Royalty Program
SPRING 2011 NEWSLETTER
BERNINA
Celebrating 51 Years in Business in 2011
Royalty Program We are excited to introduce a new royalty program for all customers who purchase a new Bernina machine from Dave’s BERNINA. We know what Bernina customers expect when they purchase a new Bernina machine. We believe they have purchased the machine they have always dreamed of. We decided years ago that we would not carry other brands as we don’t believe they represent quality like Bernina. We know with Bernina we are providing the best products in the world. We believe that with one brand focus we can give you a better Bernina experience as we are focused on the Bernina products in our store. We also want to give you the best experience in the world at Dave’s BERNINA. We want you to feel like royalty when you come into our store! Outlined below are several “Royalty Benefits” included with your new Bernina machine purchase at Dave’s BERNINA. Every new Bernina purchase includes the following: • 5 year warranty • NEW Free MyBernina classes, details available online or in-store • 90 day full-value trade-in • Free 3 Month membership in your choice of one of our clubs • Save 20% on accessories purchased with your new Bernina machine (same day) • Save 15% on Roberts Cabinet purchase at the time of machine purchase Plus the following machines included added benefits: Every new Artista Embroidery Machine purchase includes: • Bernina USB Drive • Free Embroidery Design Pack download • Free delivery and setup (within 50 miles) • Online Support Every new 830E Machine includes: • Bernina USB drive • Free Embroidery design pack download • Free home delivery and setup and limited in home personal training (50 miles) • 20% off Bernina accessories for one year from date of purchase • Online Support • Free design transfer www.DavesBernina.com
Introducing: The BERNINA 830 Limited Edition!
We are pleased to present the BERNINA 830LE. Beautiful From the Inside Out! • Elegant semi-metallic high gloss front panel with eye-catching graphic elements, Limited Edition designation on the machine and module • A real head-turner • Numbered Limited Edition production, each one engraved with its production number—a true collectors touch • Compelling Gift with Purchase package • Innovative features wrapped in a stunning package … built by creative sewers for creative sewers. From the Moment You Receive Your Limited Edition Machine, the Experience Begins. Special Touches Inside and Out: • Limited Edition packaging (shipping carton) • Accessory and tool packaging • Manual cover • Limited Edition Tin • Instructional DVD and Design Collection packaging
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SPRING 2011 NEWSLETTER P R OVO & S T. G E O R G E
Big Events
in Provo & St. George
Celebrate 8
April 13th at 10am Cost: $15.00 (Provo) April 15th at 10am Cost: $15.00 (St. George)
Have you dreamed of trying or owning the Bernina 830? Celebrate 8 is your chance to get your hands on the 830E and experience its amazing features before you take one home. This is a 3- hour hands on event where you can celebrate the WOWS of the 830 sewing and embroidery features first-hand while you make a beautiful jewelry bag.
Sewing Celebration
April 13th at 3pm Cost: $15.00 (Provo) April 15th at 3pm Cost: $15.00 (St. George)
Celebrate sewing as it opens up a world of creative possibilities and custom opportunities. Whether you like sewing clothes, quilts, gifts or for your home, see how the latest accessories, techniques, gizmos and gadgets will turn your sewing vision into a beautiful reality. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore all things sewing like never before! Habitat Quilt
Teacher: Maxine Lostetter Cost: First Class $20 (INCLUDES LUNCH) Additional Classes $10 per session Date: March 16th (Provo) Date: May 7th (St George) Time: 10am – 4pm
The “BQ3” quilt pattern from Maple Island Quilts is a great way to show off the new, fresh Habitat Quilt Fabric Collection from Benartex. Finish your quilt with embroidered motifs from OESD’s Habitat Embroidery Collection, created specifically for the Habitat fabric collection. Add a few leaves and a sun design from the OESD’s Quilting Whimsy by Diane Gaudynski Collection for extra dimension. With a BERNINA 830 and Jumbo Hoop you’ll have your masterpiece done in no time! The Habitat Quilt can also be stitched on other machines; we’ve even included instructions for a version with out embroidery. A bias-cut striped binding adds the finishing touch to a one-of-a-kind cozy quilt.
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Chloe Embroidered Quilt
Teacher: Chris Chamberlain First Class $20 (INCLUDES LUNCH) Additional Classes $10 per session Date: March 23th (Provo) Date: April 9th (St. George) • Time: 10am – 4pm
Traditional style with an element of the unexpected defines the Chloe Quilt beautifully. The tasteful blend of embroidered elements, intriguing piecing and a scalloped border makes this quilt a unique work of art. Engage the talents of BERNINA Embroidery Software 6 with a BERNINA Sewing and Embroidery System to create your own beautiful art quilt with ease.
Dave’s BERNINA Provo is very excited to welcome Sarah Vedeler back to our store May 11th & 12th for a great event! $20.00 fee for each session. Sarah Vedeler, quilt artist and teacher, combines her love of quilting and embroidery to create stunning embroidered appliqué quilts using BERNINA Embroidery Software, and brings a refreshing perspective to quilting with her unique style. To learn more about Sarah, visit her website at www.SarahVedelerDesigns.com
Sarah Vedeler-Quilted All Over
Quilted All Over (May 11th) Free motion quilting is fun – if you know what to quilt! Learn some beautiful free motion designs that can be quilted with no marking necessary, all using your regular home sewing machine. Long arm not necessary! A BSR makes this technique a breeze. 9:30AM - 12:30PM Session 1: Spirals (3 hours) Spirals are one of the most organic designs loved by quilters everywhere. Learn about the anatomy of a spiral so that you can quilt them with no marking. Learn several different variations of a spiral that can be used in borders and all over quilting designs. 2:00PM - 5:00PM Session 2: Feathers (3 hours) Starting out with peacock feathers, we will progress from randomly filling a space to giving the peacock feathers some direction and finally putting them onto a spine. Simplify the peacock feather to one loop instead of 3, and you have beautiful, unmarked feathers for your quilting delight!
Sarah Vedeler-GO! Be Dazzled
May 12th at 9:30AM - 12:30PM Part 1 May 12th at 2:00PM - 5:00PM Part 2 The GO! Be Dazzled Too! quilt by Sarah Vedeler is a spectacular quilt that is brilliantly designed, utilizing the AccuQuilt GO! Applique dies. Sarah will get you started in a series of six Block of the Month classes where each month you’ll create several dazzling quilt blocks with designs that can use the AccuQuilt Applique dies in a variety of layouts. www.DavesBernina.com
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Fun Classes in Provo Easter Tablerunner
Thursday, March 17th at 1:30 pm Teacher: Marlene Cook Class Fee: $10 This is the perfect tablerunner to dress up your table for Easter. It has a darling Easter Bunny on each end with eggs all around the border. The bunnies and eggs are appliqued using the blanket stitch. Bring some bright fabrics for the eggs, and we will exchange pieces with other students. Pattern and supply list will be available.
Flower Table Runner
Thursday, May 19th at 1:30 pm Teacher: Marlene Cook Class Fee: $10 This flower tablerunner is just right for spring and summer. Just dig into your scrap bag and find bright fabrics to make the flowers and outside border. This runner won’t cost very much to make if you have scraps. It’s adorable and fun to make! Pattern and supply list will be available.
Pattern Alterations and Fittings
Tuesdays from 2-4 pm on dates below Teacher: Wendy Copus Class fee: $10 per class This series of classes will help you with selecting patterns that will look good for your figure type and choosing pattern sizes that will minimize the alterations that need to be made. Fitting and sewing techniques will also be an important part of these classes to help you learn how to produce a professional looking garment. You will choose your own pattern style of skirt, pants, and top. The schedule for class topics is below: February 1st Pattern, fabric, and size selection. February 8th Compare body measurements to pattern measurements to make alterations to Skirt pattern. Cut out skirts and be ready for fitting. February 15th Fit skirts, alter, zipper, and waistband. March 1st Mark hem, hem, and fastener. Skirt finished. March 8th Compare body measurements to pattern measurements to make alterations to Pant pattern. Cut out pants and ready for fitting. March 15th Fit pants, alter, and zipper. March 29th Waistband, hem, and fastener. Pants finished. April 5th Compare body measurements to pattern measurements to make alterations to the Top pattern. Cut out top and be ready for fitting. April 12th Fit top, alter, and facings. April 19th Hem and fasteners. Top finished.
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Blossoms and Bows Sundress
Thursday, April 7th at 1:30-3:30 pm Teacher: Wendy Copus Class fee: $10 Whether you are making a special outfit for your little girl or your granddaughter, the joy of creating something for them is always a gift to yourself! With just a yard of fabric you can create this sundress and add fun embellishments with the designs from the Blossoms & Bows Signature Embroidery Collection. There’s no limit to the excitement you can create.
Embroidery Take-Out Classes in Provo Cutwork Bouquet Pillowcase
Thursday, March 17th at 10:30 am Teacher: Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 This is a lovely pillowcase featuring embroidery cutwork from OESD’s Cutwork Bouquet Collection #12288, sports piping, and an accent band of color. This project is a great way to give cutwork a try. If you are new to cutwork, you’ll want to make one! If you already love cutwork, you’ll want to make several!
Crunchy Baby Tag Toy
Thursday, April 21st at 6:30 pm Teacher: Chris Chamberlain Class Fee: $5 This is a variation of a cute baby tag blanket. It’s soft, crunchy, and chewy, and babies will love it! This little project is simple - no special measurements, just eyeballing. So go grab some cute baby embroidery designs, some fabric scraps and ribbon scraps, plus an empty plastic baby wipe package and join me!
Petals and Posies Doily
Thursday, May 19th at 10:30 am Teacher: Donetta Brewer Kit fee: $4 for doily Class Fee: $5 Have you ever wondered about cutwork? There are several ways to accomplish this beautiful technique, and we will cover them all in this class. This is a great way to get familiar with the new BERNINA cutting tool. Petals and Posies Designs will be specially priced for this class.
