Central Sewing News Issue No. 63
spring sewing Classes
2012
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Sweet Sixteen
by Handi Quilter®
Guest Instructors
Margaret Ferguson Bra Making Expert Estée Huget Designing Class Meredyth Rotlisberger Handi Quilter Classes Bonnie Sikorski Babylock Classes Joan Statz Appliquilt & Free-Motion
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Take a class at Central Sewing this Spring!
Bernina 830LE The most space The most speed The most precision
Zebra Volunteers
A group of dedicated volunteers get together to sew for the Zebra Child Protection Society at the west store. The Town and Country Quilters are making backpack bags as well as continuing with quilts and pyjamas. We are trying new techniques with the Flying Geese rulers and Half-square triangle rulers and are having fun while learning. Quilts happen!
You are invited to join us!
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Zebra Child Protection Centre is an organization dedicated to help children removed from abusive homes.
• Sew with us at Central Sewing’s West store 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month @ 1:00 • Call Debbie at 780.486.0047 for more information.
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What’s Inside
Babylock with Bonnie Sikorski ............ 8 Bags & Wallets ........................................... 10
WIN House Volunteers
Bear Making .......................................... 7 Bernina Celebrate Sewing ............. 3 Bra Making with Margaret Ferguson ... 5
Coupons .................................... 14, 15
Embellishing ................................... 14 Getting to Know Your Machines ..... 4
Hand Stitched Cards ............................. 14 Handi Quilter Meredyth Rotlisberger ...... 15 Hoop Sisters
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Joan Statz’ Classes
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Kids’ & Teens’ Sewing Classes ..... 6, 7
Learn to Sew
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Not Your Grandmother’s Apron ....... 7 Open House .................................... 3
Project of the Month
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Pure Couture with Trudy Jansen .......... 8
Quilting Classes
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Serger Classes
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Designing with Estée Huget ................ 5 Virtual Clubs ................................... 11 Wardrobe Essentials ...................... 5 2
April 14 9-4:30
• Held by the Volunteer Sewers during Open House on April 14th from 9 - 4:30. There will be something for everyone, so come and check out the deals!
•D onations for the garage sale (sewing, crafting & small kitchen items) are greatly appreciated. Drop off any donations by April 7th at the south store. • Volunteer long armers are needed to quilt our tops. Over 30 tops need quilting! • Contact Audrey or Linda @ 780.469.1147 for more information. Volunteering our time and skills to WIN House is very rewarding. The sewers would like to sincerely thank our supporters and donators: Randy and his staff, Earthly Goods, Marshall Fabrics, Hamels Fabric, The Fabric Addict and to all those mystery donators. Without all of you, we would not be able to help the families @ WIN House. Together we make a “WINing” team!!! Thank you to everyone! Christine CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147 West 780.486.0047
open house Saturday april 14th 9:00 - 5:00 free demos door prizes in-store specials baked goodies
Free Seminars South
Free Seminars West
9:00 What’s New in Notions
Cathy McClean
Sewing, serging, embroidery or quilting can be made easier with the correct notion. Discover the right tools for every job. 10:30 Sneak Peak into New Classes Lezley Zwaal
Learn how easy it is to use texture magic to add dimension to your projects. Add to the familiar appliqué techniques—learn about thread play and other embellishments. And how to create a stuffed teddy.
Trudy Jansen 12:00 Project Runway Join Trudy at her new fashion show to see some easy and professional ways to update your wardrobe for spring/summer 2012. Rod Stark 1:30 Machine Maintenance Join Rod as he demonstrates some of the things you can do at home to keep your machine running smoothly. Sharon Flemming 2:45 Artful Quilting See how you can use the Fons and Porter Hexagon ruler to make different blocks for your quilts including the French Braid. Sharon will also demonstrate how to use the Fons and Porter diamond and pyramid rulers.
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9:00 Pattern Design Aradhana Shah Come and learn how to make new styles out of your existing bodice and pant patterns. 10:30 Quilting as an Art Ginette Guevremont Come and see what happens when you put glue and bits of fabrics together. Your imagination is your guide when you create these art quilts. 12:00 What’s New in Notions Cathy McClean Sewing, serging, embroidery or quilting can be made easier with the correct notion. Discover the right tools for every job. 1:30 Sneak Peak into New Classes Learn how easy it is to use texture magic to add dimension to your projects. Add to the familiar appliqué techniques—learn about thread play and other embellishments. And how to create a stuffed teddy. 2:45 Quilting Hints with Georgie Georgie Henderson Get some valuable hints about different ways to finish your quilt. Georgie is always fun and full of information, and, as usual, she has some interesting rulers and quilt gadgets to show off.
