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Sewing News
January/February/March 2015
NEW YEAR GREETINGS
As we draw to a close of another year, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you, my
loyal and wonderful customers, for your patronage, and for helping to make 2014 a very special year
for us at Bernina Sewing Center.
Because of you, we continue to expand our products and services. Seeing your excitement and
enthusiasm in your sewing projects and accomplishments brings us great joy. It is gratifying and
encouraging to share in your successes. We appreciate your suggestions and compliments for the
changes we have made. We wish you a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year and look forward
to serving you in 2015!
Doris
BE WATCHING! INTRODUCING THE BERNINA Q24 LONGARM
Bernina enthusiasts have been waiting for a Bernina Longarm Quilting Machine and now is the
time! The new Bernina Q24 has a 24” throat, dual built in Bernina stitch regulators, and a simple to
navigate, color touch screen. Everything is up front on this machine: the thread stand, the bobbin
winder, and the hand wheel. It has a simple threading path with unique electronic tension control
on the screen to make life easy. This machine uses M class bobbins, standard sewing machine
needles (so you cannot get them in wrong) and any Bernina free motion foot. You can raise and
lower the presser foot with the touch of a button and you have twin needle capability. The unique
ergonomic handle bars are infinitely adjustable with programmable buttons. The Bernina Q24 comes
with a heavy duty frame equipped with ONE piece poles; these poles will not bend over time. The
outstanding side clamping system makes it easy on your hands to load a quilt. And it even has a
semi-automatic needle threader. The wait is over and it has been well worth it!!
REMINDERS – BSC QUILT RETREAT IN JANUARY
Bernina Sewing Center will be sponsoring our first quilt retreat at the newly remodeled, historic
Northern Hotel beginning Friday evening, January 16th and ending Monday, January 19 (Martin
Luther King week-end).
Highlights for the weekend:
There will be an area where attendees can set up their own machines and work on their own
projects.
There will be another area where a variety of classes will be offered by Sharon Kendall from Riley
Blake Designs. We will provide sewing machines to be used in these classes.
Also offered will be free demonstrations, drawings, valet parking, lots of fun, and a trolley ride to a
private shopping trip and light supper at Bernina Sewing Center.
Cost: $150 – This cost includes any classes offered; kit fees vary for each class
Start the New Year out with something just for you!
BERNINA 350 Special Edition
Bernina 880 Sterling Edition
• Exquisite faceplate design
• ‘It’s a Sterling Life on Berkeley Square’ quilt and embroidery design collection created for
BERNINA by Sarah Vedeler
• ‘It’s a Sterling Life’ embroidery kit
• Ornamental silver plate for engraving
• Invitation to an exclusive 3-day Sterling Retreat at
the BERNINA Creative Center with special guest Sarah Vedeler
• Special accessory and software coupons included with purchase
All Christmas
Fabrics
25% off
Coupon Valid thru March 31, 2015
All Embroidery
Designs – 20% off
Coupon Valid thru March 31, 2015
What’
s
New?
Books
Fabrics
Earth Rhythms – Northcott
Dino Pals Flannel – Northcott
58/60” Cuddle (New colors) –
Shannon Fabrics
Hoffman Batiks
Primrose Garden – Riley Blake
Roots & Wings – Riley Blake
Cottage – Riley Blake
Downton Abbey – New Collection
– Andover
Because of the Brave – Moda
Good Vibrations - Northcott
Island Batiks
All Kits – 20% off Patterns
Coupon Valid thru March 31, 2015
All Minkee
20% off
Ocean Rhythms
Dino-Mite!
Simply on the Edge Placemats
Brave
Because of the Brave
Reflecting Hues
Coupon Valid thru March 31, 2015
All King Tut &
Signature Threads
20% off
Coupon Valid thru March 31, 2015
Happy Birthday!
From All of Us at
Bernina Sewing Center
25% off
on one-time
shopping spree
Excludes sewing machines, cabinets, etc.
