**NEW PATTERNS**

  • Songbirds BOM
    Here is where you'll find the most recent additions to our offerings at Treasured Threads!

Candlelight Creations

  • Friends are Kind Stitchery
    Let Leanne May's stitcheries speak to your heart!

Cinderberry Stitches

  • Truly Scrumptious BOM ~ Miss T Tipsy ~ Block 4
    Natalie Lymer has designed some of the cutest stitchery patterns! Check out her whimsical selections of bags, quilts and wallhangings!

Gail Pan Designs

  • Decorate the Tree
    Welcome to the world of Gail Pan Designs! Gail is another great Australian quilt designer with whimsical designs! Experience the best in quilting ~ piecing, applique and stitchery!

The Janelle Wind Collection

  • Sweet Janice
    Welcome to Janelle Wind, one of our newest designers! Check out her gorgeous pattern line combining applique, piecing and stitching!

Leanne's House ~ Designs by Leanne Beasley

  • Peace and Plenty
    A great selection of books and patterns from popular Australian designer Leanne Beasley!

Lynette Anderson Designs

  • Friends for Christmas Book
    Lynette is an English born designer transplanted to Australia in 1990. You'll love her patterns for quilts, stitcheries, bags, aprons and punchneedle!

Melly & Me

  • Deck the Halls
    Sisters Melanie Hurlston and Rosalie Quinlan make up the design team of Melly & Me. They love what they do and it shows in their designs! If you're looking for a new 'bag', these girls will fulfill your desires! Great softies, too!

Natalie Ross In Stitches

  • Bed Bugs Pyjama Pillows
    One of our newest designers, you will love Natalie's wonderful, whimsical style!

Red Brolly ~ Bronwyn Hayes

  • Songbirds BOM
    One of Australia's most popular designers, we are proud to now be able to offer Bronwyn's whimsical designs in North America and beyond!

Rosalie Quinlan Designs

  • Little Bag of Dollies
    Half of the sister team of Melly and Me, Rosalie Quinlan has her own pattern line as well. Explore her gorgeous Block-of-the-Month quilts, whimsical handbags and cute stitcheries!

May 14, 2008

To Market, To Market...Jiggity Jig

Well, we're off to International Quilt Market in Portland, Oregon tomorrow.  We'll be checking out all of the new goodies from Australian designers as well as those here in the US.

We will be checking and responding to email while gone but will NOT be shipping again until Wednesday, May 23rd.

We'll be bringing home new products by Anni Downs of Hatched-n-Patched, Helen Stubbings of Hugs-n-Kisses, Lynette Anderson O'Rourke of Lynette Anderson Designs and some really neat CDs from Wysistas...and who knows what other surprises we have in store!!

We'll attempt an update with pics while we're gone...

Stay In Stitches!

Shannon

May 12, 2008

More New Magazines In Stock!

We have now added the following issues to our lineup:

Vol_9_no_2_2

Australian Homespun Vol 9 No 2 (Feb 08)

Featuring 11 Gorgeous Projects!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Kim Diehl
  • Sharon Oldfield
  • Carol Lewis of Magic Patch Quilting
  • J Leutenegger and DMC
  • Heather Waldron of Rainy Days Designs
  • Nicole Mallalieu of Nicole Mallalieu Design
  • Julie Lembit 
  • Lyn Brown of Boatshed Quilting
  • Sheena Chapman of Material Obsession
  • Goldie Konsak of Strictly Goldie
  • Rose Johnston of Threadbare Creations
  • Alison Stewart of Mabel Lane Quilting

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Vol_9_no_3

Australian Homespun Vol 9 No 3 (Mar 08)

Featuring 11 Fabulous Projects!

Enjoy Designs From:

  • Anni Downs of Hatched and Patched
  • Gini Simpson of Cat and the Fiddle Designs
  • Kristen Doran of Kristen Doran Design
  • Julie O'Conner of JOC's Studio
  • Megan Fisher
  • Diane Leftwich
  • Gail Pan of Gail Pan Designs
  • Liisa Dawson of The Quilters Corner
  • J Leutenegger and DMC
  • Val Laird
  • Julie McKenzie of Material Possessions
  • Alison Stewart of Mabel Lane Quilting

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AND COMING SOON:

Vol_9_no_4

  • Australian Homespun Vol 9 No 4 (April 08)

THIS is the one that *everyone* wants!!  There is a high demand for this issue and low inventory for the US.  If you'd like an issue, contact us NOW so we can put your name on the waiting list.  We should be getting this issue SOON and it's sure to be GORGEOUS! :)

Until Next Time...Stay In Stitches! :)

Shannon

April 23, 2008

WE HAVE WINNERS!!