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SewWhatEver in Provo
Come have fun at SewWhatEver! This club offers you a night out where you can get away from the stresses of life and enjoy doing something you like to do. It is also a chance to discover new skills, become a more experienced sewer, and take time out to complete your unfinished projects. This is a “girl’s night out” you won’t want to miss. If you don’t want to do the scheduled project, feel free to bring your own unfinished project. We’ll help you get it done. We meet Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $10 per evening. Supplies are not included, but dinner is!
“Elm Creek” Block of the Month with Redwork Embroidery
The fourth Wednesday of each month we will work on a sampler quilt using twelve patterns from the Elm Creek quilt series. We are really excited to introduce the Elm Creek Quilts to our customers. The series started with a novel called “The Quilter’s Apprentice” and has grown to 16 novels, several quilt pattern books, a recipe book, and a fabric line. We will also have book reviews of some of the books as we do the classes. We would love to have you join us for this fun project. The first book we will review will be “The Quilter’s Apprentice,” and the author is Jennifer Chiaverini. The quilt pattern book is $28.95 (minus 20% discount). You will also need to build your own redwork embroidery pack to embroider the inside of the quilt blocks. (The pack is $55 if you want the designs.)
February - Home Dec Placemat and Napkin
Wednesday, February 2ND at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class fee: $10
We will be making a place matt and napkins and dressing them up a bit with beads. We will learn how to attach the beads with our machines and a special foot. Join us for this fun, easy project. Pillow Chair Cushion
Wednesday, February 9TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Chris Chamberlain Class fee: $10
We know that many of you wanted to learn how to do a pillow chair cushion for your home. Chris will show you how. She’s sewn for a home interior designer for years and has made all kinds of pillows, so you don’t want to miss this.
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No Sew WhatEver - February 16 We hope you will join us at our Embroidery Retreat that weekend! “Elm Creek” Block of the Month
Wednesday, February 23RD at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: $28.95 for pattern book
We will be doing the Bright Hopes block with embroidered hearts, since it is the month of love! We will read and review “Round Robin”. (Sarah and her friends at Elm Creek make a round robin quilt, a quilt with one central block that is enlarged by adding borders made by different people, for Sylvia, as their own lives have ups and downs.)
March - It’s a Mystery!
Make sure you get enough fabric to complete all your projects for this month so they will match. Also, come in before the first class to get your first CLUE. Clues 2 through 7
Wednesday, March 2ND at 5:30 pm Teacher: Shannon White Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: $4
Come see what all the mystery is about! I’ll give you a hint - “it’s a purse”. So fun and easy, but real cute! Clues 8 through 12
Wednesday, March 9TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Shannon White Class fee: $10
Finally, you’re putting your bag together! It’s the cutest purse ever! You’ll want to make more! It’s a Mystery
Wednesday, March 16TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Maudie Borget Class fee: $10
Now that you have your purse done, you’re going to need some accessories to go with it! But we’re not going to tell what we have. You’ll just have to come and see for yourself. And TRUST me, it’s really CUTE! Another Mystery!
Wednesday, March 23RD at 5:30 pm Teacher: Shannon White Class fee: $10
We have another purse accessory that is a must have. I bet you’re dying to know what it is! But I’m not telling. It’s a secret! Come have fun with us and find what all the mystery is about! “Elm Creek” Block of the Month Wednesday, March 30TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: $28.95 for pattern book
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kite, since March is a windy month! We will be reading “The CrossCountry Quilters”. (Friends across the country divide a central piece of fabric and take it promising to make a block. They agree to meet at Elm Creek to put it together, but first they each must solve a problem in their own lives.)
Sewing Machine Cover
Wednesday, May 11TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Sue Peterson Class fee: $10
April - Spring Fling
We heard ya ladies! Back by popular demand, we’re going to make sewing machine covers to protect our machines from those yucky dust bunnies!
Open Sew Night
Handy Felt Pincushion
Bring whatever project you’d like to finish, and we’ll help you get done!
Perfect for the passionate needle artist, this pincushion fits on your wrist to go where you sew!
Three Tier Skirt
Elm Creek Block of the month
Wednesday, April 6TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Chris Chamberlain Class fee: $10
Wednesday, April 13TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Donetta Brewer Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: FREE
Did you see the pretty, white three tier skirt on our mannequin? We’ll teach you how to make one for yourself. We will spend two weeks working on this project to give you plenty of time to finish. Three Tier Skirt-Part 2
Wednesday, April 20TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Donetta Brewer Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: FREE
Finish up your gorgeous skirt tonight! “Elm Creek” Block of the Month Wednesday, April 27TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: $28.95 for pattern book
We will be doing the “Crown of Thorns” block with embroidered Easter Lilies or an Easter basket - your choice. We will be reading “The Runaway Quilt”. (Alerted that her family may have ties to the slaveholding South, Sylvia searches her attic for her great- grandmother’s quilt, a log cabin with black central squares that, according to legend, was a sign of sanctuary to escaping slaves.)
May - P.S. Mom, I Love You Mother/Daughter Tea Party
Wednesday, May 4TH at 5:30 pm Teachers: Maxine Lostetter & Paula Jordan Class fee: $15 for two participants Kit fee: $5
It’s that time again Ladies! It’s our Mother/Daughter Tea Party!! We’ve got some cute, fun projects in store for you that we are so excited about (I actually planned it like 5 months ago, that’s how excited I am)!!! Bring your daughters, sisters, moms, and we’ll do some bonding!
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Wednesday, May 18TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Maxine Lostetter Class fee: $10
Wednesday, May 25TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class Fee: $10
We will be doing the Mother’s Favorite block with flowers embroidered in the center. We will also be reading “The Quilter’s Legacy.” (When Sylvia discovers some of her mother’s hand stitched quilts missing she sets out on a search to find them. On the way she discovers things about herself and about her mother, whom she never knew.)
Block of the Month Classes in Provo
Modern Mix Embroidered Block of the Month for the Bernina 830
Thursdays, February 24th, March 24th and April 14th 10:30 am and 6 pm Teacher: Nina Cooke Class fee: $10 per month Kit fee: $69.99 The combination of traditional blocks, contemporary fabrics, and modern-day sewing techniques (such as adding embroidered blocks) makes the “Modern Mix” the perfect name for this quilt. Come and get more comfy with your software and your 830! You will need Modern Mix software (36 designs for machine embroidery).
Floral Visions Block of the Month
Tuesdays, Feb 22nd, Mar 22nd, Apr 26th, May 31st at 1:30 pm Teacher: Donetta Brewer Class fee: $10 per month OESD’s Floral Visions Design Collection is a beautiful collection of floral and lace designs that work together as singles or in combinations. Have fun using the creative tools in your BERNINA Embroidery Software to design the quilt, and then make it using the wonderful features of your BERNINA Sewing and Embroidery machine. This is an excellent class for those that have the jumbo hoop or those that want to try multi-hooping.
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Virtual Clubs Overview In Provo & St. George
In 2009, Bernina began offering virtual clubs to help us offer our customers the latest information on Bernina machines, accessories, software, and more. We as dealers have always been fortunate to be able to attend trainings and receive extensive knowledge from nationally recognized Bernina educators. This has always helped us to learn and grow our business. Now, with our three virtual clubs (Virtual Bernina Club, All About M.E. and Software Sampler) we are able to let our customers share in the education we receive from these national educators. We will provide our customers who have recently bought new Bernina machines from us a free three month membership to one of our virtual clubs. Just ask and we will sign you up for a 2011 club membership. We have a great time and work on some really fun projects. For those wishing to sign up for the membership who have not recently purchased a new Bernina, you may join us for one month free membership, then sign up monthly for only $10 per session or $60 for the full year per club. Plan to join us for a year of fun and sign up now!
Thursday, April 28th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, April 29th at 1:00pm (St George)
The Coverup
Create an all around coverup for any occasion based on your fabric choice and embellishment preferences. Thursday, May 26th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, May 27th at 1:00pm (St George)
Appli-que-tions
Enjoy the freedom of raw edge appliqué for a great table runner, pillow top, or wallhanging.
2011 All About ME! Topics Thursday, February 3rd at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, February 4th at 12:00pm (St. George)
Embroidery on Paper (and other things)
Did you know you can embroider on paper? You can make your own gift cards for everyone and every season. We will also explore bookmarks and scrapbooking accent ideas as we learn the do’s and don’ts for embroidering on paper. We will talk about ways to achieve a similar appearance using scraps of fabric and a specialty stabilizer. We will also review needle selection in this class – what size and type are appropriate for different projects. Thursday, March 3rd at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, March 11th at 2:00pm (St. George)
Organization is the Key to Success
2011 Virtual BERNINA Club Topics Thursday, February 24th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, February 25th at 1:00pm (St George)
Zippity-Do-Dah
Zippers are practical, can be decorative, and are really “just a seam”. Learn the functional techniques for easy insertion and build confidence to use them in any situation. Thursday, March 24th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, March 25th at 1:00pm (St George)
Creative Compositions
Express yourself with fanciful composition book covers. Collaged fabrics, decorative threads and specialty machine techniques will make these little works of art a pleasure to use and display.