Celebrate Sewing with Dianne Bungay
Sewing Celebration
Celebrate sewing as it opens up a world of creative possibilities and custom opportunities. Whether you enjoy sewing clothes, quilts, gifts or for your home, see how the latest accessories, techniques, gizmos and gadgets will turn your sewing vision into a beautiful reality. Don’t miss this lecture/demo that explores all things sewing like never before! South 3287 Mon Apr 16 West 3289 Tue Apr 17 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
6:00 - 9:00 1:00 - 4:00 Cost $20.+GST
Lezley Zwaal
Celebrate 8
This hands-on class for Bernina 830 owners, will focus on the sewing and embroidery features of the 830. You will complete a jewelry bag that begins in the Jumbo Hoop. This is the perfect opportunity to experience the features of this fabulous machine under the guidance of Bernina’s national educator.
Bernina 3 Series 330 350 380 leading design & technology • 1 step buttonhole • LCD display • LED lighting
South 3290 Wed Apr 18 9:00 - 2:00 Length 5 hrs (1 session) Cost $60.+GST
Lunch included
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getting to know Your... sewing machinE & serger Become friends with your sewing machine! This course covers everything from general maintenance to the use of a variety of stitches and machine adjustments. Please bring your sewing machine, instruction book & accessories.
Length 5 hrs (2 sessions) Cost FREE with machine purchase $50.+GST if not purchased at Central Sewing
imagine serger
Class 1—Bring your own serger & learn serging basics. Topics will include how to thread, operate & adjust your serger, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting. Class 2—Expand your knowledge to include the application of rolled hems, flatlocking and much more! Length 5 hrs (2 sessions) Cost FREE with machine purchase $50.+GST if not purchased at Central
Thursdays Apr 12 & Apr 19 Apr 12 & Apr 19 May 17 & May 24 May 17 & May 24
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
South 3198 3199 3202 3203
Thursdays Apr 26 & May 03 Apr 26 & May 03 May 31 & Jun 07 May 31 & Jun 07
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
West Tuesdays 3242 Apr 10 & Apr 17 3243 Apr 10 & Apr 17 3246 May 15 & May 22 3247 May 15 & May 22
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
West Tuesdays 3244 Apr 24 & May 01 3245 Apr 24 & May 01 3248 May 29 & Jun 05 3249 May 29 & Jun 05
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
South 3196 3197 3200 3201
Baby Lock Serger Foot Class Linda Ferguson
Have you neglected the wonderful feet for your Imagine? Join Linda for 3 hours of hands-on learning. You will be amazed at the great results of your Imagine’s feet. Prerequisite: Getting to Know Your Serger or equivalent.
South 3256 Sat May 05 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST
getting to know Your sewing machine These classes are designed to take you through your machine from start to end. Which classes are for your machine? Call Central Sewing at 780.469.1147 or 780.486.0047 and we’ll help you choose the perfect classes. Length 3 hrs (1 session)/class
Cost FREE with machine purchase / $75.+GST if not purchased at Central Sewing
BABY LOCK
HUSQVARNA
Baby Lock 2 Decorative Stitches South 3205 Wed May 09 1:00 - 4:00 West 3254 Wed May 09 6:00 - 9:00
Husqvarna 2 Decorative Stitches South 3208 Wed May 09 6:00 - 9:00 West 3251 Wed May 09 1:00 - 4:00
Baby Lock 3 Embroidery Functions South 3206 Wed May 16 1:00 - 4:00 West 3255 Wed May 16 6:00 - 9:00
Husqvarna 3 Embroidery Functions South 3209 Wed May 16 6:00 - 9:00 West 3252 Wed May 16 1:00 - 4:00
Baby Lock 1 Utility Sewing South 3204 Wed May 02 1:00 - 4:00 West 3253 Wed May 02 6:00 - 9:00
Husqvarna 1 Utility Sewing South 3207 Wed May 02 6:00 - 9:00 West 3250 Wed May 02 1:00 - 4:00
140th anniversary model
Tribute
Bernina
Bernina 1 South 3210 Wed May 23
Utility Sewing 6:00 - 9:00
Bernina 2 Decorative Stitches South 3211 Wed May 30 6:00 - 9:00 Bernina 3 Embroidery Functions South 3215 Wed Jun 06 6:00 - 9:00
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Bra Making
Wardrobe Essentials Beginner Pattern Drafting Aradhana Shah
Learn how to develop basic block patterns and measuring techniques to record dress form measurement. This course will include the development of basic bodice, dart manipulation, sleeve, facing and collars. Samples will be sewn at home and fitted in class. Once you have created these block patterns you are ready to create your own design.
West 3277 Tue Apr 24 - Jun 05 5:30 - 8:30 Length 21 hrs (7 sessions) Cost $136.+GST
Pattern Alteration
Aradhana Shah
Does your skirt or pant fit too loose or tight across your abdomen or back or your bodice shell is not of a proper fit? Come and learn how to alter your patterns so you can make a well fitted garment. In this course you will learn how to alter a pant, skirt, dress, waistline, bodice, sleeves, shoulder, bust darts, neckline and armhole.
West 3276 Fri Apr 27 - Jun 01 5:30 - 8:30 Length 15 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $105.+GST
Pant Drafting
Aradhana Shah
Everyone should have a well-fitted pair of pants in their closet. You will learn to draft a basic pant block and make your very own designer pants.
