21 5 / 2013
Kismet Quilts is proud to be part of the “community with a heart.” For that reason, we donate many quilts each year to local charities. Ty Watson House, a local palliative care facility that houses those with terminal illnesses, is one charity that we are pleased to continue to support.
It would be difficult to find someone in the community who is not familiar with the great care that the staff provides. That is why, this year, we were happy to donate three quilts to the house to help them raise money so they can continue to make the last days in a person’s life as comfortable and pleasant as possible. Ty Watson House provided care to two friends and former co-workers of Lynne’s; Lawrie MacNaughton and Vern Mitchell. As well, family friend, Michael Robert Henry spent his last days in the care of Ty Watson House. Kismet is proud to donate three quilts to Ty Watson House in honour of these three exceptional men.
Our donated quilts will be raffled off to help raise more funds to enable the Ty Watson House to continue to provide such good care.
To purchase a raffle ticket for the quilts, please visit the shop.
For more information on the Ty Watson House and to find out where you can purchase tickets to the gala please visit http://www.albernihospice.ca/
10 5 / 2013
Throughout history, mothers have been making quilts for their children. With Mother’s Day fast approaching, the Kismet crew are looking back and reflecting on the devoted mothers we have been privileged to know. These moms have spent many hours picking, cutting and stitching fabrics together to make quilts that will show the recipients how much they are loved.
One of the loving mothers we have had the honour to meet was Darlene Noiles. She had brought in a life size southern belle quilt top that she was unable to finish herself. When we had finished quilting it, Darlene was thrilled. Thrilled because she knew then she could continue doing the handwork she loved so much without having to worry about the quilting itself. She went on to make five more southern belle quilts. And we custom quilted each one for her in a pattern as different as the quilt itself.
Unfortunately, we lost Darlene to cancer shortly after she finished her last quilt. Before her passing, she was so very proud to present each of her six children - five daughters and one son - with a quilt. Rather than choosing their quilt for them, Darlene had each of children put on a blindfold and select a quilt without seeing them. Thanks Darlene for the wonderful memories. Your children were truly blessed to have such a caring Mother.
When we make and give quilts, we create heirlooms. Quilts are loved, cuddled and sometimes passed through many generations. My Mom always says ″wrap up in a quilt and know you are loved!″ Not quite as good as an up-close and personal hug, but a hug nonetheless.
20 2 / 2013
Return to Atlantis
We are so excited we can hardly stand it! Jason Yenter’s newest collection “Return to Atlantis” —see full collection here http://www.inthebeginningfabrics.com/cgi-server/itb/displayfab.cgi?product=rtnatlnts — is on its way to Kismet!
This collection, like all of Jason’s work, is full of intense colour, depth and movement, intricate graphics and geometric shapes. It’s rich and lively and, for the quilter, full of endless possibilities!
We hope this collections inspires you as much as it has inspired us. Check with us in the shop, you will be seeing it on the shelf in the next two weeks!
Happy Quilting!
22 1 / 2013
Cutting kits today for block one; To All A Goodnight of McKenna Ryan’s Heaven and Nature Sing.
As always her colour and fabric choices are absolutely beautiful! We can’t wait to start sewing and watching it all come together!
08 1 / 2013
Just in!
We can’t wait to start putting this one together!
Stay tuned…
Kits will be available soon.
21 12 / 2012
The Jelly Roll Race Has Begun!!
Lynne is on the clock for the great jelly roll race. In less than one hour she will have finished one quilt top and will have only used one jelly roll!
check out this great tutorial from Missouri Star Quilt Company
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bEJLnaZQOU
or pop into the shop for a quick how to.
This is a great way to spend an afternoon! Grab your girl friends and a jelly roll and see who can finish first!
21 12 / 2012
Chris and Jenna’s Wedding
Many of you have been asking so below is a link to our photographer, Chris Boar’s website for a peek at some of our wedding photos.
It was an amazing day for us! Thank you all so much for your well wishes!!
http://www.chrisboar.com/boarblog/jenna-chris-a-ucluelet-black-rock-resort-wedding/#more-3669
09 11 / 2012
I am absolutely addicted to making these cuddle scarves! They only take about 15 minutes, use very little yardage, and are the perfect holiday gift!
check out the YouTube tutorial here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JAFdZIayxsU
or come into the shop for a demo.
betcha can’t make just one!
14 9 / 2012
Getting Started
New quilters quite often ask me what classes they should take and if a beginning quilting class is necessary. I always tell them absolutely!
There are two classes I believe to be impearitive to a new quilter. Beginner basics; rotary cutting and quarter inch seams, block assembly, borders, and binding. It’s important to learn the proper way to do these basic things and develop good habits from the start. In a basic beginners class you will learn how to read a pattern and assemble a quilt. After taking one of these classes you should be able to move on and tackle almost anything.
The most challenging part of quilting for a lot of people is choosing fabrics, this is why taking a course on Colour and Value is so important. They alone can determine and change the entire look of your quilt.
Once you have mastered these skills you will be well on your way in your quilting career!
Happy Quilting!
