Category Archives: Things we like

Recipe from the KQ Cookbook: Mocha Chip Ice Cream

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

Our (western-themed “KQ Corral”) company outing was on a hot July day, so this cold, yummy treat was a real hit. If you’ve never made homemade ice cream, borrow an ice-cream maker, and try this fabulous recipe. We guarantee that … Continue reading →

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Employee Party at the KQ Corral

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

Last Wednesday was Keepsake Quilting’s annual summer employee party and cookout. This year we had a western theme, and our talented coordinators created a ‘KQ Corral’ for all of us to enjoy! We enjoyed a lunch of grilled BBQ chicken, … Continue reading →

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Recipe from the KQ Cookbook: Chinese Chicken Noodle Salad

Posted on July 13, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

What more could you ask for—easy, speedy, make-ahead, well balanced, low fat, and, best of all, delicious. This salad is a great choice for a summertime gathering. The recipe is from the out-of-print Keepsake Quilting™ Cookbook published as a charitable … Continue reading →

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The Winner of our 20,000 Facebook Fan Giveaway is…..

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

We’d like to thank everyone who entered our giveaway (all 898 of you)! We have such great facebook fans, and LOVED reading about what each of you would buy with a gift certificate. Not surprisingly, most of you would buy … Continue reading →

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20,000 Facebook fan giveaway!

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

Wow! You like us, you really like us! We’ve been so buried in working on our 2012 Fall Catalog, that we didn’t even notice when we hit 20,000 Facebook fans! To celebrate, we are going to give away a $100 … Continue reading →

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Ladies of the Lake Guild

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

I recently visited the Ladies of the Lake quilt guild to find out what they’ve been up to and photograph projects that they have been working on.  The turnout at the First Congregational Church was good and things were in … Continue reading →

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Recipe from the KQ Cookbook: Strawberry Bread

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

The recipe below, which comes from the out-of-print Keepsake Quilting™ Cookbook, which was published as a charitable fund-raiser in 2001, calls for baking two loaves of quick bread with whole strawberries. We decided to chop up the strawberries and make … Continue reading →

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2012 Summer Sale

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

The 2012 Keepsake Quilting Summer Sale was this past weekend, and it was a wonderful success! Friday was a picture-perfect June day, with plenty of sunshine to soak up while looking for great bargains. The torrential rain on Saturday certainly … Continue reading →

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Tips for the Summer Sale

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

Only 3 days till the summer sale! We’re very excited, and hope you are too! We’ve been super busy getting organized and gathering fabrics, patterns and tools for you, and are ready for you with lots of GREAT deals! Here … Continue reading →

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We’re Back From Quilt Market

Posted on May 25, 2012 by Keepsake Quilting

We’re back!  We just returned from Spring Quilt Market in Kansas City, MO, and although it is always exhausting to attend these trade shows, it’s exhilarating at the same time.  We visit each and every booth to see what each … Continue reading →

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