Clubs & Creative Classes
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015
Clubs & Creative Classes Kids/Teen Club
Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 pm You can sign up for ANY 2 week session. Each student will make each project in order. After you have finished these three projects you can pick your own project (with the help of the teacher) Project 1: Pillow case & Zipper Bag Project 2: Lounge (pajama) pants Project 3: Lunch Tote Bag • Thurs, April 16 & 23 • Thurs, April 30 & May 7 • Thurs, May 14 & 21 • Thurs, May 28 & June 4 • Thurs, June 11 & 18 • Thurs, June 25 & July 2 Class Fee $35 per session, includes pattern. Instructor: Jo Barley
Teen/Young Adult Club Tuesdays, 4-6pm Teens and Young Adults....this class is for YOU! Learn to sew more complicated projects with a teachers reassurance and guidance! Pick a project and get the help you need! This class must have teacher approval before signing up. Students must have basic sewing skills and be motivated to finish a more complicated project. Some homework required. • Tues, April 21 & 28 • Tues, May 5 & 12 • May 19 & 26 • Tues, June 2 & 9 • June 16 & 23 Class Fee: $35/session, Instructor: Jo Barley Machine Embroidery Club
Learn more about your embroidery machine, hooping and stabilizing techniques. Althea will teach you creative ways to use embroidery. Receive a design with each class. • Thur, April 21 1:00 - 3:00pm – Cross-Stitch • Tues May 19 1:00 - 3:00pm - Couching • Thur, May 21 10:00 – Noon - Couching • Tues, June 16 1:00 - 3:00pm – Bouquet of Flowers • Thur, June 18 10:00 - Noon – Bouquet of Flowers Class Fee: $15 (Free if you bought your machine at The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Althea Richling
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Me, Mommy & My doll - preview
This is a FREE class for the young sewing enthusiast to try with her adult helper. Students will be making a drawstring bag. All supplies will be provided, including a machine to use. • Sat, May 30 10am - Noon Class Fee: Free (all supplies are provided), Instructor: Jo Barley
Me, Mommy & My doll
Sewing for the 18" Doll by the young person and an adult (Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Grandma, Grandpa, special someone.) This class is a BEGINNING sewing class for the young doll owner. Age recommendation is 7+ years of age. The adult must attend the class with the young sewer as their assistant. • Session 1: Sat, April 4, 11, 18: 10am - Noon Skirt, Top and purse • Session 2: Sat, April 25, May 2, May 9: 10amNoon • Sleeping bag, Pillow case for girl and pillowcase and face mask for doll. • Session 3: Sat, Jun 6, 13, 20: 10am - Noon Skirt, Top and purse • Session 4: Sat, Ju1 11, 18, 25: 10am-Noon Sleeping bag, Pillow case for girl and pillowcase and face mask for doll. Class Fee: $35/session - purchase of book is required if not already owned, Instructor: Jo Barley
Foot Fever Fridays
Learn a different foot or accessory for your Husqvarna Viking or Pfaff sewing machine. • Fri, April 24 5:30 - 7pm Piping Foot • Fri, May 22 5:30 - 7pm Guided Feet • Fri, June 26 5:30 - 7pm Hemmer Feet • Fri, July 24 5:30 - 7pm Ribbons, Beads and couching feet • Fri, Aug 28 5:30 - 7pm Walking Foot Class Fee: FREE, Instructor: Michelle Schneider
Ruler of the Month
Learn a different ruler and techniques how to make blocks each month. • June 1st 5:30-7 - Flying Geese • July 6th 5:30-7 - strip sets • Aug 3rd 5:30-7 - triangle in a square Class Fee: FREE, Instructor: Michelle Schneider
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015 Free-Motion Club
This free motion club is only for DOMESTIC MACHINES. You will learn how to begin and how to move. Creating texture following the lines on printed panels. Start with the basics and learn how to move in a free-motion fashion. So Do-Able! Small practice sessions to learn how to tune your free motion quilting skills. • Mon, April 27 10am - Noon: Beginning 101 • Mon, May 25 10am - Noon: Basic tear drops • Mon, June 29 10am - Noon: Triangles and more points Class Fee: $15 (free if you bought your machine from The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Staff
Designer's Seminar
