Cote Bros NewsletterSpring 06.indd

T E L : 207-782-5922 Auburn 207-355-3498 Newport
730 Center St. Auburn Plaza
Auburn, ME 04210
PRESORTED
STANDARD U.S.
POSTAGE PAID
AUBURN, ME
PERMIT NO. 115
04210
162 Elm Street
Newport, ME 04953
sew@cotebrothers.com
www.cotebrothers.com
UPDATE ON OUR NEWPORT STORE
We’re happy to say that our Newport store is doing well. Susan and
Jan have all the guide classes scheduled as well as Bernina Club, Embroidery Club and Software Club. Please check the schedule and call or stop
in to sign up for classes. Remember that guide classes are free to you for
as long as you own your machine. We welcome all of our old Bangor
area customers to come to Newport to take their classes. We now carry
the Brother line of sewing machines in the Newport store at a very reasonable price loaded with features and very user friendly including some
Disney Embroidery Machines. Newport also carries Bernina feet as well
Jan; This isn’t Sleepy Hollow, you must have been sewing all night!
as a nice selection of threads and notions. They also stock Dakota Collectibles Embroidery designs. While you’re at Cote Bros. feel free to try
out any of the machines. You’ll love the new BSR (Bernina Stitch Regulator). It has revolutionized free motion quilting.
While you’re in the store, check out Stitches Fabric and Yarn. They
recently received a new shipment of quilting fabrics. Stitches also offers
some great classes. It’s really east to find on Rt. 2 in Newport (Elm St.).
Its only 25 minutes South of Bangor and 30 minutes North of Waterville.
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Maine’s Largest Selection of Sewing Machines
In-House Service and Repair Shop
“We’re Worth The Trip!”
782-5922
730 Center St., Auburn Plaza, Auburn
Also At: 162 Elm St., Newport 355-3498
www.cotebrothers.com
Sew Café is a sewing time for you to come in and just
sew. The coffee will be on and be free and so will the class.
This is just a great time to socialize, sew a project with other
sewers, make new friends, and just have fun. While there
won’t be a teacher in the classroom we will be available as
time permits to help you. There will also be other sewers
that may help as well. Bring in your machines or if you
would like to try one of ours feel free to test drive one at any
time. We have set aside this time for you and will have the
classroom available as much as possible (check the calendar). If you have some other ideas or things you would like
to do in this time let us know. This is a great time for friends
to get together.
Ron & Lisa
Meet Jan Frost
Jan Frost is manager of Stitches
Fabric and Yarn in Newport. She
is also owner of Frosted Quilts and
owns a large Gammill machine. She
has been quilting hers and other people’s quilts for many years. Her work
is impeccable along with her choices
of fabrics and colors. Jan owns a Bernina 200E, Bernina 180E and a Bernina 145. She also owns the Artista
Designer Plus Software. Many of her
works are on display at Stitches and
also in her studio along with a few in
our Auburn store. Please join Jan in
our Auburn Store for the braid table
runner class on June 28th. There
will be a morning session from 9:0012:00 and again from 1:00-4:00pm.
The class will be limited to 6 people
each session and the cost is $20.00.
Jan makes her classes fun so be ready
for a fun-filled class. Stop in the Auburn store to see her sample. Sign up
early as this class will sell out.
MAINE QUILTS 2006
You won’t want to miss the Maine Quilt Show to be held at the
Augusta Civic Center on Thursday, July 27th through Sunday, July 30th.
Maine Quilts 2006 is presented by the Pine Tree Quilters Guild. We
commend them for their hard work and dedication.
While there, make sure to check out all the incredible quilts on display including the exhibit “Lobstah Chowdah”. There will be free demonstrations and free door prizes. We will once again have a booth in the
Merchants Mall. Stop in and say hello and sign up to win some prizes.
Sarah Ann Smith will spend some time in our booth on Sunday, July
30th. Sarah had some beautiful award winning quilts at the show last
year. She has also taught some awesome quilting classes in our store and
is scheduled to teach even more. We always look forward to seeing you
there. Be sure to stop in and say hello and sign up to win some prizes.
Calling all Teachers
We are looking for teachers that want to
make some extra money teaching classes for
us in our classroom. We are looking for some
fresh ideas from beginner to advanced for a
wide range of classes such as Quilting, Home
Dec, Garment Sewing, Embroidery, Heirloom,
Feel free to come into Cote Bros. to test
drive any machine at anytime. Bring in your
project, fabric or whatever…try one machine
or try several. If you’ve thought that you might
want an embroidery machine, this would be
a great time to try one out. We at Cote Bros.
want to ensure that you buy the machine that’s
right for you. We offer unlimited guide classes
with every machine sold. We don’t just want
to sell you a sewing machine, we want to invite
you into our family and guide you through
your sewing experience whether you’re new at
sewing or experienced. Stop in and say hi and
“try before you buy”.
Brother PR 600
Demo Sale
$5,999
2 Machines at this price
While they last!
Many of you have requested that we have some more bus trips. Well here
they are, one on Saturday, May 6th and one on Thursday August 3rd.
Original Sewing & Quilt Expo:
Join us on Saturday, May 6th as we travel to Worcester, MA to the Original Quilt & Sewing Expo. If you love to sew, quilt, machine embroider,
embellish or knit this is the must see must do show. There will be quilt
exhibitions, fashion shows, new product demos and so much more.
You’ll feel like you’re in a sewing shopping mall jam packed with the
latest and greatest sewing needs.
The bus will depart at 7:00AM
from the Auburn store. The cost
All
is $50.00 and includes bus transAboard!
portation, general admission to
the expo and a ticket to a lecture
class. The show will be open from
9:00am to 5:00pm. We will stop
for a bite to eat on the way home.
Call Cote Bros. and reserve your
space today.
For more information on the expo,
you can visit www.sewingexpo.
com.
