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ISSUE 11 July-Sept 2015fabric embroidery kits classes

What’s inside

Special Events

Class List & Schedule

Machine News

Anita Goodesign

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PLAID QUILT79" x 90"WAS $167.99 NOW $109.99!

PENNSYLVANIA STAR73½" x 73½"$269.99

SPOOKY HOLLOW45" x 68"$99.00

GOOD TIDINGS66½" x 66½"$139.99

CHATEAU57½" x 73½"$110.00

VINTAGE FARMHOUSE670½" x 67½"$129.99

SLICE OF SUNSHINE74" x 92"$115.00

Kits

Special Events NEW EXTENDED HOURS!

NOW OPEN THURSDAY TILL 6PM

Calling all embroiderers or wanna be embroiderers! Embroidery club just keeps getting better and better! You don’t have to own an embroidery machine or bring one to our club. This is a hands-on club featuring Anita Goodesigns. A video format presentation will showcase inspiring new projects and techniques for both the new embroiderer as well as the seasoned pro. This year starts a new format You will sign up for embroidery club quarterly. Each quarter will feature a new project. You will receive a party pack each quarter with lots of different designs on it. We will be making one of the designs each month, and they will all go into a fun and exciting project. There will also be special promotions that will be different each month. Don’t miss out! Sign up on any of the dates listed below:

Cost $60 for the quarter

July 10,10a-1p & 5:30-8:30p / July 11,10a-1p / July 16, 12:30-3:30pAug 7, 10a-1p OR 5:30-8:30p / Aug 8, 10a-1p / Aug 13, 12:30-3:30pSept 11, 10a-1p OR 5:30-8:30p / Sept 12, 10a-1p / Sept 17, 12:30-3:30p

New Block of the Month

SECRETS AND SHADOWS90" x 90"12 Month - $24.99 a month12 month quilt honoring courageous women

spies from WW1 and WW2.

QUILT SAMPLER

FEATURING ANITA GOODESIGNSEmbroidery Club

QUILTSMART RETREAT

Sept 17, 18, 19 $199 includes lectureSept 17 Lecture ONLY 6p $20

Come join us for a weekend of fun with Quiltsmart! Traditionally difficult patterns—Lone Star, Mariner’s Compass, Double Wedding Ring—are now easy quick and accurate using these innovative techniques. We will begin the fun Thursday

evening with a trunk show of some of the amazing projects that can be done using this. During

the workshop you can work on your favorite Quiltsmart project, and watch demos of other classic projects as well. Demos for the quick and fun Quiltsmart bags are also included! The workshop

fee of $199 includes lunch, snacks, and a few surprises throughout the weekend as well as free entry into the lecture on Thursday night. You won’t want to miss the fun!

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SUNDANCE$99Aug 11, Sept 8, Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 8, Jan 12, Feb TBA/ 1-4p OR Aug 10, Sept 21, Oct 19, Nov 9, Dec 21, Jan 11, Feb TBA/ 6-9pThis Amanda Murphy design combines piecing, appliqué,

dresden plates and embroidery to create a unique and interesting quilt that you will enjoy making. We will step thru each part in a 7 month class, each month learning new and exciting techniques. If you don’t have an embroidery machine you may rent one in the store for only $20!

Special Events

New Block of the Month

SEW DAYLast Tuesday of every month 10a-4pWould you like to have a place to sew where you could be

with friends, or make new friends?Where you would have space to sew or even baste a quilt?

We have our classroom available the last Tuesday of every month, 10a-4p, and will be happy to help you with any questions or projects you need assistance with. Can't wait to see you!

ROW BY ROW 2015June 21-Sept 8Make your plans now to participate in Row by Row H2O 2015!

