Central Sewing News Issue No. 64
Fallsewing Classes
2012
FREE
Authorized Dealer for Baby Lock, Bernina, Elna, Husqvarna Viking South West 8649 63 Avenue 10642 170 Street w w w. c e n t r a l s e w i n g . c o m Ph 780.469.1147 Ph 780.486.0047 Toll Free 866.469.1147 Toll Free 877.486.0047 Edmonton, Alberta
Silhouette
Cameo™ electronic cutting tool
new
Debby Brown, from Upstate New York, began teaching longarm quilting in 2004. She enjoys sharing her expertise and giving quilters confidence to turn their visions into quilts. Brandy Lynn MASLOWSKI has embarked on a career in the quilting industry as a fibre artist, writer & teacher. This fall, she will be teaching a traditional quilting class with a twist of artistic flare and a silk screen class.
Jan Bones Debby Brown Margaret Ferguson Brandy Maslowski Bonnie Sikorski Joan Statz
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Sewing Classes
pg 17
HQ & Quilting Classes
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Bra Making Expert
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Quilt & Silk Screen Classes
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Babylock Classes
pg 9
Appliquilt & Free-Motion
pg 13
Central Sewing Machines 8649 63 Ave Edmonton, AB T6E0E8
Guest Instructors
Connie Anderson has many years of sewing experience—from sewing for family to working in the wardrobe department of the Citadel Theatre! She also ran a home-based long arm business for 13 years. She will be joining Central Sewingʼs staff to share her skills. See information on Centralʼs Long Arm Studio on page 14.
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Volunteers
Ladies – do you want an opportunity to have fun while sewing for a good cause? Come make quilts, pajamas and/or bags for children being helped by the Zebra Child Protection Agency. The Town and Country Sewers meet the Zebra Child 1st and 3rd Thursday Protection Centre is afternoon of each an organization dedicated month from 1:00 to to help children removed 4:00 pm. From the from abusive homes. quilts I see and the sounds emanating from the rooms, it is both a productive and fun time.
For more info, call Debbie at 780.486.0047.
What’s Inside
Babylock with Bonnie Sikorski ......................................... 9 Bags & Wallets ....................................................... 6 Bear Making ....................................................... 6 Bra Making with Margaret Ferguson ............................. 7 Crazy Quilted Baby Blanket with Brandy Maslowski .... 11 Embellishing ..................................................... 3,7 Embroidery Classes ................................................ 13 Fibre Fun ..................................................... 3 Getting to Know Your Machines ................................. 4 Handi Quilter with Debby Brown ...................................... 15 Joan Statz’ Classes ........................................ 13 Kids’ & Teens’ Sewing Classes ......................... 5 Learn to Sew ................................................. 5 LongArm Quilting Studio with Connie Anderson ..14 Open House ................................................ 3 Pure Couture with Trudy Jansen ......................... 9 Quilting Classes ..................................... 10, 11,14 Silk Screen Printing with Brandy Maslowski .... 13 Serger Classes ....... 8, 9 Sewing Classes with Jan Bones ......... 7 Silhouette Cameo ........ 16 Software ......................... 14 Virtual Clubs ......... 12 Wardrobe Essentials .... 6
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win house Volunteers
Thank You to our volunteers, supporters and donators in helping Central Volunteer Sewers achieve our goals! I am deeply touched whenever we hand over our donations to WIN House. Here’s what their representative had to say on her last visit to Central Sewing:
I have been working with Edmonton Women’s Shelter Ltd. for almost 2 years now and watched everyone else go do the “Central Sewing” pickup. I was so overwhelmed by the volunteers, excitement and beauty of the work yesterday that I couldn’t wait to thank my Executive Director for sending me. This job often makes me grateful and humble for the life I now lead... Your dedication to provide to those in need with Requests... such love and devoVolunteer long armers tion is amazing. I’m needed to quilt our tops. We meet every Monday; so proud to have contact Audrey or Linda met the group. Goals are achievable! Join us!
@ 780.469.1147 for more information.
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CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147 West 780.486.0047
open Friday September 7th 6:30 - 8:00 h o u s e Saturday September 8th 9:00 - 5:00 Friday Sep 07
free demos
Let’s Get Acquainted with Longarm Quilting
in-store specials
Love to quilt? Want to complete your project exclusively by yourself? Come and see what a baked longarm quilting machine goodies can do for you! Connie will demonstrate the Handiquilter and show you how to create beautiful surface design to enhance your own quilt tops—tips and techniques that will lead you success and a whole new quilting adventure!
South 3060 Fri Sep 09 Length 1½ hrs (1 session)
Free Seminars West
9:00 Notion Commotion
9:00 New Quilt Templates
Notions are a great time saver, and they give your finished product a professional look. See the newest notions for quilters, embroiderers and sewers.
Hexagons, circles, twisted squares, jelly rolls etc. Come and see the new rage in quilting templates.
Bev Shumilak
door prizes
Connie Anderson
Free Seminars South
6:30 - 8:00 Cost FREE
10:30 Project Runway Trudy Jansen Trudy has been busy designing. Join her for a fall fashion show. 12:00 Handmade Greeting Cards Shirley Keller
Handmade cards add a personal touch. Learn how easy they are to make. 1:30 New Quilt Templates
Cathy McClean
Hexagons, circles, twisted squares, jelly rolls etc. Come and see the new rage in quilting templates.
Judy Steer 3:00 Cameo Cutter Judy has joined the cameo craze! Come see why! It cuts vinyl, fabric, cardstock and more.
