So the hunt was on to find a store that stocked the pattern. I know there are stores here in the US that stock many of the Australian designers patterns, but I like to shop for these items in Australia.
Darlene from Bee Sew Whimsical had a special for her newsletter subscribers so I decided to take advantage of that special. Now my thought was, if I was going to place an order from Australia I may as well make it worth while, right? Hmm what else did I want, this pattern of course. Annie Downs Angel Table Toppers, and look it's made up in pink......
A quick email to Darlene to place the order on Saturday afternoon. My response came Saturday evening that this particular pattern wasn't one that she stocked, but she'd check it out. Another email this afternoon to let me know that the pattern was ordered and on it's way to her.
Now I don't know about you, but I've found with many stores, whether they are online or bricks and mortar, if you want a pattern that isn't stocked then it's on to the next one. Customer service seems to be a thing of the past with many. It's so refreshing to find a store that's happy to go the extra mile to have and keep a satisfied customer. I'll definitely be shopping with Darlene again. If you haven't already checked out her store, then I'd suggest you have a cuppa ready, she has a terrific selection of so many of the Australian designers and you're guaranteed awesome customer service.
I've been working on the bag for the bag swap and am ready to put it alll together tomorrow. I've also made a start on my Angel blocks for the Angel Story quilt, plus the last of Jenna's birthday gifts for next month, and this evening I started a new embroidery. So lots to keep my hands and mind busy and keep me out of mischief.
Thanks for taking the time to stop and visit with me.
Happy Stitching.
20 comments:
LOL!! You've made me blush!!
You know... it's really no hardship to make a customer happy. Not to mention... how utterly gorgeous it was that I've now placed it on my growing to-do-list!1
have a gorgeous day full of creative stitching & inspiration!!
hugs
xoxo
I love that stitchery. I might have to buy it myself.
LOve and hugs Gina xx
I know... Darlene is such a wonderful person...Have ordered from her too...and it comes real quick to Sweden too... great service!!!
Love the patterns you have chosen...they will be wonderful!!
Oh...both those patterns are on my to do list :) They are beutiful.
I was hoping to start the stitchery - it is all ready to go but I went to a workshop on the weekend and was totally exhausted at the end of each day and didn't even attempt any stitching!!!!You have been and will be busy!! My bag is coming along nicely...but not as quickly as I would like!!
you are busy! i can't think of christmas until i've got all my lots birthdays out of the way - all three in september! just love that stitchery and will definitely be visiting darlene!
That stitchery is just briiliant.
Love the Australian designers. I don't do stitchery anymore but I find them so charming. Now I have admired that darling little bag and mat. Thanks for the lead on terrific customer service. A rarity these days.
It's the old saying-- "Act like you care..." Customer service is a cheap expense with HUGE payoffs. I love the patterns. Great choices.
I love the patterns, your daughter will be so happy! You are right, customer service is not that so much anymore. Way to go Darlene!
Yes, it's surely time to start thinking about Christmas . . . I'd better start makin' a list and checking it twice *S* Not for naughty and nice but to make sure I'll have enough time to do all I need to in time.
Linda, I love the patterns you picked out to make. Your list must be as long as mine. Customer service is the key to any business and it seems Darlene's will keep growing...
I just have a few stitches on the bag and thats it. So excited...
Keep Stitchen'
Bonnie
Ah Christmas projects, that is the only reason I don't like fall. Because I know it is coming and it always means so much to do!! I wish it wasn't like that.
Your so right about the customer service. It has went by the wayside for sure. So when you find someone who still remembers what that is you wanna give them all the business.
I'm sorry Imissed your bag swap. I was out of town when you started it. Next time I'll be there.
I love looking at your blog...it makes me smile;) So many fun things. Love your back ground, too.
Great patterns Linda! They will be lovely made up. Good customer service is really valued x
I can't wait to check out her site.
I have seen om some blogs that they have begun counting down to Christmas ;)
The table topper is very cute!
I'm one of those blogs that is counting down to Christmas to help me keep on track to achieve all things I want to!
I love that stitchery! I'll be lucky to finish the one I've started in time for Christmas...I'm really slow still.
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