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NAVAJO STARS94" x 94"$189.99 includes pattern
BUMBLE48" x 60"$68.99 includes pattern. Uses linen as sashing
MODERN BUILDING BLOCKS84" x 96"$129.00 includes book
Twin Quilt 63” x 81”
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Red/Navy
Teal/Orange
BLAST OFF63" x 81"$79.99 includes pattern
STEAM PUNK71" x 71" pattern is $14.$65 (uses Fabric Treasures Fat 1/8th packs)
FRESH CUT TABLERUNNER12" x 35"$28.99 includes pattern & backing
KitsPENNSYLVANIA STAR73½" x 73½"$269.99 includes pattern & laser cut applique'
Sampler BuzzThe Next Generation in
Quilting...and More!
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Springfield, MO
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ISSUE 10 April-June 2015fabric embroidery kits classes
Special EventsOPEN SEW TUESDAYS!
Would you like to have a place to sew where
you could be with friends, or make new friends?
Where you would have space to spread out
to sew or even baste a quilt? We have our
classroom available every Tuesday and will be
happy to help you with any of your class projects
that you need to get caught up on!
New Blocks of the Month
HAPPY TRAILS BOM70" x 70"The 24” center block is surrounded by twelve 12”
album style blocks. The finishing touch is the barbed wire swag border filled with roses, purple sage, blue bonnets, wagon wheels and stars.Month 1 - $120 / Month 2-12 $19.99includes all background, borders, center and button kit
SECRETS AND SHADOWS90" x 90"12 Month - $24.99 a month12 month quilt honoring courageous women spies from
WW1 and WW2.
Sampler Club is a monthly
lecture demo club that covers all
aspects of sewing: quilting, crafting, home
dec and sewing. Kim Thomas is a master
sewer who leads this club with enthusiasm
and knowledge that will inspire you! Our
club would not be complete without show
and tell from our wonderful customers. We
welcome all brands of machines, however
customers who have purchased a machine
from the Quilt Sampler will enjoy their first
year of Sampler club free!
Club meets the second Tuesday of each month from 6 to about 7:30pm. Join now, for only $5 a month it will be well worth your money spent!
Sampler Club
Calling all embroiderers or wanna be embroiderers! Embroidery club just keeps getting better and better! You don’t have to own an embroidery machine or bring one to our club. This is a hands-on club featuring Anita Goodesigns. A video format presentation will showcase inspiring new projects and techniques for both the new embroiderer as well as the seasoned pro. This year starts a new format You will sign up for embroidery club quarterly. Each quarter will feature a new project. You will receive a party pack each quarter with lots of different designs on it. We will be making one of the designs each month, and they will all go into a fun and exciting project. There will also be special promotions that will be different each month. Don’t miss out! Sign up on any of the dates listed below:
Cost $60 for the quarter
Sunday, Mar 29, 12:30-3:30p, Friday, Apr 3, 5:30-8:30p, Satruday, Apr 4, 12:30-3:30p, Monday, Apr 6, 9a-12p, 1-4p
Friday, May 1, 5:30-8:30p, Saturday, May 2, 12:30-3:30p, Sunday, May3, 12:30-3:30p, Monday, May 4, 9a-12p, 1-4p
Friday, Jun 5, 5:30-8:30p, Saturday, Jun 6, 12:30-3:30p, Sunday, Jun 7, 12:30-3:30p, Monday, Jun 8, 9a-12p, 1-4p
QUILT SAMPLER
FEATURING ANITA GOODESIGNSEmbroidery Club Quiltsmart Retreat
TULSA STORE ONLYSept 17, 18, 19 $199 includes lecture (Sept 17, Lecture ONLY 6p $20)
Come join us for a weekend of fun with Quiltsmart!
Traditionally difficult patterns—Lone Star, Mariner’s Compass,
Double Wedding Ring—are now easy quick and accurate using
these innovative techniques.
We will begin the fun Thursday evening with a trunk show of
some of the amazing projects that can be done using this. During
the workshop you can work on your favorite Quiltsmart project,
and watch demos of other classic projects as well. Demos for the
quick and fun Quiltsmart bags are also included! The workshop
fee of $199 includes lunch, snacks, and a few surprises throughout
the weekend as well as free entry into the lecture on Thursday
night. You won’t want to miss the fun!