West 3278 Thu Apr 26 - May 31 5:30 - 8:30 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $126.+GST
Zippers Made Easy
Supply lists & class policies are available at:
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from Bras—Bold and Beautiful
Margaret, professional bra maker and certified instructor, is a graduate of the Professional Bramakers Course developed by Beverly Johnson of Hamilton, Ontario.
2 Day Workshops
For intermediate & advanced sewers
Basic Bra
Sew a basic white bra made to fit you. Margaret will draft each person’s pattern according to their own measurements. A kit with all the fabrics and supplies will be given to each student. There will be additional supplies available in class. This class cannot accommodate special needs bras or bras to fit anyone other than the class participant.
South 3120 Sat & Sun Apr 21 & 22 South 3122 Sat & Sun Jun 09 & 10 Length 15 hrs (2 sessions)
9:00 - 5:00 9:00 - 5:00 Cost $275.+GST
Kit valued at $50. included
Beyond the Basic Bra
In this class we will use your basic bra pattern and learn the different techniques you can do to dress up the look. You will learn embellishing techniques, use of laces, sheers, overlays, appliqués, etc. This is a very full two day class. You will be making samples of the different applications plus a bra using one or two of the techniques.
The bra kit and pieces of fabric are supplied but if you have fabrics or things you want to try, bring them along. Pre-requisite: Must have taken the Basic Bra Class. South 3121 Sat & Sun Apr 28 & 29 9:00 - 5:00 Length 15 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $275. +GST Kit with fabric & bra findings valued at $50. included
Pat Doerksen
This step by step sample class will show you the easiest and fastest methods. Gain confidence in inserting lapped, fly and invisible zippers. West 3235 Fri Jun 01 5:30 - 9:30 Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32.+GST
with Margaret Ferguson
Designing Pre-Requisite
with Estée Huget
This course is the pattern drafting pre-requisite or what Estée calls the meat and potatoes of learning to design clothing. Learn to measure, draft and fit your personal basic bodice, dart movements, design lines and other components needed to develop your wardrobe basics.
This is the pre-requisite course to future classes with Estée. No drafting experience necessary. South 3156 Thu May 03 - 31 6:00 - 9:00 Length 15 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $125.+GST
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Learn To Sew
Kids` & Teens` Sewing
Learn To Sew 1
This program has been designed for students with little or no sewing experience. Learn how to read a pattern, handle fabrics, and operate a sewing machine. Sew a simple garment for yourself or for a child.
South 3212 Donna Winter Mon Apr 23 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Mon Apr 30 - Jun 25 6:00 - 8:30 No class Victoria Day weekend May 21
South 3213 Donna Winter Mon Jul 16 (Orientation)10:00 - 12:00 Tue-Fri Jul 17 - Jul 20 9:30 - 3:00 West 3232 Pat Doerksen Thu Apr 19 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Apr 26 - Jun 14 6:00 - 8:30 Length 22 hrs (5 or 9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST
Learn To Sew 1 & 2
Beginner sewers will learn the basics of the sewing machine, different fabrics, laying out a pattern, and sewing simple garments. Sewers with some experience will increase their skills by learning about zippers, buttonholes, buttons and pockets.
Kids’ Sewing
These weekly 1½ hour classes are instructed in small groups. For children aged 7 & up. (Apr & May)
South Tuesdays Barb Emerson 3017 4:00 - 5:30 3018 5:45 - 7:15 South Wednesdays Barb Emerson 3019 1:00 - 2:30 3020 2:45 - 4:15 South Saturdays Donna Winter 3013 9:30 - 11:00 3014 11:15 - 12:45 3015 1:00 - 2:30 3016 2:45 - 4:15 West Saturdays Diana Lieskovsky 3023 9:30 - 11:00 3024 11:00 - 1 2:30 3025 1:00 - 2:30 Length 1½ hr/class Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)
South 3262 Eleanor McDonough Thu May 17 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Sat May 26 - Jun 16 9:30 - 3:00 No class Victoria Day weekend May 19
West 3233 Pat Doerksen Wed Apr 25 (Orientation) 9:30 - 11:30 & May 02 - Jun 20 9:30 - 12:00 Length 22 hrs (5 or 9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST
Learn To Sew 2 & 3
Add to or update your sewing skills. Learn to work with woven or knit fabrics; practice sewing skills (zippers, buttonholes, collars, set-in sleeves, linings...) Focus can be on your own individual project(s).
