The Sewing Machine Buzz · The Sewing Machine Buzz By Jeff Vogel The hot weather is behind us, or will be soon. We are all back from our sewing machine conventions. Lorraine went

The Sewing Machine Buzz By Jeff Vogel

The hot weather is behind us, or will be soon. We are all back from our sewing machine conventions. Lorraine went to Atlanta for Janome’s Institute and they have released a new 13½” sewing space machine called the M7. You can fit a king-sized quilt without a struggle in this machine! It is also powerful and fast with the largest motor in the industry. Trista and I went to Baby Lock “BLT” and they released four new models. You can choose to have an embroidery only version, or a combo sewing / embroidery machine. Two of the models have built in Wi-Fi that connect to your phone for transferring pictures to the embroidery editing features in the sewing machine. What next? Voice control?

At BERNINA University we learned about a new, limited special edition machine line designed by Tula Pink. The

B570 and B770 Quilters Editions will have colorful features and a bundle with purchase that includes a free embroidery unit. I have already pre-sold a few of these beauties and am waiting on delivery in October.

Now is a great time to get a new machine, the choices have never been better, and the prices and deals are super. I do not carry any machines made in China so that 25% import fee does not affect me.

Save the dates: November 22nd and 23rd for the BERNINA Academy 3 Event. For this event I have booked the best educator for your information and fun.

As always, thank you for your continued support!

Hi Fashion Sewing Machines NewsletterOctober, November, December 2019

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Hi Fashion’s Quilters’ Quarter Inch... by Trista Pike

Happy Fall! Cooler temperatures are welcome. We are looking forward to another year. Recently, my 4-year-old wanted to get into some snacks before dinner time and told me “Mom, you should better go sew.” I do agree, and laughed about this for days!

Julie has a new, easy Kaleidoscope Class cute as a button; Lorraine is teaching new and different techniques each month in Calendar Club; Angela continues to shower us with “new boyfriends” as she calls them, while also providing open sewing times to keep the fun going.

Baby Lock has all kinds of new things for several different sewing/embroidery levels. I am excited about finding the best features to fit your needs - more specifically to optimize your sewing time …FOR THE LOVE OF SEWING…

Lorraine is back from Janome Training and I am excited to hear all about her adventure and see what they have in store for us.

Bernina Academy is just around the corner. You know it will be good with the Quilting Cowgirl behind the program. Shout out to Heather! It is fun to see your face on the TV for Bernina Creative Webinars!

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OSF - Open Sew Friday10:00am-4:00pm TGIF - TGIF5:30pm-11:30pm


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STG - Stitchers Garden10:00am-1:00pm OR2:00pm-5:00pm

BAB - ByAnnie’s BasicsPetit Fours10:00am-1:00pmBRC - Broken Crayons1:30pm-4:30pm

RPC - Ruler Project Class (1)10:00am-4:00pm

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FTCU - Floriani Embroidery Software10:00am-12:00pmBCC - Bernina Creative Club1:00pm-5:00pm

PHD - Project Half Done10:00am-4:00pm

BOMT - BOM Work Time 9:30am-1:30pm MB - My Bernina Class 12:00pm-5:00pm


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FLD - Flower Dance10:00am-4:00pm

BOMWT - BOM Work Time10:00am-2:00pm

BOMWT - BOM Work Time9:30am-1:30pm OR2:00pm-6:00pm


SSR - Sew Savvy Retreat8:00am-5:00pm (ALC) BLB - Baby Lock Basics10:00am-12:00pmQFK - Quilts for Kids1:00pm-4:00pm

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MB - My Bernina Class 29:30am-12:30pmBOMWT - BOM Work Time1:00pm-5:00pm

CLC - Calendar Club Placemats & Napkins 10:00am-4:00pm

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SBC - Serger Boot Camp10:00am-12:00pmMB - My Bernina Class 22:00pm-5:00pm

BOMA - Block of the Month Anonymous10:00am-4:00pm

SPC - Serger Play Class10:00am-2:00pm

EB - Embroidery Basics10:00am-12:00pmWGC - Wool Gatherers Club1:00pm-4:00pm OR5:00pm-8:00pm

