EVENTS & CLASSES
E V E NTS & C L A SSES
JA NUA RY - MARCH 2 0 1 7 IS S UE
In This Issue 3 Sewing & Quilting Classes 5
Specialty Classes
5 Embroidery Classes 6
Cameo Classes
7
BERNINA & Bernette Machine Training Classes
9
January Calendar
10 February Calendar 11 March Calendar 12 Policies & Information 14 ASC Quilt Club
Clubs & Guilds SOUTHERN BELLES CHAPTER OF THE SMOCKING ART GUILD Smocking Art Guild meets 2nd Tuesday of each month 6pm - 8pm. No Experience Necessary. Come join us for this fun evening of laughter and learning!
QUILTS OF VALOR Garden City chapter of Quilts of Valor meets and sews on the 3rd Monday of each month from 10am to 3pm.
AUGUSTA MODERN QUILT GUILD The Augusta Modern Quilt Guild meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6pm. ALL who are interested are welcome, even if you are a beginning sewist!
come see us
east
FEB R U A RY 23 - 26, 2017
Savannah International Trade & Convention Center
every monday
GUILD
20
D I S C O U N T D AY
%
OFF
just let us know which guild you belong to! Excludes BERNINA products
BOOTH 201 & 205 Augusta Sewing Center partnering with BERNINA
Sewing & Quilting Classes GET TO KNOW YOUR SERGER
VALENTINE PLACEMAT
If your new serger has you baffled, sign up for this informative class series. Each class builds and expands on the previous one to help conquer your intimidation. The first section will focus on parts of the machine, threading, and basic use. Next you will learn the secrets of ruffles and rolled hems. Finally, you will tackle working with knits. This class will include lecture, demonstrations, and handson learning. This is not a BERNINA machine training class, but a general serger knowledge class.
Use your Cameo and your sewing machine to make a LOVEly placemat perfect for dinner with your sweetheart. Class Fee: $40 (supplies additional) Date & Time: Tuesday, January 31st 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Date & Time: Tuesdays, January 10th, 17th and 24th 9:30am - 12:30pm
COOKIE SWAP & ONE HOUR BASKET We love cookies! We love sewing! Why not enjoy both? Participants in this class will bring two dozen of their favorite cookies to share; during class we will sew a super-popular One Hour Basket to take home filled with delicious cookies. (unless we eat them all!) It’s a class. It’s a party. You don’t want to miss this one! Class Fee: $20 (basket supplies additional) Date & Time: Saturday, February 4th 10:00am - 12:00pm
BEGINNER SEWING
Class Fee: $150 (includes pattern, fabric kit, and basic sewing supplies)
Date & Time: Thursdays, January 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th 9:30am - 12:30pm Mondays, March 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th 5:30pm - 8:30p
Have fun sewing a cheerful new cover for your sewing machine using this great pattern from two kwik quilters. In addition the pattern includes instructions for a matching sewing machine mat with pockets, a zip bag, pincushion, and mini quilt. Class Fee: $50 (pattern and supplies additional) Date & Time: Saturday, February 4th 1:00pm - 5:00pm
AEROPLANE BAG
Class Fee: $100
Would you love to learn to sew but don’t know where to start? Do you need to acquaint yourself with your sewing machine, learn how to take measurements, learn to read a pattern, or learn to layout and cut your pattern? Then this is the class for you. By the end of the 4-part class, you will complete a simple pillowcase and pajama bottoms created by you, just for you! If you don’t own a sewing machine, but would love to learn the creative art of sewing, we will provide a BERNINA sewing machine for you to use during class at no additional cost.
KWIK SWIRLING STARS SEWING MACHINE COVER
SPRING OUTFIT FOR LITTLE BOYS Whether you are thinking Easter, spring and summer weddings, or maybe a special portrait, the Cameron’s Pull-On Shorts and Hang-Out Shirt from Ginger Snaps Designs is perfect for your favorite little guy. Class Fee: $65 (pattern and supplies additional) Date & Time: Saturday, March 11th 10:00am - 4:00pm
This spacious and sturdy bag is perfect to pack for a short getaway! It comes in two sizes, regular and long; you choose the size you wish to make. The Aeroplane Bag goes together easily with no hand sewing and is a great choice for beginners and experienced bag makers alike. Class Fee: $70 (pattern and supplies additional) Date & Time: Saturday, March 18th 10:00am - 5:00pm
TEE SHIRT QUILT Vacations, sports tees, school memories, fraternities, sororities, races, or camp, chances are if someone did it they have the shirt to prove it. A t-shirt quilt is the perfect solution to all those memories stuffed in the t-shirt drawer! Expert t-shirt quilter Julie Zachary will demonstrate step-by-step how to make a memory quilt. Everything you learn from making this quilt can be applied to any other t-shirt quilt. Even if you have never made a quilt before, if you can sew a straight line on a sewing machine, you can make a t-shirt quilt!