Lowell Quilt Festival:
Mark your calendar for this bus trip! We will be leaving the Auburn store
at 8:00am on Thursday, August 3rd for the Lowell Quilt Festival. The
cost will be $40.00 and includes your $10.00 admission to three venues. The show hours are from 10:00am to 6:00pm. We will visit Images
2006, a quilt show and special exhibit at the Tsongas Arena presented
by The New England Quilt Museum Auxiliary. There will be vendors
galore so be prepared to add to your stash. There will also be exhibits at
the Lowell Memorial Auditorium and the New England Quilt Museum.
We will leave the show at 6:00pm and we’ll stop to eat on the way home.
Call and reserve your seat early so you won’t miss this trip. For more
information on the festival go to www.lowellquiltfestival.org.
and anything you would like to teach. We have
a very lucrative payment based on the number of students in the class. We offer weekday
classes, evening classes, and Saturday classes
as well. If you are interested in teaching please
see Lisa or email her at lisa@cotebrothers.com.
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY
6 Needle Embroidary Machine
UPCOMING BUS TRIPS
HELP
WANTED
Part-Time Sales Person This
job opening is in the Auburn Store.
We are looking for an outgoing individual with a pleasant personality to
work 15-20 hours per week. Hours
include some Saturdays. Prior sales
experience would be very helpful. Please apply in person to Ron
Blake.
Magic Box Plus
The Magic Box is a great way to create your own dsign card for
your machine. You can take designs from your computer, internet,
or a CD and send them to
the box and write to a card
then take the card to your
machine. These boxes start
at $299 with a blank card.
Come join us in a class and
if you want to see if it will
work for you, take the class
and if you buy a magic box
from us will credit you the
class.
“Fine Finishes”
With Sarah Ann Smith
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 17th 10:00-4:00pm for
Sarah Ann Smith’s “Fine Finishes” class. Her April quilting class was
so popular that we decided to bring her back. In this class she will teach
you how to make PERFECT edges on your quilts including straight
grain, butted binding, bias double fold binding (French double fold),
faced edges including curved edges, piping to use as binding or an accent
on the bound edge. As well, she will discuss and, time permitting you
will learn how to make a few of these alternative edge including:
Prairie Points Scalloped edges Fused Bindings Alternatives to piping
Couched Yarn Triple-Stitch Accent Stitched Edges: Satin Stitch, Couched
yarns with zig-zag or blanket stitch “Bagged” back Striped/bias striped
bindings Back to front / underlap Sarah, who teaches a variety of quilting
classes, is an ardent quilter. She sells her art work and her own line of
quilting patterns that draw on quilting traditions, yet celebrate the artistic
individuality of the quilt maker. As a very young child, Sarah lived in
Spain, Thailand, and Argentina as her father, a former U.S. diplomat,
traveled while working for an oil company. Shortly after her sixth birthday, her family returned to the United States to live. It was then that a
neighbor girl made an apron for Sarah’s favorite doll, thus sparking a
fascination with textiles and fiber that continues to this day. Sarah has
quite a long list of accomplishments before you even include her sewing experience. She graduated from Georgetown University’s School of
Foreign Service: worked for a U.S. Congressman in Washington, D.C.:
earned a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy from the Fletcher School
of Law and Diplomacy and volunteered in Guinea-Bissau with Operation Crossroads Africa. Sarah served her first tour of duty for the U.S.
Foreign Service in Toronto, Canada. At that time, she lived across the
street from an Art Gallery and took her first drawing classes. Then, while
assigned to the U.S. Embassy in La Paz, Bolivia, Sarah came across
someone’s old Keepsake Quilting catalog, and she was hooked! That
catalog became the catalyst to a whole new world for Sarah. She now
had found a way to use all of the things she loved and all of her art skills
to create the most fantastic projects.
Sarah has an extensive background in clothing construction, and
began quilting in the late 80’s. She started with traditional quilting
techniques and appliqué. When living on San Juan Island in Washington
State, Sarah started her own business doing custom sewing for the home.
During this time, she began working on art quilts. Sarah’s quilts have
been shown is both the juried show and the juried special exhibits at the
International Quilt Festival in Houston and Chicago. Her journal quilts
have traveled to Expo in Holland and have also been juried to the AQS
show in Paducah, the Pacific International Quilt Festival in California, the
Pacific Northwest Quilt Festival, the World Quilt and Textiles Show and
Quilt Hawaii ‘05 . Sarah has also been published in Quilter’s Newsletter Magazine, Janome International Digest, the APNQ Newsletter and
The Village Soup Times in Camden. Her decision to move to Maine was
based on her desire for her boys to receive a better education, but she
has also found here among the natives an appreciation and support of the
quilt artist.
Sarah is branching out with her upcoming “Loon-y About Maine”
series of patterns. Check out Sarah’s work at her website www.sarahannsmith.com and her blog at www.sarahannsmith.blogspot.com. Early
registration is recommended as Sarah’s classes fill up quickly.
June Savings:
$10.00 off
Any embroidery take-out
Limit one per customer.
Only applies to items not already discounted.
Expires June 30, 2006
July Savings:
20% off Threads
Limit one per customer.
Only applies to items not already discounted.
Expires July 31, 2006
August Savings:
20% off
Bernina Feet
Limit one per customer.
Only applies to items not already discounted.
Expires August 31, 2006
SIDEWALK SALE
You won’t want to miss this annual event on Friday, June 9th and Saturday, June 10th. The Sidewalk
Sale will feature markdowns on many items. Ron will
create some very special prices on select machines
and also on many notions and designs. There will be
some very special financing as well. The only way to
take advantage is to come in early as some deals may
be one of a kind and it will be first come first serve.
Don’t miss this great sale!
THE BIG 50…
Cote Bros. Sewing Machines is 50 years old this year
and so are two key people, Lisa was 50 in February and
Susan in April. We wish them all a Happy 50th!!!
Papercrafting With Your Sewing Machine
By Marlis Bennett
Sewing machine, paper, needles and thread-a new playground! Before
stitching on paper, read these tips to make the process smooth and easy.
