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FACEBOOK LIVE
9:45 a.m. Fridays
In Case you missed it! Here is the link to last week's FACEBOOK LIVE!
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We do a Facebook Live every Friday at 9:45 - or at least we try to!!
Please join us to see what we are up to this week at Sewing Concepts.
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A peek at what we are quilting on the longarm at the Woodstock Store!
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Finished up last weeks fun quilt by quilting it in this geometric quilting pattern
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Had a lovely lady bring this quilt top in for us to quilt -her mom had sewn it years ago and she found it in a trunk - so that is what is getting quilted next.
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Approximately 30" x 44" area rug made with one Jelly-Roll (forty two 2-1/2" strips) and 2 rolls of Bosal Batting.
Dates and Times:
This class is done over 2 sessions:
April 23rd, 2019 and May 7,2019
at either 1:00 or 6:00.
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Materials Included: Pattern and 2 rolls of Bosal Batting
Price: $45.00
Instructor: Vicky
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Jeepers Creepers
Carpentersville
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Boo You Lookin' At?! Don’t be scared to look into these Goofy eyes! Quick & Easy to make with Kelly's digitzed files. Features Hanging Spider, Chubby Spider, Small Eyeball, Large Eyeball & Mini Hoot Owl Chunkee Buttonz. Finished Size 22in
Dates and Times:
April 9, 2018 @ 10:00 am
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Materials Included: Pattern & Embellishment Kit Included
Price: $ 62.00
Instructor: Kelly
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Ruler Work
Carpentersville
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Janet's Ruler Quilt Design Book by Janet Collins Designs takes you from the first stitch to the last. This amazing book of 45 designs is a great reference using the tools in the Westalee Ruler Foot Starter Set, 6-Piece Sampler Template Set, & 8 point 12.5" Cross Hair Square. The 51 page book is spiral bound on 8.5" x 11" paper, for easy reading and referencing.
We will stitch a few blocks each month, working our way thru the rulers and the quilt top. At the end you will have a beautiful quilt.
You will need the book, Template set, Ruler foot, and Cross Hair ruler for this class. Some of you may already have some or all of these things already!
Dates and Times:
This class is held over 7 sessions
April 6 - April 20 - May 4 - May 18 - June 1 -
June 15 - June 29, 2019 @ 10:00 AM
OR
May 2 - May 16 - May 30 - June 13- June 27 - July 11 & July 25, 2019 @ !0:00 AM
Skill Level: Confident and adventurous!
Materials Included:
Requirements: You will need the book, Template Set, Ruler Foot, and Cross Hair Ruler.
Price: $99.00
Instructor: Michelle
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Memory Bear
Carpentersville
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Make a 'patchwork' bear from special fabrics and pre-loved clothing items to create a special memento to cherish as a reminder of your baby's first years, to mark a special occasion or in memory of a special loved one. Melody is a perfect size to cuddle and bring comfort at a time of loss for children and adults too.
Dates and Times:
This class is done over 2 sessions.
Monday April 1 and 15, 2019 @ 6:00 pm
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Materials Included: Pattern
Requirements: Cut pieces before class
Price: $ 47.99
Instructor: Michelle
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Applique! In this class, you will learn three ways to applique. Try each one, and then decide which method you would like to use to create this “Lotus Breeze” wall hanging. Hand sewing is involved, yet not required! Then transfer the applique pattern to your fabric using a light box. If you don’t have, one will be provided on a limited basis. A short overview will be offered for marking the quilt for quilting. Quilting options will be available for beginners and well as those who would like a challenge. This class is suitable for all but the most beginner of sewers.
Dates and Times: Saturday, March 30th, 2018 @ 9:00 am
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Price: $ 56.00
Instructor: Susan kavicky
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Sassy Screen Tote
Carpentersville
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Whether you're strolling around town or spending the day at the beach, you're sure to turn heads with this adorable screen tote bag. The multi-tiered fabric layers give the bag a girly look and a sassy feel. A full size paper template is also included with the pattern.
Finished Size is 12-1/2" Wide x 11-1/2" Tall x 4" Deep.