JBC - Janome Basics Class10:00am-1:00pmRFC - Ruler Foot Class 2:00pm-5:00pm

BAB - ByAnnie’s BasicsPiecekeeper10:00am-1:00pmBOMT - BOM Work Time2:00pm-6:00pm

FLK - Floral Kaleidoscope10:00am-4:00pm

QWF - Quilting with Your Walking Foot10:00am-4:00pm

BLB - Baby Lock Basics10:00am-12:00pm

EBB - Embroidery Beyond Basics3:00pm-5:00pm

BOMA - Block of the Month Anonymous10:00am-4:00pm

RPC - Ruler Project Class (2)10:00am-4:00pm

ESP - Easy Stack 4 Patch10:00am-4:00pm

QFK - Quilts for Kids10:00am-1:00pmBAB - ByAnnie’s BasicsEasy Does It2:00pm-5:00pm

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By Jeff Vogel

To Strip or Not to Strip? Very important question. If your sewing machine or serger is having an issue please do NOT remove the thread, needle, pressor foot, bobbin and, if possible, the fabric project. Leave the machine just like it happened when it had the problem. How many times have you taken your car to the repair shop and it does not act up? That happens every week here. So, if we can see the entire picture of the project and machine, we will give a better diagnosis and be able to fix it quicker. Also helpful is a log of the issues with information about the fabric and thread and what you did just before the event. We have even had videos sent to us taken while the machine was misbehaving.

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OHD - Our Home, Digitizing9:30am-1:30pmAGQ - Angel Quilt (1)2:00pm-5:00pm

OHS - Our Home, Sewing9:30am-1:30pmAGQ - Angel Quilt (2)2:00pm-5:00pm


FTCU - Floriani Embroidery Software10:00am-12:00pm BCC - Bernina Creative Club1:00pm-5:00pm

MMS - Mixed Media Santa10:00am-4:00pm


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CLC - Calendar Club Simple Division Runner10:00am-4:00pm


MB - My Bernina Black 1 & 29:30am-4:30pm

BOMWT - BOM Work Time9:30am-1:30pmBAB - ByAnnie’s BasicsPiecekeeper2:00pm-5:00pm

BOMWT - BOM Work Time9:30am-1:30pmBAB - ByAnnie’s BasicsEasy Does It2:00pm-5:00pm

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ASG - American Sewing Guild10:00am-12:00pmBOMWT - BOM Work Time12:30pm-4:30pm

B578 - Bernina Settings 5,7,810:00am-12:00pmB235 - My Bernina SILVER2, 3, 5 1:00pm-4:00pm

RPC - Ruler Project Class (2)Jewel Series10:00am-4:00pm

LOSF - Open Sew Friday 10:00am-4:00pmMVN - Movie Night5:30pm-9:00pm

EB - Embroidery Basics10:00am-12:00pmWGC - Wool Gatherers Club1:00pm-4:00pm OR5:00pm-8:00pm

PHD - Project Half Done10:00am-4:00pm

Quilts for Kids10:00am-1:00pm

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It’s okay to strip the machine down for a normal maintenance. We need the following items to perform a proper service: The machine, standard pressor foot, zig zag stitch plate, bobbin case, foot controller, and the power cord. If we are servicing the embroidery unit, we need a large sized hoop and grid or template so we can calibrate the hoop to the machine. We do not need a needle, we put a new size 80/12 universal needle in every service we perform. Some repair shops charge extra for the new needle and supplies; those items are included in the price of your service.

Happy Sewing!

Learn Basic Skills:Get Started with Bernina Classes

My Bernina BlaCk classes MbThis class is for BLACK BOBBIN Machines. Classes are included with your new BERNINA. We want you to enjoy your new machine and we encourage you to take advantage of classes and learn all the neat functions that your BERNINA has to offer. Registration is required; a kit fee does apply. BERNINAS purchased from elsewhere may also attend classes for a fee of $30.00 per session.Class Fee: Free w/ PurchaseKit fee: $20.00Instructor: Angela JonesClass 1The Basics! This class covers basic information on the machine, needles and thread. Learn the basic functions and features of your BERNINA. Everything from sewing a seam to installing a zipper will be covered in this class.Class 2Explore functions further! Different types of decorative stitches, embellishments, and other techniques with your BERNINA.Class Dates are as follows:Class 1 Wednesday, October 9, 9:30am-12:30pm Tuesday, November 5, 2:00pm-5:00pm Class 2 Wednesday, October 16, 9:30am-12:30pm Tuesday, November 19, 2:00pm-5:00pmClass 1 & 2 Saturday, December 21, 9:30am-4:30pm

