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08/19/2026

Do you take your sewing machine to classes, retreats, or sew days?

Then the Necchi C32E deserves a look.

One of the first things we love about this machine is that it weighs about 13 pounds, so you’re not wrestling a sewing-machine-sized bowling ball into the car every time you want to sew somewhere else.

But lightweight doesn’t mean basic.

The C32E also has built-in dual feed. In everyday language, that means the machine helps move your fabric from both the top and bottom, which can be especially helpful when you’re quilting or sewing several layers together.

You also get electronic speed control, 32 built-in stitches, and an automatic needle threader.

If you want an easy-to-take-along machine with some genuinely useful features for quilting and everyday sewing, come take a look at the C32E.

https://hollyquiltshop.com/necchi-sewing-machines

08/17/2026

Have you ever stood in front of the sewing machine needles and wondered what in the world 80/12 is supposed to tell you?🪡

You’re definitely not the only one. Those two numbers are actually two different sizing systems describing the same needle size. On an 80/12 needle, the 80 is the metric size and the 12 is the corresponding size from another commonly used sizing system.

Here’s the part that’s handy to remember: as those numbers go up, the needle gets larger. So a 70/10 is a finer needle than an 80/12, and an 80/12 is finer than a 90/14.
But size is only half of the story. Needle type matters too. Universal, Microtex, quilting, denim, jersey and other needles have different points or construction designed for different jobs.

That’s why changing your needle can sometimes fix a sewing problem that seemed like it had nothing to do with the needle at all.

Next time you’re standing here looking at that little wall of needle packages, don’t let all those numbers scare you. Once you know what they mean, they start making a whole lot more sense.

Do you usually pay attention to your needle size, or are you more of a “use the one that’s already in the machine” sewist?

08/15/2026

Buying your first sewing machine can feel a little overwhelming. Screens, buttons, hundreds of stitches… where do you even start?

Meet the Necchi K132A.

This is the machine we’d point out to someone who wants to sit down, understand what the controls do, and start sewing.

The K132A is mechanical, so you select your stitches and settings with simple k***s rather than navigating a computerized screen. You still get 32 built-in stitches, an automatic needle threader, adjustable stitch settings, and LED lighting.

It’s a great fit for everyday sewing, simple quilting, repairs, crafts, and learning the basics without buying a machine you’ll immediately outgrow.

If you’re looking for your first machine or just prefer keeping things simple, come see the K132A.

https://hollyquiltshop.com/necchi-sewing-machines

08/14/2026

We can finally share a first look at the 2027 All Michigan Shop Hop exclusive fabric collection, and there is so much to look at.

The collection was created with QT Fabrics and has Michigan tucked into every corner. There’s a 36" x 43" state map panel filled with local icons, a Mackinac Bridge panel with two different views, and a Michigan Mysteries panel with twelve fun patches.

And then there are all the fabrics that go with them. Michigan-inspired prints, fruits and florals, words, water, geometrics, and textured blenders that give you all kinds of possibilities for pulling a project together.

This is the part I love, looking through a new collection and immediately starting to imagine what everyone is going to make with it.

More details can be found here:
https://allmichiganshophop.com/fabrics/

08/13/2026

Sew & Tell Thursday

What’s under your needle this week?

Are you piecing a quilt, finishing a binding, making a bag, tackling a UFO, or staring at the same project you swore you were going to finish three weeks ago?

Show us what you’re working on in the comments.

Finished or not. Perfect or not. We want to see it.

And while you’re here, take a minute to cheer somebody else on too. Sometimes a little “keep going” is exactly what it takes to get that project back under the needle.

Happy Sew & Tell Thursday! 💕

08/10/2026

Have you ever cut a triangle perfectly, sewn it carefully, and still ended up with a piece that looks a little stretched or wavy? The bias edge may be the reason.

Woven fabric has a lengthwise grain, a crosswise grain, and a bias. The bias runs diagonally across the weave and has more stretch than the straight grain.

That matters when we are working with triangles. Depending on how a triangle is cut or pieced, a bias edge can be exposed. If that edge gets pulled, handled a lot, or pushed around while sewing and pressing, it can stretch and change the shape of the piece.

A few things can help.
- Handle freshly cut triangles gently.
- Let your sewing machine feed the fabric instead of pulling it through.
- Check the size of your units before sewing them into the quilt.
- When pressing, lift and press the iron rather than pushing it back and forth across a stretchy edge.

Another thing to keep in mind is that not every half-square triangle method leaves the fabric grain in the same place. Some methods keep the outside edges of the finished unit on the straight grain, while others can leave bias edges exposed around the outside.

So if a triangle block seems to have changed shape between the cutting table and the sewing machine, it may not be your cutting at all. You may simply be working with a stretchier part of the fabric.

Understanding where the bias is can make a big difference when you are trying to keep blocks square and points where they belong.

08/06/2026

Look what day it is—SEW AND TELL! And I’m actually on time this Thursday! Hahaha!

Apparently, that Sunday off now that Shop Hop is over did me some good. I don't have much to share for sew & tell, but I am working behind the scenes on exciting updates to the website and getting classes for the fall ready to go. Here is a hint....they will start in September....

I’d explain what to do, but you all know too well what time it is... Let’s SEE ’em!!! 🧵🪡👀

08/03/2026

Here’s a fun one I found at the International Quilt Museum that I had never heard before:

Did you know some early quiltmakers used blue batting inside dark-colored quilts?

It wasn’t just a design choice. They were trying to disguise “bearding,” which happens when tiny batting fibers work their way through the fabric and become visible on the quilt’s surface.

The International Quilt Museum has a dark whole-cloth wool quilt from around 1790 with batting that was dyed blue before the quilt was assembled. If those fibers eventually poked through the dark fabric, the blue wool would be far less noticeable than bright white batting.

Quilters were troubleshooting batting problems more than 200 years ago. They may not have had lint rollers, but they certainly knew how to plan ahead!

Have you ever finished a quilt only to find little batting fibers sneaking through the top?

08/01/2026

The 2026 Michigan Shop Hop has officially come to an end, and what an adventure it has been!

Before we start planning what comes next, we want to take a moment to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to every single person who hopped into our shop. We loved meeting so many new faces, catching up with our regular customers, and sharing our little shop with all of you. Your support means more to us than we can ever fully put into words, and we are so grateful you chose to include Holly Quilt Shop in your Shop Hop journey.

With Shop Hop wrapped up, we’ll be returning to our regular hours and will once again be closed on Sundays.

And as promised, we’ve already started brainstorming and planning some new classes! We’re not quite ready to share the details yet, but we think you’re going to be very excited about what’s coming. Keep your eyes peeled because we have some fun things in the works!

For now, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a wonderful Shop Hop and appreciate everyone who helped make it so special. Thank you for visiting, shopping, laughing, sharing your projects, and supporting our small-town quilt shop. We truly couldn’t do this without you.💕

07/31/2026

I know I almost forgot Sew & Tell today, but I had a VERY good reason…
We sold our very first Necchi sewing machine today!!!

This beauty went home with her new owner and is already being put to work. I don’t know who was more excited, her or me! What a fun first for the shop. I love putting great people behind great machines, and I can’t wait to see all the beautiful things she makes with it!

Thank you for your purchase Terrie Hillstrom Fobare! Hope you love it!

Address

107 Thomas Street
Holly, MI
48442

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 6pm
Tuesday	10am - 6pm
Wednesday	10am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 6pm
Friday	10am - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm

Website

http://hollyquiltshop.com/, http://thehollyquiltshop.etsy.com/

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