Spring 2018 February

March April May

Amanda Murphy Kimberbell Events

Kathy Doughty Claudia Dinnell

Sue Spargo

4219 E. Indian School Rd Suite 103

Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.553.8350

www.berninaconnection.com

Open Mon-Sat 9:30-6:00 Closed Sunday

Diane Ebner & Val Sparks, Owners

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Nature Calls

with Claudia Dinnell

March 30 & 31 10 - 4 $150 plus pattern fee

Explore the adventure of outdoor camping with Nature Calls! Enjoy the vast expanse of green tinted forest, the symphony of water falling down a mountain

stream and the abundance of wild life as all co-exist on majestic mountains.

In this two-day workshop students will use Claudia’s multi-hooping technique for 100% perfect placement.

What can students expect to learn?

Master your embroidery machine.

Improve hooping skills

Re-position designs within the hoop

Rotate designs for precision placement

Marking grid for 1st stitch placement

“Sew through design” without thread

Get tips and techniques that make your

embroidery flat, fun & flawless!

Learn how to read & use the 20½” ruler

BERNINA CONNECTION MISSION STATEMENT

We are a woman-owned Bernina sewing machine dealership and quilt shop with

an emphasis on quilting, garments and embroidery. We focus on creating an

exceptional customer experience. Our mission is to provide the highest quality

products supported by a well-trained, knowledgeable, diversified and friendly

staff. We connect enthusiasts to each other, the community and their creativity.

Table of Contents

Events 2&3 Stitched by Hand 4 Sew Fundamental 5 The Perfect Bag 6 Garments 7 Machine Mastery Classes 9 Class Calendar 10 - 11 Clubs 12 Quilting Techniques 14 Quilt Classes & More 15 Longarm Learning 16 World of Embroidery 17 Community Connection 18

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We are so excited to announce the return of Amanda Murphy!

Trunk Show $20 Thursday, February 8 6 - 8

Amanda Murphy’s style bridges modern and traditional quilting. She will bring quilts with her and show

others in a Power Point presentation.

After her talk, Amanda will demo both the Q20 & Q24.

Applique with Attitude Friday, February 9 10 - 4 $95

Make a playful table runner and learn a lot about fusible appliqué in the process! We’ll play with contrasting decorative threads and learn what to look for when choosing stitches to appliqué your design. Plus, we’ll make bias b a r s a n d t a l k a b o u t embellishment options along the way. There are so many fun options to play with when quilting an oversized design like this and we’ll talk about those too!

Free Motion Quilting Saturday, February 10 10 - 4 $95

Have you admired the work of expert quilters but don’t know where to begin when quilting your own projects? This class demystifies the process. We’ll learn to free-motion quilt some basic patterns and then create complex designs just by breaking up the design space

and filling it in. Toward the end of class s t u d e n t s h a v e t h e opportunity to bring in some unfinished quilt tops and talk with other students and the teacher about quilting options. We always have so much fun and generate lots of ideas!

Join us for an exciting visit with Kathy Doughty

Inspiration Lecture Friday, March 9 6 - 9

$15 Kathy Doughty is a wonderful quilter, quilt shop owner, fabric designer and author. Kathy will show you how to mix color, prints and fun angles to create one-of-a-kind

quilts. Don’t miss this inspirational trunk show!

Chain Link Horizons

Friday, March 9 10 - 4 $95

Chain Link Horizons was designed to showcase Kathy’s new Horizons collection but any fabric c o m b i n a t i o n s w i l l do! Explore the possible 60 degree shapes using the Hex N More template and a collection of vibrant prints to make this simple but effective quilt. We will

consider how to “get the mix” of fabrics and select a background that enhances the design.

Color Works

Saturday, March 10 10 - 4 $95

If you have ever hesitated to use colorful large scale prints, this is the class for you! The blocks are easy to assemble so the focus is on combinations of fabrics. Let

your hero fabrics shine when set off by tonal backgrounds and

striped borders.

Stitched by Hand

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Basic Stitches on a Wool Pear $30.00 with Beth Norris for beginners and beyond

Tue Feb 13 5 - 9

This is the first in a series of classes focused on hand stitching. Have you ever stitched on WOOL? It is dreamy! Be ready to fall in love. In this class we’ll practice some basic, everyone-should-know-them embroidery stitches and use them to embellish the sides of a pear which you may assemble and stuff at home.

Embroidered Wool Eggs $35.00 with Beth Norris for beginners and beyond

Tue March 6 10 - 3

These wool eggs are a delightful way to dabble in applique and embroidery on wool. There are a limited number of kinds of stitches and you can make as many or as few eggs as you like. Make them bright or make them pastels. Fill a basket.

Second Stitches: Wool Needle Book $30.00 with Beth Norris for beginners and beyond

Fri March 16 2 - 6

This is the second in a series of classes focused on hand stitching. In this class we’ll embellish the cover and inner pockets of a wool needle keeper with some more involved, sometimes multi-step embroidery stitches before we blanket stitch it together. It would help if you have previously taken the Basic Stitches Pear class.

Birds on Parade Sac $40.00 with Beth Norris for beginners and beyond

Tue May 8 10 - 4

This wool sac is a great way to start your adventure into working with wool. We get to do some embroidery stitches and you will have a chance to get some experience with machine sewing on wool. It is not hard, but there are some techniques that help the fabric behave better. You will end up with a lovely, interesting and useful lined bag and some experience with a variety of somewhat more complex stitches.

Bird Dance Block $35.00 with Beth Norris for beginners and beyond

Tue May 22 10 - 3

Lusciously layered! Dramatically dimensional! Fabulously fun! What else can you say about these dancing birds! Have you been wanting to try a wool project? Here’s one to brighten your space! In this class we’ll work on one bird block in Sue Spargo’s Bird Dance book. She’s known for layering her background AND her applique as well as wonderfully dimensional stitches. We will assume that you have done some basic embroidery, building on the Basic Stitches and Second Stitches classes. We’ll focus on some of Sue Spargo’s favorite stitches and the dimensional stitches in particular.

Crazy Wool Table Mat $50.00 with Beth Norris for beginners and beyond

Tue April 3, 24 10 – 2

Two, count them, TWO things to love about this project: crazy patching and wool applique! WOOL is a dream to work with! No need to turn edges. In the first session we’ll create a crazy patch background and we’ll learn one way to applique wool onto that background. In the second session, we’ll explore some stitches frequently used for crazy patch seams and take a look at stacking them.

Join the

Wool Stitchers Group! 10-12 Monday Feb 12, March 12, April 9, May 14

No Charge

Do you just love to stitch on wool and enjoy the friendships and inspiration that comes with a group? Are you in a block of the month club and need encouragement to get started? Join us on the second Monday of each month and sit and stitch! Bring your current project and any show and share.

Celebrate

Earth Day 2018

Saturday, April 21

Come to our open house 10-2 and make some

“green” stuff with us!

Use our machines and purchase a kit or choose

your own fabric.

Items you and your friends will use.

Items that will help Mother Earth.

You will be ready to celebrate

Earth Day April 22, 2015

Feel good and have fun!

