Bernina Lady Newsletter: September 2008

Summer has gone by so fast this year. Labour Day weekend has come and gone. I was surfing the Bernina websites the other day and came across a little video that you all may enjoy. I am unable to watch it because of dial-up internet services but those of you with high speed will be able to see it.

Remember last month I went on and on about Bernina University and the launch of the new 830? You can almost experience what we 900 dealers saw first-hand. If you go to Bernina8series.com you can see the webcast of the launch of the new machine.

If you go to the Bernina Blog, make sure you check out this blog titled Agent 008: The Red Case Caper; this was the little movie we watched to see the President of Bernina of America  steal the new machine from Switzerland. Note the little bit of humor with the Vikings flying the plane. Let me know if the Ruby slippers are at the end of the film - you won’t miss them. Those of you who I’ve spoken to in the last month have heard gales of laughter from me over this little movie. Hope you enjoy.

My new schedule is up on my website now under “on the road.” I am looking forward to seeing you all again. This past year has been remarkable and the support from “my girls” unwavering. It’s been a wonderful way to bring Bernina to you. The support from shop owners has been tremendous and all are welling to help me in this endeavour. Please remember that if you need anything from your local Quilt Shop, just ask. All the owners are more than willing to bring in items that you are requesting. They are there for you as well.

As you are all aware The Cotton Patch closed the end of June. The Cotton Patch was kind enough to host me once a month. I am looking for a new locale in Halifax/Dartmouth area.

Limited Edition “White Pearl”

Bernina has introduced 3300 limited edition White Pearl machines. This is a blinged-up Activa 230. Each machine has been individually hand painted. The Activa machines are wonderful machines to sew with as your full time machine or as your class machine; they have a powerful DC motor and are loaded with features. This machine comes with a compact florescent light (pure white light) which is not normally on the Activa 230. There are more than 70 different feet available for this machine. There is a downloadable white pearl motif and further information available from this site. I was able to get my hands on one of these little gems and it will be coming on the road with me for all to see.

Upcoming Events in Sept.:

I will be in the Arena over the Gala Day events in Berwick on Monday Sept. 1 from 11-5. I will be at Quilts by the Sea in Blockhouse on Sept. 9. Also, Sept. 12 and Sept. 13 will when I’m at Bargain Fabric Outlet in PEI. KVG Quilt Show has allowed me to set up a booth there as well on Sept. 18-20. Works in Progress day will continue on the last Wednesday of each month at Avonport Discount Fabrics. This is your day to come and sit and stitch and enjoy the socialization of quilting while accompolishing something. I will be at Avonport Discount Fabrics again on Sept. 26 to demonstrate Bernina machines and products.

I hope that you had a wonderful summer and that September weather here in the Maritimes will be warm and sunny. Looking forward to seeing you all.

Jeanne, Your Bernina Lady

FOR SALE:

One Hoop It All for Husqvarna Designer SE plus Quilter’s Square Double Wide hoop (allows to embroider for a 12″ finished square block). Please contact Jeanne at 902-538-0026.

Change of Dates for Harbour Quilt Company Visit

Seems I have had problems with dates this week.

Would you be so kind as to note that I will be at Harbour Quilt Company on Saturday July 26, 2008 for Kim’s Christmas in July? This will be your chance to drop by and check out what the new 830 is all about!

Sorry for the error.  I posted the incorrect date in my latest blog post.