- Cote Bros. Sewing Machines

T E L : 207-782-5922 Auburn
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AUBURN, ME
PERMIT NO. 115
04210
730 Center St. Auburn Plaza
Auburn, ME 04210
sew@cotebrothers.com
www.cotebrothers.com
Welcome to the Spring issue of our newsletter.
Once again we hope to keep you informed and
up to date. Happy Spring to all of our readers
and a warm welcome back to all you snowbirds!
We hope you had a good winter and that you’ve
brought back the warm weather.
Have you heard? Sewing has been in the news!
Recently, there have been several T.V. news segments and articles on how sewing has regained its
popularity especially among the young. They’re
having fun designing their own clothes or just
altering their own clothing to make it their own
style. Sewing has become a great way for our
young people to express their individuality and
creative flair.
Cote’s has added several classes for that younger generation of sewers. Check out our class
schedule for April vacation as well as weekends.
If you know a young person who would like to
learn to sew we encourage you to encourage them
to come to our classes. What a great way for them to have some constructive fun while expressing their uniqueness and
creativity. We will be happy to provide sewing machines in class for those who don’t have one. We have some great
projects such as dressing up jeans, making bags and rag quilt jackets.
While Ron and I were in South Carolina visiting our family, my 14-year-old granddaughter, Taylor and I made an
awesome bag on her Brother sewing machine. We had been shopping and looking at bags (and the prices of them)
which inspired her to make her own. In our travels, we spotted a fabric store. I thought we had died and gone to
heaven. Taylor and I had so much fun choosing fabric and I must say her choices were perfect. If you get a chance, go
to the “What’s New” section at www.cotebrothers.com to see what we created. She wanted something similar to a Vera
Bradley bag and I think the outcome was quite good. Needless to say, I had a wonderful time with my granddaughter
and Ron was happy because he won the bet that I couldn’t go without sewing for one week!
Bernina is celebrating its Diamond Anniversary. They’ve been making sewers happy for 75 years. Make sure to go
online to www.berninausa.com and enter to win a $5000 shopping spree (ends 4/15/07). Cote Bros. will also be joining in on the celebration. Be sure to sign up for our Diamond Garden Party (it’s free). It will be on Thursday, May
17th. We’ll have some great food, prizes, and giveaways. We’ll be demonstrating some new products and have some
great specials too.
While we’re on the subject of celebrating, the Bernina Artista 730E has been selected as a “Best Buy” by Consumers
Digest. For those of you who own one, it may be no surprise. With the addition of the Bernina Stitch Regulator (BSR)
this machine makes sewing an ultimate experience. Stop in and we’ll show you why this Microsoft Powered Sewing
Machine was chosen as Consumer Digests Best Buy.
We are continue to make changes to our website www.cotebrothers.com. Make sure to check out the “What’s New”
section which we will be updated regularly. We received a new selection of fabrics from Benartex. Go to “What’s
New” to see the table runner Judy made and the quilt I designed and made with these fabrics. We will have fabric kits
available for both projects. The fabric is also available by the yard.
Don’t miss our Spring Tune Up Event on Thursday, March 26th from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Ron, Leo and Carl will be
on duty all day. They will oil, clean and power blow your sewing machine for $35.00. They will also clean the outside
with an industrial cleaner. This will also include some minor troubleshooting. Be sure to mark your calendars for this
event and have your sewing machine Spring cleaned by our professionals.
We are planning a bus trip to the Lowell Quilt Festival on Thursday, August 2nd. The Images Quilt Show will be
held at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium and the Double Tree Hotel located across the street from the auditorium. The
Tsongas Arena, where it’s normally held, will be closed for repairs. There will be vendors at both venues so prepare to
add to your stash. There will also be a quilt exhibit and antique exhibit at the New England Quilt Museum. There will
be a shuttle provided by the quilt festival so that you can get to each venue. We will be at the show from 10:00am to
6:00pm this year. This trip normally fills up fast so be sure to reserve your seat early. We also have spaces still available for the April 2008 trip to the Quilters Heritage Celebration in Lancaster, PA. We already have the bus half full so
contact us if you would like to join us.
Our class schedule is filled with some great projects. We have a special class planned for Mother and Child in May.
We also have some quilt classes in appliqué, paper piecing, crazy quilting, thread painting and so much more. I’ll be
teaching a Decorative Work class in June. We’ll sew up a stylish bag and embellish it with decorative stitches. We’ll
also do some couching and play with decorative yarn in our bobbins.
We’ll have Sarah Anne Smith here again this quarter. Be sure to check out her classes. In April, she’ll be doing a
class on fabric postcards and greeting cards. Her students really got creative with these in last quarter’s class. In June,
Sarah will be teaching “Decorative Stitch Machine Appliqué”. It’s a great way to use those additional stitches on your
sewing machine. She’s also got Machine Quilting Design scheduled in May.
Kolleen Painchaud will be having a four-week class in April and May on her new Easter Egg Hunt pattern. Stop by
the store to see her sample. You’ll love the colors she’s combined in the crazy patch piecing.
Last but not least, your overwhelming response to “Crafting for Charity” has been tremendous. We can’t thank
you enough for your generosity. Your contributions are so wonderfully created and are appreciated by those who need
them. The quilts, afghans, pillowcases, scarves, mittens, hats, socks and so much more will help so many. We have
also received donations of yarn and fabric for those of you who would like to pick some up and make something for
one or all of the causes and return them here to our store. We also have patterns available. Thank you for sharing your
talents.
Happy Sewing!
Lisa Cote-Blake
“New Young Star”
Amanda Soule
(Soule Mama)
www.soulemama.com
Amanda Soule is becoming quite
famous. She learned to sew from her
“Nana” as a teenager and hasn’t stopped!
At first she started sewing to help make
ends meet in the household by mending
the kids clothes and making their PJ’s
etc. Amanda then started getting creative
with her sewing and making things for
others. She now does all kinds of sewing from quilts, pocket books, costumes
and crafts. With all this creativity she
has been able to market her products to
the masses. Amanda has just finished
her first book which will be titled ‘The
Creative Family’ is currently at the publishers with a scheduled release date of
January 2008. Amanda’s description
of her new book is “simple projects and
activities for you and your children that
encourages imagination and nurture family connections”.
If you haven’t visited her website you
must. It is just awesome. You won’t get
through it in a day. www.soulemama.com
Amanda has a way of captivating you with
her writings. She is very creative in the
way that she blends her family into her
site. You will see many pictures of her
family and her various creations as you
visit her site. Sometimes you feel like
you are right there. It is like reading a
good book.
We had the privilege of a recent visit
to our store from Amanda. She met with
us to help us reach the young sewers. She
really inspired us with her knowledge and
ideas. We needed fresh ideas and a different approach to be able to teach the
young adults and meet their needs. We
just wish she could spend more time with
us.
