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OPENS 10:00 AM THURSDAY - SATURDAY.
Cancellation/Exchange Policy: Absolutely NO refunds will be
made for admission or class tickets—NO exceptions. However, a seminar ticket can
be exchanged at the show if your class is not sold out and has not occurred.
Lost or forgotten tickets cannot be replaced or refunded. If you are unable to
attend, please give your tickets as a gift to a friend.
*Your Admission ticket is required before entering classes. However, it
is NOT required to attend the Wednesday pre-expo workshops.
* Kit Fees are payable to the instructor in classroom, while Class Fees are paid
in advance when you register.
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Admission Ticket - $ 9.00 - Good for all 3 Days
Please note: Wednesday's Workshops do not require an Admission Ticket
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Digitizing is my passion. I digitize appliqué designs to be stitched
out in the hoop. My designs are based on well-known Hand Appliqué artists such
as Darcy Ashton, Pat Campbell and J. Michelle Watts.
I work with each artist, under contract, to ensure their designs are captured by
my interpretations, as I transform their hand appliqué designs to “Appliqué in
the Hoop”.
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3:30 pm
- 4:30 pm
$8 - #SF-50
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EMBROIDERY MACHINE Multiple Hoop Alignment for Large Designs
Do you shy away from large embroidery designs, because you dread rehooping? Let
me show you how easy it can be! At the completion of this seminar, you will have
the confidence to rehoop an 18" design, using a 200 by 260 hoop.
We will discuss the best types of stabilizers to use for rehooping projects. You
will be shown two different techniques for utilizing registration points, which
will make you’re rehooping extremely accurate.
Your design doesn't have registration points? Not a problem. New embroidery
machines that support at least an 8 inch hoop have built in registration points.
I will show you where to find them and how to use them.
Last, we will play with the endless embroidery hoop. Have you bought one, with
great plans for making borders, but are a little apprehensive to try? This
seminar will leave you wanting to rush home to start a border project!
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Sonja Bezuidenhout has had a passion for sewing from a very young age and her
first sewing machine was a prize won in a local competition. Born in South
Africa, she first pursued a Nursing career, but then sought a change in
direction and qualified as a Computer Programmer.
With the arrival of her
first of three girls, she decided to follow her passion and became a Dressmaker
and later established a Sewing School in the Limpopo Province of South Africa.
She was introduced to the Lutterloh Pattern Making System in 1993 and was so
impressed with the beautiful fit, cut and style of the outfits created using the
system; she began teaching her students using Lutterloh patterns.
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WORKSHOP
9:00 am
- 12:30 pm
$46 - #WF-50
LIMIT 12 STUDENTS
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Trousers Designing with the Lutterloh Pattern Making System
Skill Level: All
 You will draft a simple trouser pattern from the Lutterloh Pattern collection
(our Master Pattern) and apply some simple design changes. Sonja will show you
how to change the waists (hipsters, contoured, elasticized, waistbands &
ribbing).
Then go on to changing the widths of the legs (bootleg, wide,
narrow) and to more advanced changes (inserting zips, pockets, embroidery etc.)
No pattern making experience necessary and Sonja will fit you individually.
Sewing instructions and handy tips on a CD will also be provided
 Kit fee: $20 paid to the teacher in the classroom
Kits
include, Drafting paper, Lutterloh Patterns needed for the workshop, CD with
class contents and notes and cardboard rulers.
Bring to class:
Paper scissors and reading glasses
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WORKSHOP
1:00 pm
- 4:30 pm
$46 - #WF-61
LIMIT 12 STUDENTS
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Blouse Designing with the Lutterloh Pattern Making System
Skill Level: All
 Blouses....the
most essential and versatile part of your wardrobe. Sonja will assist you to
draft a plain Blouse pattern from the Lutterloh Pattern collection.
Getting the fit and dart positions correct. She will also show you to move the
dart to different positions to achieve a complete different look.
Then we will move on to changing the collar and necklines and also
make it a fitted princess-line.
Full instructions to sew your Blouse and
handy tips on a CD will also be provided.
Kit fee: $20 paid to the teacher in the classroom
Kits
include, Drafting paper, Lutterloh Patterns needed for the workshop, CD with
class contents and notes and cardboard rulers.
Bring to class:
Paper scissors and reading glasses
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Gail is an innovator, author, lecturer, designer and teacher both nationally and
internationally. For 35 years Gail has specialized in the art of IGOLOCHKOY™
(Russian Punchneedle embroidery) and has the largest collection in the world of
punchneedle works, including many famous wearable and quilt artists.