As with any sewing project, make sure your machine is clean, oiled and
in good repair. Thread jams or pulls can wreck havoc on a paper project,
tearing away stitching and leaving holes in the paper. Unlike working on
fabric, holes will not go away and will cry out for creative embellishments.
You can sew on any type of paper. However, the weight of the paper will
dictate that stabilizer be used if either the paper is lightweight or the stitches
are dense. Use a fusible cut-away stabilizer or a temporary spray adhesive
such as HRFive to position the stabilizer on the back of the paper as needed.
Stabilizers are a paper’s best friend. Generally speaking, a cut-away stabilizer is preferred over a tear away stabilizer. There is a risk that the tear away
stabilizer will tear away from your paper leaving you with a mess. A good
stabilizer to try is Poly-Mesh. It is light enough to not add any weight to the
back of your work.
Needles come in a variety of sizes and types. Use an appropriate needle
for the thread and paper that you intend to use. Heavier paper and threads
require the use of larger needles, such as 90/14’s. Lightweight paper and
lighter threads can get by with 75/10’s. A general guideline should be that
the thread fills the hole created by the needle. Used sewing needles can be
used as long as they are not bent and are free from burrs. Paper dulls needles
quickly so be prepared to change needles frequently.
Threads are a designer’s paint palette. Any thread you would use for
sewing can be used when sewing on paper. The use of a heavier thread adds
more drama to your work. There are many new variegated threads on the
market and they create wonderful visual interest on your project. A slightly
reduced upper/needle tension usually gives the best results. Bobbin thread
should be used in your bobbin so as not to add more bulk to the back of your
work. Adjust your needle tension accordingly. Most importantly-test before
you sew! NEEDLE TID-BITS Topstitch needles-have larger eyes and are
suitable for heavier threads. These types of needles also leave large holes in
the paper when used with thinner threads!
Standard Universal needles-come in a variety of sizes and are commonly available. Use with regular sewing threads.
Metafil needles-intended to be used with metallic threads.
Quilting needles-have a sharp point, perfect for piercing paper.
Embroidery and Titanium embroidery needles-these needles have
a slightly larger eye so they are well suited for delicate embroidery type
threads. Titanium coated needles will last approximately 5 times longer than
regular embroidery needles.
May 2006 Auburn
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
2
3
4
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
5
6
9:30-11:30 Intro to
Berninas Guide
1:30-4:30 Brother Guide
7:00am – BUS TRIP
Orig. Sewing and Quilt Expo
8
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
9
10:00-1:00 Embroidery
Club- Quilted Pillow
10
1:30-4:30 Think Spring
Quilt #2
11
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
12
9:30-12:30 Software
Entry Level
13
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
1:30-4:30 Brother Guide
Embroidery
15
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
16
9:30-12:30
BSR!
17
9:30-1:30 Chloe
Embellished Handbag
18
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
19
1:30-4:30 Sew What
20
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
Let’s Use the
6:00-9:00pm Applique
Home Coming Wreath #1
22
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
6:00-9:00pm Applique
6:00-9:00pm
Home ComingApplique
Wreath #2
1:30-4:30 Sew What
23
10:00-1:00 Bernina ClubThe Magic Of Paper
Piecing
24
1:30-4:30 Think Spring
Quilt #3
30
9:30-12:30 Travel Turtles
Paper Piecing #1
31
25
10:00-4:00pm
Turnabout Jacket
26
9:30-12:30 SoftwareAdvanced
6:00-8:00 Magic Box Class
MEMORIAL DAY
May
2006
27
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
1:30-4:30 Embroidery
Basics
Home Coming Wreath #2
29
Auburn
June 2006 Auburn
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
1
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
2
9:30-12:30 Software
Entry Level
8
9
All Day Sidewalk Sale
Saturday
3
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
1:30-4:30 Brother Guide
5
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
Artista Extras
6
10:00-1:00 Embroidery
Club – Embellished
Lampshade
6:00-9:00pm Rag Quilt
w/Applique #1
June
2006
7
9:30-12:30 Oragami Wall
Quilt #1
9:30 –12:30
Discover Your
Creative Jeans
Party
1:30-4:30
Photos on Fabric
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
1:30-4:30 Brother Guide
Embroidery
12
9:30-11;30 Guide Intro to
Bernina
12:30 –3:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
6:00-9:00pm Rag Quilt
w/Applique #2
13
9:30-12:30 Travel Turtles
Paper Piecing #2
14
9:30-12:30 Oragami Wall
Quilt #2
15
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
16
9:30-12:30 Software
Advanced
19
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
6:00-9:00pm Rag Quilt
w/Applique #3
20
9:30-12:30 Travel Turtles
Paper Piecing #3
21
9:30-12:30 Oragami Wall
Quilt #3
22
23
9:30-12:30 Sew What
26
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
27
10:00-1:00 Bernina ClubFabric Greeting Cards
28
9:00–12:00 Jan Frost
Class-Braid Table Runner
29
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
30
9:30-12:30 Sew What
1:30-4:30 Embroidery
Basics
1:00-4:00 Jan Frost ClassBraid Table Runner
1
2
10
All Day Sidewalk Sale
17
10-4pm
Fine Finishes
w/Sarah Ann Smith
24
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
6:00-7:30 Free Demo Grace
Quilting Frame with Ron
July 2006 Auburn
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
No Classes
3
9:30-11:30 Intro Guide
Intro to Bernina
4
CLOSED 4TH OF
JULY
5
9:30-12:30 Sew What
6
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
12:30-3:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
7
9:30-12:30 Software
Entry Level
July
2006
8
9:30-12:30 Sew What
1:30 – 3:30pm EC on PC for
Aurora Owners
10
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
1:30-4:30 Crazy Quilt
Scarf #1
11
10:00-1:00 Embroidery
Club- Shopping Bag Holder
12
9:30-12:30 Quilted Bed
Jacket #1
13
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
14
15
9:30-12:30 Brother Guide
17
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
1:30-4:30 Crazy Quilt
Scarf #2
18
10 –4pm
Sewing with Minkee- Baby
Jacket
19
9:30-12:30 Quilted Bed
Jacket #2
20
9:30 –12:30 Sew Café
with Ron and Lisa
21
9:30-11:00 Free Demo
Grace Quilting Frame w/
Ron
1:30-4:30 Sew What
22
9:30-12:30 Brother
Embroidery
24
9:30-12:30 Know Your
Bernina Serger
25
10:00-1:00 Bernina ClubFolk Art Table Runner
26
27
28
29
MAINE QUILT
SHOW -----------
1:30-4:30 Brother Guide
Embroidery
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31
No Classes
August 2006 Auburn
Monday
We’re
Worth The
Trip!