Amanda will also be testing some new
products for us and you will be able to
read her comments in future newsletters
or on our Website under “What’s New”.
She will also be making some simple
samples of them for us to be able to
easily show you how they all work. One
project she doing right now is testing
several binding attachments. Ron set her
up with several types and different methods to try from the more complicated to
very simple ones.
The BERNINA® Stitch Regulator—Your Tool For Easy Free-motion Stitching
By Marlis Bennett
The BERNINA Stitch Regulator is revolutionizing free-motion stitching techniques. The stress previously associated with free-motion sewing has been alleviated with the addition of the BERNINA Stitch Regulator to select BERNINA sewing machines. Presently, the BSR is standard on the BERNINA aurora 440 and artista 730. It is optional on the
BERNINA artista 630 and 640 models. With the addition of a purchased upgrade kit, the BERNINA artista 200 can also be part of the BSR family of machines. The ease by which
even the novice free-motion stitcher can achieve beautiful results is leading to new exploration of this time-honored process.
Perfecting Your Free-motion Stitching
Basic Training
•Attach BSR foot, lower feed dogs, thread machine, activate needle stop down, alternately select Mode 1/Mode 2.
•Sink and then raise needle to bring bobbin thread to top. Take a couple of stitches to
secure, trim thread ends.
With even speed, move fabric front to back to get feel of the machine.
•Practice using different motions: Zigzag, Blocks, U’s, I’s, puzzle pieces
Painting by Number: Using a print fabric as a guide, “color in” print areas using a
thread color slightly contrasting the print to draw attention to the stitching. Stitch
direction should follow the direction of the print. For example, when stitching a leaf,
stitching should feather out from the center of the leaf at an angle, enhancing the
shape. Build up stitching slowly—less is more. Use multiple shades of thread for a
more realistic appearance.
Tip: Select a fabric with a large print to experiment with thread painting by “following
the lines”.
Tip: Thread paint on two layers of polyester organza and Aqua Film to create “embroidered appliqués”.
Rocking Bobbin: Wind bobbin with heavier thread, insert into second bobbin case,
and adjust tension on bobbin case. Working from the wrong side of the fabric, stitch
the desired free-motion pattern. To secure thread tails, use a tapestry needle to pull
bobbin thread to wrong side.
Tip: Be sure to keep a separate bobbin case specifically for bobbin-work. When loosening the tension, hold the bobbin case over a container so that if the screw falls out it
will be caught.
Tip: Bobbin work is not just for free-motion work. Use this same technique with
the feed dogs up and machine decorative stitches. Adjust he stitch settings for more
variety.
Special points of interest:
• Mode 1 with foot control
-Needle moves when foot control is pressed
-Allows a securing stitch
-Sews like home machine BUT with regular stitches
• Mode 1 without foot control
-Electric Needle
-Unplug foot control
-Use start/stop button and needle starts moving
-Allows a securing stitch
• Mode 2 with foot control
-Press foot control and move fabric to make needle move up and down
-Use Securing function to lock stitches
Note: Presser foot Pressure is lowered to 1 when using both
modes thereby allowing easier movement of fabric under the foot.
SPRING MINI TUNE-UP • APRIL 26, 2007
WHILE YOU WAIT • $35.00
We will oil it, clean it, power blow it. Minor trouble shoot., evaluate it and also
give you an estimate of value. We will also clean the outside with an industrial
cleaner. The technician will personally go over his evaluation of the machine with
you. There will be 3 Technicians, Ron, leo and carl will be on duty that day. We
expect that many of you will take advantage of this event so come early as this
will be a first come first serve. We will start at 10 AM through 3 PM. Limit One
machine per customer and no advance booking.
April Savings:
EMBLISHMENTS
BUY ONE & GET ON FREE
(one of equal or lesser value)
EXCLUDES THREADS
Limit one coupon per customer.
Must present coupon at time of purchase
May Savings:
New Windows Vista VS
Bernina
Artista
Software
As of this writing the new windows Vista will not work with the Bernina Artista
Editor Plus or Designer Plus version 5 software or the older versions as well. They are
working on it to try to make it compatible and we will be the first to know and will put it
on our website in the “What’s New” section. There isn’t a work around yet. The launch
of the new Vista has many software companies scrambling, as all of the bugs haven’t
been worked out yet. Even in “Popular Mechanics” magazine (March 07) there was an
article and it said, “no matter what kind of PC you have, your bound to have driver and
software conflicts when integrating your existing programs and hardware with Vista.
So we’d advise waiting for six months to a year until the kinks have been worked out”.
If you can hold off buying the new Vista, we would recommend doing that until this is
resolved. At the very least keep your older version of windows until then.
If you have any questions you can visit Bernina’s web site www.berninausa.com and
go to software section for updates. You can also call us and we will know as soon as
there are any updates.
Select Bernina Feet
BUY 2 AND
GET ONE FREE
(one of equal or lesser value)
Must present coupon at time of purchase
June Savings:
15% off Threads
All Threads Included!
Must present coupon at time of purchase
Latest Update
Windows Vista Compatibility
BERNINA Embroidery Software
BERNINA Artista & ARTLink
We have just received notice that Microsoft Vista testing has been completed with the Bernina Embroidery Software. We are
providing you the details the were posted to the Online Support Center Website under FAQ.
• Question
ActiveSync.
Can you tell me which BERNINA software products are compatible with Microsoft
Windows Vista?
4. When the installation completes, you will need to reboot as normally.
• Answer
The following information is in regards to which BERNINA Embroidery
Machine products work on the new Windows® Vista® Operating System released on
January 30th, 2007. Continual testing is still being conducted on all BERNINA products. Please check back as the content on this page will be updated the moment more
info is available. This list is not exhaustive, but it does represent all of the products
that have been analyzed and are deemed as potentially impacted by the new Windows
Vista Operating System.
5. When rebooted, attach the dongle when prompted.
The BERNINA/OESD software products are only supported to work in x86
(32-bit) environments and not supported to work with x64 (64-bit)
environments available for Windows® Vista® and Windows XP.
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Please keep in mind that every computer can be configured differently.
Depending on how those settings are set can ultimately affect how software
applications attempt to operate on that computer. There is a chance that
unknown issues may occur with your BERNINA Embroidery Software on any
Operating System, especially a brand new one such as Windows® Vista®. Since Windows® Vista® is new to the market, please keep in mind that additional investigation
may be necessary to research your issue and determine what is necessary to correct
the issue. Software Support will do everything possible to attempt to get your issue
resolved. As always, your patience is greatly appreciated.
2. In the Control Panel Classic View, double click ‘Programs and Features’
(the new name for ‘Add/Remove Programs’) and select ‘Microsoft .NET
Framework 1.1’ from the list of programs.
6. Wait for any “New Hardware Found” notifications to appear. Wait until it states,
“Your Hardware is installed and ready to use.” before proceeding.
