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Sew Creative is located at:
4616 N. Prospect Rd., Unit B
Peoria Heights, IL
phone: 309-685-1739
fax: 309-685-6739
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Have you seen a quilt
pattern that you are itching to make, but no one has offered it as a class?
Well, gather 3 or more friends who want a day or evening of fun tackling
this project "Scratching Your Itch." Call us and we will create a class just
for you!
Summer 2010 Guide Class Schedule
RSVP to Sew Creative 685-1739
Please call to register as soon as possible. Thank
you.
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Beginning Sewing Series
Sew Creative
is offering a series
of beginning sewing classes. Whether you want to learn to
sew or would just like some refresher courses, we have them
for you!
Beginning Sewing - Pillowcase
Pillowcase
Date: July 21 Wednesday
Time: 10:30am.
Cost: $20
Diane Gibson, instructor
The pattern is included with this class –
the seams are all enclosed – no raw edges!! We have kits put
together for you to make one to be donated to OSF…or we have
lots of cute fabrics for you to pick from to make for
yourself or as a gift. They are so much fun you won’t be
able to make just one.
Beginning Sewing - Totebag
Date: August 21 Saturday
Time: 10:30am.
Cost: $20 (Kit and pattern required)
Diane Gibson, instructor
This class is the second step for the truly
beginning sewer and a great first refresher class for those
who are rediscovering this craft. We will use Kwik Sew
#3684. This bag is so easy to make that you will go home
with it finished! Come in to see the sample soon.
Beginning Sewing - Robe
Date: October This will be a 2 session class
Time: TBA
Cost: TBA
Diane Gibson, instructor
This is the third in the series for
beginning or refreshing sewers. We will use a Kwik Sew
pattern and some great cozy fabric. Get a head start on
those Christmas gifts!
Quilting Classes
BSR Retreat
Date: August 11 Wednesday
Time: 10:30am.
Cost: $20 (fabric kit also required)
Rosie Dersch, instructor
Do you have the BSR (Bernina Stitch
Regulator) attachment and need to make friends with it? Have
you used the BSR for stippling, but want some other ideas
for quilting? Come to this retreat especially with you in
mind! Learn the basics of operation and then make samples of
several different easy free motion patterns that will expand
your creativity in quilting your projects. Pick up your
supply list when you register. Class size is limited to 6
students.
Prairie Points
Date: August 28 Saturday
Time: 10:30am.
Cost:: $20
Helen Heinz, instructor
Come to this class and learn a great
technique to make prairie points from just one strip of
fabric - a timesaver for your prairie point borders. Bring a
6" strip of fabric cut across the width of your fabric, a 6"
ruler, a pair of scissors and marking pencil to class with
you. You will be amazed at how easy it will be!
Machines
Aurora 430, 430E, 440QE
Session I - Sewing
Date: June 12 Saturday
Time: 10:30am.-4:30pm.
Peggy Johnston, instructor
This is an all day session. We will have
lunch break at 12:30pm. Please bring your machine,
accessories and manual.
Session II - Embroidery
Date: June 19 Saturday
Time: 10:30am.-4:30pm.
Peggy Johnston, instructor
This is an all day session. We will have
lunch break at 12:30pm. Please bring your machine,
embroidery module, accessories, manual and laptop with
software loaded.
Artista 200, 630, 640, 730
Session 1 June 26 Saturday 10:30am.–4:30pm.
Session 2 July 3 Saturday 10:30am.–4:30pm.
Session 3+ July 17 Saturday 10:30am.–4:30pm.
+All day embroidery. Remember to bring the
module.
Peggy Johnston, instructor
These are full day sessions with a lunch
break at 12:30pm. You will need the sewing machine for
Sessions 1 & 2. For session 3 you will need both the machine
and embroidery module. Remember to bring your manual,
accessories, foot pedal, and supplies - scissors, embroidery
threads, variegated embroidery thread and clear thread.
