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VolunteersBra Making with Margaret Ferguson ............ 7Cameo Silhouette Class ................................ 3Creative Sewing .......................................... 10Embroidery Classes ...................................... 11Getting to Know Your Machines ................ 4Home Decor .......................................... 16Joan Statz’ Classes ...................................... 13Kids’ & Teens’ Sewing Classes ................ 5Learn to Sew ........................................... 5Longarm Classes & Club ....................... 14, 15open House ........................................... 3Pure Couture with Trudy Jansen ................. 9Quilting Classes ..................................... 12, 13Serger Classes ........................................... 8Sew on Your own ...................................... 6Sewing Classes with Jan Bones ................ 7Software & Computer Classes ................ 10

Wardrobe Essentials ................ 6

ladies – dO yOu want an OppOrtunity tO have Fun while sewing FOr a gOOd cause? Come make quilts, pajamas and/or bags for children being helped by the Zebra Child Protection Agency. the town and Country Sewers meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday afternoon of each month from 1-4 pm.

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For our last turnover to WIN House this year, both classrooms were transformed into a Christmas Wonderland, overflowing with Christmas quilts and hangings, toys, stuffed snowmen, dolls, toiletries, and with stockings hung everywhere! Also in-cluded were bags, bears, stuffed animals, scarves and toques, quilts, pillow cases, children’s clothing, women’s housecoats and everything in between. The sewing, knitting and crocheting skills of volunteers will bring joy to the families @ WIN House. Thank You!

To Randy and his staff for their continued support throughout the years, a heartfelt Thank You! We will start sewing again on Monday, Jan 7th, noon to 4. Feel free to drop by.

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Saturday January 12 9:00 - 5:00open houSe

Free Seminars West10:00 block manipulation Aradhana ShahThere is no need to run to the store every time you need a different sewing pattern. Come and learn how to create different styles using a basic block.

11:30 Cameo Chris WetmoreThe Silhouette cameo is amazing. Join Chris as he demonstrates this machine. Cut, glitz, paint plus much more. You need to see it to believe it!

1:00 get "er" done Jan FowlerLet Jan show you how to properly stretch a quilt and then finish up with her favourite bind-ing method. If you want hands-on experience, bring 4 quilting pins and a 6"x6" quilt sandwich (2 cotton layers + 1 batting).

2:30 notion Commotion Debbie LevesqueNotions make our sewing, quilting, embroidery and serging so much easier. See all of the new (and some oldies but goodies) available to make your sewing fast, fun and easy.

Free Seminars SouthJoan Statz will be at the South location during oPen houSe to answer questions about her classes & patterns and to demonstrate the hQ Sweet 16 longarm quilting machine.

10:00 get "er" done Jan FowlerLet Jan show you how to properly stretch a quilt and then finish up with her favourite bind-ing method. If you want hands-on experience, bring 4 quilting pins and a 6"x6" quilt sandwich (2 cotton layers + 1 batting).

11:30 notion Commotion Bev ShumilakNotions make our sewing, quilting, embroidery and serging so much easier. See all of the new (and some oldies but goodies) available to make your sewing fast, fun and easy.

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2:30 Cameo Judy SteerThe Silhouette cameo is amazing. Join Judy as she demonstrates some of her favourite uses for this machine. Cut, glitz, paint plus much more. You need to see it to believe it!

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Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $78. +GST

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& SergerBecome friends with your sewing machine! This course covers everything from general maintenance to the use of a variety of stitches and machine adjustments. Please bring your sewing machine, instruction book & accessories. Length 5 hrs (2 sessions) Cost FREE with machine purchase $50.+GST if not purchased at Central Sewing

South thursdays3485 Jan 17 & Jan 24 1:00 - 3:30 3486 Jan 17 & Jan 24 6:00 - 8:303487 Feb 21 & Feb 28 1:00 - 3:30 3488 Feb 21 & Feb 28 6:00 - 8:30West tuesdays3527 Feb 12 & Feb 19 1:00 - 3:30 3528 Feb 12 & Feb 19 6:00 - 8:303529 Mar 19 & Mar 26 1:00 - 3:30 3530 Mar 19 & Mar 26 6:00 - 8:30

Class 1—Bring your own serger & learn serging basics. Topics will include how to thread, operate & adjust your serger, as well as maintenance and troubleshooting.Class 2—Expand your knowledge to include the application of rolled hems, flatlocking and much more! Length 5 hrs (2 sessions)Cost FREE with machine purchase $50.+GST if not purchased at Central

