Vol. 34 - No. 3
Appletree Quilting Center
Fall 2019
New Fall Sewing Classes
Upcoming Events: Sept 8...............Fall Big Reveal Sept 14...................Viking Club Sept. 16................... Give Back Monday Sept 28.............BERNINA Club Oct. 4 & 5........ AccuQuilt Event Oct. 12....................Viking Club Oct. 21..................... Give Back Monday Nov. 9.....................Viking Club Nov. 15 & 16.........Viking Event Nov. 22 & 23.............Sewathon Nov. 28.......................... Happy Thanksgiving; Store Closed Dec. 7.....................Viking Club Dec. 14.............BERNINA Club Dec. 25..........Merry Christmas; Store Closed
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Merry Whiskmas! Join Susan for this fun class to make your own Christmas kitchen quilt! Page 7.
A Publication of Appletree Quilting Center Millie Kaiser, Owner Established in 1985; 34 years in business! Millie Kaiser: Publisher & Editor Copyright
© 2019
The Magic Stop Watch, from a vintage Twilight Zone episode, in our Time to Sew Logo, above, is to help you tune out and turn off the routine of everyday life and enjoy a few minutes of sewing pleasure with us!
Contact Information: Appletree Quilting Center 2541 Bernadette Dr Columbia, MO 65203 573-446-2655 1-800-269-2655
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Appletree Quilting Center
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Greetings:
We have lined up lots of fantastic sewing classes and special events to keep you busy this fall. Our new class schedule begins on page 4 with 66 fun sewing classes including 34 new ones. For larger pictures of class projects, go to our website at: www.AppletreeQuilting.com Check out these great classes and come to our upcoming Fall Classes Reveal Event, Sunday, Sept. 8th. Join us for a fun time. View all the new samples, talk with our expert teachers, and enjoy refreshments. There will be lots of great door prizes, too! save up to 20% off class fees, when you register during this event! Why not bring
a friend or co-worker? Classes are always more fun with a friend! New samples will be hung the following week and classes will begin the third week of September! Plan to join us for our fun special events this fall. Find details listed on pages 2 and 3, sign up soon. Don’t forget to save time to attend our Annual Thanksgiving Sew-a-thon Friday and Saturday, November 29th & 30th to help make quilts for kids in Foster Care. We hope you have a fun and fabulous fall. Don’t forget to shop with us for all your sewing needs. We strive to provide lots of great ideas to inspire your next great projects. Thank you always for your support. Page 1
JOIN US to Cut Time, Quilt More! • Save time cutting fabric; • Save time sewing by getting accurate cuts everytime; • Save money by using up your stash! If you are new to AccuQuilt or just curious about it, this two-hour presentation is for you! Upon completion, you will understand the difference between the Ready, Set, GO! Ultimate Fabric Cutting System and GO! Big Fabric Cutter. You will also become familiar with the GO! Qube Mix & Match Block System and the GO! Strip Cutters. These are the foundational tools from which all other events build upon. Two different time slots available:
Friday, Oct. 4th 10:00 AM – Noon or Saturday, Oct. 5th 10:00 AM – Noon
Go! Beyond The Basics This two-hour presentation is full of tips and tricks on how to expand beyond the basics of the GO! Fabric Cutting System. Attendees should have already participated in the Cut Time, Quilt More event. During this presentation, you will learn more about GO Qube Companion Sets - Corners and Angles as well as specialty dies and curved piecing to take your quilting to the next level. Insider techniques will be shared along the way!
Friday, October 4th 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Fee = $10 per Event $10 coupon upon arrival for GO! product purchases.
Exclusive Event Die: Available to Attendees ONLY! Page 2
Join Jeanne LeBron, AccuQuilt Educator, at Appletree Quilting to learn tips and techniques to get the most out of your fabric using the AccuQuilt GO! Fabric Cutters. Appletree Quilting Center
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Amber Air S400 Pneumatic Threading Serger
Ribbon Embroidery Built-In Dual Feed
Laser Guide
Exclusive Stitches & 9 mm Stitch Width
Ergonomic Design
The Latest Sewing Frontier from Husqvarna Viking Friday, Nov. 15th or Saturday, Nov. 16th 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM Join us for this exciting fun-filled event to explore the latest sewing frontier from Husqvarna Viking this November. Viking will be introducing the NEW EPIC 2 and the NEW Amber Air S400 pneumatic threading serger plus new software and accessories too, at convention this fall. So plan now to exprience for yourself the amazing new features of these machines. Our Viking Educator, Nancy Bronstein, will be here to guide you through new techniques and learn new skills. The word from my Viking contacts who have just returned from hands-on training on the EPIC 2 is that it is truly amazing and definitely worthy Registration Fee: $75. This includes all supplies and instructions plus an enjoyable lunch, too!
Early Bird Discount: $62 When you register by Sept. 30th!
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of the rave reviews we have received from headquarters this summer. The S400 serger is amazingly smooth running and quiet with the easiest and prettiest rolled hem imaginable. This is a quote from my favorite Viking Rep Shawna! Come sew on the latest miracle machines - and see for yourself what the future holds! Nancy Bronstein is a fulltime Event Specialist for Husqvarna Viking. Nancy has been sewing since grade school. She loves to teach the latest sewing and embroidery techniques. Her classes are designed to challenge but not overwhelm her students. Her goal is for everyone to have a good time and leave with new skills.
Nancy Bronstein Page 3
Fall Classes Holiday Decor & Gift Ideas
Holiday Baubles .... with Jean
Bailey Bat .... with Lisa
A. 10:00 – 1:00 PM Fri.
A. 10:00 – 1:30 PM Thr. Oct. 31
Sept. 27
B. 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Mon. Oct. 14
C. 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Fri.
Nov. 13
Get in the holiday spirit and make these unique Christmas baubles for home or tree decor. This scrap friendly project goes together quickly and easily once you know the secrets. These fun baubles make great gifts too! Fee $40.
Jelly Roll Rug .... with Wendy A. 1:30 – 4:30 PM Fri.