Our weekly 2 hour classes are for children with previous sewing experience. (Apr & May)
West West Length
Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3026 4:00 - 6:00 Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3027 4:00 - 6:00 2 hrs/class Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)
Teens’ Sewing
In these weekly 2 hour classes, the students will sew garments suited to their sewing ability. This class is for teens 13 & up. (Apr & May) South West West Length
Thursdays Barb Emerson 3021 4:00 - 6:00 3022 6:30 - 8:30 Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3028 6:00 - 8:00 Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3029 6:00 - 8:00 2 hrs/class Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)
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South 3214 Barb Emerson Wed Apr 11 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Apr 25 - Jun 13 6:00 - 8:30 Pat Doerksen West 3234 Mon Apr 23 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Apr 30 - Jun 25 6:00 - 8:30 Length 22 hrs (9 sessions)
Advanced Kids’ Sewing
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No class May 21
Cost $143.+GST baby Lock e l i z a b e t h
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Kids and Teens Summer Sewing camp Raggy Quilt
Monthly Project Classes
Barb Emerson
Let us make a Raggy Quilt using some of the decorative or straight stitches on the sewing machine. This quilt will be approximately 42” x 42” and can be used as a beach blanket, or lap quilt. We will supply the kit. You bring your imagination and we will have fun creating this Raggy Quilt. Some sewing experience preferred. Bring a bag lunch as well.
South 3263 Mon - Thu Aug 13 - 16 Length 20 hrs (4 sessions)
10:00 - 3:00 Cost $176.+GST
Includes kit valued at $50
An adult + kid class Flower Power
Spring Fling Flower Hanging
Debbie Levesque
Appliqué a floral wallhanging for spring using pre-felted wools/fabric or craft felt. Experiment with Kanzashi or Pompom flowers, free-motion satin stitches, couched fabrics or rickrack. West 3192 Mon Apr 16 Length 3 hrs (per session)
Cathy McClean
Kids, find an adult (20+), or adults, find a kid (6 - 12yrs). Join us as we create a garden of flowers. You will construct 3D flowers and yo yos using innovative templates to accessorize your room or garments. Kit includes templates, fabrics, needle and thread. All you need to bring is a pair of scissors.
South 3292 Tue Jul 17 South 3293 Tue Jul 17 West 3294 Wed Jul 18 West 3295 Wed Jul 18 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $30.+GST Kit valued at $6. included
A new machine skill will be taught at each Monthly Project class. Take home a completed project and don’t miss out on the fun! Projects are geared to all skill levels.
9:00 - 12:00 1:00 - 4:00 9:00 - 12:00 1:00 - 4:00
Great for beginner sewers!
Not Your Grandmother’s Ginette Guevremont Apron
So, now what are you going to do with your wonderful new sewing machine? Ginette will take away your fear as she teaches you sewing basics—inserting a zipper, making patch and bound pockets, making and inserting piping, and using your machine’s built-in decorative stitches. At the end of this class, you will have a creative and useful apron you will wear proudly. All sewing machine models welcome. South 3274 Tue May 01 (Orientation) 1:00 - 2:00 & Tue May 08 & 15 9:30 - 4:00 West 3275 Sat Jun 02 (Orientation) 1:30 - 2:30 & Sat Jun 09 & 16 9:30 - 4:00 Length 13 hrs (3 session) Cost $91. +GST
Mothers’ Day Apron
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $24.+GST
Debbie Levesque
A reversible apron, with optional bib, will be made this class. West 3193 Mon May 07 Length 3 hrs (per session)
Fathers’ Day Tool Belt
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $24.+GST
Debbie Levesque
Learn more about your sewing machine’s stitches and feet while creating a tool for your favourite carpenter or gardener. West 3194 Mon Jun 11 Length 3 hrs (per session)
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $24.+GST
Bear Making Cuddle Bears
Lezley Zwaal
No one can resist hugging a bear. Learn the basics of bear making as we create a 14” bear with rotating joints, stitched nose, safety eyes. Made with a long synthetic fur.
South 3258 Wed & Thu Jul 11 & 12 10:00 - 4:30 West 3257 Sat & Sun May 05 & 06 10:00 - 4:30 Length 12 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $144.+GST Includes kit valued at $60
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Pure Couture Pattern Designing I
For those who would like to start drafting their own made-to-measure patterns. Starting with a basic skirt and top. Then draft a variety of styles in skirts (with flare, buttoned front, pleats, yokes, different waist applications...) and tops (blouses, vests, casual jackets) with various details (darts, contour or princess lines, yokes, collars, pockets...) No drafting experience necessary!
Zippers!
This 3-hour class is an eye opener. Imagine being able to sew a zipper in one minute with one pin (perhaps 5 min the first time). We’ll sew lapped, invisible and front-fly zippers and a non-wobbly zipper in fleece or leather. South 3284 Wed Apr 18 6:00 - 9:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $30.+ GST
Designer Jeans
Change your well fitted pant pattern into super fitted jeans. Come to class with a trial pair of pants (or your self drafted pant pattern). We’ll fit them first, then alter the pattern into the jeans of your choice, then you sew them!
South 3281 Mon Apr 16 - Jun 25 6:00 - 9:00 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $156.+ GST
Advanced Pattern Designing
For those who have taken Pattern Drafting 1, Pattern Designing 1 or equivalent this is a 4 week course to expand your drafting skills with more detailed designs such as: trench coat (tailored raglan sleeve), retro designs, copy the haute couture styles of the great designers!
South 3285 Wed Apr 25 - May 09 6:00 - 9:00 Length 9 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $104.+ GST
help
with Trudy Jansen!