South thursdays3489 Jan 31 & Feb 07 1:00 - 3:30 3490 Jan 31 & Feb 07 6:00 - 8:303531 Mar 21 & Mar 28 1:00 - 3:30 3532 Mar 21 & Mar 28 6:00 - 8:30 West tuesdays3523 Jan 29 & Feb 05 1:00 - 3:30 3524 Jan 29 & Feb 05 6:00 - 8:303525 Mar 05 & Mar 12 1:00 - 3:30 3526 Mar 05 & Mar 12 6:00 - 8:30

huSQVArnA Husqvarna 1 utility SewingSouth 3494 Wed Feb 06 6:00 - 9:00West 3533 Wed Feb 06 1:00 - 4:00

Husqvarna 2 decorative StitchesSouth 3495 Wed Feb 13 6:00 - 9:00West 3534 Wed Feb 13 1:00 - 4:00

Husqvarna 3 Embroidery FunctionsSouth 3496 Wed Feb 20 6:00 - 9:00West 3535 Wed Feb 20 1:00 - 4:00

bAbY loCK Baby Lock 1 utility SewingSouth 3491 Wed Feb 06 1:00 - 4:00West 3536 Wed Feb 06 6:00 - 9:00

Baby Lock 2 decorative StitchesSouth 3492 Wed Feb 13 1:00 - 4:00West 3537 Wed Feb 13 6:00 - 9:00

Baby Lock 3 Embroidery FunctionsSouth 3493 Wed Feb 20 1:00 - 4:00West 3538 Wed Feb 20 6:00 - 9:00

bErninA Bernina 1 utility SewingSouth 3497 Wed Feb 27 6:00 - 9:00

Bernina 2 decorative StitchesSouth 3498 Wed Mar 06 6:00 - 9:00

Bernina 3 Embroidery FunctionsSouth 3499 Wed Mar 13 6:00 - 9:00

GETTING To KNoW YouR... SewIng maChIne

These classes are designed to take you through your machine from start to end. Which classes are for your machine? Call Central Sewing at 780.469.1147 or 780.486.0047 and we’ll help you choose the perfect classes. Length 3 hrs (1 session)/class Cost FREE with machine purchase / $75.+GST if not purchased at Central Sewing

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Baby Lock Serger Foot Class Linda FergusonHave you neglected the wonderful feet for your babylock serger? Join Linda for 3 hours of hands-on learn-ing. You will be amazed at the great results of your serger’s feet. Prerequisite: Getting to Know Your Serger or equivalent.South 3546 Sat Feb 09 10:00 - 1:00West 3547 Sat Mar 02 10:00 - 1:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $36. +GST

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Advanced Kids’ Sewing our weekly 2 hour classes are for children with previous sewing expe-rience. (Jan-May)West Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3440 4:00 - 6:00West Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3441 4:00 - 6:00 Length 2 hrs/class

Cost $16./class +GST (pd monthly)

teens’ Sewing In these weekly 2 hour classes, the students will sew garments suited to their sewing ability. This class is for teens 13 & up. (Jan-May)South Thursdays Barb emerson 3434 4:00 - 6:00 3435 6:30 - 8:30West Tuesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3444 6:00 - 8:00 West Wednesdays Diana Lieskovsky 3442 6:00 - 8:00Length 2 hrs/class


Kids’ SewingThese weekly 1½ hour classes are instructed in small groups. For children aged 7 & up. (Jan-May)South Tuesdays Barb emerson 3430 4:00 - 5:30 3431 5:45 - 7:15 South Wednesdays Barb emerson 3443 11:00 -12:30 3432 1:00 - 2:30 3433 2:45 - 4:15 South Saturdays Corinne Sutherland 3013 9:30 - 11:00 3014 11:15 - 12:45 3015 1:00 - 2:30 3016 2:45 - 4:15 West Saturdays Diana Lieskovsky 3437 9:30 - 11:00 3438 11:00 - 12:30 3439 1:00 - 2:30 Length 1½ hr/class


Kids` & Teens` sewingLearn To sewLearn to Sew 1 This program has been designed for stu-dents with little or no sewing experience. Learn how to read a pattern, handle fab-rics, and operate a sewing machine. Sew a simple garment for yourself or for a child.West 3520 Bev Grenier Thu Jan 31 (orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 Thu Feb 07 - Mar 28 6:00 - 8:30Length 22 hrs (9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST

Learn to Sew 1 & 2 Beginner sewers will learn the basics of the sewing machine, different fabrics, lay-ing out a pattern, and sewing simple gar-ments. Sewers with some experience will increase their skills by learning about zip-pers, buttonholes, buttons and pockets.South 3504 eleanor McDonough Thu Feb 14 (orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 Sat Feb 23, Mar 02,09 & 16 9:30 - 3:00West 3518 Pat Doerksen Wed Jan 30 (orientation) 10:00 - 12:00 Wed Feb 06 - Mar 27 10:00 - 12:30Length 22 hrs (5 or 9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST

Learn to Sew 2 & 3 Add to or update your sewing skills. Learn to work with woven or knit fabrics. Prac-tice sewing skills that include zippers, but-tonholes, collars, set-in sleeves, linings, etc. Focus can be on your own project(s).South 3503 Barb emerson Wed Jan 16 (orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 Wed Jan 23 - Mar 13 6:00 - 8:30West 3519 Pat Doerksen Mon Jan 28 (orientation) 6:00 - 8:00 Mon Feb 04 - Apr 01 6:00 - 8:30Length 22 hrs (9 sessions) Cost $143.+GST

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South 3568 Fri Jan 25 9:00 - 4:00South 3569 Fri Feb 01 9:00 - 4:00South 3570 Fri Feb 22 9:00 - 4:00South 3571 Fri Mar 08 9:00 - 4:00South 3572 Fri Mar 22 9:00 - 4:00Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $10. +GST

Pant Drafting Aradhana Shah

Everyone should have a well-fitted pair of pants in their closet. Learn to draft a basic pant block and make your very own designer pants.West 3577 Tue Feb 05 - Mar 12

5:30 - 8:30Length 18 hrs (6 sessions)

Cost $126. +GST

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Beginner Pattern Drafting Aradhana ShahLearn how to develop basic block patterns and measur-ing techniques to record dress form measurement. This course includes the development of a basic bodice, dart manipulation, sleeve, facing and collars. Samples will be sewn at home and fitted in class. With these block pat-terns, you can create your own designs!West 3578 Thu Feb 07 - Mar 21 5:30 - 8:30Length 21 hrs (7 sessions) Cost $136. +GST

Pattern Alteration Aradhana ShahDoes your skirt or pant fit too loose or tight across your abdomen or back. or is your bodice shell not of a proper fit? Come and learn how to alter your patterns so you can make a well-fitted garment. Learn how to alter a pant, skirt, dress, waistline, bodice, sleeves, shoulder, bust darts, neckline and armhole.West 3576 Fri Feb 08 - Mar 08 5:30 - 8:30Length 15 hrs (5 sessions) Cost $105. +GST

Couture Sewing Secrets & tricks Pat DoerksenPerfect collars, facings, darts, elegant seams, and gar-ment edges don't just happen—they take skill and require processes that put you in control. Practice easy, yet pro-fessional techniques that help create couture finishes for your fashion sewing. Added Bonus - practice using the most popular sewing machine pressure foot!West 3515 Fri Mar 08 12:00 - 4:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST

Zippers Made Easy Pat DoerksenThis step by step sample class will show you the easiest and fastest methods. Gain confidence in inserting lapped, fly and invisible zippers.West 3514 Sat Mar 09 9:30 - 1:30Length 4 hrs (1 session)

Cost $32. +GST

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Basic Bra In this class you will make a basic white bra made to fit you. Margaret will draft each person’s pattern ac-cording to their own measurements. A kit with all the fabrics and supplies is included. South 3563 Sat & Sun Sep 28 & 29 9:00 - 4:00Length 14 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $275. +GST

Kit valued at $50. included

the Shelley & Partial Band Bra2 Bras - 1 ClassShelley Designer Bra—use your beginner bra pattern to draft the pattern for this bra, inspired by a $200 de-signer bra from Europe. It has several features to make the bra supportive and gives a "just lost 10 lbs. look". Partial Band Bra - This is a frameless bra and

depends on wires for its support. The bridge and band are completely separate from one another. This bra features underwires as part of the design.South 3564 Fri oct 04 6:00 - 9:00 Sun oct 05 & 06 9:00 - 4:00Length 17 hrs (3 sessions) Cost $355. +GST

Kits valued at $90. included

Margaret is a professional bra maker & a certified instructor. She is a graduate of the Professional Bramakers Course by Beverly Johnson of Hamilton, Ontario.

with Jan Bones

PJs with FeetThe most fun pattern yet! Fabric starts at the tips of the toes and will keep everyone snuggly warm. The PJs are for knits with crosswise stretch. They have a tapered leg & feet and a crotch gusset for comfort & easy movement. The pattern has an amazing range of sizes—Adult S-XL4 & Children's 3-4, 6-8 & 10.You will be making a child's size in class. Let Jan know which size ahead of time.South 3413 Fri Apr 19 6:00 - 9:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $100. +GST

