Classroom Brochure - My Sewing Roommysewingroom.ca/classes/classes_sub/classes_info/classes_msr... · MY SEWING ROOM Classroom Brochure Winter/Spring 2018 Edition Hello Friends, Welcome

Spring/Summer 2018 Class Brochure

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Classroom PoliciesFees: Class fees are required at the time of registration and, unless otherwise specified, are for the class only. Kit fees (when required) are in addition to the class fee and will be charged at the current market value at the time of the class.

Reservations: Classes are filled on a first-come basis with payment. You may ask to be placed on a waiting list, but this does not guarantee you a spot, should the class sell out.

Cancellations: Class registration fees are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend a course for which you are registered, you may send someone in your place. Do not purchase supplies until you are sure that the class will run. Absolutely no refunds will be given for supplies purchased for cancelled classes. If My Sewing Room cancels the class due to insufficient registration, you will receive a refund or store credit for the class fee.

Supply Lists: Be sure to pick up your supply list when you register, or to check the online Class Infosheet for requirements. It is important to bring all items listed, as the teacher does not supply these items. Please purchase all fabric, notions and tools prior to your class (upon confirming that the class is running), so as not to delay the start of the class or to miss any instruction. We recommend arriving early to purchase your supplies or any last-minute notions. If the class requires a pattern or book, each participant must have their own copy in accordance with copyright laws. No photocopies are permitted in our classes.

Classroom Etiquette: All classes begin on time; please arrive a few minutes early to set up your work area and to purchase any last-minute supplies. Out of courtesy for the instructor and your fellow students, we ask that you turn off your cell phone and limit the use of perfume, as we endeavor to be a scent-free facility. Please, do not bring your pets or children with you unless they are a paid participant. Full-day classes do not include lunch, unless otherwise specified. Remember to bring a reusable drinking mug - coffee, tea and water are available in our kitchen!

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A Word from AnneHello Friends,

With any luck, this warm weather is here to stay, and we can officially announce that spring has sprung! But, best of all, gorgeous pops of colour are showing up on our fabric shelves! It is so refreshing! And, there is just so much going on!

Our new Class Schedule is out and there is absolutely something for every quilting/sewing interest and ability. Our teachers are at the ready! From Gwen’s Jelly-Roll Rug (that’s right; a Jelly Roll and batting), to Samantha’s Another Brick In The Wall (made with your old jeans), to the ever-popular collage quilts, wallets, cosmetics bags and a new technique class with Cheryl Arkison, you will have everything you need to increase your knowledge plus hone your skills.

Also, back by popular demand this summer, is our fun-filled Kids Camp. Classes by the day or week are available, with or without a machine. Get your kids sewing up a storm this summer!

At the end of August, we are bringing award-winning longarm quilter Sue Patten to Calgary. She will take you from Ruler Work 101 to Perfecting The Panto to Stitching With Stencils to Mastering The Art Of Feathers and so much more. Sue will lead seven different classes designed to make you longarm-proficient. PLUS, two classes for your domestic machine quilting. Register early and register often!

What else is going on? Well, BERNINA is celebrating 125 years of sensational sewing machines. And at MSR, we are just celebrating! Stay tuned!

In the meantime, please join us for one of our exciting charity initiatives. Days for Girls and Quilts From The Heart are two non-profits we support every month. We are all about giving back and we invite you to join one or both groups!

Both BERNINA and Brother have lots of new innovations this season, not to mention great pricing. Be sure to check out our new machines, notions, patterns, books, embroidery, appliqué, ScanNCut and AccuQuilt Go. And remember, our Longarm Studio and Service Department are just a quick phonecall away.

So, get your sewing room ready for a spring and summer to remember. And, thank you so much for supporting your local independent quilt shop. Please recommend us to all of your friends - we sincerely appreciate your referrals! Also, be sure to check us out on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!

See you in the shop!

Sincerely,

Anne Dale

[email protected]

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Meet Our Teachers!

Dorothy MerkleyDorothy has been sewing since she was five years old and her grandmother gave her her first sewing kit. She had help from her grandmother, her sister and her best friend’s mom learning to sew. She started with Barbie clothes and pants for her teddy bear, whose legs were falling off by then. Other than Home Economics classes in school, Dorothy has been self-taught. Dorothy loves making her own clothes, as she will never attend a party with someone else in the same outfit. She discovered quilting in 1988 with some Continuing Education classes.

She now quilts, sews clothing and accessories and cannot walk past a batik collection without stopping every time. Dorothy loves passing on the knowledge, tips and tricks she has learned over the years. Dorothy enjoys

inspiring her students and watching them succeed.

Gwen AnDersonGwen came down with quilt pox in 1981 and hopes to never recover from this disease. Her children complain that she has more pictures of her quilts than she has of them. Her husband wraps her presents in quilting fabric and can find a quilt shop in any foreign country where they travel. She works for fabric. Gwen shares her passion and her addiction for quilting with students and customers of My Sewing Room.

Anne DAleAnne has been sewing for over 40 years, with her sewing career beginning when she was 14 years old. She has an extensive background including a degree in Sewing and Fashion Merchandising. Anne has sewn for many different industries, including: a flag factory, clothing factories, custom one-of-a-kind clothing design, film and theatre. Before My Sewing Room, Anne owned another sewing business for 20 years.

Teaching is Anne’s passion. She loves handwork, costumes and smaller projects like bags and wall hangings. Her favourite sewing techniques are appliqué and both hand and machine embroidery. A love for historical

sewing, tools and techniques are a huge source of inspiration for Anne, and she is most inspired by history itself. Her favourite base colour is black for its power to make other colours pop.

Cheryl ArkisonBack when Cheryl started quilting, it was practically unheard of for a 23-year-old to do so, but there she was. Now, 20 years later, she hasn’t stopped. In addition to her own creative work, mostly in improvisational piecing, she loves to teach, write books, spread the gospel of improv and design quilts. Every now and then she will make a garment; her Grade 8 Home Economics teacher would be proud. She is well-known for her use of bold colour and the quiet whispers of low-volume fabrics, but she is comfortable using anything in between as well. Cheryl

says, “Use what you love, what makes you happy! Just get your butt in the seat and sew!”

DebrA CliftonDebra has been sewing since she was a little girl. She then went on to sew in school and once she had her children, she sewed for them. Her experience is in garment sewing and quilting, as well as home décor. She also enjoys embroidery. Debra has worked at My Sewing Room for 2½ years and loves every minute of it. She is the Manager of the Machine Department. She currently sews on a Brother sewing and embroidery machine and a BERNINA serger.

kerry fosterKerry has been quilting seriously for 6 years, and crafting in general for over 25. She was editing a craft magazine in the UK, while Popular Patchwork was a sister publication. The complexity of quilt patterns really intrigued her, and despite math never being her strongest skill, she just went for it and found that it was a skill that she could still work on. She has written and designed quilt patterns for magazines since 2013, and she rarely makes a pattern by another designer – she has too many ideas of her own! More recently, Kerry has also been

sewing bags. She often uses bright, modern fabrics, and a lot of the time she likes to use what some might call “borderline novelty prints”. If there’s a fabric with a cute or unusual animal on it, Kerry will probably buy it!

