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by Andrea Lorenz

CEDAR PARK — History, technology and community piece together to form the foundation of a recently expanded sewing shop like one of the patchwork designs created within the store’s walls.

Members of one of the many clubs hosted by Ready to Sew Bernina discuss the rich history behind quilting, while students in one of the several classes taught at the store attempt to master software to create embroidery designs.

But more than anything, owner Ronna Hammel attributes the distinctiveness of her store to its community.

“I think we have a lot of fun people, not only the staff but the customers, too,” Hammel said. “We have the daily drop-ins. We sometimes feel like we’re the ‘Cheers’ of the sewing world.”.....

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