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Who knew ”Blog" would become a traditional word back in 2009 when I started the Thread Candy Shoppe? The good news is “Quilting” will always be universally recognized no matter what language we translate. We’ll still be searching for creative ways to express quilt art and new locations to shop for essentials. We desire inspirational instructors, exciting fabrics and especially quality THREADS—the glue! Our support network of quilters through satellite groups, guilds, and communities is vibrant. Join me as I continue to share how-to articles on Thread, techniques, product features and things of general interest to curious & resourceful quilters, fibre artists & stitchers! ...Cindy Scraba
Who knew ”Blog" would become a traditional word back in 2009 when I started the Thread Candy Shoppe? The good news is “Quilting” will always be universally recognized no matter what language we translate. We’ll still be searching for creative ways to express quilt art and new locations to shop for essentials. We desire inspirational instructors, exciting fabrics and especially quality THREADS—the glue! Our support network of quilters through satellite groups, guilds, and communities is vibrant. Join me as I continue to share how-to articles on Thread, techniques, product features and things of general interest to curious & resourceful quilters, fibre artists & stitchers! ...Cindy Scraba
Applipops Interlocking Rings for Easy Perfect Circles!
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CQA/ACC Postcard Challenge Fundraiser 2020
ANNOUNCING THE 5 BIG WINNERS! Canadian Quilters Association 2020 Postcard Challenge Fundraiser sponsored by Cindy's Threadworks. Congrats to: Heather Gates, Colette Dumont, Heather Grover, Janet Ulan, and Marie Wood. Thank you to all quilters for their amazing submissions in support of Glenrose Paediatric Brain Injury Unit Edmonton, AB. Participate in Virtual Sale! of selection of postcards NEW Public Group Page Postcard Challenge 2020 Fundraiser soon! Join us! SHARE THIS NEWS!
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Glenrose Paediatric Brain Injury Unit in Edmonton, AB is the designated beneficiary.
All postcards submitted were truly appreciated and destined to be purchased by other quilters to enjoy & re-gift!
Update: Due to Covid-19 Quilt Canada Edmonton June (2020) being cancelled the in-person sale is rescheduled
for June 2020 Edmonton's local Quilt Show.
Cindy’s Threadworks is the sponsor providing $1500 CASH to 5 winners for the categories listed above.
CQA/ACC Quilted Postcard Challenge Highlights (2018 review)
 BEFORE show opening Quilt Canada Vancouver May 31st - June 2 Thank you to quilters from coast to coast (& beyond) for contributing 1600+ postcards to the CQA Quilted Postcard Challenge 2018! It was a true honour to oversee this campaign and witness everyone’s willingness to get on board and participate. I’m grateful to CQA/ACC Board of Directors for their support. |
 AFTER 2nd Day, volunteers refreshing Postcard GallerySincere "Thank You" to CQA BC Coastal Rep Karen-Killins Robinson for receiving, organizing & storing precious postcards since 2017. Her promotional assistance, attendance at events & teaching postcard classes are gratefully acknowledged by many quilters. $11, 000 in donations was raised for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation! Congrats to everyone for all your contributions. Every postcard submitted & purchased counted towards this success. Thank YOU for Helping us Help BC Children’s Hospital. |
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| Proud Sponsor/Founder CQA Quilted Postcard Challenge Cindy Scraba “Cinderella” @Cindy’s Threadworks BC Children's Hospital Foundation representative ....
