Calico Cottage

09/29/2026

The 21st annual quilt show is happening at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds Expo Building in Kearney October 9-10.

09/22/2026

SPECIAL EVENT NOTICE!

Embrace your inner HELEN!

SEW your CAFTAN – Wednesday (9/22) from 5 to 9 (no sewing experience needed)

ROPER ROMP – Downtown Hastings on Saturday (9/26)





Come and knock on our door... (Come and knock on our door)
We've been waiting for you.... (We've been waiting for you)
Where the fabrics are hers and hers and his,
Calico Cottage for you.

Come and sew on our floor... (Come and sew on our floor)
Take a step that is new... (Take a step that is new)
We've a loveable space that needs your face,
Calico Cottage for you.

You'll see that life is a ball again, laughter is calling for you...
Down at our rendezvous... (Down at our rendezvous)
Calico Cottage for you!

09/21/2026

Can wait to meet all the Helen’s and help them get dressed for the party!

A LAST-MINUTE HELEN EMERGENCY HAS BEEN SOLVED.

Do you want to Roper Romp this Saturday but still need a caftan? Consider this your invitation to the most fabulous little Caftan Cinderella Story in Hastings, NE.

This Wednesday, 5–9 PM, pop into Calico Cottage in downtown Hastings for a Roper Romp Caftan-Making Party! They’ll have beautiful fabric available for purchase, sewing machines ready to go, and friendly help on hand if you need assistance turning a length of fabric into your Saturday showstopper.

And while you’re there, stop by Julie's Xpressions—in the same building—to make a necklace worthy of your new caftan. Because a Helen transformation is never truly complete without a little sparkle.

Extra reason to come: every Helen who attends the Caftan-Making Party will receive a free Roper wig for Saturday’s Romp!

Bring a friend, pick a print, sip in the inspiration, and leave one step closer to your full Helen transformation. No experience required—just a willingness to be colorful.

Wednesday - 5–9 PM
Calico Cottage 743 W 2nd St, Hastings, Nebraska
Drop in anytime!

Stanley says, “You’re making what out of a curtain?”
Helen says, “A masterpiece, Stanley.”

To receive your official Roper Romp wristband and join Saturday’s event, registration is required. Registration details in comments.

Roper Romp
Registration starts at 12:00 on Saturday
Optional: meet at 9:30am to march in the Hastings College homecoming parade.

09/15/2026

🧵 PROJECT JELLY ROLL! 🧵

📅 September 19th

It’s time to roll into Calico Cottage and celebrate Project Jelly Roll!

✨ SAVE 20% OFF JELLY ROLLS ✨

Plus, stop in and pick up FREE Jelly Roll Patterns to inspire your next quilting project!

Whether you’ve been eyeing a Jelly Roll or just need an excuse to start something new, September 19th is the perfect day to treat yourself!

🪡 Calico Cottage
Your destination for quilting inspiration, fabric & fun!

September 19th Only
🎉 20% OFF Jelly Rolls
🎁 FREE Jelly Roll Patterns

09/09/2026

Calico Cottage will be hosting a book signing with Scott Flanigan tomorrow from 4 to 6! We are so excited.

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09/06/2026

🧵✨ **LONGARM QUILTING CLASS** ✨🧵

Have you been wanting to learn how to use a longarm quilting machine? Now’s your chance!

Join **Sharon at Calico Cottage** for a fun, hands-on class where you’ll learn the basics of longarm quilting.

📅 **Tuesday, September 15**
⏰ **1:00–3:00 PM**
📍 **Calico Cottage**
💲 **$15 Pre-Registration Required**

During the class, you’ll learn:
🧵 How to prepare your quilt top
✂️ How much backing and batting you’ll need
💕 The basics of using a longarm quilting machine
🙌 Plus, you’ll get **hands-on experience!**

**No need to bring anything—just an eager heart and a willingness to learn!**

⚠️ **Only 4 students per class**, so space is very limited!

📞 Call **Calico Cottage at 402-463-6767** to pre-register and reserve your spot.

Come learn, practice, and discover how much fun longarm quilting can be! 🪡💕

09/04/2026

Join us for NIFS Shop Hop in September! Stop in and purchase your water bottle and passport. Then, Visit all the other shops to collect your patterns and stickers!
Reminder: We will be closed Monday for Labor Day

09/03/2026

In Honor of Labor Day, Calico Cottage Julie's Xpressions and Blu J will be closed on Monday, Sept 7th.

08/28/2026

Are you Shop Hopping Next week???

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Shop Hop starts TUESDAY!

Are you ready?

For $15, you’ll get your Quilting Across Nebraska water bottle and passport, along with the goodies you’ll need for the adventure — stickers, bonus block patterns, and the finishing pattern for this year’s quilt.

Pick yours up before you hit the road and get ready to visit 17 Nebraska quilt shops throughout September!

Who are you Shop Hopping with this year?

08/28/2026

We will be closed until 1 p.m. on Monday to allow our staff to attend a funeral.
Blu J and Julie's Xpressions will also be closed.