Kit valued at $20. with pattern & precut kit included

the KimonoThis is a wonderfully simple silhouette made up of rectangles suitable for all fabrics and all body shapes. Select from lightweight woven quilting cottons, silk dupionni, printed rayon, polyester jacquards, elegant Chinese brocades or bold plaids. All the results will be grand. Jan will demonstrate and teach you all the sewing details and techniques. Available in Adult sizes S to XL4.South 3414 Sat Apr 20 9:00 - 4:30Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $207. +GST

Pattern valued at $12 included

the retro topThis pattern is a graceful, flattering design for knits. It's great over jeans or your fa-vourite dress pants. This is a wonderful opportunity to brush up on sewing with knits. Jan will guide you in sewing neck-line finishes, controlling gathers, hemming methods & more. The Retro Top has a shaped midriff band with soft gathers for bust fitting. It has a 7/8 length Dolman sleeve or a cap sleeve, a round or V neck. Available in Adult sizes S to XL4.South 3415 Sun Apr 21 9:00 - 4:30Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $207. +GST

Pattern valued at $12. included

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Speedy Serger Shirt 2 NewPattern!Take your serging skills to the next level! Practice the fast-est serger techniques for constructing a garment—a shirt for ladies, men or kids. Review serger threading, quick facings, collars, sleeves, hems... Learn to insert piping with the serger piping foot too. once you have mastered these techniques, you can apply it to blouses, dresses, jackets etc. The supply list will suggest pattern and fabric choices. West 3513 Thu Mar 28 9:30 - 4:30Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $56. +GST

Serger Crazy Patchwork Quilt Block Create crazy patchwork in a fraction of the time with flatlocking. For an extra special touch, use a variety of decorative threads. The 12" block created in class can be made into a pillow cover, table topper or serge additional blocks to complete a long runner or even a quilt.South 3517 Thu Mar 14 12:00 - 4:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST

Sweatsuit Your serger is the very best machine for constructing knit garments. Gain confidence in serg-ing while constructing an adult's or child's sweatsuit using T-shirt knits or jogging fleece. Practice 3 thread serging, hems, elastic and ribbing applications. For beginner to advanced or as a refresher!

West 3512 Tue Mar 12 9:30 - 4:00Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST

Streak of Lightning Fireside Quilt Your serger can be your best friend when it comes to making quilts. Combine 3 to 5 fabric strips and then cut and arrange them into a split patchwork design. Express yourself—choose funky, kids, romantic, country or eclectic quilting fabrics. Lots of fun will be had by all. For beginner to advanced serger owners.West 3511 Fri Feb 22 6:00 - 9:00 & Sat Feb 23 9:30 - 4:30Length 10 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $80. +GST

Between the Sheets It’s easy to make fitted sheets with your serger. Learn to apply elastics and work with the differential feed for ruffling. Or use the elastic and gather-ing speciality pressure feet. One pillow case with ruffle will also be serged in class.Sheets can be for crib, twin, double, queen or king. South 3516 Thu Feb 14

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Help Hot LineJoin Trudy in this very popular, fun-filled course, where everybody sews anything they want or need. Trudy will help you fit and con-struct your projects. There are always lots of hints, tricks & details passed around.South 3556 Mon Jan 14, 21 & 28, Feb 04, 11 & 25 9:00 - 4:00Length 36 hrs (6 sessions)

Cost $312. +GST

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Pocket WorkshopTwo days of nothing but pockets, such as; single welt pockets, double welt pockets, side pockets in slacks or skirts, pockets with flaps, breast pocket, pockets with zippers and

patch pockets with square or round corners. Learn how to achieve a professional look. We’ll make the samples in 2 or 3 steps (including instructions) for your sample book.South 3574 Mon Mar 25 & Apr 01 9:00: - 4:00Length 14 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $126. +GST

Pattern FittingDiscover the best method of fitting: measuring and checking your commercial patterns BEFoRE you start cutting into your fabric. We'll cover blouses, tops, jackets and pants. No sewing in class; trial outfits will be sewn at home and fitted in class!South 3573 Wed Jan 16 & 30, Feb 13 &27, Apr 03

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5D Husqvarna Mystery Bev ShumilakThe mystery of 5D continues. We will explore the many features found in the 5D Professional Soft-ware. Join Bev as she shares the 5D experience with you! Too good to miss! Take home the video CD to practice after classSouth 3558 Wed Feb 27 & Mar 27 1:00 - 3:00Length 4 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $47. +GST