Bernina
Machines 210, 220, 230, 240
Date: July 30 Friday
Time: 10:30am.-12:30pm.
Rosie Dersch, instructor
Bring your machine, accessories and manual.
8 Series - 830
Session 1 June 28 Monday
Session2 June 29 Tuesday
Time: 10:30am. - 4:30pm.
Peggy Johnston, instructor
In support of our Top of the Line 830
machines, we are providing you with 2 full days of hands-on
individual instruction. All 830 owners should attend this
class! (Your machine will have a sleep-over at the store.)
The first day will focus on the sewing side; the second day
will focus on embroidery. This is a great time for us to
share hints and tips. Bring your lunch; bottled water will
be available. Call to register; the class supply list will
be emailed to you!
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Software & Embroidery Classes
Bernina
V6 D+ Mastery Class
Series Goal: Completion of all 9 Mastery workbook
sections to obtain a
'Certificate of
Mastery’ (Completion of this series will be a
requirement for some future classes.)
Series Cost: $90
(Fee must be paid 1 week before beginning of
series. If you miss a class, your copies of any additional
notes or design files will be available. A partial refund
will be given only for unusual circumstances.)
Pam Steele, instructor
Before each class, please print and review
the section of the Mastery Workbook that will be discussed.
(If you do not have or have misplaced your copy of the
Mastery Workbook, please let us know.) Bring your laptop,
dongle and mouse. Plan to come a few minutes early to set up
so class can begin promptly. There will be homework and your
stitchouts will be brought to the next class so we can
answer questions and solve problems.
1 Lettering
Date: July 13 Tuesday
Time: 2pm.
2 Monogramming & Portfolio
Date: July 27 Tuesday
Time: 2pm.
3 Editing
Date: August 10 Tuesday
Time: 2pm.
4 Autodigitizing & PhotoSnap
Date: August 20 Friday
Time: 2pm.
( Please
note change of day!)
5 Digitizing
Date: August 31 Tuesday
Time: 2pm.
6 Special Effects
Date: September 21 Tuesday
Time: 2pm.
7 Applique
Date: October 5 Tuesday
Time: 2pm.
8 Multi-hooping
Date: October 19 Tuesday
Time: 2pm.
9 Quilter & CrossStitch
Date: October 26 Tuesday
Time: 2pm.
My Label Review-Pants
Date: September 11 Saturday
Time: 10:30am.
Cost: $20
Emily Dochterman, instructor
Have you made a pattern with your My Label
software? Are you interested in the program, but want to
know more about it? We are going to discuss getting started
with this software and what some of the fitting challenges
can be. Emily is using My Label to make great pants.
Attention: All those who are tall or petite and have
difficulty getting pants that fit--This is the class for
you!
"Twisters"
The tool for making pinwheels easy
Date: September 17 Friday
Time: 10:30am. - 12pm.
Cost: $25
Helen Heinz, instructor
Come to this class to learn how to make easy
pinwheels with a new tool called "Lil' Twister". No more
templates, no more tracing, no more slipping, no more
frustration -- only fun! Peggy has this new tool in her shop
which also includes a pattern to make a table topper. Kits
will be available. This is also a great way to use charm
squares. It takes 20 charms to make the table topper, plus
other coordinating fabric for borders. Class will be a
demonstration on how to use this new, fun tool.
Bernina
V6 Guide - Basics
Date: July 8 Thursday
Time: 2pm.
Pam Steele, instructor
This is an introductory lesson for all
levels of V6:
Art Design, EditorPlus and DesignerPlus.
Bring your laptop with software installed, dongle, and
mouse. (If you do not have a laptop, we have a limited
amount available to use. Please reserve one when you sign
up.) Class size is limited to 6 students--2 student minimum
required.
Class Policy
Please register early to avoid disappointment because a
class is full or cancelled due to insufficient enrollment.
Withdrawals from class must be made at least one week prior
to class. After that time, refunds are not available, but
you are welcome to send someone in your place. Be sure to
clean and oil your machine before class so it is ready to
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