Good Morning, Quilters!
Please celebrate with me– I have been selected to be a BERNINA Brand Ambassador!
Woo HOO!
This has been several months in the making…paperwork, phone calls, planning…
(and here’s where YOU came in…) One of the things BERNINA looked at was how many people follow The Inbox Jaunt– and how engaged they are–and of course–
We got a AAA rating for engaged readership!!
THANK YOU!
Last week I received my new BERNINA 770 QE!
But what does it mean?
BERNINA ambassadors get a beautiful new sewing machine in exchange for providing several educational tools to BERNINA each year like writing for their blog, WeAllSew, teaching, etc. (Sounds like fun to me!)
While, I’m just learning about all the bells and whistles (I’m actually excited about reading a manual-imagine that!?)…
A few things I love already: very responsive tension system, the placement of the needle down and presser foot down buttons, I LOVE the thread cutter-it cuts the bobbin thread underneath as well as on top-great for free motion quilting, and the new 97D Patchwork foot, Of course it has the same great features found on other BERNINAs-beautiful looking stitch, hands free lift system and more…
Thank you, Deb Engh and all the ladies at Bear Patch Quilting Co., White Bear Lake Minneosta,
Thank you, BERNINA,
AND…
None of this would have happened without YOU-–my very engaged readership-so THANK YOU!
In addition to learning my new sewing machine, I’m inspired to clean and reorganize my sewing studio!
Full report (and photos) to follow…
Ambassador Lori
225 comments
annieofbluegables
I have to say that you are a very good ambassador. I just bought the 780 and I love it. I think of you every day as I learn to sew on my new Lamborghini machine.
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That’s awesome.! Tell Bernina!
annieofbluegables
Can you give me a link where to tell them?
Lisa
My dream is o own a Bernina. Sadly my budget just doesn’t allow it. Congratulations!!!
Lora F
Congratulations Lori 🙂 I’m a pretty new follower and am enjoying your posts very much. I did notice in your thanks “Thank you, Deb Engh and all the ladies at Bear Patch Quilting Co., White Bear Lake Minneosta”. I’m curious about the connection – and being new I just don’t know. My siblings and Mom live in Mahtomedi and N. St. Paul. Are you nearby and should I check out this quilt shop when visiting??
Lori Kennedy
Hi Lora,
I live in Stillwater, MN and Bear Patch Quilting Co. is “my store”–the one I frequent for everything from BERNINA supplies to fabric, notions, etc. It’s definitely worth checking out when you’re in town!
Lora F
Oh thanks! And I will for sure stop in!
Holly Ann W.
Looking in that newly-opened box exposing a new Bernina is breathtaking … I can just imagine the thrill it was. Congratulations!
When I was able to purchase a second machine I chose Bernina because my oldest sister had one on which she patched heavy ranch coveralls, horse blankets for their stable of race horses, and the dress she wore as hostess for my wedding reception … all without a hiccup. I had my heart set on a Bernina for such time as I could afford one and I have not regretted it. Saving up for my next one – maybe a serger this time; but I am eager to read your comments as you become acquainted with the 770QE. 🙂
Robin Rodriquez
Ditto all the others said. Congratulations! I want one!!’
Mary Val
Congrats! I’ll be watching your progress with this machine. I LOVE my Berninas.
Carol
Oh, Congratulations!!! So very happy for you — they made a very wise choice! Love that Bernina chair too! I’ve considered upgrading my Bernina 1008 but can’t seem to part with it. Great news and I’m also a subscriber to Bernina’s blog, WeAllSew!
Rebecca Grace
Congratulations, Lori! I can’t think of a better Bernina Ambassador than you. I’m looking forward to seeing what you will do with your snazzy new 770 QE! If you’re not already a member of the Yahoo Bernina 7 Series group, we’d love for you (and anyone else, too) to join us: https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Bernina7Series/info.
Aggie Bollhorn
Congratulations Lori! That looks like a fantastic machine, can’t wait to see what you can do with it. Looking forward to more of your designs. Love your work.
Bea
Great news! Congratulations! Have lots of fun with the new machine!
Laura
CONGRATULATIONS, LORI!!! I happily told the members of the St. Monica’s guilting group about this very exciting news! Well done! You are so deserving and inspiring!
lilquilter
Congrats, Lori! That is certainly exciting news and I look forward to your posts about your new Bernina.
As I am hoping to reorganize my sewing room this summer (which hasn’t been done since I got my Bernina 180 in 2001 and is looooong overdue), I also eagerly anticipate any thoughts, tips and suggestions you might share regarding fabric, supplies and tool storage, furniture arrangement, etc. Thank you in advance!
Happy quilting!
LK
Jennifer
Congratulations and have fun with your new Bernina.
wekebu
Congrats for such an honor!!!! You are truly an inspiration.
I have the Virturoas 153 QE. Got her brand new and added the purple. She’s been working hard for about 15 years. I keep her clean and get a tune up every now and again to be safe.
karen blaylock
Wonderful!!!! I really enjoy reading your blog on a daily basis. Even when my e mail gets backed up I never delete you before reading!!!
rascassepoule
congratulations Lori!because you merit that! I have a 440 QE and i am very happy of my Bernina
ireneshooter
Congratulations Lori!
caitriona
Congratulations Lori. Enjoy your lovely new machine.
pwalters22
Loved this post! Congratulations! I’ve loved Bernina Sewing machines and overlock machines since the early 80’s and currently have a 780e and 1150 serger plus an older one of each. I know you’ll love your new 770QE / I’m just learning FMQ so your tutorials are a lot of help.