August
2006
Tuesday
1
Wednesday
2
9:30-12:30 Kids Sewing
Camp-Backpack
Thursday
3
9:30-12:30 Kids Sewing
Camp –Fleece Jacket
Friday
5
9:30-11:30 Guide Intro to
Berninas
1:30-4:30 Brother Guide
11
9:30-12:30 Software
Entry Level
12
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
BUS TRIPLOWELL QUILT
FESTIVAL
7
9:30-12:30 Beginner
Quilting #1
8
9:30-12:30 Embroidery
Club- Holiday Table Runner
9
9:30-12:30pm Beginner
Class w/ Free Machine #1
10
9:30-12:30 Sew Café with
Ron and Lisa
Saturday
4
9:30-12:30 Kids Sewing
Camp-Fleece Jacket
1:30 – 3:30pm EC on PC for
Aurora Owners
14
9:30-12:30 Beginner
Quilting #2
15
9:30-12:30 Embroidery
Basics
16
21
22
6:00-9:00 Crazy Quilt
Scarf #1
9:30-12:30
Log Cabin
9:30–12:30 Bernina
ClubEnvelope
Tote
Bag Purse
23
9:30-12:30pm Beginner
Class w/ Free Machine #3
28
6:00-9:00 Crazy Quilt
Scarf #2
29
9:30-12:30 Sew What
6:00-8:00 Magic Box
Class
9:30-12:30pm Beginner
Class w/ Free Machine #2
30
9:30-12:30pm Beginner
Class w/ Free Machine #4
17
9:30-12:30 Make It Easy
Jacket #1
18
9:30-12:30 Sew What
19
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
1:30-4:30 Brother Guide
24
9:30-12:30 Make It Easy
Jacket #2
25
26
9:30-12:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
1:30-4:30 Brother
Embroidery
Auburn Classes & Events
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. You may reserve a
place in class by phone, mail, or in person. A deposit of 50% of class cost is required to register and
the remainder is due on the first day of class. If you are planning to attend, call early. 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:
Introduction to Bernina - 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 combine to create the best stitch.
Bernina Practical Stitches - 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 Decorative Stitches - 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.
Artista Extras - For Bernina Artista Owners: The last guide class for owners of Artistas:
covers chapters 6 and 7 of your mastery Guide and will concentrate on the functions, memories, set up
programs, creative consultant and directional stitch function capabilities of the Artistas. This class is offered on a varying schedule, so check the calendar for dates and times.
EC on PC for Aurora Owners
Brother Guide Classes: These guide classes are free to all customers who have purchased Brother
machines from Cote Bros. 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.
Sew What: Cost: $15.00 per session. Friday, May 19th 1:30-4:30, Saturday, May 20th 1:30-4:30,
Friday, June 23rd 9:30-12:30, Friday, June 30th 9:30-12:30, Wednesday, July 5th 9:30-12:30,
Saturday, July 8th 9:30-12:30, Friday, July 21st 1:30-4:30, Friday, August 18th 9:30-12:30,
Tuesday, August 29th 9:30-12:30pm
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 dec. Come join others and see how much fun we have.
Sew to Know: Cost $25 per hour. We are always here to help you get out of those difficult sewing situations. Are you having trouble with a pattern, or need to know how to do a rolled hem, or do you need help
with your computer or software? These problems usually occur after hours, but we could at least try to
answer your questions during the day. Just call us and schedule a “Sew to Know” one on one session at
$25 per hour and we will match you up with the best instructor for your needs.
Grace Quilting Frame Demo: FREE Monday, June 19th 6:00-7:30pm & Friday, June 21st 9:3011:00am Instructor: Ron Blake If you have purchased a grace machine or 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!
Bernina Club: Cost $15.00 per session (or free for 1 year from date of machine purchase with card).
This club meets on a Tuesday, once every month. This class is open to “ALL BERNINA USERS”. We
would also like to welcome all Bernette users to come and join us as well. We will play with different
techniques each month.
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May 23rd: The Magic of Paper Piecing Instructor: Natalie Paper piecing allows you to
achieve perfect and accurate point using a paper foundation. Just sew on the lines! Start with one simple
block to learn how to paper piece and put several together to create a mini wall hanging. Supply List.
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June 27th: Fabric Greeting Cards Instructor: Lisa We’ll take Photo Frame Cards and insert
crazy quilted fabric then embellish it with decorative stitches. We will be doing some couching and bobbin work. These will definitely be “personalized” greeting cards. Supply List.
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July 25th: Folk Art Table Runner: Instructor: Lisa Applique bright colored flowers to the
black wool background to create this easy-to-do but lovely project. Makes a great gift. Supply List.
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August 22nd: Log Cabin Tote Bag Instructor: Mel Make this stylish bag. You make one large
log cabin block and cut it into envelope style to create your bag. Can be embellished if you wish. It’s easy
to make. Supply List.
Embroidery Club: Cost $15.00 per session. This class meets on a Tuesday, once every month. This
class offers not only a design to be stitched out and a project to complete but also techniques to help in
other designs you may be embroidering. These projects will be completed in class.
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May 9th: 10:00-1:00pm Quilted Pillow Instructor: Lisa Combine silk dupioni and fabric
of your choice to create this simple but elegant pillow. We will quilt with embroidery using your favorite
quilting designs. These designs are available through our Embroidery Take Out. Supply List.
