Snippets from Sandy
The Rae-Bon Review M A Y 2 0 1 6
A newsletter to further your enjoyment of quilting, sewing, and related hobbies.
month and Youth Sewing will continue
through the summer. Youth sewing is a
great activity for moms and kids or
grandmothers and kids to do together.
This summer we will have open sewing
EVERY Thursday from 11am till 4pm in
our classroom. Bring your sack lunch or take a break and go grab some lunch. We
will have the coffee on. Come and have a
fun day sewing with friends and we may
even have some ideas for you to use up
your stash. BYOM and rotary cutting
equipment and your sewing supplies. Open
sewing will start on June 2 and continue
through August 25. Space is limited, so
PLEASE sign up each week to reserve your
spot.
There is new fabric and new products
coming to the shop each week, so please
stop in and see us. We hope you have a
safe and happy month and remember
there is "no such thing as too much fabric".
Come See !! - the new Baby Lock Coronet
longarm quilting machine that will fit easily
in your home sewing studio! The Coronet
has a 16" throat and a 5' frame. All the
components of the larger longarm quilting
machine in a more compact size. Come in
and test drive this beautiful edition to the
Baby Lock family of quilting machines.
Let's talk about summer sewing. I know
many of you are gardeners and love to be
out in the flowerbeds, but summer sewing
is alive and well! Just as many of you take
your sewing machines to your winter
homes south of here, I know many take their sewing and quilting along to the lakes
for the summer. Do you need a smaller
machine to fit into your cabin or camper?
We can help you with that. Personally, I do
as much sewing in the summer months as I
do the rest of the year and I know there
are many of you that sew all summer too.
We pause with many of our regular classes
during the summer months, but we will
continue with Demo and Dessert each
Store
Hours:
Monday-
Friday:
10am-5:30 pm
Saturday:
10am-4pm
Sunday:
Closed
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Quilt It Fab 5 Remix Quilt A fast, fun, and easy quilt to make using the new Fab
Five tool by Abbey Lane Quilts. This quilt uses fat
quarters and a background for your appliques and
sashing. In class, we will earn
to use the Fab Five Tool, sew
our rows, and get started on
the applique. Supply list will
be given at registration. Bring
a sack lunch if you like and
sew the day away. BYOM
Class fee is $15 + supplies.
Monday, May 23:
11 am-5 pm
Sewing Date Traveler This is a great bag to carry all your supplies to class.
Stitch N Shape is used for the outside of the bag to
give it shape and stability. Bag looks difficult, but it is
not! Free pattern given in class. Kits available or
supply list given at registration.
BYOM. Class fee is $15.00.
Thursday, May 12:
11 am-4 pm or 5-9 pm
Machine Embroidery or purchase one in class. Class fee of $60 includes
quilt sandwich and thread. Class is limited to 6
people.
Tuesday, May 31:
1-4 pm
Fold n Stitch Wreath Need a pretty seasonal wreath or an unusual table
topper? Whip up this
dimensional design in
our afternoon class.
BYOM Pattern
required for class.
Supply list given at
registration. Class fee
is $15.00 plus supplies.
Wednesday, May 11:
1-5 pm
Miscellaneous
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
Learn to Use . . . Starburst 30˚ Triangle Ruler This month we’ll be focusing on the newest ruler by
Creative Grids, the Starburst 30˚ Triangle 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 Starburst 30˚
Triangle Ruler, if you don't already
have one. BYOM. Class fee is $15
and includes practice fabric.
Monday, May 16: 2-4 pm
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Youth Sewing Tote Bag
In May, we will be making a tote bag.
Class fee of $15
includes fabric,
thread, and use
of our machine.
Saturday, May 21: 1-4 pm
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. The class fee will vary
by month depending on the amount of
fabric used as all fabric will be included.
Use of a sewing machine will also be included in the class fee.
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.
Pillowcase Marathon
Are you participating
in the Fargo Marathon?
Would you rather sew than run?
