Central Sewing News Issue No. 72
fall sewing Classes
2015
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Saturday September 26 9:00 - 5:00 See page 3 for more information.
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INFINITY26
Welcome to the best way to finish quilts
See pg 10, 14 & 15 for long arm classes
Handi Quilter Infinity26
Machine Features:
• 26 inch long arm • 3100 stitches per minute • Comfort-fitTM handlebars • E asy-Touch Tension™ with stored presets • On-screen hand wheel • Project timer & stitch counters • Programmable handlebar buttons • Thread-break alarm • Bobbin-use estimator • Low-bobbin alarm • Large-capacity bobbin •Q uilt-view camera with Quilters Eye technology
Dawn Hunt, certified quilt appraiser, will be at Central Sewing during Open House to appraise individual quilts.
Open House
EPIC
new
Husqvarna's NEW DESIGNER EPIC™ SEWING & EMBROIDERY MACHINE
Join us for the introduction of the new EPICTM. It is Husqvarna's new top-of the-line sewing and embroidery machine. South 4722
Wed
Oct 28
Husqvarna
Guest Instructors Ron Collins
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Quilt Apprasials
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Baby Lock Event
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Donna Robinson Trudy Jansen
Pure Couture
FREE
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Sewing Workshops
Dawn Hunt
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Joan Statz
Appliquilt & Free-Motion
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Allison Spence
Handi Quilter Event Page 15
Margaret Ferguson Bra Making
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Ron Collins returns Tailored Jacket Structure
2 day hands on class Sew the secrets behind a man's or lady's tailored jacket. In this hands on class, Ron will have half a jacket cut out and ready for you to do your samples on. A great sample for future reference to see behind the seams in a tailored jacket. Fuse interfacing, do machine pad stitching (prevents stretch out lapels) and sew the roll-line (gives memory that hugs your body and always looks symmetrical). Ron will also discuss various interfacings and a master's technique on a notched collar and lapel. Achieve a professional sculptured sleeve cap and master pad stitched shoulder pads that will rival top-notch ready-to-wear. With Ron's welt pocket techniques, you will be able to sew a single or double welt pocket, with or without flaps. South 4598 Tue & Wed Oct 13 & 14 Length 13 hrs (2 sessions)
10:00 - 4:30 Cost $216. +GST
Kit valued at $45. included
Supply lists & class policies are available at:
What's Inside
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Baby Lock Event with Donna Robinson ..... 7 Bra Making with Margaret Ferguson .......... 16 Coupons .................................................. 10 Embroidery Classes .................................. 8 Getting to Know Your Machines .............. 6 Handi Quilter Event with Allison Spence ........ 10 Husqvarna Events ................... 9, 15 Joan Statz’ Classes .................................. 11 Kids & Teens Classes ............................... 4 Learn to Sew ............................................. 4 Longarm Classes & Club ............ 14,15 Open House ............................................. 3 Pure Couture with Trudy Jansen ................. 9 Quilt Appraisal with Dawn Hunt .................... 3 Quilting Classes ............................. 3, 4, 12 - 15 Ron Collinsʼ Workshops ........................... 2 Rug Hooking ............................................. 9 Serger Classes .......................................... 6, 7 Software & Computer Classes .................. 8 Wardrobe Essentials .................................. 5
Designer Finishes
Create 17 reference samples in this information-packed class! Including a total of 12 seam finishes—Hong Kong, Bound, Flat Fell, French and Striped along with a great way to finish off underlined pants with a Double French Seam. Learn also how to make 142" of continuous bias tape at 1¾" wide out of a 16½" fabric square. Plus, make a fake flat fell seam, reinforced seam, and a finished pressed open seam as well. Make an unbelievable dart and pleat, using only your bobbin thread in your sewing machine; great for sheer fabrics or a designer detail. South 4599 Thu Oct 15 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
9:00 - 12:00 Cost $66. +GST
Kit valued at $12. included
Time To Zip It Up!
Centered zipper, fly front, lapped zipper and invisible zipper—4 zipper techniques that are a must for clothes construction. Use Ron`s centered zipper technique so your zipper will never shift again when inserting it. Sew a deep placket on a fly front zipper to avoid the zipper or zipper pull from showing on the front of your pants or jeans. A lapped zipper is where all the construction is to one side and is always great for most dresses, pants and skirts. An invisible zipper is not as hard to sew as you might think; the secret is the pressing of the zipper before sewing. Time to sew and zip it up!!! South 4600 Thu Length 3 hrs (1 session)
Oct 15 1:00 - 4:00 Cost $61. +GST
Kit valued at $7. included
Ultimate Fitting Retreat
3 days with Ron Collins
Is fitting your nemesis? Bring your favourite patterns and muslins, and let's start fitting. Go home with patterns altered just for you. Size out your pattern, identify your fitting problems, adjust the pattern, cut out the garment from scrap fabric or muslin, sew the fitting shell and refine the fit! Then, transfer your alterations to your pattern. Bring patterns for jackets, pants, tops, jeans, outerwear....whatever you want and whatever fabric you choose—woven, stretch woven or knits. With Ron by your side, overcome those trouble spots in fit.
