Central Sewing Newsletter #72

Issue No. 72 FREEFall sEwing ClassEs 2015Authorized Dealer for Baby Lock, Bernina, elna, Husqvarna Viking

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Central Sewing News

CENTRAL SEWING is open for business

Because of your many kind words and thoughts, we will remain open to serve you, our loyal customer.

Ron CollinsSewing Workshops Page 2Dawn HuntQuilt Apprasials Page 3Donna RobinsonBaby Lock Event Page 7

Trudy JansenPure Couture Page 9Joan Statz Appliquilt & Free-Motion

Page 11Allison SpenceHandi Quilter Event Page 15Margaret FergusonBra Making Page 16

Guest Instructors

Open House

Saturday September 26 9:00 - 5:00See page 3 for more information.

Dawn Hunt, certified quilt appraiser, will be at Central sewing dur-ing open House to ap-praise individual quilts.By AppoINtmeNt oNLy

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Tailored Jacket Structure 2 DAy HANDs oN CLAss sew the secrets behind a man's or lady's tailored jacket. In this hands

on class, Ron will have half a jacket cut out and ready for you to do your samples on. A GREAT SAmPLE FOR FuTuRE REFERENCE TO SEE BEhINd ThE SEAmS IN A TAILOREd jACkET.Fuse interfacing, do machine pad stitching (prevents stretch out lapels) and sew the roll-line (gives memory that hugs your body and always looks symmetrical). Ron will also discuss various interfacings and a master's technique on a notched collar and lapel. Achieve a professional sculptured sleeve cap and master pad stitched shoulder pads that will rival top-notch ready-to-wear. With Ron's welt pocket techniques, you will be able to sew a single or double welt pocket, with or without flaps. South 4598 Tue & Wed Oct 13 & 14 10:00 - 4:30Length 13 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $216. +GST

Kit valued at $45. included

Ron Collins returns

Baby Lock event with Donna Robinson ..... 7Bra making with Margaret Ferguson .......... 16Coupons .................................................. 10embroidery Classes .................................. 8Getting to know Your machines .............. 6handi Quilter Event with Allison Spence ........ 10 husqvarna Events ................... 9, 15 Joan statz’ Classes .................................. 11Kids & teens Classes ............................... 4Learn to sew ............................................. 4Longarm Classes & Club ............ 14,15open House ............................................. 3pure Couture with Trudy Jansen ................. 9Quilt Appraisal with Dawn Hunt .................... 3Quilting Classes ............................. 3, 4, 12 - 15Ron Collinsʼ Workshops ........................... 2Rug hooking ............................................. 9Serger Classes .......................................... 6, 7software & Computer Classes .................. 8Wardrobe essentials .................................. 5W

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Designer Finishes Create 17 reference samples in this infor-mation-packed class! Including a total of 12 seam finishes—hong kong, Bound, Flat Fell, French and striped along with a great way to finish off underlined pants with a Double French seam. Learn also how to make 142" of continuous bias tape at 1¾"

wide out of a 16½" fabric square. Plus, make a fake flat fell seam, reinforced seam, and a finished pressed open seam as well. make an unbelievable dart and pleat, using only your bobbin thread in your sewing machine; great for sheer fabrics or a designer detail.South 4599 Thu Oct 15 9:00 - 12:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $66. +GST


Time To Zip It Up! Centered zipper, fly front, lapped zipper and invisible zip-per—4 zipper techniques that are a must for clothes construc-tion. use Ron`s centered zipper technique so your zipper will never shift again when inserting it. sew a deep placket on a fly front zipper to avoid the zipper or zipper pull from showing on the front of your pants or jeans. A lapped zipper is where all the construction is to one side and is always great for most dresses, pants and skirts. An invisible zipper is not as hard to sew as you might think; the secret is the pressing of the zipper before sewing. tIme to seW AND zIp It up!!! South 4600 Thu Oct 15 1:00 - 4:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $61. +GST


Ultimate Fitting Retreat

3 days with Ron Collins Is fitting your nemesis? Bring your favourite patterns and muslins, and let's start fitting. Go home with patterns altered just for you. Size out your pattern, identify your fitting problems, adjust the pattern, cut out the garment from scrap fabric or muslin, sew the fitting shell and refine the fit! Then, transfer your altera-tions to your pattern. Bring patterns for jackets, pants, tops, jeans, outerwear....whatever you want and whatever fabric you choose—woven, stretch woven or knits. With Ron by your side, overcome those trouble spots in fit.South 4601 Fri, Sat & mon Oct 16, 17 & 19 10:00 - 4:30Length 19½ hrs (3 sessions) Cost $295. +GST

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Free Seminars South 9:00 Wonderful Wonderfil Marg Tyess from Wonderfil ThreadsWe've added new colours & threads to our Wonderfil line. join marj as she shows you the features of each thread. Free thread giveaways too!

