My mom has been quilting for about the past 30 years and her Bernina machine is excellent. It is due for some service so we went there to drop it off for service and looked around at all their quilting supplies. They have an excellent selection of material for quilting lots of really nice stuff. I highly recommend. read more

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I went to a beginners sewing class here and Deborah was great. The class was really informative. I love my tote bag and we plan on going back again. And from learning the sewing machine, I was able to fix one of my daughter's stuffy's. read more

Everyone is very nice and helpful. Highly recommend Bernina Connection. They showed me how to use my Bernina machine and answered all my questions read more

I can not say enough about the wonderful customer experience I received at this store! I bought my very first Bernina seeing machine and 2 Sharon's could not have been more wonderful and patient with all the silly newbie questions I had! I can't wait to get my machine and start taking classes with these wonderful group of ladies! read more

I just had a pretty disappointing experience with Bernina connection. I had brought in my Bernette b77 for servicing and firmware updating. I had brought it in on Saturday and then Monday night they let me know it was done! Great. When I had dropped it off on Saturday, I had specifically asked about the firmware updating and they said yeah our technician does that on all the machines that he works on, but we'll put a note in there. I go to pick it up today and I asked about the firmware update and the person at the counter went back to ask the technician if he was able to do a firmware update and she came back and told me that they don't know when Bernette's firmware needs updating because they don't tell them. OK fair enough. I had told her that I know the firmware was out of date and she says well you can just ask the technician that. I go back and ask the technician about the firmware update for my machine and he tells me, you should just be able to go to the website and download it and put it on the machine yourself. Well, one little problem with that is that my machine does not have a port for a hard drive. So he goes and looks on the website and basically quickly gives up and says well you just have to contact them. I go onto the website and they say to take it to your dealer/repair shop for them to update your firmware. I know I don't have the fanciest machine. I don't know if that plays into the kind of service I received, but I do know it's pretty disappointing to spend $120 on a service when something that I had specifically asked for and something on the Bernette website was available at my repair shop was not done and I was basically told to figure it out myself. I should also mention that in one of my sewing groups they specifically said they could do this update. I also don't know if they were just saying that to get me in the door because it's business for them but I feel pretty disappointed. Definitely won't be going back. Update: The owner reached out to me, explained the confusion on the technicians part. She was very nice and offered me a fairly generous coupon for my troubles and said when they receive in the part needed to upgrade the machine, I am welcome back. read more

I walked in the other day to buy a sewing machine. The store is very nicely laid out and organizing. Lots of well-displayed products I would have enjoyed browsing if I had been made to feel more comfortable. There were two employees working and did not greet me when I walked in. This wasn't a big deal at first, they were assisting another customer. However I was in the store for 15 minutes standing by the machines with no one offering any acknowledgement or assistance. I finally stood in line while they continued to assist their other customer or return to stocking product. Other customers came in during this time and got acknowledged. It just started to run me the wrong way and made me feel unwelcome. Bernina 's are expensive machines, and an investment. I didn't feel this store cared if I bought it from them, so I left and went to another store and got myself a machine. I will try them again, but if the experience is similar then I'll take the hint and understand I guess I'm not welcome here. read more

This shop offers the best customer service. They are knowledgeable and friendly and don't mind all the questions from a newbie like me!

Everyone is so nice and the beginner sewing class is fun and informational. They teach you everything as a beginner there is to know and you walk out with a handmade bag. read more

Excellent, helpful service by experienced staff. Well lighted store with expansive selection of cotton fabric lines by the latest designers. including Kaffe Fassett, Riley Blake, Moda and more. Full line of notions, books and patterns to suit every project and skill level. One of the few shops in the valley that still prints a 4-color booklet of available classes. Parking is available with designated spots for the shop. read more

I have has several excellent experiences at this store. The sales people are very knowledgeable and the selection of fabrics and high quality sewing machines is impressive. Most recently I was in need of some felt. I could only find thin low quality felt at other stores. The felt at Bernina Connection was of very nice quality and was at a price point that I was happy with. I highly recommend this store. read more

This fabric store and Bernina sewing machine store has quality fabric and top quality machines. It has many class options for a quilter or garment sewists. Also has in house machine experts to service all makes of machines. The staff is exceptionally knowledgeable and very friendly. It's a delight to shop there with lots to look at and many sales and promotions. read more

