The September class schedule is now available. Click here for quick access.

 

By now most of you have probably heard about the new Horizon 7700 machine from Janome. It's the most advanced sewing machine Janome has ever made (our gushing review here), and they have been flying out of the store as fast as we can get them. Fortunately Janome has got two factories making them, and there is a ready supply of them. If you haven't seen it yet, we invite you to come in and take a test drive.

 

Because of so many people falling in love with the 7700, we now have a good supply of previously-loved model 6600P machines. This is the model that was in Diane's personal sewing room at home, at least until the 7700 came out, and it's a standout machine by any measure. Because of our trade-up policy, the machines coming back to us are low-use and well cared for. All have been serviced and are as close to "out of the box" new as we can make them. Currently we have several at just $999. If you've always wanted one of these models, now is the time!

 

In the "Coming soon" department, we have ordered a number of quilt kits featuring the new Robert Kaufman prints in Minkee Blankee. We'll also have yardage in the new patterns.

 

Here's a "Save the Date" alert for fans of Buzz Tools. Lisa will be making one more trip down this year. She'll be doing a Trunk Show on December 1, and hands-on class on December 2. Many of you skipped the last Trunk Show last time on the mistaken belief that it was the same thing she did before. This is not the case, and the December show will include a lot of NEW stuff! Lisa has been working all summer on new projects and new ideas that you won't want to miss.

 

Finally, as summer winds down Labor Day is looming large. In keeping with our tradition, on Labor Day we will labor and the store will be open from 10am to 6pm. Stay cool!

 

The long-awaited spool stands for the Horizon 7700 have now arrived. We also have the tables for that machine.

 

In the heat of summer it's hard to think about Christmas, but - it's coming! The next Dakota Club CD will feature 20 Christmas ornaments in free standing lace. Getting 20 ornaments for $40 is a pretty good deal. These will go quickly, so if you'd like us to save one for you when they come in drop us an email or call us at 972-315-1489.

 

The fabulous Horizon 7700 machine is now in stock. We're still waiting for the accesories and tables, but we do finally have a supply of machines. If you haven't seen this machine yet, you need to! It's a dream for quilters, and the best all around sewing machine that Janome has ever created.

 

We're all used to soaring oil prices hit us at the gas pump, but they also affect Janome. Some of the cost increases have come in plastics and some in transportation. The net result is a price increase on July 1 that will cut across ALL models. We haven't seen the new prices yet, but we're told that they range from 10% to 40% more. We're ordering extra stock now in order to get it at the existing price. If you are contemplating a new machine, now is a better time than later so you can avoid these increases.

 

It's Christmas!   No, not really but if you sew the Christmas season starts NOW. Gift projects always seem to take longer than we'd like, so an early start is always a good idea. Plus, when it's over 100 outside, sewing on Christmas projects just might make you feel cooler! Well that, a cold lemonade, and a good air conditioner. Christmas jelly rolls and charm packs are arriving now. We're just saying ...

 

Hope everyone is having a great summer!

 

The arrival of this new model is likely to spur a lot of people to trade in their existing machines. If you are thinking about a new machine, but want to go easy on the budget, one of our reconditioned previously-loved machines might be of interest. We're starting a waiting list now. If you'd like to be added, just drop us an email.

 

We have (finally) received our first shipment of the Janome model JNH1860 machines. This is a special issue in commemoration of Janome's 150th year in the business. It's a fully computerized machine with a great stitch package at an affordable price. This is a great machine for beginners, as well as experienced sewing buffs who have been sewing on the same old mechanical hand-me-down for far too many years! Come in and have a look.

 

Also just arrived is Trevor Conquergood's Digitizer Workshop number 2. This is a project-based CD designed to walk you through the creation of a lovely butterfly design. For owners of the full Digitizer product (not Digitizer Junior), this is a great way to learn the program. Best of all, it's just $12!