South 4601 Fri, Sat & Mon Oct 16, 17 & 19 10:00 - 4:30 Length 19½ hrs (3 sessions) Cost $295. +GST
For the comfort of those with allergies
or asthma, please refrain from wearing perfume in class. Thanks!
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OPEN HOUSE Sat Sep 26 9 - 5 open house free demos door prizes in-store specials baked goodies
Charity
BBQ
Free Seminars South
9:00 Wonderful Wonderfil
Marg Tyess from Wonderfil Threads
We've added new colours & threads to our Wonderfil line. Join Marj as she shows you the features of each thread. Free thread giveaways too! 10:30 Notion Commotion Bev Shumilak Bev will introduce you to some new notions available at Central Sewing. 12:00 Long Arm Quilting Connie Anderson
Connie will share tips and techniques and answer your long arm questions to equip you for success.
1:30 Pattern Drafting Aradhana Shah Join Aradhana as she introduces you to the world of clothing design through manipulating a simple pattern into various styles.
South 3:00 Traditional Rug Hooking Sat Sep 26 Janet McLean 11:30 - 2:00 This is not Latch Hooking! Come and Plan to learn how to do traditional rug hookjoin us ing using strips of wool and a linen for the backing. It is fun and easy. whole day!
Friday Night Special Dawn Hunt
Certified Quilt Appraiser Dawn is the only AQS certified quilt appraiser in western Canada and an accredited member of the Assoc. of Online Appraisers. Dawn’s quilts have won awards and her quilts have been exhibited internationally and are in private collections. Her works have also been included in several publications. Dawn co-founded the Alberta Quilt Study Society and has judged at a number of quilt shows.
Free Seminars West
9:00 Long Arm Quilting Connie Anderson
Connie will share tips and techniques and answer your long arm questions to equip you for success. 10:30 Pattern Drafting Aradhana Shah
Join Aradhana as she introduces you to the world of clothing design through manipulating a simple pattern into various styles.
Quilt Appraisals Have you ever wondered how much your quilt is worth? It's time to find out! Dawn Hunt will be at Central Sewing during Saturday's Open House to appraise individual quilts.
12:00 Serger Shopping Pat Doerksen Why own a serger? When do you use 3 threads or 4 threads or cov- by appointment only erstitch? Get the facts at this class. Call 780.469.1147 to book your 1:30 Wonderful Wonderfil Marg Tyess from Wonderfil Threads appointment & for We've added new colours & threads more information. to our Wonderfil line. Join Marj as Costs: she shows you the features of each Insurance or general thread. Free thread giveaways too! interest appraisal
$75.00/quilt +GST Market value, donation Debbie Levesque and/or estate appraisal Debbie will introduce you to some $100.00/quilt +GST
3:00 Notion Commotion
new notions available at Central.
Attention ALL QUILTERS
Sep 25 6:00 - 8:30
Cheque or cash accepted
Cost:$35. +GST
Join Dawn Hunt for these exciting presentations.
Quilting Thru the Ages
In this information packed lecture Dawn will answer the ‘Who, What, Where, When, and Why’ of quilt-making through the centuries. You’ll be surprised at where it began and just how long quilting has been practiced. A Power Point presentation and quilts from Dawn’s collection will augment the lecture.
Valuing Your Work
All types of quilts whether they are old, new, works of art, block of the month, family heirloom, or flea-market find have value. Along with the sentimental value associated with these textiles, there is often also considerable monetary value. Dawn will explain what factors impact the value of quilts, why people should have quilts appraised, and what's involved in having a quilt appraised. If you are planning to sell, buy, bequeath, donate, raffle, exhibit or give a quilt as a gift you will want to attend! Join Dawn for a Power Point presentation and quilts from Dawn’s collection.
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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.
West 4594 Bev Grenier Thu Sep 17 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Sat Sep 26, Oct 03, 17 & 24 9:30 - 3:00 Length 22 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $165.+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.
South 4595 Eleanor McDonough Thu Oct 29 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Sat Nov 07 - Dec 05 9:30 - 3:00 No class Nov 21
West 4607 Pat Doerksen Wed Sep 23 (Orientation) 10:00 - 11:00 & Wed Sep 30 - Nov 25 10:00 - 1:00 No classes Oct 07 & Nov 11 Length 22 hrs (5 or 8 sessions) Cost $165.+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 projects.
