Central Sewing Newsletter #67 by Central Sewing Machines

Central Sewing News Issue No. 67

FALL sewing Classes

2013

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

2013 is Central Sewing`s

OPEN HOUSE Saturday September 21 9:00 - 5:00 See page 3 for more information.

Bernina Space Speed Precision

Unity

With the revo lutionary walking foot & sensor pen!

Digital Dual-Feed System and the Sensor Pen make sewing, quilting and embroidery easier. Effortlessly blend your love of sewing and embroidery with the Baby Lock Unity.

Creative clutter is better than idle neatness.

Bernina DesignWorks Software Suite

creativity in 3 new dimensions

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CutWork

PaintWork

Bernina 710, 750, 780

NEW software

available at

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Watch for anniversary specials and events throughout the year. Without YOU, ntral Sew our valued customer, Ce this would not have years been possible. 63 Thank you! - 2013

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50th anniversary!

Home Decor Scrap Rug

Lois Miller

Scraps of warm and natural batting with some simple strips can become a placemat (or a rug, table runner or mug rug). If you always wondered what to do with your really small scraps, this is the answer. Maybe you just want to try out some of the decorative stitches on your machine. Either way, you will be pleased with your finished project. South 3833 Sat Oct 26 Length 3 hrs (1 session)

10:00 - 1:00 Cost $24. +GST

Thank you to everyone

Learn To Sew for the Home

Pat Doerksen

Sew a cushion cover using techniques to insert cording, turn corners and sew various closures. Go on to complete a simple window valance with rod pocket headings and learn basic hemming methods. Find out how to transform these techniques into tab top drapes too! Pat will contact you prior to class regarding window measurements for the valence. Knowledge of sewing machine operation required.

South 3792 Thu Oct 31 Length 6 hrs (1 session)

Make the most of your sewing time— Get organized !

who celebrated my 50th birthday with me. Many thanks for those who came as well as those who sent wishes. It was truly an unexpected addition to my day. Join us for more special events as we celebrate Central Sewing's 50th anniversary. Randy

9:30 - 4:00 Cost $48. +GST

☐  move easily between machines ☐  keep your sewing organized ☐ hydraulic lift included ☐prevent back ache! 

Corner Cabinet Model 135O

• Combined sewing machine & serger cabinet

Sewing/Serger Model 1OOO • Your machines & storage at your fingertips

Bags, Bags, Bags ............................................. 6 Bra Making with Margaret Ferguson

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Creative Sewing .............................................. 7

What's Inside

Embroidery Classes ......................................... 11

Getting to Know Your Machines Home Decor

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Joan Statz’ Classes ......................................... 13 Kids’ & Teens’ Sewing Classes ........................ 5 Learn to Sew

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Longarm Classes & Club ....................... 14, 15 Open House

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Pure Couture with Trudy Jansen

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Quilt Artistry with Brandy Lynn Maslowski

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Quilting Classes .................................. 12, 13, 16 Serger Classes

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Silhouette Cameo ............................................. 3 Software & Computer Classes .................... 10, 11 Tips on Buttonholes .................... 9 Wardrobe Essentials ....... 6

Sewing Machine Cabinet Model 61O • 3 step lift raises & lowers machine effortlessly • Compact cabinet with castors

Craft/Cutting Table Model 3OOO • Perfect height for cutting • Accommodates 10 drawers • Sturdy base with 6 castors

Free t inser r models

Cabinet Insert

• Custom-ordered to fit your machine

Organize your space! Organize your space! on floo antities while qlaust

CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147 West 780.486.0047

OPEN HOUSE Sat Sep 21 9 - 5 free demos door prizes in-store specials

9:30 50 Nifty Notions

Free Seminars West Bev Shumilak

11:00 Fashion Show (from 50's to today) Trudy Jansen

12:30 50 Reasons to Make These Bags

Shirley Keller

2:00 50 Hints & Tricks for Quilting Fun 3:30 50 Nifty Teacher Tips

Jan Fowler

9:30 50 Serger & Knit Tips 11:00 Drafting Tips

Aradhana Shah

12:30 50 Nifty Notions

Debbie Levesque

2:00 Tips for the Cameo Cutter

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• Let your workspace shine with Stadium Lighting™

• Phenomenal processing speed!

• Comes with four embroidery hoops including XL 8"x12" & quilt hoop 8"x8"

Cameo, Cameo Fun!

• Extra large colour touch screen for previewing designs & stitches

Turn your inspiration into reality.

Judy Steer

Come, learn and play with this new toy for crafty people. Judy will show you the most amazing techniques and the most awesome products. South 3907 Wed Oct 30 & Nov 06 6:00 - 9:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $58. +GST Kit valued at $10 included

electronic cutting tool • Built-in Needle Cam™ ensures precise needle placement for embroidery & sewing

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Silhouette

Silhouette Cameo ™ • Automatic needle threader and ability to cut jump stitches automatically

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Plan to join us for the whole day!