When ready, click OK from the “Attach your new, blue dongle” prompt to finalize the
install.
7. Once finalized, test your v5.0 software to confirm that it is able to open.
1. Go to Start Menu > Control Panel
3. Click Remove
4. When completely uninstalled, reboot the PC
5. Log on as Administrator and run BERNINA Embroidery Software V5.0
• BERNINA Embroidery Software V5.0
Keep in mind, if you install any other 3rd party software that also uses .NET Frame(Editor Lite, Editor Plus, Designer Plus) work v1.1, it will reintroduce .NET Framework to your Vista PC and cause any issues
This software has had successful tests on all levels of Windows® Vista® as
with EC on PC to reoccur on the PC.
long as the Vista Compatible Aladdin HASP Device Vista drivers are installed. You
will install the Vista HASP drivers for your Aladdin HASP
Minor Limitations within the v5.0J/v5.0L software running on Vista
USB key (a.k.a. dongle or security device) before you install the BERNINA
There are a few minor issues occurring within the v5.0 software. The software proEmbroidery Software v5.0.
grammers are aware of these issues and are working on the issues. Once available, info
on how to get the updates will be updated here. Below are the known issue and the
• WHAT IF YOU HAVE ALREADY INSTALLED V5 suggested workaround to perform for each case until a update can be released:
If you have installed the v5 already onto the Vista PC, you will need to remove the v5
software, install the vista compatible HASP drivers and then
Magic Converter Boxes (Magic Box, Mini MB, Magic Box Plus, Mini MB Plus, MB
install the v5.0 software again. Please, click here and follow the instructions on how to Elite) - For v5.0J or v5.0L, the Magic Converter Box software that can be used with
uninstall v5.0 correctly. Remember; do not proceed with the reinstall steps until after your v5.0 software may experience an issue. When you launch the Magic Converter
the Vista HASP drivers are installed.
Box software from within the v5.0 software, the Magic Box software window will only
launch once. Any other attempts to re-launch the Magic Box software from inside the
------------------------------------------------------------------------------v5.0 software will not work. If this issue does occur, you will need to use the Magic
Box Software outside of the v5.0 program. Help for Quilter and Cross Stitch - As supTo install the v5.0 software onto a Windows® Vista® Operating System, please follow port for MSHelp has been dropped in Windows® Vista®, the Help menu item options
these steps verbatim:
provided in Quilter and Cross Stitch will no longer correctly launch the On-Screen
Help. HOWEVER, Editor Plus and Designer Plus Help menu options are not affected
PRE-INSTALLATION of V5.0
as it uses a newer type of Help file that works correctly in Windows® Vista®.
Quilter - If the user does not do step 5 in the Post Installation section shown above,
1. First, log into the Windows Vista PC as the ADMINISTRATOR. The v5.0
when they click on the ‘Embroidery Window button’ from within
software MUST be installed by the administrator profile/account onto the PC.
Quilter nothing will happen (you will not get an embroidery design window which is
linked to Quilter).
2. From this FAQ page, locate the FILE ATTACHMENTS Section towards the bottom section of this page and click the link titled BEv5_dongle_HASPUserSetup.EXE. BERNINA artista Embroidery Software V4.0, V3.0, V2.0 or V1.0 (Customizer, Edi(NOTE: You are downloading an .EXE file. Some protection software programs may tor Lite, Editor, Auto-Designer, Designer, Designer Plus) -Unfortunately, BERNINA
prevent you from downloading this file and may need to be turned off temporarily)
artista 4.0 and earlier versions are NOT supported on Windows Vista. Internal testing
with Vista compatible HASP4 device drivers was not successful.
3. Choose to save the file to your DESKTOP or create a temporary folder on your hard
drive (C:\temp).
Due to this, we will not be able to troubleshoot or assist with getting any earlier version
to work on Windows Vista. All users of earlier versions that wish to use Vista will need
4. Once the download is complete, go to your Desktop or C:\temp and double-left click to update to BERNINA Embroidery Software v5.0 in order for it to be supported and
on the file to activate the installer.
work.
5. Click NEXT, I AGREE and YES to proceed through the installer.
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6. Wait for the installer to complete. Click FINISH to finalize the install.
BERNINA ARTLink v5.0 - ARTLink v5.0 program does not require a dongle in order
to open and should be able to work on Windows Vista. If specific problems occur
within older versions of ARTLink, the solution would be to update to a newer version
of ARTLink. Contact your BERNINA dealer for details on how to get a copy of the
BERNINA ARTLink v5.0 Installation CD.
INSTALLATION of v5.0
1. Insert the v5.0 Installation CD-ROM and proceed to install the BERNINA
Embroidery Software v5.0 onto the PC.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------2. As you are going through the installation of v5.0, you will be asked,
“Install the Embroidery Software for:” with 2 options available. You MUST choose BERNINA CPS v4.1 - CPS v4.1 program does not require a dongle in order to open
“Anyone who uses this computer (all users)” in order for v5.0 to work correctly on the and should be able to work on Windows Vista. In a few tests, there have been reports
Windows Vista PC. Click NEXT to continue on with the installation.
that a ‘Registration of Knob.ocx failed’ error may occur when you attempt to open CPS
v4.1. Clicking OK from this message should allow you to open CPS.
3. As the v5.0 continues to install, you will encounter the following notice: Click
CANCEL from this message window and the installation for v5.0 will continue. It is If other specific problems occur within older versions of CPS, the solution would be to
necessary to prevent ActiveSync from installing as it is replaced with the new Win- update CPS v4.1. Contact your BERNINA dealer for details on how to get a copy of
dows Noble Device Center (WMDC) in Windows Vista that is the updated version to the BERNINA CPS v4.1 Installation CD.
School Vacation
Monday April 16th thru Saturday April 21st
Monday, April 16th & Saturday, April
21st
INTRO TO SEWING
For kids ages 8-11
9:30 to 12:30
Tuesday, April 17th thru Friday, April
20th
RAG QUILT VEST
All ages
9:30 to 12:30
INTRO TO SEWING
For Teens ages 13-19
1:30 to 4:30
PURSE/BAGS & TOTLES
for all ages
1:00 to 4:00
We are doing it again, we have packed this week with lots of
activities so check the schedule out and come join us.
CLASS SIZES ARE LIMITED SO SIGN UP EARLY. SUPPLY
LIST, COSTS AND SAMPLES ARE AT THE STORE.
