Bill` s Sewing Machines and the Vac Doc

Bill’s Sewing Machines
and the Vac Doc
6411 W Morgan Ave. / Hutchinson, KS
March/April 2015
Happy Easter!
67501 / 620-669-8695 / 1-800-371-8695
www.billssewingmachines.com
The only Authorized Dealer in this area for Elna & Brother Sewing machines and
Riccar and Panasonic Vacs. AND NOW…A Janome dealer
DATES TO
REMEMBER
Visit us Saturday, March 28th for the annual Pleasantview Days
March 7
Elegant Garden Class
celebration and save on vacs from Riccar. Enjoy
refreshments and register for prizes to be given away at participating
merchants!
NEW!!! Gia Rolling
Tote
Extension handle-Holds small machine
or sewing projects
for easy transport.
March 17
Advanced Digitizing Class
March 21
Beginning Digitizing Class
March 28
Pleasantview Days!
Do you have a Tutto?
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April 4
Elegant Garden Class
April 11 or 13
Anita Goodesign
Workshop
Found on Pinterest…You can follow
us to see our class projects and our
customer accomplishments!
April 18
Beginning Digitizing Class
April 24 & 25
Floriani –Janome Craft,
Quilting & Embroidery
Event
GIFT CERTIFICATES
AVAILABLE ANYTIME!
ANY DOLLAR AMOUNT!
You can receive a $50.00
credit voucher to spend at
our upcoming Floriani –
Janome Craft, Quilting &
Embroidery event when you
register before March 31st!
Look inside for more
information…or call Bill’s
Sewing at 620-669-8695!
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Sturdy frame protects your machine
Lightweight
Two outside tie-down straps to secure
stackable items. Store the straps inside the
front and back zipper pockets.
Side pockets for storage
Removable puller bar
Floating divider expands the depth
Mesh pockets for your fabrics
Two inside straps to secure your machine
Both top and front opening for easy access
Versatile pockets keep all your sewing
tools organized
Many sizes and colors to choose from!
Visit Bill’s Sewing for more info!
Tutto Sewing
Machine
Luggage
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
*Pre-registration is preferred
*Payment of class fee reserves your spot in the class
*Class sizes are limited…enroll early!
*Class fee is non-refundable unless we have to cancel the class.
*Supply list provided with PAID enrollment
*Due to copyright laws…books, patterns, software, etc. cannot be shared.
*Anyone attending classes must pay the class fee.
*Our classes are open to anyone, regardless of machine ownership. We do not care what brand
of machine you have – come join us for fun and education!
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March 7
9:30 am
Elegant Garden Class - Month 2 (blocks 3 & 4)
March 17
10:00 am
Advanced Digitizing Class
March 21
9:30 am
Beginning Digitizing Class
April 4
9:30 am
Elegant Garden Class – Month 3 (blocks 5 & 6)
April 11 – 9:30 am
OR April 13 – 10:30 am
Anita Goodesign Workshops 2nd Qtr.
Featuring Anita’s Playhouse designs…All new baby and
toddler designs!
In April we will be making a
zippered bag.
Choose a raccoon or an owl!
Look on our Embroidery Workshop board on
Pinterest, or friend us on Facebook to see more
of the finished projects from Anita’s Playhouse!
April 18
9:30 am
Beginning Digitizing
April 24 & 25
Floriani-Janome Quilting, Craft & Embroidery Event
More information in this newsletter!
YOU ARE INVITED…To Join Us For The Floriani Hands On Crafting,
Quilting and Embroidery FUN EVENT!
Experience for yourself Craft and Embroidery projects that will inspire the novice and challenge even
the veteran crafter and embellisher. Learn techniques, tricks and tips that have been used by
crafting and embroidery professionals for years in a laid back relaxed setting designed for all levels
of experience.
Become the Master of your craft with innovative techniques, inspiring designs and the ingenuity that
is Floriani!
The Janome Horizon 15000 will be the featured machine at this event! The quality
workmanship, extraordinary features, and ease of use surpass any other machine on the
market today!
If you Love To Have FUN, Love to Learn New Tips and Tricks to Make YOUR Hobby MORE Enjoyable,
and Love to Laugh and Have a GOOD TIME…Join US for TWO FULL DAYS OF FUN, INSPIRATION
AND EDUCATION!
Lots of Door Prizes and Give-a –Ways, Lots of Chocolate, Lots of New Friends, and Lots of New Ideas
add up to Lots of FUN!
Call Bill’s Sewing Center TODAY at 620-669-8695 to reserve your seat NOW to
Qualify for the Early Bird Floriani Gift!
It doesn’t matter what kind of machine you have at home….
come to the party and have fun with us!
