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SEWING CENTER OF SANTA FE
3014A Cielo Court
Santa Fe, NM 87507
(505) 424-3242
http://www.thesewingcenterofsantafe.com
e-mail: [email protected]
PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW WEB SITE ADDRESS AND NEW E-MAIL ADDRESS
January, February, March Newsletter & Class Schedule 2009
Hello everyone,
Larry, Connie, Favy, and I want to wish each of you a Happy, Healthy, and Safe 2009. We thank all of you who
have supported our business during 2008. Without you, we could not be here. Many are looking at challenging
times as we start the new year. December saw several store closings in Santa Fe, some big box stores and
others were long time Santa Fe businesses. As a local business we try to spend our hard earned dollars in the
community in which we live. Supporting local merchants keeps our tax dollars working for us here in Santa Fe and
Northern New Mexico. Our goal has always been and still remains, offering a quality product, at a fair price, and
support after the sale with good customer service. Being able to deal directly with local store owners and their
staff can not be replaced by someone on the other end of a computer or a corporate entity.
If you have any suggestions for classes or items you would like to see added to the store during the next year,
please let us know.
LARGER PICTURES OF CLASS PROJECTS ARE ON OUR WEB SITE
Sewing Center of Santa Fe and Janome America Presents
Marie Osmond’s Quilting Challenge
Giving quilters everywhere a chance to win more than $17,000 in prizes!
Proceeds to benefit The Children's Miracle Network
See store for complete details
Create a quilt using Marie Osmond Quilting Treasures fabric, then bring to The Sewing Center of Santa
Fe by April 3rd, 2009. You’ll be automatically entered into a drawing to win a Marie Osmond Quilter’s Companion
(MOQC) machine. Each participating Janome Dealer will give away a Marie Osmond Quilter’s Companion sewing
machine. (minimum entries required for local dealer to award a MO200 sewing machine)
One quilt from each dealer will then be selected for the national round, where Marie will pick the 10
finalists! The finalists’ quilts will be posted on Marie’s site, www.marieosmond.com, for voting.
First Place – Janome Memory Craft 11000 Special Edition, an assortment of storage and organization
products from Advantus, an assortment of Marie Osmond Quilting Treasures fabric and product and a
Marie Osmond Baby Adora Belle Holiday (Quite a Pair) porcelain doll with coordinating quilted table runner (prize
valued at over $17,000)
Second Place – Janome MOQC, an assortment of storage and organizational products from Advantus, an
assortment of Marie Osmond Quilting Treasures fabric and product and a Marie Osmond Adora Butterflies Belle
doll (prize valued at over $2,400);
Third Place – Janome MOQC, an assortment of storage and organizational products from Advantus, an
assortment of Marie Osmond Quilting Treasures fabric and product and a Marie Osmond Friendship Rose Tiny
Tot doll (prize valued at over $1,800); 10 Finalists will each receive - 1 year subscription to The Quilter, Marie
Osmond Cook Book, a sterling silver Marie Osmond charm bracelet, a $100 Janome prize package, a $100 Quilting
Treasures prize package, a $100 Advantus prize package and a personalized autographed photo of Marie
(prize valued at $400).