Join us for a pillowcase marathon! You
can participate in a 5K (5 pillowcases),
a half marathon (13 pillowcases), or a
marathon (26 pillowcases). We’ll have
prizes for anyone who completes their
event! All supplies provided. Just bring
your serger! If you don’t have a serger
and still want to participate, we will have a limited number available. Talk
to Sandy to request one.
Thursday, May 26
11 am-5 pm
All supplies provided
free of charge. All pillowcases will be donated!
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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.
Monday, May 9: 5:00 - 7:00 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.
Monday, May 16: 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Beyond the Basics: Baby Lock Destiny & Brother Dream Owners
You have the sensor pen connected to the side of your machine, but what do you do with it. This month, we
will be covering the functionality of the sensor pen. Bring a spool of sewing thread, a bobbin, embroidery
thread, embroidery bobbin fill, 5x7 hoop or larger, fabric and stabilizer to fit hoop, and scrap fabric for sewing.
Class fee $25.00.
Thursday, May 19: 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.
Tuesday, May 10: 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Sewing Machine
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.
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.
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.
Class Policies
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Create with Embroidery
This month we’ll be making a Snazzy Snap Notebook
Cover. The cover is made completely in the hoop and
includes an appliqued flower. Class fee is $15.00 and
includes supplies. Bring a 6 x 10 hoop and green, purple,
black, and yellow embroidery thread.
Friday, May 6: 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. Receive a 10% discount on any new items
highlighted that day.
Tuesday, May 17: 1:00 pm or 6:00 pm
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. 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 for tips, tricks, and
treats.
Tuesday, May 24: 1:00 pm or 6:00 pm
Multi-Needle Monday
If you just got your multi-needle or are an expert in business or maybe just interested
in what this fantastic machine can do, than this is the club for you! Come to Multi-
needle Monday on the 2nd Monday of each month for a fun hour of sharing and
learning about the 6 or 10 needle embroidery machine. We will have an informal
lesson on the machine each month. Bring your questions and projects to share. We
will have a great time learning together and best of all, it’s free! Do you need an exact
placement of a design? Come to Multi-Needle Monday and we will be using the
scanning function and camera to drop a design for perfect placement. This is a great
feature for quilting in the hoop.
Monday, May 9: 2:00 - 3:00 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. Club requires
the purchase of a kit for $25. The kit will include the
embroidery design and all the materials to make that month’s
project. In May, we’ll be making an in the hoop quilt block.
Embroidery club will also meet June 4.
Saturday, May 7: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Minot Public Library North Room
Relax and Color
Join us for an afternoon of coloring and chatting. We’ll provide coffee and snacks.
Tuesday, May 10: 2:00 - 8:00 pm
Monthly
Gatherings •Please call to
pre-register•
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Join us for a fun day of machine embroidery working on the travel accessories from Anita Goodesign newest workshop.
No fee, but please preregister as space is limited. Bring a sack lunch, so you can sew all day.
Friday, May 20 11 am-5 pm
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June 21-September 6, 2016
A shop-hop type event with no fees or passports All summer to play Visit any of the participating shops and receive a free row pattern Combine your rows in any way to create a unique quilt Travel with friends and discover new quilt shops Have fun collecting free row patterns Collect fun Fabricplates from participating shops Prizes, collectibles, and more fun!
Contest Create a quilt using at least 8 different rows Be the first to bring a quilt to a participating shop and win 25 fat quarters Use that shops row in your quilt and win a bonus prize!
www.rowbyrowexperience.com
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We have a great selection of Missouri Star
Quilt Company templates and we’re the only
shop in the area to carry them! You can make
beautiful quilts that are easy to make with
these great templates.
Do you get the BLOCK magazine ? We sell
that here in the shop too. This is a bi-monthly
magazine with great patterns and stories from
Missouri Star Quilt Company.
Coming September 9 & 10 Featuring the Baby Lock Destiny
The workshop content is a surprise, but we can
guarantee you will learn great techniques
Only $99 includes all supplies, use of a machine, lunch, and snacks
Sign up early to reserve your spot!
Held at Country Inn and Suites
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