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Kids Create! $25.00 per session with Miss Sue & Miss Louisa

Fri Feb 2 4 - 6 Scissors Holder Fri March 2 4 - 6 iPhone Sleeve Fri April 6 4 - 6 Clutch Fri May 4 4 - 6 “Initial” Pillow

Sewing is one of the most practical skills a child can learn! Join us for our monthly sessions and learn new techniques while having fun and working on different projects. Pre-registration is required.* Supply lists are available at registration. Be sure to pick up your supplies early!

*Registration closes the Wednesday evening before class. NO Exceptions!

$125 for 6 sessions plus class supplies

Monday 5:30 - 8:30

February 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19

Sew Fundamental is a series of “Learn to Sew” classes for novice sewers or “it’s been a long time” sewers. Each lesson is essential to your sewing success and includes an explanation of sewing terms, tools and techniques.

The series has been revised with a new book titled “School of Sewing”. We will be making projects from the book and two projects from patterns. Cecile Babich Morrow and Mary Furniss have planned six sessions for you that will include a pillowcase, apron, pillow, tote bag, Camelback Bag and yoga pants

Complete these classes and you will be ready to take another creative class or work in the Sewing Lab.

You can rent a machine or you may purchase one starting at $189.

Sewing Lab Wed 10 - 1 Feb 7, March 7, April 4, May 2

Thu 5:30 - 8:30 Feb 15, March 15, April 19, May 17

$15/session

Sewing Lab is like going to the gym for creativity fitness. Sign up, use our space, our basic equipment (tables, mats, rotary cutters, rulers, design wall), and even rent a sewing machine. If you have gained confidence from taking our Sew Fundamental or Quilting Fundamental series or other basic classes, use the Sewing Lab to finish a class project or work on a new project. Our Sewing Lab will have an “on duty” teacher to help you with your project.

with Mary Lewkowitz $100 for 4 sessions plus class supplies

Wednesday 10 - 1 March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20

Learn the basics of piecing - including cutting, pressing and stitching techniques needed to create a basic block. This class will give you the confidence to follow other quilt patterns successfully. Be sure to ask about our “try before you buy” sewing machine offer.

Week 1: Rotary cutting & beginning piecing fundamentals

Week 2: Piecing fundamentals continued & constructing a quilt block

Week 3: Layering quilt top, batting and backing, quilting fundamentals

Week 4: Binding fundamentals & quilt labels

Lessons for New Quilters Fundamental Cinco de Mayo

Celebrate Cinco at BC Saturday, May 5

Coupons - Yea, a whole page

Instructions - Books 30% off

Notions - All on sale 25% off

Cloth - all fabric cinco colors 25%

Only you choose 1 item 25% off

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The Perfect Bag

Sew Together Bag $25.00 with Mary Lewkowitz for intermediate sewers

Tue Feb 20 1 - 4

Make this fun pouch for your sewing supplies, jewelry, make up or anything you need to carry with you. This is a very popular bag that holds a lot and sits on the table for easy access. Take this class and discover how easy it is to put together. Mary has easy and clear directions that fill in the blank spaces in the pattern. Make it from your scraps or coordinate for something special. It is perfect gift to give.

Tool Tote Family $35.00 with Diane Mathus-Nagano for intermediate sewers

Tue Feb 27 & March 6 6 - 9

The Tool Tote by Penny Sturges is so popular because it opens with a metal frame (think old fashioned doctor bag). Awesome for whatever you want to organize and now there are 3 patterns for 3 sizes. Pick one for the class! Hint: the largest holds a featherweight sewing machine.

Sweet Pea Pods $20.00 with Jessica Caldwell for beginners and beyond

Sat March 3 3 - 5:30

Come and enjoy a relaxing class making these fun little pods. You will learn how to install a zipper using Lazy Girl’s one zip technique. These fun, little pouches are addicting and go together fast. They are perfect for storing headphones, charging cables and much more!

Swag Bag $30.00 with Beth Norris for beginners and beyond

Thu March 22 10 - 2

This wool bag, which finishes 11” x 7”, is a great way to stick a toe into working with wool. There’s really only one embroidery stitch to learn, but you will have a chance to get some experience with machine sewing on wool. It is not hard, but there are some techniques that help the fabric behave better. You end up with a lovely, interesting and useful lined bag and a lot of experience with bullion knots.

Becca Bag $25.00 with Jessica Caldwell for beginners and beyond

Mon March 26 6 - 9

These handy bags are perfect best friends to stow and go. Large Becca is adorned with a high-waisted fabric flange to accent her beautiful style. Add easy grab tabs from leftover zipper bits. You will learn how to install a zipper using Lazy Girl’s one zip technique.

Dot Dot Dash Bag $35.00 with Diane Mathus-Nagano for intermediate sewers

Wed March 28 10 - 3

The Dot Dot Dash Bag pattern gives you a choice of a smaller bag with one zippered front pocket or a larger bag with 3 to 5 zippered pockets on the front! In class, you will learn to do a set-in top zipper and an adjustable strap and will have the option of adding additional slip pockets on the back and interior of the bag. Diane says this is a “potato chip” bag - you can’t make just one!

Crayon Tote Bag $35.00 with Jessica Caldwell for beginners and beyond

Mon April 16 10 - 3

Teacher appreciation is coming up fast. Come and learn how to make this crayon bag for all teachers in your life (or for yourself). We will cover very basic paper piecing and simple bag assembly.

Cash and Carry Pocket Zip $25.00 with Hilary “Tink” Ascani for beginners and beyond

Wed April 18 2 - 5

Corral your cash, cards and coins in an easy zippered pouch. Make one to keep and one to give away! Use Terry’s easy method and you’ll agree that zippers are no big deal! It can be made with RFID fabric (Radio Frequency ID) in the lining for security. Once you’ve made one, it’s easy to make all of Terry’s designs in Cash and Carry!

Hoopla Bag $35.00 with Diane Mathus-Nagano for intermediate sewers

Tue May 1 10 - 3

The Hoopla Bag is designed to fit your embroidery hoops for

easy transport and storage. Designed with four progressively

longer pockets and a zipper pocket on the front side you will

have plenty of room for your varied hoops. Customize optional

pockets on the back to fit your needs!

It’s a “Cinchy” Serger Bag $25.00 with Kaysie Oldani for beginners and beyond

Thu May 10 6 - 9

Make a fun “cinchy” backpack bag that you can use for so many things! It is decorated with a ruffle and zippers for extra storage. Learn new techniques on your serger while creating this fun bag.

Zoey Zippered Clutch $30.00 with Cecile Babich-Morrow for beginners and beyond

Wed May 16 2 - 6

This clever little folding case will come in handy as a gift for someone special or for your favorite graduate. It has a number of uses …. travel jewelry case, sewing case, receipt/coupon holder, cosmetics, etc. It is as fun to make as it will be to gift.

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Garments

Farrow Dress $35.00 with Teresa Pierce for beginners and beyond

Fri March 2 10 - 3

The Farrow Dress by Grainline Studios is a fun dress to make and wear, especially during our hot Phoenix summers. We will work on fit plus easy alterations and some fun pattern hacks to make the Farrow truly your own creation.