South 4602 Barb Emerson Mon Sep 21 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Mon Sep 21 - Nov 23 6:30 - 8:30 Length 22 hrs (8 sessions)
No class Oct 12
Cost $165.+GST
Express Sewing (Levels 2 & 3)
Pat Doerksen
This class is for sewers who want to construct a specific project to increase their current sewing skills. Techniques include sleeves, buttonholes, collars, zippers, linings, etc. Your project and fabric will be selected with guidance from the instructor. West
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4613 Sat Oct 03, Nov 07 & Dec 05 10:00 - 3:30 Length 16½ hrs (3 sessions) Cost $132. +GST
kids` & teens` sewing
Kids’ Sewing
Advanced Kids’ Sewing
South Tuesdays Barb Emerson 4670 4:00 - 5:30 4671 5:45 - 7:15 South Wednesdays Barb Emerson 4672 11:00 - 12:30 4673 1:00 - 2:30 4674 2:45 - 4:15 South Thursdays Barb Emerson 4675 1:30 - 3:00 South Saturdays Jocelyne Bellavance 4666 9:30 - 11:00 4667 11:15 - 12:45 4668 1:00 - 2:30 4669 2:45 - 4:15 West Saturdays Diana Lieskovsky 4661 9:30 - 11:00 4662 11:00 - 12:30 4663 1:00 - 2:30 Length 1½ hr/class Cost $17./class +GST
South Thursdays Barb Emerson 4676 4:00 - 6:00 West Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 4664 4:00 - 6:00 Length 2 hrs/class Cost $17./class +GST (pd monthly)
These weekly 1½ hour classes are instructed in small groups. For children aged 7 & up. (Sep-Dec)
(pd monthly in advance)
Our weekly 2 hour classes are for children with previous sewing experience. (Sep-Dec)
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-Dec) South Thursdays Barb Emerson 4677 6:30 - 8:30 West Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 4665 6:00 - 8:00 Length 2 hrs/class Cost $17./class +GST (pd monthly)
adult + child sewing
Sampler Quilt In this Child/Adult class you will make a 9 block sampler quilt with sashing
Corinne Sutherland
and a single border along with binding. This quilt measures 46" x 46". The techniques included in these blocks include 9 patch, half-square triangles, flying geese, square-in-a-square and pieced triangles. Each child needs to be accompanied by an adult. Fabric is provided in class.
South 4678 Tue Sep 22, Oct 27, Nov 24, Jan 12, & Feb 23, Mar 15 & Apr 19 & May 24 5:30 - 8:00 Length 19 hrs (8 sessions) Cost $175. +GST
New sewer?
Baby Lock Katherine fits the bill
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wardrobe essentials
BECAUSE you asked for more pattern drafting
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. Prerequisite - basic sewing skills and some knowledge of fractions.
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computerized embroidery machine 100 built-in designs LCD touch screen 3 Alphabets USB key Built-in needle threader...
10:00 - 1:30 9:00 - 12:30 Cost $250.+GST
No class Sep 26 & Oct 10
Zippers Made Easy 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 4608 Fri Nov 13 Length 4 hrs (1 session)
10:00 - 2:00 Cost $36.+GST
swiss design
quilter's dream
eXpressive 820
South 4628 Sat Sep 19 - Nov 28 West 4703 Thu Oct 01 - Nov 26 Length 27 hrs (9 sessions)
prevent back ache!
Central Sewing carries a variety of serger & sewing machine cabinets.
elna
easy cover coverstitch
14 stitch programs including Cover hem & Chain stitch
large work surface 72⅛″W x 40″D x 35″H compact storage 16¼″W x 40″D x 35″H
Model 3000 Craft and Cutting Table.
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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 South 4635 4636 4637 4638
Thursdays Sep 24 & Oct 01 Sep 24 & Oct 01 Nov 12 & 19 Nov 12 & 19
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
West 4621 4622 4651 4652
Tuesdays Sep 15 & 22 Sep 15 & 22 Oct 27 & Nov 03 Oct 27 & Nov 03
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
Bring your own serger and learn serging basics. Topics will include how to thread, operate & adjust your serger, rolled hems as well as maintenance and troubleshooting.
South Thursdays 4629 Sep 17 1:00 - 3:30 4630 Sep 17 6:00 - 8:30 4631 Oct 08 1:00 - 3:30 4632 Oct 08 6:00 - 8:30 4639 Dec 10 1:00 - 3:30 4640 Dec 10 6:00 - 8:30 West 4617 4618 4619 4620
Tuesdays Sep 29 Sep 29 Oct 20 Oct 20
1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30
FREE with machine purchase from Central Sewing Machines.
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.
Cost FREE with machine purchase or $50.+GST if not purchased at Central Sewing
BABY LOCK
Sewing Machines HUSQVARNA Sewing Machines Oct 22 & 29 6:00 - 9:00 South 4657 Thu Oct 22 & 29 Nov 26 & Dec 03 1:00 - 4:00 1:00 - 4:00 Oct 06 & 13 1:00 - 4:00 South 4660 Thu Nov 26 & Dec 03 Nov 10 & 17 6:00 - 9:00 6:00 - 9:00 West 4654 Tue Oct 06 & 13 BABY LOCK Embroidery Machines 6:00 - 9:00 South 4691 Fri Oct 30 10:00 - 1:00 West 4655 Tue Nov 10 & 17 South 4692 Fri Nov 27 10:00 - 1:00 1:00 - 4:00
South 4658 Thu South 4659 Thu West 4653 Tue West 4656 Tue
BERNINA
Sewing Machines HUSQVARNA 1:00 - 4:00 Embroidery Machines 1:00 - 4:00 South 4693 Fri Oct 23 10:00 - 1:00 South 4694 Fri Nov 20 10:00 - 1:00 BERNINA Embroidery Machines South 4717 Wed Nov 05 1:00 - 4:00
South 4715 Wed Oct 07 South 4716 Wed Oct 21
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Destiny
Length 2½ hrs (1 session) Cost FREE with machine purchase $25.+GST if not purchased at Central
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Baby Lock
Ovation Imagine Enlighten
Baby Lock offers a line of stress-free sergers!
