Blueberries

Established in 2006 by Jackie Leybourne, Blueberries has quickly established itself as one of the country’s leading quilting and patchwork shops. It’s one of only 12 stores chosen nationally to participate in the Quilt Aid Project, and is constantly humming with a whole calendar of daily classes by some of the country’s most experienced and knowledgeable professionals. As well as all this, Blueberries’ online newsletter, Midweek Moments, keeps over thousands of the faithful both informed and enthralled every week with its hot deals, bargains, specials, competitions and fundraisers. There’s also the so-hot-right-now ‘Material Girl’ column, where Jackie’s alter ego gets passionate about fabrics, while staff members Linden Airey and Rachael Porter share their knowledge with their respective ‘Pattern Princess’ and ‘Go-Go-Gadget Girl’ columns. There’s also juicy extras like the soap operatic story of the invention of the sewing machine and a nine-month, globetrotting history of hats. Anyone can subscribe to Midweek Moments for free. It’s where the craziness and fun begins. Blueberries is open five days a week, with its sell-out classes and group activities scheduled for every day. Visitors and out-of-towners are always welcome, even if you’re just passing through. Come and chat with Jackie and the staff and feast your eyes on the mesmerizing displays of fabrics, kits, patterns, haberdashery, books and associated quilting goodies.