I am so happy to be back! I had a wonderful time in Vancouver for the past 6 months spoiling our grandchildren. BUT there are no shops down there that satisfied my craving for fabric! I came “home” a few times and made sure that I made time to come to Thread and Paper. It was wonderful to walk in the door and be greeted by a smile and a warm hello. The shop is just amazing. So many items displayed to help give you ideas, great staff to answer questions and show you where to look when you can’t seem to find what you want, and on top of it all, when there is something the shop…by some miracle…does not have in stock already, the staff is happy to order it for you!! I love the shop and can only encourage anyone interested in knitting, quilting, scrapbooking…don’t look any further..you have found the best place to look right here in Salmon Arm. Thank you Carol and all your great staff!
We are the biggest quilt shop around with a great selection of quilting fabrics, yarn, paper crafting supplies and MORE. We offer classes for all ages, sewing machine repair, or just friendly advice.
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What’s Happening?
Join Carolyn each month as we make a small hand embroidery project. Projects will vary and may include some machine sewing at home to complete your projects. We will continue to develop our skills with new stitches and techniques. Each month we enjoy learning from each other, sharing projects we are working on and time to stitch and socialize. See you there! Price includes some supplies Teacher: Carolyn Visser Skill Level: Intermediate – Hand stitching experience required, if you are new try the intro to hand stitching class Perfect for toiletries, electronic gear, shoes, and more, these functional bags in three sizes will keep you well-groomed and organized. The double-zippered top opens easily for full access to the roomy interior. Two exterior zippered pockets and two interior slip pockets keep things neat and organized. A sturdy handle on one end makes carrying easy. The pattern includes instructions for bags in three sizes: SMALL: 4″H x 8½”W x 5½”D MEDIUM: 5″H x 10½”W x 7″D LARGE: 6½”H x 13½”W x 9″D $75, supplies and pattern are extra Skill level: Intermediate Teacher: Ericka Carol will be hosting this “open Sewing” day for all ages and levels of experience. Come for an hour or two, or for the whole time. Bring something unfinished from a class, or bring your own project to work on. Sewing, Knitting, quilting, you choose. Please sign up in advance to we know how many to expect. $10 per class if you have taken a class (within the year) at Thread & Paper $20 if you have not taken a class This class is for people who have limited sewing knowledge and want to learn more in-depth projects. Over eight 2.5 hour sessions we will cover the anatomy of a sewing machine, types of presser feet, reading a pattern, rotary cutting, pressing/ironing, using interfacing, and different sewing techniques such as ruffling, pleats, and putting in a zipper – all while making 8 fun useful things to keep for yourself or give as gifts. There is homework for this class. $170 Teacher: Ericka Birkett This class teaches beginner sewing skills but you MUST know how to use your sewing machine, if you do not know how let us know beforehand and we can schedule a lesson for you before the class starts. Lessons on how to use your machine are free if you purchased your machine from Thread & Paper or $30 for 1/2 hour if it was purchased elsewhere. Machine Repair EVERY Wednesday Machines will be serviced (and scissors sharpened) IN the store. What this means is you could wait as little as one day. Machines can still be dropped off or picked up anytime during our open hours. You do not need an appointment, just bring your machine in any time. The best plan would be to drop off before 11 am on Wednesday (or Monday or Tuesday is even better) Basic Sewing machine service $100 Electronic Sewing Machine Service $110 Serger Service $110 Embroidery Machine Service $120 Scissor sharpening $5 Spring Loaded scissor sharpening $7.50 Choose one of Laura Heines smaller patterns and create one of these unique appliquéd pieces. Choosing just the right fabrics will make your piece amazing. Teacher: Ericka Birkett Must have basic sewing knowledge Perfect for toiletries, electronic gear, shoes, and more, these functional bags in three sizes will keep you well-groomed and organized. The double-zippered top opens easily for full access to the roomy interior. Two exterior zippered pockets and two interior slip pockets keep things neat and organized. A sturdy handle on one end makes carrying easy. The pattern includes instructions for bags in three sizes: SMALL: 4″H x 8½”W x 5½”D MEDIUM: 5″H x 10½”W x 7″D LARGE: 6½”H x 13½”W x 9″D $75, supplies and pattern are extra Skill level: Intermediate Teacher: Ericka This class is for people who have limited sewing knowledge and want to learn more in-depth projects. Over eight 2.5 hour sessions we will cover the anatomy of a sewing machine, types of presser feet, reading a pattern, rotary cutting, pressing/ironing, using interfacing, and different sewing techniques such as ruffling, pleats, and putting in a zipper – all while making 8 fun useful things to keep for yourself or give as gifts. There is homework for this class. $170 Teacher: Ericka Birkett This class teaches beginner sewing skills but you MUST know how to use your sewing machine, if you do not know how let us know beforehand and we can schedule a lesson for you before the class starts. Lessons on how to use your machine are free if you purchased your machine from Thread & Paper or $30 for 1/2 hour if it was purchased elsewhere. Machine Repair EVERY Wednesday Machines will be serviced (and scissors sharpened) IN the store. What this means is you could wait as little as one day. Machines can still be dropped off or picked up anytime during our open hours. You do not need an appointment, just bring your machine in any time. The best plan would be to drop off before 11 am on Wednesday (or Monday or Tuesday is even better) Basic Sewing machine service $100 Electronic Sewing Machine Service $110 Serger Service $110 Embroidery Machine Service $120 Scissor sharpening $5 Spring Loaded scissor sharpening $7.50
Plan to pick your machine up LATE on Wednesday – You will get a call as soon as your machine is ready to go.
Plan to pick your machine up LATE on Wednesday – You will get a call as soon as your machine is ready to go.
What Our Customers Say
From the moment I walk through the door of the Thread & Paper, it is always a great shopping experience. The staff are knowledgable and pleasant to deal with. The product is consistently the best anywhere I have been. I love this shop!
Hello Ladies, Your store is one of my favorite stores to shop at here is Salmon Arm The staff have always been friendly and helpful. Oh and the selections of fabrics to choose from are numerous. Not just fabric is carried but also wool and like products as well scrap booking and everything that you need to take up that hobby. I also went to one of the in store retreats and the food was delicious and all the sewing time was really good for me. No interruptions. My two Janome sewing machines have stood up to all that sewing I have been doing as well. Thanks again.
Thread and Paper, I love to shop in your store. It’s bright and always has a huge selection of fabric to choose from. You offer such a wide variety of classes, no need to get bored in our little town of Salmon Arm. Thanks for being there.