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fryguymoore 06-08-2011 08:46 AM

Below is the email I just got. Mom is in California and my birthday is June 29th. What else might she send other than a sewing machine from this store???? I think I have no choice now but to plan my next quilt, right? You don't know how tempted I am to call the store since Mom won't fess up.


SHIPMENT INFORMATION
>> ===========================================
>> SENDER
>> Al's Vacuum & Sewing
>> Leone
>> US, CA
>>
>> RECIPIENT
>> Dawn #####
>> --
>> READING, PA 19606 US
>>
>> SHIPPED THROUGH
>> UPS Customer Center
>> (800) 742-5877
>>
>> MESSAGE FROM SENDER
>> --
>>
>> PACKAGE DETAILS
>> Other Packaging 25.00" x 18.00" x 21.00"
>> 57.00 lbs. (billed weight)
>>
>> CARRIER & SERVICE
>> UPS Ground
>>
>> TRACKING & REFERENCE
>> Carrier Trk: 1Z970X4103681#####
>> iShip Trk: MAJMCCX#####
>> Reference 1:--
>> Reference 2:--
>>
>> SHIP DATE
>> Tuesday, June 7, 2011
>>
>> EXPECTED DELIVERY DATE
>> Monday, June 13, 2011 End of Day

thequilterslink 06-08-2011 08:48 AM

LOL start planning that quilt!

mtnative 06-08-2011 08:51 AM

Hope it is not a vacuum as that would be really hard to sew with :) Seriously, though the package size certainly looks about right for a sewing machine. Post pics when it arrives. And Happy Birthday early.

LoriEl 06-08-2011 08:52 AM

Guess we'll all just have to wait and see!

valsma 06-08-2011 08:53 AM

Whatever it is, it should be fun finding out. Hope it is the sewing machine though.

sewwhat85 06-08-2011 08:54 AM

how exciting

mosquitosewgirl 06-08-2011 08:55 AM

Happy Birthday, early! I can't wait to find out. Thanks for sharing your birthday suspense with us!

fabric whisperer 06-08-2011 08:58 AM

wow, those dimensions certainly sound like a sewing machine ~ actually, those are pretty much the dimensions of my embroidery machine when I got it (I always keep boxes) ~ also the size of my serger box... hmmmm, have you hinted around anything?

BTW happy birthday early, my bday is the day before yours, and my name is Dawn, too :)

MTS 06-08-2011 09:03 AM

The store is a Janome and Babylock dealer.

Just saying. :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

Short an Sweet 06-08-2011 09:04 AM

maybe it's an embroidery machine?

fabric whisperer 06-08-2011 09:04 AM

this was on a quick google about the company:
"We sell Babylock & Janome Sewing Machines We also teach sewing classes, quilting classes, serger classes and software classes" ...

sounds promising :) Oh, and just sew you know, its not necessarily 57#, when they list billable weight like that, its a preformulated calculation based on the size of that box... so it may only be 35#, but UPS sets standardization when the boxes exceed 18x12x18 :)

Please share when you open that package :)

Rose L 06-08-2011 09:05 AM

OMG...your mom is a tease, LOL! Now, I just got my DD a sewing machine for graduation and those demensions don't match what hers were BUT her's is just and entry level machine. The demensions of this package sound more like one of those new giant Bernina's! What fun! I hope you love what you get. Happy Birthday!

Susie Quilter 06-08-2011 09:06 AM

Happy Birthday on the 29th.

earlylace 06-08-2011 09:07 AM

1 Attachment(s)
please be sure to tell us what you get!

Carol's Quilts 06-08-2011 09:07 AM

While trying to figure this out, don't forget to leave room inside that box for a lot of styrofoam packing - you know - those big pieces that are formed to fit around the item the box.

I don't think it can be a vacuum (unless it's one of those where all the pieces fit into a small box but when all put together it "builds" a regular vacuum), but I was thinking the same as fabric whisperer - embroidery machine or serger. But you can probably figure it out. Is your sewing machine old? Have you mentioned you'd like a new one? Have you complained that it doesn't do this function or that function? Stop and think about your conversations with mom. We moms can be really devious sometimes and pick up on every little thing we hear!

But you know - sometimes a real surprise is so much better!
Happy Birthday, and let us know what you get!

I know - this has been a real help, right?

Short an Sweet 06-08-2011 09:08 AM

do u have to wait till your bday to open it?

CoyoteQuilts 06-08-2011 09:10 AM

Just as long as she lets you open it when it arrives and doesn't make you wait for the 29th.....

Yep, that sew & vac is a good company to do business with! I, also would start planning that next quilt....

fabric whisperer 06-08-2011 09:10 AM


Originally Posted by Carol's Quilts
...We moms can be really devious sometimes and pick up on every little thing we hear!

ROFL Carol!!! Yes, we can be, we hear the smallest little references and file them away for just this type of occassion ... LOL ...


Originally Posted by Short an Sweet
do u have to wait till your bday to open it?

