Millie P's Quilt Shop

The story of Millie Ps Quilt Shop actually began some 60 years ago when Millie Pearl married Jack. Although she had a creative nature, it became somewhat of a necessity sewing for her children (6 in total). Although she took it 10 steps further. Jackie, Becky and Sandy were always the talk of First Baptist and Oxford Baptist Church as they flounced... in each holiday wearing their adorable dresses including hand-embroidered anklets to match. Her sewing expanded to home decorating and blankets for babies and grandchildren making each one custom to the child. Becky Carlson, owner of Millie Ps, began quilting about twelve years ago and hasnt come up for air since. Like many others, it became not only a creative outlet but a stress reliever and a means to pass time while her husband, David, was fishing (and, man, does he fish a lot). Becky retired from Medtronic in July of 2009 and the break from the corporate world soon led to the realization that her time needed to be filled with something that she loved doing. The idea of Millie Ps began in earnest in September the store opened on January 2nd. Needless to say it has been a whirlwind of work and fun. Millie Ps dedicated to continuing the creative education many generations before us started building the bond between grandmas, moms and children through quilting. Millie Pearl (Mom, Grandma and Grandma Great) in her memory, the talent of Millie Ps staff will pay it forward. Note from Becky: I get asked many times what the theme of my quilt shop is. I didnt realize what my theme was until after I ordered all my fabric. I just ordered what I liked and walking into Millie Ps now you will definitely see that the theme is BRIGHTS ! We have many lines of fabric including Kaffe Fassett, Moda, Blank, Red Rooster, Marcus, Timeless Treasures and on and on. Each line was carefully chosen because I felt it would pop or blend or tell a story. I have a passion for color a passion for design and a passion for children. The color and design you will see when you walk in the passion ...Read More