Short Story Contest

 In celebration of 20 years in business here at Fabric Creations by Tiffany, we offered a contest where our customers and friends submitted short stories relating to a memory of a class, or a special quilt that was made or completed here at our shop. 

Below are the 1st and 2nd place winners and the stories they submitted:

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2nd Place - Deborah Dakers (Longmeadow, MA) Winner of the $25 gift certificate

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I met Tiffany in the most unusual way or maybe it wasn’t. I met her on Facebook, actually I was stalking her… Lol No let me explain…

I was on a quilting website, and several women were asking long arm questions. Tiffany was answering them all so sweetly. Some women were quite nice others were quite rude questioning her cost etc. Well I am quite the shopper test me…, Quality, shipping and the cost per square inch can’t hold a candle to the cost up north…yup, i am from the north! yes I am a darn Yankee… LOL a nice one which Tiffany can attest.  Massachusetts to be  precise! (Plymouth Rock 1620)

 

Well this lady handled all these questions with such dignity and grace I knew she was to be one of my long arm ladies…and a friend. Because she was just that a lady. As the years progressed I began admire her as a friend, mom, wife, woman, Christian, teacher and business woman. 

Her business is a great place to shop! Excellent place to take classes,  on line too…  Reasonably priced! So reasonable! 

As our friendship  grew I begin to admire this lady even more… Not only was she a businesswoman she was a teacher who taught all five of her children and her grandson while running a business and get this she’s also a proud farmer… How do I know this I sent her seeds!

While talking to Tiffany I had shared that I had multiple sclerosis and that I had terrible back pain. She had asked me what I did for it and I had shared what I did. I sent her some of my cream that I sell and she was forever indebted. It has just developed into that kind of friendship. 

As our friendship grew I became to know her family. Such a nice family. Her Youngest son Kielan even wanted in on a quilt I made for my son-in-law because it was all about cartoon action figures. 

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Arkansas and Massachusetts in some ways we are worlds apart but we are joined by quilts. These are our quilts. Started by Debi finished by Tiffany. I make sure and they are labeled as such too!  Quilting is a partnership Piecer + Long Armer = Quilt. Don’t forget that. 

Tiffany and I enjoyed other great partnerships also. Like the time we partnered on 3 1940s  depression era feed sack quilts that were gifted to me by my high school girlfriend; done by her Aunt. Labeled with a little history pocket. Then I regifted them to my 3 grandsons… history lives on. 

Almost 100 years in the making… completed by Tiffany💜!

I can’t say enough about this woman and what she’s done for me… This past May I fell and broke my wrist. I was expecting my third grandchild. I have so many aspirations of doing a baby quilt for my grandson… Well Tiffany made sure my dreams came true for my grandchild… I only wish I had a picture to include… She made the most darling twinkle twinkle little stars baby Quilt and say I love you to the moon and back twin size quilt with a matching bag! Tiffany went above and beyond anything I could’ve hoped for! My daughter burst into tears when she opened the package saw it was from Arkansas. 

Tiffany and I made fast friends! Sharing secrets, laughs and a few tears! People come into our lives and touch us in the most special ways. Tiffany has touched my life and left a indelible mark. So much so that she has made it on my cross country trip bucket list! Till we meet in person my dear friend… I ♥️U2 the🌚and back 🌞!

Most sincerely Deborah Sbraccia-Dakers Longmeadow Massachusetts

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1st Place - Teresa Smith (Blevins, AR)

Winner of the $50 gift certificate 

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Oh My,

Where To Begin My Short Story,

Here Goes........

Back in 2017 my Best Friend Sherry Gregory introduced me to making a star quilt.  This quilt was made in her living room floor with a piece of cardboard, yardstick, and a pair of scissors. I was so excited.  It had been many years since I had sewn anything and oh my, I was so excited.  This started a new addiction. Then I had to search for someone to quilt my masterpiece :)  (Bless Them) I go to church with the Sweetest lady, Ms. Ruby Sullivan and she said she uses Fabric Creations by Tiffany.  So Sherry and I made a appointment and got with Tiffany and the process started.  Bless you Tiffany.  I realize that the quilts I did in the beginning needed so much work and were so woonky jawed that you had your work cut out for you.  I was so excited at my new found trade I made anybody and everybody one and you got to stress over all my crookedness.

but.....God had a plan........and it included you inviting me to join in on your classes and oh my, did I ever learn so much.  I have learned the importance of sewing all your seams the same allowance, pressing, starching, how to square up and I have made some beautiful pieces from your teaching and guidance.  I am looking forward to life slowing back down and learning more.

The most important of my short story!!!!!!! I have been Blessed by your family and your friendship.  I remember Leon telling me that he can tell the difference in my quilts from when I had started. I do have gratitude in my heart for everything you have taught me and done for me.

Thank you,

Teresa