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leA wAlkerLea started learning to sew in elementary school and continued taking fashion studies through junior high and high school. She took up quilting when she was pregnant with her first child. She started working at My Sewing Room just over 2 years later and has been in the Service Department for 4 years. She sews on a BERNINA 880, serges on a BERNINA L460 and does most of her embroidery on a Brother PR1050x. She enjoys making quilts and clothes as well as machine embroidery. Her taste in quilts is quite modern, but she doesn’t shy away from

other styles. She loves working with fiddly things and small pieces such as English paper piecing, foundation piecing and bra making. Her biggest fabric weakness is anything grey with math on it.

MiChelle PittsRight after Michelle obtained her art degree, she decided to use it in textile art. She has been designing textiles her whole career. She spent many years creating costumes for Cirque du Soleil. She also taught for at least 15 years at the Montreal Centre for Contemporary Textiles. Her specialties included machine knitting, machine embroidery, digitizing and bobbin lace. Sewing was a big part of her work and she has used Brother machines for most of her career. Michelle enjoys trying new techniques, exploring all of the possibilities and pushing all of

the boundaries. But most of all, she loves giving a new, modern look to old techniques.

lynDA DAniluk “A quilter is an artist using fabric and thread instead of canvas and paint.”

Lynda has been sewing since she was 7 years old, eventually moving into designing and sewing wedding dresses. In the early ‘90s she got the quilting bug and has not looked back. Her favourite type of quilting is hand appliqué combined with embroidery. She has been fortunate to have been trained by some of the best quilt teachers in

the industry. Lynda loves to share her passion with students by showing tips and tricks for making any project a bit easier. Teaching collage is a perfect balance of appliqué and art.

linDA wArDLinda has been sewing since Home Economics class in junior high school. There was nothing she liked about the teacher or the class, so it was certain that she was not destined to be a sewer! But life happened, and soon she was sewing all of the clothes for herself and her family. You name it, she had sewn it. From coat making, to coat-making classes, retirement, discovering quilting, and now, to teaching quilting classes, Linda has had an exciting and varied adventure through the world of sewing. She is always up for trying a new technique,

improving instructions, ironing out the wrinkles and tweaking it until it’s just right, then she teaches it! Linda enjoys all genres of quilting and likes to push her creative limits as well as her students’! Her style is ever-evolving

and she is always excited to have students that want to evolve with her. Linda hopes to inspire and encourage those who need a little nudging to step outside of their box. She believes that quilts should have a sound foundation, good techniques, the right fabrics and LOTS and LOTS of starch!

sAMAnthA nelson kenneDySamantha’s grandfather, a tailor, influenced her love of sewing. She took up quilting in 2003 and has been teaching classes since 2010. Samantha began with hand quilting, then switched to machine piecing and longarming. She loves gadgets that make quilting more accurate and efficient. Her mother, a mathematician, instilled Samantha’s love of math which she uses in designing blocks, borders, quilts and other projects. Now a talented and accomplished quilter, Samantha loves creating with fabric, colours and textures. She enjoys

making upcycled products from a variety of fabrics, and has published a tote bag pattern called Travelling Pants. States Sam, “Quilting has connected me to my past and brings new friends into my present; I enjoy sharing what

I’ve learned.”

nAnCy lonGsonNancy came from a large family and was taught to sew at a young age. She finally found her niche in quilting 35 years ago, and for the past 25 years, she has been active in learning new techniques and instructing quilting classes at My Sewing Room. Prior to that, she taught at Quilter’s Cabin. She is happily-married and has a large blended family. Nancy started the charity group called Quilts From The Heart, which is involved with the Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre. The group makes and donates quilts for children at the Centre every month.

GeorGe lAnGleyWhen he isn’t maintaining the My Sewing Room website, writing the Newsletter or preparing for his classes, George spends his time exploring embroidery. You can find George teaching our software classes!

MonA PetersMona is seriously into embroidery - just ask HoopSisters! You can find Mona leading our HoopSisters Sisterhood Retreats and our Tiling Club.

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Kids Camp!

Get started on your school wardrobe with our 2018 Kids Camp! Students will be encouraged to develop their sewing skills and to explore their fashion sense by sewing a pair of boxers, pajama bottoms, a tote and more! My Sewing Room takes care of the sewing machine and supplies.These classes are designed for new sewers, ages 8 and up. There is something for everyone, from beginner classes to those with slightly more experience.Students will learn proper sewing skills, as well as thread, fabric and machine knowledge that they will use throughout their lives. They will also end each class with a take-home project to show off to family and friends. Students will have the option of choosing individual classes to attend, or to join us for the whole week and get five days for the price of four.

Instructor: Debra

With your own machine

With sewing machine rental

Class One: Shorts $50.00 $75.00Monday, August 13 - 10:00 - 1:00

Class Two: Pants$95.00 $125.00Tuesday, August 14 - 10:00 - 1:00

Wednesday, August 15 - 10:00 - 1:00Class Three: Summer Tote and Accessories

$95.00 $125.00Thursday, August 16 - 10:00 - 1:00Friday, August 17 - 10:00 - 1:00

Join My Sewing Room for the Whole Week!

$199.00 $299.00

My Sewing Room presents

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Sue Patten is not your typical quilter. Anyone who knows Sue knows her high energy, innovative designs and techniques, and would tell you to expect the unexpected! Always with a story to tell and a tip or trick to share, her classes are non-stop educational and fun.

Sue is an award-winning longarm quilter, who has traveled throughout Canada, The United States, Europe and The UK, teaching her unique and innovative styles to longarm, domestic and hand quilters alike. Sue offers a wide variety of classes for all levels of quilters, including hands-on, lecture demos and drawing classes, along with a must-see, hilariously-funny trunk show. This includes everything from her hand work to her world-renowned, award-winning thread art quilts. Sue is the author of Quilting Possibilities...Freehand Filler Patterns and Adaptable Quilting Designs, published by AQS Publishing.

Sue is a designer of fabric, stencils, machine and hand embroidery patterns, redwork patterns, innovative whole cloth designs, longarm computerized patterns and hand and machine quilting designs, as well as a thread designer and, most importantly, a mother of three. Her work has been featured in dozens of magazines over the last 15 years, and she has appeared on various TV shows such as The Quilt Show with Alex Anderson and Ricky Tims, America Sews with Sue Hausmann, QNN TV’s Quilt It and Linda’s Longarm Quilting. Sue also offers a full range of training videos.

Meet-AnD-Greet trunk show

$1000

Wednesday, August 22 - 6:00 - 9:00

Come and Quilt with Sue!

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Sue Patten Longarm ClassesThe following Longarm Classes include Longarm Renter Certification, which can be used to rent the My Sewing Room longarm machines.