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And good embroidery is the key to happiness! We will take a look at projects that will help you organize your sewing area (or any room!) and review good embroidery techniques while we are doing so. We will discuss hoops – your machine probably came with more than one. When do you use which hoop and why? You will find out in this class. We will also review techniques and learn secrets for good hooping. Thursday, April 7th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, April 8th at 12:00pm (St. George)
Drawing a Blank
If you are “drawing a blank” when it comes to deciding on a project to embroider, then this class is sure to give you inspirations. We will discuss ways to find “ready-to-embroider” articles that are fast and fun. Learn more information on monogramming to personalize everything from pillowcases to shirts to coffee cups. Great projects for home dec! www.DavesBernina.com
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Thursday, May 5th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, May 6th at 12:00pm (St. George)
It’s a Wrap
These projects are great for covering and protecting everything from tiny notebooks to machines. We will learn embroidery techniques for adding embroidery to a pattern – how to choose the size, where to put the design, and what stabilizers and other embroidery products can be used.
Software Workshops in Provo Art Canvas Artistry
Tuesday, February 15th at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, February 16th at 2 pm Teachers: Donetta Brewer and Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 There is a lot of power in the Art Canvas. With the use of Corel Draw, we can create endless embroideries with only a few clicks of the mouse. You’ll be amazed at the things you can do with this wonderful tool.
3-D Digitize Designs
2011 Software Sampler Tuesday, February 22nd at 1:30pm (St. George) Thursday, March 3rd at 1:30pm (Provo)
Cross-Stitch Embroidery
Design a fun, small bag using the BERNINA Cross Stitch Program. Learn to use printed cross-stitch patterns, lettering, and outlining with your software. Tuesday, March 22nd at 1:30pm (St. George) Thursday, March 31st at 1:30pm (Provo)
Dimensional Embroidery
Create texture in your embroidery. Includes couching, ribbon work and tassels on a lined zippered bag. Learn to create tassels, embroidered couching and more and combine it with raw edge appliqué for a great textured effect and then insert a decorative zipper. Tuesday, April 26nd at 1:30pm (St. George) Thursday, April 21st at 1:30pm (Provo)
One Motif Many Options
Create a fun quilted wall hanging using only one motif! Experiment with different fill possibilities. Apply “in the hoop” quilting and learn to “quilt as you go”. Tuesday, May 24th at 1:30pm (St. George) Thursday, May 26th at 1:30pm (Provo)
Crazy? Quilt A Mouse Pad
Tuesday, March 15th at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, March 16th at 2 pm Teachers: Donetta Brewer and Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 Embroidery doesn’t have to lay flat on your project. Let’s create some 3-D designs to make our designs pop right off the project. This is a really fun technique and can make your designs very personal.
Craft Stitch Wows
Tuesday, April 19th at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, April 20th at 2 pm Teachers: Donetta Brewer and Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 The BERNINA software has the capability of incorporating our wonderful craft stitches into our designs. This takes our designs from hum-drum to eye catching wonders. Others will ask you where you got your design and won’t believe that you made it yourself.
Cross Stitch Wonders
Tuesday, May 17th at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, May 18th at 2 pm Teachers: Donetta Brewer and Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 Let’s move into another one of the BERNINA programs that comes with your BERNINA Software which is the cross stitch program. There is great power in that program and we want to take the concerns and fear out of it so that you will feel comfortable using it. We don’t need to take hours to complete a cross stitch project when it can be done with our embroidery machines.
Create a “Quilted Mouse Pad” to coordinate with your décor. Learn “in the hoop” piecing techniques and embellish with embroidered decorative stitches.
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Embroidery Retreat-Provo
February 17-19, 2011
$120 for Full Retreat (includes 2 lunches and fees for full retreat) or $20 for each individual class. Does not include kit or pattern fees. Registration forms available online or in-store.
Thursday, February 17th 2-5 pm Smocking By Machine Embroidery
Wendy Copus Come and make a cute machine embroidered smocked dress for Easter for your cute little daughter or granddaughter. Kit includes pleated fabric, dress pattern, and embroidery design. Kit $37.
Embroidery & Computer Basics
Chris Chamberlain This class will cover basic embroidery info about needles, thread, stabilizer, hooping, troubleshooting, and even computer editing. Do you hold a CD or USB stick in your hand and wonder how to get that design to your machine? We will learn about downloading and storing designs on your computer, how to copy them to your stick or machine, and hopefully help you feel a little less lost. Wouldn’t it be nice to do it yourself instead of making a trip to Dave’s Bernina when you want to embroider? Bring any projects you have questions about and join our discussion. No kit.
Personalized Quilt Block (Part 2)
Donetta Brewer This class is a continuation of the Personalized Quilt Block (Part 1).
Friday, February 18th 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Home Sweet Home Pillows
Nina Cooke Make a darling pillow, picture, or wall hanging for your home. Your family, friends, and company are sure to get a kick out of your creation. It is done in cross-stitch on felt to give a very professional and polished look. It is important that you bring a small pair of sharp, curved scissors suitable for trimming embroidery threads to this class. No kit.
Cynthia Winward Come learn to make these modern linen pillows customized with “home sweet home” stitching, ‘home’ applique, and some cute little retro birds to match the colors in your home. We’ll learn how to applique, install invisible zippers, and even make the pillow forms. Kit includes 20” invisible zipper, linen fabric for pillow fronts and backs, muslin for pillow forms, 2 pounds polyfil stuffing (will make two12”x18” pillows) and “Home Sweet Home” designs. Kit fee: $26.
Personalized Quilt Block (Part 1)
Quilting Blocks By Embroidery (Part 1)
Humorous Bunnies For Your Home
Donetta Brewer Do you like to be creative and original with your quilts? The BERNINA software now allows you to create your own quilt block. We will take your own original quilt block and make a great placemat or wall hanging. Quilt blocks have a history to them, and now you can tell your own history with your original block. No kit.
Chris Chamberlain So...pretty much all quilters will make a quilt with blocks, and there are numerous ways to quilt them. How about using your embroidery machine? It is so fun to choose a pretty quilting design and watch your machine turn your quilt into a finished work of art! We will talk about thread, which designs to use, and how to hoop your blocks and borders. You should bring a small project that is ready to quilt (top, batting, and backing all sandwiched together and safety pinned) so you can play, play, play! No kit.
Thursday, February 17th 7-10 pm Personalized Upscale Water Bottle Nina Cooke You will always know which water bottle is yours! You will embroider a beautiful design on an upscale model of a water bottle. It is all done in variegated threads. You will be able to personalize with a name. Kit includes cup and threads. Kit: $8.
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Creative Jeans (Part 1)
Donetta Brewer Are you interested in tools to make your projects easier? This class uses the Border and Corners tool for easy placement as you re-hoop. At the same time, we will learn how to embroider on a pair of jeans. Take ordinary jeans and turn them into designer jeans! No kit.
Friday, February 18th 2-5 pm Baby Minkee Applique Quilt (Part 1)
Maxine Lostetter This is a perfect quilt for the little baby girl or boy in your life. Have fun making darling animals using your embroidery machine. You may use denim for the background fabric, minkee for the embroidered animals, and minkee on the back of the quilt. Kids love minkee!!! A minkee kit for the animal appliques is available for $6. You will need design pack 12152 - “Baby Minkee Appliques” for $55. If you do not have an embroidery machine, sign up to use one of the store’s machines.
Stand Alone Lace Easter Basket Wendy Copus Come and learn how to make different types of stand alone lace. Make a cute lace Easter Basket that you can fill with Easter grass and eggs. Design: $15.
Multi-Hooping Magic
Donetta Brewer Have you ever felt stifled by the size of your hoop? This class is a great way to learn how to embroider projects that are much larger than your hoop. This sampler will teach you the fundamentals of the multi-hooping process. It will also help take the fear out of rehooping.
Saturday, February 19th 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Designer Photo Mats
Paula Jordan Ever wanted to make the mat complement the picture? Here is your chance to learn how to do just that. We will be doing embroidery on mat board. Kit: $5.
Quilting Blocks By Embroidery (Part 2)
Chris Chamberlain This class is a continuation of Quilting Blocks by Embroidery (Part 1).
Creative Jeans (Part 2)
Donetta Brewer This class is a continuation of Creative Jeans (Part 1).
Friday, February 18th 7-10 pm Baby Minkee Applique Quilt (Part 2)
Maxine Lostetter This class is a continuation of the Minkee Applique Quilt (Part 1). If you are working on another applique project, you can sign up for this class and Maxine will help you finish. www.DavesBernina.com
“I’m Seeing Stars” Table Runner
Maxine Lostetter This class will make you see stars!!! We will be using Sarah Vedeler’s new star designs and turn three stars into a table runner. Sarah’s designs are so beautiful, and you will have fun embroidering them!!! We will use the Accuquilt Go cutter to cut the stars out. There is no kit available, so you can choose colors to match your decor. You will need the Special Edition of Sarah Vedeler Star designs and an embroidery machine. No kit.
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Cutwork Quilting (Part 1)
Donetta Brewer & Chris Chamberlain We will use the BERNINA cutting tool to create this quilt. This revolutionary cutting tool can save a lot of cutting time. We will make an Hawaiian Applique Quilt, and you’ll be amazed with the ease of cutting the pieces. No kit.
Saturday, February 19th 2-5 pm “Live, Laugh, Love”
Paula Jordan We will be making a framed embroidery of the saying “ Live, Laugh, Love”. We will do the embroidery, mounting, and framing. Join us to learn this nifty way to display your embroidery. Kit: $3.
Serger Club in Provo
Thursday, February 10th at 1:30 pm Class Fee: $5 Come to a fun year of learning techniques done with your serger! In the first class, we will review techniques from the original serger classes and get ready to make a wall hanging for your sewing room. We will be sewing samples and playing with fun embellishments. The supply list will be available at this class for the project for March and April. Thursday, March 10th at 1:30 pm Class Fee: $5 We will serge and embellish half of the blocks for our fun wallhanging. See how creative you can be when you use your serger to its potential.
Bunnies In The Hoop
Wendy Copus Make a cute, soft, stuffed toy in the hoop of your embroidery machine. Make one for each of your children or grandchildren for Easter. Design: $15.
