PFAFF Newsletter AWS
1st Quarter 2013
Country Traditions
Edition
Where Friendships & Quilting Traditions Begin
AUTHORIZED
PFAFF
PFAFF DEALER
PFAFF Newsletter Stitchers Garden II STARTING February 16th at 11:30am Registration fee: $74.99 *includes all the monthly patterns
The Holidays have come and gone, the Tree has been put away, and life begins to slow down at the start of a new year. I always look forward to the start of a new year, it gives me a reason to do some purging of older projects, and make a list of all the projects I hope to make and complete over the course of the next year.
Creative Center Coordinator Scott
The Creative Center is bursting with new projects and techniques for you to learn, and tryout this next year. Start with learning how to do Cutwork embroidery using your Embroidery Machine while making a table runner. February is full of fun embroidery and machine classes. Starting out our month of Embroidery is the embroider-a-block “Feathered Star Sampler”. This exciting project is Pieced, Embroidered and Quilted all in the Embroidery Hoop. Join Scott the next week to make a simple placemat that is pieced and quilted in the embroidery hoop as well. The next week learn how to use PFAFF’s New Grand Endless hoop to make a fast and simple Table Runner. Also Starting in February is “Stitchers Garden II”. This fun 6 month Block of the Month project will show you how to use many of the different feet available for your machine and how they can be used to make this great applique quilt that is full of texture.
Join us in March and learn how a little mylar can make your embroidery shimmer while stitching out some flowers from Purely Gates “Luminous Garden” CD. Also in March help us welcome Chris Dolinar from PFAFF’s Corporate Office in TN, as she presents a 6 hr workshop on combining Quilting and Embroidery. Chris brings 10+ years of educating consumers and loves a huge variety of techniques that can be applied to all areas of sewing. With her unique style, passion and humor, you are guaranteed to have fun as she shows you ways to make your sewing faster and easier, with unique customization. We are excited to announce the start of our 2nd Stitchers Garden Project. This fun six-month April is PFAFF’s National Convention. While it is top secret what we are going to project will feature a couple of different presser be learning, don't miss our “See what is NEW from Pfaff event April 29-May 4. feet for your machine each month, along with lots Wishing you a Happy 2013 with time for lots of Quilting Happy Quilting of fun ideas of how to use the decorative stitches on your machine.
Scott
The Class will meet the 3rd Saturday of each month from 11:30am -12:30pm from February 16th through July 20th.
Country Traditions 330 North Main
Why buy from Country Traditions Complimentary “Lifetime” Owners Classes $600.00 Value 1 year Birthday Machine Check Up $45.00 Value Thank You 20% Shopping Spree $100.00 Value Knowledgeable Pfaff Certified Support Team $Priceless (Over 60 years of combined “Pfaff” experience) On-Site Certified “Pfaff” Technician Email Us
[email protected]
Fremont, NE 68025
Shop Online Anytime!
(402)721-7752
www.countrytraditionsonline.com
C reative C enter s ewing •
s quilting • serging machine
Store Hours Mon.-Fri. 10-5:30 Thurs. 10-8:00 Sat. 10-5
PFAFF Machine ClasSes PFAFF “Owner” Classes Pfaff Owners Class Registrations are complimentary with purchase of your machine from Country Traditions. Some additional supplies may be required. Country Traditions Class Policies still apply.
Machine Owners 1: (Covers all Sewing Machines in the PFAFF line up) Thursday, February 14
6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Learn the basics of your machine, ranging from cleaning & maintenance, to moving around your machine to practical stitches & techniques. Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies
PFAFF
Machine Owners 2: (Covers all Sewing Machines in the PFAFF line up) Thursday, February 28
6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Explore the world of decorative sewing. Find out how easy it is to do machine applique, create unique effects using a twin needle & even do cross stitches with your machine. Also learn stabilizer basics & see how they will add to your creativity.
