Fun weekend with the Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild

We had a nice weekend at the Greater Ann Arbor Quilt Guild show this weekend. This is a picture of our booth. We had fun visiting with some of our sewing friends and meeting some new ones. It is so amazing to see all the talent in our area!!

New fabric line

We just brought out a cute new fabric line by Wilmington Prints called Jingle Bell Snowmen. We made up a throw-quilt from all of the browns, creams and blue prints in this line. Although, you can use the snowmen prints for a more seasonal look. If you go to www.wilmingtonprints.com you can get the free pattern and see what else you can make up out of this line. It's adorable!

Strips for Stripes Tote by Renae Allen

Check out this cute free purse pattern! Great way to use scraps or 2 1/2" strips.
Strips for Stripes Tote by Renae Allen

Coming soon

This is a snapshot of one of my favorite quilts I saw at Bernina University. It is called Botanical Gardens and it is embroidered on linen. We have the designs and fabric coming soon! Sylvia will be making up a sample.

We're back from BERNINA University!

Kris and I just got back from BERNINA University. We had a wonderful time. BERNINA always comes up with new, incredible, innovative products-coming to our store soon!! We wanted to thank all our customers and staff for a wonderful year. We were awarded BERNINA District Dealer of the Year. Here we are accepting our award from Paul Ashworth, CEO & President of BERNINA USA.

Special Event

Can you guess who is on his way to our store??

Hanspeter Ueltschi, the owner of BERNINA!  And you can meet him for yourself!  Mr. Ueltschi took over the reins of this International Company from his mother in 1988 and runs the company to this day as owner and chairman of the board of directors. He ushered the computer age into the sewing industry and has ensured the continuous development of that technology in the world of sewing. Hanspeter Ueltschi is highly conscious of the Swiss tradition of the company and the associated quality of BERNINA, which led him to incorporate the flag of Switzerland into the company logo. Ann Arbor Sewing Center began its association with BERNINA in 1983 and continues today to showcase and service the wide range of BERNINA Sewing Machines and Sergers, up to and including the New 830, which is considered to be the world’s most innovative sewing and embroidery system for home users.  This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to hear Mr. Ueltschi speak and get your BERNINA (or BERNINA’S) Autographed!

Along with Mr. Ueltschi, you will also be able to meet four "sewing celebrities!"  They are, Kaye England, Pat Holly, Sue Nickels, and Sue Holdaway-Heys.  Kaye England will demonstrate how to piece with precision and show unique ways to use your sewing machine. Her down-home style and wit along with her vast knowledge of quilting and sewing will entertain and educate you.  Pat Holly will share how she uses the decorative stitches on her sewing machine to create an embellished background to go with her stellar blanket stitched raw edge applique. Sue Nickels will show how she successfully free motion quilts the beautiful feather design showcased on her quilts. She will talk about the basic skills she uses to achieve smooth and consistent stitching for free-motion quilting using both the traditional darning foot and the BSR.  Sue Holdaway-Heys will share expertise on creating her landscape and floral art quilts. She will elaborate on complementary designs and textures that will add excitement to your quilt.

Monday, April 23 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Fee: $55, includes buffet lunch 

A fun-filled, action-packed day at Weber’s Inn: Lectures, Prizes, Demos and More! Did we mention PRIZES?

Space is Limited.  Call us to reserve your spot today!  (734) 761-3094

Visit our website www.annarborsewing.com for complete event information

   

Rick Kissing Up to His Boss

We had to post this blooper picture of Rick and Kris.  This was taken when we were taking a serious picture for the website.  We thought it was too funny not to use. :-)