Exquisite Sewing Centre

3739-99 Street

Edmonton, Alberta

437-7866 1-800-667-8915

Winter Newsletter 2008

 

Dear friends of Exquisite Sewing Centre,

As the year of 2007 draws to a close and we get ready for 2008, I would like to thank you, our customers, for your support over the last 19 years.

To start off the New Year we are trying something a little different with our newsletter.  We will not be mailing out our newsletter but will be posting it on our website.  Please feel free to print it off the site to take advantage of the coupons, or to pass it on to a friend that does not have access to the internet.

Another change is our open house.  This winter we will not be having an open house but are planning to have a 3 Day Sale on January 24, 25 and 26.  Come in during this sale and take advantage of the in-store specials.

The last change is our store hours.  As of January 1st our hours will be changing.  Due to staff and customer safety, we will be closing at 5:30 pm and will no longer be open on Thursday evenings.  Please take note that we are open on Saturdays from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm for customers that work Monday to Fridays or if you should need to pick up or drop off a machine please call and we can make arrangements as we are here teaching classes late a few nights a week.

STORE HOURS
Monday - Thursday  9:30 - 5:30
Friday 9:30 - 5:00
Saturday 9:30 - 5:00
Closed Sundays and Holidays

For customers who purchased or received a new sewing machine or serger last fall or for Christmas, please call the store to book your classes as some tend to fill up quickly as spots are limited.
 

Thank you,
Cathy McClean
Owner of Exquisite Sewing Centre 

CLASS REGISTRATION

  1. Phone registrations are accepted with VISA and MASTERCARD.
  2. Supply lists for classes are available upon registration.
  3. All patterns and notions must be purchased at Exquisite Sewing Centre in order to ensure a quality finished product. You will receive a 10% discount on class notions.
  4. We reserve the right to cancel any class due to inadequate enrollment. In the event that a class is cancelled, registrants will receive a full refund.
  5. Customer requests for refunds must be made at least one week prior to class.
  6. Class fees do not include GST.
  7. Loaner machines are available for classes, if requested in advance.
  8. All evening classes start at 6:30 p.m. The doors will be unlocked at 6:15 and locked again at 6:45 for security reasons.

* Sewing machines or sergers brought to class MUST be in good working condition for all classes.

What’s new and exciting for the winter?

Pfaff is proud to introduce it’s S.O.S. Program


This is your lifeline to Pfaff Embroidery Software Solutions.  As a Pfaff S.O.S. member, you will have access to Pfaff’s trained support team and information that will help you take your embroidery to a whole new level.  Enjoy all the benefits that come with your Pfaff S.O.S. membership.
 

  1. Knowledgeable service from Pfaff’s Trained Team
  2. Toll free phone and Email support
  3. Advanced support which includes allowing Pfaff’s support team to remote connect to your computer to troubleshoot over the internet
  4. Exclusive Email updates and monthly newsletters featuring helpful tips, projects, system information and more
  5. Exclusive online education events
  6. Members only special offers

Please stop by the store for more information on this worthwhile program.

My Embroideries

Now you can shop from the comfort of your own home, 24/7.  With Pfaff’s new My Embroideries site you can browse and shop over the internet for the newest and latest in embroidery designs from such companies as Pfaff, Singer, Husqvarna, Cactus Punch and more.  To take advantage of the convenient features go to www.myembroideries.com and log in using Exquisite Sewing Centre as your dealer.  The designs can be instantly purchased right over the internet so you can shop and sew even during those midnight hours.  For further information just ask one of our staff members. 

New At Exquisite Sewing Centre

Guest Instructors
Cathy Badry & Kerrin Brooks
 Specializing in the Pfaff 4D Software

Cathy Badry (Free Lance Educator)
4D Embroidery Fun-Damentals

4D Embroidery is a very powerful yet easy to use embroidery software program.   Within the various modules are tools to allow you to be very creative.  This hands on class requires Pfaff’s 4D Suite.  All levels of participants are welcome.  This class will include instructional computer hands on time.  If you choose to sew the project out, a kit is available with instructions and fabric at an additional cost. 