Hi All!

With all of the excitement of my daughter's 4th birthday on Monday (and...shhhhh...don't tell anyone but today it's MY birthday!)...I'm a little slow getting names chosen for our pattern contest.

YAY for ALL of you who left comments on the last post up until April 21st because, instead of drawing names, we're giving away a FREE pattern to each of you!

Please use the "email me" tab on the left side and send us your snail mail address!

Thanks so much for leaving us a comment!  We have LOTS of great things in store in the near future! :)

Stay In Stitches...

Shannon

April 14, 2008

Welcome New Designer Natalie Ross!

We are very excited to announce the addition of patterns from another wonderful pattern designer, Natalie Ross of Natalie Ross In Stitches.  Just see what she has to offer!

The_wonder_of_spring_bom

Isn't this gorgeous?  It's (appropriately) called The Wonder of Spring...sometimes I wonder if Spring is ever going to get here!!  In the heart of the Midwest, we just experienced another 2" of snow this past Friday night. LOL  The Wonder of Spring is Natalie's newest BOM and runs for 10 months.  You can purchase the entire set for $110 plus $4.60 shipping OR you can purchase it on our monthly plan ($10 sign-up fee and $14 per month ppd).

For_you_with_love

This pattern is called For You, With Love and would make a great housewarming gift for a friend (whether they've moved or not!).  $14 plus shipping

Nellies_house

Come join the celebration at Nellie's House!  For only $14 plus shipping, you get the pattern to make both the quilt and the bag to carry it in!

Bed_bugs_pyjama_pillows

Doesn't your little Bed Bug need a cute pillow buddy to sleep with?  This pattern includes both designs and would be great for any little girl or boy!  $14 plus shipping

The_absent_minded_santa

Finally, who isn't ready for Christmas to be here in 8 short months?!?!  I hope Santa finds his pants by then!! LOL  $14 plus shipping

WE'RE HAVING A CONTEST!  Leave a comment on the blog and tell me what you like (or don't ~ we're always open for suggestions!) and your name will go into a drawing for a FREE pattern!  We will draw next week, Monday, April 21st, when it will be my oldest daughter's 4th Birthday!!  We might even draw FOUR different names!! :)

Stay In Stitches...

Shannon

March 31, 2008

Australian Homespun and Australian Country Threads are Here!

We are happy to announce that we are now carrying select editions of Australian Homespun magazine, Australia's No 1 patchwork, quilting and stitchery magazine and Australian Country Threads!  This is a trial run ~ so if you're interested in having Australian-based magazines become a permanent part of our offerings here at Treasured Threads, please let us know by leaving a comment!

Don't delay if you see one you're interested in.  There are limited quantities available and they won't last long!!  Each magazine is $10 plus postage in the US.

We currently have limited numbers of the following Australian Homespun issues in stock:

Vol_7_no_5_2

Australian Homespun Vol 7 No 5 (May/06)

Featuring patterns for a Winter Wonderland!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Nancy Halvorsen of Art to Heart
  • Julie Ward of Make Mine Primitive
  • Blue Willow Cottage
  • Linda Crew of Dewdrop Inn Patchwork & Craft
  • Julie Wilson of Rustic Country Wares
  • Rita Poel of Rita Poel Designs
  • Natalie Bird of The Birdhouse
  • Sarah Medina of Jellybelly Bears
  • Rickety Stitches
  • Leanne May of Candlelight Creations
  • Radda

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Vol_7_no_9 Australian Homespun Vol 7 No 9 (Sept/06)

Featuring 15 Charming Country Projects!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Jennifer Clemen of CottonWood Creations
  • Megan Fisher
  • Anni Downs of Hatched and Patched
  • Ann-Maree Canterford
  • Natalie Ross of Natalie Ross In Stitches
  • Radda
  • Monica Poole of Moon Shine Designs
  • Karen Winderlich of Handkrafted with Kare by Karen
  • Yvonne Reed
  • Annette Curtis of Willow Tree Primitives
  • Designer Challenge featuring Artful Offerings, Lynette Anderson-O'Rourke of Lynette Anderson Designs, Natalie Lymer of Cinderberry Stitches, Julie Ward of Make Mine Primitive and Kate Hampson of That Raggedy One.