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WORKSHOP
9:00 am
- 12:00 pm
$35 - #WF-54
LIMIT 15 STUDENTS
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Locker Hooking Mug Rug
All levels – ages 12 (with an adult) and up
 A crochet hoop with an eye
and the cotton canvas used long ago in latch hooking are a must when using
fabric strips, yarn or plastic bags to Locker Hook. We will use fabric strips in
this small project.
The History of this technique dates back in time to
England/Australia. Fabric strips vary in width depending on the type of fabric.
The “lock” part comes from using string (cheapest) in the eye of the needle to
lock the fabric loops so the piece keeps its shape and can be washed. Rugs,
table runners, place mats, trivets, wall hangings and pillows can be made with
fabric strips.
We will be making a “scrappy” mug rug. Finishing the edge,
joining fabric strips, adding more yarn and learning the easy hook stitch which
is NOT crocheted will be taught. This small project can usually be finished in
class.
Kit: $20 paid to the teacher in the classroom.
Kit includes
prepared canvas, tool, pre-cut fabric strips, string and instructions.
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Carol Bledsoe began sewing at an early age. She made mostly clothing and home
dec items until she started quilting in 1992. She started taking quilting
classes in 1995. From that point on she was hooked. Her mentor is her mom who is
an avid quilter. She taught Carol that it’s OK to think outside the box.
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2:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
$8 - #SF-44
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RedWork Made Sew EZ
RedWork has been around
for centuries.
Whether you’ve been embroidering for years, are new to stitching
or are just thinking about it, you will gain something from this class.
Join
Carol Bledsoe as she shows you how different techniques, new products and modern
technology make stitching “Sew EZ”.
The possibilities are endless.
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Carol is an accredited Jenny Haskins Tutor.
She enjoys all aspects of
sewing and embroidery and sharing her passion with others. Her education
includes a MS from SUNY-Binghamton.
Carol has won awards for creative use of
embroidery software and Rising Star Award. www.sew-ciety.com
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9:00 am
- 10:00 am
$8 - #SF-33
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All things New from Husqvarna Viking and Pfaff
Check out the newest
accessories for your Viking or Pfaff sewing and embroidery machines.
See the
newest hoops, Mega Endless and Grand Endless, Petite Hoop, new feet, including Mult-Line Directional and the
new circular attachment.
Carol will demonstrate the uses of each with her
humorous, informal style.
Prepare to be amazed. Oh, you might want one of each
also!
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Paula has developed an International reputation for her love of
sewing, quilting and embroidery. Paula started her passion for all aspects of
sewing as a young girl growing up in Kentucky. She began teaching others the art
of embroidery in 1999 while working with Lords Sewing Centre in Lancashire,
England.
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2:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
$8 - #SF-45
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Simon’s Applique Magic
RNK Distributing is the
Exclusive Distributor of Simon’s new design collection; Simon’s Applique Magic
which is a Reverse Applique, Double Sided Quilt.
This technique is addictive!
Not only is the quilt wonderful but think of how many projects you can come up
using this technique.
Paula will show you how easy this technique is with
projects you can make too!
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Pam Clarke has been quilting since the late 1960's and
sewing for 46 years. She lives in Spokane WA and grew up
in Sacramento CA. Pam has been machine quilting and
teaching machine quilting, piecing and appliqué classes
since 1988. She is the owner of Homes Stitches a
professional machine quilting business that was started
in 1988.
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WORKSHOP
9:00 am -
12:00 pm
$60 - #WF-53
LIMIT 24 STUDENTS
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Applique on the Longarm
All Levels - Techniques taught in this class can also be used on your home
free motion sewing machine as well as longarm
Learn 3 fun applique techniques along
with background designs to compliment your applique to use in a small
wall-hanging.
Herky Jerky, free-hand blanket-stitch and ragged applique provided
in a kit.
Kit fee: $7.00 paid to the teacher in the classroom.
Bring to class: fabric scissor and paper scissors.
* INNOVA Longarm Quilting Machines sponsor
by Hunter Heirloom Quilting
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SEMI / HANDS-ON WORKSHOP & LECTURE
1:30 pm -
4:30 pm
$60 - #WF-63
LIMIT 30 STUDENTS
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Quilt as Desired
All Levels - Techniques taught in this class can also be used on your home
free motion sewing machine as well as longarm
 Pam Clarke a long-arm quilter for 17 years shares her knowledge on
how to read a quilt and know what designs will work best for different types of
quilts.
This is a hands-on class, those students who wish to participate
in this can bring a quilt top to class and will be given a number for that quilt
and Pam will discuss as many quilts as time permits. No quilt to bring to class,
no problem! Any and all quilters will learn and gain valuable information that
will give them the confidence to tackle any quilt.
