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1 V OGUE FABRICS Main Street Evanston, IL PRSRT STD. US POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 130 Evanston, Illinois Change Service Requested Chill Buster Sales Event Starts Sunday, January 14! Prices good 1/14/07-1/27/07 -- Unless otherwise stated. Thai Silk Dupioni - $9.59 yd! Italian Wool Menswear - 50% off! Polar Fleece Prints - 30% off! Sandra Betzina Classes! Sewing Machines 25% - 50% off! Be the first to know of special events, new collections and new classes! Sign up for our s today! Visit the Stores Below For Our Two Week Sale Main Street --Our Flagship Store Evanston, IL (847) Sunday Noon-5pm Sale Sundays 11am-5pm Mon. & Thurs. 9am-9pm Tue., Wed., Fri., Sat 9am-5:30pm W. Roosevelt Road Chicago, IL (312) Sunday Noon-5pm Mon,Tue,Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-6pm Thursday 9:30am-8pm Torrence Ave. Lansing, IL (708) Sunday Noon-5pm Mon. & Thurs. 11:30am-8:00pm Tue., Wed., Fri., Sat 9:30am-6pm Visit this site to see a list of sale items, classes, and upcoming special events. Shop on-line any time! Shop our catalogs on-line! Register for classes anytime from your computer!

2 Chill Buster Fabric Sale at all Locations -- January 14-27, 2007 CLEARANCE SALE $1.00 yd Asst d Fibers wide Care as Listed Values to $9.99 yd Brighten this winter season with exciting and inspiring new budget minded projects. Great After Inventory reductions will help you save a few pennies while being creative at the same time. A potpourri of solids and novelties await! POLYESTER PRINTS 75% OFF 100% Polyester wide Machine Wash $3.99 $ 1.00 yd We are closing out a large assortment of our best selling polyester collection to make room for a spectacular grouping of new spring prints. At this price, you can make 10 new blouses for under $25! Some of these beauties were originally priced at $7.99 per yard! Enjoy this collection! RAYON PRINTS 100% Rayon wide Hand Wash $3.99 $ 1.99 yd Take advantage of this early spring clearance sale! Sew simple and quick new separates for under $ Explore our ever expanding line of patterns from independent designers, for new, creative additions to your wardrobe. Use So Sheer interfacing, which is lightweight and fusible, to stabilize these rayon prints. POLYESTER SUEDE Poly & Poly/Lycra wide Machine Wash $3.99 $ 1.99 yd These midweight, washable suedes come in a variety of rich, solid hues as well as printed and novelty patterns. Suitable for women, men and children, as well as many accessory items. You can even make some light home decorating accents. LIZ CLAIBORNE FALL Asst d Fibers wide Care as Listed $3.99 $ 1.99 yd Vogue Fabrics presents the best in fashion fabrics and this designer s ever popular collection of casual wear has it all. Classic solids for pants and skirts mixed with heather and novelty weaves for tops creates a custom designer look on a shoestring budget. Many of the suitings have market values to $9.99 per yard. FALL KNITS Asst d Fibers wide Care as Listed $3.99 $ 1.99 yd Another way to stretch your dollar is with this collection of fashionable knits. Make a date with your sewing machine, pull out a few of your favorite patterns and enjoy the wonderful high of creating several new outfits from these easy to sew textured and solid knits. Some knits originally were priced at $7.99 per yard. METALLIC KNITS 40% OFF Poly/Lurex wide Hand Wash $4.99 $ 2.99 yd Brighten up the dreariest grey days of mid-winter with these sparkling and cheerful knits. Add a shimmering shell under your office suit or make a flirty, slinky dress for a night out on the town. If you love these, check out our Metallic Stretch Velvets at the same low price! Many were originally $7.99 yd. POLAR FLEECE PRINTS 30% OFF 100% Polyester 60 wide Machine Wash $6.99 $ 4.89 yd On a cold winter day, have fun teaching your family some very simple sewing projects. Visit our Notions Department to see the perfect trims for our fleece, ranging from Ball Fringe made from Polar Puffs to Cuddle Fringe and Knit Foldover bindings. Polar Fleece is a perfect fabric for beginners! Sew a warm robe for your Valentine or a new bed for your favorite pet. Lost your mittens? Stitch up a new pair. Vogue Fabrics has a wonderful assortment of fun, fabulous prints! Pictured on left: L. J. Designs #12192 V-Neck Tunic Jacket Pictured on right: Paw Prints #1029 Asymmetry DESIGNER CLEARANCE $ yd Asst d Fibers wide Care as Listed Values to $10.99 Not only will you find great bargains on all kinds of fabrics for the season, but you will discover some gems for the next season as well. One such gem is a polyester interlock print in bright, fun colors, with wholesale quantities available to designers. Other fabulous fabrics include soft knits with metallic embossing. THAI SILKS 20% OFF 100% Silk45 wide Dry Clean $11.99 $ 9.59yd Thai Silk, or silk dupioni, is popular for its versatility, exciting color range, and ease in tailoring. The texture from the slubs, coupled with the moderate crispness, easily become elegant bridal gowns and special occasion outfits. High end home decor designers use this fabric for duvet covers, drapes, placemats, pillows and much more. The iridescent pieces are popular in quilting and wearable art. For two weeks only we are reducing our regularly low price an additional 20% for our 45 inch wide silk dupioni. NOVELTY WOOLS 35% OFF Wool/Wool