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Welcome to SFTH Sewing for the LOVE of it! 9180 E. Indian Bend Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85250 480-998-8886 www.SewFromTheHeart.com Store Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat: 10 to 5 Tues: 10 to 8 Sun: Closed Newsletter & Classes September-December 2015 Dear Sew from the Heart friends, Sew from the Heart is bringing more great changes to you, our valued customers! “Time is a dressmaker specializing in alterations.” I just love this saying as it applies to our sewing world in so many ways! We really believe these changes are improvements and will enhance your experience here at Sew from the Heart! Pamela Leggett – Join us for 2 full days and 1 evening lecture with Pamela Leggett of Pamela’s patterns. Pamela is a pattern designer extraordinaire, serger guru and internationally known teacher and lecturer. We are so excited to bring Pamela to the valley! Claudia Dinnell returns – Claudia brings her immense talent to SFTH for a 2 day workshop on “All Hallows Eve” just in time for Halloween! Handi Quilter Event – Nancy Stein, Handi Quilter National Educator will be here for 2 days with 4 different classes; 16 Tips for Sweet Success, Threads, Needles and Tension, Pro-Stitcher, and Rule Your Quilt. Freebie Fridays – Check out these fun technique demo classes and receive a FREE pattern! Early Bird Sale – Saturday, November 14 th . We decided to give you an extra jump on Holiday savings, so we moved this sale up one weekend. Great savings on everything in the shop with an extra 5% off if you are in your “sleep” clothes. Special shop hours are 7am to 3pm! Countdown to Christmas – Fun, quick and easy make and take classes, just in time for holiday gift giving! Meet the Teachers – Mark your calendars now for Saturday, December 12 th , 10am to 1pm and see all the fun and exciting classes for January through March 2016! Holiday hours: Thursday, December 24 th – close at 2pm. Closed Friday, December 25 th , Thursday, December 31 st – close at 2pm. Closed Friday, January 1 st . Open 10am on Saturday, January 2 nd , 2015! Phoenix Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival – January 28 th – 30 th , 2016. From our Sew from the Heart family, to you, we send best wishes for many blessings during the holidays, and times filled with smiles, laughter and love. Loving stitches to you, What’s in this Issue Workshops & Events ----------- 3 Clubs ------------------------- 4 Policies & Procedures -------- 6 Garment --------------------- 7 Embroidery/Software -------- 7 Creative Sewing ------------- 8 Quilting ----------------------- 9 Sergers --------------------- 11 Foundation Skills----------------—11 Special Events --------------- 3

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Welcome to SFTH

Sewing for the LOVE of it!

9180 E. Indian Bend Rd.

Scottsdale, AZ 85250 480-998-8886

www.SewFromTheHeart.com

Store Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat: 10 to 5

Tues: 10 to 8

Sun: Closed

Newsletter & Classes September-December 2015

Dear Sew from the Heart friends,

Sew from the Heart is bringing more great changes to

you, our valued customers! “Time is a dressmaker

specializing in alterations.” I just love this saying as it

applies to our sewing world in so many ways! We really

believe these changes are improvements and will

enhance your experience here at Sew from the Heart!

Pamela Leggett – Join us for 2 full days and 1 evening

lecture with Pamela Leggett of Pamela’s patterns.

Pamela is a pattern designer extraordinaire, serger guru and internationally known

teacher and lecturer. We are so excited to bring Pamela to the valley!

Claudia Dinnell returns – Claudia brings her immense talent to SFTH for a 2 day workshop on

“All Hallows Eve” just in time for Halloween!

Handi Quilter Event – Nancy Stein, Handi Quilter National Educator will be here for 2 days with

4 different classes; 16 Tips for Sweet Success, Threads, Needles and Tension, Pro-Stitcher,

and Rule Your Quilt.

Freebie Fridays – Check out these fun technique demo classes and receive a FREE pattern!

Early Bird Sale – Saturday, November 14th. We decided to give you an extra jump on Holiday

savings, so we moved this sale up one weekend. Great savings on everything in the shop

with an extra 5% off if you are in your “sleep” clothes. Special shop hours are 7am to 3pm!