After years of longarm quilting, Sue has developed a few skills that she would like to share. This class covers mounting and floating, squaring off a quilt so that it is square every time, regardless of how “not-so-square” it may have been when it arrived. She will show ways of manipulating fabric on those not-so-perfect tops to make them lay flat without causing pucker, pleat or stress. She will share her tips on getting perfect tension with every type of thread on every machine brand by using the right-sized needle for the thread and fabric that you are working with, and using 3 degrees of texture to achieve the perfect look for every quilt. She will help to make your borders look like they were quilted with no stop and starts without ever turning your quilt, and so much more. So come and join Sue and learn tips and tricks that are sure to have you smiling and saying, “No problem, I can quilt that out!”

tiPs AnD triCks for true beGinners Wednesday, August 22 - 1:00 - 4:00 $150.00*

This class is designed to teach students how to use paper pantograph/edge-to-edge patterns to finish a quilt top. Learn how to choose the correct size of designs based on block size and end use of the finished quilt. Also learn how to position the laser, advance the quilt and fill in open spaces at the top and bottom of the quilt. You’ll discover how to choose the right-coloured thread and batting and the answer to the age-old questions “Should I run the pattern off the quilt?” plus “How do I secure my starting and finishing stitches, without having to hand bury my threads?” This class is packed full of tips and tricks to make your next edge-to-edge quick, easy and beautiful.

PerfeCtinG the PAnto froM stArt to finishThursday, August 23 - 10:00 - 1:00 $150.00*

This is a quilting class for everyone who wants to take edge-to-edge quilting to the next level. Students will learn how to use a pantograph in a multitude of different ways:

• using two different designs for the inside of the body of the quilt and borders

• how to “chuck” the borders to use a pantograph to quilt them

• using your edge-to-edge around the corners of the border

• how an edge-to-edge pantograph can be used to create a log cabin quilting effect

• how to use more than one design row-on-row

If you’ve ever wondered how to one-up your edge-to-edge quilting, then this is the class for you.

beyonD eDGe-to-eDGe with A PAntoThursday, August 23 - 2:00 - 5:00 $150.00*

This class is designed to teach students how to use quilting rulers safely and effectively. It’s packed full of tips and tricks on all aspects of using rulers to complete every area of a quilt. Discover the different styles of rulers and how they work. Choose the ruler types that work best to compliment different quilting styles. Not every ruler is perfect for every quilter. Come and learn how to choose the rulers that work best for you and how to use them on your next quilt. This class covers the basic use of:

• straight line rulers

• curved rulers

• inlay rulers

• path rulers

ruler work 101Friday, August 24 - 10:00 - 1:00 $150.00*

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*Price includes a pre-marked quilt sandwich for class stitch-outs.

The following Domestic Machine Classes require a domestic sewing machine with a free-motion table or base, the ability to drop the feed dogs and a ruler foot.

Sue Patten Domestic Machine Classes

This class instructs students about combining a variety of rulers to create stunning custom quilts. It deals with block motifs, sashings and borders. Students will combine sections of different rulers to create new designs, learn how to mark areas on rulers for consistency and precision and how to use rulers to create spacing for different textures and free-motion fill-ins. Combine a full range of ruler styles and skills and take your ruler work to a whole new level. Just imagine having the confidence to tackle that next quilt top with no marking and dozens of one-of-a-kind quilting ideas. This class covers:

• specialty rulers

• circles, curves, straight line, inlay, specialty shapes, spine and perfect feather rulers

• pounce and stencils as an added bonus to combine with your ruler work

• different batting effects and thread choices for highlighting different areas of your work

• dozens of tips and tricks

Join the fun and learn to Master The Art Of Rulers!

MAsterinG the Art of rulersFriday, August 24 - 2:00 - 5:00 $150.00*

This class is designed to inspire and to assist the beginner in becoming confident with their ability to use free-motion designs and techniques. This class is packed full of information. While mastering the skill of free-motion quilting, discussion will include threads, tension, how batting affects the overall look of the quilt and where to place these new design concepts on the quilt to achieve three degrees of texture and balance. These designs offer a quick, easy and accurate way to finish any quilt top. So put away those marking tools, turn off that laser light and get set for a free-motion block party!

free-Motion PossibilitiesSaturday, August 25 - 10:00 - 1:00 $150.00*

This is a quilting class to help students master the beloved feather. Whether you are new to quilting, or just wanting to expand your feather skills without the extra work of marking or the extra cost of stencils, this is the perfect class for you. Learn cutting-edge fillers, creative “stipplish” spines and an all-out frenzy of new and innovative ways to tickle any quilt with feathers. This is a free-motion class that moves step-by-step from stem to feathered finish, with extra tips and tricks and a multitude of inside feather filler designs. The feathers learned in class may be used for borders, blocks and sashings. So put away any feather fears and master the art of making feathers!

MAsterinG the Art of feAthersSaturday, August 25 - 2:00 - 5:00 $150.00*

Start with a stencil, stitch it with confidence and finish it fast and fabulously. This class is sure to have students looking at all of those stencils collected over the years in a whole new way. Sue will demonstrate how to take one simple stencil and create dozens of designs with it. The designs will be created to fill every area of the quilt - blocks, borders, sashings and background fillers. This class will feature simple drawing tools in a variety of shapes and sizes, as well as how to create reusable stencils using a wide range of ideas and inspirations. Join Sue as she explores and answers the age-old question, “How should I quilt this?” with her quick-and-easy stencil solutions.

stArt with A stenCilSunday, August 26 - 10:00 - 1:00 $150.00*

This class is packed full of ruler tips and tricks. Learn how to use a variety of different styles of rulers safely and easily on domestic sewing machines. This class covers when and why to choose a 1/4-inch or 1/8-inch ruler, depending on the machine, and the ruler foot that works best with each brand of sewing machine. Also learn how to use a variety of rulers for perfect feathers, a multitude of shapes and accurate, easy background fills. Come and learn how easy it is to RULE YOUR QUILT with tools designed specifically for the domestic sewing machine quilter.

MAsterinG the Art of rulers on your DoMestiC MAChineSunday, August 26 - 2:00 - 5:00 $150.00*

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Fundamental Skills and Techniques

Hello Foxy

This is your introduction to an exciting new hobby: quilting! Learn the latest in cutting equipment, strip sewing and how to match seams like a pro. This class will take you from the basics right up to binding a finished quilt.

My Sewing Room takes care of the pattern, students get to select their fabric. Come early and learn a bit about fabric selection from our knowledgeable staff.

If you’re a bit short on time, but still want to learn the basics, check out Gwen’s Learn to Quilt - Fast Track class.

QuiltinG first ClAss

Session 1

Mondays, May 14, 28, June 04, 111:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00

Session 2

Wednesdays, July 11 , 18, 25, August 011:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00

Session 3

Tuesdays, August 07, 14, 28, September 041:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00

Session 4

Thursdays, September 06, 13, 20, 271:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00

Session 5

Mondays, October 22, 29, November 05, 121:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00

Instructor: Gwen $75.00

Get started on sewing your own garments with this class. Dorothy will offer assistance with choosing patterns and fabric, pattern layout, cutting, sewing and finishing a garment of your choosing.

