Lancaster!!!

Well, we are home!!! Last weekend we were in Lancaster, PA for our first AQS show and boy was it a success!!! We met many wonderful people and the area was just beautiful. We felt right at home!

When I say "WE" I mean my hubby(Chip) and I. Yes it was his first show and I think he really enjoyed it. He loves talking so it was a perfect job for him. He is laid off in the winter from his Heavy Equipment Operator job so this was a perfect time for him to come with me. He used to working in dirt and this was just the opposite. Thanks to all of you for making him feel welcome to the "Quilt" world!!!

Lots to get done for the FVTC Quilt Show this weekend in Oshkosh, WI and then off to Paducah next month...I never get bored!!!

Also a big "Thanks" to our 4 children for keeping the house in order and making it without us. They are great kids and we are so proud of them. So to Chip, Abbey, Luke, Maria & Gabe...thanks for helping "RagSpun" a success in Lancaster!!!

Wisconsin Winter ...

Well what can I say...it's winter in Wisconsin!!! Lots of cold, snow and today a little ice too! Never boring here...

As many of you know the Studio is now fully open! If you haven't visited, I hope you will! I am open Thur 8-8, Fri 8-6 & Sat 8-12 or by appointment. You can get a sneak view when you follow me on facebook!

The Christmas items are down and the emphasis is on home decor plus more scarves, brooches, rings, etc. and of course I have thrown in some Valentines to brighten these winter months. Remember I'm not just a quilt shop...oh no! I have plenty of items for those who like hand sewing, need jewelry, new accessories for your home, trims & embellishments for scrapbookers, yummy candles, etc!

A specialty coffee machine was added last week too!!! Pick a flavor and enjoy during the coldness of winter!

So if you are in the area or need an excuse to hit the road for a great stop, RagSpun Studio is ready for!!!

As always, God's Blessings Rhonda

Getting closer...

   Not much longer to go and the Studio will finally open. It has been almost 2 years of a lot of hard work! We still have lots of little details to get done but I am certain that door will open on November 19th! I hope you can join me from 8-2:00 that day. If that day doesn't work for you...come visit on Thur(8-8:00), Fri(8-5:00) and Sat(8-12:00)!

   As many of you know I am a mother first and the business part of my life comes second. With 4 children(Abbey 15, Luke 13, Maria 9 & Gabe 7)...you know just how busy I am! I want to "Try" and balance my work with the rest of my life. This is the main reason why I am only open 3 days a week. Of course, as my time opens, I will gladly add days on. I so appreciate all of you that understand this.

  So as the countdown continues so does my "To~Do" list...wish me luck on finishing it!!!

     As always, God's Blessings, Rhonda

Summer Time...

   Yes, I am not the best on blogging too often...cause I am tooooo busy these days or just too lazy somedays! With keeping the business going, remodeling the new studio and raising 4 young children, my life is very full but I am very happy with it all!

  The Studio is coming along and we plan to open November 19th so keep that date open!!! We have done more remodeling that we originially planned which I know is worth it. The ceiling was totally removed but not the wonderful beams. We have now gutted out the basement and taken out the old dirt flooring which was an experience...that's how we spent our 4th of July weekend.

   My Studio won't be like your normal quilt shop...it will be an experience!  Items I have on order, you won't see many places which will make it worth the trip to little Brandon! It is a wonderful cozy welcoming town with a so yummy cafe, large Award-Winning Meat Market, the most adorable floral/gift shop(Garden Scents) and just an atomsphere you can't pay for.
   So I will keep you thinking of that as I say "Good Bye"...as always, Blessings to you Rhonda

Talents...

I know many of you have heard me say that we are each blessed with something special.  I am very proud to pass on my love of what I do. God gave each of us a talent whether it be:

•  Creativity to be a designer, artist, etc.
• Smarts to be a doctor, lawyer, teacher, etc.
• Athlectic to be a basketball player, golfer, runner, etc.
• Beauty to be a model, etc.
• Funny to be a comedian, actor/actress, etc.
• Helpfulness to be a mom, teacher, nurse, etc.

Basically I am saying "FIND" what makes you happy and at peace and you will find what God has blessed you with...just try it and you will find God too!!!  Then you can pass on that peace...it's easy and so rewarding!

Blessings for peace and fun!!! Rhonda

Exciting...

So much has been going on that I forgot to send some new updates to my blog! I keep updating the website and forget to send some information this way.

The excitement about winning second place in the Business Plan Competition has kept me flying high lately. It may take a while for this to settle in. As I have always stated...God works through my hands and he sure did with my Business Plan. Check out my website for more info and pics.

It is time to finish up the new designs for 2011 so watch for them to be released soon!!! Lots of full kits as per your requests!!!

Enjoy the day and NO MORE SNOW for Wisconsin!!!

Blessings, Rhonda

Christmas Special...

Christmas Special...

Make sure to check out my website to see how you can get 25% off on certain patterns & kits. 

These can make great Christmas gifts for that special quilter in your life or for that special "You"!

Christmas Blessings to you & your family this Holiday Season...Rhonda