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Merry Christmas from all of us at Family Threads! December is bringing a little extra cheer on top of our 12 Days of Christmas, and we’re feeling especially grateful for this wonderful, stitch-loving community.
To keep the merriment rolling, nearly all of our Christmas panels are on sale for just $5. Plus, with any purchase of $10 or more, you’ll receive a free fat quarter — we have a couple of festive options to choose from.
We also squeezed in a cozy little holiday gathering and snapped this group photo. If you recognize any of these smiling faces from classes, behind the counter, lending a hand, or being “here all the time,” you’re absolutely right — they’re the heart of the shop (and yes, they do occasionally smile on cue including Gruf the dog).
We hope to see you soon!
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 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS
COMING SOON!
Mark you calendars for our 12 Days of a Very Quilty Christmas, here's what's in store this year...
- Mon, Dec 8
All Patterns 20% off
- Tue, Dec 9
Panels 20% off
- Wed, Dec 10
Rotary cutters, blades, cutting mats 20% off
- Thu, Dec 11
Notions (excludes rulers, rotary cutters, blades, cutting mats - they have their own day) 20% off
- Fri, Dec 12
Wool and Rolled felt 20% off
- Sat, Dec 13
Already cut fat quarters and already cut half yards, fat quarter bundles 20% off
- Mon, Dec 15
Kits 20% off
- Tue, Dec 16
Thread, embroidery floss, interfacing, batting and stuffing 20% off
- Wed, Dec 17
Rulers 20% off
- Thu, Dec 18
Precuts (Mini Charms, Charms, Jelly Rolls, Layer Cakes - excludes Fat Quarters) 20% off
- Fri, Dec 19 AND Sat, Dec 20
Fabric 20% off (1/2 yard minimum)
- Our books are ALWAYS 20% off
We can special order, but must prepay. There are NO RETURNS, REFUNDS or EXCHANGES on anything special ordered.
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ORIANA CHORALE
 "Home for the Holidays"
2025 Winter Season
Friday, Dec 12 at 7:30 pm
and Sunday, Dec 14 at 3:00pm
Christ Fellowship Church
2066 San Benito Street
Hollister
Wednesday, Dec 17 at 7:30 pm
Mission San Juan Bautista
406 Second St
San Juan Bautista
Tickets Available at the door or in advance at
Hollister Postal Graphics
Adults $25 Students $15
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HOLIDAY HOURS
It’s that time of year when our shop hours do a little shifting to make room for holiday cheer. Here’s a quick look at when we’ll be open so you can plan your visits.
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WHAT'S NEW AND HAPPENING
We do our best to keep up with social media, but when the shop is bustling and threads are flying, not everything makes it to our feeds right away. That’s where the newsletter comes in. Think of this as your cozy insider update — sharing the latest arrivals, shop happenings, and all the fun we’re stitching up behind the scenes (even if it never made it to Instagram).
If you’d like to follow along between newsletters, you’ll find us here:
Facebook: FamilyThreadsQuiltShop
Instagram: @familythreadsinSJB
And don’t forget to tag us and use #familythreadsquiltshop — seeing what you’re creating is truly one of the best parts of our job.
Until next time, keep calm and stitch on!
 
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CLASSES
- If you sign up, please show up!
- Can’t attend? See our Class Policies.
- Payment: cash/check directly to instructor.
- Online schedule shows one month at a time. Just click the Prev or Next for other months.
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Block-of-the-Month: Chatsworth
Third Saturday of each month
Beginning April 2025
Cost: $60 flat fee for the year
A year-long quilting journey you work on at home, with monthly guidance, tips, and show-and-tell to keep you motivated and connected.
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Quilting Open Sew
Second Thursday of the month
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Cost: $25
Bring your own quilting project and enjoy relaxed stitching time with guidance from Aneda as needed.
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Wool Appliqué Open Sew
First Friday of the month
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Cost: $25
Dedicated stitching time for your wool appliqué projects, with Beth available to answer questions and offer guidance.
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Finish-It-Friday
3rd & 4th Friday of the month
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Cost: $5
A relaxed open sew day for any project — perfect for motivation and uninterrupted stitching time.
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Machine Appliqué: Two Ways
Saturday, February 7, 2026
10:30 am – 2:30 pm
Cost: $50
Learn raw edge appliqué and appliqué using interfacing in this confident- beginner friendly class.
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Machine Quilting: Ruler Work & Free Motion
Saturday, March 7, 2026
10:30 am – 2:30 pm
Cost: $90
Learn the fundamentals of quilting your own quilts on a domestic machine, including free-motion and ruler work.
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Ninepatch Revival
Friday & Saturday, March 13–14
Cost: $85
Build confidence with curves using the Quick Curve Ruler in this intermediate two-day quilting class.
View full details & sign up → |
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BOOK OUR CLASSROOM
Need a place to sew or meet up with your stitching friends?
During our regular shop hours (M-F 10-5, Sat 10-3), and when it's not in use, you can rent our room.
We have TWO different options:
- $5/person gets you a seat in the room
- $50/day gets you (your group) the room exclusively
What we have:
- Chairs for up to 10 people
- Dedicated cutting and ironing stations
- A few standard rulers to share
You bring your own supplies/sewing machine. You can bring lunch or visit one of the town's restaurants.
A Friendly Reminder…
Booking our classroom covers the space, not staff time.
We’re happy to answer quick questions, but if you find yourself needing help, why not sign up for Aneda’s monthly QUILTING/OPEN SEW session? She’s ready to assist with your questions or projects.
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WORD(S) OF THE MONTH
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TINTINNABULATION and BOMBINATE
"The shop bombinates with the cheerful tintinnabulation of tools, stitches, and ideas coming together."
DEFINITION
Tintinnabulation (n) — A ringing, tinkling, bell-like sound; light, musical, and cheerful.
Bombinate (v) — To make a humming or buzzing sound — often used to describe something bustling, lively, and full of energy.
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Each week our good friends at Machine Medics come to pick up/drop off your sewing machines.
Each week Luis (with Karen's help sometimes) brings us a word and we have to figure out the definition. It's now become a source of entertainment we thought we'd share.
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Thank you for supporting Family Threads Quilt Shop! We’re excited to be celebrating 15 years in business—and it’s all thanks to you. Your continued support means the world to us, and we’re so grateful to be part of your creative journey.
Here’s to quilts, community, and many more years of stitching together! We can’t wait to see you again soon.
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