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Bernadette Hoy
Sep 1012 min read

It's Show time !!! Bammmm....It's here !!

Good evening,


...And just like that it's the end of the year and show season. Can anyone tell me where the start of the year went? I'm bracing myself, as I am about to get busy. Are you coming along for the ride? Here is a quick summary.


On the Road


This month QuiltNSW have their annual show. It is held at Rosehill Gardens at the Racecourse. The event runs from Thursday 19 Sept to Sunday 22 Sept - 9.30am - 4pm each day.


You can buy your tickets here


We will be having a stand with our own business, as well as supporting BERNINA. We have a combined stand. You can preorder/purchase items to be taken to the Show and picked up there. If there are particular things you have been looking at, but have been unable to get into the shop to purchase them, here is an easy way.


Comment via return email, on our socials posts, or on the blog here if there are certain items you want us to stock there.


We leave Rosehill on the Sunday night and head straight to Wentworthville Leagues club for Bernina training on the Monday / Tuesday after. Then the Wednesday brings BERNINA Academy. 25 Sept – 28 Sept 2024 , 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day.


Wenty Leagues, 50 Smith St, Wentworthville NSW 2145, Australia


You can get more details here and purchase tickets.

Please note the workshop prices include use of machines, haberdashery, fabrics and everything you need. You walk in empty handed and walk out with a fabulous "make", a sense of achievement and a heart full of creative love.


We have a little nap and repack the car then head to the Bulli Quilt and Flower Show, where will we be selling lots more fun sewing items. Come along to this wonderful local show, see some quilts, listen to piano tunes, eat scones and it goes without saying, buy stuff from me :) Again we are happy to take specific orders there.


Friday and Saturday 11 and 12 October

The Northern Illawarra Uniting Church cnr Princes Highway & Point St Bulli

9am - 3pm each day


Learn more about the Show here

If you want to join the group you can get information on the day or contact Lynn (details in the link) and she will refer you to the right person.


The following Friday we join the Illawarra Quilters at Stanwell Tops for their annual retreat. This is a sold out event, but you can become a member here

Again, we are happy to take specific orders there.


Next up we join the Presbyterian Ladies at The Tops conference centre for their annual Be Creative Retreat. I am unsure if this event is sold out or whether you can still join. I also am unable to find a link to enquire, so try your local church or HO Presbyterian Women's Association (pwansw.org.au)


Again, we are happy to take specific orders there.


And that's October, apart from family birthdays, running 2 shops and sleeping.


So, what's happening in the shops?


Heaps !!!!


Classes


Vicky heads over to Lindfield on Wed 11 Sept (tomorrow) to be our guest teacher. She will teach her very popular free motion quilting basics class. There are still 2 or 3 positions available in this class if you would like to improve your skills or start to obtain them. It is very beginner's friendly, and Vicky is a wonderful teacher. You will learn lots and gain confidence to try this technique at home.



We welcome a fantastic new teacher, Janne Williams. We met through the Lindfield store and I love her enthusiasm and creativity. I am sure you will too.


Janne will teach a beginner's patchwork piecing class in Lindfield fortnightly, over 4 Saturdays in Oct / Nov. You are welcome to join this class for hand or machine piecing.


We will supply patterns and notes each week and explain how to design, cut and piece the blocks. You will start to piece these in class, learning about:

  • Cutting techniques

  • Marking techniques

  • 1/4 inch piecing

  • Pressing and sewing smaller blocks into larger ones 


It’s a fun, supportive and social environment, in which you can learn new skills and get the opportunity to sew. 


This 4 class series will run across Saturday 12/10, 26/10, 9/11, 23/11 10am - 3pm each day. To book you can use this link or come in store.


Now, if you are a more experienced piecer, but would like to upskill or some company and guidance whist you sew, you are welcome to join this class too. Please make contact or add that info in the comments section of the order. Both Janne and I would love to have you in store with us.


She will also teach a hooped embroidered art piece. We have set the dates for Lindfield, but she is willing to travel to Sylvania if we have enough people interested. I am hoping to have one of her pieces displayed at the QuiltNSW Show.


Here is an example of her work. A lucky friend received this as a gift from her!!



This is a sample she has prepared for class. She is thinking of mounting it on a canvas




In an effort to get people started on their creative journey we have prepared some started kits that you can add your own flair to. Each is different so you can make it your original piece. One of these kits is included in your class fee. More will follow as these are sold. Of course you are welcome to purchase additional kits, so you can keep on stitching. Here is a glimpse to whet your appetite. Once you book you will be shown kit options and you can make your selection. First in best dressed.


This class is running Friday 8 and Friday 22 November 10am - 3pm each day



Deborah Louie is teaching her get to know your BERNINA class in Sylvania on 14 Sept. This class is now fully booked with a wait list. You are welcome to join the Lindfield class below. If you want another Sylvania class, please add your name to the wait list by coming into or phoning that shop.


