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Everything You Need to Sew Smarter, Faster & Better.

Machine Sales

We are a dealer in the Overberg region for Bernina and Bernette, selling new, demo and pre-loved domestic sewing, embroidery, quilting and overlocker machines.

Machine Service & Repair

We service & repair all popular brands domestic & industrial sewing, embroidery & overlocker machines in Overberg. This includes checking for broken parts, cleaning, inspection, lubrication & adjustments.

Haberdashery & Sewing Supplies

Stocked full with all the sewing, quilting and embroidery supplies you would need to enjoy your sewing project!

Quilting Fabric

We have 100% cotton for quilting and patchwork, canvas for handbags, and even some exquisite Jinny Beyers fabrics. Come feast your eyes!

Sewing Machine Lessons

Would you like a recap on how your machine works? Or perhaps you have inherited a sewing machine and would some guidance on how to use it.

Long Arm Quilting Facility

Would you like to longarm quilt your own beautiful project? Now you can do it yourself at Creative Notions! Expert advice available while you do the quilting.

Sewing Workshops

Break away from busy life! Bring your sewing machine, come and sit in a relaxing environment with soothing background, chirping chatter and a cup of coffee and discover a new skill.

What Our Sewists Say After Putting Us to the Test

Louis and his team really does walk the extra mile...thank you so much for excellent service , and for always willing to help and go out of your way to assist. Best Bernina shop by far.

A great haberdashery shop that also services sewing machines - with super-helpful and friendly staff. Had my machine repaired and serviced by FixNSew and am so happy with the service!

This is the friendliest shop i have been to. They do servicing of machines and have a great selection of haberdashery and great courses. Look out for their whale making workshop which is a must if you live in Hermanus.

Very friendly, always willing to help and go the extra mile.

Excellent Bernina Service Centre best selection sewing accessories and sewing thread

Very happy indeed with the friendly atmosphere and help given by the whole team at Creative Notions. Would recommend them to anyone.

Such friendly and knowledgeable people! I’ve been inspired to get stuck in to sewing and quilting again

I took my sewing machine and overlocker for repairs service and parts. Overlocker was sorted immediately. Sewing machine was repaired and serviced and ready for collection 4 working days after drop off. Staff very friendly and helpful. Thank you Bernina Overberg - excellent service.