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We hope this newsletter finds you and your family enjoying the busy
summertime. My summer has been filled with baseball, baseball, T-ball,
and a little hockey just to mix things up. My boys and I already kicked
off the summer with a wonderful, relaxing week at the beach in the
Outer Banks. Since then, the focus has been getting our class schedule
together to have great classes, blocks of the month, and sewing opportunities for you this fall.
On Saturday, August 18th we will have our Fall New Class Open House
so you can see the new samples and register for classes. You will receive a 15% off discount on all supllies purchased for classes on this
day. Many of the teachers will be on-site to answer questions regarding
their class and help you pick out fabrics.
Saturday, September 29th will bring DEMO DAZE to Stitch. From
11-2 you will participate in 6 mini class demos, eat, and have fun. Get a
few friends together and enjoy this lovely fall day.
We are now open every Sunday from noon until 4. The third Sunday
of the month free open sewing is available in our classroom space. Get here
early, as space is limited to approximately 10 sewers.
Please continue to check our website and facebook page and read our
e-mails to get the latest news on sales and store happenings, and closings.
Toledo‛s only Baby Lock
and BERNINA sewing
machine store. We are
proud to say
that training and
service is our focus.
We have a full-time
on-site sewing machine
technician servicing all
brands of
sewing machines.
Happy Sewing!
Allison and the staff at Stitch
Sewing Machine Mastery Classes
After your first class when you pick up your machine, you will learn the details of your
new machine during these 5 classes. These classes are free with a new or used purchase
of a sewing machine from Stitch . Make sure to register early, as we limit this class size.
Dates: Sun 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 10/7, 10/14 10:00
Weds 8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29 6:00
Weds 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28 6:00
Garment Sewing Classes at Stitch
Garment Sewing and Quilting classes will be labeled in the following manner: B-beginner, I-intermediate,
A-advanced. Taking Intro to Garment Sewing is a pre-requisite before taking any beginner, intermediate, or
advanced classes, unless you can demonstrate your basic sewing knowledge to be able to skip this class. All
garment sewing classes require the student to arrive at class with pattern cut out and ready to begin sewing.
Intro to Garment Sewing
If you have never sewn a garment, transferred a pattern to fabric, and cut it out, this is a
must have class. In fact, we are making it a prerequisite before taking the beginning garment sewing classes. Pattern reading, understanding the grainline, transferring a pattern,
and cutting it out will be discussed and demonstrated. Various types of fabric and sewing
notions will also be shown.
Instructor: Janni Juhasz
Date & Time: 9/6 6:00 or 10/2 10:00
Cost: $20 + book Sewing 101
Pull-on Lounge Pants B
Taking what you have learned from the Intro To Garment Sewing class, you will make a
pull-on pair of lounge pants out of woven fabric with an elastic waist.
Instructor: Janni Juhasz
Date & Time: 9/22
1:00, 10/6 12:00
Cost: $25 + Kwik
Sew #3602 adult or
#3589 youth and
supplies
Side-Tie Tank Top or
Dress B
Taking what you
have learned from
the Intro To Garment Sewing class,
you will make a top
or dress that has a tie
inserted in the casing of the neckline. The
armholes and neckline are finished with
facing.
Leader: Allison Fox
Date: 9/26 10:00
Cost: $30 + Kwik Sew #3610 and supplies
Tank Dress I
The simple styling of this tank
dress has a zipper closure in the
back. Cotton linen was used in
our store sample, but would be
gorgeous in other fabrics such as
silk for the holidays.
Instructor: Janni Juhasz
Date: 10/12 10:00
Cost: $30 + Kwik Sew 3855
pattern & supplies
Dolman Sleeve
Boatneck Top I
The boat neckline
on this top is finished with self fabric
binding. It has a dolman
sleeve and the right side seam is gathered
with drawstring casings.
Instructor: Janni Juhasz
Dates: 10/26 10-1
Cost: $25 plus Kwik Sew #3694 and supplies
Cut-out Shoulder
T-Shirt I
This cotton pullover
top has a dolman
sleeve and shoulder
openings.
