"CANADA'S LARGEST INDEPENDENT QUILTING SHOPPE"
Feb.4th 2010
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WHAT'S NEWS
 
My Sewing Room Open House and SALE!

We're having our Open House this Sunday, February 7th from 11:00am - 5:00pm

Lots of half price fabric and great deals on most of our floor model sewing machines. Come on into the store for great pricing! Remember there is only one.

All of our staff will be on hand in the various departments to answer all of your questions, we'll even have Michael on hand to talk about Sergers and Sewing Machines so be sure to bring in your machine questions for some technical help! Teachers will also be on hand to assist you with registrations and information on our upcoming Winter Classes.

Just a reminder that Classes will fill up fast, so make sure you call in to book your classes right away!


Lay Away Till May!
Have you been waiting all year to get the perfect Bernina at a great price? Then wait no longer! My Sewing Room is taking deposits right now for barely used Bernina 440QE Sewing Machines.

These machines will have been gently used in a class for a few days at Quilt Canada 2010. The 440s will be available the first week of May and are sure to sell out quickly.

A small deposit, a few layaway payments and the machine will be all yours in May. Please come in and see us regarding this great deal or email Michael Dale for more information!
The Bernina 440QE will come with a Bernina Warranty, the My Sewing Room Guarantee and all of those wonderful accessories like the Bernina Stitch Regulator! The Bernina 440QE is My Sewing Room's most popular sewing machine!

Comfort Quilts

We have a small correction to the February Calendar: February 18th Volunteer Workshop will be Comfort Quilts, not Sensory Quilts. Look at the new Winter 2010 Brochure for more details!


Brother Make 'n Take

Brother Accessories Event - Decorated Gift Bag

Please join Heather for a really exciting Brother Accessory Event. During the event everyone will have the opportunity to try some truly fun accessories in the making of a very cute bag. We will be focusing on: the Circular attachment - Cording Foot - Ruffler attachment and the Fringing Foot. This will prove to be a fun filled event. Brother owners or anyone interested in Brother machines are welcome to sign up.

The cost of the event is $15.00 and includes your bag kit. Hurry, sign up now before the limited spaces are full.

Event Date: February 25th, 1:00pm - 4:00pm or 6:00pm - 9:00pm


One Million Pillowcase Challenge

My Sewing Room is looking for more Pillowcase Donations, please have a look at our One Million Pillowcase Page for more information!

If you want to host a "One Million Pillowcase" event at the store, please contact My Sewing Room for available dates info@mysewingroom.ca

MSR Pillowcase Kits Now Available!

Have 30 minutes? Make a pillowcase to coordinate with your bed quilt or donate it to your local charity! We have 100’s of kits that will be changing constantly.

CHALLENGE 2010
MSR Pillowcase Kit

$9.99 each

Pillowcase Kit Includes:

Instructions
.75m sack fabric
.30m cuff fabric
2" Contrasting Trim

Almost Free Pillowcase Class


The price of admission to this class is your pillowcase. We will provide the class to learn and make a pillowcase but you donate the first pillowcase to the Million Pillowcase Giveaway Challenge. 3 hour class. Limited seating so please register early…

*Pattern Included*

We currently have six classes scheduled on the following dates:

Feb.18th 9:30am - 12:30am Mar.9th 6:00pm -9:00pm
April 1st 1:00pm - 4:00pm April 18th 1:00pm - 4:00pm
May 4th 1:00pm - 4:00pm May 4th 6:00pm - 9:00pm
 
FREE WEBINAR
 

Webinars are a unique way of getting the most out of your Sewing Machine, Accessories or Software. Watch the live video feed and ask the Instructors questions using the message system. Webinars are Free and a great way to get more out of your sewing time, come in to the store to watch the free lesson or sign-up to watch it from the comfort of your own home.