Proj ect C lass Sc he du l e Ja n uary , F eb ru ary , M ar ch 20 09
UFO Day: Do you have projects that you started and never seem to have time or motivation to
complete. We all have UFO’s in our sewing room. Join us once a month and get some of those
UFO’s completed. Staff
Class Fee: $10.00/day Tuesday, Jan 13, Feb 17, Mar 17 1:30 PM
Dilly Dilly Hearts: Die cut Batik Fabric heart shapes and steam a seam
are all included in a kit to make this 32 1/2” X 43 1/2” quilt top in two color
choices. Just add borders. Each die cut shape is notched for perfect
piecing. Great way to use and show off the decorative stitches on your
sewing machine. This is a great class for the beginning quilter or when you
need a quilt fast. 2 Part Class Lynda Kashiwa
Class Fee: $25.00 plus kit
Tuesday, Jan 20, Feb 3, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free Motion Quilting for Beginners ON YOUR JANOME — Susan Sperry will lead you through
basic exercises that will help you learn this skill and build your confidence. She will also share
some helpful hints and notions that will help build on your skills. Even if you have taken this class
before you will want to take Susan’s class. Then practice, practice, practice. Susan Sperry
Class Fee: $10.00 Saturday’s, Jan 24, March 28, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM,
Feb 28, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
6600 Professional Acufeed Feet, Acufeed 1/4” foot with straight stitch needle plate,
Acufeed open toe foot, Acufeed ditch foot & Acufeed ruffler/rouching foot. These
additional Acufeed feet will add to your sewing and quilting experience. You will make a small
project using these optional feet made exclusively for the MC6600. This 3 hour class was
developed by a Janome educator and is designed to teach several applications using all of the
Acufeed built in walking feet exclusive to the MC 6600.
Staff Class Fee: $20.00
Wednesday
Jan 28,
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
Feb 10,
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday
Mar 27,
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Keep The Heart Truth Growing: This wall hanging was create by Jane
Spolar of “Quilt Poetry” for Janome to promote awareness for women
about heart disease. This would be a great Valentine project or as a
gift to a friend or family member who has been affected by heart disease in women. 2 Part Class. Deanna
Class Fee:$30.00 Includes pattern Friday, Jan 30,
Feb 6, 9:30AM - 12:30 AM
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Tour of Turkey: When Jo Ellen Thompson bought a felting
machine in 2008 she had no idea where that purchase would take
her. Through a talented American felter who works in conjunction
with Mehmet Girgic, the renowned “Felt Maker” in Turkey she
subsequently booked herself into his workshop in July 2008. Jo
Ellen will share with you highlights of her journey, including a DVD
she produced as well as various projects she made as she says,
“It’s what I felt.” during her Felting adventure to Konya, Turkey.
Listening to Jo Ellen share this adventure we felt like we had taken
the trip with her. Come and share this once in a lifetime
experience with Jo Ellen Thompson. You will also hear her
description of the sacred whirling dervish ceremony in the land of
Rumi. If you are interested in felting and the origin of the oldest
fabric known (6500—3000 BC in Turkey) you will not want to miss
this “Felting Tour of Turkey”
No Charge for your trip to Turkey
Saturday, Jan 31, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Please Sign Up If You Are Going To Attend
Super Bowl Sunday, February 1
Stack ‘n’ Whack Fans & Drunkards Path
Don’t be a football widow/widower. Join us for a fun day of
sewing and a Potluck Salad Lunch. You will not believe what
a breeze this pattern is! Fast! Fun ! Everyone will wonder
how long it took you to do this quilt. There is no other way
to get more accurate than with foundations sheets. With
the speed of this pattern you will be Fanning Santa Fe
through all four seasons. The best part of this whole quilt
is that is TOP-PAPER PIECED. Stop in the store to see this
striking quilt. (Top paper piecing method by Lynn Graves,
Little Foot Quilt Shop, Chama, NM)
Dolores Prather Class Fee: $45.00 All Day Class
Sunday, Feb 1, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
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Design Fixing: When sewing out your test of an embroidery design (we all do this, right ?) you
notice that there are several jump stitches that you think could have been avoided by better
sequencing. Some designs are digitized to eliminate jump stitches better than others. Even if you
have an embroidery machine that cuts your jump stitches, this can be aggravating. Pat Bliss will
show you how to eliminate unnecessary jump stitches using your Janome or Bernina Digitizing
software. Pat Bliss
Class Fee: $25.00 Friday, Jan 23, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Quilted Fleece Jacket: Great fall or spring jacket with
optional buttonhole closure. Quilted raw edge patchwork . Fabric is free motion quilted to a sweat shirt.
Comfortable for both casual wear or dressy.
