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Lindy Blanton 2011-11-09
Hi Karen! I so enjoyed meeting you at the Misty Mountain Quiltfest over the weekend. I can't wait to try my new ruler and book. If I am ever in your neighborhood you can be sure I will stop by. You were such fun and I loved your demo. : Have a wonderful week! Lindy in NC
From: Franklin, NC
Mary grace 2011-11-09
Loved your booth at Jax quilt show!
From: VA
Mary grace 2011-11-09
I would love to see the basket weave pattern of yours made up
From: Fl
Linda 2011-11-09
I was in McDonough last May on a house hunting trip with my husband. He's been here since January as I stay in Pittsburgh to sell our home. He's the one who told me about AST, and he lovingly found it, and brought me to it. What a guy! Anyway, I was so blown away with your expansive store and the obvious joy filled people I saw there. I am so excited to finally live in a town that has such a wonderful quilt shop. We haven't sold our home here yet, but I have absolute faith that we will soon, and then I'll be a regular and enthusiastic patron of AST. I can't wait!
From: Pennsylvania
Carol Tatarka 2011-11-09
The Retreat in July was out of this world fun. Karen, you roll a mean wrap!!! Absolutely cannot wait until October but unfortunately I have to. If I wasn't headed on a cruise in Sept., I would be there with bells on though secretly...the Retreat isn't but a hares breath away from the cruise in my description of relaxation and fun...but don't tell my husband I said that, 'cause he might not take me on one again if you do. Love you all and see you again soon!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From: Warner Robins
Lisa 2011-07-26
I LOVE your store!! Everyone is so helpful, so kind & pleasant! In a world where customer service seems to have gone out the window, your store is such a nice change of pace! The fabric selection is amazing, and classes are awesome. Thank you for this. Quilter's Retreat this weekend was such an experience! Between the demos of products and techniques, meeting so many other quilters, and getting so much done on projects, I can't wait for the next one! Karen and her ladies made each and every one of us there feel so welcome. Great weekend!
From: Gray, Ga
Mona Resendez 2011-07-26
The 2 day retreat July 22 & 23 was a BLAST!!!! The food was great - the fellowship was TERRIFIC! Lots of gabbing, lots of sewing...it was a great time. Many thanks to all of the Scarlet Thread staff who helped in making the sew in so much fun. And a special thanks to Karen who served the food and stressed over whether it was good and if there was enough! You did good. Can't wait till October. And for those who missed out...well...there is one added for September and a rumor that there is another in progress for January 2012....sign me up for January Karen, Angela and Mary!!!
From: Marietta, GA
Pamela Whitford 2011-07-12
We came by your shop last week. We loved it. All the Ladies were very helpful and happy. This was a great stop off wish you were closer to us. You have a great shop and a good staff of women that are all nice to the customers.
From: Eustis, Florida
Diane Murray 2011-07-12
After reading all of the reviews already posted, I can not say anything different. Thanks to your billboard on I20 near Macon, I heard about your store. Visiting your store was such a treat. It truly is my favorite all time everything you need sewing store.
From: Deer Park, TX
Debbie 2011-07-12
A big sign on the interstate led us to this store. It is beautiful. God is truly a presence here. Wish I lived closer.
From: Illinois
Ellen 2011-07-12
I love your shop and I will be ordering and we are so glad that alexander is quilting in your shop he is are nephew and his mother is my sister-in -law her work is beatiful
From: victoria va.
Wendy 2011-07-12
Saw the highway sign on our way back from Tybee yesterday. Was so excited to visit...I got there at 4:01. Darn it! ::. Although my daughter was secretly relieved. Hopefully, I can make it back soon.
From: Norcross
Georgianne Renella 2011-05-19
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this store!!! When we found SunCity Peachtree my second thought was ok, now I have to find a good quilt shop. Well lo and behold right next door in the quaint little town of McDonough I discovered "A Scarlet Thread". How great is that! I am absolutely thrilled with the whole place. Owners, employees, products, fabric & customer service, it couldn't get any better. We have lived in several different states in our lifetime and this shop ranks right up at the top with the rest of the good ones. Thank you Scarlet Thread, it's always a treat to walk through your front door.
From: Griffin, GA - SunCity Peachtree
Lynne Kingerski 2011-04-05
I was in the shop today right at 4 pm and the gentleman was so kind as to let me in, I love this shop and can't wait to go back. I didn't want to impose since they were closing, so I scooted through and said I would be back. And I will. Thank you for letting me check you out.
From: Mcdonough, Ga
Renee L. 2011-03-04
Without a doubt - this is my favorite quilt shop. Karen Taylor is the BEST - a rock star in the making for sure!! The new location is fabulous and I plan on making many more trips - Hiram may be a drive, but certainly worth it.
