Timeless and Contemporary - We've Got It All

Whether your tastes run towards Timeless or Contemporary,

The Pine Needle has you covered.  Check out these new lines that just came in.

Classic and timeless  - beauty and elegance

Here's beautiful new line from Moda called Remembrance.

Look at this beautiful theme print!

But if your taste runs a bit more modern

and you'd like to add a little zest to your Fall, 

check out this collection of coordinating fabrics from 

Free Spirit, Michael Miller and Moda.  

How about some Tiffany Blue to brighten your Fall?

Here's a trendier take on Fall.

And now something for every quilter out there... a great deal on thread.

Check out this collection of basic colors from Aurifil.  

This is amazing piecing thread and you'll want this Basic Collection.

You get 12 spools of thread in this nice case for just $99.   

If you bought each spool separately it would cost $120.

Quilt for the Cure!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Here's your chance to support 
the Susan G Komen Foundation

and win a beautiful quilt.

All the money goes directly to breast cancer research.

K103 - our local radio station 

is supporting this effort 
by linking to the online auction.

You can either click on the pink banner above, 

or on K103 to be taken to their home page. 

Let the bidding begin!

Let's see how much quilters can raise 
in the fight against breast cancer.

We're at the Northwest Quilting Expo

The Northwest Quilting Expo started today.  

Come see some amazing quilts, 

90 vendors, and of course... The Pine Needle.  

Here's our booth.  Be sure to stop and say "Hi."

The show runs through Saturday.

Flannel Frenzy

The weather is definitely turning chilly which means it's time to start thinking about flannel.

And do we have loads of flannel for you.

If you have a small child in your life... 

here's an adorable panel with coordinating fabrics by Riley Blake.

This is one of the cutest flannels we've seen and what an easy quilt to put together.

Maybe you have an older child in your life.  

We have loads of flannels to make cozy college quilts.  

Pictured below are the Duck and Beaver colors just in time for football season.

If you can't make an entire quilt... 

frame a t-shirt for a surprise pillow case for your favorite student.

And when you're done with your college quilt, 

you can use the extra fabrics to make these wonderful flannel pumpkins.

What a cozy decoration.

And last but not least... we're getting ready for the Northwest Quilting Expo 

that starts this Thursday and runs through Saturday. 

Be sure to stop by our booth and say hello.  

Here's a sneak peak at our back room 

where we are madly putting together kits, fabric, patterns and quilts.