10:30 notion Commotion Bev ShumilakBev will introduce you to some new no-tions available at Central sewing.

12:00 long arm Quilting Connie Anderson

Connie will share tips and techniques and answer your long arm questions to equip you for success.

1:30 Pattern Drafting Aradhana ShahJoin Aradhana as she introduces you to the world of clothing design through manipulating a simple pat-tern into various styles.

3:00 Traditional Rug Hooking

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Sat Sep 26 9 - 5OPEN HOUSEFree Seminars West9:00 long arm Quilting

Connie AndersonConnie will share tips and tech-niques and answer your long arm questions to equip you for success.

10:30 Pattern Drafting Aradhana Shah

Join Aradhana as she introduces you to the world of clothing design through manipulating a simple pat-tern into various styles.

12:00 serger shopping Pat DoerksenWhy own a serger? When do you use 3 threads or 4 threads or cov-erstitch? Get the facts at this class.

1:30 Wonderful Wonderfil Marg Tyess from Wonderfil Threads

We've added new colours & threads to our Wonderfil line. join marj as she shows you the features of each thread. Free thread giveaways too!

3:00 notion Commotion Debbie Levesque

Debbie will introduce you to some new notions available at Central.

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Sat Sep 26

11:30 - 2:00Plan to join us for the whole day!

Dawn Hunt Certified Quilt Appraiserdawn is the only AQS certified quilt appraiser in western Canada and an accredited member

of the Assoc. of online Appraisers.

Dawn’s quilts have won awards and her quilts have been exhibited interna-tionally and are in private collections. Her works have also been included in several publications.

dawn co-founded the Alberta Quilt Study Society and has judged at a number of quilt shows.

Have you ever won-dered how much your quilt is worth? It's time to find out!Dawn Hunt will be at Central sewing dur-ing saturday's open House to appraise individual quilts.By AppoINtmeNt oNLy

Call 780.469.1147 to book your appointment & for more information.

open house

Friday Night Special Attention ALL QUILTERS sep 25 6:00 - 8:30 Cost:$35. +GST

Join Dawn Hunt for these exciting presentations.Quilting Thru the Ages In this information packed lecture Dawn will answer the ‘Who, What, Where, When, and Why’ of quilt-making through the centuries. you’ll be surprised at where it began and just how long quilting has been practiced. A Power Point presentation and quilts from Dawn’s collection will augment the lecture.

Valuing Your Work All types of quilts whether they are old, new, works of art, block of the month, family heirloom, or flea-market find have value. Along with the sentimental value associ-ated with these textiles, there is often also considerable monetary value. Dawn will explain what factors impact the value of quilts, why people should have quilts appraised, and what's involved in having a quilt appraised. If you are planning to sell, buy, bequeath, donate, raffle, exhibit or give a quilt as a gift you will want to attend! Join Dawn for a power point presentation and quilts from Dawn’s collection.

Quilt Appraisals

Costs:Insurance or general interest appraisal

$75.00/quilt +GST

market value, donation and/or estate appraisal

$100.00/quilt +GSTCheque or cash accepted

Janet McLeanthis is not Latch Hooking! Come and learn how to do traditional rug hook-ing using strips of wool and a linen backing. It is fun and easy.


Advanced Kids’ Sewing our weekly 2 hour classes are for children with previous sewing expe-rience. (sep-Dec)south thursdays Barb Emerson 4676 4:00 - 6:00West tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 4664 4:00 - 6:00Length 2 hrs/class

Cost $17./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 teens 13 & up. (sep-Dec)south thursdays Barb Emerson 4677 6:30 - 8:30West tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 4665 6:00 - 8:00 Length 2 hrs/class

Cost $17./class +Gst (pd monthly)

Kids’ SewingThese weekly 1½ hour classes are instructed in small groups. For children aged 7 & up. (sep-Dec)south tuesdays Barb Emerson 4670 4:00 - 5:30 4671 5:45 - 7:15 south Wednesdays Barb Emerson 4672 11:00 - 12:30 4673 1:00 - 2:30 4674 2:45 - 4:15south thursdays Barb Emerson 4675 1:30 - 3:00south saturdays Jocelyne Bellavance 4666 9:30 - 11:00 4667 11:15 - 12:45 4668 1:00 - 2:30 4669 2:45 - 4:15 West saturdays Diana Lieskovsky 4661 9:30 - 11:00 4662 11:00 - 12:30 4663 1:00 - 2:30 Length 1½ hr/class