5D thinks Big! Dianne BoggsIn this four part class, create designs for a memory quilt using HusqvarnaViking 5D Professional soft-ware. Learn to create for the Majestic hoop, learn decorative stitch enhancement, fabric altering tech-niques, printing photos on fabric and much more.South 3507 Tue Jan 29, Feb 26, Mar 26 & Apr 30 10:00 - 1:00 West 3508 Sat Jan 26, Feb 16, Mar 23 & Apr 20 10:00 - 1:00Length 12 hrs (4 sessions) Cost $84. +GST

Computer Basics for Sewers Debbie Levesque

Computers are a great source for quilting and embroidery designs and projects. Learn how to browse for designs and how to save them so that you can find them again! Also, we'll discuss the purchase options of designs and downloading them in a usable format. If you like, bring your PC.West 3545 Sat Feb 09 1:00 - 3:00Length 2 hrs (1 session) Cost $16. +GST

ribbon Embroidery by Sewing Machine - i Debbie Levesque

Love the look of ribbon embroidery but don't have the hands for needlework? In this class, learn four basic stitches: the chain stitch, rosebud, open rose and leaves. These will then be used to complete a small project. West 3509 Sat Mar 09 9:30 - 4:30Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST Kit cost valued at $12. included

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Bev ShumilakJoin Bev for this monthly Bernina Version 6 Software Club in Webinar format. Learn more about your soft-ware. View new projects each month and then take home a CD of project instruction and videos. Classes are held monthly.South 3501 Wed 10:00 - 12:00Length 20 hrs (10 sessions) Cost $99. +GST

Cost is for all 10 classes. Remaining dates will be given at the first class.

Wed Jan 3o Digitizing BasicsCreate a class notebook to take notes in style for the 2013 Sampler year. Digitize a fun and simple design.

Wed Feb 27 "in the Hoop" BasicsDigitize designs for needle punching and couching. Create beautiful modern designs.

Wed Mar 27 "Layers" tub organizerCombine techniques and layer them to create custom fabric for this wonderfully HuGE tub! A showpiece in the home or office.

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Embroidery Basics Debbie Levesque

Learn how needles, threads and stabilizers interact with the different embroidery designs and fabrics avail-able. This lecture will provide helpful information and notes for future proj-ects. Bring samples and questions.West 3544 Sat Feb 09 9:30 - 12:30Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST

"in the Hoop" Coasters Bev Shumilak

A coaster or mug mat is always handy. With a minimum hoop size of 5"x7", this project can be

sewn in the hoop. Embroidery designs will be e-mailed to you 1 week prior to class. You will need to know how to get them to your machine for embroidery. South 3613 Wed Feb 20 10:00 - 4:00Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $78. +GST

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Quilted Potholders Bev Shumilak

These pot holders will g r a c e a n y k i t c h e n . Choose your designs and embroider and quilt them in your hoop. Then bind with a co-ordinating or contrasting bias binding. Embroidery designs will be e-mailed to you 1 week prior to class. You will need to know how to get them to your machine for embroidery.South 3614 Wed Mar 20 10:00 - 4:00Length 7 hrs (1 session) Cost $78. +GST

Designs included in class cost

embroider & QuiLTHoopsisters Feathered Star Bev ShumilakJoin us as you make perfectly quilted, pieced, and decoratively stitched quilt blocks all in the hoop of an embroidery machine. The 2013 EmbroidaBlock of the Month program combines the fun and unique HoopSisters technique with digitized quilting. Choose from 5,6,7,8, and 9" block sizes (depending on your hoop size) to make everything from a lap- to a king-size quilt. Learn

how to create your blocks in class and then go home to complete them. Lecture/demo class. South 3500 Mon Jan 21, Feb 25, Mar 18, Apr 15, & May 13 10:00 - 12:00Length 2 hrs/session (5 sessions) Cost $125. +GST

aLL abouT me (Machine Embroidery) Bev ShumilakVirtual Webinars are fun & informative. Join us at each monthly webinar (January to November). See firsthand how to create each project and take home a CD of project notes & files. This is a monthly club that focuses on Machine Embroidery. For All EmbroidErY mAChinES.South 3502 Sat 1:00 - 3:00Length 20 hrs (10 sessions) Cost $99. +GST

This cost is for all 10 classes. Remaining dates will be given at the first class

Sat Jan 26 Keeping things StraightKeeping files, folders, magazines in place is a challenge. Learn about Tear-Away stabilizers as we embroider two Fused and Folded Box-es to keep your sewing room or office orga-nized.

