This quarter’s charities.

One of our values is giving back to the community, so we donate a portion of all our sales to charity, and we rotate the organizations every quarter.

And you get to choose!

When you check out, let us know which charity you'd like to support with the proceeds from your purchase, and we'll make sure it happens.

This quarter we're supporting:

Vickifaves What's your favorite fabric to sew?

Do you have a favorite?

We asked the Sew It Seams Lead Fabriholics what they like, and here's what they said:

"I bet you thought I was going to say knits . . . but my very favorite is SILK."

– Vicki (Monday's Girl! That's her on the left.)

I fell in love with silk when Nancy Williamson inspired me to sew the Hudson Pant in black silk crepe. I was really hesitant at first, but now love them!

In fact, now I have five pairs of silk pants – plus quite a few other pieces.

September Notion of the Month!

The ripper-clipper.

One tool lets you rip seams and clip the threads. Throughout September, it's 15% off.

Temporarily backordered, we'll let you know in the first few days of the month when we've got them – so you can come in for a demo and get yours.

You might ant to get a spare one for your bag, too!

Sewing classes! Check the schedule for dates.

We've got some new classes along with your favorites – and we've changed some names to give you a better idea of what some things are really all about. As always, sign up fast before they fill up!

We still have a FEW spots left forthe october 21 retreat . . .

Email Cindy right now and make sure it says, "Fall Retreat" in the subject line.

October 7 is pretty much sold out.

But there are still a few spaces left for October 21 – if you hurry!

More info on the Events page.

See more fabric news and pictures here . . .

Nothing feels like silk. It cuts and sews easily.

I use a rotary cutter, regular polyester thread and a sharp needle and I have never had a problem sewing any kind of silk – even sheers!

And, yes, I machine-wash most of them.

The experts all say you should use the very best fabric you can afford. You'll never be sorry.

So what are Marty and Jill's favorite fabrics? How about June, Marsha and Cathe? And what about Cindy? Those answers and more, when you click through here . . .

Flow into fall with these FREE demos! (From Vicki!)

Get trend-ready before the cool weather hits. And why wait until November to start on your holiday presents?

With these FREE demos, you'll have a jump on the season and lots of ideas right now.

Fabric Flowers

Sat., September 11, 2-3PM

Flower accents are everywhere, and the ones you'll see here look real. Made from a bias strip and machine-stitched to a single base, what could be easier!?

Zipper Pin And Ring

Sat., September 18, 2-3PM

Do you have some old zippers that just won't work for today's fashions? Turn them into fashion jewelry. You'll see several different styles – something's bound to tickle your fancy!

Fabric Beads

Sat., September 25 2-3PM

Do you need a special necklace or bracelet to wear with that Little Black Dress? Make one!!!! Using fabric learn to make beads that can be strung alone or with other beads.

Please let us know you're coming! We want to have enough seats and other surprises on hand.

You might even want to enter your accessories in the American Sewing Guild contest. You don't have to be a member. But you will want to find out more in the store!