Pre-requisite: basic knowledge of your machine and its functions.

A pattern of your choice is required.

beGinner sewinG

Session 1

Wednesdays, May 30, June 06, 13, 27, July 04 6:00 - 9:00Session 2

Tuesdays, July 03, 10, 17, 24, 31 6:00 - 9:00Session 3

Tuesdays, October 09, 16, 23, 30, November 06 6:00 - 9:00

Instructor: Dorothy $95.00

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Piecing Techniques Plus

Fast track your introduction to an exciting new hobby: quilting! Learn the latest in cutting equipment, strip sewing and how to match seams like a pro. This class will take you from the basics right up to binding a finished quilted table runner.

My Sewing Room will provide the pattern and you provide the fabric! Come early and learn a bit about fabric selection from our knowledgeable staff.

leArn to Quilt - fAst trACk

Session 1

Saturday, May 05Sunday, May 06

10:00 - 4:0011:00 - 5:00

Session 2

Saturday, June 16Sunday, June 17

10:00 - 4:0011:00 - 5:00

Session 3

Saturday, July 07Sunday, July 08

10:00 - 4:0011:00 - 5:00

Session 4

Saturday, August 18Sunday, August 19

10:00 - 4:0011:00 - 5:00

Session 5

Saturday, September 15Sunday, September 16

10:00 - 4:0011:00 - 5:00

Session 6

Saturday, October 20Sunday, October 21

10:00 - 4:0011:00 - 5:00

Instructor: Gwen $75.00Take some familiar, dare it be said, traditional, blocks and shake them up. Playing with improvisation, scale and colour, Cheryl will create fun and funky alternatives to old favourites. Each month, students will play with an old favourite in new ways.

My Sewing Room will provide the pattern and students provide the fabric! Come early and don’t be afraid to ask for a second opinion.

fAMiliAr bloCks in fun wAys

Home Is Where The Heart Is Tuesday, May 08, 6:00 - 9:00

Drunkard’s Path Living Up To Its Name

Tuesday, June 12, 6:00 - 9:00

Wild Goose Chase Tuesday, July 10, 6:00 - 9:00

Instructor: Cheryl $35.00/Session

Just a few little tricks can make the job so much easier! This class is full of tried-and-true tricks to get you quilting your quilts. Don’t be afraid; this class is geared for beginner to intermediate quilters!

A kit is required for this class.

MAChine QuiltinG 1

Wednesdays, May 16, 23, 30 6:00 - 9:00

Instructor: Linda $75.00

With the dawn of modern quilts using such a variety of new and innovative quilting techniques, it is time for a new adventure. This class will offer the basics of free-motion quilting to get things started. These techniques can be applied to domestic or longarm quilting machines. There’s lots of fun for everyone!

A kit is required for this class.

MAChine QuiltinG 2 -feAthers, fill AnD fun!

Wednesdays, June 13, 20, 27 6:00 - 9:00


Learn how to piece nine different blocks using techniques common to many quilt patterns. Combine all blocks into a quilt or turn your favourites into throw pillows to freshen up your décor. Specialty rulers and other tools will ensure that your blocks are perfectly-pieced!

Techniques include Flying Geese, Four-Patch, Nine-Patch, Half-Square Triangles, Quarter-Square Triangles, String Blocks, Log Cabin and Drunkard’s Path. PLUS two classes on Walking Foot Quilting and one class on assembly of the quilted blocks (quilt-as-you-go).

Patterns for each block will be provided in class.

*Topics may be subject to change.

PieCinG teChniQues Plus

Four-Patch Thursday, June 14, 6:00 - 9:00

Half-Square Triangles Thursday, June 28, 6:00 - 9:00

Log Cabin Thursday, July 12, 6:00 - 9:00

Flying Geese Thursday, July 26, 6:00 - 9:00

Nine-Patch Thursday, August 09, 6:00 - 9:00

Quarter-Square Triangles Thursday, August 16, 6:00 - 9:00

String Blocks Thursday, September 13, 6:00 - 9:00

Drunkard’s Path Thursday, September 27, 6:00 - 9:00

Carpenter’s Wheel Thursday, October 11, 6:00 - 9:00

Walking Foot Quilting Thursday, October 25, 6:00 - 9:00Thursday, November 08, 6:00 - 9:00

Block Assembly Thursday, November 22, 6:00 - 9:00

Instructor: Samantha $175.00

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Hand Quilting For Beginners

Strips ‘n CurvesGrid work is such a fantastic stepping stone to free-motion quilting, yet is loved by beginner and experienced quilters alike! The humble grid provides a whole new structure to quilt in, and until now has not got the respect that it deserves. Come sew and see what fun and inspiring designs come from the simple grid!

The Grid Design Workbook book by Cindy Seitz-Krug is required.

free-Motion GriD work

Wednesday, July 18 6:00 - 9:00


“I rarely make a quilt more than once, but I can’t seem to stop making these! I just can’t believe I’ve made it this far in life and had absolutely no idea how much I loved stripping!!! While strutting my curves has not been my usual pastime, it has now become one of my favourites!”

Don’t miss out on this super fun and oh-so-simple concept. Tricks and pole included!

The A New Twist on Strips ’n Curves book by Louisa L. Smith is required.

striPs ‘n Curves

Wednesdays, July 25, August 01, 08, 15 6:00 - 9:00


This quick little class will save hours of grief by mastering the steps to binding perfect mitres and joins. Learn the right way, and with just a few easy tricks, the result is a beautiful binding in no time!

No need to worry about selecting fabric; the kit is included!

beAutiful binDinG

Session 1

Wednesday, July 04 6:00 - 9:00Session 2

Wednesday, September 12 6:00 - 9:00


If you took Quilting First Class or another class from My Sewing Room and you need some help and encouragement to complete your PHD (Project Half-Done), this is the class for you. You can rely on Gwen’s expertise to help you and your PHD. Let’s get it done so you can try something new!

Students must provide their own project to be completed.

workinG on your PhD(ProjeCt hAlf-Done)

Session 1 Saturday, May 19, 10:00 - 4:00

Session 2 Sunday, June 24, 11:00 - 5:00

Session 3 Sunday, July 15, 11:00 - 5:00

Session 4 Sunday, August 12, 11:00 - 5:00

Session 5 Saturday, September 29, 10:00 - 4:00


If you’re ready to add ruler work to your quilting repertoire, this is a great time for an introduction. Come and learn some tips and tricks, learn when you need a ruler and when you don’t. But most importantly; get some hands-on experience with your ruler work foot!

ruler work

Wednesday, July 11 6:00 - 9:00


Have you ever thought that you might like to try hand quilting? This is the perfect project to get you started. You will get lots of tips, practice and, best of all, a finished project, plus all of the confidence you need to hand quilt your next quilt top.

hAnD QuiltinG for beGinners

Wednesdays, August 08, 15 1:00 - 4:00


We all love our big beautiful embroidery machines, but they aren’t too portable on vacation. We’ll teach you some gorgeous hand embroidery stitches and designs, plus introduce you to the beauty of a portable project.

bAsiC hAnD eMbroiDery

Wednesdays, August 08, 15 6:00 - 9:00


Session 1

Sunday, June 10 11:00 - 5:00Session 2

Monday, August 20 10:00 - 4:00

Come and learn from the “Queen” many tips and tricks of this very popular form of stitched appliqué. Let Anne show you how easy it really is. She probably loves appliqué more than chocolate!

sAtin stitCh APPliQué Instructor: Anne $65.00

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A Year In Minis

Join us once a month to make a fun little mini quilt and learn new skill-building techniques.

