pages employees have used as they check out books from our work library.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwIzoow0W1Kis0WSwBy28nGps6gzZNgtHsIKO8KylrUWwA8FpqIOeeA0N5OwVy88shzxFL8gFihjn0rRYl_iGxop3W-nskBBujvpNrYXXeKgLCR1iM-9gY4yBvbSJd7UZCoPz4-iEznjM/s1600-h/ST+Blog+pictures+026.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 178px; HEIGHT: 200px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441256626096708930" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwIzoow0W1Kis0WSwBy28nGps6gzZNgtHsIKO8KylrUWwA8FpqIOeeA0N5OwVy88shzxFL8gFihjn0rRYl_iGxop3W-nskBBujvpNrYXXeKgLCR1iM-9gY4yBvbSJd7UZCoPz4-iEznjM/s200/ST+Blog+pictures+026.JPG" /></a><br />Adam said his favorite book read so far is "Who Moved My Cheese?".</div><div>Originally, Adam participated in the S.T.E.P program because of the extra income. Now, with all that he has learned, the motivation has shifted.<br />Adam likes caring for spiders as a hobby. I have seen them and even touched them. Tarantulas to be exact. He would like to start his own business raising Tarantulas and selling them. Any customers? </div></div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-768508496832475062010-03-02T06:00:00.000-08:002010-03-02T06:14:56.435-08:00Texture Magic Tuesday/ Architexture<a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/texture-magic/patterns/products/">Archi<strong>texture</strong></a>: What a great name to combine this stunning quilt with Texture Magic.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5BUpl-nEtcdsdn0IhINAtbq4l-KZwQySp_u1UL5svq2L2WSFtI50TVa17LfIap9v_T0JHvZMglZfQQ88XV9WsJGlA3PLU0wsfbS140XxbX3UJfTwu4JmzGW5cOroT1Z-Ud4DWVbZGEFw/s1600-h/architexture.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 323px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439297881411203682" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5BUpl-nEtcdsdn0IhINAtbq4l-KZwQySp_u1UL5svq2L2WSFtI50TVa17LfIap9v_T0JHvZMglZfQQ88XV9WsJGlA3PLU0wsfbS140XxbX3UJfTwu4JmzGW5cOroT1Z-Ud4DWVbZGEFw/s400/architexture.jpg" /></a><br />Assembly is easy using time-saving methods — <strong><em>no curved piecing involved</em></strong>!<br />Pattern designer Annie Unrein includes step-by-step instructions for texturizing the fabric as well as assembling the quilt.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR5XnBGmo1oK5kIXDZYL5AxNitSOLzihBsqJS1hLXo5Gx1TLNzCKZDsS7_kAvBtjIopUc6xU1zXMga2WyBwN3gBzOM2Ox2M2KdNL4tVkSiY6XU-WT4T7JN-br9f-UntymOFkspVXjgmiA/s1600-h/architexture_tablerunner.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 223px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439297824252878674" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR5XnBGmo1oK5kIXDZYL5AxNitSOLzihBsqJS1hLXo5Gx1TLNzCKZDsS7_kAvBtjIopUc6xU1zXMga2WyBwN3gBzOM2Ox2M2KdNL4tVkSiY6XU-WT4T7JN-br9f-UntymOFkspVXjgmiA/s400/architexture_tablerunner.jpg" /></a><br />With eye catching accents, this masculine quilt can be made into a twin/ full size (75" X 90") or a table runner (24" X 42")<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVAJkdzi0zEQeGJ4fepwa7hpxHjnt3C8WsXJ3dsH154YNyEfkMf_y_ikz3me66XtYQB85hjgVZmbjmy7NpIkMuaWoex4npLOsArIFTvq6UuVd3S7oJVJxY2EFIRX4_Xv4fE1J57S9o4-g/s1600-h/architexture_block.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 386px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439297755194202418" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVAJkdzi0zEQeGJ4fepwa7hpxHjnt3C8WsXJ3dsH154YNyEfkMf_y_ikz3me66XtYQB85hjgVZmbjmy7NpIkMuaWoex4npLOsArIFTvq6UuVd3S7oJVJxY2EFIRX4_Xv4fE1J57S9o4-g/s400/architexture_block.jpg" /></a><br />Annie used Java Batiks by <a href="http://www.eeschenck.com/">E.E. Schenck</a>.<br />Machine quilting by <a href="http://suzanneearley.net/">Suzanne Earley</a>.