Living & Decor
Making memory projects
Memory quilts and other sewn items are a good way of providing comfort and a tangible reminder of our loved one. Quilts, pillows, wall hangings and stuffed animals are all items that can be made […]
The Sewing & Vacuum Center
Living & Decor
Selecting the right batting for your quilting project
Why are some quilts soft and cuddly and others slightly stiff or very puffy? What goes between the top and back of the quilt makes a difference in the feel of the quilt. Batting is […]
Living & Decor
Working with antique quilts
Many families have several old quilts that have been passed down through generations as beloved heirlooms. Other old quilts can be found at estate sales and resale shops, waiting for a new owner. These quilts […]
Living & Decor
Decorative Stitches on the Sewing Machine
Many customers looking at sewing machines today are overwhelmed with the number of stitches available on them – even on budget-priced models. Decorative stitches are fun and can add a lot of pizzazz to your […]
Living & Decor
Join us for “Quilter’s Trek”
For the past five years, we have participated in the Row by Row Experience and have had a wonderful time with it. For 2020, this program has now become “Quilter’s Trek.” Quilters visit participating shops […]
Living & Decor
Sewing for a cause
As we deal with the Coronavirus, many of us find ourselves sewing to help our family, neighbors, and community. Sewing has always, for me, been a way to deal with stress and this current situation […]
Living & Decor
The Sewing & Vacuum Center – Machines for quilting
submitted by The Sewing & Vacuum Center March is National Quilting Month, so a good way to celebrate is to give yourself a new machine with updated features especially for piecing and quilting! Most people […]