29 Yampi Way Willetton WA 6155 Email sewctr@openaccess.com.au Web www.sewingperth.com.au Ph 9259 4844 Fax 9259 4355 Greetings Fellow Sewers. Wishing you all a Happy and Healthy 2017. You ll be excited when you see what s in store for this year. First Semester is jam packed with new Quilts and Techniques and our popular Beginners Patchwork, Dressmaking, Machine Embroidery and some fabulous Needlework. A big Welcome to our new Team Members Trish, Pauline, Sue and Lorna. Trish brings with her many years experience with Bernina Machines and Overlockers. Specializing in Machine Embroidery and Digitizing as well as her gift of producing some very quirky projects of which you have already experienced a few. Lorna is just off the boat from England and together with her great accent and sense of humour we have already nicknamed her the bag lady as she already has overflowing classes in a myriad of different shaped bags to show you. Pauline is our Patchwork Teacher who has a new and exciting format. She has even brought back the old favourite Quillo great Quilt for the favourite kids in your life they love them. Sue Landers is your mystery Quilt Queen and many other projects to follow soon. Watch this space. Denise of Hot Possum is aboard this year with her fabulous design experience and keen eye for the modern designs. So look forward to seeing new creations in the modern department. Let s not forget our tried and true regulars who we couldn t do without. Jan, Mahrie, Toni, Bernie, Annie our all-rounders with many years experience in Dressmaking and Patchwork to share with you. Toni in Dressmaking who excels in filling her classes to the brim and encouraging everyone to create amazing garments. Bernie is our Janome Machine Embroidery teacher who adds flair with his excitement and showing his great clothes designs also. Myself and Michelle, my daughter are the Quilters in the shop. She is run off her feet to provide the quickest turnaround and best quilting in Perth. Over 1000 designs to choose from and top quality threads to finish your projects off to the perfection they deserve. A new concept this year is the Pop Up class. Watch your emails carefully because if an advertised class doesn t run another exciting project will be taking it s place. Exciting times ahead ladies and remember When All Is Said and Done More Is Said Than Done so lets make 2017 a Doing and Memorable year. Until we meet again may your days be Pieceful Like Us On Facebook for daily/weekly updates HAPPY SEWING Helen & The Team Friendships Start With A Stitch ------- & Instagram If you are a sewing group come along anytime and we will provide morning or afternoon tea and give you all 20% discount off your purchases. Excluding sewing machines and Horn Cabinets. Please phone to book in 9259 4844.
Know Your Sewing Machine $45 Learn the workings of your machine. Threading, maintenance, tensions, needles, threads, basic stitching and buttonholes. This is a one on one lesson for 45 minutes. Please call for bookings. Know Your Overlocker $50 A perfect introduction to overlocking for those who have a new machine. Learn to thread, alter tensions, 4 thread overlock & hem. Wed 11 th January 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Flat Lock & Roll Hem $50 How well do you know your Overlocker? Would you like to use your Overlocker for just more than neatening seams? Come along to our Flat locking Roll Hemming classes to learn to use your Overlocker for decorative work. Fri 31 st March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Sit and Sew Club Day $25 Bring your own project to work on or complete. Great to finish UFO s. A happy gathering for likeminded ladies. A teacher will be working in the shop but will be available to help out if required. Mondays, some Saturdays and Thursday nights. 9.30am 2.30pm Every Monday (Patchwork) $25 5.30pm 8pm Every Thursday (Patchwork) $20 Extra Days $25 Tues 7 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 6 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Computerised Machine Quilting - we have 2 wonderful options 1. Kwerki Quilting 0418 949 320 Michelle picks up and drops off from the shop and also works from home in Atwell. She offers a huge range of designs for your edge to edge Quilting needs. Competitive prices and a great turn around leaves you with an easy decision to get those almost finished projects completed, quilted and ready for the presents that always seem to pop up. Our range of widebacks is unsurpassed in the metro area for choice and quality. 2. Quilt Your Own Yes that s right you can just have a lesson on how to use the Longarm and then do your own Quilting Bookings essential. Kwerki Quilting is now taking bookings from craft groups to have your quilts Quilted. Free pick up and delivery from your craft group. Turn around is 4 weeks Minimum 4 Quilts. Call Michelle 0418949320. Machine Embroidery Machine Embroidery Club $40 Machine Embroidery classes will be held on the first Friday of the month, commencing in February. Bernie and Trish will be running the classes together and they have come up with a variety of projects to enhance and expand your skills. All brands of embroidery machine are welcome. Fri 3 rd February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Table cloth using the sewing revolution Fri 3 rd March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm In the hoop purse Fri 7 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Quilt As You Go Fri 5 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Balsa Wood Tray Fri 2 nd June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Stump work Fri 7 th July 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Xmas in July Bookings are essential for all classes and full payment is required to secure your place in the class
