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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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Classes

 
 

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

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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!

 

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 sew.

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