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Kids are on their way back to school, so it s time for all of us to get back to quilting classes.

1 The Rae-Bon Review A newsletter to further your enjoyment of quilting, sewing, and related hobbies. S E P T E M B E R Store Hours: Monday- Friday: 10am-5:30 pm Saturday: 10am-4pm Sunday: Closed We will be closed Monday, Sept. 7 for Labor Day. Fall is quickly approaching. Kids are on their way back to school, so it s time for all of us to get back to quilting classes. We have new classes and clubs on the September schedulethere s something for the very beginner as well as the advanced sewer. There is lots that can be done on the Scan N Cut and we have some new classes coming up for that too. Fall is also the time for conventions. I just returned from Brother Convention, Baby Lock convention is coming up the end of August, and Viking convention is in early October. It is a whirlwind of excitement viewing and learning about the innovative machines and new products. Brother introduced Persona, a single needle free arm embroidery machine that includes a cap hoop! The Dream Frame, a fabric management system was also introduced. I am excited for you to see and test drive them in the shop! I know Baby Lock will be introducing the Alliance, a single needle free arm embroidery machine. I can t wait to see what else they have in store for us. Viking has started their teaser campaign for the Epic. Sign up on to get the Snippets from Sandy updates. I try to keep our facebook page updated with information when I am at convention so be sure to check it often and leave your comments. We have some exciting events planned for this fall. Lori Hernandez, a Baby Lock educator, will be sharing serger knowledge with us for a three day class in October. This is a great time to test drive the fabulous functions of the Baby Lock serger-no sewing room should be without one! Cathy Brown, another Baby Lock educator, joins us in November. This two day event covers the Baby Lock Crown Jewel and computer program and free motion on the Tiara and Crescendo. You can quilt no matter what machine you have. Ashley Jones from DIME will also be back in November to cover more embroidery and quilting techniques, along with software. Save the Date, December 5, for The Year of Savings Sale and Coupon Book! Happy Sewing 1 Labor Day Special Clear the Small Bolt Sale September 8-12, 2015 Help us make room for new fabric! Any bolt with 3.5 yards or less on it is 35% off, if you empty the bolt!

Learn to Quilt At the end of the 4 sessions, you will have learned the basic skills of quilt making: fabric selection, rotary cutting, accurate piecing, and adding borders.

4 Sessions: Monday, Sept. 14, 21, 28, & Oct. 5: 1-4 pm Quilt It Quilting with your Embroidery Machine This technique is super fun and easy to do.

You must bring the book Edge to Edge Quilting on your Embroidery Machine by Amelie Scott Designs or purchase one in class. Class fee of $60 includes quilt sandwich and thread.

The class will be geared towards learning to use the tool and not necessarily making a specific project, but we will have project ideas for you.

22: 2-4 pm Sashiko Sashiko Gift Card Holder You bought a Sashiko machine now what do you do with it? Join Cindy to make a felt gift card holder designed by Mary Mulari.

2 Learn to Quilt At the end of the 4 sessions, you will have learned the basic skills of quilt making: fabric selection, rotary cutting, accurate piecing, and adding borders. Come to the first class prepared to purchase your fabric and tools. 20% discount will be given for purchases made in first class. No experience necessary. BYOM Class fee of $75 + supplies and book. 4 Sessions: Monday, Sept. 14, 21, 28, & Oct. 5: 1-4 pm Quilt It Quilting with your Embroidery Machine This technique is super fun and easy to do. Everyone will think you had your quilt done on a long arm. Bring your embroidery machine and a 6 x 10 or larger hoop. You must bring the book Edge to Edge Quilting on your Embroidery Machine by Amelie Scott Designs or purchase one in class. Class fee of $60 includes quilt sandwich and thread. Class is limited to 6 people. Wednesday, Sept. 9: 6-9 pm or Saturday, Sept. 26: 1-4 pm Learn to Use Triangle Each month we will have a class on a Creative Grids ruler. The class will be geared towards learning to use the tool and not necessarily making a specific project, but we will have project ideas for you. For this class you will need the 30 ruler if you don't already have one. Class fee of $15 includes practice fabric. Tuesday, Sept. 22: 2-4 pm Sashiko Sashiko Gift Card Holder You bought a Sashiko machine now what do you do with it? Join Cindy to make a felt gift card holder designed by Mary Mulari. This is a fun, quick project that is done entirely with the Sashiko machine. This is a great way to add that extra touch to your gift giving. In fact.i bet you can t make just one! BYOM Class fee of $20.00 includes pattern and kit. Thursday, Sept. 17: 2 pm-4 pm Beginning Sewing Lounge Pants Learn basic sewing techniques while you make a something special just for yourself! This class will teach you to read a pattern, how to lay out and cut out the pattern, and construct the pants. You will go home with pants to lounge in that night. Class fee is $15.00 plus supplies. Supply list will be given at registration. Bring with to purchase class supplies and you will receive a 20% discount on all items used for class. BYOM or ask to use one of ours if you don t have one. Wednesday, Sept. 23: 1-5 pm 2 Minkee Baby Blanket Create this cute blanket with a few simple stitches. This class is perfect for the new sewer. Class fee is $35.00 and includes all supplies. BYOM. Don t have a sewing machine test drive one of ours while making this blanket. Wednesday, Sept. 30: 2-4 pm

