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 "Being creative is part of being human. Everyone is creative. Each person's creativity finds different forms of outlet, that's true; but without creativity of some kind, I doubt that we'd get through many of the problems that life poses." ~ Fred Rogers I am so excited that Mary Mulari is coming to Fargo in just a few short weeks. There are still a couple spots left in the hands on Sashiko class, so if you are wanting on an opportunity to try out this machine while making something, don t delay in signing up. This class will be held at Rae-Bon. You can also sign up for the lecture/trunk show, held at the Skills and Technology Center. This can be done in the shop or by contacting the guild. We have had a lot of fun new arrivals at the shop. I just love the new Moda line Spring Bunny. The fabric colors are great and the bunny panel is adorable. Of course, I had to make the sample since I love anything dolls. Make sure you check out the super hero doll panels. You can use these as towels or sew up the boy and girl super hero dolls. We also have a fun Easter group Hippity Hop from Henry Glass and another from Blend Fabrics. Aria is a great spring group form Windham; two of the pieces are a lawn fabric for tops and dresses if you want to do a bit of garment sewing. We also have the fabric to protect your credit cards when making wallets. The Kimberbell Academy was a fun learning experience for me. I hope you all enjoyed my first Facebook live video. Not sure how many more of these I want to do, but we have to try new things I guess. I look forward to holding our first Kimberbell Retreat event in July. From the Snippets from Sandy M A R C H 2 0 1 7 responds, I received it sounds like July will be a great time for the Christmas event. Watch your email for the dates so you can plan to attend. We will supply the machines and everything you need! You can relax and enjoy! March 18 Is World Wide Quilting Day. Stop by the shop for a variety of quilting demo; rulers, tools, and machines. We ll have some snacks, a few door prizes, and of course some special prices. We are still in planning stages so watch your emails for more details. Mark your calendar for May 5 and 6. We are holding our first ever OESD Super Spree. This is sure to be a great event as OESD has wonderful designs. Check page 8 for the details. This will be a fun embroidery event where we supply the machine and everything for you. Sew, relax, eat, and have fun what could be better. If you are in Minot March 24-26, be sure to take in the Minot Quilt Show at the Grand Hotel. A couple other dates to mark on your calendar: Metro Quilt Show April 28 and 29 Valley Shop Hop May 7-13 June 2-3 a brand new DIME Event Lets of fun in the works! Happy Stitching,
Quilt It 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 is $75 plus supplies and book. 4 Sessions: Wednesday, March 22, 29, April 5, & 12: 1-4 or 5-8 pm Sewing Foot of the Month Learn to Use... Quilting Feet Each month Chris will focus on a different sewing machine foot. She will inspire you with ideas and samples that use the foot. This month we will look at different quilting feet including the echo quilting foot and digital dual feed accessories. This is a demonstration class only; no machine needed. Class fee is $5.00. If you purchase the foot in class, the $5.00 will go towards the cost of the foot. Creative Grids 6 Log Cabin Trim Tool This month we will be learning to use the 6 Log Cabin Trim Tool by Creative Grids. You purchase the tool and we will supply practice fabric. Please join us for this fun class. Bring your sewing machine, thread, rotary cutting equipment and basic sewing supplies. Class fee of $15 includes practice fabric. Monday, March 27: 2-4 pm Thursday, March 23: 2:00 pm or 6:00 pm Friday, March 17 20% off any one item Excludes sewing machines, cabinets, repairs, and special orders Four leaf clovers will be hidden in the store, 2 find one and win a $25 gift certificate.