Sat Feb 23So Many Choices!Make a basic purse and create interchange-able straps and/or cov-ers! See embroidery designs and specialty techniques that will en-hance the covers as we review cut away stabilizers.

Sat Mar 23you CAn take it With you!Create a casserole car-rier so you CAN take it with you! use embroi-dery to make a one-of a kind carrier that is sure to make you the star of the potluck!

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A Great Start in Quilting Lois MillerCalling all beginners to A great Start in Quilt-ing! Create a sampler and acquire skills in

rotary cutting, seams, strip-piecing and bias squares of various sizes. Home-work will be required to complete the top ready for quilting. Take your project to the finish line in the great Finish Class.South 3505 Mon Jan 28 1:00 - 2:00 Mon Feb 04 - Mar 04


no class Feb 18, Family Day

the Great Finish Lois MillerNow that your sampler is complete, it's time to finish it. In this class, we will layer your quilt and start quilting.

South 3506 Mon Mar 18 & 25 1:00 - 4:00

Length 6 hrs (2 sessions) Cost $48. +GST

Beginning to End

Linda StoleeHave you a lways

wanted to quilt but were afraid to try? This class is perfect for learning from the very beginning—fabric choices, helpful notions and then quilting your project and binding it. Create a gener-ous, lap-sized quilt (approx. 50"x60") in a Streak of Lightning pattern. West 3521 Wed Jan 30 6:00 - 8:00 & Wed Feb 06 - Mar 13 6:00 - 9:00 Length 20 hrs (7 sessions)

Cost $135. +GST

My First Full Size Quilt Linda Stolee

If you have a little experience quilting, but you've never made a full bed-size quilt—now is the time to be guided into this venture! Bring your fabrics and be ready to start sewing a traditional log cabin quilt in the size of your choice. There will be homework required.West 3522 Mon Feb 04 - Mar 25


Cost $135. +GSTno class Feb 18, Family Day

interlocking Squares Lois MillerWhat a great scrappy project! Some jelly roll strips would be perfect for the squares that have a interlocking Celtic look. or you could make it in just 3 colours if you wish,

2 for the squares plus a background. Increase the size to something larger.South 3561 Fri Feb 08 & 15


the Magic of Squares Ginette Guevremont

The humble square is a building block for all kinds of wonderful quilt designs— it's like opening a magic box! Start with a square and create dozens of blocks to assemble into a quilt of your own. Along the way, learn to properly handle your rotary cutter, tricks to accurately cut your fabric and get the most out of those mysterious rulers—all the essentials to creating a quilt you'll be proud of!South 3542 Sat Feb 02 9:30 - 4:30West 3541 Sat Mar 16 9:30 - 4:30Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST

twist and turn Lois MillerDo you have some blocks that are less than perfect in size or a novelty print that you would like to frame? This Twist and Turn frame will give your quilt a slightly wonky look! As added bonus, a second-ary star design will appear between the blocks. The options to personalize your project are endless.South 3562 Fri Mar 15 & 22


False trapunto table runner Debbie Levesque

While creating this table runner, learn important quilting techniques which can be used in making full-sized quilts. Stitch 3 False-Trapunto blocks with a leaf design. Assemble them with a quilt-as-you-go method and bind with a continuous bias binding.West 3510 Sat Feb 16 & 23


Paper Piecing Basics Lois MillerPaper (or foundation) piecing can make your life easier when it comes to sharp points and tiny pieces. Learn the basics while creating a border for a placemat or a pocket. A great start for beginners!South 3559 Tue Feb 12 1:00 - 4:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST

Learn How to Paper Piece

Ginette Guevremont Paper piecing has a mys-tique for those who have never tried it. In truth, it is one of the easiest ways to piece complicated-looking blocks. You may never piece any other way! Sew a table topper using special foundation paper to create intricate designs. West 3543 Sat Mar 23 9:30 - 4:30Length 7 hrs (1 session)

Cost $52. +GST

QuIltING

Beautiful Bindings Lois MillerAdd a beautiful professional-looking finish to your quilt-ing projects. Learn about binding techniques for a scal-loped edge (Double Wedding Ring), for small projects (like coasters) and ones that are machine-stitched or hand-sewn. Get tips on continuous bias too.