Sewing Machine Explore Your Sewing Machine Explore the features and stitches of your new sewing machine. You will stitch samples, learn the functions of your machine, and basic cleaning.

00 charge; call the shop for details. Bring your machine, accessory feet, foot control, power cord, spool of thread, and bobbin.

3 Sewing Machine Explore Your Sewing Machine Explore the features and stitches of your new sewing machine. You will stitch samples, learn the functions of your machine, and basic cleaning. Open to Baby Lock, Brother, and Viking owners. No charge for machines purchased at Rae-Bon; $50.00 for others. Private classes on other brands may be available at a $75.00 charge; call the shop for details. Bring your machine, accessory feet, foot control, power cord, spool of thread, and bobbin. Thursday, September 10: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Monday, September 14: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Embroidery Basics (for all machines that do hooped computerized embroidery) This class will cover the basics of machine embroidery which includes machine functions, thread selection, stabilizer selection, and positioning designs. Open to Brother, Baby Lock, and Viking owners. No charge for machines purchased at Rae-Bon; $150 for others. Bring your machine, embroidery arm, power cord, embroidery foot, 4 x 4 (or 5 x 7 ) hoop, and spool of embroidery thread. Thursday, September 10: 2:00-5:00 pm Thursday, September 17: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Beyond the Basics: Baby Lock Destiny & Brother Dream Owners Each month we will expand our knowledge of these top of the line machines. This month we will create a fall pillow using a built in design, color shuffling, sizing, and stippling. Bring your embroidery machine, 9.5 x 14 hoop, basic embroidery/sewing supplies, and Floriani colors 172, 245, and 739 (or similar colors in brand of your choice). No charge if you purchased your machine at Rae-Bon; $60.00 to others. Kit fee is $ Thursday, September 24: 1:00-4:00 pm Explore your Scan N Cut Learn the basics of using you Scan N Cut. The class will cover scanning a pattern, cutting multiple pieces of a pattern, scan to cut a design printed on fabric, how to use every scrap of fabric, using built in templates, and more. We will discuss how to get your fabric ready for the Scan N Cut. No charge if you purchased your Scan N Cut at Rae- Bon; $50.00 to others. Bring your Scan N Cut, all mats, and accessories. Fabrics will be provided in class. Monday, September 14: 5:00-7:00 pm Scan N Cut with Heat Transfers Decorate shirts, pillows, bags, anything you can iron with heat transfer vinyl. Possibilities are endless. Learn the tricks to using this easy decorative vinyl. Scan N cut makes it easy to cut any design you want. Bring to class your Scan N Cut, t shirt or canvas bag to decorate, and heat transfer vinyl. Class fee is $15.00 if Scan N Cut was purchased at Rae-Bon; $25.00 to others Friday, September 25: 2:00-4:00 pm 3

Create with Embroidery Sealed with a Stitch brings to us unique zippered pouch this month. Fabric has been specially printed with the words in the hoop.

Bring a spool of teal or turquoise thread, your embroidery machine, and basic embroidery supplies.

Claudia and Sandy will be sharing all the highlights from Baby Lock Convention. We may even be able to demo a new machine! Receive a 10% discount on any new items highlighted that day. Year of Love.

