Pre Cut Stash Invasion
Sew-ology Gazette January 2016
Dear Material Girl,
Happy New Year! As the holiday season wraps up and hopefully the colder weather will arrive soon, we are all ready to retreat to our sewing and craft rooms for the winter. We hope that Santa brought you everything on your list this year! And if not, treat yourself to something new. Wendy and Grady are doing great. They are out and about now so you may run into them one day at the store. We wanted to welcome all of our new Bernina Sewing Machine owners to the Material Girls and Bernina Family! January is what we like to call Bernina Boot Camp Month. If you recently purchased a Bernina from Material Girls and have not taken the time to learn how to use your machine to the its fullest potential, now is the time! Please take a moment to squeeze these classes into your schedule this month. We ask that you take your mastery classes within the first 6 months of purchasing your machines and/or software. If these dates are not conducive to your schedule this month, a new series will begin each month. Be sure when you register for classes that we have the most up to date email and phone number in case of inclement weather. We will notify you via email and/or phone messages as soon as a decision has been made and we don’t want you to miss an important message. Always call first before traveling to us if there is any doubt. We also change the store voicemail if there is any question about if we are delaying opening or closing for the day. Thank you for your continued support and keep on sewing, Amy, Robin, and Mike
Back by popular demand
Pre Cut Stash Invasion Join us in our crusade to bust down that pre cut stash Suit your style with different projects, brilliantly organized by the cut of fabric, throughout the year. Make the most of fat quarters, fat eighths, 5in and 10in squares, and 2-1/2in strips. Enjoy specially selected designs that are ideal for pre-cut fabrics—or for cutting your stash down to size. All the projects are great for beginners to advanced levels. We will meet for the day for a lesson and a sew-in so you can have a great start on completing the project.
Friday, January 15 10:00am-3:00pm
Project: Rebecca $20
University Become a Master of your BERNINA sewing machine! Now that you’ve bought your fabulous new machine, let’s learn how to use it. These classes are free to those who purchased their BERNINA sewing machine at Material Girls within the last 6 months. If you did not purchase your BERNINA from Material Girls, please call for pricing information.
PLEASE call and register for classes at least one week prior to class start date. Master Your Sewing Machine 1 For all current BERNINA models including bernettes This class is designed to be used as a step-by-step guide to familiarize you with the basic operation of your BERNINA or bernette sewing machine. Please see our website for a supply list.
Wednesday, January 6 Saturday, January 9
6:00pm-8:00pm 10:00am-12:00pm
Master Your Sewing Machine 2 For all current BERNINA models This class will explore the use of decorative stitches, machine functions, and memory with your BERNINA sewing machines. Please see our website for a supply list.
Wednesday, January 13
6:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, January 16
10:00am-12:00pm
Master Your Sewing Machine 3
Master Your Serger
For all BERNINA models: 560, 570, 580, 740, 770, 790, 880
For current BERNINA Serger Models
This class is designed to familiarize you with the exclusive creative sewing operation of your BERNINA sewing machine. Please see our website for a supply list. No machines necessary. Lecture/Demo
This class is designed to introduce you to the basic features and applications of your BERNINA overlocker.
Wednesday, January 20
6:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, January 9
1:00pm-3:30pm
Master Machine Embroidery 1
Master Machine Embroidery 2
For all current BERNINA embroidery models (560, 570, 580, 770, 790, 880) including bernettes
For all current BERNINA embroidery models (560, 570, 580, 770, 790, 880) including bernettes
This class intended to familiarize you with the features of your new BERNINA embroidery machine and embroidery supplies for success.
This class intended to familiarize you with the embroidery editing features of your new BERNINA embroidery machine
Friday, January 8
10:00am-12:00pm
Saturday, January 16
1:00pm-3:30pm
Master Your BERNINA Stitch Regulator
Mastery Your Embroidery Software
For Bernina Models that own a Bernina Stitch Regulator
For all current Version 7 Embroidery Software Owners
This class is designed to yourself with the capabilities of your BERNINA Stitch Regulator. Please see our website for a supply list.
Monday, January 11 Saturday, January 23
10:00am-12:00pm 12:00pm-2:00pm
This class is designed to make you more comfortable with the basic and more advanced features in Version 7 Software.