Countdown to Christmas – Fun, quick and easy make and take classes, just in time for holiday

gift giving!

Meet the Teachers – Mark your calendars now for Saturday, December 12th, 10am to 1pm

and see all the fun and exciting classes for January through March 2016!

Holiday hours: Thursday, December 24th – close at 2pm. Closed Friday, December 25th,

Thursday, December 31st – close at 2pm. Closed Friday, January 1st. Open 10am on

Saturday, January 2nd, 2015!

Phoenix Quilt, Craft and Sewing Festival – January 28th – 30th, 2016.

From our Sew from the Heart family, to you, we send best wishes for many blessings during the

holidays, and times filled with smiles, laughter and love.

Loving stitches to you,

What’s in this Issue

Workshops & Events ----------- 3 Clubs ------------------------- 4 Policies & Procedures -------- 6 Garment --------------------- 7 Embroidery/Software -------- 7 Creative Sewing ------------- 8 Quilting ----------------------- 9

Sergers --------------------- 11

Foundation Skills----------------—11 Special Events --------------- 3

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Earn While You Learn!

Earn rewards by signing up for classes that can be used on other purchases.*

Earn double rewards any class with a Sew from the Heart Sewing

machine**

Also, watch our weekly email newsletters for double rewards days and other

rewards specials.

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*While rewards points can be used on most purchases, some exclusions do apply.

**Double rewards points cannot be combined with most discounts. Ask us for details.

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Pamela Leggett

Pamela Leggett is coming to Sew

from the Heart! Purchase both full

day workshops and get the evening

lecture free! We are offering these

workshops for LESS THAN HALF of

what you might pay to attend a

workshop in Pennsylvania !

20 Tips for Fashion Sewing

Pamela will guide you on how to refine your skills, choose

proper interfacings, overcome fitting challenges, use your

sewing notions and improve your sewing accuracy. This

seminar will give you a new way to look at and overcome all

your sewing difficulties!

#23456 Thu Sep 24 5:30 - 8:30

Teacher: Pamela Leggett Tuition: $50 (Not LTS) Level:

The Perfect T-Shirt

#23458 Sat Sep 26 10 - 4:30

A T-Shirt can be more than a comfy top you throw on to do

housework. A nice-fitting T-shirt can be the most versatile top in

your wardrobe. This selection from Pamela's Patterns addresses

all the fitting issues women face (rounded shoulders and back,

full bust, hip room, etc.), and gives you a T-shirt you'll be proud

to wear anywhere! Make it casual, dressy, or anything in-

between.

Teacher: Pamela Leggett Tuition: $150 before July 25th, $200

after this date. $12 Kit Fee (Not LTS)

Serger Workshop

#23457 Fri Sep 25 10 - 4:30

A great class for serger owners old and new! Spend time and

really learn what your serger can do for you besides just finish

an edge. Maintenance, threading, tensions, differential feed,

rolled hem, flatlocking, lace, and more will be done on your

own machine. Plus you will see a vast array of samples to

inspire future projects. This class has been the inspiration for

many of the articles Pamela has written for Threads Magazine.

A wonderful way to learn the full potential of your serger!

Teacher: Pamela Leggett

Tuition: $150 before July 25th, $200 after this date. $16 Kit Fee

(Not LTS)

Claudia Dinnell All Hallow’s Eve

All Hallows’ Eve, is sew much fun,

it’s scary! Welcome trick-or-treaters,

guests, and family with this

whimsical and beguiling red work

style quilt. The full quilt is 56” square

or get in the “spirit” by creating

individual pillows, table runners,

and or wall hangings to enhance

your holiday decorating! “Come in

my little pretties” and get a closer

view inside our witches broom

closet, bookcase, and collection of hats!

# 23479 Mon Sep 28th - Tue Sep 29th 10-5

Teacher: Claudia Dinnell

Tuition: $150.00 (Not LTS) + $80.00 Design CD Level:

Sew for the Love of It Day

Come and sew with us for charity! We’ll

provide the classroom and project supplies

for you to sew for One Dress at a Time,

Project Linus, or One Million Pillowcase

Challenge (pillowcases for local childrens’

hospitals). Students also earn a discount on anything

purchased for charity work on class day!