Fitting Follies - Rescuing Ready-Made Garments $25.00

with Jeannine Heller for beginners and beyond

Mon March 12 1 - 4

Refit, Restyle, Recycle and Resurrect your Garments! Students will get individual help and benefit from other attendees’ garment rescues or alterations in this workshop. Professional help with all types of resizing, refitting and even some restyling of an existing garment to obtain your personal fit. Includes everything from fitting shoulders/necklines down to hemlines.

Hadley Top $25.00 with Tracy Lemieux-Bartz for advanced beginners and beyond

Tue April 3 6 - 9

This top is classy! It can take you to work or over jeans for a night out. Two options are available—jewel neck with a cute pleat at the back and full length sleeves OR a sleeveless V-neck. For the advanced beginner with setting sleeves, darts, pleating and applying facing

Tailored Pants Workshop:

Customize Your Fit

with Jeannine Heller

10-3 Tue March 13, 27, April 10 $125

This class is designed for the home sewing

enthusiast and dressmaker alike. Learn how to

adjust the pattern to accommodate your posture.

Each student will be fitted with a basic pant from a

commercial pattern. Students will benefit from

figure analysis of each other as well as general

alteration techniques. There will be in-class

demonstrations on details for waistline, zipper &

pockets. The class size will be small so each

student receives individual attention for fitting!

Each student should have a basic, fitted trouser or

slack pattern at the close of this class.

Skill Builders

Zippers, Pockets, Waistbands

with Jeannine Heller 10 - 1 Monday April 23, May 7

$25/per session 10 - 2 Monday May 21 $30

This is a series of classes to build your garment sewing skills. Each class can be taken alone, but each class builds on the previous one, so you will benefit the most if you take all three in order. The final one finishes off the pant with a waistline treatment. You will be constructing a take-home sample with each of the following techniques on a mini-sized pant. Class demos with written or verbal instructions for each feature; then students work on those samples in class. Couture touches for a well-made garment are covered including proper pressing techniques, the use of interfacing, stays, staystitching, etc.

Session 1: Traditional faced inseam pocket with hidden exposed zipper; Although the zipper teeth are exposed, the entire zipper is concealed within the inseam pocket pouch for a very functional zipper opening.

Session 2: Slash Pockets: Featured on the other side of the sample pant, these pockets are stylish for tailored or dressier slacks and need special attention so that they do not “pooch” away from the body.

Session 3: Contoured Waistband: This band is narrower at the top and flares out for shaping over tummy & high hips for a very smooth finish. Instructions given on how to draft this band from any straight one and where to place it on the pant. This band will be added to the existing pocket sampler from sections 1 & 2. Details on fasteners.

DiVa Day

Wed Feb 14 DiVa Day is an event held sometime between

DIane’s and VAl’s birthday where they each choose an item to be on sale.

Stop in for cake and our birthday specials. It won’t be a party without you!

We will announce what we choose in the weekly email. Sign up in the store or on our web.

www.berninaconnection.com

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Bernina Connection Policies You know we gotta’ have ‘em…

~ Class fee due at registration.

~ One week cancellation notice is required to refund or

credit class fees. No refunds for visiting teachers.

~ Be sure to get the materials list at time of registration.

Please read it before class so you are prepared. You may

have prep work for class. Supply lists are available online.

~ All brands of sewing machines and sergers are welcome

in our classes (except Machine Mastery).

~ Please turn off cell phones during class.

~ Please use earbuds with your iPods.

~ Plan to be in your seat with your machine set up and

ready to learn on time.

~ No kids in adult only classes , no adults in kids classes.

~ We appreciate no open drink containers.

Check out the online color version of this newsletter on our website: www.berninaconnection.com. It is interactive and the links will take you to each site listed. We are happy to mail a copy to your home, just give us a call (602-553-8350) and let us know.

Sales, Sales, Sales

Valentines Day Sale Red & Pink Fabric 25% Off

Wednesday, February 14

St. Patrick’s Day Sale Green Fabric 25% Off Saturday, March 17

Cinco de Mayo Sale

Saturday, May 5

Memorial Day Sale

Collage Cactus $65.00 with Mary Lewkowitz for beginners and beyond

Monday March 5, 19 10 - 3

Create your own personal collage cactus sampler using

Laura Heine’s unique pattern and techniques. Learn her

method of using fabrics to create magical cactus. Her

fusing techniques allow your creativity to explore

creating a one-of-a- kind quilt that is a reflection of you.

The first session will include fusing techniques,

background layout and

construction and initial

fussy cutting techniques.

The final session will

provide t ime to

assemble , d i scuss

possible quilting options

and essential binding

techniques appropriate

for a fused collage art

q u i l t . B e r n i n a

Connection has put

together fabric kits

using similar fabrics to

those in Mary’s quilt.

Pieced Tuffet $40.00 with Sandee Streech for beginners and beyond

Mon May 7 & 14 6 - 9

Make a magical tuffet for your home that would be the envy of Little Miss Muffet! Use anywhere from 4 to 64 different fabrics depending upon the width of the strips you use.

Herringbone Pillow $40.00 with Teresa Pierce for intermediate sewers

Fri April 13 10 - 4

Based on the book “Modern Quilt Magic” by Victoria Finley Wolfe, we will use “Parlor Trick #1, Partial Seams”. Students will learn how easy it is to create a true herringbone pattern. You can adapt this pattern in a variety of ways for your own unique design. Plus an easy way to finish your pillow and add even more pizzazz!

Embroidery Machine Intro Essentials for successful embroidery. Learn your module. 880Plus, 790Plus, 770QEE, 700E, 590E, 570QEE, 535E, 500E One 4-hour session $80.00 Kit fee $5.00

10 - 2 Mon Feb 19

4:30 - 8:30 Tue April 10 10 - 2 Wed May 30

Step C-1: Basic Bernina Software Tools This is the 1st V8 Designer Plus Software class. Topics include: screen calibration, file organization, fabric settings for underlay, resize, rotate, & mirror image, creating your own thread chart, opening, saving and closing designs, customizing designs through lettering, sending designs to the sewing machine or USB Stick. You must complete Step C-1 before Step C-2 or C-3. One 3-hour session $150.00

2 - 5 Mon Feb 5

5:30 – 8:30 Tue March 13

1 – 4 Thu May 24

Step C-2: Software This is the 2nd V8 Designer Plus Software class. Topics include: Portfolio, monogramming, removing overlaps, group alignment tools, elastic lettering choices, editing pre-digitized designs, auto-digitizing and magic wand, mirror merge, wreath, & kaleidoscope tools. You must complete Step C-1 before Step C-2 or C-3. One 3-hour session $175.00

10 - 1 Wed Feb 21 5:30 - 8:30 Tue April 24

Step C-3: More Software Techniques This is the 3rd V8 Designer Plus Software class. Topics include: Reshape, color wheel, block digitizing, freehand drawing, manual digitizing tools, morphing and carving tools, color blending and textured edges, outlining, sculptured fancy, ripple, & contour fills. You must complete Step C-1 and Step C-2 before taking C-3. One 3-hour session $175.00

2 - 5 Thu March 15 5:30 - 8:30 Mon May 21

Ask which classes are appropriate for your model. New machine owners must complete Basic Operation

before taking other Mastery Classes.