4:30 10 Reasons to Love Pat Doerksen a Serger Sergers are a great tool! Join Pat for her favourite reasons to love a serger.
Cathy McClean
10:30 10 Reasons to Love Pat Doerksen a Serger Sergers are a great tool. Join Pat for her favourite reasons to love a serger. 12:00 Notion Commotion
Bev Shumilak
Notions are a great time saver, and they give your finished product a professional look. See the newest notions for quilters, embroiderers and sewers. 1:30 Cameo Craze
Coleen Thrussell
Coleen’s gone crazy for the cameo! Come see why! It cuts vinyl, fabric, cardstock and more. 3:00 Rotary Cutter Basics
Ginette Guevremont
The proper use of rotary cutting equipment will make your cutting easier and more professional. Learn all about it with Ginette.
BBQ at open house South 11:00 - 1:00 Greeting Cards Shirley Keller Embellishing Learn to make personalized Beginner Brazilian greeting cards. In this class Shirley Embroidery Brandie Mikla will teach dry embossing, heat emLearn basic Brazilian embroidery stitches with an expert teacher. There is no homework unless you wish—the more you practice, the better you will have mastered the stitches. If time allows, you will learn to stitch flowers too.
bossing, paste embossing, border punching, stamping and glitter cards. You will try all of these procedures in class.
South 3402 Mon Oct 01 - Nov 12 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions)
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $151. +GST
Kit valued at $25. included no class Mon Oct 08
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South 3420 Sat Oct 13 10:00 - 4:00 Length 5½ hrs (1 session) Cost $59. +GST Kit valued at $15. included
Ribbon Embroidery by Sewing Machine
Debbie Levesque
Chain stitch, rosebuds, french knots, ruched flowers, lazy daisy, open rose—sound familiar? Love the look of ribbon embroidery, but don’t have the hands for needlework anymore? Come learn how to do ribbon embroidery by machine. Add finishing touch to garments or home decor items. West 3362 Sat Nov 24 10:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST 3
Babylock se r ge r Baby Lock Serger Foot Class Linda Ferguson
Have you neglected the wonderful feet for your babylock serger? Join Linda for 3 hours of hands-on learning. You will be amazed at the great results of your serger’s feet. Prerequisite: Getting to Know Your Serger or equivalent.
South 3366 Thu Oct 18 6:00 - 9:00 West 3367 Sat Nov 17 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST
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 South 3309 3310 3311 3312
Thursdays Sep 20 & Sep 27 Sep 20 & Sep 27 Oct 25 & Nov 01 Oct 25 & Nov 01
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
West Tuesdays 3303 Sep 18 & Sep 25 3304 Sep 18 & Sep 25 3305 Oct 23 & Oct 30 3306 Oct 23 & Oct 30 3307 Dec 11 & Dec 18 3309 Dec 11 & Dec 18
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
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
South 3388 3389 3390 3391
Thursdays Oct 04 & Oct 11 Oct 04 & Oct 11 Nov 08 & Nov 15 Nov 08 & Nov 15
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
West Tuesdays 3384 Oct 02 & Oct 09 3385 Oct 02 & Oct 09 3386 Nov 06 & Nov 13 3387 Nov 06 & Nov 13
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
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 3372 Wed Oct 10 9:00 - 12:00 West 3379 Wed Oct 10 6:00 - 9:00
Husqvarna 2 Decorative Stitches South 3369 Wed Oct 10 1:00 - 4:00 West 3382 Mon Oct 22 6:00 - 9:00
Baby Lock 3 Embroidery Functions South 3373 Wed Oct 17 9:00 - 12:00 West 3380 Wed Oct 17 6:00 - 9:00
Husqvarna 3 Embroidery Functions South 3370 Wed Oct 17 1:00 - 4:00 West 3383 Mon Oct 29 6:00 - 9:00
Baby Lock 1 Utility Sewing South 3371 Wed Oct 03 9:00 - 12:00 West 3378 Wed Oct 03 6:00 - 9:00
Husqvarna 1 Utility Sewing South 3368 Wed Oct 03 1:00 - 4:00 West 3381 Mon Oct 15 6:00 - 9:00
Let Your Feet Guide The Way
Bernina
Bernina 1 South 3374 Wed Oct 24
Utility Sewing 1:00 - 4:00
Bernina 2 Decorative Stitches South 3375 Wed Oct 31 1:00 - 4:00 Bernina 3 Embroidery Functions South 3376 Wed Nov 07 1:00 - 4:00
Pat Doerksen
Practice how easy sewing machine presser feet can make a dramatic difference in the quality of your stitching. Go from the homemade look to that professional, couture effect! You will make samples for future reference.
South 3321 Length 4 hrs
Fri Oct 26 (1 session)
1:00 - 5:00 Cost $32. +GST
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Kids` & Teens` Sewing
Supply lists & clas s poli cies are available at: ww w. centralsew ing.com
Kids’ Sewing
These weekly 1½ hour classes are instructed in small groups. For children aged 7 & up. (Sep-May)
Learn To Sew
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 3328 Mon Sep 17 (Orientation) Mon Sep 24 - Nov 26
Susan Laycraft
West 3340 Thu Oct 04 (Orientation) Thu Oct 11 - Nov 29 Length 22 hrs (9 sessions)
Pat Doerksen
6:00 - 8:00 6:00 - 8:30
no class Mon Oct 08 & Nov 12
6:00 - 8:00 6:00 - 8:30 Cost $143.+GST
South Tuesdays Barb Emerson 3430 4:00 - 5:30 3431 5:45 - 7:15 Barb Emerson South Wednesdays 3443 11:00 -12:30 3432 1:00 - 2:30 3433 2:45 - 4:15 South Saturdays Corinne Sutherland 3013 9:30 - 11:00 3014 11:15 - 12:45 West Saturdays Diana Lieskovsky 3437 9:30 - 11:00 3438 11:00 - 12:30 3439 1:00 - 2:30 Length 1½ hr/class Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)
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.