Vol_7_no_9_inside_4   

Vol_7_no_11_3

Australian Homespun Vol 7 No 11 (Nov/06)

Featuring Fun Projects for Kids!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Roz Leadbetter of Country Cupboard Designs
  • Mary-Anne Hogan of Mary-Anne's Dolls n' Things
  • Tita Leach of Rickerty Rags
  • Christine Crocker of Deerfield Farmhouse
  • Janelle Wind of The Janelle Wind Collection
  • Natalie Rosin of Candleberry Country
  • Amanda Albert of The Herbal Angel
  • Lee French of The Village Patch
  • Radda
  • Brenda Ryan of Brenda Ryan Embroidery Designs

Vol_7_no_11_inside

Vol_8_no_2 Australian Homespun Vol 8 No 2 (Feb/07)

Featuring 12 Romantic Projects!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Joy White of From My Hands to Yours
  • Debra Gardiner of Wattlebee Designs
  • Bronwyn Hayes of Red Brolly
  • Polly Taylor of Patchwork by Sea
  • Amanda Albert of The Herbal Angel
  • Radda
  • Rosey Day
  • Leanne May of Candlelight Creations
  • Katrina Hadjimichael
  • Pamela Jolly of Pretty Ideas
  • Laurel Hermon
  • Elisha Duffy, Australian Homespun Young Designer of the Year - 2006

Vol_8_no_2_inside

Vol_8_no_4

Australian Homespun Vol 8 No 4 (Apr/07)

Featuring 14 Delightful Projects!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Alma Allen & Barb Adams of Blackbird Designs
  • Julie Wilson of Rustic Country Wares
  • Natalie Bird of The Birdhouse
  • Karina Shipley of Tea Rose Lane
  • Clare Mooney
  • Megan Holmes of From the Farmhouse
  • Julie McKenzie of Material Possessions
  • Radda
  • Jenny Bishop of Jenny's Friends
  • Michelle Bentley of The Primitive Pear
  • Marg Low

Vol_8_no_4_inside

Vol_8_no_5

Australian Homespun Vol 8 No 5 (May/07)

Featuring 11 Red Hot Projects!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Becky Ariura of Alley Cat Tales
  • Cally Newton of Neverending Thread
  • Jennie Osborne of Take Heart Designs
  • Bronwyn Hayes of Red Brolly
  • Rosalie Quinlan of Rosalie Quinlan Designs
  • Deborah Gough of Crafty Ole' Crow
  • Megan Fisher
  • Colleen Archbold of Piecefully Patched
  • Radda
  • Philippa Morris of Whiskers and Wings
  • Christine Book of Sew Christine Book

Vol_8_no_5_inside

Vol_8_no_8

Australian Homespun Vol 8 No 8 (Aug/07)

Featuring 19 Fantastic Projects!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Elizabeth Williams of The Patchwork Pear
  • Betz White
  • Lenna Green of The Green Thimble
  • Designer Challenge featuring Amanda Albert of The Herbal Angel, Leanne Beasley of Leanne's House, Lorraine Bate, Natalie Bird of The Birdhouse, Rosalie Quinlan of Rosalie Quinlan Designs and Melissa Duncan of Mogs Designs
  • Kate Hampson of That Raggedy One
  • Mandy Shaw of Dandelion Designs
  • Judy Golder of Simply Country Crafts
  • Sonya Cormaux-Jones of Giggle Buttons
  • Radda
  • June Gilchrist of June Gilchrist Designs

Vol_8_no_8_inside

Vol_8_no_9 

Australian Homespun Vol 8 No 9 (Sept/07)

Featuring 12 Exciting Projects!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Helen Stubbings of Hugs 'n Kisses & Tracey Browning of Constantine Quilts
  • Linda Ebright of Lizzie*Kate
  • Taylor Brown
  • Jennifer Knol of Jennifer Knol Designs
  • Melanie Hurlston & Rosalie Quinlan of Melly & Me
  • Christine Book of Sew Christine Book
  • Jacky Ayres of Jacky Ayres Designs
  • Lisa Dopking of Megelles
  • Radda
  • June Gilchrist of June Gilchrist Designs
  • Natalie Lymer of Cinderberry Stitches
  • Karen Bramich & Trudy Walker of Needle in a Haystack

