The Sewing Machine Buzz By Jeff Vogel

New items are being added to our inventory! I want to be known around the area for having a great selection of specialty threads and zippers. Nobody in town carries invisible zippers or rayon embroidery thread. You can’t match thread over the internet, and buying one zipper can cost you $12 by the time you pay shipping. I will be buying display units over the next few months and will entertain suggestions of what you are looking for. BERNINA has been busy, adding a

new line of sergers with features like the Free Hand System and needle up/down foot control. Also available is a long arm quilting machine with built in BERNINA Stitch Regulator. For the Baby Lock fans there is a new top-of-the-line serger that threads itself, and a nicely featured sewing machine endorsed by Eleanor Burns called the Aria.

Thanks for your support.

Hi Fashion Sewing Machines NewsletterOctober-December 2013

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My how time has flown by this year! The final holidays for this year are upon us again and I need to get started on my holiday projects! I think I will start Thanksgiving weekend with our Mini Holiday Retreat. Join Heather & Trista as they host a Mini Holiday Retreat and even cook you lunch and snacks. Bring your friends or family that is in from out of town and avoid the shopping crowds while you sew on your holiday projects. Two different classes will be offered and you will go home with a finished project.

This next quarter we have loaded our class schedule. Kari will be teaching several different classes from Hocus Pocus to Serger Project and a couple of table runners in between. Heather is going to offer classes with the Bernina Design Works Software as well as Ho Ho Ho and Machine Embroidery Appliqué. Trista will follow with several different project classes that are quick and easy and would make great gifts! From Pumpkin Patch Pillow to Pin Cushion Project, and a few more in between. We

will also be hosting our All day Sew In for the Sew Savvy Club ladies on November 1, 2013. We sew and chat from 7:00am-7:00pm. Become a member of our Sew Savvy Club and come and join us for a day full of Fun, Friendship, and Food!

Our next Block of the Month program is getting ready to start this fall. Hampton Ridge will start in October 2013. This quilt is a beautiful Civil War reproduction quilt from the designers at Red Crinoline Quilts.

Don’t forget about the Aussies!! The Quilted Crows from Tasmania, Australia will be joining us in October for a Trunk Show and Work Shop on their method of Wool Appliqué.

The last half of the year will fly by and we plan on helping you through it. As always we strive to meet your sewing, quilting, and embroidery needs.

Until next time…. Happy Sewing, Quilting & Embroidery!!

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DW - Design Work BasicPaintwork 3:00pm-5:00pmTGIF - TGIF5:30pm-Midnight

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

SS - Software Sampler 12:00pm-1:00pm

MEA - Machine EmbroideryApplique9:30am-1:00pmSBC - Serger Boot Camp2:00pm-4:30pm

VBC - Virtual Bernina Club1:00pm-2:00pmDW - Design Work BasicsCrystal Work 3:00pm-5:00pm

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Hampton Ridge Block of the MonthHi Fashion Sewing Machines has teamed up again with Red Crinoline Quilts. This beautiful Hampton Ridge quilt was designed by Paula Barnes and Mary Ellen Robison of Red Crinoline Quilts. Hampton Ridge features the Hampton Ridge fabric collection also designed by Paula Barnes for Marcus Brothers. The fabric colors and prints create sampler-style blocks that are varied, yet cohesive and the quilt layout shows off the variety of the prints in the Hampton Ridge collection. The light print used to frame the 5-inch blocks is also used for the sashing, giving the blocks a delicate floating effect. Half-square triangles are featured in the individual block borders that bring the forty-one 5-inch blocks to 7 1/2” finished. Half-square triangles also make up the outer quilt border, a special finishing detail that gives the quilt a beautiful, heirloom quality. Your kits will include all the fabrics needed for the quilt top and binding plus patterns. Your finished Hampton Ridge quilt will measure 88” x 88”.

Hampton Ridge will start October 5, 2013 and will be a 12 month long program.

Free instruction classes will be held the first Saturday of each month.

Cost: $29.99 per month

Sign up early as space for this program is very limited.

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PCP - Pin Cushion Project 10:00am-1:00pm

Pack Your Bags!We are taking you on a trip with the staff from Hi Fashion Sewing Machines and the Quilted Crows from Tasmania, Australia. That’s right, we are going to the “Land Down Under.”

