Central Sewing Newsletter #67

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Bags, Bags, Bags ............................................. 6Bra Making with Margaret Ferguson ............ 7Creative sewing .............................................. 7embroidery Classes ......................................... 11Getting to Know Your Machines ................... 4Home Decor ............................................... 2Joan statz’ Classes ......................................... 13Kids’ & Teens’ sewing Classes ........................ 5Learn to sew .............................................. 5Longarm Classes & Club ....................... 14, 15open House .............................................. 3Pure Couture with Trudy Jansen ................... 9Quilt Artistry with Brandy Lynn Maslowski ..... 16Quilting Classes .................................. 12, 13, 16serger Classes ............................................... 8silhouette Cameo ............................................. 3software & Computer Classes .................... 10, 11Tips on Buttonholes .................... 9Wardrobe essentials ....... 6W

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Scrap rug Lois Millerscraps of warm and natural

batting with some simple strips can become a placemat (or a rug, table runner or mug rug). If you always wondered what to do with your really small scraps, this is the answer. Maybe you just want to try out some of the decorative stitches on your machine. either way, you will be pleased withyourfinishedproject.South 3833 Sat Oct26 10:00-1:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST

Home Decorlearn to Sew for the Home Pat Doerksensew a cushion cover using techniques to insert cording, turn corners and sew various closures. Go on to complete a simple window valance with rod pocket headings and learn basic hemming methods. Find out how to transform these techniques into tab top drapes too! Pat will contact you prior to class regarding window measurements for the valence. Knowledge of sewing machine operation required. South 3792 Thu Oct31 9:30-4:00Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST

Make the most of your sewing time—

Get organized!Thank you to everyone who celebrated my 50th birthday with me.

Many thanks for those who came as well as those who sent wishes. It was truly an unexpected addition to my day.Join us for more special events as we celebrate CeNTRAL seWING's 50th ANNIVeRsARY.

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Free Seminars West 9:30 50 Serger & Knit tips Pat Doerksen

11:00 drafting tips Aradhana Shah

12:30 50 nifty notions Debbie Levesque

2:00 tips for the Cameo Cutter Bernice Montoya

Free Seminars South 9:30 50 nifty notions Bev Shumilak

11:00 Fashion Show (from 50's to today) Trudy Jansen

12:30 50 reasons to make these bags Shirley Keller

2:00 50 hints & tricks for Quilting Fun Jan Fowler

3:30 50 nifty teacher tips Lois Miller

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SilHouette Cameo, Cameo Fun! Judy steerCome, learn and play with this new toy for crafty people. Judy will show you the most amazing techniques and the most awesome products. south 3907 Wed oct 30 & Nov 06

6:00-9:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $58. +GST

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& SergerBecome friends with your sewing machine! This course covers everything from general maintenance to the use of a variety of stitches and machine adjustments. Please bring your sewing machine, instruction book & accessories. Length 5 hrs (2 sessions) Cost FRee with machine purchase $50.+GsT if not purchased at Central sewing

South thursdays3767 Sep19&Sep26 1:00-3:303768 Sep19&Sep26 6:00-8:303769 Oct 17&Oct24 1:00-3:303770 Oct 17&Oct24 6:00-8:30

West tuesdays3810 oct 01 & oct 08 1:00-3:303811 Oct 01&Oct08 6:00-8:303812 Nov05&Nov12 1:00-3:303813 Nov05&Nov12 6:00-8:303814 Dec03&Dec10 1:00-3:303815 Dec03&Dec10 6:00-8:30

Class 1—Bring your own serger & learn serging basics. Topics will include how to thread, operate & adjust your serger, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting.Class 2—expand your knowledge to include the applicationofrolledhems,flatlockingandmore!Length 5 hrs (2 sessions)Cost FRee with machine purchase $50.+GsT if not purchased at Central

South thursdays3773 Oct 03&Oct10 1:00-3:303774 Oct 03&Oct10 6:00-8:30

West tuesdays3804 Sep 17&Sep24 1:00-3:303805 Sep 17&Sep24 6:00-8:303806 Oct 22&Oct 29 1:00-3:303807 Oct 22&Oct 29 6:00-8:303808 Nov 19&Nov26 1:00-3:303809 Nov 19&Nov26 6:00-8:30

huSQVArnA Husqvarna 1 utility SewingSouth 3783 WedNov06 6:00-9:00West 3819 WedNov06 1:00-4:00

Husqvarna 2 decorative StitchesSouth 3784 WedNov13 6:00-9:00West 3820 WedNov13 1:00-4:00

