Coming this Year... 2016-2017
Looking to get the most out of your Sewing Machine, Embroidery Machine, or Serger? Want to learn about the newest techniques? Want the opportunity to learn from national educators, pattern designers, and authors? Want to make new friends? If so, Aurora Sewing Center’s Sewing and Embroidery Clubs are for you!
Penny Haren
FROM CREATIVE GRIDS
We encourage everyone to join our clubs regardless of their sewing experience or kind of machine they own. We know when you see what’s lined up for this year you’ll agree...this season is sure to be the best yet. We can’t wait to see our old friends plus meet all of our new club members! WHAT ARE AURORA SEWING CENTER CLUBS?
Mary Mulari PATTERN DESIGNER
Joyce Hughes FABRIC ARTIST
• Clubs cover a wide range of topics, from quilting to crafts... there’s something for everyone! • Clubs are offerend in the morning, as well as the evening, and are formatted in a 3 hour lecture demo style. There’s no need to bring anything with you! • On Club Day, you will receive a 20% discount on all your purchases, as well as some exclusive Club Only deals!
Sign Up Today! 4 MEETINGS – $95 ($23.75 per meeting)
Any 4 months of either Sewing OR Embroidery
8 MEETINGS – $100 ($12.50 per meeting)
Gudrun Erla GE GE DESIGNS DESIGNS
ALL 8 months of either Sewing OR Embroidery
Best Deal! VIP MEMBER 16 MEETINGS – $175 ($10.94 per meeting) ALL 8 months of both Sewing AND Embroidery
Sign up before October 1st to become a VIP Member and you will receive some extra special perks: • $10 Coupon for any ONE machine repair • $10 Coupon towards any ONE class from Artists! October 2016 – June 2017 • $5 Coupon towards any ONE notion • $20 off EVERY Celebrity Event hosted by ASC from October 2016 – June 2017
NATIONAL
EAST AURORA 659 Main Street • East Aurora, NY 14052 (716) 652-2811 • Fax: (716) 652-2863 WILLIAMSVILLE 8575 Main Street • Williamsville, NY 14221 (716) 204-8350 • Fax: (716) 204-8354
www.aurorasewingcenter.com
October
Sewing CLUB
CELEBRITY GUEST: MARY MULARI
*Join us as we welcome Mary Mulari. After
years of searching for the right job, Mary Mulari discovered it at her fingertips. Always an avid sewer, Mulari found her niche designing appliqués, writing creative sewing books, and teaching. Mary will be showing us easy, creative sewing projects as seen on Nancy Zieman! EAST AURORA Thursday, October 13th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, 2:00 – 5:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Friday, October 14th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
November
HOLIDAY HOME
Nicki will show you how easy it is to make your home cozy and elegant for the Holiday. Make a classic tree skirt with a twist, plus see how simple is is to create Christmas Stockings that will become family heirlooms! EAST AURORA Tuesday, November 1st 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm Wednesday, November 2nd 10:00 am – 1:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Wednesday, November 9th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm Thursday, November 10th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
December
MAKE & TAKE
DECEMBER 6-7 HOSTED AT FOURTEEN HOLY HELPERS IN WEST SENECA This year we’ve supersized Make & Take. We’ve taken this great even off site to provide more projects, more inspiration and more fun. More details to follow!
February
FABRIC COLLAGE
Join Ina as she shows you how to make your stash sing! Learn how small pieces of fabric can add up to a spectacular fabric collage. Ina’s eye for color and this easy to follow method will guarantee a riveting class! EAST AURORA Tuesday, February 7th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm Wednesday, February 8th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Wednesday, February 15th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm Thursday, February 16th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
March
CELEBRITY GUEST: JOYCE HUGHES
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You’ll love meeting Joyce Hughes a self taught quilter and fiber artist. She designs pictorial landscape quilts using raw edge appliqué, thread painting, and a variety of embellishments. Her latest work involves thread painting on panels with STUNNING results! EAST AURORA Thursday, March 2nd 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 2:00 – 5:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Friday, March 3rd 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 2:00 – 5:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
April
CELEBRITY GUEST: PENNY HAREN OF CREATIVE GRIDS RULERS
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Learn how to organize your stash so it becomes the foundation of your next heirloom quality quilt using Creative Grids Rulers! With the right tools, you can bust that stash in a matter of minutes. Create blocks that include fudge factors so beginners to experts can sew them in a matter of minutes. EAST AURORA Tuesday, April 4th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 2:00 – 5:00 pm, OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Wednesday, April 5th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 2:00 – 5:00 pm, OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
May
GUEST: GUDRUN ERLA *WeCELEBRITY are thrilled to welcome back Gudrun Erla
of G.E. Designs! We had such a huge response to Gudruns visit last season that we knew we had to have her back! Gudrun will show off her new books and pattens including “Stripology Squared” and her BRAND NEW items that you’ll get to see before they are debuted at Quilt Market later in May. HANDS-ON CLASS: (see Events page) EAST AURORA Thursday, May 4th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, OR 2:00 – 5:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Friday, May 5th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, OR 2:00 – 5:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
June
OUTDOOR STYLE
Stitch up some fun outdoor projects with Phyllis that will spruce up your patio for the warm weather ahead. EAST AURORA Tuesday, June 6th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm Wednesday, June 7th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Wednesday, June 14th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm Thursday, June 15th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm BANQUET Tuesday, June 20th
October
Embroidery CLUB
FABULOUS FALL
We’ve got you covered for fall! Learn to make a freestanding heirloom appliqué wreath, perfect for adorning your door this autumn. Barb willl help you complete an elegant tablescape full of fall whimsy! These translucent fall leaves will drift gracefully around on any project you choose to sew them on. Free Standing appliqués using shimmery organza can be sewn out several times and scattered on your table, or attached to a string and hung as a garland. EAST AURORA Tuesday, October 18th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Thursday, October 20th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
November
HAND STITCHED HOLIDAY
These elegant hand stitched style Christmas designs will surely put you in the holiday spirit! These designs couldn’t be more perfect for a classic elegant Holiday Home. Get ready to fall in love with decorating your house for Christmas this year! EAST AURORA Tuesday, November 8th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Thursday, November 3rd, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
December
MAKE & TAKE
DECEMBER 6-7 HOSTED AT FOURTEEN HOLY HELPERS IN WEST SENECA This year we’ve supersized Make & Take. We’ve taken this great even off site to provide more projects, more inspiration and more fun. More details to follow!