#1 - Basic Operation For 880 Plus, 790 Plus, 770QE, 740, 590, 570QE, 535. Machine overview, presser feet, tension, needles, thread, stabilizers & interfacings, care and cleaning of the machine. One 3½ hour session $100.00 Kit fee $5.00

10 – 1:30 Tue Feb 13 5 - 8:30 Thu Feb 22 2 - 5:30 Wed March 21 5 - 8:30 Mon April 16 2 - 5:30 Mon May 7 5 - 8:30 Wed May 30

#2 - Stitch Fun For 880 Plus, 790 Plus, 770QE, 740, 590, 570QE, 535. Seams, hems, buttonholes and more. One 3½ hour session $100.00 Kit fee $5.00

10 - 1:30 Tue Feb 27 5 - 8:30 Tue March 27 2 - 5:30 Mon April 2 5 - 8:30 Mon April 30 10 - 1:30 Fri May 25

Bernina Stitch Regulator Mastery For all machines with BSR. Explore the options and functions. One 2-hour session $50.00 Kit fee $5.00

6 - 8 Wed Feb 28 1 - 3 Tue April 17 10 - 12 Thu May 24

Bernette Mastery For Bernette machines owners. Learn all the essentials for sewing on your machine. You bring your machine to this class so learning is hands on. One 6-hour session $300.00 Kit fee $15.00

10 – 1 Thu Feb 15 2 – 5 Thu March 29 10 – 1 Wed May 23

3 Series Machine Mastery For 215, 330 & 350PE machine owners. Learn all the essentials for sewing on your machine. You bring your machine to this class so learning is hands on. One 6-hour session $400.00 Kit fee $10.00

2 - 5 Thu Feb 15 10 - 1 Thu March 29 2 - 5 Wed May 23

Basic Serging(800DL/1150MDA/1300MDC/L450) Conquer your fears and learn how easy this new generation of Bernina sergers are to use. One 3-hour session $60.00 Kit fee $6.00

6 - 9 Thu March 29 10 - 1 Mon April 2 6 - 9 Wed May 23

Our classes will give you the foundation to learn all the amazing features of your Bernina. Our mastery teachers will help you develop the confidence to move into our clubs and other classes to further develop your skills and creativity. Mastery classes are FREE when you purchase your machine or software at BC and are for current model machines. Registration is necessary to keep the classes small. Cancellation notifications are appreciated as this allows another student to fill that space. Get your supply list at time of registration. You may take these classes more than once; our goal is for you to love and really use your new machine. Kit fees may apply. Be sure to download the Mastery Workbook and bring to class!

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My BERNINA Classes

Be sure to ask for a copy of the supply list for the classes. A few items to remember to bring to

your mastery class:

Print out My BERNINA classes manual from website

Scissors, pencil, Machine Manual All machine accessories One spool of Aurifil thread - no white, black,

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 10-1:30 Hexagons & Windmills 2-5 In-the-Hoop Embroidery Frenzy 6-9 Serge Swing Jacket

2 10-3 Farrow Dress 4-6 Kids Create! iPhone Sleeve

3 9-10 Quilters Jackpot 11-2 Everybody Embroiders Club 3-4 Longarm Demos 3-5:30 Sweet Pea Pod

4 5 10-3 Collage Cactus (1) 5:30-8:30 Sew Fundamental (4)

6 10-3 Embroidered Wool Egg 6-9 Tool Tote Family (2)

7 10-1 Sewing Lab 2-5 Designing Women Software 6-8 Emb Divas Club Lecture

8 10-2 Gourmet Club

9 10-4 Kathy Doughty

Chain Link Horizons

6-9 Kathy Doughty Lecture

10 Kathy Doughty Color Works

10-4

11 12 10-12 Wool Stitchers 1-4 Fitting Follies 5:30-8:30 Sew Fundamental (5)

13 10-3 Tailored Pants (1) 5:30-8:30 Step C-1

14 10-1 Emb Divas Club 2-5 Emb Divas Club

15 10-1 Serger Workshop #1 2-5 Step C-3 5:30-8:30 Sewing Lab

16 10-1 OESD School of Embroidery 2-6 Second Stitches Wool Needle Book

17 10-3 Jelly Roll High Jinx Table Runner

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19 10-3 Collage Cactus (2) 5:30-8:30 Sew Fundamental (6)

20 10-3 Creative Divas

21 10-1 Quilting Fundamentals (1) 2-5:30 Basic Operation

22 10-2 Swag Bag

23 10-3 Hello Spring Wall Hanging

24 10-3 Reflected Wedges Table Runner

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26 10-1 Embroidery Lab 6-9 Becca Bag

27 10-3 Tailored Pants (2) 5-8:30 Stitch Fun

28 10-3 Dot Dot Dash Bag 5-9 “Serge” La Table

29 10-1 3 Series Mastery 2-5 Bernette Mastery

6-9 Basic Serging

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2-5 In-the-Hoop Embroidery Frenzy

2 10-1

4-6 Kids Create! Scissors Holder

3 9-10 Quilters Jackpot 11-2 Everybody Embroiders Club 3-4 Longarm Demos

4 5 9:30-12

Private Meeting 2-5 Step C-1

6 10-3 880/790 Upgrade Features

7 10-1 Sewing Lab 2-5 Designing Women Software 6-8 Emb Divas Club Lecture

8 10-2 Gourmet Club 6-8 Longarm Club 6-8 Amanda Murphy Lecture

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Amanda Murphy Applique with

Attitude 10-4

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Amanda Murphy Free Motion

Quilting 10-4

11 12 10-12 Wool Stitchers

5:30-8:30 Sew Fundamental (1)

13 10-1:30 Basic Operation

5-9 Basic Stitches on A Wool Pear

14 10-1 Emb Divas Club 2-5 Emb Divas Club

Diva Day

15 10-1 Bernette Mastery 2-5 3 Series Mastery

5:30-8:30 Sewing Lab

16 10-1 OESD School of Embroidery

17 10-4 Tarnished Windmill

18 19 10-2 Embroidery Machine Intro 5:30-8:30 Sew Fundamental (2)

20 10-12:30 Creative Divas 1-4 Sew Together Bag

21 10-1 Step C-2 2-5 Editing Designs 790/880 PLUS

22 10-2 Love Your Walking Foot Again 5:00-8:30 Basic Operation

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25 26 10-1 Embroidery Lab 5:30-8:30 Sew Fundamental (3)

27 10-1:30 Stitch Fun 6-9 Tool Tote Family (1)

28 1-5 Bunny Bonanza Coasters 6-8 BSR Mastery

March

February

Kimberbell ’s kitchen 10 - 4

Claudia Dinnell Nature Calls 10 - 4

St. Patrick’s Day Sale

Green Fabric 25% Off

Valentines Day Sale Red & Pink Fabric 25% Off

February 14

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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10-3 Hoopla Bag 2 10-1 Sewing Lab 2-5 Designing Women Software 6-8 Emb Divas Club Lecture

