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BJ's
QUILT BASKET &
BERNINA CENTER
WINTER 2006 NEWSLETTER

Artista and
Explorations software are not only for Bernina Embroidery machines but can
be used with any embroidery machine on the market. Come and see what this
exciting software can do!
EMBROIDER
IT!
FRIDAYS
1-4PM (FREE)
What
fun!! Use our roomy classroom to get together with others who share the
passion for embroidery. Use this time to complete embroidery projects for
yourself or gifts and begin new embroidery projects, while sharing
knowledge and learning new techniques and tips together. If you are new to
machine embroidery, please join us. We can learn together! See
you there!!
FINISH IT UP!
MONDAYS & TUESDAYS
10-4PM
(FREE)
Is there a
better way to spend Monday and/or Tuesday than to be working on
your latest project with old and new friends at BJ’s Quilt Basket?
Take advantage of our roomy classroom to sew, cut and press your way
into finishing or starting a new project. Bring a lunch, beverages and
snacks, or order in as a group.
For
Complete list of classes click 
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BERNINA
NEWS
Spring
2006
BERNINA MASTERY CLASSES
We
encourage all new Bernina machine owners to attend “Bernina Mastery”
classes. We want you to have the expertise needed to enjoy your
machine. If you are a previous Bernina owner and would like to learn
more about your machine and what it can do, please join us.
Mastery
Classes I and II are for all Bernina owners. They’re designed to
help you understand your machine, how it functions, and become
comfortable with the inherent features of your machine. Mastery Class
III (Embroidery) is for Bernina models 165-200. Mastery Class IV
(Embroidery) is for Bernina models 165-200, 440QEE and 430E. Focus on
the art of embroidery, accessories, design application, combining
motifs, resizing, rotation, digitizing (if applicable), threads,
needles, etc. for successful embroidery.
- Mastery Class I:
Machine
overview including tension, needles, stabilizers, threads, care,
cleaning and so much more.
Mastery Class II:
Bernina
“Feet”ures - use of many of the accessory feet to accomplish
specific sewing & decorative stitch tasks.
Mastery Class III:
For
Bernina machines 165-200’s; computerized machine functions and
purposes.
Mastery Class IV:
Embroidery
machines and modules - hooping, stabilizers, threads, card/CD use, and
so much more.
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- Mastery Class I:
First Wednesday of every
month
- Mastery Class II:
Second Wednesday of every
month
All Mastery Classes are
- Mastery Class III:
Third Wednesday of every
month
9:30am - 12:00pm
- Mastery Class IV:
Fourth
Wednesday of every month
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Call to put
your name on the list of attendees for each session you wish to
join.
Please bring your machine, all
accessories, basic sewing supplies, and scrap fabric to each “Mastery”
class.
For embroidery classes also bring
stabilizers and embroidery threads.
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Diamond
Lake Retreat
Thursday
- Sunday, Sept 20-24 $350
Sign up now to attend our
annual quilting retreat at beautiful, peaceful and gorgeous Diamond Lake
Resort. Piece a Debbie Caffrey mystery. Bring show and tell. Finish
projects from other retreats and workshops or start new projects. Meals
starting Thursday night dinner through Sunday breakfast are included;
firewood is replenished daily. You will enjoy the view overlooking Diamond
Lake while sewing in the Mt. Bailey room. Just relax, relax, relax and
enjoy the beauty and quiet of the area. (Remember to pack the chocolate!!)
If you would like to come on Tuesday, September 18 or Wednesday, September
19. Cost for each extra day is $50/person, minimum 3 quilters per cabin.

BJ's Quilt Basket & Bernina Center
20225 Badger Road
Bend, Oregon 97702
barb@bjsquiltbasket.com
(541) 383-4310
(541)
383-2484
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