South 3329 Eleanor McDonough Thu Oct 11 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 Sat Oct 20 & 27, Nov 10 & 24 9:30 - 3:00 West 3341 Pat Doerksen Wed Sep 26 (Orientation) 10:00 - 12:00 Wed Oct 03 - Nov 21 10:00 - 12:30 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 that include zippers, buttonholes, collars, set-in sleeves, linings, etc. Focus can be on your own project(s).
South 3327 Wed Sep 19 (Orientation) Wed Sep 26 - Nov 21
Barb Emerson
West 3342 Mon Sep 24 (Orientation) Mon Oct 01 - Dec 03
Pat Doerksen
Advanced Kids’ Sewing
Our weekly 2 hour classes are for children with previous sewing experience. (Sep-May)
West Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3440 4:00 - 6:00 West Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3441 4:00 - 6:00 Length 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. (Sep-May) South Thursdays Barb Emerson 3434 4:00 - 6:00 3435 6:30 - 8:30 Diana Lieskovsky West Tuesdays 3444 6:00 - 8:00 West Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3442 6:00 - 8:00 Length 2 hrs/class Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)
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6:00 - 8:00 6:00 - 8:30
no class Wed Oct 31
6:00: - 8:00 6:00 - 8:30
no class Mon Oct 08 & Nov 12
Length 22 hrs (9 sessions)
Cost $143.+GST
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Bear Making Bear Hugs
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 and fitted in class. Once you have created these block patterns you are ready to create your own design.
Lezley Zwaal
No one can resist hugging a bear! Making one in time for Christmas would bring a special sparkle to someone’s eyes. Learn the basics of bear making as we create a 14ʺ bear with rotating joints, stitched nose, safety eyes and long-lasting synthetic fur.
West 3363 Tue Oct 09 - Nov 20 Length 21 hrs (7 sessions)
Pant Drafting
South 3409 Sat & Sun Sep 29 & 30 9:30 - 4:00 West 3429 Sat & Sun Oct 13 & 27 9:30 - 4:00 Length 13 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $144. +GST
West 3364 Thu Oct 11 - Nov 15 5:30 - 8:30 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $126. +GST
DIY Hemming
Bags & Wallets Bag Extravaganza
Ginette Guevremont
We will start with the basic fat quarter bag and customize it to your taste, using zippers, pockets, decorative machine stitching and many razzle dazzle finishes using almost anything we can affix to fabric. You can finish with purchased handles or simple fabric handles. Let your imagination fly. South 3325 Wed Nov 07, 14 & 21 Length 9 hrs (3 sessions)
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $72. +GST
Quilted Wallet
Lezley Zwaal
Use matching or contrasting fabrics, add a texture shrinkage product 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 mini purse. A wonderful gift idea. 9:30 - 4:00 9:30 - 4:00
Pattern valued at $10 included
South 3317 West 3343 Length 4 hrs
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Fri Oct 12 Thu Nov 15 (1 session)
Pattern Alteration
is offering free until Christmas!
1:30 - 5:30 1:00 - 5:00 Cost $32. +GST 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 3365 Fri Oct 12 - Nov 09 Length 15 hrs (5 sessions)
Cool Tricks
5:30 - 8:30 Cost $105. +GST Pat Doerksen
You will learn tips and tricks straight from designers that will not only enhance your sewing skills but inspire your sewing. You will make samples of clean- finished side seam vents, perfect collars, insert perfect corners, designer sleek side seam pocket plus more. Basic sewing knowledge and sewing machine operation is required. Sat Oct 20 (1 session)
Zippers Made Easy
Classes for this fall are
Pat Doerksen
Avoid paying for hemming alterations by learning to do it yourself. Bring in a garment that needs hemming and receive instructions on the best hand and machine methods. Go home with a hemmed garment, new skills and written instructions for hemming techniques. No sewing experience required.
West 3345 Length 4 hrs
Estee Huget's Drafting
Aradhana Shah
Everyone should have a well-fitted pair of pants in their closet. You will learn to draft and fit a basic pant block in class. Sewing will be done at home.
Kit valued at $60 included
South 3410 Sat Nov 10 West 3411 Sat Dec 01 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $58. +GST
5:30 - 8:30 Cost $136. +GST
2:30 - 6:30 Cost $32. +GST 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 3344 Length 4 hrs
Sat Oct 20 9:30 - 1:30 (1 session) Cost $32. +GST
CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147 West 780.486.0047
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PJs with Feet—Keep snuggly warm
from the tips of your toes. Enjoy sewing these kids knit PJs with Jan!
South 3413 Fri Apr 19 6:00 - 9:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $100. +GST Kit valued @ $20. with pattern & precut fabric included
The Kimono—has a simple silhouette made up of rectangles—suitable for all fabrics and all body shapes.
South 3414 Sat Apr 20 9:00 - 4:30 Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $207. +GST Pattern valued at $12 included
The Retro Top—a graceful, flattering
top that will look great over jeans or your favorite dress pants.