Husqvarna 3 Embroidery FunctionsSouth 3785 WedNov20 6:00-9:00West 3821 WedNov20 1:00-4:00

bAbY loCK Baby Lock 1 utility SewingSouth 3780 WedNov06 1:00-4:00West 3816 Wed Nov06 6:00-9:00

Baby Lock 2 decorative StitchesSouth 3781 Wed Nov13 1:00-4:00West 3817 Wed Nov13 6:00-9:00

Baby Lock 3 Embroidery FunctionsSouth 3782 WedNov20 1:00-4:00West 3818 Wed Nov20 6:00-9:00

bErninA Bernina 1 utility SewingSouth3777 WedOct09 6:00-9:00

Bernina 2 decorative StitchesSouth3778 WedOct16 6:00-9:00

Bernina 3 Embroidery FunctionsSouth3779 WedOct23 6:00-9:00

GeTTING To KNoW YouR... SeWing machine

These classes are designed to take you through your machine from start to end. Which classes are for your machine? Call Central sewing at 780.469.1147 or 780.486.0047 and we’ll help you choose the perfect classes. Length 3 hrs (1 session)/class Cost FRee with machine purchase / $75.+GsT if not purchased at Central sewing

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Baby lock Serger Foot Class Linda FergusonHave you neglected the won-derful feet for your babylock serger? Join Linda for 3 hours ofhands-onlearning.Youwillbe amazed at the great results of your serger’s feet. Prerequisite: Getting to Know Your Serger or equivalent.south 3879 Thu Nov 14

6:00-9:00West 3837 sat oct 26

10:00-1:00Length 3 hrs (1 session)

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advanced Kids’ Sewing our weekly 2 hour classes are for children with previous sewing expe-rience.(Sep-May)south Thursdays Barb Emerson 3895 4:00-6:00West Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3990 4:00-6:00West Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3901 4:00-6:00Length 2 hrs/class

Cost $16./class +GsT (pd monthly)

teens’ Sewing In these weekly 2 hour classes, the students will sew garments suited to their sewing ability. This class is for teens13&up.(Sep-May)south Thursdays Barb Emerson 38966:30-8:30West Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3903 6:00-8:00 West Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 39026:00-8:00Length 2 hrs/class


KiDS` & teenS` Sewinglearn to Sew Kids’ Sewing

These weekly 1½ hour classes are instructed in small groups. For childrenaged7&up.(Sep-May)south Tuesdays Barb Emerson 3891 4:00- 5:30 3892 5:45- 7:15south Wednesdays Barb Emerson 390811:00-12:30 3893 1:00-2:30 3894 2:45-4:15south saturdays Corinne Sutherland 3887 9:30-11:00 3888 11:15-12:45 3889 1:00-2:30 3890 2:45-4:15West saturdays Diana Lieskovsky 3897 9:30-11:00 3898 11:00-12:30 3899 1:00- 2:30 Length 1½ hr/class


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learn to Sew 1 This program has been designed for stu-dents with little or no sewing experience. Learn how to read a pattern, handle fab-rics, and operate a sewing machine. sew a simple garment for yourself or for a child.West 3801 Bev GrenierThu Sep26(Orientation) 6:00-8:00Thu Oct10-Dec05 6:00-8:30Length 22 hrs (9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST

No class Oct 03 or 31

learn to Sew 1 & 2 Beginner sewers will learn the basics of the sewing machine, different fabrics, lay-ing out a pattern, and sewing simple gar-ments. sewers with some experience will increase their skills by learning about zip-pers, buttonholes, buttons and pockets.south 3786 Eleanor McDonoughWed Oct23(Orientation) 6:00-8:00Sat Nov09,16,&30,Dec07 9:30-3:00West 3799 Pat Doerksen Wed Oct02(Orientation) 10:00-12:00Wed Oct09-Nov27 10:00-12:30Length 22 hrs (5 or 9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST

learn to Sew 2 & 3 Add to or update your sewing skills. Learn to work with woven or knit fabrics. Prac-tice sewing skills that include zippers, but-tonholes, collars, set-in sleeves, linings,etc. Focus can be on your own projects.south 3844 Barb EmersonWed Oct02 (Orientation) 6:00-8:00Wed Oct09-Nov27 6:00-8:30West 3800 Pat Doerksen Mon Sep23 (Orientation) 6:00-8:00Mon Sep30-Dec02 6:00-8:30Length 22 hrs (9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST

No class Oct 14 or Nov 11

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Pant Drafting Aradhana ShahEveryone should have awell-fitted pair ofpants in their closet. You will learn to draft a basic pant block and make your very own designer pants.West 3847 Thu Oct03-Nov14 5:30-8:30Length 18 hrs (6 sessions) Cost $125. +GST

No class Oct 31

Beginner Pattern Drafting Aradhana ShahLearn how to develop basic block patterns and measuring techniques to record dress measurement. This course will include the development of basic bodice, dart manipula-tion, sleeve, facing and collars. samples will be sewn at homeandfittedinclass.Onceyouhavecreatedtheseblock patterns you are ready to create your own design.West 3846 Fri Oct04-Nov22 5:30-8:30Length 24 hrs (8 sessions) Cost $156. +GST

Easy ribbon Scarf Linda FergusonThis scarf is an easy project that is quick to complete. It makes a perfect gift and a staple in your wardrobe. one sizefitsall!South 3802 Wed Oct16 12:00-4:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST

Diy Hems Pat DoerksenAvoidpayingforhemmingalterationsinready-madegar-ments by doing it yourself. Bring a garment that needs hemming and receive instructions on the best hand and machine hemming methods. Go home with a hemmed gar-ment, new skills and instructions. No sewing experience required.West 3794 Wed Oct23 5:30-9:30Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST

Couture tricks and tips Pat DoerksenPerfect collars, facings, darts, elegant seams, garment edges etc. don't just happen. They take skill and require processes that put you in control. Practice some easy, yet professional techniques that work to create couture finishesforyourfashionsewing.West 3796 Fri Nov01 10:00-2:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST

Zippers Made Easy Pat DoerksenThisstep-by-stepsampleclasswillshowyoutheeasiestandfastestmethods.Gainconfidenceininsertinglapped,flyandinvisiblezippers.West 3797 Thu Nov07 10:00-2:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST

My tropical Hobo Bag Shirley KellerThis bag is ideal for shopping or travelling and is com-pletely washable. There is also a zippered pocket inside the middle section, passport & cell phone pockets and 2 outside open pockets. The adjust-able shoulder strap can be worn over the shoulder or across the shoulder so you have hands free. Thisisahandy,well-designed,stylishbag!Makeone for yourself today!South 3843 Sat Oct19 10:00-3:00Length 4½ hrs (1 session) Cost $71. +GST

Kit (fabric, strap and findings) valued at $35 included

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2 day Workshop For intermediate & advanced sewers

Basic Bra In this class you will make a basic white bra made to fityou.Margaretwilldrafteachperson’spatternac-cording to their own measurements. A kit with all the fabrics and supplies is included. South 3563 Sat&Sun Sep28&29 9:00-4:00Length 14 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $275. +GST

Kit valued at $50. included

the Shelley & Partial Band Bra2 Bras - 1 ClassShelley Designer Bra—use your beginner bra pattern to draft the pattern for this bra, inspired by a $200 de-signer bra from europe. It has several features to make the bra supportive and gives a "just lost 10 lbs. look". Partial Band Bra-Thisisaframelessbraanddepends

on wires for its support. The bridge and band are completely separate from one another. This bra features underwires as part of the design.South 3564 Fri Oct04 6:00-9:00 Sun Oct05&06 9:00-4:00Length 17 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $355. +GST

Kits valued at $90. included

Margaret is a professional bra maker & a certified instructor. She is a graduate of the Professional Bramakers Course by Beverly Johnson of Hamilton, Ontario.

Bra Makingwith Margaret Ferguson

from Bras—Bold and Beautiful

creative SewingJazz up those Projects

Ginette GuevremontHere's a chance to play with the nifty deco-rative tools you've been meaning to try out. Jazz up a quilt, a garment or anything else you fancy. We will explore marking with oil sticks, textile pencils, foiling, stamping, stencils, Lutradur sheets and other goodies.South 3849 Sat Nov09 10:00-2:00West 3848 Sat Nov23 10:00-2:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $42. +GST

Kit valued at $10. included

twisted table runner Cathy McCleanA 10° ruler can do more than a spiral runner. Play with this ruler and create a custom table runner. embellish your project with special threads such as Sulky Holoshimmer, Sliver and Blendables.

