The Sewing Machine Buzz - Amazon Web Services...The Sewing Machine Buzz By Jeff Vogel Hello everyone. This time of year is so exciting for me and exhausting too. During July and August

The Sewing Machine Buzz By Jeff Vogel

Hello everyone. This time of year is so exciting for me and exhausting too. During July and August I travelled to three different sewing machine conventions. This is where they reveal the NEW machines and products they have been secretly developing, each one trying to outdo the other. This is great for the consumer because you now have products to choose from that make sewing easier with new features that will amaze you. BERNINA is releasing the new 5 series line, a mid-sized machine that only weighs 24 pounds, has a built in walking foot, and the jumbo bobbin. Janome has taken all the good parts of the MC6500 and MC6600 and put them into the MC6700. This beauty has 10” of sewing space, 30% more power, and an industry

leading sewing speed of 1,200 stitches per minute. Plus, it is not complicated with a bunch of electronic buttons you have to learn. Baby Lock has six new machines. The flagship is their top of the line serger called the Triumph. The new feature on this model is air threading the NEEDLES as well as the loopers. You will have to stop by just to see this “baby” in action. Let us know what kind of sewing you do, or would like to progress to, and myself or my staff will fit you with a machine with the features to make your sewing the best it can be.

Thanks for your support!

Hi Fashion Sewing Machines NewsletterOctober-December 2017

put all my sewing stuff away for a couple years… but then, this great new fabric came in and I bought it.

Then these amazing flower panels came in, and I got one of those too. Plus, we have this way too cute snowman flannel that matches some I bought back in 2011 (unfinished project) and I may not have enough of it, so I needed to get more. Long story short, I need a new machine!

Happy Sewing and Happy Holidays, I hope you have a great year end season.

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Welcome cooler weather, we have missed you. Babies are growing and sewing machines are evolving!

Our everchanging world is keeping me on my toes! Life is a learning experience and I love that. On one hand I get to learn all the exciting new features and functions of the latest sewing machines in the best brands out there; on the other hand, I get to guess what method it will take to get my child to eat his vegetables. What an exciting life!

Having little ones at home makes it difficult to make time for sewing and I told my husband I might just

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BOMWT - BOM Work Time9:30am-1:30pm OR2:00pm-6:00pm

TROM - Table Runner of the Month10:00am-4:00pm

FTCU - Floriani Embroidery Software10:00am-12:00pmBWW - Bernina WebcastWebinar1:00pm-5:00pmBOMWT - BOM Work Time5:00pm-9:00pm

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JEFF - Basics with Jeff10:00am-12:00pmWGC - Wool Gatherers Club1:00pm-4:00pm OR5:00pm-8:00pm

MB - My Bernina Class 29:30am-12:30pm BFB - Bernina Foot Book2:00pm-5:00pm

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BOMWT - BOM Work Time9:30am-1:30pmQK - Quilts for Kids2:00pm-5:00pm

BOMWT - BOM Work Time9:30am-1:30pmJEFF - Basics with Jeff 3:00pm-5:00pm

FTCU - Floriani Embroidery Software10:00am-12:00pmEBB - Embroidery Beyond Basics2:00pm-4:00pm

TR - Thanksgiving Retreat10:00am-4:00pm

HBH - Hallowen Project"Biggie Hots" 10:00am-4:00pm

HQ - HQ Simply 1610:00am-12:00pmQFK - Quilts for Kids1:00pm-4:00pm

MB - My Bernina Class 19:30am-12:30pmBUC - Bernina Upgrade Class2:00pm-4:00pm

BLA - Baby Lock Advanced10:00am-12:00pmBOMWT - BOM Work Time1:00pm-5:00pm

BQ - Beginning Quilting 10:00am-4:00pm

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EB - Embroidery Basics10:00am-12:00pmBOMWT - BOM Work Time1:00pm-5:00pm

WM - Windmills 10:00am-4:00pm

PHD - Project Half Done10:00am-4:00pm

MB - My Bernina Class 1 & 29:30am-4:30pm

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October 27 and 28 • Cost $79