Instructor: Janni Juhasz
Dates: 9/25 10-1
Cost: $20 plus Kwik Sew #3880 and supplies
Dressy Silk Sleevles
Top I
This top is dressy in
silk and would be
fitting for a holiday
party. The simple halter
styling is close fitting and
cut on the bias. Facings, elastic, and casings are all part of the construction.
Instructor: Allison Fox
Dates: 10/5 12:00
Cost: $25 plus Kwik Sew #3308 and supplies
Matching Aprons I
Mother, daughter, and
doll can all match when
they’re cooking in the
kitchen or cleaning the
house. The pattern has
a flounce, patch pocket,
and ties at the back neck
and waist.
Instructor: Janni Juhasz
Dates: 10/28 12:00
Cost: $25 plus Kwik Sew #3787 and supplies
Birdie Sling Purse I
This is a large, one-strap
purse designed by Amy
Butler and it looks
amazing with a large,
fun print. The construction is fairly simple.
You will be required to
come to class with the pattern
pieces
and interfacing cut out and ready to sew.
Instructor: Pat Gase
Dates: 9/23 12-3
Cost: $30 plus pattern and supplies
Rug Hooking
In this monthly workshop style class you
will cut felted wool into strips and weave
them into a backing fabric. Stunning designs for art and durable rugs can be made
for use in your home. Beginners to advanced rug hookers are always welcome.
Instructor: Cindi Gay
Dates: 8/25, 10/20, 11/17, 12/8 10-12:30
Cost: $25
Quilting Classes at Stitch
Basic Machine Piecing B
We start at the very beginning teaching
you how to fold fabric, cut, sew a 1/4”
seam allowance, press correctly, do basic
machine quilting, and attach binding with
mitered corners. After this class, you will
be prepared to tackle more difficult quilting patterns.
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Dates: 8/11 or 10/13 9-3
Cost: $85 includes kit, use of machine,
thread, and supplies
Beyond The Basics of Quilting
This is the class to take after Basic
Machine Piecing. Half-square, Quartersquare, and Flying Geese units are taught
in this class. After learning these techniques, you will be able to make almost
any pieced quilt pattern.
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Dates: 9/11 & 9/18 4-7 or 11/6 & 11/20
Cost: $45
Freemotion
This class covers the basic techniques to
become a good freemotion quilter so that
you can complete your quilting projects on
your own.
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Dates: 9/9 1-3
Cost: $20
Hand Applique’
This method of preparation using Templar
and starch will help you to get the cleanest
edges on your applique pieces. Hand applique is a relaxing, portable sewing art.
Instructor: Kathy Bradford
Cost: $20 + supplies
Dates: 10/16 or 12/12 10:30-12
Hand Quilting
Learning the correct technique for a rocking stitch is essential to hand quilting to
make stitches smaller and quilts more
durable. It is a relaxing technique.
Instructor: Allison Fox
Cost: $20
Dates: 9/12 or 11/14 10:00-11:30
Foundation Paper
Piecing
This technique
entails sewing on
lines to make a pattern and get precise
points. Once the
method is learned,
it is a great way to make small, precise
blocks and patterns.
Instructor: Allison Fox
Cost: $20 + supplies (kit is available)
Dates: 9/28 & 10/19 10-11:30
Binding a Quilt
Bad binding can make a great quilt look
poorly finished. Learn the mathematical
manner to make perfectly fitted borders.
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Dates: 10/27 1-2
Cost: $10
Perfect Mitered Borders
Nearly once a week someone asks, “How
do I make my borders have that picture
frame look?” We decided a technique class
on mitered borders could benefit many of
you.
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Dates: 10/27 2:30-3:30
Cost: $10
Casserole Carrier
This is a round dish
carrier that is adorable
and quick to make.
Make multiple carriers
for different seasons
of the year in fun
fabrics. We have lots
of Christmas fabrics in stock for you to
choose from!