<br />Architexture and all other Texture Magic friendly patterns can be found on our <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/texture-magic/patterns/products/">web site</a>.Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-21833516472739496842010-03-01T07:00:00.000-08:002010-03-01T07:06:08.081-08:00Pam Holland Classes at Our SchoolPam Holland has been invited to teach at our School of Threadology May 3-5th.<br />We would love to have you join us for three days of fun. A two day class from Pam ( 3rd and 4th) with Bob and I teaching on the optional third day.( 5th )<br />Registration is limited, so make sure to sign up now by e-mailing <a href="mailto:ricci@superiorthreads.com">ricci@superiorthreads.com</a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiMGukHV1q6PqrEZZKoHpqx1OfMID3mLWI6GnhvS7I5wpw4LFX4dzDffrrGrL097enj7Qg5o0Q7MCWu5P656PueErDNFNSwKAmiolG_GMg-bp1BDCJzm65bkHOQxPCqSYRzrXoShUPVVo/s1600-h/Pam+Holland.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 150px; HEIGHT: 194px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441275275421547746" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiMGukHV1q6PqrEZZKoHpqx1OfMID3mLWI6GnhvS7I5wpw4LFX4dzDffrrGrL097enj7Qg5o0Q7MCWu5P656PueErDNFNSwKAmiolG_GMg-bp1BDCJzm65bkHOQxPCqSYRzrXoShUPVVo/s400/Pam+Holland.jpg" /></a><br />Pam is a Houston Best of Show winner teaching classes all over the world, and we feel very fortunate to have her join us as a guest teacher here in St. George, Utah.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCjt-DImDsp7_B6k7ze7zKLYUfFOsdTWKlITkSPq7b2wVYKAYWY_U7P2PmKpxy1_Vz-SuW00d-ItMx7AhUfeX8k2w-zMqQSeXV3bmJk8iqaIIcfbkeBYUxlPODasc5gyarEoLqUG6Ofsw/s1600-h/Pam's+Collage+%232.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 365px; HEIGHT: 244px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441275180611722946" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCjt-DImDsp7_B6k7ze7zKLYUfFOsdTWKlITkSPq7b2wVYKAYWY_U7P2PmKpxy1_Vz-SuW00d-ItMx7AhUfeX8k2w-zMqQSeXV3bmJk8iqaIIcfbkeBYUxlPODasc5gyarEoLqUG6Ofsw/s400/Pam's+Collage+%232.jpg" /></a><br />Have you wanted to learn how to have the fabric do the talking? What are the award winning quilters' secrets to maximizing their fabric choices?<br />"Fabric Collage" is a class for all levels of experience. If you can cut a piece of fabric and lay it down, you can make a collage.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW7c6Owan6mxnYvQRDaG3cyjZJ2eU8DdvRX83eYa7crPeUfv7TtJ6QxevQdxzzL2aoEq9o4gt-8FzOmAwRH8qXOpHsczDExNdstm-YwjBKYxHHtoIpgj0eGDEHI26chAV5LbYCBAPkC3Q/s1600-h/Pam's+collage+%231.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 212px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441275083757415346" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW7c6Owan6mxnYvQRDaG3cyjZJ2eU8DdvRX83eYa7crPeUfv7TtJ6QxevQdxzzL2aoEq9o4gt-8FzOmAwRH8qXOpHsczDExNdstm-YwjBKYxHHtoIpgj0eGDEHI26chAV5LbYCBAPkC3Q/s400/Pam's+collage+%231.jpg" /></a><br />Pam has promised to teach us a no-fuss collage technique that will be easily accomplished in class.<br />In this class you will learn:<br />1.The excitement of the fabric hunt.<br />2.Learning to let go.<br />3.Art and expression.<br />4.Creative and expressive quilting<br />For more details on the session, visit our <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/threadology/may-session/">web site</a>.Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-46077046318285418842010-02-26T08:45:00.000-08:002010-02-26T08:48:01.319-08:00Quilt Retreat At Zion National ParkI belong to my local quilt guild- The Dixie Quilt Guild and every year we hold a quilt retreat at Zion National Park. Actually at a hotel just outside the park.