Editor's note: This post was published in 2018 when ABQ Sewing Studio first opened in Strathroy, Ontario. As of April 25, 2022, we've moved to 15 Centre Street West, a few blocks from our original location. It's been a busy month here at Among Brenda's Quilts & Bags. If you've kept up with the …
Sewing Projects For Spring
CreativFestival, Spring ? - 2018 Did you happen to visit CreativFestival in Toronto this past weekend before icy Armageddon descended? That's where my sister-in-law Kathy and I spent the weekend in our ABQ booth at the International Center near Pearson Airport. The spring show is a two-day …
New Studio Space for Among Brenda’s Quilts & Bags
Editor's note: This post was published in 2018 when ABQ Sewing Studio first opened in Strathroy, Ontario. As of April 25, 2022, we've moved to 15 Centre Street West, a few blocks from our original location. 79 Thomas Street, Strathroy, Ontario I’m excited to announce a new phase for Among …
Baby Lock Destiny Sewing Machine Arrives
Destiny has arrived! I’m a Baby Lock Ambassador in Canada and have had their Unity sewing machine lent to me for the past five years. It’s been an absolute pleasure to use and to show off in my on-the-road classes. But new things are happening with Baby Lock Canada. With new ownership comes …
Undercover Quilts & More in Fergus
This past week I had the opportunity to teach in Fergus, ON for Virginia Ingleby of Undercover Quilts & More. Virginia has been in the business for over 11 years, first starting her shop across the street over the local Pizza Delight. Schlepping stock upstairs could not have been much fun and …
Voyager Bag Class At The Quilt Store in Newmarket
The Quilt Store This past Saturday I had the opportunity to teach at The Quilt Store in Newmarket, ON. Some of you will also know this store as Evelyn's Sewing Centre. Although located in a modern plaza with high ceilings, the shop has a comfortable down-home feel to it with plenty of helpful …