Medical Mission Bags - How To and Why

by erika on May 03, 2013

IMG_0653.jpg We are constantly amazed at the generosity in time and materials of our customers, and this project is no exception. We introduced the need for small draw string bags to you only 3 weeks ago, and we already have 172 to pass along! Medical Mission International is a group that works with local churches across North America in supporting short-term medical and dental aid trips around the world. How can a sewer help too?

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Long Arm Rental Program is Going Strong

by erika on February 20, 2013

Animal_Crackers.JPG The long arm quilt frame rental program is going strong at Sewing Machines Etcetera.

The new Platinum 3000 and Quilt Sew Clever II Robot are a pleasure to use with over 350 designs available. Here is an example called ‘Animal Crackers’ that would look great on a children’s quilt.

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Organizing your Bobbin Thread

by erika on January 15, 2013

water_colour_bobbinswater colour bobbinswater_colour_bobbinswater colour bobbins There are all sorts of storage solutions for organizing your bobbins, but have you thought about organizing your THREAD by colour coding them with your actual bobbins?

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HV Convention 2012 Day 4

by erika on October 05, 2012

suhappy.JPG Just back from the farewell banquet held down by the pools under the stars. We didn't win a free trip to next year's convention from the draw, but we did have a good time hashing it out will other dealers. Here is a brief recap of our day:

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