Sew In Heaven
April 2010
Newsletter
Dear Friends:
We have exciting new classes popping up just like the spring flowers! Check your calendars and sign up early. Our new spring and summer fabrics are coming in daily.
SUPER SAVINGS ON BERNINAS! Bernina will pay YOUR SALES TAX on Thursday, April 15th! Come in and shop early and prepare for your purchase on tax day!
PRECUT CHALLENGE! The gauntlet has been thrown down. Come in to register and purchase a current precut such as a layer cake, jelly roll or charm pack and make it into anything you want and bring it to the store no later than June 1st. We will hang up everyone’s project and our customers will vote on a winner. The winner will receive a $75 gift certificate to the store!
Happy Stitching,
Suzette, Suzie, Darlyne, Barbara, Twyla, Suzanne, Katy, Robin, Joyce, Susan and Grace
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Arkansas Crossroads
Quilt Shop Hop
April 29 – May 8
Register and pick up your PASSPORT at any participating shop during this event. Be sure to have your PASSPORT stamped at each shop.
If you go to all 13 shops you will be in the drawing for 13 Accuquilt Go’s and 13 $75 gift certificates. Look for the big green neon sign at each shop that says “Get your passports stamped here!”
Million Pillowcase Challenge!
Join us in the 1 million pillowcase challenge and make a difference in your community. BERNINA is a sponsor for this year-long national initiative to create and donate pillowcases to local charities. There is a really easy, quick method, called the sausage method, to make a completely finished (inside and out) pillowcase in less than 30 minutes from cutout to finished!! If you don’t know how to make a pillowcase using the sausage method, just stop by the store and we will show you how. If you have fabric for pillowcases but not enough time to sew them – drop the fabric off at the store and Joyce or Robin will whip them up for you to donate. It takes one yard of two different, complementing fabrics to finish 2 pillowcases. Completed pillowcases can be dropped off at the store and Suzette will make sure that they are donated to a local charity!
Magicians At Sew In Heaven
Imagine taking some string and sticks and creating beautiful things. You can create a scarf, mittens, slippers, socks or sweater. If you can do that then you are a magician! You have magical powers! All knitters and crocheters do that – some better than others, but either way it’s still magic!
So join the magicians at Sew In Heaven, take a lesson, learn the secrets we have and create something magical for yourself!
Beginning Knitting
2 sessions - Monday, April 19, 1:00pm to 3:00pm AND Monday, May 10, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher: Katy
This class is for beginning knitters and for those of you who want to refresh you basic knitting skills. You will be knitting three dish cloths learning how to cast on, knit, purl, bind off and weaving in your loose yarn ends.
Socks 101
2 sessions - Monday, May 3, 1:00pm to 3:00pm AND Monday, May 24, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher: Katy
If you’ve never knitted a pair of socks but always wanted to, this class is for you. Come and join us as we learn how to knit on double point needles to make a pair of socks. Basic knitting skills required.
Socks – 2nd Quarterly – Peace Sock
2 sessions - Thursday, April 29, 10:00am to Noon AND
Thursday, May 13, 10:00am to Noon
Cost: $25
Teacher: Twyla
This time you will learn the toe up method of knitting socks using the magical loop method. Ok – this is just too much fun. Dazzle your friends with your creative knitting. You must have completed one pair of socks before taking this class. No homework before the first lesson.
Entrelac Hat
2 sessions - Thursday: April 29, 1:00pm to 3:00pm AND
Thursday, May 6, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher:Twyla
We know it’s spring, but this hat continues to amaze people, so we will teach it again. Entrelac is a knitting technique. You must have basic knitting knowledge. It’s not hard once you catch onto the method. There is homework before the class starts, so please allow time for that.
Spring Wrap
2 sessions - Thursday, May 20, 10:00am to Noon AND
Thursday, May 27, 10:00am to Noon
Cost: $25
Teacher: Twyla
Imagine a cool evening sitting outside, a little spring wrap would be so nice to have over your shoulders. This is a yarn over extravaganza project – a fun and fast knit!
Road Scarf
2 Sessions - Monday, April 19 10:00am to Noon AND Monday, May 10 10:00am to Noon
Cost: $25
Teacher: Katy
This scarf is the next step from beginning knitting. Since you have mastered the basics, you will lean how to read a pattern, 4 new stitch patterns, and adding yarn. You will gain confidence in your knitting and this scarf makes a great gift for yourself or a loved one.
