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Class & Event Schedule January-February-March 2015

“Sew & Tell” SEWING CLUB Join “Sew & Tell”, our exciting sewing club where you’ll learn techniques for sewing, serging and much more. We will demonstrate feet, threads, and great techniques to take your sewing skills to a new level. We’ll also bring you up to date on new products we’ve discovered. Members are encouraged to bring one show & tell sewing project they have made recently, and to join in the discussions by sharing thoughts and knowledge about the various topics. This is a lecture/demonstration club, with lots of fun learning. Come and gather with people who love to sew. Instructor: Millie Schwandt

FEE: $50 per year (10 months); the fee is prorated, based on when

you join. You can also “drop in” to any session for only $7.

You may attend which ever session fits your schedule. Here are the

dates and topics for this term:

Wednesday January 21, 2pm or 6pm

Topic: Tension — Relieve the Stress of Sewing Wednesday February 18, 2pm or 6pm

Topic: Order in the Closet — Sewing on Vinyl

Wednesday March 18, 2pm or 6pm

Topic: Power Zips Be sure to sign up to receive our Sew & Tell Reminder Emails to let you know our monthly topics.

Classes for EVERYONE!

1056 Green Acres Road Eugene OR 97408

(Beltline & Delta Highway, in Delta Oaks Center)

541-345-2100

Website: www.paramount-sew-vac.com Facebook: Facebook/ParamountSewing Email: [email protected] Hours: Monday-Friday 9 - 6 Saturday 9 - 5 Sunday Closed

Paramount is more than our name… it’s what YOU are to us!

SEW SIMPLE CLASS: Mug Rug Haven’t sewn for a while, or just want to make a quick, cute little project? Mickie’s SEW SIMPLE CLASS is the place you want to be. With just a few fat quarters or scraps of your favorite fabrics, you will enjoy sewing a cute mug rug to use as a special gift or keep for yourself. Explore your decorative stitches on your machine, and do a little quilting with your walking foot, and you’re all set for that hot mug of coffee or tea.

Instructor: Mickie Broy

Class Fee: $10

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January 16, 2-5pm

THE LARGEST SELECTION OF THREADS in Lane County!

Exciting news! Our former “Software Sampler” class has been overhauled and updated, and is now called “Software Inspirations”. Come and take a walk on the “inspired” side using your BERNINA Embroidery Software 7. This lecture/demo class series walks you through the steps to create great projects using this very powerful embroidery software. The class includes a video and written instructions to guide you through the projects as well as class discussions and Q & A’s. You take home a CD with the video lesson, Instructions and designs created for the lesson.

If you don’t have this software but want to know more about why you might want it, you are welcome to audit this class. Just call to reserve your spot. When you decide you just can’t live without it, your $10 class fee will be applied to your purchase. Instructors: Diane Williams & Millie Schwandt

Monthly Class Fee: $10 Classes are on the 4th Tuesdays and 4th Wednesdays

Tuesday January 27, 6:30–8:30pm or Wednesday January 28, 10am-12pm

Digitize a Logo Discover some basic digitizing techniques while we create an embroidery design working only from a poor quality graphic. Working with small lettering will also be covered. Tuesday February 24, 6:30-8:30pm or Wednesday February 25, 10am-12pm

Blooming Bliss Quilt Design a “jellyroll” quilt project and coordinating quilt patterns using BERNINA Embroidery Software 7, Artwork Canvas and the Quilter Program. Tuesday March 24, 6:30-8:30pm or Wednesday March 25, 10am-12pm

All Geared Up Use the tools in Art Canvas to create “gear” shapes for unique quilting and applique patterns.

1056 Green Acres Road , Eugene, OR 97408 541-345-2100

www.paramount-sew-vac.com

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So, you have an embroidery machine! Yea!! Learning about stabilizers, threads, fabric choices and hooping techniques can seem daunting, but this lecture/demo series will help take the mystery away so you can tackle any project... FEARLESSLY! Each month we will present a project that illustrates a common embroidery question. In class, we also discuss methods, hints, and projects. You will take home a CD with the video, project instructions and a free embroidery design. Become empowered to overcome the fear of machine embroidery and enjoy embroidery success! Instructors: Paramount Staff Members