Push the limits of your software knowledge. Become a designer with lots of tricks and tips. This is an ADVANCED class and should only be taken if you have a firm understanding of the basic software before attempting this class. 6D Premier or TruEmbroidery 3 are required for this class. • Mon, April 20 10am- Noon: Scanner to embroidery • Sat, April 25 10am - Noon: Photo Stitching • Mon, May 18 10am - Noon: Creating zippered and quilted bags in the hoop • Sat, May 30 10am - Noon: Working with "Bonus Designs" • Mon, June 15 10am - Noon: Creating embroidered dolls in the hoop (part 1) • Sat, June 27 10am - Noon: Creating embroidered dolls in the hoop (part 2) Class Fee: $20 (FREE if you purchased your software at The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Royal Stitchers Club
For the "Royalties": Diamonds, Sensations, Rubies and Performances. This class is just for you. Learn a little more about the use of your machine with these fun projects! • Fri, May 22: 10am - Noon zippered bags in the hoop • Fri, Jun 26: 10am - Noon (Pfaff Creative Sensation Pro only) Ribbon Work bag • Fri, Jul 31: 10am - Noon (Viking Diamond Royale only) Dimensional Stitches Towels Class Fee: $15/session (free if you bought your machine from The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Melissa Mangan
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Scrap Basket Club
New projects every month to use up those fabric scraps you have been saving up for years! • Sat, May 9 4-6PM – Scrap Basket tote • Sat, June 13 4-6PM – 2,3,4 Quilt • Sat, July 11 4-6PM –Chenille Potholder Class Fee: $15, Instructors: Karen Groves, Sue Lynd and Katie Roth
Serger Club
Learn how to use your serger for more than rolled edges and seams! Each month will utilize a different technique and help you think of ways you can do MORE with your serger! • Fri, May 8 10am - Noon: Recycle bag (4-thread) • Fri, June 12 10am - Noon: Feet, Feet, Feet Bag (accessory feet required) • Fri, July 10 10am - Noon: Quilt as you go serger table runner (3-thread function required) • Fri, Aug 21 10am- Noon: Sashiko Tablerunner (chainstitch function required) Class Fee: $15 (FREE if you purchased your serger from The Sewing Circle.), Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Software Club
Learn to make designs for use in your embroidery machine. • Wed, May 13 10am - Noon: Using Encore to create fun coasters • Wed, Jun 10 10am - Noon: Creating Monograms • Wed, Jul 8 10am - Noon: Making Endless designs • Wed, Aug 12 10am - Noon: Splitting large Designs (Design Aligner required) Class Fee: $15 (FREE if you purchased your software from The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Michelle Schneider or Melissa Mangan
UFO (UnFinished Objects)
Join us for a potluck, socializing and sewing together! What a fun way to spend an evening. Finish up a few of those Unfinished Objects with others around to help or give suggestions. Everyone in the UFO is the expert at something! • Fri, May 1, 15, June 5, 19, July 3, 17, Aug 7, 21: 5-10pm Class Fee: $5, Host: Staff
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015
Blocks of the Month Block of the Month #1: Hoopsisters 2015: Sewn Seeds (Machine Embroidered Blocks in the hoop)
Wed, May 20, Jun 17, Jul 15, Aug 19, Sep 16, Oct 21, Nov 18 10am - 1pm. Class Fee: $175, Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Block of the Month #4: Sparkling Gems/Vintage Remembrance (Pieced)
Each block is 15 inches square. Both quilts measure 96” x 114” which make them bed ready. The Block of the Month program is a 12 month program. Each month we will send you the pattern and fabric to complete each block. The quilt itself contains 12 monthly blocks. Then we have borders and the unique border block.
Block of the Month #2: Full Bloom (Applique w/Free motion)
A beautiful way to enjoy batik fabrics and applique. This wonderful BOM utilizes a "glue" baste method and free-motion "thread painting".
Sat, May 9, Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14: 10am - Noon Class Fee: $99 (includes pattern & instructions), Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Block of the Month #3: Fiesta de Talavera (Machine embroidered)
This traditional quilt design from By Annie offers a beautiful setting for twelve classic, 15" sampler blocks. Set on a contrasting background these jewel-tone, traditionally pieced blocks float over the quilt with a fresh, crisp feel. The finished quilt measures 96" x 114".
Thu, May 7, Jun 4, Jul 2, Aug 6, Sep 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3: 6-8:30 pm Class Fee: $75 (includes pattern), Instructor: Roselyn Cutler
Needle Notes: Needles should be changed every 8-10 hours of use. Your best stitching will occur when a fresh needle is being used! Be sure to use the correct needle for the type of fabric you are sewing!
