Sales & Specials at Calico Gals

Calico Gals Offers:

  • A large selection of sewing machines, sergers, quilting and embroidery machines
  • Continuous support for your purchase
  • Knowledgeable friendly staff
  • Financing available on all sewing machines, sergers, studios and Grace Quilting Frames

Baby Lock Serger Special

Picture of easy Air Threading on a baby lock serger

Have you been spring cleaning? What did you find in your closet? Was it a serger? The one you never use, because it’s such a pain in the you-know-what to thread? Now is the time to visit the Syracuse store and try out Baby Lock’s Jet-Air Threading. What a beautiful thing!

And just to sweeten the deal – the Eclipse DX, with the fabulous Jet-Air Threading is on sale for just $999. Incredible price! Read more about the Eclipse DX on the Baby Lock website.

There are more deals to choose from on Baby Lock sergers . . . like a pack of 6 feet and an inspirational guide workbook included with the purchase of an Evolution, Enlighten or Imagine serger. That’s a lot of good stuff! Read all about it here.

Prints Charming March Madness Edition

Picture of Marcia and Janet holding quilts using fabric from the 2012 prints charming club

Calico Gals has created a special edition of our Prints Charming packs – 76 five-inch squares of blue and orange fabrics. And what do you think of how we used them? Just cut those squares into quarters and fuse them onto a panel of 2-1/2 inch Quiltsmart grid. The easy instructions to create a banner or pillow are free for the asking. In Syracuse, we are proud of our team, and you can easily modify the grid layout to show your own team loyalties. The March Madness pack makes two banners – one for you and one to share with another fan! Let’s Go Orange!

Prints Charming packs are new each month and available for $15. Join the Prints Charming Club (just $20) and save $5 off every pack you buy all year long! Read more about Prints Charming below.

Hey! Is it your birthday?

Calico Gals is giving out birthday presents! Simply sign up for our email newsletters and watch for the coupon in your birthday month. Print it out . . . bring it in . . . receive 2 fat quarters of your choice – just for being the birthday gal! That’s a half yard of fabric! The coupon is good one time only, any day during your birthday month. You gotta have the coupon, so sign up for the Calico Gals e-news.

Get Your Wishes on the List

We see that “deer-in-the-headlights” look every time a non-quilter comes in to buy you a gift. Make it easy for your family and friends to give you that special quilting gadget, pattern or fabric kit. Calico Gals has a Wish List card file. Your name should be in it!

Prints Charming 2012

Picture of quilt using fabric from the 2012 prints charming club

Calico Gals has offered a Prints Charming club for the past few years, featuring a monthly collection of pre-cut fabrics (prints) that are fun to collect and fun to stitch. The 2012 Club is shaking things up with different pre-cut shapes and fabrics. Melonie stitched up the Little Dude quilt and sprinkled hearts from the February pack across the top.

Join the Prints Charming Club for $20 and every pack you purchase in 2012 is $10 – a savings of $5 each off the regular price. We hold a pack for you for the entire month. No obligation – buy only the packs you like. If you really like them, go ahead and buy more – all at the reduced price! Prints Charming Club is available in Syracuse and Oswego.

The quilt is a kit, too. Stop in or call to let us know you want one.

Ellisimo Gold Sewing Machine from Baby Lock

Image of Babylock Ellisimo Gold sewing machine

Even if you are not in the market for a new sewing or embroidery machine, it is worth your time to skip over to the Baby Lock website and watch the video about the Ellisimo Gold. It is amazing what machines can do these days!

Opportunities come in all shapes and sizes, and often taking a chance can lead to something great. For sewers and embroiderers, opportunity knocks daily. You have a chance to put a piece of yourself into every project, and with the Ellisimo Gold sewing and embroidery machine, you have a golden opportunity to let your creativity flourish.

The Ellisimo Gold has many innovative features that are sure to spark your imagination. Built for sewers, embroiderers, and quilters alike, the Ellisimo Gold is the perfect tool regardless of your inspiration. There are fabulous editing features for stitches and embroidery designs, and a large throat space perfect for quilting. Take advantage of this golden opportunity, and try the Ellisimo Gold sewing and embroidery machine.

Image of pillow cases, chef apron, and e-book reader cover made with Babylock Ellisimo

Find out more about the Baby Lock Ellisimo.

Ellageo Plus Sewing Machine from Baby Lock

Image of Babylock Ellageo sewing machine

No matter where your imagination takes you, the Ellageo Plus is right there with you. The Automatic Fabric Sensor System adjusts the presser foot pressure for fabric thickness as you use any of the 358 stitches. And when embroidering, just insert a flash drive and your designs are there, on the full color screen, ready for adjusting and stitching.

The Ellageo Plus is an innovative machine that will add luxury to all of your sewing, embroidery and quilting projects. Edit designs on your machine and transfer them back into your computer, download upgrades, and more. With the conveniences of a Baby Lock, the Ellageo Plus will change the way you feel about sewing and embroidery.

Stop by the Syracuse store and stitch for yourself. If embroidery isn’t your thing, take a look at the Symphony with the same great features (and more) without the embroidery option.

Image of embroidered pillows and throw made with the Babylock Ellageo sewing machine

Read more about the Ellageo Plus.

Symphony Sewing Machine from Baby Lock

Image of Babylock Symphony sewing machine

So many quilting features, the Symphony will be music to your ears. With 460 stitches, 17 feet, and a speed of 1,000 stitches per minute, you can hit all the right notes. These amazing features come together to allow you to quilt with a full range of creativity.