Learn Basic Skills: Bernina, Baby Lock & JanomeMy Bernina Classes MbMy BERNINA classes are included with your purchase of any BERNINA machine or software from Hi Fashion Sewing Machines. Classes help the owner get the most out of the purchase. Registration is required and a kit fee does apply. BERNINA owners that did not purchase a machine from a Hi Fashion Sewing Machines may also attend classes for a fee of $30.00 per session. Class kit fee is $20.00. Hi Fashion Sewing Machines wants you to enjoy your new machine and we encourage you to take advantage of classes to learn all the neat functions that your BERNINA will offer you. Class 1The Basics! This class covers basic information on the machine, needles and thread. Learn the basic functions and features of your BERNINA. Everything from sewing a seam to installing a zipper will be covered in this class.Class 2Explore functions further! Different types of decorative stitches, embellishments, and other techniques with your BERNINA. Class Dates are as follows:Class 1 Monday, October 16, 9:30am-12:30pm Monday, November 6, 2:00pm-5:00pmClass 2 Monday, October 23, 9:30am-12:30pm Monday, November 13, 2:00pm-5:00pmClass 1 & 2 Saturday, December 23, 9:30am-4:30pm

baby loCk basiCs blbThis is the hands on entry level to your new machine; we go over functions and features that may not be the first thing you see about these great machines. We want you to be comfortable with your new machine and use its full potential. This Basic lesson, we feel, is very important so we offer it monthly. Fee is $30.00, FREE if machine was purchased at HFSM. Does your Baby Lock have an optional “Love of Sewing” Warranty and Membership? LOVE OF SEWING COMES WITH ONLINE CLASSES AT YOUR CONVENIENCE! These Baby Lock privileges mean direct access to the Baby Lock Educators, only available with select models, and limited to new machines. Date: Thursday, November 16Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $10.00 (Kit)Instructor: Trista Pike

baby loCk advanCed bla If you have taken Baby Lock Basics and are ready to dive deeper into everything your machine is capable of jump right in to this class! This is a time intended to get more familiar with your High End Destiny Sewing/Embroidery Machine. Designer IQ will be part of class as well.Dates: Wednesday, October 18; Friday, December 8 Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: Free with PurchaseInstructor: Trista Pike

JanoMe basiCs Class JbCAre you new to Janome? Or have you missed out on training with your Janome machine? We are happy to help! We feel you should be confident in what your machine can do for you. Fee is $30.00, FREE if machine was purchased at HFSM.Date: Friday, December 29Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $10.00 (Kit)Instructor: Lorraine Preuss

Bernina WebCast Webinars 2017 bWWBERNINA educators will be doing webinars for the following:

All About Embroidery - A quick lesson in Machine Embroidery. All skill levels and machine brands welcome.Dates: October 20 - Fluffy Stuff - Embroidering on fluffy fabrics, here are the guide lines to success. Create a in the hoop towel hanger.November - NO WEBINARSDecember 22 - Two For One - Stitch up a unique double zip box pouch great to travel with, learn about new uses for old tools.Time: 1:00pm-2:00pm

Virtual Bernina Club - Lessons in other areas of sewing besides quilting and embroidery. All machine brands welcome.Dates: October 20 - Ruffle Your Edges - Just one tool does all that! Ruffles away!November - NO WEBINARSDecember 22 - F ree-motion Effects - Thread painting and free-motion are easier with the right foot. Time: 2:00pm-3:00pm

Software Inspirations - BERNINA software lessons and techniques will be shown.Dates: October 20 - 3D Global Effects - A Whole New World! Contoured three-dimensional embroidery effects, learn to apply them to your projects.November - NO WEBINARSDecember 22 - Mirror Merge Possibilities - New Tools have been added to our fun Mirror Merge Toolbox. Learn what these new features can do.Times: 3:00pm-4:00pm

Design Works - Dingbat Design Works: Embellish fabric with all three; Paint Works, Crystal Works and Cut Work.Dates: October 20 - Illustrate with Paintwork - Scanning and refining drawings for paintwork. Inspiring book; Sew Illistrated.November- NO WEBINARSDecember 22 - Beyond the Limits - Discover ways you can expand beyond the standard hoop size!Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm

bernina Foot book bFbJoin Angie as we work through a series of classes using a variety of BERNINA feet and accessories. During each class, you’ll make a page for your Foot Book sample using a featured foot. Your Foot Book will serve as your personal example of what your feet can do for you. Skill Level: BeginnerDate: Monday, October 23Time: 2:00pm-5:00pmFoot: October: Button Sew-On Foot (#18) Date: Monday, November 20Time: 2:00pm-5:00pmFoot: Cording Feet (#22 & 25) Date: Monday, December 18Time: 2:00pm-5:00pmFoot: Eyelet Set (#82) Fee: $25.00 (per session)Instructor: Angela Jones