Sat, May 9, Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12 3:30-5:30pm Class Fee: $99 (Embroideries included in class fee), Instructor: Roselyn Cutler
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Buy two packs of needles, get one free with this coupon! expires 7/31/15
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015
Creative Classes Adult Garment Sewing
Sewing garments can sometimes be difficult because of the "fitting". Let Jo help take the stress out of all the steps. • Tue, Apri 14, 21, 28, May 5 6:30 - 8:30pm • Tue, May 12, 19, 26, Jun 2 6:30 - 8:30 pm Class Fee: $75, Instructor: Jo Barley
Bears, Bears and MORE Bears
Make the cutest bear from scraps or fleece. Pattern is provided • Session 1: Thurs, June 11 9:30am-3pm Class Fee: $30 (includes pattern), Instructor: Pat Moore
Beginning Quilting 101: Squares & Rectangles
Select your own colors, learn to cut and assemble a simple beginning quilt! • Tues, June 9, 16, 23 Class Fee: $45 (includes pattern: Oklahoma Pattern), Instructor: Michelle Schneider
Beginning Quilting 102: Everything Triangles
Learn ONE block and make one of 6 different quilts you can make! Make a quilt top in ONE day. Many different designs can be made with this ONE block wonder!!! • Tues May 12, 19, 26 10am - Noon Class Fee $45, Instructor: Jan Weber
Beginning Quilting 103: Panels make it easy
Learn how to take a set of panels and create a quick and fun quilt by adding sashings and borders. • Mon, June 1, 8, 15 1-3PM Class Fee: $45, Instructor: Michelle Weatherly
Borders & Bindings, the correct way!
Learn how to create simple to complex sashings, borders and bindings. Multiple borders and sashings, square and mitered during lesson one. Bindings during lesson two. • Sat, May 16 & 23 9:30-Noon Class Fee: $25, Instructor: Jan Weber
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Ruffled Apron on your Serger
This adorable 4tiered ruffled apron is made entirely with your serger. We will be playing with several types of stitches, like rolled hems, flatlock stitches, and ever gathering. You will have sew much fun making these, you will want to make them for everyone you know! • Fri, May 8, 1-4pm • Tues, June 9, 9:30-12:30 Class fee: $25, Instructor: Cindi Young
Beginning Quilting 104: Jelly Roll Quilt
A fun variation of the fastest jelly roll quilt. Try this quilt out if you enjoy fast and fun. This is not a traditional Jelly Roll quilt. • Sat, May 23 & 30 4-6PM Class fee: $45, Instructor: Lena Sikorski
Beginning Quilting 105: T-shirt Quilt
T-shirt quilts are a fun way to preserve some of your favorite shirts. Kids love these quilts made with their special shirts. • Fri, May 22 & 29 1-3PM Class Fee: $45, Instructor: Pat Moore
Cup of Tea Table Runner
Tea Pot Table Runner made with 60* Triangle Template. This makes for a wonderful quick gift! • Sat, June 6 3:30-5:30pm Class fee: $20, Instructor: Cindy Edwards
Dual Image Applique
Make a great dual image applique bag or quilt by sewing once, using twice. Learning the technique of Dual Image applique. • Sat, May 23 9:30-Noon Class Fee: $48, Instructor: Sue Lynd
Faux Bargello
True to its name, only two fabrics required! This pattern only requires one gradated ombre fabric and one coordinating print to create this stunning bargello wall hanging. What a fast way to make a stunning "Faux" Bargello! Use one of our great NEW Ombre' fabrics and make it a SNAP! • Wed, June 3, 10, 17 1-3pm Class Fee: $65 (includes the pattern), Instructor: Carol Mancuso
Fun & Done Quilting
Super fun and easy quilt as you go & finish table runner to a twin size quilt on your own machine! • Thurs, April 23 & May 7 6-8PM Cost: $40, Instructor: Sue Lynd
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015 Gemini Quilt
The (VERY) Organized Wallet
Happy Baby Quilt
Voyager Quilt
A fast and fun quilt that’s great for a beginner and enjoyable for a more experienced quilter. • Thurs, April 30 & May 7 10AM-Noon Class Fee: $20 (includes pattern), Instructor: Roselyn Cutler Learn to make perfect half-square triangles in this beginner-friendly class. We'll cover all the quilting basics so that you can really finish our bright and cheery baby quilt. • Sat, May 2 & 16 3:30-5:30 Class Fee: $40, Instructor: Rita Van Dyne
Mondo/Midi Bag
A super large bag to carry EVERYTHING! Perfectlymatched seams, easy construction, roomy, comfortable bag using Quiltsmart grid interfacing technique. Bag bottom is about 10" square with 17"-tall sides. • Wed, April 22 & 29 10-Noon Class Fee: $25, Instructor: Michelle Schneider
Sassy Little Apron
