385 Nevada St., Auburn CA 530 885-9624
Hours: Monday - Friday 10 - 5
Saturday 10 -2,
Sunday: Closed
CLOSED 3/29/25
CLOSED 5/31/25
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Welcome to Howell's Sew n Vac Sewing Store
Find the perfect fabric
At Howell's Sew n Vac Sewing Store, we offer a wide selection of high-quality fabrics in various colors and patterns. Whether you're looking for cotton, linen, or something else, we have a varietyl.
Upgrade your Quilting machine
SAVE THE DATES: MAY 21, 22 & 23
Are you Longarm Curious? Ever wondered what those impressive Handi Quilter longarm quilting machines can do, if one is right for you? Now is your chance to find out! Join our immersive 3-day workshop, led by Handi Quilter National Educators, and explore the captivating world of longarm quilting. You will leave with an understanding of longarm machines, free-motion quilting, computerized quilting, and ruler-guided quilting.
Sign up and pricing will posted soon.
Join our sewing classes
Want to learn how to sew? Join our sewing classes and learn from our experienced instructors. We offer classes for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced.
Find the perfect trimmings
Complete your sewing project with our range of trimmings. From buttons to zippers to lace, we have everything you need to add those finishing touches.
UPCOMING CLASSES
OPEN SEWING & HANDWORK
"Sew with Friends". Bring your project, ongoing or new. bring lunch, coffee or snack and hang out with other sewing enthusiasts, quilters, or crafters for all or part of the day. We will be available to answer questions or help problem solve or even teach you a few embroidery stitches. We provide the irons, high tables for cutting, plenty of space and great lighting. You bring all the supplies you need for your project (rotary cutter, mat, scissors, etc). See you there!
Open Sewing: Friday March 14, April 25
Time: 10 - 4
Fee: $10 sign up early to reserve a spot.
Come See These Machines
New quilt maker pro 18
$1000 off through November. Come by Howell's for more information.
BabyLock triumph 25% off
The Baby Lock Triumph serger conquers serging in a way you never thought possible thanks to RevolutionAir™ threading. Thread the loopers with just the touch of a button and then thread the needles automatically with the touch of another button! You'll have more time to focus on your creativity than worrying about setting up your machine. The Triumph also has all the features you've come to expect from Baby Lock Sergers that make all your creative dreams a reality.
The Baby Lock Triumph serger's top features include:
- Easy push button needle and looper threading
- 5" of machine space to the right of the needle
- 8/7/6 thread serging - 87 stitch combinations including the exclusive Wave Stitch
- 6 bright LED lights
- Variable speed control
- Knee lift
- Full featured differential feed
BabyLock celebrate 25% off
Finished another project? Time to celebrate! The easy-to-use Baby Lock Celebrate serger includes adjustable manual tensions, allowing for perfect stitches on any type of fabric. Jet-Air Threading™ threads your machine with the touch of a lever. Plus, Celebrate’s presser foot features a 6mm height that makes serging on thicker fabrics a breeze!
The Baby Lock Celebrate serger's top features include:
- Easy push lever looper threading
- Built-in needle threader
- Easy tension system
- 4/3/2 thread serging
- Full featured differential feed
- Bright LED lighting
- Adjustable presser foot height up to 6MM
Howell's Sewing & Vacuum - Your One-Stop Sewing Shop
Detail your services
Everything you need for sewing and embroidery (hand and machine). We service, repair and overhaul most makes and models of sewing machines including commercial/Industrial machines. Our knowledgeable vacuum repair tech will advise you to fix or replace your vacuum before repairs are done. Our large selection of buttons will delight sewing enthusiasts and knitters. Choose from an array of Quilter's Dream batting in cotton, poly, bamboo or wool batting (white, natural or black).
Show pricing all the time!
Don't suffer with FOMO when you go to a big show. Let Howell's match the deal and then benefit from local support for all those questions you are going to have.
Our Products
HANDI-QUILTER long arm machines
babylock sewing machines and sergers
janome sewing machines and sergers
We sell Handi-Quilter Long Arm machines and give classes and in-home set up and training with purchase. Machines are available to rent by the hour also.
janome sewing machines and sergers
babylock sewing machines and sergers
janome sewing machines and sergers
Every Janome and BabyLock sewing machine machine is designed to maximize your sewing experience. The better your tools, the more inventive, artistic and pleasurable your sewing experience.
babylock sewing machines and sergers
babylock sewing machines and sergers
babylock sewing machines and sergers
Whether you need a maintenance check or an emergency repair, we are available to handle all of your all of your needs.
Riccar upright and canister vacuums
Riccar upright and canister vacuums
Riccar upright and canister vacuums
RICCAR canister and upright vacuum cleaners differ in size and features. They all have one thing in common: long-lasting RICCAR quality!
MIELE UPRIGHT AND CANISTER VACUUMS
Riccar upright and canister vacuums
Riccar upright and canister vacuums
Miele and Riccar canister and upright vacuum cleaners differ in size and features. They all have one thing in common: long-lasting quality! Come by our shop for a demonstration.
Howell's offers trade-ins on select vacuums.
SUPPLIES AND NOTIONS
Riccar upright and canister vacuums
SUPPLIES AND NOTIONS
Vac Bags - Belts - Filters - Attachments
Carpet Shampoos
Fabric - Buttons - Quilting Supplies
Patterns - Needles
Great Gifts for the Quilter and Sewer