Went on a sewing store visit with the wife to this location. She loved the store, I loved the colors. Be sure to stop in for your sewing needs. read more

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I was impressed with the shop, and the organization of it. They have a large classroom for when they start having classes again. I totally loved the "Garment District" where they have knits and other garment fabrics and patterns. We were vacationing in Scottsdale and made the drive to Phoenix to visit this place. I'm glad we did. read more

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The staff was Helpful. Great selection of fabrics and notions. Found exactly what I was looking for. Even found the perfect pair of scissors that I have been promising myself for years. read more

Super helpful staff. Lots of great suggestions and tips. We signed up for a class and bought the materials. Had a lot of fun and the employees were so nice. Love this creative fun bright place. read more

I have learned a lot a made big strides since I have taken classes there. I find the Staff are really helpful and give expert advice on making projects and taking care of sewing machines. Also, they have a machine tech who does repairs and maintenance on my different Machines. Now I have fun sewing and I love the new fabrics! read more

I love the Bernina Connection owners and staff. They are knowledgeable and helpful and treat you like family. I have been staying home due to concerns about Covid but really needed to purchase a new container of oil for my Bernina sewing machine as I have been giving it quite a workout during the pandemic. I was very happy today...first, the door is kept locked and only a few customers are allowed in at a time. Masks are required. Then as you enter you are given hand sanitizer (optionally you can wash you hands in the rest room), and counters and surfaces are being wiped down and sanitized. It was lovely to see old friends and new inventory, and reassuring to know that I can shop safely. Kudos to Val and staff! read more

Absolutely the very best Period. .....Professional, helpful, patient, very knowledgeable and competent. Live in the west valley but received poor service in this area for my 770QE. Hated to drive that far but heard nothing but good things so tried them. Use them, you will not be disappointed. read more

I was never greeted or noticed after walking around shop for 20 minutes. A couple of areas were messy with boxes so I could not see the Bernina products they had in stock. Wasn't a welcoming place. read more

I'll admit I'm not opposed to alerting the public about a business that provides poor quality products or customer service. I have done so on a few occasions. But all to often many of us forget to mention a business that has outstanding products or customer service. It's easy to just be happy and grateful for a good experience and just go about our lives. The owner, managers/employees at the Bernina Connection go way beyond what is considered satisfactory service. They truly amaze me how willing they are to go that extra mile to assist their customers. Just before Christmas both my sewing machine and my BSR decided to go on the fritz! I dropped them off at the Bernina Connections to be serviced and lamented that I had only 15 minutes of free motion quilting left on my quilt collage and had wanted to give it as a gift for Christmas. I knew the repairs would not be done in time. The manager simply said "bring your project in and finish it here on one of our machines." WOW! How nice. I was able to give my gift after all. The BSR which has a cost of about $3k had to be sent in to the company. Again going above and beyond, they offered me a loaner BSR to use until my BSR was repaired and returned. No deposit, no requirements to sign anything. Just "here take this and use it until yours is returned." Again, WOW! When my BSR was repaired they called and told me it was ready and I drove the 50 minutes to pick it up. A bit of a mixup resulted in me not receiving the repaired BSR. So I headed home with the loaner again. They figured out the mixup and an employee called me that night and said she lived close to me and would deliver my BSR that night so I didn't have to drive all the way back to the shop. Again, (I know repetitive, right? ) WOW!!! Bernina is a quality product so it's easy to stand behind the brand. But customer service is unique to each store and it's affiliates. All I can say is Thank you Thank you Thank you to all the wonderful employees and managers who genually care about their customers. My machine is once again humming and my BSR is singing! And I'm one happy customer! read more