Quick, cute and fun to make and perfect for anyone! These make wonderful matching sets. • Fri, April 24 9:30-12:30 Class Fee: $10, Instructor: Roselyn Cutler
Split Diamond Table-topper & Placemats
The table-toppers, placemats and even the apron can be made from this one simple pattern. Once again, keep it when finished or make it for a house-warming gift. • Tues June 2 & 16 10AM-Noon Class Fee: $25 (pattern included in class fee), Instructor: Jan Weber
Tubular Baskets
Learn to make a standing basket that squishes down flat. • Session 1: Tues, April 14 & 28 2-4pm • Session 2: Thurs June 11 & 25 6-8pm Cost: $40, Instructor: Cindi Young
Twisters
Make a fun twister heart for your loved ones! After learning the method, there are many others you can create: Wreaths, Christmas trees, cats, dogs.... • Thur, May 14 & 21 6-8PM Class Fee: $45, Instructor: Rita VanDyne
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Make this VERY organized wallet with the help of the pattern designer! Make one for yourself, many as gifts...... • Tues April 28 & May 5 10AM-Noon Class Fee: $30, Instructor: Mary Louise Gerek
Learn to sew seams a new way in this very quick and easy quilt. • Mon, April 20 & 27 1-3PM Class Fee: $20 (includes pattern), Instructor: Michelle Weatherly
Wrapped Basket and Bags
Make a fun clothesline fabric rolled Basket or Tote. Easy new method with lots of fun! Learn how to put handles and flowers on your basket if you have made them before. • Friday, June 5 & 12 2-4PM Class Fee: $20, Instructor: Pat Moore
Tuffets: Little Miss Muffet, sat on her Tuffet!
Make your own version of our fun Tuffet! Once you have made one, you will want to make more! • Session 1: Wed, May 6 2-6pm, May 20 3-6pm, May 27 3-6 • Session 2: Sat, Jun 27 2-6pm, Jul 18 3-6pm, Aug 1 3-6pm Class Fee: $25 +Supplies (10% off all class supplies), Instructor: Staff
Painting with Fabric Ink: Enhancing your quilting
Have you ever wondered why we spend so much time picking a fun quilting design and then when done, can't see it? Try enhancing it with Ink! • Session 1: May 18 & 25 2-5pm • Session 2: Jun 3, 10 & 17 6-8pm • Session 2: Jun 22 & 29 2-5pm Class Fee: $20 + Supplies, Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Hoopsisters & Block of the Month Worksessions:
If you are working on one of our Block of the Months or Hoopsisters, join us on a monthly worksession - FREE! • Sun, May 31, Jun 28 Noon - 4pm Class Fee: FREE if attending any of our BOM's. Instructor: Staff
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
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Class dates and times are subject to change based on weather conditions and staffing. Please call 970-672-2147 to sign up and verify the correct times. Payment is required at the time of class registration. Class supplies should be purchased at The Sewing Circle whenever possible. We appreciate your patronage. Your purchases help us stay in business. Students purchases for the class and other purchases the day of class are 10% OFF Class materials must be purchased in advance of class. If fabric must be washed, ironed, or cut prior to class, no class time will be available to prepare fabric. Cancellation policy: Cancellations more than 24 hours in advance will be credited to an upcoming class. If the cancellation is the day of the class or the student does not attend class, no refund or credit will be given. Come early to get the machine set up and supplies ready for class. Class minimum = 1 student. Store has the right to cancel due to weather or health of instructor. Your instructor will provide you the best experience possible. Please refrain from bringing children or visitors to class so that your teacher can provide the best for all attending. We have a limited number of machines in the classroom for classes you may be taking. If you are expecting to use one of the classroom machines, please let us know in advance.
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Please bring your own specialty needles, feet, bobbins, rotary cutter, rulers, scissors, thread and other accessories.
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Refund within 10 days for store credit. No refunds after 10 days. Software books, patterns and fabric are non-refundable or returnable. Machine repairs are warranted for 30 days after repair. Returned check fee is $35 Special orders require payment in full at time of order. One discount per purchase. Private Lessons are available at a rate of $25 per hour with our instructors. $50 fee with Melissa, our owner. Call the shop to schedule a lesson.