Vol_8_no_9_inside

Vol_8_no_12

Australian Homespun Vol 8 No 12 (Dec/07)

Featuring 11 Exceptional Projects in this Special Kids' Issue!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Natalie Bird of The Birdhouse
  • Sandra Paull of Sun Valley Primitives
  • Allison Jane Smith of Plaids and Prints
  • Catherine Baynes of Willow Valley Store
  • Wendy Doyle of Heartworkz
  • LIsa Pay of Pedigrees Royal
  • Jan Mullen of Stargazey Quilts
  • Sharon Barr of Willberry-Lane
  • Radda
  • Jan Quigley of Country Originals
  • Jenelle Kent of Pieces to Treasure

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Vol_9_no_1_2 Australian Homespun Vol 9 No 1 (Jan/08)

***2008 Yearbook*** Featuring 16 Supreme Projects!

Enjoy designs from:

  • Alison Stewart of Mabel Lane Quilting
  • Karen Winderlich of Handkrafted with Kare by Karen
  • Janet Nesbitt of The Buggy Barn
  • Jamie-Lee Blenkinsopp-Stephens
  • Lynette Anderson-O'Rourke of Lynette Anderson Designs
  • Clare Mooney
  • Sarah Jackson of Hooked on Bears
  • Designer Challenge featuring Brenda Ryan of Brenda Ryan Embroidery Designs, Tita Leach of Rickerty Rags, Barb Smith of Woodcutter's Daughter, Joy White of From My Hands to Yours and Leanne May of Candlelight Creations
  • Fiona Tully
  • Andrea & Marieann Chitakis of Heart of Gold Creations
  • Fiona Jude of Country Threads
  • Natalie Kinlay of Country Lane Designs

Vol_8_no_1 Australian Country Threads Vol 8 No 1

Featuring 11 Fantastic Projects!

Meet:

  • Roz Leadbetter of Country Cupboard Designs
  • Annette Gero
  • Enjoy designs from:
  • Cheryl Billing Smith
  • Val Laird
  • Natalie Ross of Natalie Ross In Stitches
  • Linda Haigh of The Patchwork Cow
  • Mary-Anne Hogan of Mary-Anne's Dolls 'n Things
  • Wendy Doyle of Heartworkz
  • Teddlywinks
  • Yvette Stanton
  • Marianne Roberts

Vol_8_no_1_inside

Vol_8_no_2

Australian Country Threads Vol 8 No 2

  • Featuring 11 Exciting Projects in this Special Applique Yearbook!

    Meet:

    Linda Haigh of The Patchwork Cow
  • Gai Taylor

Enjoy designs from:

  • Carol Hughes
  • Gail Pan of Gail Pan Designs
  • Annalisa Contos
  • Gayle Holmes
  • Linda Haigh of The Patchwork Cow
  • Heather Waldron
  • Rosemary Dunn
  • Phillipa Morris of Whiskers and Wings
  • Julie McKenzie
  • Anne-Marie Canterford

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These are some great issues of these two wonderful Australian magazines!  Watch for more new patterns and more new designers to be added soon!

Stay In Stitches...

Shannon

March 24, 2008

**NEW THIS WEEK**

We have added more great new patterns this week!

From Cinderberry Stitches:

Vintage_garden_bom_quilt

Vintage Garden 10 month BOM

Saltbox_hill

              Saltbox Hill

Schoolhouse_sampler

              Schoolhouse Sampler

Christmas_belles 

   Christmas Belles Tablerunner

Sweet_peas_quilt

         Sweet Pea's Quilt

From The Janelle Wind Collection:

French_kiss

               French Kiss

Citrus_crush_2

                Citrus Crush

Sweet_janice

               Sweet Janice

From Rosalie Quinlan Designs:

Little_bag_of_dollies

          Little Bag of Dollies

From Bronwyn Hayes:

Flowerbed_book

             Flowerbed Book

Miss_millies_flower_patch_book

Miss Millie's Flower Patch Book

Polka_dot_girls_bom

         Polka Dot Girls BOM

Quilt_for_a_daughter

         Quilt for a Daughter

Songbirds_bom

             Songbirds BOM

That's it for this time around!  Send us an email with your order!  We accept all forms of payment through PayPal and also personal checks and MOs.