Miscellaneous Carl s Creation Book Cover March is National Reading Month! Learn to make a fabric book cover for the paperback book of your choice. Preferably 4 1 / 2 x 7 up to 5 1 / 2 x 9. You will learn how to measure the book to create the pattern and use a crazy quilt as you go technique to sew the cover. Fabrics are included in the class fee. We will open our scrap drawers and you can go wild. Remember to bring the book you want to cover and neutral thread. You can reserve a classroom machine or bring you own. Class fee $15.00 includes fabric. Wednesday, March 8: 1-4 pm or 5-8 pm Sewing Machine Class Beyond Basics: Destiny & Dream Machines IQ Designer and Design Center have so many features to explore. This month, I will show you how to create a stippled tissue box cozy. We will use a large embroidered button hole to create the opening and IQ Designer to create our quilting. We will also explore the new bi-level foot to attach the binding. If you are going to work on the project in class, bring an assortment of threads, machine, embroidery arm, and 9 1/ 2 x 14 hoop. If you would rather watch and take notes that is also fine. Class fee $25.00 includes fabric. Friday, March 17: 1:00 pm or 6:00 pm Hand Embroidered Wool Applique Stitching Fun In this 5 week program you will learn 29 embroidery stitches to embellish a 16 round wool mat. Each time we meet you will learn how to do six stitches, along with slight variations, to change the look of your motifs. It s a fun way to use your stitch ideas and create a unique project using a basic wool applique pattern. Class fee is $99 and includes pattern, kit, and hand embroidery booklet. Threads will be available to purchase in class. Thursday, March 9, 23, April 6, 20, and May 4: 1-3 pm Stitchin with Wool 3
Youth Sewing This year we are going to work through the book I Can Quilt by Carolyn S. Vagts. Purchase of the book will be required for class and book must be brought to class. Each month we will be completing a different project. Students may pick and choose which months they want to attend; they are not required to attend all 12 classes. If you have purchased a machine from Rae-Bon please feel free to bring it, so you can continue to get to know your machine. Parents, Grandparents, or adult friends are welcome to come assist their budding sewer. Sassy Tote This month (lesson 5 in I Can Quilt) we will be sewing a great tote bag while learning how to strip piece, attaching handles and binding. Come join the fun while you perfect your sewing skills and meet new friends. Class fee of $15 includes all supplies and sewing machine, Laughing is guaranteed! Saturday, March 18: 1-4 pm Youth Sewing-Advanced Beginner We are starting a new class for the advanced youth sewer ages 10+ or for those who have completed beginning Youth Sew. Have you mastered the 1/4 inch seam? Binding? Basic knowledge of the sewing machine? Let's take those sewing skills to the next level! In Advance Youth Sewing, we will be working with decorative stitches, embellishments, zippers, making doll clothes, how to work with different types of fabric and so much more. SweetPea Pods We are going to make a small pod bag while learning how to put in a zipper, top stitch, and finishing seams. Throw it in your back pack to organize your small stuff. All supplies and sewing machine are provided, fun is guaranteed. Class fee is $20. Saturday, March 18: 9 am - Noon 4
Sewing Machine Classes 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. Saturday, March 25: 10:00 am - Noon 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. Saturday, March 25: 1:00-4:00 pm Ditty Bags Back in the days when America was a seafaring nation, apprentice sailors made their own ditty bag as part of their apprenticeship. In the course of making the bag, these apprentices learned all the sewing skills they would need as a sailor: how to sew flatfelled seams, installing grommets, and more. And, they had a useful bag to carry all their tools and personal supplies when they went to sea. As an apprentice purse-maker, you will learn all the skills needed to make bags and purses as you make your own Ditty Bag: Continue to practice quilting fabric with Soft and Stable. Learn to make and attach borders and handles. Learn to attach a single-slide zipper. Learn tips for sewing along curved edges. Let s Get Organized Learn to make and attach bias binding. Ditty Bags are perfect for any gender and any age. The pattern includes three graduated sizes so that you can carry just about anything and everything. Perfect for the sewing room, bathroom, nursery, child s room, craft room or anywhere in the house! Sheri will be teaching the medium in class. BYOM, pattern, fabric, and basic sewing and cutting supplies. Class fee of $15. Tuesday, March 14: 6:00-9:00 pm 5
