Wednesday, December 23, 2009

MasterPiece Neutral Bobbin Sets

What's New:
For prewound bobbin lovers!!
MasterPiece neutral bobbin sets.
Neutral colors are the most popular when it comes to bobbin thread. We now have two new assortment sets.

Neutrals Light contain four light MasterPiece colors x 3 bobbins each.

Neutrals Dark contain four darker MasterPiece colors x 3 bobbins each.
  • Item number for the LIGHT set is L-12-MPLT.
  • Item number for the DARK set is L-12-MPDK
  • These same color sets are also available in regular spool sets (not prewound bobbins).

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Texture Magic Tuesday/ Poinsettia Quilt

Christine Kling, owner of a Quilting and Embroidery Business, has expanded her horizons and is now also the Texture Magic Rep for Southeastern Pennsylvania. Using her own design, this Poinsettia Quilt is just one example of the many ways Texture Magic can enhance any project a quilter may envision.

Christine has been quilting for about 12 years, and having the opportunity traveling to show various quilting stores, guilds and quilting clubs the joy of using Texture Magic is a great part of why she loves being a new Rep. “I first realized the beauty of this product when I visited several Amish Quilting shops in Lancaster County, Pa”, says Christine. “Their enthusiastic reception made me realize how special Texture Magic is.”

Christine loves the versatility Texture Magic gives quilters in making bags, quilts, and table runners to name a few, into unique works of art that can be enjoyed by all. With the Holiday Season upon us, Christine is really looking forward to sharing the many virtues of Texture Magic with everyone she visits!

Monday, December 21, 2009

Peace On Earth

Gail Thomas is an award winning quilter and working artist who lives in British Columbia, Canada. We often see each other at quilt shows. Recently Gail shared with us her design "Peace On Earth" (21" X 17")
This is a wonderful example of how Gail used Superior Threads Metallics for the hand stitching.

Gail wrote:
"I was given the fabric in Houston and knew that it was to be part my new Christmas Card Quilt design. I reconnect with friends and I am introduced to new friends in Houston and I always come back from that trip with glowing memories. So I can honestly say that you all inspired this quilt.
Painted doves, raw edge applique (the fabric on the leaves and berries is silk), hand quilted with Superior Threads metallic. I loved the hand sewing and more will follow."

Thank you Gail for sharing with us this beautiful Christmas Greeting.

Friday, December 18, 2009

#523 Avilyn on Sale

In honor of Avilyn's 1st Birthday:

523 (Small)So Fine color #523 AVILYN is named after our granddaughter and we are celebrating. She is one year old.


40% off this lovely pink color through the end of December.


So Fine is a very smooth #50/3-ply lint-free poly. Fantastic as a top thread, bobbin thread, construction thread, and also as a matte-finish embroidery thread. The 3,280 yd. cone is $9.95 (reg. $16.90).
Thank you Avilyn, for adding so much joy and love to our lives.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

How Bob Waits in Line

On the way home from IQA in Houston our flight was canceled. Our entire group had to be rescheduled on another plane.
This is the only way Bob can patiently wait in line. Women wait in line together. We gab and get to know each other.
Not Bob. He spends his time on his laptop answering e-mails.

We have to give him some leeway because he managed to get us all home by that evening.
Never underestimate the power of Bob.

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Texture Magic Tuesday/ Red Silk Coat

When we teach at trade shows I often like to wear clothing made with Superior Threads products. I feel this is a nice way to give you ideas on the use of our threads and notions.
My friend Lorraine, of Lorraine Torrence Designs wanted to see how Texture Magic would work up in one of her new patterns.
Lorraine has won numerous awards in the AQS Fashion Show and has judged that show and other Wearable Arts Shows.

Texture Magic is very compatible to use in clothing. This coat was made with red Dupioni silk purchased from Lorraine.

I used Ruby #130 Glitter thread with #627 BottomLine in the bobbin.

One of the nice things about working with Texture Magic is that it acts like an interfacing, so no additional interfacing is needed.

Monday, December 14, 2009

Superior Christmas Party

As 2009 comes to a close, we met together for our annual Superior Christmas Party.

We appreciate the support family members give to each of our staff, so everyone was invited to join us for a nice dinner at a local restaurant.

Superior baby Avilyn dressed up in her nicest Santa outfit.

This has been a busy year for us, with many new and exciting developments. Our group has grown in numbers.

We are always sad when some need to leave us. John, who has worked hard in our warehouse, will be moving as he furthers his education.

After dinner, we enjoyed a gift exchange. Some gifts came with a little teasing.

Jon, our vice president, keeps his own sandwich supplies in our kitchen. It was only fitting he be given another peanut butter and jelly for his lunch tomorrow.

We love working together. This has been a great year.

We finished the evening by thanking everyone for all the efforts they each have put forth in making Superior Threads a company that provides the best quality and service.
We are looking forward to 2010.