The Stitchery
Summmer 2012 Newsletter
YOUR JANOME & ELNA SEWING MACHINE DEALERSHIP AND FRIENDLY,
PERSONALIZED QUILT CONSULTANTS
Please check out all the classes in this newsletter
that meet only once.
Summer schedules are hectic,
so we have incorporated many, many quick,
one time only classes in our Summer Newsletter.
The Stitchery
1129 E. Grand River
Howell, MI 48843
(517) 548-1731
[email protected]
thestitcheryonline.com
Mon. thru Fri.
9 AM to 6 PM,
Sat, 9 AM to 4 PM,
Closed Sun
DATES TO REMEMBER
SUMMER SIDEWALK SALE
Friday & Saturday, July 13 • 9 am to 6 pm &
July14 • 9 am to 4 pm
50% Off Clearance Fabrics & selected store samples.
Christmas Fabrics and books and patterns are now on the floor,
and discounted 20% during this sale.
“THE STITCHERY CLASS PASS”
Even better than before, because of the short duration of this newsletter and its classes, we are reducing the
cost of the Class Pass to only $40, for classes starting July 1 thru Labor Day. Sign up for as many classes as
you like for only $40! (Excludes Sewing for Kids, Twisted Bargello, Janome and Embroidery CLubs) Spend
the hot summer days and nights in cool comfort at The Stitchery, and get some fall and Christmas sewing
done early!
PUMPKIN PATCH RUN SHOP HOP,
October 18, 19 & 20, 9 AM to 7 PM
Join us for a fun filled weekend with $pecial $ales, Progressive
Quilt Projects, demonstrations, prizes, raffles and plenty of
fun. Participating shops are Sew What, Guildcrafters, The
Stitchery, Monarch Quilts, Jennifer’s, The Quilt Patch and
Material Girls. This year’s Progressive quilt can be made
into a full size quilt, or several table runners for quicker
projects.
Passports go on sale soon,
check with your local quilt shop!
Quilting Classes
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Lasagna Quilt I & II
Twisted Bargello
Grab a jelly roll or any combination of forty 2 ½” strips
and join me for a quick easy quilt top to make in no
time at all. This time, I’ve also added a variation to it by
adding 2 ½” separating squares to give it a more stylish
appeal. This top is so easy to put together, it makes a
great lap quilt, gift for a graduate, or in my case, I added
two borders and gave it as a wedding gift. The batik
Jelly rolls, from Moda, Island Batik
and Timeless Treasures make it
quick and easy, because all your
strips are already cut!
MEETS: Saturday, Aug. 18, 10-3
INSTRUCTOR: Sue Reid
FEE: $30
LEVEL: Novice
Darlene is back with her lovely Twisted Bargello quilt.
All of those who have taken it are really happy with
the results of this unique pattern. It can be made as a
wall hanging or bed quilt. With 20 blending fabrics, this
pattern is very dimensional and is put together using a
unique “puzzle” piecing technique.
The pattern for this quilt is only
available to those who sign up for
the class.
MEETS: 2 times, Saturday, Aug. 11
& Sept. 8, 9:30-2:30
INSTRUCTOR: Darlene Leosh
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $75, pattern included
Sew Fun for Kids
This strip pieced tree skirt goes together like a breeze.
Cut wedges using a 10 degree wedge ruler to achieve a
“swirl effect”. This tree skirt will bring pleasure to you
every Christmas for many years
to come.
MEETS: 1 time, Saturday, July 21,
9:30-4
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Spangler
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $25
Join Mary for this 4 day workshop for kids. Included with
this class is an Elna Sew Easy, Sew Fun sewing machine!
Your child will learn how to operate the machine, as
well as make four easy, confidence building projects.
Day 1 will involve learning about the machine as well as
making a duffle bag, Day 2, they will make the 20 minute
pillowcase, (even though it will take a little longer than
20 minutes for beginners!), Day 3 will be a pair of pull on
shorts or “jammers”, Day 4 will be a simple appliqued pot
holder. Gather a few friends and come learn to sew!
MEETS: 4 times, Monday thru Thursday, Aug. 13, 14, 15
& 16, 10-12
INSTRUCTOR: Mary Glynn
LEVEL: Novice
FEE: $249, includes Elna Sew
Easy, Sew Fun machine, Limit 4
students ages 8 and up
Wedged Patchwork Tree Skirt
Beginners Luck
Learn how to machine applique circles to make this
charming quilt. The sample is made with Aunt Grace
reproduction prints, but it would
look great in any style of fabrics.