Fri Nov 27 10:00-2:00

Fri Dec 18 10:00-2:00

Fri Oct 16 10:00-2:00

Tuition: Free Level:

Nancy Stein and Handi Quilter

16 Tips for Sweet Success

Do you want to quilt your own tops, but

don’t have space for a longarm? Are

you quilting now on a sewing

machine, but frustrated with the space

and uneven stitches? Learn how the

features of the HQ Sweet Sixteen solve

these problems, and discover handy

tools for finishing quilts – large or small – with ease.

Fri Oct 2 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Nancy Stein Tuition: $30 Level: All

TNT: Thread Needles Tension

Overcome the fear of setting tension or trying new threads.

Learn the basic relationship of needles and threads to each

other and to the machine – and open up the world of

specialty threads for exciting new applications.

Fri Oct 2 2:00-5:00

Teacher: Nancy Stein Tuition: $30 Level: All

Rule Your Quilt

If you are hesitant about using rulers, you will love them after

this class. Learn to handle rulers and templates safely and

properly with the ruler base, as well as how to work with rulers

to achieve amazing designs.

Sat Oct 3 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Nancy Stein Tuition: $30 Level:

Pro Stitcher Beyond the Basics

This class provides a general overview of the basics as well

as some advanced techniques and is recommended for those

interested in upgrading to PS as well as those with some

experience.

Sat Oct 3 2:00-5:00

Teacher: Nancy Stein Tuition: $?30 Level:

Workshops & Special Events

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Clubs

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Sew Creative Club SCC is open to sewing enthusiasts of all interests and

experience. Owners of all brands of machines are welcome and it meets the first Thursday of every month from 10 to noon.

Monthly programs are set in a lecture format designed to inspire sewing creativity with a broad range of topics. Make new sewing friends, bring show & tell for a special gift, and indulge in refreshments.

SCC membership is included with your purchase of the Love to Sew Card. If you do not purchase the LTS Card, then the annual Membership for Sew Creative Club is $75. The single non-member meeting fee is $20. The minimum discount during Club day is 20% off notions and accessories. Frequently, additional specials are made available to SCC members.

Thu Oct 1 10:00-12:00 Marla Hattabaugh Marla will share her beautiful hand dyed art quilts. Thu Nov 5 10:00-12:00 Paper Piecing Our own Diane Howell is a secret paper piecer! She will demonstrate the basics of paper piecing and show us some quick techniques to make your own paper-piecing patterns. Thu Dec 3 10:00-12:00 Holiday Hubub Susie and Julie will both be teaching a fun holiday make and take.

FEETures Each class will “feature” different BERNINA presser feet, how to use them, and what techniques you can do.

Fri Oct 9 10:00-11:30

Fri Nov 13 10:00-11:30

Fri Dec 11 10:00-11:30

Teacher: Susie Parker Tuition: $10/session

7’s and 8’s Club

Hands-on class for our 7 and 8 series

customers with embroidery. Projects

with sewing and embroidery!

Teacher: Cristi Koehne Tuition: $30

Fearless Embroidery

Bi-Monthly club with an embroidery

project, techniques, stabilizer and

placement information.

Fri Oct 9 1:30-4:30

Teacher: Cristi Koehne Tuition: $30

Longarm Club

Join Treva for a fun and informative club

on long-arm tips and techniques. We

will have sale prices on all HQ

merchandise and an extra special

discount on the ruler of the month! This

class is for all longarm owners and anyone interested in

a future purchase.

Teacher: Treva Griffen Tuition: Free w/ Registration

Sat Sep 19 10 - 12

Sat Nov 21 10:00-12:00

Sat Dec 19 10:00-12:00

Pro-Stitcher Club

Join Treva for a fun and informative

club on long-arm tips and

techniques. This class is for all long-

arm/computerized owners and

anyone interested in a future purchase.