Instructor: Kathy Bradford
Dates: 9/5 1-3 or 10/23 10:30-12:30
Cost: $25+ KS3772 pattern and supplies
available)
Shimmering Leaves
From the book Flip Your
Way to Fabulous Quilts
you will create this
stunning fall leaf quilt. Instructor: Kathy Bradford
Dates: Oct. 13 12-3
Cost: $25 + book (kit is
Prairie Point
Poinsettia Tree
Skirt
Simple, yet stunning tree skirt that
would be beautiful
in non-traditional
Christmas colors
as well as traditional
red and green. Instructor: Kathy Bradford
Dates: 9/22 or 11/2 10-12:30
Cost: $25 + pattern (kit is available)
Hunter’s Star
This is a technique
based class using the
Hunter’s Star ruler. You
may make one block
and finish it as a pillow, tote, or just for
practice; or, turn this into a full size quilt.
Instructor: Pat Gase
Dates: 9/13 6-8 or 10/18 10-12
Cost: $25 + ruler
Haven Stone Quilt or
Tri-Recs Quilting Technique
Get a curved pieced
look with wonky
triangles using the
Tri-Recs ruler to
creative this lovely
quilt. Our sample is
made in earth tones.
Instructor: Marietta
Thomas
Dates: 10/27 10-12
Cost: $25 + book +
ruler (kit available)
Lasagna Quilt
Hoffman Bali Pops
work great for this
strippy quilt. It is
quick, easy, and
stunning! Come
see our sample.
Instructor: Glenda
Kelly
Dates: 9/30 1-3 or 11/10 1-3
Cost: $25 + supplies
BQ2 Quilt
The BQ pattern lineup
from Maple Island
Quilts are stunners
that are very easy to
make. You can easily
piece this top in a day.
Instructor: Marietta
Thomas
Dates: 11/11 12-2
Cost: $25 + pattern and supplies
BQ3 Quilt
The BQ pattern
lineup from Maple
Island Quilts are
stunners that are
very easy to make.
You can easily
piece this top in a day.
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Dates: 10/24 4-6
Cost: $25 + pattern and supplies
Ruler Bag
This tote with handles is terrific for storing
or hauling your cutting mats and rulers.
Leader: Kathy Bradford
Dates: 11/20 1-3
Cost: $25+ pattern and supplies
Scrap Bag
Make a pincushion
and a scrap bag sewn
up together to use by
your machine for those
threads you cut as you
are piecing. It is adorable!
Instructor: Kathy Bradford
Dates: 11/27 10:30-12:30
Cost: $25 + pattern and supplies
Curves for Squares
The Curves for Rectangles ruler is one of
a range of rulers created to make cutting
gentle curves from
squares and rectangles simple and easy,
made by Creative Grids. Cut gentle curves
from six different sizes of rectangles that
are easy to piece.
Instructor: Glenda Kelly
Dates: 12/1 1-3
Cost: $25 plus ruler
Fractured 9 Patch
Make traditional
9 patch blocks,
cut them apart,
and sew them
back together for
a completely different twist on a
quilt. Fabric choice
can make the same
technique look com-
pletely different.
Instructor: Ingrid Parton
Dates: 10/14 1-3 or 12/2 2-4
Cost: $25 + supplies (kit available)
Tea Towel Apron
Turn a Tea Towel into a cute apron.
Instructor: Glenda Kelly
Dates: 12/9 2-3
Cost: $15 + supplies
Wool Applique
Wool applique can be stitched down by
hand or machine. We use the same preparation process and transfer method using
Steam-A-Seam II Lite and the Applique
Pressing Sheet.
Leader: Allison Fox
Dates & Time: 9/14 10:00 a.m.
Cost: $25 plus supplies
Kanzashi
Wallhanging
Clover has
done it again
with their
Kanzashi
flower makers. This is a
very easy way to make dimensional flowers for applique quilts.
