September is for Sewing!

NEW MACHINES FROM BROTHER!

As always brother never disappoints us when it comes top new machines! This year there are new models in the lineup that are sure to boost your creativity.

PR1X

Introducing the PR1X, brothers newest addition to the PR series lineup. This machine is a single needle professional use embroidery machine, and boasts a large 8"x12" workspace, with  loads of amazing features to speed up and enhance your workflow.

Check out videos on this amazing machine HERE. Learn more about the PR1X from the BROCHURE, SPEC SHEET, or MULTINEEDLE COMPARISON CHART.

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XJ1 and XE2

We are thrilled to welcome back the XJ1 Stellaire and meet the XE1!

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Air1800

Brother has added a second air threading serger to their lineup!

Add a splash of professional-looking stitches with the versatile, durable AIR1800 Air Serger. The AIR1800 is an excellent addition to any sewing room and has a list of convenient features that includes an error LED indicator light that will notify when the fabric cover is open, a pair of quick-change levers for the rolled hemstitch feature, and a switch that will activate and deactivate the cutting knife. You’ll be floating on air when it comes time to change threads on the AIR1800. The threading ports are connected to the end of each looper by tubes, and at the touch of a button, a blast of air sends the threads through the loopers, so it's a cinch to change thread colors. You’ll be walking on air after adding finishing touches to your next project with the AIR1800 Air Serger.

See the details and download the brochure HERE.

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PQ1600S

The optimum machine for speed and precision, the Brother PQ1600S Sewing and Quilting Machine is a fantastic machine that belongs in the sewing room of every serious quilter and sewist. With sewing speeds up to 1,500 stitches per minute, a push button thread cutter, and a Pin Feed Mechanism that allows you to exchange the use of the feed dogs for a single pin that cleanly extends from beneath the machine, moving all layers of your quilt together or moves a delicate velvet without leaving feed dog marks in the nap, the PQ1600S is ready for your next project.

See the SPECS HERE

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT LAST MONTH, DONT MISS OUT ON BERNINAS NEW MACHINES!

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SPECIAL EVENT WITH YVETTE THIS OCTOBER!

EXCITING NEWS! Just what you have been asking for, an event where you can work on the pattern of your choice, with expert guidance from Yvette Chilcott. In this two day in person event you will choose the Jalie pattern you would like to make, bring your materials and be ready to have SEW much fun.

WHEN: October 20 and 21, 2023

COST: $300 plus pattern and materials

REGISTER HERE

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Have you Tried the Eucalan Stain Removing Wipes?

So you are out at a special event, and realize that something has just dropped onto your dress. Possibly one of the worst feelings at the beginning of the evening!! Eucalan has made individually packaged Delicate Wash Stain Treating Towelettes just for times like these, and they work marvelously!

The shirt above is made from Raw silk, and has a good amount of deodorant left behind. Impressively, the Eucalan wipe not only took out the stain beautifully, but left absolutely no mark behind on the garment! One thing we also noticed about the wipe is how moist it is, which really allows each wipe to go a long way.

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New Canvas

We are so excited! Printed canvas is finally in the shop! These printed canvases are perfect for a bag or jacket, and the colours are so crisp and vibrant. Just gorgeous!

Left: 100% Cotton Canvas Digital Print - 55" Wide Floral

Middle: 100% Cotton Canvas Digital Print - 55" Wide Cream Floral

Right: 100% Cotton Canvas Digital Print - 55" Wide Grey Floral

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Outdoor Furniture Redesign by Janice

We LOVE LOVE LOVE when our customers show off their projects they have made. Janice used her Bernina B770 QE to redesign her outdoor furniture. Stunning job Janice!

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Intro to Quilting Class for Beginner - Coming up Soon!

We heard you asking for a beginner quilting class, and we have one coming up soon, with a new project.

Learn the basics of the whole quilt process right from rotary-cutting to piecing your patches into blocks then arranging them into a quilt top. Learn about batting and backing your quilt use simple straight line quilting to secure all layers before binding to complete your quilt. In this six week course you will be making this simply beautiful table runner in your choice of colours! Register here.

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Blooming Bright Quilt Class Up for Registration

FINALLY the Blooming Bright Quilt is up for registration! This stunning quilt is a 4 session class, and has a block at the bottom for you to leave as negative space, or embellish by embroidery or heat transfer vinyl.

See more information HERE.