Cutwork Quilting (Part 2)
Donetta Brewer & Chris Chamberlain This class is a continuation of Cutwork Quilting (Part 1).
Thursday, April 7th at 1:30 pm Class Fee: $5 We will play with the second half of the blocks and sew the top together for our wallhanging (using a one-step serger quilting technique.) Thursday, May 5th at 1:30 pm Class Fee: $5 How about serging a Log Cabin tablecloth for your summer meals or favorite picnic table? There is no backing or quilting involved, so when the top is together, you are done. Easy and fun!
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Spring RetreatSt. George
March 3-5, 2011
$100 for Full Retreat (includes 2 lunches and fees for full retreat - does not include kit or pattern fees) or $20 for each individual class Registration forms available online or in-store.
Thursday, March 3rd 7-10 pm Insulated Picnic Bag
Paula Jordan This is a great bag to take to all those outdoor games. Throw some ice in or some bottled water and you’re set to go! Or pack a picnic for your family! You’re food will stay so cool! Free pattern.
Bohemian Skirt
Tamra Cox This is an easy peasant skirt with an elasticized waist for comfort. The skirt can fit on the waist or below the waist, depending on how you adjust the elastic. There is a frayed and a finished version. You will need to get the fabric for the four-fabric version. Pattern fee: $14.
Friday, March 4th 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Heirloom Bonnet
Norma Wright With this introduction to heirloom sewing, you will create a baby bonnet using heirloom sewing techniques: pintucking, puffing, hem stitching, and more. Pattern fee: $5.
Beginning Machine Quilting
Renae Allen Have fun and build confidence with hands on quilting practice! Through discussion, demonstration, and practice, this class will introduce you to the tools, skills, knowledge, and techniques needed to machine quilt using a domestic sewing machine. Take the fear out of machine quilting by following pre-printed lines on a Skillbuilder practice panel and quilting free hand on quilt sandwiches. Discover the joy and satisfaction in developing the skills necessary to machine quilt your own beautiful quilts at home, on your machine! Kit includes: Skillbuilder I practice panel, Skillbuilder Companion book, batting, back, three quilt sandwiches, safety pins, thread. Kit fee: $35. www.DavesBernina.com
“Live, Laugh, Love”
Paula Jordan We will be making a framed embroidery of the saying “Live, Laugh, Love”. We will do the embroidery, mounting, and framing. Join us to learn this nifty way to display your embroidery. Kit Fee $3.
Friday, March 4th 2-5 pm Dots and Daisies-Part 1 Chris Chamberlain This may be one of the most fun quilts you will ever make! Dots and Daisies is an easy applique quilt that is made using your embroidery machine. The pattern includes a CD with the circle and flower designs in three different sizes! Your creativity will have no limits as you make the beautiful blocks for this quilt. The finished quilt size is 66”x 90” (twin size). If you pre-cut your fabric before class, you will come ready to play! Pattern with CD: $24.
Layered Flannel Quilt
Norma Wright Learn the method of layering and mixing blocks to create an “one of a kind” soft quilt. A great way to use your scraps stash. No kit or pattern fee.
Easy-Peasy Cathedral Window Table Runner Sue Peterson Do you love the Cathedral Windows pattern but hate all the work involved? So do I! Here is a quick and EASY way to do it all on your sewing machine! I repeat, NO HAND SEWING! You will be stunned at how easy this is to do. Come learn how to do it by making a table runner in class, and you will be kicking out these quilts in no time. I will also show you some fun variations that can keep you going. No pattern fee.
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Friday, March 4th 7-10 pm Dots and Daisies-Part 2
Chris Chamberlain This is part 2 of the Dots and Daisies quilt class. We’re giving you more time to get more blocks done.
Texture Magic Wall Flower Quilt Karalee Austin The Texture Magic Wall Flower quilt is easy and fun. The blocks are made from one Layer Cake. The small flowers are cut from behind the large flowers, and you’ll even use the leftovers from the flower backs for the flower centers. To add a little different flavor to the flowers, we will use Texture Magic on the large flowers. You will love making this quilt and then wrapping up in it on a chilly evening. Pattern fee: $19.
Miss Madeline Dress and Baby Shoes
Sue Peterson Come make this oh-so-cute dress (sizes 6 months to 4 years) and with the scraps from your dress, make some cute matching shoes. This precious peasant style dress is perfect for any little girl in your life. The shoes come together easily and are great for covering up those little piggies in style. Pattern fee: $12.
Grommet Wallet
Andrea Summerhays There is nothing like having a cute and functional wallet. This wallet is the one! It is the perfect blend of style and function with all the pockets and organization you need. Pattern fee: $10.
Boots and Bandanas - Part 1
Maxine Lostetter These boots are made for keeping you warm! We will make a quilt using the perfect cowboy boot pattern. It is an appliqué pattern done on the embroidery machine. You can use denim, suede, or bandana fabric. The perfect quilt for your favorite cowboy. Pattern and design fee: $40.
Saturday, March 5th 2-5pm Boots and Bandanas - Part 2
Maxine Lostetter Come take the second part to this class so you can work more on your quilt.
Button Up Buttercup Quilt Andrea Summerhays This is such a cute quilt from “Turning Twenty Slapplique” book. It is an easy block quilt with flowers sewn on top with button centers. Leaving the edges raw and washing gives the flowers an adorable ragged look. Pattern book: $22.
Hippy Chick Skirt Saturday, March 5th 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Seamstress Apron
Tamra Cox This cute and functional apron has pockets galore and features pockets slanted so you won’t get poked when you sit. There is a pocket for everything you’ll need while you’re sewing. You will need to get the pattern ahead of time so you can purchase your fabrics. Pattern fee: $10.
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Karalee Austin We are going to make the “Classic” skirt with a wide waistband, a variation in the strip sizes, and nice finished seams. This is a cute, easy skirt using six different fabrics. No pattern pieces are necessary because it is made from rectangles. Come join us for an afternoon of fun and sewing and go home with a new skirt. Fits sizes 10 years to 16 years. Pattern fee: $12.
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Sew Whatever – St. George
Come have fun at SewWhatEver! This club offers you a night out where you can get away from the stresses of life and enjoy doing something you like to do. It is also a chance to discover new skills, become a more experienced sewer, and take time to complete your unfinished projects. This is a “girl’s night out” you won’t want to miss. If you don’t want to do the scheduled project, feel free to bring your own unfinished project. We’ll help you get it done. We meet on the second and fourth Thursday each month from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $10 and supplies are not included. If you have any questions, please call Dave’s Bernina in St. George at (435)656-1498. Come have fun with us and make new friends.
Kitchen Towel of the Month
Come make a kitchen towel to celebrate every month of the year! We will be embroidering, personalizing, and doing appliqué on homespun kitchen towels. The towels are $5, and the embroidery design CD is $55 (if you want to have the designs for yourself ). This project will be the fourth Thursday of each month. If you don’t have an embroidery machine, you can borrow one of ours to make your towel. Feb 10th – Minkee blanket
Thursday, February 10th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10
Learn how to work with minkee and make A REAL SOFT BLANKET! This will be your favorite blanket ever! You’ll want to snuggle with it all night long! Kitchen Towel Of The Month and Open Sew
Thursday, February 24th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10 Kit fee: $5 per towel (or you can bring your own)
Come have fun finishing your own project or embroider the March kitchen towel of the month. More Retro Apron
Thursday, March 10th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Norma Wright Class fee: $10 Pattern: $14.99
When your husband see’s you in the kitchen wearing this dainty apron, you’ll be sure to get a kiss!! www.DavesBernina.com
Kitchen Towel Of The Month and Open Sew
Thursday, March 24th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10 Kit fee: $5 per towel (or you can bring your own)
Come have fun finishing your own project or embroider the April kitchen towel of the month. Clutches
Thursday, April 14th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Tami Cox Class fee: $10 Pattern: $55 if you want CD
Come embroider a pretty clutch that you can take to prom, to a reception, or just to keep your makeup in a purse. These are a lot of fun, and there are several designs to choose from. They also make great gifts. Kitchen Towel Of The Month and Open Sew
Thursday, April 28th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10 Kit fee: $5 per towel (or you can bring your own)
Come have fun finishing your own project or embroider the May kitchen towel of the month.
Fun Classes in St. George 830 Endless Embroidery
Monday, March 14th 1:30-4:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $15 Kit fee: $20 To all our 830 owners: Come and learn to use the new Endless Embroidery feature on your machine. We will embroider a nice linen table runner and learn about the features on your machine so that you can make table cloths, quilts, and more!
BeDazzled Block of the Month
Wednesday, March 30th and every last Wednesday of the month after that Time: 10 am - 1 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10 per month Kit fee: $99 for BeDazzled pattern and quilt designs (regularly $120). Fabric kits will be available for extra fee. Come and learn to make the quilt that won the International Quilt Festival for 2010. This amazing design by Sarah Vedeler is so striking, I couldn’t help but want to make it. We will use the Go! Cutter from Accuquilt to cut out most of the quilt pieces. We will teach all of the embroidery techniques needed to make this one of a kind quilt.
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FEBRUARY COUPON
268 W. Center St. • Provo, UT 84601 801-374-5520 • www.davesbernina.com
Accuquilt Go Baby! Special Price $109.00 Plus - Go Baby Accessories 25% off only one coupon per customer, see store for details.
MARCH COUPON
Save 20% on Roberts Sewing Furniture
only one coupon per customer, see store for details.
APRIL COUPON
Free Class or Club (not including Sarah Vedeler ) only one coupon per customer, see store for details.
MAY COUPON
Isacord thread $3.49 per spool - unlimited quantities on 1 purchase only one coupon per customer, see store for details.