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June 6th: 10:00-1:00pm Embellished Lampshade Instructor: Lisa. You will embroider
a beautiful megahoop design onto your favorite fabric then embellish a lampshade just to match your
décor…or maybe you could make a shade to match the Quilted Pillow you made in May’s class…one
things for sure, this will be a really fun class. Supply List.
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July 11th: 10:00-1:00pm Shopping Bag Holder Instructor: Mel Want a place to store those
plastic shopping bags? We will create this bag holder from an old pair of jeans and embroider “BAGS”
on the front with your favorite design. Supply List.
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August 8th: 10:00-1:00pm Holiday Table Runner Instructor: Lisa Get a start on your holiday gifting! Embroider a ready-made table runner with your favorite Christmas theme or make a great
gift for your Thanksgiving host and hostess. In this lesson, we will be using several of the tools used in
positioning, adding and rotating embroidery designs. Supply List.
Software Club: Instructor: Natalie Simard. Pricing for this class per session is $15.00 if you purchased
your software from Cote Brothers, and $25.00 if purchased elsewhere. We will be offering both entrylevel 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. Classes are on Fridays.
Entry-Level: Editor Light, Editor, and beginners using Auto-Designer & Designer Plus
May 12th 9:30-12:30 Instructor: Natalie
June 2nd 9:30-12:30 Instructor: Natalie
July 7th 9:30-12:30 Instructor: Deb Titus This class will be great for beginner
software owners. Deb will teach you how to recognize and use the tools in your software. She’ll also
show you how to set up and customize the workspace. Deb will take you through cut, paste and rotate to
create a new design from an existing one.
August 11th 9:30-12:30 Instructor: Deb Titus In this class, you work with
customizing with lettering. You will learn how to combine designs and personalize them. You will be
adding and editing lettering using the reshape tool.
Advanced: Advanced Auto Designer and Designer Plus Users
May 26th 9:30-12:30 Instructor: Natalie We will focus on lettering techniques by
using reshaping tools, different stitch settings, adding special characters and symbols. Get the most out
of your software lettering features.
June 16th 9:30-12:30 Instructor: Natalie Using a scanned or existing artwork,
learn how to process the image for digitizing using the magic wand and auto-digitizing.
Embroidery Basics: Saturday, May 27th 1:30-4:30, Tuesday, June 27th 1:30-4:30, Tuesday, August
15th 9:30-12:30 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.
Sew Café: We’ll have the coffee on and this class is FREE! Come in and join Ron and Lisa for coffee
and sewing. Bring in your machine or test drive one of ours. It will be a great time to socialize and make
projects with friends. Check Thursday dates on the calendar for Sew Café times.
BUS TRIP: All aboard for this day long trip to the Original Sewing and Quilt Expo (check article in
newsletter for more details) We will be leaving the Auburn Store at 7:00AM. Call now to reserve your
seat !!!
Think Spring Quilt 2&3: Wednesday, May 10th & 24th This class is a continuation of a class from the
April newsletter.
Applique Homecoming Wreath: 2 Weeks -Monday, May 15th & 22nd 6:00-9:00pm Instructor: Lisa
Cost: $45.00 (price includes class & book). From the book “Little Quilts All Through The House”, you
will learn how easy it is to appliqué this beautiful wreath block used in this heartwarming wall quilt. We
will add a saw-toothed border to complete the charm of this little quilt. You will have a little homework
to do in order to complete this project. You will love the other projects included in this book too. The
supply list is included in the book.
Let’s Use The BSR: Tuesday, May 16th 9:30-12:30pm Instructor: Natalie
Now that you have the BSR, come play and learn new techniques to make your free motion quilting
even better! Practice many different types of stitches and get the results you want. We will also do some
thread-painting.
Chloe Handbag: Wednesday, May 17th 9:30-1:30pm Instructor: Natalie Cost: $25.00 (price
includes class and pattern) This embellished purse is a real eye catcher. The thread couching on it is so
easy and fun to do. This easy to do pattern by Lazy Girl Designs is great to make. All levels of sewers
will love making this purse. It makes a great gift for teenagers. Supply List on pattern
Magic Box Plus: Monday, May 22nd 6:00 - 8:00pm, Monday, Aug 21st, 6:00-8:00pm Instructor: Ron
Cost $15.00 (price includes class & handout)
Turnabout Jacket: Thursday, May 25th 10:00-4:00pm Instructor: Mel Cost $35.00 (price includes
class & pattern) Make this completely reversible jacket from a combination of coordinating fabrics.
Since it doesn’t have any batting, it’s not to heavy so it makes a great fall jacket. It is stylish and comfortable too. Come in and check out our sample. Supply list included on pattern.
Travel Turtles Paper Piecing: 3 Weeks Tuesday, May 30th, June 13th & June 20th Instructor: Natalie
Cost $50.00 (price includes classes and pattern). The turtle blocks for this 37”x47” quilt are made using
Foundation Paper Piecing techniques for the turtle shells. The heads, legs and tails of the turtles are appliquéd. A double sawtooth border mimics waves around the quilt edge. These three classes will teach
you some great quilting and sewing techniques. Check out Natalie’s sample. Her baby boy will love it.
Supply list included on pattern.
Rag Quilt with Applique: 3 weeks—June 5th, 12th &19th 6:00– 900pm Instructor: Lisa Cost:
$45.00 Learn how easy it is to make this lap quilt with that ragged-edged look. Add that special touch
when you add an appliquéd border. Whether you use flannel or cotton, you will love the coziness of this
quilt. Some homework will be required. Stop in or we can e-mail the supply list to you.
Orogami Wall Quilt: 2 weeks-Wednesdays, June 14th, June 21st 9:30-12:30pm Instructor: Faye
Cost $50.00 (Price includes Class & Fantastic Fabric Folding Book)
Try your hand at the ancient art of origami. This fabric folding technique is fun and beautiful. Make this
pretty wall quilt on display in our store. We will be using Rebecca Wat’s book, “Fantastic Fabric Folding”. Some homework will be required.
