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Fabric With Flare

If you need inspiration for holiday sewing projects, a local mountain fabric store will have what you need to get started.

Most women have a penchant for shopping. Some like to shop until they drop and some of us are satisfied to window shop. I like a little of both.I enjoy walking through fabric stores. Quilting fascinates me and now that I am retired I hope to do some sewing.

Recently, while in the city of Big Bear, to my delight I discovered a fabric store. It is called PATCHWORKS Quilt Shop. Being the gentleman that my husband is, he told me to take my time, and that is what I did. My camera was in my purse and I introduced myself and asked permission to take pictures. I received a warm reception from the owner, Karen Sunseri and her co-worker, Sally Klein.

For a short time I got lost in the beautifully decorated store and took in the array of color with my camera as quick as I could without getting in their way. The ladies were gracious and patient and informed me about the recent Quilt Show that had taken place. Sally received a first place ribbon for her exquisitely made entry. At one corner of the building there is a Fall display of quilts that inspired me to at least start on some kind of small sewing project.

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If you need inspiration, or instruction, classes are offered at PATCHWORKS Quilt Shop. With the Holidays right around the corner it is a good time to begin thinking about some handmade gifts. You will find Patchworks Quilt Shop at 42124-H on Big Bear Blvd.

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