Adult or Children's Size
3 Part Class
Intermediate to Advanced
Lynda Kashiwa
Class Fee: Pattern $10.00
Tuesday, Feb 10, 24, Mar 3 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Machine Felting Bought a felting machine but don’t know where to
start? Kay will teach you the ins and outs of machine felting. Part
one will be exploration of materials and techniques. In part two you
will be felting your own creation that can be made into a purse or
book cover. Open to all felting machines regardless of brand.
Kay Sutt
Class Fee: $30.00 Saturday, Feb. 14, 28 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Appliqué Apple Wall Hanging: Using an original pattern designed by
Heide Payne this wall hanging will brighten your kitchen or dining room
Bright red apples, beautiful green leaves, and a fruit border. You will
love this 2 part class.
Class Fee: $35.00 Pattern $8.00 Heide Payne
Tuesday, February 3, 17, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Digitized Hearts: Get more familiar with your Digitizer software in this class. You will digitize
three (3) heart shapes Each heart will have different fill stitches that you create in Digitizer.
One heart will be weave and motif fills, another will be all motif fills and the third heart will be
embossed fills. If you attended Valora’s class in November, you may remember this beautiful
three block wall hanging. All versions of Janome Digitizer (except Jr.) can be used to create this
wall hanging.
2 Part Class. Pat Bliss
Class Fee: $25.00 Thursday, Feb. 5, 12
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Lightening Strikes A Bargello by Chris Timmins. This queen
size quilt is made using a quick strip method using a range of
colors or shades to produce a gradual color change of exciting
patterns. Bargello quilts look difficult, but they are straight
seam sewing. You will amaze yourself with the results you
achieve. Any Chris Timmins pattern may be used for this class.
Myrna Landt
Class Fee: $50.00
Wednesdays, Feb 11, 25, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM,
Mar 11, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Day Planner Cover (or Scrapbook Cover): If you’re thinking of
buying a day planner for the new year—STOP! Instead, take an
inexpensive
1-inch, 3-ring binder and make a gorgeous cover
that is one-of-a-kind, thrills you every time you look at it, and
proclaims to the world, “I love fabric and thread.” If you have a
sewing machine with decorative stitches, we’ll take full
advantage of that feature. Or bring a scrapbook (but it must be
FILLED with your finished pages so we know how large to make
the cover). Please bring a sack lunch and a drink; refrigerator
available. Julie Filatoff
Class Fee: $30.00 Saturday, Feb 21, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
PLEASE NOTE OUR NEW WEB SITE ADDRESS AND NEW E-MAIL ADDRESS
We hope you like our new web site. Sandra & Garret Vreeland, Array Design Studio were a joy to
work with. Neither one of them, especially Garret knew much about sewing when they took on
this job. We were impressed by their creative ideas and professionalism.
If you are thinking about a new web design, we highly recommend:
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Embroidablock of the Month Crazy Compass by Hoopsisters: This
is quilting with a 21st century twist. If you have an embroidery
machine and want to find more uses for it, this is the class for you.
Embroidablock combines in the hoop piecing with embroidery to
produce a look of elegance and adds interest to quilts. The Block of
the Month is designed to give both the novice and experienced quilter
a method of quilting that uses little or no math, requires minimal
cutting, and every block is sewn to perfection. We will meet once a
month for 10 months. The first nine months you will be stitching
four blocks each month. The tenth month you will be use Hoopsisters”
unique sashing and joining technique. All embroidery machine brands
welcome.