BERNINA
Celebrating 51 Years in Business in 2011
Royalty Program We are excited to introduce a new royalty program for all customers who purchase a new Bernina machine from Dave’s BERNINA. We know what Bernina customers expect when they purchase a new Bernina machine. We believe they have purchased the machine they have always dreamed of. We decided years ago that we would not carry other brands as we don’t believe they represent quality like Bernina. We know with Bernina we are providing the best products in the world. We believe that with one brand focus we can give you a better Bernina experience as we are focused on the Bernina products in our store. We also want to give you the best experience in the world at Dave’s BERNINA. We want you to feel like royalty when you come into our store! Outlined below are several “Royalty Benefits” included with your new Bernina machine purchase at Dave’s BERNINA. Every new Bernina purchase includes the following: • 5 year warranty • NEW Free MyBernina classes, details available online or in-store • 90 day full-value trade-in • Free 3 Month membership in your choice of one of our clubs • Save 20% on accessories purchased with your new Bernina machine (same day) • Save 15% on Roberts Cabinet purchase at the time of machine purchase Plus the following machines included added benefits: Every new Artista Embroidery Machine purchase includes: • Bernina USB Drive • Free Embroidery Design Pack download • Free delivery and setup (within 50 miles) • Online Support Every new 830E Machine includes: • Bernina USB drive • Free Embroidery design pack download • Free home delivery and setup and limited in home personal training (50 miles) • 20% off Bernina accessories for one year from date of purchase • Online Support • Free design transfer www.DavesBernina.com
Introducing: The BERNINA 830 Limited Edition!
We are pleased to present the BERNINA 830LE. Beautiful From the Inside Out! • Elegant semi-metallic high gloss front panel with eye-catching graphic elements, Limited Edition designation on the machine and module • A real head-turner • Numbered Limited Edition production, each one engraved with its production number—a true collectors touch • Compelling Gift with Purchase package • Innovative features wrapped in a stunning package … built by creative sewers for creative sewers. From the Moment You Receive Your Limited Edition Machine, the Experience Begins. Special Touches Inside and Out: • Limited Edition packaging (shipping carton) • Accessory and tool packaging • Manual cover • Limited Edition Tin • Instructional DVD and Design Collection packaging
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Big Events
in Provo & St. George
Celebrate 8
April 13th at 10am Cost: $15.00 (Provo) April 15th at 10am Cost: $15.00 (St. George)
Have you dreamed of trying or owning the Bernina 830? Celebrate 8 is your chance to get your hands on the 830E and experience its amazing features before you take one home. This is a 3- hour hands on event where you can celebrate the WOWS of the 830 sewing and embroidery features first-hand while you make a beautiful jewelry bag.
Sewing Celebration
April 13th at 3pm Cost: $15.00 (Provo) April 15th at 3pm Cost: $15.00 (St. George)
Celebrate sewing as it opens up a world of creative possibilities and custom opportunities. Whether you like sewing clothes, quilts, gifts or for your home, see how the latest accessories, techniques, gizmos and gadgets will turn your sewing vision into a beautiful reality. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to explore all things sewing like never before! Habitat Quilt
Teacher: Maxine Lostetter Cost: First Class $20 (INCLUDES LUNCH) Additional Classes $10 per session Date: March 16th (Provo) Date: May 7th (St George) Time: 10am – 4pm
The “BQ3” quilt pattern from Maple Island Quilts is a great way to show off the new, fresh Habitat Quilt Fabric Collection from Benartex. Finish your quilt with embroidered motifs from OESD’s Habitat Embroidery Collection, created specifically for the Habitat fabric collection. Add a few leaves and a sun design from the OESD’s Quilting Whimsy by Diane Gaudynski Collection for extra dimension. With a BERNINA 830 and Jumbo Hoop you’ll have your masterpiece done in no time! The Habitat Quilt can also be stitched on other machines; we’ve even included instructions for a version with out embroidery. A bias-cut striped binding adds the finishing touch to a one-of-a-kind cozy quilt.
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Chloe Embroidered Quilt
Teacher: Chris Chamberlain First Class $20 (INCLUDES LUNCH) Additional Classes $10 per session Date: March 23th (Provo) Date: April 9th (St. George) • Time: 10am – 4pm
Traditional style with an element of the unexpected defines the Chloe Quilt beautifully. The tasteful blend of embroidered elements, intriguing piecing and a scalloped border makes this quilt a unique work of art. Engage the talents of BERNINA Embroidery Software 6 with a BERNINA Sewing and Embroidery System to create your own beautiful art quilt with ease.
Dave’s BERNINA Provo is very excited to welcome Sarah Vedeler back to our store May 11th & 12th for a great event! $20.00 fee for each session. Sarah Vedeler, quilt artist and teacher, combines her love of quilting and embroidery to create stunning embroidered appliqué quilts using BERNINA Embroidery Software, and brings a refreshing perspective to quilting with her unique style. To learn more about Sarah, visit her website at www.SarahVedelerDesigns.com
Sarah Vedeler-Quilted All Over
Quilted All Over (May 11th) Free motion quilting is fun – if you know what to quilt! Learn some beautiful free motion designs that can be quilted with no marking necessary, all using your regular home sewing machine. Long arm not necessary! A BSR makes this technique a breeze. 9:30AM - 12:30PM Session 1: Spirals (3 hours) Spirals are one of the most organic designs loved by quilters everywhere. Learn about the anatomy of a spiral so that you can quilt them with no marking. Learn several different variations of a spiral that can be used in borders and all over quilting designs. 2:00PM - 5:00PM Session 2: Feathers (3 hours) Starting out with peacock feathers, we will progress from randomly filling a space to giving the peacock feathers some direction and finally putting them onto a spine. Simplify the peacock feather to one loop instead of 3, and you have beautiful, unmarked feathers for your quilting delight!
Sarah Vedeler-GO! Be Dazzled
May 12th at 9:30AM - 12:30PM Part 1 May 12th at 2:00PM - 5:00PM Part 2 The GO! Be Dazzled Too! quilt by Sarah Vedeler is a spectacular quilt that is brilliantly designed, utilizing the AccuQuilt GO! Applique dies. Sarah will get you started in a series of six Block of the Month classes where each month you’ll create several dazzling quilt blocks with designs that can use the AccuQuilt Applique dies in a variety of layouts. www.DavesBernina.com
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Fun Classes in Provo Easter Tablerunner
Thursday, March 17th at 1:30 pm Teacher: Marlene Cook Class Fee: $10 This is the perfect tablerunner to dress up your table for Easter. It has a darling Easter Bunny on each end with eggs all around the border. The bunnies and eggs are appliqued using the blanket stitch. Bring some bright fabrics for the eggs, and we will exchange pieces with other students. Pattern and supply list will be available.
Flower Table Runner
Thursday, May 19th at 1:30 pm Teacher: Marlene Cook Class Fee: $10 This flower tablerunner is just right for spring and summer. Just dig into your scrap bag and find bright fabrics to make the flowers and outside border. This runner won’t cost very much to make if you have scraps. It’s adorable and fun to make! Pattern and supply list will be available.
Pattern Alterations and Fittings
Tuesdays from 2-4 pm on dates below Teacher: Wendy Copus Class fee: $10 per class This series of classes will help you with selecting patterns that will look good for your figure type and choosing pattern sizes that will minimize the alterations that need to be made. Fitting and sewing techniques will also be an important part of these classes to help you learn how to produce a professional looking garment. You will choose your own pattern style of skirt, pants, and top. The schedule for class topics is below: February 1st Pattern, fabric, and size selection. February 8th Compare body measurements to pattern measurements to make alterations to Skirt pattern. Cut out skirts and be ready for fitting. February 15th Fit skirts, alter, zipper, and waistband. March 1st Mark hem, hem, and fastener. Skirt finished. March 8th Compare body measurements to pattern measurements to make alterations to Pant pattern. Cut out pants and ready for fitting. March 15th Fit pants, alter, and zipper. March 29th Waistband, hem, and fastener. Pants finished. April 5th Compare body measurements to pattern measurements to make alterations to the Top pattern. Cut out top and be ready for fitting. April 12th Fit top, alter, and facings. April 19th Hem and fasteners. Top finished.
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Blossoms and Bows Sundress
Thursday, April 7th at 1:30-3:30 pm Teacher: Wendy Copus Class fee: $10 Whether you are making a special outfit for your little girl or your granddaughter, the joy of creating something for them is always a gift to yourself! With just a yard of fabric you can create this sundress and add fun embellishments with the designs from the Blossoms & Bows Signature Embroidery Collection. There’s no limit to the excitement you can create.
Embroidery Take-Out Classes in Provo Cutwork Bouquet Pillowcase
Thursday, March 17th at 10:30 am Teacher: Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 This is a lovely pillowcase featuring embroidery cutwork from OESD’s Cutwork Bouquet Collection #12288, sports piping, and an accent band of color. This project is a great way to give cutwork a try. If you are new to cutwork, you’ll want to make one! If you already love cutwork, you’ll want to make several!
Crunchy Baby Tag Toy
Thursday, April 21st at 6:30 pm Teacher: Chris Chamberlain Class Fee: $5 This is a variation of a cute baby tag blanket. It’s soft, crunchy, and chewy, and babies will love it! This little project is simple - no special measurements, just eyeballing. So go grab some cute baby embroidery designs, some fabric scraps and ribbon scraps, plus an empty plastic baby wipe package and join me!
Petals and Posies Doily
Thursday, May 19th at 10:30 am Teacher: Donetta Brewer Kit fee: $4 for doily Class Fee: $5 Have you ever wondered about cutwork? There are several ways to accomplish this beautiful technique, and we will cover them all in this class. This is a great way to get familiar with the new BERNINA cutting tool. Petals and Posies Designs will be specially priced for this class.
