The Country Quilter
3444 McBean Street K0A 2Z0 Richmond, ON, Canada

Put a song in your !

New fabric, for the music lover! Next pick up day is Feb. 3, 9-12. Email Ann at [email protected] for further information!

Take the busy bee challenge. Using the 3 bee fabrics, design a project using these fabrics, plus any you want to add. The theme is Be safe, be wise, be calm, be kind. Be a busy bee and take the challenge. Kits of .5m cuts are available to pick up, or can be mailed. Contact Ann at [email protected] for more information!

More beautiful 108 inch wide fabrics have arrived! Email in your order for pick up Wed. Jan 27 at [email protected]

Need inspiration?? Start 2021 with a new quilt. Email Ann at [email protected] for further information.

Reminder that the shop will be open for pick up Jan 27th from 9-12. Please email your order at [email protected]

Did you finish your ‘Tree Challenge’? Send us a photo of your results, please!

Special Sale! Have you always wanted a large cutting mat (24x36)? We have a limited quantity of Olfa mats at the very special price of $79.95. Call the shop at 613 838-5541 with a credit card or stop in to get yours. Just what you wanted for Christmas!!

Come see this BEAUTIFUL panel on display at The Country Quilter! Quilted by Grace Whiting!

We were joined on Sat by representatives from the Veterans’ House Project who accepted the lovely quilts made by quilters at The Country Quilter. A total of 41 quilts and 8 knitted shawls were donated at this time. Quilts can still be donated at The Country Quilter. The following ladies kindly donated to this worthwhile project: Roberta Romanko, who donated 8 quilts; Diana Baird and Ann McLean, who both donated 6; Gwen Goodlet, Deborah Coffin and Lynn Price who donated 2 quilts each; Erin Burnet who donated 2 knitted shawls; M Casterson, Alison Tranter and Iris Krajcarski, Marion Rickey, Karin Hunt, Peggy Roe and Wendy Campbell, who contributed one quilt each! Thank you ALL so much!

Check out the two upcoming demos at The Country Quilter: 1. Mask Making demo on Sat, Nov 14. Times: 9:30 or 11am 2. Ten Minute Table Runner demo on Wed, Dec 3. Times: 9:30 or 11am... Note: if registered in either of these demos, fabric purchased will be 20% off. Call 613 838-5541 to register, or email Ann at [email protected]

Shop Local! Drop into The Country Quilter to check out the delicious fabric, notions and pattern books, for all your quilting and sewing needs. We've been cleaning!!! Shop hours: Tues, Wed and Sat from 9-1pm (Closed Nov. 11, 2020)

More 'Doors to Education' have appeared at the shop and they are amazing!

Ottawa's Multifaith Housing Initiative focuses on providing shelter and support for homeless Veterans. They reached out to The Country Quilter for donations of quilts for their newest project at the former Rockliffe Air Base, and you did not disappoint! 41 quilts have been already donated, THANK YOU! Special mention to Roberta Romanko, who generously donated 8 quilts, Diana Baird and Ann McLean, who donated 6, Lynn Price and Deborah Coffin, who donated 2. Others who contribut...ed were M. Casterson, Alison Tranter + Iris Krajcarski, Marion Rickey, Karin Hunt, Peggy Roe, Wendy Campbell and an anonymous donation. A special shout out to Sarah Jane Smiley ([email protected]) who donated her time to long arm quilt many of these beautiful creations! Check out these beautiful creations below! For further information, please check out their website at www.multifaithhousing.ca/veterans-house.html Or vist the shop's website at www.thecountryquilter.ca

Mask Making Demonstration! Due to popular demand, there will be a 2nd demonstration on Saturday, Nov 14, from 9:30-10:30, or 11-noon. Cost: $20, which includes patterns for 3 different styles. These make great stocking stuffers! Spaces are limited to 4 per session, so call the shop at 613 838-5541, or email Ann at [email protected] to register!... Note: Masks are also available for sale at the shop. 100% cotton. $10 each,for 2 for $15.

Loot bags for all customers visiting the shop on Saturday Oct 31, 9 - 1pm.

