September is for sewing!

Jalie Retreat with Yvette is back again!

We are so excited to have our fall sewing retreat with Yvette on November 15 and 16, 2024. Learn more here.

Looking to make a garment that fits, and looks great? Come to our Jalie retreat and choose which pattern you work on with the expert guidance of Yvette. Each retreat is more fun than the last, save your spot now!

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Lea's Rope Bowls

Lea used jute rope, which can be found at the dollar store or hardware store, and clothes line rope to created the stripe throughout the bowl.

She sewed both ropes together into one long strip, then started working them in to a bowl, and sewed it together. In total, to make two bowls and two hotpads, it took Lea about an hour and a half all together. This is a great hostess gift, or addition to rustic decor for the home or cottage.

Tips for success: Make sure to have a nice wide zig-zag so it catches both ropes, and opt for large needle. Lea used a universal size 100, and polyester thread. Try the Poly Core thread if you want something thin and very strong for your heavier duty projects like these bowls or bag making.

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Mug Cozy made on the brother PR1X

Marlene made this mug cozy on the Brother PR1X. This cool graffiti inspired font is a unique built-in font on the PR1X professional embroidery machine. The pattern Marlene used to make the mug cozy is from All People Quilt. Check out the pattern here.

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Mik's Denim Jacket

This steampunk wing design is one of a collection of gorgeous steampunk designs built into the brother PR1055X professional embroidery machine. This Jacket needed to be upcycled, and what better way then with some embroidery?!

After testing the colours out, she floated the jacket in the hoop and pinned it on the sides for extra stability. The PR1055X scanner made placing the designs precisely a breeze! We love how this turned out.

BEHIND THE SCENES...

So...the behind the scenes version didn't go quite as smoothly as expected. When scanning the jacket, it was not pinned quite flat enough and got caught which made a small tear in the jacket shoulder. She will rescue that later with another embroidery. Mikaela did her test stitch out on a material darker than the jacket. This backfired when one the colours outlining the pipes and gears didn't stand out very well. NO PROBLEM! She simply changed the colour, and embroidered that section again.

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Charmaine's Shirt

This pattern was a featured pattern of the month for members from closetcorepatterns.com. You can join monthly, but only have access to the current month's pattern.  To access previous months' patterns, you need to purchase an annual membership.

Great touch using patchwork patterned fabric in a patchwork shirt! Gorgeous Charmaine, can't wait to see it on you.

Fabrics used: Quilting Cotton Sweater Weather, and Zola Double Gauze.

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Monster Truck HTV T-Shirt

Super fun design for the wild child in your life! This design was found on Creative Fabrica, but since then has been taken off the website. Jenn used Glitter flake HTV, Premium Plus Black HTV, and HTV Pattern sheets with her brother Scan'N'Cut to make this cool shirt.

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NEW ADDITION: Royce lightweight Ponte De Roma in navy blue

Royce is a lightweight Ponte De Roma that is just waiting to be your next skirt, dress, pants or jumper! Check out Royce Navy.

 

See All Classes HERE

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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.

This is the perfect opportunity to work on your own projects and complete the pile of UFO'S (un-finished objects), or to learn something new from what the others are working on.

Cost: $25

Dates: Wednesday September 25, October 09, 23, Novemember 06, 20, December 04, 18, 2024 from 10:30-2pm.

REGISTER HERE

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Time for Uninterrupted Sewing

Join other like-minded sewists and take advantage of Uninterrupted Sewing (U.S.) time in our classroom between 11am and 3pm 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.

Cost: $25

Dates: September 26, October 10, 24, November 07, 21 December 05, 19, 2024 from 10:30-3pm.

REGISTER HERE

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Intermediate Adult Sewing

In this project-based class for adults you will continue to build on your knowledge from the beginner level 1 and level 2 classes.
This is a six week class session. Projects range from garment making to home decor and bag making.

Cost: $150 plus tax and materials. Materials available at a 15% discount with registration.

Dates: Friday September 27, Oct 04, 11, 18, 25, Nov 01, 2024 from 10:30am-12:30pm OR

November 02, 09, 23, 30, Dec 07, 14, 2024 from 1:30-3:30pm.

REGISTER HERE 

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Intermediate Adult Sew Club

 Sew your own adventure! These will be Project-based intermediate-level classes for adults. Students will continue to build on their knowledge from the Beginner Adult classes while picking their own projects and receiving guidance from our teacher Barb. What will you sew?

This is a six-session class. You should have knowledge of working with stretch knit fabrics (ie. sewing hoodies).

Cost: $150 plus tax and materials, which are available at a 15% discount after registration.

September 27, October 04, 11, 18, 25 and Nov 01, OR Nov 08, 22, 29, Dec 06, 13, 20, 2024.