The pattern for each session is required. Kits are also available for purchase.

A yeAr in Minis

May Basket Friday, May 11, 6:00 - 9:00

Rose Garden Friday, June 08, 6:00 - 9:00

Changeling Mini Friday, July 20, 6:00 - 9:00

Aspen Mini Friday, August 17, 6:00 - 9:00

Dragon Fly Friday, September 14, 6:00 - 9:00

Pumpkin Scraps Friday, October 19, 6:00 - 9:00

Instructor: Gwen $35.00/Session

Can’t bear to part with your favourite jeans? Make them into a quilt and they’ll be with you forever. Stack up denim “bricks” to make a quilt size of your choice. By using a stabilizer, jeans of any sort can be used – even stretch denim. Add some bling with fancy pockets and 12-weight thread.

The pattern is supplied in class.

Another briCk in the wAll

Session 1

Tuesdays, May 29, June 05 6:00 - 9:00Session 2

Thursdays, October 04, 18 6:00 - 9:00


A modern update on a classic design. The Argyle quilt is one of those quilts that looks complicated, but is actually straightforward to make. Come ready to cut, sew, cut and sew again!

The supplied pattern is easily-adaptable for multiple sizes.

ArGyle Quilt

Saturday, May 05 10:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Cheryl $75.00

Argyle

Jelly-Roll Rug

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Cathedral Windows

A great next step after finishing Quilting First Class, this sophisticated quilt is easy to make. Pick a theme and choose fabrics in high-contrasting pairs.

The Bento Box - Updated & Expanded! pattern by Tracey Brookshier is required.

bento box

Thursdays, May 10, 17 6:00 - 9:00


Take appliqué to a new level with Flower Power! This is a fat quarter-friendly appliqué design with a modern twist.

The Flower Power pattern by Amanda Murphy is required.

flower Power

Session 1

Tuesdays, June 05, 12, 191:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00

Session 2

Mondays, July 09, 16 10:00 - 4:00


Curved piecing is easier than you think. Pick a Layer Cake and this curved quilt will be done before you know it!

The Dishes pattern by Lella Boutique is required.

Dishes

Fridays, June 01, 15, 221:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00


Let’s make your quilty heart sing with this vintage farm girl sampler quilt. No two quilts will be the same, but they will all be made with love and care by your own two hands.

The Farm Girl Vintage book by Lori Holt is required.

fArM Girl vintAGe Club

Tuesdays, October 02, 23, November 06, 20, January 08, 22, February 05, 19

1:00 - 4:00or

6:00 - 9:00


Make a cosmetics bag that is big enough to hold ALL of the essentials when you are travelling. They also make lovely gifts for birthdays or any special occasion.

The pattern is supplied in class.

CosMetiCs bAG

Session 1

Saturday, May 26 10:00 - 4:00Session 2

Monday, August 13 10:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Nancy $75.00

The classic and ever-beautiful cathedral windows are stunning, but all of that hand work! This class demonstrates the best of tricks to make stunning cathedral windows with NO hand sewing! You will leave this technique class with all of the knowledge required to make a cathedral window pillow, quilt or whatever your heart desires!

CAtheDrAl winDows -look, no hAnDs(ewinG)!

Wednesday, August 29 6:00 - 9:00


This modern quilt is full of neutrals with just a little splash of colour. These curves are easy to sew, thanks to the Quick Curve Ruler. No pins, no easing of seams - really!

The Chic Country pattern by Sew Kind of Wonderful and a Quick Curve Ruler are required.

ChiC Country

Session 1

Mondays, June 04, 18, 25 6:00 - 9:00Session 2

Mondays, September 17, 24, October 01 6:00 - 9:00


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Fabric Collage

Collage quilts are very popular and using Laura Heine patterns, Lynda will how you how to make one. The first class will deal with fabric selection and preparation of pieces, and the second will be building the collage.

A Laura Heine Collage pattern of your choice is required.

fAbriC CollAGe

Session 1

Tuesday, May 15 Tuesday, May 22

1:00 - 4:0010:00 - 4:00

Session 2

Thursday, June 07Thursday, June 14

1:00 - 4:0010:00 - 4:00

Session 3

Saturday, July 07Saturday, July 21

1:00 - 4:0010:00 - 4:00

Session 4

Wednesday, August 01Wednesday, August 08

1:00 - 4:0010:00 - 4:00

Session 5

Tuesday, September 11Tuesday, September 18

1:00 - 4:0010:00 - 4:00

Session 5

Monday, October 15Monday, October 22

1:00 - 4:0010:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Lynda $75.00

Play with colour and create pieced birdhouses and appliquéd feathered friends.

The Free as a Bird pattern by Abbey Lane Quilts is required.

free As A birD

Session 1

Thursdays, June 14, 21, 281:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00

Session 2

Mondays, July 23, 30 10:00 - 4:00


Machine-pieced Hebe is great stash buster or perfect for Jelly Rolls.

The Hebe pattern by Jen Kingwell is required.

hebe

Mondays, August 20, 27 10:00 - 4:00


Fast and fun, this little fox quilt will steal your heart away.

The Hello Foxy pattern by Lorna McMahon is required.

hello foxy

Session 1

Thursdays, July 12, 19 1:00 - 4:00Session 2

Thursday, August 02 10:00 - 4:00


This is a very whimsical appliqué quilt. Fun to make - even a beginner could do it. Bring that drawer full of scraps and a lunch - come and have a good time.

The Okey Dokey Owl and Friends Appliqué Quilt pattern by Jennifer Jangles is required.

hoot-enAnny

Wednesdays, July 11, 18 1:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Nancy $65.00

How about a Jelly-Roll Rug? Just take one Jelly Roll, a bit of batting and a zig-zag sewing machine, and you can impress everyone with your own custom-made Jelly-Roll Rug!

The Jelly-Roll Rug pattern by RJ Designs is required.

jelly-roll ruG

Mondays, September 10, 17, 241:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00


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Lilla

Open Heart

Inspired by papercut patterns by Lotta Jansdotter, this quilt is a fun combination of precision and improv piecing. Class will cover all of the techniques needed to make each of the twenty-five blocks. Make one of each for a great baby quilt, or four of each for a queen size version.