Bench Pillow Club We are excited to offer this new Block of the Month club to you, which can be customized by you! You decide if you want to do machine embroidery or machine applique. Create a bench pillow cover each month; they look great on a couch too. Not into pillows, make them as table runners, throw over a couch or bed, make a wall hanging, you decide. We will have a monthly sewing day to work on your piece in the shop or you can work on your own at home. You can join the club at anytime, if you are not yet signed up. Friday, March 3: 1:00-9:00 pm Monthly Gatherings Please call to pre-register Charmed Adventure Open Sew Come work on HoopSisters EmbroidaBlock of the Month in the shop. Earn a stamp in your passport each month you sew in the shop. If you earn six stamps, win an around the world prize! Monday, March 20: Noon - 9:00 pm (Please let us know if you ll be sewing after 5) Demo & Dessert We ll provide a tasty snack while you learn about new products, machines, or fabrics that have arrived in the past month. Receive a 10% discount on any new items highlighted that day. Tuesday, March 21: 1:00 pm or 6:00 pm Embroidery Club Join us the first Friday of each month to learn a new embroidery technique as we progress through the OESD School of Embroidery program. In the second class we will explore tiling designs making a four tile pillow. Come relax and watch as we demo the technique and explain the products used. Each month receive a CD with the current month s project. Class fee $15.00 Friday, March 3: 2:00 pm or 6:00 pm FUNdamentals of Paper Piecing Each month on the first Thursday, Joan will guide you through the basics of paper piecing. This is the easiest piecing method to achieve accurate results even for the finest details. Add prairie points, trims and other embellishments to create a work of art. Ackfeld hangers work great for display. The book Little Gems and the Add a Quarter Ruler must be brought to class. The class fee of $15.00 includes pattern copied on foundation paper ready to stitch. Sewing machine and basic sewing supplies required. Purchase the kit or bring your own fabric. Thursday, March 2: 6:00-9:00 pm 6
Let s Get Organized: Bag of the Month Demo This demo class is included for anyone in the Let s Get Organized Club. Each month Sheri will share tips and tricks for completing that month s pattern. March will focus on the Ditty Bags. Saturday, March 4: 10:30 am Multi-Needle Monday This free club is for anyone who owns or interested in learning what this fantastic machine can do. Demo on how to save your design with colors assigned so can stitch it at a later date. We will focus on stitching free standing lace. Bring a lace project you have stitched out and share your experience. This is an informal get together to get to know the machine. No cost, just lots of fun! Monday, March 13: 1:00-2:00 pm Monthly Gatherings Continued Is your machine to heavy to carry to class? The Baby Lock Katherine is Available to Rent. Limited machines available. Call ahead to reserve a machine. No cost when rented for class, $25 when rented for open sew. Katherine is a multi-talented sewing machine with features fit for all types of projects. 190 built-in stitches Automatic needle threader Automatic thread cutter Numerous included snap-on feet 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 (701-433-7203) accepted only with a charge card payment. Want to be featured in the next newsletter? 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. Jot down your tip with your name and turn it in at the cash register or send us an email at info@rae-bon.com 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. 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. 7
May 5-6: 10 am - 4 pm Cost is $99 for both days and includes machines, all supplies, lunch, and door prizes. Sign up by March 31 and receive an extra bonus at the event. Bring a friend who is new to embroidery and be entered into a special drawing of embroidery supplies. Country Inn & Suites 3316 13th Ave S Fargo, ND 58103 8
Quilter s Challenge Spring Flowers by Thomas J. Rauens The flowers of the springtime, The tulips shining, so The lilies and the lilacs, All put on quite a show. PANTONE 15-0343 TPG Greenery PANTONE C OLOR OF THE They are the joy of springtime. Their lovely blossoms beam. In flower beds and gardens They make a lovely scene. Y EAR KONA C OLOR OF 15-1922 TPX Pink Flamingo THE In fields, in the warmer weather, They re such a sight to see. In this expensive world of ours The best things still are free! Y EAR Sign up at Rae-Bon to participate in the spring quilter s challenge. Receive 6 squares of the Kona Color of the Year and 1/8 yard of the Pantone Color of the Year. Use the poem, Spring Flowers as your inspiration and design a quilt with a minimum size of 8 x 10 and a maximum size of 36 x 36. Quilts must be brought to Rae-Bon by 5 pm on Friday, March 31. to participate Customers will vote from April 3-8 for the winners. You can win one of these exciting prizes: First Prize: Oliso Micro Fine Smart Iron (MRSP: $129.99) Second Prize: $50 Gift Certificate Third Prize: Gift Basket 9
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$150 for the 10 month program Optional Border CD: $69 Month one files will be available for pickup on January 16 We ll host open sewing the 3 rd Monday of each month from Noon-9 pm Please let us know if you ll be sewing after store hours. Earn stamps in your passport each 11 month you sew in the shop. If you earn six stamps, win an around the world prize!
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