V OGUE FABRICS 718-732 Main Street Evanston, IL 60202 PRSRT STD. US POSTAGE PAID Permit No. 130 Evanston, Illinois CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED Special Spring Sale! Starts Sunday, March 2! Prices good 3/2/08-3/15/08 -- Unless otherwise stated. Spring is filled with special events, like Prom, Weddings, Communions & more! 4 popular special event fabrics - 20% off! Cotton Jersey Knit -- $2.99! Crinkled Silk -- $5.99! Rhinestone Sale -- 50% off! (special dates) Store Locations 718-732 Main Street --Flagship Store Evanston, IL 60202 (847) 864-9600 Sunday Noon-5pm Sale Sundays 11am-5pm Mon. & Thurs. 9am-9pm Tue., Wed., Fri., Sat 9am-5:30pm 623-627 W. Roosevelt Road - South Loop Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 829-2505 Sunday Noon-5pm Mon,Tue,Wed, Fri, Sat 9:30am-6pm Thursday 9:30am-8pm 16919 Torrence Ave. - Near Indiana Lansing, IL 60438 (708) 474-4200 Sunday Noon-5pm Mon. & Thurs. 11:30am-8:00pm Tue., Wed., Fri., Sat 9:30am-6pm www.myvoguefabrics.com Visit this site to see a list of sale items, classes, and upcoming special events. Print out coupons to save more in-store! www.voguefabricsstore.com Shop on-line any time! Shop our catalogs on-line! Register for classes anytime from your computer! Earth Day Sale Tuesday, April 22 Organic Fabrics Come in and receive 20% off our line of organic cotton fabrics. Choose from 100% organic cotton Sherpa, terry cloth, cotton fleece and cotton sheeting. Our organic fabrics are certified to be grown without pesticides or chemicals. Also, receive 20% off of our line of bamboo knot fabrics and 100% bamboo shirtings. Available at all 3 Vogue Fabrics locations. Warehouse Sale Friday, May 16 10:00-5:00 Saturday, May 17 10:00-3:00 This popular event will see some changes, making it even more fun and financially meaningful to those who stop in! We will be opening our wholesale warehouse to the public so you can come and shop like the designers in our 22,000 square foot warehouse in southeast Evanston. More home dec fabrics! More great promotions! Deeper discounts on the most popular fabrics! Just in time for bridal season, make sure you buy enough fabrics for bridesmaids dresses, plus decorative fabrics for table toppers and pew swags. Costumers will love the savings before the Renaissance Fair begins, and churches can sew new choire robes now before Christmas comes again! Check our websites for more details, and directions on how to get to the warehouse.
Vogue Fabric Sale at all Locations --March 2-15, 2008 CLEARANCE SALE $ 1. 29 Asst d Fibers 36-60 wide Care as Listed Values to $9.99 yd We have reduced the price of many of our better quality, higher end goods for fast sale in this expanded category. You will truly be amazed at the selection, and you will appreciate the value of the savings over the regular price of these items! POLYESTER PRINTS SALE $ 1. 99 100% Poly 45-60 wide Machine Washable Values to $7.99 yd Indulge your creative side with our Polyester Prints. Our collection ranges from bold to subtle and floral to abstract. There is a print to fit every sewing fancy. COTTON JERSEY KNIT SALE $ 2. 99 Cotton/Cotton Blend 45 wide Machine Washable Values to $8.99 yd Spring is on the horizon and summer not far behind. Make a list for the whole family and stock up on these basic knit solids. A few simple patterns, a week-end sewing and you and your family will enjoy the new outfits and the satisfaction of your creativity. Make this fabric a basic in your wardrobe. SPRING KNITS Asst d Fibers 45-60 wide Care as Listed $3.99 Sale $3.19! Florals, polka dots, stripes and many textures brighten this fresh collection. You can t beat the selection, the price and the ease of sewing knits. Check out all the different and creative looks that the Kwik Sew and Great Copy pattern companies present in our Notions Departments. SALE $3.19 yd! DESIGNER CLEARANCE SALE $ 2. 99 Asst d Fibers 45-60 wide Care as Listed Values to $12.99 yd Prom nights rock and so does this fabulous collection. Faux sequin knit to gold metallic on black can be a glamorous dress for prom or disco dancing. Sew some beaded fringe on some fabrications for a one of a kind wrap. IMPORTED STRETCH SOLIDS SALE $ 2. 