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Sew-ology Gazette August 2017

Christmas in August We are kicking off the start of the holiday sewing season this

month! Lots of class offerings for holiday gifts.

Saturday, August 19th

Join us for the fun and festivities. Holiday fabrics are out and ready to be transformed into beautiful handmade gifts.

Watch your inbox for more details.

9:30-10:30: Jingle all the Way Demo - four unique techniques from the Kimberbell used to create the adorable “Jingle All

the Way” Quilt

11:00-3:00 - Get the holiday decorating started early with making your first tree skirt. See more details inside under

“Kringle Crossing”

Come by to see it in action!

2017 Block of the Month

Monthly Meeting: Saturday, August 12

9:30am-10:30am Due to the classroom rental, the monthly meeting has

been moved. Kits are available now if you are not able

to make the meeting.

We know there are quilters who

will always “quick-cut” the 90° family of shapes with a 6″ x 24″ ruler. But not many

want to cut 60° projects with that same ruler! Or avoid any block that can’t be cut

with a basic ruler. The From Marti and Me Hexie Club will give you the confidence

to try an alternative and something new.

The hexagon club is planned to start with a very easy equilateral triangles project,

no set-in seams, etc., and each month add progressively more skills.

Saturday, August 12 11:00am-12:00pm

Topic: Hexie Charms

$5.00

Saturday, August 12 12:30pm-2:00pm

Topic: Nesting Baskets

This is a monthly club meeting for those that have registered to be part of our year long focus to create twelve pro-

jects designed to organize everything from sewing tools to office supplies to phone chargers and other tech gear. If

you are interested in this project, see the hands on class that is available this month.

English Paper Piecing Sampler

Have you fallen in love with English Paper Piecing yet? Over the next few

months we will be learning a new design block each month from the book

by Darlene Beltman and Teresa Justice "An English Paper-Pieced Sampler".

This month is Bowties and Clamshells. Join at any time!

Thursday, August 3 10:00am-12:00pm

(1 day course) $10 Instructor: Jan

Christmas Bench Pillow

What a better way to change up your bench

or bed with this monthly pillow. Just change

out the theme each month. This 15" X 36"

bench pillow will show off your quilting skills

with little effort and big rewards. Learn appli-

qué, quilting and installing a zipper all in one

class.



Class Symbol Key

=Beginner

=Advanced Beginner =Intermediate

=Beginner

Machine Embroidery

Kringle Crossing

Kringle Crossing is a fun modern tree skirt and table topper pattern

in one! The tree skirt finishes 51” wide and can be personalized with

your family’s names, fun holiday words or your puppies! The table

topper finishes 31” wide and is a fun way to liven up your table for

each season and holiday!


(1 day course) $35 Instructor: Amy

English Paper Piecing

Snowman Gift Card Holder

Have you ever looked at the English Paper Pieced projects

and wanted to make it, but didn't know where to start? Well

this is the class for you. We will go over the tools and "how to"

while making a cute Snowman gift card holder. The pen is

actually a quick and easy project to start you on the path to

English Paper Piecing.

Thursday, August 3 1:00pm-4:00pm


Folded Star Table Runner

These Folded Star designs are back but with a new, fast

and easy technique. The center on the table runner is the

Folder Star, adding strips and border to easily complete a

festive table topper. Also made the center folded star into

a hot pad to match. These go together quickly and

make great Christmas or hostess gifts for the seasons

ahead.

Wednesday, August 16 10:00am-3:00pm


Thread Dispensing Bag

You’ll have no more tangled jumbles of thread when you make and

use these handy thread cases. Special slots in each pocket enable

you to easily thread a needle without removing the spools from their

pockets and keep everything as neat as a pin.



Become a Master of your BERNINA sewing machine! Now that you’ve bought your fabulous new machine, let’s learn how to use it.

PLEASE call and register for classes at least one week prior to class start date.

University

Master Your Sewing Machine 2

For all current BERNINA models

This class is designed to be used as a step-by-step guide to familiarize

you with the basic operation of your BERNINA sewing machine.

Please see our website for a supply list.


Master Your Embroidery Software

For all current Version 8 Embroidery Software Owners

This class is designed to make you more comfortable with the basic

and more advanced features in Version 8 Software.

Design Editing

Friday, August 18 10:00am-12:00pm

Longarm Rental Certification

In order to rent time on the BERNINA Q24 longarm

quilting machines, you must complete the

Longarm Certification Class 1.


The course costs $125 and includes all supplies that you will

need for class.*

* if you opt to continue with renting the machines, you will be

required to purchase a quick zip leader set separately.