AUNT GRACE "SIMPLE SAMPLER"64" x 71"6 Month - $25 a monthEnjoy simpler times with this new Block of the Month
designed by Vicki Bellino. This quilt uses an Aunt Grace quilt panel to give the look of applique without the work.
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Machine News
It’s time for us to replace our floor model HandiQuilter machines. If you’ve been thinking about a new quilting machine take advantage of this opportunity to save big. All floor models are new with full factory warranty. Come in for a demonstration and get your new quilting machine today!
"I LOVE THE NEW BERNINA LONGARM!" - CRISTEN
Sale good thru April
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Class ListClass Policy-The entire class fee is due at the time you register. If you must cancel a
class registration, you must notify us no later than one (1) week prior to the class date. NO EXCEPTIONS.-Class minimum is three (3) and the maximum is twelve (12), except
where noted.-If the class does not fill, or if we cancel the class, you will receive a full
refund or store credit, your choice.-Supplies are needed for almost all classes. The class fee covers
instruction only. You are responsible for picking up your supply list and coming prepared to class. Please have your supplies and fabric before the day of class so that you are prepared for the class to begin.-Copyright law requires that each student purchase his or her own
pattern required for the class. NO EXCEPTIONS.-You are welcome to use one of our shop machines during class. Please
let us know when you register and plan to come to class a few minutes early so that you can become familiar with the machine. There is a $2 bobbin fee and we ask you to supply your needles.
-Please do not bring children or visitors to class.
Beginner Classes
QUILTING 101- Cindy Cook$60Wednesdays, Apr 8, 15, 22, 29, 9a-12p ORWednesdays, May 6, 13, 20 & Jun 3, 5:30-8:30p OR Thursdays, Jun 4, 11, 18, 25, 9a-12pYes, you can learn to quilt! This is a complete
course of quiltmaking-a four-week class that will take you from rotary cutting, through machine piecing, machine quilting, and binding. This class is for the absolute beginner-no experience required! Supply list. Book required.
QUILTING 102 – Vanessa Montileone$54Thursdays, Apr 2, 9, 16, 9a-12pThis class is designed for confident beginner
quilters, and is a great follow-up to QUILTING 101. In 3 sessions, learn to chain blocks using 4-patches and 9-patches, and master traditional pinwheel blocks using half-square triangles and flying geese. Supply list.
BASIC BINDINGS - Kathy Kansier$24 + booklet feeSaturday, Apr18, 11a-3pThis is a great class to learn how to finish the edges of your quilts. Both
beginner and advanced quiltmakers will learn useful information in this class. Each student will bring a 15” block or wall hanging that is ready for binding. Kathy will teach how to make a continuous binding, miter corners, connect the binding tails and finish the binding with hand or machine stitches. Supply list. Booklet required.
BASICS OF HAND APPLIQUE'-Kathy Kansier$48Saturdays, May 30 & Jun 13, 11a-3pLearn needle turn and prepared appliqué methods in this two-part class.
Your project will be Block #6 (Spring Gathering) from Kathy’s book, Ozark Varieties. It may become a pillow, wallhanging, or the start of your first full-size appliqué quilt. Kathy teaches all about needles, thread, notions, and fabric choices. She will give you great tips for making perfect circles, sharp points, and smooth inner and outer curves. Supply list, book, and Perfect Circles® required.
BASICS OF HAND QUILTING-Kathy Kansier$24 plus Kit FeeSaturday, Apr 11, 11a-3pLearn to transfer quilting designs and make small, even stitches while
making a hand-quilted pillow. The required class kit includes a needle, quilting thread, stencil, marking pencil, block fabric, and batting. Kathy will explain how to finish your project at home with borders, backing, and ruffle (finishing fabrics not included in kit). Supply list. Kit required.
BEGINNING MACHINE APPLIQUE'-Sue Stout$18Wednesday, Apr 22, 1-4p OR Tuesday, Jun 9, 9a-12p This class will introduce you to various machine appliqué techniques as
you decorate a tea towel with a row of flowers. Learn about stabilizing and stitching for a professional-looking result. Supply list. Pattern and kit required.