Monthly Class Fee: $10 Classes are on the 4th Saturdays

Saturday January 24, 10am–12pm

Zip it Up Have you wondered about what the differences are between using an alphabet design collection and using a font on the machine or in the software? Learn the difference while making this unique bag that zips up to create a bag perfect for holding sparkling cider, wine or even bubble bath. Unzip it and it lays flat! Embroider the bag to make it truly personalized for the recipient. Saturday February 28 22, 10am–12pm

Pretty Practical Learn to use design templates and the actual pattern piece to get exact embroidery placement while making this thread bag and pin cushion which is pretty and functional. The weighted pin cushion sits on the table and holds the bag to catch your thread snips as you sew. You can also use the bag pattern to create a cute little purse!

Saturday March 28, 10am–12pm

Keep Warm and Carry On Get a handle on how to embroider on items with lots of seams and how to use an embroidery product that lets you turn your embroidery design into a fusible appliqué. Learn these techniques and be the hit of the next potluck as you proudly carry your dish in this VERY easy-to-make and clever embroidered carrier.

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HOOPSISTERS “Sewn Seeds” Calling all Hoop Fans! We have the 2015 Block of the Month, and it’s beautiful! This year’s quilt is called “Sewn Seeds” and it’s full of options including a new on-point setting. In this 5-month class, you will learn how to piece, applique and quilt a whole quilt (or smaller project) one block at a time, entirely in your machine’s embroidery hoop. Each month you bring your USB stick to class to receive that month’s designs and instructions. We will demonstrate the techniques during 1-hour lecture/demo using one of our embroidery machines, so you can go home and stitch out your blocks with confidence. Do not bring your machine to class. Show and tell of your completed block is strongly encouraged as the class progresses — that’s the other half of the fun! Class Requirements: you must have an embroidery machine and know how to transfer embroidery designs from a USB stick to your embroidery machine. Instructors: Diane Williams and Mickie Broy

Monthly Class Fee: $30 per class ($150 for all 5 months)

Fee includes designs loaded onto your USB stick (Please bring it

to class each month).

There are 3 sessions each month:

Wednesdays, 11am—12pm or 2—3 pm or 6—7pm

Dates: February 4 Class 1 of 5

March 4 Class 2 of 5

April 1 Class 3 of 5

May 6 Class 4 of 5

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NO MESS, NO FUSS APPLIQUÉ This is a hand appliqué class devoted to using a specific and unique appliqué method taught by Glenda. This appliqué method DOES NOT use freezer paper, glue, templates, hemostats, or overlays -- hence the name "No Mess, No Fuss Appliqué". This method is highly portable and able to fit into a baggie in your purse. To view the classes, please visit the “APPLIQUE” pages on Glenda’s website: www.glyncor.com

FIESTA VASES QUILT This “Teacher’s Favorite” class began in April 2014, using these beautiful patterns to learn Glenda’s applique techniques from beginning to advanced. The project includes 2 filler blocks, pieced sashing, and 5 large blocks (7-months) or 8 large blocks (10-months). Note: Class is closed to new students. Instructor: Glenda Correll

Class Fee: $25 / month

Group B: Mondays January 19, February 16 and March 16, 9:30am-3pm

FREE-MOTION MACHINE QUILTING:

FMQ 1 & 2 combined FMQ 1: Beginning free-motion quilting will teach students to master their sewing machine as they “teach” it to follow their lead. Students learn the basics of “FMQ” using basic Free-Motion Quilting techniques. FMQ 2: Intermediate free-motion quilting expands the lesson to include a variety of “open design” background fillers. In this intermediate FMQ class, students will learn to first draw, and then stitch, designs, while training hands and eyes to move in a free-style manner. Intermediate sewing skills are suggested for this class.

Instructor: Glenda Correll

Class Fee: $35

Saturday January 31, 9:30am-3:30pm



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MINI TINY DANCER This small pieced project is “charm square friendly” so you can use a charm pack if you like, or you can use 5” squares if you prefer . It fast to cut and piece, so you’ll be done quickly and want to make more. Finished size approximately 12-1/2” x 18-1/2”,


Class Fee: $27

Tuesday February 3, 10am-3pm

U.F.O. DAY Have you taken a class or started a sewing project, that you still haven’t finished? Well, don’t fear that U.F.O. (Un-Finished Object) any longer. Let Mickie help you get it done!