4 Create with Embroidery Sealed with a Stitch brings to us unique zippered pouch this month. Fabric has been specially printed with the words in the hoop. The pouch has a pocket on the back, zipper, vinyl front, and decorative stitches all done in one hooping. Class fee of $20.00 includes kit and multi-format CD with embroidery design and instructions. Bring a spool of teal or turquoise thread, your embroidery machine, and basic embroidery supplies. Friday, September 4: Sew with us at 11:00 am or 6:00 pm Demo & Dessert We ll provide a tasty snack while you learn about new products, machines, or fabrics that have arrived in the past month. Claudia and Sandy will be sharing all the highlights from Baby Lock Convention. We may even be able to demo a new machine! Receive a 10% discount on any new items highlighted that day. Year of Love...a Year of Fun patterns will be handed out each month at Demo & Dessert. Tuesday, September 15: 1:00 pm or 6:00 pm Monthly Gatherings Please call to pre-register Frivols Club What are Frivols? They're a series of limited edition collectible tins from Moda! Each tin measures 4.5 x 7.5 and includes 42 7 squares, a new Moda quilt pattern, a new block pattern, and a Frivol surprise. Quilt projects vary in size. There is a limited amount of tins available so don t miss out on your opportunity to sign up! Sign up for the year. As a bonus when you pay for four months up front, you ll receive 20% off your tin and any additional fabric needed to complete quilts (usually just backing and binding). Join us the last Tuesday of the month for tips, tricks, and treats. Pick up month one when you register. Month two should be available at the September meeting. Tuesday, September 15: 1:00 pm or 6:00 pm Happy Hoopers The Cup of Tea Tea Cozy is a modern re-make of the tea cozy pattern from the Embellished Heirloom Treasures Book written by Hope Yoder. Take a traditional sewing pattern and mix and match fun fabrics, machine embroidery, and an applique design. Learn to use a ¼ piecing foot to create dimensional texture and twists with our Mexican folded tuck technique. Class fee of $10.00 includes embroidery design and instructions on CD. Supply list given at registration. Bring your embroidery machine and basic sewing supplies. Friday, September 18: Sew with us at 11:00 am or 6:00 pm 4

5 Open Sew Wednesday Need a day to work on a project with out the distractions of being at home? Come in the shop for open sewing. Bring a friend or make a new one! Call ahead to reserve your space. Wednesday, September 16: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Monthly Gatherings Continued Simple Whatnots Club three has begun! It s not too late to join Claudia in the world of miniature quilts (nothing will be bigger than 40 square). Each month we ll meet to talk about the next project. Claudia will share tips, tricks, and new products. We ll have coffee, snacks, and show & tell. To join the club, simply purchase the Simple Whatnots fat quarter tower. Tuesday, September 8: 1:00 or 6:00 pm Stitcher s Society Stitcher s Society is a group for hand embroiderers (beginners and those with experience). Each month we ll be learning new stitches and making gorgeous wool appliques on hexagons (wool, cotton, or flannel backgrounds). At the end of the program, you can turn your hexagons into a quilt or use them in smaller projects. This club will meet the 1st Wednesday of each month for the next 12 months. The complete program is a one time fee of $ Wednesday, September 2 : 6:00-8:00 pm Minot Embroidery Club Embroidery Club is a great chance to learn more about your embroidery machine and meet other embroiders in the area. Each month we ll have a new project for you. The club is just open to those who have purchased a machine from Rae-Bon. Club requires the purchase of a kit for $25. The kit will include all the materials to make that month s project. Meets in the North Room of the Minot Public Library Saturday, September 26 : 1:00 pm Class Policies Call or stop in to sign up and pay for the class of your choice. Class fee is due when you register. Phone registrations ( ) accepted only with a charge card payment. The class supply list will be available when you register and pay for the class. Supplies are not included in the class fee. Please have supplies purchased before class. Kits required are available at the store. BYOM means bring your own machine. No photocopied patterns or books will be allowed in classes. We consider your enrollment to be a commitment by you to take the class and we in turn make a commitment to the instructor. No cancellations are allowed on classes. Thank you for not asking us to make exceptions. Your sewing machine or serger must be in top working condition before you arrive at class. Students whose equipment is not working properly disturb and slow down the class. We service all brands of machines and sergers so come see us prior to the start of the class. 5 If you get together a group of 2 or more friends, we would be happy to setup a class date and time just for you.