South 3283 Wed May 16, 23 & Jun 06 6:00 - 9:00 Length 9 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $78.+ GST
Leather Bag
Join the fun! Design and sew your own leather purse. Trudy has many different patterns available, from simple to more advanced. Combine denim or tapestry with leather or add embroidery. Make it your own; be creative and daring!
South 3280 Mon May 28 & Jun 11 9:00 - 4:00 Length 12 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $100.+ GST
hot line
with Trudy Jansen!
Help Hot Line & Designing
Help Hot Line
South 3282 Mon Apr 23, May 07, Thu May 24, Mon Jun 04, 18 & Thu Jun 28 6:00 - 9:00 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $156.+ GST
South 3279 Mon Apr 16, 30, May 14, Jun 04, Jun 18 & 25 9:00 - 4:00 Length 36 hrs (6 days) Cost $312.+ GST
In this class, you will have the best of both worlds. Help with pattern fitting and construction and if you like to design your own style you can do that too! Either draft your own pattern, or alter an existing pattern, You choose the project and Trudy will help you every step of the way, so you will end up with a well fitted, well constructed garment in your own personal style.
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Join Trudy in this very popular, fun-filled course, where everybody sews anything they want or need. Trudy will help you fit and construct your projects. There are always lots of hints, tricks & details passed around.
Serger Classes
with Bonnie Sikorski,
Baby Lock Educator Serger sergers All welcome Heirloom ! Camisole This pretty camisole, with French lace and embroidered insertion, is a breeze on the serger. The techniques you will learn are useful for many other projects too. Pre-requisite: Getting to Know Your Serger or equivalent.
West 3161 Fri Apr 13 1:00 - 4:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $67.+GST Kit includes French lace, silk ribbon, embroidered insertion, batiste. Sizes XS to 2XL. Valued at $42.
Easiest Serger Skirt
A l s e r g el r s welcome !
Serge a simple, wearable skirt in a lightweight knit fabric. You bring the fabric, we’ll supply the measuring tape...and show you how it’s done!
Pre-requisite: Getting to Know Your Serger or equivalent.
South 3160 Sat Apr 14
10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $25.+GST
For the comfort of those individuals with allergies or asthma, please refrain from wearing perfume in class. Thanks!
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Top serger features
☐ e asy to thread ☐ e asily adjusted tensions ☐ d ifferential feed ☐ s peed
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Baby Lock
Cover Stitch Technology Features • Instant Jet-Air Threading™ • Color Coded Tension System • Differential Feed • 1,300 St per Minute
Gr ea t fe atu res + co ve r sti tch !
Serge Ahead Innovative Scarf/Shawl
Pat Doerksen
This multi-way accessory can be worn over 10 ways, from everyday casual, to business or a formal evening. Compact and portable, this accessory flatters all body types. Perfect the serger’s rolled hem on sheer fabrics.
Great for beginner to advanced. West 3240 Fri May 04 1:00 - 5:00 Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32.+GST
Serger Foot Class
Linda Ferguson Have you neglected the wonderful feet for your Babylock sergers. Join Linda for 3 hours of hands-on learning. You will be amazed at the great results these feet will give your projects.
Stitch Types: • Cover Stitch Width 3mm or 6mm • Triple Cover Stitch • Chain Stitch
Baby Lock Imagine
stress-free serging -free s s e r t s g! sergin ck o Baby L ne. Imagi
Prerequisite - Getting to Know your Serger class & know basic threading of your serger. South 3256 Sat May 05 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24.+GST
Make the most of your sewing time— Get organized!
Crazy Patchwork Quilt Block
SPEE D LIMIT WHAT EVER Pat Doerksen
Create crazy patchwork in a fraction of the time with flatlocking. Use a variety of decorative threads for an extra special touch! The 12ʺ block created in class can be made into a pillow cover, table topper or with additional blocks a runner or quilt.
This class is great for beginners or as a refresher. South 3241 Thu May 17 10:00 - 2:00 Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32.+GST
4 Fast Serger Necklines
Pat Doerksen
Sergers give a professional touch to knit necklines—ribbing neckbands (crew & mock styles), V-neck, self fabric and faced necklines. Make valuable step-by-step samples in this class.
West 3238 Tue May 22 1:00 - 5:00 Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST
Speedy Serger Shirt 2
Pat Doerksen
Sew this speedy serger shirt with Pat using a new pattern—a shirt for ladies, men or kids. Practice the fastest serger techniques for constructing a garment, and review serger threading, quick facings, collars, sleeves, hems and more. See the supply list for pattern and fabric choices.
BONUS - Insert piping with the piping foot. West 3239 Tue Jun 12 9:30 - 5:00 Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $56.+GST
serger cabinets Central Sewing carries a variety of serger & sewing machine cabinets.
m ove easily ☐ between machines k eep your sewing ☐ organized h ydraulic lift included ☐
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Bags and Wallets
Opal
Embroidered 3 Zipper Purse Shirley Keller
Going on Vacation? This is the perfect little purse to hold only the most important items while shopping, sightseeing, etc
South 3216 Thu Apr 19 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $44.+GST
Kit valued at $20 included
Embroidered Tote Bag
Shirley Keller
Create totes in any size without a pattern! Totes are ideal for shopping, groceries, the beach, shoes, books, gifts... Featuring an outside pocket already embroidered for you and a large zippered inside pocket, this bag will keep you organized. For new or experienced sewers.