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Baby Lock
serge ahead
Classes
Serger Baby Quilt
with Donna Robinson
Western Canada Baby Lock Rep
West 4609 Fri Oct 30 10:00 - 4:30 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $54.+GST
Exploring the Baby Lock Destiny
Explore some of the features of the Baby Lock Destiny: learn how to topstitch a hem or cuff with the stitching exactly the same distance from the edge; use the digital dual foot for perfect couching; scan an embroidered design and add stippling; discover the quilting echo effect. And, after creating your own appliqué design, stitch it out on an Embroidery Buddy Christmas Stocking. South 4720 Wed Nov 04 Length 4½ hrs (1 session)
Getting To Know Your Ovation Serger
Linda Ferguson
We will go through Chainstitch, various Wave Stitches and uses for various size Coverhems. You must have taken "Getting To Know Your Serger" to learn the basic threading techniques.
South 4633 Thu Nov 13 1:00 - 3:30 Length 2½ hrs (1 session) FREE with machine purchase from Central Sewing Machines
10:00 - 3:00 Cost $30. +GST
Kit valued at $10 included Lunch included
There are 22 different feet available for the Ovation. In this class, see how to use some of these time-saving feet. Learn how to play with heavier threads to achieve some great effects while using several attachments such as the quilt guide, the curve foot and the clear foot. Use the wide belt loop foot to make straps for a bag, the pin tucking foot for the best pin tucks ever and the chain stitch foot to attach ribbon. See how to make perfect circles with the Ovation's extension table too.
South 4721 Thu Nov 05 10:00 - 3:00 Length 4½ hrs (1 session) Cost $30. +GST Kit valued at $10 included Lunch included
South 4634 Thu Nov 18 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
1:00 - 3:30 Cost $39.+GST
Kit valued at $12 included
Linda Ferguson
Have you neglected the wonderful feet for your Baby Lock serger? Join Linda for 3 hours of hands-on learning. You will be amazed at what your serger feet can do for you. Prerequisite: Getting to Know Your Serger or equivalent.
South 4690 Sat Oct 31 West 4695 Tue Nov 24 West 4696 Tue Nov 24 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
Kit valued at $7 included
Learn about all the wonderful stitches you have on your Baby Lock Unity or Journey machine. Make a Stitch Art Sampler that can be hung on your wall. Decorative threads, ribbons and cord will make this a wonderful piece of art for your home. Also learn how to tame Minky fabric with the digital dual foot.
Linda Ferguson
Baby Lock Serger Foot Class
5:00 - 9:00 5:00 - 9:00 Cost $15. +GST
Learning the Unity & Journey
Ovation Serger Foot Class
Let's learn all the wonderful techniques you can do with the extra feet you have for your Ovation. You must know how to thread your serger for basic 4 thread, 3 thread and rolled hem. A kit will be supplied at the time of the class.
New for the Ovation
South 4706 Wed Nov 04 West 4707 Thu Nov 05 Length 4 hrs (1 session)
Pat Doerksen
Your serger makes quilting fast and easy! Combine 3 fabrics plus border and binding into a lap size quilt that uses a unique method to quilt as you go. Choose bright, pastel or wild quilting fabrics and let the fun begin. This is a great project to learn how to use your serger or as a refresher.
Handheld Electric Rotary Cutter
• c uts heavy material • b uilt to work hard • reliable • quiet
10:00 - 1:00 1:00 - 4:00 6:00 - 9:00 Cost $39. +GST
Kit valued at $12 included
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of wheeled bags!
Transport your
machines to & fro
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webinars
with Bev Shumilak
Bernina Software Inspiration Join Bev for this monthly club in Webinar format to learn more about your software. This class will focus on Version 7. Learn new software techniques each month and then take home a DVD of project instruction and videos. Classes are held monthly. South 4624
Length 8 hrs (4 sessions)
Wed Sep 23, Oct 28, Nov 25 & Dec 12 10:00 - 12:00 Cost $48. +GST
Design Works DECODED Webinars that demonstrate simple DesignWorks Software techniques to inspire the use of the DesignWorks tools. A DVD will accompany each class.
South 4625 Wed Sep 23, Oct 28, Nov 25 & Dec 12 1:00 - 3:00 Length 8 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
All About ME (Machine Embroidery)
Virtual Webinars are fun & informative. Join us at each monthly webinar . See firsthand how to create each project and go home with a DVD of project notes & files. This is a monthly club that focuses on machine embroidery. South 4623 Sat Oct 03, 24, Nov 21 & Dec 12 1:00 - 3:00 Length 8 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $48. +GST
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Brilliant sewing & embroidery machine!
embroidery Embroidery Basics
Debbie Levesque
Learn how needles, threads and stabilizers interact with the different embroidery designs and fabrics available. This lecture will provide helpful information and notes for future projects. Bring samples & questions.