Endless Embroidery

Endless Embroidery is a feature that has the ability to set the

number of repeats desired for the particular hoop that you are

using. Designs can be resized so that the number will be stitched

in one hoop. Guide stitches are created so you can easily join

more than one hooping together to form a larger design. Learn

how to use this multi- hooping feature built into your embroidery

machine while making a pillow band wrap.

This class is open to all BERNINA 700, 780, 790, 830, & 880

embroidery machines

Friday, August 11 11:00am-1:00pm OR 6:00pm-8:00pm


University

Curious as to what an Overlocker or Serger does? Wonder how it

would benefit you as an addition to your sewing studio. In this round

robin style, hands-on class, you will experience the bernette b44

Overlocker, the BERNINA L 450, the L 220, along with optional presser

feet, such as the Gathering foot, Elasticator, and Multipurpose foot.

Learn the ways these machines can complete the sewing job profes-

sionally and effortlessly.

Hoop Envy Club Machine Brands and Hoops of all sizes are welcome. There may be some limitations

depending upon the largest hoop available for your machine.

August Topic: Stitch a sweet monogrammed bag accented with a whim-

sical monogram and fun ric-rac or other trim. Choose a clear vinyl or

mesh fabric front for a truly customized case!

Tuesday, August 22 11:00am-1:00pm


School of Embroidery

Struggling with your confidence in the embroidery world? Do you avoid a project because

you are not sure how do to a technique or which stabilizer to use? Enroll in our embroidery

academy. Each month we will tackle a new technique, learn about embroidery products,

and troubleshooting embroidery problems.

Machine Brands and Hoops of all sizes are welcome. There may be some limitations depending upon the largest

hoop available for your machine.

August Topic: MULTI-HOOPING - Practice your multi-hooping skills with this Baltimore-inspired appliqué pillow. You’ll be

pleased with how all the pieces of this project line up perfectly! This project is compatible with any embroidery machine

that has the capability to stitch 3” x 5” designs.

Monday, August 7 11:00am-1:00pm (1 day course) $20 Instructor: Amy

Poinsettia Leaf Table Center

Get ready now for Christmas with this festive table center decor. Each poinsettia leaf is stitched in the hoop. You will make eight leaves and stitch together to cre-

ate a table wreath for a candle for bowl. The design can be stitched in a 5 x 7, 6 x 10 and 7 x 12 hoop.



Fa-La-La-Fabulous

Add a little humor in your Christmas decorations, or give as a gift. With this

Kimberbell embroidery design you will learn machine appliqué , an easy way to

add a 1/2" inner border and putting in a zipper.



Let’s Get Organized: Nesting Baskets

One can never have too many baskets! In this class you’ll learn what sets ByAn-

nie’s Soft and Stable apart from other stabilizers. We will use a double layer of

Soft and Stable to make these baskets hold their shape and stay extra-sturdy.

You'll love how easy it is to sew through the layers and turn everything right side

out. Learn to cut pattern pieces from a template, how to make perfect circles

for the base and lid, and how to join pieces with curved edges. Discover the

best tools for marking lines to align the sturdy handles and vinyl label. You’ll

surely want a basket for every room and every occasion.

Monday, August 21 11:00am-2:00pm

(1 day course) $35* Instructor: Amy

*If you are a member of the Let’s Get Organized Club, you can take this class

at a discounted price of $20.00

Beginner Kids Sewing This program provides the necessary foundation in basic

sewing skills and equipment usage for kids of all ages,

while engaging them in a series of fun projects and the

creation of their “Seams & Samples” Workbooks.

Ages: 8-12

August 21-24 (4 days) 3:00pm-5:00pm

$180

Class fee includes machine use and supplies

*This class is a pre-requisite for any of our future kids sewing classes.

Is this your reaction when you

see an Embroidery machine? Do you want to try machine embroidery before making an

investment? Want to join the fun at a Kimberbell Event but wor-

ried about being a newbie? Overwhelmed at the techniques?

There is need to be afraid! Let Amy walk you through a quick

embroidery project as you learn how easy machine embroidery

really is! We will supply everything! You just need to show up with

a SMILE.

$5.00

Monday, August 28th

11:00am-1:00pm

OR 6:00pm-8:00pm

Store Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-6:00pm Sat 9:30 am-4:00pm

www.materialgirlsquilt.com

301-392-9575

November 13 and 14, 2017 (Monday & Tuesday)

The Material Girls Quilters' Quest bus departs each

day from LaPlata, MD and returns each evening. The cost is $150

per person. The cost includes 1 hour stops at all 10 shops, lunch

each day and a pizza party on Monday evening. A deposit of $75 is

required to hold your spot. The balance for the bus trip will be due

October 1st, 2017. After October 1st, there will be no refunds.

Monday, September 4, 2017

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