REGISTER HERE

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Canvas Workspace and Artspira

Join Nicole to learn how to use Canvas Workspace to customize your designs, or even create them from scratch! Have you tried Artspira yet? Learn about this amazing app and how it works with Scan'N'Cut DX machines so you can create, design, and transfer with WIFI to your machine.

This intro to the software will open up your skills so you can confidently go where your imagination takes you. Students come away with a foundation to begin expanding your creativity and project type.

Cost: $25

Date: Saturday September 28, 2024 from 1:30-3:30pm

REGISTER HERE

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Claudette Button Up Shirt or Shirtdress

Classic button-up shirt and shirtdress, featuring set-in sleeves, two flat pleats at the back and a rounded hem. Patch pockets with flaps on the chest (two pocket styles included). The dress version (B) is above the knee and includes additional patch pockets, a tie belt and belt loops for waist definition.

This Jalie pattern # 4451 comes in 28 sizes from kids 2 all the way to adult 2x. This pattern is suitable for light to medium weight woven fabrics including linen blend, poplin, lightweight denim or flannel.
Patterns can be purchased in store.

*Please note that this is an online zoom class only

Cost: $75

Dates: Monday September 30, October 07 and 21, 2024 from 6-7pm.

REIGISTER HERE

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Knitting or Tote Bag

A great beginner sewing project complete with an inside pocket for any age sewer. This portable tote can be used for yarn storage, craft items, picnic tote or use as a gift basket.

The pattern is included with the class price.

Cost: $25 plus materials available at a 15% discount after registration

Date: Saturday October 19, 2024 from 1:30-3:30pm

REGISTER HERE

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Kidstart Beginner Part 1

 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.

Cost: $150 plus tax and materials. Materials are available at a 15% discount after registration.

Dates: Oct 29, Nov 05, 12, 19, 26, Dec 03, 2024

REGISTER HERE

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Introduction to Artspira and your Scan'N'Cut

In this beginner class you will make a cardstock bookmark, personalize a water bottle with water proof vinyl, and decorate a shirt or sweater with a variety of our heat transfer vinyl. You will also practice importing a design off of a memory stick.

Why not sign up for our Canvas workspace and Artspira App Intro class to learn even more and take your creativity even further.

Please bring one t-shirt and one water bottle you would like to personalize to class. Designs will be provided for you in class.

Cost: $30

Date: Saturday November 02, 2024 from 1:30-4pm

REGISTER HERE

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Taming the Beast: Serger 102 - Jaret

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.

This class is a follow-up to Serger 101.

Cost: $70

Date: Saturday November 09, 2024 from 10am-12pm.

REGISTER HERE 

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Jalie Sewing Retreat with Yvette

During this two day sewing retreat you will be able to pick your own patterns to work on and get advice and guidance while you sew. Build knowledge, confidence and your wardrobe. Try individual pieces or maybe make a layered outfit. Patterns can be purchased in store or online at Jalie.com. 

Lunch and snacks will be included. 

If you are interested in attending only one day please call the store. Cost for one day only is $125.00. Please contact with any questions or for more information.

Cost: $250, plus tax and materials available at a 15% discount after registration.

Date: Friday November 15 and Saturday November 16, 2024 from 10am-3pm.

REGISTER NOW

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Akitu Dragonfly Pillow

This pillow is created with a choice of three different Batiks to give a stained-glass effect. There are so many color combinations and beautiful fabrics to use. This pattern could also be used to create a wall hanging and more. The downloadable Pattern can be purchased at thequiltersbouquet.com. Find it here.

The finished pillow cover will fit a 22" x 22" pillow form.

Cost: $50 plus pattern and material available at a 15% discount with the class.

Date: Saturday November 23 and 30, 2024 from 1-3pm.

REGISTER HERE

Natalie asked: "Just made my first quilt, and am nervous to wash it. I used some bright colours and don't want them to bleed. Do you have any suggestions?"

"Many quilters prefer not to pre-wash their fabric. When working with bright fabrics especially, it is well worth it to pre wash and press your fabric before cutting it.

Next, your quilt should sit in the wash bin, or washer for as little time as possible to reduce bleeding. 

Even when you take precautions, bleeding can still occur. You can try and mitigate this by using colour catchers.These sheets look like dryer sheets, which you add in the wash to soak up the dye in the wash water.

Lastly, many have found adding iodized salt or white vinegar to the washer works well to minimize or stop bleeding. For a top or from loader, add about 1/2-1 cup of regular iodized table salt into the wash, or 1/2 cup of white vinegar"

-The Seam Team

This months tool is Glowline Ruler Tape. Omnigrid® Glow-Line™ Tape is a transparent fluorescent tape for highlighting lines and shapes on rulers; use it to highlight measurements used repeatedly during a project or to create project-specific angles on a ruler.