West 4615 Sat Oct 17 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
software
9:30 - 12:30 Cost $27. +GST
Husqvarna 6D Mystery Bev Shumilak
The mystery of 6D continues. We will explore the many features found in the 6D Professional Software. Join Bev as she shares the 6D experience with you! Too good to miss! Take home DVD to practice after class.
South 4689
Tue
Sep 15, Oct 20 & Nov 17 1:00 - 3:00 Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $100. +GST
computer basics
Debbie Levesque
Computers are a great source for quilting and embroidery designs and projects. Learn how to browse for designs and how to save them so you can find them again. Also, we will discuss the purchase options of designs and how to download them in a usable format. If you like, bring your PC. West
4616 Sat
Oct 17 1:00 - 3:00 Length 2 hrs (1 session) Cost $18. +GST
specialty threads
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Invisafil 100wt 2 ply soft polyester Kofetti 50wt 3 ply Egyptian cotton Mirage 30wt multicoloured rayon Tutti 41 variegated colours t 50wt 3 ply Egyptian cotton thread tha
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Pure Couture
with Trudy Jansen
Pant Drafting and Fitting Workshop
Back by popular demand. Recently relocated in Calgary, Trudy has agreed to come back to her old home turf to teach her popular Pant Fitting Workshop. In this workshop, draft your pattern according to personal measurements (much easier than you think) . Then, cut a trial pair of pants, fit, alter if necessary and transfer the alterations to the original draft, so you have a well-fitted pattern to work with all the time. Then we cut and sew the final pants according to the style you want. Working in a classroom environment will give you a lot of experience in fitting as you see your fellow students being fitted. South 4702 Wed & Thu Sep 30 & Oct 01 9:00 - 4:00 & Fri Oct 02 9:00 - 12:00 Length 17 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $240. +GST
rug hooking
Christmas is coming! But do not panic; let's make a cute Christmas table mat using a unique and traditional process. Welcome to the wonderful art of traditional rug hooking to make our table mat. It is fun, inspiring and easy to do. You will be able to complete this within the 4 weeks and be ready for the holidays!
Mini Blind Hemmer
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WHAT'S N E W
from the Husqvarna Dealer Convention Bev & Bernice are attending the Husqvarna Dealer Convention in Las Vegas. This is where they introduce all the latest and greatest products from sewing machines, sergers, software (6D Premier+), notions, machine accessories, embroidery designs etc. Join Bev at the south store and Bernice at the west store as they share "all things wonderful" from this convention. Special pricing will be offered on new Husqvarna product. Register early to ensure a seat.
with Janet McLean
Husqvarna
South 4603 Tue Oct 20 - Nov 10 6:00 - 8:00 Length 8 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $132. +GST Kit valued at $60 included
Rowenta
PRESSURE IRON & STEAMER
easy & efficient ironing xceptional • E pressure sistant • Scratch re soleplate • Vertical & m ea st le ab vari
VIKING®
Sapphire
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top-of-the-line sewing & quilting machine • Interactive Color Touch Screen • Straight Stitch Plate • Side-motion sewing for wider stitches • Large area to the right of the needle
South 4700 Thu Oct 22 1:00 - 3:00 West 4701 Thu Oct 29 1:00 - 3:00 Length 2 hrs (1 session) Cost FREE
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Handi Quilter
Long Arm Event
with Allison Spence
What's a quilting cabinet? A sewing machine cabinet offering extra space and support for quilts and quilting machines. It offers an extra fold-up leaf to instantly extend your surface. Central Sewing has many models from which to choose.
coupons Scissor Sharpening
2 for 1 Sep 21-25/15
Amish Diamond Table Runner
In this class, you will quilt an actual quilt. Learn and practice a variety of block, sashing and border designs. You will receive the quilt pattern to piece at home before the class. This will optimize your in-class quilting time. This class has a very limited enrollment so register early. South 4708 Thu Oct 08 Length 6 hrs (1 session)
10:00 - 4:30 Cost $250. +GST
Sashings and Borders
Explore the endless possibilities and variations that can be quilted in two 6" 2-6" wide sections. Play with changing the direction and size of designs that can be used in sashings and borders. Explore the freedom of making variations to make unique designs! South 4697 Fri Oct 09 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
9:00 - 12:00 Cost $125. +GST
Quilt It - My Way
Learn how to combine two or more quilting motifs to add texture and visual interest to your quilting. Use design elements from the quilt top to create stunning background or all over fill designs. South 4709 Fri Oct 09 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
1:00 - 4:00 Cost $125. +GST
Technique Class
Start with a simple meander or loop design— shapes that are easy to stitch. Go further and learn 5 basic shapes of free motion quilting and how to use and combine them in a quilt. Learn how to re-create a variety of quilting designs effortlessly and to achieve unique designs for your quilting. Quilt on a long arm in Central`s studio.
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South 4709 Sat Oct 10 10:00 - 4:30 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $250. +GST
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A sewing machine with features to help you finish quilts of all sizes!