Offer valid during the month of your birthday only.
Save the
Date
Downton Abby
Trunk Show
March 23rd
Stay tuned for times
and event information
Urban & Amish
Baby Says Sew
The New Hexagon
Take 5 Fat Quarters
Vintage Vibe
A Flair For Fabric
Free Motion Quilting For
Beginners
Embroidery Designs
Christmas Blocks & Borders –
Anita Goodesign
Paper Cut Snowflakes – Anita
Goodesign
Glamour Bags – Anita
Goodesign
Pet Bandanas – Anita
Goodesign
Nantucket Monogram – Anita
Goodesign
Egyptian – Anita Goodesign
Patchwork Cats – Anita
Goodesign
Efflorescence
Boy Meets Girl
Quilters Package
*Stitch Regulator
*Bernina Walking Foot
*Bernina 1/4” Foot
*Bernina Magnifier
Classes
Class Cancellation and Refund Policy: Please sign up
early to reserve your place in class. Classes must be
paid for before our cancellation deadline (three days
before class starts). You may cancel and receive a full
refund up to three days before class. After the three
day limit you will receive store credit. If a class is
cancelled by us you may have your class fee refunded
or receive store credit. If class enrollment does not
meet the minimum requirement, it may be cancelled.
January
Diana Simkins – Judy
Beauties
Fridays, Jan 9, Feb. 13, Mar. 13, April 10,
May 8, June 12 & Aug. 7
Time: 10:00 – 5:00
This class is for students who want to finish
or start another Judy Niemeyer project.
Diana will be assisting each student with
fabric selection (if needed) and techniques
applicable to the individual projects.
Projects can be big or small and students
can be beginners or experienced paper
piecers.
Cost: $35/session
Judy Niemeyer’s “Paradise
in Blooms” NEW
Saturdays, Jan. 10, Feb. 14, Mar. 14, April
11, May 9, June 13 & Aug. 8
Time: 10:00 – 5:00
This class taught by certified instructor
Diana Simkins, is a Technique of the Month
with several new techniques and some
appliqué. This striking quilt is a 7-Session
class with the first session being fabric
selection and technique #1. The patterns
will be provided at each session and are
included in the class fees. When you
complete this class, you should be able to
tackle other Judy Niemeyer’s projects.
Cost: $125 Initial Fee and $35 per session
Beginning Quilting Part 2
(Evening)
Wednesdays, Jan. 21, 28, Feb. 4, 18, 25,
Mar. 4 & 11
Time: 6:00 – 9:00
This seven session class is for those students
who have completed Beginning Quilting. In
this class you will be constructing the Wild
Goose Run Quilt found in the same book
you used for Beginning Quilting. During
the first class, Darla will be discussing
fabric options and helping you to select
your fabric.
Instructor: Darla Arthur
Cost: $75 plus supplies
(10% discount on class supplies)
Grand & Rehberg Store:
1505 Rehberg Lane, Suite A
Billings, MT 59102
wwww.billingsbernina.com
(406) 656-4999 or (800) 598-8976
(406) 656-4826 fax
Hours: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm, Mon. - Sat.
Anita Goodesign Monthly
Workshop
Thursday, Jan. 15 OR Saturday, Jan. 31
Time: 9:30 – 4:00
Each month you will learn new and easy
techniques for your embroidery machine.
This is a hands-on class with a project
(dealer’s choice) and printed step by
step color tutorials. You will take home 3
different project designs on CD. No software
is needed. Beginners are welcome! We are
offering 2 different times to accommodate
everyone! Supply list at store.
Instructor: Myrt Wittenberg
Cost: $10 includes kit
Introduction to Machine
Applique
Tuesday, January 20
Time: 10:00 – 3:00
From the French meaning “to apply”,
appliqué is the technique of applying fabric
shapes to a background fabric and stitching
them in place along the lines. This class will
offer step-by-step instructions for selecting
tools and supplies, preparing the shapes
and stitching several of the most popular
methods of appliqué. It will include the
zigzag/satin stitch method, blanket stitch
method and raw edge appliqué. Use these
techniques to make sample blocks for
reference.
