Author Archives: Liz Thompson

About Liz Thompson

I am the National Education Manager for Janome & Elna Canada and I LOVE to sew! I have been employed full time in the sewing and quilting industry for over 30 years so I bring a wealth of sewing knowledge & expertise to this blog. I enjoy all forms of sewing from quilting to sewing garments to machine embroidery and software. Pretty much everything in my life is seen through the eyes of a passionate sewer! I am constantly on the look out for fun, innovative and inspiring ideas to share with you all on this blog. I also love to sew, read, knit , crochet, travel and spend time with my family and friends.

Last chance to register for The Virtual Homemade event

Posted on January 12, 2021 by Liz Thompson

We told you about the Virtual Homemade event in a few recent Janome  Life posts as well as on our Janome Canada Instagram and Facebook pages ……the exciting opportunity for a weekend of virtual creativity and learning with Jennifer Tryon … Continue reading →

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Janome HQ’s Instagram LIVE TODAY, WEDNESDAY 1pm EST

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Liz Thompson

Join us LIVE at 1pm EST @janomehq Instagram page every Wednesday for Janome HQ’s NEW series “Janome’s Magical Machine Mystery Tour” as we highlight a different machine in the Janome line. From entry level to Top of the Line; embroidery … Continue reading →

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Mini Sewing Tips from Sew4Home – HOW TO SQUARE UP FABRIC

Posted on January 5, 2021 by Liz Thompson

We start of the year with more Mini Sewing Tips from Sew4Home: this month it is all about How to Square up fabric.  Puckered seams. Misaligned panels. If you’ve ever tried to work with fabric cuts are that are not … Continue reading →

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Happy New year! AND information about upcoming Online classes with Janome Canada

Posted on December 31, 2020 by Liz Thompson

2020 has certainly been a year not many of us are going to forget! Amidst all the worry and sadness and sacrifices that so many have made this year, there is the knowledge that there are some very special people … Continue reading →

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Homemade virtual event

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Liz Thompson

Janome Canada is thrilled to be participating in the Homemade virtual sewing event in March 2021. This was just launched on Facebook so we encourage you to seriously consider registering for this virtual sewing weekend event organized by Jennifer Tryon … Continue reading →

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Janome HQ’s Instagram LIVE TODAY, WEDNESDAY 1pm EST

Posted on December 30, 2020 by Liz Thompson

Join us LIVE at 1pm EST @janomehq Instagram page every Wednesday for Janome HQ’s NEW series “Janome’s Magical Machine Mystery Tour” as we highlight a different machine in the Janome line. From entry level to Top of the Line; embroidery … Continue reading →

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Do you sew for charity?

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Liz Thompson

Maybe you make quilts for sick people? – like comfort quilts for cancer patients? Or maybe you sew clothing (like “pillowcase” dresses)  for little girls in need? Or maybe you knit scarves and hats for the homeless? Well done and … Continue reading →

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Did you know??

Posted on December 28, 2020 by Liz Thompson

Did you know that we have been posting wonderful new project tutorials to the INSPIRE tab on our website for quite some time? The Inspire tab has quite a few sections: ALL PROJECTS  –  Looking for a project idea to … Continue reading →

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CHRISTMAS GREETINGS from the Janome Life team

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Liz Thompson

Can you believe that another year is drawing to a close? And it certainly has been a year we will all remember….. But it is very good that we have been able to stay at home and get more sewing … Continue reading →

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Janome HQ’s Instagram LIVE TODAY, WEDNESDAY 1pm EST

Posted on December 23, 2020 by Liz Thompson

Join us LIVE at 1pm EST @janomehq Instagram page every Wednesday for Janome HQ’s NEW series “Janome’s Magical Machine Mystery Tour” as we highlight a different machine in the Janome line. From entry level to Top of the Line; embroidery … Continue reading →

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