Scarf – 2nd Quarter - Hidden Squares
2 sessions - Thursday, May 20 1:00pm to 3:00pm AND
Thursday, May 27, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher: Twyla
Knit small motifs to create this intriguing scarf. Make it as long or short as you want. This is a great traveling piece. We’ll use one of our favorite yarns from JoJoLand to create this unique scarf.
FOR THE QUILTER IN YOU - -
Quilting I
2 sessions - Tuesday, April 27, 10:00am to 2:00pm AND
Tuesday, May 4, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher: Joyce
Turn a jelly roll into a masterpiece! This class is for the beginner or a refresher for those who haven’t quilted lately. Learn about rotary cutting and piecing as you create a stunning scrappy look quilt. We’ll talk tricks-of-the-trade and have you on your way to more and more beautiful quilts!
Quilting II
1 session - Tuesday, May 18, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Cost: $15
Teacher: Joyce
Ready for another easy and stunning quilt? This time we’re using a layer cake and making diamonds – a girl’s best friend!
Quilting III
1 session - Wednesday, May 12, 10:00am to 1:00pm
Cost: $15
Teacher: Joyce
Looking for something a little different, a little challenging and a LOT of fun? We’ve got it for you in a beginning Bargello class. When you’re done you will have learned to create strip sets, slice and dice them and arrange the values using a number chart for flawless results while creating a beautiful table runner. Prerequisite: confidence with rotary cutting and your machine skills.
Double Wedding Ring
1 session - Tuesday, May 25, 10:00am to 1:00pm
Cost: $15
Teacher: Joyce
The quilt you always admired but never felt confident to tackle. We’re going to make a Touchdown with this one! Prerequisite: confidence with rotary cutting and your machine skills.
Four Patch Stack N Whack
1 session - Tuesday, April 20, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher: Suzanne
Take a beautiful piece of fabric and turn it into a masterpiece just by the way you cut it. This is an exciting project to make!
Butterfly PaintStiks Wallhanging
1 session - Wednesday, May 5, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Cost: $35
Teacher: Suzanne
Learn this great new technique using paintstiks to color your world! This technique will have you coming back for more! Stop in the store to see the sample.
Free-motion Pillow
1 session - Wednesday, June 30, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Cost: $35
Teacher: Suzanne
Learn how to free-motion quilt this great pillow and open your world to free-motion! If you have a BERNINA stitch regulator and want to learn to use it, bring it. If you don’t have one, bring your #9 foot and you will learn how to free-motion quilt with it!
Appliqué Table Topper
2 Sessions - Monday, May 3, 10:00am to Noon AND Monday, May 24, 10:00am to Noon
Cost: $25
Teacher: Katy
Come and learn needle-turn appliqué while making a nice table topper. Katy will teach you the basics of needle-turn appliqué using two techniques, back basting and/or needle-turn; whichever you choose to do. This class will teach you placement of pattern, reverse appliqué and how to make a perfect circle.
FOR THE CRAFTER IN YOU - -
Jelly Roll Footstool
1 session - Either Wednesday, April 21, 10:00am to 3:00pm OR Saturday, May 15, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Cost: $35
Teacher: Barbara
This is the cutest little footstool around. It is charming and easy to make! Stop by the store to see the sample.
Needle Punch Scarf
1 session - Saturday, May 8, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher: Suzanne
Here is an opportunity to learn needle punch techniques and be prepared for next winter. The greatest thing about needle punch is that there are many different ways to use it to embellish your projects.
Monogram Bag with Zipper
1 session - Saturday, April 17, 10:00am to 4:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher: Susan
This bag is great for short trips. It is lightweight and washable. It also makes a great gift!
Travel/Home Sewing Caddy/Organizer
1 session - Thursday, April 22, Noon to 4:00pm
Cost: $20
Teacher: Susan
This unique little caddy folds up for travel and portability and lays over a sofa arm to use at home. There even are safety features for use around children and curious kittens: you can lock in your scissors or hang when using them, there is a fold up pin and needle holder and you can lock your spools of thread in place. Other great features include a portable pin cushion, 3-pocket tool holder and an elastic pocket for “stuff”. There is even a removable bag for trash, snips and scraps!