Dressmaking Classes Dressmaking with Toni $400 10 classes Beginners and Advanced can come together. Structured lessons for beginners and advanced. Sewers can bring a pattern - Toni will show you all you need to know. Class 1 Class 2 Wed 1 st February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 8 th Feb 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 15 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 22 nd Feb 2017 9.30am.30pm Wed 1 st March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 8 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 15 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 22 nd March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 29 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 5 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 26 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 3 rd May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 10 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 17 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 24 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 31 st May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 7 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 14 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 21 st June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 28 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tuesday Night Dressmaking Classes 5.30pm 8.30pm $300 10 lessons In this class you will learn about commercial patterns, fabric selection, interfacing, waistbands, zippers, collars, sleeves and buttonholes. Throughout the ten week course you will make a skirt (A- Line, straight or gored) and a blouse/shirt. Tues 7 th Feb 2017 Tues 14 th March 2017 Tues 14 th Feb 2017 Tues 21 st March 2017 Tues 21 st Feb 2017 Tues 28 th March 2017 Tues 28 th Feb 2017 Tues 4 th April 2017 Tues 7 th March 2017 Tues 11 th April 2017 CHILDRENS HOLIDAY CLASSES Children s Patchwork Classes $80 For ages 11 years and upwards You will have the choice of a pillow case, cushion, bag or apron to do over these two days. You will need your own sewing machine must be in good working order and the requirements list Tues 11 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 12 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Children s Dressmaking Classes $80 For ages 11 years and upwards Stretch T shirt and PJ pants or shorts will be on the agenda for these 2 days. sewing machine must be in good working order. We supply and teach you how to use an overlocker. Tues 18 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Wed 19 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm WORKSHOPS Tuesday Hand Embroidery 8 classes - $450 Ooh La La imagine all those stitches you always wanted to learn. Here they come with the expertise of Ada from the Embroiderers Guild. During that time you can choose a great sampler where you can record the name of your stitches, a needle pouch in Casalguidy style or a Journal cover in Jacobian style. Either stranded or pearl threads can be used. A small break and Lorna will show you some silk embroidery on silk. A little later Ada will be back with a 3D embroidery using layers of threadwork and organza. Absolutely beautiful. Tues 7 th Feb 2017 Tues 7 th March 2017 Tues 14 th Feb 2017 Tues 14 st March 2017 Tues 21 st Feb 2017 Tues 21 th March 2017 Tues 28 th Feb 2017 Tues 28 th March 2017
Beginners Patchwork - 10 lessons $400 Pauline will take you through many techniques in this sampler quilt. You can work at your comfortable pace to complete 10 or 20 blocks taking you from basic piecing to more complex blocks, framing, sashing, cornerstones, borders and binding. Class 1 Class 2 Thurs 2 nd February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 4 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 9 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 11 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 16 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 18 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 2 nd March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 25 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 9 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 1 st June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 16 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 8 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 30 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 15 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 6 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 29 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 13 th April 2017 9.30am - 2.30pm Thurs 6 th July 2017 9.30am - 2.30pm Thurs 20 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Thurs 13 th July 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Rulers Cutters and Boards $50 This is a prerequisite to Beginners Patchwork - Learn to use your rulers, cutters and boards correctly. Sat 21 st Jan 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Sat 29 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Heirloom Quilt As You Go Runner $200 5 classes In this class, you will learn decorative machine stitches, applique, Dresden plate and crazy patchwork, a lattice basket with 3D flowers to make a runner. A lovely class to enhance your machine