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And Sew On...December 28th, 2020
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As the 2020 calendar counts down, I think we all can agree on something
this year and that is ... it couldn't come soon enough!
My thoughts then turned to consider what glee we might have as we join in the age-old tradition of singing Auld Lang Syne at the stroke of midnight while saying goodbye to this difficult last 12 months!
While envisioning singing this wonderful old song with our grandkids, my next thought was I had better brush up on the words as I could only remember
a few of them like "old acquaintance be forgot",
and "Auld Lang Syne my dear".
This sent me quickly to Mr. Google where I could see all the lyrics and then learned of the origins of this song I have heard and sung my entire life.
This Scottish song is attributed to be penned by Scottland's most famous poet Robert Burns in 1788. The actual words did not see print until 1796
after Burns's premature death at the age of 37 from an illness.
As I was writing this newsletter, I took a break to head to the bank and grab lunch. While at the bank, I struck up a conversation with my teller friend, Sandra, who happens to be Scottish.
When I mentioned to her what I was preparing to write about this week, her eyes lit up. The celebration of the New Year, or Hogmanay- as the Scotts call it, is a big deal! In fact, 12/31 and 1/1 are national bank holidays in Scotland which probably comes full circle back to
Robert Burns and Auld Lang Syne's fame.
While in my fact-finding journey, I came across the below meaning of Auld Lang Syne and my spirits were lifted as I thought how apropos the song's definition is in the midst of a global pandemic.
So when we lift our glasses this Thursday night to welcome the
New Year, we say ...
Prosperity and Good Health to YOU, our wonderful customers and friends, in this coming year!
Meaning of Auld Lang Syne and Cup O' Kindness
The Meaning of 'Auld' is "Old" and the meaning of 'Lang Syne' is "Long Since". The lyrics "We'll take a cup o' kindness yet" refers to the tradition of raising a glass or a cup o' kindness meaning with "good will, friendship and kind regard" and in remembrance of "noble deeds". The custom of drinking to "health" at a special gathering to the prosperity or good health of another dates back into antiquity. The old Christmas term 'Wassail' derives from Old Norse phrase 'ves heill' meaning "be healthy". So the next time you sing Auld Lang Syne, you'll now know it's meaning.
Just click the link below to see Dougie MacLean, a renowned Scottish
singer-songwriter, preforming this beautiful song.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sMFnqj6aFwY
Happy "Hogmanay" Quilting!
Murray & Debe
Susan, Patsy, Nanette,
Vickie, Lauren, Jane & Lori
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Holiday Hours
OPEN
9:00am-5:00pm
Mon.-Wed.
12/28/20-12/30/20
OPEN
9:00am-1:00pm
Thursday 12/31/20
CLOSED
Friday and Saturday
1/1/21 and 1/2/21
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"I DIDN'T GET ALL I
WANTED FROM SANTA"
SALE
15% OFF BATIKS*
20% OFF CHRISTMAS KITS **
25% OFF CHRISTMAS FABRICS*
25% OFF JNQ PATTERNS & KITS
50% OFF CLEARANCE FABRICS* **
*Discounts off regular prices, 1 yd min cuts.
**In-store only
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Check These Out!
We always have NEW selections of
fabric arriving weekly!
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FABRICS OF THE WEEK:
15% OFF*
BATIK FABRICS
We have a wide selection to choose from.
Large Selection - ALWAYS Fabulous - Some of our Favorite Quilting Fabrics!
*Discounts off regular prices, 1 yd min cuts.
Now thru Thurs., Dec. 31st
(Sunday, Jan. 3rd online)
Go to:
https://www.azquilts.com/
and search "Sale" for a peek at even more of our Items Now On Sale!
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Continuing Classes
#30 Something -6 /8 - Jan. 13th
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Please check our website for more information.
https://www.azquilts.com/calendar
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Monthly Regulars
*Sew On*, w Karen, 2nd & 4th Tues., 9am-4pm
*Sew Not Sleepy* w/ Susan, 1st Fri., 5pm-10 pm
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*Off reg prices, 1 yd min. cuts. Always changing selection. Limited to stock on hand.
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ABC's of Quilting w/ Susan will begin on Wed., Jan. 6th for 5 sessions from 9am-12pm. This is a great class for beginners or those who might want to freshen up their skills. Even if you have taken her class & would like to re-visit this, stop in and Susan can customize something just for you!
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Fiber Arts-Animal Portraits Mixed Media w/ Deb will begin on Thurs., Jan. 7th from 10am-4pm for 3 sessions (2nd session is Jan. 14, 3rd is Jan. 21). Animal lovers, let's turn your photo into a work of art! You will learn a unique pattern design technique, combined with mixed media and thread painting to create an eye-catching art quilt! Learn to create animal portraits through realism applique, thread painting techniques and the use of mixed media, i.e., paints, pastels, inks.
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Simply Charming Twister Tote w/ Nanette will begin on Mon., Jan. 11th from 9:30am-3:30pm for 2 sessions (2nd session is Jan. 18). Learn to use the Twister tools and turn them into a tote bag. Choose your favorite Charm Pack or create your own design using 5-inch squares to create this fun and roomy tote to use for all your traveling and creative needs. It has plenty of inside pockets and a snap closure. Size is about 13 inches high by 15 inches wide and 5 inches deep.
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Creative Chenille w/ Nanette will be held on Mon., Jan. 25th from 9:30am-3:30pm. Hand-cutting chenille has been around for a very long time and is becoming popular again. Join this class to learn how to use a chenille tool and add some dimension to a wall hanging or small quilt using fabric panels. This is a technique that may look complicated, but is really pretty simple and fun!
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Thread Catcher Plus w/ Nanette will be held on Mon., Feb. 1st from 9:30am-3:30pm. Keep all your sewing tools handy with this clever pincushion and thread catcher. Your floor will be free of threads and fabric scraps. You will always be able to find your pins and they will stay sharp in the nutshell pincushion. Also, store your most used tools such as small scissors, marking pens and a seam reipper so they will be close at hand. You will love being so organized that you will want more than one!
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City Bags w/ Nanette will begin on Mon., Feb. 8th for 3 sessions (2nd session is Feb. 15, 3rd is Feb. 22nd). Feb. 8th will be held from 9:30am-12pm and Feb. 15th & 22nd will be held from 9:30am-3:30pm. Try one of these new bags that are perfect for travelling overnight or containing all of your quilting supplies for class. Choose the lg. Uptown Bag, the med. Midtown Bag or the sm. Downtown Bag - or better yet, make a set of all three! All bags have zippered tops and pockets on the inside to keep everything organized.
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As always, we thank you for your friendship & your business.
Stay safe and happy quilting!
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OPEN
STORE HOURS
Mon - Fri, 9:00-5:00
Sat 9:00-4:00
Always open, 24/7 at https://www.azquilts.com/
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