• Largest sewing bed and workspace available —50 square inches!

Bernice Montoya

Lois Miller

Charity BBQ South Sat Sep 21 11:30 - 2:00

Ellisimo

Pat Doerksen

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baked goodies

Free Seminars South

☐  c uts paper, vinyl, fabric ☐ tiny holes in template plastic  cuts for attaching jewels or studs ☐  a ccess thousands of designs on the internet ☐  s tarter software included ☐  USB connection to computer

Most f l e x ib l e cutter on the market!

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Babylock s e rg e 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 3879 Thu Nov 14 6:00 - 9:00 West 3837 Sat Oct 26 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $36. +GST Kit valued at $12 included

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

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 more! Length 5 hrs (2 sessions) Cost FREE with machine purchase $50.+GST if not purchased at Central

South Thursdays 3773 Oct 03 & Oct 10 1:00 - 3:30 3774 Oct 03 & Oct 10 6:00 - 8:30

South 3767 3768 3769 3770

Thursdays Sep 19 & Sep 26 Sep 19 & Sep 26 Oct 17 & Oct 24 Oct 17 & Oct 24

1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30

West Tuesdays 3804 Sep 17 & Sep 24 3805 Sep 17 & Sep 24 3806 Oct 22 & Oct 29 3807 Oct 22 & Oct 29 3808 Nov 19 & Nov 26 3809 Nov 19 & Nov 26

West Tuesdays 3810 Oct 01 & Oct 08 3811 Oct 01 & Oct 08 3812 Nov 05 & Nov 12 3813 Nov 05 & Nov 12 3814 Dec 03 & Dec 10 3815 Dec 03 & Dec 10

1:00 - 3:30 6:00 - 8:30 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 3781 Wed Nov 13 1:00 - 4:00 West 3817 Wed Nov 13 6:00 - 9:00

Husqvarna 2 Decorative Stitches South 3784 Wed Nov 13 6:00 - 9:00 West 3820 Wed Nov 13 1:00 - 4:00

Baby Lock 3 Embroidery Functions South 3782 Wed Nov 20 1:00 - 4:00 West 3818 Wed Nov 20 6:00 - 9:00

Husqvarna 3 Embroidery Functions South 3785 Wed Nov 20 6:00 - 9:00 West 3821 Wed Nov 20 1:00 - 4:00

Baby Lock 1 Utility Sewing South 3780 Wed Nov 06 1:00 - 4:00 West 3816 Wed Nov 06 6:00 - 9:00

Husqvarna 1 Utility Sewing South 3783 Wed Nov 06 6:00 - 9:00 West 3819 Wed Nov 06 1:00 - 4:00

New sewer? The BL40 fits the bill.   easy to use ☐   easy to thread ☐ ☐  built-in buttonhole ☐  sews knits & denim

Bernina

Bernina 1 South 3777 Wed Oct 09

Utility Sewing 6:00 - 9:00

Bernina 2 Decorative Stitches South 3778 Wed Oct 16 6:00 - 9:00 Bernina 3 Embroidery Functions South 3779 Wed Oct 23 6:00 - 9:00

Easy to u s e !

 excellent lighting ☐  utility & decorative stitches ☐  automatic needle threader ☐  quick set bobbin ☐ CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147 West 780.486.0047

Learn To Sew

Kids` & Teens` Sewing Kids’ Sewing

Learn To Sew 1 This program has been designed for students with little or no sewing experience. Learn how to read a pattern, handle fabrics, and operate a sewing machine. Sew a simple garment for yourself or for a child. West 3801 Thu Sep 26 (Orientation) Thu Oct 10 - Dec 05 Length 22 hrs (9 sessions)

Bev Grenier

6:00 - 8:00 6:00 - 8:30 Cost $143.+GST No class Oct 03 or 31

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.

These weekly 1½ hour classes are instructed in small groups. For children aged 7 & up. (Sep-May)

South Tuesdays Barb Emerson 3891 4:00 - 5:30 3892 5:45 - 7:15 South Wednesdays Barb Emerson 3908 11:00 -12:30 3893 1:00 - 2:30 3894 2:45 - 4:15 South Saturdays Corinne Sutherland 3887 9:30 - 11:00 3888 11:15 - 12:45 3889 1:00 - 2:30 3890 2:45 - 4:15 West Saturdays Diana Lieskovsky 3897 9:30 - 11:00 3898 11:00 - 12:30 3899 1:00 - 2:30 Length 1½ hr/class Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)

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.