Dates and Times:
Monday, March 25, 2019 @ 10:00 am
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Materials Included: Pattern
Requirements: Please cut all pieces prior to class
Price: $45.00
Instructor: Kelly
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Beginning Quilting
Woodstock
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In this class, you will learn accurate rotary cutting, accurate sewing of 1/4" seams, and piecing of several different quilt blocks to make this sampler.
The goal is to completely finish your quilt! Including the quilting and the binding!
Dates and Times: This class is held over 7 sessions.
March 20 - April 17 - May 15 - June 19 - July 17 - August 21 - September 18 at 1:00 pm
Skill Level: Beginner
Materials Included: Book
Requirements: General use of sewing machine.
Price: $ 115.50
Instructor: Hilda
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Some Bunny Loves You
Carpentersville
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Make HoopSisters adorable stuffed Bunny with Kelly! You get the open & closed eyes files!
Dates and Times: This class is done over 2 sessions:
March 19 & April 2, 2019 @ 10:00 AM
Skill Level: Confident Beginner Embroidery
Requirements:
For the designs you must have taken Sisterhood Retreat 1st Quarter or purchase bunny designs separately. Easter designs $40.00
Price: $25.00
Instructor: Kelly
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Getting to know your Serger
Carpentersville
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Have a serger and don't know what to do with it? Can't thread it? Can't convert from a 3- thread to a 4- thread & back? Then this is the class for you! We will start at the basics and have you loving your serger!
Dates and Times:
May 3, 2019 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Skill Level: Beginner
Materials Included: Instructional handouts
Requirements: Must own a serger
Price: $ 25.00
Instructor: Kelly Merrell
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Serge up a Storm
Carpentersville
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Come and join us to learn a technique. The more you use your serger the more comfortable you will be with it!
Dates and Times:
Mar 22, 2019 - 1:00 or 6:00 pm
May 24, 2019 - 1:00 or 6:00 pm
Jul 26, 2019 - 1:00 or 6:00 pm
Sep 27, 2019 - 1:00 or 6:00 pm
Nov 22, 2019 - 1:00 or 6:00 pm
Skill Level:
Beginner to Advanced
Materials Included:
Instructions will be included with each new technique.
Requirements:
Basic Threading Skills
Price:
$ 25.00 per session.
Instructor:
Kelly Merrell
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Project OF THE
MONTH Classes
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This Block-of-the-Month pattern features 12 unique and modern hexagon quilt blocks. Pattern includes full-size foundations, full color diagrams, simple construction and no Y-seams! Make all the blocks and make the quilt or pick certain blocks for multiple projects like a 3D hexagon pillow, unique mini quilt, & festive table topper.
Dates and Times:
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Apr 20
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May 18
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Jun 15
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Jul 20
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Aug 17
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Sep 21
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Oct 19
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Nov 16
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Dec 14, 2019
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Requirements: Arcadia Book
Price: $15.00 / Month
Instructor: Michelle
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Deb Tucker Rulers Block of the Month
Carpentersville
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Class Description : Each month we will be learning a new block. Take what you learn in class and turn it into a table or bed runner. If you are really ambitious make a quilt. Sign up for the year but pay by the month.
Dates and Times:
Wednesdays @ 10:00 am to 1:00 pm
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Mar 13, 2019
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Apr 10, 2019
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May 8, 2019
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Jun 12, 2019
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Jul 10, 2019
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Aug 14, 2019
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Sep 11, 2019
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Oct 9, 2019
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Nov 13, 2019
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Dec 11, 2019
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Included: Design sheet for each tool that gives you an additional 30 unique block patterns.
Price: $40.00 to sign up - then $20.00/ month after that.
Instructor: Marie Certified Deb Tucker Teacher
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Tucker Tool Time 2019
Woodstock
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Now’s the time to move from Practice to Perfection
As 2019 begins, there are many more Studio 180 tools that will make your quilting life a breeze. If one of your 2019 goals is to learn new techniques, these classes are PERFECT !!
We will be offering a monthly class on a variety of Studio 180 tools that will make your quilt blocks come out perfectly as well as seeing the endless opportunities for new block designs.