South 3415 Sun Apr 21 9:00 - 4:30 Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $207. +GST Pattern valued at $12 included
Bra Making
with Margaret Ferguson
from Bras—Bold and Beautiful
Margaret is a professional bra maker & a certified instructor. She is a graduate of the Professional Bramakers Course developed by Beverly Johnson of Hamilton, Ontario.
embellisher class
2 Day Workshop
For intermediate & advanced sewers
Basic Bra
In this class you will make 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 3298 Sat & Sun Sep 29 & 30 9:30 - 4:00 Length 12 (2 sessions) 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 3299 Sat & Sun Nov 03 & 04 9:30 - 4:00 Length 12 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $275. +GST
Holiday Magic
Kit valued at $50. included
Angela Swart
Create a picture using your Embellisher and scraps of materials, threads— there is no limit to the items you can use to embellish your pictures. These are so quick and easy, you have almost immediate gratification! Angela will have your creative ideas flowing in no time.
South 3403 Sat Nov 17 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST
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2 Hour Pillowcases
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Linda Ferguson
Have fun creating these unique one-of-a-kind pillowcases using WHA TEVER your serger. These make wonderful gifts for everybody!
South 3358 Length 2 hrs
Thu Oct 18 (1 session)
1:00 - 3:00 Cost $16.
Multi-way Scarf/Shawl
West 3347 Length 4 hrs
Now available at Central Sewing!
Pat Doerksen
Tue Oct 23 (1 session)
1:00 - 5:00 Cost $32. +GST
Speedy Serger Shirt 2
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With over 10 ways to wear this multi-way accessory, you can wear it for everyday occasion. It’s compact, portable and flatters all body types. Perfect the serger’s rolled hem on sheer fabrics too. Great for beginner to advanced.
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Baby Lock Imagine
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Pat Doerksen
NEW PATTERN! Take your serging skills to the next level! Practice the fastest serger techniques for constructing a garment - a shirt for ladies, men or kids. Review threading, facings, collars, sleeves, hems... Once you have mastered this technique, you can apply it to blouses, dresses & jackets. BONUS - Learn to insert piping with the serger piping foot.
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Serge Ahead
The supply list will suggest the shirt pattern and fabric choices.
South 3320 Length 7 hrs
Thu Nov 01 (1 session)
Cozy Baby Blanket
9:30 - 4:30 Cost $56. +GST
Pat Doerksen
Using polar fleece and decorative threads, learn the flatlocking method of joining fabrics together to create a one-of-akind cozy quilt. This is a great class to refresh the serger flatlock stitch.
West 3346 Length 5 hrs
Tue Nov 20 (1 session)
10:00 - 3:30 Cost $44. +GST
Jiffy PJ’s for Christmas
Pat Doerksen
Snuggle up in your new fleece or flannelette pajamas! Sergers make them fast and fun to serge. Sew facings, hems, elastic casings and ribbing—all with the serger. Great gift idea!
Make the most of your sewing time— Get organized !
West 3353 Tue Nov 27 Length 5 hrs (1 session)
10:00 - 3:30 Cost $44. +GST
craft & cutting table
Central Sewing also carries a variety of serger & sewing machine cabinets.
l arge work surface ☐ 72 1/8”W x 40”D x 35”H c ompact storage ☐ 16 1/4”W x 40”D x 35”H P revent back ache! ☐ CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147 West 780.486.0047
Pure Couture Sew with Trudy Jansen! Couture Samples
Create your own couture reference book by making samples of detailed techniques such as different designer pockets, bound buttonholes, bias finishes, facings, tailored plackets, cuffs, collars, pressing techniques and more. South 3397 Mon Sep 17, Oct 01 & 22, Nov 05 & 19 6:00 - 9:00 Length 15 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $156. +GST
Beginner Pattern Drafting Draft your own made-to-measure patterns. Begin with a basic skirt and bodice and create a variety of different styles including blouses, vests and jackets. Learn about dart movement, contour and princess lines, yokes, different collars and sleeves. Sew trial garments at home; fit in class! No drafting experience necessary!
South 3400 Wed Sep 19, Oct 03 & 17, Nov 07 &21, Dec 05 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions)
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $156. +GST
Issey Miyake Designer Tunic
Make a designer tunic in one day. A fun pattern with just squares and folding and a little sewing. A tunic you can wear over any T-shirt or just by itself!
South 3393 Length 6 hrs
Mon Sep 24 (1 session)
9:00 - 4:00 Cost $55. +GST
Zippers
This 3 hour class is an eye opener. Imagine being able to sew a zipper in 1 minute with 1 pin (perhaps 5 minutes the first time). We’ll sew lapped, invisible, front-fly zippers and a non-wobbly zipper in fleece or leather.
South 3392 Length 3 hrs
Tue Sep 25 (1 session)
Help Hot Line!
Join Trudy in this very p o p u l a r, f u n - f i l l e d course, where everybody sews anything they want or need. Trudy will help you construct and fit your projects. There are always lots of hints, tricks & details passed around.
South 3394 Mon Sep 17, Oct 01 & 22, Nov 05 & 19, Dec 03 9:00 - 4:00 Length 36 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $312. +GST
Help Hot Line and Designing
In this class, you will have the best of both worlds. Get 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-fitting, well-constructed garment with style. South 3396 Mon Sep 24, Oct 15 & 29, Nov 12 & 26, Dec 10 6:00 - 9:00 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $156. +GST
6:00 - 9:00 Cost $30. +GST
Commercial Pattern Fitting Techniques
Learn a method of checking and altering your commercial patterns, using your own measurements, before you start cutting into your fabric. Trial garments will be sewn at home and checked and fitted in class. This method works for all patterns!
