Laura's Corner
Hello Creative Passions Friends!
We have some great news! By June 1st, we will be opening a 2nd quilt shop, located a block west from our current shop, on the opposite side of the road. We know you will have lots of questions for us, and we are still in the process of deciding what fabrics, notions and other things will be there. If you have suggestions (we know you do!), feel free to respond to this newsletter with (reasonable) ideas. For sure, this area will have a small classroom so we can teach the next generation to sew and quilt.
None of our expansions would be possible without the support of you, our guests, over the past nearly 21 years. Remember back when we had one retreat for 16 people and I was 99% sure we would never have a quilt shop? Ha ha. I am so funny. Thank you for all your support!!
So thankful for you!
Laura G
With that being said, we are hiring!
Creative Passions Quilt Shop is looking for a new team member to join our staff.
Position Details:
- Approximately 30 hours per week
- Must be available to work two Saturdays per month
Ideal Candidate:
- Friendly with strong customer service skills
- Comfortable with basic computer use
- Enjoys working with people in a creative retail environment
If you’re interested in joining our team, please stop by the shop or contact us for more information.
Michelle's Materials
We will be closed April 3 & 4 for Good Friday and Easter Weekend!
Barb's Garden
Longer hours of daylight. More clear skies. My favorite time of year! Nothing showy in my yard but here is a spring favorite, The Crocus. It's amazing how they deplete over the years where as the daffodils thrive and multiply!
 
Diane's Book Nook
The book I chose this month is “James” by Percival Everett. It was a book group selection for April and I was intrigued when I heard it was the story of Huckleberry Finn and the slave Jim, but told from Jim’s point of view.
I have fond memories of reading Mark Twain’s “Huckleberry Finn” as a youngster, but this re-telling from James, the slave known as Jim, is convicting as it records a dark time in our history.
Everett clearly portrayed the language Jim and the other slaves would ‘code-switch’ by saying incorrect grammar to the white slave owners, but in fact, they are articulate, and some can read and write. But since they knew if white owners sensed their intelligence, they would fear their power.
I enjoyed this book even with the dark moments. I think I need to read those and remember that not all freedoms come easily.
Rebecca's Wonderings
Lydia's Recomendations
Movie: Ready or Not 2 Here I Come - A follow up to the 2019 horror comedy Ready or Not. This sequel is every bit as good as the first movie.
Video Game: Pokemon Pokopia - This cozy game is the perfect combination of Animal Crossing and Minecraft. Befriend pokemon, build them homes, and make the land of Kanto beautiful in whatever ways you see fit. This relaxing game is sure to offer hundreds of hours of fun.
Podcast: Dungeons and Daddies Season 4 Grandpas and Galaxies - 4 granddads must make a voyage to the stars to rescue their lost grandchildren. A return to the format of season 1, season 4 has started off very strong. I'm excited to see where it goes next.
Sew What's Cooking? With Jenn
I made these to add some variety to a cookie plate and they became an instant fan favorite. The crust is like a shortbread and the topping is nutty, ooey, gooey goodness. Feel free to make the nut choices your own. I've used macadamia and walnuts; added more of one kind than the other depending upon what I had on hand, and it always turns out great. As long as the total amount of nuts equals 4 cups, pick your favorites!
Cozy Nut Bars
Prep: 20 min
Bake 35 min + cooling
Yield 3 dz
1 Tbsp.. Plus ¾ cup cold butter - divided
2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup sugar
½ tsp. baking powder
1 large egg, room temp., lightly beaten
Topping
2/3 cup honey
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ tsp salt
6 Tbsp. butter cubed
2 Tbsp. heavy whipping cream
1 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted
1 cup salted cashews
1 cup pistachios
1 cup salted roasted almonds
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Preheat oven to 375. Line a 13x9-inch baking pan with foil, letting ends extend over sides by 1 inch. Grease foil with 1 Tbsp butter.
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In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in remaining butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbles. Stir in egg until blended (mixture will be dry).
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Bake 18-20 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on a wire rack.
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For topping, in a heavy saucepan, combine honey, brown sugatr, and salt; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to dissolve sugar. Stir in butter and cream; return to a boil. Cook and stir 1 minute or until smooth. Remove from heat; stir in nuts. Spread over crust.
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Bake 15-20 minutes or until topping is bubbly. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Lifting with foil, remove from pan. Discard foil and cut into bars.
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