Discover Your Creative Jeans Party: Thursday, June 8th 9:30-12:30pm Let’s Party!!!! Embellished jeans are hot. Plain is not good enough to express yourself. Free-motion bobbin play, machine
embroidery, decorative stitches, and couching cords come together to dress your denims. Don’t have
an embroidery machine, why not try one of ours? We’ll work together to put the razzle, dazzle on your
jeans. We will have a store filled with discounts and special financing for those of you thinking about a
new sewing or embroidery machine. Don’t forget, we take trade-ins!!!! Ron will be hosting a barbecue
so be sure to stay for that too.
Photo on Fabrics: June 6th 1:30-4:30pm Instructor: Lisa Cost: $15.00 We’ve had so many requests
for this class! Learn to print photos on fabric hands on. We will have a printer in class where we will
show you how to scan and print your photo on a specially treated fabric sheet. We will then create an
easy crazy quilt square for you to use in a pillow, photograph or quilt. What a keepsake this will make.
Come in and check out the Anniversary quilt Lisa made for her parents. Supply List.
Fine Finishes with Sarah Ann Smith: Saturday, June 17th 10:00-4:00pm Cost: $50.00 (see
enclosed write-up) Sign up early! Sarah’s classes fill quickly. Sarah Ann Smith is a talented sewer and
quilter. Her April quilting class was so popular that we decided to bring her back. In this class she will
teach you how to make PERFECT edges on your quilts including straight grain, butted binding, bias
double fold binding (French double fold), faced edges including curved edges, piping to use as binding
or an accent on the bound edge. She will cover a few alternative edges such as prairie points, scalloped
edges, fused bindings and much more! Make your quilt look like a masterpiece with these fine finished
edges. Supply list.
Instructor: Jan Frost-Braid Table Runner: 3 hour class Wednesday, June 28th (morning or afternoon sessions) 9:00-12:00pm or 1:00-4:00pm Classes will be limited to 6 in the morning and 6 in the
afternoon. Cost $20.00 This is a quilt as you go project. It’s fast, fun and addicting. Once you start
you won’t stop. A Fabric kit is available for this project. Come in and check out Jan’s beautiful sample.
Supply List.
Crazy Quilt Scarf: 2 Weeks Monday, July 10th & 17th 1:30-4:30pm This class will also be offered
in the evening on Monday, August 21st & 28th 6:00-9:00pm Instructor: Lisa Cost: $30.00
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.
Quilted Bed Jacket: 2 Weeks Wednesday, July 12th & 19th 9:30-12:30 Instructor: Faye Cost:
$30.00 Do you know someone that is disabled or in a nursing home? Or perhaps you’d like to make this
cozy jacket for yourself…This pretty quilted lined bed jacket will keep you warm on those cold winter
nights. Supply List.
Sewing with Minkee Baby Jacket: 1 Session Tuesday, July 18th 10:00-4:00pm Instructor: Judy
Cost $25.00. Bring your lunch and settle into our classroom for this awesome all day class. Make That
Something Special for the Little One!! Come and make a jacket that is good for size, 6 months to 4 toddler. You can make it with scrap material and use Minkee for the lining. Also use chenille by the inch on
the appliqués. Material needed: 1 1/3 yd of jacket fabric, 1 1/3 yd of minkee blanket fabric for lining. 3
buttons. Check out the sample in the store. Pattern will need to be ordered 3 weeks prior to the class.
Know Your Bernina Serger : Monday, July 24th 9:30-12:30 Instructors: Diane & Ron Cost: $15.00
Overlock, Coverstitch, Chainstitch, Rolled Hem, Flatlock…This workshop will show you how to set-up
these options on your Bernina Serger (some Bernina sergers may not have all of these options). We will
teach you how to go from one to the other and back again. They say practice makes perfect…that’s what
we’re going to do. Your serger must be in working order to take this class.
Kids Sewing Camp: 3 sessions—Wednesday, August 2nd, Thursday, August 3rd, & Friday, August 4th
9:30-12:30 Cost: $45.00 Instructor: Judy Howard Come learn to sew a sport bag with a yard of material for the outside as well as the lining. You will also need to have cording for the bag. To show off your
bag, make a fleece shirt to go with it. Using a pattern of your choice, as long as it is an easy one!!! You
can pick up the supply list at the store. This camp will be for 3 days!!!
BUS TRIP: Join us on Thursday, August 3rd for this daylong adventure to the Lowell Quilt Festival
(see article in newsletter for more details). Call today to save your seat!! We’ve done this trip before and
it was a great success. We will leave the Auburn Store at 8:00AM.
Beginner Quilting: 2 weeks—Monday, August 7th, 14th 9:30-12:30pm Cost: $30.00 Instructor:
Lisa If you have thought about making quilts or are a beginner quilter, this is the class for you. You don’t
have a sewing machine? Use one of ours. We will sew up 4 different quilt blocks to create a lovely
sampler wall hanging. This is a great way to find out what the wonderful world of quilting is all about.
Come in and check out our sample today. Supply List.
Beginner Class w/FREE Sewing Machine: 4 weeks—August 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th 9:30-12:30
Cost $199.00 Price includes new Bernette 55 sewing machine. It will be yours at the completion of all
classes. Instructor: Mel Join us in this 12 hour sewing adventure. For those of you who want to learn the
art of sewing, this is a great way to get started. Complete the 12 hours and receive a “Bernette 55”at the
end of the classes. Learn all the basics of sewing, buttonholes, ziz-zags, free arm, free motion sewing,
decorative stitching, hemming, and much more. You will learn to use your machine to the fullest and
touch on many types of sewing such as quilting, home décor, or making your own clothes.
What a great gift this would make. At $199, you get 12 hours of classes plus a brand new machine!