Dealing with problem
quilts, wavy borders, pouchy or plump blocks, poor piecing or just a difficult
quilt will be discussed. Problem quilts are welcomed in this class.
Discover secrets on how to enhance any quilt with choosing the correct design
from background quilting to negative blocks, when to do ditch quilting, all over
designs or custom quilting.
Kit fee: $7.00 paid to the teacher in the
classroom.
Bring to class: fine dry erase pens and pencil for notes. A
quilt top to class and will be given a number for that quilt and Pam will
discuss as many quilts as time permits. No quilt to bring to class, no problem!
Any and all quilters will learn and gain valuable information that will give
them the confidence to tackle any quilt.
* INNOVA Longarm Quilting Machines sponsor by Hunter Heirloom Quilting
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Maddie Bushman is a bi-lingual international educator. She teaches embroidery
for the beginner/intermediate, Digitizing, Quilting, home decor and crafts.
Several of her projects are featured on the internet. She has also been a
television guest several times on the Kaye Wood Show (Kaye’s Quilting Friends)
and Quilt Central TV.
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WORKSHOP
9:00 am
-12:00 pm
$35 - #WF-51
includes complete kit
LIMIT 10 STUDENTS
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Embroidered Placemat Purse: JANOME Test Drive
All Levels
 This Placemat Purse is a fun and
easy way to learn about the many new features of the Memory Craft 12000 and the
Memory Craft 9900. Experience how easy it is to navigate the many different
designs in the built in embroidery.
This project also features many of the edit
functions available such as sizing, color editing, rotating and preferred hoop
selection. In addition see how beautifully they stitch the new 9mm decorative
stitches.
 For an added bonus you will modify a button hole to accommodate those
popular large buttons. Class Fee applied to purchase of machine.
Included in Kit:
1 Placemat
2 yards of neutral color ¼”- ½” cord
Variegated thread – cotton or polyester
12” Tear away Stabilizer
Spray
adhesive or washable glue stick
Bring to class: basic sewing supplies
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WORKSHOP
1:30 pm
-4:30 pm
$35 - #WF-62
includes complete kit
LIMIT 10 STUDENTS
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Embroidered Placemat Purse: JANOME Test Drive
All Levels
This Placemat Purse is a fun and
easy way to learn about the many new features of the Memory Craft 12000 and the
Memory Craft 9900. Experience how easy it is to navigate the many different
designs in the built in embroidery.
This project also features many of the edit
functions available such as sizing, color editing, rotating and preferred hoop
selection. In addition see how beautifully they stitch the new 9mm decorative
stitches.
For an added bonus you will modify a button hole to accommodate those
popular large buttons. Class Fee applied to purchase of machine.
Included in Kit:
1 Placemat
2 yards of neutral color ¼”- ½” cord
Variegated thread – cotton or polyester
12” Tear away Stabilizer
Spray
adhesive or washable glue stick
Bring to class: basic sewing supplies
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With a vast store of self taught ribbon techniques and access to ribbons from
France and Japan, Helen's incredible talents in ribbonwork are evident
throughout the pages of her books—The Secrets of Fashioning Ribbon Flowers,
Heirloom Ribbonwork, Ribbonwork The Complete Guide, Elegant Ribbonwork and her
DVD titled Beginners Guide to Ribbonwork.
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WORKSHOP
1:00 pm
- 3:00 pm
$24 - #WF-60
LIMIT 25 STUDENTS
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Christmas Ornament/Gift Tag
 You'll learn to make one cute gift tag (or ornament) using
fabric prints, lace, ribbons and pre-made ribbon flowers. You'll have a choice
of several designs.
The kit includes fabric print, seed beads, batting,
cardstock, lace, ribbons, trims and 3 pre-made ribbon flowers, and detailed
instructions.
Use of needles and thread included in price. Come play with us!
Kit fee: $15 paid to the teacher in the classroom
Bring to class:
scissors, tape measure (or ruler), tacky glue
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Darlene Miller teacher, author and designer, has revolutionized the lives of
countless women by redefining the standards for choosing garment styles. Her
book, Your Shape, Your Clothes and You - Secrets of a Successful Wardrobe,
teaches women how to dress based on their triangle, square, circle or oval body
shape. Her unique concept fostered the development of a line of basic patterns
for each of the shapes.
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9:00 am
- 10:00 am
$8 - #SF-32
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It's FREE Motion Stitching for Wearable Art
No lines to follow,
no guesswork for which stitches to use.