She is teaching it again in Lindfield on Sat 30 Nov and there are still positions available in this class.


If you are quick and lucky you can book positions in her Thursday classes for the remainder of the year. There are a couple of positions in the below.


Sylvania - Thurs 31st Oct

4 positions available


Sylvania - Thurs 21st Nov


This month there are also some spots in her Saturday class. This is rare. To secure your position please book here.


Crystal will be teaching a Scan n Cut class in Sylvania. If you want this class in Lindfield please make contact with your expression of interest.


Wednesday 9 October 2024 10am - 1pm  

Sylvania - Scan n Cut - Scan and Applique Class

Learn

- scanning in patterns

- cutting out applique shapes 

Pattern is included in the fee - Father Christmas Santa & his reindeer- a great table runner for Christmas! Finished size: 50" x 15"


This is great for High School teachers and students wishing to upskill. You are welcome to join this class and share our demo machine or bring a school machine and share it. Patterns and fees will remain one per person for copyright and tuition purposes.



Crystal will be teaching the ByAnnie Ultimate Travel Bag in Lindfield over 2 Saturdays in Oct / Nov. You will need to pre quilt and cut your fabric so please do not leave your booking until the last minute. We want to try and ensure you get as much of the bag complete during the classes.


You can pay us to quilt it as a large piece on our long arm frame. This often means you get another project from the fabrics. Please make sure the fabric is non directional in order to get as much from the fabric as possible.


Saturday 19 October and 2 November 2024

9.30am - 3.30 pm each day



There are lots more so check out the website


Fabrics / Blocks of the Month and more


We have lots of Blocks of the Month available for you to join.


Indulgence has not yet been advertised, but those who have seen it have joined up. We only have a couple of positions available. This is a fully paper pieced project


Those with a keen eye may spot some OOP favourite fabrics being used in this ....


There is one position left in our Pretty Pots BOM - this is made with some beautiful Tilda fabrics.



There are a couple of kits left for Flourish. These medallions are paper pieced and then appliqued onto a pieced background.


BoHo Hearts is another favourite made with a different range of Tilda fabrics




There are more I am saving for the next newsletter. Ok maybe I am behind on the corresponding paperwork - shhhh.


We are also busy preparing new packs and kits for the upcoming shows. Come and have a look and build your own quilt based on our pack options


These are the tip of the iceberg, we've been cutting, cutting, cutting....



We have just received these Anna Maria Horner 10 inch packs. They are very yummy. Limited stock in each shop and if there are any left at the Quilt Shows too.




We also received our Sally Kelly Fat 1/4 bundles as well. There are only 3 of these left, across the 2 stores.




Christmas Advent Calendars for Sewists

I need to get moving, as they will be ready for pick up/posting mid November. I will not be doing a big run this year. Book yours now. The expected cost is $175-190. Postage would be $20 in addition. Contact Sylvania with your expressions of interest / orders as it will be coordinated from there. 95222340


For those who don't know what these are - we prepare a combination of products and projects and wrap a minimum 25 gifts for you to open each day in Dec from 1 to 25.


We thought we would share this Bonus FREEBIE Monthly Pattern from BERNINA

Windbreaker "Kaja" Do you want to join the latest retro trend? The windbreaker celebrates its comeback after enjoying great popularity in the late 80's. Make yours now :)


Machines


Well new machines are coming left, right and centre !! As are the specials !!


BERNINA has released the new B735 Red Special Edition. It is available now for purchase. With all the features and benefits of the regular silver B735 except it has a red face plate, a red walking foot (valued at $200) and a 1/4 inch foot



BERNINA are also about to release the new top of the range B990. This will be available for a test drive at BERNINA Academy and I don't get to see it until that week either. There is a glimpse. We are all pretty excited



Bernette have release a new straight stitch machine. The b08 machine is created for limitless and flawless sewing with amazing speed and power. It is fantastic for bag making, quilting and more. On exhibition to view at BERNINA Academy Sydney 25-28 September 2024

Here are just some examples of its use.





I can get these machines new $2,399 or as Academy classroom demos $2,099 while stocks last.


And to top it off there are some specials as well

BERNINA 700 - Made especially for embroiderers. This is a hooped embroidery only machine. SAVE a massive $1,000 off the RRP of the B 700 Embroidery Machine this September. RRP $5,999 SALE PRICE $4,999


Monthly Q Special

Q20 on Adjustable Foldable Table is the perfect combination for small spaces and big ideas! Take advantage of this special offer and SAVE a huge $1,000 off the RRP this September! RRP $12,999 SALE PRICE $11,999

We do also have access to some Academy demo Q's. If you want to know more, please ask.