99 Cotton/Lycra Blends 45-60 wide Machine Washable Values to $9.99 yd Whether you re looking for style, comfort or price, these neutral woven lycra blends are all of the above. Great Copy Pattern #1150 is a classic pant pattern and the stylish Town & Country Jacket (Great Copy Pattern #2100) is a sure winner. Contrasting top stitching and interesting buttons complete this contemporary chic look. SOFT TOUCH JERSEY SALE $ 2. 99 Poly/Lycra Blend 60 wide Machine Washable Values to $9.99 yd This fluid knit, with its smooth hand is showcased in many designer lines. A wide spectrum of colors, plus its lightweight feel makes this a great fabric for all seasons. Treat yourself to a new lounging pant & top. Pamper yourself! CRINKLED SILK SALE $ 5. 99 100% Silk 60 wide Dry Clean Values to $12.99 yd These versatile solid lightweight textured silks offer something for everyone. Expand your wardrobe with a simple shell, a classic short swing dress or a scarf adorned with beads. This is a must for all of you who are into wearable art and fabric embellishment. Take advantage of these prices as we see the price on silk increasing. SPRING CHALLIS 100% Rayon 54-60 wide Hand Washable $3.99 Sale $3.19! A varied multi array of patterns and colorations will expand your spring and summer wardrobes. A long flowing gored dress, simple cropped pants with a tank top or maybe a comfy pajama set are all great options. SALE $3.19 yd! SEASONAL FAVORITES Asst d Fibers 45-60 wide Care as Listed $3.99 Sale $3.19! Value is what this new sensational collection has to offer. We have selected what we think are the best new contemporary looks for the season from the many workrooms of well known designers. Chic and stylish looks for career wear or casual attire. SALE $3.19 yd! FANTASY SHEER PRINTS SALE $ 3. 99 100% Polyester 45 wide Machine Washable Values to $6.99 yd Fanciful sheers showcase this sale category. One grouping highlights an artistic palette of water color shades dancing across these sheer prints. Small embroideries and floral patterns on a pastel background enhance this great looking collection. Soft flowing pants or skirt, a scarf to match!!! POLAR FLEECE SOLIDS SALE $ 4. 99 100% Polyester 60 wide Machine Washable Values to $8.99 yd Creativity is the word for this great new basic. A simple vest enhanced with an appliqued design, robes, blankets and more that are now being used all year long. Get your kids involved with making simple projects for charitable donations. Top Pattern: Sewing Workshop Hudson Top & Pant Bottom Pattern: Sewing Workshop Origami Skirt It s the season for Prom, Bridal and other special occasions. Vogue Fabrics has reduced four of our most popular basic evening fabrics for the two weeks of our store-wide sale: SATIN BACK CREPE 100% Polyester 60 wide Machine Washable $9.99 Sale $7.99! Our #1 best selling evening and bridal fabric is this medium weight satin with a crepe reverse, ideal for patterns that call for fluidity and some contrast as well. We stock over 40 colors in our store and on-line! SALE $7.99 yd! MYSTIQUE SATIN 100% Polyester 60 wide Machine Washable $6.99 Sale $5.59! This low luster, medium weight satin can be very dramatic in more constructed gowns. Vogue Pattern #2943 by Bellville Sassoon features a little red dress with bows that is perfect for this satin. A simple evening dress with jacket and fancy buttons is perfect for wedding attire or the symphony. SALE $5.59 yd! DEBUTANTE STRETCH SATIN 94% Poly/6% Spandex 60 wide See Below for Care $9.99 Sale $7.99! Dark, rich tones of gold and copper to citrus bright mangos, orange and chrome yellow set the stage for the night. This soft satin combined with spandex begs to be a sexy, fitted sheath dress. Machine wash cool, tumble dry low. SALE $7.99 yd! 60 IRIDESCENT CHIFFON 100% Polyester 60 wide Machine Washable $5.99 Sale $4.79! Take a look at the photos on our site of these two-tone sheers to get excited about the drama of this collection, then come in and get more excited about this sale Available at www.voguefabricsstore.com & in our stores price! Elegance, dramatic and romantic at a fabulous price! SALE $4.79 yd! 1