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What's a long arm machine? ☐ Finish your quilts faster ☐ Finish your quilts more easily ☐ Finish your quilts more professionally ☐ Customize your quilting ☐ Offer professional quilting services Longarm quilting machine includes: a sewing machine head • s ewing head is placed on a moveable track system • either hand- or computer-guided rollers and worktable • c an accommodate up to king-sized quilts • r ollers ensure that layered material is smooth & taut CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147
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quilt workshops
with Joan Statz
Appliquilt In this weekend workshop, choose one of Joan's unique appliquilt wallhanging patterns or design your own. Extra kits available.
South 4605 Fri & Sat Oct 23 & 24 9:00 - 4:00 Length 13 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $110. +GST
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Volunteers
Central's Volunteer Sewers are very pleased to announce that our home base will remain at Central Sewing Machine's south store. We are a very dedicated Volunteer group that will continue to sew for WIN House, meeting sew e m o C every Monday, except holidays. Together with us!!! with our sponsors, Central Sewing Machines & ns? io t s e Qu Apollo Sunrooms, it remains a "WIN WIN" for Call 7 14 .1 WIN House. 69 780.4 christine
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Volunteers
The fun & productivity con- Vo lunteer tinue—the Town and Coun- sewers and try Sewers churn out more donations of quilt cottons w elcome. quilts, pajamas and bags Call for children being helped by 780.4 86.0047 the Zebra Child Protection Agency, often while learning new quilting techniques at the same time! We meet on the 1st & 3rd Thursday afternoon of each month from 1 - 4 at Central's west location.
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Free Motion Quilting
In this Friday class, learn tips for successful free motion quilting.
South 4604 Sat Nov 07 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $65. +GST
Beautiful Bindings
Lois Miller Now that you have your quilt quilted it's time to finish the job with a be autiful binding. We will try several variatio ns of regular straight edge binding plus wh at to do when you have a curved edge. No -one will be able to find your invisible startend join either and it's easy to do.
South 4650 Thu No v 26 6:00 - 9:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session ) Cost $27.+GST
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quilting classes Beginning to End
Linda Stolee
Have you always wanted to quilt but were afraid to try? This is a perfect class for learning from the very beginning (what fabric to choose, notions that are helpful), to quilting your quilt and then binding. You create a generous lap sized quilt (approximately 50" x 60") in the Streak of Lightning pattern. You'll learn techniques to help you create more quilts in the future. The first 2 hour class will be nonsewing as you'll learn about the fabric choices, fabric colour and value selections and have a tour of the notions in the store. West 4606 Mon Sep 28 - Nov 16 1:00 - 3:00
No class Oct 12
Length 20 hrs (7 sessions) Cost $150. +GST
Super Sampler
Lois Miller
Just getting started in quilting? Learn the basics of Patchwork by making this sampler quilt. You can make it as small as a wall hanging or as big as a king size. The blocks can be 9" or 12" finished and you can make as many block variations as you want. An orientation class will help you choose your fabrics and quilting supplies. Lots of written notes to take home too. Good for beginners.
South 4627 Tue Oct 20 6:00 - 7:00 & Tue Oct 27 - Nov 17 6:00 - 9:00 Length 13 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $117. +GST
Mastering the One-Block Wonder Quilt Opal Blackstock
We have all seen those glorious large print fabrics—but how do we effectively incorporate them into a quilt? The answer is to let them stand on their own! Using the techniques of One-Block Wonder, select a single fabric, and with precise cutting and sewing, create unique kaleidoscope blocks. The result is a striking and one-of-a-kind quilt—you will not be able to stop at just one quilt. You’ll want to make more! For experienced quilters only! South 4698 Thu Oct 15 & 29 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $54. +GST
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Ten Month Mystery Block Quilt Jan Fowler
Even this experienced instructor and seasoned quilter found a few blocks she had never seen before. Learn to perfect points, how to prevent stretched borders and add flare to any block with a switch up of fabric choice. Quilt size 64" x 68"—add a simple border later to enlarge it if you like. For beginner to advanced quilters
South 4626 Mon Sep 28, Oct 19, & Nov 23, Dec 07, Jan 18, Feb 22, & Mar 21, Apr 18, May 16, Jun 13 6:00 - 9:00 Length 31 hrs (10 sessions) Cost $232. +GST
She Sells Seashells
Lois Miller
If you've heard of the clamshell quilt pattern, you know it's got a lot of curved piecing. Not on this one. A bias edge and appliqué will eliminate all that pesky curved piecing. And, best of all, go for the scrappy version and use some of your stash to create something truly unique. Striped fabric for the bias adds some extra pizzazz. South 4648 Mon Oct 26 & Nov 02 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $54. +GST
False Trapunto Table Runner
Debbie Levesque
Come practice the art of False Trapunto. Using three 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 4614 Sat Nov 07 & 21 9:30 - 4:30 Length 14 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $117. +GST
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Stained Glass - Bias Tape Method
Lois Miller
Make one of two table runners or choose some other stained glass pattern for this class. Gridded interfacing will really simplify the center part of the runners. You can use prepurchased bias or make your own. A contrasting non-Christmas fabric on the back will make it a runner you can use year-round. South 4641 Mon Nov 09 & 16 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $54. +GST
Triangle Toss
Lois Miller
For a more modern looking quilt, you can try the Triangle Toss. Lots of negative space will give it a more contemporary flair. Use a selection of scraps or new fabrics for the triangles and a neutral fabric for the background and you're good to go. You can even make it as big or small as you want by changing the number of blocks.