Sept. 27 & Oct. 18
Join us for some Spooktacular Halloween sewing fun. Put on your witch’s hat and come to sew Bailey Bat. This quick little stuffy makes a great treat for your favorite little ghoul. Fee $40.
Candy Land Vinyl Bags .... with Lisa
A. 2:00 – 4 PM
Thr.
Oct. 31
Bring a bag of candy to share and sew a quick, quilted, vinyl, zippered pouch to hold your favorite treats. Fee $30.
If You Give A Moose! .... with Lisa
A. 1:00 – 5 PM Sun. Nov. 3
Grab a collection of 2-1/2” strips and join Wendy to make this fun Jelly Roll rug. Wendy will show you the magic tips & tricks for a successful project. You may elect to make either the oval or the rectangular option. A fabulous gift idea! Fee $85.
Fun Soft Books .... with Jean A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Fri.
Oct. 18
B. 6:00 – 9:00 PM Wed. Nov. 6
Every child should have a library and these books are the perfect start. Jean will teach the easy steps to creating these adorable soft books. Appletree has many colorful book panels to choose from for the child in your lap! Start your child on the important road to early literacy. Fee $40. Page 4
This easy to sew Funky Friends Factory pattern makes a great stuffed animal companion to a favorite children’s book. Join Lisa to learn successful stuffed critter techniques! Fee $45.
Pop-Up Magic .... with Suzanne A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Wed.
Nov. 13
Join Suzanne to learn the easy tricks in creating these useful containers, great for storage and home decor. They also make perfect holiday and house warming gifts! A heavyduty metal spring gives this design its support. Can be made in 3 different sizes. Keep the spring up while in use or press down to collapse; secure with an elastic band. Fee $40. Appletree Quilting Center
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Bag Classes Mat N Ruler Bag .... with Suzanne
A. 10:00 – 1:30 PM Wed. Sept. 18 & 25 B. 1:00 – 4:30 PM Sat. Jan. 11 & 18
Store and carry rulers, 18” x 24” mat, and more in these handy padded wraps. Straps secure the flap and an adjustable, detachable, padded carrying strap make the bag easy to transport. Mesh pockets when zipped closed keep rulers visible and in place, even when the bag is rolled up. Customize pockets to fit your preferences. Padded strips on each side of the interior of the organizer help protect and cushion ruler edges and also securely hold your mat for carrying easily to class. Join Suzanne to successfully create your new mat bag. Fee $85.
Clothesline Bag .... with Suzanne A. 6:00 – 9 PM Wed. Sept. 18 & 25
Make quick work of creating this fabric covered clothesline carryall. New construction methods will produce a neat and sturdy lined bag or basket in just a handful of hours. Join Suzanne to make this fun new bag. Fee $85.
Essential Duffle Bag .... with Suzanne A. 1:00 – 4 PM
Mon.
Oct. 21 & 28
Pack it all in style with this roomy bag! Sturdy enough for all your adventures, this is a bag that you will enjoy for years. The exterior of the bag features a handy combination slip and zippered pocket on front as well as slip pockets on each side and back. The main compartment opens with a double-slide zipper, allowing easy access to the roomy interior. Comfy side handles and an adjustable padded carrying strap allow over-the-shoulder or crossbody carrying. You’ll love the handy trolley sleeve on the back which slips over handles on rolling luggage for easy carrying. Fee $85.
Must Have Lunch Bag .... with Suzanne A. 10:00 – 2 PM
Mon.
Nov. 11 & 18
Carry all the makings for a hearty lunch in this roomy bag. A mesh pocket on the inside holds an ice pack, utensils, napkins and more. An optional chalkboard border on front and a see-through vinyl pocket on back provide space for ID or fun notes. Let Suzanne help you perfect your lunch tote. Fee $85. Appletree Quilting Center
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Fashion Classes Easy Knit Top .... with Suzanne A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Thr. Sept. 19
10:00 – 2:00 PM Fri. Sept. 20
This simple and classic short sleeve t-shirt pattern has a terrific fit with a slight curve at the waist. It is flattering, yet soft and loose for extra comfort. Your basic serger makes this project sew quick and easy to complete! Your teacher will help perfect the fit, assist in basic serger techniques, and guide you through easy construction techniques. Pattern sizes include XS-XXL. Fee $90.
Comfy Knit Pants .... with Suzanne A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM Fri.
Nov. 8
Nov. 9
4:00 – 8:00 PM Sat.
Join Suzanne to master the easy construction of these comfy anklelength slim pull-on knit pants, your soon to be wardrobe staple. The basic serger makes this project sew quick and easy to complete! Bring your serger to class or use one of ours. Your teacher will help perfect the fit and assist in basic serger techniques. Pattern sizes include XS-XXL. Fee $90.
Recommended Skill Levels for Sewing Classes:
Beginner
Confident Beginner Intermediate Advanced The skill level refers to the sewing experience needed to complete the project within each class category; not the overall sewing experience of the student. Page 5
Hand Classes English Paper Piecing .... with Suzanne A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Tue.
Oct. 22
Join Suzanne to learn the art of English paper piecing by hand while making these fun little hexagons. Join them together to create a multitude of different shapes. Explore easy techniques to simplify the process. Fee $40.
Basic Hand Smocking .... with Louese A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sat.
Nov. 16
Explore the basics of delicate geometric hand smocking used in children and adult clothing and heirloom sewing. Learn to hand smock from the master! This class is to get you started with the fundamentals. Fee $40.
Hand Smocked Ornaments .... with Louese A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun.
Nov. 24
Kids Fun Sewing Classes Your child (age 8 to 14) will enjoy learning basic sewing techniques in these fun classes making kid-friendly projects through careful step-by-step instructions and hands-on sewing in class.
Kids Camp .... with Beth A. 8:30 – 3:30 PM
Mon.
Sept. 30
Join Miss Beth for this fun sewing day to make four great projects including this colorful pillowcase, handy drawstring bag, pencil toting Owl Caddy, and this efficient arm or cup wrap to hold important stuff! Learn to sew and improve sewing skills. Bring a sack lunch and your enthusiasm for this fun-filled day! All fabrics are included in the $130 class fee. Fabric options may vary.