BLOCK SWAP Let’s swap! This quarter we will be making blocks with selections from Joie de Vivre, a beautiful fabric line from Art Gallery designer, Bari J. Call or stop by for details as you will not want to miss this fun quilting opportunity. Kits are limited, so come in today! Class Fee:
Class Fee: $65 (supplies additional)
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Saturday, March 25th 12p - 2:30p
Saturday, February 11th and February 18th 9:30am - 12:30pm
Specialty Classes
Cameo Classes
MONOGRAM WIZARD
DESIGNWORKS DECODED
CAMEO BASICS ONE
CAMEO PIXSCAN
If you are ready to get the most out of Monogram Wizard, join Charly, our own wizard of monogramming, for this information-packed class. You will leave with the confidence to use your software to its fullest.
With a focus on BERNINA DesignWorks Software techniques, learn ways the software can expand the creative uses of the CutWork, PaintWork and CrystalWork Tools.
Learn the basics of your Silhouette Cameo from turning it on to adding letters. Janie will also cover adjusting your blade on the cutter to ensure your project looks great every time!
Class Fee: $40
Class Fee: $15
Class Fee: $30
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Saturday, January 28th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday, February 1st 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Take your Cameo to the next level! PixScan™ technology allows you to cut precisely around any printed image or position cut lines in a specific location on your material using a camera or scanner. PixScan™ is perfect for digitizing a stamp collection or turning a handdrawn sketch into a cut job.
Date & Time: Thursday, January 19th 6:00pm - 9:00pm
SOFTWARE INSPIRATIONS
Saturday, March 4th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Class Fee: $40 Date & Time: Saturday, March 4th 10:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, March 25th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
With a focus on how to use BERNINA Embroidery Software 8, learn new software techniques and explore the tools available to take your creativity to the next level. Class Fee: $15 Date & Time: Saturday, January 28th 2:00pm - 3:30pm Saturday, February 4th 2:00pm - 3:30pm Saturday, March 25th 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Machine Embroidery Classes MACHINE EMBROIDERY 101
MACHINE APPLIQUÉ
If you got an embroidery machine over the holidays and you are not quite sure how to get started, this is the class for you! Come learn about thread, stabilizers, needles, hooping, downloading designs, and more!
This is the technique that folks who are new to machine embroidery ask questions about most! Alex is ready to take away all the mystery in this hands-on class. It is not BERNINA specific, but you do need to know basic operations of your particular machine.
Class Fee: $40 Date & Time: Wednesday, January 18th 9:30am - 12:00pm Tuesday, February 7th 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Class Fee: $40 Date & Time: Tuesday, January 31st 9:30am - 12:00pm Tuesday, February 21st 9:30am - 12:00pm Tuesday, March 21st 9:30am - 12:00pm
CAMEO BASICS 2 WITH SKETCH PENS Dive a little deeper into the software of the Cameo and learn all about splitting designs, editing, and creating! This class will build your confidence to accomplish great new things with your Cameo cutter. Learn how to make your very own stationery and home décor. The things you can do with these pens are endless! You will need basic Cameo knowledge for this class. Class Fee: $30 Date & Time: Wednesday, January 4th 4:00pm - 7:00pm Wednesday, February 15th 4:00pm - 7:00pm
CAMEO BASICS 1 & 2 Spend a full day covering the lessons from Cameo 1 and Cameo 2 classes. You will go home inspired and empowered to create! Class Fee: $60 Date & Time: Wednesday, January 11th 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Machine Training
BERNINA EMBROIDERY (BERNINA ONLY)
Learn the ins and outs of your (non-8) BERNINA embroidery machine. From the basics of hooping to customizing designs and endless embroidery. You will discover all you need get the most from your embroidery system. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: stabilizers, needles, thread, hooping, templates/placement, file formats, tension, accessing designs, and much more.
SOFTWARE 8 Come discover embroidery software on a whole new level with the innovative features of BERNINA Embroidery Software 8. Explore all the wonderful things that you can do with your new software! Please call ahead to sign up. This class is exclusive to Software 8 purchased at Augusta Sewing Center and is FREE. Class Fee: FREE Date & Time: Wednesday, February 15th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee Date & Time:
MY BERNINA ONE Designed for all (non-8) BERNINA models, this class is a must for new owners. Learn what you need to know about the basic operation of BERNINA in this informative, fun class. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: needles, thread, presser feet, turning corners, hem stitches, gathering, buttonholes, and attaching buttons.
Saturday, January 7th 9:30am - 12:30pm
Saturday, January 21st 9:30am - 11:30am Monday, January 30th 9:30am - 11:30am Wednesday, March 1st 5:30pm - 7:30pm
BERNINA 8 Designed for all BERNINA 8-series models ONLY, this class is a must for nw owners. Learn what you need to know about the basic operation of your new machine in the informative, fun class. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: needles, thread, presser feet, turning corners, hem stitches, gathering, buttonholes, and much more!