Machine “Technique” Classes TNT - Threads, Needles, & Tension Friday January 25
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Scared of changing your tension? Not sure what needle to use with which thread? Come & play with different thread, needles, and the dreaded tension & learn how these three work together to create stunning works of art. Registration: $59.99 + supplies ($19.99 + Supplies for CT Owners)
Above & Beyond Machine Owners Thursday February 7
6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Take your machine to the next level with this class. Learn to create labels on your binding, see how much fun it is to create your own stitches in “Stitch Creator”, plus much more! Class covers the Expression 3.0, Expression 4.0, & all Creative Machines. Registration: $59.99 + supplies ($19.99 + Supplies for CT Owners)
Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies Machine Owners 3: (Covers all Sewing Machines in the PFAFF line up) Thursday, March 14 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm Quilting with your PFAFF is a breeze! See how easy it is to set your machine for free-motion quilting, or thread your machine with invisible thread and create the look of hand quilting with your machine. Also learn to create your own labels using the built-in alphabets on your machine. Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies Machine Owners 4: (Covers all Embroidery Machines in the PFAFF line up)
Thursday, March 28
6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Learn the basics of your embroidery machine while we create a simple project that will have you work through sizing, rotating, moving, precise positioning, & stitching out your design. Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies All Day Machine Owners: (Covers all Sewing Machines in the PFAFF line up) Saturday, January 26 10:30 am-4:30 pm Friday, March 8 10:30 am-4:30 Pm This All-Day class covers all the information given in Machine Owners 1-3. Registration: $179.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies
Country Traditions Class Polices: Reservations are required for All Classes, Retreats, and Events. PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION TO HOLD YOUR PLACE IN CLASS. Complete class supply lists will be given when you register for the class. Classes require three or more students, register at least a week before the class date for the class to be held. Please sign up early to ensure the class is a go. If the class is cancelled by Country Traditions due to low enrollment, your class fee will be refunded. If the class is postponed due to weather the class will be rescheduled. Handi Quilter class students will complete their projects on the shop’s Handi Quilters. Register early since space is limited.
Sergers Owners 101: Covers all Sergers in the PFAFF Line Up
Thursday, January 17, 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm Come & Learn the Ins & Outs of your new serger from cleaning & maintenance to changing from one stitch to another stitch.
Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies
PFAFF EVENT!! Discover how PFAFF is Quilting with Embroidery March 16, 2013 10:00am - 4:00pm Join Chris Dolinar from PFAFF’s Corporate Office in LaVergne TN, and learn how to combine quilting and embroidery. You will gain hands on experience as you sew and quilt throughout this event while using a PFAFF Creative Sensation. Chris brings 10+ years of educating consumers and loves a huge variety of techniques that can be applied to all areas of sewing. With her unique style, passion and humor, you are guaranteed to have fun as she shows you ways to make your sewing faster and easier, with unique customization.
Embroidery Classes Cutwork Runner Thursday January 31 6:00pm-9:00pm Create a simple but elegant Cutwork Embroidery Table Runner, using Pfaff’s Cutwork Embroidery Starter Kit and some Precise Positioning of Designs
Registration: $19.99 + embroidery kit and supplies
Embrioder-a-Block Feathered Star Sampler Feb 2, April 6, June 1, Aug 3, Oct 5 For the Quilter that wants to take their skills to the next level, we have the embroider-a-block Feathered Star Quilt that is quilted and pieced in the hoop.
Registration: 199.99 + Fabric and Supplies
Quilted Placemats Friday February 8 10:00am-1:30pm See how easy it is to piece and quilt a placemat completely in your Embroidery Hoop using a new Design collection by Rita’s Best Designs.
Registration: $19.99 + embroidery kit and supplies
Grand Endless Runner Friday February 15 10:00am-1:30pm
Register TODAY to reserve your spot! You are not going to want to miss this exciting event!
Learn to Use Pfaff’s Grand Endless Embroidery Hoop while making fast and easy Table runner
Discover how PFAFF is Quilting with Embroidery Registration Fee $19.99. Register by March 9th and receive your Registration Fee back in Store Cash Bucks!
Registration: $19.99 + Grand Endless Hoop and supplies
Mylar Luminous Garden Thursday March 7 6:00pm-9:00pm Learn how to add some glimmer to your embroidery without using any metallic thread. Add some mylar instead to add that little pizzazz!
Registration: $19.99 + embroidery kit and supplies Most HQ class fees include a quilt top already loaded on the machine. So that we may commit to our teachers, sorry there is NO refund or rescheduling if you cancel. Please check class dates and your own calendar carefully before registering. If an emergency occurs, you can send a friend in your place. Please arrive early for class if you need to gather your supplies, so class can start on time. Students are encouraged to purchase their class project supplies from Country Traditions. In appreciation, students purchasing supplies from Country Traditions will receive a 20% discount on their class supplies. Visit
www.countrytraditionsonline.com to see class projects and to Register for classes on line.