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Flying Car Book Cover Class

Looking to branch out with your embroidery machine? Why not try making this in the hoop project. In this class you will learn how to make a project in the hoop, as well as applique.

Register here.

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PLEASE NOTE: FOR INQUIRIES REGARDING BERNINA LUGGAGE, PEASE REACH OUT TO THE STORE DIRECTLY BY EMAIL PHONE OR IN PERSON AT THE SHOP. THANK YOU!
 

 

See All Classes HERE
 

Big Brother Club

Choose your own projects and accomplish them in-class with expert guidance. This Club is for Brother sewing & embroidery machines that have an embroidery hoop of 6"x10" or larger.

Sep 27, Oct 11, Oct 25, 2023 from 10:30-2.

REGISTER HERE

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Time for U.S. (Uninterrupted Sewing)

Join other like-minded sewists and take advantage of Uninterrupted Sewing (U.S.) time in our classroom between 11am and 2pm on these posted in-store sew-days!

You can choose your own project and pace. Start new projects or catch up on the "work in progress" pile. This is independent sewing time (no teacher supervision) but of course our staff will be available to assist, and your fellow sewists love to chat and help each other.

Sep 28, Oct 12 and 26, 2023 from 11AM-2pm.

Cost: $25

REGISTER HERE

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Kidstart Beginner

This project based beginner class for children 9 to 13 years of age will start them building a solid foundation in the world of sewing. Each project has been selected to focus on a different sewing skill, which progressively builds their sewing knowledge. On completion of this class students will have an understanding sewing machine safety and basic operation. Students are encouraged to bring their own sewing machine, but there are machines available for use in the classroom if necessary.

You will receive an email with information closer to date of class along with any class notes and other materials that you may need.

Tuesday September 26, Oct 03, 10, and 17, 2023 from 4:30-6:30pm.

Cost: $100 plus materials

REGISTER HERE

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Kidsew Intermediate - Marlene

Having had some experience at the sewing machines in KidStart children are now invited to add to their sewing knowledge bank. With a beginner's focus on pattern reading and different stitching practice.

Students are encouraged to bring their own machine, but if they don't have their own sewing machines will be provided. Materials for projects will be purchased at the end of classes.

*CLASS HELD IN PERSON *
You will receive an email with information closer to date of class along with any class notes and other materials that you may need.

Saturday September 30, October 07, 14, and 28, 2023 from 1:30-3:30pm.

Cost: $100 plus materials.

REGISTER HERE

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Serger 102

Dive into using your serger, and learn a variety of techniques for garment construction. You will learn how to use your serger for a polished and professional finish on your clothing, and come away inspired to use your serger.

Class fee is waived for machines purchased at That Sewing Place. If you have purchased your machine at That Sewing Place and would like to register, please contact the shop, and we will take care of registration for you.

Saturday October 7, 2023 from 11:30-1:30

Cost: $70

REGISTER HERE

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Jalie Retreat with Yvette

This two-day in person retreat with Yvette Chilcott will give you the opportunity to work on your projects while benefiting from Jalie brand ambassador Yvette's knowledge and guidance .This retreat is for sewing with Jalie patterns only. Patterns can be purchased in store or on the Jalie website at https://jalie.com/.

A variety of Sergers will be available for use during the retreat to help you give your garments a professionally finished look. 

Price includes Lunch and snacks on both days.

REGISTER HERE

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Wine Bottle Bag

Tired of carrying your wine bottles around in a paper bag? Join us for a fun class and make a cool wine tote that you can use and re-use. These bags work up fast so you'll go home with a finished bag and the inspiration and know-how to make more for upcoming occasions. They are great as a hostess gift! This pattern is for a standard size wine bottle.

REGISTER HERE

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Flying Car Book Cover Class

Dive into the world of in the hoop applique and embroidery with this wonderful book cover project. In this class you will need a 6 x 10" hoop or larger . If you are thinking of upgrading and do not currently have this size hoop we do have two store demo machines that can be used for this class. The design will need to be purchased from Sweet Pea's website and downloaded to your machine or a memory stick prior to class. Find the pattern here.

Oct 25 and Nov 01, 2023 from 3PM-5PM

Cost: $50

REGISTER HERE

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Intermediate Adult

Project-based intermediate-level class for adults, students will build on their knowledge from the Beginner Adult class. This is a four session class.

Please bring your own sewing machine to class. There will be homework in between classes.

This class is held in store at That Sewing Place, so there is limited seating.

Friday November 10, 17, 24 and December 1, 2023, from 10:30-12:30

Cost: $100 plus materials.