Holiday Stocking .... with Beth A. 2:30 – 4:30 PM Wed. Dec. 4
Join Miss Beth on this early release day to make a fun and easy project. Create a great new Christmas stocking and be ready for Santa’s visit this December or fill it with goodies and give it to a friend in need! Fee $25.
Monster Bag This class is designed for students who have taken Beginning Smocking, or already know how to smock. It is an easy first project for beginners, and a good review for experienced smockers. I am always learning new tips and tricks for making smocked ornaments, and I can’t wait to share them with you. This is a great one session project class just in time for Christmas! Fee $40. Louese is the winner of the Best of Show Award in smocking at this year’s Missouri State Fair. Page 6
.... with Beth A. 2:30 – 4:30 PM Wed. Jan. 29
Join Miss Beth on this early release day to make a fun and easy monster shaped zippered bag. This project becomes a great pencil bag or a case for a small tablet or cell phone. Fee $25. Appletree Quilting Center
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Kimberbell Embroidery Kimberbell has baked up a Christmas machine embroidery collection featuring one of our favorite holiday activities. Choose from the four different projects to celebrate the season with wonderful baked goods.
More Embroidery Classes Machine Embroidered Labels .... with Susan A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun.
Nov. 17
We Whisk You a Merry Christmas .... with Susan
A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM B. 9:00 – Noon
Sun. Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Dec. 1 Mon. Sept. 23, Oct. 21, Nov. 18
This kitchen wall hanging has machine appliqued cookies and kitchen gadgets galore. We will use a variety of materials to create your favorite cookies and kitchen hardware. You may choose the finishing kit to add sparkle or substitute fabric for a country look. Fee $110.
Every quilt we create needs a label to record its history. Now it is easier than ever to create a label on our Viking embroidery machines. Come learn about different types of labels and the information included on them. You will then create your very own one-of-a-kind label using the tools on your Viking Epic, Brilliance 80 or Diamond. Fee $40.
Epic Boot Camp: The Ultimate Power of MySewNet! .... with Susan A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM B. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Tied with a Bow Placemats .... with Susan
A. 10:00 – 4 PM Wed. Oct. 2 B. 12:30 – 6 PM Sat. Oct. 19
These cute placemats are the perfect place to eat Christmas treats. They feature two presents. One is a pocket for your silverware and the other holds your napkin. Simple piecing makes the design complete. Fee $75.
Mommy & Me Aprons .... with Susan A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM
Wed.
Nov. 6
Stir up cookies with family members in this child’s size and adult size apron. You will select the size apron to embroider in class. Different embroideries will be utilized to make a cute working pocket with a bow and a puffy Christmas tree for a fun festive touch. Fee $45.
Sugar & Spice Towels .... with Susan A. 9:00 – Noon
Wed.
Dec. 4
Everyone loves to decorate their kitchen with holiday towels. You have the choice of sugar and spice, or the gingerbread boy. Both feature a ruffled ribbon and cute saying to spice up your workspace. It’s a great lastminute gift for that unexpected guest or party invitation. Fee $40. Appletree Quilting Center
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Sun. Sun.
Oct. 6 Jan. 12
The future of machine embroidery has come to our Epic and Brilliance 80 sewing machines! We now have the power of the internet to connect to the world wide web. Come learn how to open a SewNet account, load the MySewNet program on your PC lap top and sync it with your Epic. Then we will download a design from the Cloud and embroider with no USB or computer connection! Fee $40
Embroidery University 100 .... with Deborah A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM B. 9:00 – Noon
Mon. Sept. 30, Oct. 14, 28, Nov. 11 Wed. Oct. 9, 23, Nov. 6, 20
Join Deborah to explore machine embroidery basics in this in-depth class. The first class will be lecture/demo format to cover all the fundamentals of machine embroidery. It will include discussion of the correct material to use for each project, along with the best needle, thread, hoop and stabilizer. Then each of the remaining weeks you will make a project to help you understand embroidery and stabilizers in a whole new light. Fee $125.
Burp Cloths & Bibs .... with Deborah A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Fri.
Nov. 8
Do you need a quick baby present? Come to this class to use the AccuQuilt to cut out either a bib or a burp cloth quickly and easily. We will embroider it and sew it together all in one class. You will have a unique gift for baby in no time! Fee $40.
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Through The Woods .... with Debby A. 9:00 – Noon
Wed.
Nativity Ornaments .... with Debby
Oct. 2, 23, Nov. 13
Creating this beautiful machine embroidered quilt will bring back holiday memories at Grandma’s house. Using redwork-style machine embroidered designs you will create this 60” by 60” quilt in no time at all. Learn easy hooping and alignment techniques as you create this stunning wall hanging in time for the holidays. Fee $110.
Nativity Free Standing Lace .... with Beth A. 3:00 – 9:00 PM
Mon.
Sept. 23
Join Beth to make this stunning free standing lace nativity scene in the hoop with your embroidery machine. You will learn the techniques needed in this class and finish the manger assembly at the Make It Monday session on October 7th. Fee $75.
Christmas Village .... with Debby A. 1:00 – 4 PM
Mon.
Oct. 7 & 28
Start your own stunning free standing lace Christmas village that is sure to enhance your holiday decor. With Debby’s help, create a building of your choice in all white thread or multicolor options. Start to embroidery the building in class one and assemble your building in the second class. Fee $85.
Starry Night Santa .... with Debby
A. 9:00 – Noon Wed. Oct. 9 & Nov. 20
Using OESD Starry Night embroidery design, we will be embroidering individual tiles and then assembling them to create this stunning Christmas panel that evokes the magic and wonder of the holiday season. Fee $85. Page 8
A. 10:00 – 3:00 PM
Mon.
