Category Archives: Customer Service

Mother of Pearl Buttons: A Uniquely American Triumph by Amy B.

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Cheryl

Examples from my book Button Ware I love mother of pearl buttons. Over the years, as I was searching for samples, I began to learn the fascinating story of their rise to popularity and the uniquely American slant to their …

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Pick Your Palette – Vintage Advice from Indygo founder, Amy Barickman

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Cheryl

Dear Friends, Spring is here! Time to put away winter clothes and refresh your wardrobe with a new palette. Take a peek in your closet — what hues do you typically choose? According to Mary Brooks Picken, you should wear …

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The Handmade Experience

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Cheryl

“Aren’t we all just tired of things? Nobody wants to buy things anymore. We want experiences.” These were words spoken in a panel discussion at the Creative Connection Event this last September. They attest to the fact that more and …

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A Treat for the Seamstress

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Cheryl

Looking for a little gift for a fellow seamstress? Want to surprise your girlfriends with a darling party favor? Do you just love to collection pincushions? Indygo Junction’s Petitfore Pincushions (IJ863) are functional but look good enough to eat. These …

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Buy Two, Get One FREE Sale!!

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Cheryl

Click here to view sale items now!! **Sale effective until Sunday, January 15th, midnight CST. Please note that this discount applies to patterns only. Coupon code BTG1 must be used at the time of purchase in order to take advantage …

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Dress to Express!

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Monica

Where do you find inspiration for your personal style? Do you dress to impress or dress to express? Amy Barickman examines the timeless dichotomy of fashion and style on her blog at amybarickman.com.    

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Monogram Mania

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Monica

Add character to your next project. Three, to be exact. We’re mad about monograms lately. With so many possibilities, this letter-perfect technique lends personal flair to handmade or store bought fabric gifts. Think garments, pillowcases, cloth napkins, tea towels, and …

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Winner of Clover & Indygo Junction Needlefelting Prize Pack

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Cheryl

Congrats to Stephanie J.! She is the winner of the needlefelting prize package.  Thanks to everyone for their comments and suggestions on the videos. I hope everyone will try some new techniques and send us your pictures or post them …

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Winner of the Prints Charming Fabric Giveaway!

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Cheryl

Congrats to Valerie R., Shellie F., & Charlotte M.! You have each won a yard of fabric from Robert Kaufman’s Metro Market fabric line designed by Ann Kelle.  We can’t wait to see what you create from this yummy line! …

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Celebrating National Sewing Month with Amy Barickman

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Cheryl

If you didn’t already know, September is National Sewing Month, and I just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to recognize it. Mary Brooks Picken, entrepreneur and one of America’s premiere authorities on sewing and fashion in the 20th century, has …

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