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SewWhatEver in Provo
Come have fun at SewWhatEver! This club offers you a night out where you can get away from the stresses of life and enjoy doing something you like to do. It is also a chance to discover new skills, become a more experienced sewer, and take time out to complete your unfinished projects. This is a “girl’s night out” you won’t want to miss. If you don’t want to do the scheduled project, feel free to bring your own unfinished project. We’ll help you get it done. We meet Wednesday nights from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $10 per evening. Supplies are not included, but dinner is!
“Elm Creek” Block of the Month with Redwork Embroidery
The fourth Wednesday of each month we will work on a sampler quilt using twelve patterns from the Elm Creek quilt series. We are really excited to introduce the Elm Creek Quilts to our customers. The series started with a novel called “The Quilter’s Apprentice” and has grown to 16 novels, several quilt pattern books, a recipe book, and a fabric line. We will also have book reviews of some of the books as we do the classes. We would love to have you join us for this fun project. The first book we will review will be “The Quilter’s Apprentice,” and the author is Jennifer Chiaverini. The quilt pattern book is $28.95 (minus 20% discount). You will also need to build your own redwork embroidery pack to embroider the inside of the quilt blocks. (The pack is $55 if you want the designs.)
February - Home Dec Placemat and Napkin
Wednesday, February 2ND at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class fee: $10
We will be making a place matt and napkins and dressing them up a bit with beads. We will learn how to attach the beads with our machines and a special foot. Join us for this fun, easy project. Pillow Chair Cushion
Wednesday, February 9TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Chris Chamberlain Class fee: $10
We know that many of you wanted to learn how to do a pillow chair cushion for your home. Chris will show you how. She’s sewn for a home interior designer for years and has made all kinds of pillows, so you don’t want to miss this.
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No Sew WhatEver - February 16 We hope you will join us at our Embroidery Retreat that weekend! “Elm Creek” Block of the Month
Wednesday, February 23RD at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: $28.95 for pattern book
We will be doing the Bright Hopes block with embroidered hearts, since it is the month of love! We will read and review “Round Robin”. (Sarah and her friends at Elm Creek make a round robin quilt, a quilt with one central block that is enlarged by adding borders made by different people, for Sylvia, as their own lives have ups and downs.)
March - It’s a Mystery!
Make sure you get enough fabric to complete all your projects for this month so they will match. Also, come in before the first class to get your first CLUE. Clues 2 through 7
Wednesday, March 2ND at 5:30 pm Teacher: Shannon White Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: $4
Come see what all the mystery is about! I’ll give you a hint - “it’s a purse”. So fun and easy, but real cute! Clues 8 through 12
Wednesday, March 9TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Shannon White Class fee: $10
Finally, you’re putting your bag together! It’s the cutest purse ever! You’ll want to make more! It’s a Mystery
Wednesday, March 16TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Maudie Borget Class fee: $10
Now that you have your purse done, you’re going to need some accessories to go with it! But we’re not going to tell what we have. You’ll just have to come and see for yourself. And TRUST me, it’s really CUTE! Another Mystery!
Wednesday, March 23RD at 5:30 pm Teacher: Shannon White Class fee: $10
We have another purse accessory that is a must have. I bet you’re dying to know what it is! But I’m not telling. It’s a secret! Come have fun with us and find what all the mystery is about! “Elm Creek” Block of the Month Wednesday, March 30TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: $28.95 for pattern book
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kite, since March is a windy month! We will be reading “The CrossCountry Quilters”. (Friends across the country divide a central piece of fabric and take it promising to make a block. They agree to meet at Elm Creek to put it together, but first they each must solve a problem in their own lives.)
Sewing Machine Cover
Wednesday, May 11TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Sue Peterson Class fee: $10
April - Spring Fling
We heard ya ladies! Back by popular demand, we’re going to make sewing machine covers to protect our machines from those yucky dust bunnies!
Open Sew Night
Handy Felt Pincushion
Bring whatever project you’d like to finish, and we’ll help you get done!
Perfect for the passionate needle artist, this pincushion fits on your wrist to go where you sew!
Three Tier Skirt
Elm Creek Block of the month
Wednesday, April 6TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Chris Chamberlain Class fee: $10
Wednesday, April 13TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Donetta Brewer Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: FREE
Did you see the pretty, white three tier skirt on our mannequin? We’ll teach you how to make one for yourself. We will spend two weeks working on this project to give you plenty of time to finish. Three Tier Skirt-Part 2
Wednesday, April 20TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Donetta Brewer Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: FREE
Finish up your gorgeous skirt tonight! “Elm Creek” Block of the Month Wednesday, April 27TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class fee: $10 Pattern fee: $28.95 for pattern book
We will be doing the “Crown of Thorns” block with embroidered Easter Lilies or an Easter basket - your choice. We will be reading “The Runaway Quilt”. (Alerted that her family may have ties to the slaveholding South, Sylvia searches her attic for her great- grandmother’s quilt, a log cabin with black central squares that, according to legend, was a sign of sanctuary to escaping slaves.)
May - P.S. Mom, I Love You Mother/Daughter Tea Party
Wednesday, May 4TH at 5:30 pm Teachers: Maxine Lostetter & Paula Jordan Class fee: $15 for two participants Kit fee: $5
It’s that time again Ladies! It’s our Mother/Daughter Tea Party!! We’ve got some cute, fun projects in store for you that we are so excited about (I actually planned it like 5 months ago, that’s how excited I am)!!! Bring your daughters, sisters, moms, and we’ll do some bonding!
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Wednesday, May 18TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Maxine Lostetter Class fee: $10
Wednesday, May 25TH at 5:30 pm Teacher: Paula Jordan Class Fee: $10
We will be doing the Mother’s Favorite block with flowers embroidered in the center. We will also be reading “The Quilter’s Legacy.” (When Sylvia discovers some of her mother’s hand stitched quilts missing she sets out on a search to find them. On the way she discovers things about herself and about her mother, whom she never knew.)
Block of the Month Classes in Provo
Modern Mix Embroidered Block of the Month for the Bernina 830
Thursdays, February 24th, March 24th and April 14th 10:30 am and 6 pm Teacher: Nina Cooke Class fee: $10 per month Kit fee: $69.99 The combination of traditional blocks, contemporary fabrics, and modern-day sewing techniques (such as adding embroidered blocks) makes the “Modern Mix” the perfect name for this quilt. Come and get more comfy with your software and your 830! You will need Modern Mix software (36 designs for machine embroidery).
Floral Visions Block of the Month
Tuesdays, Feb 22nd, Mar 22nd, Apr 26th, May 31st at 1:30 pm Teacher: Donetta Brewer Class fee: $10 per month OESD’s Floral Visions Design Collection is a beautiful collection of floral and lace designs that work together as singles or in combinations. Have fun using the creative tools in your BERNINA Embroidery Software to design the quilt, and then make it using the wonderful features of your BERNINA Sewing and Embroidery machine. This is an excellent class for those that have the jumbo hoop or those that want to try multi-hooping.
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Virtual Clubs Overview In Provo & St. George
In 2009, Bernina began offering virtual clubs to help us offer our customers the latest information on Bernina machines, accessories, software, and more. We as dealers have always been fortunate to be able to attend trainings and receive extensive knowledge from nationally recognized Bernina educators. This has always helped us to learn and grow our business. Now, with our three virtual clubs (Virtual Bernina Club, All About M.E. and Software Sampler) we are able to let our customers share in the education we receive from these national educators. We will provide our customers who have recently bought new Bernina machines from us a free three month membership to one of our virtual clubs. Just ask and we will sign you up for a 2011 club membership. We have a great time and work on some really fun projects. For those wishing to sign up for the membership who have not recently purchased a new Bernina, you may join us for one month free membership, then sign up monthly for only $10 per session or $60 for the full year per club. Plan to join us for a year of fun and sign up now!
Thursday, April 28th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, April 29th at 1:00pm (St George)
The Coverup
Create an all around coverup for any occasion based on your fabric choice and embellishment preferences. Thursday, May 26th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, May 27th at 1:00pm (St George)
Appli-que-tions
Enjoy the freedom of raw edge appliqué for a great table runner, pillow top, or wallhanging.
2011 All About ME! Topics Thursday, February 3rd at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, February 4th at 12:00pm (St. George)
Embroidery on Paper (and other things)
Did you know you can embroider on paper? You can make your own gift cards for everyone and every season. We will also explore bookmarks and scrapbooking accent ideas as we learn the do’s and don’ts for embroidering on paper. We will talk about ways to achieve a similar appearance using scraps of fabric and a specialty stabilizer. We will also review needle selection in this class – what size and type are appropriate for different projects. Thursday, March 3rd at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, March 11th at 2:00pm (St. George)
Organization is the Key to Success
2011 Virtual BERNINA Club Topics Thursday, February 24th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, February 25th at 1:00pm (St George)
Zippity-Do-Dah
Zippers are practical, can be decorative, and are really “just a seam”. Learn the functional techniques for easy insertion and build confidence to use them in any situation. Thursday, March 24th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, March 25th at 1:00pm (St George)
Creative Compositions
Express yourself with fanciful composition book covers. Collaged fabrics, decorative threads and specialty machine techniques will make these little works of art a pleasure to use and display.
