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APQS Demo machine Sale!
Have you had your eye on an APQS quilting machine? Take advantage of deeply discounted prices on those longarm quilting machines used as display models this summer. Our demo machines are backed by our unbeatable lifetime warranty. Inventory is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sale ends Tuesday, 11/17/20 at 5 p.m.ular.
Demo Millie - $4,300 discountPackage includes: - Discount: $1,700 cash off
- Free Quilt Glide - $1,250 value
- Free Automatic Quilt Advance - $1,350 value
- Deluxe Table with options of: 10 ft., 12 ft. or 14 ft.
- Lifetime warranty
Total Value: $22,300; Sale Price $18,000
Demo Freddie - $4,400 discountPackage includes: - Discount: $1,800 cash off
- Free Quilt Glide - $1,250 value
- Free Automatic Quilt Advance - $1,350 value
- Deluxe Table with options of: 10 ft., 12 ft. or 14 ft.
- Lifetime warranty
Total Value: $21,200; Sale Price $16,800
- Discount - $1,400 cash off
- Standard Table with options of: 10 ft. or 12 ft.
- Lifetime warranty
Total Value: $13,400; Sale Price $12,000
Demo Lenni - $2,000 discount- Discount - $2,000 cash off
- Standard Table with options of: 10 ft. or 12 ft.
- Lifetime warranty
Total Value: $11,300; Sale Price $9,300
- Discount - $750 cash off
- 1-year warranty
Total Machine Value: $10,500; Sale Price is $9,750
Total Value: $7,200/ Sale Price is $6,600
Don't forget the amazing extras that come with APQS machines: - Bobbin Winder
- FREE Beginner' class ($200 value)
- Several sample spools of thread
- A starter pantograph
- A package of needles
- Extra bobbins
Only $1,000 for optional Bliss Track System Upgrade - Available on all Deluxe and Standard frames.
Click here for details and give us a call: 250-376-7630.
https://www.apqs.com/demo-sale/
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Elaine Stefura
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Elaine Stefura was in to show us what her lovely little wall hanging turned out like.
She was working with a panel and metallic thread which presented some challenges for her. Elaine phoned with questions to how to quilt with the metallic thread and get perfect results.
I have listed the pointers that I have and use when using this type of thread:
1. Use a Metallic needle. You can use a Topstitch needle if you don't have a metallic one. The main thing you are looking for is a larger eye so the tread doesn't shred going through.
2. Place the thread on a thread stand behind the machine or in a cup if all else fails. This enables the thread to work the kinks out before it starts to go through your machine.
3.Use a product called Sewer's Aid which is a thread lubricant so the thread will not shred as it goes through the tension discs. Run a bead of the Sewer's Ad along the length of the spool 2 or 3 times. Depending on how much you are stitching you may need to do this a couple of times more.
4. Miss the last thread guide right above the needle. This is one last place for that metallic thread to possibly get hung up and snap.
5. Lastly sew slower and lengthen your stitch a titch. The faster you sew the more the machine heats up and then stretching the thread. That will make tension more of an issue.
Sounds like a lot but it isn't really and you will find it so much easier to stitch using that shiny gorgeous thread.
Good luck and please give it a try on all your Christmas projects.Give ma a call if you have problems 250-376-7630
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Hector and Tammy are coming!
Hector and Tammy will be here this coming Thursday Nov. 19 to service machines.
Get your machines up and going like they are brand new and be ready to hunker down in the winter.You will get your machines back the same day so you will only be parted from you baby for one day!
Give us a call to reserve your spot and I can let them know how many machines they are looking at doing when they get here. 250-376-7630
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Agnes Olsen
Agnes Olsen was in to long arm quilt her awesome pineapple quilt. It is huge!
Agnes used the computer for perfect results every time! The piecing on this one was so easy to work with, everything nice and straight to use for reference points.
The quilt was made from regular cotton with no batiks in at all. She was mainly looking for values in the fabrics and chose her light, medium and dark very well. The darkest fabric is a Fossil Fern which was just perfect!