The Lilla pattern by Cheryl Arkison and Lotta Jansdotter is required.

lillA

Saturdays, June 09, 16 10:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Cheryl $120.00

This is the incredibly-popular “NCW” that has taken the world by storm! This versatile wallet, by Albertan designer Janelle McKay, has card slots, a zippered coin pocket, space for notes and still lots of room even to hold a cellphone. It’s a great introduction to interfacings and makes a great gift!

The Necessary Clutch Wallet pattern by Emmaline Bags is required.

neCessAry ClutCh wAllet

Session 1

Sundays, May 06, 20 1:00 - 4:00Session 2

Tuesdays, August 07, 14 6:00 - 9:00

Instructor: Kerry $65.00

Nine stars surrounded by delightful 9-patches make a striking two-colour quilt.

The Nantucket pattern by Minick and Simpson is required.

nAntuCket

Thursdays, May 24, 31, June 071:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00


Fat quarter-friendly, this quilt makes an excellent gift for someone you love with all of your heart.

The Open Heart pattern by Lella Boutique is required.

oPen heArt

Tuesdays, September 11, 18, 251:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00


Curves don’t need to be hard, or scary! Learn a quick, one-pin technique and make satisfyingly-quick blocks that are a perfect use of fat quarters. The bold, simple shape makes for a truly modern quilt. This pattern is by the teacher, so she knows it inside-out!

The Pancake pattern by PennyDog Patchwork is required.

PAnCAkes

Session 1

Tuesdays, June 19, July 03 6:00 - 9:00Session 2



Try your hand at making 3D fabric flowers that can be used in a variety of different craft and sewing projects.

The Popped Color pattern by Swan Amity Studios is required.

PoPPeD Color

Wednesdays, September 05, 12, 261:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00


Grow your quilting skills one row at a time. This quilt is designed to move your level of expertise from beginner to expert.

The Quilting Row By Row book by Jeanette White & Erin Hamilton is required.

row-by-row skills

Tuesdays, October 09, 30, November 13, 27, January 15, 29, February 12, 26, March 05, 12, 19, 26

1:00 - 4:00or

6:00 - 9:00


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Star Light, Star Bright

Twister Gnomes

A great pattern for beginners that holds its shape and can be made in two sizes, this bag is a clever shape with a professional structured finish courtesy of foam interfacing. Take your first steps into bag making with this class and get great results.

The Squiffy Sling pattern by Sewing Patterns by Mrs H is required.

sQuiffy Cross-boDy bAG

Session 1

Wednesdays, August 29, September 05 6:00 - 9:00Session 2

Tuesdays, September 11, 18 6:00 - 9:00


An easy quilt to make, it uses up some of those leftover 2½" strips. Or, buy a package of strips to make one (or two). The pattern comes with three different sizes: crib, lap and twin. Make a couple of table runners or a lap quilt for sitting by the campfire.

The Strip Joints pattern by G.E.Designs is required.

striP joints

Saturday, June 23 10:00 - 2:00

Instructor: nancy $60.00

Earn a gold star with this fabulous quilt! Use a Layer Cake to make the larger size or Charm Squares to make a sweet baby quilt. Learn how to make perfect half-square triangles and flat seams at intersections.

The Star Light, Star Bright pattern designed by Samantha herself under her design house name, Pincushion Productions is required.

stAr liGht, stAr briGht

Session 1


Saturday, July 21 10:00 - 4:00Session 3

Thursdays, September 06, 20 6:00 - 9:00


Learn how to successfully complete a Bargello quilt. The first class is a shopping class, focused on choosing fabrics to make every quilt work. Then twelve hours of instruction and assistance to complete.

The Twist-and-Turn Bargello Quilts book by Eileen Wright is required.

twisteD bArGello

Thursdays, June 28, July 05, 12, 19, 26 6:00 - 9:00

Instructor: Dorothy $95.00

Get the traditional Bargello look with only two fabrics. This is a fabulous technique that is sure to impress!

The Two Fabric Bargello pattern by Susie Weaver is required.

two-fAbriC bArGello

Tuesdays, July 17, 24, 311:00 - 4:00

or6:00 - 9:00


Sew some holiday fun. Create a background panel with the Lil’ Twister tool and appliqué the gnomes for a seriously-fun table runner.

The Twister Gnomes pattern by Around the Bobbin is required.

twister GnoMes

Session 1

Fridays, July 20, 27 1:00 - 4:00Session 2



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Tuffets! Tuffets are a beautiful accent piece that you can add to any décor. Make your very own Tuffet. Don’t worry - basic sewing skills are all you need and we will be by your side the entire way. We will even loan you the power tools! Jelly Roll-friendly!

The Pieced 18" Tuffet pattern by Tuffet Source is required. Finishing kits are also available.

tuffets

Session 1

Thursdays, May 03, 10 10:00 - 4:00Session 2

Mondays, July 09, 16 10:00 - 4:00Session 3

Sundays, September 02, 09 11:00 - 5:00

Instructor: Anne $95.00

A tuffet in a day? You bet! Make a full-sized 18" tuffet with three design options, or make an 8" Marvelous Mini Tuffet, perfect for an 18-inch doll or a “Pincushion with Attitude”. All in one day!

The 18" Tuffet in a Day pattern or the 8" Marvelous Mini Tuffet kit by Tuffet Source is required. Finishing kits for the 18" tuffet are also available.

tuffet in A DAy

Session 1

Sunday, May 13 11:00 - 5:00Session 2

Monday, June 18 10:00 - 4:00Session 3

Saturday, August 04 10:00 - 4:00


Have you taken My Sewing Room’s Tuffets class and want to make a second one? Bring your ready-to-finish tuffet top and finishing kit to our Tuffets Shop Class! My Sewing Room will have the tools that you need all set up and ready to go!

Pre-requisite: Tuffets

tuffets shoP ClAss

Session 1

Thursday, May 10 1:00 - 4:00Session 2

Sunday, May 13 2:00 - 5:00Session 3

Monday, June 18 1:00 - 4:00Session 4

Monday, July 16 1:00 - 4:00Session 5

Saturday, August 04 1:00 - 4:00Session 6

Sunday, September 09 2:00 - 5:00


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Social and Giving BackAre you sew far behind that you think you’re first? Well, have we got a deal for you! Every Friday, you can come and sew with others in the same predicament. One comfy wheeled chair and one table per person with some great company. What could be better?

*PRE-REGISTRATION IS A MUST*

Space is limited and is subject to Classroom availability - please check the Class Calendar for current schedule.

Please be respectful of other classes that are running.

10:00 - 4:00 is $10.00, 6:00 - 9:00 is free.

sew behinDInstructor: Self-guided $10.00 or Free

If you love to quilt and spend time with friends, or meet new ones, then come and join us as we continue to make quilts for the Calgary Police Service Child Abuse Unit, in conjunction with the Sheldon Kennedy Child Advocacy Centre, for kids in crisis.

