Check this out! Stay in touch with the crafting and sewing community by visiting this great blog.  Welcome to the Thimbles online store! Please take a look at our club activities -- we support several active groups here. We also invite you to come join us for any of the activities you see on our calendar of events. We can teach you a wide variety of sewing and quilting skills in the different classes we have for you, and of course we would be delighted to see you! Come into the store for a visit any time you're able. Also, check back with us from time to time for updates, and be on the lookout for our online store, which will be going active in the near future! |
 Ask us about BERNINA!
We also sell Koala cabinets - come check them out or visit www.sewingandcraftclub.com Horn Cabinets also available, you can check these cabinets out by visiting www.hornofamerica.com New and used machines available.
 Our convenient location is centralized, and our store has a comfortable atmosphere, helpful friendly staff, and great selection! |
We love Hopping - Western Suburban Shop Hop
We love Hopping - Western Suburban Shop Hop
February 9 - 12, 2012
Grand Prize - 200 Fat Quarters!!!
1st Prizes: 7 total - $200 Gift Certificates
2nd Prizes: 14 total - $25 Gift Certificates
PLUS! Get a FREE VALENTINE THEMED QUILT PROJECT PATTERN at each store!
Coming Soon: Celine Perkins from Perkins Dry Goods
Join Celine Perkins from Perkins Dry Goods on April 12th at Thimbles!
Celine will be doing a workshop from 9am - 4pm (Lunch will be included!)
Celine will demonstrate some of her favorite piecing methods. She will also share some tips and tricks to make your quilt project run smoothly.
Please email or call to reserve your spot as space is limited.
Amish With A Twist - BOM
Amish With A Twist - Starts the 2nd weekend of March - You can pick up your block on March 9th, 10th or 11thInspired by Classic Amish Quilts, Amish With A Twist is set of lessons designed for the beginning quilter. We will focus on the basics, with twelve lessons on the basic shapes common to quilting and three finishing lessons that include making the block "frames", adding the applique on the corners, and completing the sashing, borders, and binding. Upon completion of all fifteen lessons, the beginning quilter will complete their own Amish With A Twist quilt, as shown.
$20 Join / $5 if you miss
You can pick up your fabric kit and instructions the 2nd Saturday and the Friday/Sunday that follow it every month. If you miss and do not bring in your completed block you will have to pay $5.
Call or email to save your spot!
BERNINA 830 Limited Edition
Discover the wonders of sewing with the BERNINA 830 Limited Edition and take advantage of the fast speeds, ample space, and special extras!
Enjoy access to an exclusive 2-day VIP retreat in the Chicago area, complete with classes and hands-on workshops.The BERNINA 830LE is in a class all its own. It is the crown jewel among all machines — only 4,000 will be made — with technology so advanced and features so thoughtful that it almost becomes an extension of your own creativity. Get ready to go bigger, go faster and make the most of every—single—stitch.
