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Troy Corporation is please to announce that Brenda Papadakis will be joining us in our warehouse on Monday, October 6, 2008 for Fabriganza Fall 2008. Mention Dear Jane® and Brenda Papadakis is the first name that comes to mind. At Fabriganza Fall 2008 you will be able to learn from and talk to Brenda, who helped design the beautiful new Dear Jane® collection which allows DJers to create their "Baby Janes" with fabrics authentically reproduced from their vintage counterparts and die-hard reproduction enthusiasts can take advantage of the beautiful patterns and colors that are the essence of Jane Stickle. Rich in history, the quilt that inspires the Dear Jane audience was actually made by Jane A. Stickle during the Civil War. She signed her quilt "In War Time 1863". The masterpiece consists of 169 blocks measuring 4-1/2" square, surrounded by 52 8"x5" triangles and four corner triangles. But it is more than the variety of the pieced and appliquéd blocks that evoke such strong emotion among "Janiacs". The quilt has its own unique "aura" that transcends generations, reaching quilters of varied levels of skill, age and style. The quilters profess a heartfelt, soul-searching experience as they work to create their own unique interpretation of the blocks - a connection to their "sister" Jane. Plan to attend Brenda's class on Monday, October 6th. We are very excited that Brenda will be with us at Fabriganza Fall 2008. Make sure that you will be here too. Watch for further details that will be announced shortly so that you can be part of the most fabulous Fabriganza ever! Or better yet ... register today using the form you can download below. Don't Miss A Single Issue of the Fabriganza Newsletter SignUp for your subscription by clicking here or paste this URL into your browser: http://www.troy-corp.com/cgi-bin/FabriganzaNewsSignup.exe

About Brenda Papadakis

A class at the University of Tennessee, Southern Appalachian Folk Culture, was Brenda Manges Papadakis' introduction to quiltmaking. After writing a research paper on quilting, Brenda knew she wanted to make a quilt. "Since the early nineteen seventies," she says, 'I've been doing just that. Most of all, I enjoy the drafting and designing." This preference reflects Brenda's background as a mathematician. She holds a B.S. in Mathematics Education, and an M.S. in Special Education, both from the University of Tennessee. A teacher for twenty-three years, she has taught a wide range of students, including the learning disabled, mentally retarded and those gifted in mathematics and science. Brenda's extensive teaching experience enhances her popular quilting classes, which she began in 1991. She specializes in Amish and Japanese quiltmaking and designs, as well as Baltimore Applique. Her quilt teaching credits include workshops in Japan, where she developed a group of Baby Jane enthusiasts. Her present relationship with Jane A. Blakely Stickle has resulted in a fascination for miniature patterns, and an abiding interest in women's history.

Register Now for FABRIGANZA

Get your registration in early and save. $50 buys you everything at Fabriganza , but you will also receive a $50 credit for merchandise purchased at Fabriganza. Your net cost is then $0. How can you get a better deal? Your registration fee allows you to attend as many classes as you want, preview all the lines, eat two breakfasts and two lunches, and snack all day long. And your registration covers up to 4 people from your store. A detailed schedule, when available, will be eMailed to all those already registered first. Register today. A registration form in PDF format is available at www.troy-corp.com/forms/Fabriganza200802Registration.pdf Just print out and fill in the form to register, and don't forget to enclose your check.

Fabriganza Registration Form is available by clicking here. Mail Your Registration and Check To Troy Corporation 2701 N Normandy Ave Chicago, IL 60707-2227

Our fabric warehouse is open for full bolts sales only (10 - 15 yard bolts or remnant bundles of 50 yards). For the Fabriganza Open House, stores, and other businesses, organizations, and individuals that re-sell fabric are welcome. If you do not currently have a wholesale fabric account with Troy, please bring proof of your business such as your Resale / Sales & Use Tax certificate. If you have any questions about your eligibility to purchase fabrics from us, please call our Customer Service department at 800.888.2400 or 773.804.9600.