BUY THE BOLT -- Wholesale to the Public Special occasions are approaching. Make sure you have plenty of fabric for your bridesmaids dresses, tablecloths, chair covers, pew swags and much more! Vogue Fabrics can help get you the fabrics you want, while keeping you on budget. Many of these fabrics are on our website in the Wholesale Fabrics section already, and even more are available through our retail stores. Simply look for the handy Buy the Bolt logo tags on your favorite fabric collections to see what the average bolt size and wholesale price per yard will be. Any of our friendly staff members can write up your order for these fabrics. Many are instock at our warehouse, and will only take a couple of days to reach the retail store for easy pick-up. Others will need to be ordered from the manufacturer, so make sure you leave enough time before your event to allow for shipping in new products. Look for this logo on hundreds of fabrics that you can purchase at wholesale price when you Buy the Bolt. Special Sale Dates Special Sale Dates 50% OFF Swarovski Rhinestones April 5- April 13 at All Locations! We are putting our Swarovski Rhinestones on sale for one week only at all three locations and on-line! Make sure to stock up for your projects for every occasion with our flat backed crystals from Swarovski! All colors in regular rhinestones! Crystal and Aurora Borealis in the Hot Fix! Best of all, the 50% off applies to our loose rhinestones as well as our pre-packaged rhinestones...these packages already reduce the cost per stone, and now the price will drop even more! Imagine buying a 10 gross package (1440 stones) of ss20 crystals for just $72 -- that s just 5 per stone! If you need a stock color & size, and we do not have enough to fill your order, we will re-order it for you at the 50% off the retail price.* Buy Now for Prom and Bridal! *Re-orders not available for Sizes SS42 & SS48. 30% OFF Delaware Dry Goods Brand Notions at All Locations! April 26 - May 3 Delaware Dry Goods manufactures their own line of notions, which happen to include the 25 most popular pins and safety pins. Normally we sell these for just $1.99, so their price will drop to just $1.39 per box during this limited time offer. You can see their line of products on our website by typing Delaware Dry Goods in the search box. We also carry their full line of scissors, which are well crafted with metal hinges, and these scissors are already very well priced. Imagine buying a well crafted, forged steel 8 Dressmaker scissors, normally priced at $16.50, sale priced at 6 just $11.55!!! Get a gift basket together for a beginner! Mother s Day Specials May 3 - May 11 Vogue Fabrics Gift Certificates Stop by our stores, or click on-line, and get Mom a gift she can really enjoy! Gift Certificates can be used on any of our goods and services, such as sewing machines, classes, fabrics, trims, custom home decorating and so much more! If that special lady in your life does not live close to Vogue Fabrics, an Electronic Gift Certificate can be ordered on our web-store, for all of her on-line purchases: www.voguefabricsstore.com Kimberly Poloson Sewing Baskets SALE Treat Mom to a wonderful, new sewing basket this year. She will absolutely love the whimsy and flair of this designer s style, and the thought you put into updating her sewing room! You will love the savings! Now, fill these up with notions from Delaware Dry Goods and make her really happy! Subscription to Vogue Fabrics By Mail SALE 10% OFF Vogue Fabrics premier swatch club catalog features 54 fabrics, color coordinated page by page for wardrobe building. Fabrics can be ordered on-line at www.voguefabricsstore.com, by phoning our Swatch Club toll-free phone number, 800-433-4313, and through the mail. Your mom will receive one issue every other month, and she will love her booklet of beautiful fashion fabrics, expertly coordinated, every time she opens her new issue. If you are ordering your gift subscription on our website, please use Discount Code MD08 to receive the 10% discount. Enter the Discount Code in the special box at the bottom of the View Cart page of the site.