Keep a close eye on the site as we have more new patterns coming in all of the time.  New items on the way from Natalie Ross In Stitches SOON! :)

Until we stitch again...

Shannon

March 01, 2008

You've Loved Their Softies, Bags and Quilts...

And now you can have it ALL as we now carry the ENTIRE line of Melly & Me Patterns.  Magoo, Dilbert, Clancy & Clarabel, Freya, Hooty & Tweet, Little Kitty, Mad Cow, Mrs. Perkins and the Messenger Birdies have now brought the rest of their friends to our side of the world!

We are pleased to introduce:

Acute_softie                Buzby_baby_bee_softies

Acute                                                                                   Buzby & Baby Bee

Ellie_softie                Lottie_little_lady_softies

Ellie                                                                                      Lottie & Little Lady

                Phoebe_softie

Mad Mozzie                                                                                 Phoebe

Pocket_floss               Sangsang_softie

Pocket & Floss                                                                    Sangsang

Silly_bunny_silly_bunny_softies               Under_the_sea_softies

Silly Bunny & Silly Bunny                                                    Under the Sea

Continue reading posts as we feature Melly & Me's line of quilt and bag patterns.

Enjoy!

Stay in Stitches,

Shannon

New, Easy Quilt Patterns from Melly & Me!

Check out these great new quilt patterns from the design team Melly & Me!

1946_quilt                Baby_floss_quilt

1946                                                                                        Baby Floss

Billie_quilt                Deck_the_halls_quilt

Billie                                                                                   Deck the Halls

All of the patterns retail for $12.  Place your order today!

Stay in Stitches,

Shannon

Great New Bags from Melly & Me!

  Here are the new bag patterns we now have available by the awesome design team of Melly & Me!

Cherry_blossom_bag_2                 Latte_bag_2

Cherry Blossom                                                            Latte

Sunshine_bag_2                 Keiko_bag_2

Sunshine                                                                         Keiko

Miso_bag_2               Bloom_bag

Miso                                                                            Bloom

Sherbet_bag             Wally_wristy_bags   

Sherbet                                                                      Wally & Wristy Set

Poppy_bag                Hopscotch_bag

Poppy                                                                              Hopscotch

Candy_bag                Dolcetto_bag

Candy                                                                              Dolcetto

We also carry these favorites!!

Black_forest_bag                Toffee_apple_bag

Black Forest                                                                Toffee Apple

The_owl_the_pussycat_bags

The Owl & the Pussycat

NOW, with all of these great, fun choices...who would want to carry around a mass-produced store bought bag or purse?!?!

Quick, fun, easy to make!  Impress your friends!  Explore your creativity!  Make a great gift!

In Stitches,

Shannon

February 26, 2008

Great News!

We have great news to share with everyone!  We are now carrying the ENTIRE line of patterns from one of our favorite designers, Melly & Me!  We love Rosalie and Melanie's whimsical, fun style and their pattern line ranges from quilts to bags to their wonderful array of softies!  We'll be adding all of the new photos of their line to our website over the next couple of days.  You can always see the entire pattern line and read what the girls are up to over at their blog.

Keep watching for further updates!

Stay in stitches...

Shannon

February 05, 2008

**NEW** **NEW** **NEW**

WOW!  Have we ever gotten a wonderful assortment of new patterns!  This will be post 1 of 2 so look for more again soon...

We are so excited to be able to offer you the following designs from one of our newest designers ~ Janelle Wind.

Butterfly_kisses      Christmas_cheer      Frilly_dilly_bag

Butterfly Kisses              Christmas Cheer                Frilly Dilly Bag

NEW from Melly & Me:

Hooty_tweet      The_owl_the_pussycat_bags

Hooty & Tweet         Owl & The Pussycat Bags

NEW from Rosalie Quinlan Designs:

Quilt_giving_bag Dear_santa Easter_gift_bags Yuletide_doll

Quilt Giving Bag         Dear Santa          Easter Gift Bags          Yuletide Doll

NEW from Gail Pan Designs:

Winter_shopping_bags          Good_tidings

Winter Shopping Bags          Good Tidings

NEW from Cinderberry Stitches:

Truly_scrumptious_2

       Truly Scrumptious BOM

Gigis_journey_block_1_ts_2 Miss_t_tipsy_block_4_ts

         Block 1                    Block 4

A_christmas_wish Christmas_mice The_night_before

A Christmas Wish  Christmas Mice        The Night Before

Home_sweet_home            Friends_welcome 

Home Sweet Home              Friends Welcome

Ginger_spice  Tiny_tote  Stitched_angel_bag 

Ginger & Spice               Tiny Tote                 Stitched Angel Bag

The_needle_keeper             Stitched_trilogy

Needle Keeper                       Stitched Trilogy

You can click on any of the photos above for a larger view.  For a more detailed description and pricing, click on the "NEW PATTERNS" file on the left side of your screen or in each individual designer's file.  That's it for now!  We'll be posting some patterns from Bronwyn Hayes soon!

In stitches...

Shannon

 

January 21, 2008

Shipping Break!

There are TONS of new patterns on the way!!  Polka Dot Girls by Bronwyn Hayes, new Melly & Me, more of Leanne's House Butterfly Garden BOM, more Cinderberry Stitches...

We are leaving to go to a business conference tomorrow, Tuesday, January 22nd.  We *will* be answering emails while gone, but we will not resume shipping until Tuesday, January 29th.

More updates and fun stuff to come!

January 05, 2008

Exciting New Things!

Happy New Year, Everyone!  We are getting off to a great start to 2008 here at Treasured Threads!

Leanne's Butterfly Garden sold out almost immediately and we now have more sets of patterns on the way.  Thanks so much to all of YOU for supporting us!

Janelle Wind and Bronwyn Hayes have now joined our group of pattern designers!  We haven't yet placed that first stock order ~ We'd like for all of you to tell us what you'd like to see us stock!  You can see Janelle's line here.  A sampling of Bronwyn's patterns can be seen here.  I will have her brochure in about a week and will post some items then (she doesn't yet have her own blogspace).  WE WOULD LOVE TO HAVE YOUR OPINIONS! :)  Please comment on the blog or send us an email with what you'd like to see us stock!

We will also be placing an order with Anni Downs of Hatched and Patched.  You can see her site here.  We will be stocking her books "An Angel's Story" and "A Christmas Story" in addition to a few of her patterns.  What would you like to see?

We're *always* looking for new designers!  If there's someone you'd like to see, let us know!

I have had a few questions and I'd like to share them with you.

Do you have a website?  This is it!  We are working on a "real" website (www.treasuredthreadsonline.com), but it's not ready quite yet.  For now, you can find all that we offer right here!

Which patterns do you carry?  Everything that we currently carry is listed on the left hand side.  You can see "what's new" or look for a certain pattern/book by designer.  We *try* to be in stock with all items at all times BUT when there's a rush of orders all at once, occasionally, we may sell out.  If that's the case, we *always* offer free shipping for your back-ordered item once it arrives at the store and we ship out to you!

We are always happy to do "special orders".  If you find something on the designer's website that we don't currently stock, just ask!  We place orders every few weeks and would be happy to get something for you!

How do I place an order?  It's easy!  Look through what we have to offer and just send us an email!  We promise to provide a response in 24 hours or less!

How do I pay?  We currently accept all forms of payment through PayPal, personal checks or money orders.

Where are you located?  Right in the heart of the Midwest in the U.S.A.!

How do you charge for shipping?  We never charge a flat shipping fee and try to send your items the least expensive way.  Typically, we use the United States Postal Service.

Do you ship to Canada or overseas?  Yes we do.  We'll also tell you if it would be more economical for you to order from an Australian distributor.

Thanks so much for shopping at Treasured Threads!  We strive to be the largest shop in the US to stock patterns by Australian designers!

December 11, 2007

Leanne's New Butterfly Garden is on the Way!

Leanne Beasley's new BOM, Butterfly Garden, is completed and on its way to the United States!  We expect to have the patterns in about a week but you can place your order now!  You will love this new, gorgeous BOM done up in a pallette of pastel colors featuring alot of your favorites:  piecing, applique and stitchery!

Butterfly_garden_color_chart_2

Butterfly_garden_close_up_2

Butterfly_garden

Butterfly_garden_full

Welcome Cinderberry Stitches to our Pattern Line-Up!

Welcome to Natalie Lymer from Cinderberry Stitches to the list of designers we offer here at Treasured Threads!