Teacher: Treva Griffen Tuition: Free w/ Registration

Sat Sep 19 1:30 - 3:00

Sat Nov 21 1:30-3:00

Sat Dec 19 1:30-3:00

See page 3 for more information about the Handi Quilter

event!

Calling All Kids Join our kids sewing club! Where

kids who sew meet monthly to

create fun projects designed to

improve their sewing skills. Child

must know how to thread and

operate their sewing machine.

Just bring your sewing machine -all other supplies

are included (ages 8-18)

Sat Sep 19 1:30 - 3:30

Sat Oct 24 1:30-3:30

Sat Nov 14 12:00-2:00

Sat Dec 5 1:30-3:30

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $15/month

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Thu Oct 8 1:30-4:30

Thu Nov 12 10:00-1:00

Thu Dec 10 1:30-4:30

Teacher: Cristi Koehne Level: All Tuition: $ 30.00

Join us for Anita office hours! Bring an Anita design of your choice and Cristi will

help you stitch it out!

Bring your machine or just observe. All machine are welcome; designs are

offered in every format. User must be familiar with their machine.

Anita Office Hours

Tabletop Demos Table Top Demos

Sew from the Heart teachers and Staff share some of their favorites

Thu Sep 17 10:00-11:30 #97 Foot

Wed Oct 14 10:00-11:30

Freebie Friday

Come watch this demo and leave with a free pattern!

Fri Nov 20 1:30-2:00

Countdown to Christmas

Join us for a make and take holiday project.

Wed Dec 2 10:00-11:30

Wed Dec 16 10:00-11:30

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How to Register for Classes Students, please check our newsletter or calendar

to identify the class number. Then, stop at the front

desk or call the store and the staff will sign you up! Supply lists for all classes are available on our web

site Under Classes > Calendar >

Skill Level Key Sewing Skill Levels

All: No particular skill level is required. All students, from

beginner to advanced, can successfully complete course content.

Beginner: Student has little or no sewing experience; intensive assistance required; techniques must be taught.

Confident Beginner: Student has some sewing experience and general knowledge of their machine.

Intermediate: Student has basic sewing skills, but needs assistance and demonstration of techniques.

Advanced: Student needs little assistance with sewing. Role of instructor is in an advisory capacity focusing on technique, and design theory.

Computer Skill Levels

Beginner: Student has little or no computer

experience; needs assistance with basic Windows

operations.

Intermediate: Student has basic computer

skills and basic understanding of Windows

operations: needs assistance with software tools

and applications.

Advanced: Student has very good

computer competency. Role of instructor is in an

advisory capacity.

Class Policies Our classes are very full of inspiration and

creativity and don't have “catch-up” time built

in. If you are a few minutes late, you are

welcome to join our class, take notes, observe,

and go home inspired and ready to be creative.

Thank you for reading carefully through these

policies. This is an important communication tool

so that you are more satisfied with our

educational program, are prepared when you

come to class, and receive the maximum

benefits from your class experience at Sew from

the Heart. Registration is only complete upon

full payment for your class. You may register by

phone with a credit card, or in person.

PLEASE NOTE: To insure you get the most out of

class be sure to arrive early enough to get set up

by the start time.

All classes, seminars, workshops and events require

registration. Credit is issued to students canceling a

week or more in advance of the class date. Credit

is only issued in the form of store credit. Credit will

not be given to students making cancelations less

than a week in advance.

Class Prerequisites:

Please read the class description carefully. If the

description lists a prerequisite, that is a

requirement of the class. This is an important

element of the class to maximize the learning

environment for all class participants. Thanks for

adhering to this policy!

Cancellation policy:

We must make a commitment to our instructors

one week prior to the start of each class.

Cancellations are required for all classes, seminars,

and workshops. Unless otherwise noted, a minimum

of THREE STUDENTS are required for a class. Credit is issued to students canceling a week or more in

advance of the class date. Credit is only issued in

the form of store credit. Credit will not be given to

students making cancelations less than a week in

advance.

We welcome any brand of machine in our classes.