*NOTE:  At the end of the class Cathy Badry will go through the assembly of the monthly project.   
½ day class – $35.00 per class (Kit extra)

Personalized Wall Hanging
Working with fonts, shapes and the 4D design aligner module create a wall hanging with a personalized touch.  Use these concepts in all sorts of other projects as well.      
Sat. Jan. 26          9:30–12:30 or 1:30–4:30

Designer Placemat
Work with embroidery editing concepts to learn how to add extra color stops to a design and split a design apart based on color and other methods.  We will even venture into 4D Sketch to add a little extra pizzazz to your project. 
Sat. Mar. 1            9:30–12:30 or 1:30–4:30   
  
Spring Tote Bag
Complement your spring wardrobe and learn more embroidery software at the same time.  Manipulate shapes, add color stops, and enhance your design with borders working with the 4D Stitch Editor.   
Sat. Apr. 5           9:30–12:30 or 1:30–4:30   

           
Kerrin Brooks (Pfaff Educator)
Cozy Casserole Cover

A full day of fun with Kerrin Brooks.  In the morning work hands on with your computer and the 4D Software to create an appliqué design working strictly in the design creator.  Explore different methods of appliqué and finish off the design with stippling techniques done in the hoop.  After a well deserved lunch break, set up your 2170 or Creative Vision  and embroider your morning creation to create your very own casserole holder.  Cost of class will include fabric kit.  A limited number of spots means more specialized attention. 

Full day class – $80.00 per class
Fri. Feb. 8, or                         9:30 – 4:30

Sat. Feb. 9, or                        9:30 – 4:30

Sun. Feb 10                            9:30 – 4:30

Creative Corner

A Time to Remember

Using Jenny Haskins Gilded Memories CD and stitches from your Pfaff embroidery machine create three different panels.  Use the panels for a memory wall hanging or continue creating on your own and turn it into a once in a life time memory quilt.  Learn how to print your favorite photos onto fabric.  This is a chance to learn more about the special built in features of the Creative Vision and the Pfaff 2140/2144/2170. 
½ day class – $45.00 per class (Fabric Kit Included)

January

Stitch sequence in both hoop embroidery and regular sewing
Sat. Jan. 19             9:30 –12:30
Mon. Jan. 21           9:30 –12:30
Wed. Jan. 30           6:30 – 9:30

February

Stitch building and more
Sat. Feb. 23            9:30 –12:30
Mon. Feb. 25           9:30 –12:30
Wed. Feb. 27          6:30 –  9:30

March

Stitch arching, free motion and more
Sat. Mar.15             9:30 – 12:30
Mon. Mar. 31          9:30 – 12:30
Wed. Mar. 26          6:30 –   9:30

 

Software Block of the Month

Toys In The Attic Continues…

The new Pfaff 4D creative software is a dream to work with! Using different areas of the suite over the three months create designs for this fun child’s quilt.  Dianne will demonstrate the ease of working with a variety of components of the software each month and then you will be able to go home and stitch it out.  A new twist to last years 4D Software Block Of The Month.  Dianne will demonstrate the components step by step creating of the block.  You bring your computer and work hands on at your speed with Dianne’s assistance.  Take the design home and stitch at home
½ Day Class – $35.00

January
Appliqué Madness
Working with several modules of the Suite, create original appliqués.
Mon. Jan. 28                                                     9:30 – 12:30
Tues. Jan. 22                                                    6:30 –   9:30
Sat. Jan. 19                                                      1:30 –   4:30

February
4D Design Creator
Working with your design creator, easily learn to create original embroideries.   
Mon. Feb. 25                                                     1:30 –  4:30
Tues. Feb. 26                                                    6:30 –  9:30
Sat. Feb. 23                                                      1:30 –  4:30

March
4D Stitch Artist
Working with the 4D software create maxi and original machine stitches that you can export to your sewing machine or other modules of the suite.
Mon. Mar. 17                                                    9:30 – 12:30
Tues. Mar. 25                                                   6:30 –   9:30
Sat. Mar. 15                                                     1:30 –   4:30

Winter Classes

Cross Stitch Afghan (Pfaff embroidery machine)
2 part Class-$ 95.00 Kit included
Kit includes the afghan and test fabric                    
In this 2 part class, you will learn to plot cross stitch designs on your computer using Pfaff’s cross stitch program.  You must supply the computer for this class and have taken the basic stitch demo class from Dianne.After learning the art of plotting, learn the art and techniques of lining up your cross stitch on cross stitch fabric. 
Wed. March 5                         9:30 – 4:30

