Last week I started the center block for the brand new collection from Sarah Vedler - "It's A Sterling Life on Berkeley Square". You can find the pictures for this collection on here website here. Sterling Edition Quilt Finished size 77” x 77” Compatible with 7 Series or 8 Series machine using the maxi or jumbo hoop This is close-up of the center block of the quilt. You will receive this collection when you purchase the Bernina 880 Sterling Edition ( coming out soon!) or you can purchase the CD today from the Bernina Sewing Center in Tampa, FL. I will be stitching my project on my signed 830LE Edition. Bernina 880 Sterling Edition Includes: Exquisite Faceplate Design “It’s a Sterling Life on Berkeley Square”, quilt and embroidery design collection created for BERNINA by Sarah Vedeler “It’s a Sterling Life” Embroidery Kit Ornamental silver plate for engraving and adhering to the machine Invitation to an exclusive 3-day Sterling Retreat at the BERNINA Creative Center with special guest Sarah Vedeler Special accessory and software offers included PaintWork Tool CutWork Tool CrystalWork Tool Rotary Punch Tool Rotary Punch Needle Plate Commemorative Holiday Ornament One of our customers (thank you Betsy) suggested to me that I start blogging my stitching progress and so I decided that would be a terrific idea! I usually stick with the original color wave when I start a huge project such as this. It saves me from buying twice as much fabric! Step 1 - Selecting the fabric, threads and stabilizers. The main fabric that I selected is "Dimples" By Andover Fabrics (color C2). It is a great tone-on-tone blue grey and perfect match for this collection. The brights I selected are from the Jazz Basic collection by Timeless Treasures. Here are a few of the colors that I selected. Sarah's instructions included the Aurifill threads but I selected mainly Floriani threads for my project. Here are my color matches for the quilt: Black - Floriani 900 Lemon - Floriani 501 Yellow - Floriani 523 Pale Yellow- Floriani 521 Dusty Orange - Floriani 172 Burnt Orange - Floriani 755 Light Leaf Green - Floriani 2015 Olive - Floriani 210 Fuschia - RA 5560 Light Magenta - RA 5561 The stabilizers i selected are: Floriani Medium Tear Away Floriani Appli-Kay I hope you join me on this blogging journey. Please come back often and now it is back to stitching! and sew on.... Adeline

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Description Perfect for owners of the largest of the large sewing and embroidery machines manufactured today. With a sewing machine opening of 27 3/8” x 14 3/16,” it easily fits the largest of embroidery machines like the Brother Dream Machine, Babylock Destiny, Janome 15000, Bernina 880, and Bernina 880 Sterling Edition. You are Responsible to check the Sewing Machine Hole Size Be sure to measure your sewing machine with all attachments removed.  For the best fit, allow 2 extra inches around your machine for the insert to fit well.  The extra 2" also allows room for your machine to raise and lower freely with the lift and the sewing machine cords. The standard sewing machine opening size can be found in the specifications. Acrylic Insert Inserts are designed to fit your specific make and model of sewing machine and cabinet and fill gaps around your sewing area*, allowing you to work more efficiently and comfortably. They are made with one of the highest grades of acrylic. All the inserts are designed based on having the accessory tray removed from the machine.  The insert is designed to be perfectly level with the free arm of the machine.  If you have a top-loading bobbin this may affect your use.  Occasionally those that are custom cutting the insert will have additional questions about your sewing machine, or the hole that they are fitting, and you will be asked more questions. Lift To support the weight of the new larger sewing machines, this cabinet has a Lift for your sewing machine table platform.  The German-made heavy-duty airlift has three positions for your sewing machine.  Positioned all the way down, you can close up the sewing machine cabinet completely. In the middle position, the arm of your sewing machine is flush with the top of your cabinet for sewing and quilting.  This position is meant to be used with a sewing machine insert that fits around the arm of your machine.  All the way up, the third position allows you to take advantage of your sewing machine free arm and use your embroidery unit. With three positions you can sew ergonomically and be comfortable as you enjoy sewing for hours. This cabinet was designed by sewers and folks that embroider and has conveniences built into the design. With your embroidery sewing in mind, there is a space to store your embroidery unit when it is not in use. Embroidery hoop hangers are on the inside of the cabinet door to store all the hoops that came with your machine. Finishing Touches Sylvia Design finishes are made of hardwood melamine which is durable, heat, scuff, scratch, and stain-resistant. The tops and bottoms of the sewing cabinets are 3/4" thick and the upright pieces are 5/8" thick. Choose from any of the six beautifully rich colors that Sylvia has to offer: Castle Oak, Sunset Cherry, Twilight Linea, Brown Pearwood, White, and White with Oak trim. Every Sylvia cabinet is completely finished front to back, inside and out. The cabinet comes completely assembled. All you do is attach the commercial-grade locking casters. The cabinet even comes with a lifetime warranty. Sylvia Design is currently taking approximately 14 weeks to get their orders ready to ship. Delivery is to your curbside with a trucking company.  The cabinet is secured on a pallet in one box and weighs approximately 225 pounds.  You will need to be home to receive your cabinet and sign for it. Options Acrylic Custom Insert to fit your sewing machine Inset to make your sewing machine hole closed and flush with the tabletop for cutting out or embroidery. 6 color choices Specifications Open Width: 78 3/4″ Depth: 24 1/2″ Height: 29 3/4″ Closed Width: 39 3/8″ Depth:  24 1/2″ Height: 30 1/2″ Machine Opening Width: 27 3/8″ Depth:  14 3/16″

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