Cost $17./class +Gst (pd monthly in advance)

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 4594 Bev Grenier Thu Sep 17 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Sat Sep 26, Oct 03, 17 & 24 9:30 - 3:00Length 22 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $165.+GST

Learn To Sew 1 & 2 Beginner sewers will learn the basics of the sewing machine, different fabrics, laying out a pattern, and sewing simple garments. sewers with some experience will increase their skills by learning about zippers, but-tonholes, buttons and pockets.South 4595 Eleanor McDonough Thu Oct 29 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & Sat Nov 07 - dec 05 9:30 - 3:00

No class Nov 21West 4607 Pat Doerksen Wed sep 23 (orientation) 10:00 - 11:00 & Wed sep 30 - Nov 25 10:00 - 1:00

No classes oct 07 & Nov 11Length 22 hrs (5 or 8 sessions) Cost $165.+GST

Learn To Sew 2 & 3 Add to or update your sewing skills. Learn to work with woven or knit fabrics. practice sewing skills that include zippers, button-holes, collars, set-in sleeves, linings, etc. Focus can be on your own projects.South 4602 Barb Emerson mon Sep 21 (Orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 & mon Sep 21 - Nov 23 6:30 - 8:30

No class Oct 12Length 22 hrs (8 sessions) Cost $165.+GST

Express Sewing (Levels 2 & 3)Pat Doerksen

this class is for sewers who want to con-struct a specific project to increase their current sewing skills. techniques include sleeves, buttonholes, collars, zippers, lin-ings, etc. Your project and fabric will be selected with guidance from the instructor.West 4613 Sat Oct 03, Nov 07 & dec 05

10:00 - 3:30Length 16½ hrs (3 sessions)Cost $132. +GST

kids ̀& teens ̀sewinglearn to sew

adult + child sewing Sampler Quilt Corinne SutherlandIn this Child/Adult class you will make a 9 block sampler quilt with sashing and a single border along with binding. This quilt measures 46" x 46". The techniques included in these blocks include 9 patch, half-square triangles, flying geese, square-in-a-square and pieced triangles. each child needs to be accompanied by an adult. Fabric is provided in class.South 4678 Tue Sep 22, Oct 27, Nov 24, jan 12, & Feb 23, mar 15 & Apr 19 & may 24 5:30 - 8:00Length 19 hrs (8 sessions) Cost $175. +GST

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wardrobe essentialsBeginner Pattern Drafting

Aradhana ShahLearn how to develop basic block patterns and measuring techniques to record dress form mea-surement. this course will include the develop-ment of basic bodice,

dart manipulation, sleeve, facing and collars. Samples will be sewn at home and fitted in class. once you have created these block patterns you are ready to create your own design.Prerequisite - basic sewing skills and some knowledge of fractions.South 4628 Sat Sep 19 - Nov 28 10:00 - 1:30West 4703 Thu Oct 01 - Nov 26 9:00 - 12:30Length 27 hrs (9 sessions) Cost $250.+GST

No class Sep 26 & Oct 10

Zippers Made Easy Pat Doerksenthis step by step sample class will show you the easiest and fastest methods. Gain confidence in inserting lapped, fly and invisible zippers.West 4608 Fri Nov 13 10:00 - 2:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $36.+GST

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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 or $50.+Gst if not

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Become 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 Thursdays4629 Sep 17 1:00 - 3:30 4630 Sep 17 6:00 - 8:30 4631 Oct 08 1:00 - 3:30 4632 Oct 08 6:00 - 8:30 4639 dec 10 1:00 - 3:30 4640 dec 10 6:00 - 8:30 west Tuesdays4617 Sep 29 1:00 - 3:30 4618 Sep 29 6:00 - 8:30 4619 Oct 20 1:00 - 3:30 4620 Oct 20 6:00 - 8:30