Project & Technique Classes
AQS APPRAISALS-Kathy Kansier$50 per quiltSunday, Jun 7, 12:30-3:30pKathy is a Certified Appraiser with the American Quilters Society. Each
typed appraisal includes a description and history of the quilt, photos, and appraisal value. An appraisal is proof of a quilt’s value for your insurance company and makes a nice addition to a quilt you are giving as a gift. Each appointment takes 30 minutes, and you will schedule a separate appointment for each quilt you are having appraised.
CUSTOM LAMPSHADE - Sue Stout$18Monday, May 18, 9a-12pHave you seen our cute lampshade made from the Tim Holtz Eclectic
Elements fabric? In this class, you will learn to make your own customized lampshade cover using fabrics of your choice and your own lampshade. The only requirement for the lampshade for the class is that it must be the same size at the top and bottom. Supply list.
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IT’S OKAY TO SIT ON MY TUFFET - Cristen Jones$36Tuesdays, Apr 21, 10a-1p AND May 5,10a-1p ORSaturdays, May 2, 10:30a-1:30p AND June 6, 10:30a-1:30pMake a Tuffet from start to finish using a fabric
foundation piecing method. The first class we will piece our outer tuffet and the second class we will do the construction. Choose your own fabric to put by your favorite comfy chair! Kit includes all your supplies except for your fabric and the feet you choose. Supply list.
MACHINE QUILTING 101 - Marla Yeager$18Saturday, May 23, 10a-1pSet yourself up for success by learning the tricks
of the trade to master machine quilting on your home sewing machine. During this 3-hour class, we will cover techniques, answer questions, and work out problems that may have kept you from being successful at or enjoying the art of machine quilting. This class is a forum for anyone from from the never-quilted-a-thing to the advanced yet frustrated quilter. Supply list.
MAT & RULER CARRIER - Helen Kroger$18Saturday, Apr 19, 12:30-3:30pThis carrier holds a variety of acrylic rulers and a
large mat. Easily stored in your studio or taken to a class or retreat. Most leave this class with a finished carrier. Supply list.
MINI TUFFET PINCUSHION - Shannon Wright$30Thursday, May 14, 9a-2pMake your own mini pincushion version of our
popular tuffet. The kit contains all the hardware and stuffing-you add your own fabrics to fit your décor. The additional parts kit makes it easy to make more for gifts.Supply list. Kit required.
MODERN BUILDING BLOCKS BASICS - Sue Stout$18Tuesday, Jun 16, 9a-12pLearn to use the Cut for the Cure® rulers for accurate cutting and
piecing. We will be cutting a variety of the 6” and 12” blocks so that you are comfortable using the rulers. The class will concentrate on cutting, but you are welcome to bring your machine and stay for our Tuesday open sew to practice on your piecing! Supply list. Pattern required.
PAPER PIECING 101 - Pam West$18Sunday, Apr 19, 12:30-3:30p OR
Saturday, May 9, 10a-1pPaper Piecing is a technique that allows you to create designs which are
nearly impossible with more traditional piecing methods. Because you sew on lines copied on foundation paper, sharp points and curves are very accurate and precise without all the tedious work. Think of it as a Paint by Number, but with fabric. It's fun, fast and simple! This class is for the beginning or experienced quilter. Supply list. Book
required.
RAGS TO RUGS - Cristen Jones$12Saturday, May 2, 2-4pDo you have lots of fabric in your stash
that you would like to use? This is a great class for you! Cut strips of fabric and weave them into a placemat or rug using a wooden frame. Supply list. Book and frame required.
SCAN N CUT BASICS - Sue Stout$18 if machine purchased from The Quilt Sampler$25 if machine purchased elsewhereWednesday, May 6, 1-4p ORTuesday, Jun 23, 9a-12pLearn the basics of operating your Brother
ScanNCut® machine. Cut basic shapes, a quilt block, and prepare and apply a vinyl design. Learn to scan for cutting and background, and save to the machine or USB. Supply list. ScanNCut® machine and kit required.