Special Event: Couture Sewing Classes with Susan Khalje Advertisement ADVERTISEMENT Susan Khalje, who was recently honored with The Professional Association of Custom Clothiers' Lifetime Achievement Award, is host of DIY.net's sewing program, "Sew Much More," and has just been named as a Contributing Editor to THREADS Magazine. She received her professional sewing training at the New York couture salon Chez Cez et Bez, and also worked as a fashion designer and manufacturing supervisor for a Seventh Avenue firm. An exceptional teacher, Susan established the Couture Sewing School in 1993, and teaches couture sewing techniques throughout the country. A charter member of the Professional Association of Custom Clothiers, she has served as its national chairperson. She has contributed to Sew News and Vogue Patterns Magazine, and writes frequently for THREADS Magazine. Her books include Bridal Couture: Fine Sewing Tech- niques for Wedding Gowns and Evening Wear (Krause) and Linen and Cotton: Classic Sewing Techniques for Great Results (Taunton). She also writes a weekly sewing column, Sew Much More, and is one of the contributors to the newly-published The Experts Guide to 100 Things Everyone Should Know How To Do. Susan s couture sewing classes are coming to Chicago and will be held at the Evanston Arts Depot located at the Metra Train Station just 1 block east of Vogue Fabrics in Evanston. Each session will include a shopping trip to Vogue Fabrics so that you can purchase fabrics and related materials for your project if you have not done so prior to class. Registration is being held by Susan Khalje at susankhalje.com or by calling the Couture Sewing School directly (410) 592-5711. For more information, please visit susankhalje.com or email Susan -- SKhalje@aol.com. Register early to ensure your seat in these classes. COUTURE SEWING SCHOOL students will: * fine-tune the fit of the muslin and adapt it for project use * assemble notebooks for your notes, handouts and the couture samples that you will make in class (handouts include Susan's personal Resource List) * choose and work with appropriate underlinings and linings * learn expert techniques for difficult fabrics, including lace * master boning and support techniques * take a close look at a number of Susan Khalje's garments * spend an evening discussing business issues, including advertising, pricing, public relations, business growth and related professional organizations * and most important of all, construct your garment using couture techniques under Susan Khalje's close supervision. CLASSIC FRENCH JACKET students will: * fine-tune the fit of the muslin * adapt their sleeve pattern to allow for better placket placement * learn special haute couture construction techniques that are specific to these jackets * learn to apply the trims, decorative buttons and pockets that are essential components * examine a number of Susan Khalje's jackets * and most important of all, construct your jacket under Susan Khalje's close supervision. COUTURE SEWING SCHOOL: June 2-7, Evanston Arts Depot Class fee: $995 COUTURE TRUNK SHOW: June 8, Vogue Fabrics in Evanston Class fee: $10 CLASSIC FRENCH JACKET: June 9-14, Evanston Arts Depot Class fee: $995 Students should make their own lodging arrangements after they register for the class. Register now before it is too late! Registration is being taken directly by Susan Khalje! 3