South 3826 Thu Nov28 6:00-9:00West 3825 Thu Nov28 1:00-4:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST

Grandma's apron with a 10 ° twist! Cathy McCleanusing your serger, decorative threads and the 10° ruler, create Grandma's apron with amoderntwist.Tofinishofftheapron,ac-cent it with a Kanzashiflower.Checkout

other apron ideas in a mini trunk show too!south 3824 Thu oct 17

6:00-9:00West 3823 Thu oct 17


Cost $24. +GST

A serger is required for this class

bernina artista 730• over 850 stitches — 31 quilting stitches, • 9mm stitch width + sideways motion• Bernina® exclusive—Bernina stitch Regulator • Free Hand system for fast & easy sewing• MultiportConnectivity-directlywithyourPC• Bobbin winding while embroidering• Rescaling of embroidery Designs

Congratulations!Lois Miller, one of Central sewing's teachers & customers, won 1St PlACE in her category and 2nd PlACE in viewer's choice at the Ed-monton & District Quilt Guild's ″Festival of Quilts″.The quilt is titled "Feathered star". It is almost made entirely in the hoop in a class taught at Central sewing this past session.

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Pat DoerksenNeW PATTeRN! Take your serging skills to the next level! Practice the fastest serger techniques for con-structing a shirt for ladies, men or kids. Review serger threading, quick facings, collars, sleeves, hems. The supply list will suggest pattern & fabric choices. These techniques can be applied to other sewing projects. BONUS - Learn to insert piping with the serger piping foot.West 3795 Sat Oct19 9:30-5:00Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $56. +GST

Bohemian Beauty Debbie LevesqueWith the help of your serger, add this gorgeous tiered skirt to your fall and winter wardrobe. With minimal measuring and fuss, you can whip up a few skirts in no time.West 3906 Sat Nov02 12:30-4:30Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST

Serger Baby Quilt Pat DoerksenYour serger makes quilting fast and easy! Combine 3 fabrics, a border and bindingintoalap-sizequiltwithaquilt-as-you-gomethod.Choosebright,pastelorwildfabrics,and let the fun begin. This is a great project to learn how to use your serger or to refresh your serger skills.West 3798 Fri Nov15 6:00-9:00 &Sat Nov16 9:30-4:00Length 9 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $72. +GST

Serger Festive Flatlock Placemats Pat DoerksenIt's amazingly easy to serge decorative placemat edges withyourserger.Learnhowtosewaflatlockstitchandarolledhemwithdecorativethreads.Finishedwithaflatlocklace application or with beautiful decorative threads. Add a rolled hem edge to a set of napkins. Ideal for beginner to advanced serger owners.South 3793 Tue Nov19 12:00-4:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $36. +GST

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Winter/Car CoatKeep cozy this winter in a coat sewn with Trudy's new coat pattern. elegant, warm and useful, this coat will take you through fall, winter and into spring. Make it long, medium or short using a fabric of your choice. Trudy's motto is "You are the designer! You can do anything you want!"south 3885 Mon sep 30, oct 21, Nov 04 & 25

9:00-4:00Length 24 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $208. +GST

Pant FittingLearn from the best! Trudy will teach youtheartofdraftingandcustom-fittingapairofpants.Makeatrialpair, adjust your pattern, if neces-sary,andsewthefinalgarment.south 3886 Wed oct 02, 16 & 30, & Nov 13 & Nov 27, &Dec11 6:00-9:00Length 18 hrs (6 sessions)

Cost $156. +GST

Help HotlineJoin Trudy in this very popular, fun-filled course,where every-body sews anything they want or need.Trudywillhelpyoufitandconstructyour projects and encourage you along the way. There are always many hints, tricks & details passed around too.south 3883 Mon sep 23, oct 07 & 28, & Nov 18, Dec 02 & 09


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Software

Bev ShumilakJoin Bev for this monthly Bernina Version 6 Software Club in Webinar format to learn more about your software. View new projects each month and then take home a CD of project instruction and videos. Classes are held monthly.South 3501 Wed 10:00-12:00Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $30. +GST for remaining 3 classesYou can purchase the full year or past webinars if desired. Just ask at the first class.

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Wed sep 25mixed media What’s new reviewTake a look at everything new in software. Review products that were released at BeRNINA university and be inspired.