Blends wide Dry Clean $5.99 $ 3.89 yd Winter weather in Chicago gets brutal at times. Warm up with a new wool jacket, or coat for less than $10.00! Don t miss the black wool melton with batting pre-quilted for warmth, comfort and style. We are taking our Novelty Wool collection that was on sale for $5.99, and reducing it an additional 35% to just $3.89 per yard! Amazing! DESIGNER WOOLS 40% OFF Wool/Wool Blends wide Dry Clean $9.99 $ 5.99 yd From fabulous design houses comes a full collection of wool in assorted colors, patterns, weights and styles. Choose from fine suitings to warm coatings before the bitter cold of February sets in! For two weeks only, take an additional 40% off the regularly low price of $9.99--you pay only $5.99 per yard! DESIGNER SHEERS 100% Polyester 60 wide Machine Washable $5.99 $ 2.99 yd Enjoy a gorgeous selection of chiffons, georgettes and burnouts that are perfect for every occasion, all year long. Whip up a new blouse to wear over a charmeuse shell. Fashion a fabulous dupatta to compliment your favorite shalwar khameez. Stitch a stole to give your western wear a chic Indo-Asian flair. This collection transcends cultural boundaries to unite us in style! Trés magnifique! SIGNATURE COLLECTION Asst d Fibers wide Care as Listed $5.99 $ 2.99 yd Signature Collection is a collection of fabrics directly from bridge level designer lines. These high end lines of clothing bridge the gap between ready-to-wear and couture runway collections. Designers must constantly create new fabrics that complement their creations for the next season. You will appreciate the unusual rayon crepe back satin and the satin backed pinstripe in dark, rich colors. Early birds will eat up a gorgeous chenille in the hottest color of the season, Burnt Orange. Create outfits that not only look great and fit well but are made from the highest quality fabrics. Explore new creative endeavors that inspire the designer in you! ITALIAN SUPER MENSWEAR Wool/Wool Blends wide Dry Clean $19.99 $ 9.99 yd Not just for men, anyone who appreciates fine, Italian worsted wools will be amazed with this collection. From tailored slacks to three-piece business suits, dress to impress for less than even discount ready-to-wear Italian suits. For two weeks only, we are reducing a huge selection of pinstripes and solids in greys, browns, taupes, tans and blacks. 1

3 SLIPCOVER CLASSES Karen Erickson of Slipcover America returns this May for four days of fabulous slipcover seminars and hands-on workshops. Come join the fun with our exciting new classes, as well as her very popular lecture/demonstration Slipcover Like a Pro. Register early to ensure your seat in these special events! No cancellations will be accepted after April 15, Special offer for students registering for the hands-on workshop. Slipcover Like a Pro - Lecture / Demo Learn to slipcover like a pro! This very popular class will give you the knowledge and confidence to revive your tired furniture and cushions with professional looking results. These tailored slipcovers fit furniture so well that many people think the furniture has been reupholstered. With fabric prices so low, slipcovering your furniture yourself will save you hundreds of dollars. DVDs will be available at the workshop to take home to review and refresh your mind as you embark on your redecoration endeavors. Topics to be covered include: Is the furniture right to slipcover? Washing vs. dry cleaning. Choosing the right fabrics. Design your slipcover. How to estimate yardage. Cutting the fabric. Sewing the slipcover. Fitting the cushion. This workshop sells out quickly, so register right away to reserve your space! Participation packet included in the class. Class fee: $95 Instructor: Karen Erickson Wednesday, May 2 9:30-4:30 Evanston Slipcovering Your Dining Room Chairs Explore creating slipcovers to change the look of your dining room chairs for any holiday, seasonal change and special dinner. Great for wood, parsons & arm chairs. Topics include: Various types of chairs Appropriate fabrics Learning about styles Undergarments for your chair Designing a wonderful cover How to cut, sew, skirt & embellish Learn many tips and tricks professionals use when custom fitting slipcovers to these types of chairs. Register right away to reserve your space! Participation packet included in the class. Karen s DVD is available for purchase after the class. Class fee: $55 Instructor: Karen Erickson Thursday, May 3 10:00-1:00 Evanston Awesome Slipcovers for Your Ottoman In this informative lecture / demo, Karen will show you how to slipcover and add a new look to your favorite ottoman, & how to cover up your old worn out ottoman! View the art of ottoman slipcovers, including cutting, sewing, embellishing, shaping, blocking and undergarments. Bring photos of your ottoman, and with Karen s help, plan your own ottoman slipcover. Class fee: $55 Instructor: Karen Erickson Thursday, May 3 2:00-5:00 Evanston 2 Day Slipcover Workshop Bring your chair & sewing machine and get busy! After this intensive 2 day hands-on workshop you will go home with the knowledge of slipcovering as well as confidence to slipcover the rest of your house beautifully! Students will receive Karen s helpful instructional DVD for viewing prior to class and to keep on hand when continuing endeavors at home. Due to space limitations, class size is extremely limited! Please