Wednesay, April 18th
DRESS UP JEANS
for all ages
1:00 to 4:00
Thursday, April 19th
DENIM ORGANIZER
For all ages
1:00 to 4:00
Friday, April 20th
OPEN SEWING
1:00 to 4:00
APRIL 2007 Auburn
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
4
Intro to Sewing
0930 to 1230
5
Sew Studio
0930 to 1230
Friday
2
Bernina Guide #1
0930 to 1230
Brother Guide #1
0130 to 0430
3
Cote Club
0930 to 1230
9 Bernina
Guide #2 & 3
0930 to 1230
Brother
Guide #2 & 3
0130 to 0430
10
Embroidery Basic
0930 to 1230
16 Intro to Sewing
for Kids Ages 8 -11
0930 to 1230
Intro to Sewing for
Teens Ages 13- 19
0130 to 0430
17 Rag Quilt Vest
0930 to 1230
Purse/Bags & Totes
0100 to 0400
Purple Flower Patch
#3 0600 to 0900
18 Rag Quilt Vest
0930 to 1230
19 Rag Quilt Vest
0930 to 1230
20 Rag Quilt Vest
0930 to 1230
Dress-Up Jeans
0100 to 0400
Denim Organizer
0100 to 0400
Open Sewing
0100 to 0400
23 Bernina
Guide #4 & 5
0930 to 1230
Brother
Guide #4 &5
0130 to 0430
30
Bernina Embroidery
0930 to 1230
Brother Embroidery
0130 to 0430
24
Software Intro
0930 to 1230
Photo On Fabric
0630 to 0900
25
Beginners Guide to
Quilting #1
0930 to 1230
Purple Flower Patch
#1 0600 to 0900
11
12
Crafting for Charity
0930 to 1230
Purple Flower Patch
#2 0600 to 0900
26
SPRING TUNE UP
ALL DAY EVENT
7
Bernina Guide #1
0930 to 1230
0100 to 0400
EASTER
SUNDAY
CLOSED
13
Natalie’s Table
Runner #2
0930 to 1230
14 Bernina
Guide #2 & 3
0930 to 1230
15
Sampler Quilt #1
1100 to 0200
27
Loon Quilt #1
0930 to 1230
Egg Hunt #1 with
Koleen Painchaud
0130 to 0500
Tuesday
1
Software Advance
0930 to 1230
7
Bernina Guide #1
0930 to 1230
Brother Guide #1
0130 to 0430
14
Bernina
Guide #2 & 3
0930 to 1230
Brother Guide #2 &3
0130 to 0430
JUNE 2007 AUBURN
Monday
Tuesday
Memory Quilt #1
0600 to 0900
8
Embroidery Basic
0930 to 1230
Cote Club
0130 to 0430
Memory Quilt #2
0600 to 0900
15
Software Intro
0930 to 1230
Memory Quilt #3
0600 to 0900
Brother Guide #2
0100 to 0400
21 Intro to Sewing
for Kids Ages 8 -11
0930 to 1230
Intro to Sewing for
Teens Ages 13- 19
0100 to 0400
22
Sampler Quilt #2
1100 to 0200
28
Fabric postcards &
cards with
Sarah Ann
0930 to 0330
29
Sampler Quilt #3
1100 to 0200
Wednesday
2
Beginners Guide to
Quilting #2
0930 to 1230
9
Beginners Guide to
Quilting #3
0930 to 1230
Intro to Sewing
0130 to 0430
16
Beginners Guide to
Quilting #4
0930 to 1230
23
Beginners Guide to
Quilting #5
0930 to 1230
28
MEMORIAL DAY
STORE OPENED
30
29
Thursday
3
Serger Guide
0930 to 1230
Appliqué #1 w/Lisa
0130 to 0430
10
Crafting for Charity
0930 to 1230
Gracie Sales Demo
1000 to 1130
Appliqué #2 w/Lisa
0130 to 0430
17
DIAMOND
GARDEN PARTY
24
Intro to Serger
Sewing
0930 to 1230
Friday
4
Loon Quilt #2
0930 to 1230
Egg Hunt #2 with
Koleen Painchaud
0130 to 0500
11
Thread Painting #1
0930 to 1230
Egg Hunt #3 with
Koleen Painchaud
0130 to 0500
Saturday
5
Mother & Child Class
Funky Flowers
Wall Hanging
1000 to 400
Sunday
5
Attic Garden View
1000 to 0300
12
Mother & Child Class
Funky Flowers
Wall Hanging
1000 to 400
13
Reversible Vest
1000 to 0300
18
Thread Painting #2
0930 to 1230
Egg Hunt #4 with
Koleen Painchaud
0130 to 0500
19
Teen Jean Gallery
1000 to 400
20
Machine Quilt
Design with
Sarah Ann Smith
0930 to 0330
25
Fine Machine
Sewing #1
0930 to 1230
26
Beaded & Fringed Silk
Scarf
1000 to 0400
Photo on Fabric
0130 to 0430
Punch Tool
Creations
0600 to 0900
Thursday
8
Brother Guide #1
22
15
Bernina Guide #4 &5 Window Software
0930 to 1230
0930 to 1230
Brother Guide
#4 & 5
0130 to 0430
Memory Quilt #4
0600 to 0900
Wednesday
Sunday
1
Intro to Sewing For
All Ages
1030 to 0230
6
Natalie’s Table
Runner #1
0930 to 1230
MAY 2007 Auburn
Monday
Saturday
31
Sew Studio
0930 to 1230
Sewing Pattern
0130 to 0430
Friday
1
Fine Machine
Sewing #2
0930 to 1230
Saturday
2
Butterfly Window
Treatments
1000 to 0300
Sunday
3
Intro to Sewing For
All Ages
1030 to 0230
8
Quilt As You Go
Table Runner #1
0930 to 1230
9
Crazy Patch Vest
Decorative Stitches
#1
0930 to 0100
10
Crazy Quilted Scarf
#1 1100 to 0200
4
Bernina Guide #1
0930 to 1230
Brother Guide #1
0130 to 0430
5
Cote Club
0930 to 1230
Software Intro
0130 to 0430
Intro to Paper
Piecing #1
0600 to 0900
6
Intro to Sewing
0930 to 1230
7
Sew Studio
0930 to 1230
Window Software
0130 to 0430
Crafting for Charity
0130 to 0430
11
Bernina Guide #2
0930 to 1230
12
Embroidery Basic
0930 to 1230
Intro to Paper
Piecing #2
0600 to 0900
13
Intro to Serger
Sewing
0930 to 1230
14
Decorative Work #1
0930 to 1230
15
Quilt As You Go
Table Runner #2
0930 to 1230
16
Crazy Patch Vest
With Decorative
Stitches #2
0930 to 0100
17
Crazy Quilted Scarf
#2 1100 to 0200
19
20
Hot Air Balloon
Wallhanging #1
0100 to 0400
21
Decorative Work #2
0930 to 1230
22
Quilt As You Go
Table Runner #3
0930 to 1230
23
Decorative Stitch
Machine Applique
With Sarah Ann
0930 to 0330
24
Crazy Quilted Scarf
#3 1100 to 0200
27
Hot Air Balloon
Wallhanging #2
0100 to 0400
28
Sewing Pattern 101
0930 to 1230
29
30
Bernina Guide #1
0930 to 1230
Brother Guide #1
0100 to 0400
Brother Guide #2
0130 to 0430
18
Bernina Guide #3
0930 to 1230
Brother Guide #3
0130 to 0430
25
Bernina Embroidery
0930 to 1230
Brother Embroidery
0130 to 0430
Intro to Paper
Piecing #3
0600 to 0900
26 Bernina Embroidery
0930
Intro to
to 1230
Paper
Brother
Piecing Embroidery
#4
0100
0600 to
to 0400
0900
Intro to Paper
Piecing #4
0600 to 0900
Special Hours
27
Bernina
Embroidery
0930 to 1230
Brother
Embroidery
0100 to 0400
Auburn Classes & Events:
COTE BROS. CLASS POLICY: All Classes, Lectures, and trips must be paid for in advance. You may register by
phone or e-mail, however, you must pay for the class within one week. Some classes fill up quickly, so sign up early.
