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Hand Crafted Needle Cases – Local Artisan

Posted on February 18, 2012 by a.woerth

We are often introduced to local artisans by students, family, friends, and customers who know individuals who are usually gifted and possess incredible talent for making gadgets, notions, furniture, etc.  Every once-in-awhile, we find a local artisan who is not … Continue reading →

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Sewing Machines Bring Hope

Posted on December 17, 2011 by b.gottier

I am blessed to live in one of the richest nations in the world.  I live in the United States, and I am blessed to have food, electricity, running water, a water heater, a bed, and clothes. God provides for … Continue reading →

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Embroidery Designs on Balsa Wood

Posted on November 4, 2011 by a.woerth

For the last couple of months, I have been experimenting with embroidering designs, by machine, on balsa wood. What was interesting to me was the reaction of others when I displayed my finished work. At first, some thought I had … Continue reading →

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It’s A Great Day To Be A Quilter in Temecula

Posted on October 1, 2011 by b.gottier

If you’re looking for something to do today, come to Old Town Temecula! From 10am to 4pm, the Valley of the Mist Quilters will be hosting their annual quilt show. The weather is gorgeous, and Old Town Temecula provides a … Continue reading →

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Stolen Janome Memory Craft 11000SE Machines

Posted on September 3, 2011 by b.gottier

Janome has contacted Temecula Valley Sewing Center and all Janome sewing machine dealers, indicating that 215 Memory Craft 11000SE sewing machines were stolen en route to a Janome America facility. We are estimating that this would be nearly one million … Continue reading →

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Yenmet Metallic Thread vs Other Brands

Posted on June 24, 2011 by a.woerth

For many years embroiderers and quilters have sought to include metallic thread in their projects when they feel the project needs a little “something special.”  I have purchased and tried many brands of metallic thread, and Yenmet brand is by … Continue reading →

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How a Sewing Machine Can Change a Life

Posted on May 30, 2011 by b.gottier

As an American, I’m blessed to live in one of the richest countries in the world. Even though we’ve had hard economic times in these last few years, our overall state of well being is wonderful compared to many countries … Continue reading →

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Etsy Craft Party – Friday June 10, 2011

Posted on May 26, 2011 by a.woerth

As a sewing machine dealer, we were encouraged to host an Etsy Craft Party, to demonstrate the art of quilting, sewing, crafting and machine embroidery, so we have scheduled ours.  Temecula Valley Sewing Center will host its “1st Ever Etsy … Continue reading →

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Copyrights, Trademarks, Notices, Licenses, & Restrictions

Posted on May 14, 2011 by a.woerth

With few exceptions, all of the quilting books, sewing patterns, and embroidery designs you purchase have licensing restrictions that disallow reproducing, copying, and other temptations. It can be really confusing to understand all of the terminology associated with a product’s … Continue reading →

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New Frequent Buyer Card at TVSC

Posted on February 26, 2011 by a.woerth

For the past several years, Temecula Valley Sewing Center has offered a Gold Card subscription that gave a Gold Card member special discounts and freebies throughout the year.  The Gold Card provided discounts for all embroidery related products, with the … Continue reading →

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