Instructor: Kathy Bradford
Dates: Sept. 20 6-7:30
Cost: $20
Fiber Arts Sampler
If you are amazed by Art Quilts, but don’t
know where to begin explore this exciting sewing escape with local artist, Chris
Haines, in 6 technique classes:
Sept. 20 6-8 Surface Design
Sept. 27 6-8 Paint & Ink
Oct. 4 6-8 Crayons & Paintstiks
Oct. 11 6-8 Computer Fabric Embellishing
Oct. 18 6-8 Felting on Embellisher
Oct. 25 6-8 Silk Netting
Instructor: Chris Haines
Cost: $25/class or all 6 for $120
Stack-N-Whack Quilt
This kaleidoscope quilt is an old favorite.
Let us help you pick the perfect fabric to
get amazing results.
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Cost: $45 + book and fabric
Dates: 10/3 & 10/10 4:00-7:00
Events
New Class Open House
See the beautiful new samples on Saturday, August 18th, meet many of the
teachers, and save 15% on all class supply
purchases this day only!
Date: Saturday, August 18 10-4
Baby Lock Educator Mystery Project
Are you envious of the way Sherlock Holmes
can take a few clues to solve a mystery? Join
Baby Lock Educator, Kathy Stipe, for a fun
filled hands-on class to make a mystery project.
Although it’s top secret information, here are a
few clues.
1.There are four Baby Lock machines involved.
2.The first machine transforms the original look of the fabric.
3.Another machine initializes an additional clue.
4.The third machine uses only bobbin thread and leaves a
space between each stitch.
5.Before leaving the scene, the last machine Waves goodbye.
Date: Sep 8 or 9 10:00
Cost: $20 includes project & snack
Demo DAZE
With new notions coming out often and
old ones that are still goodies, a demonstration day to inspire you to create is in
order. Come share the day with us and
some of your close sewing friends.
Instructors: Various
Date: Sept. 29 11-2
Cost: $20 includes lunch, demos, & prizes
Open Sewing Sundays
One of the things we miss most since closing Black Swamp Quilt Shoppe are the
many sewers we came to know through
open sewing on Tuesdays and Quilt &
Cuisine. Come spend time with us at the
shop the 3rd Sundays of the month. There
is no charge, but you must reserve your
spot by calling to register, as space is
limited.
Dates: 7/15, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18,
12/16 from Noon until 4:00
Black Friday Sale & Demos
On Friday, November 23rd and Saturday,
November 24th there will be great savings
on items throughout the store, including
Baby Lock and BERNINA sewing machines. Watch future emails and facebook
posts for coupons.
Holiday Open House &
Cookie Exchange
On Saturday, December 22nd at noon we
will have a Holiday Cookie Exchange.
Bring 3 dozen cookies and take 3 dozen
different cookies home. You will need to
provide your own container for transporting. There of course will be sales, a drawing, and some appetizers provided by the
staff at Stitch.
Block of the Months
Stitcher’s Garden II
This six month BOM
program gives you the
opportunity to utilize
your sewing machine
and feet. twin quilt. A
few of the techniques
used include:
* PINTUCKING
* TWIN and WING needles
* BOBBINWORK
* TWISTED floss in front of the needle on
vines.
* FRINGE or TAILOR TACK
* COUCHING rick rack
* CIRCULAR attachment
* RUFFLER
* BINDER foot
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Cost: $25/month plus tax (Does not
include sashing, borders, backing, batting,
or thread).
Instructor: Marietta Thomas
Cost: $25/month
Dates: 9/8, 10/6, 11/3,
12/1
Bella Garden
by McKenna
Ryan
McKenna Ryan
creates a beautiful garden in
her latest art
quilt and fabric
combination.
Butter- flies, dragonflies, and song birds
flutter among a sunny array of natural wild
flowers. Finished Size 69” x 76”.
Instructor: Allison Fox
Cost: $40/month includes fabric and patterns for 6 months
Dates: The blocks will be ready the first
Sunday of the month September through
February.
4 Seasonal Wool Tablerunners
3 of the seasonal wool tablerunners are
pictured above. They have a contemporary
feel and are stunning. They may be hand
or machine stitched.
