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Plan now for Father’s Day June 2018

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Contents Plan now for Father’s Day ...... 1 Featured Products...... 2 If you are like most people, coming up with that perfect Father’s Day gift can be a OESD ...... 2 stressful activity. This year, the Bernina We All Sew site has got you covered. Grizzly Gulch Gallery ...... 2 Check out the great handmade gift tutorials that are available from Bernina. Visiting Instructor Spotlight ...... 3 https://weallsew.com/fathers-day-sewing-projects-from-weallsew/ Fabric Painting ...... 3 Make a canvas zippered bag is perfect for organizing toiletries for travel. Madeira Tea Towel Class ...... 3 Use a waxed canvas or oilcloth, and add monogrammed initials for that Club Corner ...... 4 personalized touch if you are into embroidery. Create a custom piece of Embroidery I ...... 4 unique wall art by stretching a mini-quilt, quilt square, or piece of favorite Embroidery II ...... 4 fabric print on a canvas stretcher. A handy wallet featuring a money clip to Happy Feet...... 4 keep bills in check. Help keep his sunglasses safe with this stylish leather Upcoming classes ...... 5 glasses case. Polishing and detailing cloths are perfect for polishing any The Spring Roundup … ...... 6 vehicle no matter if it’s a classic or brand new. Do you know a dad who loves to grill the perfect burger? Make a fun Grilling Apron including free Upcoming Classes ...... 6 downloadable templates to make a juicy burger appliqué. Rope bowls can be the perfect catch-all for keys and change on top of a dresser or beside a bed. Create a simple quilted tray based on a favorite quilt square or fabrics. Turn a favorite children’s drawing into an embroidery design custom made for dad! Make a special name badge to mark dad’s drink!

3301 10th Avenue South #1 Great Falls, Montana 59405 (406) 452-7222 M – F • 10am – 6pm Sat • 10am – 5pm Sun • Closed Featured Products

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CAT-I-TUDE by Ann Lauer

The Cat-I-Tude fabrics by Ann Lauer are disappearing as fast as the Cheshire cat. It is perfect for quilting, stunning apparel projects, and home decor. Fabric choices include purple, pink, green, blue, black, white, and metallic gold details… and cats.

WHATS FOR DINNER: Easy and fun pattern for a runner and placemats. The cover images use the Cat-I-Tude panel. 10” blocks fussy cut will also work. 2 panels will make the runner and 8 placemats.

Grizzly Gulch Gallery

IRIS YOU WERE HERE: Combine the stunning Irresistible Iris Embroidery with the beautiful Irresistible Iris fabric collection for an easy and show stopping wall quilt.

FLORAL FUSION Combine Irresistible Iris Embroidery and simple piecing of fabrics from the Irresistible Iris fabric collection to make a beautiful table runner and 4 place mats.

RADIANCE--Just ONE pieced block and ONE large print block. Easy and Delightful to make. Lap, Twin, Queen and King sizes

Page 2 of 6 Visiting Instructor Spotlight

Kris Berg is:

• Originally from Lewistown, MT • Youngest of 8 • MSU – Agriculture • Started Sewing at age 5 on a treadle machine making doll clothing • Quilting is her passion • Loves heirloom techniques • Martha Pullen, Jenny Haskins and Sulky Certified Teacher • Works for USDA – Natural Resources Conservation Service for 27 years in Lewistown, Sheridan, Dillon, Glasgow, Bozeman and Boise ID. Fabric Painting Did you miss the previous opportunities to take this fascinating class taught by our visiting instructor Kristine Berg? Kris had another successful class in the Into the Heart of The Woods thread painting class. Her information and techniques inspired people to create not only delightful wall hangings, but one creative individual (looking at you Rosie!) made a useful bag to tote her small projects around in.

Madeira Tea Towel Class

A fun filled class learning about lace and Madeira applique. The tea towel that was created combines a variety of techniques that will easily transfer to other projects.

