Corris Uchaf, Wales
jane
Quilter who loves textiles, colour and design. I also paint a bit and sort of play several musical instruments.
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Quilting Bee in Corris
Jan 22nd
Well, we quilters of southern Snowdonia had our meet up — Thanks to all of you who could make it to these rural, frosty climes.
After some games, scones, high jinks and the few introductions that were required, we are now looking at a weekly group meeting on a Tuesday and a monthly group meeting on a Thursday. The idea is to hold here at Bumble Bee Quilting in Corris Uchaf on Arriva bus route x32.
If you couldn’t make it today and are interested, please let me know here – just so I can organise space to ensure you are all accommodated and included. These groups are open to all – those who are new to quilting and those with more experienced fingers – any one with an interest in fabrics, design and sewing is more than welcome
Anyway – thanks all – hope you enjoyed the day and take care on the roads home.
Frosty Fingers
Jan 19th
Been busy in the shop – trying to combat Ye Olde Jack Frost, preparing for Saturday and finishing all the (late) Christmas commissions.
I have prevailed somewhat in that I have beaten numbed fingers and I have now finished all the outstanding commissions; and before you tell me that Christmas passed by several weeks ago, my deadline is tomorrow!!!.
But, I do not have it all sewn up (to coin a phrase).
Now for the hard part and get ready for this coming Saturday…..
Quilters from all over southern Snowdonia are threatening to descend on me and discuss setting up a new quilting bee for those in our part of Meirionnydd … some details here
So, if you too are prepared to brave the chill – come and join us at Bumble Bee Quilting – from experienced to novice – we’ll welcome you all equally on Sat 22-Jan-2011 at about 11 am
Corris Beer Festival 2011
Jan 18th
As some of you know, there are occasions when I am not quilting or attempting to run the house & business.
These times are indeed rare, but uplifting. This happens to be one of them – Corris Beer Festival – running from 17th until 20th Feb 2011 together with music from local bands.
As usual I shall be aiding and abetting with ministering to the cognoscenti from behind the bar, resplendent in costume, fulfilled with tea.
Should you be anywhere in southern Snowdonia in or around Corris – then join us at the Braich Goch Inn and sample some fine ales all the way from Somerset.
Details of this and previous Beer Festivals here
A quilter and A bandit relax at Braich Goch Inn, Corris
Lets Get Buzzin’
Nov 28th
Or Plan Bee as Plan A has nearly completed ….
Get together open yo Everyone with an interest in quilting @ Bumble Bee, Corris Uchaf
Sat 22nd Jan 2011
11am – 3pm (refreshments provided)
Come and let us know what you want from a ‘Quilting Bee’
Your chance to get the group you want ….
The group will be co-ordinated to include all levels of experience from complete beginners onwards for anyone interested in and around Corris, Machynlleth, Tywyn and Dolgellau areas
x32 on Arriva Bus – stop in Corris Uchaf ….
Half-Term Fabric Sale
Oct 14th
To celebrate the end of our first season in our new shop in Corris Uchaf, we shall be holding a fabric sale during the schools’ Autumn half-term.
This will run from 18th Oct until 30th Oct 2010 inclusive (excludings Sundays)
Bring one of our Bumble Bee Quilting leaflets into the shop and get a 10% discount off the cost of any fat quarter.
This is in addition to any ongoing ‘good value’ fabric sales
So, look around and just “Pick up a Leaflet” to claim your extra 10% ……
Winter Opening 2010 – 2011
Oct 7th
Winter Opening 2010 – 2011
By appointment – please phone before leaving and I’ll open just for you
(01654) 761656
But – on random days I shall be open and busy quilting. So, should you see the sign outside – drop in and say hello
Also – I shall be open Mon – Sat 11:00 – 16:30 during the school Autumn haft-term holiday and the needlefelting will be available to satisfy all your creative urges ….
Corris Show
Sep 3rd
It’s that time of year again in the village – time for the village show.
The occasion where everyone can show off their exhibits from crafts to cakes to vegetables.
After threatening to enter “something” for so many years, I have eventually taken the plunge.
I am entering a mini flower arrangement. It’s about 4.5 inches high including stand and pot (read mini saucer and egg cup). All the flowers, leaves, herbs and mosses are from my garden so everything is home grown, although not always by design. Just adds to the interest.
mini flower arrangement for Corris show
Corris Show – Sat afternoon 4-Sept-2010
Embellishing Machines
Aug 28th
We have been asked several times whether we sell our Pfaff Hobby 350 Embellisher machines as used for needlefelting.
Until now the answer has always been no as they are in use, although we do sell new machines. But, following our move from Corris Craft Centre the area we have available for needlefelting has reduced.
So now we are offering, on a first come first get basis, embellishers at a whopping £99.00 discount. These machines have only been used for a couple of courses and a few demonstrations, so are almost as good as new ….Free postage and packing as well (mainland UK ONLY – overseas is +£25.00 postage and packing)
You can order from our online shop here. There is only 1 left at £150.00 each, so when they have gone they have gone ….
Pfaff Hobby 350 Embellisher