Make It Easy Jacket: 2 weeks-Thursday, August 17th & 24th 9:30-12:30 Cost $30.00 Instructor:
Faye This easy to make lightweight denim jacket will be perfect for the fall. It is unlined and you can
add embroidery and embellish if you wish. This is a great beginner sewing class. You’ll love Faye’s
sample in our store. Come in and Check it out. Supply List.
May 2006 Auburn
Monday
1
Tuesday
2
8
Wednesday
3
9
10
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
6
4
10:00-1:00 Intro to
Bernina Guide
5
11
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
2&3
12
10:00-1:00 Embroidery
Club-Reversible Envelope
Pillow
1:00-3:30 Intro to Bernina
Guide
Newport
13
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
5:30-8:00 Embroidery
15
16
17
18
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
4&5
19
5:30-8:00 Software Club
Entry Level
20
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
22
23
24
25
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
26
10:00-1:00 Bernina ClubThe Magic of Paper Piecing
27
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
29
30
31
We’re
Worth The
Trip!
June
2006
May
2006
June 2006 Auburn
Monday
5
Tuesday
6
Wednesday
7
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
10:00-1:00 Intro to
Bernina Guide
2
3
1:00-3;30 Intro to Bernina
Guide
8
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
2&3
9
10:00-1:00 Embroidery
Club-Canvas Gift Tote
10
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
5:30-8:00 Embroidery
Club-Canvas Gift Tote
12
13
14
15
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
4&5
16
5:30-8:00 Software Club
Entry level
17
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
19
20
21
22
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
23
10:00-1:00 Bernina ClubFabric Greeting Cards
24
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
26
27
28
29
30
Thursday
Friday
July 2006 Auburn
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Saturday
1
3
4
5
6
10:00-1:00 Intro to
Bernina Guide
7
8
1:00-3:30 Intro to Bernina
Guide
10
11
12
13
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
2&3
14
10:00-1:00 Embroidery
Club-Waste Bags
15
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
July
2006
5:30-8:00 Embroidery
Club-Waste Bags
17
18
19
20
21
5:30-8:00 Software Club
Entry level
22
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
24
25
26
27
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
28
10:00-1:00 Bernina ClubBraid Runner
29
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
10:00-1:00 Bernina
Guide 4&5
31
August 2006 Auburn
Monday
August
2006
We’re
Worth The
Trip!
7
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1
2
3
4
5
1:00-3:30 Intro to Bernina
Guide
8
9
10
10:00-1:00 Intro to
Bernina Guide
11
10:00-1:00 Embroidery
Club-Holiday Table Runner
12
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
2&3
5:30-8:00 Embroidery
Club-Holiday Table Runner
14
15
16
17
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
2&3
18
5:30-8:00 Software Club
Entry Level
19
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
4&5
21
22
23
24
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
4&5
25
10:00-1:00 Bernina ClubSmall Zippered Tote
26
1:00-3:30 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
28
29
30
31
10:00-1:00 Bernina Guide
Embroidery
Newport Classes & Events
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. You
may reserve a place in class by phone, mail, or in person. A deposit of 50% of class cost is required
to register and the remainder is due on the first day of class. If you are planning to attend, call
early. 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:
Introduction to Bernina - 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 combine to create the best stitch.
Bernina Practical Stitches - 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 Decorative Stitches - 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.
Bernina Club: Cost $15.00 per session (or free for 1 year from date of machine purchase
with card). This class is open to “ALL BERNINA USERS”. We would also like to welcome all Bernette users to come and join us as well. We will play with different techniques each month.
May 26th: 10:00-1:00pm The Magic of Paper Piecing Instructor: Jan Supply List.
June 23rd: 10:00-1:00pm Fabric Greeting Cards Instructor: Jan We’ll take Photo Frame
Cards and insert crazy quilted fabric then embellish it with decorative stitches. We will be doing some
couching and bobbin work. These will definitely be “personalized” greeting cards. Supply List.
July 28th: 10:00-1:00pm Braid Runner: Instructor: Jan This is a quilt as you go project.
Fast, fun and addicting. Once you start you won’t stop! Supply List.
August 25th: 10:00-1:00pm Small Zippered Tote We can all use one of these. Make one for
yourself or it makes a great gift. Supply List.
Embroidery Club: Cost $15.00 per session. This class meets on a Tuesday of every month. This
class offers not only a design to be stitched out and a project to complete but also techniques to help in
other designs you may be embroidering. These projects will be completed in class.
May 12th: 10:00-1:00pm or 5:30-8:00pm Reversible Envelope Pillow Instructor: Jan This
very popular pillow will get you hooked! Embroider designs on each side for easy change out for different seasons. Just flip it! Supply List.
June 9th: 10:00-1:00pm or 5:30-8:00pm Canvas Gift Tote Instructor: Jan These embroidered
totes become an integral part of your gift giving. With embroidery you can stitch up and personalize
your bag for the recipient. Supply List.
July 14th: 10:00-1:00pm or 5:30-8:00pm Waste Bags Instructor: Jan These are the popular bags that sit by your sewing machine but they are also great for your comfy armchair to hold TV
remote or hidden snacks! Supply List.
August 11th: 10:00-1:00pm or 5:30-8:00pm Holiday Table Runner Instructor: Jan Get
a start on your holiday gifting! Embroider a ready-made table runner with your favorite Christmas
theme or make a great gift for your Thanksgiving host and hostess. In this lesson, we will be using
several of the tools used in positioning, adding and rotating embroidery designs. Supply List.
Software Club: Instructor: Jan Frost Pricing for this class per session is $15.00 if you purchased your
software from Cote Brothers, and $25.00 if purchased elsewhere. 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. In these classes, Jan will help you to
become familiar and comfortable using the basic tools offered in the software.
Entry-Level: Editor Light, Editor, and beginners using Auto-Designer & Designer Plus
May 19th 5:30-8:00pm
June 16th 5:30-8:00pm
July 21st 5:30-8:00pm
August 18th
5:30-8:00pm
SOFTWARE SALE
Incredible Limited
Time Offer
on Bernina Designer Plus v4 Embroidery Software The crème de la
crème of embroidery software, Bernina Designer Plus v4 for just $899
from 4/10-7/14, 2006 (or while supplies last)
Just come into Cote Bros. with your Bernina Embroidery Software
Dongle and exchange it for a new, full package of Bernina Designer Plus
v4 for just $899 - that’s a $1000 savings off MSRP.