Software & Embroidery Classes
EMBROIDERY SOFTWARE INSPIRATIONS - Kim Thomas $24 Sunday, May 17, 1-5p OR Thursday, Jul 9, 12-4pThese lessons will take owners of BERNINA Designer Plus Embroidery
Software 7 way beyond the basic Mastery classes. Each class will come with written step-by-step lessons from BERNINA to design your own quilting and embroidery projects. Explore and create objects in Art Canvas, work with Advanced Applique tools as well as create your own Jelly Roll quilt using the Quilter Program. You are sure to be inspired as you learn more about Designer Plus! Supply list.
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Class ListDESIGN WORKS DECODED - Kim Thomas$24Sunday, Apr 26, 1-5p OR Monday, Jun 29, 1-5pDesign Works Decoded is a
program from BERNINA that provides fun and easy lessons that teach the features of Design Works Software. Learn how to use clipart files, create shapes and designs to make your own Cut Work, Paint Work and Crystal Work designs. Class comes with illustrated lessons and designs to create each project. Spring forward to a level of creativity! Supply list.
DESIGN WORKS BABY QUILT - Kim Thomas$18Thursday, May 21, 12-4pSo simple and so neat! This is a fun class and a
great first step for those who have a new 7 or 8 Series machine and are interested in learning Design Works Software and tools Kim will demonstrate how to take a basic clip art file and turn it into Cutwork appliqué using Design Works Software, then use the same design to make machine quilting motifs for your baby quilt. Supply list.
LEARN TO REHOOP - Cristen Jones$18Thursday, Jun 18, 10a-1pAre you ready to move from embroidering one design to a project that
requires multiple hoopings? Let us take the mystery out of this technique as we make a pillow top using a beautiful quilting design that takes 5 hoopings! Don’t panic-it’s easy, and you will get all of the embroidery done in class. For any embroidery machine with a 5 x 7 sewing field. Supply list. CD required.
PFAFF 6D SOFTWARE - Helen Kroger$36Saturdays, May 9, Jun 13, Jul 11, 10a-12pFor anyone with 6D software. Learn different features of your software
while making an embroidery block or two each month. 6D software and laptop required.
Machine Classes
Machine mastery classes are free with the purchase of a machine from The Quilt Sampler. Sign up early-our mastery classes fill quickly! If your machine was purchased from another dealer, you are welcome to come to class; please call for mastery class prices. If you don’t see your machine model listed in the class description, just ask-we’ll help you find the right class!
BERNINA MASTERY / 7&8 SERIES MACHINES - Kim ThomasSaturday, Apr 11, 9a-4p ORWednesday, May 20, 9a-4p ORSaturday, Jun 27, 9a-4pThis Mastery Class is for owners of the BERNINA 710, 750, 780, 820,
830, and 880 machines. Kim will cover all the basics from maintenance,
standard sewing and customizing these great machines to your type of sewing preferences. Machine quilting with the BERNINA Stitch regulator and embroidery will also be covered. It’s a full and fun day of learning about your BERNINA machine. Bring a sack lunch or lunch money. Please bring all of your machine accessories to class. Supply list. Kit fee.
BERNINA MASTERY / 3&5 SERIES MACHINES - Kim ThomasThursday, Apr 30, 5:30-8:30p ORSaturday, May 30, 9a-1p ORTuesday, Jun 30, 9a-1pThis Mastery Class is for owners of the BERNINA 330, 350, 380, 530,
550, 560, 580, and Deco machines. Kim will cover basic maintenance, standard sewing, and machine quilting with the BERNINA Stitch Regulator (if applicable). Machine embroidery will also be covered for machines that have this ability during the last two hours of class time. Have fun learning about your BERNINA machine! Bring a sack lunch or lunch money. Please bring all of your machine accessories to class. Supply list. Kit fee.
BROTHER BASICS-Shannon WrightMonday, May 4, 5:30-8p ORWednesday, Jun 17, 9a-1pThis mastery class is for all Brother® sewing machines. Learn the basic
sewing functions of the machine. Supply list.
BROTHER EMBROIDERY-Shannon WrightThursday, Apr 9, 9a-1p ORMonday, May 18, 5:30-8p ORWednesday, Jun 24, 9a-1pThis mastery class is for all Brother embroidery machines. Learn the
embroidery features of the machine. Supply list.