BERNINA 830/880 EMBROIDERY TRAINING
Wednesday, March 1st 10am - 1pm
Learn the ins and outs of your BERNINA 8 Series embroidery machine. From the basics of hooping to customizing designs and endless embroidery. You will discover all you need to get the most from our embroidery system. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: stabilizers, needles, thread, hooping, templates/placement, file formats, tension, accessing designs, and much more.
E16 NEW OWNER TRAINING
Saturday, February 11th 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Saturday, January 21st 12:30pm - 2:30pm
BERNETTE EMBROIDERY
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Monday, January 30th 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Stitching fun! Explore the decorative stitches and creative functions of your BERNINA machine while learning embellishments for almost any type of project. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: decorative stitching, securing function, satin stitching, altering stitches, pattern functions, mirror image, balance, memory mode, alphabets, and more. Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Thursday, March 30th 9:30am - 12:30pm
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee Date & Time:
MY BERNINA TWO
During this class we will help you learn about and become comfortable with the many features of your new E16. Threading, changing a needle, hooping, operating the user interface, and more will be covered. Bring all your questions, pen, and paper for notes, and samples of what you have been doing! Class Fee: FREE Date & Time: Wednesday, March 15th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Learn the basics of your Chicago 7 or Deco embroidery machine. From the basics of hooping to customizing designs and endless embroidery, you will discover all you need to get the most from your embroidery system. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: stabilizers, needles, thread, hooping, templates/placement, file formats, tension, accessing designs, and more.
Tuesday, March 7th 5:30pm - 7:30pm
BERNETTE TRAINING Designed for all Bernette Models, this class is a must for new owners. Learn what you need to know about the basic operation of Bernette in this informative, fun class. Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Please call for class availability.
Please call for class availability.
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15
Machine Appliqué Valentine Placemat
BERNINA One BERNINA Two
20
19
booth201 - 205
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13
12
27
6p
Quits of Valor
6
5
M O N DAY
12:30p - 2:30p
9:30a - 11:30a
31
30
29
28
6p
AMQG
9:30a - 12p
Machine Appliqué
6p 21
SAGA
14
1p- 3:30p
Machine Embroidery 101
7
T U E S DAY
5:30p - 8:30p
9:30a - 12p
9:30a - 12:30p
Know Your Serger
24
6p
AMQG
9:30a - 12:30p
Know Your Serger
17
6p
SAGA
9:30a - 12:30p
23
6p
T U E S DAY
Know Your Serger
10
3
22
S U N DAY
9
8
M O N DAY
Quits of Valor
2
S U N DAY 1
W E D N E S DAY
22
4p - 7p
Cameo 2
10a - 12p
Software 8
15
8
4p - 7p
Cameo 1
1
W E D N E S DAY
25
9:30a - 12p
Machine Embroidery 101
18
4p - 9p
Cameo 1 & 2
11
10a - 1p
BERNINA 8 Series
4p - 7p
Cameo 2
4
23
24
17
10
3
27
6p
F R I DAY
F R I DAY
Sew Sew Silly
20
13
6
SAT U R DAY
1p - 5p
9:30a - 12:30p
9a - 10a
ASC Quilt Club
25
Tee Shirt Quilt
18
1:30p - 3:30p
Bernina 8 Emb.
9:30a - 12:30p
Tee Shirt Quilt
11
Kwik Swirl Sew
10a - 12p
Cookie Swap & 1 Hour Basket
4
3:30p - 4:30p
DesignWorks
2p - 3:30p
Software Inspir.
9a & 10a
ASC Quilt Club
12:30p - 2:30p
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BERNINA Two
9:30a - 11:30a
BERNINA One
21
14
9:30a - 12:30p
SAT U R DAY
BERNINA Embroidery
7
QUILTCONeast – Savannah,GA
T H U R S DAY
16
9
2
9:30a - 12:30p
Beginner Sewing
26
6p - 9p
Monogram Wizard
9:30a - 12:30p
Beginner Sewing
19
9:30a - 12:30p
Beginner Sewing
12
9:30a - 12:30p
T H U R S DAY
Beginner Sewing
5
January at a Glance February at a Glance
3:30p - 4:30p
DesignWorks
2p - 3:30p
Software Inspir.
12p
Block Swap
9a - 10a
25
ASC Quilt Club
10a - 5p
Aeroplane Bag
18
We accept sign-ups as soon as the newsletter is printed and placed on the website. Payment in full is required at the time of registration. You may register and pay: •
In person in the store
•
By mail with a check
9:30a - 12:30p
BERNINA Embroidery
23
30
24
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CANCELLATION 1. We reserve the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment. Every attempt will be made to give you 7 days notice if we cancel a class. You may receive your refund by choosing one of the following methods: •
a full cash refund
•
transfer the class fee to another class during the same quarter.