Any refund on classes will be by store credit only. No-shows and calls after a class starts do not qualify for a refund.
While an occasional emergency comes up, please call us prior to start of the class if you can’t make it or you are running late. Please turn off cell phones during class in respect to others. While taking a paid class, you qualify for a 10%
discount on notions including thread (not to be combined with other promotions). Please bring sewing machines that
are operational or have them repaired prior to date of class. ENJOY YOUR CLASS!!!
Basic Class Information: When you come to class, remember to bring your basic sewing
supplies: scissors, pins, seam ripper, thread, needles, tape measure, stabilizer, embroidery
threads, etc. If you are taking a specialty or quilting class perhaps you will need a rotary
cutter or other special tools. Most class projects will be completed in class, except for
perhaps some handwork at home, such as binding of a quilt.
We offer many types of classes, hands on sewing, lecture demo and computer classes.
We do have class minimums and unfortunately, sometimes they have to be cancelled.
For scheduling purposes, if the class minimum is not met, the class will be cancelled the
Thursday before the week of the class. Please sign up early!
Bernina Guide Classes: Guide classes are offered to everyone free of charge if they buy
a machine at Cote Brothers. Those who have bought machines elsewhere are welcome to
join our class for $15.00 per session. These classes are strongly recommended to owners
of new machines as they not only teach you how to use your machine, but also how to
care for your new machine. Please register in advance. Check the schedule for the time
convenient for you.
The classes are broken down as follows:
Bernina Guide #1 - For all Bernette and Bernina Owners: This class covers the first
lesson in the Mastery Guide. In this general overview, we will look at the entire machine
and discuss the function of each knob and button; we will also discuss threads, needles,
threading and winding the bobbin, and how all are combined to create the best stitch.
Bernina Guide #2& #3 - For all Bernette and Bernina Owners: This class covers
lessons two and three of the mastery guide. Each of the practical utility stitches and their
functions will be discussed and samples will be sewn out.
Bernina Guide #4 & #5 - For all Bernette and Bernina Owners: This class covers
lessons 4 and 5 of the mastery guide. How to achieve your best decorative stitches and
how to enter stitches into the machine’s memory will be discussed and samples of each
will be stitched out.
Bernina Embroidery – For Bernina Embroidery Owners: This class is for all of the
owners of Bernina Embroidery Machines. How to hook up the embroidery system and
run basic embroidery functions will be covered.
Serger Guide – For Bernina Serger Owners This class will help you feel comfortable
with threading and features of your serger.
Brother Guide Classes: These guide classes are free to all customers who have purchased
Brother machines from Cote Bros. Those who have bought machines elsewhere are
welcome to join our class for $15.00 per session. You are encouraged to take these guide
classes more than once if you would like, or if you feel like you need a refresher. These
lessons will make you feel confident and comfortable with your machine. Please register
in advance for a class. Check the calendar for a guide class time convenient for you. The
classes are broken down as follows:
Brother Guide #1 - For all Brother Owners: This class covers the first lesson in the
Mastery Guide. In this general overview, we will look at the entire machine and discuss
the function of each knob and button; we will also discuss threads, needles, threading and
winding the bobbin, and how all are combined to create the best stitch.
Brother Guide #2 & #3 - For all Brother Owners: This class covers lessons two and
three of the mastery guide. Each of the practical utility stitches and their functions will
be discussed and samples will be sewn out.
Brother Guide #4 & #5 - For all Brother Owners: This class covers lessons 4 and 5 of
the mastery guide. How to achieve your best decorative stitches and how to enter stitches
into the machine’s memory will be discussed and samples of each will be stitched out.
Brother Embroidery – For Brother Embroidery Owners: This class is for all of the
owners of Brother Embroidery Machines. How to hook up the embroidery system and run
basic embroidery functions will be covered.
Serger Guide – For Brother Serger Owners This class will help you feel comfortable
with threading and features of your serger.
Cote Club: This brand new club has been created and it will replace the replace Bernina
club. This new club will be for all Bernina and Brother owners. If you purchase a sewing
machine valued over $1000 you get one-year free membership to “Cote Club”. This is a
free class and is generally held on Tuesday each month.. If you haven’t bought a machine
within the past year, meet the price value or own another brand of machine you are still
invited to join us for a small fee of $15.00 per session. Each meeting will have a specific
project so come and join us and make some new friends
Software Classes: Instructor: Natalie Simard & Deb Titus. Pricing for these classes will
be $40.00 per session if you purchased your software from Cote Brothers. We will be
offering both entry-level and advanced classes. Each level will meet once a month on the
days as described. These are lecture demo classes, feel free to bring your laptop and work
along. We use an overhead projector and laptop for you to easily follow along. You should
complete entry level before taking the advanced classes.
Anyone that has purchased software after November 1st 2006 will get a punch card for
3 free classes for Editor Plus and 6 free classes for Designer Plus.
- Entry-Level: Editor Light, Editor Plus, and beginners using Designer Plus
- Advanced: Advanced is for Designer Plus Users
Check class schedule for varied times and call for class details and supplies.
Grace Quilting Frame Sales Demo: FREE Instructor: Ron Blake Thursday, May 10th
at 1000 AM. If you are thinking about purchasing one, then this demo style class is just
what you are looking for. We will show you all of the tricks to loading and working on
your Grace or Little Grace. Finish your quilts the way you want to! Free to customers
who are thinking of purchasing their frame from Cote Bros.
Needle Punch Creations: Tuesday, May 29th 06:30 to 09:30 PM Instructor: Judy. Felting
is an old handicraft technique made much easier with a sewing machine. By simply
replacing your presser foot and needle with a needle punch tool you become limited only
by your imagination. So come join Judy and let your imagination explode.
Craft for Charity: Once a month on Thursday and work on a variety of projects with a
common goal of helping someone else. The dates will be April 12th from 0930 to 1230,
May 10th from 0930 to 1230 and June 7th from 0130 to 0430.