South 3401 Wed Sep 26, Oct 10 & 24, Nov 14 & 28, Dec 03 6:00 - 9:00 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $156. +GST
Ladies’ or Men’s Shirt Would you love to have a classic shirt
in your wardrobe? Trudy has a well-fitted shirt pattern, shaped for women without extra bulk around armholes and shoulders. Or make a tailored shirt for your husband. A great learning opportunity for sewing a 2 piece shirt collar, cuffs and a tailored placket.
South 3398 Length 12 hrs
Mon Oct 15 & 29, Nov 12 & 26 1:00 - 4:00 (4 sessions) Cost $104. +GST
Pantfitting Learn from the best! Trudy will teach you the art of drafting and custom fitting a pair of pants. We’ll make a trial pair, adjust your pattern, if necessary, and sew the final garment. South 3399 Mon Oct 15 & 29, Nov 12 & 26 & Mon Dec 10 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions)
9:00 - 1:00 9:00 - 4:00 Cost $156. +GST
sk i r o k i S nie n o or t B a h c t i u d w kE c o l y b Ba For Babylock Serged Table or Bed Runner
Bab ylock owners
Discover your serger’s unlimited potential to add glamorous textures like pintucks, weaving and the look of ribbons. This table runner would look just as beautiful as a bed runner.
South 3318 Sat Oct 13 9:30 - 4:00 West 3319 Fri Oct 12 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $30. +GST
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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 ready for quilting. Finish up with the Great Finish Class.
South 3330 Mon Oct 01 6:00 - 7:00 & Oct 15 - Nov 05 6:00 - 9:00 Length 13 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $91. +GST no class Mon Oct 08
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 3331 Mon Nov 26 & Dec 03 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
Beginning to End Linda Stolee
Have you ever wanted to quilt but were afraid to try? This is a perfect class for learning from the beginning (fabric & notion choice) to quilting your quilt and then binding. Create a Streak of Lightning lap-sized quilt (approx. 50ʺx60ʺ).
West 3404 Mon Oct 15 - Nov 26 6:00 - 9:00 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $126. +GST no class Mon Nov 12
Borders Bonanza
Lois Miller
Want to add size and interest to your quilt rather than a plain border? We’ll explore all kinds of borders that will add visual impact. Or, make a sample of borders. South 3339 Tue Oct 30 & Nov 06 1:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
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Basic Quilt Block Drafting Coleen Thrussell
In this class you will learn how to create your own designs or take ideas from your surroundings to make your own quilt blocks. For example, tiles can become amazing quilt blocks! The possibilities are endless.
West 3355 Sat Oct 13 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST
Beautiful Bindings
Lois Miller
Add a beautiful professional-looking finish to all your quilting projects. Learn about binding techniques for a scalloped edge (Double Wedding Ring), for small projects (like coasters) and ones that are machine-stitched or handsewn. Get tips on making continuous bias too.
South 3335 Thu Nov 22 6:00 - 9:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST
I Spy Spin
Lois Miller
Collect a stash of I spy fabrics (or choose a large scale feature print) for the blocks and 2 contrasting fabrics for the sashing— and you’re ready to create this wall quilt (or larger, if you want). A small amount of two contrasting fabrics will create the pinwheels in the crossovers for a lattice look. South 3377 Tue Oct 09 & 16 1:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48.
Going in Circles
Have you always wondered what to do with a circle cut ruler? Well so have I. Come join me for a day of cutting circles and exploring some different techniques. It will be sure to get the creative juices started.
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Marj O’Hara
South 3322 Fri Oct 19 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST
Santa Head Lois Miller
Can’t you just picture this jolly old elf hanging out on your wall over the holiday season? He has a crazy patch hat (or plain, if you prefer), two button eyes and a full fluffy beard made from batting to hide his happy smile. South 3337 Sat Oct 20 10:00 - 2:00 Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST
Turn-A-Block
Jan Fowler
There’s magic involved in this project—one turn of the block and you’ve created another look. You get 2 looks with 1 pattern. The approximate finished size is 52ʺ x 60ʺ , but it’s easy to increase the size by adding extra rows or increasing the block size. Or create a wonderful table runner. Small print fabric is great, but you can go wild with contrasting colours also. South 3351 Thu Nov 08 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST If you wish, a kit will be supplied by Jan for a fee of $235. The kit includes everything you need to complete the project. Jan will contact everyone before the class.
Mystery Quilt 2012 Marj O’Hara
A new addition of my Mystery Quilt has arrived. So please join me and other like minded quilters/sewers for three full fun filled days of uninterrupted sewing. Bring a friend or make some new ones. This is a Mystery, so there is NO sample in the store.
South 3324 Thu, Fri & Sat Dec 27 - 29 9:00 - 4:00 Length 21 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $135. +GST
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Simply a Pleasure Jan Fowler
Use up some small cuts of fabric or big print cottons while learning a new technique. It looks difficult but is very easy. Choose a large print Christmas fabric or fussy cut those cute kittens or blue jays.
South 3350 Thu Nov 01 6:00 - 9:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST kit can be supplied for a fee of $35 (includes everything you need to complete the project)
Something from Nothing
Marj O’Hara
Do you own orphaned blocks, mis-cuts or left over bits and pieces? Gather them up and some other interesting fabrics, and we'll create a one-of-akind quilt.