We also offer the use of our classroom machines.

Please let us know at the time of registration if you

would like to use one of our BERNINA machines.

“Basic Sewing Supplies” (Required for All

Classes)

Good quality fabric scissors ♥ Small scissors or thread

snips

6” seam gauge or ruler ♥ Seam ripper

Straight pins ♥ Fabric marker

Needles for your machine ♥ Pen and paper for notes

Anything you commonly use for a day of sewing

Please let us know if you have any

questions!

Policies and Procedures

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Open Sew

Annie will help guide you through

whatever creative sewing or

garment project you are

currently working on.

Sat Oct 17 1:30-4:30

Tue Dec 8 5:30-8:30

Teacher: Annie McCall

Tuition: $30 per class Level : All

Magic Pattern

From the Magic Pattern book by

Amy Barickman, you will create a

garment of your choice using one

of the 36 patterns offered in the

book. There are six patterns that

each have six variations: The Tank

Top, The Skirt, The Dress, The

Cardigan, The Coat, and The

Accessory. These patterns are very easy to read and do

not include over-complicated piecing or other

advanced techniques.

Sat Oct 17 10-1

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level:All

Buttons/Button Holes

Yes, you can create good-looking

buttonholes using your sewing

machine! In this class you will

practice making various size

buttonholes and become a skilled

buttonhole-maker! Your take-away

project will be a cute button-up

pillow cover.

Sat Nov 21 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level: All

Pockets & Welt Pockets

Learn how to create and attach a

lined patch pocket and a lined welt

pocket. These are garment-style

pockets and you can apply your new

pocket-making skills to your future

clothing-making endeavors, but in the

interest of time, we will create a quick

tote.

Sat Dec 12 1:30-4:30

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level: All

Bias Ruffle Skirt

Learn how to make this darling and fun skirt!

The design is flattering for all figure types and

young and not-so-young alike!

Tue Dec 8 10:00-12:30

Teacher: Susie Parker Tuition: $25

Level: All

Zippers

Zipper got you stuck? Don’t be intimidated by

the zipper! Practice zipper techniques using

your machine’s special zipper feet and feel

confident sewing any zipper that comes your

way. We will create a purse with 3 different

types of zippers so you’ll have a fun finished

project to show off your new zipper skills!

Sat Oct 24 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level: All

Towel of the Month

Each month embroider a

wonderful recipe on a towel

and enjoy the recipe while

you sew!

Thu Oct 1 1:30-3:30

Thu Nov 5 1:30-3:30

Thu Dec 3 1:30-3:30

Teacher: Susie Parker

Tuition: $20 Level: All

BERNINA Software Inspirations (Software Sampler)

Join fellow software owners as we

go through a software design

project prepared by BERNINA's

best and learn a new aspect of

our BERNINA Embroidery Software

7. Students will get a handout and

CD to take home.

Tue Sep 15 10 - 1

Tue Oct 20 10:00-1:00

Tue Nov 17 10:00-1:00

Tue Dec 15 10:00-1:00

Teacher: John Thornton Tuition: $30 plus $10 Kit Fee

Level:

Garment

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Embroidery & Software

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DesignWorks Project

Learn practical applications for the

DesignWorks software & tools. Each month

will feature a technique using CutWork,

CrystalWorks and/or PaintWorks.

Tue Sep 29 1:30 - 4:30

Tue Oct 6 10:00-1:00

Tue Nov 10 1:30-4:30

Tue Dec 22 1:30-4:30

Teacher: John Thornton

Tuition: $30 plus $10 Kit Fee Level:

Monogram Magic - Digitizing Monograms

This class will turn you into a monogram

guru! Learn the tools available in the

software for creating beautiful and

unique monograms for your

embroidery

projects.

Mon Nov 9 10:00-12:30

Teacher: Susie Parker Tuition: $25 Level:

Monogram Magic - Embroidering

Now that you have learned the tips and

tricks to creating monograms in the

software, you can learn more tips for

embroidering monograms. This includes

stabilizers, placement tips and much more!