From: Hiram, GA
Honey Bunny 2011-02-08
I always love a good challenge. One of my best friends Shellie Potter called to tell me she has to learn how to make a quilt, I laugh, because you have to know Shellie. God bless her. I know she can do anything she sets her mind to do.It just doesn't take much to stress her out. So she told her mother in-law that she was going to make a quilt and the challenge is on.I said where? When? How much? A Scarlet Thread!!!! This place is awesome. I got some fabric that had the colors for my daughters wedding. Also picked out some fabric for my other daughter to do a pattern called a Bundle of joy. So as soon as I got home I went to work making a quilt Shellie was picking on me because I couldn't wait till classes to start. Well my first quilt is not perfect, but I'm having so much fun. Everyone was very helpful. Lots of beautiful color, patterns and sewing supplies. Can't wait to take the classes in March. Thanks Shellie and A Scarlet Thread. The Challenge is on for both of us!
From: McDonough, Georgia
Marilyn De LaRoche 2010-12-31
I Love the Scarlet Thread. This is where ALL of my extra money goes. I work full time and its extremely hard to participate in the various classes that you offer. I have been trying to get a time to learn how to use the Handi quilter but nothing seems to work with our schedules. I am hoping that the future will hold some options for us who work full time and have quilting as a second life. :
From: McDonough, GA
Martha DuPree 2010-12-31
Had the best time shopping in your store, and the Ladies that helped me, well they made me feel like I have been coming in your store for years. Can't wait to come back. See ya soon
From: Sparta, Ga.
Anjanette W Johnson 2010-10-29
Love the new store! Can't wait to get into that embroidery class! Mom would be so proud.
From: McDonough, Ga
Edie Frasier 2010-10-29
What a nice surprise to find quilters in your shop at 8:30 am Saturday morning as we made our way to Atlanta! Thank you for allowing me and my sister to shop while class was in session.
From: Tallahassee, Florida
Beth Metcalf 2010-08-31
Love your shop. Saw the sign and became giddy. Your staff is the best. I came in with my husband and you gave us both a whole lot of love. I hope to make it back to the Atlanta area and visit you all in your new shop.
From: Fremont,CA
Wanda Tillman 2010-08-02
On our way to see our daughter in Atlanta, saw your sign and had to stop. Your store is great! Will be stopping now every time we visit in Atlanta or any other trip that takes us your way. Looking forward to seeing your new shop. Thanks to your staff too for their help. Enjoyed talking to you, will tell Sue at Sew Worth It I stopped by.
From: Bradenton, FL
Layla Fisher 2010-07-29
I saw your sign while passing through GA on vacation and asked hubby to stop. Nicest quilt shop I've seen on the east coast!
From: Chesapeake VA
Sam 2010-07-28
I just love this store...especially the people that work at AST. Best quilt store I've ever visited. Good luck on your new store location. Can't wait to see it.
From: Dallas, Texas
Karen Taylor 2010-06-26
Awww...you guys say the sweetest things!
From: McDonough, GA
Rhonda Rocchio 2010-06-23
I have visited a lot of fabric shops for quilters and I truly must say....your shop has it all and you and your staff are great. Your shop has become my all time favortie. Thank you for being here.
From: Warner Robins, GA
Holly Melton 2010-06-23
I was thrilled to see a sign for A Scarlet Thread on the interstate as I made my way back to ARK from visiting my USAF son's family in Warner/Robbins while he is deployed. My husband said this shop is another great reason to attend the races in Atlanta too. We will both be happy. Thanks and I really want to spend more time with you.
From: Pine Bluff Arkansas
Libby 2010-06-23
I have to tell you that visiting your store during the Atlanta Quilt Shop Hop was the highlight of my weekend. I have never had more fun shopping for fabrics, patterns and "stuff". Although it's quite a hike for me, I will surely be one of your new "regulars" at the store. Thanks so much for creating such a fun, energizing place to be.
From: Norcross, GA
Karen 2010-06-23
I have a new "favorite" quilt store. Shop hop got me there, but the store and staff will get me back. I only wish I lived nearer. 'Sounds like at least a monthly trip south.
From: Canton, Ga
Donna 2010-06-23
OMG!!! My sister and I started the Shop Hop 2010 on Thursday morning working our way around the metro shops. WOW!!! What a shop you have, the collection of fabric you have is wonderful. The staff you have are so nice and helpful everyone made us feel welcomed even that cute little dog you have as a mascot!! We will definately be back to your shop. All we kept saying as we walked thru the shop was OMG, what a great place!!!
From: Chamblee, GA
Clare 2010-06-23
All I can say is WOW! From the moment my friend Tammi and I walked in A Scarlet Thread we were hooked! Whatever you need in terms of sewing, quilting and embroidery- they have it! And the staff is SUPERB!! They are all so knowledgeable and helpful. We joined The Silver Thimble Quilt Club because we heard there would be an "expert" there when we would be sewing all day. We didn't have to buy the kit she was demonstrating, we could work on whatever. Well, that expert, Pat, was over the top!! She is so clever! She offers little tips and tricks with everything she does. And that's why we will drive over 6 hours to come back!!
From: Florida
Mary Ramsdell 2010-06-23
A Scarlet Thread is the best shop around! Plenty of selection tools,books,notions, paerns, etc...top quality fabrics, and the nicest staff ever!!!!
From: Monticello Georgia
Tia 2010-06-23
I recently visited your store on what could have been a very inconvient day. It was snowing like never before outside. Your staff was so friendly and patient with my friend and I. You have absolutely the best variety and frendliest staff around town. Thank you so much!