South 3323 Thu Nov 15 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST
Special Occasion
Jan Fowler
Make this 38″ square wall hanging or table centre as a gift and listen to all the compliments with pride. Choose Christmas fabrics or fabrics in your favourite colour combinations. Kit available for $65, if desired. South 3352 Thu Nov 22 12:00 - 4:00 Length 4 hrs(1 session) Cost $32. +GST
Paper Piece
Learn How To Paper Piece Ginette Guevremont
Paper piecing has a mystique for those who have never tried it. In truth, it is one of the easiest ways to piece complicated-looking blocks. Once you get the hang of it you may never piece any other way! We will work on a table topper with various motifs, using special foundation paper to create intricate designs. West
3332 Sat Sep 29 9:30 - 4:30 Length 6½ hrs (1 session) Cost $52. +GST
Stained Glass
Poinsettia Placemats
Lois Miller
Lois Miller
With the invention of pre-made bias tape & the new bias tape maker, making a stained glass design is easier and faster. Choose a pattern designed for the bias tape method or choose one that uses the reverse appliqué method. This project will be a colourful addition to your wall, bed or table.
Isn’t it amazing what you can do with a 9 or 10o fan ruler? This pretty poinsettia can be a table centerpiece or candle mat to brighten your holiday table. Or leave a hole in the center and use it as a tree skirt. Just a few colours & fabrics and you will have a spectacular finished project. South 3338 Tue Oct 23 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
1:00 - 4:00 Cost $24. +GST
False Trapunto Table Runner
Debbie Levesque
When making this table runner, you will practice 3 imporSouth 3336 Sat Dec 01 & 08 tant techniques which can be 10:00 - 1:00 used in producing a full-sized Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) quilt. Using leaf designs, Cost $48. +GST complete 3 false trapunto blocks. Sew these blocks together with a quilt-as-you-go method The Magic of and then bind them together with a continuStrip Tube Quilting ous bias binding. Ginette Guevremont
This method is truly addictive and speedy. Start with ready-cut jelly rolls and a second complementary background fabric. Using the Strip Tube Ruler, quickly create blocks to assemble into wonderful, geometric patterns. This is a fast-paced class but appropriate for the novice quilter. West 3412 Sat Dec 08 9:30 - 4:30 Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $52. +GST
Paper Piecing Basics
Lois Miller
Paper (or foundation) piecing can make your life easier when it comes to sharp points and tiny pieces. Learn the basics while creating a border for a placemat or a pocket. A great start for beginners! South 3334 Mon Oct 22 1:00 - 4:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST
West 3333 Sat Nov 03 & 10 10:00 - 4:00 Length 12 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $84. +GST
Learn To Quilt Tablerunner Coleen Thrussell
This class teaches you the basics of quilting such as rotary cutting, rulers, piecing and much more.
West 3356 Tue Nov 06 & 13 1:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
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Crazy Quilted Baby Blanket
Calling all flannel lovers! Students create an adorable 24ʺ x 30ʺ cuddle & carry blanket for little ones to cherish. With coordinating flannels crazy quilted onto a full flannel backing and a unique no fuss binding technique, this batting free project is a soft, anytime, anywhere blankie that is sure to be a hit. This is also a safe batting-free quilt for a favourite dog. South 3417 Wed Sep 26 9:30 - 4:30 Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $99. +GST
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Central Sewing’s Webinars with Bev Shumilak Join us at each monthly webinar. See first hand how to create each project. Take home a CD of project notes & files.
Virtual Machine Embroidery Club Virtual Bernina Club Virtual Bernina Software Club
All about ME (machine embroidery)
A Little or a Lot Sat Sep 23
1:00 - 2:00
What’s in your bag? This class will feature a bag with lots of pockets. We will discuss whether it is better to embroider before or after the pattern piece is cut out.
Thinking of You Sat Oct 27
Fri Sep 28
10:00 - 1:00
Create beautiful line work to expand your design options. Combine paint colors and Zentangle doodles with stitching. Explore a variety of mixed media options to create a Sidekick Sling or Alice Book Bag.
We will show you unique gifts made in the hoop and how to embroider on paper to create a one-of-a-kind card. We’ll also make some quick and easy gift bags.
Sat Nov 24
We will make our own diamonds as we create a table runner using a unique cutting technique. We’ll embroider over seams too.
South 3171 Fridays Cost $40. +GST
Create personalized embellished fabric using the pattern stitches in the software to create your own embroidered pattern tile designs. Place repeated designs and import machine stitches, as well as create your own stitch patterns in the software.
Embroider a custom clock—a great gift idea for a business, a college student, a child’s room, sports enthusiast, or proud grandparent. Import graphics or photos for the clock face background, add embroidered numbers & embellishments.
10:00 - 1:00
Enjoy decorating your home with whimsical pillows celebrating the seasons and styles. Use both your serger and your sewing machine for a variety of techniques.
Wed Oct 10
1:00 - 2:00
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1:00 - 2:00
Use transfer techniques to transfer your photos to fabric and use your software to create a breathtaking embellished photo appliqué. Explore collage techniques, and use Corel PhotoPaint to apply photo effects. Also, create embroidered texture on your transferred photo.
Fri Oct 12
Create
lovely quilted centerpiece using piecing and thread painting techniques.