My berneTTe lesson MblJump in and get to know all the buttons on your New Machine. Deco is Swiss Designed by BERNINA.Class Fee: Free w/ PurchaseKit Fee: $10.00Date: Tuesday, December 24Time: 10:00am-12:00pmInstructor: Angela Jones

class Policies1. Pre-registration and payment required to hold space in class.2. No refunds if student cancels less than seven days prior to class start date. No refunds are given for classes missed.3. Full refund will be made if class is cancelled by Hi Fashion. A full week’s notice will be given.4. A student is expected to have all required supplies as per class supply list prior to first session of class. 5. Supplies purchased for a cancelled class

may be returned as long as they were not cut items. Receipt required.6. Please make arrangements for your children.

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My bernina silver 2, 3, 5 b235This class is for SILVER BOBBIN Machines. Enjoy your new machine. We encourage you to take advantage of classes and learn all the neat functions that your BERNINA has to offer. Registration is required; a kit fee does apply. BERNINAS purchased elsewhere may also attend classes for a fee of $30.00 per session.Class Fee: Free w/ PurchaseKit fee: $20.00Date: Tuesday, December 17Time: 1:00pm-4:00pmFee: Free w/ PurchaseInstructor: Angela Jones

bernina 5, 7, 8 seTTings b578Get the full potential out of your new machine. Jeff gets into all theinternal settings to get your machine best set for the things you want toaccomplish. Also, this is a great time for questions and answers.Date: Tuesday, December 17Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: Free w/ PurchaseInstructor: Jeff Vogel

bernina creaTive sTudio club bccBERNINA has come out with a new program series. Each class will feature a hands-on project. At this time, we don’t know what projects will be available, but I’m sure they’ll be great, and I’m sure we’ll learn new techniques together!Skill Level: BeginnerDates: Fridays, October 25, December 27Time: 1:00pm–5:00pmFee: $20.00 per sessionInstructor: Angela Jones

See Page 12 for BernIna academy QuIlTIng evenT details....

November 22 and 23 9:00am - 4:30pm

baby lock basics blbHands-on entry level to your new machine; we dive right in with functions and features on these great machines. We want you to be comfortable with your new machine and get full potential. This lesson, we feel, is very important so we offer it monthly. Fee is $30.00, FREE if machine was purchased at HFSM. “LOVE OF SEWING," CONVENIENT ONLINE CLASSES! Get direct access to the Baby Lock Educators, only available with select models.Date: Fridays, October 18, November 1, December 20Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $10.00 (Kit)Instructor: Trista Pike

baby lock serger MasTery bls Congratulations on your new serger! This lesson is especially fun with the impressive air threading. Did you get a “Gold Standard Warranty” or “Love of Sewing Membership?" Convenient online classes. Date: Saturday, October 12Time: 12:30pm-2:30pmFee: $30.00 or FREE if purchased at HFSMFee: $5.00 (Kit)Instructor: Trista Pike

serger Play class sPcFoot play using the different feet and attachments. Bring the feet you have and play with new ones. Prerequisite: Baby Lock Serger Mastery.Skill Level: I have learned how to thread and am ready for more.Date: Wednesday, October 30Times: 10:00am-2:00pmFee: $30.00 (Includes kit)Instructor: Trista Pike

JanoMe basics class JbcAre you new to Janome? Or have you missed out on training with your Janome machine? We are happy to help! We feel you should be confident in what your machine can do for you. Fee is $30.00, FREE if machine was purchased at HFSM.Date: Thursday, October 10Time: 10:00am-1:00pmFee: $10.00 (Kit)Instructor: Lorraine Prinster

baby lock iQ bliQThis is a project class time for you to have support with Baby Lock IQ Designer. Trista will go through the IQ creating process and we will get to know IQ and all the icons. Learn or practice the freedom of IQ Designer, Destiny and Solaris Machines. Date: Wednesday, November 27Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Trista Pike