Sew, Sew, Sew. At The Country Quilter! So.. we have enjoyed seeing all your completed projects from your stash. Many grandchildren will be the lucky recipient of a quilt this year. So.making a new quilt for your bed, gives a fresh look and cheers up the room. I changed quilts around, rotated some from the quilt wardrobe and made pillow cases and decorator pillows for a new look. So Christmas may be a little different this year, why not make a winter table runner for you...r friends tables and one for yourself as well? A table runner and a jar of jam (or a bottle of wine) make a special holiday gift. So how about a lap quilt and a good book as a gift? Making a smaller quilt allows you to easily quilt it yourself. A smaller quilt also looks good over the back of the couch as well as around your knees while you watch TV. So.. when you come into pick up some new fabric to motivate you, bring your ideas for unique projects. We will collect these ideas and the staff will vote for their favourite and someone will win a prize basket. You can vote too, with a fabric purchase. So. We have added another mask demo class Sept 30, at 12. There is 1 place in the 9:30 demo. We have lots of seasonal fabric for your masks, as well as elastic. Kids will need new ones, having a basket of clean ones at the door will make sure everyone has a couple when they leave the house and cut down on the panic to wash everyday. Dont forget to iron them, to sterilize. My grand daughter was thrilled to use the iron, and wanted to know what else could be ironed!! So.with all these ideas, we are having a sale. Fabrics will be 20% off until Sat Oct 3rd. Come and stock up and bring in your ideas to share. Open Tues, Wed & Sat 9 1. See more

Happy Thanksgiving! Stress freeno big dinners or large groups of people! Relax and enjoy the fall colours. ... We continue to be open Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, so that you can keep quilting. We have lots of material and supplies to keep you busy! When you come to the store, please observe the Covid 19 restrictions. Ann Please Note: The Country Quilter will be closed Saturday, October 10 for Thanksgiving.

Just a reminder, The Country Quilter has new hours... Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 9 - 1pm. Call the shop at 613 838-5541, or email Ann at [email protected] for further information!

September News At The Country Quilter We will have a Mask Making Demonstration Class Wednesday, September 30. Now that we realize how many masks we need, check out these different styles. You can watch the demo, or bring your machine and sew. Patterns will be provided. To accommodate physical distancing, we will have two sessions, with time to clean between them: 9:30 11:00, or 11:30 1:00. Sign up is mandatory as space is limited. $20.00. We will continue being open on T...uesday and Wednesday from 9:00 to 1:00. If you would like batting, it is helpful if you call in your order so it can be cut and ready for pickup. During September, we will be open on Saturdays (not the long weekend) from 9:00 to 1:00, as well. There is a limit of four in the shop at a time, which has worked well. We have a bench on the front porch, and chairs in the garden for anyone waiting to shop. New fabric arrivals include solid black, black on blacks, and various shades of grey, great for masks! Stay safe and hope to see you soon!

Check out this beautiful flower garden, pieced by Diana Baird!

New fall hours at The Country Quilter! Starting September 1st, the shop will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 9-1pm. (Except Sept 5th)! For further information, call the store at 613 838-5541, or email Ann at [email protected] Don't forget, for all your long art quilting needs, contact Sarah Jane at [email protected]

Just a reminder, The Country Quilter has new hours... Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 9 - 1pm. Call the shop at 613 838-5541, or email Ann at [email protected] for further information!

Check out this stunning creation, A Novel Idea quilt created by Lynn Price...

Check out this stunning creation, 'A Novel Idea' quilt created by Lynn Price...

September News At The Country Quilter We will have a Mask Making Demonstration Class Wednesday, September 30. Now that we realize how many masks we need, check out these different styles. You can watch the demo, or bring your machine and sew. Patterns will be provided. To accommodate physical distancing, we will have two sessions, with time to clean between them: 9:30 11:00, or 11:30 1:00. Sign up is mandatory as space is limited. $20.00. We will continue being open on T...uesday and Wednesday from 9:00 to 1:00. If you would like batting, it is helpful if you call in your order so it can be cut and ready for pickup. During September, we will be open on Saturdays (not the long weekend) from 9:00 to 1:00, as well. There is a limit of four in the shop at a time, which has worked well. We have a bench on the front porch, and chairs in the garden for anyone waiting to shop. New fabric arrivals include solid black, black on blacks, and various shades of grey, great for masks! Stay safe and hope to see you soon!

Christmas fabric has arrived! You know it's coming!!!

Check out these beautiful table runners made by the ladies in the beginner quilting class. Under the guidance of Lynn Price, they were able to create and almost complete these projects, in a Covid safe environment! Quilting done by Sarah Jane Smiley! Well done!