Minot Embroidery Club Embroidery Club is a great chance to learn more about your embroidery machine and meet other

The club is just open to those who have purchased a machine from Rae-Bon. Club requires the purchase of a kit for $25.

Saturday, September 26 1:00 pm Minot Public Library North Room Call Rae-Bon Sew & Quilt Shop to register.

Join us to sew with friends (or make some new ones). Treat yourself to a mini-retreat.

6 Minot Embroidery Club Embroidery Club is a great chance to learn more about your embroidery machine and meet other embroiders in the area. Each month we ll have a new project for you. The club is just open to those who have purchased a machine from Rae-Bon. Club requires the purchase of a kit for $25. The kit will include all the materials to make that month s project. Saturday, September 26 1:00 pm Minot Public Library North Room Call Rae-Bon Sew & Quilt Shop to register. The Minot Embroidery Club will also meet on October 24 & November 21. Never enough time to get everything done? Join us to sew with friends (or make some new ones). Treat yourself to a mini-retreat. Friday, September 25 6-Midnight Bring your machine and project to work on. We will have a snack, but you can bring something to share if you like. It s only $5.00. Advance registration is required to save your spot. The shop will be open till 9 if you just want to pop in and shop. 6

Club three has begun! It s not too late to join Claudia in the world of miniature quilts (nothing will be bigger than 40 square). Each month we ll meet to talk about the next project.

7 Club three has begun! It s not too late to join Claudia in the world of miniature quilts (nothing will be bigger than 40 square). Each month we ll meet to talk about the next project. Claudia will share tips, tricks, and new products. We ll have coffee, snacks, and show & tell. To join the club, simply purchase the Simple Whatnots fat quarter tower. 2 nd Tuesday of the Month: Tuesday, 7 September 8: 1 or 6 pm

8 Check-in begins at 2 pm and Check-out ends at 2 pm Come join us for some good old fashioned fun and laughter and get some unfinished projects done! We ll have supplies available for purchase if you ve forgotten anything. All meals will be provided, so minimum amount of time has to be taken away from sewing. Each quilter will get a 6ft table, great lighting, and free Wi-Fi. Housing and linens are included in the cost. Roommate requests may be made at sign up. St. Francis Convent and Retreat Center 102 6th Street SE Hankinson, ND Call to reserve your spot. Payment must be made in full to reserve your spot. Cost is $ per quilter. Space is limited to 35 quilters so register today. Registration closes Sept.23 No cancellations after payment is made. 8

Serger Savvy Retreat October 29-31, 2015 10 am 5 pm AFRAID of your serger? OR WONDERING if a serger is for you? Don t Miss This Event!

In each hands-on technique segment, create samples to build your own technique reference book. NEVER FEAR USING a SERGER AGAIN!

9 Serger Savvy Retreat October 29-31, am 5 pm AFRAID of your serger? OR WONDERING if a serger is for you? Don t Miss This Event! Join Lori Hernandez, Baby Lock National Education Expert, for 3 Fun Filled Days of Learning why a Serger is Worth its Weight in Gold! Move beyond overcasting seams to sew much more! In each hands-on technique segment, create samples to build your own technique reference book. NEVER FEAR USING a SERGER AGAIN! Some of the Many Serger Techniques You Will Learn: Basics & Beyond Techniques: 2,3,4 thread stitches, rolled hem, decorative edges, zipper insertion, piping, chain stitching, cover hem, gathering, pintucks, and belt loops. Decorative Serging Techniques: crochet, wired edge ribbon, jewelry creation, corded pintucks, decorative chain stitch, Flatlock stitch, attaching pearls and piping. Heirloom Serging Techniques: shadow work, puffing, pintucks, rolled hem, fine piping, wave stitch, attaching lace, and inserting a zipper. Serger Quilting Techniques: overcasting, perfect ¼ seam, quilt block construction, curved Drunkards Path, and wave stitch binding. Rae-Bon Sew & Quilt Shop th Street S. Fargo ND Phone Event Price $249 EARLY BIRD (before October 10) Price: $179 Includes LUNCH each day, FABRIC KIT, Reference Binder, and TRIMS. If you do not own a Baby Lock serger, one will be provided for you. Just let us know when you sign up. 9

Do you wish your quilts were more inventive, fun, and professional looking? Professional Quilting Expert, Cathy Brown, will let you in on all her trade secrets.