SEWING CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS To register for a class, please call the host store or go to www.voguefabricsstore.com. 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: $120. Instructor: Veronica Brackett Mon, Mar. 31 -May 19 1:30-3:30 Evanston Mon, Mar. 31 -May 19 5:00-7:00 Evanston Mon, Mar. 31 -May 19 7:00-9:00 Evanston Sat, Apr.12 - May 31 9:00-11:00 Evanston Sat, Apr.12 - May 31 11:00-1:00 Evanston Thurs, Apr.3 - May 22 1:00-3:00 Roosevelt Rd Thurs, Apr.3 - May 22 4:00-6:00 Roosevelt Rd Thurs, Apr.3 - May 22 6:00-8:00 Roosevelt Rd Sun, Apr.6 - June 1 12:30-2:30 Roosevelt Rd* *No Class Memorial Day Weekend, May 25. 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: $120. Instructor: Veronica Brackett Sat, Apr.12 - May 31 2:00-4:00 Evanston Sun, Apr.6 - June 1 2:30-4:30 Roosevelt Rd* *No Class Memorial Day Weekend, May 25. PATTERN ALTERATIONS - HOW TO CHANGE A PATTERN For those of you who have taken Veronica s Step Beyond Beginner class, now you can learn how to make simple changes to store bought patterns to give them new looks. Imagine buying one pattern, but creating several styles by just altering the sleeve design, hem length, neckline, etc. You will not only build your wardrobe quickly and economically, you will come away with a basic understanding of how patterns are designed and made. Two, 2 1 / 2 -hour sessions. Class fee: $90. Instructor: Veronica Brackett Pre-requisite: Step Beyond Beginner: Mondays., Mar. 10, 17 6:00-8:30 Evanston Weekend, Mar. 29, 30 12:30-3:00 Roosevelt Rd 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: $25.00. Instructor: Paterna Maranon Thurs., May 1 2:00-4:00 Evanston 4 Bridal Seminars 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, Mar. 8 10:00-12:30 Evanston Saturday, Mar. 15 10:00-12:30 Roosevelt Rd. Saturday, June 14 10:00-12:30 Roosevelt Rd. Saturday, June 21 10:00-12:30 Evanston SHOE COVERING WORKSHOP Take an old pair of pumps and breathe 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, Mar. 8 2:00-5:00 Evanston Saturday, Mar.15 1:30-4:30 Roosevelt Rd. Saturday, June 14 2:00-5:00 Roosevelt Rd. Saturday, June 21 1:30-4:30 Evanston YOUR IDEAL SILHOUETTE Get measured in 13 specific areas and have a computer analyze your body type for better fashion choices. Includes workbook, printout and shopping guide for ready-towear and patterns. One, 15-minute private measurement appointment, & one, 1- hour group workshop. Class Fee:$40.00 Instructor: Brackett Mon., Mar. 3 Sat., Mar. 8 5:00-8:00 appointments 1:00-2:00 workshop Evanston Thur., June 12 5:00-8:00 appointments Sat., June 14 1:00-2:00 wksp Roosevelt Rd. Sewing Workshop s Zona Jacket Textile Studio Pattern s Brussels Skirt 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., March 6 2:00-3:30 Evanston Thurs., June 12 2:00-3:30 Evanston Younger Sewers Ages 8-14, all sewing levels! 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 lay out, cut, sew and wear! This is a great class to take with your friends! Two, 4-hour sessions. Class fee: $45.00 Instructor: Veronica Brackett Sundays, Mar.2 & 9 12:00-4:00 Evanston Tues./Weds, Mar.25,26 10:00-2:00 Evanston Kwik Sew 3074 KID S CAMP I Get your children or grandchildren excited about sewing! Have them join us for our kid s sewing camp. Students from 9-14 years old will be introduced to basic sewing machine operation, plus they ll learn how to read and cut out an easy pattern. They will construct an easy pair of shorts or a skirt with an elastic waistband. Those who finish early can start a second project. Class fee: $45. Two, 4 hour sessions. Instructor: Veronica Brackett Thurs.&Fri. June 19, 20 10:00-2:00 Evanston Mon.& Tues. June 23, 24 10:00-2:00 Evanston KID S CAMP II For those who have taken Kid s Camp previously, this follow-up class teaches new skills for a summer of sewing! This class focuses on a basic top or T-shirt Dress. Those who finish early can start a second project. Class fee: $45. Two, sessions. Instructor: Veronica Brackett Wed.& Thur. June 25, 26 10:00-2:00 Evanston Fri. & Sat. June 27, 28 10:00-2:00 Evanston Are you sewing for a Bride-to-Be? Vogue Pattern 7009 Kwik Sew 3519 Do yourself a very big favor by registering her for the Clone Yourself I & II classes. You can then have her figure with you when she is not around for fittings. Relax and enjoy the Bridal Gown construction process. A little sewing each week, and in no time the dress will be ready for the big day, and the fittings will be flawless! She can come to the private fitting, and you come to do the rest. Register today!