Hi Fashion Sewing Machines is pleased to announce the arrival of the Quilted Crows, Leonie Bateman and Deirdre Bond-Abel, to Grand Junction, Colorado. We will be hosting an event October 17 through October 19, 2013 and bringing the Crows to the States! You will not want to miss this opportunity to see their beautiful work and learn from these International Instructors.

Come and join us for three fun filled daysand learn wool appliqué by way

of the Quilted Crows.Talk and Trunk ShowOctober 17, 2013 from 6:00pm-8:00pm Cost: $10.00 or free if taking a class

From my Garden Wool ClassOctober 18, 2013 from 10:00am-5:00pm Cost: $59.00 includes pattern for project, lunch and snacks

Autumnannual PinwheelsWool and Cotton ClassOctober 19, 2013 from 10:00am-5:00pm Cost: $59.00 includes pattern for project, lunch and snacks

Contact Hi Fashion Sewing Machines to sign up and take part of this very special event. Seating is limited and this will sell out!!

Event will be held at the Clarion Hotel in Grand Junction, Colorado. The Clarion has a special block of rooms for overnight guests. Please contact the Clarion at (970) 243-6790 to make arrangements. Ask for the Hi Fashion Sewing Machines Room Block.

Hocus Pocus HPHocus Pocus- Join Kari as she makes you Focus, Focus on this Machine Emrboidery Project. You will learn how to successfully complete a multi hooping machine embroidery appliqué project. This unique technique is one that you will not want to miss. Kari will walk you through this wall hanging just in time for all the ghosts and goblins to enjoy. Date: Tuesday, October 8 & 15Time: 1:00pm-5:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Kari Harvey

PumPkin PatcH Pillows PPPFarm House Quilts, Pumpkin Patch. This is a wool appliqué project that will add a little warmth to the start of the season! Join Trista for an all day class that will have you making a pillow with a gathered ruffle and a little bit of wool appliqué. Date: October 1Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm (lunch break between)Fee: $20.00Instructor: Trista Raff

Holiday celebration HcJoin the Holiday Celebrations!! Come and get in the holiday sprit with us as embroidery holiday ornament and charms get ready for holiday entertaining.Holiday CelebrationDate: September 26 Ornaments and CharmsTime: 2:00pm to 5:00pmHoliday EntertainingDate: October 12 Holiday EntertainingTime: 9:30am to 1:00pmHoliday CoutureDate: November 7 Holiday CoutureTime: 2:00pm to 5:00pmFee: Free with Design purchaseInstructor: Kari Harvey

Ho Ho Ho!! HoHoJoin Heather for this Adorable Wall Hanging by Nancy Halvorsen. Heather will show you all the tips and tricks to fool proof Machine Appliqué. And, you will have this project done just in time for the upcoming holiday season. Date: November 23Time: 10:00am-5:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Heather Lofstrom

candy cane cHristmas ccCandy Cane Christmas class with Heather is on the following dates:Date: October 14, 21, November 4, 11Time: 1:00pm-5:00pmInstructor: Heather Lofstrom

Polka dot cHristmas table runner PdAnother Table Runner for the Holidays!! If you love decorating for the holiday, this seasonal table runner is for you. Polka Dots Christmas is a whimsical topping to any holiday entertaining. From the new book My Runners. Date: November 14Time 1:00pm to 5:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Kari Harvey

Classes: All Skill Levels and All Brands of Machines Welcome!scraP crazy scThis class uses the Creative Grid Scrap Crazy Templates. Using the templates we will cut five pieces from three templates to create a crazy patch block that finishes at 8 inches. All the pieces can be cut from scraps, 6 inch strips or 10 inch pre-cuts. We will be using the Gone Scrap Crazy pattern or the Out of the Bag pattern to create this fun, fast quilt.Dates: November 5, 12 & 19Time: 2:00pm to 5:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Kari Harvey

Get in tHe HooP sunGlass case GiHTrista will help you create a useful project with Claudia’s Creations Embroidery Project: Eye Candy! If you are looking for another way to be more savvy with your embroidery hoop this might be the class for you. Great for your Bernina’s Mega Hoop or Jumbo Hoop! Or your Babylock’s bigger hoops. All machine brands and all skill levels welcome.Date: November 9 Time: 10:00am -1:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Trista Raff

mini cHristmas Quilts mini retreatJoin Heather & Trista for a weekend of fun with our Mini Retreat. Bring a friend or your family that is in from out of town and join us for two full days of sewing and quilting fun. We will get you ready for the upcoming holiday season with these fun holiday projects, and you will not have to fight the shopping crowds! Relax, chat, and enjoy your long weekend. Take both projects or just choose one day. The best part is WE will COOK for you!! Lunch & Snacks are provided.