Oh, NOOOOO!!! I hadn't thought that far ahead yet! :shock:

pdcakm 06-08-2011 09:12 AM

don't know what is in the box but i am sure it is wonderful. after all it is from mom. congrats and enjoy.

the 29th is my granddaughter's 13th birthday. wish she would want a sewing machine. it would make my life easier. haven't a clue what she wants this year.

happy pre-birthday.

Buzzy Bee 06-08-2011 09:13 AM

I'm excited for you !!!!! Please let us know .....give details..you know how us "sewer/quilter" lovers are !!!

Furza Flyin 06-08-2011 09:28 AM


Originally Posted by pdcakm
don't know what is in the box but i am sure it is wonderful. after all it is from mom. congrats and enjoy.

the 29th is my granddaughter's 13th birthday. wish she would want a sewing machine. it would make my life easier. haven't a clue what she wants this year.

happy pre-birthday.

Fingernail polish in the brightess hues and makeup.

sueisallaboutquilts 06-08-2011 09:43 AM

Don't you dare call the store or I will tell on you! LOL :D:D
Can't wait to see your prezzie!!

MrsM 06-08-2011 09:45 AM


Originally Posted by mtnative
Hope it is not a vacuum as that would be really hard to sew with :) Seriously, though the package size certainly looks about right for a sewing machine. Post pics when it arrives. And Happy Birthday early.

Thanks for the smile
I hope it is the sewing machine of your dreams.

blueangel 06-08-2011 10:02 AM

Hope it's a sewing machine.

emelem 06-08-2011 10:24 AM

I'm betting on a sewing machine. I think that a box for a serger would be smaller and not weigh as much. Please let us know.

fryguymoore 06-08-2011 10:28 AM


Originally Posted by mtnative
Hope it is not a vacuum as that would be really hard to sew with :) Seriously, though the package size certainly looks about right for a sewing machine. Post pics when it arrives. And Happy Birthday early.

I can't tell you how disappointed I would be with a vacuum!!!!! We just replaced our carpet with hardwood :)

amma 06-08-2011 10:34 AM

Gotta love Mom!!! :D:D:D

fryguymoore 06-08-2011 10:36 AM


Originally Posted by Carol's Quilts
While trying to figure this out, don't forget to leave room inside that box for a lot of styrofoam packing - you know - those big pieces that are formed to fit around the item the box.

I don't think it can be a vacuum (unless it's one of those where all the pieces fit into a small box but when all put together it "builds" a regular vacuum), but I was thinking the same as fabric whisperer - embroidery machine or serger. But you can probably figure it out. Is your sewing machine old? Have you mentioned you'd like a new one? Have you complained that it doesn't do this function or that function? Stop and think about your conversations with mom. We moms can be really devious sometimes and pick up on every little thing we hear!

But you know - sometimes a real surprise is so much better!
Happy Birthday, and let us know what you get!

I know - this has been a real help, right?

Of course I have complained!!!!!! My machine is so old it doesn't even sew straight with the walking foot on. It has no "needle down" position. The number of my complaints is quite high :) I told her that I can't save up to buy a new one because I would rather buy fabric.

I will be sure to post what is actually in the box. AND, I will not be waiting until my birthday - that would just be mean.

Jammin' Jane 06-08-2011 10:41 AM

I feel your excitement! I'm sure your Mom will come through for you...she knows exactly what you're yearning for!!!
Antipication..............

Only 3 weeks to go!!
Happy Birthday!

butterflies5518 06-08-2011 10:46 AM

ooooo suprises! happy birthday to both Dawns and have a wonderful day!

GreatStarter 06-08-2011 11:05 AM

I know what it is...it's your birthday gift from your mom....so just be happy!!!!!!! (sure hoping it's not a vaccumn cleaner hehe) Let us know what you receive.

Kat

emerald46 06-08-2011 11:14 AM

Weighs like a darn good something or other! Happy day!!

DEJAHG 06-08-2011 11:20 AM

Seems right size for sewing machine...how fun! I'd be waiting at the door! Even tho I have 5 darn sewing machines now...one can never have TOO many! Nice Mommy!!!

Leota 06-08-2011 11:21 AM

LOL Oh THAT"S EVIL.....I'd say start planning your next quilt :D
and Happy Birthday

VickyS 06-08-2011 11:24 AM

Sounds like it's time to plan your thank you quilt to your mom!

Happy Birthday:)

Gladys 06-08-2011 11:25 AM

What a great mom.

scrappy happy 06-08-2011 11:30 AM

Happy Brithday
oh what a mom to make you weight. Will be fun to find out what u got. got to love moms

auntmag 06-08-2011 11:51 AM

Could be a new vacuum cleaner. Haha.

rexie 06-08-2011 07:07 PM

57 lbs....That is exciting.

Yooper32 06-09-2011 02:59 AM

Only thing I know for sure that it ISN'T is a FW. Not at 57 lbs.


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