bernina Upgrade Class bUC This class welcomes new B700 machines and other models that have gotten the new Upgrade. Learn all about the new and wonderful features the Upgrade has to offer you.Date: Monday, October 16Time: 2:00pm-4:00pmFee: Free with purchaseInstructor: Jeff Vogel

beginning pieCing bpLearn basic cutting and piecing skills. The more accurate you are from the beginning, the more accurate your overall results will be. You’ll make several basic blocks commonly used in many quilt patterns. These skills are great for newbie’s, as well as a refresher for more experienced quilters or for self-taught quilters. Julie will show you lots of tricks and tips to make your debut into the quilting world successful. We’ll also cover thread, fabric and color selection. Once you have the basics down, you can use your new skills in the “Patch Work Practice” class. This is a 2 day class.Skill Level: Beginner Dates: Tuesday & Wednesday, November 7 & 8Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $30.00 Instructor: Julie Wright

beginning QUilting bQ We will be learning and practicing in class, in a full day of Quilting 101. How to stitch-in-the-ditch, grid quilting, stippling in all sizes, and even designing quilting will be covered. Also, we will go over which tools you need for the kind of quilting you are looking to do, and discussing and practicing your technique.Date: Wednesday, October 25Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $30.00Instructor: Trista Pike

Floriani eMbroidery soFtWare FtCU Get to know your Floriani FTCU (Floriani Total Control U) software with Jeff and Angie.Dates: Fridays; October 20, November 17, December 22Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: No Charge, Must own Floriani SoftwareInstructors: Jeff Vogel & Angie Jones

Floriani “My design albUM” FMdaThis software will keep your embroidery designs in order. Learn how to organize and use this software. Must have software installed on your computer and bring to class. If you are curious, you are welcome to sit in and find out what it is all about.Date: Thursday, November 2Time: 9:30am-12:30pmFee: No Charge, Must own Floriani SoftwareInstructors: Jeff Vogel & Angela Jones

rUler Foot Class rFCLearn to quilt like a pro! Bring your new rulers and quilting gloves, we will help you get the hang of how to get the best finished product with these wonderful tools. Date: Wednesday, November 22Times: 10:00am-1:00pm OR 2:00pm-5:00pmFee: $10.00 Instructor: Shanna Rendon

paper pieCing ppWe’ll cover multiple methods of paper piecing (also known as foundation piecing) in this class, including traditional paper foundations and the freezer paper method. This is a technique class, so no actual project but you’ll have samples to refer to when you tackle your next paper piecing project or block of the month.Date: Thursday, October 12Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $30.00 Instructor: Julie Wright

patCh Work saMpler pWsQuilt Block Cookbook, Sampler Quilt Block Skill Building ClassesUsing the “Quilt Block Cookbook”Julie will be working with easy foundation piecing for October, November, and December. Join class for any month, this is not a block of the month.Classes are all day and held the first Wednesday of each month.Dates: Wednesdays; Time: 10:00am-4:00pm October 4: Tall Triangles and Diamonds, pages 29, 35, 107November 1: Diamonds, pages 31, 23, 123December 6: Half Diamonds, pages 39, 63, 77

2018 will include appliqué and two curve classes and a bonus exclusive medallion block to make a baker’s dozen.

eMbroidery basiCs ebThis lesson, offered monthly, is meant for new Embroidery Machine owners, ALL BRANDS. You will learn the basics of how to hoop your fabric, transfer a design, basic editing, and stitch out the design. Fee is $35.00, FREE if machine was purchased at HFSM.Date: Tuesday, October 10Time: 10:00am-12:00pmDate: Tuesday, December 12Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $35.00 (FREE if purchased at HFSM) Instructor: Jeff Voge

eMbroidery beyond basiCs ebbA continuation of Embroidery Basics... dig a little deeper and learn a little more.Date: Friday, November 17Time: 2:00pm-4:00pmFee: $35.00 (FREE if purchased at HFSM) Instructor: Jeff Vogel

Flannel FUn FFNeed an escape after Christmas? How about a day of sewing! Make a quick and fun flannel quilt using the new Holly Taylor line of flannels. This is a great pattern for beginning quilters, no seams to match and no bias seams! And if your quarter inch isn’t too accurate, that’s ok, too! Just square your blocks down to the same size, it’ll all be ok! Pattern has three sizes, lap, throw and king. We have kits available for the throw size; it finishes to 64” x 80”. Skill level: BeginnerDate: Wednesday, December 27Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Angie Jones