Country Traditions 330 North Main Fremont, NE 68025
Come & Visit Our Wide Selection Of:
7,000 Bolts of Quality Quilting Fabrics
Quilting Supplies & Classes Pfaff & HQ Creative Center Home Decor, Gifts & Collectibles
To Our Friend:
Visit Us Online! countrytraditionsonline.com Store Hours M-F 10-5:30, Thur 10-8, Sat 10-5 Email: [email protected]
Phone (402)721-7752
Creative Sensation ActivStitch - Achieve perfect embroidery results even with novelty threads like mylar and metallic. Stitch Creator Applique It is a built-in, fully automatic function that creates appliques with breakthrough precision and speed without the need for additional software. Stacking Stitches - These built- in stitches are designed to be “stacked” or sewn on top of each other with two thread color options. Each pair is pre-tested to deliver perfect results regardless of the fabric you are using. Enhanced Feeding Performance - Provides perfect feeding regardless of the fabric - from chiffon to denimand even when there is not much feed such as when piecing small triangles together to create your Quilt top!
refer a friend ....If you are a Country Traditions PFAFF owner & you Refer a Friend who purchases their “New” PFAFF from Country Traditions & they mention your name, you could receive a Gift Certificate from Country Traditions of up to $100.00!*
DID YOU KNOW? You Can Piece and Quilt in the Embroidery Hoop. More and more designers are creating pieced quilts that are pieced and quilted almost completely in the Embroidery hoop, eliminating the need to worry about that exact 1/4” Seam and precise rotary Cutting. One of the design companies leading in this type of embroidery is our friends at HoopsSisters, All of their design combine piecing and quilting in the hoop. We are excited to be offering an Embroirder-a-Block of the Month “Feathered Star” starting in February 2013. Since you are piecing and quilting in the hoop, you need to use batting instead of traditional stabilizer to do your embroidery. Hoop Sisters has designed a new product called “Battalizer” that combines the feel and look of batting and the strength and stability of a traditional stabilizer. All of the quilting designs that come with this project are from the award winning quilter Sharon Schamber. Sharon has created many more quilting embroidery designs that will take any quilt from ordinary to extraordinary. Stop by Country Traditions to learn more about this project and check out Sharon’s Quilting Collections.
Country Traditions
Edition
Where Friendships & Quilting Traditions Begin
AUTHORIZED
PFAFF
PFAFF DEALER
PFAFF Newsletter Stitchers Garden II STARTING February 16th at 11:30am Registration fee: $74.99 *includes all the monthly patterns
The Holidays have come and gone, the Tree has been put away, and life begins to slow down at the start of a new year. I always look forward to the start of a new year, it gives me a reason to do some purging of older projects, and make a list of all the projects I hope to make and complete over the course of the next year.
Creative Center Coordinator Scott
The Creative Center is bursting with new projects and techniques for you to learn, and tryout this next year. Start with learning how to do Cutwork embroidery using your Embroidery Machine while making a table runner. February is full of fun embroidery and machine classes. Starting out our month of Embroidery is the embroider-a-block “Feathered Star Sampler”. This exciting project is Pieced, Embroidered and Quilted all in the Embroidery Hoop. Join Scott the next week to make a simple placemat that is pieced and quilted in the embroidery hoop as well. The next week learn how to use PFAFF’s New Grand Endless hoop to make a fast and simple Table Runner. Also Starting in February is “Stitchers Garden II”. This fun 6 month Block of the Month project will show you how to use many of the different feet available for your machine and how they can be used to make this great applique quilt that is full of texture.
Join us in March and learn how a little mylar can make your embroidery shimmer while stitching out some flowers from Purely Gates “Luminous Garden” CD. Also in March help us welcome Chris Dolinar from PFAFF’s Corporate Office in TN, as she presents a 6 hr workshop on combining Quilting and Embroidery. Chris brings 10+ years of educating consumers and loves a huge variety of techniques that can be applied to all areas of sewing. With her unique style, passion and humor, you are guaranteed to have fun as she shows you ways to make your sewing faster and easier, with unique customization. We are excited to announce the start of our 2nd Stitchers Garden Project. This fun six-month April is PFAFF’s National Convention. While it is top secret what we are going to project will feature a couple of different presser be learning, don't miss our “See what is NEW from Pfaff event April 29-May 4. feet for your machine each month, along with lots Wishing you a Happy 2013 with time for lots of Quilting Happy Quilting of fun ideas of how to use the decorative stitches on your machine.