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3JDP-P77RtqDCkfrNaYzbbUQcqp0VinoBh_iG55FIxUwsaLRmE9HBfDOQLrWllvdgr7KfNLBaUimEOi-0wx4j5fw1VvHDIk0u1wp_kjA0mdmUQowfdIEtAiF27jMVhdG96NBQppXT1F8/s1600-h/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+074.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441235140223224210" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3JDP-P77RtqDCkfrNaYzbbUQcqp0VinoBh_iG55FIxUwsaLRmE9HBfDOQLrWllvdgr7KfNLBaUimEOi-0wx4j5fw1VvHDIk0u1wp_kjA0mdmUQowfdIEtAiF27jMVhdG96NBQppXT1F8/s400/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+074.JPG" /></a><br />Zion is only 40 miles from our home, and yet it seems I don't get here nearly as often as I would like. This was an overcast day but still the colors are pretty.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiGO2x3y22N5iSrtvkM15GkaQQbP28EG91yFd8g_iTj0t7iSxzOtG35r-rIAHDqXgp8ze2I_p3sxJ3a9Azo6Pec7sz6K-RBlkBMwGDIqssRxnvs0wGzqg0U_mex7BFT_I6iMyhFRqOEK4/s1600-h/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+077.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441235005760115810" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiGO2x3y22N5iSrtvkM15GkaQQbP28EG91yFd8g_iTj0t7iSxzOtG35r-rIAHDqXgp8ze2I_p3sxJ3a9Azo6Pec7sz6K-RBlkBMwGDIqssRxnvs0wGzqg0U_mex7BFT_I6iMyhFRqOEK4/s400/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+077.JPG" /></a><br />The rock formations hold beauty year round and when the sun hits these rocks, it is amazing how red they become.<br /><br />Even in the winter, when the skies are gray, the view is spectacular. This was our view outside the window.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRAkCYocURzio4M6UMi2hpPxgYOJWgBzfcLjjm_hjdU0zLf4DBCk48PBitJb_KvKnU1nrukxVOot1KSpgXsWR9rzhEaFjxXermBpq84ms0uufeKAQ5QIZeLEbLTb7FvAXD_Gl38FnKZNY/s1600-h/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+052.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 266px; HEIGHT: 320px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441234796138174290" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRAkCYocURzio4M6UMi2hpPxgYOJWgBzfcLjjm_hjdU0zLf4DBCk48PBitJb_KvKnU1nrukxVOot1KSpgXsWR9rzhEaFjxXermBpq84ms0uufeKAQ5QIZeLEbLTb7FvAXD_Gl38FnKZNY/s320/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+052.JPG" /></a><br />I am trying to sew but I want to chat with everybody and see what they are doing. Also the "treat" table is just outside and beckons me.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ_iphs7-tH7TU-n8RASMzOJbuU_XOh38ZlQnXEh4KnvLt6bd_6F9e9sfRs7vlhLc_EB7nlBt_VpLBsncoVGgd2X8o7shX4005ExpvARETdJdSZURlJKCmCR-9de3dMGOPrGMWV2kxyTk/s1600-h/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+055.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 299px; HEIGHT: 400px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441234685990772258" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ_iphs7-tH7TU-n8RASMzOJbuU_XOh38ZlQnXEh4KnvLt6bd_6F9e9sfRs7vlhLc_EB7nlBt_VpLBsncoVGgd2X8o7shX4005ExpvARETdJdSZURlJKCmCR-9de3dMGOPrGMWV2kxyTk/s400/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+055.JPG" /></a><br />OK. Back to work! Only this is fun work!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqGxhyphenhyphenwMBbe105WvOJfKtLYPVQ3KvOh2dLNPZxiimuwfiwm5bv-wqRJzj9cCXlCjpiqWDkhsYFKPtzElyxmKUz7nwtM6obffjHTShwf9CLUJu8fDJ6AW_dg0MDnmBr-HlLuEHjYgpbzRQ/s1600-h/margarets+trunk+show+001.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441235326973223938" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqGxhyphenhyphenwMBbe105WvOJfKtLYPVQ3KvOh2dLNPZxiimuwfiwm5bv-wqRJzj9cCXlCjpiqWDkhsYFKPtzElyxmKUz7nwtM6obffjHTShwf9CLUJu8fDJ6AW_dg0MDnmBr-HlLuEHjYgpbzRQ/s400/margarets+trunk+show+001.JPG" /></a><br />I, of course, use <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/masterpiece/description/">MasterPiece</a> when piecing the top together.