Nov. 25
Kimberbell’s delightful Christmas Nativity Ornaments celebrate the reason for the season with twelve beloved symbols from a silent and holy night. Each design is stitched entirely in a 4×4 embroidery field and perfectly framed in Kimberbell’s exclusive 3½” Bamboo Hoops. A variety of techniques add dimensional elements to the ornaments! Join Debby for this fun beginning machine embroidery class. Fee $65.
Embroidery Software Classes Christmas Cross Stitch .... with Marilyn A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Sat.
Oct. 26 & Nov. 23
Poinsettias are a traditional symbol of the Christmas Season and this elegant cross-stitched design would make a stunning gift or a part of your own decorating tradition. Join us as we make this beautiful poinsettiacovered cross using Premier+ 2 Ultra software. Students must have completed their Premier+ 2 Ultra software guide lessons as the class will go well beyond what was done in the guide lessons. Fee $85.
O Holy Night .... with Marilyn A. 9:00 – Noon Fri. Oct. 11 10:00 – 4 PM Fri. Nov. 1
Let’s take one of the most beautiful tile scenes ever created and turn it into a design that can be stitched out on a single piece of fabric with the help of Premier+ 2 Modify. No more tiled stitch outs to join! We will also be honing our hooping and design positioning skills. Students must have completed their Premier+ 2 software guide lessons. Fee $110. Appletree Quilting Center
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Beginning Machine Piecing Scooch Over .... with Wendy A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Wed.
Sept. 18, 25
This stunning contemporary quilt is a great beginning project or the perfect goto design for a quick quilt to make for a gift. Simply select a fun focus print and two coordinates and explore the two super easy blocks that make up the quilt. Wendy will show you how the magic begins! Fee $85.
Diva Panel Quilt .... with Beth
A. 6:00 – 9 PM Tue. Sept. 24 B. 1:00 – 4 PM Tue. Oct. 1
Release your inner diva and become a panel sewing queen. Using the Diva II pattern take those panels from plain to fabulous in a jiffy! Fee $40.
Fa La La Christmas Quilt .... with Beth
A. 3:00 – 9 PM Wed. Oct. 9 B. 10:00 – 4 PM Thr. Oct. 17
Snowballs galore and half square triangles work together to create this delightful Christmas tree wall hanging! Fee $75.
BQ Mini Placemats .... with Wendy A. 12:30 – 6:00 PM
Sat.
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A. 10:00 – 2:30 PM Thr. Oct. 31 B. 1:00 – 5:00 PM Sun. Dec. 8
This is the easiest quilt to make! Select several of our cotton flannels and we will pre-cut and pre-fringe the blocks for you. All you have to do is sew the blocks together! The magic happens when you wash and dry the quilt allowing the pre-fringed seam allowances to bloom. Fee $85.
Christmas Quilt .... with Donna A. 9:00 – Noon
Mon.
Nov. 4 & 11
This easy Christmas quilt is a perfect project for a beginning quilter or for anyone needing a quick and easy project for a gift that will be treasured for years to come. The blocks are large enough to really show off some of our new and fabulous Christmas prints. This quilt is fat quarter friendly and we’ll be happy to help you pick out fabrics that you’ll love. Fee $85.
Oct. 19
This fun placemat design is fat quarter friendly. Select three different fat quarters for the mini blocks and a setting fabric. Use a different layout for each placemat or make them all the same. Wendy will show you all the possibilities. You won’t want to stop with just one set. They make great holiday gifts for family and friends! Fee $75. Appletree Quilting Center
Magic Rag Quilt .... with Wendy
Recommended Skill Levels for Sewing Classes:
Beginner
Confident Beginner Intermediate Advanced The skill level refers to the sewing experience needed to complete the project within each class category; not the overall sewing experience of the student. Page 9
AQC University Classes AQU 100: Machine Piecing & Quilting .... with Millie & Marilyn
A. 6:00 – 9 PM Tue. Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 12, 19, Dec. 3, 10 B. 1:00 – 4 PM Wed. Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 13, 20, Dec. 4, 11
Would you like to learn all the tricks and secrets to successful machine quilting, we have the perfect class for you. Join the teaching staff of Appletree Quilting for this seven week course and let us guide you through all aspects of the quilting process including:
1. Fabric selection and successful tools. 2. The secrets of safe & accurate rotary cutting; 3. Accuracy, both in piecing and in pressing the blocks; 4. Setting the quilt blocks together; 5. Adding perfectly mitered borders that don’t pucker; 6. Machine quilting the quilt sandwich; 7. Binding your finished quilt and adding your label. Start with a good foundation. Learn everything you need to make beautiful quilts easily and successfully during this comprehensive Appletree Quilting University course! Students may elect to make a lap quilt, table topper, or table runner. Class notebook included. Fee $165.
Confident Beginner Bats in the Attic .... with Suzanne A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Sat.
Join Suzanne to make this spooky Halloween mini quilt (18” square ). This Fat Quarter friendly design will need an assortment of Halloween prints and solids. Learn to join your strip sets, trim at a 60° angle, and assemble to form this batty tessellation. Fee $75.
How Much is That Doggie? .... with Donna A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Sat. Sept. 28 & Oct. 5 B. 9:00 – Noon Thr. Nov. 7 & 14
Whether you choose nine pieced blocks, blocks cut from a panel or just beautiful feature fabrics, you will learn how to turn them into a stunning quilt using the unique “Circle of Nines” layout. We will explore how the spacer blocks add pizzazz to your project. You don’t have to tell anyone how easy it is to make 9 simple blocks look amazing! Fee $85.
The Power of the Patch .... with Donna A. 9:00 – Noon
Thr.