Intro to Sewing: Cost: $15.00 per class. Wednesday, April 4th 0930 to 1230, Wednesday,
May 9th 0130 to 0430, Wednesday, June 6th 0930 to 1230. Always wanted to learn how
to sew and you have no idea where to begin come in and we will show you. Even if you
don’t have a sewing machine we have the equipment to teach you on.
Sew Studio: Cost $15 per class.Thursday, April 5th 0930 to 1230, Thursday, May 31st
0930 to 1230, Thursday, June 7th 0930 to 1230. This is a unique type of class in that it
offers you the opportunity to brush up on your sewing skills or just to receive some help
finishing your current project. We offer assistance with everything from garments to
crafts and quilting to home decor. Come join others and see how much fun we have.
Thread Painting Instructor: Natalie. Cost $30.00 Friday, May 11th & May 18h 0930
to 1230 Come create a beautiful painting with thread. Try something new! Thread paint
a sky so the clouds “puff” out, add interest to the center of a flower, fill in an appliquéd
tree with all the branches. These are a few of the techniques we will cover in this class.
All skill levels. Supply list
Embroidery Basics: Tuesday, April 10th 09:30 to 12:30, Tuesday, May 8th 09:30 to
12:30 or Tuesday, June 12th 09:30 to 12:30 Cost $15.00 per class. Learn from the ground
up and improve the appearance of your final product. This class will walk you through the
use of stabilizers, threads and needles. We will also demonstrate how to use a hoop and
more. Don’t be afraid to embroider that special design anymore.
Embroidery Easter & Passover Greeting Cards: April 3rd 09:30 to 12:30 Instructor:
Deb Cost $15.00 Really want to impress those special people in your life come join Deb
and make some beautifully embroidered cards. Supply list All skill levels
Purple Flower Patch 3 Weeks Tuesday, April 3rd thru April 17th 0630 to 0900 PM
Instructor: Judy. Cost $45.00 includes pattern. Get ready for spring, this throw (66 x 77)
will help you forget the cold and think of the warm spring flowers. This has the ability to
be made into a larger quilt if you are ambitious. Supply List Skill level: Beginners
Sewing Patterns 101: Cost: $15.00 Thursday, May 31st 0130 to 0430, Thursday, June
28th 0930 to 1230 Skill Level: Beginner Are you interested in sewing? Are you just
getting started and wondering how to read and cut out a pattern? In this 3-hour class,
Faye will teach you how to read a pattern so you can get off on the right foot. You’ll be
sewing and glad you took this class.
Quilting for Beginners: 5 Weeks- Guest Instructor: Lucille Hunt Cost: $75.00
Wednesday, April 25th thru May 23rd 0930 to 1230. Choose from a variety of patterns.
This is a class for those who have always wanted to make a quilt but didn’t know where
and how to begin or for those who still consider themselves beginners. Once you’ve made
this quilt, you won’t want to stop making them. Supply List.
Photos on Fabric: Instructor: Lisa & Anita Cost: $15.00 Tuesday, April 24th 0600 to
0900, Thursday, May 24th 0130 to 0430 Skill Level: Must have computer experience
This was such a successful class last quarter, we have brought it back. Learn to print
photos on fabric hands on. We will have a printer and a computer in class and we will
show you how to scan and print your photo on a specially treated fabric sheet. This class
will be limited to 5 students.
Memory Quilt: Instructor: Lisa. Cost $60.00 4 weeks, Tuesday, May 1st thru May 22nd
0600 to 0900 Photo Fabric limited to 5 pictures per student cost to prepare is $10.00
per picture. Your pictures must be brought to the store no later then in order to give us
able time to prepare them for class. Now with your beautiful photo on fabric we will
now create an easy crazy quilt squares and assemble them so that you can use for you
create that special quilt. This makes a beautiful keepsake. Come in and check out the
Anniversary quilt Lisa made for her parents. Supply List.
Window Software Class: Instructor Ron Cost $20.00 Tuesday, May 22nd 0930 ton
1230, Wednesday, June 6th 0130 to 0430 Software and Basic Window’s application. This
class is for saving and getting designs to your computer. We will show you how to save
designs to your computer in folders and file them in easy to find folder. We will also
cover how to send designs directly to the sewing/Embroidery machine and also by way
of floppy disc, USB Memory sticks, cards and other media. We may use a magic box. We
will use the overhead and you are welcome to bring a laptop to follow along.
Decorative Works Instructor: Lisa Cost $30.00 2 Weeks, Thursday June 14th & 21st
0930 ton1230 We will make a stylish bag and decorate it with decorative stitches. We’ll
also learn how to couch embellishment threads and we’ll be playing with decorative yarn
in our bobbins to create a one of a kind design to embellish our bags. You can also add
ribbon, buttons or any other embellishments to make it all your own. The possibilities
are endless! All skill levels
Spring Appliqué Wall Hanging Instructor: Lisa Cost $30.00 2 Weeks, Thursday, May
3rd & 10th 0130 to 0430 This springy four-block wall-hanging is sure to rid you of those
winter blues. Learn how to machine appliqué these bright flower blocks with an easy
fusible technique. Makes a great Mother’s Day gift or just add it to your spring décor.
Attic Garden View: Instructor Lisa Cost: $25.00 Sunday, May 5th 1000 to 0300 Come
create this beautiful attic garden window wallhanging in one day. We will fussy cut 6
large floral fabrics (or other large print) and incorporate them into this easy attic windows
pattern. All skill levels
Reversible Vest Instructor: Jackie Cost: $15.00 Sunday, May 13th 1000 to 0300 pattern
included. Beginners Level Join us for this class and make yourself a beautiful vest for
Spring and Summer that is really two vests in one! The design is simple and the concept,
elegant. Choose two fabrics of your choice for two different looks. The vest pattern will
be provided to you in class; the one size fits most, but can be cut a little bigger or smaller,
according to your shape… so all you really need to do is choose fabric and buttons,
thread, and away you go! Come and join us for this class and make a classy, versatile
garment for yourself. Warning: we’re hoping you and your machine are in good form,
because admiring friends will be asking you to make one for them! Let your imagination
run wild!
Funky Flowers Instructor: Jackie Cost: $30.00 Saturday, May 5th & 12th 1000 to
0400 :This is our first Mother & Child class. Get inspired and have some fun creating
your own “Mini-Masterpiece!” For this class you will be making a beautiful bouquet of
flowers using Machine Appliqué techniques, combined with Machine quilting. With just
a few basic materials you will be able to prepare and stitch colorful appliqué pieces to a
small piece of background fabric, which when quilted and bound will become your miniwall hanging. There are many different ways to embellish and hang your quick and easy
project that is the really fun part! So come and join us for this class and sew out a great
little project that will be uniquely yours. All skill levels
Egg Hunt Guest Instructor: Koleen Painchaud Cost: $75.00 4 Weeks, Friday April
27th thru May 18th 0130 to 0500 Once again, Koleen has stepped out of the box and has
created an amazing fun pattern. This particular wall hanging’s original name is Easter Egg
Hunt; however, we’ve modified the name to Egg Hunt. You will learn muslin foundation
crazy patch piecing along with doing a piping with fused on appliqué and buttonhole
stitching. All skill levels
Natalie’s Table Runner Instructor: Natalie Cost $30.00 2 Weeks, Friday, April 6th
& 13th 0930 to 1230 Natalie has designed her own pattern for this one of a kind table
runner. Come join her and learn something new while creating a beautiful runner for that
special area in your home.