South 3217 Wed Apr 25 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $44.+GST
☐ Large surface area ☐ Saves energy & dry cleaning costs ☐ Irons professionally—no shiny finish ☐ Sleeve board that flips up ☐ Easy to set up, carry and store
-elna
Husqvarna’s brilliant sewing & embroidery machine!
♦ Large full colour screen
Kit valued at $20 included
♦ Automatic pivot; great for appliqué ♦ 3 embroidery hoop sizes included ♦ Automatic jump stitch trim
Ginette Guevremont
A confidence builder for the novice sewer or anyone who loves to make accessories. This is a quick carry-all using simple and quick techniques borrowed from the quilter’s bag of tricks. Decorate your bag as fancy as you wish. Some supplies will be available from the instructor (batting, vinyl lining, ribbon for handles, etc).
South 3270 Sat Apr 28 West 3269 Sat May 12 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
10:00 - 1:00 10:00 - 1:00 Cost $24.+GST
Lezley Zwaal
Use matching or contrasting fabrics, adding some TEXTURE MAGIC for extra bling and create this perfect wallet. It has lots of room for all your cards, cell phone/ lpod. Add a shoulder strap for a summer purse. A wonderful gift idea. South 3260
Sat
Jul 21 9:30 - 4:00 West 3261 Sat Jul 14 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $58.+GST Kit valued at $10. included
swiss design
Designer Diamond
The 2 Fat Quarter Bag
Quilted Wallet
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♦ Updates via the Internet ♦ 5D Organizer software included
Most beautiful decorative stitches! VIKING
Husqvarna
accuquilt dies Cut up to 10 layers of fabric at once with an accuquilt cutter!
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Central Sewing’s Webinars with Bev Shumilak
fun & informative
Join us at each monthly webinar. See first hand how to create each project and take home with a CD of project notes & files.
Virtual Machine Embroidery Club —for all embroidery machines Virtual Bernina Club —for Bernina machine owners Virtual Bernina Software Club —for Version 6 software owners
All about ME (machine embroidery)
Holding It Together: From Head Quilting by Machine to Toe Sat Apr 28
1:00 - 2:30
Quilting has never been easier! Learn how to quilt the layers of a quilt together in a fun and easy way. Review the basics of quilting in the hoop and using different threads and needles for use when quilting by machine.
Sat May 26
1:00 - 2:30
Embroider head to toe! With a focus on embroidery placement, we will discuss techniques for embroidering caps and slippers. Learn about products that work well for stabilizing caps to prevent shifting during embroidery.
Under Wraps
Sat Jun 23
1:00 - 2:30
Showcase your sewing hobby by creating a cover for a notebook that will be admired by all. We will make a cover for an e-reader that features unique flap closures and personalized embroidery techniques.
Virtual Bernina Club Simple Home — The Kitchen
Accordion Mementos
A pound of fabric, 2 cups thread and a pinch of imagination… Refresh your home with these vintageinspired accessories using modern-day techniques.
Express some of your favourite memories with needle & thread. Combine panels to create an accordion-style display with a unique closure.
Wed Apr 11
1:00 - 2:30
Wed May 09
1:00 - 2:30
South 3158 Saturdays Cost $99. +GST
Too Stylish to Sleep Wed Jun 13
1:00 - 2:30
Update your bedroom with a bed runner and superstyled pillows. Accent your existent bedding and change seasonally when desired.
Fri Jun 08
1:00 - 2:30
Pot holders are functional, but they can also be fun & decorative. We’ll discuss embroidering on handmade chenille and adding embroidery to a stitched quilt block.
Could it be Vera? Wed Aug 08
1:00 - 2:30
Hand-pick your fabrics & incorporate favourite quilting techniques to create a quilted bag ensemble resembling popular boutique styles.
South 3171 Fridays Cost $99. +GST
Lettering Workshop Appliqué Workshop Hand-Look Fri Apr 20 10:00 - 1:00 Fri May 11 10:00 - 1:00 Embroidery Build your lettering skills and Create embellished explore new techniques. appliqué designs with Doodle Stitch matching hemstitched trims & borders. Learn a variety of appliqué methods, and apply a coordinating quick border with Spanish hemstitching.
Sat Aug 25
South 3157 Wednesdays Cost $99. +GST
Bernina Software Sampler True Type fonts can be used to customize your projects. Bernina Version 6 lettering techniques include a variety of fill effects, outlining, echo and appliqué.
If you can’t stand the heat Make a Pot Holder
10:00 - 1:00
Create your own stitches to use in Embroidery Software and replicate the look of hand-stitched embroidery. Select from various projects.
Embroider a Button! Fri Aug 10
10:00 - 1:00
Design and produce your own custom-covered buttons to use in projects, on garments, or as jewelry. Digitize, embroider and cut with the Cutwork Tool.
