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Blue Bamboo was begun in 2001 after Linda's husband told her to "get a job."  Eight years later we have expanded from the spare bedroom in Linda's house to a 2500 square foot store in Plymouth, MN.  It's been an incredible journey for everyone involved!

Linda Vikla is the owner who had the original vision for Blue Bamboo.  She had developed a love for Asian fabrics and designs from the years spent in Singapore.  This interest would later give rise to one of the main things Blue Bamboo is now known for: an extensive and gorgeous Asian fabric collection.  In 2008 she began working on her own pattern designs that are now available for purchase.  She currently lives in Maple Grove, MN with her husband Marv.

Liz Vikla is Linda's daughter, and only child.  After graduating from college with a BA in English Lit and Creative Writing, she helped start Blue Bamboo while working for various companies.  Finally Blue Bamboo got too big for Linda to handle on her own, and Liz became the company's first official employee.  Many of the kits on the site have been created by Liz; showcasing her natural talent for picking color and textures.  She currently lives in Plymouth, MN with her pet bunny, Ebony.