I heard very good things about this place from a few people. After my horrific experience at another sewing machine place. I was ready to give up, but decided to take it to one more place. When I took my machine there I was already impressed by their computer system and the way they label each part to make sure it belongs to the right owner. The other place I took my machine for 2 years, never had me in their system and never remembered the countless times I spent money in their store. I was really surprised that in 2 days a service tech had looked at my machine for a diagnosis, the other store didn't even get to looking at my machine until 2 and half weeks later to tell me something was even wrong with my machine. Unfortunately, my sewing machine is a Viking and it need some new parts that can only be sold and distributed by Viking dealers. But the service tech did tune up, adjust the tension, and let me know exactly what needed to be replaced in terms I can understand and not part numbers and techie vocabulary like the other store. The tech even got it to sew better, although I am still waiting for things to get replaced, at least they were able to give back my machine after 3 days in a working condition that I can still sew light weighted gowns and use my industrial Juki for the rest. Overall, their customer service is excellent and their staff knowledgeable and friendly. I may be switching my brand loyalty from Viking to Bernina very soon. That and when I worked at Hancock Fabrics when I was 16, my boss ranted and raved about her Bernina. read more

I was recently given a Bernina embroidery machine. While using it, an error message popped up. I called the store and they tried to help me over the phone. We couldn't figure it out over the phone so I took it into the store. When I walked in, they greeted me immediately. Their main tech guy came out and took a look. He helped me figure out the problem and wouldn't let me leave until he was sure it was working. I was there an hour and a half. When it was fixed, he said no charge! I couldn't believe it. The ladies working the floor and register were incredibly friendly! I had never been to this store but I will definitely be back! I am also bringing my more people with me! They will definitely be getting more of my business. *the above was from a few months ago but didn't post due to a user error. I have since been back and fell in love even more. This time I had my two daughters (ages 4 and 1) with me. I hate to say it by many quilt store employees can be rather grumpy and don't have patience for children. The employees here were so welcoming! We walked in and they lead us to a basket of toys just for kids. Every one of them came to talk to the girls or play with them for a minute. Not what I was expecting. I just love this place! read more

Knowledgable. Friendly. Well organized (amazing amount of merchandise in a relatively small space). Generously sized classroom where there always seems to be something going on. There is definitely a sense of "community" about this place from both the staff and the customers within. Most of my business with them has been with their repair shop, I have taken several vintage machines there of various brands and they have enthusiastically welcomed the challenge of servicing them, replacing missing parts and getting the old work horses running smoothly. I can't say enough about the quality of their repair services! Interesting novelty quilting fabrics for those who are looking for something special. read more

Excellent collection of modern fabrics, embroidery designs, machines, notions, patterns, etc! I only visit once or twice a year because I have a closer quilt shop to my home - This store is so far from me! But I do look forward to my visit! My only complaint would be that the store is a little packed - but not enough of an issue to knock down my rating... read more

okay so i'm totally biased, but i love this store. what really makes it so great? the ladies that work there. :) they are just so pleasant...and you know i've spent too much time there because they all know me by name. it's horrible! i use to frequent the store so often on tuesday evenings that they almost expected to see me!! my mom purchased my bernina machine from here back in 2005 as a wedding present and i've been going back for supplies and fabric ever since. it's a small store, but their selection of fabrics is really good. they always have new stuff in and they are all so helpful and friendly. i've taken a handful of classes too and i've had so much fun. the store just carries high quality items and the staff is very knowledgeable of the products. read more

It's their Anniversary again, and I just had a blast checking out all the sale fabric, looking at all the great bargains to be had! This only happens once a year so don't miss it. Today and tomorrow are the days of the sale. I just love coming here and how welcoming the staff is with a community like atmosphere. I stopped by to see how my grandniece was doing in her Kids Create Class. She has so much fun sewing with peers! Don't forget to stop by tomorrow. Happy shopping! read more

This was a great stop. I'm normally shopping for traditional quilt fabrics, of which they have a great selection of modern leaning fabrics including Art Gallery, Kaffe Fasset, Alexander Henry and others. However I was directed to them because they carry high quality knits in store which was fantastic because I can never seem to find them in store. They also had a good selection of double guaze and some other clothing fabrics. They are definitely a quilt store but they definitely have something for the sewer who does more than that as well. Well worth a stop. read more

I received a response from Diane at the Bernina Connection that convinced me that she understood my concerns and took action to correct them. I am pleased to update my review to reflect that I believe she took my review to heart. I will return to this store with a new outlook! read more

Love this place. Found it while out and about with my sister and we both ended up with yards and yards of beautiful fabric. Excellent selection, lots of bright and cheery quilting fabrics, plus unique patterns, trims, thread, and a nice inventory of Bernina sewing machines. Definitely the best fabric selection I've seen in town. You won't be disappointed. read more

This store is the best in customer service. Some stores promise good service up until you make a purchase. The staff in this store goes above and beyond long after a sale. They really do care about you learning and knowing how to use the machine. Truly wonderful and kind owners and people. read more

Best quilt shop in town. Staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. Classes are great with wonderful teachers. And they sell and service sewing machines! read more

Don't go on Friday. The place seems understaffed. It's primarily a quilter's place.