Quilting and Embroidery Basics

Mini vintage Wool trUCks Selected by Lorraine, these cute little truck patterns by Buttermilk Basin will add that bit of classic charm to your home. This class started in January, join Block-of-the-Month Work time that fits your schedule best. Basic wool appliqué skills needed. Fee: $14.99

Mystery bloCk oF the Month QUilt as yoU go Myst“RULER BOM” With Sew Steady ruler templates, learn new techniques each month to complete a 40+ block quilt. Quilt finishes at 60” x 72”. You will get new tutorials each month, including the best practice advice. Before long you will be quilting like a pro!Due to popular demand, a new session of Sew Steady Rulers Mystery Block of the Month well be starting on July 26. For those signed-up already, you will be in Group 1. Group 2 will be for new people signing up. Each group will work with Shanna in the classroom for one day. Dates: Monday & Tuesday October 30 (1) & 31(2) Monday & Tuesday November 27 (1) & 28 (2)Tuesday & Wednesday December 19 (1) & 20 (2) Times: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $35.00 per month Instructor: Shanna Rendon

boM “Work tiMe” boMWe have reformatted our work sessions for our block-of-the-month programs. We will now offer, work sessions that combine all of our current block-of-the-month programs, instead of sessions that are specific to each program. You can attend one session per month, to give you a little more flexibility in your picking a session that meets your schedule. Because more people will be involved in each session, please make sure you sign up, and cancel if you cannot attend. (If you haven’t finished BOM projects for programs that have ended, you can attend BOM Anonymous). CURRENT BOM PROGRAMS INCLUDE: Mini Vintage Wool Trucks, Simple Whatnots 6, Elegant Elements, Rufus in the Garden, and Doodle Days Calendar.October Dates & Times: Tuesday 10, 1:00pm-5:00pmWednesday 18, 1:00pm-5:00pmFriday 20, 5:00pm-9:00pmTuesday 24, 9:30am-1:30pm OR 2:00pm-6:00pmNovember Dates & Times: Saturday 4, 9:30am-1:30pmMonday 6, 9:30am-1:30pmMonday 20, 9:30am-1:30pmTuesday 21, 9:30am-1:30pmTuesday 28, 5:00pm-9:00pmDecember Dates & Times: Monday 4, 9:30am-1:30pm OR 2:00pm-6:00pmSaturday 9, 9:30am-1:30pmTuesday 12, 1:00pm-5:00pmMonday 18, 9:30am-1:30pmInstructors: Angela Jones or Lorraine Preuss

elegant eleMents by hoop sisters eeEmbroidery Block of the Month, started last October. December will be our last monthly demonstration time. Instructional Times are listed here.Dates: Saturday; October 14, November 18, & December 2Time: 12:30pm-2:00pmInstructor: Trista Pike

siMple Whatnots 7Kim Diehl has done it again! Her next program is called “Helping Hands”. It will feature 8 projects over 12 months. She will have a bonus pattern for a large quilt that you’ll get FREE as part of the program.

Starts March 2018$26 / monthSign-up bonus: Sign up before December 31, get a free Kim Diehl table runner pattern!

Block of the Month Quilt Classes

sUgar plUM ChristMasThis holiday spectacular is from Bunny Hill Designs, and uses appliqué and pieced blocks. It features gingerbread men and a cute Christmas mouse! Even though it is a one-time purchase, you may attend one block of the month work-time each month for July thru December. Finishes to 58” x 66”.6 months, July - DecemberCost $169.99, one-time cost for the complete kit (excluding backing) in a special Moda box

spooling aroUnd the bloCk This darling quilt uses 1930’s fabrics by Darlene Zimmerman. It has pieced and appliqué blocks, in cute sewing motifs. Starts in September and runs thru next August, finishes to 55” x 60”.12 months, September – August$11.99 per month

“rUFUs in the garden” bloCk oF the MonthJan Patek is the designer of this quilt and fabric line. Kts includes all fabric for top, appliqués, and binding. This quilt features large appliqué pieces, so it should go pretty quickly. The instructions are for needle-turn appliqué, or you can raw-edge and machine blanket stitch your appliqué blocks; a few blocks are pieced. This country quilt finishes to 46” x 58”. Program runs May thru December, $14.50 per month, and entitles you to attend one BOM worktime session per month.

