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June
2002 Award Recipients!
Top Ranking Fabric Site: Over all site, navigation, content, graphics, store front.
Suzanne's Quilts
http://www.suzannesquilts.com "This is my nomination for site of the month.
It is an excellent website -- very well organized. I have ordered fabric a
number of times and the order process is very quick and easy. My order was
shipped promptly and arrived in excellent condition. I have had occasion to
send inquiries re fabrics and other items on the website and received a
quick and courteous response. I also like their sales -- the prices are
great and there is always a good selection of items to choose from. I feel
as if I know the staff at Suzanne's via their e-newsletters -- they are great!!"
Martha - Austin, Texas
"Suzanne's is one of my favorite stores to visit in person and on line.
It takes a road trip to visit in person.Online I can check what's new,
keep up with the grandchildren, register for a class, Etc. The
newsletter always pique's my interest and is followed wth a site visit
to check out the new stuff. Suzanne's Quilts rates an A+."
Sharon - Plantation, Fl
User Friendly Fabric Site: Quick
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Brensan Studio at http://www.brensan.com has a clean, easy to navigate web
site that specializes in difficult-to-find items for the fiber arts,
applique quilting pattern, art-to-wear patterns and support items for
applique. You will find a fantastic selection of applique patterns, books
and supplies and all sorts of unique embellishments that you can't find
anywhere else! Some embellishments are stock items, but they also carry
many "lot ends" and "close outs". Brensan's has the unusual as well as the
usual including
1000 patterns for applique with more added daily. They carry patterns and
books for Stained Glass Applique, Hand Applique, Machine Applique, Tassel
Making and Art-to-Wear. Email sales@brensan.com
Customer Service Award:
Fabric Blow Out at http://www.fabricblowout.com guarantees low prices with
most fabrics priced at $3.99/yard and never over $4.99/yard. Gabriel writes:
"I'd like to nominate fabricblowout.com - I have ordered fabric from them
(in May) and have received absolutely excellent customer service. They
send personal e-mails if they have any questions about your order -
usually the same day! The fabrics arrived within 4 days - totally
amazing, since they are located in California, and I live in Canada! I
was extremely impressed with the quick service. Great prices too!!"
Email cs@fabricblowout.com
Informational Fabric Site: Excellent and Current information.
Tail-Spinner at http://www.tail-spinner.com has spinning wheels, fiber,
looms, yarns and accessories for all of your needlecraft needs. Linda
Davis has gathered fibers from wool and wool blends to silk and silk blends
to flax. If spinning yarn isn't your interest, Linda has yarns for
weaving, knitting crocheting plus the needles and hooks for your
projects. Enjoy!
Email linda@tail-spinner.com
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May
2002 Award Recipients!
Top Ranking Fabric Site: Over all site, navigation, content, graphics, store front.
Laguna Accents at http://www.sofafabrics.com not only has a huge selection
of fabrics, they offer free shipping on all orders. Their minimum order is
3 yards. Also available at their web site is an area of ideas and also
yardage estimate for many, many upholstery projects.
User Friendly Fabric Site: Quick
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Embroidery Emporium Embroidery fonts in just about any design you could imagine are available
at Embroidery Emporium at http://www.Embroidery-Fonts.com Embroidery In
addition to their fonts for sale, they also offer several free
designs. Their web site is easy to navigate and not only gives drawings of
their fonts, they have samples of what the font will look like on your items.
Email Address: EmbroideryEmp@aol.com
Customer Service Award:
Homespun Hearth
at http://www.homespunhearth.com
"Whether you are a collector of primitive folk art, dolls, angels, pottery,
quilts, or hooked rugs, or if you are looking for a nice gift, book, or
decorating piece, or even if you prefer to make these treasures yourself
with primitive folk art patterns, designer fabrics, hand dyed wool,
flannels, easy & fun kits, and special craft supply items, you will find
what you need at Homespun Hearth™. " Their customers have lots of nice
comments:
"The shopping experience was great and your customer service is superb! I
can't wait to recieve my Girls Gang package and I look forward to lots more
shopping with you. Thanks again, Ellen"
Informational Fabric Site: Excellent and Current information.