Instructor: Vivien Swant
Cost: $20 includes supplies
Free Motion Skill Builder Club
Friday, January 23
Time: 1:00 – 3:30
Vivien and Phyllis have teamed up again to
offer this club to free motion enthusiasts.
Yes, there is a secret handshake! Each
month, come have fun practicing and
learning a new free motion design. We will
be using the book Doodle Quilting by Cheryl
Malkowski in each class. Please purchase
this book before your first class (available at
Bernina Sewing Center). You may join this
club anytime; pick up your supply list when
you sign up. Would everybody please sign
up each month so we know the number of
supplies to prepare.
Instructors: Vivien Swant & Phyllis Ditto
Cost: $15 (Quilt sandwich & threads will be
provided)
Virtual Software Sampler –
What Is It?
Software SAMPLER is a hands-on/lecture
demo class.
View a National Bernina
Educator presentation webinar; then
practice the technique for yourself on
your own computer. Our local Bernina
Educator, Rose, will lead the class in the
hands on experience. You need to bring
your computer loaded with the Bernina
V7 software, your dongle, and be ready to
explore the design tools in the fascinating
Bernina software. A courtesy phone call
(656-4999) to reserve your spot would be
greatly appreciated.
Saturday, January 24
Time: 10:00 – 3:00
#1 – Digitize a Logo
Discover some basic digitizing techniques
while we create an embroidery design
working only from a poor quality graphic.
Working with small lettering will also be
covered.
Instructor: Rose Wagner
Cost: $10 plus supplies
Scrap Crazy Sawmill Table
Runner
Tuesday, January 27
Time: 10:00 – 4:00
Do you have a bunch of scraps that are
hanging around your sewing area? With
this special ruler you will be able to put
them to use in several easy projects. This
project features a sawmill table runner. We
are using the Scrap Crazy 6” ruler set from
Creative Grids and the book Scrap Crazy
by Karen Montgomery. Two more classes
using this ruler set will follow!
Instructor: Anthony Rieke
Cost: $20 plus supplies
February
Beginning Quilting
(Daytime)
Mondays – Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, Mar. 2 & 9
Time: 1:00 – 4:00
This class is for beginners in the truest
sense of the word. It will be a six session
class. Everything will be included from
fabric selection, rotary cutting, piecing,
quilting and binding! When you finish you
will have a nice wall hanging or table top
size quilt. And you will be ready to make a
quilt on your own!
Instructor: Myrt Wittenberg
Cost: $65 plus supplies
(10% discount on class supplies)
Anita Goodesign Monthly
Workshop
Tuesday, Feb. 17 OR Saturday, Feb. 28
Time: 9:30 – 4:00
Each month you will learn new and easy
techniques for your embroidery machine.
This is a hands on class with a project
(dealer’s choice) and printed step by
step color tutorials. You will take home 3
different project designs on CD. No software
is needed. Beginners are welcome! We are
offering 2 different times to accommodate
everyone! Supply list at store.
Instructor: Myrt Wittenberg
Cost: $10 includes kit
Free Motion Skill Builder
Club
Friday, February 20
Time: 1:00 – 3:30
Vivien and Phyllis have teamed up again to
offer this club to free motion enthusiasts.
Yes, there is a secret handshake! Each
month, come have fun practicing and
learning a new free motion design. We will
be using the book Doodle Quilting by Cheryl
Malkowski in each class. Please purchase
this book before your first class (available at
Bernina Sewing Center). You may join this
club anytime; pick up your supply list when
you sign up. Would everybody please sign
up each month so we know the number of
supplies to prepare.
Instructors: Vivien Swant & Phyllis Ditto
Cost: $15
(Quilt sandwich & threads will be provided)
Virtual Software Sampler
Saturday, February 21
Time: 10:00 – 3:00
#2 – Blooming Bliss Quilt
Design a “jellyroll” quilt project and
coordinating quilt patterns using BERNINA
Embroidery Software 7, Artwork Canvas and
the Quilter program.