Page 3 of 6 Club Corner Embroidery I

You can still join this wonderful embroidery club! Each class with Marie is independent of the previous classes. You can take one or take them all and learn the information that will help you make your embroidery less frustrating, easier to understand and a lot more fun! The June 7th class will cover Embroidering on a towel. This information will help you out when you need to make some Monogramed wedding towels!

Embroidery II Now that you have covered the basics (and made a spiffy Beach Tote!) join the fun on June 8th to have some BathTime Fun! We will be covering some of the information previously covered in ECI, but will take it further when we cut the towels up and make hooded towels that both young and old kids will enjoy after a day at the pool.

Happy Feet Feet got you frustrated? Come learn about the many feet available and what you can do with them in this Happy Foot class. We explore the techniques available with the featured foot. In this class we work with different media to create a book that you can review for information when you are sewing. Use feet that you may not own and test drive them. Don’t forget the FOOT SALE June 7 – 18… 25% off your foot purchases. Software Inspirations This is the class you want to take to learn more about your V8 software and its newest features. Join Connie as she demystifies the digitizing process and helps you learn more about your V8 Software.

Page 4 of 6 UPCOMING CLASSES Come into the store and ask about the LEARN TO QUILT class that is being offered! This is a great time to learn a new skill from a fantastic instructor, Donna Hillstrand. July10, 17,24,31, August 7, 2018 5:30-8:30pm $75.00 plus supplies. ERGO MITT – Saturday June 9 from 2 – 6

Just in time to make for Father’s day or for your summer grilling, these easy to make ergo mitts can be made in either right or left hand styles. It fits your hand so that your thumb does not dip into the food while retrieving that hot dish from the oven or grill. The back-of- hand side is convex so your hand can slip in easily. $ 15 plus supplies.

Bag Lady – Hanalei Handbag June 15 from 12 - 5

This fat quarter friendly bag is a great way to get ready for your summer travel with the zippered front pocket, two back pockets six inside pockets and a magnetic snap closure. We will review fussy cutting for the front pocket and how to stop your bottom from sagging. $35 (includes pattern) plus supplies.

The Kristine Spool by Kimberbell June 22 from 12 - 5

The “Kristine” zipper pouch includes piecing and quilting — all in one hoop! Each has a pieced “spool” and the zipper pouch is lined and shows no raw seams or stabilizer! This in the hoop Pouch is a great way to use up scraps. What makes it even better is all supplies are included, you just bring your embroidery machine, some basic sewing supplies and some threads. The $25 price includes the embroidery pattern and the supplies!

Pickle Pie Monogram Fast Fobs June 30 from 10 – 12

Come stitch a fast and fun monogrammed key fob, scissor fob or backpack tags using some cork fabric in this Saturday morning class! Cost is $25 and it includes all supplies. You just bring your embroidery machine, some basic embroidery supplies and thread to make this fun project!

Petal Pouch June 30 from 12- 4

The Petal Pouch is a small but functional pouch. It is large enough to carry your essentials, and cute enough to brighten any outfit. This class will be Saturday afternoon. Cost is $45 and includes all supplies except for your sewing machine, thread and basic sewing supplies. Stop in and check out the sample!

Page 5 of 6 The Spring Roundup Corner

Now that spring has gone we thought that you might like to see what everyone did in the classes.

Jerrine was visiting and it is always exciting to have her in the store especially when we can get her for a WHOLE month. Here is a taste of what happened…

Edge to Edge Quilting was packed with information and excitement. Not only did people get their quilt tops made, but then they used the Edge to Edge quilting techniques to finish them. Learning how to hoop and plan for the quilting design was a major accomplishment. When she comes back in September, she will be following up with Build a Quilt on your Embroidery Machine, also by

Amelie Scott Designs.

Saturday Satchel got people creating a super-sized bag to fill with their goodies. Working with stitches was fun and easy. The sample is still in the store, come check it out!

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Page 6 of 6 M – F • 10am – 6pm Sat • 10am – 5pm Sun • Closed