The Next Peek at the new Designer Diamond Royale Sewing Machine!

Designer Diamond Royale Accessories to Dazzle You!                              

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	Accessories to Dazzle Last week we got a glimpse of the new dimensional stitches that the Designer Diamond Royale creates. This week we glimpse the top of the line accessories that are included with the new Designer Diamond Royale that is coming this month to the sewing center. This machine promises all the ease of use that you've come to expect out of Husqvarna Viking sewing machines and also includes accessories that help with your sewing like the Interchangeable Dual Feed! Labor Day Sale all this week!  Hope you had a wonderful Labor Day weekend! Stop by the sewing center for some notions or take advantage of some special financing deals we have available this week only.                                                               Embroidery designs on sale at myembroideries.com this month!  Don't forget to tell them that we're your favorite store! Events--Won't You Join Us?   **Please see store for complete details for all as additional restrictions may apply.	Kalamazoo Sewing Center: 5401 Portage Rd., Suite 6 Portage, MI 49002 (269)342-5808 Fax: (269) 342-0456 email: mail@kalamazoosews.com Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-5:30, Saturday 9:30-1 Closed Sunday Class schedule is subject to change. Please give us a call if the weather is inclement. Say yes to a free project and design! From Husqvarna Viking and myembroideries.com  Share and Chat with us:
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Sizzling deals and projects at Kalamazoo Sewing Center

Sizzling hot deals and projects just for you!                                                                                        

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	Get a free H|Class 100Q with the purchase of a Designer Diamond Deluxe! Our summer of sizzling deals is heating way up with this deal---a free machine---that's a $499 deal! 24 equal monthly payment 0% financing!  Get a Designer Topaz, a Sapphire 875Q, or select editions of 5D Embroidery software for 24 equal monthly payment 0% financing My Embroideries---50% off!   Don't forget to tell them that we're your favorite store! Join us for a class: Join us to make a wall hanging or quilt with this long awaited exclusive Hoop Sister's design; Feathered Star! Learn new techniques. Enjoy some sewing time with other enthusiasts. Share ideas on colors, styles, and techniques. Won't drop by to sign up today? Wednesday, June 12th at 1 PM and June 15th at 10 AM. **Please see store for complete details for all as additional restrictions may apply.	Kalamazoo Sewing Center: 5401 Portage Rd., Suite 6 Portage, MI 49002 (269)342-5808 Fax: (269) 342-0456 email: mail@kalamazoosews.com Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-5:30, Saturday 9:30-1 Closed Sunday Class schedule is subject to change. Please give us a call if the weather is inclement. Having issues with your sewing machine? Whether it's bobbin thread in the wrong place or thread breakage---the first order of business is the needle. Use the right kind for your project and a new needle with each new project. View all the options by clicking the picture: Get the free monthly project---a humbug bag! Click the picture: Share and Chat with us:
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For Mom----the Best!

Have a Spring Fling!

We have special no interest financing of up to 48 months---4 years on selected models for a limited time---hurry in before this deal disappears. 

Only the Best for the Best! 

Now through May 17, 2013 get a deal on one of the Opal models. With all the best features, Mom would simply love to get an Opal for Mother's Day. The Opal is a Consumer's Digest Best Buy. The Opal features the exclusive SEWING ADVISOR---a built in program that puts advice and expertise at your fingertips---like having an assistant in your sewing room. Other features include: long arm for big projects, built in fonts, sew without the foot control, programmable stitches with memory, needle up/down, threader with automatic bobbin thread pick up. And the machine speaks 12 different languages including Spanish and French.    

Embroidery designs on sale at myembroideries.com starting May 1st! 

Don't forget to tell them that we're your favorite store!

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New From Dakota Collectibles

Stitch recipe cards---what a wonderful shower gift for a new bride! Get the design today.

 **Please see store for complete details for all as additional restrictions may apply.

Exciting things Happening at Kalamazoo Sewing Center!