Shops in all 50 States and even many in Canada are getting ready for this year’s Row by Row Experience. Simply visit any of the participating shops and receive a free pattern for a row in a quilt. Shops may also have fabric kits available to purchase. Combine your rows in any way to create a unique quilt that represents the fun you had traveling throughout the summer. Create a quilt using at least 8 different rows and be the first to bring it into a participating shop to win a stack of 25 fat quarters (6¼ yards of fabric!). Use that shop’s row in your quilt and win a bonus prize!

July 25Beat the Heat!Come

and Join us for a festive sewing day. We will have 3 make and take projects, you can sign up for 1 or all 3.

EssentialsQuiltwith Tim Prowse

We are so excited to have Tim Prowse from Wilmington Prints and South Seas Imports, in for a fun, entertaining and educating lecture filled with lots of quilts. Tim’s “WP Quilts in a Trunk” will explain how fabric gets to the shops as well as talk about wide backs and the different uses for them. We will have special pricing on kits and all Wilmington and South Seas fabrics. Finally you will get to be buyer for the day and preview all upcoming lines from the 2 companies! Wrap all this up with some free fabric and project sheets to take home and some door prizes.This event is FREE, but we

need to know how many to expect, so please call and sign up!

Sept 9th 1-2:30p or 5:30-7p

Apron 10-11:30a $25.00Tree Napkin 12:30-1:30p $14.75Table Runner 1:30-3:00p $22.75Class fee includes kit (pattern, fabric & thread) to make the project.

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Machine News

SUE IS SHOWING MELANIE ALL OF THE AMAZING FEATURES ON THE BROTHER DREAM MACHINE!

DESHA AND DEB ARE HAVING FUN ON THE HANDIQUILTER!

THE NEW BERNINA Q20 SITDOWN

QUILTING MACHINE IS HERE!"

SPECIAL BROTHER OFFERS!JULY 9 TO JULY 19, 2015$300 BROTHER VISA® PREPAID CARD PLUS $300 DEALER DISCOUNT on PR-Series:

• ENTREPRENEUR® PRO PR1000E• ENTREPRENEUR® PR655

$200 BROTHER VISA® PREPAID CARD PLUS $200 DEALER DISCOUNT on ALL V-Series models:

• DREAMWEAVER™ XE INNOV-IS VM6200D• DREAMCREATOR™ XE INNOV-IS VM5100• DREAMMAKER™ XE INNOV-IS VE2200• DREAMWEAVER™ INNOV-IS VQ3000• DREAMCREATOR™ INNOV-IS VQ2400

"I LOVE THE NEW BERNINA LONGARM!" - CRISTEN

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Class ListClass Policy-The entire class fee is due at the time you register. If you must cancel a

class registration, you must notify us no later than one (1) week prior to the class date. NO EXCEPTIONS.-Class minimum is three (3) and the maximum is twelve (12), except

where noted.-If the class does not fill, or if we cancel the class, you will receive a full

refund or store credit, your choice.-Supplies are needed for almost all classes. The class fee covers instruction

only. You are responsible for picking up your supply list and coming prepared to class. Please have your supplies and fabric before the day of class so that you are prepared for the class to begin.-Copyright law requires that each student purchase his or her own pattern

required for the class. NO EXCEPTIONS.-You are welcome to use one of our shop machines during class. Please let

us know when you register and plan to come to class a few minutes early so that you can become familiar with the machine. There is a $2 bobbin fee and we ask you to supply your needles.

-Please do not bring children or visitors to class.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICYWe never know about this crazy Oklahoma weather—sometimes it is icy

and snowy in the morning and clear and beautiful by noon. For morning classes, if Tulsa Public Schools are closed, we will reschedule our classes. For afternoon and evening classes, give us a call before you come.

Beginner Classes QUILTING 101 - Debbie Taylor$60 Day July 6,13,20,27 OR Sept. 2,9,16,23 OR Oct. 7,14,21,28 / 9a-12pEvening – July 2,9,16,23 OR Sept. 2,9,16,23 OR Oct. 8,15,22,29 / 6-9pThis is a complete 4 class course of quilt

making. We will be taking you through the process of quilt making in this four week series. You will learn to do everything from rotary cutting to binding the quilt in this beginning quilt class. Book required.

