The Sewing Party

Have you seen this yet? An online sewing event with access to over 30 classes, learning a variety gof sewing techniques. Watch for more information on how Sew-A-Lot will be participating in this event. And get more info at www.thesewingparty.com!

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Bosal Child's Chair

So I finally got Ruby's chair covered. I found it at Quilt Market in May and knew she had to have one. And I was right, she's loved it since I brought it home. Hopefully she loves it just as much now that it's covered. Lol But she'll just have to wait a bit to see it, as it, will be residing at the Sew-A-Lot for a little bit. 

The pattern was from #CutLoosePress, using a Bosal foam chair insert. All of the supplies are available at Sew-A-Lot (the Bosal chair inserts will be special order since they are so big). But to see this in person you'll have to come visit the Lexington location. I didn't follow all the directions exactly, surprise surprise but for the most part I did. I did quilt my fabric first on the #PFAFF Powerquilter P3, which I think makes it so much cuter!

It's great for kids & grandkids and I definitely see myself making another one for baby #2. Fortunately, I've got time to get hers done. Don't worry adults, Bosal also makes an adult size chair insert, so you can have one too!

If you make one, I'd love it if you posted a picture on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/sewalot!

Happy Sewing, 

Liz

Quilt Market 2014

Lesley & I got up with the sun today to travel to Pittsburg PA for three days of fabrics, patterns, notions, and tons of ideas. Today we walked the market for 8 hours getting brochures and taking pictures of things we thought were fabulous. 

We saw things that we already had on order like Nancy Halvorsen's new fabric line Christmas Pure and Simple. (Which arrived in Ky this week. The books are on order.)

Then we found lots of new things like fabric company Cotton & Steel. Where we ordered some cottons, lawn and canvas. 

Then we prepared for our Saturday appointments like which fabric lines we would consider purchasing from Moda. 

Stay tuned. Who knows what tomorrow will bring. 

 

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All the Sewers Among Us

Congrats to the girls in last nights pillowcase dress class in Lexington. You all did a wonderful job! They turned out awesome!

Lesley at PFAFF convention

We are having to much fun at convention. Here's some pictures of Lesley with some new, fabulous products!

Gettin Ready for the International Quilt Festival

Come visit us this weekend in Cincinnati for the International Quilt Festival.

Appliqué Embroidered Burp Cloth

While thinking of a project for my May creative sensation owners class, I came across and appliquéd embroidered blanket on Pottery Barns website. This was the perfect project for my class. Everything to make this adorable burp cloth can be done directly on the PFAFF creative sensation. So my new niece to be, Kylie, got her first handmade present. Watch for the summer 2012 newsletter and join me for the PFAFF creative sensation owners class.

Fabric Sale!

Did you know that right now is Sew-A-Lot's annual fabric sale? Help us make room for all of the new fabulous fabrics that will be crossing through our door soon. ALL FABRICS ARE 20% OFF when you get 1/2 yard or more from the bolt!

WooHoo! Now's the time to stock up on backing, collect fabrics for that new quilt you want to work on, or just add to you sash. The sale is good till Saturday January 21st!

Bring in cans & Get a Discount

For every can good you bring in today, Thursday December 1, 2011, you'll get 5% off your purchase up to 25%! All can goods will be donated to local charities!

Updates for Everyone!

In the last couple of weeks, Pfaff has released a new update for the Creative Sensation, Creative Vision, Creative 4.0, and the Creative 2.0. Go to this link http://www.pfaffusa.com/19823.html and click on the machine that you need to update. It will then tell you what is new on the update and how to update your machine. You will need to have the previous update on your machine if you want to use your USB stick to update. If not you will need to use the cable. Call us if you have any questions. Ohio 937-433-7474 Kentucky 859-264-7472

Happy Sewing!

Trick Or Treat

Are you looking for a fun project to do Saturday October 29 and live in the Lexington, KY area? Come hang out with me and make this super cute trick or treat bag just in time for Halloween. We will be doing embroidery so you've got to bring your machine and I must be able to load the appliqué embroidery design on your machine. Call me to sign up 859-264-7472.

Anita Goodesign Advent Calendar

Everyone has done so well today in the advent calendar class. Christmas will be magical this year.

Classes, Classes, Classes!

We've got classes for every interest and skill level. And everyone is having fun, making beautiful projects, and learning new things. If you get a chance check out the new fall class newsletter at www.sewalotonline.com. Also, look at the calendar, we've added a few more. So pack up and come in for some time with fellow hobbyists and sewers.

Oh My Gosh! The Creative Sensation is Amazing!

So much wonderfulness, I don't know where to start. First the screen is amazing, 33% bigger then the Creative Vision, bright and beautiful! Then the features, so many features! Stacking stitches, shaping with applique, the feeding system. I sewed two triangles starting at the point and it fed like a dream. It comes with a straight stitch needle plate and a quarter inch foot. Do you believe that?! The luggage. Wheels are attached!!!! Handles on the sides!!!! Only with the creative sensation! We've only spent just a little time with the machine but I can tell you that we are extremely impressed. Over the next three days we will be getting close and personal with it and have more to share.

News You Could Use

So for those of you who are proud owners of the Quilt Artist or the QuiltSew Clever recently there was a new update. First, if you didn't know this it is so awesome. Second, if you haven't yet done it, go do it now Quiltsew Clever or Quilt Artist. They've gone in and corrected some things and made it even more user friendly. So if you've not updated your unit yet, I highly recommend that you do. Also, I learned today that you must have your remote attached to your motor box when updating and you must reset to factory settings. I found this out when a customer brought her remote in to the store to update and then had an issue. But don't fear, all she had to do was update again at home with the motor box attached and now everything is again running smoothly.

The point to my rambling is that it's very important that you update your machines when a new update comes out. These updates will help with software problems, update with new information, and make your machines more user friendly. So if you've got questions about machine updates check out your machine model on the manufactures website. If you purchased your machine from Sew-A-Lot and need help getting it updated let us know. We're glad to help.

Only 2 more days for Mail In Rebate

We only have ONE more Creative Vision 5.5 with the full brand new machine warranty left in stock! And there are only two more days to get the $500 mail in rebate from Pfaff on this machine. We are offering $3000 off the MSRP plus for only two more days you will receive the $500 mail in rebate. If you are interested call me, 859-264-7472.

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Fabric Sale Today!

Don't forget... Come in today or tomorrow and get 20% off everyone bolt of fabric you finish. There are tons of 1, 2, & 3 yard bolts available.

Help us make room for all of the new fabrics!

Happy Birthday

So my niece Madi had her 4th, can you believe it, 4th birthday. How do they get so big? So Lesley decided to make her the cutest birthday outfit. She used the Girly Skirt pattern from Pink Fig. And then she took a t-shirt she got at her favorite place, Old Navy, and put the cute cupcake applique on it. The applique came from the Petite Collection Cupcakes from Anita Goodesign. So super cute and Madi loved it!