Editing Basics Saturday, January 30
10:00am-12:00pm
Welcome to our new sew-cial hangout! These lessons are designed to keep you hip and cool in your craft. Plus learning a little something new too!
Lessons that focus on machine embroidery techniques, stabilizers, embroidery placement and design collections. Empower yourself to overcome the fear of machine embroidery and enjoy embroidery success.
Friday, January 22
10:00am-1:00pm
$15
This month’s lesson: Celebration Squares-learn how to create these versatile squares right in your embroidery hoop Cracking the DesignWorks Software mystery. Each meeting will demonstrate simple DesignWorks Software techniques and lesson to inspire the use of the DesignWorks tools. Lessons for those that own DesignWorks software modules– Cut, Paint, and/or Crystal. Friday, January 29
10:00am-12:00pm
$15
This month’s lesson: Cutwork Applique: creating designs with ease using the Shapes tools combines with Intersect, Weld, and Trim Tools Take learning your Bernina Embroidery Software to the next level. Join us for a hands on software lesson as you navigate how BERNINA Embroidery Software 7 can be incorporated into every embroidery project. Two opportunities to choose from! Fridays OR Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm
Starting in February
$150 for the entire year
WIP
(10 Lessons)
Join us for a day of fun, food, friendship and the fabulous feeling of finally finishing a project. A teacher will be on hand to assist you if you have any questions. Please bring a dish to share for lunch and snack. Please register to reserve your seat
Monday, January 18 10:00am-3:00pm
Arcadia Avenue Quilt Along Learn the art of paper piecing! We will meet each month for a sew in as we work through the quilt that features 12 unique and modern hexagon quilt blocks. We will meet once a month from January-April. Wednesday, January 13 10:00am-1:00pm OR Saturday, January 30
12:30pm-3:30pm
(4 week course)
$40
Amy
Free Motion Quilting Are you ready for some free motion quilting? Whether you are new to free motion quilting or already have some experience, you will walk away with lots of ideas on how to finish your quilt tops as we explore varies shapes and spaces Guided practice exercises will leave you with confidence to tackle your unquilted projects.
Do you love this quilt? A kit is available to make yours just like it!
Wednesday, January 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb. 10 10:00am-12:00pm OR 6:00-8:00pm (5 week course) $80
Charlotte
Are your blocks complete? Our final meet up is this month. We will cover the topics of trimming and quilt assembly, as well as show and tell Saturday, January 23
10:00am-11:30am
Class Symbol Key =Beginner
New to sewinglearning how to rotary cut, use a sewing machine, and to read a pattern.
=Advanced Beginner Comfortable with your sewing machine, how to rotary cut, and basic sewing terminology.
=Intermediate
Confident sewer that is looking for a challenge and a new technique. Pre-class work may be required.
=Advanced
A skilled sewer that is comfortable with any sewing technique. Pre class work may be required.
Be My Valentine! Bench Pillow Cover Learn fusible and machine appliqué techniques while creating interchangeable bench pillow covers each month. Thursday, January 7 (1 week course)
Stepping Stones Stepping Stones was designed to teach a simple concept using 2 strips of contrasting color fabrics to create a very simple and appealing block. The quilt uses 2 1/2” strips and leftover pieces go into creating the border. Prep work is required before class start. Saturday, January 23 (1 day course)
10:00am-4:00pm $60
Joyce
Cameo Craft Club 101 Learn how to use your Silhouette to its fullest potential each month. We are going to start at the very beginning this year. This month we will learn how to open a design, load, and cut paper. Must own a Silhouette Cameo or Portrait Thursday, January 21 Wednesday, January 27
10:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm
$10 if Silhouette was purchased at Material Girls $20 if Silhouette was purchased at another Retailer
10:00am-1:00pm $30
Charlotte
Beginner Quilting will start in February Learn to quilt! We will teach you all the basics as you construct a great baby size quilt. You will learn quilt terminology, rotary cutting, sewing machine basics, piecing, quilting, and binding. February 3rd through March 23rd Wednesday evenings for 8 weeks from 6:00pm-8:00pm
$125
www.materialgirlsquilt.com 301-392-9575 Store Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-6:00pm
Sat 9:30 am-4:00pm
Dear Material Girl,