REGISTER HERE

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Blooming Bright Quilt Class - Barb

Join Barb to make this colorful quilt with room to personalize with HTV or embroidery. The quilt finishes at 54 x 67". This class includes a kit which should be picked up the week before classes start.

Instructions will be emailed or can be picked up with the kit prior to the class start date.

*If you need the kit shipped to you (shipping fees apply) please contact the store by email or phone. 

Friday November 10, 17, 24 and Dec 01, 2023 from 10AM-12PM

Cost: $206.58

REGISTER HERE

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Quilt Therapy - Barb

Bring in your quilt and our quilt teacher Barb can assist you, whatever stage you are stuck on no project is too big or too small.

Saturday November 11 from 2:30-4:30

Cost: $25

REGISTER HERE

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Sewing Machine Essentials for NQ Series Brother Machines - Jaret

In this class you will start with the basics to get to know your machine and then progress to maintenance, tips and tricks from the tech, and troubleshooting. There is a question and answer period at the end of class so that you go home confidant with your machine.

Our favourite part about this class is that it’s not only for beginner sewists. If you want to gain a deeper understanding of your machine, or just have a refresher this class is a great option for you.

This class caters from the small to midsize combination sewing machines, some examples being NQ550, NQ900, NQ1600E & NQ3500D. If you don't know if this class is suitable for your machine please give us a call.

Class fee is waived for machines purchased at That Sewing Place. If you have purchased your machine at That Sewing Place and would like to register, please contact the shop, and we will take care of registration for you.

You will receive an email closer to date of class with any class notes and other materials that you may need

Saturday August 19, 2023 from 2:30-4:30pm, or Saturday November 11, 2023 from 2:30-4:30pm.

Cost: $70

REGISTER HERE

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Classic Hoodie

During this class you will learn to sew a hoodie or sweatshirt suitable for all ages that fits comfortably and looks great!. The pattern comes with 27 sizes and can easily be altered to make it longer for a taller person over 5'6" and is unisex. You will learn how to make a kangaroo pocket, banded cuffs, a set-in-sleeve and of course the hood.

If you are interested in trying one of our Sergers to give your garment a professionally finished look, we will be pleased to incorporate that into your class.

Pattern is included in the registration fee. All other required materials are available for purchase in store, with a 15% discount available after class registration.

REGISTER HERE

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Bag Therapy

Bring in your bag projects in any stage of development that you would like to complete, and get help or advice from our teacher and the other participants or just to chat and get your project finished.

Saturday December 02, 2023 from 1:30-4:30pm.

Cost: $25

REGISTER HERE

Allison Asked: "I heard that it can cause damage to my serger if I cut the threads and run my machine to get them out, if that is correct is there a safer way to remove the threads?"

"In short yes and yes. 

When you run your serger and the machine is threaded correctly, the threads are drawn from the thread spools through the machine guides to the point where a chain stitch is created.

Where the problem occurs is once the threads are cut. 

Some may cut the threads to change thread colour, and then run the machine to get the threads out so they can rethread with the new colour. When the loose ends (or cut ends) are trailing through the machine as it is running, these loose ends can catch or snag on various points in the machine. Once this happens the thread(s) cinch tight causing the needles or loopers to flex, colliding into one another, usually breaking and  throwing off your machines intricate timing. The looper(s) will need to be replaced, the timing reset and more often that not the tensions rebalanced.

So for a fast and safe method to remove your threads, try the following steps.

1. Turn your handwheel (lower right side of machine in the forward direction as indicated by the arrow (on or beside the handwheel) until the needles reach the highest point.
2. Cut threads just above the top of your machine
3. Now turn your handwheel backwards so the needles go from their highest point to the lowest point (turning the handwheel backwards undoes the chainstitch)
4. Raise the presser foot and grabbing hold of the chainstitch under the presser foot, pull the thread straight out towards the back of your machine (not out the side) and your threads should just slide out with ease

If the threads don’t slide out easily try rocking the handwheel back and forth a little to see if it lets go of the thread. For machines that don’t have a tension release built into the presser foot lifter, simply pull the threads out of the left and right needle tensions and the threads should now be loose enough to slide out of the machine."

- Jaret the Technical Expert

A sewing gauge is an essential must have in your sewing room. It is perfect for making quick, consistent measurements, for example when pinning a hem. It also guarantees evenly placed buttonholes, or seam allowance. See this Sewing Gauge HERE.