Review Fall issue 2018 "Canadian Quilter" Publication for article on the Postcard Challenge plus Quilt Canada Vancouver 2018 highlights including Trend-Tex & NJS Quilt Winners! CQA/ACC Membership receives subscription with membership...join NOW if you haven’t already to stay connected. See you at the next (Western) Quilt Canada 2020 June 18- 20 Edmonton Convention Centre! 2019 Quilt Canada Ottawa June 12 - 15 EY Centre Quilting Goes Viral! |
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1st Place Winner $500 Quilted Postcard Challenge Jo-Ann Jenkins, “Red-Breasted Nuthatch”, from Burnaby BC. Member Northshore Needle Arts Guild Hand-stitched postcard features Brazilian embroidery, needle painting, hand quilting. |
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2nd Place Winner $300 Quilted Postcard Challenge Monika Kinner-Whalen, “Prairie”, from Saskatoon, Sask. Thread painted postcard features free-motion machine embroidery |
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3rd Place Winner $200 Quilted Postcard Challenge Joy Hegglund, “Sunset”, Crofton, BC Machine embroidery, Free-motion quilting |
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Excellence in Thread Use by Hand $250 Pam Brown,”Hanging Basket”, Brentwood, BC Hand embroidered stitches |
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Excellence in Thread Use by Machine $250 Susan Luque, “Abandoned Barn”, Georgetown, ON Thread play, Free-motion machine quilting |
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The Lap App Portable Table!
Have you ever wished for a portable table when hand stitching, appliqué, hand quilting, assembling hexagons, or crafting?Joyce Haskins is an appliquér herself and is the inventor of the Lap App© and proudly made in USA.
I’m always delighted when my shipments of Lap Apps arrive and I see array of fun fabric covers--they’re always different! There can be prints with sewing notions or fabrics that mimic pieced, traditional or modern quilt blocks. The quality and workmanship are consistent and guaranteed.
Under the slip cover is a sandpaper worksheet for tracing designs with better control and accuracy. Plus, there’s another slip cover for ironing. All well planned adding value with every feature.
Notice the handy dowel pegs tucked under the table for thread spools and a magnet for threaders or needles. There’s even a pocket for scissor storage.
The lightweight wood is solid, smooth, and strong. The adjustment knobs underneath accommodate various tilt and table height positions.
Cindy Scraba
Cinderella Blog
Customer Feedback:
Now when I appliqué my neck and shoulders are relaxed. It’s no longer painful to be seated for long periods. Thank you so much for sharing this product with us!
Yes, you may quote me about my love of the LapApp at anytime as it has been a true blessing for me to use. No wrist or back pain when doing applique or sashiko as I can sit back in my chair and my wrists are supported and I always know where my needle , thread and scissors are. It is an extremely well organized unit. Now, I love that it allows me to sit comfortably in my recliner to read.
Another plus about the way the LapApp is made is that we can easily adjust the position of it to our individual needs. Also , it is lightweight so no pressure on the thighs. So many positive things to say about it. Pat.
I agree! another gal mentioned her hubby did the math from a carpenter’s point of view to reproduce one or come up with a facsimile and quickly announced she got a good deal, LOL…we can rest our case ;-) take care.
Link for video and purchase info.
I’m always delighted when my shipments of Lap Apps arrive and I see array of fun fabric covers--they’re always different! There can be prints with sewing notions or fabrics that mimic pieced, traditional or modern quilt blocks. The quality and workmanship are consistent and guaranteed.
Under the slip cover is a sandpaper worksheet for tracing designs with better control and accuracy. Plus, there’s another slip cover for ironing. All well planned adding value with every feature.
Notice the handy dowel pegs tucked under the table for thread spools and a magnet for threaders or needles. There’s even a pocket for scissor storage.
The lightweight wood is solid, smooth, and strong. The adjustment knobs underneath accommodate various tilt and table height positions.
Cindy Scraba
Cinderella Blog
Customer Feedback:
Now when I appliqué my neck and shoulders are relaxed. It’s no longer painful to be seated for long periods. Thank you so much for sharing this product with us!
Yes, you may quote me about my love of the LapApp at anytime as it has been a true blessing for me to use. No wrist or back pain when doing applique or sashiko as I can sit back in my chair and my wrists are supported and I always know where my needle , thread and scissors are. It is an extremely well organized unit. Now, I love that it allows me to sit comfortably in my recliner to read.
Another plus about the way the LapApp is made is that we can easily adjust the position of it to our individual needs. Also , it is lightweight so no pressure on the thighs. So many positive things to say about it. Pat.
I agree! another gal mentioned her hubby did the math from a carpenter’s point of view to reproduce one or come up with a facsimile and quickly announced she got a good deal, LOL…we can rest our case ;-) take care.
Link for video and purchase info.