2. No refunds will be given after the class begins. No Show - No Refunds.
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1. Supply lists are given at time of paid registration. The cost of supplies and patterns needed are not included in the class fee unless so noted. 2. Please purchase your supplies before class. Supplies should be purchased at the store. We offer a discount of 10% for class supplies.
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4. Please do no wait until the last minute to buy supplies. As you know, picking out fabric takes time and we would hate for you to miss the beginning of your class. Instructors won’t wait for you to begin the class.
5:30p - 8:30p
Beginner Sewing
6p
27
6p
AMQG
3. Typically a minimum of 4 students is required to hold a class.
Quits of Valor
5:30p - 8:30p
Beginner Sewing
9:30a - 12p
Machine Appliqué
22 21
10a - 12p
E16 New Owners
6p
SAGA
5:30p - 8:30p
Beginner Sewing
By phone with a credit card
3. If a class fills extremely fast, we sometimes offer a waiting list. Please ask if you are interested.
20
10a - 4p
6p
16 15 5:30p - 8:30p
14
5:30p - 7:30p
BERNINA Two
Beginner Sewing
7 6
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
• 17
Little Boys’ Spring Outfit
9 8
5:30 - 7:30
BERNINA ONE
10a - 1p
BERNINA 8 SERIES
2
W E D N E S DAY
1
T U E S DAY M O N DAY
Class Policies
(please include a note with the details of the class or use registration form)
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10
T H U R S DAY
3
Sew Sew Silly
11
3:30p - 4:30p
DesignWorks
2p - 3:30p
Software Inspir.
10a - 1p
Cameo PicScan
F R I DAY
4
SAT U R DAY
March at a Glance
5. You may want to check with us before you buy your supplies to be sure a class is a go.
OTHER INFORMATION 1. If a class is full you may have your name placed on a waiting list in case a students cancels.
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12
5
S U N DAY
2. No make ups on sewing classes. If you miss a class or need additional help you can make arrangements with the class instructor at her professional fee. 3. Please be considerate of others. Do no bring children to class, wear heavy perfume or use cell phones during class. Please be on time for class or better yet, come 15 minutes early to set up your sewing space. Classes begin promptly at the scheduled time. If you are unable to make the class session, please call so we know not to expect you.
Class Policies 4. We do have class maximums. These may vary with the class being offered. Register early to avoid having to be placed on a waiting list. 5. The use of cell phones is disruptive to others paying students and instructors. Please wait until class breaks or step outside for calls. 6. Please mark your calendars with your classes. We do not make reminder calls. We will call if a class is canceled or changed.
Sewing Machine & Embroidery Machine Training Classes ASC offers machine training classes for every make of machine that we sell in store. We will help you get started with your machine training from the basics such as cleaning and maintenance, to utilizing standard and optional feet and mastering your embroidery skills. There is a class for everyone from the most basic and portable Bernettes to the 8 series sewing and embroidery machines and everything in between. We now offer machine training classes specifically for the 8 series owners. Come and take advantage of these classes that are tailored specifically for this amazing and multifaceted sewing and embroidery machine. To get the most out of your machine training experience please make sure you follow these simple guidelines: 1.
You MUST call or stop by and sign up for classes so that we can be prepared for you. Class space is limited and kits are prepared for your use. There is a $5.00 kit fee per class.
2.
Please bring your machine manual, pen and paper, 1 spool of sewing or embroidery thread, 1 bobbin with thread, cleaning and repair kit (included with machine) and all your feet to EACH class.
3.
Magnification if needed. ie. reading glasses, etc.
4.
Please do not bring children with you to class.
5.
Please be on time - arrive early so you can have your machine set up and ready to go 10 MINUTES BEFORE your scheduled class time.
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to helping you reach all your sewing dreams!
ASCQUILTCLUB wit h Glo ria
This year in quilt is going to be a BLAST! Join us monthly starting January for the quilt every 4th Saturday of the month. Not only will you learn new blocks and new techniques, but you will also make new friends! During the class (lecture/demo) we will show off all the new stuff in the store. Gloria has a fun, new and exciting program to share with all of you! The first month you will pay $10 for a quilt block kit and instructions. The following month, bring your completed block and you will get your next block for $5! If you forget to bring your block, do not get it completed or miss a month that is ok; you can purchase your next block for $10. There will 2 classes again at 9am & 10:30am.
Join Us the last Saturday of every month!