Instructor: Rose Wagner
Cost: $10 plus supplies
Adult Beginning Sewing
Tuesdays, Feb. 24, Mar. 3, 10 & 17
Time: 10:00 – 1:00
If you always wanted to sew but don’t know
how to begin, this class is for you. Learning
how to sew is something that I believe is
totally a “hands on” and “learn by doing”
experience. This 4 week class will cover
topics like: Sewing Equipment, Pattern
Selection, Fabric Preparation, Layout and
Cutting, Marking, Seam Finishes, Using
a Purchased Pattern to sew an apron and
pajama bottoms.
Class limit 5 students
Instructor: Vivien Swant
Cost: $50 plus supplies (10% discount on
supplies)
Scrap Crazy Just Daffy Wall
Hanging
Wednesday, February 25
Time: 10:00 – 4:00
Do you have a bunch of scraps that are
hanging around your sewing area? With
this special ruler you will be able to put them
to use in several easy projects. This project
features the Just Daffy Wall Hanging. We
are using the Scrap Crazy 6” ruler set from
Creative Grids and the book Scrap Crazy by
Karen Montgomery. One more class using
this ruler set will follow!
Instructor: Anthony Rieke
Cost: $20 plus supplies
March
Introduction to Machine
Applique
Saturday, March 7
Time: 10:00 – 3:00
From the French meaning “to apply”,
appliqué is the technique of applying fabric
shapes to a background fabric and stitching
them in place along the lines. This class will
offer step-by-step instructions for selecting
tools and supplies, preparing the shapes
and stitching several of the most popular
methods of appliqué. It will include the
zigzag/satin stitch method, blanket stitch
method and raw edge appliqué. Use these
techniques to make sample blocks for
reference.
Instructor: Vivien Swant
Cost: $20 includes supplies
DesignWorks & Cutwork
Decoded
Thursday, March 12
Time: 10:00 – 3:00
This class has quarterly lessons that
demonstrate simple DesignWorks &
Cutwork Software techniques to inspire
the use of the DesignWorks tools. This
quarter’s lesson is Super Bowl 2015. Design
a Cutwork bowl embellished with PaintWork
and CrystalWork. You won’t be able to
make just one! You will need to bring your
computer loaded with either DesignWorks
software or Cutwork software and your
dongle.
Instructor: Rose Wagner
Anita Goodesign Monthly
Workshop
Thursday, Mar. 19 OR Saturday, Mar. 28
Time: 9:30 – 4:00
Each month you will learn new and easy
techniques for your embroidery machine.
This is a hands-on class with a project
(dealer’s choice) and printed step by step
color tutorials. You will take home 3
different project designs on CD. No software
is needed. Beginners are welcome! We are
offering 2 different times to accommodate
everyone! Supply list at store.
Instructor: Myrt Wittenberg
Cost: $10 includes kit
Free Motion Skill Builder
Club
Friday, March 20
Time: 1:00 – 3:30
Vivien and Phyllis have teamed up again to
offer this club to free motion enthusiasts.
Yes, there is a secret handshake! Each
month, come have fun practicing and
learning a new free motion design. We will
be using the book Doodle Quilting by Cheryl
Malkowski in each class. Please purchase
this book before your first class (available at
Bernina Sewing Center). You may join this
club anytime; pick up your supply list when
you sign up. Would everybody please sign
up each month so we know the number of
supplies to prepare.
Instructors: Vivien Swant & Phyllis Ditto
Cost: $15 (Quilt sandwich & threads will be
provided)
Virtual Software Sampler
Saturday, March 21
Time: 10:00 – 3:00
#3 – All Geared Up
Use the tools in Art Canvas to create “gear”
shapes for unique quilting and appliqué
patterns.