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Learn To Sew 2 & 3

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South 3786 Eleanor McDonough Wed Oct 23 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 Sat Nov 09, 16, & 30, Dec 07 9:30 - 3:00 West 3799 Pat Doerksen Wed Oct 02 (Orientation) 10:00 - 12:00 Wed Oct 09 - Nov 27 10:00 - 12:30 Length 22 hrs (5 or 9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST

-elna swiss design

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elna

South 3844 Barb Emerson Wed Oct 02 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 Wed Oct 09 - Nov 27 6:00 - 8:30 West 3800 Pat Doerksen Mon Sep 23 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 Mon Sep 30 - Dec 02 6:00 - 8:30 Length 22 hrs (9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST

Supply lists

& class policies

are available at:

www.centralsewing.com

Our weekly 2 hour classes are for children with previous sewing experience. (Sep-May) South West West Length

Thursdays Barb Emerson 3895 4:00 - 6:00 Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3990 4:00 - 6:00 Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3901 4:00 - 6:00 2 hrs/class Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)

Teens’ Sewing

In these weekly 2 hour classes, the students will sew garments suited to their sewing ability. This class is for teens 13 & up. (Sep-May) South West West Length

Thursdays Barb Emerson 3896 6:30 - 8:30 Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3903 6:00 - 8:00 Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3902 6:00 - 8:00 2 hrs/class Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)

760

computerized sewing machine

No class Oct 14 or Nov 11

Advanced Kids’ Sewing

elna

7200

quilter's dream 126 stitches Stippling stitches LCD screen 2 alphabets Knee lift Built-in needle threader...

740

eXcellence -elna

swiss design

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wardrobe essentials Pant Drafting

Bags, Bags, Bags Aradhana Shah

Everyone should have a well-fitted pair of pants in their closet. You will learn to draft a basic pant block and make your very own designer pants.

West 3847 Thu Oct 03 - Nov 14 5:30 - 8:30 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $125. +GST No class Oct 31

Beginner Pattern Drafting

Aradhana Shah

Learn how to develop basic block patterns and measuring techniques to record dress 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.

This scarf is an easy project that is quick to complete. It makes a perfect gift and a staple in your wardrobe. One size fits all! South 3802 Wed Oct 16 Length 4 hrs (1 session)

12:00 - 4:00 Cost $32. +GST

DIY Hems

Bernina Simply stylish sewing

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With the new 3 series

Pat Doerksen

Avoid paying for hemming alterations in ready-made garments by doing it yourself. Bring a garment that needs hemming and receive instructions on the best hand and machine hemming methods. Go home with a hemmed garment, new skills and instructions. No sewing experience required. West 3794 Wed Oct 23 Length 4 hrs (1 session)

5:30 - 9:30 Cost $32. +GST

Couture Tricks and Tips

Pat Doerksen

Perfect collars, facings, darts, elegant seams, garment edges etc. don't just happen. They take skill and require processes that put you in control. Practice some easy, yet professional techniques that work to create couture finishes for your fashion sewing. West 3796 Fri Nov 01 Length 4 hrs (1 session)

Zippers Made Easy

10:00 - 2:00 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 3797 Thu Nov 07 Length 4 hrs (1 session) 6

10:00 - 3:00 Cost $71. +GST

Kit (fabric, strap and findings) valued at $35 included

5:30 - 8:30 Cost $156. +GST Linda Ferguson

South 3843 Sat Oct 19 Length 4Â˝ hrs (1 session)

Easy Ribbon Scarf

Shirley Keller

This bag is ideal for shopping or travelling and is completely washable. There is also a zippered pocket inside the middle section, passport & cell phone pockets and 2 outside open pockets. The adjustable shoulder strap can be worn over the shoulder or across the shoulder so you have hands free. This is a handy, well-designed, stylish bag! Make one for yourself today!

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West 3846 Fri Oct 04 - Nov 22 Length 24 hrs (8 sessions)

My Tropical Hobo Bag

10:00 - 2:00 Cost $32. +GST

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Bernina machines start as low as $799!

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Creative Sewing

Bra Making

Jazz Up Those Projects

with Margaret Ferguson

Ginette Guevremont

Here's a chance to play with the nifty decorative tools you've been meaning to try out. Jazz up a quilt, a garment or anything else you fancy. We will explore marking with oil sticks, textile pencils, foiling, stamping, stencils, Lutradur sheets and other goodies. South 3849 Sat Nov 09 West 3848 Sat Nov 23 Length 4 hrs (1 session)

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.

10:00 - 2:00 10:00 - 2:00 Cost $42. +GST

Kit valued at $10. included

Twisted Table Runner

Cathy McClean

A 10° ruler can do more than a spiral runner. Play with this ruler and create a custom table runner. Embellish your project with special threads such as Sulky Holoshimmer, Sliver and Blendables.

South 3826 Thu Nov 28 West 3825 Thu Nov 28 Length 3 hrs (1 session)

6:00 - 9:00 1:00 - 4:00 Cost $24. +GST

Grandma's Apron with a 10 ° Twist!

Cathy McClean Using your serger, decorative threads and the 10° ruler, create Grandma's apron with a modern twist. To finish off the apron, accent it with a Kanzashi flower. Check out other apron ideas in a mini trunk show too! South 3824 Thu Oct 17 6:00 - 9:00 West 3823 Thu Oct 17 1:00 - 4:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST A serger is required for this class

Bernina

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.