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And good embroidery is the key to happiness! We will take a look at projects that will help you organize your sewing area (or any room!) and review good embroidery techniques while we are doing so. We will discuss hoops – your machine probably came with more than one. When do you use which hoop and why? You will find out in this class. We will also review techniques and learn secrets for good hooping. Thursday, April 7th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, April 8th at 12:00pm (St. George)
Drawing a Blank
If you are “drawing a blank” when it comes to deciding on a project to embroider, then this class is sure to give you inspirations. We will discuss ways to find “ready-to-embroider” articles that are fast and fun. Learn more information on monogramming to personalize everything from pillowcases to shirts to coffee cups. Great projects for home dec! www.DavesBernina.com
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Thursday, May 5th at 5:00pm (Provo) Friday, May 6th at 12:00pm (St. George)
It’s a Wrap
These projects are great for covering and protecting everything from tiny notebooks to machines. We will learn embroidery techniques for adding embroidery to a pattern – how to choose the size, where to put the design, and what stabilizers and other embroidery products can be used.
Software Workshops in Provo Art Canvas Artistry
Tuesday, February 15th at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, February 16th at 2 pm Teachers: Donetta Brewer and Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 There is a lot of power in the Art Canvas. With the use of Corel Draw, we can create endless embroideries with only a few clicks of the mouse. You’ll be amazed at the things you can do with this wonderful tool.
3-D Digitize Designs
2011 Software Sampler Tuesday, February 22nd at 1:30pm (St. George) Thursday, March 3rd at 1:30pm (Provo)
Cross-Stitch Embroidery
Design a fun, small bag using the BERNINA Cross Stitch Program. Learn to use printed cross-stitch patterns, lettering, and outlining with your software. Tuesday, March 22nd at 1:30pm (St. George) Thursday, March 31st at 1:30pm (Provo)
Dimensional Embroidery
Create texture in your embroidery. Includes couching, ribbon work and tassels on a lined zippered bag. Learn to create tassels, embroidered couching and more and combine it with raw edge appliqué for a great textured effect and then insert a decorative zipper. Tuesday, April 26nd at 1:30pm (St. George) Thursday, April 21st at 1:30pm (Provo)
One Motif Many Options
Create a fun quilted wall hanging using only one motif! Experiment with different fill possibilities. Apply “in the hoop” quilting and learn to “quilt as you go”. Tuesday, May 24th at 1:30pm (St. George) Thursday, May 26th at 1:30pm (Provo)
Crazy? Quilt A Mouse Pad
Tuesday, March 15th at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, March 16th at 2 pm Teachers: Donetta Brewer and Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 Embroidery doesn’t have to lay flat on your project. Let’s create some 3-D designs to make our designs pop right off the project. This is a really fun technique and can make your designs very personal.
Craft Stitch Wows
Tuesday, April 19th at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, April 20th at 2 pm Teachers: Donetta Brewer and Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 The BERNINA software has the capability of incorporating our wonderful craft stitches into our designs. This takes our designs from hum-drum to eye catching wonders. Others will ask you where you got your design and won’t believe that you made it yourself.
Cross Stitch Wonders
Tuesday, May 17th at 6:30 pm and Wednesday, May 18th at 2 pm Teachers: Donetta Brewer and Wendy Copus Class Fee: $5 Let’s move into another one of the BERNINA programs that comes with your BERNINA Software which is the cross stitch program. There is great power in that program and we want to take the concerns and fear out of it so that you will feel comfortable using it. We don’t need to take hours to complete a cross stitch project when it can be done with our embroidery machines.
Create a “Quilted Mouse Pad” to coordinate with your décor. Learn “in the hoop” piecing techniques and embellish with embroidered decorative stitches.
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Embroidery Retreat-Provo
February 17-19, 2011
$120 for Full Retreat (includes 2 lunches and fees for full retreat) or $20 for each individual class. Does not include kit or pattern fees. Registration forms available online or in-store.
Thursday, February 17th 2-5 pm Smocking By Machine Embroidery
Wendy Copus Come and make a cute machine embroidered smocked dress for Easter for your cute little daughter or granddaughter. Kit includes pleated fabric, dress pattern, and embroidery design. Kit $37.
Embroidery & Computer Basics
Chris Chamberlain This class will cover basic embroidery info about needles, thread, stabilizer, hooping, troubleshooting, and even computer editing. Do you hold a CD or USB stick in your hand and wonder how to get that design to your machine? We will learn about downloading and storing designs on your computer, how to copy them to your stick or machine, and hopefully help you feel a little less lost. Wouldn’t it be nice to do it yourself instead of making a trip to Dave’s Bernina when you want to embroider? Bring any projects you have questions about and join our discussion. No kit.
Personalized Quilt Block (Part 2)
Donetta Brewer This class is a continuation of the Personalized Quilt Block (Part 1).
Friday, February 18th 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Home Sweet Home Pillows
Nina Cooke Make a darling pillow, picture, or wall hanging for your home. Your family, friends, and company are sure to get a kick out of your creation. It is done in cross-stitch on felt to give a very professional and polished look. It is important that you bring a small pair of sharp, curved scissors suitable for trimming embroidery threads to this class. No kit.
Cynthia Winward Come learn to make these modern linen pillows customized with “home sweet home” stitching, ‘home’ applique, and some cute little retro birds to match the colors in your home. We’ll learn how to applique, install invisible zippers, and even make the pillow forms. Kit includes 20” invisible zipper, linen fabric for pillow fronts and backs, muslin for pillow forms, 2 pounds polyfil stuffing (will make two12”x18” pillows) and “Home Sweet Home” designs. Kit fee: $26.
Personalized Quilt Block (Part 1)
Quilting Blocks By Embroidery (Part 1)
Humorous Bunnies For Your Home
Donetta Brewer Do you like to be creative and original with your quilts? The BERNINA software now allows you to create your own quilt block. We will take your own original quilt block and make a great placemat or wall hanging. Quilt blocks have a history to them, and now you can tell your own history with your original block. No kit.
Chris Chamberlain So...pretty much all quilters will make a quilt with blocks, and there are numerous ways to quilt them. How about using your embroidery machine? It is so fun to choose a pretty quilting design and watch your machine turn your quilt into a finished work of art! We will talk about thread, which designs to use, and how to hoop your blocks and borders. You should bring a small project that is ready to quilt (top, batting, and backing all sandwiched together and safety pinned) so you can play, play, play! No kit.
Thursday, February 17th 7-10 pm Personalized Upscale Water Bottle Nina Cooke You will always know which water bottle is yours! You will embroider a beautiful design on an upscale model of a water bottle. It is all done in variegated threads. You will be able to personalize with a name. Kit includes cup and threads. Kit: $8.
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Creative Jeans (Part 1)
Donetta Brewer Are you interested in tools to make your projects easier? This class uses the Border and Corners tool for easy placement as you re-hoop. At the same time, we will learn how to embroider on a pair of jeans. Take ordinary jeans and turn them into designer jeans! No kit.
Friday, February 18th 2-5 pm Baby Minkee Applique Quilt (Part 1)
Maxine Lostetter This is a perfect quilt for the little baby girl or boy in your life. Have fun making darling animals using your embroidery machine. You may use denim for the background fabric, minkee for the embroidered animals, and minkee on the back of the quilt. Kids love minkee!!! A minkee kit for the animal appliques is available for $6. You will need design pack 12152 - “Baby Minkee Appliques” for $55. If you do not have an embroidery machine, sign up to use one of the store’s machines.
Stand Alone Lace Easter Basket Wendy Copus Come and learn how to make different types of stand alone lace. Make a cute lace Easter Basket that you can fill with Easter grass and eggs. Design: $15.
Multi-Hooping Magic
Donetta Brewer Have you ever felt stifled by the size of your hoop? This class is a great way to learn how to embroider projects that are much larger than your hoop. This sampler will teach you the fundamentals of the multi-hooping process. It will also help take the fear out of rehooping.
Saturday, February 19th 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Designer Photo Mats
Paula Jordan Ever wanted to make the mat complement the picture? Here is your chance to learn how to do just that. We will be doing embroidery on mat board. Kit: $5.
Quilting Blocks By Embroidery (Part 2)
Chris Chamberlain This class is a continuation of Quilting Blocks by Embroidery (Part 1).
Creative Jeans (Part 2)
Donetta Brewer This class is a continuation of Creative Jeans (Part 1).
Friday, February 18th 7-10 pm Baby Minkee Applique Quilt (Part 2)
Maxine Lostetter This class is a continuation of the Minkee Applique Quilt (Part 1). If you are working on another applique project, you can sign up for this class and Maxine will help you finish. www.DavesBernina.com
“I’m Seeing Stars” Table Runner
Maxine Lostetter This class will make you see stars!!! We will be using Sarah Vedeler’s new star designs and turn three stars into a table runner. Sarah’s designs are so beautiful, and you will have fun embroidering them!!! We will use the Accuquilt Go cutter to cut the stars out. There is no kit available, so you can choose colors to match your decor. You will need the Special Edition of Sarah Vedeler Star designs and an embroidery machine. No kit.
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Cutwork Quilting (Part 1)
Donetta Brewer & Chris Chamberlain We will use the BERNINA cutting tool to create this quilt. This revolutionary cutting tool can save a lot of cutting time. We will make an Hawaiian Applique Quilt, and you’ll be amazed with the ease of cutting the pieces. No kit.
Saturday, February 19th 2-5 pm “Live, Laugh, Love”
Paula Jordan We will be making a framed embroidery of the saying “ Live, Laugh, Love”. We will do the embroidery, mounting, and framing. Join us to learn this nifty way to display your embroidery. Kit: $3.
Serger Club in Provo
Thursday, February 10th at 1:30 pm Class Fee: $5 Come to a fun year of learning techniques done with your serger! In the first class, we will review techniques from the original serger classes and get ready to make a wall hanging for your sewing room. We will be sewing samples and playing with fun embellishments. The supply list will be available at this class for the project for March and April. Thursday, March 10th at 1:30 pm Class Fee: $5 We will serge and embellish half of the blocks for our fun wallhanging. See how creative you can be when you use your serger to its potential.
Bunnies In The Hoop
Wendy Copus Make a cute, soft, stuffed toy in the hoop of your embroidery machine. Make one for each of your children or grandchildren for Easter. Design: $15.