January 28th •
February 25th •
March 25th
Come on By
3230 Washington Road | Augusta, GA 30907
706.860.5434
Hours of Inspiration Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm Saturday 9am to 5pm
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JA NUA RY - MARCH 2 0 1 7 IS S UE
In This Issue 3 Sewing & Quilting Classes 5
Specialty Classes
5 Embroidery Classes 6
Cameo Classes
7
BERNINA & Bernette Machine Training Classes
9
January Calendar
10 February Calendar 11 March Calendar 12 Policies & Information 14 ASC Quilt Club
Clubs & Guilds SOUTHERN BELLES CHAPTER OF THE SMOCKING ART GUILD Smocking Art Guild meets 2nd Tuesday of each month 6pm - 8pm. No Experience Necessary. Come join us for this fun evening of laughter and learning!
QUILTS OF VALOR Garden City chapter of Quilts of Valor meets and sews on the 3rd Monday of each month from 10am to 3pm.
AUGUSTA MODERN QUILT GUILD The Augusta Modern Quilt Guild meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6pm. ALL who are interested are welcome, even if you are a beginning sewist!
come see us
east
FEB R U A RY 23 - 26, 2017
Savannah International Trade & Convention Center
every monday
GUILD
20
D I S C O U N T D AY
%
OFF
just let us know which guild you belong to! Excludes BERNINA products
BOOTH 201 & 205 Augusta Sewing Center partnering with BERNINA
Sewing & Quilting Classes GET TO KNOW YOUR SERGER
VALENTINE PLACEMAT
If your new serger has you baffled, sign up for this informative class series. Each class builds and expands on the previous one to help conquer your intimidation. The first section will focus on parts of the machine, threading, and basic use. Next you will learn the secrets of ruffles and rolled hems. Finally, you will tackle working with knits. This class will include lecture, demonstrations, and handson learning. This is not a BERNINA machine training class, but a general serger knowledge class.
Use your Cameo and your sewing machine to make a LOVEly placemat perfect for dinner with your sweetheart. Class Fee: $40 (supplies additional) Date & Time: Tuesday, January 31st 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Date & Time: Tuesdays, January 10th, 17th and 24th 9:30am - 12:30pm
COOKIE SWAP & ONE HOUR BASKET We love cookies! We love sewing! Why not enjoy both? Participants in this class will bring two dozen of their favorite cookies to share; during class we will sew a super-popular One Hour Basket to take home filled with delicious cookies. (unless we eat them all!) It’s a class. It’s a party. You don’t want to miss this one! Class Fee: $20 (basket supplies additional) Date & Time: Saturday, February 4th 10:00am - 12:00pm
BEGINNER SEWING
Class Fee: $150 (includes pattern, fabric kit, and basic sewing supplies)
Date & Time: Thursdays, January 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th 9:30am - 12:30pm Mondays, March 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th 5:30pm - 8:30p
Have fun sewing a cheerful new cover for your sewing machine using this great pattern from two kwik quilters. In addition the pattern includes instructions for a matching sewing machine mat with pockets, a zip bag, pincushion, and mini quilt. Class Fee: $50 (pattern and supplies additional) Date & Time: Saturday, February 4th 1:00pm - 5:00pm
AEROPLANE BAG
Class Fee: $100
Would you love to learn to sew but don’t know where to start? Do you need to acquaint yourself with your sewing machine, learn how to take measurements, learn to read a pattern, or learn to layout and cut your pattern? Then this is the class for you. By the end of the 4-part class, you will complete a simple pillowcase and pajama bottoms created by you, just for you! If you don’t own a sewing machine, but would love to learn the creative art of sewing, we will provide a BERNINA sewing machine for you to use during class at no additional cost.
KWIK SWIRLING STARS SEWING MACHINE COVER
SPRING OUTFIT FOR LITTLE BOYS Whether you are thinking Easter, spring and summer weddings, or maybe a special portrait, the Cameron’s Pull-On Shorts and Hang-Out Shirt from Ginger Snaps Designs is perfect for your favorite little guy. Class Fee: $65 (pattern and supplies additional) Date & Time: Saturday, March 11th 10:00am - 4:00pm
This spacious and sturdy bag is perfect to pack for a short getaway! It comes in two sizes, regular and long; you choose the size you wish to make. The Aeroplane Bag goes together easily with no hand sewing and is a great choice for beginners and experienced bag makers alike. Class Fee: $70 (pattern and supplies additional) Date & Time: Saturday, March 18th 10:00am - 5:00pm
TEE SHIRT QUILT Vacations, sports tees, school memories, fraternities, sororities, races, or camp, chances are if someone did it they have the shirt to prove it. A t-shirt quilt is the perfect solution to all those memories stuffed in the t-shirt drawer! Expert t-shirt quilter Julie Zachary will demonstrate step-by-step how to make a memory quilt. Everything you learn from making this quilt can be applied to any other t-shirt quilt. Even if you have never made a quilt before, if you can sew a straight line on a sewing machine, you can make a t-shirt quilt!