New Block of the Month Quilt Classes“doodle days” bloCk oF the MonthThis adorable project is by designer, Leanne Anderson. Kit includes all fabric for top and binding for the main quilt, as well as fabric for the mini quilts: backgrounds, appliqués, borders, backs, and bindings. The mini quilts are the "welcome" and the month name mini quilts, and the seasonal motif mini quilts. Seasonal motif mini quilts are not appliquéd… they are a pre-printed panel with borders. The month name mini quilts and "welcome" mini quilt have the words appliquéd on a background. The mini quilts switch out each month with buttons and loops. This cute wall hanging finishes to 29½” x 42”. Program runs June thru January, $25.62 per month, and entitles you to attend one BOM worktime session per month.

Mystery QUiltWhat’s it gonna be??? We will be starting a mystery quilt block-of-the-month in October. You pick the size (lap 60” x 72” or queen 84” x 84”) and color way (denim blues or black & white). This will be an 8 month program. If you haven’t heard of a mystery quilt before, it’s where you make parts and pieces of a quilt, but don’t know what the final quilt will look like until the last month! This program includes FOUR bonus patterns! Starts in OctoberFee: $15.99 lap; $19.99 queen

Wee onesWool Block of the Month. Adorable mini flags from plays with wool designs, 1 for each month. Quick, easy and cute! Includes one mini flag stand and complete kits. This is a 12 month program. Starting in JanuaryFee: $10.99 each month

CoMpUters 101 With JeFF CoMpThis class is for those of you who love to embroider, but struggle with computers. The class will teach skills needed to enhance your embroidery software experience such as drop and drag, transfer designs, finding saved projects, and whatever else comes up. Bring your laptop, or with advance notice we can provide one if you use a desktop PC. Date: Thursday, December 7Time: 10:00am-12:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Jeff Vogel

basiCs With JeFF JeFFDo you need help threading, winding a bobbin, simple maintenance and just knowing how to use your sewing machine? Jeff will help you with your “tension” issues and get you started. Even if your machine is 40 years old, bring it in and learn how to use it! This is not intended to replace the My Bernina or Baby Lock Basics classes, but rather a quick start or review until you can attend them. All machine brands welcome. Sorry no sergers.Date: Thursday, October 5Time: 10:00am-12:00pm Date: Tuesday, November 21Time: 3:00pm-5:00pmDate: Friday, December 8Time: 3:00pm-5:00pmFee: $25.00 (FREE if purchased at HFSM)Instructor: Jeff Vogel

thank goodness it’s Friday tgiFCome in for a fun filled time with Lorraine on Friday Nights! Work on your projects without any interruptions and dinner is included. Bring your group of girlfriends, or come in and make new friends! Space is limited, so sign up early! Dates: Fridays; October 6, November 3, December 1Time: 5:30pm-11:30pmFee: $20.00 each session Instructor: Lorraine Preuss

open seW Friday osFJoin us for a fun filled day of Open Sewing! You bring whatever project you would like to work on. We provide assistance if needed, lunch, and a space to work without any distractions. Bring your friends for a “retreat style” day, or make new friends each month. Dates: Fridays; October 6, November 3, December 1Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $20.00 each session Instructor: Lorraine Preuss

bloCk-oF-the-Month anonyMoUs boMaDid you start a block of the month and not finish it? Maybe it was Plain & Fancy, Monthly Minis or Mistletoe Lane, or maybe even an old Simple Whatnots block of the month??? Well, how ‘bout we get together and finish them! That’s what Block-of-the-Month Anonymous is all about: moral support and group therapy to finish up some of those old block-of-the-month projects. By finishing them, we are making room for new projects, right?!?! Lunch is included.Dates: Monday, October 9; Tuesday, November 14; Thursday, December 14Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $20.00 Instructors: Angela Jones or Lorraine Preuss

proJeCt halF done phdNeed another open sew option? We thought so! Come join Lorraine for another day of getting your projects completed.Dates: Saturdays; October 7, December 30Time 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $20.00Instructor: Lorraine Preuss

handy QUilter sWeet 16 hQ16Handy Quilter Sweet 16 in-store training and network.Date: Saturday, October 21Time: 10:00am-12:00pm

anita goodesign agdBring your machine and come sew out a new exclusive embroidery design. Cost is $30.00 for the quarter, which is $10.00 a month for new designs and time to complete the project! So, you don’t have an embroidery machine? We can set you up! For three months you pay $60.00 total, and each month we will set up a machine for you to sew out this exclusive embroidery design. We only have room for 8 to attend in

the morning or afternoon session. Or, if you wish to receive just the quarterly packet containing all the designs and instructions, you pay only $30.00. Fee for 3 months:

$30.00 (Bring your machine); $60.00 (Use our machine) Dates: Thursday; October 19, November 30, December 21Times: 10:00am-12:00pm OR 2:00pm-4:00pm Instructor: Julie Wright & Jeff Vogel

Wool gatherers ClUb WgCLots of wool projects, but no time to work on them? Come join Lorraine, she is here for you. Bring any wool or hand projects to work on during meeting times. This class is a members “club”, sign-up anytime and we will pro-rate the price for the remainder of the year. Dates: Thursdays: October 5, November 2, December 7Times: 1:00pm-4:00pm OR 5:00pm-8:00pm Fee: 12 month membership $60.00 Instructor: Lorraine Preuss

seW savvy ClUb ssCOur Sew Savvy Club welcomes everyone who has an interest in sewing. The annual membership is $60.00. Members will receive 15% off on their loyalty card qualified purchases. We meet four times a year; your choice of Thursday evenings at 5:30p.m., or Saturday at 9:30 a.m. On Sew Savvy meeting dates, Thursday thru Saturday, members receive Double Boxes on their loyalty cards. You will receive two coupons for $25.00 each toward any class for twelve months. We encourage show and tell at the meetings and you can receive extra drawing tickets for bringing your finished projects. We have two exclusive sewing retreats per year and members are first to see the new fabrics and gadgets at the meetings. On top of all that, you receive $10.00 off our events where we bring in national educators or presenters. At our year end party, we draw for an annual grand prize worth over $600.00.YEAR END PARTY:Date: December 16Time: 9:30-11:00am

serger boot CaMp sbCDoes your serger keep breaking threads? Does it create tension for you or just need tension adjustments? Or, do you just have questions in general about how to use your serger more effectively? This is the class for you! ALL BRANDS of sergers WELCOME! This class is very limited in space, so please sign up early. Date: Thursday, November 16Time: 2:00pm-4:00pm Fee: $30.00 Instructors: Jeff Vogel

aMeriCan seWing gUild & Friends asgFContact Charlene Knoll: 970-241-2913 or email gmesaemb@acsol. com for more information. Dates: Saturday; October 14, November 18, December 2Time: 10:00am-12:00pm

Informative, Fun Sewing Times

thanksgiving retreat tgrThanksgiving Retreat – Christmas Tree Door HuggerDon’t have room for a traditional Christmas tree? This long wall hanging can be a wonderful substitute! You choose either a traditional green tree, or a modern white tree. Paper piecing skills required. *Kit purchase required. Finished size is 26 ¾” x 76 ¾”.(add date/time)Skill Level: IntermediateDates: Friday, November 24Times: 10:00am-4:00pm Pattern: Tree Door HuggerFee: $30.00Instructor: Angela Jones

Thanksgiving Retreat – JOY ZentangleEscape leftovers and football! Come make a cute table runner or wall hanging! Letters will be provided for class, you provide the fabric and thread. Learn some fun stitches on your machine. Skill Level: BeginnerDates: Saturday, November 25Times: 10:00am-4:00pm Pattern: Joy ZentangleFee: $30.00 Instructor: Lorraine Preuss

road trip bag rtbThis is the bag we all wanted at the last Sew Savvy meeting! It fits behind the seat of the car and has tons of pockets, great for road trips or running errands. Come by the store to see the sample.Skill Level: IntermediateDate: Wednesday, November 29Time: 10:00am–4:00pmFee: $30.00Instructor: Angie Jones

abbey road arThis is a Jelly Roll friendly fun project withKarla, Abbey Road. Make the throw, orrunner with table mats as another option.Skill Level: Beginner, basic piecing skills.Date: Monday, October 2Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Karla Tilford

Specialty Project Classestable rUnner oF the Month troMHere are three fun new patterns for this quarter! Two of the runners use special rulers, so we can learn some new techniques. We have a kit available for the November class.Dates: Wednesdays; October 11, November 15, December 13Times: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $25.00 Instructor: Lorraine Preuss