Appletree Color University .... with Millie & Wendy Stitch a basic 9-patch A. 6:30 – 9:00 PM Wed. & Fri. Oct. 16, 18, 23, 25 PLUS 10:00 – 2:00 PM Sat. & Sun. Oct. 26 & 27
Do you love to quilt but have trouble selecting fabrics that truly work well together? Then this class will help you gain the confidence and understanding you need to pull stunning quilts. This class will include an in-depth study of color theory and how it applies to fabrics. Homework exercises will help reinforce concepts studied in class. Then select your fabric for this stunning wall hanging. We will do a color paste up of the main block to check your design and then assemble your wall hanging. Class notebook included. Fee $155. Page 10
Sept. 21
Oct. 3 & 24
block, cut it up and stitch it together again. What could be easier? This disappearing nine patch design looks great as a table topper, a king quilt or any size in between. Start with a charm pack or cut your squares with the AccuQuilt to get sewing even faster. You’ll have this impressive quilt done in no time. Fee $85.
The Giving Tree .... with Louese
A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Sat. Oct. 12 & Nov. 2
Curved piecing is easy and fun! Join this class to experience the joy of making this curved pieced Christmas tree wall hanging. The holiday season will be here before you know it! Fee $85. Appletree Quilting Center
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Crazy Christmas Trees .... with Jean
Lone Star .... with Sara
Four wonky Christmas trees on a mosaic background will bring holiday cheer to any table. Make this quick tablerunner for your holiday decorating. A few 10” squares and some fat quarters will get you set to sew! Fee $45.
Come master the traditional lone star quilt with Sara! This easy variation is made without Y seams so it’s even more doable. Make either a baby quilt, a lap size or king size quilt. Solids, small scale prints, blenders or batiks for the featured fabrics make this quilt shine. Fee $110.
Jolly Santa .... with Amy
One Block Wonder .... with Wendy
A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM Mon. Oct. 14 B. 10:00 – 2:00 PM Fri. Dec. 6
A. 1:00 – 4:00 PM Sun. Oct. 27 & Nov. 10
Join Amy to make this jolly Santa wall hanging. Explore easy curved piecing techniques to give shape and character to Santa’s beard and hat. Whether it’s for your home, office or for holiday gifts, you’ll want to make several Santas! Fee $85.
Intermediate T-Shirt Quilt Magic .... with Wendy
A. 10:00 – 3:00 PM Mon. Sept. 16 & 30 B. 11:00 – 4:00 PM Fri. Jan. 10 & 24
A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Wed.
Oct. 2, 9 & 30
A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM Sat. Jan. 4 & 18
Explore the many possibilities of this fun design. Simply bring 7 of the same panel to class. Layer, cut, and sew your blocks together. Then frame the last whole panel with your kaleidoscope blocks. Wendy will help you create your own stunning masterpiece! Fee $110.
Feathered Star .... with Millie A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM
Gather up those special t-shirts and join Wendy to make a show-stopping pieced t-shirt quilt. Learn to preserve your memories in this keepsake quilt. Explore different options for the fun pieced sashing that will add tons of character to your memory quilt. This project makes an awesome gift for someone very special. Fee $125. Appletree Quilting Center
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Wed.
Jan. 8, 15 & 29
This traditional quilt design has been one of my all time favorites. Join me for this in-depth class to learn the classic techniques for assembling your own Feathered Star masterpiece. Fabric selection assistance will be available. Fee $120. Page 11
AccuQuilt Die Cut Designs Snow Much Fun .... with Donna
A. 9:00 – Noon Thr. Sept. 19 & Oct. 10 B. 6:00 – 9:00 PM Mon. Sept. 23 & Oct. 21
You can make these adorable snowmen without having to wait for a snowy day. Just wait to see the creative uses for all the different shapes. Did you know that the snowflakes are made from the snowmen arms? Fusible applique and the AccuQuilt cutter make this wall hanging easy to finish. Bring your cutter or try one of ours for the day. Join us and we’ll have a ball -- a snowball of course! Fee $85.
Hunter Star .... with Wendy
A. 10:00 – 2:00 PM Fri. Nov. 1 & 22
The Hunter Star quilt design is a classic favorite. Whether done in a two color layout or with scrappy fabric choices as in this class sample, you will enjoy putting together this stunning quilt. The Hunter Star AccuQuilt die will create one complete 12” block in two passes. Cut four layers of one fabric color, then reload and cut four layers of second fabric color. Bring your own cutter to class or try ours to see how you like cutting with both speed and accuracy. Wendy will demonstrate both the AccuQuilt cutter and using the Studio 180 Hunter Star ruler for cutting and guide you through the easy construction steps. Fee $95.
Wonky Hearts .... with Donna A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Fri.
Jan. 10
It’s never too early to start thinking about Valentine’s Day and this table runner project has a secret! Using the Wonky Heart AccuQuilt die, we’ll show you how to use the leftovers to make a second quilt top – one to keep and one to share with someone you love. Bring your cutter or try one of ours for the day. Fee $75. Page 12
Machine Applique & Paper Piecing Basic Machine Applique .... with Susan
A. 6:00 – 9:00 PM Fri.
Oct. 11
Come learn the basics of machine embroidery when you use the precut die to create this cute holiday kitchen towel. Cutting applique shapes will be a breeze with the AccuQuilt cutting system. You will also learn about fusible web and the importance of stabilizer. Then we will explore the world of decorative stitches on your machine and a variety of thread to embellish the design. A kit will be available for this class. Fee $40.
Big Moon Quilt .... with Louese A. 9:00 – Noon
Tue.
This striking modern quilt/wall hanging combines clean lines, clear colors and black accents to make a beautiful calm statement. The technique is a combination of machine applique and stained glass fabric applique. Fee $85.
Oct. 22 & Nov. 5
Paper Pieced Critters .... with Helen A. 11:00 – 5:00 PM
Tue.
Oct. 29
Learning to paper piece has never been sew fun! Using the freezer paper method you will create a whimsical critter of your choice from the book Sew Cute & Clever Farm and Forest Friends. Once your critter is completed, you may elect to make any of the projects in the book or your own creation! These fun projects make great gifts for someone special or maybe yourself. Fee $75. Appletree Quilting Center
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Quilt Finishing Classes Machine Quilting, Plus! .... with Marilyn A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Sat.