South 3563 Sat & Sun Sep 28 & 29 Length 14 hrs (2 sessions)

9:00 - 4:00 Cost $275. +GST

Kit valued at $50. included

The Shelley & Partial Band Bra 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 3564 Fri Oct 04 Sun Oct 05 & 06 Length 17 hrs (3 sessions)

6:00 - 9:00 9:00 - 4:00 Cost $355. +GST

Kits valued at $90. included

limite quan d tities

artista 730

• Over 850 stitches — 31 quilting stitches, • 9mm stitch width + sideways motion • Bernina® Exclusive—Bernina Stitch Regulator • Free Hand System for fast & easy sewing • Multiport Connectivity - directly with your PC • Bobbin winding while embroidering • Rescaling of Embroidery Designs

2 Day Workshop

For intermediate & advanced sewers

Congratulations! Lois Miller, one of Central Sewing's teachers & customers, won 1st place in her category and 2nd place in viewer's choice at the Edmonton & District Quilt Guild's ″Festival of Quilts″. The quilt is titled "Feathered Star". It is almost made entirely in the hoop in a class taught at Central Sewing this past session.

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Top serger features

• Amazing ExtraordinAir™ threading technology • Automatic thread delivery system for no tensions • Tubular loopers • Exclusive wave stitch • 3 LED lights • 4/3/2 thread serging

Serge Ahead Speedy Serger Shirt 2

Pat Doerksen

NEW PATTERN! Take your serging skills to the next level! Practice the fastest serger techniques for constructing a shirt for ladies, men or kids. Review serger threading, quick facings, collars, sleeves, hems. The supply list will suggest pattern & fabric choices. These techniques can be applied to other sewing projects.

BONUS - Learn to insert piping with the serger piping foot.

West 3795 Sat Oct 19 Length 7 hrs (1 session)

Bohemian Beauty

9:30 - 5:00 Cost $56. +GST

Debbie Levesque

With the help of your serger, add this gorgeous tiered skirt to your fall and winter wardrobe. With minimal measuring and fuss, you can whip up a few skirts in no time. West 3906 Sat Nov 02 Length 4 hrs (1 session)

Serger Baby Quilt

12:30 - 4:30 Cost $32. +GST

Pat Doerksen

Your serger makes quilting fast and easy! Combine 3 fabrics, a border and binding into a lap-size quilt with a quiltas-you-go method. Choose bright, pastel or wild fabrics, and let the fun begin. This is a great project to learn how to use your serger or to refresh your serger skills.

Baby Lock Imagine

stress-free serging

Check r out ou ion select of ed wheel bags!

Transport your machines e e r f s t r e s s i n g ! to & fro s e r g c k with ease! by Lo Ba e. Imagin

West 3798 Fri Nov 15 & Sat Nov 16 Length 9 hrs (2 sessions)

6:00 - 9:00 9:30 - 4:00 Cost $72. +GST

Serger Festive Flatlock Placemats

Pat Doerksen

It's amazingly easy to serge decorative placemat edges with your serger. Learn how to sew a flatlock stitch and a rolled hem with decorative threads. Finished with a flatlock lace application or with beautiful decorative threads. Add a rolled hem edge to a set of napkins. Ideal for beginner to advanced serger owners. South 3793 Tue Nov 19 Length 4 hrs (1 session)

12:00 - 4:00 Cost $36. +GST

Baby lock

Cover Stitch Features • Instant Jet-Air Threading™ • Colour Coded Tension System • Incl. Cover Stitch & Chain Stitch • Differential Feed • 1,300 St per Minute CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147 West 780.486.0047

Pure Couture Sew with Trudy Jansen! Winter/Car Coat

Help Hotline

Keep cozy this winter in a coat sewn with Trudy's new coat pattern. Elegant, warm and useful, this coat will take you through fall, winter and into spring. Make it long, medium or short using a fabric of your choice. Trudy's motto is "You are the designer! You can do anything you want!"

Join Trudy in this very popular, fun-filled course, where everybody sews anything they want or need. Trudy will help you fit and construct your projects and encourage you along the way. There are always many hints, tricks & details passed around too.

South 3885 Mon Sep 30, Oct 21, Nov 04 & 25 9:00 - 4:00 Length 24 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $208. +GST

South 3883 Mon Sep 23, Oct 07 & 28, & Nov 18, Dec 02 & 09 9:00 - 4:00 Length 36 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $300. +GST

Pant Fitting

Learn from the best! Trudy will teach you the art of drafting and customfitting a pair of pants. Make a trial pair, adjust your pattern, if necessary, and sew the final garment.