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp4wQAQYE4B1czaX5qst1V6Y1Ae96ETGC1mP8f_FXkuDN9t7iG_-rC13YV7iYb_1jO8Du7fZ_ZDfVkXYXVlpMJwJ5QuSm-JTR4i301mnF0Pd5AsLwR9kX48m2aU5kjMnEjJazIXh0hxac/s1600-h/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+063.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 316px; HEIGHT: 320px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441234538259313122" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp4wQAQYE4B1czaX5qst1V6Y1Ae96ETGC1mP8f_FXkuDN9t7iG_-rC13YV7iYb_1jO8Du7fZ_ZDfVkXYXVlpMJwJ5QuSm-JTR4i301mnF0Pd5AsLwR9kX48m2aU5kjMnEjJazIXh0hxac/s320/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+063.JPG" /></a><br />The guild brings in Darbe, a trained Massage Therapist, to help loosen up stiff muscles after a day of sewing. I wish she lived next door but lucky for her she doesn't.<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg298ljZtFvhzU-1FiM8GiRwlHpRE9l8QOAYJw9gFM7ngs0s568AZXb68cqksvECaihjnJnTsppjKCrjb4VXs6FJ7UfyxCOlBSSUR0sQ4ORHbMVgLVvMipGMtc27MgTduwgkBFZ8aWUObQ/s1600-h/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+065.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5441234385906264578" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg298ljZtFvhzU-1FiM8GiRwlHpRE9l8QOAYJw9gFM7ngs0s568AZXb68cqksvECaihjnJnTsppjKCrjb4VXs6FJ7UfyxCOlBSSUR0sQ4ORHbMVgLVvMipGMtc27MgTduwgkBFZ8aWUObQ/s400/zion+retreat+day+1+and+2+065.JPG" /></a><br />Ahhh... Yes, right there. </div></div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-61769948965084652852010-02-23T05:45:00.000-08:002010-02-23T05:47:10.614-08:00Texture Magic Tuesday/ Tickled PinkWith Easter around the corner, it's time to start thinking about making dresses for the special little girls in our lives.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG660rbFsxhxQrPOgtrOYSoRyB1qWakuJfhO4t2rCEwabc2BoXMdiZoYQjTatE4BtIfE7gf8KyxUuJGw18nxgpgpcn2PKsMfD1aTjxkfAfNSUo_86b1gFGm-rUMGN5jSpY5nwrqHfQsBw/s1600-h/productimage-picture-tickled-pink-7564_tn_w400_h400.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 247px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439281271295423170" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG660rbFsxhxQrPOgtrOYSoRyB1qWakuJfhO4t2rCEwabc2BoXMdiZoYQjTatE4BtIfE7gf8KyxUuJGw18nxgpgpcn2PKsMfD1aTjxkfAfNSUo_86b1gFGm-rUMGN5jSpY5nwrqHfQsBw/s400/productimage-picture-tickled-pink-7564_tn_w400_h400.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/texture-magic/patterns/products/">Tickled Pink</a> by designer Annie Unrein combines Texture Magic with this wonderful ensemble.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiacTxNBsR4zXSJPjXC0NjE-cYCGdbgX9WBHOWnY_AALt_kenKDZxxBKxh8Maou2zezMyPEbtelJv5L2Qmy1uHc4OwnfsMzNCFcHsnX3yYZMgDaR54NPtxEjxxrQjIPYF79J0TIoQkVEfM/s1600-h/tickled_pink_detail.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 259px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439280711433213282" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiacTxNBsR4zXSJPjXC0NjE-cYCGdbgX9WBHOWnY_AALt_kenKDZxxBKxh8Maou2zezMyPEbtelJv5L2Qmy1uHc4OwnfsMzNCFcHsnX3yYZMgDaR54NPtxEjxxrQjIPYF79J0TIoQkVEfM/s320/tickled_pink_detail.jpg" /></a><br />For the outfit pictured, the fabric was stitched to the Texture Magic using a serpentine stitch in an irregular grid pattern. That gives a wonderful effect when texturized!<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnC8RWn4pdwyFLVOcr-Gh6V4KkYJ7bCS-YUldbjNJIwYt8sCiQlQ9Y8degj2GeMnL-8FG0K6sVzhwg3eVqrbGoZooqxcZdZON8ktay3gBMkKrybHub0GuNBQ5fEs7a8bwH_fODoaCbqd4/s1600-h/tickled_pink_purse.