Instructor: Allison Fox
Cost: $64.99 per quarter
Dates: 9/6, 12/6, 3/7/2013, 6/6 at 7:00
Anita’s Holiday Fusible Applique Quilt
This is one block from the holiday applique quilt. You
may do hand
or machine applique using traditional methods
or the fusible
technique. It is
adorable! Come
in to see the
sample at the Open House in August.
Cost: $23/month
Dates: Blocks will be ready by the first
Sunday of each month for nine consecutive months.
Contemporary Wool Floral Block of the
Month
We are so excited to begin a new 9 month
wool block of the month with our beautiful hand-dyed wools! This is a much
more contemporary wool look than we
have shown before. There are 9 blocks in
the finished quilts and the cost is $45 per
month for the pattern and wool. Sashing,
borders, and backing are at an additional
cost.
Instructor: Allison Fox
Cost: $45/month
Dates: 9/11,
10/13, 11/10, 12/8
at 11:00
Lakeview Primitives Wool Block
of Month
This is a deal!
We have many
kits ready with
patterns and in the
past charged $35/month. This year it will
be $25/month.
Date: Pick up anytime during the month
after the first Sunday.
Wildflowers in Wool Block of Month
A similar deal to the Lakeview Primitives,
we did this in the past for $40/month, but
this year it will be $30/month.
Date: Pick up anytime during the month
after the first Sunday.
Block of the Month Sampler
This is a continuation of a $10 buy in
block of the month that uses Civil War
fabrics. You must have the previous
month’s block completed to receive the
next block at no charge.
Dates: 9/13, 10/11, 11/8, 12/13 at
10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m.
Monthly
onthly Groups
Software Sampler
During this monthly meeting we will explore the amazing features of BERNINA
version 6 Designer Plus Software. This
is a webinar based class with hands-on
computer work following. You must bring
your own laptop with the software loaded
to participate. Or, you may try it out for
one month for free.
Instructor: Darlene Folk
Cost: Free for the first year with a software purchase, $10 each month after that.
Dates: Aug. 5 12-2
Sept. 9 12-2
Oct. 7 12-2
Nov. 4 12-2
Scrap Club
Come share in the comradery while cutting up scraps for the free pattern that is
provided one Tuesday each month.
Instructor: Kathy Bradford
Cost: $5/month
Dates: 8/7, 9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11 12:302
Embroidery Club
Embroidery Club is free for 12 months after you purchase your embroidery machine
from Stitch. All makes are welcome.
Instructor: Allison Fox
Cost: $10/session
Dates: 8/18, 9/15, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
10:00
Serger Club
Serger Club is free for 12 months after
you purchase your serger from Stitch. All
makes are welcome.
Instructor: Allison Fox
Cost: $10/session
Dates: 8/18, 9/15, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15 1:00
Services Available at Stitch
Machine Cleaning and Repair
As a protective courtesy to you, no matter
what brand of sewing machine you own,
it is in your best interest to make sure you
have it serviced by a certified technician
for that brand if it is still under the manufacturer’s warranty, or you will void your
warranty. BERNINA machines have a 20
year warranty and Baby Lock machines
have a 25 year limited warranty. Brian
Meyer is our on-site, full-time certified
technician on both of these brands. We do
service all brands of sewing machines.
Maintaining Your Sewing Machine
This is a free class on Saturday, November
3rd at 12:00 to discuss general maintenance, tips and tricks, and overall care of
your sewing machine. Brian Meyer, our
full-time Baby Lock and BERNINA technician will be your guide!
Embroidered Quilt Lables
We will make a customized quilt label for
you for $35. You need only provide the
text you would like embroidered with payment. The turnaround time is one week.
6 styles will soon be available to choose
from and will be posted on our website.
Personal Sewing Classes
If you would like some personal attention
while learning to sew a garment, quilt, or
other project, you can always request a
one-on-one class.
Instructor: Varies
Cost: $25/hour
Dates: As requested
Free Design Services for Your Custom
Sewing Space
We offer free design services to help you
create your ideal custom sewing space.
Bring in the dimensions of your room and
we will work with you to make it your
dream sewing space! If a visit to your
home is needed, we can arrange that also.