South 3884 Wed Sep 25, Oct 09 & 23, & Nov 06 & 20, Dec 04 6:00 - 9:00 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $156. +GST

Mini Blind Hemmer • g r e a t ing household sew for alterations & in • 1200 st per m • portable unit

planning • Shirts with a placket sew vertical buttonholes (except for the neck and sleeve edges)

NEW

LOW PRICE

• waists (pants, skirts, jackets) sew horizontal buttonholes • Buttonholes placement women—right side, men—left side

• heavy or napped fabrics— use a water soluble stabilizer on top • knits or unstable fabrics—use cording to prevent stretching

2 for 1 Nov 04-09/13

Books

25% OFF

Nov 18-23/13

Packaged Interfacing

FREE

Buttonhole Tips & Techniques

• LIGHTWEIGHT OR KNIT FABRICS—use extra stabilizer

Scissor Sharpening

Buy 2 Get 1

South 3886 Wed Oct 02, 16 & 30, & Nov 13 & Nov 27, & Dec 11 6:00 - 9:00 Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $156. +GST

stabilizing • Interface all buttonholes

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cutting • P lace a bead of fray check down the centre • If using seam ripper, place a pin at the end to avoid cutting too far • C ut open with a chisel cutter or seam ripper

Dec 02-07/13

All Threads in stock

25% OFF

1st Monday of Each Month

Coupons apply to in-stock items only. Just mention this ad at the time of purchase.

Tune-up Special

This coupon entitles you to a tune-up on your sewing machine or serger for only:

$10. OFF Expires Oct 31, 2013 *Parts & additional labour charges may apply.

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Software

Bernina

Software Sampler

5D Quilt Creator Mystery

Bev Shumilak

Join Bev for this monthly Bernina Version 6 Software Club in Webinar format to learn more about your software. View new projects each month and then take home a CD of project instruction and videos. Classes are held monthly.

The mystery of 5D Quilt Design Creator continues. These classes will delve deeper into all of the aspects of the software. Bring your computer to class with 5D Quilt Design Creator installed and work along with Bev or just come and watch. Take home a DVD of notes and videos.

South 3501 Wed 10:00 - 12:00 Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $30. +GST for remaining 3 classes You can purchase the full year or past webinars if desired. Just ask at the first class.

South 3776 Tue Sep 24,Oct 22, & Nov 12 10:00 - 12:00 Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $78. +GST

Wed Sep 25

Mixed Media What’s New Review Take a look at everything new in software. Review products that were released at BERNINA University and be inspired.

3 DVDs valued at $30. included

5D Mystery

Bev Shumilak

class.

The mystery of 5D continues. We will 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 DVD to practice after

Wed Oct 30

Holidays: Fiber Art Scarf Use yarns and fibers to create a custom scarf. A great way for using your scrap fabric!

Wed Nov 27

Holidays: Pocket Purse Create an “Inthe-Hoop” Pocket Purse. Fun to make and a great holiday gift!

South 3771 Tue Sep 24, Oct 22 & Nov 12 1:00 - 3:00 Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $78. +GST

modern technology by husqvarna viking.

Heirloom in the Hoop

A mechanical machine that is easy to use!

3 DVDs valued at $30. included

Dianne Boggs

Learn to create heirloom embroideries using your 5D software. Lace creation, cutwork designs, wing needle and twin needle work. South 3831 Sat Oct 05, Nov 02 & 30 10:00 - 1:00 Length 9 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $72. +GST

Embroidery & The Internet

Bev Shumilak

You have an embroidery machine and a computer but where do you go from there? Learn how to locate everything embroidery-oriented on the Internet—free embroidery designs, websites, search engines, computer organization, purchasing online, saving, printing, downloading. South 3787 Wed Oct 02 Length 3 hrs (1 session)

5:30 - 8:30 Cost $39. +GST

DVD valued at $15. included

Computer Basics for Sewers

Debbie Levesque

Computers are a great source for quilting and embroidery designs and projects. Learn how to browse for designs and save them so you can find them again! We will discuss purchase options and how to download designs in a usable format. If you like, bring your PC. West 3905 Sat Oct 26 Length 2 hrs (1 session) 10

1:30 - 3:30 Cost $16. +GST

EDEN ROSE™ 250M

• 22 Built-in stitches • Built-in needle threader • Snap on presser feet • Swedish design

EDEN ROSE™ 250C

A computerized machine with great features! • Exclusive Sewing Advisor • Large extended sewing surface • 145 stitches + 4 font styles

Husqvarna

VIKING®

Designer Diamond Deluxe Husqvarna’s brilliant sewing & embroidery machine!

♦ Large full colour screen ♦ Automatic pivot; great for appliqué ♦ 3 embroidery hoop sizes included ♦ Automatic jump stitch trim ♦ Updates via the Internet ♦ 5D Organizer software included CENTRAL SEWING South 780.469.1147 West 780.486.0047

Software

All About ME

Bev Shumilak (Machine Embroidery) Virtual Webinars are fun & informative. Join us at each monthly webinar (January to November). See firsthand how to create each project and take home a CD of project notes & files. This is a monthly club that focuses on Machine Embroidery. FOR ALL EMBROIDERY MACHINES.