The event is free, and fabric is supplied, but you do need to bring your own sewing machine and equipment. Bring a lunch and come prepared to have a wonderful time.

Meets the third Wednesday of each month, except for July and August.

Quilts froM the heArt

Wednesday, May 16 10:00 - 3:00

Wednesday, June 20 10:00 - 3:00

Wednesday, September 19 10:00 - 3:00

Wednesday, October 17 10:00 - 3:00

Instructor: Nancy Free

Come and sew kits to help Days for Girls.

Days for Girls (DfG) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to create a more dignified, free and educated world through access to lasting feminine hygiene solutions. Sign up for as many shifts as you would like.

Non-sewers always welcome too!

There are many other non-sewing tasks as well - everyone is invited to come and help prepare the kits.

Call us to sign up for any of the following times:

DAys for Girls work DAy

Friday, May 11 10:00 - 3:00

Saturday, May 12 10:00 - 3:00

Friday, July 13 10:00 - 3:00

Saturday, July 14 10:00 - 3:00

Friday, August 10 10:00 - 3:00

Saturday, August 11 10:00 - 3:00

Friday, September 07 10:00 - 3:00

Saturday, September 08 10:00 - 3:00

Friday, October 12 10:00 - 3:00

Saturday, October 13 10:00 - 3:00

Instructor: Anne Free

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Are you a MSR-Certified Longarm Renter? Or do you own a frame-based quilting machine? Then this sociable afternoon is for you. Join our Longarm Staff and explore new products and ideas to make your quilting easier and more enjoyable. Watch as we demo some fun techniques - you may even get a chance to try them out yourself. Bring your Show-and-Share for all to enjoy. Meets quarterly. Registration includes a free half-hour of rental time credited to your card!Saturday, July 28 1:00 - 3:00

lonGArMers soCiAl ClubInstructor: MSR Longarm Staff $10.00

Are you struggling to figure out how to do a specific project on your ScanNCut? Bring it in and we will work together to get your project started or finished! Lea will be on-hand to answer questions and to give tips for success.

sCAnnCut ClubInstructor: Lea $25.00

Thursday, May 17 1:00 - 4:00

Thursday, June 21 1:00 - 4:00

Thursday, July 19 1:00 - 4:00


Sunday, October 18 1:00 - 4:00

Join us for these informative video demonstrations - all machine brands are welcome! Bring your show-and-tell! Bring a USB stick for the files, including the video, designs, PDFs and more,

sew-CiAl Clubs

Feet And Accessories - 10:00 - 11:30Learn how presser feet and accessories can improve your sewing skill set. Each lesson will focus on a technique and accessory with fresh, modern inspiration and a technique recipe card for future reference.

All About Embroidery - 12:30 - 2:00All embroiderers will find this Club inspiring and educational with lessons that focus on techniques, stabilizers, placement and design. Overcome the fear of machine embroidery and enjoy embroidery success.

Software Inspirations - 2:30 - 4:00See how BERNINA Embroidery Software can be incorporated into every embroidery project. Learn what’s new in version 8 and be inspired to create.

Saturday, May 19

Saturday, June 16

Saturday, July 21

Saturday, August 18

Saturday, September 15

Saturday, October 20

Instructor: Anne and George $15.00/Session

FREE Information Session

Tuesday, June 26 6:00 - 9:00Session 1

Sunday, July 15 11:00 - 5:00Session 2

Sunday, August 12 11:00 - 5:00Session 3

Sunday, September 09 11:00 - 5:00Session 4


Tiling isn’t just for home renovations. Bring your embroidery machine and join Mona as she explores the world of machine-embroidered tiled tapestries. Come out to the free Information Session, then join the Club!

A tiling scene embroidery design of your choice is required.

tilinG ClubInstructor: Mona $65.00/Session

Join us for a one-day HoopSisters retreat.Each month, we will get a new set of small projects to embroider. Make one or make them all! All designs and patterns are supplied, along with instruction from the teacher. You can bring your machine to class and stay and sew, or you can leave after the instructional period and sew at home. However, you must attend the class to receive the designs - bring a USB memory stick!

hooPsisters sisterhooD retreAts

Sunday, July 22 11:00 - 5:00

Sunday, August 19 11:00 - 5:00

Sunday, September 16 11:00 - 5:00


More Dates

Wedding - Be ready for the big day with this collection of stemware coasters, table signs, a ring bearer pillow and even embroidered thank-you cards for your guests.

Sunday, May 20 11:00 - 5:00

BBQ - BBQ season may be short, but this casserole carrying case, pot holder handle and hot pad set can be used year-round. Add the included collection of BBQ-themed embroidery designs to really feel the heat!

Sunday, June 17 11:00 - 5:00

Instructor: Mona $49.00/Session

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New Owner, Machine and Software Classes

At My Sewing Room, our goal is to sell you the right machine for you. Part of that goal is teaching you how to use your machine so that you really “know” your machine and thus know that it is the right one for you.

ALL of the machines we sell come with FREE classes to help you learn your machine’s abilities. These are NOT classes on how to sew; these are classes on how to use your sewing machine.

You must BRING YOUR OWN SEWING MACHINE to these classes. We realize that is asking a lot sometimes, but it is very important in order to learn:

● how to use all of those fancy features you have no idea what to do with

● what all of those feet that came with the machine are for

● how to clean and maintain your machine for optimal performance and long life

By bringing in your machine, we can ensure that you get the most out of it.

This class will help you to become very familiar with your Brother sewing machine. You will learn the features of your machine, increase your knowledge of sewing and achieve greater success with your sewing projects.

This class is included free with the purchase of a Brother sewing machine. Students are required to purchase an additional class kit.

brother sewinG MAChine

Session 1


Saturday, June 23 10:00 - 4:00Session 3

Fridays, July 06, 20 6:00 - 9:00Session 4

Tuesdays, August 28, September 04 6:00 - 9:00Session 5

Wednesdays, September 19, 26 6:00 - 9:00Session 6

Saturday, October 20 10:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Michelle $150.00 or FreeThis series of classes will help you to become very familiar with your new BERNINA or bernette sewing machine or act as a refresher. You will learn the features of your machine, increase your knowledge of sewing and achieve greater success with your sewing projects.

This class is included free with the purchase of a BERNINA sewing machine. Students are required to purchase an additional class kit.

berninA sewinG MAChine

Session 1

Tuesday, May 01Wednesday, May 02

10:00 - 5:0010:00 - 5:00

Session 2

Friday, June 08Saturday, June 09Sunday, June 10

6:00 - 9:0011:00 - 4:0011:00 - 4:00

Session 3

Friday, July 27Saturday, July 28Sunday, July 29

6:00 - 9:0011:00 - 4:0011:00 - 4:00

Session 4

Friday, October 26Saturday, October 27Sunday, October 28

6:00 - 9:0011:00 - 4:0011:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Anne and Lea $375.00 or Free

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In this class, you will learn the features of your BERNINA or bernette embroidery machine, increase your knowledge of stabilizers and achieve greater success with your embroidery projects. This class is suitable for all current BERNINA and bernette models.

