The Best Portable Light

Posted on July 11, 2021 by Penny Haren

I love these lights and can’t wait to get my hands on this one! The Foldi GO from Daylight Company is a premium, rechargeable task lamp that has consistently bright high-quality light. With fully adjustable height and reach, It is extremely compact and lightweight. Carrying case is included making it easy to transport to any location.

Wouldn’t you love to have this tucked away in your purse? Having light just where I want it – whenever I want it – will be such a treat! These are due to arrive later this month so place your order now!

The New Block Markers

Posted on June 12, 2021 by Penny Haren

Keep your quilt pieces organized using Pinnable Quilt Block Markers from Purple Hobbies. Use your own pins with a Quilt Block Marker to pin a letter or number to your fabric pieces.

Choose from a variety of bright colors to contrast with your fabrics. Each letter and number was custom designed to make them easy to read at a glance.

Each set includes the full alphabet (A-Z) and numbers (0-9) for a total of 36 pieces.

Use them to mark the sewing sequence when cutting strips for a log cabin quilt. Or organize the individual pieces when paper-piecing. Use them to keep track of the blocks for your Block of the Month projects. Or mark them in order when laying out blocks for a quilt! Use two colors to easily separate the pieces of a block that uses mirrored pieces.

The possibilities are endless so check out our website for color options. You will want more than one set! These are due to arrive any day so place your orders now!

Featherweight Accessories

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Penny Haren

What can I say? Featherweights touch the hearts of every quilter – and add that touch of nostalgia that we all hold dear!

These magnetic bowls are available in two colors and can be used to hold pins but also can be used to keep the pieces and parts together when servicing your treasure.

This mat shows a complete schematic of the machine. Not only is it a nostalgic piece, it can actually help when servicing your machine.

Featherweight Schematic Servicing Mat for the White 221K7 Machine

These are due to arrive the end of the month so place your orders now!

Stackable Floss Bobbins

Posted on March 20, 2021 by Penny Haren

These floss bobbins from The Gypsy Quilter® are the best way to store floss for your latest needlework project.

Each bobbin can hold two full skeins of floss.

They are sold in packages of six and stack together to keep everything in its place!

These should be arriving soon so place your orders now!

The Joy of Creativity

Posted on February 13, 2021 by Penny Haren

The perfect gift for Valentine’s Day, Easter or Mother’s Day!

White, embossed stripes add chic texture against the white cover, accented by shiny gold lettering and double spiral binding. The dot grid pages are ideal for journaling, sketching, to-do lists, and more! Kimberbell’s Experience the Joy Bullet Journal #KDMR123 is the classy way to track your day, your dreams, and your inspiration.

I ordered one – and as soon as it arrived, ordered more! The quality is THAT good and the price is right. It is one of those gifts that are great to have on hand for every occasion!

New by Aunties Two

Posted on February 10, 2021 by Penny Haren

I love everything by Aunties Two. She is one of those designers whose patterns are instantly recognizable. These are her new releases:

Make all or one – these oval baskets will add a touch of charm to any room!

These boxes also come in three sizes.

As well as these covered round crates…

Pressed Felt from Bosal would work beautifully in any of these patterns and is now available in pre-packaged yardage.

The wool felt is in stock now. The patterns are arriving the middle of next month.

Magnetic Needle Cases

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Penny Haren

These magnetic needle cases from It’s Sew Emma are the perfect accessory to sew on the go! Your needles will stick to the magnetic layer inside the case, protected by the sturdy plastic exterior. They are available in three colorways – each sporting a favorite stitchy saying.

Get To The Point Teal Magnetic Needle Case

Needle Little Love Pink Magnetic Needle Case

These are due to arrive February 1st – the perfect little something for Valentine’s Day!

Endless Possibilities

Posted on January 5, 2021 by Penny Haren

Angela Pingel designed this to be a Travel Laundry Bag – and it is perfect for that. Throw it in your suitcase, hang it on the back of the door and throw it in your suitcase at the end of the trip!

But then I saw the picture with the assortment of bags hanging from hooks….Wouldn’t this be adorable in my sewing room? Organize the fabric and pattern for individual projects in each bag. The mesh makes it easy to view what is inside.

Or wouldn’t these be great for organizing soccer gear, gymnastics stuff, etc.? Graduation is right around the corner. These would be great gifts done in school colors with the student’s name appliquéd or embroidered on each (because they are going to need more than one)! Throw in some color catchers, soap, and fabric softener sheets and you have a great gift!

The patterns are due to arrive the end of this month so place your orders now!

Tote Trivet – the perfect companion

Posted on August 19, 2020 by Penny Haren

The Gypsy Quiltee® Tote Trivet is designed to keep notions organized while on the go. The Trivet holds a wide variety of notions in the zippered pouch. When you are at a class, snap the corners to create the sides of an adorable trivet that holds all of the notions you need for class. Class over? Unsnap the corners and put the notions back in the zippered pouch!

These 13″ squares come in a variety of colors.

These are due to arrive in September and would be a perfect choice for a holiday gift!

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