South 3502 Sat Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Sat Sep 28

Keeping It Close Create a pocketed table topper for your bedside or end table to keep e-readers and other reading materials handy. Included is a discussion of how to quilt fabric layers together in the hoop.

Cost $30.

+GST

You can purchase the full year if desired. Just ask at your first class.

Sat Oct 26

Bag or Bag-ette? Here’s a bag to hold essentials,whether you`re going shopping or to a sewing class. The bag features zippered pouches to keep smaller items. Explore some do’s and don’ts for embroidering on laminated fabrics.

Sat Nov 23

Keep On Turning These unique 4-sided placemats will take you through the holiday season and beyond! Embroider designs on each side, and with just a few twists & turns, you'll have a set of placemats. Tips for embroidering over seams covered too.

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The fun and productivity continues. The Town and Country Sewers continue to churn out more quilts, pajamas and bags for children being helped by the Zebra Child Protection Agency, often while learning new quilting techniques at the same time! They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursday afternoon of each month from 1 - 4 at our west location. More sewers are always welcome and so would donations of quilting cottons and flannel.

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Master Your DesignWorks Software

Bev Shumilak

Bernina is on the cutting edge with their new DesignWorks software. It consists of 3 modules: CutWork, PaintWork and CrystalWork. Bring your laptop and work through the software along with Bev. Learn how to add cutwork to an existing design, create amazing appliqué, paint with your machine, add text on a path, use a scanner to trace a shape, use your webcam to create a design plus much more.

South 3845 Wed Sep 25, Oct 23 & 30, & Nov 27 1:00 - 3:00 Length 8 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $64. +GST DVDs valued at $30. included

embroidery 3T's To Embroidery Ease

Bev Shumilak

Everything you wanted to know about embroidery! A MUST for all embroidery machine owners! Learn tips, tricks and techniques to make your embroidery successful & rewarding. An understanding of stabilizers, needles & hooping helps eliminate the possibility of error. South 3880 Wed Oct 09 5:30 - 8:30 Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST

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.

April’s turnover to WIN House was the biggest in our West 3904 Sat Oct 26 history; it was amazing! A sincere thank you to our 3 Quil 9:30 - 12:30 t s Be long-standing sponsor, Central Sewing Machines, ing R Ticket affle Length 3 hrs (1 session) d s $2.0 Randy & his staff. To the many volunteers who so Availa 0 each Cost $24. +GST ble at bot Money generously donated their time & talents; mystery doreceiv h locations. suppli ed is t es o nators of fabrics & sewing supplies; The Quilt Patch For the comfort of those tinue s so that we purchase ewing (Moose Jaw, SK) & Clareview Drug Mart, thank for WI may conwith allergies or asthma, N Hou se. For m you ! It definitely was a team effort. YEAH TEAM! please refrain from wearing ore inf o, call Linda perfume in class. Thanks! Audre @ 780 y or .469.1 1 47. www.centralsewing.com 11

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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, ¼" seams, strip piecing and bias squares of various sizes. Homework will be required to complete the top ready for quilting. Take your project to the finish line in the Great Finish Class. South 3788 Tue Oct 01 1:00 - 2:00 Oct 08, 15, 22 & 29 1:00 - 4:00 Length 13 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $91. +GST

The Great Finish

Lois Miller

Now that your quilt top is complete, it's time to finish it. Learn great tips and techniques from an expert quilter and instructor, layer your quilt and quilt it! Onward to the great finish!

South 3790 Tue Nov 19 & 26 1:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

Easy Finishes for Stunning Quilts

Ginette Guevremont

You've made your quilt, assembled the batting and the backing now what? Quilters are often stumped with how to finish their projects. Explore a buffet of simple and easy techniques: pain-free motion, repeat designs, echo quilting, playing with stunning threads, couching, your sewing machine's builtin motifs, stencils, double needle and other easy methods for stunning results. West

3828 Sat Oct 05 9:30 - 4:30 Length 6½ hrs (1 session) Cost $52. +GST

Breezy Stars

Linda Stolee

This quilt is suitable for beginners or experienced quilters. Use some new techniques to create a quick, fun quilt in two or more colours.

West 3839 Mon Sep 09, 16, Sep 23 & 30 & Oct 07 6:00 - 9:00 Length 15 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $132. +GST Book valued at $27.50 included

Mystery Quilt - Travelling Along

Marj O'Hara

South 3830 Thu Sep 26, Oct 24 & Nov 21 9:30 - 4:00 Length 18 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $135. +GST

Twister Jack

Linda Stolee

Twister Jack is a fun quilt. Learn to use the new Primitive Pinwheels Tool, with many applications beyond Twister Jack. This wallhanging is 24" x 26". What a great hanging for the front door on Hallowe'en! Great for beginners. West 3838 Fri Oct 04 & Sat Oct 05 Length 9½ hrs (2 sessions)

5:00 - 9:00 9:00 - 3:00 Cost $98. +GST

Kit valued at $22 included (tool and pattern)

Linda Stolee

This quilt is approx. 50" x 58". Fun, Fun, Fun bargello. This can be a lap quilt or large wall hanging. Choosing the 20 colours is the most difficult part of this quilt. Great for beginners.