This afternoon a group of quilters gathered together to finish up baby quilts for a local unwed mother shelter. The quilts are just gorgeous. The quilters were enjoying each others company, some healthy snacks, and using their sewing machines for a good cause while gathering some great tips from each other.

And now is a great time to grab that sewing machine and come to the sewing center for a class or to finish one of those projects that you've been working on and haven't had the time to finish.

Feels Like Spring at the Sewing Center!

In fact, we're holding a spring cleaning event! Make a list of all your unfinished sewing projects that you've not finished yet. Bring your list into the sewing center anytime after April 10th and complete our form agreeing to finish your projects. As you complete your projects, stop by the sewing center with your completed project and we'll cross that project off your list. Earn coupons to use for supplies to finish your projects up!

Pocket Purses coming in April

Tabitha is finishing up the sample of the Feels like Spring quilt and it is a beauty! Full of Daffodils, Lily of the Valley, Pansies, and other beautiful spring flowers---this an irresistible quilt---so beautiful. Stop by and see the sample.

And look at these cute pocket purses coming to a class in April! This is a quick and easy in the hoop project---just think of the gifts you can stitch out by making these!

We'll be having so much more news in the coming weeks about a Husqvarna Viking Event coming in May and all the exciting classes that will be coming up. Browse over to our website for a full calendar of events. And stop by today to register for a class. Most classes require advanced registration.  

Having fun quilting for a good cause!

Won't you join us?

   

Sewing up Your Hearts and Kisses

I once asked a new Designer Diamond owner what she embroidered when she first took her Diamond home. She said she embroidered pillow cases, towels, and just about everything she had in the house. And when she ran out of household items she embroidered hearts on her husbands underwear.

The hearts could have been a private moment of love between a husband and a wife except that the husband was a fireman who had to dress in front of other fireworkers sporting his snazzy shorts!

Such is life with Husqvarna Viking Sewing enthusiast! We just love Valentine's Day and the projects are being sewn at our classes at the sewing center. We have so many---make sure you check our calendar because we are adding all sorts of wonderful projects.

If you can't make it to a class we often have the patterns of projects in the store. Come see us, email, or visit our website. And if you need even more inspiration don't forget the holiday scrubbies---the Valentine's scrubbie and matching towel applique are favorites!

And adding lips to a pillow, bedside caddy, or other project places a kiss just where someone will need it like in our caddy project shown here.


And there are plenty of inspirational projects from around the web so shoot over to our Pinterest page and be inspired.

And while your at the store picking up a pattern, design, or taking a class be sure to pick up the tools to make your project go smoother---like one of the new small (80mm x 80mm)hoops for those tight spots in smaller areas where you need those lips and kisses to go.

And for those binding projects----make it easier with a binding foot---watch this video to see just how easy sewing binding to a project can be:

 

Come in and see us for your sewing supplies for all your hearts and kisses.

         

Summer Sewing Schedule

Wow, can you believe that it is already summer!  Time sure has flown by!  We are super excited to let everyone know that we will be getting everyone ready for Christmas early this year!  The entire month of July will be Christmas themed classes-decorations and ideas for gifts to make and give!  We are also very excited to introduce two new instructors to our team!  Rosemary Gest and Deb Miller!  Welcome to the group! As always, we ask that you not wear perfume or lotion as our staff all suffer from allergies!  We are very excited to get started with this fun schedule!  We look forward to seeing you soon!