South 3158 Saturdays Cost $30. +GST
Embroider a Custom Clock
A Touch of Whimsy
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—for Version 6 software owners
Embroidered Tile Technique
Artful Centerpiece
1:00 - 2:00
—for Bernina machine owners
Embroider on Photographs
Fri Nov 09
Virtual Bernina Club Wed Sep 19
—for all embroidery machines
Diamonds are a Girls Best Friend
1:00 - 2:00
Bernina Software Sampler Mixed Up Media
fun & informative
10:00 - 1:00
Fri Dec 14
10:00 - 1:00
South 3157 Wednesdays Cost $40. +GST
Winter Robin Appliqué
Funky Organizers
Create a charming wall hanging of a faux postage stamp in a winter theme. Explore a raw-edge appliqué & use your machine to mimic hand work.
Create these adorable artsy pouches for all your accessory storage needs. BERNINA accessories make these projects even more fantastic!
Wed Nov 14
1:00 - 2:00
Wed Dec 12
1:00 - 2:00
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Embroider With Confidence Hoop it Up!
classes Bev Shumilak
Each embroidery project requires a different hooping method. Join Bev as she demonstrates all of her favorite methods including using a hooping board, the tape and go method plus much more. This class will make you a hooping expert!
South 3421 Wed Sep 12 Length 2½ hrs (1 session)
10:00 12:30 Cost $30. +GST
Lace Up Your Christmas Tree!
Bev Shumilak These lace Christmas tree ornaments will adorn your tree for years. They are also great hostess gifts. Learn how to embroider free-standing lace. The designs are digitized by Bev and are included in the class cost. Add sparkle and glitz with jewels or Mylar, once your embroidery is done (optional). The embroidery designs (minimum hoop size is 100mm x 100mm) are also included in the class cost. They will be e-mailed to you approximately 1 week prior to class. You will need to bring the design files to class, ready to embroider.
South 3423 Wed Oct 17 Length 3½ hrs (1 session)
Tips
12:30 - 4:00 Cost $58. +GST
Embroidery designs valued at $30. included
3T’s To Embroidery Ease
Bev Shumilak
Everything you ever wanted to know about embroidery! A MUST for all embroidery machine owners! Learn tips, tricks and techTricks niques to make your embroidery successful and rewarding. An Techniques understanding of stabilizers, needles & hooping helps eliminate the possibility of error. more South 3422 Thu Oct 18 1:00 - 4:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24.+ GST classes with
Embroidery Basics
Sat Oct 27 (1 session)
Embroider Napped Fabrics with Confidence
Appliquilt In this weekend workshop, choose one of Joan's appliquilt wallhanging patterns or design your own. South 3296 Sat & Sun Nov 03 & 04 9:00 - 4:00 South 3483 Sat & Sun May 04 & 05 9:00 - 4:00
Length 13 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $110. +GST
Free Motion
quilting
In this class we will learn how to quilt many of the designs in Joan’s book as well as tips for successful free motion quilting.
South 3842 Fri May 03 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $65. +GST
Brandy Lynn
Debbie Levesque
Learn how the various needles, threads, fabrics and stabilizers interact with each other and the different embroidery designs you may want to use. This lecture/demo will provide useful information and notes for future reference. If you have had problems in past attempts, bring them to class and we will discuss the issues that were involved. Negative examples often offer a better educational experience than perfect samples.
West 3360 Length 3 hrs
with Joan Statz
9:30 - 12:30 Cost $24. +GST
Pat Doerksen
Learn to select appropriate designs for embroidering on polar fleece, velour or velveteen fabric. Learn about the correct needles, stabilizers and hooping methods to achieve perfect pucker free embroidery. This class is for beginners or just to refresh your embroidery skills. Prerequisite:
Knowledge of operating your embroidery machine. West 3348 Sat Nov 03 10:00 - 3:30 Length 5 hrs (1 session) Cost $44. +GST
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BC Fibre Artist, Writer, & Teacher
Silk Screen Table Runner
Add a splash of fabric ink to a contemporary table runner taking the mystery out of screen printing. Come away with a beautiful pieced project ready to quilt.
South 3416 Tue Sep 25 Length 7 hrs (1 session)
9:30 - 4:30 Cost $124. +GST
kit valued at $25. with pattern, silk screen squeegee & printing ink included
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Longarm Studio
Let's Get Aquainted with the Longarm
For those contemplating buying a Handiquilter Come and learn to operate a Handiquilter—the affordable longarm quilting machine. Techniques and tips will be taught to set you on the path of success. Hands on instruction will assure that you leave with the knowledge necessary to succeed!
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South 3447 Thu Sep 20 6:00 - 9:00 South 3448 Mon Sep 24 6:00 - 9:00 South 3449 Sat Sep 29 1:00 - 4:00 South 3450 Thu Oct 11 10:00 - 1:00 South 3451 Thu Oct 18 6:00 - 9:00 South 3452 Thu Oct 25 6:00 - 9:00 South 3453 Sat Nov 03 10:00 - 1:00 South 3454 Sat Nov 24 10:00 - 1:00 South 3455 Thu Nov 15 6:00 - 9:00 South 3456 Mon Dec 03 1:00 - 4:00 South 3458 Thu Dec 06 6:00 - 9:00 South 3457 Thu Dec 13 1:00 - 4:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $120. +GST
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Beginner Workshop
Day 1 covers how to choose appropriate designs and batting, machine maintenance and addressing tensions. You will also learn how to price, prepare a work order, as well as customer relations if you plan to start a longarm business. Day 2 is hands on (using the machines in Central's new quilt studio). You will prepare and quilt the quilt. ALL CLASSES 10:00 - 4:00
South 3459 Wed & Thu Sep 12 & 13 South 3460 Wed & Thu Sep 26 & 27 South 3463 Wed & Thu Oct 03 & 04 South 3462 Fri & Sat Oct 19 & 20 South 3464 Fri & Sat Nov 16 & 17 South 3465 Thu & Fri Nov 29 & 30 South 3466 Fri & Sat Dec 07 & 08 Length 12 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $400. +GST
Christmas Crazy with 5D Software
Dianne Boggs
Christmas is coming! In this 4 part class, create In-the-Hoop crazy patch blocks, vector drawings to use for your digitizing and motifs that go beyond the limits. Also learn how to create and use special embroidery techniques such as thread velvet, mylar appliqué and wave fill.