West 3840 Mon Oct 21 & 28, & Nov 04, 18 & 25 6:00 - 9:00 Length 15 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $141. +GST Book valued at $36 included

This is a fun mystery quilt adventure. Make it your journey. Where are you heading to? By starting in September it will be completed in time for gift giving. Travelling Along will take 3 days over the next couple of months with homework. So bring a friend and let's head out on our adventure.

Rag Quilt

Infinity

Jan Fowler

Curl up under this snuggly rag quilt and immerse yourself in a good book on a rainy day. With flannel, batting, scissors and a washing machine, they whip up in a snap. Nothing complicated— just lots of fun. Make them for baby gifts,one for the cabin and maybe one for Fido. South 3775 Thu Oct 10 & 24 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

T-Shirt Quilt

Marj O'Hara

This is a fun project for any skill level. You will be using that collection of Tshirts that are taking up space. Let's turn them into a warm quilt full of memories. South 3836 Wed Oct 23 9:00 - 4:00 Length 6½ hrs (1 session) Cost $52. +GST

The Magic of Squares

Ginette Guevremont

The humble square is a building block for all kinds of wonderful quilt designs— it's like opening a magic box! Start with a square and create dozens of blocks. Along the way, learn to properly handle your rotary cutter, tricks to accurately cut your fabric and to get the most out of those mysterious rulers. Create a quilt you'll be proud of! West 3772 Sat Nov 02 9:00 - 4:30 Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $56. +GST

Card Trick

Lois Miller

Some handy tips from your teacher can make this complicated looking block easier. Use up some scraps or make them all the same for a cohesive look. If you want to make a big quilt in a hurry, you can make the blocks bigger. Full instructions for whatever size you want. South 3834 Thu Nov 07 & 21 6:00 - 9:00 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

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Quilting The Magic of Strip Tubing

Ginette Guevremont

This method is truly addictive and speedy! Start with readycut jelly rolls of your choice and a second complementary background fabric. With the specially designed Strip Tube Ruler, quickly create blocks to be assembled in wonderful geometric patterns. Make a lap-size quilt (approx 48" x 64") to learn the method and have a finished top to quilt at home. The class is fast-paced but appropriate for the novice quilter.

The book,Strip Tubing Quilts by Sout & Dell, and the Strip Tube Ruler are needed for the class.

West 3829 Sat Oct 19 9:30 - 4:30 Length 6½ hrs (1 session) Cost $52. +GST

Cat in the Sewing Room Jan Fowler

Personalize your sewing room door. Add appliqués, notions and a kitty cat—they love to hang out with you. Jan will supply the templates and help you with fusible appliqué techniques. This hanging uses up scraps and a small amount of neutral cotton and wood grain fabric. South 3803 Thu Nov 07 9:30 - 3:00 Length 5 hrs (1 session) Cost $40. +GST

Sidelines

Linda Stolee

Do you have large scale prints you don't want to cut into pieces? This pattern is the answer! It displays your fabric in a beautiful and interesting way. This project is appropriate for beginners and experienced quilters. Finish this top in one weekend! The quilt is approximately 58" x 64". West 3841 Fri Nov 08 6:00 - 9:00 Sat Nov 09 9:30 - 3:30 Length 8½ hrs (2 sessions) Cost $79. +GST Pattern valued at $11 included

workshops Pinwheel Power

with Joan Statz

Lois Miller

Who knew that a simple Drunkard’s path block could become a happy pinwheel with the help of some bright fabrics and a plastic template set? These large blocks can be rotary cut and quickly joined to make a quilt in a hurry. Great for a kid’s bed. South 3791 Sat Nov 16 & 23 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions)

9:00 - 12:00 Cost $48. +GST

Stained Glass - Bias Tape Method

Lois Miller

With the invention of pre-made bias tape or the new bias tape maker, making a stained glass pattern is much easier and faster than it used to be. In this class you can choose a pattern that was designed for the bias tape method or choose one that recommends use of the reverse applique method. Either way, this will be a colourful addition to your wall, bed or table. South 3789 Tue Nov 05 & 12 Length 6 hrs (2 sessions)

Appliquilt In this weekend workshop, choose one of Joan's unique appliquilt wallhanging patterns or design your own.

South 3554 Sat & Sun Sep 28 & 29 9:00 - 4:00 South 3882 Sat & Sun May 03 & 04, 2014 9:00 - 4:00 Length 13 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $110. +GST

Free Motion Quilting

In this Friday class, learn tips for successful free motion quilting.

