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9 May 2025

Dear Reader,

It's Issue 10 of the Quilt Chronicles! Because I know you're probably as good as I am at reading Roman numerals. So why do I use Roman numbers, you ask? Because they look cool. That is my sole reasoning.

Anywhoo, I wrote a whole paragraph about the Fibre Fest (it was such a cool show) and also, if you could read to the bottom because I need you to fill out a mini survey for me, thank you very much.

In this issue:

1. Fibre Fest Debrief (and beginner fears)
2. ICYMI - New Quilt Kit
3. Quilting Questions - where we answer your most pressing (that could be a pun) questions about quilting, supplies, and the like
4. Mini Survey - I'm always looking to better serve you!

Without further ado, let's dig in...

Fibre Fest Debrief

As an introvert with social anxiety, nothing has been more surprising to me than to find out I enjoy doing shows/fairs. I had anxiety for weeks before the first one we did back in September. But once the fair began, I very quickly started to feel very comfortable. I've so enjoyed getting to talk to you in person and to meet other vendors in similar industries. Last Saturday we were at the Sunshine Fibre Fest. It was one of the nicest shows I've been to. The organizers were top notch, the vendors were all amazing, and the customers were such kind and lovely people.

One of the things I enjoyed was chatting with all of the new quilters or not-yet quilters. There were so many people that said they loved quilts but they'd never be able to do it. If this is you, I'm certain you are wrong about that. While no craft is for every person, it breaks my heart to hear people who've never tried to quilt, say they are incapable. It may not be the easiest craft but it's definitely not the hardest.

And if you choose your first project wisely, there's no reason why you shouldn't be able to do it!

Here are a few resources to help you get started:

• ​My Favourite Beginner Quilt Patterns - choosing the right pattern makes all the difference!
• ​Essential Quilting Tools Every Beginner Quilter Needs​

ICYMI - New Quilt Kit

Golden Hour Quilt Kits Yesterday we launched our newest quilt kit featuring the Memory Wall quilt pattern and this lovely Golden Hour fabric by FIGO. Check it out! Shop This

What's on the horizon

1. Yes, we've got another quilt show on the books. This one is next month and is hosted by Quilting Corners Guild in Alliston, ON. The quilt show is on the 7th and 8th of June.
2. We're also working on something new just for beginners. Keep an eye out for hints and sneak peaks in the coming weeks!

Quilting Questions

Every month I choose one of your questions to answer here. This month, we're talking about thread.

Q: What's the difference between cotton thread and polyester thread? - Anita

A: I love this question. There are several differences between cotton and polyester, the most obvious being that cotton is a 100% natural fibre while polyester is synthetic.

The more functional differences are that polyester is stronger and more durable. Polyester is also less likely to shrink. However, polyester is essentially plastic and so there are environmental and health concerns for a lot of people.

Cotton on the other hand, is natural and will eventually compost when the item it's made with is no longer in use. Cotton is also heat resistance, so if you're making items for the kitchen like pot holders, you'll need to use cotton to ensure that you don't have any melting threads.

This is where knowing how your finished item will be used is so important. Polyester is great for things that will need to be washed frequently, while cotton is great for heirlooms and kitchen items like pot holders.

Do you have a question about quilting? Hit reply to this email for a chance to have your question answered in Vol XI of the Quilting Chronicles.

Mini Survey

While we're on the topic of questions, I have a question for you. I'd love it if you could answer the survey below. This will help me to better serve you by providing content and information that is tailored to your skill level.

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