Instructor: Rose Wagner
Cost: $10 plus supplies
Scrap Crazy Semi Formal
Wall Hanging
Tuesday, March 24
Time: March 24
Do you have a bunch of scraps that are
hanging around your sewing area? With
this special ruler you will be able to put
them to use in several easy projects. This
project features the Semi Formal Wall
Hanging. We are using the Scrap Crazy 6”
ruler set from Creative Grids and the book
called Scrap Crazy by Karen Montgomery.
Instructor: Anthony Rieke
Cost: $20 plus supplies
We appreciate you purchasing your
class supplies from our Bernina store
so that we can continue offering
exciting, new classes. Thank you.
Class Cancellation and Refund Policy: Please sign up early to reserve your place in class. Classes must be paid for before our cancellation deadline
(three days before class starts). You may cancel and receive a full refund up to three days before class. After the three day limit you will receive store
credit. If a class is cancelled by us you may have your class fee refunded or receive store credit. If class enrollment does not meet the minimum
requirement, it may be cancelled.
Mastering Your Bernina Serger
Class Times
Session 1 – Machine Overview
Threads & needles, threading, 4-thread stitches
Differential feed
Session 2 – Construction seaming
Serging knits and wovens. Optional accessories: Elasticator attachment and gathering attachment.
Session 3 – 3- thread overlock stitches, 3-thread flat lock stitches, and 3-thread rolled hem stitches. Optional accessories: Blind stitch foot & Cording foot
Session 4 – Installing upper looper converter, specialty stitches using upper looper converter, using multi-purpose foot with guide. Optional accessories: Multi-purpose foot and gathering attachment.
Session 5– 1300 MDC sergers only
Cover/chain stitch conversion.
Cover stitch techniques and chain stitch techniques
Mastering Your Bernina Sewing Machine
Class Times
Session 1 – Machine Overview
Needles, thread, Presser Feet, Securing Stitches, Corners, Zigzag, Blind Hem, Triple Stitch
Session 2 – Continuing Stitches
Vari-Overlock, Stretch Stitch, Gathering Over Cord, Buttonholes, Attaching Buttons, Zippers
Session 3 – Decorative Stitches & Creative Functions
Decorative Stitches, Securing Function, Temporary Altered Memory, Satin Stitch, Altering Stitches, Pattern Functions, Mirror Image, Balance
Session 4 – Decorative Stitches & Creative Functions (con’d) Memory/Combi Mode,
Alphabets, Continuous Reverse, Backstepping, Free-Motion Stitching, Double Needle, Wing Needle
Session 5– Creative Options - Directional Stitching For 780 Machines Only
Wednesdays:
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
January 21
January 28
February 4
February 11
February 18
Wednesdays
10:00am - 1:00 pm
March 4
March 11
March 18
March 25
April 1
Sessions 1 through 4 apply to all models of Bernina machines. It is not necessary to take these classes consecutively, so sign up for one or all today!
Each class is $5, or FREE to our customers who have recently purchased a Bernina sewing machine. Also, pick up a Mastery CD ($5.00) at the store
and print out the lessons BEFORE the first class. A minimal kit fee of $2 per session applies to all participants for supplies.
Bernina 8-Series Mastery Class
These classes will help owners of the Bernina 880, 830 & 820 discover the exclusive features that
make these machines the most luxurious in the world. Seven classes will be team taught by Rose
Wagner and Vivien Swant.
All Classes
will be on
Thursdays:
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Session 1: Meet the Machine
January 22
Session 2: Care and Feeding for Precision Performance
January 29
Session 3: In Stitches
February 5
Session 4: Bernina Stitch Regulator, Dual Feed and More
February 12
Session 5: Not Directionally Challenged (830 owners only)
February 19
Session 6: Intro to Embroidery (880 & 830 owners only)
February 26
Session 7: Endless Love and More (880 & 830 owners only) March 5
Bernina Club
What is it?
Bernina Club is a monthly time to
meet with other sewing, software
and embroidery enthusiasts to refine
your sewing skills and explore current
and new techniques and accessories.