Bring your own serger and learn serging basics. topics will include how to thread, operate & adjust your serger, rolled hems as well as maintenance and troubleshooting.Length 2½ hrs (1 session)Cost FREE with machine purchase $25.+Gst if not purchased at Central

south Thursdays4635 Sep 24 & oct 01 1:00 - 3:304636 Sep 24 & oct 01 6:00 - 8:304637 Nov 12 & 19 1:00 - 3:304638 Nov 12 & 19 6:00 - 8:30

west Tuesdays4621 Sep 15 & 22 1:00 - 3:304622 Sep 15 & 22 6:00 - 8:304651 Oct 27 & Nov 03 1:00 - 3:304652 Oct 27 & Nov 03 6:00 - 8:30

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serge aheadSerger Baby Quilt Pat Doerksenyour serger makes quilting fast and easy! Combine 3 fab-rics plus border and binding into a lap size quilt that uses a unique method to quilt as you go. Choose bright, pastel

or wild quilting fabrics and let the fun begin. This is a great project to learn how to use your serger or as a refresher.West 4609 Fri Oct 30 10:00 - 4:30Length 6 hrs (1 session)

Cost $54.+GST

Getting To Know Your Ovation Serger Linda Ferguson

We will go through Chainstitch, various Wave stitches and uses for various size Coverhems. you must have taken "Getting to Know your serger" to learn the basic thread-ing techniques.South 4633 Thu Nov 13 1:00 - 3:30Length 2½ hrs (1 session) Free with machine purchase

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Ovation Serger Foot Class Linda FergusonLet's learn all the wonderful techniques you can do with the extra feet you have for your ovation. you must know how to thread your serger for basic 4 thread, 3 thread and rolled hem. A kit will be supplied at the time of the class.South 4634 Thu Nov 18 1:00 - 3:30Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $39.+GST

Kit valued at $12 included

Baby Lock Serger Foot Class Linda FergusonHave you neglected the wonderful feet for your Baby Lock serger? join Linda for 3 hours of hands-on learning. You will be amazed at what your serger feet can do for you. Prerequisite: Getting to Know Your Serger or equivalent.South 4690 Sat Oct 31 10:00 - 1:00West 4695 Tue Nov 24 1:00 - 4:00West 4696 Tue Nov 24 6:00 - 9:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $39. +Gst


Exploring the Baby Lock Destiny explore some of the features of the Baby Lock Destiny: learn how to topstitch a hem or cuff with the stitching exactly the same distance from the edge; use the digital dual foot for perfect couch-ing; scan an embroidered design and add stippling; dis-cover the quilting echo effect. And, after creating your own appliqué design, stitch it out on an embroidery Bud-dy Christmas stocking. south 4720 Wed Nov 04 10:00 - 3:00Length 4½ hrs (1 session) Cost $30. +Gst

Kit valued at $10 includedLunch included

New for the Ovationthere are 22 different

feet available for the ovation. In this class, see how to use some of these time-saving feet. Learn how to play with heavier threads to achieve some great effects while using several at-tachments such as the quilt guide, the curve foot and the clear foot. use the wide belt loop foot to make straps for a bag, the pin tucking foot for the best pin tucks ever and the chain stitch foot to attach ribbon. see how to make perfect circles with the ovation's extension table too. South 4706 Wed Nov 04 5:00 - 9:00West 4707 Thu Nov 05 5:00 - 9:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $15. +Gst


Learning the Unity & JourneyLearn about all the wonderful stitches you have on your Baby Lock unity or

Journey machine. make a Stitch Art Sampler that can be hung on your wall. Decorative threads, ribbons and cord will make this a wonderful piece of art for your home. Also learn how to tame Minky fabric with the digi-

tal dual foot. south 4721 thu Nov 05

10:00 - 3:00Length 4½ hrs (1 session)

Cost $30. +GstKit valued at $10 included

Lunch included

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embroidery Embroidery Basics

Debbie LevesqueLearn how needles, threads and stabilizers interact with the different embroidery designs and fabrics available. this lecture will provide helpful information and notes for future projects. Bring samples & questions.West 4615 Sat Oct 17 9:30 - 12:30Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $27. +GST

webinars with Bev Shumilak

Bernina Software Inspiration Join Bev for this monthly club in Webinar format to learn more about your software. this class will focus on Version 7. Learn new software techniques each month and then take home a dVd of project instruction and videos. Classes are held monthly.