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Spring 2015
Clubs & Creative Classes Kids/Teen Club
Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 pm You can sign up for ANY 2 week session. Each student will make each project in order. After you have finished these three projects you can pick your own project (with the help of the teacher) Project 1: Pillow case & Zipper Bag Project 2: Lounge (pajama) pants Project 3: Lunch Tote Bag • Thurs, April 16 & 23 • Thurs, April 30 & May 7 • Thurs, May 14 & 21 • Thurs, May 28 & June 4 • Thurs, June 11 & 18 • Thurs, June 25 & July 2 Class Fee $35 per session, includes pattern. Instructor: Jo Barley
Teen/Young Adult Club Tuesdays, 4-6pm Teens and Young Adults....this class is for YOU! Learn to sew more complicated projects with a teachers reassurance and guidance! Pick a project and get the help you need! This class must have teacher approval before signing up. Students must have basic sewing skills and be motivated to finish a more complicated project. Some homework required. • Tues, April 21 & 28 • Tues, May 5 & 12 • May 19 & 26 • Tues, June 2 & 9 • June 16 & 23 Class Fee: $35/session, Instructor: Jo Barley Machine Embroidery Club
Learn more about your embroidery machine, hooping and stabilizing techniques. Althea will teach you creative ways to use embroidery. Receive a design with each class. • Thur, April 21 1:00 - 3:00pm – Cross-Stitch • Tues May 19 1:00 - 3:00pm - Couching • Thur, May 21 10:00 – Noon - Couching • Tues, June 16 1:00 - 3:00pm – Bouquet of Flowers • Thur, June 18 10:00 - Noon – Bouquet of Flowers Class Fee: $15 (Free if you bought your machine at The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Althea Richling
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Me, Mommy & My doll - preview
This is a FREE class for the young sewing enthusiast to try with her adult helper. Students will be making a drawstring bag. All supplies will be provided, including a machine to use. • Sat, May 30 10am - Noon Class Fee: Free (all supplies are provided), Instructor: Jo Barley
Me, Mommy & My doll
Sewing for the 18" Doll by the young person and an adult (Mom, Dad, Aunt, Uncle, Grandma, Grandpa, special someone.) This class is a BEGINNING sewing class for the young doll owner. Age recommendation is 7+ years of age. The adult must attend the class with the young sewer as their assistant. • Session 1: Sat, April 4, 11, 18: 10am - Noon Skirt, Top and purse • Session 2: Sat, April 25, May 2, May 9: 10amNoon • Sleeping bag, Pillow case for girl and pillowcase and face mask for doll. • Session 3: Sat, Jun 6, 13, 20: 10am - Noon Skirt, Top and purse • Session 4: Sat, Ju1 11, 18, 25: 10am-Noon Sleeping bag, Pillow case for girl and pillowcase and face mask for doll. Class Fee: $35/session - purchase of book is required if not already owned, Instructor: Jo Barley
Foot Fever Fridays
Learn a different foot or accessory for your Husqvarna Viking or Pfaff sewing machine. • Fri, April 24 5:30 - 7pm Piping Foot • Fri, May 22 5:30 - 7pm Guided Feet • Fri, June 26 5:30 - 7pm Hemmer Feet • Fri, July 24 5:30 - 7pm Ribbons, Beads and couching feet • Fri, Aug 28 5:30 - 7pm Walking Foot Class Fee: FREE, Instructor: Michelle Schneider
Ruler of the Month
Learn a different ruler and techniques how to make blocks each month. • June 1st 5:30-7 - Flying Geese • July 6th 5:30-7 - strip sets • Aug 3rd 5:30-7 - triangle in a square Class Fee: FREE, Instructor: Michelle Schneider
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015 Free-Motion Club
This free motion club is only for DOMESTIC MACHINES. You will learn how to begin and how to move. Creating texture following the lines on printed panels. Start with the basics and learn how to move in a free-motion fashion. So Do-Able! Small practice sessions to learn how to tune your free motion quilting skills. • Mon, April 27 10am - Noon: Beginning 101 • Mon, May 25 10am - Noon: Basic tear drops • Mon, June 29 10am - Noon: Triangles and more points Class Fee: $15 (free if you bought your machine from The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Staff
Designer's Seminar