Vivien, our local educator, discusses
and demonstrates the featured
techniques. The club, a lecture/
demo, is free. Come early and join
the fun. Plan to bring your latest
project for show-and-tell if you like.
A courtesy call (656-4999) letting us
know to expect you would be greatly
appreciated (we want to be sure we
have enough cookies)! Also, there
will be a 15% discount to those
attending club (including presser
feet)!
January – Order in the Closet!
Friday, January 30 @ 1:00
Sew up a hanging jewelry
organizer to make accessorizing
easy. Learn tips for sewing with
vinyl, applying bindings and more.
Achieve professional results with
industry inspired presser feet &
attachments.
February – Power Zips
Friday, February 27 @ 1:00
Zippers can be added anywhere to
up-style your favorite patterns and
ready to wear. See how zipper
feet make this an easy task in
combination with machine features
– even an overlocker/serger can
do zippers.
March – Applique Adventure
Friday, March 27 @ 1:00
Learn the machine appliqué tips
& tricks that make it foolproof
and fun. Try out different feet
with fully customizable stitches
to get just the look you’re after.
Enjoy using these simple motifs
on a variety of projects including
Foamology.
All About ME
What is it?
All About Machine Embroidery is a
lecture/demo webinar by a National
Bernina Educator. Our local Bernina
educator, Rose, teaches all about
stabilizers, use of threads and how to
use embroidery designs in different
applications. Learn how to customize
designs to use your Bernina to its
full capacity. The class is free and
a courtesy phone call (656-4999) to
reserve your spot would be greatly
appreciated.
Fridays @ 12:00 – 2:00
January 16 #1 – Zip It Up
Have you wondered about what
the differences are between using
an alphabet design collection and
using a font of the machine or in
the software? Learn the difference
while making the unique bag that
zips up to create a bag perfect for
holding sparkling cider, wine or
even bubble bath. Unzip it and
it lays flat! Embroider the bag to
make it truly personalized for the
recipient.
February 6 #2 – Pretty
Practical
Learn to use design templates
and the actual pattern piece to
get exact embroidery placement
while making this thread bag and
pin cushion which is pretty and
also functional. The weighted pin
cushion sits on the table and holds
the bag to catch your thread snips
as you sew. You can also use the
bag pattern to create a cute little
purse!
March 6 #3 – Keep Warm and
Carry On
Get a handle on how to embroider
on items with lots of seams and
to use an embroidery product that
lets you turn your embroidery
design into a fusible appliqué.
Learn these techniques and be
the hit of the next potluck as you
proudly carry your dish in the
VERY easy-to-make and clever
embroidered carrier.
Serger Club
MARJ OSTERMILLER
Tuesday, February 3 @ 10:00
Serger Club is the first Tuesday
of every other month at Bernina
Sewing Center. All serger brand
owners are welcome! Marj has
more wonderful presentations
planned for 2015. This bimonthly club is a big hit! Marj
has years of serger experience,
much information to share, great
projects and lots of fun! If you
have not attended before, please
join us. We would love to have
you. Call to reserve your spot.
There will be a 15% discount
to those attending Serger Club.
Lecture/Demo – cost $5.00.
Software Club
Fridays @ 10:00 – applies to
All About Me for the month
January 16 – applies to “Zip It
Up” project
February 6 – applies to “Pretty
Practical” project
March 6 – applies to “Keep Warm
and Carry On” project
HELP! We would like your input. We want to know what kinds of projects or demos you are interested in and
also what times of the day and even which days of the week work best for you. Please send us an email or drop
in and let us know what you would like. The purpose of our clubs is to provide you, our loyal customers, with
opportunities to augment your sewing skills. We’d like to know if we’re doing that for you or if there’s something
we could do differently.
BERNINA Q 24 Long Arm Quilter
BERNINA E 16 Edition
BERNINA Red Swiss Edition
BERNINA E 16 Edition