South 4624 Wed Sep 23, Oct 28, Nov 25 & dec 12 10:00 - 12:00

Length 8 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

Design Works DECODED Webinars that demonstrate simple DesignWorks software techniques to inspire the use of the DesignWorks tools. A DVD will accompany each class.South 4625 Wed Sep 23, Oct 28, Nov 25 & dec 12 1:00 - 3:00Length 8 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

All About ME (Machine Embroidery) Virtual Webinars are fun & informative. join us at each monthly webinar . See firsthand how to create each project and go home with a dVd of project notes

& files. This is a monthly club that focuses on machine embroidery. South 4623 Sat Oct 03, 24, Nov 21 & dec 12 1:00 - 3:00Length 8 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

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professional software. Join Bev as she shares the 6d experience with you! Too good to miss! Take home DVD to practice after class.South 4689 Tue Sep 15, Oct 20 & Nov 17

1:00 - 3:00Length 6 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $100. +GST

computer basicsDebbie Levesque

Computers are a great source for quilting and embroidery designs and projects. Learn how to browse for designs and how to save them so you can find them again. Also, we will discuss the purchase options of designs and how to download them in a usable format. If you like, bring your pC.

West 4616 Sat Oct 17 1:00 - 3:00

Length 2 hrs (1 session)Cost $18. +GST

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WHAT'S NEW from the Husqvarna Dealer ConventionBev & Bernice are attending the Husqvarna Dealer Con-vention in Las Vegas. this is where they introduce all the latest and greatest products from sewing machines, serg-ers, software (6d Premier+), notions, machine accessories, embroidery designs etc.

Join Bev at the south store and Bernice at the west store as they share "all things wonderful" from this convention. special pricing will be offered on new Husqvarna product.

REGISTER EARLY TO ENSuRE A SEAT.south 4700 thu oct 22 1:00 - 3:00West 4701 Thu Oct 29 1:00 - 3:00Length 2 hrs (1 session)

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Pure Couture rug hooking with Janet McLean

Christmas is coming! But do not panic; let's make a cute Christmas table mat using a unique and traditional process. Welcome to the wonderful art of traditional rug hooking to make our table mat. It is fun, inspiring and easy to do.you will be able to complete this within the 4 weeks and be

ready for the holidays!South 4603 Tue oct 20 - Nov 10

6:00 - 8:00Length 8 hrs (4 sessions)

Cost $132. +GSTKit valued at $60 included

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with Trudy JansenPant Drafting and Fitting WorkshopBACk BY POPuLAR dEmANd. Recently relocated in Calgary, trudy has agreed to come back to her old home turf to teach her popular Pant Fitting Workshop. In this workshop, draft your pattern according to personal mea-surements (much easier than you think) . then, cut a trial pair of pants, fit, alter if necessary and transfer the altera-tions to the original draft, so you have a well-fitted pattern to work with all the time. Then we cut and sew the final pants according to the style you want. Working in a classroom

environment will give you a lot of experience in fitting as you see your fellow students being fitted.

south 4702 Wed & thu sep 30 & oct 01 9:00 - 4:00

& Fri Oct 02 9:00 - 12:00Length 17 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $240. +GST


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What's a quilting cabinet?A sewing machine cabinet offering extra space and support for quilts and quilting machines. It offers an extra fold-up leaf to instantly extend your surface.Central sewing has many models from which to choose.

What's a quilting machine?A sewing machine with features to help you finish quilts of all sizes!

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What's a long arm machine?Finish your quilts faster Finish your quilts more easily Finish your quilts more professionallyCustomize your quiltingoffer professional quilting services

Amish Diamond Table Runner In this class, you will quilt an actual quilt. Learn and practice a variety of block, sashing and border de-signs. you will receive the quilt pattern to piece at home before the class. this will optimize your in-class quilting time.

ThIS CLASS hAS A VERY LImITEd ENROLL-mENT SO REGISTER EARLY.south 4708 thu oct 08 10:00 - 4:30Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $250. +GST

Sashings and Borders explore the endless possibilities and variations that can be quilted in two 6" 2-6" wide sections. play with changing the direction and size of de-signs that can be used in sashings and borders. explore the freedom of making variations to make unique designs!South 4697 Fri Oct 09 9:00 - 12:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $125. +GST

Quilt It - My Way Learn how to combine two or more quilting motifs to add texture and visual interest to your quilting. use design elements from the quilt top to create stunning background or all over fill designs.South 4709 Fri Oct 09 1:00 - 4:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $125. +GST

Technique Class Start with a simple meander or loop design—shapes that are easy to stitch. Go further and learn 5 basic shapes of free motion quilting and how to use and combine them in a quilt. Learn how to re-create a variety of quilting designs ef-

fortlessly and to achieve unique designs for your quilting.South 4709 Sat Oct 10

10:00 - 4:30Length 6 hrs (1 session)

Cost $250. +GST

Handi Quilter Long Arm Eventwith Allison Spence

Quilt on a long arm in central`s

studio.