South 3560 Tue Mar 12


Cost $24. +GST


worKshoPswith Joan Statz

Mystery Quilt Marj o'haraIf you enjoy quilting and need a winter escape, then join Marj "Traveling Along" on a 3 month mystery quilt journey. Each month there will be a new ad-venture or two, until we reach our final destination. Bring a friend or make some new ones. South 3567 Thu Jan 31, Feb 14 & Mar 07 9:30 - 4:00Length 18 hrs (3 sessions)

Cost $135. +GST

Mystery Block of the Month Jan FowlerBeginner to advanced quilters: learn appliqué the easy way—Jan's way. Simple piecing to showcase the scenes. This is an 8 month, queen size, appliquéd quilt. The theme is outdoorsy with critters and kids.South 3512 Thu Jan 31, Feb 28, Mar 28, Apr 25, May 30, Jun 27, Jul 25 & Aug 29

6:00 - 9:00Length 24 hrs(8 sessions)

Cost $188. +GST

Appliquilt In this weekend work-shop, choose one of Joan's unique appliquilt wallhang-ing patterns or design your own. South 3482 Sat & Sun May 04 & 05

9:00 - 4:00 South 3554 Sat & Sun Sept 28 & 29


Cost $110. +GST

Free Motion QuiltingIn this weekend class, learn tips for successful free mo-tion quilting. South 3483 Fri May 03


Cost $65. +GST

QuiLT embeLLishmenTsinktense Pencils on Fabric Ginette GuevremontReconnect with your inner child - remember the old colouring books? How relaxing it was to just colour away with your pencils and crayons? This class will set you free to enjoy an easy way to add pizzazz and surface designs to fabric by using special crayons. A few simple tools and you can colour a full design onto a whole cloth or plain block, or add dimension and texture over a coloured background. We will explore the many possibilities offered by these wonderful colouring implements.South 3539 Sat Feb 09 9:30 - 1:30West 3540 Sat Mar 02 9:30 - 1:30Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $32. +GST

Quilter's Connection Lois Miller

Have you got a uFo quilting project wait-ing to be finished but don't know what to do next? Get the guidance you need to get it finished. Perfect is good—finished is better!South 3551 Thu Jan 24 6:00 - 9:00South 3552 Thu Feb 21 6:00 - 9:00South 3553 Thu Mar 21 6:00 - 9:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $24. +GST

South 3548 Wed Jan 30 10:00 - 4:30South 3549 Wed Feb 27 10:00 - 4:30South 3550 Wed Mar 27 10:00 - 4:30Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST

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What's a quilting cabinet?A sewing machine cabinet offering extra space and support for quilts and quilting machines. it offers an extra fold-up leaf to instantly extend your surface.Central Sewing has many models from which to choose.


TNT... tension, needles, threads & MoreBEGINNER CLASS This class is especially de-signed for new Handi Quilter owners. Learn foundational information to get you started in long arm quilting. Learn how to properly load a quilt, adjust tension and choose needles and threads on the market today. Learn to use the laser and try out the Groovy Boards too. Establish a firm foundation for success!South 3582 Mon Jan 28 10:00 - 1:00South 3583 Wed Feb 13 10:00 - 1:00South 3584 Fri Mar 15 1:00 - 4:00Length 3 hrs (1 session)

FrEE with machine purchase $120.+GST if not purchased at Central

Let's Get Acquainted BEGINNER CLASS Love To quilt? Want to complete your project yourself? Cre-ate beautiful surface design to enhance your own quilt or that of a customer. Come and learn to operate a Handi Quilter quilting machine—an affordable machine that will produce professional results. Techniques and tips will be taught to set you on the path of success. With some hands on instruction and individualized training, you leave with the knowledge necessary to succeed!South 3588 Wed Jan 23 1:00 - 4:00South 3589 Thu Feb 07 10:00 - 1:00South 3590 Wed Mar 20 10:00 - 1:00Length 3 hrs (1 session)

Cost $120. +GST

Workshop for Hobby Quilters BEGINNER CLASS A full day of hands-on, foundational techniques for the hobby quilter. Start longarm quilting today! Get individualized attention to guarantee success and confidence!South 3606 Thu Jan 31 10:00 - 4:00 South 3607 Wed Mar 06 10:00 - 4:00Length 6 hrs (1 session)

Cost $240. +GST

Central's Longarm StudiowithConnieAnderson

Beyond the Basics INTERMEDIATE CLASS Liberate yourself from pantographs and learn freehand design! Bring a pencil, eraser and blank note-book to sketch designs! Get ready for an exciting time with lots of 'Ah-ha' moments!South 3597 Thu Jan 24 10:00 - 4:00South 3598 Sat Feb 23 10:00 - 4:00South 3599 Thu Mar 21 10:00 - 4:00Length 6 hrs (1 session)