MEETS: 2 times, Wednesday,
Aug. 8 & 22, 10-3
INSTRUCTOR: Diane Simmons
LEVEL: Beginner
Jack & Jill Hat
It’s summer and you’ll want to protect your favorite little FEE: $30
one from the UV rays of the summer sun. Join us for this
one time only class and make this cute
Scalloped Placemats
little hat. Available in girl or boy styles,
Learn to make an easy scalloped edge with these sweet
sizes, teeny tiny to XXlarge.
placemats.
MEETS: Wednesday, Aug. 8, 9-12
MEETS: Tuesday, July 31, 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Barb Pinneo
INSTRUCTOR: Mary
Level: Beginner
Posuniak
FEE: $15
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $15
Quilting Classes
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Little Twister Xmas Twisted Wreath
Have you used the Little Twister
tool yet? Join Mary to make this
attrative seasonal wall hanging
and get the top done in one
session!
MEETS: Sat., Aug. 4, 10-4
INSTRUCTOR: Mary Posuniak
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $20
Sew On The Go Tote
Make this great tote for yourself or a quilting friend. It’s
large enough to hold your mat and long rulers. There
are interior pockets for sewing
supplies. Its generous size lets
you pack everything you need for
a project into one well organized
bag.
MEETS: 2 times, Tuesday, Aug. 7 &
14, 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Spangler
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $25
Zippered Lunch Tote
Do you pack your lunch every day? Or is there a
student in your family that carries
a lunch to school? Create your
own unique 10” X 12” insulated,
zippered tote that is ideal for just
such a purpose. It would also be
cute as a small purse, making it
with a longer webbed strap, or a
self fabric strap.
MEETS: Wednesday, Aug. 8, 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Sue Reid
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $15
We are now conducting Scrap Therapy as a Club.
There will be a $5 charge for each class you attend,
and you can work on any of the Scrap Therapy
patterns on any given night. If you haven’t been able
to attend one of the cutting sessions and would like
to start using up all your scraps, just join us on a
Friday evening and we’ll get you started!
PLEASE CALL TO SIGN UP BEFORE THE
SESSION YOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND,
SO THAT WE KNOW YOU ARE COMING.
MEETS: Friday, July 13 & 27, Aug. 10 & 24, 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Spangler
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $5 per session
Finish It Clinic
Due to popular demand, this workshop is now meeting
every month, on the last Saturday! Do you have one
or more unfinished projects that you haven’t gotten to?
Is there a question of how do I sash this, or what kind
of border would look best? This workshop is designed
to take your quilt blocks or quilt top and help you get
it done! Gather one or more projects you’d like to
finish & come and join us! If you have taken the class
here at The Stitchery for one of the unfinished objects,
there will be no charge for you. We now have several
“regulars” who come every month, join us, make some
new friends, and get it done!
MEETS: Saturday, July 28, 9-4 & Saturday, August 25,
9-4
INSTRUCTOR: Ruth Spangler or Susan Reid
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $10 per meeting, supplies purchased the day of
class for finishing your projects, 20 % Off the day of
class.
$15 OFF ANY MACHINE SERVICE
at The Stitchery
Bring your machine in during the summer months, when you aren’t sewing as much for a cleaning,
oil & adjust the tensions, and prepare for your fall sewing!
Valid thru 8/31/12, coupon must be presented at the time the machine is brought in, not when it is picked up!
Technique Classes
Project Levels
Novice
No prior sewing
experience necessary.
Beginner
You must have some
experience in given area,
for example: quilting class,
you should have rotary
cutting experience and
know how to achieve
accurate 1/4” seams.
Intermediate
Must have prior
experience in
the technique used, this
should not be your first or
second project.
Advanced
This type of class is for the
very experienced quilter
or seamstress.
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In The Round Wall Hanging
Using the 5/7 Sewing Revolution ruler, and the Dee by Dee ruler we
will create a beautiful wall hanging. This
class will teach you the basics of The Sewing
Revolution & Dee by Dee ruler: and get
your imagination going as to the unlimited
possibilities of these great products.
MEETS: 2 times, Tuesday, Aug. 21 & 28, 1-4
INSTRUCTOR: Barb Pinneo
LEVEL: Intermediate
FEE: $25
Learn How to Use Your Sewing Machine
Do you have a sewing machine sitting in your closet you don’t know
how to use? Want to learn? We will teach you how to use it. Make
sure the machine is in good working condition and that you have any
accessories that came with the machine along with the owner’s manual,
if you have one. We will teach you how the machine works and what
you need to know to keep it properly maintained.
