Patchwork Plus

Patchwork Plus sits amidst the rural landscape of central New York's finger lakes region, dotted with apple orchards and wineries.

From left:

Suzanne Curdt, Kitsie Demeree, Merle LeFevre, Judi West, Karen Buchholz, Dolores Bachta, Tom West, Nancy Bales, Patty Elkovitch, Jeanne Berlew, Judy Sheridan, Karen Donnelly, and Joyce Patton; not pictured: Jean Cooper.

This newly built board-and-batten structure has natural light streaming in overhead through rows of clerestory windows, casting a glow on the fabric below. This 5,000-square-foot quilter's haven harbors thousands of fabric bolts along with a fireplace-warmed seating area and beams perfect for hanging quilts.

Fabric kites fly over the abundant selection of merchandise in this shop's spacious interior.

These internationally inspired dolls offer small, short-term projects while the fabrics support the shop's vast array of samples.

Handbag patterns are popular first projects. Using patterns of her design, staff member Judy Sheridan teaches Assisi appliqué, a mix of needle-turn and reverse appliqué.

The Finger Lakes region is a popular spot for water sports and recreation, drawing many visitors to the area. Nautical-theme quilts, such a New Leaf Stitches' Ahoy, are great souvenirs for vacationing quilters.

For more information about Patchwork Plus, visit www.patchworkplusquiltshop.com.