Cost $240. +GST

thread Play INTERMEDIATE CLASS Try many different threads on today's market. Instructions about needle require-ments and tension adjustments will help you successfully apply gorgeous threads to your next project.South 3585 Fri Jan 18 10:00 - 2:00South 3586 Mon Feb 11 10:00 - 2:00South 3587 Mon Mar 25 10:00 - 2:00Length 4 hrs (1 session)

Cost $160. +GST

Stencil Play INTERMEDIATE CLASS Learn how to

use your longarm machine to cre-ate new designs with a stencil as a jumping off point. Transform a sim-ple stencil into a work of art!South 3579 Mon Jan 14

10:00 - 2:00South 3580 Thu Feb 21

10:00 - 2:00South 3581 Wed Mar 13


Cost $160. +GST

All About Feathers INTERMEDIATE CLASS Learn how to stylize feathers! Feathered vines, hearts,wreaths, cables. ovals, frames and "fill up". Bring a pencil, eraser and a large sketch pad to get into the swing of feather design!South 3600 Wed Jan 16 10:00 - 2:00

South 3601 Mon Feb 25

10:00 - 2:00South 3602 Mon Mar 18

10:00 - 2:00Length 4 hrs (1 session) Cost $160. +GST

Exploring Circle templates, rulers, Pantographs and Groovy BoardINTERMEDIATE CLASS This is an inter-mediate class to develop expertise in using circle templates, groovy boards and provides an understanding of how to accurately place continuing rows of pan-tographs. Explore the use of templates and rulers. Create new and interesting designs on your quilt top. Be challenged to think outside the box!South 3594 Sat Jan 19 10:00 - 4:00South 3595 Fri Feb 15 10:00 - 4:00 South 3596 Mon Mar 11 10:00 - 4:00Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $240. +GST

Pattern Drafting for your QuiltsINTERMEDIATE CLASS Got an unusual space on your quilt that cries out to be filled up! This class is for you! Learn how to draft a design for that space, symmetrical (or not), how to create your own pantograph patterns and how to make a stencil for marking a quilt. Your original designs can be simple & stunning!South 3603 Wed Jan 30 1:00 - 4:00South 3604 Wed Feb 06 1:00 - 4:00South 3605 Mon Mar 04 1:00 - 4:00Length 3 hrs (1 session) Cost $120. +GST


Central's Longarm CLUB

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2 Day Beginner Workshop For HandiQuilter owner's Going into BusinessJoin Connie as she takes you through the won-ders of the long arm quilting machine.

day 1 Learn about choosing appropri-ate designs & batting, machine mainte-nance and tensions. Get tips on pricing, preparing work orders and customer relations for your longarm business. day 2 A full day of hands-on foun-dational techniques to get you longarm quilting today. Learn to setup corners and position borders accurately, stitch-in-the-ditch and transfer patterns to your quilt top. Get individualized attention to guarantee success.South 3608 Fri & Sat Feb 01 & 02

10:00 - 4:00South 3609 Thu & Fri Mar 07 & 08


Come join our longarm club for fun, education and friend-ship. Central Sewing's longarm educator Connie Anderson will be directing an informal yet educational club for longarm machine quilters. Everyone is welcome from beginner to advanced. Learn, laugh and share your ideas with other quilters, passionate about their craft.South 3610 Sat Feb 09 & Mar 16 1:00 - 3:00Length 4 hrs (2 sessions) Cost FREE

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What's a quilting needle?A sewing machine needle designed especially for machine quilting. the special tapered design and stronger shaft allows easier fabric penetration and helps eliminate skipped stitches. Available at Central in sizes 75/11 and 9o/14.

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Learn to Sew for the Home Pat Doerksen

Sew a cushion cover using techniques to insert cording, tuning corners and various closures. See many easy ways to glam up a basic cushion. Then go on to sew a simple window valance, learning basic hemming methods and rod pocket headings. See how to transform these techniques into tab top drapes and ways to accentuate window coverings. The instructor will contact you prior to class, regard-ing window measurements for the valence.Prerequisite: Knowledge of sewing machine operation.South 3566 Fri Feb 08 9:30 - 4:00West 3575 Sat Mar 16 9:30 - 4:00Length 6 hrs (1 session) Cost $48. +GST

Between the Sheets Pat DoerksenIt’s easy to make fitted sheets with your serger. Learn to apply elastics and work with the differential feed for ruffling. Or use the elastic and gathering speciality pressure feet. One pillow case with ruffle will also be serged in class.Sheets can be for crib , twin, double , queen or king. South 3516 Thu Feb 14 10:00 - 2:00

Length 4 hrs (1 session)

Cost $32. +GST

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