3 10-1 Tea Leaf Table Topper 2-5 In-the-Hoop Embroidery Frenzy

4 9:30-3:30 Super Scrappy Jelly Roll 4-6 Kids Create! Initial Pillow

5 9-10 Quilters Jackpot 11-2 Everybody Embroiders Club 3-4 Longarm Demos

6 Cinco de Mayo Sale

May 5

7 10-1 Skill Builders #2 2-5:30 Basic Operation 6-9 Pieced Tuffet (1)

8 10-4 Birds on Parade Sac

9 10-1 Emb Divas Club 2-5 Emb Divas Club 6-9 Pet Beds

10 10-2 Gourmet Club 6-8 Longarm Club 6-9 Cinchy Serger Bag

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14 10-12 Wool Stitchers 1-5 Free Form Table Runner 2 6-9 Pieced Tuffet (2)

15 10-3 Creative Divas

16 10-1 Quilting Fundamentals (3) 2-6 Zoey Zippered Clutch

17 10-1 Serger Workshop #3 5:30-8:30 Sewing Lab

18 10-1 OESD School of Embroidery Towels

19 10-12

REG Party

20 21 10-2 Skill Builders (3) 5:30-8:30 Step C-3

22 10-3 Bird Dance 4:30-8:30 Love Your Walking Foot Again

23 10-1 Bernette Mas-tery 2-5 3 Series Mastery 6-9 Basic Serging

24 10-12 BSR Mastery 1-4 Step C-1

25 10-1:30 Stitch Fun

26 10-4 Overgrown

27 28

Memorial Day CLOSED

29 10-2 Back to School Sewing

30 10-2 Embroidery Machine Intro 5-8:30 Basic Operation

31 10-2 35 Shades of Gray

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 10-1 Basic Serging 2-5:30 Stitch Fun

3 10-2 Crazy Wool Table Mat (1) 6-9 Hadley Top

4 10-1 Sewing Lab 2-5 Designing Women Software 6-8 Emb Divas Lecture

5 10-1 Candlemats by Lunch Box Quilts 2-5 In-the-Hoop Embroidery Frenzy

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10-2 Spinning Windmills 4-6 Kids Create! Clutch

7 9-10 Quilters Jackpot 11-2 Everybody Embroiders Club 3-6 Quilts of Valor 3-4 Longarm Demos

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9 10-12 Wool Stitchers Group

Teachers Meeting

10 10-3 Tailored Pants (3) 4:30-8:30 Embroidery Machine Intro

11 10-1 Emb Divas Club 2-5 Emb Divas Club

12 10-2 Gourmet Sewing Club 6-8 Longarm Club

13 10-4 Herringbone Pillow

14 10-2 Quilting Made Easy With Rulers

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16 10-3 Crayon Tote 5-8:30 Basic Operations

17 10-12:30 Creative Divas 1-3 BSR Mastery 5:30-8:30 Editing Designs 790/880

18 10-1 Quilting Fundamentals (2) 2-5 Cash & Carry Pocket Zip

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10-1 Serger Workshop #2 2-5 Shorts for Boys 5:30-8:30 Sewing Lab

20 10-1 OESD School of Embroidery Knit Garments 2-6 Edge to Edge Quilting

21 10-4 Frequency 10-2 Earth Day Celebration

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23 10-1 Skill Builders #1 2-6 Dancing Diamonds Table Runner

24 10-2 Crazy Wool Table Mat (2) 5:30-8:30 Step C-2

25 26

27 28

29 30 10-1 Embroidery Lab 5-8:30 Stitch Fun

May

April

Sue Spargo Chick Play

Sue Spargo Flower Vase

Sue Spargo

Kimberbell CELEBRATIONS:

Oh, Happy Day! 10 - 4

Embroidery Divas Club Annual Dues $75.00

Lecture Wed 6 - 8 Feb 7, March 7, April 4, May 2 Hands-On Wed 10 - 1 Feb 14, March 14, April 11, May 9 Hands-On Wed 2 - 5 Feb 14, March 14, April 11, May 9

No Evening Session

A fantastic way to master your machine, express your creativity and be inspired by students and the teacher! Everyone is invited to the lecture for project overview and you choose which hands-on session you’ll attend. This is the perfect follow-up for embroidery owners who have completed Mastery Classes. First year is free for new embroidery machine owners who purchased their machine at Bernina Connection.

Everybody Embroiders Club with Diane Mathus-Nagano Annual Dues $65.00

Sat 11 - 2 Feb 3, March 3, April 7, May 5

Yes, Everybody! From beginners to advanced, with any model of Bernina embroidery machines. The members help decide the wide range of projects and weekend scheduling makes it easy to attend. If you love to embroider, we’d love to include YOU!

Bernina Connection Clubs

Designing Women Software Club with Mary Lewkowitz Annual Dues $75.00

Wed 2 - 5 Feb 7, March 7, April 4, May 2

Enhance your knowledge beyond your Mastery Classes. Each month you will learn a new aspect of your software in greater detail. Bring your computers, notebooks and questions and get immediate answers and solutions to software problems. Don’t forget the Show and Share! Bernina’s Software Sampler is now part of what is covered in class - what an amazing amount of learning!

Gourmet Sewing Club with Mary Lewkowitz Annual Dues $65.00

Thu 10 - 2 Feb 8, March 8, April 12, May 10

Each month in Gourmet Sewing Club, you’ll learn more about a particular sewing and/or quilting technique. You’ll have an opportunity to “try before you buy” Bernina accessories that will make you a “gourmet” sewer or quilter. You’ll also look at new patterns, books and notions. The club plans the projects, Mary comes up with the best techniques, and the results are just spectacular.

Clubs are a great way to learn and make new friends at the same time!

Membership renewal is in January. Membership is January - December.

Joining later in the year? Dues are pro-rated on a quarterly

basis. Can’t decide? You may attend one club for $25 (if space allows).

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In the Hoop

Embroidery Frenzy

2 - 5 Thu

Feb 1, March 1, April 5 May 3

$25 per class includes pattern

The world of in-the-hoop embroidery is growing and becoming more popular and creative than ever! Join this group to make fun and unique projects for your home, yourself and special

gifts. We will introduce you to the designs of the many digitizers (some of them local!) who are creating great projects and using great techniques.

Hear ye, Hear ye

The BERNINA Connection gives all class

participants a 10% discount on purchases on the day of class. The only exceptions are our

regular ones: machines, software and sale

items are not included (no "double dipping"!!) Be sure to ask for your discount at the beginning

of your transaction.

Want a larger discount on class supplies? When you register for a class at our REG Party, you will

Calling All Beginning Sewers

Bernina Connection welcomes all sewers (and sewing machines) of all ages and levels to our classes. We like the excitement and enthusiasm that new sewers bring to our store. The classes listed are just a few of the suggestions our staff recommends for learning basic skills. If you have a special request or any question, feel free to ask us.