Nov. 2
It’s not a quilt until it’s quilted! Join Marilyn to learn basic machine quilting techniques. Learn how to layer the quilt sandwich and quilt it with stitch-in-the-ditch and straight line quilting. If you have a programmable computerized machine, Marilyn will show you how to do mock hand quilting easily by machine. Then, if you have an embroidery machine, explore computerized quilting in the hoop. Fee $75.
Perfect Quilt Binding .... with Marilyn A. 6:00 – 9 PM Tue. Dec. 10 B. 1:00 – 4 PM Wed. Dec. 11
Is your quilt binding lumpy and uneven with rounded corners and poor miters? Many prize worthy quilts have failed due to shoddy binding. Learn the basic techniques of applying perfect quilt binding with either straight grain or bias strips. Master continuous bias binding and precise mitered corners on both the front and back sides. Fee $40.
Edge to Edge Quilting in the Hoop .... with Jean A. 10:00 – 4 PM Sun. Oct. 20 B. 10:00 – 4 PM Mon. Jan. 13
Put your embroidery machine to good use. Now you can do easy edge to edge quilting in the embroidery hoop. Let Jean help you use this easyconnect quilting technique with specialty embroidery files to do your own edge to edge quilting projects! It is sew easy! Fee $75.
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Walking Foot Quilting .... with Suzanne A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Mon.
Dec. 9
Walking foot quilting is one of the easiest ways to quilt on your home sewing machine. It is faster and requires less practice than free motion quilting. We will explore a variety of patterns in class. Fee $75.
Basic Free Motion Quilting .... with Helen A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM Mon.
Oct. 14
Spend a day with Helen to explore basic free motion quilting techniques. You may start with a small wall hanging or fun panel for the class project. Learn the basic motions and skills needed to let your stitching flow smoothly and effortlessly. Explore multiple basic design elements in class. Soon you too will be doing amazing free motion quilting. Fee $75.
Advanced Free Motion Quilting .... with Helen A. 10:00 – 4:00 PM
Fri.
Nov. 8
Take your free motion skills to the next level in this all day class with Helen. We will be working with Hoffman’s digital “Dream Big” dahlia panel in several color options. Explore a variety of feather work techniques as you work to complete your masterpiece. Prerequisite: Basic Free Motion class or equivalent. Fee $75. Page 13
Open Sewing Classes Make It Mondays .... with Louese & Jean 1:00 – 8:00 PM
Mon. Sept. 9, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2, Jan. 6
Remember the first Monday of the month to join Louese and Jean at Appletree Quilting for an afternoon and evening of fun and sewing time. Wrap up all those unfinished projects! Come early and stay late! We will provide the main dish for dinner. Please consider bringing a dish or snack to share! Join us for only $20 per session.
Finish It Friday Evenings .... with Jean & Louese 5:00 PM – Midnight Fri. Sept. 27, Oct. 18, Nov. 22, Jan. 17
Join Jean and Louese for a night of fun and time to wrap up all those unfinished projects! Come early and stay late! We will provide the main dish for dinner. Please consider bringing a dish or snack to share! Join us for only $20 per session.
Give Back Sewing Days Give Back Sew-Ins .... with Beth, Staff & Friends 11:00 – 5 PM Mon. Sept. 16, Oct. 21, Nov. 29 & 30, Jan. 20, Feb. 17
Join Beth, the Appletree Quilting Center staff, and our dear customers one day a month to donate your time and talents for worthy causes in the community. We support a variety of different community groups and charities. Here is our schedule for the next few months: September & October: Make Pillowcases for Smiles. Nov. 29 & 30: Foster Kid Quilts Sew A Thon. January & February: Book Bags for Kindergartners in local high need schools. Please join us by helping for an hour or a day to give back to the community. No special skills are required, just a willingness to help. Appletree Quilting will provide the space, machines, fabric, sewing guidance, plus snacks and chocolate, of course! If you have any clean usable fabric to donate for our causes, we would greatly appreciate the donation. Bless you. There is no charge for Give Back Sew-Ins, just free fun and fellowship plus our heartfelt gratitude and God’s blessings to all! Page 14
Golden Apple Clubs
Join us for one or both of our two clubs to learn lots of new sewing, quilting, embroidery, and software techniques. Plus, share great ideas, motivation, tips, problems, and laughter with all your sewing friends at Appletree Quilting Center.
VIKING Club
Meets Monthly on the second Saturday at 10:00 AM Sept. 14, Oct. 12, Nov. 9, Dec. 14. Jan.11, Feb. 8
All customers of AQC are welcome to join regardless of the brand of machine you own. Appletree Viking Club dues are $75 for the year. Members receive a 10% discount on all nonsale fabric and notion purchases. The discount alone is worth the cost of membership!
BERNINA Club
Meets Bi-Monthly on the first Saturday at 10:00 AM Sept. 28, Dec. 7, Feb. 1
All customers of AQC are welcome to join regardless of the brand of machine you own. Appletree BERNINA Club dues are $40 for the year. Members receive a 10% discount on all nonsale fabric and notion purchases. Join both Viking Club and BERNINA Club for only $100.
Class & Special Event Policies Your class fee is due at registration. This guarantees your place in class. Class size is limited. So please register early. Sometimes a great class is cancelled because people wait to the last minute to register. Each class needs a minimum enrollment at least three days before it begins. Full refunds or store credits will be issued only if the class is cancelled by AQC due to bad weather or insufficient registration. Any class cancellation made by the student must be received 7 days before the class in order to receive a store credit less a $5 processing fee; no refunds will be given. Credits or refunds are not available on special events. You will receive a class supply list upon registration. Students will receive a 15% discount off all nonsale fabrics and notions for class supplies. Please inform the sales personnel that you are buying supplies for a class. We truly appreciate your support when purchasing class supplies only from Appletree Quilting Center. No other quilt shop in the mid-Missouri area offers you the quality and selection of classes and fabrics from which to choose. Bring your own sewing machine to class or you may reserve one of our regular class room machines at no additional charge. Please be prompt! Everyone’s time is valuable. Please do not wear heavy perfume or cologne to class. Please turn cell phones off or to vibrate mode. Please come to class prepared. Please call if you are unable to attend a class session. Appletree Quilting Center
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Machine Guide Lessons If you purchased your Viking or BERNINA machine or software from AQC, your guide lessons are FREE and you may repeat them as often as you like (space permitting). If you purchased your machine elsewhere and would like to take your owner’s guide lessons with Appletree Quilting, you must register for the complete set of lessons provided for your particular machine or software: If the class meets: one time, the fee will be $150; two times, the fee will be $300; three times, the fee will be $450; or four times, the fee will be $600. Please register for guide classes at least one week prior to the beginning of a class series.