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coMPuTers 101 wiTh Jeff coMPThis class is for those of you who love to embroider, but struggle with computers. The class will teach skills needed to enhance your embroidery software experience such as drop and drag, transfer designs, finding saved projects, and whatever else comes up. Bring your laptop, or with advance notice we can provide one if you use a desktop PC. Date: Friday, November 15Time: 2:00pm-4:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Jeff Vogel

basics wiTh Jeff JeffDo you need help threading, winding a bobbin, simple maintenance and just knowing how to use your sewing machine? Jeff will help you with your “tension” issues and get you started. Even if your machine is 40 years old, bring it in and learn how to use it! This is not intended to replace the My Bernina or Baby Lock Basics classes, but rather a quick start or review until you can attend them. All machine brands welcome. Sorry no sergers.Date: Thursday, November 7Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $25.00 (FREE if purchased at HFSM)Instructor: Jeff Vogel

oPen sew friday osfJoin us for a fun filled day of Open Sewing! You bring whatever project you would like to work on. We provide assistance if needed, lunch, and a space to work without any distractions. Bring your friends for a “retreat style” day, or make new friends each month. One sign-up per person, per month.Dates: Fridays; October 4, November 8, December 6, December 13Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $25.00 each session Instructor: Lorraine Prinster

Thank goodness iT’s friday TgifCome in for a fun filled time with Lorraine on Friday Nights! Work on your projects without any interruptions and dinner is included. Bring your group of girlfriends, or come in and make new friends! Space is limited, so sign up early! Dates: Fridays; October 4, November 8, December 6Time: 5:30pm-11:30pmFee: $25.00 each session Instructor: Lorraine Prinster

block-of-The-MonTh anonyMous boMaDid you start a block of the month and not finish it? Maybe it was Plain & Fancy, Monthly Minis or Mistletoe Lane, or maybe even an old Simple Whatnots block of the month??? Well, how ‘bout we get together and finish them! That’s what Block-of-the-Month Anonymous is all about moral support and group therapy to finish up some of those old block-of-the-month projects. By finishing them, we are making room for new projects, right?!?! Lunch is included.Dates: Mondays; October 7, November 4Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $25.00 each sessionInstructors: Angela Jones or Lorraine Prinster

serger booT caMP sbcDoes your serger keep breaking threads? Does it create tension for you or just need tension adjustments? Or, do you just have questions in general about how to use your serger more effectively? This is the class for you! ALL BRANDS of sergers WELCOME! This class is very limited in space, so please sign up early. Date: Tuesday, November 19Time: 10:00am-12:00pm Fee: $30.00 Instructor: Jeff Vogel

eMbroidery workshoP agdNew machine owners or those wanting practice with the basics in machine embroidery, this class is for you. Cost is $30.00 for the quarter including designs and class kit. Don’t want to transport your machine? Borrow one of ours, just $60.00 for the quarter. We only have room for 9 participants each session, morning or afternoon. Design packets

are available to purchase from Anita Goodesign, Pickle Pie, Smith Street or others depending upon availability. Dates: Thursdays, October 31, November 21, December 19

Times: 10:00am-1:00pm OR 2:00pm-5:00pm Instructor: Julie Wright

wool gaTherers club wgcLots of wool projects, but no time to work on them? Come join Lorraine, she is here for you. Bring any wool or hand projects to work on during meeting times. This class is a members “club," sign-up anytime and we will pro-rate the price for the remainder of the year. Dates: Thursdays, October 3, November 7, December 5Times: 1:00pm-4:00pm OR 5:00pm-8:00pm Fee: 12 month membership $60.00 Instructor: Lorraine Prinster

sew savvy club sscOur Sew Savvy Club welcomes everyone who has an interest in sewing. The annual membership is $60.00. Members will receive 15% off on their loyalty card qualified purchases. We meet four times a year; your choice of Thursday evenings at 5:30p.m., or Saturday at 9:30 a.m. On Sew Savvy meeting dates, Thursday thru Saturday, members receive Double Boxes on their loyalty cards. You will receive two coupons for $25.00 each toward any class for twelve months. We encourage show and tell at the meetings and you can receive extra drawing tickets for bringing your finished projects. We have two exclusive sewing retreats per year and members are first to see the new fabrics and gadgets at the meetings. On top of all that, you receive $10.00 off our events where we bring in national educators or presenters. At our year end party, we draw for an annual grand prize worth over $600.00.Retreat Date: (ALC) Year End Party Date: (ALC)Friday, October 18 Saturday, December 14Time: 8:00am-5:00pm Time: 10:00 am-12:00pm