They are available in both sit down and frame versions, or machine or frame only, if you want to change the configuration of what you already own.


b79 Yaya Han Edition

If you are after a reasonably priced combined sewing and embroidery machine, with a larger hoop then this could just be the machine for you. It is jam packed with value.

Special Edition Includes:

- BERNINA Software V9 Creator

- Exclusive Presser Feet Set

- Additional 68 Embroidery Designs PLUS receive one FREE Magnetic Embroidery Hoop, available in 3 sizes valued between $350 - $450 while stocks last.

RRP $3,499 SALE PRICE $2,999


b70 Deco Take advantage of great savings on the bernette 70 Deco Embroidery Only Machines!

BUY NOW SALE PRICE $2,999 b70 Deco RRP $2,299


BERNINA Embroidery Software 9 DesignerPlus

Experienced users and software newbies will save an impressive $500 off the RRP during September! Start your own designing with digitising software.

RRP $2,499 SALE PRICE $1,999


20% OFF BERNINA'S Accessory of the Month

Free-Motion Embroidery Foot

The open embroidery sole offers a free, unobstructed view of the embroidery area. It is also excellent for contour quilting and free-motion quilting of tiny details


For precise and creative free-motion sewing

  • For monogram, silk-ribbon and Richelieu embroidery and thread painting

  • For contour quilting, free-motion quilting and micro stippling.

  • Clear view of the embroidery area

  • For 5.5 mm and 9 mm machines


Baby Lock are soon to release the PRIMO - Coming Nov / Dec 2024


Primo stands as the first Baby Lock Cover Stitch machine equipped with an exclusive Top Cover Stitch. This is a groundbreaking innovation in the household sewing market. The Primo will deliver limitless options for creative expression, which makes sewing fun and allows you to unleash your imagination with the Creative Cover Stitch, designed to bring your project ideas to life.


Featuring exclusive Baby Lock features such as

  • Dual Wiper System,

  • ExtraordinAir™ Looper Threading,

  • Needle Automatic Thread Delivery (ATD) System,

  • Needle Positioning Button,

  • Sewing Speed Control,

  • a wide throat space,

  • LED lighting and

  • presser foot knee-lift,

you'll love your sewing time with the Primo.


The Primo effortlessly creates top cover stitch using two wipers or one wiper, triple, wide and narrow Coverstitch or chain stitch and allows you to be creative with cover stitch on both sides of the fabric to deliver a creative and professional finish to all your sewing projects. Here is a sneak peak. RRP $4,595






Order yours today! These machines are pre order and will be shipped late Nov / early Dec. Wouldn't that box look lovely under your tree ?


Baby Lock also have a range of Birthday specials


Gloria BLETS8 $ 7,295.00 reduced to $ 6,995.00 with a bonus Pack of 6 Accessory Feet and a Trim Bin valued at $ 494.95


Accolade BLS8 $ 4,495.00 reduced to $ 4,295.00 with a bonus Pack of 6 Accessory Feet and a Trim Bin $ 494.95


Acclaim BLES4 $ 3,995.00 reduced to $ 3,795.00

With bonuses valued at $248.90

Beading Foot

Flat Sole Foot

Lint Be Gone Brush

Trim Bin

Accessory Instructional USB


Enlighten BLE3ATW-2 $ 3,395.00 reduced to $ 3,145.00 with a bonus Pack 6 Accessory Feet and a Trim Bin valued at $ 464.95


Victory BLS3 $ 2,995.00 reduced to $ 2,795.00

With bonuses valued at $293.70

Flat Sole Foot

Piping Foot 3mm

Instructional USB

Trim Bin

4 x Decorative Threads


Enspire BLE1EX $ 2,095.00 reduced to $ 1,895.00

With bonuses valued at $ 293.70

Flat Sole Foot

Piping Foot 3mm

Instructional USB

Trim Bin

4 x Decorative Threads


Euphoria BLC4 reduced from $ 3,995.00 to $ 3,695.00 with a bonus Fabric Hem Guide Set

and Lap Seam Binder valued at $200.00


Accessory Bags available in Purple, Teal & Black

Reduced from $ 129.00 to $ 99.00 SAVE $30.00





And we can't forget Brother !!


Brother are realising the new Aveneer top of the range machine. At this stage we don't have a lot of information but I will send more out in the next newsletter.


Here are some fabulous deals for this month. The standout offers are the:


NQ3700D with a saving of $200 + a pack of country threads valued at $118.


M380D with a bonus magnetic hoop. The magnetic hoop on this machine is AMAZING! I wonder how long before you stop using the std hoop at all for this machine.

This is a great started sewing and embroidery machine. A pretty awesome idea as a Christmas gift, for a loved one just starting their sewing journey.






Well, I am out of time. There is so much more we need to talk about, so come and find me somewhere out there on the road, or come instore and have a chat and a look. Maybe even buy a thing or two and test drive the machines.


Take care

Bernadette

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