BERNINA 8 Series - Dual Feed Dynamics
Quilters, crafters and garment sewers alike, join us to see how the innovative BERNINA Dual Feed makes it easy to sew on hard-to-manage fabrics. Working with tricot, velvet, ribbon or lots of layers has never been so easy using the built-in dual feed system. Learn how to engage the dual feed, what dual feed feet are available and even how to fine tune it. Once you see it and experience it, you won't want to sew without it! BERNINA Dual Feed is available on both the BERNINA 820 and BERNINA 830.

Please note, attendee spaces are limited at our webinars. Please register early to avoid disappointment!

Register for a session now by clicking a date below:

Monday, February 8, 2010   9:00 AM - 10:00 AM, MST

Monday, February 8, 2010   5:00 PM - 6:00 PM MST

 
MSR EMBROIDERY EXPLOSION
 

My Sewing Room Embroidery Take-out Centre!

NEW Patterns for February 2010

Quilting Garden #12284
VIEW THE PATTERNS

This collection of charming floral designs includes an extensive variety of elements for you to use in creating an unforgettable spring quilt. Each design is illustrated in classic quilting style and sewn in soft warm colors. These welcoming delicate patterns are also great for sewing on spring linens, T-shirts, or jeans.

Art Nouveau Flowers #12285
VIEW THE PATTERNS

Art Nouveau is a decorative art style that peaked at the beginning of the 20th century and has deeply impacted various worlds of art, fashion, architecture and home décor. Representing this organic style well, this collection of matching floral designs and elements is great for many outstanding project ideas. Embellish an eco-friendly shopping bag, dining linens, garden apron, or any garment.

Beary Adorable #12286
VIEW THE PATTERNS

Can you resist the innocent caring eyes of a cuddly Teddy? This compilation, which is illustrated and digitized with extreme attention to detail, will charm both Teddy bear enthusiasts and those who simply appreciate quality machine embroidery. For added project potential, matching floral elements and linework bears are included.

That's the Book For Me #12287
VIEW THE PATTERNS

For those who follow its teachings, The Good Book offers comfort, blessings, and direction to a world filled with confusion and chaos. Within this collection of verses and faith-based designs you will find unique lace appliqué bookmarks and embroidery ideal for Bible covers, framed wall art, children's garments and much more. Have fun and God bless.

 
NEW FABRIC
 

"Got The Munchies?" from Timeless Treasures - 100% Quilting Cotton

"Intergalactic" by Dan Morris for Robert Kaufman Fabrics - 100% Quilting Cotton

"Flower Fairies" from Michael Miller Fabrics - 100% Quilting Cotton

"Precious Moments" from Spectrix Fabrics - 100% Quilting Cotton & Flannel!

"Elementals" from Lunn Studios for Robert Kaufman Fabrics - 100% Quilting Cotton
 
FEATURED CLASS
 

LOG CABIN TREE SKIRT


A unique design for your Christmas Tree skirt, or it makes a wonderful gift for a special friend. This tree skirt is a log cabin design that will teach you how to use those 60 degree angles marked on your rulers.

*Pattern supplied*

Class Price: $65.00 Space Left: 6

Number of Days: 2
(Feb.11th & Feb.25th)

9:30am to 12:30pm

Class Start: Thursday Feb.11th

Thursday Morning

 
FEATURED ITEM
 

Snap Sacks - February "Posh Posies"
Small Quilt Kit
12" x 25"

Snap Sacks are delightful kits you can do to add color to your home at a fraction of the time and cost.

Each kits comes with all the fabric, backing, binding, batting and instructions.

We release a new Snap Sack Kit each month!

 

 
DEAL OF THE WEEK
 

Bernina 100 Pack Universal Needles?!

Never run out again! We now have our most popular needle in 100 packs at a fraction of the cost!

A general purpose needle that can be used on knit or woven fabrics. A casual sewer who might repair a pair of jeans today, a child’s t-shirt tomorrow, and some lingerie next month will probably use this needle most often.It has a long scarf that is great for zigzag stitching and it does not damage knits.

 

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