mini cHristmas Quilts mcQTake a day and play with Nancy Halvorsen. This is an appliqué technique; we chose to do machine appliqué. We will have lunch here for you and spend the day without distractions or worry; we found these projects enjoyable and just plain fun!Date: Friday, November 29Time: 10:00am -4:00pmFee: $35.00Instructor: Trista Raff

Holiday Gift baG HGbThe second class in our Mini Retreat! Atkinson Designs Pattern; Stand and Stow for a Christmas gift bag. Another way to go green, reusable hand made gift bag that will be used and around for years! And it is cute as well! Snacks included. Date: November 30Time: 10:00am -1:00pmFee: $20.00 Instructor: Trista Raff

Pin cusHion Project PcPAnother great embroidery project we can finish just before lunch! These make great gifts you can customize for your BSF (Best Sewing Friends). Let Trista show you just how fun these are to make with your Embroidery Machine. All Brands and Skill Levels Welcome. Date: December 14 Time: 10:00am -1:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Trista Raff

wool GatHers club wGcJoin us in a great way to build your wool stash! This is like a Block of the Month Program, only each month you will be building your wool stash. With a 12 month commitment you will receive a variety of different textured or mottled hand dye wools and the pattern to complete the monthly project. Wool Gathers Club will meet for a fun stitching time while showing new patterns, products, and techniques. You can bring any wool project to work on to the meeting times or participate in the wool project for the month. Come and join us and meet new friends.Date: Thursday, October 3, 2:00pm-4:00pmThursday, November 7, 5:30pm-7:30pmThursday, December 5, 2:00pm-4:00pmFee: $25 each monthInstructors: Heather Lofstrom

QuiltinG in tHe HooP! QHCome and join Heather as she walks you through how to Quilt in the Hoop with your Embroidery Machine. We will discuss different designs and placement of them in a block and border, plus many other placement tips and tricks. You must be familiar with your embroidery machine and how to center designs within the hoop. This is a technique class for an advanced beginner and up. Date: November 12 & 19Time: 10:00am-1:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Heather Lofstrom

featured feet class ffcJust in time for the New Year! New little bags, to keep all of life’s little necessities where you can easily find them. We will be putting in zippers, playing with decorative stitches, Teflon feet and doing an easy no-fuss edge finish. Date: December 9Time: 1:00pm to 5:00pmFee: $35.00 with kitInstructor: Kari Harvey

macHine embroidery aPPliQué mea Have you ever looked at all those adorable Machine Embroidery Appliqué patterns and thought I just don’t think I can do that? Or where do I start? Come and join Heather as she shows you all the tips and tricks to successful Appliqué with your Embroidery Machine. You can bring ANY Machine Embroidery Appliqué pattern to class and Heather will help you work through it. All brands of machines and all skill levels welcome!! You must be familiar with how to use your embroidery machine. Date: November 18 & 25Time: 9:30am-1:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Heather Lofstrom

oPen sew day osdNeed just a couple more hours to finish that last minute gift? Or do you want to just get out of the house and join us for an Open Sewing Day? Join the staff of Hi Fashion Sewing Machines for an Open Sewing Day in our classroom. Bring your own projects and a lunch and join us for a few hours each day. The staff will be available to assist you with questions on your project. Sign up early as seating is limited. Date: December 12 & 13Time: 10:00am-5:00pmFee: $10.00 each day

Groovy Girls club GGc Party Time:It’s party time! Whether it’s an outdoor picnic or an indoor birthday party, you’ll need extra seating. Set the mood with these festive chair covers or set your table with these festive placemats and you’re ready for a celebration. Pick up your supply list today. See you at the party!!Date: October 5Time: 2:00pm to 5:00pmInstructor: Kari Harvey

comPuters 101 witH jeff comPComputers 101 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. Drop and drag, transfer designs, finding saved projects, and what ever else comes up. Bring your laptops, or we will provide you one if you use a desktop PC.Date: November 21Time: 3:00pm-5:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Jeff Vogel