As a special thank you, we will give you an exciting additional offer if
you update your software by 9/30/06 to the new Version 5 that’s coming
out this summer.
Also available from 4/10-7/14, 2006 (or while supplies last) are special
prices on the following:
Bernina Editor V4
$499 Bernina Auto-Designer v4
$749 Update from V3 to V4
from $349 - $449 Hurry in!
This amazing offer is available for a limited time only, while supplies
last.
My husband wondered what happened to his life,
And to his somewhat organized wife.
The laundry’s piled high, the dished undone,
The kids have been having unthinkable fun.
As I truly must take some time to confess,
This house is in a terrible mess.
But let me tell you with a happy tear,
I just got my BERNINA this year!
– Jacenta O’Halleran
Let’s Party!!!!
Embellished jeans are hot.
Plain is not good enough to express yourself.
Free-motion bobbin play, machine embroidery, decorative stitches, and couching cords come together to dress your denims.
Don’t have an embroidery machine,
why not try one of ours?
We’ll work together to put the razzle, dazzle on your jeans.
We will have a store filled with discounts and special
financing for those of you thinking about a new sewing
or embroidery machine.
Don’t forget, we take trade-ins!!!!
Ron will be hosting a barbecue so
be sure to stay for that too.
Join us for this special event and see the latest
products and sewing ideas from Bernina.
Date:
Time:
Location:
RSVP by:
Phone #:
June 8th
9:30 - 12:30 pm
Coté Bros. - Auburn
June 1st
782-5922
ETO Embroidery Take-Out
NEW EMBROIDERY DESIGNS TO GO…
We have taken our ETO in the Auburn Store from 25,000 to 33,000
designs. You can choose designs from our new catalogue and we will
create a CD, card or floppy in any design format for just about any
embroidery machine “while you wait”. Come in and check out our new
laminated catalogue.
We can write to cards or CD’s for Bernina, Brother, Viking/
Husquarvana, Pfaff, Janome, Simplicity, Babylock and more.
Our Newport customers can browse the catalogue in Newport and
we can ship to you or deliver to the Newport store. Come in and check
out this easy and affordable way to buy designs for your embroidery machine. You’ll love the selections!
You can now pick your own designs and create your own pack of
designs. No more getting designs you don’t need. Prices start at $49 per
CD.
Technical Update
•
Artista 200E memory
has been upgraded to 64mb from
32mb, this helps it process faster
and allows for more storage space.
It will also boot up faster and
process all functions at a faster
rate. If you have a machine with
a serial number ending in 00 then
it is a 32mb and some of the later
ones came from the factory with
64mb if it ended in 01. We can upgrade your machine for the cost of
$100.00 you must call and schedule it so that we can make sure we
have the new circuit board in stock.
•
Artista machines that are
memory stick compatible. It has
come to our attention that when
you load a memory stick with more
than 64mb of memory that the
Artista’s can not read it because it
exceeds the machine memory. The
stick must be 64mb or less. It is
also advisable to load data in folders. The Artista 630E and 640E
will only read folders.
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There is a software update
available for the Bernina Deco 330
and it is available on the Bernina
web site for free download www.
berninausa.com all you have to
do is download it your computer.
To get it to your machine it must
be transferred to a blank memory
card, you can do this with any
laptop, as they will write directly
to the card through the Pcmcia slot.
Write upgrade to the card and then
take the card to the machine and
upgrade machine. When you down
load the update you also download
the instructions.
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Did you know that the
Pcmcia slot on your laptop will
also allow you to write a design to
a card and then take the card with
design to your machine including
all Artista’s like the 180, 185, 165,
200, and 730
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You should oil your Bernina hook system 1 drop of oil for
every 2 whole bobbins of sewing!
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When using a memory
stick with your Bernina sewing
machines it should be a Bernina
memory stick. If you use a generic
stick and you are having trouble we
won’t be able to help you. You will
have to call the company where
you got the stick. This is Bernina’s
policy.
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When using the EC on PC
part of your editor lite software to
Blessed are the piecemakers, for they shall make quilts. – Unknown
Blessed are the daughters of the piecemakers, for they shall inherit the quilts. – Unknown
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 freemotion 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 timehonored 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.
run the Aurora embroidery, make
sure if the computer screen is
flashing an orange symbol that you
complete the task that is flashing
before continuing.
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Software Dongle: please
take caution in putting the Dongle
in and out of your USB port and
also before you put it in check by
looking that you have it in the right
direction as it only goes one way
and you can damage it by trying
to force it. You also want to be
careful not to hit it because they
do break easy. Now that said, they
only have a one year warrantee and
Bernina is holding us to that one
year and the replacement cost is
several hundred dollars as this is
the main part of your software.
Correction: Susan Boulanger’s husband is Tim. In
the last newsletter, we inadvertently said he was Rick.
Our apologies on the mix up.
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.
BSR UPGRADE FOR ARTISTA 200E
The Artista 200E is the only model of previous Berninas that
can be upgraded with the Bernina Stitch Regulator (BSR). This is
what you will get when you upgrade to the BSR.
The BSR Foot with 3 sole plates and a commemorative tin
box to store it in ($799 value)
Memory Stick Compatibility Bernina 64MB Memory Stick
with 50 new embroidery designs on it ($199 value)
Faster Boot-Up Speed Faster Processing Speed
32MB to 64MB of memory on earlier models of Artista 200E
(check tech info for more information)
Updated Thread Color Charts New 4.04 Software New Start-Up
Screen (same as new Artista 730E)
SPECIAL PRICING:
We have a limited amount of BSR upgrades at $799 for 64MB
machines and $899 for 32MB machines. Call and schedule yours
today!