ProJecT half done PhdNeed another open sew option? We thought so! Come join Lorraine for another day of getting your projects completed.Dates: Saturdays, October 19, December 28Time 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $25.00 each sessionInstructor: Lorraine Prinster

aMerican sewing guild & friends asgThis is a great opportunity to sew together with other local sewing ladies. Contact Charlene Knoll: 970-241-2913 or email gmesaemb@acsol. comfor more information. Dates: Saturdays, October 12, November 9, December 7 Time: 10:00am-12:00pm

Movie nighT MvnA fun relaxing evening of hand work and a movie. Bring goodies to share,if you would like. Remember, only 10 of us in class, so you don’t need tobring a lot.Date: Friday, December 13Time: 5:30pm-9:00pmFee: $10.00Instructor: Lorraine Prinster

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ruler fooT class 101 rfcLearn to quilt like a pro! Bring your new rulers and quilting gloves, we will help you get the hang of how to get the best finished product with these wonderful tools. Date: Thursday, October 10Time: 2:00pm-5:00pmFee: $10.00Instructor: Shanna Rendon

fun wiTh rulers fwrPlaying with Sew Steady Rulers and the side effect produces amazinglooking quilts. Shanna is our Westalee Certified instructor. This is OpenWork time, a great opportunity to work side by side with Shanna and learn from the best. Bring your own project. Prerequisite Class: Rulers 101.Dates: Friday, October 11; Tuesdays, November 12; December 10Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $25.00 per sessionInstructor: Shanna Rendon

QuilTing wiTh your walking fooT QwfThis is a Two Day Immersion class in using your walking foot to quilt. We will start by learning how to prepare for quilting, then move on to various

quilting designs you can accomplish with your walking foot. If you’ve struggled with free motion quilting, you may consider giving your walking foot a chance, and get some of those quilt tops finished! Our goal will be to finish 16 samples of various walking foot designs and techniques. This is a two-part class.Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

Dates: Monday & Tuesday, October 28 & 29Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $50.00Instructor: Angela Jones

eMbroidery basics ebThis lesson, offered monthly, is meant for new Embroidery Machine owners, ALL BRANDS. You will learn the basics of how to hoop your fabric, transfer a design, basic editing, and stitch out the design. Fee is $35.00, FREE if machine was purchased at HFSM.Dates: Thursdays, October 3, December 5Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $35.00 (FREE if purchased at HFSM) Instructor: Jeff Vogel

eMbroidery beyond basics ebbA continuation of Embroidery Basics. Jeff will show perfect positioning, getting to know different stabilizers and expand your general embroidery knowledge.Date: Friday, November 1Time: 3:00pm-5:00pmFee: $35.00 (FREE if purchased at HFSM) Instructor: Jeff Vogel

design Transfer workTiMe dTwJust what it sounds like, practice transferring embroidery designs with Jeff so that you are able to do this on your own at home. Bring your laptop, or with advanced notice we can provide one if you use a desktop PC. Date: Friday, December 20Time: 3:00pm-5:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Jeff Vogel

eMbroidery your way eywBring a machine embroidery project you are working on and stitch it outwith friends! This class is similar to our other “Open Sew” days, but just for embroiderers. And, also like our other “Open Sew” days, lunch is on us!Skill Level: Confident Beginning EmbroidererDate: Saturday, October 26Time: 10:00am–4:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Angela Jones

QuilTs for kids QfkThis is a charity project, quilts made for kids. Kits are provided and you just bring your sewing machine and smile. Sit and sew for a good cause. This would be a great opportunity to get some pressure free piecing practice in; or just have fun! Fun is a class requirement! Dates: Friday, October 18Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm Monday, November 18Time: 10:00am-1:00pm Tuesday, December 31Time: 10:00am-1:00pm

floriani eMbroidery sofTware fTcu Get to know your Floriani FTCU (Floriani Total Control U) software with Jeff and Angie.Dates: Fridays; October 25, November 15, December 27Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: No Charge, Must own Floriani SoftwareInstructors: Jeff Vogel & Angela Jones

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upcoming 2020 event...