Basic Stitches on a Wool Pear, Sew Fundamental, Amanda Murphy Applique with Attitude or Free Motion Quilting, Quilting Fundamental, Birds on Parade Sac, Sweet Pea Pods, Becca Bag, It’s a Cinchy Serger Bag, Pieced Tuffet, Love Your Waling Foot Again, Quilting Made Easy With Rulers, Edge to Edge Quilting, Jelly Roll High Jinx Table Runner, Tea Leaf Table Topper, Dancing Diamonds Table Runner and much more!

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SEWING & NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS

Every January, many of us think about resolutions for the new

year. We hope that focused commitments may help to improve our

appearance, character, health or state of well being. A recent

news program interviewed a physician who had analyzed the

lifestyles of individuals who are now over 100 years old. And he

identified consistent activities that had contributed to their

longevity. A few of his discoveries were surprising.

The physician’s research at first identified some of the activities

we expect to hear about, such as exercise, healthy food choices,

and a sincere spiritual life. However, his study also revealed two

factors that correspond to your motivation to read this

newsletter!

1. A hobby. Yes, a hobby that you love will help extend your life.

When we use our hands to build and create, our stress levels

are reduced and we experience an increased sense of

purpose.

2. Relationships. Time spent with family and friends produces

similar results as a hobby – reduced stress and increased

purpose. Especially when the time spent together includes

participating in a common activity.

Isn’t this excellent news? The thing that you love to do will likely

extend your lifespan! All of us would love to live a long and happy

life! For those in the sewing community, what resolutions can be

made to put these principles into action?

1. Identify an ambitious sewing project that challenges your

skills. Not just something practical, but something that really

inspires you. Then schedule a little time every day to move

forward with it. At the end of 2018, you’ll look back with a

sense of completion and accomplishment.

2. Join a class, quilt guild or sewing club. Or go on a weekend

sewing retreat. Some of the most memorable and fun filled

days are spent sewing with others. You’ll find yourself

chatting, laughing and learning.

3. Teach a friend, child or grandchild. Even if you’re not an

expert, there is likely someone you love who can be

introduced to your favorite hobby.

4. Visit the Bernina Connection. Our staff loves sewing, just as

you do. Let us inspire you with beautiful fabrics, creative

displays, and new products that will enable you to explore new

artistic possibilities.

5. Give your sewing machine a Spa Day. Just as many of us

perform the yearly ritual of changing smoke detector

batteries, January is also a great time to prep your sewing

machine for a new year. If you bring her in for annual service,

your machine will have a long and content life as well.

It is our hope that your New Years’ resolution will be to spend

more time in this creative hobby, and to do it with those you love.

Know how much you matter to us, and the pleasure it brings us

when you come to visit. Happy New Year, and may your sewing

contribute to a long and joyful life!

Larry Delceg - Master Service Tech

Sat 9 - 10 Feb 3, March 3, April 7, May 5

with Mary Beth Martin

Looking for Adventurous Sewers!

We have a great group, called Quilters Jackpot and you are invited to join. It meets the first Saturday of each month. The fun is to create

one 12½” block to contribute to a quilt. (Yes, you can create more!) What do you learn? Color

theory and coordination of fabrics, skill building, learning new block designs as well as learning

from other creative people. The best part: After joining the group and participating for three

months, you are eligible to win blocks for that month. Many months there are more than one winner! You will have the blocks already made by

your seam mates and you are ready to sew! Come to see and share ideas, challenges and fun

times with others!

Don’t miss the Accessory Specials

February 25% off Invisible Zipper Foot #35

March 25% off Darning Foot #9

May 25% off Leather Rolling Foot #55

April 25% off Patchwork Feet

#37, #57, #97

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Quilting Techniques

Love Your Walking Foot Again $30.00 with Mary Furniss for beginners and beyond

Thu Feb 22 10 - 2 OR Tue May 22 4:30 - 8:30

In this class we will start to expand our use of the walking foot beyond quilting in the ditch. Samples will be sewn to show you the basics of walking foot quilting skills. Oh, what fun you will have starting this new quilting adventure! The class will start with Richard, one of our technicians, showing you how to maintain your walking foot in top condition. Then you will work on a variety of quilting samples and discuss how you can continue to grow this skill.

Quilting Made Easy with Rulers $30.00 with Mary Lewkowitz for beginners and beyond

Sat April 14 10 - 2

Learn the basics of ruler work on your domestic sewing

machine. Using the Meadow Dance Fabric Panel and

“Feather Focus” ruler set, you will learn to use templates for

feathers, how to stitch and rotate a wreath, stitch beautiful

circles for fills and design for a curved/straight template.

Edge to Edge Quilting $30.00 with Mary Lewkowitz for beginners and beyond

Fri April 20 2 - 6

Use your embroidery machine to

quilt like a long arm while getting

your project done in as little as a

day. Use the clever “edge-to-

edge” designs digitized by Amelie

Scott to eliminate the expense

and time when using a quilting

service. Ten different designs and

a helpful book are the basis for this

class. The size of the designs do

require a Mega, Midi, Maxi or

Jumbo hoop. Bring your finished

(unbound) quilt or use a whole

cloth method like the shop sample.

Longarm Learning

Longarm Club $10.00 per session with Kim Serba for beginners and beyond

6 - 8 Thu Feb 8, No March, April 12, May 10

Quilting has long been about a community of quilters working together for a common purpose. This Club will be for those who have already purchased a Long-Arm machine (any brand) and want to gather on a regular basis for sharing resources and ideas, long-arm demos, show and tell, small quilting challenges, and supporting each other. Let’s get started!

Longarm Demos $10.00 per session

with Kim Serba for beginners and beyond

3 - 4 Sat Feb 3, March 3, April 7, May 5

If you have been thinking about purchasing a long-arm quilting machine or wondering what makes the Bernina Long-Arm Q-series so special, join us each month as we explore the amazing features of the Q-20/Q-24. We will play with the new palm precision handles allowing more control for free motion quilting, the ease and practicality of zipper leads for simultaneous quilts in work, the new laser light for precise needle placement (to be released towards the end of the year), the ruler table and foot for the immensely popular ruler quilting, and we will create a table runner on the frame. We may also explore the beauty and simplicity of the Q-matic automation on the Bernina Long-Arm… so many ideas, so little time! Space is limited, call and reserve your spot.

Long Arm Quilting with BERNINA

BERNINA Longarm Stitch Regulator (BLSR)

Exclusive Tension Control

Unique Threading Path & Integrated Bobbin Winder

Unique User Interface

It’s a BERNINA!

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Quilts & More! Jelly Roll High Jinx Table Runner $35.00

with Diane Mathus-Nagano for beginners and beyond

Sat March 17 10 - 3

This quilt-as-you-go table runner is just perfect for showing off a favorite large print, artfully set off by coordinating strips of color. I’m thinking about those gorgeous new Kaffe florals….

Hexagons & Windmills $25.00 with Joan Salik for beginners and beyond

Thu March 1 10 - 1:30

Try this slashed and scrappy quilt! Using one easy template and all your favorite scraps, create a one-of-a-kind work of art!

