Here comes Spring!

Some exciting things going on this month...free Sew Along March 8, Stack 'N Whack March 5 and 26, Sewing Camp during March Break, Tea on March 22, Free motion Workshop on March 23...Keeping this busy will really make time fly and then Spring really will be here before we know it!

Sew Have Fun Retreat April 19-21

What needs to be said about a retreat; it’s a chance to get away from home and work pressures, spend time with some awesome sewing sisters, and just sew, sew, sew!  Catch up on quilting projects, start some new ones, be inspired in the countryside, and of course we’ll have all kinds of surprises in store for you!  We are planning a budget friendly get-away that promises good food, good friends, and much laughter!  

We have booked Hawthorne House which has 9 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.  Each bedroom has 2 twin beds so maximum of 2 people per room.  We've also booked the rec room so will have lots of room for projects and sewing.  Meals are in the Dining room and include Friday dinner, 3 meals on Saturday and breakfast and lunch on Sunday.  Book before February 28 and you will receive a lovely swag bag!

email: edith@sewhavefun.com or call during business hours 905-728-7397

How is 2013 so far?

Designed by Annette Ornelas, this would make a great wallhanging or table centerpiece.  Learn how to use curves to draw the eye through the project without ever sewing a curved seam!

This class runs Tuesdays, January 22 and 29,  10am-1pm.  $40 plus fabric and pattern.  We have a beautiful  Black and Red example in the store.

2013 We're ready!!

You can telephone...tell a friend...or tell a woman!!

Obviously word about our store has been spreading and we appreciate each and every person who shared our store information this year.  As a result our sewing community is growing and there is nothing more exciting than sharing the love of sewing and encouraging all of you in your sewing journey.

2013 Promises to hold even more growth and sewing knowledge as we launch a new Block of the Month, we’re going back in time to 2002 Times and Seasons by Piecemakers.  Interestingly the dates on this calendar match the 2013, a bit of serendipity there!  We are offering multiple ways to work the appliqué, and knock down your stash for the crazy patch work.

Seams Like a Journey is a fabulous project for learning multiple techniques and finishes in a cohesive and attractive quilt; you will have such a sense of accomplishment and will have confidence to move on to more challenging projects. 

As we near completion on the Stonehenge Block of the Month some new projects are stacking up, and many new classes with talented teachers.

Thanks again to all of you for making this past year a success!

Twisted Table Runner

Jan 9 1pm

Class and kit $45

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, our Twisted Runner suits them all!

 

Designed by Annette Ornelas,Mexican Stars would make a great wallhanging or table centerpiece.  Learn how to use curves to draw the eye through the project without ever sewing a curved seam!

This class runs Tuesdays, January 15, 22 and 29.  10am-1pm.  $40 plus fabric and pattern.  We have a beautiful example in Black and red in the store.

Dresden Candle Mat

Jan 16 1-4pm Class and kit $45

Brighten your table with this charming centerpiece made so easily with a fusible round place mat base and a combination of contrasting petals.  Finished in a clever way, you’ll be amazed how easy it is!  Dresden template required.  Choose your colours when you sign up.

Leather Bottom Tote

Nothing is worse than putting your lovely creation down on a salt stained floor ruining it with winter shmutz.  We’ve created a great bag with innovative pockets and best of all trimmed in Upholstery leather that is treatable and resists all that winter and you can throw at it!!

Jan 22 1-4  $50 for class and kit.  Order your colours when you pay for your kit.

For these and many other classes drop in soon to Sew Have Fun

 

13 is going to be your lucky number

A book can be savoured, poured over, shared with a friend, turn what you thought impossible into incredible, and transform a novice into an expert and makes a great Christmas gift!!  Lucky for you we have some delightful books on sale for $5, $10, or $15 and 20% off all others!  Macphee patterns now on for $2!

If you are feeling pressured by the swift approach of Christmas take advantage of our Sew Along on Fridays, this is a great time to catch up on your sewing without family or home distractions. Bring your project, supplies and machine if you like and a little lunch too if you want to stay all day. I've got the coffee on and a few treats hanging around and will be there to help if needed.  While you’re here fill out a wish list and we’ll set your Santa up and even do the wrapping!

Our Christmas Presents Table runner was a huge hit; we’re holding an encore class on Tuesday, December 11 at 1pm.  We even have kits available.

Friday, December 14 is our “Tea”.  We’re starting early at 2pm and will be doing some hands on creating.  Can’t make it right at 2, don’t worry, just come on in and enjoy when you’re able, we’ll have lots of Christmas cheer to go around!

Tuesday, December 18 Make our Dresden Candle mat and decorate your holiday table with style!  So easy it can be done in one class; use a great new fusible product. Class and kit $30    

Christmas sales continue and all Demo Machines are a great price, it could be time to be your own Santa!

Stay tuned for our Open House and PJ party...13 is going to be your lucky number with Sew Have Fun!!

Edith

Sew Have fun

edith@sewhavefun.com

9058-728-73978

Can you believe it is November already!

Elaine's Pumpkin Muffins

 Thanks Elaine for the delicious muffins, we enjoyed them at our tea on Friday and thanks for sharing the recipe with all of us! 

 If you can't see this or print it out drop into the store and I'll be happy to print it for you!

Sew Have Fun, October Happenings

Demo Day at Sew Have Fun

We had such a great time at our Tea!  Lots of Demos and some great prizes!  Here is one of our projects, so simple and a great gift idea!  Thanks Betty!

 

Fashion Wine Tote

Supplies: 2 1- 9/16” grommets, a point turner, .25 m WOF (width of fabric) each an outer fabric, lining and batting to match. Use Insul-bright or Insul-shine for a tote that will keep your wine chilled.

1.   Cut outer fabric, lining and batting 8” by 38”         

2.   Sandwich as follows:

Batting to wrong side of outer fabric, right side of lining to right side of outer fabric and stitch 5/8” around, leaving a 4-5” opening 8-9” from top edge

3.   With batting on the bottom, set your seams

4.   Clip corners and turn right side out, using a point turner to nicely push out your corners (don’t be too pushy!)

5.   Press your fabric, bringing the lining and outer fabric even at the edge. Pin the opening closed even at the edge

6.   Whipstitch by hand or machine stitch the opening close to the edge.

7.   Using the width of the foot as a guide, machine stitch around the entire edge of the tote.

Note: Now would be the time to embroider, embellish or quilt your tote, if desired.

8.   Press flat

9.   Using a Frixion Pen mark 1” down from the upper edge topstitching, and mark the center of the tote.

10.              

Apply grommets according to manufacturer’s instructions, so the upper edge sits at the 1” mark.

11.               Fold in half, insides together

and stitch up the sides, using the

previous topstitching as a guide.

Leave an opening 4” from the

bottom and secure your stitching

at both top and bottom.