Scott
The Class will meet the 3rd Saturday of each month from 11:30am -12:30pm from February 16th through July 20th.
Country Traditions 330 North Main
Why buy from Country Traditions Complimentary “Lifetime” Owners Classes $600.00 Value 1 year Birthday Machine Check Up $45.00 Value Thank You 20% Shopping Spree $100.00 Value Knowledgeable Pfaff Certified Support Team $Priceless (Over 60 years of combined “Pfaff” experience) On-Site Certified “Pfaff” Technician Email Us
[email protected]
Fremont, NE 68025
Shop Online Anytime!
(402)721-7752
www.countrytraditionsonline.com
C reative C enter s ewing •
s quilting • serging machine
Store Hours Mon.-Fri. 10-5:30 Thurs. 10-8:00 Sat. 10-5
PFAFF Machine ClasSes PFAFF “Owner” Classes Pfaff Owners Class Registrations are complimentary with purchase of your machine from Country Traditions. Some additional supplies may be required. Country Traditions Class Policies still apply.
Machine Owners 1: (Covers all Sewing Machines in the PFAFF line up) Thursday, February 14
6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Learn the basics of your machine, ranging from cleaning & maintenance, to moving around your machine to practical stitches & techniques. Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies
PFAFF
Machine Owners 2: (Covers all Sewing Machines in the PFAFF line up) Thursday, February 28
6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Explore the world of decorative sewing. Find out how easy it is to do machine applique, create unique effects using a twin needle & even do cross stitches with your machine. Also learn stabilizer basics & see how they will add to your creativity.
Machine “Technique” Classes TNT - Threads, Needles, & Tension Friday January 25
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Scared of changing your tension? Not sure what needle to use with which thread? Come & play with different thread, needles, and the dreaded tension & learn how these three work together to create stunning works of art. Registration: $59.99 + supplies ($19.99 + Supplies for CT Owners)
Above & Beyond Machine Owners Thursday February 7
6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Take your machine to the next level with this class. Learn to create labels on your binding, see how much fun it is to create your own stitches in “Stitch Creator”, plus much more! Class covers the Expression 3.0, Expression 4.0, & all Creative Machines. Registration: $59.99 + supplies ($19.99 + Supplies for CT Owners)
Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies Machine Owners 3: (Covers all Sewing Machines in the PFAFF line up) Thursday, March 14 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm Quilting with your PFAFF is a breeze! See how easy it is to set your machine for free-motion quilting, or thread your machine with invisible thread and create the look of hand quilting with your machine. Also learn to create your own labels using the built-in alphabets on your machine. Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies Machine Owners 4: (Covers all Embroidery Machines in the PFAFF line up)
Thursday, March 28
6:00 pm- 9:00 pm
Learn the basics of your embroidery machine while we create a simple project that will have you work through sizing, rotating, moving, precise positioning, & stitching out your design. Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies All Day Machine Owners: (Covers all Sewing Machines in the PFAFF line up) Saturday, January 26 10:30 am-4:30 pm Friday, March 8 10:30 am-4:30 Pm This All-Day class covers all the information given in Machine Owners 1-3. Registration: $179.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies
Country Traditions Class Polices: Reservations are required for All Classes, Retreats, and Events. PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION TO HOLD YOUR PLACE IN CLASS. Complete class supply lists will be given when you register for the class. Classes require three or more students, register at least a week before the class date for the class to be held. Please sign up early to ensure the class is a go. If the class is cancelled by Country Traditions due to low enrollment, your class fee will be refunded. If the class is postponed due to weather the class will be rescheduled. Handi Quilter class students will complete their projects on the shop’s Handi Quilters. Register early since space is limited.
Sergers Owners 101: Covers all Sergers in the PFAFF Line Up
Thursday, January 17, 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm Come & Learn the Ins & Outs of your new serger from cleaning & maintenance to changing from one stitch to another stitch.
Registration: $59.99 (complimentary for CT Owners) + Supplies
PFAFF EVENT!! Discover how PFAFF is Quilting with Embroidery March 16, 2013 10:00am - 4:00pm Join Chris Dolinar from PFAFF’s Corporate Office in LaVergne TN, and learn how to combine quilting and embroidery. You will gain hands on experience as you sew and quilt throughout this event while using a PFAFF Creative Sensation. Chris brings 10+ years of educating consumers and loves a huge variety of techniques that can be applied to all areas of sewing. With her unique style, passion and humor, you are guaranteed to have fun as she shows you ways to make your sewing faster and easier, with unique customization.