register early. Two, 7-1/2 hour sessions. Class fee: $225 (includes DVD) Instructor: Karen Erickson Friday / Saturday, May 4 & 5 9:30-5:00 Evanston Arts Depot BONUS OFFER: $25 Gift Certificate Register for the 2-day workshop and any one seminar, and Vogue Fabrics will give you a $25 Gift Certificate when classes are completed. EVENINGWEAR CLASSES STRAPLESS BODICE Prom. Bridesmaids. Sorority Formals. The strapless bodice is a staple in current eveningwear fashion. The point of the workshop is to walk away with a strapless pattern that will fit you and with the knowledge of what materials to use to support your body. Since this class is taught by Linda Sparks, author of The Basics of Corset Building, you can expect to learn some simple corset techniques which will guarantee your bodice will not slip or slide. Beginners will leave the class with a fitted pattern from which to make the boned bodice, and the knowledge of how to properly complete the project on your own. Advanced sewers will have the opportunity to complete the garment in class. Everyone receives personalized and group instruction from Linda. Friday evening, Linda will measure your bodies and discuss the construction techniques for the pattern, McCall s You will also consider how you want to redesign the look to make it your own. Saturday will be spent adjusting your pattern to fit your body and accommodate simple design changes as well as making a mock-up to test the fit of the pattern, finalizing pattern alterations, creating a new pattern from your mock-up and shopping for good fabric. Sunday should see you cutting into your good fabric and getting to a first fitting of your custom bodice. Not all students will get to this point, which is dependent on skill and focus. Class fee: $149, students will receive a $30 shopping credit to be used on purchasing supplies during class, such as muslin, bones and fashion fabric. No cancellations will be accepted after April 1, Instructor: Linda Sparks. Friday, April 20 (measurements) 6:30-9:00 Evanston Saturday, April 21 (adjust & mock-up) 9:30-4:30 Evanston 2 Sunday, April 22 (fitting) 12:00-5:00 Evanston Basics of Period Corset Building Join Linda Sparks from Farthingales for this 3 hour lecture/demonstration. She will explain the tools, materials and methods used to build a Victorian/Civil War corset. Fabric and boning choices will be discussed along with various methods of construction. All information can be applied to corsets and stays of other time periods. If you plan on making a corset for Renaissance Fairs, costume, bridal, evening wear, Gothic life...this class is a must! You will get to feel and explore all the samples. No cancellations will be accepted after April 1, One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $40.00 Instructor: Linda Sparks MondayApril 23 6:00-9:00 Evanston CORSET BUILDING WORKSHOP Build a Victorian style corset that fits you! Linda Sparks from Farthingales returns for this incredibly informative hands-on corset building workshop. This workshop is open to those who have attended Linda s 3-hour seminar. Focus will be on construction and fit: Pattern and fitting adjustments Fabric selection and treatment Boning selection and insertion Busk placement and attachment Two layer construction Adding your own style Inserting Eyelet Tape Cutting & sewing made easy This hands-on time with guidance and mini lecture/demos by Linda will leave you understanding the intricacies of corset building and inspired to create your own fabulous corsets. Not all students will complete the corset project, but you will have the knowledge and materials to finish on your own. The class fee includes the corset materials, a $100 value, so all you have to do is show up ready for fun and fitting! This class isbest for people with some sewing experience. Class fee: $ No cancellations will be accepted after April 1, Tues., Wed. April 24 & 25 9:30-4:30 Evanston

4 SANDRA BETZINA Sandra Betzina, accomplished author of several sewing books, star of HGTV s Sew Perfect, and designer of Vogue Patterns Today s Fit with Sandra Betzina is coming to Vogue Fabrics for a weekend of fitting classes. Her informational seminars sold out the last time she visited. Register very early for these fabulous classes! We are only taking 10 students in our hands-on classes, and at the time of printing we were half full. Register on-line at or by phoning No cancellations will be accepted after March 15, Special Bonus Offer for students registering for both the Saturday and Sunday hands-on classes. Don t miss this very special weekend with Sandra! PANT OR JEAN FITTING - Hands-on Tired of trying to get a pair of pants that fit? Begin the class by trying on pant and/or jean slopers in different sizes to determine what size you are at the hip and waist. Sandra will then advise you as to what additional pattern alterations you will need for a flat seat, tummy, high and full hips, sway back, full thighs, etc. You will then cut out the pants or jeans from scrap fabric (like Vogue Fabrics $1.00 per yard Clearance Fabrics) or from Muslin. Fit will be refined. Alterations will be transferred to create a master pattern. You now have a pant or jean pattern which fits and can be made again and again. Students should bring a Today s Fit pant pattern purchased by your snug hip measurement. Sandra will bring all sizes of Vogue Pattern #7940 (flat front pant) and Vogue Pattern #7608 (jean pattern). In order to obtain accurate measurements, avoid wearing clothing that is too tight or it will distort your figure. All supplies can be pre-purchased on-line with student discount and picked before the class. Lunch will be provided by Vogue Fabrics so students can continue to work. Class fee: $249 Instructor: Sandra Betzina Saturday, April 14 10:00-5:00 Evanston FASHION & FABRIC NOW - Lecture Here s a chance to see Sandra Betzina s latest creations from new patterns and those about to be released. Get tips on working on some of the new fabrics: stretch wovens, sheers, tulle, silks, stretch moleskin, vinyl, shearling and more. Learn when and how to underline. Learn how to make bias cuts work for you as well as how to prevent drag lines on seams and make invisible hems. Get the lowdown on appropriate seam and hem finishes for a variety of different fabrics. Learn how to make a pant front stay to flatten the tummy, jean pockets flawlessly, and a skirt or pant opening in a pocket. Then finally, learn how to insert flawless invisible zippers...whew! That s a ton of info in 3 hours! This sold out quickly the last time we offered it, so register your space early! One, 3-hr lecture. Class fee: $59. Instructor: Sandra Betzina. Friday, April 13 6:00-9:00 Evanston JACKET FITTING - Hands-on Disappointed in fit again? Commercial patterns don t fit - until now that is. Sandra Betzina has designed a new sizing block for Vogue Patterns called Today s Fit with alphabetical rather than numerical sizing ranging from 34-1/2 to 57 inch hip. Come see for yourself. Try on the pretests for jackets. Get tips on fit, including alterations for large and small busts, narrow, sloping, or square shoulders, and rounded or sway back. Alterations will be recorded on a fitting worksheet to take home and apply to your pattern. In order to obtain accurate measurements, avoid wearing clothing that is too tight or it will distort your figure. Lunch will be provided by Vogue Fabrics so students can continue to work. Class fee: $249 Instructor: Sandra Betzina Sunday, April 15 10:00-5:00 Evanston BONUS OFFER: $75 Gift Certificate Register for both classes and receive a $75 gift certificate from Vogue Fabrics when you come for your weekend of classes. Gloves & Hat Making Millinery Made Easy Using basic millinery techniques, create your own pillbox hat in this comprehensive workshop. Learn how to create a pattern from which to make a buckram frame, apply batting and bias tape, cover the frame with fabric and insert the lining and grosgrain ribbon. It's easy and you will be able to use these techniques to make many different styles of hats. This workshop provides the basic foundation for making buckram frame hats. Basic sewing experience required. One, six hour session. Class fee: $119, includes kit from Pattern Studio. Instructor: Dee Atkinson. Friday, May 11 10:00-4:00 Evanston Gloves: The Forgotten Accessory In this unique workshop, you will learn everything you need to know to hand stitch your own gloves. The glovemaking process is illustrated with demonstrations, samples and visual aids. You will prepare a thumb and fourchette then hand stitch them into the trank (glove). After the workshop, you will be inspired to hand stitch gloves for every occasion. Basic hand sewing experience required, 3-1/2 hour session. Class fee: $69, includes kit from Pattern Studio. Instructor: Dee Atkinson. Sunday, May 13 (Mother s Day) 12:00-3:30 Evanston Just in time for Proms, Weddings and your other special spring and summer events, Dee Atkinson from Pattern Studio returns with her very informative workshops. Make a hat! Cover a hat! Make your own gloves! You ll be able to, once you have taken these fabulous workshops! This class is perfect for the avid sewer who wants to build new skills and costumers who need to broaden their repertoire. No cancellations will be accepted after May 1, Spaces are very limited, so register early! Don t miss these workshops! Special Event At Roosevelt Road Hat Frame Cover-up Participate in this creative workshop and learn how to cover a buckram hat frame. You will learn: how to calculate fabric requirements; how to cut the fabric to cover the frame; which stitches to use; how to sew & insert linings and much more. This workshop will uncover your creative spirit and unlock the door to making many creative hats. Basic sewing experience required. One, six hour session. Class fee: $119, includes kit from Pattern Studio. Instructor: Dee Atkinson. Saturday, May 12 10:00-4:00 Roosevelt Road 3

