Sewing at Brooklands

20/07/2026

This is awesome 👌
Well done Mari Strydom and Husqvarna South Africa as well as the Husqvarna Youth Academy.

11/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Mari Strydom! 🎉

We are incredibly proud to congratulate our Husqvarna VIKING Quilt Ambassador, **Mari Strydom**, on receiving the prestigious **Pro Dedicate Award** – the highest honour presented to quilters who have made an outstanding and invaluable contribution to the quilting community.

This award recognises Mari's unwavering passion for quilting, her commitment to establishing quilt groups and guilds, the inspiring classes she has created, and her vision and dedication in founding and growing the Husqvarna VIKING Youth Quilt Academy.

Mari has devoted countless hours to introducing young people to the joy of quilting, ensuring that this wonderful craft continues to thrive for future generations. Her enthusiasm, generosity, and willingness to share her knowledge have inspired quilters of all ages.

Mari, thank you for everything you do for the quilting community. Your passion is contagious, your dedication is remarkable, and this recognition is so richly deserved.

Please join us in congratulating Mari on this incredible achievement! 👏🧵❤️

11/07/2026

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