Prerequisite: BERNINA Sewing Machine

This class is included free with the purchase of a BERNINA or bernette embroidery machine. Students are required to purchase an additional class kit.

berninA eMbroiDery MAChine

Session 1

Wednesday, June 13 10:00 - 5:00Session 2

Thursday, August 30 10:00 - 5:00Session 3


Instructor: Anne $175.00 or Free

This class will help you to become very familiar with your Brother sewing machine. You will learn the features of your machine, increase your knowledge of sewing and achieve greater success with your sewing projects.

Prerequisite: Brother Sewing Machine

This class is included free with the purchase of a Brother embroidery machine. Students are required to purchase an additional class kit.

brother eMbroiDery MAChine

Session 1

Tuesdays, May 15, 22 6:00 - 9:00Session 2

Tuesdays, June 19, 26 6:00 - 9:00Session 3

Sunday, July 22 11:00 - 5:00Session 4

Saturday, August 18 10:00 - 4:00Session 5

Fridays, September 21, 28 6:00 - 9:00Session 6


Instructor: Michelle $150.00 or Free

Not just for XV8500D or XV8550D owners! Some Brother sewing machines have unique features that other machines do not have, and we want you to learn how your machine works inside and out If you purchased your Brother from us, and it has this session’s feature, then this Club is for you! Join us for these informative demos.

brother DreAM teAM

My Design Center Tuesday, May 15, 6:30 - 8:00

Laser Guide and Sensor Pen Tuesday, May 29, 6:30 - 8:00

MuVit Foot Tuesday, June 12, 6:30 - 8:00

My Custom Stitch and Scanning Frame

Tuesday, June 26, 6:30 - 8:00

color Shuffling and Advanced Embroidery Designs

Tuesday, July 10, 6:30 - 8:00

Built-in Scanner and appliqué Embroidery Designs

Tuesday, July 24, 6:30 - 8:00

Camera and Auto-Digitizing Tuesday, August 07, 6:30 - 8:00

Instructor: Debra $20.00

The perfect series for learning the features of your BERNINA, bernette or Brother serger, to achieve greater success with your serging projects.Part 1, Basic Serger Use includes all sergers, while Part 2, Serging Ahead adds the coverstitch and chainstitch machines.

This class is included free with the purchase of a BERNINA, Brother or bernette serger or coverstitch machine. Students are required to purchase an additional class kit.

berninA AnD brother serGer

Thursday, May 31Friday, June 01

10:00 - 4:0010:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Anne or Lea $175.00 or Free

Did you know that you can cut paper, fabric, felt, vinyl and more with your ScanNCut? Learn how to work with the built-in patterns and navigate the many editing functions on the machine to successfully cut out your projects. A kit is included.

sCAnnCut bAsiCs 1

Friday, June 08 10:00 - 4:00

Instructor: Lea $95.00

After mastering working with built-in designs in ScanNCut Basics 1, you are ready to expand your skills and work with scanning your own designs and creating custom designs using ScanNCut Canvas. A kit is included.

Prerequisite: ScanNCut Basics 1

sCAnnCut bAsiCs 2

Friday, June 22 10:00 - 4:00


Get under the hood of your V8! Learn how to use the various tools. Become familiar with the new user Interface. Explore the new stitch types, fonts and features, including Color PhotoStitch, 3D Globe Effect and Couching. See all of the improvements and new option for corners, hooping, outlines, 0ffsets and more. Whether you are new to embroidery software, or upgrading to V8, you will become a confident expert, ready to create your own embroidery designs, or to tweak existing ones to look exactly the way you want them to.

Class fee is reduced if you bought your Embroidery Software 8 from My Sewing Room.

berninA v8 eMbroiDery softwAre

Tuesdays, July 24, 31 10:00 - 4:00

Instructor: George $175.00 or $50.00

Learn how to care for YOUR sewing machine, to keep it sewing beautifully. Discover the key factors to getting perfect stitching results - TNT (Thread, Needles and Tension). This is a hands-on class with your own sewing machine. All brands and models are welcome.

bAsiC MAChine CAre & tnt

Session 1

Friday, May 25 6:00 - 9:00Session 2

Tuesday, June 12 1:00 - 4:00Session 2

Friday, July 27 1:00 - 4:00Session 3

Friday, October 26 1:00 - 4:00


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Longarm and Embroidery Classes and Rentals

In this four-hour class, you will learn how to:

• load a quilt on the frame;

• operate the machine; and

• advance your quilt.

We will cover simple pantographs as well as beginning free-motion work.

This class is required to rent My Sewing Room’s longarm machines. The class fee can also be applied towards the purchase of your own frame-based Handi Quilter or BERNINA longarm machine.

lonGArM renter CertifiCAtion

Session 1



Saturday, July 14 12:30 - 4:30Session 4

Sunday, September 16 12:30 - 4:30Session 5


Instructor: My Sewing Room Longarm Staff $150.00

Ruler work on a longarm! Discover all of the things that you can do on the longarm quilting machine with a few simple rulers, like perfect circles, evenly-spaced echo patterns and really straight lines.

Pre-requisite: Longarm Renter Certification

lonGArM rulers

Session 1

Tuesday, May 22 10:00 - 1:00Session 2

Tuesday, June 12 10:00 - 1:00


Practice your free-motion skills on our exclusive fabric with help and advice from our experienced longarm staff. When completed, your practice panel can be turned into perky placemats if you desire. Class is limited to two students each two-hour period

A kit is required.

lonGArM PrACtiCe

Session 1

Tuesday, May 1510:00 - 12:00

or1:00 - 3:00

Session 2

Thursday, June 2110:00 - 12:00

or1:00 - 3:00

Session 3

Tuesday, July 2410:00 - 12:00

or1:00 - 3:00

Session 4

Thursday, September 1310:00 - 12:00

or1:00 - 3:00

Session 5

Thursday, October 1810:00 - 12:00

or1:00 - 3:00


Multi-neeDle eMbroiDery renter CertifiCAtion

Did you know that you can rent time on My Sewing Room’s multi-needle embroidery machines? Book a one-on-one training session anytime. Learn how to hoop fabrics, select designs, thread the machine and more. Then start embroidering on one of our Brother PR machines or on our BERNINA E 16.

This class is scheduled upon request. Ask our staff how you can schedule your Multi-Needle Embroidery Renter Certification.

Instructor: Debra $150.00

Two-hour minimum, pre-paid at time of booking. Includes use of a BERNINA or a Handi Quilter longarm machine, a selection of thread and pre-wound bobbins.

Completion of our Longarm Renter Certification class is required.

lonGArM rentAls

Frame-based machine: $30.00/Hour

Sit-down machine: $25.00/Hour

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Classroom Brochure - My Sewing Roommysewingroom.ca/classes/classes_sub/classes_info/classes_msr... · MY SEWING ROOM Classroom Brochure Winter/Spring 2018 Edition Hello Friends, Welcome