Embroidery Classes Cutwork Runner Thursday January 31 6:00pm-9:00pm Create a simple but elegant Cutwork Embroidery Table Runner, using Pfaff’s Cutwork Embroidery Starter Kit and some Precise Positioning of Designs
Registration: $19.99 + embroidery kit and supplies
Embrioder-a-Block Feathered Star Sampler Feb 2, April 6, June 1, Aug 3, Oct 5 For the Quilter that wants to take their skills to the next level, we have the embroider-a-block Feathered Star Quilt that is quilted and pieced in the hoop.
Registration: 199.99 + Fabric and Supplies
Quilted Placemats Friday February 8 10:00am-1:30pm See how easy it is to piece and quilt a placemat completely in your Embroidery Hoop using a new Design collection by Rita’s Best Designs.
Registration: $19.99 + embroidery kit and supplies
Grand Endless Runner Friday February 15 10:00am-1:30pm
Register TODAY to reserve your spot! You are not going to want to miss this exciting event!
Learn to Use Pfaff’s Grand Endless Embroidery Hoop while making fast and easy Table runner
Discover how PFAFF is Quilting with Embroidery Registration Fee $19.99. Register by March 9th and receive your Registration Fee back in Store Cash Bucks!
Registration: $19.99 + Grand Endless Hoop and supplies
Mylar Luminous Garden Thursday March 7 6:00pm-9:00pm Learn how to add some glimmer to your embroidery without using any metallic thread. Add some mylar instead to add that little pizzazz!
Registration: $19.99 + embroidery kit and supplies Most HQ class fees include a quilt top already loaded on the machine. So that we may commit to our teachers, sorry there is NO refund or rescheduling if you cancel. Please check class dates and your own calendar carefully before registering. If an emergency occurs, you can send a friend in your place. Please arrive early for class if you need to gather your supplies, so class can start on time. Students are encouraged to purchase their class project supplies from Country Traditions. In appreciation, students purchasing supplies from Country Traditions will receive a 20% discount on their class supplies. Visit
www.countrytraditionsonline.com to see class projects and to Register for classes on line.
Country Traditions 330 North Main Fremont, NE 68025
Come & Visit Our Wide Selection Of:
7,000 Bolts of Quality Quilting Fabrics
Quilting Supplies & Classes Pfaff & HQ Creative Center Home Decor, Gifts & Collectibles
To Our Friend:
Visit Us Online! countrytraditionsonline.com Store Hours M-F 10-5:30, Thur 10-8, Sat 10-5 Email: [email protected]
Phone (402)721-7752
Creative Sensation ActivStitch - Achieve perfect embroidery results even with novelty threads like mylar and metallic. Stitch Creator Applique It is a built-in, fully automatic function that creates appliques with breakthrough precision and speed without the need for additional software. Stacking Stitches - These built- in stitches are designed to be “stacked” or sewn on top of each other with two thread color options. Each pair is pre-tested to deliver perfect results regardless of the fabric you are using. Enhanced Feeding Performance - Provides perfect feeding regardless of the fabric - from chiffon to denimand even when there is not much feed such as when piecing small triangles together to create your Quilt top!
refer a friend ....If you are a Country Traditions PFAFF owner & you Refer a Friend who purchases their “New” PFAFF from Country Traditions & they mention your name, you could receive a Gift Certificate from Country Traditions of up to $100.00!*
DID YOU KNOW? You Can Piece and Quilt in the Embroidery Hoop. More and more designers are creating pieced quilts that are pieced and quilted almost completely in the Embroidery hoop, eliminating the need to worry about that exact 1/4” Seam and precise rotary Cutting. One of the design companies leading in this type of embroidery is our friends at HoopsSisters, All of their design combine piecing and quilting in the hoop. We are excited to be offering an Embroirder-a-Block of the Month “Feathered Star” starting in February 2013. Since you are piecing and quilting in the hoop, you need to use batting instead of traditional stabilizer to do your embroidery. Hoop Sisters has designed a new product called “Battalizer” that combines the feel and look of batting and the strength and stability of a traditional stabilizer. All of the quilting designs that come with this project are from the award winning quilter Sharon Schamber. Sharon has created many more quilting embroidery designs that will take any quilt from ordinary to extraordinary. Stop by Country Traditions to learn more about this project and check out Sharon’s Quilting Collections.