Software Classes 5D Group 1-you are almost done!  Only two classes left!  No new students to this class! Thur. July 12,  1-3       Tabitha Thur. Aug. 9,   1-3       Tabitha 5D Group 2-One more class!  No new students! Mon. July 2,                1-3       Tabitha 5D Group 3-come learn the tips, tricks, and how to’s for 5D software.  Class is half way through so no new students! Wed. July 11,  1-3       Tabitha Wed. Aug. 1, 1-3       Tabitha Wed. Sept. 5, 1-3       Tabitha **We will be starting a new group in Oct.  be watching for details!  Remember, if you purchase you software from us there is no fee for classes! ** **Special Store Closing Note! **We will be closed on July 4 and July 5 in observance of Independence Day!  Enjoy the time with your families! ** **Also, we will be closed on Sept. 1 and Sept. 3 in observance on Labor Day! **	Christmas in July Kick off-We want to get everyone excited for the fun we have planned for July so we are doing a small party!  No fee and no signing up!  Just stop by and see the samples for upcoming classes, sample some of the Rachel’s Recipes towel design foods and see what classes you want to join!  Mon. July 9,   12-2 Christmas Stocking-This class will teach you how to construct a Christmas stocking in several sizes.  Quilted versions will be the main focus but other options will be discussed.  Fee $15 plus pattern and materials Fri. July 13 & 20, 1-4  Bev Embroidered Christmas Stocking- In this class you will make embroidered stockings using an Anita Goodesign!  Fee $10 plus design and supplies. Thur. July 19, 1-4       Rosemary Snowman Candles-want to make cute snowman that slip right onto the battery tea lights?  These adorable snowmen are embroidered in the hoop and great as decorations or gifts!  Fee $10 plus design and supplies. Mon. July 23, 1-4       Tabitha
Woven Placemats-great for decorating, giving as gifts and using up scraps!  Come make these beautiful woven placemats in a variety of shapes!  Fee $15 plus supplies Wed. July 25, 1-4       Deb M. Endless Christmas Towel-using your endless hoop (required) you will make a great towel to give as gifts or decorate with!  Fee $10 plus design and supplies Thur. July 26,  1-4       Trena Christmas Tree Skirt-this pattern is all the rage this year!  Dresden plate based design, great way to use up stash fabric! Fee $10 plus pattern, template, and supplies Fri. July 27,     1-4       Cathy Appliqué Snowman Towel-this class is perfect if you want a quick gift to make or want to learn how to appliqué!  Fee $10 plus pattern and supplies. Mon. July 30,  1-4       Bev Embroidery Classes Embroidery Time-Each month we show you how to embroider on something you may not have thought of before!  Class fee includes 1-2 new embroidery designs!  Fee $20 plus supplies Mon. July 16,  1-4/6-9   Toilet Paper/ornament Mon. Aug. 20, 1-4/6-9 Scrubby/zipper pulls Mon. Sept. 17, 1-4/6-9 Wet garment bag	Sincerely Yours-this class is still taking new students and meets monthly to make a beautiful embroidered quilt.  Fee $10 plus pattern and supplies Wed. July 18,  1-4       Trena Thur. July 19, 6-9       Trena Wed. Aug. 22,            1-4       Trena Thur. Aug. 23, 6-9       Trena Wed. Sept. 19,            1-4       Trena Thur. Sept. 20,            6-9       Trena Endless Lace-using your endless hoop (required) you will learn how to make decorative lace and trims for use on other projects!  Fee $10 plus supplies Thur. Aug. 2,   1-4       Trena Floral Rings-several of you have been waiting for this one!  Anita Goodesign has done a beautiful job with this embroidered quilt.  Group will meet monthly and try to complete in a years time!  Stop in and see the beautiful sample!  Fee $10 plus design and supplies Tue. Aug. 21, 1-4       Rosemary Tue. Sept. 18, 1-4       Rosemary Autumn Table runner-beautiful and elegant autumn cutwork designs will dress your table from Anita Goodesign with this class!  Fee $10 plus design and supplies Fri. Sept. 28,   1-4       Trena