5D Quilt Creator Mystery Bev Shumilak

The mystery of 5D Quilt Design Creator continues. These classes will delve

deeper into all of the aspects of the software. Bring your computer to class with 5D Quilt Design Creator installed and work along with Bev or just come and watch. Take home a DVD of notes and videos.south 3776 Tue sep 24,oct 22, & Nov 12


3 DVDs valued at $30. included

5D Mystery Bev ShumilakThe mystery of 5D continues. We will explore the many features found in the 5D Professional software. Join Bev as she shares the 5D experience with you! Too good to miss! Take home the video DVD to practice after

class.south 3771 Tue sep 24, oct 22 & Nov 12


3 DVDs valued at $30. included

Heirloom in the Hoop Dianne BoggsLearn to create heirloom embroideries using your 5D software. Lace creation, cutwork designs, wing needle and twin needle work.South 3831 Sat Oct05,Nov02&30 10:00-1:00Length 9 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $72. +GST

Embroidery & the internet Bev ShumilakYou have an embroidery machine and a computer but where do you go from there? Learn how to locateeverythingembroidery-orientedontheIn-ternet—free embroidery designs, websites, search engines, computer organization, purchasing on-line, saving, printing, downloading.South 3787 Wed Oct02 5:30-8:30Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $39. +GST

DVD valued at $15. included

Computer Basics for Sewers Debbie Levesque

Computers are a great source for quilting and embroidery designs and projects. Learn how to browsefordesignsandsavethemsoyoucanfindthem again! We will discuss purchase options and how to download designs in a usable format. If you like, bring your PC.West 3905Sat Oct26 1:30-3:30Length 2 hrs (1 session) Cost $16. +GST

Wed oct 30holidays: Fiber Art Scarfuse yarns and fibers to create a custom scarf. A great way for using your scrap fabric!

Wed Nov 27holidays: Pocket PurseCreate an “In-t h e - H o o p ”Pocket Purse. Fun to make and a great holiday gift!

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all aBout me (Machine Embroidery) Bev ShumilakVirtual Webinars are fun & informative. Join us at each monthly webinar (JanuarytoNovember).SeefirsthandhowtocreateeachprojectandtakehomeaCDofprojectnotes&files.ThisisamonthlyclubthatfocusesonMachine embroidery. For All EmbroidErY mAChinES.South 3502 Sat 1:00-3:00Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $30. +GST for remaining 3 classes

You can purchase the full year if desired. Just ask at your first class.

sat sep 28Keeping it CloseCreate a pocketed table topper for your bedside or end table to keep e-readers and otherreading materials handy. Included is a discussion of how to quilt fabric layers together in the hoop.

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3t's to Embroidery Ease Bev Shumilak

everything you wanted to know about embroidery! A MusT for all embroidery machine owners! Learn tips, tricks and techniques to make your embroidery successful & rewarding. An understand-ing of stabilizers, needles & hooping helps eliminate the possibility of error.South 3880 Wed Oct09 5:30-8:30Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST

Embroidery Basics Debbie LevesqueLearn how needles, threads and stabi-lizers interact with the different embroi-dery designs and fabrics available. This lecture will provide helpful information and notes for future projects. Bring

samples & questions.West 3904 sat oct 26


Cost $24. +GST

sat oct 26bag or bag-ette?Here’s a bag to hold essen t i a l s ,whe the r you`re going shopping or to a sewing class. The bag features zippered pouches to keep smaller items. explore some do’s and don’ts for embroidering on laminated fabrics.

sat Nov 23Keep on turningThese unique 4-sidedplacemats will take you through the holiday season and beyond! embroider designs on each side, and with just a few twists & turns, you'll have a set of placemats. Tips for embroidering over seams covered too.

Master your DesignWorks Software

Bev ShumilakBernina is on the cutting edge with their new DesignWorks software. It consists of 3 modules: CutWork, PaintWork and CrystalWork. Bring your laptop and work through the software along with Bev. Learn how to add cutwork to an existing design, create amazing appliqué,paintwithyourmachine,addtext on a path, use a scanner to trace a shape, use your webcam to create a design plus much more.south 3845 Wed sep 25, oct 23 & 30, &Nov27 1:00-3:00Length 8 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $64. +GST

DVDs valued at $30. included

Software

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The fun and productivity continues. The town and Country Sewers continue to churn out more quilts, pa-jamas and bags for children being helped by the Zebra Child Protection Agency, often while learning new quilt-ing techniques at the same time! They meet on the 1st and3rdThursdayafternoonofeachmonth from1 -4at our west location. More sewers are always welcome andsowoulddonationsofquiltingcottonsandflannel.

Zebra

VolunteersFor more info, call Debbie at 780.486.0047.

Zebra Child Protection Centre is an organization dedicated to help children removed from abusive homes.