BLOCK SWAP Let’s swap! This quarter we will be making blocks with selections from Joie de Vivre, a beautiful fabric line from Art Gallery designer, Bari J. Call or stop by for details as you will not want to miss this fun quilting opportunity. Kits are limited, so come in today! Class Fee:
Class Fee: $65 (supplies additional)
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Saturday, March 25th 12p - 2:30p
Saturday, February 11th and February 18th 9:30am - 12:30pm
Specialty Classes
Cameo Classes
MONOGRAM WIZARD
DESIGNWORKS DECODED
CAMEO BASICS ONE
CAMEO PIXSCAN
If you are ready to get the most out of Monogram Wizard, join Charly, our own wizard of monogramming, for this information-packed class. You will leave with the confidence to use your software to its fullest.
With a focus on BERNINA DesignWorks Software techniques, learn ways the software can expand the creative uses of the CutWork, PaintWork and CrystalWork Tools.
Learn the basics of your Silhouette Cameo from turning it on to adding letters. Janie will also cover adjusting your blade on the cutter to ensure your project looks great every time!
Class Fee: $40
Class Fee: $15
Class Fee: $30
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Saturday, January 28th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday, February 1st 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Take your Cameo to the next level! PixScan™ technology allows you to cut precisely around any printed image or position cut lines in a specific location on your material using a camera or scanner. PixScan™ is perfect for digitizing a stamp collection or turning a handdrawn sketch into a cut job.
Date & Time: Thursday, January 19th 6:00pm - 9:00pm
SOFTWARE INSPIRATIONS
Saturday, March 4th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Class Fee: $40 Date & Time: Saturday, March 4th 10:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday, March 25th 3:30pm - 4:30pm
With a focus on how to use BERNINA Embroidery Software 8, learn new software techniques and explore the tools available to take your creativity to the next level. Class Fee: $15 Date & Time: Saturday, January 28th 2:00pm - 3:30pm Saturday, February 4th 2:00pm - 3:30pm Saturday, March 25th 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Machine Embroidery Classes MACHINE EMBROIDERY 101
MACHINE APPLIQUÉ
If you got an embroidery machine over the holidays and you are not quite sure how to get started, this is the class for you! Come learn about thread, stabilizers, needles, hooping, downloading designs, and more!
This is the technique that folks who are new to machine embroidery ask questions about most! Alex is ready to take away all the mystery in this hands-on class. It is not BERNINA specific, but you do need to know basic operations of your particular machine.
Class Fee: $40 Date & Time: Wednesday, January 18th 9:30am - 12:00pm Tuesday, February 7th 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Class Fee: $40 Date & Time: Tuesday, January 31st 9:30am - 12:00pm Tuesday, February 21st 9:30am - 12:00pm Tuesday, March 21st 9:30am - 12:00pm
CAMEO BASICS 2 WITH SKETCH PENS Dive a little deeper into the software of the Cameo and learn all about splitting designs, editing, and creating! This class will build your confidence to accomplish great new things with your Cameo cutter. Learn how to make your very own stationery and home décor. The things you can do with these pens are endless! You will need basic Cameo knowledge for this class. Class Fee: $30 Date & Time: Wednesday, January 4th 4:00pm - 7:00pm Wednesday, February 15th 4:00pm - 7:00pm
CAMEO BASICS 1 & 2 Spend a full day covering the lessons from Cameo 1 and Cameo 2 classes. You will go home inspired and empowered to create! Class Fee: $60 Date & Time: Wednesday, January 11th 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Machine Training
BERNINA EMBROIDERY (BERNINA ONLY)
Learn the ins and outs of your (non-8) BERNINA embroidery machine. From the basics of hooping to customizing designs and endless embroidery. You will discover all you need get the most from your embroidery system. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: stabilizers, needles, thread, hooping, templates/placement, file formats, tension, accessing designs, and much more.
SOFTWARE 8 Come discover embroidery software on a whole new level with the innovative features of BERNINA Embroidery Software 8. Explore all the wonderful things that you can do with your new software! Please call ahead to sign up. This class is exclusive to Software 8 purchased at Augusta Sewing Center and is FREE. Class Fee: FREE Date & Time: Wednesday, February 15th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee Date & Time:
MY BERNINA ONE Designed for all (non-8) BERNINA models, this class is a must for new owners. Learn what you need to know about the basic operation of BERNINA in this informative, fun class. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: needles, thread, presser feet, turning corners, hem stitches, gathering, buttonholes, and attaching buttons.
Saturday, January 7th 9:30am - 12:30pm
Saturday, January 21st 9:30am - 11:30am Monday, January 30th 9:30am - 11:30am Wednesday, March 1st 5:30pm - 7:30pm
BERNINA 8 Designed for all BERNINA 8-series models ONLY, this class is a must for nw owners. Learn what you need to know about the basic operation of your new machine in the informative, fun class. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: needles, thread, presser feet, turning corners, hem stitches, gathering, buttonholes, and much more!