Corset Construction As Seen in the Chicago Tribune Featuring Linda Sparks from Farthingales Basics of Corset Building Lecture Join Linda Sparks from Farthingales of Canada 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, 2008. One, 3-hour session. Class fee: $45.00 Instructor: Linda Sparks Friday April 11 6:00-9:00 Evanston Please note: Everyone is welcome to take just the seminar. However, if you wish to take the Hands-On Workshop, you must attend the lecture first. Register on-line: www.voguefabricsstore.com or 847-864-9600 Corset Building Workshop Linda Sparks from Farthingales of Canada returns for this incredibly informative hands-on corset building workshop. This workshop is open to those who have attended Linda s 3-hour seminar. Build a Victorian style corset that fits you! Focus will be on construction and fit: Laughing Moon 100 Pattern and fitting adjustments Fabric selection and treatment Boning selection and insertion Busk placement and attachment Two layer construction Cutting and sewing made easy Inserting Eyelet Tape Adding your own style 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, so all you have to do is show up ready for fun and fitting! Class fee: $295. 00. The teacher is coming in from Onterio, so no cancellations will be accepted after April 1, 2008. Sat.-Sun. April 12 & 13 10:00-4:00 Evanston Class size is extremely limited. Register now so you don t get shut out! Limited registration available on-line at www.voguefabricsstore.com. This is a great class to take before Bridal season and for the upcoming Renaissance Faires! REGISTER TODAY! Laughing Moon 100 Laughing Moon 100 Clone Yourself RIP IT OFF WITH TAPE - How to Copy Ready-To-Wear No Prerequisites. Do you have an outfit you would love to replicate? Traditionally you would need to rip the outfit apart and then use the pieces to create a new pattern. NOT ANYMORE! Bring in a favorite ready to wear garment that has simple lines (pants, skirt or blouse) and you will learn this fast and easy technique that leaves your garments in tact. Hurry and enroll now so you can learn the secret of how to copy any garment in your closet! Special Cancellation date: March 23. Class fee: $119.00 One, 8-hr. session, breaks included. Instructor: Jean Haas Thursday, Mar. 27 10:00-7:00 Evanston CLONE YOURSELF V - Bodice Draping Prerequisite: Clone I & II As Seen in Vogue Patterns Magazine. Learn the art of draping a pattern 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, Apr.10 10:00-6:00 Evanston CLONE YOURSELF III & IV - Love your Lower Half! No Prerequisites. Get your rear in gear and looking it s very best with this special set of classes. First, get your lower half taped for it s custom dressform in a private appointment. Then, stuff your clone to proper proportions in a fun group setting. On the second day, cover your form and mark the design lines to use your form correctly when making pants and skirts. This process will help you fit your pants and skirts to your body in the most flattering way! Some supplies are covered in the class fee. Class Fee: $275. If you need to cancel your registration for this class, we require 72 hour notification for a full refund. Instructor: Jean Haas Thurs.,April 17 10:00-3:00 private appointments 4:00-7:00 workshop Fri., April 18 9:30-5:30 Evanston CLONE YOURSELF I & II - Upper Body Double No Prerequisites. End fitting problems with a dressform made from your body! Thursday, make a duct tape dressform of your own body in a private fitting, then stuff it to your correct proportions in a group workshop. In the group workshop, cover and mark your dressform with design lines that will form the road-map for your fittings. Some supplies are covered in the class fee. If you need to cancel your registration for this class, we require 72 hour notification for a full refund. Class Fee: $275. Instructor: Jean Haas Thurs., May 15 10:00-3:00 private