Parker Purse
1 session - Saturday, April 24, 10:00am to 4:00pm
Cost: $25
Teacher: Susan
The designer herself will teach you how to make this delightful purse. It is small enough to be out of your way but big enough to hold just what you need!
FOR THE GARMENT MAKER IN YOU - -
Couture Sewing – Finishing Seams
3 sessions - Monday, April 12, 10:00am to 2:00pm AND Monday, April 16, 10:00am to 2:00pm AND Monday, May 17, 10:00am to 2:00pm
Cost: $30
Teacher: Suzie
For the fashionista who desires the inside to look as great as the outside. Come and learn the techniques to finish seams that you will use for a lifetime. You will go home with a book of finished samples that you can refer later.
Beginning Smocking
3 sessions - Friday, May 14, 10:00am to 12:00pm AND Friday, May 21, 10:00am to 12:00pm AND Friday, May 28, 10:00am to 12:00pm
Cost: $30
Teacher: Suzie
Have you ever wanted to learn how to smock? This is the class for you. Suzie will teach you all the basics on how to make wonderful smocked garments. Stop by the store and see the great samples!
Serger Workshop: Urban T-Shirt
1 session - Either Wednesday, April 28, 10:00am to 3:00pm OR Wednesday, May 26, 10:00am to 3:00pm
Cost: $20
Teacher: Suzette
Are you ready for something new and exciting that ready wear can’t provide? The Urban T-Shirt is for you! Stop in and see the sample – what a great way to start your summer season – with a new style!
SUPER-LAHM SOFTWARE CLASSES!
Having embroidery software and not being able to use it to its max is a drag. Make sure you attend a software class by our own Super-Lahm. Classes are offered for the beginning embroiderer, the intermediate embroiderer and for the embroiderer who wants to begin a project in class and take it home finished!
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE
1 session - Tuesday, April 6, 9:00am to 10:30am
Cost: $10
Teacher: Robin
For the beginner, beginner – if you only know how to turn on your computer – THIS CLASS IS FOR YOU! We will discover the filing system on computers and how to use it to file away our designs and then find them again! Bring your laptop, software and dongle!
BEGINNING SOFTWARE CLASS
2 sessions - Either Wednesday, April 7, 9:00 to 10:30am OR Wednesday, April 7, 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Cost: $10
Teacher: Robin
For the beginner – how to open designs, merge designs, size designs, import designs from a USB stick or CD. Learn to make your Bernina software work for you! Bring your laptop with software loaded already and your dongle!
MID-LEVEL SOFTWARE CLASS
2 sessions - Either Tuesday, April 13 9:00am to 10:30am OR Tuesday, April 13 1:00pm to 2:30pm
Cost: $10
Teacher: Robin
– You guessed it – for the embroiderer who is gradually becoming a software diva! We will take several designs, combine them, delete part of them, change colors, color sequence them and anything else we can think of to make a design uniquely yours.
EMBROIDERY MAKE IT AND TAKE IT CLUB (EMTC)
1 session - Friday, April 16 9:00am to 1:00pm
Cost: Free, Supplies extra depending upon monthly project
Teachers: Suzette and Robin
Super-Suzette and Super-Lahm will be hosting a monthly Embroidery Make It and Take It Club that will encompass all the things you have learned about your software and your machine. In this Club we will design, edit, digitize, file, save and stitch out a design onto a premade item such as bibs, coasters, aprons, table runners, etc. At the end of EMTC you will have a finished project to take home. A supply list and supplies will be available at Sew In Heaven prior to EMTC. EMTC will meet on the 3rd Friday of every month. Be prepared to work hard and work fast!
JUST A REMINDER!!!
Quilt Club meets every 1st Friday at 9:00am - FREE
BERNINA Club meets every 3rd Thursday at 9:00am – FREE
Embroidery Make It and Take It Club meets every 3rd Friday at 9:00am - FREE
Sew In Heaven
Class Policy
- Class fee is due at the time you register. If you must
cancel, we must be notified 1 week prior to class date. NO
EXCEPTIONS.
- If the class does not fill or if we cancel the class,
you will receive a full refund or store credit, your
choice.
- Supplies are needed for almost all classes. The class
fee covers instruction only. You are responsible for
picking up your supply list and having all your supplies
ready prior to the beginning of class.
- Copyright law requires that each student purchases
his or her own book or pattern required for the class.
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