Lines from Londa

Feb. 10, 2009

Alas!   My NEW website is LIVE!  

My sewing machine is crying out for attention ... since for the last few months I've been tied to the computer working on this new comprehensive website.  Here, you will find a combination of all 6 of my former more interest-defined websites, PLUS lots, lots more.  My goal has been to create not just a website that is easy to navigate and shop, But ALSO one that provides sewing information and inspiration.  

One thing has not changed, and that is the fact that my hubby and I personally work hard to give you service beyond what you expect.  Our guiding rule is the Golden Rule...we seek to just treat YOU the way we'd like to be treated.  Simple.  When we succeed, we love to hear it.  When we fall short - we need to hear that as well.  

My work has coincided with my main supplier's growth, thereby offering me even more great products to include on my site.   To kick off my new site, I'm offering significant discounts on some of my favorites...

   Amy Butler books and patterns - 15% off

Feb. 10-11-12  

I can't speak highly enough about Amy's products!  She is a very talented artist, who has found a real niche in our sewing world.  Treat yourself to one of her books or patterns.  I can promise...you'll be thrilled!  Watch for some of my Londa's 2 Cents Worth on Amy's products...as I have some projects from her beckoning to me from my cutting table.  Find ALL of Amy's products by simply clicking on the Amy Butler Link to the left under BRANDS.   

To introduce her a bit further, I quote from the Intro in her In Stitches Book...

"While fashion trends are forever changing, the art of sewing is timeless.  Once you learn how to sew, you'll never again be restricted to buying off-the-rack, cookie-cutter garments that others have dreamed up.  Instead, you'll enjoy the freedom of creating pieces that reflect your own personal style, however modern or retro it may be, while tapping into the history of this ancient art.  Allow the patterns in In Stitches to inspire your creativity.  Let your personality shine through in the fabrics you choose and the adornments you make.  Maybe you'll even find yourself chanting my favorite creativity mantra: 

Utility can be beautiful. 

Comfy can be stylish. 

Organization is healthy. 

My personality is unique. 

Handmade is best!    

Enjoy,  Amy Butler" 

Tutto Machine Cases - 20% off  Feb. 10-11-12                                         

I was introduced to these great cases at the American Sewing Guild conference last summer, and promptly invested in one for my traveling 'office' as I attend and teach at expos, guilds and shops around the country.   When I saw them offered through my supplier, I was thrilled!  Shop the wonderful selection of cases - in large and medium, AND the embroidery module case all in a great selection of colors, by clicking on the Tutto case below...or even just type 'tutto' into the great search tool in the upper left hand corner of this site.     

Paintsticks® - $1.00 off my already low prices

Feb. 10-11-12

To generate this discount, on any number of Paintsticks® products you desire,

just input the word 'paint' in the Coupon Box during the check out process.   

Hey - FABRICS have even returned!!!! 

Yep - I weakened at the Houston Quilt Market, AND when some irresistable samples came my way!  I've selected these fabrics for their amazing appeal and quality - and because I can offer them at prices well below the norm.  Save an ADDITIONAL 10% Feb. 10-11-12!  I have a special fondness for wonderful knits, great basic fabrics, and cottons with an oriental influence...so keep tuned as I continue to hunt for fabrics meeting these high these qualifications.  As I write this - 4 more Oriental cottons are on their way...

Due to a programming 'challenge', the Fabrics category on my site really takes you to a separate 'store'.  I had to do this to enable orders for portions of a yard.  Sew...should you order fabrics AND any other item, you will actually be placing 2 orders - checking out twice.  HOWEVER, remember...I take care of you.  Please just know that since your order will ship all together, I'll go into my credit card processor and decrease the amount charged to eliminate any duplicate shipping.  If you use PayPal, I'll just send that duplicate shipping right back to you. 

SCHMETZ Sewing Machine Needles are 25% off... EVERY DAY!  Yep, that's a great savings....especially if you just check your stock and add to your orders along the way.  I'm happy to offer this savings on all-important machine needles.  To see ALL the Schmetz needles, just click on the Schmetz Brand down under Brands in the left sidebar. 

Organization of this site was a huge challenge.  If you need help finding a product, first utilize the great Search Tool in the upper left hand corner.  For a quick 'Bird's Eye View" just click on the Site Map found at the very bottom footnote of this site...way down in the green section.    

It's a pretty wonderful thing when business 'necessitates' migration from snowy Illinois to sunny Florida.  I'll be teaching my Creative Sweatshirt Jackets in workshops in Sarasota and then Cocoa, making me out of the 'shop' Feb. 19-24.   I'm training my hubby to fill orders, but some may just have to wait until my return.  Thanks for your understanding.  I WILL, of course, communicate with you as I always have my laptop with me.  :)  

Yea...I'll be stitching a wedding gown for my daughter instead of sweatshirt jackets for awhile!  Sew...all plans for new patterns on my Creative Sweatshirt Jackets are on hold until after June 6.   Family first...my motto!  Thanks for understanding.  Meanwhile...I'm designing in my head - even a "Hoodie" re-fashion, and utilizing sweaters in new ways.    

Save 25% off an order - HOW?  Just send me a photo and story of something you've made with goodies from my website for sharing in the Gallery on this site.  This easy-to-find Gallery is one of the top bar buttons.  

Speaking of top buttons, be SURE to click on the FREE INFO button!  This is where I share many, many of my sewing techniques.   If you have a request for information, just email me and I'll dig into my files of 13 years of store ownership/classes, etc., and happily see what I can come up with for you.  

Thanks for your patience with me as I have worked to pull all my sites into one.  It is a work in progress...so please, if you have suggestions, I'm more than willing to hear from you.  AND - hard as I've tried, I'm sure there are some 'bugs' in here - so I just ask for your patience if your order 'finds' one.  If that should happen, please just contact me via phone or email.  I also have a new credit card processor in operation - so there are lots of new systems for me to learn to manage.  Thanks in advance for your understanding! 

Sewing Hugs,

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