Image of quilt and skirt made with Symphony machine as well as close up of foot and stitching

Learn more about the Symphony.

Sofia 2 Sewing Machine from Baby Lock

Image of Babylock Sofiay sewing machine

Trend-setting Sofia 2 is full of ideas – the perfect friend for all of your embroidery and sewing projects. Compact in size, she always has something to share, like 70 built-in embroidery designs and 168 stitches. With a 4″ X 4″ embroidery field, convenient LCD Touch Screen and a USB slot for transferring designs through your thumb-drive, you can create all of your ideas with Sofia.

This versatile sewing and embroidery machine also includes plenty of convenient options like an advanced needle threader, automatic thread-cutter and a Quick-Set, top-loading bobbin. No matter what you love to create, Sofia 2 is ready to inspire you.

Image of dog bed, cosmetic purses, and skirt made with Sofia machine

Learn more about the Sofia.

Audrey Sewing Machine from Baby Lock

Picture of Audrey sewing machine from Babylock

I know, I know, you already have a sewing machine. But did you ever want one that easily traveled along with you? Meet Audrey – Calico Gals best-seller in that category. Audrey is loaded with features like needle-up/needle-down, 66 built-in stitches, push button features, a drop-in bobbin and plenty of accessories. She comes with a sewing table and fits conveniently in her own travel bag. She’s easy to tote at just 12-1/2 pounds.

Image of pillow, hanging organizer, and skirt made with Audrey machine

Read more about Audrey and check out some of the free projects you can make!

Elizabeth Sewing Machine from Baby Lock

image of a Baby Lock Elizabeth sewing machine

Elizabeth is multi-talented and great at everything she does, and she’s ready to share all her secrets with you. With 178 stitches, automatic needle threader and drop in bobbin, this feature-packed machine sure has a lot to say!

Elizabeth can help you make a statement with every project, from home décor to accessories and garments. But don’t be intimidated – with push button features, knee lift and extension table, count on Elizabeth to help make any project easy and successful.

Pictures of details of sewing machine and pillows made with the Baby Lock Elizabeth

Find out more about Elizabeth!

Melody Sewing Machine from Baby Lock

image of a Baby Lock Melody sewing machine

When first experiencing the ease and convenience of the Melody, you’ll know this machine was just made for you. The Melody has the features you’ve been looking for to quilt with confidence and to let your creativity grow, like a precise 1/4″ stitch, easy threading and a wide quilting table.

Mary Fons says

As a writer, I can’t help but tell a story with everything I do, and I fell in love with the way quilts can tell a story, too. And with 189 stitches and 14 feet for every technique, the Melody lets me tell my story while hitting all the right notes.

Pictures of details of sewing machine and heart wall hanging made with the Baby Lock Melody

Find out more about Melody!

Calico Gals carries the complete line of Baby Lock sewing machines

eXcellence Sewing Machine from Elna

image of an Elna excellence sewing machine

Attention Elna owners – trade up to new technology and keep driving an Elna machine you love

This is the computerized sewing machine that every quilter deserves. With its extra long arm – 11″ to the right of the needle, you’ll find all the space you need to tackle even your biggest projects.

The Elna eXcellence offers a wide range of accessories and 3 storage spaces, including the exclusive and innovative tilt-forward accessory compartment.

  • 245 stitches with 11 one-step buttonholes, 2 alphabets, and 26 exclusive Elna stitches
  • Integrated Ajustable Feeding (IAF) with a 7 piece feed dog
  • Extra Cloth Guide – offers a range of up to 4.3″ and attaches directly to the free arm
  • High Resolution LCD Screen with Tactile Jog Dial
  • Free Arm
  • Adjustable Knee Lift
  • Patented Angle Scale Lines and Needle Plate Markings
  • 3 White LED Lamps offer great illumination while you are sewing
  • Transparent Quilting Table
  • Build-in Needle Threader

Calico Gals carries the complete line of Elna sewing machines

Vanishing Design Wall

Picture of Vanishing Design Wall with shelf and quilt hanging under it

The Vanishing Design Wall is made of 2 components. A decorative shelf made of knotty pine, available unfinished or professionally stained & varnished in Honey or Chocolate. The retractable insert is made of heavy flannel with vinyl backing and mounted on a steel rod with a super heavy duty steel spring which enables your design to “vanish” when you aren’t working on it! No hanging cords dangling – for a clean look, and child safety.

Yes, your fabric will roll up – allowing you to pick up where you left off, all your pieces in tact! With a Vanishing Design Wall you can have a flannel wall to design your project without giving up valuable wall space. It can be mounted above a closet, or on any wall with other photos/decor items below it.

GO! Fabric Cutters

Picture of Go! fabric cutter with cut out pieces of fabric

GO! and GO! Baby Fabric Cutters by Accuquilt impress quilters and fabric crafters with their accuracy, speed, ease and portability. Whatever your experience level, GO! will make quilting and fabric crafting even more enjoyable for you.

  • Accurately cut shapes
  • Up to 90% faster than rotary
  • Safe and easy to use

Come in today and check them out!

  • Calico Gals
  • Janet Lutz, Owner
  • 3906 New Court Ave.
  • Syracuse, NY 13206
  • 315-445-0617
  • Mon - Sat: 10 am - 5 pm
  • Sun: 12 pm - 4 pm
  • Calico Gals Harborview
  • Janet Lutz, Owner
  • 199 West 1st St.
  • Oswego, NY 13126
  • 315-343-0272
  • Mon - Sat: 10 am - 5 pm