We’ll stitch out samples in class and discuss how different stitches
are used and how different feet and
attachments can be used with the
machine.
MEETS: Mon., Aug. 20, 9-12 or Thurs.,
Aug. 23, 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Young
LEVEL: Novice
FEE: $15
Rotary Cutting Basics
A Must for beginners! Make the most of your rotary cutter and rulers
too. Learn how to safely and correctly use your rotary cutter. This
class will give you a better understanding of the various markings on
your rulers and teach you how to align them with your fabric for easier
and more precise cutting. Learn how fabric grain affects your cutting
as we square our fabric and cut different
shapes in class. If you have fabric to cut
for a particular quilt, bring it along. You
will need some larger pieces to cut, so
if you do not have a project in mind,
muslin will work too.
MEETS: 1 time, Monday, July 23, 9-12 or
Thursday, July 26, 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Young
LEVEL: Novice
FEE: $15
Technique Classes
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Binding Basics
Learn everything you need to know to calculate, cut and
sew your binding. We’ll talk about traditional bindings,
self-bindings and specialty bindings, as well. We will teach
you how to calculate yardage for your binding and the
proper way to cut straight or bias binding. If you have
trouble figuring out how to connect the two ends once
you’ve sew around your quilt or trouble mitering odd
angles, we’ll cover that too. Feel free to bring a project
you need to bind or just come to learn techniques for
your next project. Bring your sewing machine if you
would like to stitch samples during class.
MEETS: Tuesday, Aug. 7, 9-12 or Friday, Aug. 10, 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Young
LEVEL: Novice
FEE: $15
Applying Borders
There is a right way and a wrong way to apply borders.
If you are having trouble with your quilt borders not
lying flat, or the long arm quilters say they “wave and
pucker” come join me for this informed class on just
how to measure and accurately apply borders. Some
quilts may have 2, 3 and even 4 borders, learn the
techniques for them all.
MEETS: Wednesday, Aug. 22, 9-12 or 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Sue Reid
LEVEL: Novice
FEE: $15
Linus
Project
Meets the third Friday of every
month from 9-4. Everyone is welcome! Join
fellow quilters to create quilts for children
in need of a hug. This is an informal group.
Fabric is provided, just bring your machine and
a desire to make new friends!
Friday, July 20 & August 17, 9-4
A Gardner’s Alphabet-Block of the Month
This group is currently working on a “gardner’s
alphabet” Block of the Month. Join them anytime to
see how hand embriodery and crayons are used to
create a lovely block, make the whole quilt, or just a
block or two.
MEETS: Tuesdays, July 24,
August 28, 6-9
INSTRUCTOR: Sharon Allen
LEVEL: Beginner
FEE: $15 per month for the
first month for complete
guidence by the instructor,
then kit fee only there after
Sit & Stitch
Join your friends twice a month here at The Stitchery
to work on your current projects by hand. This is
an open forum with the classroom reserved just for
you! Come and share ideas and hints with fellow
quilters and appliquers! There is no charge, just
bring what you’d like to work on.
July 12 & 26, 1-4
August 9 & 23, 1-4
On all classes, you will receive a 10% discount on books, patterns, fabric &
notions needed for your classes. Please remember to ask for your class discount on supplies!
Quilting
CLUB
Guilds
Many Quilt & Sewing guilds meet in
our area. If you wish to join a group of
fellow quilters who share your love of
quilting and join in their activities, here is
a list of active groups in our area.
GUILDS THAT MEET AT
THE STITCHERY
Howell American Sewing Guild
meets the third Wednesday of the month from
1-4, July 18 & Aug. 15
HOWELL
The Howell Melon Patchers
meets every Wednesday at
The American Legion Hall form 10:30-3:30
Contact Diane Sterzinger (517)546-5196
OTHER GUILDS THAT MEET
IN THE AREA
BRIGHTON
Casual Quilters
meets the first Monday of every month at
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Rickett Rd.
Meeting starts at 7 pm.
Contact: Ruth Spangler (810) 229-9485
Heritage Quilters
meets the third Friday of every month at
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, icket Rd.
Meeting starts at 9:30 am.
Contact: Linda Siefried (517) 546-0347
LINDEN
Common Threads
meets every Wednesday morning, 9:30-211:30
in the basement of Linden Presbyterian Church.
SWARTZ CREEK
Mitten State Smockers
meets the first & third Thursday of the month,
6-8 pm. Contact Lisa Jaros, (810) 220-2710
Embroidery
This Club is open to owners of all embroidery machine brands.
