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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Hurry in Before Your Favorite Sewing Machine and Notions are Gone!

Celebrate Labor Day with some Spectacular Sewing Deals!                                                      

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	Join us in our annual Labor Day Celebration! We'll be closed on the holiday but that never stopped us from having our annual sale. Come in and get some of those notions you missed out on during our event. And take advantage of our special financing offer on select machines.   **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. View our fall class schedule: Share and Chat with us:
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We had Fun and Learned a Lot!

Thanks to sewing expert Katrina Walker,  the Kalamazoo Sewing Center's Husqvarna Viking Toolin' Around Two event was a success. Everyone went home inspired and full of tools and ideas to make sewing more fun and easy.
Katrina talked about all her favorite tools and the tips that she has picked up during her years of working in the garment and textile business. All eyes were on the big screen as the Interchangeable Dual Feed Foot was demonstrated. She dazzled us with her haute couture dress fashioned with prairie points. She demonstrated tips and tools to sew slippery fabrics like silks. And she showed us how to add special details to our sewing to make every garment special.

And we spent the afternoon getting tips on embroidery, stabilizers, and sheep. Katrina advised us to be sure that we set up our machines to sew the way we want to sew. Today's machines have many features that can be set up your way. She says "Don't let your sewing machine boss you around---you be the boss and set it up your way!" And when you buy a machine from us we'll give you a class to show you how.

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Glimpse the Designer Diamond Royale!

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	Meet the Designer Diamond Royale with a chance to pre-order with $3000 in give aways!  Order now for delivery toward the end of September/beginning of October and receive a bonus gift worth $3000! Watch the video below and take a look at the special dimensional stitches on the model's gown. Stitches that are just now being newly patented by Husqvarna Viking. Don't forget to click on the picture to enter the Crown Jewel Sweepstakes. Win won of several Husqvarna Viking Jewels!    **Please see store for complete details 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. Join us for a class Click for complete class and event schedule! Share and Chat with us:
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Grab Some Knit Fabric and Stitch up a Fall Wardrobe!

 

Even Feed Foot

Planning on sewing some of those fall knits---the ones that look so good, are so comfy, and stretch to fit? If you have one of the Husqvarna Viking model sewing machines, like the Designer Ruby Deluxe or the Designer Diamond Deluxe then all you need to do is look to your built in sewing advisor for advice. Program in knit as your fabric and your built in sewing advisor will pick the stitch and let you know what foot and needle to use. If you're not lucky enough to have the built in sewing advisor, never fear! With a bit of know-how you too can stitch knit fabrics like a pro.

Knits are fabrics that are looped together rather than woven. Knits are stretchy and require seams that stretch too. Seams that are not stitched especially for knits will not give and are more prone to break than stretch.

The first thing to consider when stitching knits is your needle. There are special needles made for stitching knits. The sewing machine needles specifically for knits have a special scarf that helps them through the knit without pulling and stretching the fabric. This special scarf also prevents missed stitches. Keep a supply of stretch needles on hand in different sizes so that you'll have the correct needle for any project.

Then you'll need to consult the owner's manual for your machine on the recommended stitch for knits. A regular zigzag stitch will usually work, but as machines have become more sophisticated the machine manufacturers have included other suitable stitches to help you make your seams in knits perfect. Be sure to review the recommended foot to use with your machine's recommended stitch.

Stitch a sample using a scrap of fabric from your project. Adjust the width and length of the stitch if necessary. Be sure that your fabric sample isn't puckering. If you're still having problems consider purchasing an Even Feed Foot for your machine. An Even Feed Foot helps beginners and experienced sewers alike feed all sorts of fabric through their machine evenly and uniformly.

So don't be afraid to grab some knit fabric and a pattern made for knits and add some wonderfully comfy clothes for that fall wardrobe!

Tools, Tips, Tricks and a Chance to Win!

Join us this Friday for the Toolin' Around Event!                                                                        

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	Join us this Thursday! Just a couple more spots left for this Thursday's Toolin' Around Two Event. This is a brand new event that we're sponsoring after the Toolin' Around One event success in April. Call today to pre-register.   Enter Daily to win one of many prizes from Husqvarna Viking!  Enter to win one of Husqvarna Viking's new crown jewels. Enter daily for more chances to win and be sure to share with your friends! Get your Diamond by the end of the week! There are only two Designer Diamond Deluxe machines left at the special close out prices. Over the past month we've gained 30 happy new Designer Diamond Deluxe owners. We have classes planned just for these new owners to learn how to use their new machines. Hurry in and grab one of these top of the line machines at the special price. Time is almost up and you won't ever have this chance again!     **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. Join us for a class today! Click here for the complete schedule! Share and Chat with us:
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Last Chance on Our Sizzling Summer Deals!

Our Diamond owners are really creating spectacular projects! Here is Mrs. Ashley with her gorgeous creation. Due to our recent sale we have many new Designer Diamond Deluxe owners who are busy getting creative for the fall and holiday seasons.

We have just a couple of Designer Diamond Deluxe Sewing Machines left. Hurry in because the special deal of up to 60% off is almost over. Don't miss your opportunity to get this top of the line machine so that you can get started on the creations of your dreams.

Don't forget! Our Toolin' Around Two Event is next week. This event promises to be full of great tips, tricks, and tools to make sewing fun, more rewarding, and to help you obtain professional results with all your sewing projects.