Halina Grzesik
Congratulations!! I’m one of your fan from Poland .
Marta
You are so being blessed, Lori.. glad to hear of your new honor. I know it will be fun, for you are talented enough to do it with skill and a lot of new inspiration too
which creates the beauty in your work.
kim
I’ll be interested to see how you adjust to having the stitch regulator, I think it is hard to switch to it if you have start free motion quilting without it. I’ll be looking to you for tips and tricks on how to adjust to my 750QE. Happy Sewing and congrats…do you know any of the other ambassadors?
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I don’t plan to use the stitch regulator. I don’t know any other ambassadors
Janice S.
YAY LORI, That is awesome news. I am a Bernina convert. Always had a viking until my 750QE. When i took it in for service and went to use my Viking found out how spoiled I had gotten! Don’t want to be without my Bernina! Will you be using the embroidery module as well? Have not done much with mine.
Quilt Musings
Congratulations! What a fun new role!
Barb E
Congratulations, you deserve it you are doing such a wonderful job. I wouldn’t be as far as I am with FMQing if it wasn’t for you.
Tavette
No one deserves this more than you and I’m glad Bernina finally took note & got you on board. Your followers are true-blue and we love and appreciate every post you send us. We learn SO much from you and your tutorials are so detailed that they make even difficult looking projects do-able.
What a beautiful green view you provided for your new Bernina. We’ll think of you sitting right there creating all kinds of wonderful things!
Congrats from S. Fla – Tavette
Marsha
Congratulations. Did you realize that in addition to promoting their product you also sold the email addresses of your followers? I am now receiving the Bernina newsletter though I never signed up for it. Guess spamming us is just part of the promotion. I’m disappointed.
Nora
As a long time follower, I think that’s completely unfounded. I have never received an email from Bernina, not even in Junk, and still have nothing from them. As a former blogger, I also think this is a baseless accusation as bloggers don’t even have access to their followers emails– the blogging platform maintains this list for automated email sends on blog updates you have subscribed to.
More importantly– congrats, Lori!
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Bernina has NO access to my website or to my email address. Please look to another source for that
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That is absolutely not true!
Sondra Gingery
I can’t imagine anyone more deserving! I enjoy your blog, and appreciate your teaching style. I have shared ‘you’ several times with my quilting guild.
mlmasters2014
Congratulations can’t wait to hear how much you like it.
Margie B
Congratulations!!! This is really awesome and you deserve to be noticed. Good work. I still can’t doodle but that’s not your fault lol
Laurie
Congratulations!! I know you’re going to be having a blast with your new machine!
English quilter
Congratulations. Enjoy your new beauty
Alice
Lori – congratulations on your new position. I may not always add comments but look forward to reading your blog each day.
June
Congratulations! I’m looking forward to posts about your new machine. I’ve been thinking about getting one and your comments on how to use it will help me.
michele Duffy
Sweetness, well deserved!
Sue
Good for you ! You’ve earned it!!!
Rose Landon
Congrats I am so happy for you. I have gotten so much from your blog, mostly get it there and try something out of my comfort zone. I know you will be an asset to Bernina!!
Pam Jolly
Con grats – you will love this machine. I received a Bernina 750Q a year and a half ago and I love it! I still haven’t learned all of the bells and whistles, but I love that it lets me know when the bobbin is running low and I love the large bobbin. I could go on and on, but I won’t. I am really happy for you. Have fun learning your new machine.
lois
Congratulations……I love your web site, try to accomplish it but not to Good a quilter. In spite of that I still follow you. Great tutorials. Best of all to you.
Cheryl in PA
Coolest news ever! Congratulations!
Sharon
Congratulations Lori, I am so happy for you! I am looking forward to seeing what you sew on the Bernina.
Terry
Congratulations…so happy for you and look forward to seeing your new machine in action :o)
Sheryl Allen
Congrats! I’m a fairly new follower, and I’m not surprised that Bernina has their eye on you. I think your posts are wonderful, I’ve learned so much. Silent Sundays are a treat to the eyes!
Joann
Congratulations Lori, will look forward to hearing about you on both your sight and Bernina’s site.
Janet Verity
Congratulations! You deserve the right to be an ambassador for Bernina!
Dianne Weiss
Woohoo! Way to go Lori! Love your blog and know you will love your new Bernina Baby!
Jean Quick
Congrats! Love Bernina! Now have “new Bernina envy”! LOL – Happy learning and sharing. Jean in Myrtle Beach, SC
Kaylene
Congratulations Lori! You will do a great job for Bernina… Enjoy your new venture, we’ll all be waiting to learn from you.
The Lisa Marie
Congratulations! You’ll be a great ambassador. I love my (old) Bernina and look forward to hearing more about your new machine (drool).
Nancy Tiver
Congratulations, Lori! I’ve been using a Bernina 930 Electronic for 35 years as my #1 machine. Nothing like a Bernina–you’ll be a wonderful ambassador!
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