QUILTING 102 - Cathy Maddox$50July 13,20,27/ 1-4p.m. OR Aug. 17,24,31/ 5:30-8:30pNow that you’ve successfully completed your

beginning project, you’ll be anxious to start your next quilt. This fun 3 class course design will introduce you to 9 Patches, Half-square triangles, and much more! This three week class will take you through the next steps in your quilting journey

BEGINNING MACHINE APPLIQUÉ - Lana Capps$21July 8, 9a-12p OR Aug. 1, 9a-12p OR Sept. 10, 9a-12p OR Oct. 6, 9a-12pDo you love appliqué, but don’t want to do

it by hand? In this class you will learn different techniques for machine appliqué stems, leaves and flowers. Are there really appliqué stitches on your machine? You will learn the most common ones and some unexpected ones. Come join us and learn how easy and fun machine appliqué can be.

BEGINNING MACHINE QUILTING - Lana Capps$21July 22, 9a-12p OR Aug 18, 9a-12p OR Sept 14, 9a-12p OR Oct 23, 9a-12pLearn the basics of machine quilting on your home sewing machine.

Techniques include stitch in the ditch, free motion stippling and simple free motion quilting designs for block or borders.

SIMPLE WAYS TO FINISH STRONG - Maria Gee$14 Aug 25, 6-8pThe top is made but it’s been sitting in your closet for months. It’s calling

you to finish it but you have questions…like, how do I sandwich it? How do I quilt it? Do I need straight grain or bias binding? What is Bias Binding??? Don’t let that UFO haunt you any longer! Come to this fun class where we will show you some simple techniques to get that quilt finished. Learn several methods to bind your quilt, including how to make and attach bias binding to quilts with curved edges. This class is demonstration based with some hands on practice, and is a great class for anyone who wants to learn how to perfect their binding. Take home materials with LOTS of pictures!

Project & Technique Classes

BACK BASTING APPLIQUE - Arlyn Rippy$21July 14, 1-4pA quick, easy way to produce beautiful hand

applique results. This method eliminates the need for templates, freezer paper, and messy glue. Fabric selection, designing, and embellishing will be taught. The class is for beginners as well as experienced quilters who want to learn a new method of applique.

CIRCLE DENIM RAG QUILT - Maria Gee$21 July 22, 6-9p Are you looking for a way to recycle old or outgrown blue jeans? Then

join us in this class to learn a technique that gives new life to old fabric! This easy and fun quilt-as-you-go project will transform your old denim into a quilt with a beautiful “cathedral window” effect. Pattern required.

FLUTTERBY - Maria Gee$21 Sept 15, 6-9pIf you’re a Jen Kingwell fan, don’t miss this opportunity to make this striking

yet simple quilt from her latest book, “quilt lovely.” The quilt consists of a unique arrangement of squares and half-square rectangles – yes, rectangles! Won’t that be fun to learn? Book required.

INTRO TO CURVED PIECING - Maria Gee$21Aug 3, 6-9pDon't let curved seams intimidate you! This class

will teach you how to cut and sew curves while we make a simple modern table runner. Ruler with pattern required.

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JELLY ROLL STRIP QUILT - Debbie Taylor$21July 28, 5:30-8:30pJust two Jelly Rolls are allyou need to make this

Quick and Easy quilt as you go project. You can choose to add batting between the strips to make it cozy or leave it out for a summer-weight topper. Either way this one is a great way to feature those beautiful jelly roll strips!

LAP QUILTING- Arlyn Rippy$28Aug 15 & 22, 1-3pThis is a beginners class that teaches the basics of lap quilting using a hoop.

The sidehand stitch method is used that creates less stress on the hand and fingers. Lap quilting can be relaxing and therapeutic while creating heirloom quality quilts. This is a 2 part class.