We are currently stocking Cinderberry's following patterns:

Catch_the_spirit_2

"Catch the Spirit" is a cute, quick wallhanging to make up and spread the holiday cheer!  Featuring all of those wonderful things we love about the holiday season ~ Gingerbread, gifts, candy canes, holly, trees, stockings and that oh-so-wonderful "Ho Ho Ho" ~ you will love stitching up this small wallhanging!  Approximately 15" x 20" finished.  $12 plus shipping

"Cottage Blessings" and "Cottage Garden" Bags are sure to be a hit in your bag collection!  $13.50 each plus shipping

Cottage_blessings_bag

Cottage Blessings - approximately 15 1/2" x 15 1/2" not including handles

Cottage_garden_bag 

Cottage Garden ~ approximately 15 1/2" x 11 1/2" not including handles.  This pattern also includes a matching pin cushion that's a little over 5" square.

And talk about cute!  Check out "The Three Sisters" stitchery below featuring Doris, Ethel and Lucy.  What a great little giftie for your sisters or friends.  Take a close look...which one of the "sisters" are you?

The_three_sisters

Approximate finished size:  15" x 14".  Also included is the pattern for a "Doris" bag ~ 5 1/2" x 12".  $14 plus shipping. 

In about a week, we'll be adding Natalie's Truly Scrumptious BOM, Ginger and Spice bag (soon to be featured on The Quilt Show with Alex Anderson and Ricky Tims) and the Stitched Angel Bag. 

You can see Natalie's entire range of patterns on her blog here.  Stay tuned for more great additions to our line!

December 01, 2007

New Patterns are on the Way!

We are excited to announce yet more new patterns to the offerings here at Treasured Threads!  In addition to Rosalie Quinlan's new BOM, Home is Where the Heart Resides" (see post below for photo), arriving this week, we're also looking forward to receiving the new bag pattern from Melly & Me, "Toffee Apple".

Toffee_apple_bag_3   

We're also introducing Leanne May of Candlelight Creations with her great new stitchery pattern, "Friends are Kind".  Wouldn't this make a quick, excellent gift for a friend this holiday season?

Friends_are_kind_3 

And we're pleased to introduce Lynette Anderson of Lynette Anderson Designs.  Arriving soon will be the pattern for her "Welcome Home Cushion"

Welcome_home_cushion_3

and her book, "Friends for Christmas".  This is a great book that offers 10 different Christmas-theme projects, this quilt being the main one.

Friends_for_christmas_book_2

Stay tuned for more great news!  We're looking forward to adding Bronwyn Hayes and Janelle Wind SOON!

November 14, 2007

A Few Pics from Market

What a great time we had at International Quilt Market in Houston, Texas!  We went specifically to meet Melanie Hurlston of Melly & Me and Rosalie Quinlan, 2nd half of Melly and Me and creator of Rosalie Quinlan Designs.  Let me tell you...these girls have it GOIN' ON!!! LOL  They are absolutely wonderful designers and just dolls in person!  Although I seem to think I may have shrunk a bit as they both are so Tall! :)  Here we are following our night out for dinner together:

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That's Rosie on the left, me in the middle and Melanie on the right. 

As women, we have lots in common and it was great fun to learn all about their home in Australia!  They "traveled around the world" in a sense, as they flew from Houston to the Netherlands and then home to Australia.  After just getting home a couple of days ago, I am sure they are getting much needed rest right now!

Both have some great new patterns that have either just been released or are on their way to being released.  Rosie's new BOM "Home is Where the Heart Resides", seen below, was absolutely STUNNING in person.  We should have the patterns in early December. Home_is_where_my_heart_resides_2

The girls have also released some new 'softie' patterns including Magoo, Dilbert and Mrs. Perkins.  All are absolutely ADORABLE! :)  They would make great Christmas gifts for those little ones in your life.  Read the girls' blog here to see their little discussion of poor Dilbert as they were getting him ready for his trip to Houston. :)

Magoo

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Dilbert

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Mrs. Perkins

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A really nice surprise was also having the opportunity to meet Anni Downs and her husband, Peter, of Hatched and Patched.  She also has a wonderful selection of books and patterns that we will be acquiring for the store soon.  If there are any of her titles that you are interested in, please let us know.

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Keep stitching until next time! :)

October 24, 2007

We are Going to Market!

We are very excited to be attending Inte