☐ ☐ ☐☐☐Longarm quilting machine includes:A seWING mACHINe HeAD • sewing head is placed on a moveable track system

• either hand- or computer-guidedROLLERS ANd WORkTABLE

• can accom-m o d a t e u p to king-sized quilts

• rollers ensure that layered ma te r i a l i s smooth & taut


the fun & productivity con-tinue—the Town and Coun-try sewers churn out more quilts, pajamas and bags for children being helped by the Zebra Child Protection Agency, often while learning new quilting techniques at the same time! We meet on the 1st & 3rd thursday afternoon of each month from 1 - 4 at Central's west location.

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

WIN House Volunteers

Central's Volunteer sewers are very pleased to announce that our home base will remain at Central sewing machine's south store.

We are a very dedicated Volunteer group that will continue to sew for WIN House, meeting every monday, except holidays. together with our sponsors, Central sewing machines & Apollo sunrooms, it remains a "WIN WIN" for WIN House.

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Appliquilt In this weekend workshop, choose one of Joan's unique appliquilt wallhanging patterns or design your own. extra kits available.South 4605 Fri & Sat Oct 23 & 24 9:00 - 4:00Length 13 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $110. +Gst

Free Motion QuiltingIn this Friday class, learn tips for suc-cessful free motion quilting. South 4604 Sat Nov 07 9:30 - 4:00Length 6 hrs (1 session)

Cost $65. +Gst

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Beautiful Bindings Lois MillerNow that you have your quilt quilted it's time to finish the job with a beautiful binding. We will try several variations of regular straight edge binding plus what to do when you have a curved edge. No-one will be able to find your invisible start-end join either and it's easy to do.South 4650 Thu Nov 26

6:00 - 9:00Length 3 hrs (1 session)Cost $27.+GST

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with us!!!

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Beginning to End

Linda StoleeHave you always wanted to quilt but were afraid to try? This is a perfect class for learning from the very beginning (what fabric to choose, notions that are helpful), to quilting your quilt and then binding. you create a generous lap sized quilt (approxi-mately 50" x 60") in the Streak of Lightning pattern. you'll learn techniques to help you create more quilts in the future. The first 2 hour class will be nonsewing as you'll learn about the fabric choices, fabric colour and value selections and have a tour of the notions in the store.West 4606 mon Sep 28 - Nov 16

1:00 - 3:00No class Oct 12


Super Sampler Lois MillerJust getting started in quilt-

ing? Learn the ba-sics of patchwork by making this sam-

pler quilt. you can make it as small as a wall hanging or as big as a king size. the blocks can be 9" or 12" finished and you can make as many block variations as you want. An orientation class will help you choose your fabrics and quilting supplies. Lots of written notes to take home too. Good for beginners.South 4627 Tue Oct 20 6:00 - 7:00 & Tue Oct 27 - Nov 17 6:00 - 9:00Length 13 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $117. +GST

Mastering the One-Block Wonder Quilt Opal Blackstock

We have all seen those glorious large print fabrics—but how do we effectively incorporate them into a quilt? The answer is to let them stand on their own! using the techniques of one-Block Wonder, select a single fabric,

and with precise cutting and sewing, create unique kaleidoscope blocks. the result is a striking and one-of-a-kind quilt—you will not be able to stop at just one quilt. You’ll want to make more! For experienced quilters only! South 4698 Thu Oct 15 & 29 6:00 - 9:00Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $54. +GST

Ten Month Mystery Block Quilt

Jan Fowlereven this experienced instructor and seasoned quilter found a few blocks she had never seen before. Learn to perfect points, how to prevent stretched borders and add flare to any block with a switch up of fabric choice. Quilt size 64" x 68"—add a simple border later to enlarge it if you like.

For beginner to advanced quiltersSouth 4626 mon Sep 28, Oct 19, & Nov 23, Dec 07, Jan 18, Feb 22, & mar 21, Apr 18, may 16, jun 13


Cost $232. +GST

She Sells Seashells Lois MillerIf you've heard of the clamshell quilt pat-tern, you know it's got a lot of curved piecing. Not on this one. A bias edge and

appliqué will eliminate all that pesky curved piecing. And, best of all, go for the scrappy version and use some of your stash to cre-ate something truly unique. striped fabric for the bias adds some extra pizzazz.South 4648 mon Oct 26 & Nov 02 6:00