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Quilting Great Start Quilting
Lois Miller
Calling all beginners to a Great Start in Quilting! Create a sampler and acquire skills in rotary cutting, seams, strip piecing and bias squares of various sizes. Homework will be required to complete the top so that it is ready for quilting. Take your project to the finish line in the Great Finish Class.
South 3223 Thu Jul 12 1:00 - 2:00 & Tue & Thu Jul 17 & 19, 24 & 26 1:00 - 4:00 Length 13 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $91. +GST
The Great Finish
Lois Miller
Now that your sampler is complete, it's time to finish it. In this class we will layer your quilt and start quilting.
South 3224 Tue & Thu Aug 14 & 16 1:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
Electric Quilt Basics Lois Miller
Did you get the new EQ7 software and don’t know where to start? This basics class will get you on your way. Learn about: • basic quilt designs • block designs • personalizing quilts with fabric and photo scans You will need EQ7 loaded on to your laptop for hands on practice in class.
South 3222 Monday Jun 04 & 11 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48.+GST 12
Friendship Stars & Scraps Quilt Club
Georgie Henderson
This series of classes is a great stash buster for experienced quilters as well as a great class for beginners. Learn how to cut and sew strips accurately and appliqué techniques. As in the book by Edyta Sitar, this class could be based on an optional strip exchange. In the first class, we`ll discuss details and supplies.
West 3148 Sat Apr 14 10:00 - 1:00 West 3272 Sat May 12 10:00 - 1:00 West 3273 Sat Jun 09 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24./ session +GST
Stained Glass — Bias Tape Method
Trapunto Leaf Table Topper
Come practice the art of false trapunto. Using 3 leaf designs, we will be completing three blocks with which we will then make a table runner (finished size approx. 16”x40”). We will put the blocks together using a quilt-as-you-go technique. Both techniques can easily be used to make a large quilt, in the future.
West 3230 Sat May 05 & 12 10:00 - 1:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
Spring Flowers
Lois Miller
With the invention of premade bias tape and bias tape makers, stained glass quilting is so much easier! Choose any pattern that recommends the bias tape method or the reverse appliqué method. The runner pictured here would be a colourful addition to your wall, bed or table.
South 3219 Mon Apr 23 & 30 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
Raggy Quilt Lois Miller
Here’s a perfect chance to recycle old jeans hanging around the house or shop for new fabric! Embroider the centres of each block if you’re so inclined; add a batting (or not); let the batting show (or not). Whatever your choices, the piece will be unique. Make it as big as a bed or as small as a dog blanket. Gathering your favourite things and create an environmentally-friendly quilt! South 3218 Wed Apr 25 & May 02 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
Debbie Levesque
Marj O’Hara
Are you tired of the snow and winter white? Let’s make spring arrive early. This quilt will brighten even the darkest of winter days. We will be doing raw edge applique in layers to make our spring flowers. We will also be making our own fabric, something new to try.
South 3225 Mon May 07 & 14 9:30 - 4:00 Length 12 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $84. +GST
T-Shirt Quilt
Marj O’Hara
This is a fun project for any skill level. You will be using that collection of T-shirts that are taking up space. Let’s turn them into a warm quilt full of memories.
South 3226 Wed Jul 25 10:00 - 2:00 Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST
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Quilting Fat Quarter Placemats
Glue Your Way to an Art Quilt
Sharon Flemming
Looking for a quick and easy placemat to make? This pattern uses 4 fat quarters to make 4 coordinated placemat tops (extra matching fabric is required for the backs and binding). A fun course for both beginner and experienced quilters!
South 3227 Thu May 10 Length 3½ hrs (1 session)
12:00 - 3:30 Cost $38. +GST
Ginette Guevremont
Making a small, artistic quilt can be as easy as gluing your way into a highly creative and expressive fabric piece. Learn this easy technique to bust your fabric stash of leftovers. Let your creativity loose, and build your art quilt (approximately 20” x 25”). Sandwich and back as usual. Finish off with free motion or other embellishments. Some basic supplies provided.
West 3268 Sat May 26 & Jun 02 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions)
10:00 - 1:00 Cost $58. +GST
Kit valued at $10. included
Kit valued at $10. includes pattern
Bordered Placemats
Lois Miller
Create elegant placemats for your dining table. The central design provides opportunity to add pizzazz with embroidery or a featured print. Washable brocade or tapestry make them truly spectacular. The choice is yours!
Stippling the Easy Way
Jan Fowler
Join Jan for some proactive machine quilting and learn how to prevent body fatigue. Jan machine quilts for herself and others using an innovative & creative approach. Be amazed at how easy quilting can be with the proper techniques.
South 3291 Thu Jun 07 Length 4 hrs (1 session)
5:00 - 9:00 Cost $32. +GST
South 3221 Sat Jun 02 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $30. +GST Kit valued at $6. includes board and pattern
Ozark Star Table Topper Sharon Flemming
Do you want to make a beautiful table topper that looks intricate but is easier to put together than it looks? This course is for intermediate to advanced quilters. Experience using a rotary cutter and rulers is required.