5 SEWING CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS To register for a class, please call the host store or go to You must cancel your registration at least 48 hours prior to class for a full refund. Fundamentals BEGINNING SEWING Learn to sew and enjoy it! First timers learn to read, layout & cut a store-bought skirt pattern: insert the zipper, put in the waistband, make pleats and stitch hems. Cover all the basics to get you started with any sewing project. Veronica is a fabulous teacher who will put you at ease with her incredible patience and her love of sewing. Eight consecutive weeks, 2-hour sessions. Class fee: $100. Instructor: Veronica Brackett Classes in color are sold out. Mon, Jan. 8 - Feb. 26 1:30-3:30 Evanston Mon, Jan. 8 - Feb. 26 5:00-7:00 Evanston Mon, Jan. 8 - Feb. 26 7:00-9:00 Evanston Sat, Jan Mar. 3 9:00-11:00 Evanston Sat, Jan Mar. 3 11:00-1:00 Evanston Thurs, Jan Mar. 8 1:00-3:00 Roosevelt Road Thurs, Jan Mar. 8 4:00-6:00 Roosevelt Road Thurs, Jan Mar. 8 6:00-8:00 Roosevelt Road Sun, Jan Mar. 4 12:30-2:30 Roosevelt Road STEP BEYOND BEGINNER For those of you with a little sewing knowledge who want an intermediate class--this is it! Learn to sew a basic dress, blouse or shirt. Tackle new issues, such as cuffs, collar, buttons & buttonholes, darts, etc. Eight consecutive weeks, 2-hour sessions. Class fee: $100. Instructor: Veronica Brackett Classes in color are sold out. Please call the store to put your name on the waiting list. Sat, Jan Mar. 3 2:00-4:00 Evanston Sun, Jan Mar. 4 2:30-4:30 Roosevelt Road SERGER BASICS WORKSHOP As the Serger Turns So, you own a serger, and you know how to thread it...now what?!? Join Mac and a classroom full of other serger owners who need to refresh the important basics. Learn how to adjust tension, familiarize yourself with serger functions and get the idea about when to use the serger. Please bring your serger and thread. Register early -- this class sells out FAST! One, 6-hour session. Class fee: $49. Instructor: Mac Berg. Wed., February 14 10:00-4:00 Evanston ADVANCED SERGER WORKSHOP The Plot Thickens You know how to thread your serger, adjust your tension, and you whip along creating basic projects with no problem. Well, let s have some fun and use the serger to create different effects with our edges and fabrics, such as rolled hems, lettuce edges, cover stitch, flatlock and more! Use this fantastic machine to bring your creativity to a whole new level! Bring your serger and thread. One, 6- hour session. Class fee: $49. Instructor: Mac Berg. Wed., February 28 10:00-4:00 Evanston ADVANCED SERGER WORKSHOP The Exciting Climax Bring your accessory feet and take this serging experience to the next level. You have worked hard tackling the basics, now you can have fun with fabulous edges, scintillating seams, and daring adornments. Sew like a pro when you are done with this serger series. Pre-requisite: Serger Basics Wokshop As the Serger Turns. One, 5-hour session. Class fee: $59. Instructor: Mac Berg. Wed., February 28 10:00-3:00 Evanston 4 Pillow Talk Yes, we re talking all kids of pillows. Starting with the basics, which is a must, you ll learn several styles of pillows as well as several sewing techniques that can be applied again and again for different rooms. If you are interested in any of these classes, you must take Part I, but after that, you can pick and choose from all of the classes offered. If you take all five classes in the series, you will earn a $30 Vogue Fabrics Gift Certificate. McCall s Patterns BASIC PILLOWS, etc. - Part I This first class in our exciting series will start you on your way to decorating your home with personalized flair. Starting with a 14 knife edge pillow, you will gain knowledge of techniques to be used in future classes. Then, come back for more Pillow Talk with our other fabulous classes. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $35.00 (includes pillow form). Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Friday, February 2 12:00-3:00 Evanston WRAP PILLOW - Part II This is the most versatile pillow you will ever make. We will make a pillow with cording and a zipper. Then make a coordinating wrap to embellish it. The wrap can be changed for different rooms or occasions. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $35.00 (includes pillow form). Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Friday, February 9 12:00-3:00 Evanston DOUBLE FLANGED PILLOW - Part III This is a quick, fun pillow that you ll probably want to make several times. You will miter corners and use an Edge Joining Foot. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $35.00 (includes pillow form). Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Friday, February 16 12:00-3:00 Evanston ENVELOPE PILLOW - Part IV With it s stylized triangular flap like an envelope, this popular and chic home decorating accent adds flair to any decor with its shape, cording and tassel. Using contrasting fabric, your pillow will be reversible! One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $35.00 (includes pillow form). Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Friday, February 23 12:00-3:00 Evanston MOCK BOX PILLOW - Part V Mock Box Pillows are easy to make, with pleated corners that magically fold into place. Trimmed with contrasting cord, it can add decorating style to any room. Dimensions for larger floor pillows will be given in class. You will then have the knowledge and confidence to make more at home. One, 3- hour session. Class fee: $ Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Friday, March 2 12:00-3:00 Evanston Please register early so you do not get shut out of a class you wish to attend. If you need to cancel your registration, you must do so 48 hours or more before the start of class to receive a refund, unless another cancellation date is stated. For The Home CORDED CUSHION Learn the easy way to construct a corded cushions so you can quickly transform and update your home. We will supply the materials for this basic corded cushion. Extra tips will be discussed. One, 4-hour session. Class fee: $55.00 (includes kit). Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Thursday, January 5 10:00-2:00 Evanston PINCH PLEAT DRAPES - For Beginners While the bitter cold confines you to your home, make your hours inside productive by creating fashionable new pinch pleat drapes, quickly and easily, using time saving pleater tapes. The best way to learn is to start small. Make a sample drapery panel to use as a reference for when you want to make larger drapes for your home. Learn how to measure from a pretend window and apply these skills to your windows. Bring a light lunch to keep up your energy. One, 4-hour session. Class fee: $45.00 (includes kit). Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Tuesday, February 13 10:00-2:00 Evanston ROD POCKET CURTAINS - For Beginners Need some new curtains to perk up your kitchen, update your family room, or give your teenager s room a cooler look? Rod pockets are super easy to make and maintain. Learn to measure from a pretend window and make a small curtain to use as a reference for your own windows at home. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $40.00 (includes kit). Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Tuesday, March 13 12:00-3:00 Evanston CURTAIN ALTERNATIVES It is easier than ever to achieve a professional decorator look all on your own. New notions offer a wide range of pleater tapes that have string built in, so you simply stitch your fabric down and pull the strings to get the proper pleat. Come in and try out these wonderful time saving items, and learn how to properly use them with their accessories. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $40.00 (includes kit). Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Tuesday, March 20 12:00-3:00 Evanston Bedroom Bang Redecorate with new spring fashions! Take just the classes you need, or register for all three for a complete bedding ensemble, and we ll give you a $10 Vogue Fabrics Gift Certificate. PILLOW SHAMS x TWO - Part I Learn the two most basic types of shams to create the richest bedtop look - single fabric & two fabric with mitered corners. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $ Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Friday, March 16 12:00-3:00 Evanston DUVET COVER - Part II A duvet cover is basically a giant pillowcase for a comforter that you already have. Learn how to measure, assemble and accessorize a beautiful duvet cover. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $ Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Friday, March 23 12:00-3:00 Evanston BED SKIRTS - Part III Can t decide between a box pleat or a ruffled bed skirt? No worries! You ll learn both! One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $ Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Friday, March 30 12:00-3:00 Evanston

6 SEWING CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS To register for a class, please call the host store or go to You must cancel your registration at least 48 hours prior to class for a full refund. Fun Workshops SNOW FRIENDS WALLHANGING This makes a wonderful hanging for walls or doors, inside or out. You might have some homework to complete. We will appliqué the first day. The second week we will add some quilting, the border and binding. This project uses up lots of your favorite scraps! Class fee: $68.00 (includes pattern provided by teacher). Two, 3-hour sessions. Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Thurs, Jan. 11, 18 11:00-2:00 Evanston HEIRLOOM BONNET/HANKIE CLASS A little linen and heirloom lace, a few pretty stitches with a wing needle, a ribbon, and you have a keepsake hankie for a bride and a precious bonnet for a baby. One, 3-hr session. Class fee: $29. Instructor: Mac Berg Wednesday, January 10 12:30-3:30 Evanston CLONE YOURSELF V - Have a Fit! Bodice Draping Prerequisite: Clone I & II Learn the art of draping a pattern from scratch right onto your dress form. You will create your own bodice patterns (slopers) with 4 different dart placements. We lovingly refer to this class as "Have a Fit!" In fashion colleges, students learn how to create fitted and well constructed garments using the "draping" method. By draping, or purposeful placement of cloth, on your Clone, you can create your own garments without a pattern...or create a pattern for future garments. This is couture creativity at its best! Express yourself with this excellent class! Class fee: $119. Instructor: Jean Haas Thursday, January 11 9:30-6:00 Roosevelt Road HEIRLOOM PILLOWCASE Create a tiny pillowcase embellished with laces and wing needle stitches. A wonderful embroidery machine will be set-up for your personalized embellishments. One, 3-hr session. Class fee: $29. Instructor: Mac Berg. Wednesday, January 17 12:30-3:30 Evanston CLONE YOURSELF VIII - Your Personal Ease No Prerequisites Everyone s ease factors are different, from the bust to the rump. In a one hour private appointment, come and get personally measured in 8 crucial areas for your personal ease factor. Measuring charts are provided. Never over fit a pattern again! Class fee: $70. Instructor: Jean Haas Sunday, January 21 12:00-5:00 Roosevelt Road UNFINISHED PROJECTS Finally, put the finishing touches on that jacket you started, the skirt that has no waistband or zipper, or that special outfit you would like to wear to the holiday party. The project has been driving you crazy, so bring it in and get the help and motivation to