BERNINA 830/880 EMBROIDERY TRAINING
Wednesday, March 1st 10am - 1pm
Learn the ins and outs of your BERNINA 8 Series embroidery machine. From the basics of hooping to customizing designs and endless embroidery. You will discover all you need to get the most from our embroidery system. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: stabilizers, needles, thread, hooping, templates/placement, file formats, tension, accessing designs, and much more.
E16 NEW OWNER TRAINING
Saturday, February 11th 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Saturday, January 21st 12:30pm - 2:30pm
BERNETTE EMBROIDERY
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Monday, January 30th 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Stitching fun! Explore the decorative stitches and creative functions of your BERNINA machine while learning embellishments for almost any type of project. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: decorative stitching, securing function, satin stitching, altering stitches, pattern functions, mirror image, balance, memory mode, alphabets, and more. Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Thursday, March 30th 9:30am - 12:30pm
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee Date & Time:
MY BERNINA TWO
During this class we will help you learn about and become comfortable with the many features of your new E16. Threading, changing a needle, hooping, operating the user interface, and more will be covered. Bring all your questions, pen, and paper for notes, and samples of what you have been doing! Class Fee: FREE Date & Time: Wednesday, March 15th 10:00am - 12:00pm
Learn the basics of your Chicago 7 or Deco embroidery machine. From the basics of hooping to customizing designs and endless embroidery, you will discover all you need to get the most from your embroidery system. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: stabilizers, needles, thread, hooping, templates/placement, file formats, tension, accessing designs, and more.
Tuesday, March 7th 5:30pm - 7:30pm
BERNETTE TRAINING Designed for all Bernette Models, this class is a must for new owners. Learn what you need to know about the basic operation of Bernette in this informative, fun class. Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Class Fee: FREE + $5 Kit Fee
Date & Time:
Date & Time:
Please call for class availability.
Please call for class availability.
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Machine Appliqué Valentine Placemat
BERNINA One BERNINA Two
20
19
booth201 - 205
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13
12
27
6p
Quits of Valor
6
5
M O N DAY
12:30p - 2:30p
9:30a - 11:30a
31
30
29
28
6p
AMQG
9:30a - 12p
Machine Appliqué
6p 21
SAGA
14
1p- 3:30p
Machine Embroidery 101
7
T U E S DAY
5:30p - 8:30p
9:30a - 12p
9:30a - 12:30p
Know Your Serger
24
6p
AMQG
9:30a - 12:30p
Know Your Serger
17
6p
SAGA
9:30a - 12:30p
23
6p
T U E S DAY
Know Your Serger
10
3
22
S U N DAY
9
8
M O N DAY
Quits of Valor
2
S U N DAY 1
W E D N E S DAY
22
4p - 7p
Cameo 2
10a - 12p
Software 8
15
8
4p - 7p
Cameo 1
1
W E D N E S DAY
25
9:30a - 12p
Machine Embroidery 101
18
4p - 9p
Cameo 1 & 2
11
10a - 1p
BERNINA 8 Series
4p - 7p
Cameo 2
4
23
24
17
10
3
27
6p
F R I DAY
F R I DAY
Sew Sew Silly
20
13
6
SAT U R DAY
1p - 5p
9:30a - 12:30p
9a - 10a
ASC Quilt Club
25
Tee Shirt Quilt
18
1:30p - 3:30p
Bernina 8 Emb.
9:30a - 12:30p
Tee Shirt Quilt
11
Kwik Swirl Sew
10a - 12p
Cookie Swap & 1 Hour Basket
4
3:30p - 4:30p
DesignWorks
2p - 3:30p
Software Inspir.
9a & 10a
ASC Quilt Club
12:30p - 2:30p
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BERNINA Two
9:30a - 11:30a
BERNINA One
21
14
9:30a - 12:30p
SAT U R DAY
BERNINA Embroidery
7
QUILTCONeast – Savannah,GA
T H U R S DAY
16
9
2
9:30a - 12:30p
Beginner Sewing
26
6p - 9p
Monogram Wizard
9:30a - 12:30p
Beginner Sewing
19
9:30a - 12:30p
Beginner Sewing
12
9:30a - 12:30p
T H U R S DAY
Beginner Sewing
5
January at a Glance February at a Glance
3:30p - 4:30p
DesignWorks
2p - 3:30p
Software Inspir.
12p
Block Swap
9a - 10a
25
ASC Quilt Club
10a - 5p
Aeroplane Bag
18
We accept sign-ups as soon as the newsletter is printed and placed on the website. Payment in full is required at the time of registration. You may register and pay: •
In person in the store
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By mail with a check
9:30a - 12:30p
BERNINA Embroidery
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30
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CANCELLATION 1. We reserve the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment. Every attempt will be made to give you 7 days notice if we cancel a class. You may receive your refund by choosing one of the following methods: •
a full cash refund
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transfer the class fee to another class during the same quarter.