Husqvarna 5D Mystery
Bev Shumilak
The mystery of 5D continues. Explore the many features found in the 5D professional software. Join Bev as she shares the 5D experience with you! Too good to miss! Take home the video CD to practice after class.
South 3425 Tue Oct 30 & Nov 20 Length 4 hrs (2 sessions)
10:00 - 12:00 Cost $52 +GST
CDs valued at $30. included
Computer Basics for Embroiderers
Longarm Intermediate —Beyond the Basics Liberate yourself from pantograms and learn freehand design! This class is hands on. Many designs will be demonstrated, then you will practice what you see! First draw freehand designs, and also draft a unique pattern. If you want, bring along a small quilt with unusual design areas or an irregular shape for discussion on surface design. South 3468 Mon Sep 17 1:00 - 4:00 South 3467 Wed Sep 19 6:00 - 9:00 South 3471 Wed Oct 17 1:00 - 4:00 South 3472 Thu Nov 01 1:00 - 4:00 South 3473 Thu Nov 08 6:00 - 9:00 South 3474 Sat Dec 01 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $150. +GST
Longarm Intermediate —Feathers Learn how to stylize and draft feathers! —feathered vines, hearts, cables, ovals, frames, fill-ups etc.
South 3476 Thu Sep 20 1:00 - 4:00 South 3475 Sat Sep 22 10:00 - 1:00 10:00 - 1:00 B ernina South 3477 Mon Oct 01 South 3478 Wed Oct 24 6:00 - 9:00 software South 3479 Sat Nov 10 10:00 - 1:00 classes South 3480 Wed Nov 14 6:00 - 9:00 page 12 South 3481 Wed Dec 05 1:00 - 4:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $150. +GST
South 3316 Tue Sep 25, Oct 23, Nov 20 & Dec 11 10:00 - 1:00 West 3349 Sat Sep 22, Oct 20, Nov 17 & Dec 08 10:00 - 1:00 Length 12 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $84. +GST
Debbie Levesque
This class is for those whose interest is sewing but need to use a computer to search for designs and/or projects. Learn the basics—how to browse for designs and save them so that you can find them again. Also, weʼll discuss design purchase options and how to download them in a usable format. If you like, bring your PC.
West 3361 Sat Oct 27 Length 2 hrs (1 session)
with Connie Anderson
1:00 - 3:00 Cost $16. +GST
Glue your way to an Art Quilt
Ginette Guevremont
Making a unique, small, artistic quilt can be as easy as gluing your way into a highly creative and expressive fabric piece. Using bits and pieces from your fabric stash build your art quilt (approx 20ʺx 25”). You can embellish as you wish. Some basic supplies are provided.
South 3326 Sat Nov 10 & 17 10:00 - 1:00 West 3354 Sat Nov 24 & Dec 01 10:00 - 1:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
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Quilting
demo classes for longarm machiines
with Debb y Brown from Upstate New York
Oct 6 25 & 2 Candy Land
Sweeten your quilts with ribbon candy designs. After starting with a basic ribbon candy shape, learn how to fill the candy, mirror it, repeat it and use it as a background design. Make each quilt a sweet treat! For HQ owners & want to be owners
South 3405 Length 3 hrs
Thu Oct 25 (1 session)
9:00 - 12:00 Cost $90. +GST
Borders Rule If you love the strong look of lines in your borders, this template-based class is for you. To help take your designs around the quilt, this class is packed full of low-math and no-math ways to turn your corners.
South 3418 Length 3 hrs
Thu Oct 25 (1 session)
1:00 - 4:00 Cost $90. +GST
HQ Pro-Stitcher
Import designs with a USB stick, manipulate with the HQ Pro-Stitcher and quilt out the designs. Learn all the tips & tricks.
South 3406 Length 3 hrs
Fri Oct 26 (1 session)
9:00 - 12:00 Cost $90. +GST
Let Me Call You Sweetheart
This endearing quilt sampler is all heart! Learn how to quilt feathered heart blocks, background heart designs and free-hand heart designs.
South 3408 Length 3 hrs
Fri Oct 26 (1 session)
Longarm Quilting Machines
1:00 - 4:00 Cost $90. +GST
HQ24 Fusion
hands-on classes for Sweet 16 or Domestic Machines
Oct 27
Sweet 16/Domestic Machines If the mere thought of freehand quilting makes you break out in a cold sweat, come and learn how simple freehand quilting can be. I will teach you some simple shapes and then how to mix them to create endless designs. Fear freehand no more! South 3407 Sat Oct 27 9:00 - 12:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $90. +GST
Sweet 16/Domestic Machines Micro Quilting! You’ve seen those amazing quilts at shows. Now learn how to make that big impact in a small scale on your own quilts. We will play with stippling, pebbling, loops, shells, spirals and other micro-designs. South 3419 Sat Oct 27 1:00 - 4:00
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