Thursday, January 24, 2008

Yummy New Fabrics from Art Gallery Quilts!!

I love it when Dave, our FedEx driver backs the truck up to the door -- that means there's a bunch of boxes for him to unload -- and that usually means a new line of fabric has arrived!!

Yesterday, we received two beautiful lines from Art Gallery Quilts!! They're small lines, but they'll go beautifully with lots of the fabrics we have in the shop!

The Oriental Collection is soft and gorgeous...

The Feelings Collection is stunning!!

We also have the project sheets for both collections, so come in and enjoy them!!

Machine Embroidery Supplies at Shiisa Quilts

Come in and check out our embroidery supplies and collections!! We are an OESD dealer offering Embroidery Take-Out -- so you can choose to purchase a collection or a build-your-own pack of 10 or 20 designs! Licensed and non-licensed collections are available on a variety of media...

You can find embroidery designs online at
Please use our dealer number 101-07-0291




We also carry a complete line of OESD stablizers -- just what you need to make your embroidery look perfect! If you're confused by the vast array of stabilizers on the market, come in and let us help you choose just the right one for your project!



Why OESD brand stabilizers?

Consistent Quality:

Hold an OESD stabilizer up to the light; you’ll see the quality right away. Our products
are consistent throughout—no week spots or thick spots to worry about. We also provide
consistency from one roll to the next. You’re sure to have a quality product every time.

Stabililty:
In order for a stabilizer to provide a good clean sewout every time, it must be stable
enough not to stretch as it’s being hooped or sewn. This is true of OESD’s stabilizers,
which can provide the best sewout possible.

Multi-directional tear:
OESD’s tear-away stabilizers, are consistent throughout, providing a clean sewout and
easy removal when the embroidery is complete. Some tear-away stabilizers tear easily in
only one direction. (This also means they’re stronger in one direction than the other,
which can provide inconsistent results.)

Convenient Packaging:
OESD stabilizers come in rolls or die cut packages, cut to fit the various hoop sizes on
the market. Rolls and Die Cuts provide the most efficient use of the stabilizer, so there’s
little waste.

Variety of Products to Meet Every Need:
With everything from the most basic to specialized products, OESD has the right
stabilizer for every project. Each product is tested and retested to insure its quality and
usability.

Backed by Years of Experience:
OESD’s range of stabilizers comes to our customers from years of combined experience
in Industrial embroidery and Home Sewing. This unique blend of expertise leads us to
search for only the highest quality products.

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Cut for the Cure Rulers from Nifty Notions

Shiisa Quilts carries the full line of Nifty Notions Cut for the Cure rulers designed by Kaye England!

CC rulers have several distinct advantages:
  • Perfect sight lines and unmatched precision
  • Read right to left and left to right
  • Compatible set of squares, rectangles, and specialty rulers
Try them and see for yourself! Cut for the Cure rulers ensure accurate cuts and allow you to use one brand of ruler for all your cutting needs!

They are accurate, easy to read, and versatile! Each ruler is labeled with its size or specific job -- and includes a set of instructions for its use. Fourteen styles are currently available, with more specialty rulers in the planning stages. Choose your favorites or collect them all!

And most importantly... for every ruler sold, a donation is made to the Chicagoland Affiliate of the Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation!

Bohemian Brights from In the Beginning Fabrics

Bohemian Brights just arrived today...

Oooooooh!! These are pretty!!! Here's a sneak peek at them... but you really need to come in to see them "in person"...

Monday, January 21, 2008

At the Park from Benartex is in!!


A new designer and a fresh new look! We loved Wilma’s designs the moment we saw them. From the adorable alligators on roller skates, to cuddly bears selling hot dogs with ketchup, anything is possible with the At The Park collection! Wilma’s designs have appeared on bedding, clothing, cards and books, delighting families everywhere. That’s why we’re so pleased to offer her first quilting collection. These fabrics have everything for fun children’s rooms, clothing and quilts--the possibilities are truly endless! It’s a wonderful way to spend the day At The Park!

to see the collection click here


Just a reminder that we're open this week -- Tues through Sat from 10 to 5!!