February
ALL FLAKES WELCOME
Join Barb and warm up to these silly snowmen! Put these frozen guys on pillows and in frames or make a flannel quilt to snuggle with during the cold winter months. Learn the fundamentals of appliqué in the hoop. EAST AURORA Tuesday, February 14th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Thursday, February 9th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
March
LETTERING GONE WILD!
You’ll love these big, bold letters made with bright colored fabrics! These letters can be used to personalize just about anything - aprons, tea towels, pillow cases, quilts, throws, make-up bags, purses... you name it! EAST AURORA Tuesday, March 14th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Thursday, March 9th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
April
TONS OF TILES
Let Sheila show you how to get the most out of “Tile” style embroidery designs. Bold colors and geometric shapes make these novel tiling scenes a great way to bring modern flair to your home decor. You can also use these tiles for coasters, table runners or throw pillows. Use individual tile designs as building blocks for unlimited design possibilities. EAST AURORA Tuesday, April 11th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Thursday, April 20th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
May
BELLA BOW BAG
You’ll learn how to make a beautiful custom cross body bag, complete with a chic bow, decorative quilt stitching, and a lovely back flap! This In the Hoop Project is compatible with almost EVERY hoop size! EAST AURORA Tuesday, May 16th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Tuesday, May 11th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
June
HEIRLOOM EMBROIDERY
You won’t believe how gorgeous these designs are. It’s hard to tell that these stunning embroidery designs were don’t by machine and not by hand! You’ll love the classic look of french knots, entredeux and more. Perfect for your Summer wedding projects such as ring bearer pillows and handkerchiefs, not to mention Christening gowns and accessories. EAST AURORA Tuesday, June 13th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm WILLIAMSVILLE Thursday, June 8th 10:00 am – 1:00 pm OR 6:00 – 9:00 pm
BANQUET Tuesday, June 20th
Events
JOIN US ON March 4th, 2017
KIMBERBELL
Machine Embroidery Event with special guest instructors:
Kim Christopherson & Kris Thurgood Join us for 2 days of Hands-On Machine Embroidery, food & fun! You’ll make 6 projects that are perfect for the Fall & Christmas Season! We will provide EVERYTHING you need, including the machines, to make all 6 projects with pre-cut fabric kits. Plus Kimberbell’s Lecture/Trunk Show, incredible door prizes and giveaways, laughter, creativity and the opportunity to make new friends!
JOYCE HUGHES will be holding a hands-on class. More details to come!
Class space is limited...reserve your spot today! HARVEY MORIN POST 965 Saturday, October 8th & Sunday, October 9th 9:00 am – 5:00 pm One, 8 hour workshop, $199
BUST YOUR STASH with
with special guest:
Penny Haren
Learn how to organize your stash so it becomes the foundation of your next heirloom quality quilt! With the right tools, you can bust that stash in a matter of minutes. Create blocks that include fudge factors so beginners to experts can sew them in a matter of minutes. Fabric for the blocks is provided so you can begin to sew immediately. Play before you pay. Use my demo rulers to cut the fabric. Then sew a sample of the blocks to take home with you. A trunk show of multiple quilts using each ruler will inspire you to think scrappy!
Class space is limited to 12...reserve your spot today!
EAST AURORA LOCATION Thursday, April 6th 9:00 am – 12:30 pm OR 1:30 – 5:00 pm
WILLIAMSVILLE LOCATION Friday, April 7th OR Saturday, April 8th 9:00 am – 12:30 pm OR 1:30 – 5:00 pm
$29.99 Non-Club Members – Includes Kits $10 for Club Members – Includes Kits
SAVE THE DATE May 6th, 2017 GUDRUN ERLA
will be holding a HANDS-ON CLASS:
May 6th, 2017
More details to come!