monday niGHt 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 My Babylock classes but rather a quick start or review until you can attend them. Class is free if you have purchased your machine at Hi Fashion, $15.00 if not. All machine brands welcome. Sorry no sergers.Date: Monday, October 7, November 4, December 2 Time: 5:30 -7:00pmFee: $15.00, or free if machine purchased at Hi FashionInstructor: Jeff Vogel

baby lock serGer blsThis is a beginner class for Baby Lock Sergers. We will show you how simple it is to thread your machine, and how to use your stitches in a sewing application. Limited to current models of Baby Lock Sergers. Kit fee $5.00; NO Class fee if you purchased your serger at Hi Fashion Sewing Machines.Date: October 23, 2013Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $5.00 (kit)Instructor: Kari Harvey

baby lock basics blbThis class is for new Baby Lock Sewing Machine owners. We will show you how to use your Baby Lock Sewing Machine in many different sewing and quilting applications. Everything from how to thread your machine to how to use some of its exceptional and unique features will be covered. Kit Fee $10.00; NO fee for class if you purchased your machine at Hi Fashion Sewing Machines. Limited to current models of Baby Lock Sewing Machines.Date: October 16Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $10.00 (kit)Instructor: Trista Raff

Classes: All Skill Levels and All Brands of Machines Welcome!

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? Then this is the class for you! Get out your camouflage ladies and come and join Jeff and Brian for Serger Boot Camp! The guys will help you with your sergers and have you and your serger fit and trim by the time you leave class. ALL BRANDS of Sergers WELCOME! This class is very limited in space, so please sign up early.Date: November 18Time: 2:00pm-4:30pmFee: $30.00Instructors: Jeff Vogel and Brian Davis

serGer Project class serGerQuilted Serger MatPlace this useful mat under your serger to protect your table top and to add color to your sewing space. The zippered pockets are great for keeping tweezers, scissors, and other tools at your fingertips. This class has been so popular that Kari and Trista have teamed up to offer more sessions!Date: November 20 with Trista ORDecember 2 with KariTime: 1:00pm to 5:00pmFee: $35.00 with kitInstructors: Kari Harvey or Trista Raff

tHank Goodness it’s friday tGifCome in for a fun filled time with Heather 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: Friday, October 11, November 15, December 6 Time: 5:30pm-MidnightFee: $15.00 each sessionInstructor: Heather Lofstrom

sew savvy club sscAll brands of sewing machine owners are welcome. This is a special club for sewing, quilting, and embroidery enthusiasts. We offer special discounts and drawings on club days. Membership is $60.00 per year. We meet the third Thursday and Saturday of that week. Sew Savvy Club members get to see all the latest and greatest projects, techniques, and gadgets. Come in and be inspired to try something new!September & December Sew Savvy ClubThursday, September 19, 5:30pm-7:00pmSaturday, September 21, 9:30am-11:00amSaturday, December 21, 2:00pm-5:00pm

all day sew savvy sew in sscAn All Day Sewing Retreat right before the holidays!If you are a CURRENT Member of our Sew Savvy Club, you may come and join us for an All Day Sew In. We will start at 7:00am and work until 7:00pm. Lunch will be provided. Bring any of your projects that you are wanting to work on, or bring several that you need to finish. The retreat will be held at the American Lutheran Church and seating is limited. Please sign up early!Date: Friday, November 1Time: 7:00am-7:00pmLocation: American Lutheran Church

autumn berries abWho doesn’t love putting a table runner on their table for special occasion? Just in time for the Fall Season Autumn Berries runner will fit your decorations for your table. From the new book, My Runners.Date: October 29Time: 1:00pm to 5:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Kari Harvey

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Needles and Pins…ahThose of you humming the song (did you know Sonny Bono helped write it) can stop now. We’ll talk about sewing needles…and pins.

It is not that unusual to have a customer say (with some pride) “I’ve been using the same needle for 10 years”. Why? Needles get dull pounding through fabric. They are inexpensive.

Brian’s Sewing Rule #2: Change your needle after every project!

Make it a habit. You’ll get better results. Not sure which needle to use? Ask one of our sales people. They’ll match the right needle to your fabric and thread.

Brian’s Sewing Rule #3: Problems? Change your needle!

Thread breaking? Change your needle. Thread bunching up on the fabric? Change your needle. Did you hit something? Change your needle. Things just don’t feel right when you’re sewing. Change your needle. And always follow rule #2.