Sew Steady & Westalee RulersDate: March 6 & 7Time: 10:00am-4:00pmLocation: American Lutheran Church

boM “work TiMe” boMWe have reformatted our work sessions for our block-of-the-month programs. We will now offer work sessions that combine all of our current block-of-the-month programs, instead of sessions that are specific to each program. You can attend one session per month, to give you a little more flexibility in your picking a session that meets your schedule. Because more people will be involved in each session, please make sure you sign up, and cancel if you cannot attend. (If you haven’t finished BOM projects for programs that have ended, you can attend BOM Anonymous). CURRENT BOM PROGRAMS INCLUDE:One Crazy Sister, Wooly Red Wagons, Simple Whatnots 8, Poinsettia Winter.October, Dates & Times:

Tuesday 1, 9:30am-1:30pm OR 2:00pm-6:00pm Tuesday 15, 2:00pm-6:00pmWednesday 16, 1:00pm-5:00pm

November, Dates & Times: Tuesday 5, 9:30am-1:30pm Saturday 16, 10:00am-2:00pmMonday 25, 9:30am-1:30pmTuesday 26, 9:30am-1:30pm

December, Dates & Times: Monday 2, 9:30am-1:30pmSaturday 7, 12:30pm-4:30pmMonday 23, 9:30am-1:30pmThursday 26, 1:00pm-5:00pm

Instructors: Angela Jones or Lorraine Prinster

boTanica Park This quilt uses beautiful Tonga batiks and is designed by Wing and a Prayer. Fabric collection features a garden of greens, blues, blossom pinks and berries, plus lavender that deepens into rich purple. Finishes to 107” x 107”.12 months, starts in October$23.50 per month

Block of the Month Quilt Classesone crazy sisTer workdays czswThese workdays are restricted to the One Crazy Sister block of the month program participants. We will be working on different Crazy projects in the BOM program throughout the year, meeting on the second Monday of each month from January thru October.Skill Level: Confident BeginnerDate: Monday, October 14Time: 10:00am–4:00pm Fee: Included with BOM feeInstructor: Angela Jones

wooly red wagons boMStart another year of fun wool blocks! 12 Wooly wagons to make

individual blocks or put together in a quilt. Includes pattern, wools and background fabric.$16.99/ month

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Thanksgiving escaPe“Oh Christmas Tree” On Black Friday you can either fight the crowds or have a sewing day (I choose sewing!). You can make the wall hanging or the table runner, or both, in Angie’s class. Wall hanging finishes to 30” x 30” and the runner finishes to 24” x 56”. Both have some piecing and appliqué, so basic appliqué experience will be helpful. We have several lines of Christmas fabric to suit your style, or you can go “off grid” and pick unique colors for your project.Date: Friday, November 29 Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Angela Jones

“Bring JOY Into Your Life” Create this joyful wall hanging In Lorraine’s class using piecing and appliqué. It finishes to 32” x 36”.Date: Saturday, November 30 Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Lorraine Prinster

Specialty Project Classescolorado crossings cocThis project will introduce you to a new technique and product from Ten Sisters. Her “Easypiecing Grid” panels make piecing VERY QUICK AND EASY! And you don’t have to fuss to get perfect corners. Size options: 44” x 44”, 65 ½” x 65 ½”, or 86” x 86”.Skill Level: Beginner

Date: Saturday, October 5Time: 10:00am-2:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Angela Jones

byannie’s basics babThese three projects will introduce you to ByAnnie bag making basics. Once you’ve learned Annie’s basic techniques, you will feel more confident moving on to some of her other marvelous, but more involved, bags. Get ready now, because next year we will be offering more ByAnnie bag classes.Skill Level: BeginnerProject: Petit Four Baskets

Date: Tuesday, October 8 Time: 10:00am-1:00pm, ORDate: Monday, November 25Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm

Project: PiecekeeperDate: Tuesday, October 15 Time: 10:00am-1:00pm, ORDate: Monday, December 2Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm

Project: Easy Does ItDate: Monday, November 18 Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm, ORDate: Monday, December 23Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm

Fee: $20.00 per sessionInstructor: Angela Jones

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flower dance fldAre you ready for some EMBROIDERY?!?!? We will be working on a beautiful machine embroidery quilt all year! You pick your own fabrics and come make a block or two (maybe more!) in class. Each month we’ll work on a different block. You can pick and choose which classes you want to attend (all would be most beneficial, but doesn’t always fit our busy schedules). We’ll be meeting the third Monday of each month. There are three options included in the pattern set; picture shows the largest option.Skill Level: Intermediate, with embroidery experienceDates: Mondays, October 21, November 11, December 16Time: 10:00am–4:00pm Fee: $30.00 per classInstructor: Angela Jones

sunseT safari sunsBeautiful fabrics are the key to these exotic wall hangings. Only two fabrics are used, a tone-on-tone fabric for the top appliqué layer and a multi-color background fabric. Make your choice of several designs by Pacific Rim. Stop by the store to see all your design choices. Wall hangings measure 24” X 36”. Basic appliqué skills required. Date: Tuesday, October 22Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $30.00 Instructor: Angela Jones

ruler ProJecT “Jewel series” rPcThe Jewel Series templates are great for creating an embellished border around another stitching or embroidery pattern. They can also be the main focus of a design if you decide to create a concentric effect by using the different radius sizes in the set.Prerequisite Ruler Foot 101 Class.Skill Level: Beyond BeginnerDates: Thursday, October 24; Wednesdays, November 13, December 11Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $30.00 per sessionInstructor: Shanna Rendon

our hoMe – digiTizing ohd our hoMe – sewing ProJecT ohsThese classes are independent but related to the same project. The first class is a digitizing session using Floriani FTCU software to digitize the hand embroidery designs in Gail Pan’s latest book, “Changing Seasons.” Class two is sewing the project. If you would like to hand embroider the designs and make the project, you may sign up for the second class without the first class. The project has an embroidered and quilted background wall hanging, and three small embroidered quilts that hang on the background wall hanging and can be switched out. Finishes to 16 ½” x 23 ½”.

Skill Level: Beginner, with FTCU software experience (part one); Confident Beginner (part two)Dates: Monday, December 9 (digitizing)Monday, December 30 (sewing project)Time: 9:30am-1:30pmFee: $20.00 per classInstructor: Angela Jones

broken crayons bcrThis wall hanging will remind us that even when we aren’t perfect, we can still be creative and colorful! Easy applique pattern. Finishes to 32” x 40”.Skill Level: Beginner, with appliqué experienceDate: Tuesday, October 8Time: 1:30pm-4:30pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Angela Jones

Specialty Project Classesangel QuilT agQNew pattern and fabric from One Sister, Janet Nesbitt. This adorable quilt is made using a variety of techniques. Finishes to 60” x 54”. This is a 2-part class.Skill Level: Intermediate, with paper piecing experience (star blocks) and applique experience (angel blocks)Dates: Monday, December 9 and Monday, December 30Time: 2:00pm-5:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Angela Jones

aPPliQuÉ “kiss The cook” akcThis sweet wall hanging reminds me of making cookies as a child. It will look great hanging on your kitchen wall or pantry door, or give it to a special friend or relative. This is one of two projects this quarter from the book, “Say It With Quilted Skinnies.” Finishes to 14” x 28”.Skill Level: Beginner with Appliqué ExperienceDate: Tuesday, November 26Time: 2:00pm-5:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Angela Jones

aPPliQuÉ “sweeT dreaMs” asdI get sleepy just looking at this wall hanging! Expecting a new little one soon? This would make a great baby shower gift. This is one of two projects this quarter from the book, “Say It With Quilted Skinnies.” Finishes to 14” x 28”.Skill Level: Beginner with Appliqué ExperienceDate: Wednesday, October 9Time: 2:00pm-5:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Angela Jones