- 9:00Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $54. +GST

False Trapunto Table Runner Debbie Levesque

Come practice the art of False trapunto. using three leaf de-signs, we will be com-

pleting three blocks with which we will then make a table runner (finished size approx. 16"x40"). We will put the blocks together using a quilt-as-you-go tech-nique. Both techniques can easily be used to make a large quilt, in the future.West 4614 Sat Nov 07 & 21 9:30 - 4:30Length 14 hrs (2 sessions)

Cost $117. +GST

Stained Glass - Bias Tape Method

Lois Millermake one of two table runners or choose some other stained glass pattern for this class. Gridded inter-facing will really simplify the center part of the runners. you can use pre-purchased bias or make your own. A contrasting non-Christmas fabric on the back will make it a runner you can use year-round.South 4641 mon Nov 09 & 16


Cost $54. +GST

Triangle Toss Lois Miller

For a more modern looking quilt, you can try the triangle toss. Lots of nega-

tive space will give it a more con-temporary flair. use a selection of scraps or new fabrics for the triangles and a neutral fabric for the background and you're good to go. you can even make it as big or small as you want by changing the number of blocks.South 4649 Thu Nov 12 & 19


Cost $54. +GST

Pointless Square in a Square

Marj O`HaraLet ’s have some fun doing on point squares that are poINtLess. this method can be used

with any size square.South 4699 mon Oct 05 5:00 - 9:00West 4712 sat Nov 14


Cost $36. +GST

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quilt embellishments Inktense Pencils on Fabric Ginette GuevremontReconnect with your inner child - remember the old colouring books? how relaxing it was to just colour away with your pencils and crayons? This class will set you free to enjoy an easy way to add pizzazz and surface designs to fabric by using special crayons. A few simple tools and you can colour a full design onto a whole

cloth or plain block, or add dimension and texture over a coloured background. We will explore the many pos-sibilities offered by these wonderful colouring implements.South 4642 Sat Oct 10 9:30 - 1:30West 4643 Sat Oct 24 10:00 - 2:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $36. +GST

Fall/Halloween Runner Jan FowlerFall/Halloween has the most beautiful colours to dress up your home. some runners have a twist, some have a bonus little project that will surprise you. starting and finishing a project in 3 hours

is so inspiring.South 4645 Thu Oct 01 6:00 - 9:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $27. +GST

Christmas Table Runner Jan Fowler

Dress up your table for the holiday season with this stunning runner. the pat-tern can easily be adjusted to be the right length for your table. No special rul-ers needed and the pattern

is provided by the instructor. Choose Christmas fabric for the backing so you have two options. South 4646 Thu Nov 05 6:00 - 9:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $27. +GST

Christmas Elegance Under your Tree Opal Blackstock

Dress up your Christmas tree with a new skirt or create one as a gift. But start now; Christmas is truly just around the corner!

South 4697 Fri Nov 06 10:00 - 4:30Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $54. +GST

Twister Jack Marj O`HaraHow about a new halloween Project? twister Jack uses the "Lil twister" tool to make your proj-ect spin. the pat-tern uses 2½" - 5"

squares. you decide what size will work for you. A fun project to use up some of your stash fabrics.South 4596 Wed Oct 21 & 28


Deep In the Woods Twister Tree Marj O`Hara

Continuing with the "twister" theme, lets do a seasonal tree wall hanging. A fun little project watching the blocks spin the tree to life.

South 4597 Wed Nov 18 & 2510:00 - 2:00


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Learn Paper Piecing Ginette Guevremont

paper piecing has a mystique for those who have never tried it. In truth, it is one of the easiest ways to piece complicated-looking blocks that wow the viewer. We will work on a table topper with various motifs so you can try your hand and experience the ease of sewing smaller pieces using special foundation paper to create intricate designs.West 4644 Sat Nov 14


Cost $58. +GST

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Zen Quilting Sequel—LARGER than Life!Zen just got big-ger! Create your

own zeN for a small wall hanging. Freehand micro quilting and doodling never looked so fantastic together! A 3½" paper tile is transformed into a work of art! Find out HoW in this 2-session class. Some homework required.South 4687 Fri Sep 18 10:00 - 12:00 & Fri sep 25 10:00 - 1:00Length 5 hrs (2 sessions)

Cost $120. +Gst

Deciding on Surface DesignAfter many hours of carefully select-ing a pattern, colours & piecing a quilt together, how do you decide on the stitching design? What will enhance the beauty of your quilt? Learn the secrets to surface de-sign and the diagnostic questions that will make decisions easier! Bring a couple of quilts for analysis to head you on the path to success. Class notes included.South 4685 mon Sep 21