Come join us and have some fun learning this new quilting
technique using your embroidery machine. I'll bet you didn't know
your machine could do this! BOM 4th Thursday, Connie Headley
Beginning Feb 26, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM $10.00/month
Create Your Own Frog Story: Take a journey through
creativity and design with Holly Altman. Holly will help you
unleash your
design potential and teach you new techniques to add to your design arsenal. Discover new ways to
express yourself by exploring
different ways to make
creative choices with fabric and textures. The first 1 hour
session will be creative brain storming with Holly. This is a
treat not to be missed as Holly gives you tons of ideas to
get your creative juices flowing. 3 Sessions. Holly Altman
Class Fee: $ 40.00 T
Thursday, Feb 19,
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Thursday, Feb 26, March 12, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Fons & Porter Binding Tool and Quilt Sleeves: Learn how to use Fons & Porter binding tool to
finish the end of your quilt binding with a miter. We will also show you how to attach a sleeve on
large quilts without putting any strain on the quilt back , plus a quick and easy way to make a sleeve
and hanger for small wall hangings.
Class Fee: $10.00 Friday, Feb 27 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Koos Coutour Reversible Jacket
Sherry Maxwell loves to create one of a kind garments. She
was a home economics teacher for 15 years and she and her
husband own Matthew Chase Art Gallery in Santa Fe. Sherry
will help you design your own Koos Reversible Jacket. Very
loose-fitting, fully interfaced, reversible jacket has flat fell
seams, extended shoulders, low armholes, collar, front welts
and inside patch pockets, multiple contrasting sections
forming outer garment, appliqué, bias trim and binding finish
this coutour jacket. Not for the novice sewer.
Advanced Sherry Maxwell 4 Part Class
Class Fee: $75.00 plus Pattern
Monday March 2, 1:00 PM—3;00 PM,
Monday, March 9,16,23 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Stained Glass Eagle
This is a stream lined stained glass technique using fusible bias
tape. This 31”X41” wall hanging is quilted and the leading is machine
stitched with a twin needle. Fusible interfacing is used to insure a
smooth finished project. Myrna Landt
Class Fee: $ 50.00
Pattern $10.00
Thursday, Mar 5, 12, 19 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Lone Star: Traditional Lone Star design features 45degree
diamonds, individually cut and pieced then joined to form larger
diamond units. The Lone Star design is ideal as a central medallion
and can have a variety of added corners and borders to enhance
the top. This project will make a piece of about 40x40. An easy
and fun method and such a creative adventure. 2 Part Class
Dolores Prather Class Fee: $ 40.00
Saturday, Mar 7, 14, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Thread Color Change in Customizer: This class will give you information and help in changing
colors in Customizer. It will help you keep the colors consistent when making a 12 to20 block
picture design. It will also help when using threads from several different companies on a simple
design. You need a laptop or the use of one for this class. Myrna Landt
Class Fee: $10.00 Tuesday, Mar 10, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Lace Shaping Workbook Class: Lace shaping is an essential skill in heirloom sewing. Learn how to
shape insertion lace in the shape of a circle, heart, diamond, and a bow as well as gather and
attach lace to scalloped edges. This is a Janome licensed class that can only be taught by
individuals who have attended Martha Pullen Heirloom School in Huntsville, AL and have received
certification by Martha Pullen. A kit will be provided with notebook, French laces, batiste,
entreduex and all necessary templates. Great reference material. Deanna
Class Fee: $50.00 Kit Fee: $25.00 Wednesday, Mar 18
Embellished CD Cover: So you've just made the perfect mix of songs on
your CD for someone special; or you've compiled digital photos to give
them. Rather than reach for a ho-hum plastic jewel case, use your sewing expertise to create a wonderful, one-of-a-kind CD Cover that they'll
cherish forever. Choose a theme and bring the appropriate fabric and
embellishments--or bring a selection, and we'll help you create your CD
cover. Julie Filatoff
Class Fee: $ 20.00 Saturday, Mar 21, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Embroidered Tiles: These beautiful picture blocks are designed from well known art pieces .