Cutwork Quilting (Part 2)
Donetta Brewer & Chris Chamberlain This class is a continuation of Cutwork Quilting (Part 1).
Thursday, April 7th at 1:30 pm Class Fee: $5 We will play with the second half of the blocks and sew the top together for our wallhanging (using a one-step serger quilting technique.) Thursday, May 5th at 1:30 pm Class Fee: $5 How about serging a Log Cabin tablecloth for your summer meals or favorite picnic table? There is no backing or quilting involved, so when the top is together, you are done. Easy and fun!
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Spring RetreatSt. George
March 3-5, 2011
$100 for Full Retreat (includes 2 lunches and fees for full retreat - does not include kit or pattern fees) or $20 for each individual class Registration forms available online or in-store.
Thursday, March 3rd 7-10 pm Insulated Picnic Bag
Paula Jordan This is a great bag to take to all those outdoor games. Throw some ice in or some bottled water and you’re set to go! Or pack a picnic for your family! You’re food will stay so cool! Free pattern.
Bohemian Skirt
Tamra Cox This is an easy peasant skirt with an elasticized waist for comfort. The skirt can fit on the waist or below the waist, depending on how you adjust the elastic. There is a frayed and a finished version. You will need to get the fabric for the four-fabric version. Pattern fee: $14.
Friday, March 4th 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Heirloom Bonnet
Norma Wright With this introduction to heirloom sewing, you will create a baby bonnet using heirloom sewing techniques: pintucking, puffing, hem stitching, and more. Pattern fee: $5.
Beginning Machine Quilting
Renae Allen Have fun and build confidence with hands on quilting practice! Through discussion, demonstration, and practice, this class will introduce you to the tools, skills, knowledge, and techniques needed to machine quilt using a domestic sewing machine. Take the fear out of machine quilting by following pre-printed lines on a Skillbuilder practice panel and quilting free hand on quilt sandwiches. Discover the joy and satisfaction in developing the skills necessary to machine quilt your own beautiful quilts at home, on your machine! Kit includes: Skillbuilder I practice panel, Skillbuilder Companion book, batting, back, three quilt sandwiches, safety pins, thread. Kit fee: $35. www.DavesBernina.com
“Live, Laugh, Love”
Paula Jordan We will be making a framed embroidery of the saying “Live, Laugh, Love”. We will do the embroidery, mounting, and framing. Join us to learn this nifty way to display your embroidery. Kit Fee $3.
Friday, March 4th 2-5 pm Dots and Daisies-Part 1 Chris Chamberlain This may be one of the most fun quilts you will ever make! Dots and Daisies is an easy applique quilt that is made using your embroidery machine. The pattern includes a CD with the circle and flower designs in three different sizes! Your creativity will have no limits as you make the beautiful blocks for this quilt. The finished quilt size is 66”x 90” (twin size). If you pre-cut your fabric before class, you will come ready to play! Pattern with CD: $24.
Layered Flannel Quilt
Norma Wright Learn the method of layering and mixing blocks to create an “one of a kind” soft quilt. A great way to use your scraps stash. No kit or pattern fee.
Easy-Peasy Cathedral Window Table Runner Sue Peterson Do you love the Cathedral Windows pattern but hate all the work involved? So do I! Here is a quick and EASY way to do it all on your sewing machine! I repeat, NO HAND SEWING! You will be stunned at how easy this is to do. Come learn how to do it by making a table runner in class, and you will be kicking out these quilts in no time. I will also show you some fun variations that can keep you going. No pattern fee.
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Friday, March 4th 7-10 pm Dots and Daisies-Part 2
Chris Chamberlain This is part 2 of the Dots and Daisies quilt class. We’re giving you more time to get more blocks done.
Texture Magic Wall Flower Quilt Karalee Austin The Texture Magic Wall Flower quilt is easy and fun. The blocks are made from one Layer Cake. The small flowers are cut from behind the large flowers, and you’ll even use the leftovers from the flower backs for the flower centers. To add a little different flavor to the flowers, we will use Texture Magic on the large flowers. You will love making this quilt and then wrapping up in it on a chilly evening. Pattern fee: $19.
Miss Madeline Dress and Baby Shoes
Sue Peterson Come make this oh-so-cute dress (sizes 6 months to 4 years) and with the scraps from your dress, make some cute matching shoes. This precious peasant style dress is perfect for any little girl in your life. The shoes come together easily and are great for covering up those little piggies in style. Pattern fee: $12.
Grommet Wallet
Andrea Summerhays There is nothing like having a cute and functional wallet. This wallet is the one! It is the perfect blend of style and function with all the pockets and organization you need. Pattern fee: $10.
Boots and Bandanas - Part 1
Maxine Lostetter These boots are made for keeping you warm! We will make a quilt using the perfect cowboy boot pattern. It is an appliqué pattern done on the embroidery machine. You can use denim, suede, or bandana fabric. The perfect quilt for your favorite cowboy. Pattern and design fee: $40.
Saturday, March 5th 2-5pm Boots and Bandanas - Part 2
Maxine Lostetter Come take the second part to this class so you can work more on your quilt.
Button Up Buttercup Quilt Andrea Summerhays This is such a cute quilt from “Turning Twenty Slapplique” book. It is an easy block quilt with flowers sewn on top with button centers. Leaving the edges raw and washing gives the flowers an adorable ragged look. Pattern book: $22.
Hippy Chick Skirt Saturday, March 5th 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Seamstress Apron
Tamra Cox This cute and functional apron has pockets galore and features pockets slanted so you won’t get poked when you sit. There is a pocket for everything you’ll need while you’re sewing. You will need to get the pattern ahead of time so you can purchase your fabrics. Pattern fee: $10.
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Karalee Austin We are going to make the “Classic” skirt with a wide waistband, a variation in the strip sizes, and nice finished seams. This is a cute, easy skirt using six different fabrics. No pattern pieces are necessary because it is made from rectangles. Come join us for an afternoon of fun and sewing and go home with a new skirt. Fits sizes 10 years to 16 years. Pattern fee: $12.
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Sew Whatever – St. George
Come have fun at SewWhatEver! This club offers you a night out where you can get away from the stresses of life and enjoy doing something you like to do. It is also a chance to discover new skills, become a more experienced sewer, and take time to complete your unfinished projects. This is a “girl’s night out” you won’t want to miss. If you don’t want to do the scheduled project, feel free to bring your own unfinished project. We’ll help you get it done. We meet on the second and fourth Thursday each month from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Class fee is $10 and supplies are not included. If you have any questions, please call Dave’s Bernina in St. George at (435)656-1498. Come have fun with us and make new friends.
Kitchen Towel of the Month
Come make a kitchen towel to celebrate every month of the year! We will be embroidering, personalizing, and doing appliqué on homespun kitchen towels. The towels are $5, and the embroidery design CD is $55 (if you want to have the designs for yourself ). This project will be the fourth Thursday of each month. If you don’t have an embroidery machine, you can borrow one of ours to make your towel. Feb 10th – Minkee blanket
Thursday, February 10th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10
Learn how to work with minkee and make A REAL SOFT BLANKET! This will be your favorite blanket ever! You’ll want to snuggle with it all night long! Kitchen Towel Of The Month and Open Sew
Thursday, February 24th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10 Kit fee: $5 per towel (or you can bring your own)
Come have fun finishing your own project or embroider the March kitchen towel of the month. More Retro Apron
Thursday, March 10th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Norma Wright Class fee: $10 Pattern: $14.99
When your husband see’s you in the kitchen wearing this dainty apron, you’ll be sure to get a kiss!! www.DavesBernina.com
Kitchen Towel Of The Month and Open Sew
Thursday, March 24th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10 Kit fee: $5 per towel (or you can bring your own)
Come have fun finishing your own project or embroider the April kitchen towel of the month. Clutches
Thursday, April 14th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Tami Cox Class fee: $10 Pattern: $55 if you want CD
Come embroider a pretty clutch that you can take to prom, to a reception, or just to keep your makeup in a purse. These are a lot of fun, and there are several designs to choose from. They also make great gifts. Kitchen Towel Of The Month and Open Sew
Thursday, April 28th at 5:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10 Kit fee: $5 per towel (or you can bring your own)
Come have fun finishing your own project or embroider the May kitchen towel of the month.
Fun Classes in St. George 830 Endless Embroidery
Monday, March 14th 1:30-4:30 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $15 Kit fee: $20 To all our 830 owners: Come and learn to use the new Endless Embroidery feature on your machine. We will embroider a nice linen table runner and learn about the features on your machine so that you can make table cloths, quilts, and more!
BeDazzled Block of the Month
Wednesday, March 30th and every last Wednesday of the month after that Time: 10 am - 1 pm Teacher: Andrea Summerhays Class fee: $10 per month Kit fee: $99 for BeDazzled pattern and quilt designs (regularly $120). Fabric kits will be available for extra fee. Come and learn to make the quilt that won the International Quilt Festival for 2010. This amazing design by Sarah Vedeler is so striking, I couldn’t help but want to make it. We will use the Go! Cutter from Accuquilt to cut out most of the quilt pieces. We will teach all of the embroidery techniques needed to make this one of a kind quilt.
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FEBRUARY COUPON
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Accuquilt Go Baby! Special Price $109.00 Plus - Go Baby Accessories 25% off only one coupon per customer, see store for details.
MARCH COUPON
Save 20% on Roberts Sewing Furniture
only one coupon per customer, see store for details.
APRIL COUPON
Free Class or Club (not including Sarah Vedeler ) only one coupon per customer, see store for details.
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Isacord thread $3.49 per spool - unlimited quantities on 1 purchase only one coupon per customer, see store for details.