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 228px; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439280528498409522" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnC8RWn4pdwyFLVOcr-Gh6V4KkYJ7bCS-YUldbjNJIwYt8sCiQlQ9Y8degj2GeMnL-8FG0K6sVzhwg3eVqrbGoZooqxcZdZON8ktay3gBMkKrybHub0GuNBQ5fEs7a8bwH_fODoaCbqd4/s320/tickled_pink_purse.jpg" /></a><br />The pattern includes complete, step-by-step instructions for texturizing the fabric and assembling the outfit. Full-size patterns are included for dress with lined bodice, sunhat, and purse. Sized to fit toddlers, ages one to two years.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmsn1Uvw-V4xNMp2ZXWPD9sQP7ILuD9jLRrlj36hT-ng930H_4dY3P1rum7-63Ii6UcQnefNMQh0V-_qLG944L97CRZ7uu8dOXOly_xA8Pdy7TplCywOzUt_vWw9-Arf2FwVn2j4m-6TY/s1600-h/tickled_pink_hat.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 227px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439280359982186818" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmsn1Uvw-V4xNMp2ZXWPD9sQP7ILuD9jLRrlj36hT-ng930H_4dY3P1rum7-63Ii6UcQnefNMQh0V-_qLG944L97CRZ7uu8dOXOly_xA8Pdy7TplCywOzUt_vWw9-Arf2FwVn2j4m-6TY/s320/tickled_pink_hat.jpg" /></a><br />Tickled Pink and all other Texture Magic friendly patterns can be ordered on our <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/texture-magic/patterns/products/">web site</a>.Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-26506021332493264522010-02-22T09:30:00.000-08:002010-02-22T09:34:29.933-08:00Threading Your Needle with PreWound Bobbins<span style="font-size:130%;color:#000000;"><strong><em>Question</em></strong></span>: Does thread have a direction? For example, if I wind a bobbin and then decide to use that bobbin on top, technically, the thread has been rewound. Does that matter? I have been told that thread has a direction, and we must always begin with the the thread coming off the spool.<br /><div><div><div><div><div><span style="font-size:130%;color:#000000;"><strong><em>Answer</em></strong></span>: When using a top quality thread such as MasterPiece, Bottom Line, or other Superior thread, you can thread your needle from either end. A loosely or poorly twisted thread may not work well if rewound, but a top quality thread with a smooth, tight twist will work well in either direction.<br /></div><br /><div>Our suggestions when selecting a thread for hand applique:<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJnw-3FLRrN1_CWo8TpWzNkcBZFpabXtj8884d3qnMCOhksdJDc-23EPMHEsG_95J5GU1W5ukQVgkoMt2N2HsRuNBHFqDUUXsaAykwTp1pernw2Cemu12rlwULcF0FYPxHYAkdlIMX870/s1600-h/frosted+donut.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 200px; HEIGHT: 197px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5438856005911625090" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJnw-3FLRrN1_CWo8TpWzNkcBZFpabXtj8884d3qnMCOhksdJDc-23EPMHEsG_95J5GU1W5ukQVgkoMt2N2HsRuNBHFqDUUXsaAykwTp1pernw2Cemu12rlwULcF0FYPxHYAkdlIMX870/s200/frosted+donut.jpg" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/frostings-prewound-bobbins-145/frosted-donut/products/">Frosted Donuts</a>: 36 colors of MasterPiece/ 50 wt.</div><div>100% extra long staple Egyptian-grown cotton.</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxQ21l48vnNTzl18wq1QJsjlwkNr03ZqN2FeTWWWYnWv1aDT4Q4XTaL7zfl6qzI6Ey73eqrJJYuDrwoJ5nCJQJEHazDLZF-Mv2ndh-kv4S30LH8IODwj2e31C3YUIYT3f1H9Va61hO25k/s1600-h/Frostings-Logo.png"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 125px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431603668904657298" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxQ21l48vnNTzl18wq1QJsjlwkNr03ZqN2FeTWWWYnWv1aDT4Q4XTaL7zfl6qzI6Ey73eqrJJYuDrwoJ5nCJQJEHazDLZF-Mv2ndh-kv4S30LH8IODwj2e31C3YUIYT3f1H9Va61hO25k/s320/Frostings-Logo.png" /></a><br /><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/frostings-prewound-bobbins-145/frostings-1/products/">Frostings</a>: assortments of 12 colors in MasterPiece<br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5kRyHj4-unsxToU7pFY-N-wAijuA3KzkE4Gi31c7baACq8uhniCd-xcnRz0y2WwMz7yAlB9Rzxx_E9DiUXBcjsdx1WXtQ2FDUWffigYCfijrt8S_qC1eI3e53vaitLI2DyuEzrDYW9qo/s1600-h/Holy+Super+Bobs.