This monthly class will give you a great opportunity to learn new techniques and strive to work on that bucket list of patterns you love but haven’t jumped in to yet.
This will give you the technique to create a beautiful Stormy Stars quilt by Deb Tucker of Studio 180.
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Price: $ 30.00 / Month
Instructor: Hilda
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Tucker Tool Time -2019 -
Tucker Trimmer I -
Shaded 4 Patch - 3rd Class -
Woodstock
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Now’s the time to move from Practice to Perfection ….
Ready for our third class… Tucker Trimmer I
This month’s class will feature the Tucker Trimmer - this can be a new learning opportunity or a refresher for those who already have this tool. You’ll master making a variety of basic triangle units that will fit precisely with more advanced units.
Remember – you need to use the techniques and tools so you don’t lose what you’ve already learned.
This will give you the technique to complete a variety of triangle units that are used in many other quilt patterns. A sample of the units we’ll be working on is on display in Woodstock.
Dates and Times: Wednesday April 3rd, 2019 at either 1:00 or 6:00 PM
Skill Level: Beginning to Intermediate
Requirements: Please see Supply List when you register, and bring your chosen fabrics.
Price: 30.00
Instructor: Hilda
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Tucker Tool Time 2019 -
Class 4 -
Wing Clipper - Pickets and Wickets
Woodstock
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Remember – you need to use the techniques and tools so you don’t lose what you’ve already learned.
You’ll learn the simple secrets to creating crisp, clean flying geese effectively & quickly. Since you usually have to make hundreds of units at a time, why not make them perfect every time?
We’ll also highlight a new design sheet called Pickets and Wickets – you’d be surprised how often these are used in borders too.
Dates and Times: Wednesday, May 1, 2019 @ 1:00 OR 6:00
Skill Level: Beginning to intermediate.
Requirements: Please see Supply List when you register - and bring your chosen fabrics.
Price: $ 30.00
Instructor: Hilda
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Carpetnersville
Learn different techniques with your Janome Embroidery Machine!
Dates and Times:
Thursday, March 14, 2018
@ 10:00 am or 6:00 pm
Dancing Umbrellas
Thursday, April 11, 2019
@ 10:00 am or 6:00 pm
Reverse Applique
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Requirements: Must have purchased your Janome Embroidery Machine at Sewing Concepts.
Price: $ FREE
Instructor: Kelly
Call 847-836-7800 to Register!
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Sisterhood Retreat -
Second Quarter
Woodstock
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Retreat #2 -
Birthday - Boudoir and SUMMERTIME ! ( boy will we be ready for that!)
At retreat #2 - we will be stitching one item from each collection - and you will be taking home the embroidery files for ALL the collections!
Dates and Times:
Saturday, May 11, 2019 @ 10:00 AM
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Materials Included: kits for 3 of the projects listed, and all embroidery files.
Requirements: Embroidery Machine
Price: $99.00
Instructor: Sewing Concepts Staff.
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Sisterhood Retreat
First Quarter
Carpentersville
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Join Kelly for the day doing Hoopsisters Sisterhood retreats.
SisterHood Retreats 1st quarter themes are Easter, Spring,and Gardening.
Each student will receive all the files from the 3 different collections, each collection has 3 projects!
Fabric kit for 1 project from each collection and most supplies PLUS lunch included!
Dates and Times:
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Materials Included: All Files for the 1st Quarter.
Price: $ 99.00
Instructor: Kelly
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Sisterhood Retreat
Second Quarter
Carpentersville
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Retreat #2 -
Birthday - Boudoir and SUMMERTIME !
Dates and Times:
Saturday, May 11, 2019 @ 9:00 AM
OR
Wednesday, May 15, 2019 @ 10:00 AM
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Materials Included: kits for 3 of the projects listed, and all embroidery files.
Requirements: Embroidery Machine
Price: $99.00
Instructor: Kelly
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HoopSisters Cherry Tree
Woodstock
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Spring is in the air with this pretty little wall hanging you can put just about anywhere! Cherry Blossoms are stitched separately and added after the quilt is finished to give it some dimension and life!