Push the limits of your software knowledge. Become a designer with lots of tricks and tips. This is an ADVANCED class and should only be taken if you have a firm understanding of the basic software before attempting this class. 6D Premier or TruEmbroidery 3 are required for this class. • Mon, April 20 10am- Noon: Scanner to embroidery • Sat, April 25 10am - Noon: Photo Stitching • Mon, May 18 10am - Noon: Creating zippered and quilted bags in the hoop • Sat, May 30 10am - Noon: Working with "Bonus Designs" • Mon, June 15 10am - Noon: Creating embroidered dolls in the hoop (part 1) • Sat, June 27 10am - Noon: Creating embroidered dolls in the hoop (part 2) Class Fee: $20 (FREE if you purchased your software at The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Royal Stitchers Club
For the "Royalties": Diamonds, Sensations, Rubies and Performances. This class is just for you. Learn a little more about the use of your machine with these fun projects! • Fri, May 22: 10am - Noon zippered bags in the hoop • Fri, Jun 26: 10am - Noon (Pfaff Creative Sensation Pro only) Ribbon Work bag • Fri, Jul 31: 10am - Noon (Viking Diamond Royale only) Dimensional Stitches Towels Class Fee: $15/session (free if you bought your machine from The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Melissa Mangan
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Scrap Basket Club
New projects every month to use up those fabric scraps you have been saving up for years! • Sat, May 9 4-6PM – Scrap Basket tote • Sat, June 13 4-6PM – 2,3,4 Quilt • Sat, July 11 4-6PM –Chenille Potholder Class Fee: $15, Instructors: Karen Groves, Sue Lynd and Katie Roth
Serger Club
Learn how to use your serger for more than rolled edges and seams! Each month will utilize a different technique and help you think of ways you can do MORE with your serger! • Fri, May 8 10am - Noon: Recycle bag (4-thread) • Fri, June 12 10am - Noon: Feet, Feet, Feet Bag (accessory feet required) • Fri, July 10 10am - Noon: Quilt as you go serger table runner (3-thread function required) • Fri, Aug 21 10am- Noon: Sashiko Tablerunner (chainstitch function required) Class Fee: $15 (FREE if you purchased your serger from The Sewing Circle.), Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Software Club
Learn to make designs for use in your embroidery machine. • Wed, May 13 10am - Noon: Using Encore to create fun coasters • Wed, Jun 10 10am - Noon: Creating Monograms • Wed, Jul 8 10am - Noon: Making Endless designs • Wed, Aug 12 10am - Noon: Splitting large Designs (Design Aligner required) Class Fee: $15 (FREE if you purchased your software from The Sewing Circle), Instructor: Michelle Schneider or Melissa Mangan
UFO (UnFinished Objects)
Join us for a potluck, socializing and sewing together! What a fun way to spend an evening. Finish up a few of those Unfinished Objects with others around to help or give suggestions. Everyone in the UFO is the expert at something! • Fri, May 1, 15, June 5, 19, July 3, 17, Aug 7, 21: 5-10pm Class Fee: $5, Host: Staff
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015
Blocks of the Month Block of the Month #1: Hoopsisters 2015: Sewn Seeds (Machine Embroidered Blocks in the hoop)
Wed, May 20, Jun 17, Jul 15, Aug 19, Sep 16, Oct 21, Nov 18 10am - 1pm. Class Fee: $175, Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Block of the Month #4: Sparkling Gems/Vintage Remembrance (Pieced)
Each block is 15 inches square. Both quilts measure 96” x 114” which make them bed ready. The Block of the Month program is a 12 month program. Each month we will send you the pattern and fabric to complete each block. The quilt itself contains 12 monthly blocks. Then we have borders and the unique border block.
Block of the Month #2: Full Bloom (Applique w/Free motion)
A beautiful way to enjoy batik fabrics and applique. This wonderful BOM utilizes a "glue" baste method and free-motion "thread painting".
Sat, May 9, Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14: 10am - Noon Class Fee: $99 (includes pattern & instructions), Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Block of the Month #3: Fiesta de Talavera (Machine embroidered)
This traditional quilt design from By Annie offers a beautiful setting for twelve classic, 15" sampler blocks. Set on a contrasting background these jewel-tone, traditionally pieced blocks float over the quilt with a fresh, crisp feel. The finished quilt measures 96" x 114".
Thu, May 7, Jun 4, Jul 2, Aug 6, Sep 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3: 6-8:30 pm Class Fee: $75 (includes pattern), Instructor: Roselyn Cutler
Needle Notes: Needles should be changed every 8-10 hours of use. Your best stitching will occur when a fresh needle is being used! Be sure to use the correct needle for the type of fabric you are sewing!