fitting by appt. 4:00-7:00 workshop Evanston Friday, May 16 9:00-5:30 wrksp Evanston CLONE YOURSELF X - Target Darting and Hip Blocking No Prerequisites. This class takes the guesswork out of fitting darts. If you don t know whether your darts are concave or convex, you need this class to get a blueprint of your shape. It s incredibly easy, 100% accurate, and you ll look even slimmer with your customized, fitted darts! Come for a 45 minute private session where we make your perfect hip block (master pattern) from your waistline to your hipline. Then return in the afternoon to transform your form into a fitted, darted pattern. Perfect darting results because they were lifted off of you! The hop-block fitting shell will be used for all your fitted skirts and pants. Class fee: $135. Instructor: Jean Haas Thurs., May 22 10:00-3:00 private fitting by appt. 4:00-7:00 workshop Evanston LIVE CHAT May 5, 8-9pm with Jean Haas Ask all your questions about her classes and methods! www.patternfitting.com
Sewing Machine Sale at Evanston March 1-15 While supplies last! Quilt Designer II The Quilt Designer II can be transformed into an embroidery machine in an instant, by simply sliding the optional embroidery unit onto the free arm. Quilting and embroidery - as easy as ever If you are crazy about quilting and curious about embroidery - the Husqvarna Viking Quilt Designer II is a superb selection! Quilt Designer II lets you concentrate on the creative process and create exquisite quilts, garments, and wearable art faster than ever before! Quilt Designer II features the exclusive patented Sensor System that gives you unique qualities to make your sewing easier. Included with your machine are four Stitch d-cards with a total of 92 attractive stitches plus an alphabet. These cards are made with the latest technology and offer one-touch stitch selection on the large touch screen. You can also purchase more Stitch d-cards as needed. These special sale models are factory repacks, so they have full warranty without the full price tags! We have priced them so low, Husqvarna Viking will not let us print the price! Limited Quantities, so hurry in and get one before they are all gone! Price too low to print!!! New Machines on Sale Starting at $ 129.00 What you get with every machine purchased from Vogue Fabrics: FREE Private, Unlimited Lessons! FREE Extended Warranties! Generous Trade-Up Policy! New Sergers on Sale Starting at $ 299.00 Actual sale models not pictured Vogue Fabrics is proud to offer a full line of sewing machines, sergers, embroidery machines and more. Call 847-864-9600 and ask for Mac or Jim in the Sewing Machine Department to schedule a test sew on a new machine! FREE IN-STORE DEMONSTRATIONS AT EVANSTON Demonstrations held Mondays at 1:30 & 7:00 in Vogue Fabrics Sewing Machine Department in Evanston. Join the Fun! It s FREE! No need to register! Mar. 3 - Bias Basics April 14 - Hems May 12 - Lace Insertion Learn how to make your own bias tape easily. From blind to rolled, we ll finish you off! Add lace in the middle of your fabrics Mar. 10 - Bias Trims April 21 - Zippers May 19 - Creating Fabric Coordinates Using the knowledge from last week, use your bias as an accent. Learn some tricks to make these closures easy, fast and foolproof. Mar. 17 - Bias Bound Seams April 28 - The One Hour Skirt One of Mac s most popular classes is demonstrated for free! She ll show you how to create one of a kind fabrics for exciting new options! Make your seams the star of the garment by accenting them with bias trim No Pattern! No Fuss! Time me!!! Mar. 24 - Bias Tape Vest 2 Learn 2 ways to make use of your bias to create lattice fabric. May 5 - Shisa Embellishment Put some shine on your project with this trick that s all mirrors, no smoke. June 2 - From Flatlock to Fabric Make custom fabric on your serger. June 9 - Pintuck Panache Add texture to your fabrics for designer interest.