Endless Hoop  (2140, 2144 or 2170)
½ Day Class - $35.00 (note: no charge if hoop is purchased at Exquisite)
A dream come true! I love it! It’s so easy! These are all statements made in a class taken at the Pfaff convention.  Here is your chance to learn some tricks for this new hoop.
Thurs Feb 28                        6:30 – 9:30

Grand Hoop (2140, 2144 or 2170)
½ Day Class - $35.00 (note: no charge if hoop is purchased at Exquisite)
It’s here so let’s learn how to use it!   Working with the 2140, 2144, or 2170 you will be learning how a design is created, sent to the sewing machine and also saved for future use. You will then learn how to hoop fabric, adjust the machine and stitch a design in the Grand Hoop.
Mon. Feb. 11                          6:30 – 9:30

Reversible Serger Place Mat
½ day class – $45.00
Fabric Kit included
Using a serger make a reversible placemat by using the quilt as you go technique.  Create quilts, reversible table runners and more, quickly and easily.
Thur. Feb. 21                           6:30 – 9:30

Serger P.J. Bottoms
½ day class – $25.00
(Learn to use your serger class is a prerequisite for this class)
Using your serger, learn to make these super fast P.J. Bottoms for yourself so that you can then turn around and make them for your family & friends.  Learn to insert a fast and simple drawstring elastic. 
Thur. April 3                             6:30 – 9:30

SEWING MACHINE AND SERGER CLASSES

These hands on classes are designed to make you comfortable with the operation and care of your sewing machine or serger.   If you purchased your machine at Exquisite Sewing Centre, these classes are free of charge. Please state the model of your machine when you register.

Note: as these classes fill more dates will be added, if these dates do not work for you please call the store and as dates are added we will contact you.
* If you purchased your machine at Exquisite Sewing Centre, these classes are free of charge.

Mechanical Machines
One part class - $35.00*
Thurs. Jan. 10                                             6:30 –   9:30
Wed. Jan. 16                                              9:30 – 12:30
Tues. Feb. 12                                             9:30 – 12:30
Tues. Feb. 19                                             6:30 –   9:30
Thurs. Mar. 6                                               6:30 –   9:30
Wed. Mar. 12                                              9:30 – 12:30

Computerized Machines
Two part class - $35.00 per class*
Thur. Jan. 10 & 17                                     1:30 –   4:30
Tues. Jan. 15 & 22                                    6:30 –   9:30
Wed. Feb. 13 & 20                                   6:30 --   9:30
Thur. Mar. 6 & 13                                      1:30 –   4:30

Computerized Machines Marathon
Sat. Mar. 8                                                  9:30 –   4:30

Pfaff Specialty Feet Class I
One part class - $35.00*
Mon. Jan 28                                               6:30 –   9:30
Thur. Jan. 31                                              9:30 – 12:30
Wed. Feb. 20                                            1:30 –   4:30
Wed. Mar. 5                                               6:30 –  9:30

Pfaff Update Specialty Feet Class II
One part class - $35.00*
Mon. Feb. 4                                               6:30 –   9:30
Thur. Feb. 7                                               9:30 – 12:30
Wed. Feb. 27                                            1:30 –   4:30
Wed. Mar. 12                                            6:30 –   9:30

Pfaff Serger Classes
Three part class -$35.00 per class*
Thur. Jan. 17, 24 & 31                              6:30 –  9:30
Mon. Jan. 21, 28 & Feb. 4                       1:30 –  4:30
Thur. Mar. 13, 20 & 27                             6:30 –  9:30

Serger Marathon
Full day class - $50.00* (all three parts will be coved in one day)
Sat. Feb. 2                                                 9:30 –  4:30

2140/2144/2170 Computerized Machine
Three Part class- $45.00 per class*
Mon. Jan. 7, 14 & 21                                6:30 – 9:30

Creative Vision Computerized
Machine
Three Part class- $45.00 per class*
Wed. Jan 9, 16 & 23                               1:30 - 4:30
Wed. Jan 9, 16 & 23                                6:30 - 9:30
Mon. Mar 3, 10 & 17                                6:30 - 9:30