BROTHER FEATURES - Shannon WrightMonday, Jun 22, 5:30-8:30p ORWednesday, Jul 8, 9a-1pLearn the specialized features unique to your Brother machine! For the
following models: VE2200, VM6200D, 6750D, XV8500D. Supply list.
JUST THE BASICS-Shannon WrightWednesday, Apr 29, 1-3p ORMonday, Jun 15, 5:30-7:30pThis mastery class is for all Bernette® and Simplicity® by Brother sewing
machines. Learn the basic sewing functions of the machine. Supply list.
PFAFF BASICS-Shannon WrightWednesday, Apr 15, 1-4p ORMonday, Jun 1, 5:30-8:30pThis mastery class is for all Pfaff Ambition®, Expression®, Passport®,
Creative 2.0® and Creative 3.0® sewing machines. Learn the basic sewing functions of the machine. Supply list.
PFAFF CREATIVE BASICS-Sue StoutMonday, Apr 13, 9a-12p ORThursday, May 28, 1-4pLearn the sewing functions of your Pfaff Creative Sensation®, Creative
Vision®, Creative Performance®, or Creative 4.0®. Supply list.
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CHARITY SEW DAYMark your calendars for Saturday April 25th! Come sew cute little
bags that we will fill with toiletries and give to harmony house. We will provide all of the supplies and lunch! And yes, before you as, Brad will be cooking his amazing BBQ and sides! Just sign up as space will be limited, and bring your sewing machine! If you have any toiletries that you have saved from your hotel stays bring them too!
For over 20 years we have been collecting toiletries that you have gotten during your hotel stays and donated them to Harmony House, Greene counties shelter
for abused women. These women often come to the shelter with just the clothes on their backs. If you choose to purchase toiletries you can also drop them off at the shop.
PFAFF CREATIVE EMBROIDERY-Sue StoutMonday, Apr 20, 9a-12p ORThursday, Jun4, 1-4pLearn the embroidery features of your new Pfaff Creative Sensation®,
Creative Vision®, Creative Performance®, Creative 4.0® or 2.0®. Supply list.
PFAFF FABULOUS CREATIVE FEATURES-Sue StoutMonday, Apr 27, 9a-12p ORThursday, Jun 11, 1-4pLearn about the specialized features of your new Pfaff Creative
embroidery machine- Sensation®, Vision®, Performance®, and 4.0®. Supply list.
PFAFF CREATIVE MEMORY-Sue StoutMonday, May 11, 9a-12p ORThursday, Jul 2, 1-4pLearn the memory and sequencing features for the Pfaff Creative embroidery
machines- Sensation®, Vision®, Performance®, and 4.0®. Supply list.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE-Brad JonesMonday, May 11, 4-5pFREE if machine purchased from The Quilt Sampler. Have you ever wondered
what is really going on with your machine’s tensions? What does it mean to “balance” the machine? How often should you lubricate and where? How important is it to have your machine serviced yearly? All these questions-and many others-will be answered. Come to class, learn a bunch, and leave a smarter sewer! Supply list.
SERGER MASTERY-Kim ThomasThursdays, May 14 &21, 5:30-8:30p ORThursday, Jul 2, 10a-4p What is a serger? Which stitch should I use on my project? How will I
know if my stitch tension is correct? These machine classes will answer your questions. The Quilt Sampler has several models that will enhance your sewing room and enable you to finish seams and hems quickly and professionally. Supply list
ROW BY ROW 2015June 21-Sept 8Make your plans now to participate in Row by
Row H2O 2015! Shops in all 50 States and even many in Canada are getting ready for this year’s Row by Row Experience. Simply visit any of the participating shops and receive a free pattern for a row in a quilt. Shops may also have fabric kits available to purchase. Combine your rows in any way to create a unique quilt that represents the fun you had traveling throughout the summer. Create a quilt using at least 8 different rows and be the first to bring it into a participating shop to win a stack of 25 fat quarters (6-1/4 yards of fabric!). Use that shop’s row in your quilt and win a bonus prize!
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Phone: 918-493-3388
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Phone: 417-886-5750
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SEWING SPAa day at the
IF YOU CAN IMAGINE IT, YOU CAN MAKE IT. Come and see how!
A DAY AT THE SPA$69
June 10, 10a-5pPrice includes lunch, spa treatment and
all your project supplies!
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