Each month, we will be creating new projects that are designed
to teach you more about your machine, as well as designs,
software and other products available to give you the most
professional looking embroidery possible. There will be a $10 fee
for Janome & Elna owners who have purchased their machines
from The Stitchery, for all others the class fee will be $20.
Wednesday, July 18,
10-1 or 6-9
Embellish Your Jeans
You’ll be able to say ”yes I did!”,
instead of I could have when someone
asks if you did your jeans. Learn how
to place and prepare your pants for
embroidery.
Wednesday, August 15, 10-1 or 6-9
Coasters in the Hoop
You’ll find yourself making these over and over. Make several
to use as quick gifts, or a full set for every room and décor.
(Design set from GG Designs)
JANOMEClub
This Club is open to owners of Janome Memory Craft
& Elna Haute Couture & Excellence models only. Each
month, we will be using different aspects of our sewing
machines, other than straight stitch features, to create
giftables and other very useful projects. If you have
purchased your machine at The Stitchery, there will
be no charge other than the supplies needed for class.
For all others, there will be a $20 fee. Get new ideas
and join your sewing friends as we share new and
past projects made in Janome Club. Pre-registration
is a must! Classes are limited to 8 students, early
registration is recommended.
Monday, July 2, 10-1
or Tuesday, July 3, 6-9
Frill It Up
Choice of fabric will make this pillow a great accessory
for your home. Learn to use the ruffler and the narrow
hem foot to create this awesome pillow
Monday, August 6, 10-1
or Tuesday, August 7, 6-9
Crocheted Lace Edging
Create the look of hand crocheted lace edging by
machine. Apply this technique to an item of your
choice, pillowcase, hanky or dish towel. Book available
by Cindy Losekamp.
Class Polices to Register:
To sign up for a class you must pre-register and pay
the class fee in order to reserve your space. If you
wish to call to sign up, you may pay by Visa,
Mastercard, or Discover. You may also send a check
in the mail. However, your space is not reserved
until the check is received.
CANCELLATIONS: We know things can happen and
should you need to cancel, give us a 5 day notice
prior to your class. A store credit will be issued
for the amount of the class fee.
SUPPLIES: All classes require a sewing machine in
GOOD WORKING ORDER! If you have not had
your machine serviced in the last year, please make
arrangements to bring it in before class for
cleaning, oiling and tension adjustments. If you have
had it serviced, but use it infrequently, lubricate it,
change your needle and purchase good threads.
Basic sewing supplies for classes include scissors, pins,
seam ripper, pencil and paper. Check supply list for
specific notions needed for each class. If you have
supplies at home, please bring them with you.
However, we are counting on the sales of supplies
and fabric to help pay instructors. On all classes, you
will receive a 10% discount on books, patterns, fabric
& notions needed for your classes. Please remember
to ask for your class discount on supplies!
PLEASE NOTE: Your instructors insist on quality
materials and many specific products to ensure good
results, and we have worked closely with them to
have in stock exactly what they want you to use in
the classroom. ALSO: Class periods are for
imparting information to you, the student, and handson practice. Our quilting workshops are for piecing
the top only. Everyone works at different rates and
with different levels of understanding. Some people
may finish their projects in class and some may not in
the allotted time. We feel that the knowledge gained
and implemented is more important than a finished
project. Also, please be considerate of others and
leave your children at home.. HAVE FUN!
Sale thru July 7, 2012
The Stitchery
1129 E. GRAND RIVER
“THE PROMENADE” Shopping Center
Howell, MI 48843
For Our Special Quilting Friend
Time Sensitive Mail
-Postmaster please deliver in a time sensitive manner.
From Flint: Take U.S. 23 South -to exit
M59 west, go approximately 8 miles to
traffic light at Latson Rd. and turn left
heading south. Travel approximately 1.5
miles to Grand River Ave. and turn right
heading west again towards Howell,
travel approximately 2.5 miles. (In Promenade Shopping Center)
From Detroit: Take I-96 West to exit 141
(1st Howell exit), this puts you on Grand
River. Travel west on Grand River approximately 3.5 miles.
From Lansing: Take I-96 East to exit 137,
turn left onto D19/Michigan Ave. heading north, go to Grand River Ave. and
turn right heading east, travel approximately 1.5 miles.
From Ann Arbor: Take U. S. 23 North to
I-96 heading west to Lansing, take exit
141, this puts you on Grand River Ave.,
continue west towards Howell,
approximately 3.5 miles.
***We are located in “The Promenade”
Shopping Center.
(Map not drawn to scale)