Faster Shipping for Doll Orders

We are offering a shipping upgrade on doll orders. If you think UPS Ground shipping will be too slow, you can select to have your doll shipped by Priority mail.

The U.S. Postal Service has a holiday shipping calendar posted on their website. They list Dec 20 as the last day to ship by Priority mail to have a package delivered anywhere in the U.S. by Dec 25.

Read more about the USPS holiday mailing guidelines.

A Message from our Shipping Manager

"If you choose the Priority mail shipping upgrade on your doll order, I will personally take your package to the Post Office and ship it to you by Priority mail."

The cut-off date for the offer from the shipping manager is Wednesday night at midnight (Dec 19). So please get your orders in as soon as possible.

Latest Issue of Australian Smocking & Embroidery Has Arrived

Australian Smocking & Embroidery Issue number 81 is in stock and ready to ship.

Of the 8 projects featured in this issue, 4 of them are outfits for babies. One of those baby outfits is a baby boy winter top and matching pants.

There's also 2 beautiful baby daygowns, with ruffles, embroidery and tatting, that you will love.

You can click here for a list of all the featured projects in this issue. You can also visit our magazine index page for a list of past issues that we still have in stock.

Acid Free Storage Boxes

It's come to our attention that, due to a glitch, some of you may not have received the last email we sent out. It featured our Acid Free Storage Box.

If you did not receive that email, you can view it online here:

Acid Free Storage Boxes Have Arrived!

Acid Free Storage Boxes Have Arrived!

It has been a long wait, a very long wait, but the manufacturer finally got the production up and running again. And as promised, they immediately sent us a supply of the acid free textile storage boxes!

Some wonder why we just didn't use another manufacturer in the interim. The answer is because we trust that company. We've depended on their products for over 15 years. Their archival products are the best and are worth the wait.

When it comes to preserving your heirloom garments for the next generation, you want to use the best. There was a time when archival storage products of this high quality were only available to museums, historical societies, etc., but now, they are available to you too.

You will find the boxes very easy to assemble. They are large, roomy and strong! Use our Heirloom Naturals™ acid and lignin free, non-buffered tissue paper to wrap each item before placing it inside the box.

For more information on garment care and storage see our printable articles on the website.

The boxes are available individually or as an Heirloom Storage Kit. In addition to the box, the kit also includes a package of the Heirloom Naturals™ tissue paper plus a sample pack each of Forever New Fabric Care Wash and The Stain Remedy.

Order your acid free storage box today! They are in stock, ready to ship.

Festive Swiss Embroideries - On SALE 40% OFF!!!

Stock Up and Save!!!

Colorful, festive Swiss embroidered edgings and insertions on sale. By taking advantage of our multiple yardage discount you can save 40% off the regular price.

These Swiss embroideries are perfect for so many projects, everything from children's clothing to home decorating. The edgings are approximately 6 inches wide, perfect width for a quick gathered collar on girls or baby clothes.

Or use the 6 inch edging for the hem on a girls dress. Simply attach it to the bottom of the skirt using entredeux or beading. Use beading on other parts of the dress and then coordinate by running red or green silk satin ribbon through it.

For a festive receiving blanket or carriage blanket, use the 6 inch edging around the outside of the blanket. The Swiss insertions coordinate beautifully with this edging. Use your imagination to sew beautiful heirlooms with these easy to use Swiss trims.

Red Silk Satin Ribbon

Don't forget the beautiful 2 inch wide silk satin ribbon, regular price $5.68 per yard, for a limited time only $3.98 per yard.

Sewing Machine & Dealer Recommendation

Over the years I have worn out several sewing machines and always had to replace them. That is, until 1992, when I bought my Husqvarna Viking 1100.

It's still going strong after fifteen years of heavy use! That machine has never given me any problems. It has been the most dependable sewing machine I have ever used and I have been sewing since junior high school home economics class in 1964.

When it was time to think about getting an embroidery machine, Husqvarna Viking was my choice. And I'm glad I did. These new machines are amazing. Visit a Husqvarna Viking dealer near you and ask for a demonstration. You'll see what I mean.

Husqvarna Viking Dealer in Meridian, MS - For those of you who live in or within driving distance of Meridian Mississippi, I recommend you visit Sew Precious. That's where I got my new machine.

In addition to the latest machines, Sew Precious offers sewing and smocking classes. They have ready to sew kits and a large selection of fabrics including Spechler Vogel, Fabric Finders and many more.

You'll also find many of your favorite patterns, including Maja's Heirlooms, Bonnie Blue Designs, an extensive collection of Children's Corners patterns plus a lot more.

You can visit their website for driving directions and store hours.