October 2007
"Come said the wind to the leaves one day. Come o're the meadows and we will play. Put on dresses scarlet and gold, for summer is gone and the days grow cold."

Happy autumn everyone. We absolutely LOVE this time of year. The crisp weather invigorates us, and we stitch until our fingers grow tired. What bliss!

Seemingly, this is the designers favorite time of year, too. Every day we receive new Halloween and autumn designs. The colors are ooh-la-la. Read on about our newbies, or check our "What's New?" section.

Of course, Christmas isn't too far away, either. New Christmas designs have been filtering in as well. We're into retro Christmas colors this year. If you are, too, come in and enjoy.

We hope October is wonderful for you. Thanks for all your support. We wish you a month of terrific stitching time.

Sarah and Judy

What's In Store?

We've received so many great designs this last month that it's hard to list them all. Our favorites include:
*Harvest Angel from La-D-Da (another in her angel series)
*New kits from Shepherd's Bush including Family Sampler
*Bugs and Hisses from Plum Street Samplers
*Kindred Spirits from The Primitive Needle
*Prairie Sampler from Little House Needleworks
*The Eyes Have It from The Cricket Collection
*Sleepy Hollow from The Cricket Collection
*Ho Ho Ho from AB Designs( one half of Sisters and Best Friends
Fall Retreat
There's still time to sign up for the needlework and quilting retreat with A Stitch in Time. Reserve November 2-4 for relaxation and fun.

We'll be at the Days Inn Conference Center on French Island. For only $79, you'll enjoy:

*Gift bags from both stores
*$10 gift certificates from both stores (if you participate in the jammie jaunts)
*Door prizes
*Jammie jaunts both nights
*Great food (Please choose between roasted pork medallions or a breast of chicken imperial for Saturday's dinner.)

Just bring your projects, enthusiasm, and a snack to pass.

Pizza will be served on Friday evening. Dessert will be served at Crosse Stitchery shortly after dinner.

Saturday's brunch will be served at 10am. Dinner will be at 6pm, followed by dessert at A Stitch in Time.

Remember to bring you show-and-tell for Sunday's brunch.

Call 608-783-1000 for room reservations.

We look forward to seeing all of you in November.


Progressive Framing Sale
Our yearly progressive framing sale is slated for Saturday, October 13 through Saturday, October 20. The more you frame, the bigger your discount. So, consider framing pictures and stitchery for Christmas gifts.

Bring in one item and receive a 20% discount.
Bring in two items and receive a 25% discount.
Bring in three or more items and receive a 30% discount.

The more the merrier at Main Street Framing!
Stitch for Flood Relief
The August floods affected so many in our area. We feel that we should do something for the victims of the floods and hope you join us in our efforts.

The ladies that are members of the Crosse Stitchery Cafe are stitching ornaments for flood relief. Each member is stitching one or two ornaments that will be sold in the store. All proceeds will go the the American Red Cross for flood victims.

If you'd like to stitch (and do the finishing) ornaments, we'd be happy to sell your ornament(s), too. Or, if you don't want to stitch, please come in to the store during November and purchase an ornament.

We hope to make a large donation in the name of our stitching friends. Thank you.
Spotlight Designer of the Month
This month's designer spotlight is on Crab Apple Hill Studio. These designs are both refreshing and new.

Choose applique or embroidery projects that are beautiful as well as useful. The colors are lovely and will fit any decor. Please be sure to stop in this month to see Crab Apple Hill Studio.

Monthly Calendar
Tuesday, October 2, Stumpwork - Section 2, 5:30-8

Friday, October 5, Wool Mat Club, 5:30-7:30

Thursday, October 4, Biscornu - Part 1, 5:30-7:30

Thursday, October 11, Biscornu - Part 2, 5:30-7:30

Saturday, October 13, Crosse Stitchery Cafe, 10:00-12

Saturday, October 13, Historic Downtown La Crosse Day

Saturday, October 13, Progressive framing sale begins

Tuesday, October 16, Punchneedle Class, 5:30-8

Wednesday, October 17, Stumpwork - Section 1, 5:30-8

Thursday, October 18, Punch Pals, 5:30-8

Saturday, October 20, Arlynn's Embroidery Book, 10:00-2

Saturday, October 27, Progressive framing sale ends

Tuesday, October 30, Tatting, 5:30-8



Again, we hope your fall is lovely and filled with time to stitch, hook, punch, and create. As always, we love to see or hear from you. Happy stitching and framing!


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