VIKING Guide Lessons Machine Guide Lessons: Please bring your sewing machine or serger, manual, foot control, power cord, and all the accessories to class. Embroidery machine owners do not need to bring their embroidery units to class until the third week. Lessons for Basic Viking Machines A. 6:00 – 8:30 B. 1:00 – 3:30 C. 6:00 – 8:30 D. 1:00 – 3:30 E. 6:00 – 8:30
PM PM PM PM PM
Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue.
Sept. 3 Oct. 1 Nov. 5 Jan. 7 Feb. 4
This class is for owners of basic Viking sewing machines including 100Q, Eden Rose 250M, Tribute 145M, Emerald 183, 118 and 116, and the E20 or equivalent. This class will cover basic machine operation and maintenance.
Lessons for Computerized Viking Machines A. 6:00 – 8:30 B. 1:00 – 3:30 C. 6:00 – 8:30 D. 1:00 – 3:30 E. 6:00 – 8:30
PM PM PM PM PM
Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue.
Sept. 10, 17 Oct. 8, 15 Nov. 12, 19 Jan. 14, 21 Feb. 11, 18
This class is for owners of computerized Viking sewing machines including Brilliance 75Q, Sapphires, Opals, Eden Rose 250C, Tribute 140C, or equivalent. The first class of each session will cover basic machine operation and maintenance. The second class will cover additional features and programming.
Lessons for Viking Embroidery Machines A. 6:00 – 8:30 B. 1:00 – 3:30 C. 6:00 – 8:30 D. 1:00 – 3:30 E. 6:00 – 8:30
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This class is for owners of Viking embroidery machines including the Designer Diamond, Designer Ruby, Designer Topaz, or Designer SE. The first two classes of each session will cover sewing machine operation, techniques, and Appletree Quilting Center
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maintenance. The third class will cover machine embroidery techniques. The fourth class will explore design positioning, on screen customizing, and computer connectivity.
Lessons for Epic, Brilliance 80 & Epic 980Q A. 1:00 – 4:00 B. 6:00 – 9:00 C. 1:00 – 4:00 D. 6:00 – 9:00 E. 1:00 – 4:00
PM PM PM PM PM
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This class is for owners of the top of the line Viking Epic embroidery machine or Epic 980Q (sessions 1-3 for 980Q).
Serger & HandiQuilter Guide Lessons By special appointment only. If you purchased your longarm quilter or serger from AQC, your guide lessons are free. If you purchased elsewhere, there will be a charge of $75 per hour with a one hour minimum.
Viking Software Guide Lessons: Please bring your laptop with the current software installed and your dongle to class. If you need assistance installing your software, please make a special appointment prior to the class dates. We do not have class time for installation. Premier Plus Embroidery A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Sept. 15 & 22
Premier Plus Modify
A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM Sun. Sept. 29 & Oct. 13
Premier Plus Cross Stitcher A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Oct. 20
Premier Plus Create
A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM Sun. Nov. 3 & 10
BERNINA Guide Lessons
Machine Guide Lessons: Please bring your sewing machine or serger, manual, foot control, power cord, and all the accessories to class. Embroidery machine owners do not need to bring their embroidery units to class until the third and fourth week. Lessons for Bernettes and BERNINA Sewing Machines through the 5 Series A. 1:00 – 3:30 B. 6:00 – 8:30 C. 1:00 – 3:30 D. 6:00 – 8:30 E. 1:00 – 3:30
PM PM PM PM PM
Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue. Tue.
Sept. 3, 10, 17 Oct. 1, 8, 15 Nov. 5, 12, 19 Jan. 7, 14, 21 Feb. 4, 11, 18
This class is for owners of any current Bernette or BERNINA sewing machines including Bernette Seville, London 5, Chicago 5 & 7, and BERNINA 300 and 500 series models purchased from Appletree Quilting Center. Class #1: Basic machine operation and maintenance for all machines in this category. Class #2: Additional features and programming for BERNINA 300 and 500 series models. Class #3: Embroidery features for Chicago 7 and BERNINA 560 (if applicable) and 580/590. Page 15
BERNINA 7 & 8 Series Embroidery Machines A. B. C. D. E.
1:00 – 3:30 PM 6:00 – 8:30 PM 1:00 – 3:30 PM 6:00 – 8:30 PM 1:00 – 3:30 PM
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Sept. 5, 12, 19, 26 Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 Nov. 7, 14, 21, Dec. 5 Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23 Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27
This class is for owners of any current BERNINA series 7 or 8 sewing machines including the 700, 710, 740, 750, 770, 780, 790, 880, and 880 Select purchased from AQC. Class #1: Basic machine operation and maintenance for all machines in this category. Class #2: Additional features and programming for all machines in this category. Class #3: Quilting and stitch regulator; Plus other optional accessories. Class #4: Additional embroidery features for BERNINA 750, 770, 780, 790, 880 and 880 Select. If you have purchased a 750 or 770 with embroidery, 780, 790, 880, or 880 Select, please bring your embroidery unit to class #3 and class #4.
BERNINA Software Guide Lessons: Please bring your laptop with the current software installed to class. If you need assistance installing your software, please make a special appointment prior to the class dates.