TWO DAYS OF FUN!!! ONLY $99.00
Sign up before March 31st and receive a $50 credit voucher
towards your purchases to spend at the event!
Payment will reserve your space at this FUN event!
Event will be held in the Hutchinson Mall. Enter through the South Mall door near Penney’s.
Bring only yourself! Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Mark these important dates on your
calendar!
June 2015 (exact date TBD)..Serger Class with an
instructor from Elna USA
July 24 & 25…Find us at the Heart of Kansas Quilt Show on
the Kansas State Fairgrounds
October 9 & 10…Anita Goodesign Embroidery Party!
WATCH OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE
EVENTS COMING SOON!
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We have previously owned Brother Embroidery
machines looking for a home!
Upgrade or get started with embroidery at a fraction of
the cost of new! Several models to choose from!
Come in and take a look while the selection is at its best!
Everything you didn’t know you wanted to know about…
The History and Evolution of Purses and Handbags
Purses and handbags have their origins in early pouches used to carry seeds, religious items and
medicine. Early on, both men and women carried pouches. In the 15th century, a purse was a
traditional gift from a groom to his bride. The bags typically were elaborately embroidered with an
illustration of a love story. In New Guinea, centuries ago, both men and women carry large knit bags
which looked like nets decorated with feathers, seashells and other mementos. The more shells a
person had was a sign that they had many people who lived by the sea.
Chenoune says that the similarity between an haute couture tote and a satchel belonging to an African
witch is that both bags hold a secret of some sort. He says bags are very personal, it holds the things
you need for the day and the things you want to have, just for comfort or hobby. People began
carrying items from home when the traveled, even on short trips. Items such as a deck of cards,
knitting, a diary as well as beauty and personal items could be brought along.
Traditional wallets began as early as the 16th century, as small leather pouches which a drawstring tie
could loop through a belt. Also in the 16th century there were ‘sweet’ bags that women used often as
lavender bags to scent their handkerchiefs. Pockets, called bagges were also introduced into clothes
around the same time and allowed people to carry small personal belongings.
By the late 18th century, women’s clothing was more form fitting and pockets ere not easily
accommodated into the garment. Women began carrying small, often silk embroidered drawstring
bags or purses called reticules, or 'ridicules'. These bags often carried a handkerchief, fan, dance
card, perfume, or face powder. Reticules were smaller version of what women used to carry their
needlework. This is likely the origin of the Dorothy bag which has since emerged as shoe bags, dress
bags, laundry bags and today, gym bags.
The Victorian period brought a large variety of bags. Bags often were made to coordinate with the
outfit and were now made of many different fabrics. By the mid 1800’s, bags changed from simply
drawstring styles, to a popular flat style, that could be made in either a circular or square shape and
was generally heavily decorated with beading and needlework. Patterns and directions for making
these types of purses became popular in ladies magazines at that time.
There were also smaller versions, used as coin purses which often included a metal fastener.
By the early 20th century, women were carry bags every time they left home, even for short periods
while hats were popular accessories that began to lose popularity by the early 20th century, handbags
became increasingly popular. The success of the handbag has much to do with the fact that it has
adapted to the needs of the time. Handbags held cigarettes, sunglasses rather than seeds and
medicines. Years ago, it was ladylike to carry as little as possible. A small bag was typical. Today
women are gone from home for longer periods of time, frequently working or if not, often with
children along. The size of the typical bag has increased to meet the need. Eleanor Roosevelt is noted
as a sign of the time as a very busy and active woman herself; she carried a large leather handbag not
necessarily typical of the time.
For more information: www.thehothandbag.com
Bill’s Sewing is now an authorized dealer for
Sewing, Quilting, and Embroidery machines!
Believe in your creativity!
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Visit us for…
Bosch Kitchen Machines
Complete your kitchen with a mixer and
accessories that help you be more
creative and bring out the gourmet cook
in you. Do more…with more.
Bosch Kitchen
Machines
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We’ll Keep You In Stitches!
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JOIN US FOR PLEASANTVIEW DAYS
SATURDAY, MARCH 28 AND SAVE ON
RICCAR VACS!
SALE DATES: March 16 – 28, 2015!
We have Vacs!
Riccar Vacs are made in the USA, I n St. James, MO
The focus for Riccar is quality not quantity.
Try out a Riccar and see the difference for yourself.
You don’t have to see the dirt to know that it’s working properly. Come in and see the
wide selection available and just how remarkable this
vacuum cleaner is.
The service techs repair and service many types of vacs.
We also carry a large selection of vac bags, belts & filters for many different brands
& models of vacs.
We also have vacuums by Panasonic!
It’s worth the short drive to Bill’s Sewing Center in the Pleasantview shopping
area to see for yourself what we have to offer in sales and service for your
sewing and vac needs!