Happy New Year! As the holiday season wraps up and hopefully the colder weather will arrive soon, we are all ready to retreat to our sewing and craft rooms for the winter. We hope that Santa brought you everything on your list this year! And if not, treat yourself to something new. Wendy and Grady are doing great. They are out and about now so you may run into them one day at the store. We wanted to welcome all of our new Bernina Sewing Machine owners to the Material Girls and Bernina Family! January is what we like to call Bernina Boot Camp Month. If you recently purchased a Bernina from Material Girls and have not taken the time to learn how to use your machine to the its fullest potential, now is the time! Please take a moment to squeeze these classes into your schedule this month. We ask that you take your mastery classes within the first 6 months of purchasing your machines and/or software. If these dates are not conducive to your schedule this month, a new series will begin each month. Be sure when you register for classes that we have the most up to date email and phone number in case of inclement weather. We will notify you via email and/or phone messages as soon as a decision has been made and we don’t want you to miss an important message. Always call first before traveling to us if there is any doubt. We also change the store voicemail if there is any question about if we are delaying opening or closing for the day. Thank you for your continued support and keep on sewing, Amy, Robin, and Mike
Back by popular demand
Pre Cut Stash Invasion Join us in our crusade to bust down that pre cut stash Suit your style with different projects, brilliantly organized by the cut of fabric, throughout the year. Make the most of fat quarters, fat eighths, 5in and 10in squares, and 2-1/2in strips. Enjoy specially selected designs that are ideal for pre-cut fabrics—or for cutting your stash down to size. All the projects are great for beginners to advanced levels. We will meet for the day for a lesson and a sew-in so you can have a great start on completing the project.
Friday, January 15 10:00am-3:00pm
Project: Rebecca $20
University Become a Master of your BERNINA sewing machine! Now that you’ve bought your fabulous new machine, let’s learn how to use it. These classes are free to those who purchased their BERNINA sewing machine at Material Girls within the last 6 months. If you did not purchase your BERNINA from Material Girls, please call for pricing information.
PLEASE call and register for classes at least one week prior to class start date. Master Your Sewing Machine 1 For all current BERNINA models including bernettes This class is designed to be used as a step-by-step guide to familiarize you with the basic operation of your BERNINA or bernette sewing machine. Please see our website for a supply list.
Wednesday, January 6 Saturday, January 9
6:00pm-8:00pm 10:00am-12:00pm
Master Your Sewing Machine 2 For all current BERNINA models This class will explore the use of decorative stitches, machine functions, and memory with your BERNINA sewing machines. Please see our website for a supply list.
Wednesday, January 13
6:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, January 16
10:00am-12:00pm
Master Your Sewing Machine 3
Master Your Serger
For all BERNINA models: 560, 570, 580, 740, 770, 790, 880
For current BERNINA Serger Models
This class is designed to familiarize you with the exclusive creative sewing operation of your BERNINA sewing machine. Please see our website for a supply list. No machines necessary. Lecture/Demo
This class is designed to introduce you to the basic features and applications of your BERNINA overlocker.
Wednesday, January 20
6:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, January 9
1:00pm-3:30pm
Master Machine Embroidery 1
Master Machine Embroidery 2
For all current BERNINA embroidery models (560, 570, 580, 770, 790, 880) including bernettes
For all current BERNINA embroidery models (560, 570, 580, 770, 790, 880) including bernettes
This class intended to familiarize you with the features of your new BERNINA embroidery machine and embroidery supplies for success.
This class intended to familiarize you with the embroidery editing features of your new BERNINA embroidery machine
Friday, January 8
10:00am-12:00pm
Saturday, January 16
1:00pm-3:30pm
Master Your BERNINA Stitch Regulator
Mastery Your Embroidery Software
For Bernina Models that own a Bernina Stitch Regulator
For all current Version 7 Embroidery Software Owners
This class is designed to yourself with the capabilities of your BERNINA Stitch Regulator. Please see our website for a supply list.
Monday, January 11 Saturday, January 23
10:00am-12:00pm 12:00pm-2:00pm
This class is designed to make you more comfortable with the basic and more advanced features in Version 7 Software.