Learn the tips to stitch like the pros
to add panache’ to your garments and quilts. Enhance a section, embellish a
contour or create an overall design all done with the machine you have.
We
discuss fabric, battings and thread for your masterpiece. Surprise yourself as
you learn a new skill.
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11:00 am
- 12:00 pm
$8 - #SF-38
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Designer Pants Designed by You!
Learn how to design pants that fit - Guaranteed!
It's all about
shape - your body shape and matching the design lines of the pattern to your
body - all with only one measurement needed.
And, your pants will fit with three
fittings. With an understanding of the body shape concept you will have a
wardrobe of your favorite pants.
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Mike is President of Soft Scrap® ... and morellc. His professional career has
been spent in film, television, and still production. The age of digital still
photography re-kindled his interest in still photography and the things that you
can do in the camera and in the photo lab.
The big difference today is the photo lab is no longer a dark smelly room, but a
computer monitor and photo editing tools. Mike handles the photo editing side of
Soft Scrap® ... and morellc as well as the instructional design and layout of
the design booklets and technique booklets.
mike@softscrap.com
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3:30 pm
- 4:30 pm
$8 - #SF-49
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Photos on Fabric: Use Microsoft Word to Layout Photos, Create Labels and Tell Your Stories
Learn how to bring your photos into your computer and position them on a page
for printing using Microsoft word. Explore making labels using word, adding
photos, drawings, clip art and colored backgrounds.
Also explore adding a key or
a legend to the back of your photo quilts to document a person, place or event
or just "tell a story" - Go beyond the label.
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Connie is a teacher and designer who lives in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho.
Her pattern company for 21 years, Sew Wonderful Dreams, specializes in paper
piecing and appliqué patterns.
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9:00 am -
10:00 am
$8 - #SF-31
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Warning ~ Possible Addiction!
If you knew a way to
piece fabric that was perfectly accurate, easy and relatively quick, you might
become addicted to the process and to the wonderful results you can achieve.
Paper piecing is just the process! Just a beginner? No problem ~ it's the
pattern that has the perfection, not the sewer. If you can thread your machine,
count in numerical order and stitch on a printed line ~ addiction may occur but
you will love it!
Skeptics welcome!
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11:00 am -
12:00 pm
$8 - #SF-37
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Can Fusible Appliqué Really be That Easy?
Trouble with appliqué?
When to prewash, what kind of fusible, what
prevents the "stick" from "sticking", how to enlarge or reduce patterns, how to
finish the edge of the appliqué, any special iron, any helpful hints?
All of
these questions and more answered in class, in your handout and in your free
take home pattern.
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2:00 pm -
3:00 pm
$8 - #SF-43
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Get to the Finish line!
So...you have finished your quilt, potholder, table
runner or placemat but it is still sitting...unfinished?
Is the thought of
binding putting you in a bind? Help is on the way ~ strip binding, bias binding,
prairie points, ruffles and more will give you confidence to get the job done.
We will have a handout and hands-on project in class.
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During her 29 years as owner of Needle Nook Fabrics in Wichita, KS, Anne St
Clair has had the opportunity to help thousands find comfort and success in
garment and lingerie sewing.
Specializing in knits, lingerie and stretch
wovens and has developed and taught a variety of construction techniques. This
led her to address a crucial need among women.
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WORKSHOP
9:00 am -
10:30 am
$18 - #WF-52
LIMIT 20 STUDENTS
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 The Frugal Seamstress
Frugal Anne has taken a plain T-Shirt pattern and
come up with eight different necklines that will create a complete wardrobe of
tops fit for leisure, business or an evening out!!!
Kit fee: $12. Paid
to the teacher in the classroom
Bring to class: writing instruments…pens
or pencils no scissors.
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Melissa Stramel is a crafty mother of three children. She and her husband live
on a farm in northwest Kansas. Melissa has created a pattern company called
Lilac Lane. Her company’s theme is “Make Life Beautiful.”
Melissa’s
designs have been featured in several magazines and she has been a guest on It's
Sew Easy on PBS. Visit her website at www.lilaclanepatterns.com
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WORKSHOP
1:00 pm -
4:00 am
$35 - #WF-64
LIMIT 20 STUDENTS
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How Does Your Garden Grow Quilt
 A fun class with very easy piecing! The
entire quilt can be made in a weekend. Get a good start by making 6 of the 16
blocks during this class.
Bring to class:
Sewing machine with a 1/4"
piecing foot.
Basic sewing supplies, rotary cutter and ruler that will cut
across the width of the fabric.
1/4 yard of the 9 fabrics (8 different
contrasting fabrics and 2 5/8 yard of a 9th print which includes enough for the
border).
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