Thank you to Agnes for your creativity and for sharing the day with us!
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Maureen Connolly
Maureen Connolly was in on Friday to quilt these 2 darling twin size quilts.
These 2 quilts were made for her twin granddaughters who are five years old. If you look careful you will see the differences in their dresses and their pony tails as well as having their names on the quilts.
Absolutely the cutest ever Maureen! Thank you so much for sharing with everyone and I just know your little granddaughters are going to treasure these quilts their whole lives.
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Betsy Hartwick
Betsy Hartwick pieced this gorgeous flannel quilt for her grandson and brought it to us to quilt on the long arm.
Keep in mind that this is a bit of a Village quilt in that there were several people involved in the creation. So Betsy did the piecing, Bill chose the design for the quilting [called Bear, Moose and Pine] and the thread colour [gold Glide thread], Lori Dewart did the long arm quilting and Betsy's friend helped her sew the binding on. Me? I just told everyone what to do and took pictures! LOL
This is one of our favourite flannel quilts to be seen in the shop. Especially for a young boy, which can be a hard one to find fabric and pattern for.
Thank you to Betsy for letting us be part of the village to create this fabulous quilt. Your grandson will love it for many many years to come!
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We are participating in this program!
| We are helping the NSBIA in this fabulous opportunity to give back to our community.
Heather's Fabric Shelf will be a Drop Off point for gently used purses that you are passing on with some items inside for women in need.
This has been a challenging year for many of us and the need is greater than ever before. In the picture you see Patti up to her knees in purses.....now imagine Patti with purses up to her thighs!
Let's have some fun with this and load those purses with fun items, useful items and de-clutter our closets at the same time! |
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Win a Millie Contest is Back!! |
Your favorite longarm contest is back!APQS excited to give away another Millie longarm quilting system. Want to be our grand prize winner? Enter daily for your chance to win the following quilt-alicious package: - A lifetime of quilting ahead
TOTAL VALUE: $19,700 USD The selection process (drum roll, please)We will randomly select a grand prize winner on December 14, 2020. Enter once a day for your chance to win. There is no purchase necessary to enter or participate. Registration is open worldwide. Must be 18 years of age to win.
Click on the link for the daily entry:https://www.apqs.com/
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The Cotton Pickers Quilt Guild has once again made and donated a fabulous quilt to be raffled off in support of Hospice House. Long Arm quilting is by Judy Anderson.
We will have tickets available shortly and maybe if we are really lucky they will let us hang it in the shop for a bit.
Stay tuned for information on tickets. Thank you in advance for supporting this very worthwhile cause!
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My Lock 4 Thread Serger for Sale.
Give your sewing that professional finish with a Serger!
These are super easy to use for all your serging needs. I have one of these at home and just love it!
Janome - my lock
Model 234 Excellent machine. Will include 50 spool of thread (some new) carrying case, instruction,and binder with samples. Also included is a Serger book just released!
$275.00 cash only.
Email to ljbackman41@gmail.com
Or call her at 250 572 6430
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A Peaceful Garden
New into the shop is this lovely flannel from Henry Glass Fabrics. The quality of the fabric is second to none and of course I do love those big cabbage roses!
Easy to find pieces to work with it and we also have 2 other bolts from the same line to coordinate. Check them out in the shop or on the website : http://www.fabricshelf.ca
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Holly Hill Christmas
New Christmas Panel is in the shop and ready to go to good homes.
This one is a delightful folksy panel with coordinates called Holly Hill Christmas. You can find it in the shop and on the web site at http://www.fabricshelf.ca
The panel sells for $13.99 and we have some great pieces to add to it.
I have attached a free pattern download for you to make for the entry way in your home, the dining room or anywhere you want a fast easy but warm looking wall hanging.
Click on the link for the free download: https://www.henryglassfabrics.net/holly-hill-christmas-quilt-2/
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Is this your Pattern?
Someone who has been in to long arm quilt accidentally left this pattern at the shop.
I have it hung on the wall behind the till. If it is yours come on in to pick up.
Thank you and I love the pattern!
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