Patterns: October: Zipped Up

glad tidings advent Calendar gtaThis is a twist on the traditional advent calendar in that there are activity tags for each day counting down to Christmas. Activities like “bake goodies for a neighbor” and “tell someone why they are special to you” remind us that the holiday season is about love and sharing. Kits are available or you can purchase the panel and choose your own colors. This project finishes at 40 ½” x 58 ¼”. Skill Level: BeginnerDate: Tuesday, October 17Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Angela Jones

here a ChiCk haCThis is an adorable wall hanging featuring whimsical chickens! Some blocks are pieced, some are bordered panel blocks. Kit purchase required. Finishes to 45" x 49", and would look great hanging in a country kitchen or breakfast nook.Skill Level: Confident beginner

Date: Tuesday, December 5Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Angela Jones

November: Triangle Frenzy

December: Twister Gnomes

WindMills WMThis pattern from Kim Brackett’s book Scrap-Basket Strips and Squares. Itmay look hard but it is an easy pattern using 5” squares and 2 ½” squares.Finishes at 34 ½” X 34 1/2” so can bemade in a short time. Wonderful wallquilt or table topper. Starter kit available.Date: Monday, December 11Time: 10:00-4:00pmFee: $25.00Instructor: Karla Tilford

halloWeen QUilt hQEnter If You Dare! Make a fun Halloween quilt with Angie. This quilt has it all – it uses a panel for some blocks, a pieced flying geese border on two sides, and some spooky applique! Kits are available or you can purchase the panel and choose your own colors using the color chart that comes with the pattern. Finishes to 54” x 62”.Skill Level: IntermediateDate: Tuesday, October 3Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $25.00 Instructor: Angela Jones

halloWeen proJeCt “biggie hots” hbhJoin Lorraine for her annual Halloween project. These are 10” X 14” Hot Pads, big enough for a casserole dish or quick wall hangings.Date: Friday, October 13Time: 10:00am-4:00pmFee: $25.00 Instructor: Lorraine Preuss

Specialty Project ClassesCreative eMbellishing proJeCt CepJoin our guest teacher, Karen, as she takes us on a stitching adventure. Let’s make a fun needle case with plenty of decorative hand stitches. Kit and book purchase required. *Handwork Date: Thursday, November 9Time: 10:00am-4:00pm Fee: $30.00Instructor: Karen Holt

QUilts For kids QFkThis is a charity project, quilts made for kids. Kits are provided and you just bring your sewing machine and smile. Sit and sew for a good cause. This would be a great opportunity to get some pressure-free piecing practice in; or just have fun! Fun is a class requirement! Date: Saturday, October 21Time: 1:00pm-4:00pmDate: Saturday, November 4Time: 2:00pm -5:00pmDate: Saturday, December 9Time: 2:00pm-5:00pm

By Jeff Vogel

As most of you know, Brian Davis, my technician since 2010, had to retire because of health reasons. He still comes in on occasion to train and pass on his knowledge. In August I hired Jill Barker; she has experience repairing communication equipment in the military and loves to sew. I plan on sending her and Carl, who has been with me for two years, to training provided by the sewing machine companies. The service and repair department sees about 100 machines per month. I am so glad that I have been going to tech classes for the last 10 years so we have been able to keep up with the incoming flow of machines. Both Carl and Jill are meticulous and thorough. Your machine will come home sewing and sounding like the factory designed it. I hope to start taking out of town appointments again in December or the first part of 2018.

There is a new fabric store in town called Inspiration Fabrics. They are a Viking and Pfaff dealer. We still service the older Pfaff machines that do not have a lot of electronics, but if you need help with your Viking or newfangled Pfaff, I would recommend them.

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Class poliCies1. Pre-registration and payment required to hold space in class.2. No refunds if student cancels less than seven days prior to class start date. No refunds are given for classes missed.3. Full refund will be made if class is cancelled by Hi Fashion. A full week’s notice will be given.4. A student is expected to have all required supplies as per class supply list prior to first session of class. A 10% discount will be given for regular

price supplies purchased for class.5. Supplies purchased for a cancelled class may be returned as long as they were not cut items. Receipt required.6. Please make arrangements for your children.

Nov 10 and 119:00am-4:00pmCost $79

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The Sewing Machine Buzz - Amazon Web Services...The Sewing Machine Buzz By Jeff Vogel Hello everyone. This time of year is so exciting for me and exhausting too. During July and August