Sampler Quilt 3 Weeks, Sunday, April 15th thru 29th 1030 to 0300 Instructor: Mel
Cost $45.00 plus cost of pattern. Want to make something that is bright, cheery and
challenging come try your hand on a beautiful sampler quilt that will show off your
personality in style. All skill levels
Teen Jean Gallery Saturday, May 19th 1000 to 0400 Cost $30.00 Change ordinary
pants into Haute Couture Jeans for mere pennies! Dress up your jeans with just some
blanket binding and floral trim. It’s easy and a great way to give a fresh look to your old
pair of jeans. All ages & all skill levels are welcome.
Beaded & Fringed Scarf Saturday, May 26th 1000 to 0400 Cost $30.00 The scarf is
still the most important accessory in fashion. Add some instant style and “bling” to your
wardrobe. Make it in a neutral color to blend with lots of your clothes or choose a fabric
that makes a statement. All ages are welcome. All skill levels
Quilted Braided Table Runner: Instructor: Natalie 3 weeks, Friday, June 8th thru 22nd
0930 to 12:30. Cost $55.00 includes pattern. Many of you ask about our table runner we
have on display, come join us and learn how one basic pattern can take on multiple looks.
Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate.
Fabric Postcards are FUN! Cost $50.00 Saturday, April 28th 09:30 to 3:30 pm Guest
Instructor: Sarah Ann Smith You can use any technique from traditional to art quilts
on a postcard. We will use fusible web to make six, eight or more postcards each in
class. I will demonstrate several art techniques with which you may not be familiar with
including painting on fabric, stamping on fabric, using Shiva Paintstiks, using Angelina
fibers, couching yarns and more. You may use these techniques or not, as you wish.
Small kit fee for the Peltex “base” for eight postcards. See supply list for details. Class
is limited to 12 individuals
Bernina 200E
ONLY
$3599.00
Fine Machine Sewing: 2 Weeks Friday, May 25th & June 1st 09:30-12:30 Instructor
Natalie Cost $30.00 Need to finish the edge of that special project but not certain how
or afraid to try because you might ruin your project come join Natalie and learn the ins
and outs of fancy finished edges. You can apply to garments or home décor. Supply list
Skill Level: Beginners
Machine Quilting Design: Cost $50.00 Sunday, May 20th 09:30 to 3:30 pm Guest
Instructor: Sarah Ann Smith Stumped about how to quilt your quilt top? Have a stencil,
but it’s the wrong size? Can’t find anything to go with that stencil? Then this is the class
for you---whether you plan to quilt by hand or machine, learn how to choose a design that
will complement and enhances your quilt top. We will discuss how to choose a design,
use a transparent overlay sheet to “test” options, considerations for the design depending
on whether you plan to hand or machine quilt, and suitable threads. Class is limited to
12 individuals
Butterfly Window Treatment: 1 week Saturday, June 2nd 1000 to 0300 Instructor:
Faye Cost $25.00 This is a great way to dress up your windows with something simple
but uniquely elegant. Choose fabrics to coordinate with your room’s décor. Supply List
Skill Level: Beginners
Intro to Paper Piecing 4 Weeks, Tuesday, June 5th thru June 26th 0100 to 0400
Instructor: Lisa Cost $60.00 plus foundation panels. You’ve read about it, seen it in all
the magazines come see what the latest craze is all about. What a wonderful way to use
up scraps and create a one of a kind. All skill levels
Crazy Patch Vest With Decorative Stitches 2 Weeks, Saturday, June 9th & 16th 0930
to 0100 Instructor: Judy Cost $30.00 Anyone who sews out there must have a drawer
full of scrap fabric? Of course you do! Why not join us for this class and learn how to
make a beautiful designer looking vest at the fraction of the cost. The project is fun,
relaxing, and will make you feel very creative, as each vest will lend itself to be your
signature piece. All skill levels
Crazy Quilt Scarf: 3 Weeks Sunday June 10th thru June 24th 1100 to 0200 Instructor:
Anita Cost: $45.00 Make this elegant scarf, using scraps of silk, velvet, taffeta, brocade
etc. Any fabric goes! I’ve even used fabric from old clothes that I’ll never wear again.
You can personalize your scarf with decorative threads and stitches. You’ll learn about
bobbin work and couching using ribbons and yarns. Add embroidery, beading, tassels or
pretty ribbon and any other types of embellishments. Find out why this scarf will make
you creatively “crazy”!!! You won’t get enough. This scarf will look great with your
favorite sweater. Supply list. All skill levels
Hot Air Balloon Wallhanging 2 Weeks Wednesday, June 20th & 27th 0100 to 0400
Instructor: Faye Cost $30.00 In honor of the balloon festival, Faye created this beautiful
simple wallhanging come celebrate what has become an annual tradition in the Twin
Cities. All Skill Levels
Intro to Sewing for Kids Ages 8 to 11: Cost: $15.00 per class. Monday, April 16th 0930
to 1230, or Saturday, May 21st 0930 to 1230. This is great introduction of sewing for the
younger generation. All the basics will be taught under adult supervision. If you need to
earn your sewing badge for Girl Scouts what a wonderful way to begin. Even if your child
does not have a sewing machine we have machines available to teach you on.
Intro to Sewing for Teens Ages 13 to 19: Cost: $15.00 per class. Monday, April 16th
0130 to 0430, or Saturday, May 21st 0100 to 0400. What to be able to sew & create your
own one of a kind outfit but you don’t know where to begin come in and learn the basics
of sewing. Even if you don’t have a sewing machine we have machines available to teach
you on.
Rag Quilt Vest This will be a four day class Tuesday, April 17th thru Friday, April 20th
0930 to 1230 Cost: $50.00 This is open to all ages and if you can at least sew a straight
stitch . Come create your one of a kind vest that will be the envy of all your friends.
Dress Up Jeans Wednesday, April 18th 0100 to 0400 Cost $15.00 Change ordinary
pants into Haute Couture Jeans for mere pennies! Dress up your jeans with just some
blanket binding and floral trim. It’s easy and a great way to give a fresh look to your old
pair of jeans. All ages & all skill levels are welcome.
