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Spring 2013

FABRIC STAMPING - Carol Anne Grotrian
1 session SATURDAY, JUNE 8th, 10:00-4:30pm.
Add pizzazz to the textiles in your life. Print your own unique patterns with stamps that are store bought, or fashioned from everyday objects, or quickly carved from erasers or simply constructed with glue. The materials are inexpensive and non-toxic, basic techniques are easily learned and the results are immediate. Design theory is introduced as students create their own styles from elegant restraint to outrageous and funky.
Fee: $60.00
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ALL ABOUT ME ~ MACHINE EMBROIDERY - PFC Staff
1 session SUNDAY, JUNE 9th, 2:00-4:00pm
Through out the year, ALL ABOUT ME ~ MACHINE EMBROIDERY classes will be held monthly on Sundays, 2-4pm. Enjoy the virtual embroidery format, a webinar featuring a BERNINA educator presenting an exciting program on embroidery projects and tips. Bring a USB to download the embroidery design and program information. BABY SHOWERS: Make two specialty bibs with the most adorable patterns! Learn to embroider on fleece blankets and knit baby items as we cover hooping techniques, needles, threads and more! IF YOU MISS THIS CLASS, COPIES OF PROGRAM ARE AVAILABLE FOR CLASS FEE $10.
Fee: $10.00
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Summer 2013

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY - PFC Staff
1 session SATURDAY, JUNE 15th, 10:00-12:00pm.
Come experience the larger bed of the BERNINA 8 Series and 7 Series machines, or the smooth Bernina Stitch Regulator that now comes with the BERNINA 580 as well as tthe 550, or the automatic needle threader and buttonhole on the 3 Series compact machines, and the the amazing stitch quality on all the BERNINAS! Pre-register by calling. Class size limited
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KIDS CLOTHING RECONSTRUCTED - Hannah Pittman
1 session SATURDAY, JUNE 15th, 9:30-12:30pm
Learn to make, alter, and embellish patterns using your children's favorite clothing. We will explore different techniques allowing you to make the perfect patterns from your favorite pieces without ripping any seams or deconstructing your original garment. This class is perfect for the confident beginner or intermediate sewer looking to add pattern making to their skill set.
Fee: $25.00
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BEGINNING SEWING AND BEYOND - Margi Varnum
5 sessions TUESDAYS, JUNE 18th - JULY 16th, 6:00-8:30pm
Need help finishing your project or want to start a new one? This hands-on class covers sewing basics including pattern and fabric selection, pattern layout and pinning, cutting, fitting, interfacing, construction techniques, seam finishes and more. Bernina sewing machines available for class.
Fee: $75.00
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BEGINNING SEWING AND BEYOND - Margi Varnum
5 sessions THURSDAYS, JUNE 20th - JULY 25th, 10:00-12:30pm. (skip JULY 4th)
Need help finishing your project or want to start a new one? This hands-on class covers sewing basics including pattern and fabric selection, pattern layout and pinning, cutting, fitting, interfacing, construction techniques, seam finishes and more. Bernina sewing machines available for class.
Fee: $75.00
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BEGINNING SEWING - Hannah Pittman
5 sessions THURSDAYS, JUNE 20th - JULY 25th, 6:00-8:30pm. (skip JULY 4th)
This hands-on class covers sewing basics including pattern and fabric selection, pattern layout and pinning, cutting, interfacing, construction techniques, seam finishes and more. Students will complete a project and should have some previous experience with their sewing machine. Bernina sewing machines available for class.
Fee: $75.00
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SPICE MARKET TOTE OR MAIL SACK - Sheri Nadeau
1 session SATURDAY, JUNE 22nd, 1:00-5:00pm
Learn step-by-step how to make one of these stylish bags. The Spice Market Tote by Amy Butler or the Mail Sack by Pink Chalk Studios. Purchase pattern for this class.
Fee: $25.00
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BERNINA 730, 640, 630 GUIDE CLASS Part 1 - Julia Follett
1 session SUNDAY, JUNE 23rd, 10:00-5:00pm.
Free unlimited guide class for customers who purchase their machine from PFC. This class includes the 580, 730, 640, 630 and Embroidery module. Part 1 covers functions and maintenance. Part 2 covers customizing (programming) and embroidery.
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BERNINA 5 SERIES & 4 SERIES GUIDE CLASS - Carla Clarke
1 session SUNDAY, JUNE 30th, 10:00-4:00pm
Free unlimited guide class for customers who purchase their machine from PFC. 5 Series includes 550, 530. 4 Series includes 440, 430, 450.
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BERNINA 3 SERIES & 2 SERIES GUIDE CLASS - Margi Varnum
1 session SUNDAY, JULY 7th, 10:00-3:00pm
Free unlimited guide class for customers who purchase their machine from PFC. 3 Series includes 380,350.330. 2 Series includes 240, 230, 220, 210.
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ACCESSORY BAGS - Judey Clemons
1 session SATURDAY, JULY 7th, 9:30-12:30pm
Spend a few hours making two versatile small bags. The Peek A Boo bag is a must for travel or sewing supplies with the clear vinyl window. The Humbug Bag is a fun bag to store cell phones and other small items. The Little Duffle Do It is a miniature duffle bag. Use your stash to make these up!
Fee: $25.00
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TASTY - Judey Clemons
1 session SATURDAY, JULY 13th, 1:30-5:00pm.
Tasty Table Runner – A new twist on the French braid. Using the Hex’n’ More Ruler or a template and 2 ½ strips, this fast and easy table runner can be made in just a few hours. This is a great way to use stash 2 ½ strips or a jelly roll. This technique can be used to make matching placemats.
Fee: $25.00
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CAMP SEW FUN - Sheri Nadeau
2 sessions TUESDAY, JULY 16th and THURSDAY, JULY 18th, 9:30-12:30pm.
This fun class will teach about the pleasures and creativity of home sewing to kids from ages 10-13. The activities and projects completed in this class are designed to build sewing skills and develop confidence. Bring you own machine or sew on a Bernina.
Fee: $50.00
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WONTON - Kerin Ferrin
1 session SATURDAY, AUG 3rd, 10:00-4:30pm.
Learn to use Julie Herman's new Hex N More Ruler with her very popular Wonton pattern. This ruler cuts 4 shapes in 4 sizes and can be used with 6" Design Strips. Enjoy the versatility of this ruler with many of her fun, new patterns.
Fee: $50.00
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PAPER-PIECED MODERN DESIGNS - Carol Robinson
1 session SATURDAY, AUG 10th, 1:00-5:00pm
Have fun with Carolyn Friedlander's paper-pieced modern designs! Practice your paper piecing skills by making a block design to be used in a quilt, wallhanging or runner. Class will teach block construction and suggestions for finishing into desired project. Choose from 4 Friedlander patterns. Beginner to intermediate sewing skills.
Fee: $35.00
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