Don't bother coming to this store if you have a job and work and drive all the way down to the store and get there on time before they close. This store only caters to quilters who can come from 10-4. Even though their store hours posted say 10-6 and the parking lot signs say 10-8. Really it's actually 10-4. NOT HAPPY!!! read more

Just left this shop. Spent almost a half hour and not 1 person asked if we needed help. I don't have a problem taking my business elsewhere.

The shop is a fine example of a retail outlet for sewing machines. It is well illuminated and has informed sales persons. After discussing my sewing and quilting needs I decided upon a Bernina model. I was given a price and decided to shop around with other Bernina Dealers. I did just that and found that the exact new machine could be purchased new for $700 less. I spoke with the owner about the price differential and she responded in a tart and non accommodating manner. The Bernina Connection is in my neighborhood and it is where I would prefer to purchase however, with such a great price differential and with poor owner communication skills I chose to purchase elsewhere. read more

The store while small is quite lovely. The staff, specifically Ann who helped me was delightful. We intended to buy a Bernina 590E as a Christmas gift this year and perhaps an overlock machine as well along with at least 1 or 2k worth of accessories. Of course we did not want to pay full price so my husband spoke with one of the owner's Val (?) who quoted him $6700.00 plus tax - a price which was surprisingly several hundred dollars more than Ann quoted us. Upon hearing the higher quote, it seemed to me that Val didn't really want to make a sale so we decided to explore the market further. After doing our homework, we wound up buying the aforementioned brand new Bernina 590E elsewhere for $5999.00. read more

I went to this shop yesterday for the first time to drop off a vintage 1979 Husqvarna Viking 6000 series sewing machine I want restored, or as the sewing technician said, brought back from the dead. Larry, the technician's eyes lit up with glee when he caught glimpse of the aging beauty...the machine, not me. Apparently he learned his trade on this machine and I believe it because he knew everything about it. Though I told him I'm in no rush whatsoever to get it back (other than I'm excited to use it when it is reborn) I am writing this review prior to getting the machine back because my experience of going to this shop was magical. On par with a child walking into a high end candy shoppe. Once Larry was done giving me my Husqvarna history lesson (which I thoroughly enjoyed) Jessica, the sales clerk taught me all about the modern age of computerized sewing machines. I'll admit, though the technology doesn't scare me, the price tags on these modern marvels make my eyes pop out of my head. Jessica was a thoroughly knowledgeable and friendly modern day sewing machine goddess. She answered all my questions, walked me through the extensive course offerings that the shop offers and even made sure to tell me when their next big promotion and sale was happening. This shop has a wonderful business model that allows patrons to take classes using the shop machines so that you can try before you buy. What's more, they will apply the class fees you paid towards the purchase of a machine in their shop! Brilliant! The shop is beautifully laid out, clean and modern and comfortable. I'm excited to start taking classes there. Here's to the start of a long and beautiful relationship. read more

Nice store. Parking is bad, actually horrible when the Yoga place is open Pretty good selection, but quite pricey

The service we have gotten at the Bernina Connection has been remarkable. All the staff are extremely friendly and helpful. I came in to buy an inexpensive used machine and I was treated just as if I were in the market for a top-of-the-line one. I had a problem with the machine I bought and Larry, the in-store repairman, went out of his way to track down the the source of the trouble and repair it. He even called me personally to explain what he did. "We want your machine to work perfectly," he said. I would recommend this store to anyone. read more

I stopped in this store today to check out the latest Amy Butler fabrics. I left feeling inspired and excited about sewing. They offer classes for an affordable price. They had an awesome selection of fabric and the staff was quite helpful. I know I'll be back and hope to take their beginner's sewing class this summer when I have more free time. read more