South 4649 Thu Nov 12 & 19 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $54. +GST
Pointless Square in a Square
Marj O`Hara
L e t ’s h a v e s o m e fun doing On Point Squares that are Pointless. This method can be used with any size square.
South 4699 Mon Oct 05 5:00 - 9:00 West 4712 Sat Nov 14 10:00 - 2:00 Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $36. +GST
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quilt embellishments
BACK by popular demand
Inktense Pencils on Fabric Ginette Guevremont Reconnect with your inner child - remember the old colouring books? How relaxing it was to just colour away with your pencils and crayons? This class will set you free to enjoy an easy way to add pizzazz and surface designs to fabric by using special crayons. A few simple tools and you can colour a full design onto a whole cloth or plain block, or add dimension and texture over a coloured background. We will explore the many possibilities offered by these wonderful colouring implements. South 4642 Sat Oct 10 West 4643 Sat Oct 24 Length 4 hrs (1 session)
9:30 - 1:30 10:00 - 2:00 Cost $36. +GST
holiday quilting projects Fall/Halloween Runner Jan Fowler Twister Jack
Fall/Halloween has the most beautiful colours to dress up your home. Some runners have a twist, some have a bonus little project that will surprise you. Starting and finishing a project in 3 hours is so inspiring. South 4645 Thu Oct 01 6:00 - 9:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $27. +GST
Christmas Table Runner
Jan Fowler
Dress up your table for the holiday season with this stunning runner. The pattern can easily be adjusted to be the right length for your table. No special rulers needed and the pattern is provided by the instructor. Choose Christmas fabric for the backing so you have two options. South 4646 Thu Nov 05 6:00 - 9:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $27. +GST
Christmas Elegance Under your Tree Opal Blackstock
Dress up your Christmas Tree with a new skirt or create one as a gift. But start now; Christmas is truly just around the corner!
South 4697 Fri Nov 06 10:00 - 4:30 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $54. +GST
Marj O`Hara
How about a new Halloween Project? Twister Jack uses the "Lil Twister" tool to make your project spin. The pattern uses 2½" - 5" squares. You decide what size will work for you. A fun project to use up some of your stash fabrics. South 4596 Wed Oct 21 & 28 10:00 - 2:00 Length 8 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $72. +GST
Deep In the Woods Twister Tree
Marj O`Hara
C ontinuing with the "Twister" theme, lets do a seasonal tree wall hanging. A fun little project watching the blocks spin the tree to life.
South 4597 Wed Nov 18 & 25 10:00 - 2:00 Length 8 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $72. +GST
Learn Paper Piecing
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 that wow the viewer. We will work on a table topper with various motifs so you can try your hand and experience the ease of sewing smaller pieces using special foundation paper to create intricate designs. West
4644 Sat Nov 14 9:30 - 4:30 Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $58. +GST
Bernina
Nothing sews like a Bernina. Nothing.
Q20 longarm quilting machine
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Central's Longarm Studio Deciding on Surface Design
After many hours of carefully selecting a pattern, colours & piecing a quilt together, how do you decide on the stitching design? What will enhance the beauty of your quilt? Learn the secrets to surface design and the diagnostic questions that will make decisions easier! Bring a couple of quilts for analysis to head you on the path to success. Class notes included.
South 4685 Mon Sep 21 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $100. +GST
with Connie Anderson
Zen Quilting Straight Talk Sequel with a Curve!
—LARGER than Life! Zen just got bigger! Create your own ZEN for a small wall hanging. Freehand micro quilting and doodling never looked so fantastic together! A 3½" paper tile is transformed into a work of art! Find out HOW in this 2-session class.
Some homework required.
South 4687 Fri Sep 18 10:00 - 12:00 & Fri Sep 25 10:00 - 1:00 Length 5 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $120. +GST
Here's your opportunity to learn how to use rulers for accuracy in design and to generate new quilting ideas! Create new designs, the fast, accurate and simple way! Make a sampler in class for your inspiration. At least 1 ruler is needed for class.
South 4679 Tue Sep 08 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
10:00 - 1:00 Cost $100. +GST
Templates & Rulers Stylus & adapter
Central's Longarm Club
Central's Longarm Club is growing! Don't miss out on the sharing and education directed by our longarm educator, Connie Anderson. Learn about great products and gadgets designed to make your longarm quilting fun and easy. Get advice from other quilters and grow in knowledge, expertise and enjoyment of longarm quilting! Plus brief and informational instruction on techniques to help hone your skill! Show and tell is always a part of the fun! We meet once a month, from 1 - 3 on a Saturday afternoon.
Longarm Club
Longarm Club is free but registration is required. Register early - club is limited to 20 participants.
