Newsletter August 2008


THIS WEEK AT SEW N' SAVE
Bernina Demo Sale
Great Pricing on all Bernina demo models,
stop in to test sew on the model of your choice!
This sale runs till all machines are gone.
The Bernina 830
The only luxury, high-performance sewing and embroidery system in the
world!
On Saturday, August 30th (8/30), at 1:00pm a presentation on the 8
high-performance features of the Bernina 830 will be given.
There is no fee, however, please let us know you will be attending this
special event!
When you stop in, make sure to see the machines actual size and the bobbin
size.
Upcoming Classes
Kids Camp with Arlene
Let your imagination run wild creating these fun projects on
August 5th, 6th, and 7th from 12:00-4:00pm. During this fun camp, your child
will learn machine embroidery, fusible appliqué, basic sewing, and long arm
quilting. Please bring a small sharp pair of fabric scissors. Class fee $75.
A snack and drink will be provided.
Handi Quilter Seminar
On Saturday, August 16th starting at 11:00 am, Debbie Brown, our
HQ Educator,
will be here for a teaching seminar on how to use micro handles, rulers, and
various quilting techniques. Seminar will fill up quickly so call to reserve
your spot now! A Bargain at $30 for this all day seminar.
The Prairie Children Trunk Show is HERE!
Featuring Kathy Tracy’s Quilts from her,
Prairie Children and Their Quilts book.
This is to inspire you to try our Miniature block of the Month
with Lois on Sunday, August 17th at 12:30pm.
“Birds”
Block of the Month Kick Off
On Saturday, September 13th from 10:00am-12:00pm Debra Gable from Zebra
Designs will be here to kick off the “Birds” block of the month.
Registration is now open so please give us a call at (410)-272-2226. Club
fee is $10 and $10 per month for each block. To see this Incredible Quilt
and many others by Debra stop by our classroom or to get a sneak peek visit
www.zebrapatterns.com
Erin Underwood’s Mystery Quilt Day!
Saturday, September 20th starting at 10:00am.
Register now for a fun day of mystery quilting. Class fee $30.
Handi Quilter
12 Months Special Financing on All HQ Machine Packages
Zero Down
Zero Payments
Zero Interest
From June 30 through August 3rd
Stop in for more details
NEW ARRIVALS
Hoffman Christmas fabrics are inspiring! Many, many bolts
from which to choose!
The Snow Show collection by Susan Winget for Benartex features a snow
village, snowman, snowflakes and birds. A must have for your Christmas
fabric collection!
The Golden Harvest collection by Anna Fishkin for Red Rooster Fabrics
features a fabric with acorns, leaves, sunflowers, pumpkins, a stripe
coordinating fabric, and other coordinates. Another collection for Red
Rooster Fabrics is Garden Fantasy by Jill Kemp. This collection has several
color ways in lattice, small florals, and vines.
Amy Butler’s Midwest Modern collection incorporates a hip flair for the
young at heart.
Fairy Garden is a new whimsical collection by Blank
Quilting
that is sure to inspire with it’s vibrant colors.
More bolts of Hoffman’s Batik fabrics, Christmas fabrics, and the Havana
line featuring stunning teals and browns are here.
Let your imagination be inspired by these fantastic fabrics!
The Square Dance kit, designed by Sue Beevers features fabrics from Surrey
Footpaths by Sue Beevers for RJR Fabrics. A great kit with a vibrant color
palette!
The Pocketful of Paisley collection by Kings Road in the green/brown
color way and in the red/black color way is on the shelves.
What a unique paisley fabric! A must have for your fabric collection!
If you are a batik enthusiast, you will certainly enjoy
the choices of Island Batiks that have arrived.
There are shades of red, blue, brown, and many others for your next quilting
project.
SIGN UP TODAY FOR
YOUR HANDI QUILTER DRIVERS LICENSE
This is a 3-hour instruction time that will
provide you with the knowledge necessary to operate the Handi Quilter. The
license fee is $50. There are two HQ license classes. The HQ I class is the
beginners class on the Handi Quilter. The HQ II class will prepare you to
use the Pro-Stitcher™. The HQ Pro-Stitcher™ allows you the best of both
worlds: Computerized Quilting and Free Motion Quilting. The HQ I class needs
to be taken in order to take the HQ II class. After receiving your license
you may schedule time to use the Handi Quilter for your own personal
projects. This usage fee is $10 per hour.