Sat, May 9, Jun 13, Jul 11, Aug 8, Sep 12, Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12 3:30-5:30pm Class Fee: $99 (Embroideries included in class fee), Instructor: Roselyn Cutler
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Buy two packs of needles, get one free with this coupon! expires 7/31/15
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015
Creative Classes Adult Garment Sewing
Sewing garments can sometimes be difficult because of the "fitting". Let Jo help take the stress out of all the steps. • Tue, Apri 14, 21, 28, May 5 6:30 - 8:30pm • Tue, May 12, 19, 26, Jun 2 6:30 - 8:30 pm Class Fee: $75, Instructor: Jo Barley
Bears, Bears and MORE Bears
Make the cutest bear from scraps or fleece. Pattern is provided • Session 1: Thurs, June 11 9:30am-3pm Class Fee: $30 (includes pattern), Instructor: Pat Moore
Beginning Quilting 101: Squares & Rectangles
Select your own colors, learn to cut and assemble a simple beginning quilt! • Tues, June 9, 16, 23 Class Fee: $45 (includes pattern: Oklahoma Pattern), Instructor: Michelle Schneider
Beginning Quilting 102: Everything Triangles
Learn ONE block and make one of 6 different quilts you can make! Make a quilt top in ONE day. Many different designs can be made with this ONE block wonder!!! • Tues May 12, 19, 26 10am - Noon Class Fee $45, Instructor: Jan Weber
Beginning Quilting 103: Panels make it easy
Learn how to take a set of panels and create a quick and fun quilt by adding sashings and borders. • Mon, June 1, 8, 15 1-3PM Class Fee: $45, Instructor: Michelle Weatherly
Borders & Bindings, the correct way!
Learn how to create simple to complex sashings, borders and bindings. Multiple borders and sashings, square and mitered during lesson one. Bindings during lesson two. • Sat, May 16 & 23 9:30-Noon Class Fee: $25, Instructor: Jan Weber
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Ruffled Apron on your Serger
This adorable 4tiered ruffled apron is made entirely with your serger. We will be playing with several types of stitches, like rolled hems, flatlock stitches, and ever gathering. You will have sew much fun making these, you will want to make them for everyone you know! • Fri, May 8, 1-4pm • Tues, June 9, 9:30-12:30 Class fee: $25, Instructor: Cindi Young
Beginning Quilting 104: Jelly Roll Quilt
A fun variation of the fastest jelly roll quilt. Try this quilt out if you enjoy fast and fun. This is not a traditional Jelly Roll quilt. • Sat, May 23 & 30 4-6PM Class fee: $45, Instructor: Lena Sikorski
Beginning Quilting 105: T-shirt Quilt
T-shirt quilts are a fun way to preserve some of your favorite shirts. Kids love these quilts made with their special shirts. • Fri, May 22 & 29 1-3PM Class Fee: $45, Instructor: Pat Moore
Cup of Tea Table Runner
Tea Pot Table Runner made with 60* Triangle Template. This makes for a wonderful quick gift! • Sat, June 6 3:30-5:30pm Class fee: $20, Instructor: Cindy Edwards
Dual Image Applique
Make a great dual image applique bag or quilt by sewing once, using twice. Learning the technique of Dual Image applique. • Sat, May 23 9:30-Noon Class Fee: $48, Instructor: Sue Lynd
Faux Bargello
True to its name, only two fabrics required! This pattern only requires one gradated ombre fabric and one coordinating print to create this stunning bargello wall hanging. What a fast way to make a stunning "Faux" Bargello! Use one of our great NEW Ombre' fabrics and make it a SNAP! • Wed, June 3, 10, 17 1-3pm Class Fee: $65 (includes the pattern), Instructor: Carol Mancuso
Fun & Done Quilting
Super fun and easy quilt as you go & finish table runner to a twin size quilt on your own machine! • Thurs, April 23 & May 7 6-8PM Cost: $40, Instructor: Sue Lynd
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
Spring 2015 Gemini Quilt
The (VERY) Organized Wallet
Happy Baby Quilt
Voyager Quilt
A fast and fun quilt that’s great for a beginner and enjoyable for a more experienced quilter. • Thurs, April 30 & May 7 10AM-Noon Class Fee: $20 (includes pattern), Instructor: Roselyn Cutler Learn to make perfect half-square triangles in this beginner-friendly class. We'll cover all the quilting basics so that you can really finish our bright and cheery baby quilt. • Sat, May 2 & 16 3:30-5:30 Class Fee: $40, Instructor: Rita Van Dyne
Mondo/Midi Bag
A super large bag to carry EVERYTHING! Perfectlymatched seams, easy construction, roomy, comfortable bag using Quiltsmart grid interfacing technique. Bag bottom is about 10" square with 17"-tall sides. • Wed, April 22 & 29 10-Noon Class Fee: $25, Instructor: Michelle Schneider
Sassy Little Apron