2. No refunds will be given after the class begins. No Show - No Refunds.
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1. Supply lists are given at time of paid registration. The cost of supplies and patterns needed are not included in the class fee unless so noted. 2. Please purchase your supplies before class. Supplies should be purchased at the store. We offer a discount of 10% for class supplies.
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4. Please do no wait until the last minute to buy supplies. As you know, picking out fabric takes time and we would hate for you to miss the beginning of your class. Instructors won’t wait for you to begin the class.
5:30p - 8:30p
Beginner Sewing
6p
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6p
AMQG
3. Typically a minimum of 4 students is required to hold a class.
Quits of Valor
5:30p - 8:30p
Beginner Sewing
9:30a - 12p
Machine Appliqué
22 21
10a - 12p
E16 New Owners
6p
SAGA
5:30p - 8:30p
Beginner Sewing
By phone with a credit card
3. If a class fills extremely fast, we sometimes offer a waiting list. Please ask if you are interested.
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10a - 4p
6p
16 15 5:30p - 8:30p
14
5:30p - 7:30p
BERNINA Two
Beginner Sewing
7 6
REGISTRATION & PAYMENT
• 17
Little Boys’ Spring Outfit
9 8
5:30 - 7:30
BERNINA ONE
10a - 1p
BERNINA 8 SERIES
2
W E D N E S DAY
1
T U E S DAY M O N DAY
Class Policies
(please include a note with the details of the class or use registration form)
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10
T H U R S DAY
3
Sew Sew Silly
11
3:30p - 4:30p
DesignWorks
2p - 3:30p
Software Inspir.
10a - 1p
Cameo PicScan
F R I DAY
4
SAT U R DAY
March at a Glance
5. You may want to check with us before you buy your supplies to be sure a class is a go.
OTHER INFORMATION 1. If a class is full you may have your name placed on a waiting list in case a students cancels.
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5
S U N DAY
2. No make ups on sewing classes. If you miss a class or need additional help you can make arrangements with the class instructor at her professional fee. 3. Please be considerate of others. Do no bring children to class, wear heavy perfume or use cell phones during class. Please be on time for class or better yet, come 15 minutes early to set up your sewing space. Classes begin promptly at the scheduled time. If you are unable to make the class session, please call so we know not to expect you.
Class Policies 4. We do have class maximums. These may vary with the class being offered. Register early to avoid having to be placed on a waiting list. 5. The use of cell phones is disruptive to others paying students and instructors. Please wait until class breaks or step outside for calls. 6. Please mark your calendars with your classes. We do not make reminder calls. We will call if a class is canceled or changed.
Sewing Machine & Embroidery Machine Training Classes ASC offers machine training classes for every make of machine that we sell in store. We will help you get started with your machine training from the basics such as cleaning and maintenance, to utilizing standard and optional feet and mastering your embroidery skills. There is a class for everyone from the most basic and portable Bernettes to the 8 series sewing and embroidery machines and everything in between. We now offer machine training classes specifically for the 8 series owners. Come and take advantage of these classes that are tailored specifically for this amazing and multifaceted sewing and embroidery machine. To get the most out of your machine training experience please make sure you follow these simple guidelines: 1.
You MUST call or stop by and sign up for classes so that we can be prepared for you. Class space is limited and kits are prepared for your use. There is a $5.00 kit fee per class.
2.
Please bring your machine manual, pen and paper, 1 spool of sewing or embroidery thread, 1 bobbin with thread, cleaning and repair kit (included with machine) and all your feet to EACH class.
3.
Magnification if needed. ie. reading glasses, etc.
4.
Please do not bring children with you to class.
5.
Please be on time - arrive early so you can have your machine set up and ready to go 10 MINUTES BEFORE your scheduled class time.
Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to helping you reach all your sewing dreams!
ASCQUILTCLUB wit h Glo ria
This year in quilt is going to be a BLAST! Join us monthly starting January for the quilt every 4th Saturday of the month. Not only will you learn new blocks and new techniques, but you will also make new friends! During the class (lecture/demo) we will show off all the new stuff in the store. Gloria has a fun, new and exciting program to share with all of you! The first month you will pay $10 for a quilt block kit and instructions. The following month, bring your completed block and you will get your next block for $5! If you forget to bring your block, do not get it completed or miss a month that is ok; you can purchase your next block for $10. There will 2 classes again at 9am & 10:30am.
Join Us the last Saturday of every month!
January 28th •
February 25th •
March 25th
Come on By
3230 Washington Road | Augusta, GA 30907
706.860.5434
Hours of Inspiration Monday - Friday 9am to 6pm Saturday 9am to 5pm
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