10 Do you wish your quilts were more inventive, fun, and professional looking? Professional Quilting Expert, Cathy Brown, will let you in on all her trade secrets. She will be here for two days to share her love of all things quilting. Discover the ease and speed of quilting with different Baby Lock machines. Explore Long Arm Quilting Lecture/Demo Tuesday, November 10 th : 10 am - 4 pm Are you tired of waiting months for someone to quilt your top? Then feel like it is not your quilt anymore? Join Cathy and discover the ease and speed of long arm quilting with the Baby Lock Crown Jewel. She will talk about the basics of free motion quilting and using rulers and pattern boards to achieve professional results. Explore the ease of computer guided quilting. Cathy will show you how easy it is to design and customize your quilt. Bring your unfinished top for some ideas on how to finish it. Cost is $25 and includes lunch. Secrets of Free Motion Quilting Wednesday, November 11 th : 10 am - 4 pm Join Cathy for an information packed session of free motion quilting tip, tricks, and techniques. Learn how to make your free motion successful with TruStitch. Trustitch can not only make your stitches even, it can fill in the gaps to make you a more successful and confident quilter. TruStitch can be used on several Baby Lock machines. Cathy will be demonstrating on the Tiara and the Crescendo. Then you can give it a try. Learn methods on how to quilt large projects on a small machine. Cathy will entertain and inspire you with lots of free motion samples and hints on unique projects to practice and play on. Bring an unfinished quilt top and a note book to jot down some quilting ideas and suggestions to complete your latest project. Cathy will end the day with a trunk show of quilts from traditional to contemporary! Cost is $25 and includes lunch. Save $10.00! Sign up for both days for only $40! 10

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Koala Sewing Cabinets at Rae-Bon Floor Model Sale ends September 30 th. Shop early for best selection and save the freight charges. Koala has so many choices in sewing cabinets.

soft-close feature means drawers are impossible to slam Adjustable shelves perfect for holding the Thread & Notions Storage Boxes, or books and cutting mats Smooth-rolling, lockable casters Comes

pounds Center-of-the-needle sitting position increases visibility, decreased back strain Handy under cabinet storage for you machine insert Ordered cabinets are delivered right to your door We ve now

12 Koala Sewing Cabinets at Rae-Bon Floor Model Sale ends September 30 th. Shop early for best selection and save the freight charges. Koala has so many choices in sewing cabinets. You ll be able to find the perfect cabinet for your sewing room. All Koala cabinets are built to order in the United States. You ll get superior service and the ability to customize. Why buy Koala quality? 8 beautiful finishes, each created through a proprietary process that makes it tougher against scuffs and scratches Electric Glide Lift with wireless remote, runs on a dual steel track Special soft-close feature means drawers are impossible to slam Adjustable shelves perfect for holding the Thread & Notions Storage Boxes, or books and cutting mats Smooth-rolling, lockable casters Comes fully assembled and finished front to back, inside and out All edges beveled and no exposed hinges to snag fabric Full extension drawers; some extra deep Heavy duty drawer glides rated to hold 120 pounds Center-of-the-needle sitting position increases visibility, decreased back strain Handy under cabinet storage for you machine insert Ordered cabinets are delivered right to your door We ve now added Arrow Cabinets to our selection of sewing furniture! We currently have the Ava Cabinet in stock, perfect for the new Brother Persona and Baby Lock Alliance, as well as other multi needle machines. Ava Intro Price: $ (until September 30, 2015) MSRP $ Arrow also has a wide variety of cabinets available for sewing and storage. Browse through our flip book to choose the Arrow or Kangaroo cabinet that is perfect for you! 12

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The Rae-Bon Review. Snippets from Sandy. Store Hours: Visit to download the 2015 Mystery Quilt.

The Rae-Bon Review. Snippets from Sandy. Store Hours: Visit to download the 2015 Mystery Quilt. The Rae-Bon Review A newsletter to further your enjoyment of quilting, sewing, and related hobbies. Store Hours: Monday- Friday: 10am-5:30 pm Saturday: 10am-4pm Sunday: Closed We will be closed Monday,