HOME DECORATING SALE! Available at Evanston only. GALLERY OF PRINTS SAVE 20% 100% Cotton 54 wide Machine Washable $9.99 Sale $7.99! This collection of 54 cotton prints is priced right if you are budget conscious and fashion savvy. The prints range from whimsical to retro. Make a cute tote bag, such as Sewing Workshop s L 2 Bag, out of the Flip Flop print or whip up an apron before the barbecue season gets underway! Bold retro prints in large florals and traditional prints can also be found in this collection. Whether you are shopping for home decor or hobby and craft, we have a great print waiting for you! HOUSE & GARDEN SAVE 20% 100% Spun Polyester 54 wide Machine Washable Values to $19.99 For indoor/outdoor use on patios and porches, come see our wonderful collection of prints, solids and stripes. Use these water resistant fabrics for tablecloths, draperies and cushions. Choose from Tommy Bahama s large tropical prints in bright colors or traditional Waverly prints with coordinating stripes in a variety of colors. OILCLOTH SAVE 20% 100% Bonded Vinyl 48 wide Wipe Clean $7.50 Sale $6.00! You must buy this incredible cloth now for the summer picnic and outdoor dining season. This is a bonded vinyl table cloth fabric that you can wipe clean after meals, roll up and store away for the next time. Parents of young children use it as a splat mat under high chairs, and Italian Restaurants love the cafe check for their outdoor seating. This collection is loaded with fun stuff. Retro prints in retro colors, all viewable on our website. Also make reusable grocery bags and shopping totes, lunch bags, bibs, aprons and much more! UPHOLSTERY FABRICS SAVE 20% Asst d Fibers 54 wide Dry Clean Prices vary, values to $42.99 Spring is in the air so it must be the season to redecorate, repair and rebound from the harsh cold winter season. Take advantage of our 2 week sale and reupholster those dining room seats that are so soiled you just can t get them clean anymore! If you need to freshen up your sofa, re-cover a few toss pillows. We have great tapestries, chenilles, brocades, velvets and much more on sale. Stop in and take a look! Make your home feel like new again! 20 % OFF Fabric and Custom Labor For Window Make-Overs Make your home look fresh and new again. You choose the fabrics and the style of draperies, valances, swags and more, and let our workrooms do the sewing. Choose from hundreds of both regular priced in-stock fabrics and special order fabrics from our hundreds of designer sample books, available in the Home Decorating Departments at the Evanston Vogue Fabrics, then write an order with us for custom window treatments and we will take 20% off the fabric and the labor! Offer valid during the 2 week store-wide sale. Not applicable to prior sales. Regional Sewing & Quilting Shows -- Visit our Booth! ORIGINAL SEWING & QUILT EXPO March 27-29, 2008 I-X Center, Cleveland, OH This travelling show once again sets up for 3 days of fashion shows, classes, demonstrations and incredible shopping in Ohio. Come learn techniques from nationally recognized educators in the fields of tailoring, quilting, fabric painting, home decor, and so much more! Our Sewing Machine Expert, Mac Berg, will be there to show off many exciting and indispensable notion items. Get your friends together and come see us at this very popular sewing show! Visit www.sewingexpo.com for registration information, and to see a list of their other shows. www.sewingexpo.com INTERNATIONAL QUILT FESTIVAL April 11-13, 2008 Donald E. Stephens Center, Rosemont, IL Come see amazing quilts from around the world, as well as wearable art and fantasy offerings constructed with patience, care and untold imagination. Shop from hundreds of vendors providing fabrics, quilts, notions, and even artistic jewelry and purses. See demonstrations of new sewing machines and exciting products. If you would like to take classes, they generally start 1-3 days before the show. Visit Quilts.com for more information and to register. www.quilts.com Visit www.myvoguefabrics.com for more shows. 7