Reflected Wedges Table Runner $35.00 with Cecile Babich Morrow for beginners and beyond

Sat March 24 10 - 3

Are you interested in trying your hand at the art of quilting? Join in on the fun and decorate your home in the process. Create a delightfully modern feeling table runner using traditional Dresden Plate wedges. Echo quilting in the wedges completes the polished feel.

Spinning Windmill Doll Quilt $30.00

with Hilary ”Tink” Ascani for intermediate quilter

Fri April 6 10 - 2

Do you have a daughter/granddaughter who has an 18” doll? Well, here is the perfect quilt designed by Hilary for their doll. I’ll bet you know their favorite colors! Pick out four coordinating colors and make this delightful doll quilt for your loved one. Should be comfortable working with bias seams.

Frequency $40.00 with Jessica Caldwell for intermediate quilters

Sat April 21 10 - 4

Come electrify our quilt collection with this large scale, graphic-design quilt inspired by electrical currents. We will work on bias piecing and half-square rectangles to make your Frequency quilt. During the class you will make at least one finished block and be shown all the tools to complete this quilt at home.

Dancing Diamonds Table Runner $35.00 with Mary Furniss for beginners and beyond

Mon April 23 2 - 6

This pattern is easy to stitch and will give you a really beautiful finish without much fuss. The design features a new fun and fast technique. You pick your color theme and come have some fun.

Tea Leaf Table Topper $25.00 with Mary Furniss for beginners and beyond

Thu May 3 10 - 1

Add texture to your table with these placemats and table toppers! Tea leaves mimic the look of cathedral window blocks in these projects. Make a scrappy or a specific color theme.

Super Scrappy Jelly Roll Quilt $30.00 with Ken Casey for beginners and beyond

Fri May 4 9:30-- 3:30

We all have those jelly rolls or strip packets that we bought because they are soooooo beautiful. We pull them out, pet them, then put them away; waiting for the “perfect project” for them. THIS IS IT! This quilt will use every smidgen of fabric and will be stunning when finished. Ken designed this a couple years ago and is eager to share it with all of us. 40 2½” strips and a yard of fabric will make a gorgeous lap quilt. Want it bigger? No problem! Each strip will make one 8” finished block. Ken can’t

wait to come back to his friends in Phoenix!

Overgrown $40.00 with Beth Norris for intermediate quilters

Sat May 26 10 - 4

In love with wool yet? Begin or continue the love affair with this joyous quilt. This is a wool applique on cotton or linen. Wendy Williams has an exuberant flair in her designs. Even though she offers patterns for the applique and suggestions for the stitching, she encourages you to apply your creative genius to specifics. In the class we will work on one of the six rows of the quilt, spending time hand stitching and embellishing on the flowers and leaves. Plus we will lay out one row. Wendy uses a unique method for appliqueing the wool to the background that features all of your hand stitching with none of it “invisible”. This class assumes you have taken the Basic and Second stitching classes or have equivalent experience.

35 Shades of Grey $30.00 with Joan Salik for beginners and beyond

Thu May 31 10 - 2

Based on the “Yellow Brick Road” pattern and using the basic 9½” block. Redesign it for a unique quilt that’s all your own.

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Kids Kamp June 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 1:30 - 5:30

$195 per session

Looking for something for kids to do this summer? Join Miss Sue and Miss Louisa for a week of

fun-filled projects and learning new sewing skills.

Don’t forget….we have sewing machines starting at $189!

Come sew with us at a Certified

Kimberbell Machine Embroidery Event!

Kimberbell ’s kitchen

Friday & Saturday, February 23 & 24 10 - 4 $199

Where you can have your cake & stitch it too!

Make six exclusive event projects in just two days! Improve your embroidery skills and learn new techniques while trying a

variety of machine embroidery products Receive a Kimberbell project bag and fabric kit with all the

Kimberbellishments, plus step-by-step instructions and project CD Cost includes supplies and lunch for both days Be inspired by friends who love machine embroidery like you

CELEBRATIONS: Oh, Happy Day!

Friday & Saturday, May 11 & 12 10 - 4 $199

If happiness means having a full bobbin, then you are invited to celebrate at The Bernina Connection with Kimberbell Designs!

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Did You Know?

We rent machines!

You can rent a machine to use in class for just $10.00! Let us know in advance so we can have it set up for you. You get a needle and a bobbin when you rent a machine. We also have computers you can rent for software classes! But remember, you must reserve in advance! First reserved, first served! It helps if you allow 15 minutes before class begins to get set up with your rental. This is a great way to “try before you buy” and find a perfect fit for your sewing needs. Your rental fee may be put towards the purchase of a new machine. Sorry, we cannot rent 8 or 7 series machines at this time.

The Wide World of Embroidery

Bunny Bonanza Coasters $30.00 with Cecile Babich Morrow for beginners and beyond

Wed Feb 28 1 - 5

These made-in-the-hoop coasters are sure to hop into your hearts. What a great way to welcome spring with these cute applique coasters. Hop into Spring with these bunny coasters.

Candle Mat by Lunch Box Quilts $30.00 with Mary Furniss for beginners and beyond

Thu April 5 10 - 1

Decorate your home for all Seasons with these easy machine embroidered candle mats. The stipple quilting along with the applique designs are stitched in the hoop. The Love Mat is perfect for all occasions.

Hello Spring Wall Hanging $35.00 with Cecile Babich-Morrow for beginners and beyond

Fri March 23 10 - 3

Spring into this wonderful season of new life. Enjoy creating this Hello Spring wall hanging or table top display to treasure or share with a friend. Sure to brighten your home with the fresh feeling and colors of Spring. This could also be fashioned into a pillow.

Editing Designs on the 880/790 PLUS or Upgraded Machines $25.00

with Mary Furniss for beginners and beyond

Wed Feb 21 2 - 5 Tue April 17 5:30 - 8:30

You have the great new embroidery features, now, let’s use

them! We will review and then work with several designs

that will use all the new enhanced editing features. You will

be able to personalize these designs for embroidering in

class or save for future use. Join us and be ready to be

amazed at your machine’s editing power!

Freeform Table Runner 2 $30.00 with Mary Furniss for beginners and beyond

Mon May 14 1 - 5

This is a patchwork runner with all the blocks made in 3 hoop sizes by machine embroidery. There are 5 different blocks in this table runner and they are joined with the sewing machine. It is quick and easy to make and oh, so beautiful. Pre-order your design and it will be written to a USB stick for you to keep.

OESD School of Embroidery

Fri Feb 16, March 16, April 20, May 18 10-1 $25 per session

The OESD School of Embroidery is a series of classes that take you through all of the basic techniques that you need to be successful with your embroidery. Each class will highlight a different embroidery technique that includes a project. The project designs will be free and provided at the time of class. This is a fun, project oriented class to expand your embroidery skills.