Editing Basics Saturday, January 30
10:00am-12:00pm
Welcome to our new sew-cial hangout! These lessons are designed to keep you hip and cool in your craft. Plus learning a little something new too!
Lessons that focus on machine embroidery techniques, stabilizers, embroidery placement and design collections. Empower yourself to overcome the fear of machine embroidery and enjoy embroidery success.
Friday, January 22
10:00am-1:00pm
$15
This month’s lesson: Celebration Squares-learn how to create these versatile squares right in your embroidery hoop Cracking the DesignWorks Software mystery. Each meeting will demonstrate simple DesignWorks Software techniques and lesson to inspire the use of the DesignWorks tools. Lessons for those that own DesignWorks software modules– Cut, Paint, and/or Crystal. Friday, January 29
10:00am-12:00pm
$15
This month’s lesson: Cutwork Applique: creating designs with ease using the Shapes tools combines with Intersect, Weld, and Trim Tools Take learning your Bernina Embroidery Software to the next level. Join us for a hands on software lesson as you navigate how BERNINA Embroidery Software 7 can be incorporated into every embroidery project. Two opportunities to choose from! Fridays OR Saturdays 10:00am-12:00pm
Starting in February
$150 for the entire year
WIP
(10 Lessons)
Join us for a day of fun, food, friendship and the fabulous feeling of finally finishing a project. A teacher will be on hand to assist you if you have any questions. Please bring a dish to share for lunch and snack. Please register to reserve your seat
Monday, January 18 10:00am-3:00pm
Arcadia Avenue Quilt Along Learn the art of paper piecing! We will meet each month for a sew in as we work through the quilt that features 12 unique and modern hexagon quilt blocks. We will meet once a month from January-April. Wednesday, January 13 10:00am-1:00pm OR Saturday, January 30
12:30pm-3:30pm
(4 week course)
$40
Amy
Free Motion Quilting Are you ready for some free motion quilting? Whether you are new to free motion quilting or already have some experience, you will walk away with lots of ideas on how to finish your quilt tops as we explore varies shapes and spaces Guided practice exercises will leave you with confidence to tackle your unquilted projects.
Do you love this quilt? A kit is available to make yours just like it!
Wednesday, January 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb. 10 10:00am-12:00pm OR 6:00-8:00pm (5 week course) $80
Charlotte
Are your blocks complete? Our final meet up is this month. We will cover the topics of trimming and quilt assembly, as well as show and tell Saturday, January 23
10:00am-11:30am
Class Symbol Key =Beginner
New to sewinglearning how to rotary cut, use a sewing machine, and to read a pattern.
=Advanced Beginner Comfortable with your sewing machine, how to rotary cut, and basic sewing terminology.
=Intermediate
Confident sewer that is looking for a challenge and a new technique. Pre-class work may be required.
=Advanced
A skilled sewer that is comfortable with any sewing technique. Pre class work may be required.
Be My Valentine! Bench Pillow Cover Learn fusible and machine appliqué techniques while creating interchangeable bench pillow covers each month. Thursday, January 7 (1 week course)
Stepping Stones Stepping Stones was designed to teach a simple concept using 2 strips of contrasting color fabrics to create a very simple and appealing block. The quilt uses 2 1/2” strips and leftover pieces go into creating the border. Prep work is required before class start. Saturday, January 23 (1 day course)
10:00am-4:00pm $60
Joyce
Cameo Craft Club 101 Learn how to use your Silhouette to its fullest potential each month. We are going to start at the very beginning this year. This month we will learn how to open a design, load, and cut paper. Must own a Silhouette Cameo or Portrait Thursday, January 21 Wednesday, January 27
10:00am-12:00pm 6:00pm-8:00pm
$10 if Silhouette was purchased at Material Girls $20 if Silhouette was purchased at another Retailer
10:00am-1:00pm $30
Charlotte
Beginner Quilting will start in February Learn to quilt! We will teach you all the basics as you construct a great baby size quilt. You will learn quilt terminology, rotary cutting, sewing machine basics, piecing, quilting, and binding. February 3rd through March 23rd Wednesday evenings for 8 weeks from 6:00pm-8:00pm
$125
www.materialgirlsquilt.com 301-392-9575 Store Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30am-6:00pm
Sat 9:30 am-4:00pm