National
Fireproofing Learn more about fire retardant products and safety in the home at National
Fireproofing at http://www.natfire.com/service.htm Yes, you can treat
draperies with flame retardant chemicals yourself or have the experts treat
the fabric for you. For more information, see http://www.natlfire.com
April
2002 Award Recipients!
Top Ranking Fabric Site: Over all site, navigation, content, graphics, store front.
Sew-Sew Crazy at http://www.sew-sewcrazy.com "I nominate www.sew-sewcrazy.com which is my favorite fabric site.
Not only is the site very pretty and colorful but it is easy to navigate
and find anything you are looking for. Since it began last year, I have
enjoyed browsing the different catagories, not to mention buying, and
always finding something new. Fabrics are affordably priced and specials
are offered often making it fun to shop. There's even a surprise included
in every order. The site is well kept and updated frequently which shows
that a lot of attention goes into it. An email is always sent out
announcing specials or when new items are added to the site.
Sew-Sew Crazy.com is always my first choice as a fabric or quilting source.
Thank you."
Arlene
User Friendly Fabric Site: Quick
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Fibers by the Yard is one of the most unique ideas I have seen in a while!
http://www.fibersbytheyard.com
Email Address: fiber@fibersbytheyard.com
Customer Service Award:
Dancing Designs
has a completely remade website & online store. Gail works very hard on her website, designing and making costumes, and selling costume fabric. She has a great thing going!
http://www.dancingdesigns.com info@dancingdesigns.com
Informational Fabric Site: Excellent and Current information.
English Rose Bridal Design has answers to many questions a bride may have
regarding her special gown for her special day.
http://www.cvillebride.com
Company Name: English Rose Bridal Design
Email Address: susan@dreamsoflife.org
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Old Schoolhouse Quilts I think you will find her wonderful collection of quilts worth a look and I am sure people will be amazed at how much work (in variety and numbers) one person can produce.
Myra's site is http://www.oldschoolhousequilts.com
March
2002 Award Recipients!
Top Ranking Fabric Site: Over all site, navigation, content, graphics, store front.
Sunshine Carousel Quilt Shop at http://www.scqs.com
not only has a "new look", they have free patterns, quilt kits, quilt "Hang
Ups", notions, books, fabrics (of course), and, for those who enjoy
auction, a fabric auction and secure online ordering. Sale merchandise is
also available. Clean, well organized web site that is easy to
navigate. Email scqs@srnet.com
User Friendly Fabric Site: Quick
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Cheep Trims at http://www.cheeptrims.com has trims
and more trims all at great prices. Beaded trims, elastic, embroidered,
collars, laces, hook and loop, frogs, tassels, fringe.......and the list
goes on. Yes, there are pictures of their products as well as detailed
photos. Quick and easy to navigate. Their web site promises "Quality
Trims - Quality Service" which is evidenced by their "Help" area, and even
their projects area where customers can add their fun projects. Yes, they
even sell Ric Rac. :-)
Email Address: info@cheeptrims.com
Customer Service Award:
Columbia Fabric and Bridal
at http://www.columbiabridal.com
Laces, Taffetas, Velvets, Appliques, Tulle, Pearls, Chiffon, Ribbons,
Linings, Bengalines, Special Order Fabrics, Lace Trims & Appliques, Lace
Organza, Nettings, Satins, Silk, Shangtung, Crepe, Jacquard, and more.
This web site was impressive because the headpieces, appliques and laces
are pictured with the overall look of the item and also the close up of
each item, when you run your curser accross the photos. With their toll
free number, you can order photocopies of the laces or inquire about
fabrics that are not listed on their web site. Email davep@columbiabridal.com
Informational Fabric Site: Excellent and Current information.