Class Fee: $21

Tuesday February 17, 10am-3pm


COUNT ON IT! Count down the days to all your special events each month. These cute wall hangings are fast, fun and easy. Based on the book “Count On It” by Nancy Halvorsen, you’ll find one for each month of the year, so pick your favorite to work on in class.


Class Fee: $24

Tuesday January 20, 10am-3pm




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BRAND NEW CLASS! BERNINA DesignWorks software lets you be the designer of embroidery, cutwork, paintwork and crystalwork creations. Come learn about this amazing software each quarter during this 2-hour lecture/demo class. You’ll watch a lecture recorded by a BERNINA Educator, then practice the lesson while learning more tips from Millie and her samples. If you don’t have DesignWorks software but want to know more about why you just gotta have it, you are welcome to audit this class. Just call to reserve your spot. When you decide you just can’t live without it, your $10 class fee will be applied to your purchase.

Instructor: Millie Schwandt

Class Fee: $10 Note: This class is held only once each term. Don’t miss it!

Tuesday March 10, 10am-12pm

Super “Bowl” 2015 Design a CutWork bowl embellished with PaintWork and CrystalWork. You won't be able to stop at making just one!

CIRCLE SORBET Sewing in circles is really FUN, but we need to warn you… it’s also addictive. There are no curved seams, just lots of places to use decorative stitches, or plain stitches if you prefer. Make it bright or subtle. This technique uses your circular stitch attachment to make it super easy.


Class Fee: $25

Friday January 23, 10am-4pm

FINISH YOUR SORBET Mickie has taught four Circle Sorbet classes so far, and there’s one more in January. What a popular class!! We’ve seen some of your amazing Circle Sorbet projects finished (thanks for sharing with us) but if yours is still running around in circles in your sewing room, come and get it done! Bring your completed circle blocks and learn how sew them together into one amazing quilt. Mickie will show you the technique she used. Please bring finished circle blocks…. this class is about putting it all together.


Class Fee: $15

Friday February 20, 10am-3pm

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GARMENT SEWING WORKSHOP You’ve taken Millie’s Garment Construction Tips & Tricks Classes (either the ones above or in the past), SO now let’s put the samples into practical use. Come and work on a garment under Millie’s mentoring. If you haven’t taken the previous classes, you can call and set up a time to meet with Millie about taking the Workshop.


Class Fee: $33 per class

Thursday January 29, 10am-4pm

Thursday March 26, 10am-4pm

SEWING & SERGING KNITS Afraid of knits? Millie will guide you on a journey that will calm your fears. She’ll cover types of knits, choosing a pattern, correct needles and threads to use, which sewing machine stitches and feet work best, and how to sew knits with a serger. “Stretch” your sewing skills, and enjoy sewing on knits!


Class Fee: $27 per class plus a $5 kit fee

Kit fee is payable to instructor when you come to class, and it includes

enough fabric to make samples.

Thursday January 8, 10am-2pm

GARMENT SEWING TECHNIQUES Take your garment sewing from “homemade” to “haute couture”. Millie is an amazing garment-master, and learning these basics from her will make a BIG difference in your sewing pleasure! You can take both classes or just the ones you want, but BE SURE TO SIGN UP EARLY! because these classes usually fill quickly.

Class 1: THE BASICS Millie will guide you through seam choices, pressing, trimming, topstitching, facings & interfacing, as well as proper thread and needle information and tips on how to read a pattern. Instructor: Millie Schwandt

Class Fee: $33

Thursday February 5, 10am-3pm

Class 2: CLOSURES Millie has brought together her tips & tricks for the various closures used in garment sewing including buttonholes & buttons, zippers, elastic and waistbands. Instructor: Millie Schwandt

Class Fee: $33

Thursday March 5, 10am-3pm

Choose the right type of class for YOU! Beginner: Whether you've never threaded a needle, you’re experimenting with a sewing machine or serger, or just haven’t sewn in years… this is a great class for you. These simple, basic classes will increase your knowledge and skill level while you create a fun project. This class is also suitable to anyone who has additional sewing skills.

Intermediate: When you have completed a number of beginning sewing projects and are looking to increase your knowledge base, choose this level of class. We focus on tools and techniques to make you an even better home sewer. Suitable for a “confident beginner”.