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sTiTchers garden sTgThis is a 1 year Journey - BOM Quilt Mastery Class. Explore the decorative stitches your machine has to offer. Each month will focus on the technique of the featured accessory foot, and we’ll also make a few fancy embellishments! Instructor will demonstrate during a 3 hour class session, and is on hand for any questions you may have in mastering the technique, so you may complete this quilt at home. Each new technique will be used to make two blocks; just enough to master the skill. Our goal is to help you get the most out of your machine and fully enjoy your sewing time. *We are trained and educated on Bernina, Baby lock and Janome machines. all brands welcome. Skill Level: Beginner PlusDates: Wednesdays; October 2, November 6, December 4October: Decorative Thread Bobbin Play Using Razzle Dazzle and Pearle CottonNovember: Chenille Trims and Decorative StitchingDecember: Year in Review Multi-Block Technique Challenge, Cording, Fringe and CouchingTimes: 10:00am-1:00pm OR 2:00pm-5:00pmFee Monthly: $20.00Or, Fee for the entire year: $200.00Instructor: Julie Wright

easy sTack 4-PaTch esPA Kaleidoscope using Paula Doyle’s book, we will be making fast squares and rectangles using only 4 fabric repeats. Ideal fabrics are multi-colored high contrast, larger prints and even panels. Date: Thursday, November 14Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Julie Wright

floral kaleidoscoPe “garden of dreaMs” flkGiant Stack-N-Whack Blocks, using a 45o ruler. Limited kits available, reserve your spot early. Skill Level: Intermediate Date: Thursday, October 17Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Julie Wright

calendar club clcA new year brings new projects! Come join Lorraine for 12 more months of fun. These are mostly table runners, quick and easy to finish for gifts or for your own table. Dates: Wednesdays, October 23, November 20, December 18Times: 10:00am-4:00pm

Patterns: October: Curvacious Runner

November: Placemats and Napkins

December: Simple Division

Fee: $25.00 Instructor: Lorraine Prinster

Mixed Media “sanTa” MMsAgain with a holiday mixed media class we will be painting Santa with toys. There will be a pieced border and some added buttons to embellish. We will make this into a cute wall hanging. I will provide all the paints and brushes, no painting experience necessary!Date: Thursday, December 12 Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $30.00 per sessionInstructor: Doe Clore

E N R O L L T O D A Y$89 • Discovery Begins November 22nd & 23rd • 9:00am-4:30pm

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You’ll learn new techniques in this 5-hour class that showcase projects from graceful and elegant to fun and frivolous. We’ll surprise you with all the special effects you can create with your embroidery machine, stabilizers and thread. From fashion to home decor, if you want your friends to say, “You made that?” this is the class for you.Learn new specialty techniques:

• Stabilize free-standing lace for fashionable athleisure wear, home accents, and more• Custom fit lace for your garments• Upcycle fashions with lace• Mix embroidery with prints• Add a glistening touch to your embroidery with metallics and Mylar• Lift your lettering with puffy foam• Discover inspiration with trendy dimensional embroidery techniques!• Learn to use embroidery to enhance your wardrobe and flatter your figure• Make embroidered fringe• Add lacy effects to lettering

Dates: January 10 Or 11, 2020Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm (Lunch Included)

Cost: $29Location: American Lutheran Church631 26 1/2 Road, Grand Junction, CO

Class is Open!Students Receive:• Over 100+ designs on a USB stick to take home!• Top-grade educational tutorials printed in full color in a 3-ring binder - over 150 pages!• Advanced knowledge of unique in the hoop projects & designs!• An opportunity to win prizes, shop our products at great prices, and take advantage of dealer machine specials.

Dates: Friday & Saturday, February 14 & 15, 2020Cost: $89, or $79 for Sew Savvy MembersTime: 9:00am - 4:00pm (Lunch Included)

Location: American Lutheran Church, 631 26 1/2 Road, Grand Junction, CO

Anita Goodesign is thinking inside the hoop with the newest class in our university line up, 501: In the Hoop! In this class you will be learning all about our innovative in the hoop techniques. As the name suggests, all of the projects are made easily in your hoop and create unique, fun and useful projects.

We’ll cover a lot of different in the hoop projects like personalized tags, beautiful sun catchers, and lace jewelry bowls. You’ll see how to make handy luggage tags, cardholders, keychain bags... and sew much more!

You’ll receive hands-on learning by one of our amazing educators. You’ll see how to incorporate your machine to really take your projects to the next level. For attending, you’ll take home a 3-ring binder filled with tons of information, detailed tutorials, and our exclusive tips & tricks. All of this education will be supported by beautiful designs on your USB stick so that you can create these projects any time you like!

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