Did I mention hitting things? This brings us to pins.

I’m always amazed how many pins I find all over the inside of sewing machines. It takes some skill to get them in there! But it would really be better if they stayed out of your machine. Here’s a couple of suggestions:

Use the pins with the large, colorful, flat heads that quilters use. They’re easier to see. They’re easier to grab and remove from the fabric as they travel closer to your machine.

Use a magnetic pin cushion. I like the ones that sit beside your machine, not that stick to your machine. I don’t like sticking things to machines and I want to get the pins away from the action.

Pins and gears, hooks and all the other mechanical actions inside your machine just don’t mix. Pull pins out of your fabric as early as possible and put them off to the side. And those of you who serge… pins cost you money as they dull and nick knife blades which then have to be replaced.

Change your needles. Remove pins early.

Because of all my prideThe tears I gotta hideAh, needles and pinsNeedles and pinsNeedles and pins

Mastery Classes for All Skill Levels

Classes for all skill levelsmy Bernina classes mbMy BERNINA classes are included with your purchase of any BERNINA sewing machine, serger, embroidery machine or software from Hi Fashion Sewing Machines. Classes help the owner get the most out of the BERNINA purchase. Registration is required and a kit fee may apply. BERNINA owners that did not purchase a machine from Hi Fashion Sewing Machines may also attend classes for a fee of $30 for each class. Class kit fee is $20. Hi Fashion Sewing Machines wants you to enjoy your new machine and we encourage you to take advantage of these classes to learn all the neat functions that your BERNINA will offer you.Class 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. This class will explore different types of decorative stitches, embellishment, and other techniques with your Bernina.

Class Dates are as follows: Class 1 & 2 October 26, 10:00am-5:00pm (1 hr lunch) Class 1 November 6, 5:30pm-7:30pm December 10, 10:00am-1:00pm Class 2 November 13, 5:30pm-7:30pm December 17, 10:00am-1:00pm

virtual Bernina club vbcHi Fashion Fabrics is pleased to announce Virtual BERNINA Club is now available. Each session will incorporate a live web cast presentation by Virtual BERNINA educator Susan Fears. Learn other areas of sewing besides quilting and embroidery.Date: Friday, October 25 1:00pm-2:00pm Statement ShawlFriday, November 22, 1:00pm-2:00pm And to all A Good Night

software samPler ssWant to explore the many options of your BERNINA software? Then come and join BERNINA Educator Amanda Whitlatch via the internet for a lesson in Software Sampler. You will learn a new technique in your software program and be able to complete a project.Saturday, November 16, 12:00pm-1:00pm Holidays Pocket Purse

in and out embroidery e1Come and join us for a quick lesson in Embroidery. We will have a Bernina Educator available via the internet to show you how to transform you basic embroidery into something wonderful. Join us from 12:00pm-1:00pm on the following dates. All skill levels welcome. All machine brands welcome!Friday, October 4, Bag or Bagette 12:00pm-1:00pmFriday, November 8, Keep on Turning 12:00-1:00pm

my bernina embroidery beThis class is meant for new BERNINA Embroidery Machine owners. You will learn the basics of how to hoop your fabric, transfer a design, basic editing, and stitch the design out. Current BERNINA Embroidery Machine models only. If you have an older model BERNINA Embroidery Machine please contact the store to schedule a private lesson for you model of machine. Date: November 7Time: 10:00am-1:00pmFee: Free if purchased machine at Hi Fashion Sewing Machines$30.00 if machine was purchased elsewhere.Instructor: Heather Lofstrom

desiGn works basics dwBernina’s newest software Design Works is your all in one go to software to create your Cutwork, Paint works, and Crystal works files. Heather will show you the basics in the software for all three options and then you can go home and create your own beautiful designs. We will complete exercises in class that you can go home and use on your machine. Each part of the software is broken up into a separate class. You can choose the class you need, or if you have all three tools, come to all the classes. Let your creativity come out with your Design Works Software.Dates: November 8-Cutwork BasicsNovember 15-Paint Work BasicsNovember 22-Crystal Work BasicsTime: 3:00pm-5:00pmFee: Free if you purchased software from Hi Fashion Sewing Machines$30.00 per class if software was purchased elsewhereInstructor: Heather Lofstrom

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. A 10% discount will be given for regular

price supplies purchased for 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.