Win house Volunteers

April’s turnover to WIN House was the biggest in our history; itwasamazing!Asincere thank you to our long-standing sponsor,Central SewingMachines,Randy & his staff. To the many volunteers who so generouslydonatedtheirtime&talents;mysterydo-natorsoffabrics&sewingsupplies;TheQuiltPatch(Moose Jaw, sK) & Clareview Drug Mart, thank you!Itdefinitelywasateameffort.YEAHTEAM!

For the comfort of those with allergies or asthma, please refrain from wearing perfume in class. thanks!

It’s RAFFLE time! 3 Quilts Being Raffled Tickets $2.00 each Available at both locations.Money received is to purchase supplies so that we may con-tinue sewing for WIN House. For more info, call Audrey or

Linda @ 780.469.1147.


QuiltingBreezy Stars Linda Stolee

This quilt is suitable for beginners or experienced quilters. use some new techniques to create a quick, fun quilt in two or more colours.West 3839 Mon sep 09, 16,sep 23 & 30 & oct 07


Book valued at $27.50 included

Mystery Quilt - travelling along Marj O'HaraThis is a fun mystery quilt adventure. Make it your journey. Where are you heading to? By starting in september it will be completed in time for gift giving. Travelling Along will take 3 days over the next couple of months with homework. so bring a friend and let's head out on our adventure.south 3830 Thu sep 26, oct 24 &Nov21 9:30-4:00Length 18 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $135. +GST

twister Jack Linda StoleeTwister Jack is a fun quilt. Learn to use the new Primitive Pinwheels Tool, with many applications beyond Twister Jack. This wallhanging is 24"

x 26". What a great hanging for the front door on Hallowe'en! Great for beginners.West 3838 Fri Oct04 5:00-9:00 &Sat Oct05 9:00-3:00Length 9½ hrs (2 sessions) Cost $98. +GST

Kit valued at $22 included (tool and pattern)

rag Quilt Jan FowlerCurl up under this snuggly rag quilt and immerse yourself in a good book on a rainy day.With flannel, batting, scissorsand a washing machine, they whip up in

a snap. Nothing complicated—just lots of fun. Make them for baby gifts,one for the cabin and maybe one for Fido.south 3775 Thu oct 10 & 24

6:00-9:00Length 6 hrs (2 sessions)

Cost $48. +GST

Great Start Quilting Lois Miller

Calling all begin-ners to a Great start in Quilting! Create a sampler and acquire skills

in rotary cutting, ¼" seams, strip piecing and bias squares of various sizes. Homework will be required to complete the top ready for quilting. Takeyourprojecttothefinishlinein the Great Finish Class.South 3788 TueOct01 1:00-2:00 oct 08, 15, 22 & 29


Cost $91. +GST

the Great Finish Lois MillerNow that your quilt top is complete, it's time to finish it. Learn great tips and techniques from an expert

quilter and instructor, layer your quilt and quilt it! onward to the greatfinish!south 3790 Tue Nov 19 & 26


Cost $48. +GST

Easy Finishes for Stunning Quilts

Ginette GuevremontYou've made your quilt, assembled the batting and the backing now what? Quilters are often stumped with how to finish their projects.explore a buffet of simple and easy techniques: pain-freemotion, re-peat designs, echo quilting, playing with stunning threads, couching, yoursewingmachine'sbuilt-in motifs, stencils, double needle and other easy meth-ods for stunning results. West 3828 sat oct 05

9:30-4:30Length 6½ hrs (1 session)

Cost $52. +GST

infinity Linda StoleeThis quilt is approx. 50" x 58". Fun, Fun, Fun bargello. This can be a lap quilt or large wall hanging. Choosing the 20coloursisthemostdifficultpartofthisquilt. Great for beginners.West 3840 Mon oct 21 & 28, & Nov 04, 18 & 25


Book valued at $36 included

t-Shirt Quilt Marj O'HaraThis is a fun project for any skill level. Youwill be using that collection ofT-shirts that are taking up space. Let's turn them into a warm quilt full of memories.South 3836 WedOct23 9:00-4:00Length 6½ hrs (1 session) Cost $52. +GST

the Magic of Squares Ginette Guevremont

The humble square is a building block for all kinds of wonderful quilt designs— it's like opening a mag-ic box! start with a square and create dozens of blocks. Along the way, learn to properly handle your rotary cutter, tricks to accurately cut your fabric and to get the most out of those mysterious rulers. Create a quilt you'll be proud of!West 3772 Sat Nov02 9:00-4:30Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $56. +GST