Denim Organizer Thursday, April 19th 0100 to 0400 Cost $15.00 Fun organizer made
from the legs of cut-off jeans, is a great recycling project. The finished hem of the jeans
creates the top of the organizer’s pockets, so no need to bind the edges. Once created it
can be embellished to fit your personality. All ages & all skill levels are welcome.
440QEE Owners
UPDATE FOR THE MEGAHOOP
If you have a 440QEE and want to use the giant mega hoop, with the current EC on PC
software version 2.0 the embroidery module will not recognize the mega hoop. Here is
what you need to do. Go to www.berninausa.com and go to the software Updates section. Look for the Mega hoop patch for EC on PC 2.0 and you can download it for free.
This patch is good for the software for the following machines Aurora 440QEE, 430EE,
Artista 630E, 640E, 730E. You can also download this software if you have installed the
new 5.0 software.
We have some great used machines such as the Bernina 200E for a great price with all
the updates and we can upgrade it with the BSR & USB memory stick for a great price
of (come in and see) this would make it the same as the Bernina 730E. You also get a
one year labor warrantee plus the remainder of Bernina’s 20 year warrantee, free annual
tune-up and unlimited free guide classes. We have only two left at these prices so hurry
up and reserve yours now.
DON’T FORGET
Be sure that all peripherals are unplugged when embroidering on a 200/730.
Once the pattern has been loaded from the computer, or CD Rom drive it is not
necessary or advisable to leave them connected to the machine. In some instances if
the computer goes into hibernate mode or if the screen saver starts up the machine may freeze
while it is trying to embroider.
QUILTER’S HERITAGE CELEBRATION
LANCASTER, PENNSYLVANIA
MARCH 25TH THRU MARCH 30TH 2008
We have had a wonderful response to this upcoming trip and yes if you missed the deposit
deadline there is still room for you but don’t wait too long. Just as a reminder a deposit of
$100.00 is required at sign-up. The cost for this trip which will include roundtrip motor coach
transportation, four nights of lodging, hotel taxes, eight meals (4 breakfasts/4 dinners) meal
taxes and gratuities. You have a choice to book as a single room for $875.00 or as a double
room for $700.00. Payment can be done in installments; however, finale payment must be made
by January 15th, 2008. Please note that your deposit is non-refundable after January 15th,
2008 unless I am able to fill your seat.
CRAFTING FOR CHARITY
Thank you so very much for the vast response and beautiful
contributions that we have received so far. Your talents are incredible
and greatly appreciated by those who have received them. This
endeavor could not be realized without your generous and selfless
contributions of time, materials and vast talents. So give yourselves
a huge hand and please accept our sincere thanks.
A
What’s the best
&
Q way to cut very small jump
stitches between design parts?
Jump stitches of all lengths are best trimmed with curved-tip embroidery scissors and tweezers. Very small jumps (1/8” or less) are considered
“buried stitches” and are to remain intact. These compact stitches are a
digitizer’s way of getting between small areas of a design, such as between
words or monogram letters.
To easily trim jump stitches, use tweezers to pull up on the stitch close to
one end and snip the thread close to the fabric surface. Repeat for the other
end of the jump stitch. The tweezers pull the tread taut; when the tread is
released, it retracts into the design after a close trim. For thread numbs that
remain between stitches, use a blunt needle tip to gently push the thread end
back into the design.
For best results, trim jump stitches often during the embroidery process
to prevent burying long jump stitches under the design.
BUS TRIP
Thursday, August 2nd
LOWELL QUILT FESTIVAL 2007
The Lowell Quilt Festival is
now an annual event and by popular request from our customers we
will be sponsoring a bus trip. We
will be going on Thursday, August
2nd and the bus will depart Cote
Brothers at 7 AM sharp, allowing
us ample time to arrive for when
the doors open at both locations
for 10 AM. The event on Thursday
runs until 6 pm which is the time the bus will be departing to head home
and should be back at Cote Brothers around 9 pm. The cost will be
$50.00 per person, which includes the price of admission. You will be
on your own for meals. So reserve your seat early as this trip normally
fills up fast. There will be a $10.00 deposit required to hold your seat
and finally payment will be due by July 16th.
The Images Quilt Show will be held August 2nd through 5th at the
Lowell Memorial Auditorium and the DoubleTree Hotel, both in the
heart of historic Lowell, Massachusetts. The Tsongas Arena, which
has been the site of past Images, will be closed for extensive repairs to
the rink area, and the Lowell Memorial Auditorium is a truly beautiful
building which offers a warm and gracious setting for our quilt exhibits.
Also The DoubleTree is located conveniently just across from the Auditorium, and there is ample parking at both venues.
The juried exhibit will include approximately 150-juried quilts at
the Auditorium, and there will be a number of exciting Special Exhibits, at the DoubleTree. An enticing selection of vendors will be at both
venues.
MUSEUM EXHIBIT & ANTIQUE EXHIBIT:
For the 2007 Festival, the New England Quilt Museum exhibition
will be Uncovered in New Hampshire, featuring quilts from the New
Hampshire Documentation Project.
Again in 2007, Gerald E. Roy will be curating an exhibit of antique
quilts from his extensive collection for the Lowell Quilt Festival. His
choice for the 2007 show is to be announced. Gerald is a well-known
and respected collector and curator, and this event is one of the premier
exhibits of antique quilts in the region. Gallery talks will be given every
day at 1:30 pm.
So come join the fun !
Try the award-winning
artista 730E.
Come in today and find out why
Consumers Digest gave this innovative sewing
and embroidery system a Best Buy award.
www.berninausa.com
Nothing Sews Like A Bernina. Nothing.
Our anniversary. Your year.
The BEST BUY SEAL is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license.
A day of fun, prizes, surprises, refreshments, great prices, demos and more.
We will be giving away over $3000.00 worth of prizes. No purchase needed to win.
For every fifty dollars you spend you will get another entry into the drawing. Example if you buy a sewing machine for $1000 you will get 20 entries plus one free
one for a total of 21 entries to win. The top prize is an embroidery CD collection
of 1500 designs (value of $1500). We will also be giving away a Bernina Bernette
E65 sewing machine. This is a Marie Osmond machine with a needle threader and
many stitches and attachments. Free embroidery design CD of your choice from our
“Embroidery Take-Out. Many smaller prizes as well.
We will have several machines set-up to perform special tasks and have daylong
demos to show. We will even put any foot on a machine and let you try before you
buy.
Our software teacher will be on hand to give you demos of the Bernina software
and to answer any questions you may have. Ron
will be demonstrating the Grace machine with
the new “Sure-Stitch” and the new templates
for machine quilting. He will even set up the
CoteQuilter10 and demo it on the Grace or by
itself.
If you are thinking of purchasing a new
sewing machine this may be the time. We will
be having some great prices and some special
financing just for the event. This is Bernina’s
75th year anniversary and we are celebrating in
a big way.
©2007 Bernina of America
Diamond Garden “Party”