FiberSource at http://www.fibersource.com/ Learn all
about the history of Manufactured Fibers and excellent explainations about
"Fundamentals of Polymers". Photos and illustrations of the extrusion
process of fiber manufacturing as well as the fibers, their uses and
descriptions. Included on this web site are the care and cleaning
information for these fibers/fabrics as well as the FTC rules, production
information, etc. "Fibers and The Environment" area of this web site also
discusses recycled plastic and their use for fiber production. The many
links sited will take you to interesting informative sites such as "Life
Cycle Analysis" of a women's polyester knit blouse. Another link answers
the question "Paper or Plastic".
February
2002 Award Recipients!
Top Ranking Fabric Site: Over all site, navigation, content, graphics, store front.
Easy Quilt Kits
at http://www.easyquiltkits.com. It has
gorgeous color palette, is user friendly, and is updated every week. The
site averages over 100 hits a week, and sometimes up to 1000 a week when
heavy advertising in national magazines or shop hops take place. The site
boasts a fun quirky theme to sewing quilts- PRECUT quilt kits. The motto is
"Just sit down and start sewing!"
User Friendly Fabric Site: Quick
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Suzknits at http://www.suzknits.com
is a great example of what can be done to sell and showcase hand created
items. Take a tour through Suzanne's Portfolio and the various styles and
color combinations she offers in her online store. Don't miss learning
about how Suzanne started how she selects fabrics, plus the process of
design that goes into each of her creations. Care instructions are also
available online. Email suzknits@aol.com
Customer Service Award:
The Quilting Hen
"Giving these awards is a great idea. There are a lot of Web sites out
there, but only a few are really outstanding. The best one I have seen is
the Quilting Hen (www.quiltinghen.com). It is uncluttered, and I can get to
where I want to go easily. And, even though it is very simple to navigate,
there are hundreds of fabrics to choose from, and they are logically
arranged. All in all, the simplicity, the selection, the shopping cart and
the service, make the Quilting Hen my top choice."
Terry A.
Informational Fabric Site: Excellent and Current information.
Sewing Supply Warehouse
at http://www.sewingsupplywarehouse.com
has thread, notions for all types of projects, CD Roms for custom
embroidery, books, just to name a few. My favorite has got to be the close
up photos of needles. Ever wonder what the difference is between
universal, ballpoint, stretch, jeans, microtex needles? Check their photo
at http://www.sewingsupplywarehouse.com/sewmacneed.html
January
2002 Award Recipients!
Top Ranking Fabric Site: Over all site, navigation, content, graphics, store front.
Nancy's
Notions
Looking for that special notion or inspiration for a new project? Nancy's
Notions at http://www.nancysnotions.com has a huge selection for your
browsing and ordering pleasure. Do you have a question about sewing or how
to use one of Nancy's Notions products, email or call the Sewing Products
Advisor. There are several online email addresses and toll free numbers
for your convenience. custserv@nancysnotions.com
User Friendly Fabric Site: Quick
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Nautical Fabrics, Inc. at http://www.nauticalfabrics.com/ with
a variety of fabrics for home decorating, patio furniture, including
Sunbrella. If you can't find the color you want, they will custom dye to
any color or swatch that you send. Just visiting their web site will
inspire you to redecorate your home or patio!
Customer Service Award:
Sew It Seams at
http://www.sewitseamsllc.com/ Email sewit@swbell.net
Through our retail request service on Fabrics.net, this customer was able to find and order her fabric from Sew It Seems. Here are her comments:
"Sew It Seams shipped the moleskin promptly and their customer service was
super helpful and understanding, I will certainly order from them again."
Informational Fabric Site: Excellent and Current information.
QuiltsHawaii.com
http://quiltshawaii.com is a new site dedicated to Hawaiian Quilting techniques and history.
There is a forum, an events calendar, add a link page, a section on the
history of Hawaiian Quilting, free patterns, instructions for quilting and
cross stitch, and much much more!
Come check it out, I'm sure you'll be delighted!
info@quiltshawaii.com
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