get it done!!! Two, 3-hour sessions. Class fee: $ Instructor: Veronica Brackett Mondays, Mar. 5 & 12 5:00-8:00 Evanston Thursdays, Mar. 8 & 15 5:00-8:00 Roosevelt Road Fun Workshops ZIPPER WORKSHOP End the frustration now with this incredibly helpful workshop. Learn once and for all how to get the perfect look with your zippers. This hands-on workshop will leave you confident in your ability to insert any zipper into any outfit. One, 2 1 /2 hour session. Class fee: $35.00 Instructor: Veronica Brackett Saturday, March 10 10:00-12:30 Evanston Saturday, March 17 10:00-12:30 Roosevelt Road SHOE COVERING WORKSHOP Take an old pair of pumps and breath new life into them! Learn the professional techniques to recover your shoes and boots for extended wear. You can even buy new shoes on sale and transform them into the perfect match for that special outfit. You will gain the confidence to apply decoration to your shoes for that true designer look. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $40.00 Instructor: Veronica Brackett Saturday, March 10 1:30-4:30 Evanston Saturday, March 17 1:30-4:30 Roosevelt Road BUTTONHOLE BASICS You are bound for buttonhole greatness with this helpful workshop. Practice making buttonholes on your machine from home. Learn how to make cording and how to properly apply this to your garment, and make a bound and shaped buttonhole. Plus, learn what you need to tackle difficult fabrics. One, 5-hr session. Class fee: $59. Instructor: Mac Berg Wednesday, March 21 10:00-3:00 Evanston SERGER LETTUCE EDGES Bring your serger, a t-shirt, and a bias cut piece of rayon or silk scarf fabric and learn how to create ruffly edges on garments. One, 4-hr session. Class fee: $49. Instructor: Mac Berg Wednesday, April 11 10:00-2:00 Evanston JACKET HANDS-ON WORKSHOP By popular demand, the Easiest Tailored Jacket class has transformed into a two-day hands-on jacket construction workshop. Come ready to sew and learn great techniques while making a stylish jacket with lapel. Two, 6-hr sessions. Class fee: $120. Instructor: Veronica Brackett Saturdays, April 14, 21 10:00-4:00 Roosevelt Road Keeping the World Sewing Club Come, relax, enjoy, have a snack, chat and explore wondrous new ways to use your computerized sewing machine creatively, in a non-threatening format! Great projects every other month! Meet in the Evanston Classroom with sewing specialist Mac Berg. Bring your computerized sewing machine and learn exciting new techniques through the creation of fun projects in an engaging & social atmosphere. These projects are geared towards computerized Husqvarna Viking machines, but we welcome all brands to join us. Younger Sewers Ages 8-14, all sewing levels! SNOWFLAKES FOR KIDS Use a beautiful satin stitch to create decorative snowflakes to hang in your windows or from your ceiling. Quick, easy & very cool. One, 2-hour session. Class fee: $29, project kit is included. Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Tuesday, January 16 3:30-5:30 Evanston PAPER PIECED HEART WALLHANGING Paper piecing is a wonderfully easy way to quilt. Sew your decorative fabric right onto the lines of your paper pattern. It s like working on a fun fabric puzzle! One, 2-hour session. Class fee: $29, project kit is included. Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Tuesday, January 16 3:30-5:30 Evanston PAJAMA PANTS These comfortable and stylish flannel pajama pants are perfect for junior high and high school students to whip up. You choose your favorite cotton flannel print from Vogue Fabrics extensive selection, then layout, cut, sew and wear! This is a great class to take with your friends! Two, 4-hour session. Class fee: $45.00 Instructor: Veronica Brackett Sundays, Mar.11 & 18 12:00-4:00 Evanston BACK PACK BAG This fun bag will prove to be very useful, and totally cool! You ll learn to make a casing and apply grommets. Bring your best friends to this class so you can all have fabulous matching bags! One, 2-hour session. Class fee: $29, project kit is included. Instructor: Cathy Briscoe. Tuesday, March 13 3:30-5:30 Evanston Bridal Seminars BRIDAL GOWN SECRETS Our Bridal expert & buyer explains the construction methods for sewing bridal gowns. Information on style & fabric selection, laces, trims, underlining & linings, hems, basic hand beading & applique, and finishing techniques. One, 2-hour session. Class fee: $ Instructor: Paterna Maranon Thurs., Feb. 15 2:00-4:00 Evanston BRIDAL HEADPIECE SEMINAR Our Bridal expert & buyer explains how to easily create the one-of-a-kind headpiece of your dreams. It s so easy, and you ll $AVE a bundle compared to bridal shop prices! Come see her great examples. One, 1 1 / 2 -hour session. Class fee: $20.00 Instructor: Paterna Maranon Thurs., Feb. 22 2:00-3:30 Evanston Register now for our next meeting: Monday, December 18 1:30-3:30 or 6:00-8:00 Cost: $15 plus supplies 5