Mon Nov 23 10:00-12:30

Teacher: Susie Parker Tuition: $25 Level: All

Cameo Basics

Learn how to use the versatile

Silhouette Cameo for cutting fabric,

paper, and more!

Sat Sep 12 1:30-4:30

Fri Nov 6 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Ashley Morgan

Tuition: $30 Level:

Kit Fee: $5

CAMEO: Silhouette Studio Designer Edition

Learn how to utilize the

great features the

designer edition upgrade

has to offer.

Fri Dec 4 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Ashley Morgan

Tuition: $30 Level:

CAMEO Club

Come to CAMEO Club and learn a

new skill and take home a finished

project. All materials for the project

will be provided in class.

There is no tuition for this class for

students who purchased their CAMEO at Sew from

the Heart.

A small kit fee will be charged to cover class

materials.

Thu Oct 8 10:00-12:30

Thu Nov 19 10:00-12:30

Thu Dec 17 10:00-12:30

Teacher: Ashley Morgan

Tuition: $25 (Free if CAMEO was Purchased from

Sew from the Heart) + Kit fee ($5-15)

Level:

Open Sew

Annie will help guide you

through whatever

creative sewing or

garment project you are

currently working on.

Sat Oct 17 1:30-4:30

Tue Dec 8 5:30-8:30

Teacher: Annie McCall

Tuition: $30 per class Level : All

Laptop Bag

Make a custom quilted case to hold

and tote your laptop in style! A

zipper keeps it secure, the quilting

helps to pad and protect it, and the

front pockets allow space for storing

chargers and accessories.

You will receive the pattern in class.

Tue Sep 22 5:30 - 8:30

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level:

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Creative Sewing

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Market Street Handbag

This is a fun and stylish

handbag just waiting for

your embellishments. You

decide if you want to

add wool, buttons, bows

or???? to make this bag

your own, one of a kind

go everywhere handbag.

The webbing adds a unique touch and natural

feel.

Mon Sep 14 10 - 1

Teacher: Nancy Shamy Tuition: $30 Level:

Susie's Slouch Bag

Make this fun, easy and utilitarian

bag to be used for anything from a

fashion statement to carrying

groceries!

Tue Nov 10 10:00-12:30

Teacher: Susie Parker

Tuition: $25 Level:

Let's Cook Together

This is a fully reversible bib apron

with cross over back straps. It is the

ultimate all-purpose apron taking

you from kitchen to studio. The

oversized pocket is perfect to stitch

on a vintage button. The pattern

includes Adult-one size and child

sizes 3-8. This combo or even alone

makes a perfect gift!

Tue Dec 1 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Nancy Shamy Tuition: $30 Level:

Bloomin' Bag - Learn to Love

Your BSR

This is a great class to polish

your free motion skills using the

BERNINA Stitch Regulator,

while creating a darling

zippered applique bag.

Thu Nov 19 1:30-4:00

Teacher: Susie Parker

Tuition: $25 Level:

Improv With Heart

Break the rules! Create your

own fabric for almost any

project with this technique.

Wed Nov 11 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Bonnie Bobman Tuition: $30 Level: All

Stitch and Stamp

Have you always wanted to learn

how to rubber stamp? Come to

this class and make some cute

cards while adding some stitches

to finish them off. Card making

supplies will be provided, just bring

your sewing machine.

Thu Dec 10 10:00-12:00

Teacher: Julie Nash Tuition: $30 Level: All

Beginning Quilting

Learn quiltmaking! This

wonderful pattern

incorporates half-square

triangles in a dramatic setting.

Choose two precut charm

packs of 5" squares, or use

scraps for a heritage look. In

this class you will learn the

basics of using a rotary cutter and mat, how to achieve

a scant quarter-inch seam, ow to make half-square

triangles with ease, how to assemble units and how to

square up your quilt top. Two sessions to a great-looking

top!

Tue Nov 10 5:30-8:30

Tue Nov 24 5:30-8:30

Teacher: Diane Howell

Tuition: $30 Per Session Level:

9

Quilting

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Hand Dyeing

Learn how to hand dye fabric

using Procion.