Card trick Lois Millersome handy tips from your teacher can make this complicated looking block easier. use up some scraps or make them all the same for a cohesive look. If you want to make a big quilt in a hurry, you can make the blocks bigger. Full instructions for whatever size you want. south 3834 Thu Nov 07 & 21



worKSHoPSwith joan Statzappliquilt In this weekend work-shop, choose one of Joan's unique appliquilt wallhang-ing patterns or design your own. south 3554 sat & sun sep 28 & 29

9:00-4:00south 3882 sat & sun May 03 & 04, 2014


Cost $110. +GsT

Free Motion QuiltingIn this Friday class, learn tips for successful free motion quilting. south 3765 Fri sep 27

9:30-4:00south 3881 Fri May 02, 2014


Cost $65. +GsT

Quiltingthe Magic of Strip tubing

Ginette GuevremontThis method is truly ad-

dictiveandspeedy!Startwithready-cut jelly rolls of your choice and a sec-ond complementary background fabric. With the specially designed Strip Tube Ruler, quickly create blocks to be as-sembled in wonderful geometric pat-terns.Makealap-sizequilt(approx48"x 64") to learn the method and have a finishedtoptoquiltathome.Theclassis fast-pacedbut appropriate for thenovice quilter. The book,Strip Tubing Quilts by Sout & Dell, and the Strip Tube Ruler are needed for the class.West 3829 Sat Oct19 9:30-4:30Length 6½ hrs (1 session) Cost $52. +GST

Cat in the Sewing room Jan FowlerPersonalize your sewing room door. Addappliqués,no-tions and a kitty cat—they love to

hang out with you. Jan will supply the templates and help you with fusible appliqué techniques. This hanginguses up scraps and a small amount of neutral cotton and wood grain fabric.South 3803 Thu Nov07 9:30-3:00Length 5 hrs (1 session) Cost $40. +GST

Sidelines Linda Stolee

Do you have large scale prints you don't want to cut into pieces? This

pattern is the answer! It displays your fabric in a beautiful and interesting way. This project is appropriate for begin-ners and experienced quilters. Finish this top in one weekend! The quilt is approximately 58" x 64". West 3841 Fri Nov08 6:00-9:00 Sat Nov09 9:30-3:30Length 8½ hrs (2 sessions) Cost $79. +GST

Pattern valued at $11 included

Stained Glass - Bias tape Method

Lois MillerWith the invention of pre-madebias tape or the new bias tape maker, making a stained glass pattern is much easier and faster than it used to be. In this class you can choose a pattern that was de-signed for the bias tape method or choose one that recommends use of the reverse applique method. either way, this will be a colourful addition to your wall, bed or table.South 3789 Tue Nov05&12 1:00-4:00Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

Crazy Quilted Christmas Stocking Lois Miller

enjoy three hours designing and stitching a crazy patchwork stocking. Tips, inspiration and instruction are provided by Lois. This one-of-a-kind project canfeature decorative machine stitches, free-motion embroidery, pre-pro-grammed machine embroidery, fun Christmas prints or embellishments. A great evening of creativity and fun.South 3832SatNov09 10:00-1:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST

Pinwheel Power Lois Miller

Who knew that a simple Drunkard’s path block could become a happy pinwheel with the help of some bright fabrics and a plastic template set? These large blocks can be rotary cut and quickly joined to make a quilt in a hurry. Great for a kid’s bed. South 3791 Sat Nov16&23 9:00-12:00Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

Gardening with Boe—the new 2013 Mystery Marj O'HaraMoving our Boe Dacious forward, she would like to share her gardening experiences with you. This is a fun project that is fat quarter friendly, so if you have a collection this could be the project to use them in. Come, bring afriendanddiscoverwhatBoehasplantedover2funfilleddaysofsewing.South 3835 Fri&Sat Dec27&28 9:00-4:00Length 13 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $91. +GST

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Beginner Workshop for Hobby QuiltersA full day of hands on foundational tech-niques for the hobby quilter. Learn how to properly load a quilt, set up borders with corners, accurately stitch in the ditch and transfer patterns to the quilt top. Individual attention to guarantee successandconfidence.South 3850 Mon Sep 23 10:00-4:00South 3851 Thu Oct 10 10:00-4:00South 3852 Sat Nov 02 10:00-4:00Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $240. +GST

TNT... tension, needles, threads...BeGINNeR CLAss This class is espe-cially designed for new Handi Quilter owners. Learn foundational information to get you started in long arm quilting. Learn how to properly load a quilt, ad-just tension and choose needles and threads on the market today. Learn to use the laser and try out the Groovy Boards too. South 3853Mon Sep30 10:00-1:00South 3854Wed Oct30 10:00-1:00South 3855Thu Nov21 10:00-1:00Length 3 hrs (1 session)

FrEE with machine purchase $120.+GsT if not purchased at Central

Registration required.

