Ann Arbor Sewing Center

This is a fabulous, full service store! The section of quilt fabrics is superb (over 6000 bolts), and there are many books, patterns and samples to inspire you. The store carries a full line of both Bernina and Viking machines, with knowledgeable, friendly staff to find a machine you'll love. Their machine service is excellent: if their technician, Rick, can't fix it, no one can. This is especially important with todays computerized machines, but I watched him patiently fix a child's toy machine with the same attention to detail while I was visiting one day. The store offers many classes and has several clubs that are open to all brands and focus on getting the most from your machine. They not only have excellent, patient teachers on staff, but often offer classes and special events with famous personalities from the sewing and quilting world. In short, this is my favorite shop: worth the drive, and your time. Don't miss it!

Viking Sewing Gallery has a huge selection of fabric. The fabrics are not cheap, but the huge selection means you'll find something special. They also have sewing and quilting classes. The staff is knowledgeable about fabric and machines and can help you find what you need.