From: Newnan, GA
Donna Clary 2010-06-23
Stopped by a couple of weeks ago and was pleasantly amazed at all the wonderful material and quilting accessories I found..would love to be able to purchase online... Just complete a quilt in a cup and it is awesome...LOVE the $30 bundles...can't wait to visit again!
From: Purvis Mississippi
Joyce Luke 2010-06-23
My friends Karen and Dee and I loved visiting your shop Jan. 9 wonderful selection, customer service outstanding. We will be back
From: Albany, Ga
Lynne Leavell 2010-02-08
Ok once again I have to give a shout out to A Scarlet Thread. Especially to Jamie. She was wonderful. I was about a half a yard short of fabric to finish the sashing strips for my sons quilt for a Wedding Gift. I called the store and explained to Jamie the fabric I needed and she helped my husband when he came in to pick it up for me. She also reminded him that I needed a new card as well. Thanks Jamie for your help. Thanks Karen for having such wonderful helpful people working for you.
From: Kennesaw, GA
Anita Crosby 2010-02-08
My friend Inez and I really enjoyed our first visit to you lovely shop today, January 18, 2010. We were awed by the size of your shop and all the beautiful fabrics. I am sure you already know it, but you have a great bunch of ladies working for you. They were extremely friendly and helpful and made shopping that much more enjoyable. I hope to visit again real soon with my daughter, who is also a quilter, in tow. Blessings and Thanks to you and your staff.
From: Stone Mountain, GA
Huberta 2010-02-08
Attended Silver Thimble on Saturday despite the weather. Had a BLAST!!! Pat is a hoot!! We had an amazing time and learned stuff too. What more could you ask for.
From: McDonough
Simone Guscott 2010-02-08
Stopped in June 2009, lovely store. I asked about Babylock sewing feet and was foolish enough to pass them by. Just called and was delighted to know your store still had what I was looking for. Your phone service is as terriffic as you store service. Thank you and am looking forward to getting the pressor feet.
From: Williston, FL
Stephanie Sedlar 2010-06-23
Love the store too. If I might make a suggestion, it would be helpful if the classes had a picture of the finished project. Being a bear of little brain, I forget which quilt is called what!
From: Hampton, GA
Carol Tatarka 2010-02-08
Karen, you are an amazing person. I am so proud of the energy you have cultured in your store. Everybody who works there and all of your patrons feel it as soon as we walk in the door. I cannot even picture AST without your smiling face. Thanks so much for providing us with such a fun place to spend time with our family and yours!
From: Warner Robins
Lynne Leavell 2010-02-08
I just have to say once again. Karen and all the AST Diva's are the best. Strip Club OH MY GOSH!!! It's just as fun as Karen talks about in her news letters. If you have not been to one please come. You will not miss another. We do have so much fun. Oh yea and the bouncer Ken he is just as fun on these mornings. Getting up at 6:30 am to be there by 8:30 is so worth it the first Saturday of each month. Love you guys.
From: Kennesaw GA
Huberta 2010-02-08
I wanted to learn to quilt so I prayed for a quilt shop close by. Well God answered my prayers and sent AST within 1 mile of my house. Not only did God answered my prayers for a quilt shop where I could learn to quilt, he sent Christians. Talk about a double bonus. Karen, Ken and the "girls" are fabulous!!
From: McDonough, GA actually Flippen
Carolyn Hill 2010-02-08
Hello Karen and Ken, it was such a pleasure to meet you all at the Georgia National Fair. You all are the Greatest. I look forward to coming to your shop and I do miss my machine!!! Many blessing for prosperity and growth! Carolyn
From: Augusta, GA
Peggy Barkle 2009-10-12
LOVE LOVE LOVE this store. Karen has paid such attention to every detail of the store, all the employees welcome you with such a bright smile.....Not to mention the fabrics are WONDERFUL bravo Karen
From: georgia
Mani Barry 2009-06-15
I visited your shop yesterday for the first time. My creative juices have been stirred up for sure. What a fabulous store!
From: Macon, GA
Merrill Hogan Smith 2009-06-15
Wow! By the sounds of all the people leaving messages, your shop must be wonderful! I would love to win the Scotty Quilt as it is so cute. Thank you.
From: Melbourne, Australia
Shirley Lowe 2009-05-25
I feel sorry for anyone who does not live near this store!
From: McDonough, GA
Neecie Selby 2009-05-25
Hi, and God Bless you, I found your website on the Northcott site. I'm looking forward to your on-line store opening, as I have recently found I truly enjoy quilting. Perhaps becoming a grandmother has that effect upon sew many. hehehe Have a Blessed day in the Lord, Neecie
From: Warner Robins
Patrice 2009-02-23
My husband and I were in back in Oct and I bought a babylock. I love it. I loved everything about your store and you. If I lived closer i would be in all the time. Can't wait for your online store to open. Thanks for everything!
From: Newnan
VJones 2009-02-23
I am thankful for your billboard on the side of I-75 or I would not have found your store! I love all of wonderful fabric, books, supplies, and very informative employees. I am sew excited!
From: Griffin, GA