Sat Nov 7 1:30-4:30

Teacher: Marla Hattabaugh

Tuition: $40 plus $20 Kit fee Level: All

Not included in LTS

Hand Dyeing Construction Class

Use the fabric from the hand

dyeing class to make a quilt.

Sat Nov 21 1:30-4:30

Teacher: Marla Hattabaugh

Tuition: $50 Level: All

Not included in LTS

Free Motion Quilting

In this class you will learn

the foundational basics to

help you begin free

motion quilting on your

home sewing machine.

We will be practicing six

designs and you will walk

away with swatches to

create a fun FMQ swatch

ring to use for planning designs in the future.

Sat Dec 19 10:00-4:30

Teacher: Alyssa Lichner

Tuition: $60 plus $40 Kit Fee(23477) Level:

Finishing Touches

Do you want to learn how to

hand bind your quilt? In this

class you will learn how to

hand bind including corners,

hexagons, and scalloped

edges. You will also be

shown how to make scallops

and prairie points.

Tue Nov 17 5:30-8:30

Teacher: Julie Nash

Tuition: $30 Level:

Bias Applique

In this class Alyssa will teach

you how to make the Lotus

Blossom block using a simple

fusible bias tape method.

Freezer paper templates are

included.

Tue Oct 6 5:30 - 8:30

Teacher: Alyssa Lichner

Tuition: $30 plus $25 kit fee (23481) Level:

Twister Quilt

You will have so much fun

making this “twister” quilt!.

Be sure to get the supply

list early to do your

homework and be

prepared for lots of cutting

in class.

Thu Oct 22 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Julie Nash

Tuition: $30 Level:

Swizzle Sticks Quilt

Make this darling quilt by

simply piecing rectangles.

You will love this “swizzle stick”

look and coordinating, cute

border!

Fri Nov 20 10:00-1:00 Teacher: Julie Nash

Tuition: $30 Level:

Improv With Heart

Break the rules! Create your

own fabric for almost any

project with this technique.

Wed Nov 11 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Bonnie Bobman

Tuition: $30 Level: All

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Magic Pattern

From the Magic Pattern book by

Amy Barickman, you will create

a garment of your choice using

one of the 36 patterns offered in

the book. There are six patterns

that each have six variations:

The Tank Top, The Skirt, The Dress,

The Cardigan, The Coat, and

The Accessory. These patterns

are very easy to read and do not include over-

complicated piecing or other advanced

techniques.

Sat Oct 17 10-1

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level:All

Open Sew

Annie will help guide you

through whatever

creative sewing or

garment project you

are currently working on.

Sat Oct 17 1:30-4:30

Tue Dec 8 5:30-8:30

Teacher: Annie McCall

Tuition: $30 per class Level : All

Buttons/Button Holes

Yes, you can create good-looking

buttonholes using your sewing

machine! In this class you will

practice making various size

buttonholes and become a skilled

buttonhole-maker! Your take-away

project will be a cute button-up

pillow cover.

Sat Nov 21 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level: All

Pockets & Welt Pockets

Learn how to create and attach a

lined patch pocket and a lined welt

pocket. These are garment-style

pockets and you can apply your new

pocket-making skills to your future

clothing-making endeavors, but in the

interest of time, we will create a quick

tote.

Sat Dec 12 1:30-4:30

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level: All

Zippers

Zipper got you stuck? Don’t be intimidated

by the zipper! Practice zipper techniques

using your machine’s special zipper feet and

feel confident sewing any zipper that comes

your way. We will create a purse with 3

different types of zippers so you’ll have a fun

finished project to show off your new zipper

skills!

Sat Oct 24 10:00-1:00

Teacher: Annie McCall Tuition: $30 Level: All

Open Sew

Annie will help guide you

through whatever

creative sewing or

garment project you are

currently working on.

Sat Oct 17 1:30-4:30

Tue Dec 8 5:30-8:30

Teacher: Annie McCall

Tuition: $30 per class Level : All

Serger Foundation Skills

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