The Basics & Editing A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Digitizing
A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Sept. 22 & 29 Sun. Nov 17 & 24
3D & Special Effects A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Cross Stitcher
Introducing the NEW bernette 70 Series Embroidery & Sewing Machines Whether you are just beginning to sew and embroider or you have a young sewist who wants to develope new skills, check out these fabulous new mid-priced machines from BERNINA of America.
bernette b70 Deco Embroidery Machine The b70 DECO is a real specialist. As a pure embroidery machine, it offers everything for decorating or personalizing clothing or accessories. With over 200 embroidery designs installed the right motif is at your fingertips – and you can directly edit it on the touch screen. Upload and save your own embroidery motifs via USB flash drive. Raise your creativity to the next level with the bernette b70. MSRP = $1999. • • • • • • • •
Sun. Jan. 5
5-inch color touch screen to easily edit embroidery motifs Easy and quick operation via multi-function knobs Embroidery module, 3 hoops, & embroidery hoop detection Maximum embroidery area of 260x160 mm for big designs 208 preinstalled embroidery motifs Compatible with multiple design formats Convenient upper and lower thread sensors BERNINA Toolbox Lettering and Editing included
bernette b77 Sewing Machine
The b77 focuses exclusively on sewing and quilting. Get creative and sew your own clothes, quilts, or accessories. Sew a delicate chiffon dress or This special class is for our customers who do not have a fine leather a Viking or Bernina and are in need of basic machine clutch. No instruction. Please bring your sewing machine, manual, worries, with the foot control, and power cord. We will cover basic operation b77 it’s simple to and maintenance only. Computerized programming or work with all kinds of materials. Even quilt several layers embroidery will not be covered. Class fee = $25. with an impressive stitch quality. MSRP = $1749. A. 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Sun. Jan. 19
Basic Machine Lessons
Lessons for Basic Sewing Machines A. 2:00 – 4:00 B. 6:00 – 8:00 C. 2:00 – 4:00 D. 6:00 – 8:00 E. 2:00 – 4:00
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5-inch color touchscreen for easy navigation Multi-function knobs for quick operation 500 stitches including 17 different buttonholes Dual feed for fast, even fabric feed Sewing consultant for valuable tips included Programmable foot control with back-kick function Semi-automatic needle threader 8 presser foot soles and large extension table included Appletree Quilting Center
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bernette b79 Sewing & Embroidery Machine so simple to use, you’ll become an expert in no time. This The b79 is our top of line model. This two-in-one machine combines all the sewing functions of the b77 with the embroidery perks of the b70 DECO. The b79 makes creating a unique and special handmade dress with delicate embroidered embellishments easy. Newbies, never fear, this machine is
Introducing the BERNINA 770 QE Tula Pink Special Edition
“This is truly the unicorn of sewing machines!” This beauty really is a one-of-a-kind delight! The lovely rainbow finish on the freearm cover and thread take-up lever cover as well as the exclusive Tula Pink designed faceplate and exclusive Tula Pink decorative stitches and embroidery designs transform the BERNINA 770 QE into a stunning must have machine! It comes with all the latest innovations of the B770 Appletree Quilting Center
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attractively priced sewing and embroidery, machine is perfect for everyone. MSRP = $2699. • • • • • • • •
5-inch color touchscreen for easy navigation Multi-function knobs for quick operation Extensive sewing and embroidery area 500 stitches and endless possibilities with Stitch Designer Dual feed for fast, even fabric feed Programmable foot control with back-kick function Embroidery module, 3 hoops, & embroidery hoop detection 2 BERNINA Toolbox software modules included
QE plus lots of fabulous extras. Plus, this magical machine comes with an amazing collection of gifts worth over $4,300! • • • •
BERNINA Suitcase System USB stick with over 500 embroidery & quilt designs BERNINA Toolbox Editing Software Tula Pink Hardware Set − a rainbow-drenched collection of hand-crafted sewing tools in a decorative tin • BERNINA Accessory bag • 7 Series Embroidery Module
The total package value is over $11,799! MSRP = $7499! Also avaiable is the B570 QE Tula Pink Special Edition with $2,200 worth of extras. MSRP = $5,999. Both of these fabulous Unicorn machines will be available for a limited time at Appletree Quilting Center. Place your order soon! Page 17
BERNINA
Husqvarna VIKING
Appletree Quilting Center Web Site & Online Store: www.appletreequilting.com Gold Star Repair Center
2541 Bernadette Dr. Columbia, MO 65203 (573) 446-2655 1-800-269-2655
10 – 5:30 pm Mon. – Thr. 10 – 5:00 pm Fri. & Sat. Closed Sundays
Authorized Dealer for Husqvarna Viking, BERNINA, and Handi Quilter
Make A Wish .... Macy! Macy is an adorable
6th grader who at the age of 9 was diagnosed with a noncancerous jaw tumor. After it was surgically removed, Macy spent a year receiving daily injections and making trips to the outpatient clinic at the Women’s and Children’s
A memoriable trip to Chicago for Macy and her family to meet Paul Ashworth, the president of BERNINA of America, and Amanda Murphy, reknowned quilter, author, & designer!
Macy is leaving the building with her new BERNINA 790E!
Macy has donated 1,750 Bead Bags for children to store their Beads of Courage in! Above: Macy with her Dad & Mom! Page 18
Hospital. Due to her treatments and recovery time, Macy was unable to attend school. Always a very active girl, Macy needed to find alternative hobbies. A friend of the family introduced her to the art of quilting and Macy has done an amazing amount of quilt making since that time. Beads of Courage bead bags: beads are given to children who have had serious medical problems. After each treatment, x-ray, series of labs, or doctors visit, a child will receive one Bead of Courage. Macy has made and donated 1,750 bags to the hospital. When Macy’s family donated the bags, her father said, “Macy wants the world’s best sewing machine.” The nurse said, “You do know that she qualifies for the Make-a-Wish Program?” After submitting the paperwork to Make-a-Wish, Macy’s family received notification that she would be granted her Wish! Then followed a trip to Appletree Quilting Center to pick out her new BERNINA 790E Anniversary Edition sewing machine. To honor this very special little girl and her family, BERNINA gave her a memorable trip to Chicago to visit BERNINA headquarters and to attend a quilting class with Amanda Murphy. Appletree Quilting Center
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