Finished Size: 12” x 42”
Dates and Times: This class is held over 3 sessions:
April 1 - April 15 - April 22, 2019 @ 1:00 pm
Skill Level: Confident Beginner - Embroidery
Price: $ 40.00
Instructor: Susan kavicky
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HoopSisters 2019 EBOM
Fleur de lis
Woodstock
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This years HoopSister Embroid a Block of the Month is this fun and festive Fleur de Lis pattern! Reminds me of Madri Gras!
Dates and Times:
This class is done over 5 sessions -
April 27 - May 25 - June 22 - July 27 - August 24 from 10:00 am to noon.
Skill Level: Confident Beginner
Price: $ 150.00
Instructor: Lynda
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Broomhilda
Carpentersville
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Every month learn a new technique for embroidery & sewing while making this adorable Quilt by Kimberbell!
Register soon, Classes are already selling out!
Dates and Times:
This class will be held monthly from January to September - and you may choose one of 3 different start times:
10:00 AM
2:00 PM
or 6:00 PM
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Friday, Mar 15, 2019
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Friday, Apr 19, 2019
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Friday, May 17, 2019
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Friday, Jun 21, 2019
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Friday, Jul 19, 2019
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Friday, Aug 16, 2019
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Friday, Sep 20, 2019
Skill Level:
Beginner to Advanced
Requirements:
Must buy the Broomhilda Book for the sewing or embroidery version & the embellishment kit. Broomhilda fabrics for the quilt are sold out but the store sample shows another option with fabrics from the store.
Price:
$20.00 / Month
Instructor:
Kelly
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CARPENTERSVILLE
This is a wonderful time to join other sewing enthusiasts and work on some projects.
Dates and Times:
Tuesday, March 26, 2018 @ 10:00
Monday, April 1, 2019 @ 10:00
Friday, April 12, 2019 @ 10:00
Wednesday, April 24, 2019 @ 10:00
Monday, May 6, 2019 @ 10:00
Mondaym June 3, 2019 @ 10:00
Price: $ 20.00
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WOODSTOCK
This is a wonderful time to join other sewing enthusiasts and work on some projects.
Dates and Times
Thursday, March 14, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, March 21, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, March 28, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, April 4, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, April 11, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, April 18, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, April 25, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, May 2, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, May 9, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, May 16, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, May 23, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, May 30, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, June 6, 2019 @ 11:00
Thursday, June 20, 2019 @ 11:00
Price: $ 20.00
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Artistic Edge Digital Cutter
Carpentersville
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Janome's Artistic Edge Digital Cutter is an awesome tool for all kinds of crafting, sewing and embroidery. Learn to use the Simple Cut Software and all the fun things you can do with it!
Dates and Times:
May 21, 2019
Aug 20, 2019
Nov 19, 2019
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Materials Included: Instructions to be emailed before class,
Requirements: Laptop, Wired Mouse, & Instructions printed & brought to class
Price: $15.00
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Digitizer 101
CARPENTERSVILLE - WOODSTOCK
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Learn To Create your own digitized designs.
Skill Level:
Beginner to Advanced
Materials Included:
Handout will be E-Mailed to you before class
Requirements:
Digitizer software Version MBX4.5 or MBX5.0. Print out Instructions Before Class​
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Price: $ : FREE
(Must have purchased Digitizer through Sewing Concepts)
Bring to Class:
- Dongle for Version 4.5
- USB Jump Drive
- Mouse
- Instructions - Printed Out.
Instructors:
Kelly Merrell (Carpentersville)
Sandy Dalzall (Woodstock)
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WOODSTOCK Dates and Times
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Mar 16, 2019 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Apr 20, 2019 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Carpetnersville Dates and Times
March 18, 2018 @ Noon
May 20, 2019 @ Noon
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Store Hours
Carpentersville:
194 South Western Avenue (Route # 31)
847-836-7800
M - F 10-6
Saturday 10-4
Woodstock:
110 South Johnson St. (Woodstock Square)
815-338-7754
M - F 10-5:30
Saturday 9-4 |
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