LOTUS QUILT - Nadja Seabolt$21Sept 25, 6-9pAnother fun design from Jaybird Quilts using

the Hex N More Ruler. Sizes range from Baby to King. Pattern and ruler required.

MINI TUFFET PINCUSHION - Debbie Taylor $21 - Kit $18 July 31, 5:30-8:30p Not even Little Miss Muffet could sit on

this tuffet. Come make this cute pincushion using your own fabric, button and feet. Kit is required. Includes everything else you need to make this project

PILLOWCASE PARTY - Debbie Taylor$21Sept 29, 5:30-8:30p Come let Debbie (our pillow case Queen!)

show you how to make a pillow case "Burrito-Style". In this class we will go over basic pillow case construction, as well as trims and embellishments. Add Prairie points or even a monogram---your imagination is the limit! Pattern Required.

PRINCESS BELLA DRESS - Carrie Yount$21July 31, 9a-12pLearn to sew this adorable dress with some easy

to learn techniques. Select 2 coordinating fabric, rotary cut the pieces, and sew!

T-SHIRT QUILT - Glennis Cove$42July 7 & 21, 9a-12p OR Sept 10 & 24, 1-4pYou asked for it; you got it! Come let Glennis

show you how to turn all those t-shirts you’ve been collecting into an heirloom. Glennis will cover fabric preparation, interfacing, block arrangement, and assembly. These are always cherished memory quilts. This is also a great gift to give. Pattern required.

TUFFET - Cristen Jones$42Aug 4 & 18, 5:30-8:30p (Pt.2 1-4p OR 5:30-8:30p) OR Sept 1 & 22, 1-4p (Pt. 2 is 10a-1p OR 1-4p )Make a Tuffet from start to finish using a fabric

foundation piecing method. The first class we will piece our outer tuffet and the second class we will do the construction. Choose your own fabric to put by your favorite comfy chair! Kit includes all your supplies except for your fabric and the feet you choose. Kit & Pattern Required.

Long Arm Classes

BEGINNING LONG ARM - Lisa Despain$28 (Kit Fee $5)July 18, 10a-2p OR Sept 26, 10a-2pThis class is for new owners of longarm machines, or for quilters who

are thinking about purchasing a longarm. Learn the basics of machine maintenance thread and needle choices, loading the quilt, and tips for finding perfect tension (the most critical skill in machine quilting). Get your relationship off to the right start with your new machine, and you’ll enjoy years of happy quilting!

ADVANCED LONG ARM - Lisa DeSpain$28 (Kit Fee $5)Aug 29, 10a-2p Go beyond the basics and flex your creative quilting muscles! Learn

beautiful freehand feathers, and how to use them as fillers for borders and blocks. Master stitch in the ditch without tears and learn how to set in blocks. We’ll also discuss templates and how to use them. Learn how to attach binding while the quilt is still on the machine – a huge time-saver! Bring or purchase the day of the class: a pincushion for your wrist, pins, and curved scissors that you can attach to your shirt.

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Class ListPhoto Transfer Classes

PHOTOS TO FABRIC - Lana Capps$14Sept 26, 10a-12pWould you like to print your favorite photos onto fabric but you're not

sure how to do it? This class will answer your questions. You will learn about printers, ink, software, photo fabric and more.

Machine Embroidery Classes

LET'S GO CAMPING - Janet Martin$28 Aug 22, 9a-1pCamping is usually in tents and always intense, but with these cute

camping themed designs you get the beauty of the outdoors without the bugs and dirt. These designs use a combination of folded fabric, applique. and embroidery to create adorable scenes. Embroidery machine and CD required for the class.

Software Classes

PFAFF 6-D SOFTWARE - Bill McConnell$50-Free if purchased from Quilt Sampler.July 7, 11a-2p OR Sept 8, 10a-1p Come to get just a taste of what you can achieve using this versatile

program.