Appliqué and Quilt Classes Garden Patch Cats-we are almost done harvesting these adorable cats.  All are welcome as each block can stand alone or in a quilt!  Fee $7 plus pattern and materials Tue. July 17,    1-4       Bev Tue. Aug. 21,  1-4       Bev Tue. Sept. 25,  1-4       Bev Stitcher’s Garden-monthly class to learn new feet for your sewing machine and to challenge you to use new stitches too!  Fee $15 plus materials Tue. July 10,    12-3     Tabitha Tue. Aug. 14,  12-3     Tabitha Tue. Sept. 12,  12-3     Tabitha Free Motion Appliqué-come learn this free motion zigzag technique while making a beautiful sunflower wall hanging.  Fee $15 plus pattern and supplies Fri. Aug. 10 & 17        1-4       Deb M. Double Diamond Table runner-fun and creative technique that can be used in multiple ways!  Deb will teach the tech as you make this beautiful table runner! Fee $10 plus pattern, ruler, and supplies Thur. Sept. 6,  1-4       Deb M. Blooming Nine Patch-Bev will teach this variation on a nine patch quilt!  Sample is up and has to be seen!  It is gorgeous!  Fee $20 plus book and supplies Mon. Sept. 24, Oct. 1 & 15    1-4	Additional Fun Classes! Serger Club-each month we make a different project with just your serger!  You are expected to know how to thread your machine to take this class!  Fee $10 plus supplies Tue. July 24,    12-3     Tabitha Tue. Aug. 28,  12-3     Tabitha Tue. Sept. 25,  12-3     Tabitha Bag Ladies-with all the wonder purse and bag patterns out there we decided to start a month bag class!  Each month will be different and with a different instructor so you can meet us all!  Fee $10 plus supplies Fri. Aug. 3,      1-4       Lunch bags with Bev Fri. Sept. 7,     1-4       Bag with Deb M. Hanging Baskets-fabric baskets that can help you organize any space!  Bev will walk you through all the details.  Fee $15 plus supplies Mon. Aug. 6,   1-4       Bev Easy Flowers-fabric flowers are blooming up on everything from bags to hair accessories.  Come learn the simple technique for making them out of any fabric!  Fee $10 plus supplies Wed. Aug. 8,  1-4       Trena Nook Cover-this fun and cute class will show you how to make a very useful Nook cover!  Can be given as gifts for any occasion!  Fee $10 plus pattern and supplies Wed. Aug. 15,            1-4       Deb M. Iphone case-have your phone in a protective case but need a clever way to carry it hands free?  This is the class for you!  Easy to personal and give as gifts!  Fee $10 plus supplies Mon. Sept. 10,            12-3     Tabitha Wallie Wallet-cute wallet that will hold id, phone, cash, ect.  Fee $10 plus pattern and supplies Wed. Sept. 12,            12-3     Tabitha Ipad case-cute case to make taking your ipad everywhere easy!  Bev will walk you through the whole thing!  Fee $15 plus supplies Fri. Sept. 14,   1-4       Bev Chenille Baby Blanket-want to make an adorable blanket for that special little bundle of joy?  This is the class for you!  Fee $20 plus supplies Thur. Sept. 20 & 27    1-4       Trena

**We want to remind all of you that if you would like to come to the store to work on projects we are more than happy to have you!  Sometimes focus is all you need to get the job done and that is easier at the store than at home with the phone and chores!  Give us a call and as long as one of our two wonderful classrooms is available we are happy to have you!** **We are also going to be having a couple special events this summer/fall from Viking!  Keep checking your email and our website, www.kalamazoosews.com for details!** **There is also rumor of a sale while the manager is away this August!  Tabitha is planning a family vacation so we will have a managers gone special that week!  Details to follow!** As always we look forward to seeing everyone and always feel free to call with suggestions and ideas!  Have a wonderful summer! Kalamazoo Sewing Center

 

Notion of the Week

Are you sick and tired of winter already? How about coming by the sewing center for a class?

Whether you're interested in learning how to sew and use your machine or you would like to learn a new quilting technique or you'd just like to get better use of that embroidery machine---we've got a class scheduled for you.

Check out our class schedule by pointing your browser here. You can download our calendar to your calendar so you will never have to miss a class---new classes are added several times a year. And let us know if there is something else we can help you with. We look forward to helping you get the most out of your sewing machine.