Christmas fabric has arrived! You know its coming!!!

HOUSING FOR HOMELESS VETERANS IN OTTAWA I understand that the readers of this newsletter have honoured and supported our veterans in many ways including the provision of quilts which are both beautiful and practical and a tangible expression of care. You may therefore be interested in a project of Ottawas Multifaith Housing Initiative (MFHI - established in 1995) which is now underway to house at least 40 homeless veterans in Ottawas old Rockcliffe Air Base. There are a num...ber of veterans, men and women, living rough on Ottawas streets and one estimate is that 10% of Canadas homeless are veterans. This project, now under construction, is scheduled for opening in January 2020 and it is hoped that it might be a pilot for further such homes across the country. Unlike other projects that we have undertaken it provides not only safe and comfortable housing and gathering places but also on-site rehabilitation services thanks to many local veterans organizations. And veterans tend to create their own community of common experience. The building is named after Squadron Leader Any Carswell of the RCAF who after his fourth mission with Lancaster Bombers was shot down over Germany and despite escape attempts spent two years as a Prisoner of War. After the war he tried civilian life, became bored, and returned to the RCAF to fly search and rescue missions. But it is probably best to see some pictures and check out our website : www.multifaithhousing.ca/veterans-house.html And to see our other projects: www.multifaithhousing.ca Be Well Peter R. Coffin See more

Update from The Country Quilter, August, 2020 I hope that you are all enjoying this wonderful summer weather, although it has been a little dry, the weeds seem to be thriving, and my vegetable garden is happier than last year. It is hard to believe that we are still in these uncertain times. I have seen some amazing projects that have come out of the isolation. There have also been many charity quilts made from all the stash fabrics that have been accumulating . Who would ha...ve known that we were collecting to use during a pandemic? To observe the guidelines for Covid the shop will continue to be open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 1pm. We ask that you wear a mask and observe the social distancing. There is new fabric that has arrived this month and we have inch elastic in stock again. If you need batting, you can email your order in advance and we will have it cut for you. ([email protected]) The Tuesday group have been meeting in the back garden each week. You are welcome to join this group, bring some hand work, if you wish! There is room for 6 inside if it is a rainy day. Quilts for the Queensway Carleton nursery may be dropped off at the shop. They have requested that the quilts be washed. We are still making toddler quilts for Iqaluit. Please keep your donation until we are ready to ship them north. The veterans home will be opening at the end of the year and it would be amazing to have a quilt for each room. Any pattern and fabrics are suitable. Lap to double sizes are welcome. Please see post from Peter Coffin, for more information. You do make a difference! Some knitted shawls have been donated as well. Your support of the shop is much appreciated, as we work to keep business going. Regards, Ann McLean

Wow! Check this out... What I did while isolated during Covid For my Grand daughter. Alexis Trudel

Note from The Country Quilter... Notice to all our customers! As of July 7, face masks/coverings are required to enter the shop. Please note, we are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 9 - 1pm. Hope to see you soon.

Come check out our new summer fabrics and beautiful Northcott panel! Almost as good as being there!

Happy Canada Day everyone! Just a reminder, for this week the shop will only be open Tuesday, June 30, from 9-1pm. Stay well!

An Update from The Country Quilter! As the usual date of our Garden Quilt Show approaches, with another sunny forecast, it makes me think of all the wonderful quilts we have displayed over the years. All the talent and creativity of our quilters will have to wait until the next time. Thanks, to all those who passed snowy, cold afternoons making items for the CANHAVE fund raiser as well. Thank you for your continued support during this uncertain time. It is unlikely that we w...ill be able to continue classes until later with the social distancing and limited capacity in the shop restrictions remaining in place. We will keep you posted. As we go forward, the shop will be open on Tuesday & Wednesday from 9 1pm. You can come along and browse in the shop for fabric for your next project (3 at a time). The exception will be Wed. July 1st when the shop will be closed. The Tuesday Group are welcome to meet. On sunny days there are 1o chairs scattered around the garden where you can enjoy your coffee, at a distance, and see your friends. There is space inside for 6. We are continuing to make quilts for the veterans home and Iqaluit if you need a project. Happy Quilting! Ann

Update! The shop will be open on Wed, June 17th for shoppers, from 9 - 2. Some new fabrics are due to arrive this week. We have lots of 80/20 batting in stock and more solid colours should be in by Wed. Ouilties for the Queensway must be washed when completed and can be dropped off on Wed. for delivery to the hospital. If you made a quilt for the Veterans home or Iqaluit please keep them until we have donation dates set up.... Happy quilting from The Country Quilter!