7 HOME DECORATING SALE AT EVANSTON INDOOR/OUTDOOR SALE 20% OFF Asst d Fibers 54 wide Washable Values to $19.99 We have put together a collection of Indoor/Outdoor fabrics that is a must have. Prints range from tropical to casual. Savor stripes in black & white and green & tan. Sew up solids in red, black and pale green. These fabrics include selections from Waverly, Kingsway and Tommy Bahama. SHEER BURNOUTS SALE $2.99 yd Poly/Rayon 60 wide Hand Washable Values to $9.99 Contemporary fabrics get a make-over with exciting designs burned out to leave a sheer negative space. The contrast of opaque and sheer has become this generation s staple, much like lace s dominance in the 1950s. Soften your windows with a formal swag or a casual scarf. Add pizzazz to your family room with a table topper and matching toss pillows. UPHOLSTERY SPECIALS SALE $5.99 yd Asst d Fibers 54 wide Dry Clean Values to $24.99 For the shopper looking for a great bargain, don t miss this collection of chenilles, tapestries and textures for all your home decorating needs. The fabrics and colors are all fashion forward, making it easy to spruce up your home quickly with new sofa cushions, slip seats and toss pillows. Home Decorating Classes Now you can sew for your home with confidence with our home decorating classes! Cathy Briscoe offers her Pillow Talk Series and Bedroom Bang along with drapes for beginners. Karen Erickson returns for days of slipcover classes this May. Take 20% Off WINDOWSCAPES Fabric & Labor Custom Sale Lift your spirits these cold, mid-winter days by treating yourself to wonderful new window treatments. Come and choose from hundreds of yards of in-stock, regular priced fabrics and design the window treatments of your dreams. From formal draperies with festoons and cascades or even just a simple rod pocket with a soft flowing scarf, let our Master Drapery Service work for you. Bring in your measurements and we will figure yardage and cost for you. You can hang your drapes yourself, or let our drapery professionals measure and install for the perfect fit. Write up your order during our two-week sale and we will take % off the fabric and labor in the Drapery Department at our Evanston store. January -,. Evanston only. Sale price of % comes off of regular priced, in-stock fabrics from the Home Decorating Departments when bought in conjunction with a custom drapery labor order. Sale price not applicable to prior purchases or prior labor orders. NOTIONS & TRIMS AT ALL LOCATIONS 8.5 SCISSORS 30% OFF Treat yourself to to sharp new scissors from Delaware Dry Goods. This notions distributer spent 5 years perfecting their #4001 Dressmaker s Scissors, and we are very happy with the quality. You will love the way it cuts through fine silks and knits as well as heavy coatings. The steel scissors also feature comfort grip handles and a sturdy metal hinge. Regularly $16.50, on sale for $ EYELASH FRINGE 30% OFF Lightweight strands of polyester fringe float playfully off this versatile trim. Add some to the edge of a velvet scarf, trim a Chanel style jacket, edge a lampshade...the list is endless! Regularly $2.99 yd, on sale for $2.09 yd. SINGER BOOKS 30% OFF For years, sewing enthusiasts have enjoyed the joys of sewing through lessons learned in the Singer Sewing Books. Now you can take home these books at a greatly reduced price. If you are a beginning sewer, you really should take advantage of this sale and start building your library. You will find books on sewing essentials, sewing with knits, sewing for children and much more! SCHIFLI TRIMS 20% OFF Vogue Fabrics has an extensive selection of schifli on organza trims. Imagine an organza ribbon lightly embroidered and adorned with beads. You will love our variety of color combinations, many of which match the Thai Silks perfectly (and remember, Thai Silk dupioni is on sale as well). Buy now for your spring and summer special occasion events. Included in this sale are the Tuscan Treasures and Bordaux Beauties.

8 Sewing Machine Sale at Evanston Sunday, January 14 - One Day Only! All Machines sold come with in-store and Factory warranties! ONE DAY ONLY! Huge Inventory Reduction Sale! Save 25% to 50% off ALL Machines! Limited quantities! Shop Early! Several Sergers! New machines! Exciting Computerized Models! High End Embroidery Models! *In-store financing available for higher end models. See authorized representative for details. Lay-away available for all sewing machines. Deposit towards lay-away holds the sale price for you. See dealer for details of lay-away agreement. No pre-sales or phone sales are accepted. One day only. We are ready to make deals to sell down on our inventory! Machines as low as $97! Accessories all 25% off! FREE, Private lessons! Financing & Lay-away!* For details, please call Mac or Jim, : Monday 12:00-8:00 Wed. & Thurs. 11:00-5:00 Fri. & Sat. 11:00-4:00 Priced to sell fast! FREE IN-STORE DEMONSTRATIONS AT EVANSTON Floormodels & Close-outs! Classroom Models! Special Quilting Machines! Expand your options when it comes to sewing techniques. Demonstrations held Mondays at 1:30 & 7:00 in Vogue Fabrics Sewing Machine Department in Evanston. Everyone is welcome! Fantastic information! January 8 - Make Your Own Edging Create beautiful edges with decorative stitches on your sewing machine. January 15 - Ruched Trim This heirloom technique has been updated for today s fashion. January 22 - Know Your Lace We will discuss the terms used in heirloom sewing and steer you in the right direction for lace. No need to register. Just come and enjoy! January 29 - Smocking By Machine Several methods will be discussed and demonstrated. February 12 - Textured Velvet Wool batting, velvet stitch & wash to create a beautiful effect. February 19 - Chenille Jacket Fuzzy edges take center stage to accent this garment. February 29 - Free Motion Buttons Take covered buttons from plain to pizzazzy! 7