After choosing a tile scene from Anita Goodesigns, you will create a notebook from the tutorial
pages to help you follow color sequences from block to block in your choice of thread brand. You
need to take the Thread Color Change class before taking this class. The group will meet to
embroider and complete a tile scene. Myrna has completed several of these tile scenes. She will
guide you through several classes to complete one of these special works of art. Future class
dates will be determined at this session. Myrna Landt
Class Fee: $10.00 per session
Tuesday, Mar 24 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Fancy Feet: Janome sewing machines come with lots of standard feet. But how do you use those
specialty feet, pin tuck, ribbon & sequin, beading, ultra glide, piping foot, button sewing foot, and
much more. Staff
Class Fee: $10.00 Tuesday, Mar 31, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
New Accessory
CONVERTIBLE FREE MOTION QUILTING FOOT SET
Set includes three different feet that attach to the
holder with a screw for maximum sturdiness and
safety. This is an important tool for bringing your
quilting to a higher level of perfection. Three options
give this accessory more convenience, better
operation and added value. Fits all Janome Machines
(Closed toe, Open Toe, Clear View Foot)
JANOME MACHINE EMBROIDERY CLASSES
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Introduction to Machine Embroidery
If you purchased an embroidery machine and have not taken any classes related to using the embroidery part of the machine,
this is the class you need to take to get off to the right start. First things first. You will learn to use the icons on the edit
screen, how to change colors, add lettering, rotate, arch, resize and all of the many features while you navigate through the
embroidery screen on your Janome. The clothsetter is a placement tool exclusive to Janome embroidery machines so we will
calibrate your clothsetter. If you are not using your clothsetter to place your designs, you are embroidering with one arm
tied behind your back. You will be amazed at how easy it is to use. This is part of your free machine usage classes so
there is no class fee. Deanna
Class Fee: None
Wednesday, Feb 4 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Introduction To Customizer
You bought your first design CD and now you need to get the designs to the machine. If you have a laptop, bring it to class.
This class is designed to teach you how to use this software. You will learn file management so that you can set up your computer or laptop so that you can find your designs. Learn how to put designs on a compact flash card, USB drive, or hard drive
of the sewing machine. If you purchased the optional CD drive for your machine, bring it to class. You must take this class
before requesting any individualized help pertaining to the information covered in this class. We cannot teach you how
to use this software over the phone.
Class Fee: None Deanna
Wednesday, Jan 14 10:00AM - 12:00 PM
New Features of the Memory Craft 11000 Special Edition
This class will give you a hands-on opportunity to use the new quilting features, as well as the seam guide, sewing
mentor , the Acufil Calculator and much more. This class was given to dealers and their staff in San Francisco to
teach them the new features on the Memory Craft Special Edition.
Class Fee: $25.00 Connie Headley Wednesday, Jan 21, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Introduction to Digitizer Jr./Digitizer Pro
In this class you will explore the basic icons on Digitizer, open an existing design, resize, rotate, select by color
and object, send the design to a compact flash card, USB drive, directly to the machine, or by wireless. This is
an entry level class to get you comfortable with Digitizer. There no class fee for this intro class.
Class Fee: None Connie Headley
Tuesday, Jan 27, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Customizer/Digitizer Jr. Layouts & The Clothsetter
Create a layout using multiple designs that are built into your Customizer software and print a template. Calibrate the clothsetter if you have not already done so,. You will learn how to mark your layout & use the clothsetter for exact placement.
Class Fee: $20.00 Deanna
Wednesday, Feb 18, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hooping & Stabilizer
Stabilizing and proper hooping are essential for good embroidery results. In this class we will discuss different types of stabilizer and their uses. If you have a sew-out that you had issues with, bring it to class. Bring your sewing machine, hoop (s)
and clothsetter, along with items or fabric you would like help with selecting stabilizer. Open to all sewing machine brands.
Class Fee: $20.00 Staff No Charge For Janome Owners
Thursday, Jan 22, 3:00 PM - 5:00 Friday, Feb 20, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Mar 25,10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Embroidery Club
The third Monday of every month embroidery machine owners get together to work on a project of their choosing, most of
which can be completed in class. Jan. & Feb. we will be doing stump work..
Annual Dues $ 60.00 Staff Mondays, 9:30 AM —12:30 PM