Cost $100. +Gst

Central's Longarm Studio with connie anderson

Straight Talk with a Curve!Here's your opportu-nity to learn how to use rulers for accuracy in design and to gener-ate new quilting ideas! Create new designs, the fast, accurate and simple way! make a sampler in class for your inspiration. At least 1 ruler is needed for class.South 4679 Tue Sep 08 10:00 - 1:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $100. +Gst

16", 18" or 24" throat space

speed —up to 2200 stitches/min

powerful motor

precision stitching

easy-to-use touch screen

well-lit workspace

Handi Quilter

Central's Longarm ClubCentral's Longarm Club is growing! Don't miss out on the sharing and education directed by our longarm educator, Connie Anderson. Learn about great products and gadgets designed to make your longarm quilting fun and easy. Get advice from other quilters and grow in knowledge, expert ise and enjoyment of longarm quilting! Plus brief and informational instruction on techniques to help

Longarm Club

hone your ski l l ! show and tel l is always a part of the fun! We meet once a month, from 1 - 3 on a Saturday afternoon.

Longarm Club is free but registration is required. Register early - club is limited to 20 participants.South 4688 Sat Sep 19 1:00 - 3:00Length 2 hrs (1 session) Cost FREE

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for Longarm Rental this class is a prerequisite for

Central's machine rental program.

the hands-on training will pre-

pare you to finish your own quilts.

Become a professional longarm

quilter!

South 4680 Fri Sep 11 10:00 - 1:00

South 4681 mon Sep 14 10:00 - 1:00

South 4682 Tue Sep 22 10:00 - 1:00

Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost FREE with machine

purchaseOR $150. +GST

Includes a 4 hour machine rental

Quilt on your Own in Central Sewing's Long Arm Studio

Prostitcher Class with Lois Miller

Handi Quilter long arm class

did you just get a Prostitcher for your handi Quilter and are not sure how to use it? Then this is the class for you. We will cover all the basics to get your designs onto your quilt and in the right sizes and places. Interested in 'edge to edge' quilting? We'll cover that too.

South 4647 sat oct 03


Cost $18. +GstFOR RENTlong arm

quilting machine

Longarm Machine Rentaldreaming of finishing your quilts on a long-arm machine? 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 incre-ments.

South 4683 tue sep 15

10:00 - 4:00South 4684 mon sep 28

10:00 - 4:00 Length 6 hrs (1 session)

Cost $150. +Gst

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Designer Diamond Royale - Experience It! The designer Royale line of sewing and embroidery machines offer so much to sewers that you will want to experience firsthand many of these exciting features. spend 3 hours with a member of the Husqvarna Viking education team as you work on the Designer diamond Royale to personalize a Pashmina Scarf with unique decorative stitches and embroidery.South 4713 Thu Oct 29 9:00 - 12:00 West 4714 Fri Oct 30 9:00 - 12:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $25. +GST

Embroidery Software Revealedhusqvarna`s software specialist will take you on an eye-opening tour of our embroidery software systems. Find out which embroi-dery software is right for you while touring the various embroidery software options. using Windows or mac based embroidery soft-ware systems, your creative possibilities are endless!South 4719 Thu Oct 29 1:00 - 4:00West 4718 Fri oct 30 1:00 - 4:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $20. +GST

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Bra Makingwith Margaret Ferguson

from Bras—Bold and Beautiful

Changing Your Bra DesignIn this one day class, learn how to make design chang-es to your basic bra pattern. this includes changes to the cup, band and straps. use the alterations to draft your new pattern. there will not be enough time to make a complete bra in class. Kits and materials will be available for purchase. Prerequisite: Basic Bra class South 4610 Tue Oct 13

9:00 - 5:00Length 7½ hrs (1 session)

Cost $112. +GST

The Basic Bra In this class, you will make a basic white bra made to fit you. margaret will draft

each person’s pattern according to their own measurements. A kit with all the fabrics and supplies is included. South 4611 Wed & Thu Oct 14 & 15



2 Bras - 1 ClasssHEllEY DEsignER BRa—use your begin-ner bra pattern to draft the pattern for this bra, inspired by a $200 designer bra from europe. It has several features to make the bra supportive and gives a "just lost 10 lbs. look". PaRTial BanD BRa - this is a frameless bra and depends 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 4612 Thu Oct 15

6:00 - 9:00 Fri & sat Oct 16 & 17


Cost $355. +GSTKits 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.

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