Good news! Ann will be at the shop on Wednesday, June 10th, from 9 - 2pm. You can call her at 613 838-5541, or email at [email protected] with questions or requests.

Good news! Ann will be at the shop on Wednesday, June 3rd, from 10 - noon. You can call her at 613 838-5541, or email at [email protected] with questions or requests.

Sarah Jane wants you to know she is still doing her magic with her long-arm quilting machine! She is working from home, and practicing workplace safety measures. And, she misses you! You can reach her by email at: [email protected] Or her cellphone at 613 322-8885... Or check her website www.heritageart.ca

The Country Quilter will be open for pick up orders tomorrow, May 27th, from 10-noon! Call the shop for information 613 838-5541.The Country Quilter will be open for pick up orders tomorrow, May 27th, from 10-noon! Call the shop for information 613 838-5541.

Greetings from The Country Quilter We hope that youve enjoyed the fabrics from your stash while in isolation. It is amazing what you find near the bottom. With spring moving on we would be preparing for the Garden Quilt Show. As we have always had more than 20 people attend it seems wise to postpone it to a later date. All those lovely works of art will have to wait along with the CANHAVE fund raising goodies you created. We will see them at a later date. As you are awa...re, the shop is not very practical for safe distancing, so we will not be opening just yet. It will give everyone time to get the garden and patio planters ready. All our staff are Covid free and waiting to welcome you back when we are sure everything is safe for us all. We will notify you when that happens. Cook up some summer recipes and take time to enjoy this slower pace of life. From your friends at The Country Quilter. See more

Greetings from The Country Quilter We hope that you've enjoyed the fabrics from your stash while in isolation. It is amazing what you find near the bottom. With spring moving on we would be preparing for the Garden Quilt Show. As we have always had more than 20 people attend it seems wise to postpone it to a later date. All those lovely works of art will have to wait along with the CANHAVE fund raising goodies you created. We will see them at a later date. As you are awa...re, the shop is not very practical for safe distancing, so we will not be opening just yet. It will give everyone time to get the garden and patio planters ready. All our staff are Covid free and waiting to welcome you back when we are sure everything is safe for us all. We will notify you when that happens. Cook up some summer recipes and take time to enjoy this slower pace of life. From your friends at The Country Quilter. See more

Please note: for medical reasons ( not Covid) there will be no pick up this Wed May 20 only. Please note: for medical reasons ( not Covid) there will be no pick up this Wed May 20 only.

Ann has confirmed the store will be open every Wednesday morning, from 9:15 - noon. Please email orders to her by Tues, at [email protected] Or telephone the shop at 613 838-5541 on Wednesdays. Pick up times will be arranged! Thanking you for your support!

Remember, you can email us orders today, to pick up at The Country Quilter tomorrow morning! [email protected], you can email us orders today, to pick up at The Country Quilter tomorrow morning! [email protected]

This quilt was made by Deborah Coffin. Check out the cool backing she made for it. Sarah Jane Smiley has donated her time and skills to quilt these veterans quilts. Many thanks, SJ and all our generous quilting friends!

...A good time to use up that yarn stash. These prayer shawls will be donated to the Home for homeless veterans.

Diana Baird has made many quilts that she plans to donate to the veterans home. This is her latest one. Mostly from her stash.

... Eight quilts donated for the hospital in Iqaluit. All made from a quilters stash. Even batting was scraps...

...Doors to Education contributions...

You have been busy! Just a few samples of projects completed for various causes...You have been busy! Just a few samples of projects completed for various causes...

The Wed pick up is going well and will again be offered Wed April 29, from 9:15 - noon. If orders are emailed in by Sunday, it helps to get them prepared. Thank you! We now have 1/4 inch black elastic in stock for masks. Email: [email protected] Tel: 613 838-5541... Stay well and stay busy!

The shop will be open for pick up orders on Wed April 22, 10 - 12:30. Please call after 9:15 on Wed to book a time. The shop will be open for pick up orders on Wed April 22, 10 - 12:30. Please call after 9:15 on Wed to book a time.