South 3228 Tue May 22 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST
Crazy Patch Christmas Stockings
Lois Miller
Sew a stocking to hold your stocking stuffers! Choose a fun Christmas print and companion fabrics for this great gift! Personalize the sock with your built-in embroidery stitches or stitch a name using free-motion embroidery. South 3220 Sat May 05 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24.+GST
Hoop sisters Club EmbroidaBlock of the Month
Bev Shumilak and Linda Ferguson
Attention: All owners of embroidery machines with a minimum hoop size of 5ʺ x 5ʺ.
Learn techniques for combining embroidery with piecing and quilting while sewing blocks for a Goose Tracks quilt. Join Linda or Bev once a month for the remaining 8 months. Each month, you will receive all the necessary files and instructions to complete the blocks. • Pieced, Embellished, • 30 Unique Blocks Join us to have • Video Instructions Embroidered and Quilted some fun and • Optional Border CD all in the Hoop! learn this new • Quilt as You Go • Block Trimming Guide quilt technique • Fabric & Thread Key • Color Your Quilt & EQ6 File using an embroi- • 5ʺ and 8ʺ Blocks dery machine. South 3169 Fri Jan - Dec 10:00 - 12:00 Length 20 hrs (10 sessions) Cost $125.+GST
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Embellishing
workshops
Easy Artsy Vest
Ginette Guevremont
Explore what your basic sewing machine can offer. With its built-in stitches, ribbons, braids, stitching, or glitter, create one or several pieces of beautiful, decorative fabric to insert in a simple vest. West 3271 Fri May 04 (Orientation) & Fri May 11 Length 7 hrs (2 sessions)
Picture This
1:00 - 2:00 9:30 - 4:00 Cost $52. +GST
Angela Swart
Learn what an incredible machine your embellisher is! Create a picture using only scraps of material and other odds and ends. You will be surprised at the results. South 3229 Sat May 12 Length 6 hrs (1 session)
9:00 - 3:30 Cost $68. +GST
Kit valued at $20. included
Raw Edge Appliqué—A Wild (re)Treat!
Lezley Zwaal
Enjoy a 4 day summer break making one of Toni Whitney’s animal wallhangings. Embellishment techniques will add life to the quilted picture. You will order your choice of pattern online, so register early! West 3259 Mon - Thu Jul 16 - 19 Length 26 hrs (4 sessions)
Join Rose and learn how easy it is to create your own special occasion cards. In this Beginner technique class, complete two cards.
West 3236 Fri Apr 27 9:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $52. +GST
9:30 - 4:00 Cost $156. +GST
Intermediate Hand Stitched Greeting Cards Rose Stegemeier
South 3059 Sat & Sun May 12 & 13 9:00 - 4:00 South 3296 Sat & Sun Nov 03 & 04 9:00 - 4:00 Length 13 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $110. +GST
Free Motion
quilting
South 3058 Fri May 11 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $65. +GST
Now that you have learned the beginner techniques, why not go onto the Intermediate level. Stitches and techniques are a little more intricate. You will complete one card of your choice.
West 3237 Sat Apr 28 Length 6 hrs (1 session)
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In this weekend workshop, choose one of Joan's unique appliquilt wallhanging patterns or design your own.
Learn free motion quilting Joan’s way. In this class we will learn how to quilt many of the designs in Joan’s new Free Motion Quilting book as well as tips for successful free motion quilting.
hand stitched cards Beginner Hand Stitched Greeting Cards Rose Stegemeier
with Joan Statz Appliquilt
9:00 - 4:00 Cost $52. +GST
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Handi Quilter demo classes Rulers, Rulers, Rulers
Rulers open up a whole new world of quilting! In this class Meredyth will be teaching how to use longarm rulers and a wide variety of designs that can be done using them.
South 3265 Thu Apr 26 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
9:00 - 12:00 Cost $45.+GST
Backgrounds, Blocks and Borders
Learn how to quilt your project now that you are done piecing it. We will be covering a wide variety of background fills, both micro and regular size; techniques on how to mark your quilt with your designs and threads choices. Get ideas on how to quilt your sashings, borders and blocks too. Bring an unlined note pad, and be prepared to do some doodling! Feel free to bring an unfinished quilt top and we can discuss quilting it.
South 3264 Mon May 14 Length 6 hrs (1 session)
9:00 - 4:00 Cost $90.+GST
with Meredyth Rotlisberger Machine Trapunto
This class will teach you how to give your quilts extra dimension. Learn a variety of techniques—with wash away thread, double batting and trapunto done on the fly. South 3266 Wed May 30 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
9:00 - 12:00 Cost $45.+GST
Feather Sampler Feathers, feathers, feathers.... Big, small, traditional, non-traditional. Spend a few hours with Meredyth and learn a wide variety of feather techniques. South 3267 Tue Jun 19 9:00 - 12:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $45.+GST
Quilt your biggest ideas.
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will be back to teach more HQ Handi Quilter classes.
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