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 200px; HEIGHT: 197px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5431603508459934386" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5kRyHj4-unsxToU7pFY-N-wAijuA3KzkE4Gi31c7baACq8uhniCd-xcnRz0y2WwMz7yAlB9Rzxx_E9DiUXBcjsdx1WXtQ2FDUWffigYCfijrt8S_qC1eI3e53vaitLI2DyuEzrDYW9qo/s200/Holy+Super+Bobs.jpg" /></a> </div><div><a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/set-of-35-colors/products/">Holy SuperBoBs</a></div><div>35 colors of BottomLine 60 wt. polyester</div></div></div></div></div></div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-22806818802005940842010-02-19T05:30:00.000-08:002010-02-19T05:36:22.443-08:00Bob's Valentine SurpriseBob surprised me early this year for Valentine's Day. He was teaching seminars in Phoenix and I was missing him on Thursday and Friday.<br /><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijz6bWsI2slXQlBmyJxD_W9LgSMB3sZ_rwgStU4KvemCAIaMzV_rU3FJbk1GeBPnOp1byNZQ0KEizsEsqCS_KLRkQUzp4bOvug69yugilfZg0i_wsOoQJR_g9PFhzc4_27ic2wGpK0Cw8/s1600-h/IMG_3653.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 300px; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439682877660859266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijz6bWsI2slXQlBmyJxD_W9LgSMB3sZ_rwgStU4KvemCAIaMzV_rU3FJbk1GeBPnOp1byNZQ0KEizsEsqCS_KLRkQUzp4bOvug69yugilfZg0i_wsOoQJR_g9PFhzc4_27ic2wGpK0Cw8/s400/IMG_3653.JPG" /></a></div><div>Then the doorbell rang and this beautiful floral arrangement arrived.</div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIdfPpgDkGQJ3biwuHLeBhZ-97flN12Xvm_pajYqkZT7V7SgNYNVgLUB7D6rsHMPJ2eAH_y82WDSoIlCeRN-kUkJ8eE3kzXNV_4I1LyOCbs2mNmt-TWgBrq2_NPyf0SqO6KJXpbuj4tFc/s1600-h/IMG_3649.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439683222482690786" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIdfPpgDkGQJ3biwuHLeBhZ-97flN12Xvm_pajYqkZT7V7SgNYNVgLUB7D6rsHMPJ2eAH_y82WDSoIlCeRN-kUkJ8eE3kzXNV_4I1LyOCbs2mNmt-TWgBrq2_NPyf0SqO6KJXpbuj4tFc/s400/IMG_3649.JPG" /></a></div><div>Later in the day, I received a box via FedEx. Inside were the most lovely chocolate covered strawberries I have ever seen. They were the best I've ever tasted. Each was decorated differently and abundantly dipped in chocolate. Thank you Bob. </div></div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-73200472450147267232010-02-16T06:30:00.000-08:002010-02-16T06:37:45.123-08:00Texture Magic Tuesday/Brushed Muslin PillowQuilt Store owners have been great supporters in using Texture Magic. Many sew samples and offer Texture Magic classes.<br />Pillows make an easy project to showcase one of the many uses of TM.<br />Our thanks today to Sue Kassler of <a href="http://www.quilters-stash.com/index.html">Quilters Stash</a>, North Attleboro, MA.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig5mnSBrYMpMhNPMYw-4QmmodGkrccVwktviSJwBm9mVE9Ufw8QUXTLo5anpHG0UV_JYZwN8k1NlEfq8lXF8aFautv1YLwajSSOY0tX_AMVCK_WS37OL38rZd-gy-EGvQUPfVkB4XbQKg/s1600-h/quilters+stash+pillow+4.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5433416789546181266" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig5mnSBrYMpMhNPMYw-4QmmodGkrccVwktviSJwBm9mVE9Ufw8QUXTLo5anpHG0UV_JYZwN8k1NlEfq8lXF8aFautv1YLwajSSOY0tX_AMVCK_WS37OL38rZd-gy-EGvQUPfVkB4XbQKg/s400/quilters+stash+pillow+4.JPG" /></a><br />Sue made this decorative pillow, with just a 1 inch channel using a brushed muslin that looks like suede.