Advanced: These classes cater to experienced sewers. Choose these when you want to become familiar with new and advanced types of sewing projects under the guidance of a professional.

Hand Appliqué: These classes are for hand applique, not machine. Please see class descriptions for any pre-requisite or other requirements for the class.

Machine Embroidery: You will either be using your embroidery machine in this class, or it is a lecture/demonstration class about machine embroidery. All brands of embroidery machines are welcome in these classes. Please be sure to ask if you have any questions.

Software: Bring your laptop with the appropriate software already installed. Please be sure it’s up-to-date with the most current update before coming to class (we need everyone to be on the same “page”). Bring your external mouse, mouse pad, power cord, and dongle (if your software needs one). Please be sure to ask if you have any questions.

How to Register: To register for a class, simply come by Paramount in person or call 541-345-2100. Class fees are due when you register. Be sure you get a supply list for each class when you pay for your class so you know what to bring. You will receive a 15% discount on any items specified on the class supply list. Please note: to comply with U.S. copyright laws, if an instructor specifies a book, embroidery design or other unique item for the class, each student must own their own copy.

Refunds and Cancellations: Classes not meeting minimum enrollment will be canceled one week in advance of the class Date. If we must cancel the class for that or any other reason, we will refund your fees. We will call you if the class is cancelled. We pay our teachers for a guaranteed number of students, so if you need to cancel a class refunds will be given only if you call and cancel at least 7 days prior to the class. You are welcome to send a friend in your place if you cannot attend, but we will be unable to refund the tuition.

Other information: If you’d like to use one of our machines for a class, just let us know a day or two before the class. This is a great way to "test drive" a new machine. We design most of our classes to accommodate all levels of sewing skills, beginning to advanced — if you have any questions about a class, please do not hesitate to ask. For all-day classes, you will have a break around noon. You may bring a lunch (we have a refrigerator & microwave) or you can purchase lunch nearby. When you take a class at Paramount, we intend to teach you the basic concepts for the class. Our goal is to provide you ample time to grasp the concepts and do part of the project. The time allowed may not be enough to finish the entire project, but you will have the knowledge needed to complete it very successfully. For their safety, we cannot allow children to attend an adult sewing class with you. And for everyone’s comfort, our classroom is a fragrance-free zone. Thanks for your consideration of others.

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FREE, UNLIMITED MACHINE INSTRUCTION LESSONS When you purchase your JANOME, BERNINA or PFAFF sewing machine, serger, embroidery machine or quilt machine and frame at Paramount, you get FREE, unlimited one-on-one Machine Instruction Lessons. We want you to learn how to use your new equipment, so please call to schedule your personal lessons with one of our educators at your earliest convenience.

If you need to learn how to use your sewing machine, regardless of what brand or where it was purchased, please see our “Sewing Machine Basics” class, or call to inquire about upcoming sessions.



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OPEN SEW… get it DONE and have some FUN Do you have unfinished sewing projects you’d like to get out of your UFO (Un-Finished Objects) pile? Sometimes there are just too many distractions at home! Our classroom is available for your use, and staff is on hand to answer questions. Bring your machine, your project, and all supplies needed to complete it. If you need to borrow a machine, just let us know when you sign up. We’re here to help.

FREE! Space is limited, so please call to register.

Look for OPEN SEW on our calendar for dates and times.

ZEN PLAY You’ll explore this fascinating technique, and use the decorative stitches on your sewing machine to create a small one-of-a-kind wall hanging. Mickie chose cats as her subject, but you can use what ever image you like and it will look awesome! It might seem complicated, but you’ll be thrilled as you learn that it’s SEW much easier than it looks. Warning: it’s addictive!


Class Fee: $27

Tuesday March 17, 10am-3pm

STORE & GO ZIPPER CASE This is the perfect case for your jewelry or sewing necessities. The full zipper closure takes this organizer to the lovely shape of a half-moon. You’ll use your decorative stitches on your machine and your circular sewing attachment to create fun, fancy designs to embellish this cute yet practical case.

Instructor: Susan Stark

Class Fee: $20

Friday February 13, 10am-3pm

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Additions or changes to the class calendar are announced in the Paramount E-News, a weekly newsletter that is sent to subscribers. It’s FREE and you can subscribe at: www.paramount--sew--vac.com

Happy New Year!

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