Quick, cute and fun to make and perfect for anyone! These make wonderful matching sets. • Fri, April 24 9:30-12:30 Class Fee: $10, Instructor: Roselyn Cutler
Split Diamond Table-topper & Placemats
The table-toppers, placemats and even the apron can be made from this one simple pattern. Once again, keep it when finished or make it for a house-warming gift. • Tues June 2 & 16 10AM-Noon Class Fee: $25 (pattern included in class fee), Instructor: Jan Weber
Tubular Baskets
Learn to make a standing basket that squishes down flat. • Session 1: Tues, April 14 & 28 2-4pm • Session 2: Thurs June 11 & 25 6-8pm Cost: $40, Instructor: Cindi Young
Twisters
Make a fun twister heart for your loved ones! After learning the method, there are many others you can create: Wreaths, Christmas trees, cats, dogs.... • Thur, May 14 & 21 6-8PM Class Fee: $45, Instructor: Rita VanDyne
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Make this VERY organized wallet with the help of the pattern designer! Make one for yourself, many as gifts...... • Tues April 28 & May 5 10AM-Noon Class Fee: $30, Instructor: Mary Louise Gerek
Learn to sew seams a new way in this very quick and easy quilt. • Mon, April 20 & 27 1-3PM Class Fee: $20 (includes pattern), Instructor: Michelle Weatherly
Wrapped Basket and Bags
Make a fun clothesline fabric rolled Basket or Tote. Easy new method with lots of fun! Learn how to put handles and flowers on your basket if you have made them before. • Friday, June 5 & 12 2-4PM Class Fee: $20, Instructor: Pat Moore
Tuffets: Little Miss Muffet, sat on her Tuffet!
Make your own version of our fun Tuffet! Once you have made one, you will want to make more! • Session 1: Wed, May 6 2-6pm, May 20 3-6pm, May 27 3-6 • Session 2: Sat, Jun 27 2-6pm, Jul 18 3-6pm, Aug 1 3-6pm Class Fee: $25 +Supplies (10% off all class supplies), Instructor: Staff
Painting with Fabric Ink: Enhancing your quilting
Have you ever wondered why we spend so much time picking a fun quilting design and then when done, can't see it? Try enhancing it with Ink! • Session 1: May 18 & 25 2-5pm • Session 2: Jun 3, 10 & 17 6-8pm • Session 2: Jun 22 & 29 2-5pm Class Fee: $20 + Supplies, Instructor: Melissa Mangan
Hoopsisters & Block of the Month Worksessions:
If you are working on one of our Block of the Months or Hoopsisters, join us on a monthly worksession - FREE! • Sun, May 31, Jun 28 Noon - 4pm Class Fee: FREE if attending any of our BOM's. Instructor: Staff
2948 Council Tree Ave, Suite 107, Fort Collins, CO 80525 NE Corner of the SuperTarget building in Front Range Village 970-672-2147 www.the-sewingcircle.com
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Class dates and times are subject to change based on weather conditions and staffing. Please call 970-672-2147 to sign up and verify the correct times. Payment is required at the time of class registration. Class supplies should be purchased at The Sewing Circle whenever possible. We appreciate your patronage. Your purchases help us stay in business. Students purchases for the class and other purchases the day of class are 10% OFF Class materials must be purchased in advance of class. If fabric must be washed, ironed, or cut prior to class, no class time will be available to prepare fabric. Cancellation policy: Cancellations more than 24 hours in advance will be credited to an upcoming class. If the cancellation is the day of the class or the student does not attend class, no refund or credit will be given. Come early to get the machine set up and supplies ready for class. Class minimum = 1 student. Store has the right to cancel due to weather or health of instructor. Your instructor will provide you the best experience possible. Please refrain from bringing children or visitors to class so that your teacher can provide the best for all attending. We have a limited number of machines in the classroom for classes you may be taking. If you are expecting to use one of the classroom machines, please let us know in advance.
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Refund within 10 days for store credit. No refunds after 10 days. Software books, patterns and fabric are non-refundable or returnable. Machine repairs are warranted for 30 days after repair. Returned check fee is $35 Special orders require payment in full at time of order. One discount per purchase. Private Lessons are available at a rate of $25 per hour with our instructors. $50 fee with Melissa, our owner. Call the shop to schedule a lesson.
Customer Loyalty Program No card to fill out, no receipts to save….Our computer system will award you $25 of credit you’re your purchases have totaled $300. Enjoy the credit with our thanks for your support!