February 16 Tiled Pillow March 16 Trapunto Wall Hanging April 20 Embroider on a knit top May 18 Successfully embroider towels

Embroidery Lab Mon 10 - 1 Feb 26, March 26, April 30, No May

$15/session

Embroidery Lab is a dream come true! Here is your opportunity to finish those “UFOs” or that project that has you puzzled. All while in the comfort of our space with use of our basic equipment (tables, mats, ruler, etc.) and easy availability of missing supplies. Embroidery Lab will have an experienced teacher to guide you in answering your questions and challenges that may arise. What a great place to be with others that like to embroider!

880/790 Upgrade Features $50.00 Free with purchase

Tue Feb 6 10 - 3

While making a towel holder, as well as embroidering on a towel, you will learn and experience the new and improved embroidery features received with your upgrade. The new features are wonderful. We have a kit for you so all you need to bring are your sewing supplies, upgraded machine and module, color of Isacord thread of your choice (used in bobbin too) and your new midi hoop.

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BC COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Saturday April 7 3 - 6 with Mary Furniss

A Quilt of Valor is a wartime quilt made to honor our war wounded. It is a tangible way to say: “Thank you for your service, sacrifice and valor for our country.” Bernina Connection celebrates our soldiers by assembling quilts to be sent to the

Quilts of Valor Project. Bring your own quilt pattern and fabrics or assemble a predetermined quilt pattern. Like hand sewing? We have a few quilts that need to be finished with binding and a label before sending.

Quilt tops will be completed to send to the project. We will have machines set up in the classroom or you are welcome to bring your own machine. Please RSVP so we can plan. For more information about Quilts of Valor go to www.qovf.org. Thanks for your support!

Friday February 2 10 - 1

Join Cecile, DiAnn and friends in making heart shaped pillows for breast cancer survivors that will be given to women at the time of their surgery. We need people of all ages and expertise to cut, stitch, stuff, and attach labels. Since May 2004, over 10,000 hearts have been

made with materials donated by friends. Tina’s Treasures

at Virginia Piper Cancer Center at HonorHealth, and

HonorHealth Breast Health & Research Center, Mayo

Clinic Store at Mayo Hospital, Cancer Support

Community, Halstead Clinic and Breast Center and other

surgi-centers receive and distribute these hearts. Hearts

are always available at Bernina Connection for those who

need them.

Won’t you come help with this project? A little of your

time or resources can really make a difference for

someone experiencing breast cancer. Call to let us know

that you are coming and if you are bringing your sewing

machine so we can plan for machines, work stations and

fabric. Working kids are welcome!

Did you know we’re on Facebook? Be a fan! Post your latest project or share

a hint.

Shorts for Boys

Thu April 19 2 - 5

Share your love of sewing and helping under privileged boys by making a new pair of shorts for a young boy. Kits and instructions will be provided. Just bring your sewing machine, a neutral thread and feel the joy of helping someone in need.

Back to School Sewing Monday, May 29 10 - 2

Join us for a day of sewing to make garments for the Back to School Clothing Drive. Each year this organization clothes over 5,000 children in Maricopa County. Clothing for all ages and sizes are needed. There will be clothing already cut out to sew, but you are welcome to bring your own fabric and patterns. There is a special need for clothing for older, larger girls. If you can’t attend we are accep t i ng unopened

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Your Serger Workshop...Lose the Fear With Kaysie Oldani

If you’re comfortable with Serger basics these 3 workshops sessions will show you just how much more versatile YOU and your serger can be! You may attend one or all of the sessions and will complete a workbook at sessions 1 & 2 and a project in Session 3 for future reference again and again!

Session 1 - Threads & More Thu March 15 10 - 1 $30

When you see all those different threads, Rayon, Jeans Stitch & Wooly Nylon , do you wonder how they work in a Serger? This first session gives you the opportunity

to create beautiful samples of all of them.

Session 2 - Fun with Feet Thu April 19 10 – 1 $30

Did you know you can make piping on a Serger or gather fabric or make wire ribbon? These are just a few

of the samples we will make using the accessory feet for your BERNINA Serger.

Session 3 - Perky Pillow! Thu May 17 10 - 1 $35

The final workshop session brings everything together—threads, accessory feet and techniques to

create a one-of-a-kind serger pillow.

Sign up for all 3 classes for $80

Serge It Up!

Serger Swing Jacket $25.00 with Kaysie Oldani for beginners and beyond

Thu March 1 6 - 9

Use your serger to create this casual jacket with swing silhouette. The pattern by Indygo Juction is offered in mid-hip or lower hip length. No closures and dolman sleeves make it easy to construct. Fashion with serged edges, no hems or facings and with patched pockets .

“Serge” La Table $25.00 with Kaysi Oldani for beginners and beyond

Tue March 28 5 - 9

Create your own Table Decor using your Serger and your imagination and design for every Holiday & Event at a fraction of the price.This class we will be creating a Reversible Placemat, a Napkin, a Table Runner and a Wire Ribbon to finish off your decorator setting.

L450 Overlocker

Working with an overlocker means saving time and stitching fast. Sewing projects take shape quickly and with little effort. Innovative features make BERNINA overlockers delightfully easy to use, ensuring professional quality down to the very last stitch. The overlocker is the perfect companion to a sewing machine.

Do you have a BERNINA Preferred Customer Card?

Apply today at ww.berninausa.com

Shelter Pet Beds Wednesday, May 9 6 - 9

♣ You bring us your fabric scraps ♣ Some of us make dog beds ♣ Some of us deliver dog beds ♣ We all love our animals! Debbie Lemon is no exception, but she has planned an evening Shelter Pet Beds Sew-In. Come together with friends and lets get a production line going to really crank out some beds. Debbie knows a shelter in Mesa that’s in great need of beds. Our goal is to be

10 AM - 12 PM Sat January 27 for the February - May 2018 Newsletter!

Come and meet our teachers, see their class samples and find out what each class

and club is all about. Register for class and get a 20% off sticker

for your purchase of class supplies.

Plan now to attend the next REG Party

10 AM - 12 PM Sat May 19 for the June - September 2018 Newsletter!

February 8-10 Amanda Murphy February 23 & 24 Kimberbell Academy March 9 & 10 Kathy Doughty March 22-24 AQG Quilt Show March 30 & 31 Claudia Dinnell April 25-29 Sue Spargo May 11 & 12 Kimberbell Academy May 28 Memorial Day CLOSED

What do you get when you buy a machine from

The Bernina Connection?

When you buy a machine from BC, we become your

new extended family.

4 to 23 hours of free hands-on Machine Mastery

classes to learn everything you need to know about how to use your machine.

If you need a refresher lesson on your machine, you

can repeat a Mastery class again for free. You can take the classes more than once for a refresher!

A one-year free membership in any BC club, such

as: Embroidery Divas Club, Gourmet Sewing Club, Everybody Embroiders Club or Designing Women Club. That’s 36-60 hours of free classes.

Customer service and support from the most talented staff and teachers on the planet!

At least 1 year free clean, oil and adjust machine

servicing. Great trade up policy, just ask for details!

20% discount on the purchase of any cabinet or

sewing furniture.

Special financing terms available with the Bernina

Credit Card.

Great customer service just like we give every cus-

tomer who walks through the door or uses our online store at www.berninaconnection.com!

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