skills and use up your lace and trim stash. Fri 10 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Fri 10 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Fri 28 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Fri 12 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Fri 9 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Mystery Block of the Month $400 10 classes Denise will surprise you with this great challenge over 10 Saturdays. Kits will be available monthly with cutting required before class. We will confirm the 2 nd half of the year in June Sat 11 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Sat 18 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Sat 8 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Sat 13 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Sat 10 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Homespun Block of the Month $400 10 classes You can choose which block of the month Quilt you d like to do. We will confirm the 2 nd half of the year in June 1. Of course we have the Homespun Going to the Zoo Zoo Zoo This is a fantasy octagonal quilt for children. It s on imaginative plast play with a draw string to double as a toy storage bag. With 23 interactive elements incldung flaps, pockets abd soft toys. 2. You can choose the Kaffe Vases which is on display in the shop. 3. Foxley Village is still available. 4. Where My Heart Is can be organised if you d like to do that. 5. Two other B.O.M. are avaialable to view if you would like. Tues 14 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 14 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 4 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 2 nd May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 13 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm
Wendy Williams & Anni Downs Workshop $400 10 classes Megan will give you techniques you ve never seen before. You ll be offered three block of the month Quilts. Around the Garden, Birdsville or Dancing Chickens and Flying Pigs. All samples will be either hand or machine sewn with a combination of fabric and felt wool. We will confirm the 2 nd half of the year in June Tues 7 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 28 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 28 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 16 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tues 27 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Demo Day FREE 9.30am 11am If you have often wondered about the accessories for your sewing machine or overlocker here are the mornings to attend. Enjoy morning tea and learn more about the easy things your missing out on. Each month we will feature something available in the shop. Feb is all about inserting invisible zips. Come along and watch Trish make it look simple. Tues 21 st Feb 2017 Learn about inserting invisible zips Tues 21 st Mar 2017 Learn to put piping around a cushion or sewing machine cover Tues 18 th Apr 2017 Check out your optional/extra feet for your overlocker Tues 9 th May 2017 Tues 20 th June 2017 UFO Afternoons 11am 4pm $30 After Demo Tuesdays you are welcome to bring along any unfinished projects - our friendly staff will help you get them finished. Carry All Bag $50 Back by popular demand. This very versatile bag to hold all your goodies. Four compartments zipped up inside. Lorna will take you through this little gem with great ease. Saturday 28 th Jan 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Waratah Quilt $50 Kits are available for this truly Australian Waratah wall hanging or quilt centre. Consisting of a preprinted centre panel, using batiks fabrics it is amazing. Panel and fabrics are available for viewing. Tues 17 th January 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Oval Wrapped Cord Bowl $55 (includes cord) Another amazing bowl class with Trish. This time you will learn how to stitch and shape an oval bowl with handles. Tuesday 24 th January 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Free Motion Quilting $50 Would you like to learn how to do stippling and freemotion quilting? Trish will take you through the many facets of free motion quilting on your domestic machine. Easy designs to more complex designs. You will also then have a ½ hour showing on the longarm free motion quilting machines at the end of the class. Wed 25 th Jan 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Vacation Bag $50 This is a medium bag where Lorna will show you how it s weight is supported with handles going down the sides. Pockets inside and outside. Quilt as you go and inserting a sturdy bottom and with feet. Tues 31 st Jan 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Tunnel Vision $50 Trish will show you this simple but stunning Quilt. Made from Batik Ombre fabrics. If you don t finish you can come in the afternoon on the following Tuesday after the morning machine demonstration. Friday 17 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Autumn Star L $50 Lorna s beautiful Quilt is constructed from 1 jelly roll of your choice and background fabric. Make as many or as few as you d like. You ll surprise yourself how many blocks you can get done in one day. Sat 25 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm
Paper Piece Sew Machine $50 How colourful is this project. If you haven t done paper piecing before this is a great introduction. You can make the design into a Wall Hanging, lap quilt or a sewing machine cover. Thurs 23 rd February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Quillo $50 Pauline will bring to life this old favourite. Great for all the small folks in your life. Fri 24 th February 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Jocelyn Thread Painting $60 Australiana Theme Samples for you to get excited over are in the shop. You can choose to do the pair of blue wrens, a pink cockatoo or a kookaburra. Sat 11 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Unframed $50 This is a great Quilt to highlight a particular fabric or great for a eyespy. Quick and easy to assemble. Kits ready to choose your colour. Fri 17 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Plus Quilt $50 Denises favourite fabrics the moderns are featured in this quick to go together quilt with a twist to the border Thurs 23 rd March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Stained Glass $50 Lorna shows this versatile quilt top which you can adapt for a cot quilt to a king size by just the quantity of blocks. Pastels or brights or even1930 s fabrics will bring it to life. Even an eye spy version. Thurs 24 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Binding Tool Star $50 In this class you will learn how to use this versatile tool to easily make a fabulous star quilt from braids Sat 25 th March 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Lucky 21 $195 including kit See what 21 fat quarters can make. The colour variations make this quilt never look the same. Sat 15 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Carry All Bag $50 Back by popular demand. This is a very versatile bag to hold all your goodies. Four compartments zipped up inside. Lorna will take you through this little gem with great ease. Friday 21 st April 2017 9.00am 3.00pm Pickled Fish $120 3 classes Learn how to paper piece and use templates to create this fabulous block by Chris Vard. Coordinating colours or using your scraps could make this very interesting. Denise will guide you through this intermediate level quilt. Sat 22 nd April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Sat 27 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Sat 24 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Quilt Fuse $50 We love quilt fuse. Need a quick idea for a last minute quilt, join Denise as she will show you how the magic of quilt fuse works. Thurs 27 th April 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Fabulous Fabric Colouring With Janieve Cornish $50 Learn to dye your own fabric to use later for bags, cushions, sarong etc in this interesting workshop. Keep your sample to work on it with our Sasiko and needleturn Australian wildflower later in the month. Sat 6 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm
Party on the Block $50 Pauline will show you this excitingly effective quilt to make with a theme or use up your scraps. Kits available. Fri 19 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Needle Turn and Sashiko $50 Megan will create a great design on your previously tie died sample fabrics or use an existing background to try your hand at Needleturn and Sashiko stitches. Sat 20 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Disappearing 9 Patch $50 Have you ever wondered what a disappearing 9 Patch is and do you know how much fun it can be, join us to learn. Tues 23 rd May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Layer Cake 2 Styles $50 Look what a layer cake can make. Choose one of two designs or do both with that layer cake you ve not found a use for yet. Fri 26 th May 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Table Runner Day $50 There are many to choose from. We can help you to start your Xmas presents or stash a few away for birthday gifts or just renew the old faded one from out on the patio table. Tues 30 th May 9.30am 2.30pm Hoyty Ville $125 including kit Beginners here we go. Try your hand at this easy quilt. You ll be surprised how much you can get done in the day. Sat 3 rd June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Judy Neimier Leaf Placemat $90 including pattern Make one or a set, you can choose. This is a great class to learn this amazing technique using NO pins. Fri 16 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Bargello Heart $155 including kit Bargellos are my favourite style of quilt. Once mastered, your creations will astound you. Give it a try on a little one. Sat 17 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Circle of Love Colour Wheel $100 including kit Always a great tool to be able to see the work of colours. Make this and keep it on the wall of your sewing room for your reference. Thurs 22 nd June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Quilt Electrify $170 including kit This will give you an impressive 152 x 190 quilt. Looks difficult but its deceiving. Fri 23 rd June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm Calisto Patio Tiles $50 Something different and versatile. Several quilts on display and kits available to get you on your way. Ingeniously fitting together from the centre block out. Fri 30 th June 2017 9.30am 2.30pm CLASS BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING A CLASS - Please bring all items on your requirements list, available at bookings. Bookings will only be taken with full payment. Refunds will only be given if a class is cancelled. Classes will only be run if the minimum numbers of attendees are reached. You can book and pay for classes over the phone or in person. We offer morning and afternoon tea with tea, coffee and cold water available. Your sewing machine must be in good working order for your class.