<br />Projects made with solids are becoming quite popular this year.<br />Because of her love of Texture Magic, Sue has also been speaking at local guilds and is demoing TM there as well.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo-jl3RlOq2nNx2z7iGQgk3a6eSB3jMh7A6IfN3L__f4f9Xh6r9D1U9xQl5EaINriakmYhh10EnGIKjjYvZ-2mn67X3rz44YjTBvYAtZeB1wRmaZHFUvcVqVYlm9_Ii5DpCwwSMsnsSTQ/s1600-h/close+up+textureizing+quilters+stash+pillow+2.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 400px; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5433416444520986898" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgo-jl3RlOq2nNx2z7iGQgk3a6eSB3jMh7A6IfN3L__f4f9Xh6r9D1U9xQl5EaINriakmYhh10EnGIKjjYvZ-2mn67X3rz44YjTBvYAtZeB1wRmaZHFUvcVqVYlm9_Ii5DpCwwSMsnsSTQ/s400/close+up+textureizing+quilters+stash+pillow+2.JPG" /></a><br />Thanks for sharing your ideas with us Sue!<br />If you have made a Texture Magic project, we would love to see pictures. Please send pictures, with a brief description to <a href="mailto:nedra@superiorthreads.com">nedra@superiorthreads.com</a>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-40956257621103886572010-02-15T07:40:00.000-08:002010-02-15T07:40:59.748-08:00New Revised Inventory List<span style="font-size:130%;color:#660000;"><strong><em>WHAT'S NEW<br /></em></strong></span><div>To help you keep track of your thread inventory, we have recently revised our <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/media/docs/inventoryList.pdf">Inventory List</a> on our <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/media/docs/inventoryList.pdf">web site</a>. This list is 24 pages long and lists each thread line and each color. It offers a great way to check what you have and also makes a great shopping list.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmknGH4iz-ECOmuQvZns4rFpAzulOESM9GNNq01zJtE2SWOyf0q50C1Zp4slAaFHqJmVsahgXRTObY99hlD6ac-m3xb4FTyOuBLwSMioDtM4plNQ_lR_J7aJq7qbZlQfmNilKQeeYpqI/s1600-h/Superior+Threads+Logo+Snip.JPG"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 158px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5435957547831622082" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmknGH4iz-ECOmuQvZns4rFpAzulOESM9GNNq01zJtE2SWOyf0q50C1Zp4slAaFHqJmVsahgXRTObY99hlD6ac-m3xb4FTyOuBLwSMioDtM4plNQ_lR_J7aJq7qbZlQfmNilKQeeYpqI/s320/Superior+Threads+Logo+Snip.JPG" /></a> </div>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2179433221337441556.post-75024739060971064982010-02-12T06:45:00.000-08:002010-02-15T07:24:53.797-08:00Close-Out on Schmetz NeedlesWe are closing out on Schmetz needles.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkzVl9j9V0w5fk5_Dp2HGt1Xl-4NwZasQmI0h_FbSTgrp8UhA0jxJ_eqf46vIcXFYASnElS-MI7RQdpSHZo9aijpj4VWLRftsewpcUnWVExQeuin2w3okHE-S7_JipcdgzrNlDIMIwkP8/s1600-h/Specials-Logo.png"><img style="WIDTH: 320px; HEIGHT: 133px" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5435960120070077906" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkzVl9j9V0w5fk5_Dp2HGt1Xl-4NwZasQmI0h_FbSTgrp8UhA0jxJ_eqf46vIcXFYASnElS-MI7RQdpSHZo9aijpj4VWLRftsewpcUnWVExQeuin2w3okHE-S7_JipcdgzrNlDIMIwkP8/s320/Specials-Logo.png" /></a><br />Pack of 5 needles is only $3.50 (reg. $5.99).<br />Includes Schmetz Topstitch :<br /><ul><li>#90/14</li><br /><li>#100/16 </li><br /><li>Metallic #90/14</li></ul><p>No limit, but quantities are limited. Items on the Specials page are listed alphabetically so scroll down to S for Schmetz or <a href="http://www.superiorthreads.com/shop/category/specials/products/">click here</a>. </p>Superior Threadshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17490736954933716931noreply@blogger.com0