6-D #2 SOFTWARE - Bill McConnellJuly 21, 11a-2p OR Sept 15, 11a-2pTake the next step in creativity! Learn to create your own embroidery

creations with breath-taking results.

BASIC WINDOWS FOR EMBROIDERY- Bill McConnell$14Aug 15, 11a-1p This very informative class will give you the knowledge and confidence

you need to begin mastering the essentials of computer knowledge as it pertains to your embroidery machine. This class will cover the following: how to make folders on your computer, install your embroidery designs, unzip design files, transfer designs from a CD or other type of media to a USB stick, and make a backup copy of your designs.

BROTHER PE NEXT- Bill Mcconnell$50-FREE IF PURCHASED AT QUILT SAMPLER. July 25, 11a-1pThis very informative class will give you the knowledge and confidence

you need to begin using your Brother software. Learn the icons and the different elements of this wonderful program.

Machine ClassesOne of the many benefits of purchasing your sewing equipment from

The Quilt Sampler is the opportunity to take mastery classes FREE to those customers who make their purchase from us. We take a great deal of pride in having a knowledgeable staff to lead you to success with your new machine.

BERNINA BASIC / 3&5 SERIES MACHINESSept 21, 10a-12p

BERNINA MASTERY / 7&8 SERIES MACHINES - Kim ThomasJuly 23, 9a-4pThis Mastery Class is for owners of the BERNINA 710, 740, 750, 770,

780, 790, 820, 830, and 880 machines Kim will cover all the basics from maintenance, standard sewing, and customizing these great machines to your type of sewing preferences. Machine quilting with the BERNINA Stitch Regulator and embroidery will also be covered. It’s a full and fun day of learning about your BERNINA machine. Bring a sack lunch or lunch money. Please bring all of your machine accessories to class. Supply list. Kit fee.

BERNINA MASTERY / 3&5 SERIES MACHINES - Kim ThomasAug 4, 10a-2pThis Mastery Class is for owners of the BERNINA 330, 350, 380, 530,

550, 560, 580, and Deco machines. Kim will cover basic maintenance, standard dewing, and machine quilting with the BERNINA Stitch Regulator (if applicable). Machine embroidery will also be covered for machines that have this ability during the last two hours of class time. Have fun learning about your BERNINA machine! Please bring all of your machine accessories to class. Supply list. Kit fee.

BROTHER BASICSJuly 8, 2-4p OR Aug 5, 5:30-8:30 OR Sept 2, 1-3pThis class will walk you through general sewing and basic maintenance

on your new Brother machine. We will discuss thread, needles, feet, and other accessories that will help make your project a success.

BROTHER EMBROIDERY BASICS July 29, 5:30-7:30p OR Aug 26, 10a-12p OR Sept 14, 5:30-7:30pIn this class you will learn to select, manipulate and embroider a design

on your Brother embroidery machine. We will discuss stabilizer, thread, and needles. This class is for all Brother embroidery machines.

PFAFF BASICS - Glennis CoveJuly 6, 1-3p OR Aug 5, 1-3p OR Sept 16, 1-3pThis class is for all Pfaff machines. From threading to stitch selection,

you will learn the basic functions of your new Pfaff. We will cover needles, thread choices and stitch samples with a variety of feet. Kit required $5.

PFAFF EMBROIDERY BASICS - Glennis CoveJuly 22, 1-3p OR Aug 12, 1-3p OR Sept 4, 1-3pIn this class you will learn to call up and embroider a design on your Pfaff

embroidery machine. We will discuss stabilizer, thread, and needles. This class is for all Pfaff embroidery machines.

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Quilt Sampler Inc

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6024 South Sheridan

Tulsa , OK 74145

Phone: 918-493-3388

Fax: 918-493-3387

1802 A South Glenstone Ave

Springfield , Missouri 65804

Phone: 417-886-5750

Fax: 417-886-1194

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