South 3765 Fri Sep 27 9:30 - 4:00 South 3881 Fri May 02, 2014 9:30 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $65. +GST

1:00 - 4:00 Cost $48. +GST

Crazy Quilted Christmas Stocking Lois Miller

Enjoy three hours designing and stitching a crazy patchwork stocking. Tips, inspiration and instruction are provided by Lois. This one-of-a-kind project can feature decorative machine stitches, free-motion embroidery, pre-programmed machine embroidery, fun Christmas prints or embellishments. A great evening of creativity and fun. South 3832 Sat Nov 09 Length 3 hrs (1 session)

10:00 - 1:00 Cost $24. +GST

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Gardening with Boe—The new 2013 Mystery

Marj O'Hara

Moving our Boe Dacious forward, she would like to share her gardening experiences with you. This is a fun project that is fat quarter friendly, so if you have a collection this could be the project to use them in. Come, bring a friend and discover what Boe has planted over 2 fun filled days of sewing. South 3835 Fri & Sat Dec 27 & 28 Length 13 hrs (2 sessions)

9:00 - 4:00 Cost $91. +GST

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Intermediate Class Try many different threads on today's market. Instructions about needle requirements will help you successfully apply gorgeous threads to your next project. South 3856 Thu Sep 26 South 3857 Mon Oct 28 South 3858 Wed Nov 13 Length 4 hrs (1 session)

10:00 - 2:00 10:00 - 2:00 10:00 - 2:00 Cost $160. +GST

Creating Fabric with the Longarm

Create unique fabrics for home decor, art projects and wearable art. Layer various fabric types to make textured fabric, by stitching together with freehand designs. We will also create ornately embellished organza, capturing specialty thread and tissue fabric to create embellishments for home decor projects, art quilts and wearable art. Included is a discussion of specialty threads. Come prepared for a playtime and wonderful learning experience as you stitch and create new fabric samples. South 3859 Thu Oct 03 South 3860 Thu Nov 07 Length 5 hrs (1 session)

10:00 - 3:00 10:00 - 3:00 Cost $200. +GST

A full day of hands on foundational techniques for the hobby quilter. Learn how to properly load a quilt, set up borders with corners, accurately stitch in the ditch and transfer patterns to the quilt top. Individual attention to guarantee success and confidence.

South 3850 Mon Sep 23 10:00 - 4:00 South 3851 Thu Oct 10 10:00 - 4:00 South 3852 Sat Nov 02 10:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $240. +GST

TNT... Tension, Needles, Threads...

BEGINNER CLASS This class is espe-

cially designed for new Handi Quilter owners. Learn foundational information to get you started in long arm quilting. Learn how to properly load a quilt, adjust tension and choose needles and threads on the market today. Learn to use the laser and try out the Groovy Boards too.

South 3853 Mon Sep 30 10:00 - 1:00 South 3854 Wed Oct 30 10:00 - 1:00 South 3855 Thu Nov 21 10:00 - 1:00 Length 3 hrs (1 session) FREE with machine purchase $120.+GST if not purchased at Central Registration required.

Quilt on your own in our Long Arm Studio

Training Orientation Longarm Machine Rental Dreaming of finishing your quilts on a longarm for Longarm Machine Rental machine? Now you can! Simply take the This class is a prerequisite for Central's machine rental program. The hands-on training will prepare you to finish your own quilts. Become a professional longarm quilter! South 3862 South 3863 South 3864 South 3865 South 3866 South 3867 Length 3 hrs

Mon Sep 16 10:00 - 1:00 Wed Oct 02 10:00 - 1:00 Wed Oct 16 10:00 - 1:00 Fri Nov 08 10:00 - 1:00 Mon Nov 25 10:00 - 1:00 Mon Dec 02 10:00 - 1:00 (1 session) Cost $150. +GST Includes a 4 hour machine rental

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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!

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Central's Longarm CLUB

with Connie Anderson

Join Central`s Longarm Club for fun, education and friendship. Longarm educator, Connie Anderson, will be directing an informal yet educational club for longarm machine quilters. Everyone, from beginner to advanced, is welcome. Learn, laugh and share your ideas with other quilters passionate about their craft. Please register at Central`s South location. South 3861 Length 6 hrs

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Add a splash of fabric ink to a contemporary table runner taking the mystery out of screen printing. Students come away with a beautiful, pieced project ready to quilt.

South 3827 Fri Oct 18 Length 7 hrs (1 session)

9:30 - 4:30 Cost $124. +GST

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Black Sheep Block Party

Still stuck piecing tumbling blocks by hand? This machine pieced tumbling block table topper gives vibrantly coloured fabrics the spotlight framed with a classy black border. So fun to shop for!! Choose 3 distinct values for 5 different colours of fabric. This uniquely shaped quilt finishes at approximately 30" x 34". Beg, borrow or buy—a 60° ruler is required for this class.

South 3822 Sat & Sun Oct 19 & 20 9:30 - 4:00 Length 13 hrs (2 session) Cost $165. +GST

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