September 18% Coupon & New Catalog from The Pine Needle

The Pine Needle Newsletter September 2010 in this issue :: Upcoming Events :: Bruschetta :: Spotlight Special :: Find us on Facebook :: Destination Oregon Tara Quilt Greetings! With September comes "back to school", autumn in the air and subtle thoughts of winter, which brings....dare we say....the holidays.  And all good quilters know it is time to design, purchase fabric and begin holiday quilts!  No scare needed: The Pine Needle is filled with new designer colors, patterns and inspiration for college quilts, Halloween fun and winter warmth.    We've got you covered! Announcing a new first for The Pine Needle and for our customers:  You can now view our catalog on line through our e-mail newsletter link.  We hope this will make our catalog accessible for all our email newsletter readers.  Save this email and you can return to our catalog as frequently as you desire. Click here to link to our Fall 2010 catalog The beautiful Civil War inspired cover quilt, in soft blues, navies, browns and warm beiges was created by Maggie Hayes from a Bonnie Blue pattern.  Named "Tara" from the fictional home of Scarlett O'Hara, this is a quilt destined to become a family heirloom.  Tara Quilt Don't Forget our 18%  September 18th birthday sale 18% off all regular priced items Saturday, August 18th (see coupon at the bottom of the email) Background fabric:  Serenity Basics 11081-F   $9.50/yd (call to order 800-655-5632) Tara Quilt Pattern Upcoming Events September 23 -25  Northwest Quilting Expo at the Portland Expo Center November 6-14  Annual Fall Anniversary (our 19th) Sale November 19-20  Winter Candlelight Showcase Tomato, Red Onion & Basil Bruschetta Janet P's favorite fresh tomato recipe just in time for the fall harvest. Originally from epicurious.com by Amy Finley Good way to use small heirloom tomatoes in assorted colors for a pretty presentation. Makes 4 servings  Ingredients: 2 cups assorted cherry, grape and teardrop tomatoes, cut in half or into thirds. ½ small red onion, finely chopped 2 -3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 Tablespoons olive oil, plus additional for brushing 3 Tablespoons chopped fresh basil 1 ½ Tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 large loaf of foccacia bread or ciabatta bread halved horizontally or thickly sliced 'good bread' 1 clove of garlic, peeled and halved Directions: Combine tomatoes, finely chopped onion, 3 Tablespoons olive oil, chopped fresh basil and balsamic vinegar in a medium bowl.  Season tomato topping with salt and pepper. Topping can be made 2 hours ahead.  Cover and let stand at room temperature, tossing occasionally. Cut bread in half (foccacia or ciabatta). Place bread, cut side up, on baking sheet. Brush bread with olive oil.  Toast bread in broiler until top is golden brown.... watch closely because it can burn quickly.  Remove toasted bread from the oven and immediately rub cut side of bread all over with the halved garlic.  Then cut bread into serving size pieces.  Top toasted bread with tomato mixture and serve.  Garnish with basil leaves. Free Pattern Fall Scattering Leaves Fall Scattering Leaves Our playful collection of colorful flannel leaves provide infinite decorating possibilities.   You can download the free pattern and instructions by clicking on the link below.  Supplies needed for this project:  flannel scraps, thread and fusible fleece. Link to Leaf pattern and instructions Fusible Fleece Visit Our  Updated Blog Site The Pine Needle Blog  Flannels aren't just for quilts! Scrap-Bag Tier Dress  How about flannels for pumpkins, purses, pillowcases, leaves and this adorable little girl's dress!  We find flannel makes up wonderfully in lots of projects. Lorrie used a mixture of Woolies flannels with a tiered little girl's dress pattern to create the jumper above. Tier Dress Kit Tier Dress Pattern Our Tardy Quilt New Garden Waltz New Garden Waltz Do you remember making that most important quilt which needed to be finished and to the quilter if it's going to be ready for the big birthday party and you end up wrapping a partially completed quilt with a note?  Well, that happens to us too!  This beautiful quilt, made from our Garden Waltz pattern and the elegant Serifina fabrics, wasn't completed until after the catalog went to the printers.  We hope you will take a look at our New Garden Waltz either on line or in our store. New Garden Waltz Find us on Facebook  Editor's note:  Since so many have indicated a reluctance to sign up for Facebook, we asked Julie to write a few brief thoughts on joining FB. The Pine Needle is on Facebook now!  For those of you who haven't used the social networking site, we encourage you to try it.  It is the easiest way to look at pictures from others, and to share yours. Facebook (FB) is easy to set up.  You control what information is visible and, yes, you can look at others "profiles" but no further without 'permission' called "friending".  Same goes with others looking at your profile.  They can't see your notes or photos without your permission.  Permission means making a person your FB "friend".  FB will notify you through your email when "an allowed friend" has sent you a note or commented on a photo or note you have posted.  FB communication is shared/posted instantly, in the "now" moment, with all the folks you have allowed as "friends".   Give it a try.  It's fun. And it's another way to keep in touch with us, The Pine Needle. For more information on FaceBook go to www.wikihow.com/Make-a-New-Facebook-Account Spotlight Special:  New Product Sullivan's Cutting Edge Ruler Sullivan's Edge Ruler Sharpen your blade with every cut: 650 grit Diamond Carbide edge, keeps your rotary blades sharp as you work. Full frosted back: ruler slides when you want, reduces visual clutter. Easy square up lines: use the inside Edge of red angel to cut squares and trim up blocks..   Click on the link below to watch a YouTube Video with Pat Sloan demonstrating and discussing the new rulers.  Pat Sloan demonstrates new rulers 6.5" x 24.5" ruler Our Price: $24.79                           List Price: $30.99  (6.5" x 12.5" ruler:  Our Price: $14.40  List Price: $17.99) Cutting Edge Rulers Destination: Oregon Loving color! Dahlia Festival in Canby, OR If you travel to the Portland area in either spring or late summer, treat yourself to a trip to one of the flower festivals put on by the growers of bulbs.  The above photo was taken two weeks ago at the Swan Island Dahlia Festival.  The acres of vibrant color inspire ohs and ahs from all the visitors.  It's no wonder the dahlia has inspired so many quilters to try to capture their beauty. In the spring you can visit the growers that specialize in tulips, daffodils, iris or peonies.  The fields of color are just plain "awesome"! We hope this autumn season brings you a bounty of color, love of the change of seasons and inspiration through nature's beauty.  Come see us and share ideas. We thank you for your continued support of The Pine Needle. Geri and The Pinecones 429 First St., Lake Oswego, OR  97034     503 635-1353 1 -800 655-5632 The Pine Needle Website The Pine Needle Blog  Save 18% It's September's birthday time and you get the gift!  To celebrate our 18th year in business, you receive 18% off all regular priced items in the store.* One day only! 18% off Saturday, September 18th  If ordering by phone, please mention the 18% discount. If ordering on-line, please send an email with 18% in the subject line to friends@pineneedlequiltshop.com .  * not valid on gift certificates, wool basket of the month, software or classes.  Can not be combined with other coupons or sale prices. Offer Good September 18, 2010 only Offer good on September 18, 2010 only

Texture Magic and Halloween Tote

Our Fall Open House is over - what a blast we had!  

Now it's time to turn to our Fall projects, 

and here's one that uses a fairly new product called 

"Texture Magic" from Superior Threads.

This product is a steam activated shrinking fabric made of polyester 

that "magically" shrinks and texturizes your fabric 30% in all directions.  

After shrinking, the result is permanent and it is washer and dryer safe.

Here's a before and after photo.

Here's a close up of the final "texturized" fabric.

And here we've used it on an adorable pumpkin tote bag 

which is available as a kit, just give us a call or stop in the store.

Think of all the texture possibilities.... fall leaves, landscape quilts, snowmen...