Central's Longarm Studiowith Connie Anderson

thread Play,INTeRMeDIATe CLAss Try many different threads on today's market. Instructions about needle requirements will help you successfully apply gorgeous threads to your next project.South 3856 Thu Sep 26 10:00-2:00South 3857 Mon Oct 28 10:00-2:00South 3858 Wed Nov 13 10:00-2:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $160. +GST

Creating Fabric with the longarmCreate unique fabrics for home decor, art projects and wearable art. Layer various fabric types to make textured fabric, by stitching together with free-hand designs. We will also create ornately embellished organza, capturing specialty thread and tissue fabric to create embellishments for home decor projects, art quilts and wearable art. Included is a discussion of specialty threads. Come prepared for a playtime and wonderful learning experience as you stitch and create new fabric samples.South 3859 Thu Oct 03 10:00-3:00South 3860 Thu Nov 07 10:00-3:00Length 5 hrs (1 session) Cost $200. +GST

training orientation for longarm Machine rental This class is a prerequisite for Central's machinerentalprogram.Thehands-ontrainingwillprepareyoutofinishyourown quilts. Become a professional longarm quilter!South 3862 Mon Sep 16 10:00-1:00South 3863 Wed Oct 02 10:00-1:00South 3864 Wed Oct 16 10:00-1:00South 3865 Fri Nov 08 10:00-1:00South 3866 Mon Nov 25 10:00-1:00South 3867 Mon Dec 02 10:00-1:00Length 3 hrs (1 session)

Cost $150. +GST Includes a 4 hour machine rental

Call CEntral SEWinG today at 780.469.1147 to enroll in this class or to book machine time.

Quilt on your ownin our long arm Studio

longarm Machine rentalDreamingoffinishingyourquiltsonalongarmmachine? Now you can! simply take the training orientation class to prepare the way! Learn how to operate a longarm, adjust tensions and place continuous rows of pantograph. Be the star of your own quilts and have fun doing it!Booking of time necessary to ensure your place. Rent by the hour in 2-6 hour increments. South 3868 Fri Sep 27 10:00-4:00South 3869 Sat Oct05 10:00-4:00South 3870 Mon Oct07 10:00-4:00South 3875 Mon Oct21 10:00-4:00South 3876 Wed Oct23 10:00-4:00South 3871 Sat Oct26 10:00-4:00South 3872 Wed Nov 20 10:00-4:00South 3873 Sat Nov23 10:00-4:00South 3877 Wed Nov 27 10:00-4:00South 3878 Sat Nov 30 10:00-4:00South 3874 Sat Dec 07 10:00-4:00

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Join Central`s longarm Club for fun, education and friendship. Longarm educator, Connie Anderson, will be directing an informal yet educational club for longarm machine quilters. everyone, from beginner to advanced, is welcome. Learn, laugh and share your ideas with other quilters passionate about their craft. Please register at Central`s south location.South 3861 Wed Sep25 1:00-3:00 Sat Oct19&Nov16 1:00-3:00Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Cost FRee

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inKSationS Silk Screen table runner

Add a splash of fabric ink to a contemporary table run-ner taking the mystery out of screen printing. students come away with a beautiful, pieced project ready to quilt.

South 3827 Fri Oct18 9:30-4:30Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $124. +GST

Kit with pattern, silk screen squeegee and printing ink valued at $25. included

Black Sheep Block Party

still stuck piecing tumbling blocks by hand? This machine pieced tumbling block table topper gives vibrantly coloured fabrics the spotlight framed with a classy black border. so fun to shop for!! Choose 3 distinct values for 5 different colours of fabric. This uniquely shaped quilt finishes at approximately 30" x 34". Beg, borrow or buy—a 60° ruler is

required for this class.south 3822 sat & sun Oct19&20 9:30-4:00Length 13 hrs (2 session)

Cost $165. +GST

with Brandy lynn maslowskiBc Fibre artist, Writer, & teacher Brandy Lynn is a quilt teacher, speaker, judge and the new host of the Canadian Quilt Talk podcast. If you want to talk quilting or have a question you need answered the "go to" place is www.brandylynndesigns.com. And be sure to subscribe to the FREE weekly podcast so you don't miss a thing! Better yet, come in to Central Sewing and meet her in person.

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