South 4688 Length 2 hrs
Sat Sep 19 (1 session)
1:00 - 3:00 Cost FREE
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Handi Quilter Sweet 16
Handi Quilter 16", 18" or 24" throat space speed —up to 2200 stitches/min powerful motor precision stitching easy-to-use touch screen well-lit workspace
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Quilt on your Own in Central
ite for This class is a prerequis gram. pro tal Central's machine ren l prewil The hands-on training ilts. qu pare you to finish your own garm Become a professional lon quilter! South 4680 Fri Sep 11 10:00 - 1:00 South 4681 Mon Sep 14 10:00 - 1:00 South 4682 Tue Sep 22 10:00 - 1:00 sion) ses Length 3 hrs (1 machine h wit EE Cost FR purchase OR $150. +GST
Longarm Machine Rental
Handi Quilter long arm class
Dreaming of finishing your quilts on a longarm machine? Now you can! Simply take the Training Orientation class to prepare the way! Learn how to operate a longarm, adjust tensions and place continuous rows of pantograph. Be the star of your own quilts and have fun doing it! Booking of time necessary to ensure your place. Rent by the hour in 2-6 hour increments.
Did you just get a Prostitcher for your Handi Quilter and are not sure how to use it? Then this is the class for you. We will cover all the basics to get your designs onto your quilt and in the right sizes and places. Interested in 'edge to edge' quilting? We'll cover that too.
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Welcome to the best way to finish quilts Machine Features:
Handi Quilter Infinity26
with Lois Miller
Sewing's Long Arm Studio
Training Orientation /TNT for Longarm Rental
rental Includes a 4 hour machine
Prostitcher Class
• 26 inch long arm • 3100 stitches per minute • Comfort-fitTM handlebars • Easy-Touch Tension™ with stored presets • On-screen hand wheel • Project timer & stitch counters • Programmable handlebar buttons • Thread-break alarm • Bobbin-use estimator • Low-bobbin alarm • Large-capacity bobbin • Quilt-view camera with Quilters Eye technology
South 4647 Sat Oct 03 10:00 - 12:00 Length 2 hrs (1 session) Cost $18. +GST
South 4683 Tue Sep 15 10:00 - 4:00 South 4684 Mon Sep 28 10:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $150. +GST
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Wednesday & Thursday September 02 & 03
Husqvarna Event Designer Diamond Royale - Experience It!
The Designer Royale line of sewing and embroidery machines offer so much to sewers that you will want to experience firsthand many of these exciting features. Spend 3 hours with a member of the Husqvarna Viking Education team as you work on the Designer Diamond Royale to personalize a Pashmina Scarf with unique decorative stitches and embroidery. South 4713 Thu Oct 29 West 4714 Fri Oct 30 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
9:00 - 12:00 9:00 - 12:00 Cost $25. +GST
Embroidery Software Revealed
Husqvarna`s software specialist will take you on an eye-opening tour of our embroidery software systems. Find out which embroidery software is right for you while touring the various embroidery software options. Using Windows or Mac based embroidery software systems, your creative possibilities are endless!
Designed by a quilter for quilters
South 4719 Thu Oct 29 West 4718 Fri Oct 30 Length 3 hrs (1 session)
Husqvarna
1:00 - 4:00 1:00 - 4:00 Cost $20. +GST
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Central Sewing offers leasing options to businesses. Option to purchase available.
Final Clearance DTG—garment inkjet printer
In a matter of minutes, you can print on textiles, natural fibres and canvas. Great for promotional products and apparel decorating industries!
CAMs Rhinestone Machine
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Bernina
Ricky Tims BERNINA 350 Special Edition
Ricky Tims is an award-winning quilter, fabric designer & musician
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 by Beverly Johnson of Hamilton, Ontario.
Changing Your Bra Design
In this one day class, learn how to make design changes to your basic bra pattern. This includes changes to the cup, band and straps. Use the alterations to draft your new pattern. There will not be enough time to make a complete bra in class. Kits and materials will be available for purchase. Prerequisite: Basic Bra class
South 4610 Tue Oct 13 9:00 - 5:00 Length 7½ hrs (1 session) Cost $112. +GST
The 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 is included.
Craft Robo Pro—electronic cutter
Perfect for all kinds of media cutting applications: vinyl, heat and image transfer media, cardstock, contour cut stickers, labels, hang tags, stencil cutting, scrapbooking and much more!
Bra Making
South 4611 Wed & Thu Oct 14 & 15 9:00 - 5:00 Length 14 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $275. +GST Kit valued at $50. included
2 Bras - 1 Class
Shelley Designer Bra—Use your beginner bra pattern to draft the pattern for this bra, inspired by a $200 designer bra from Europe. It has several features to make the bra supportive and gives a "just lost 10 lbs. look". Partial Band Bra - This is a frameless bra and depends on wires for its support. The bridge and band are completely separate from one another. This bra features underwires as part of the design.
South 4612 Thu Oct 15 6:00 - 9:00 Fri & Sat Oct 16 & 17 9:00 - 4:00 Length 17 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $355. +GST Kits valued at $90. included
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