End of year Sale

Just a reminder, we are having a end-of-year in both stores until the end of the year. Bernina is also having a 75 Hour sale.

Come by both stores for details. This 25% off all merchandise sale (Cabinets - 20%) goes through this weekend. Come by and get those great Bernina savings. We also have a few gently used machine in stock. The Bernina Credit card right now is 18 months same as cash.

Remember at the end of the year we will no longer be a

Pfaff dealer. (Pete & Steve will be able to service them, but will not be able to order parts if needed to fix a broken machine.) We have a few new Pfaffs in stock that are greatly reduced!

Silent Night Holy Night

"Glory to God in the highest,

and on earth peace,

good will toward men."

St. Luke 2:14

From all of us at Sew Original we wish

to you and yours.

A Very Merry Christmas

and a

Happy New Year.

Look What's Coming Next Year

Last week Melinda & Shirley ordered

NEW Fabric
for the

NEW Year!
Here is just one of the new lines on order.

(Memphis visited last week. He wants Santa to know he has been a good puppy!)

Here are two more of the classes to be taught

in the Winston shop.

Tulip Bells Table Runner

Friday, January 11

10a - 4p

Teacher: Gina Boone

Quilt As You Go Placemats

Monday, February 25

10a - 4p

Teacher: Gina Boone

Button n' Blooms

Hand Applique' Club

This club is for those who have a passion for hand applique. You will meet once a month for 8 months beginning in January.

Bella

2 Wednesdays, April 2 & 16

10a - 3p

Teacher: Muriel Riggs

&

Folded Fabric Techniques

Thursday, March 20

10a - 2p

Teacher: Muriel Riggs

Classes for the New Year

Look at all the new quilting classes that are going to be taught at our Winston Salem shop this winter.

Blooming Nine Patch with Cathy Bogan

3 Thursdays, Feb. 28, March 6 & 13

1:30 - 3:30

Simple Star Wall Hanging with Jeannie Boyles

2 Wednesdays, January 23 & 30

Choose a Morning class - 10 - 1

OR

A Evening class - 6 - 9

Star Medallion Quilt with Gina Boone

3 Wednesdays, March 5, 12 & 26

10 - 4

Bargello Wallhanging with Gina Boone

Coming in April

Little Fat Quarter Quilt with Gina Boone

Friday, January 25th

10 - 4

More pictures and undates are to follow.

Don't forget Tomorrow and Thursday are $5 Quilt days.

Pictures will be posted of this months block.

And the winners are.............

Yes, the results of our Christmas Stocking Challenge are in!

First place goes to Bonnie Tise. She receives a $75 Gift certificate from the shop.

Second place goes to Carrie Pippins winning a$50 Gift.(Carrie came into the shop yesterday before the ballots were counted, so we didn't get a picture of her and the stocking. But it was a beautiful hand appliqued stocking.)



And Third place went to Abby Linnell! You go girl. She won a $25 gift certificate (I know Nana and Papa Bob are really proud of her.)
Thanks to ALL who participated in our challenge. We think all who entered are winners in our eyes.

Be watching for details of our next challenge that is in the works. (And of course there will be prizes.)




We have another Quilter in the works. Ellie Schmidt is putting the binding on her first quilt ever! Didn't she do a great job? We are so-o-o proud of her.





The newsletter is at the printers and you will be getting it in the mail (those on the mailing list). Those of you who do not receive it in the mail, come by the shop sometime in the near future and get your copy. By the end of the week, there will be pictures of some of the quilts that will be taught over the next few months.

The Christmas Rush is on!

*** NEW CLASS ***NEEDLE FELTING TECHNIQUES****










This class will cover basic machine needle felting techniques. After completing class, you will have a finished design that you can take home and make into a tote, purse, book cover or what ever you like. Wednesday, December 12 3 - 6. Cost:$30


NEW CHARM CLUB starting in February. It will meet on the last Wednesday of each month at 11:30. A perfect time for those of you who work and can come during your lunch hour.







Isn't this the cutest Teddy Bear you have ever seen? This is the first gift placed in our Toys for Tots Box! Please help us fill it up so the toy drive will be a success. Any toy will be greatly appreciated by a child.

Here are the entries in our Christmas Stocking Challenge. Aren't they beautiful. Don't forget Monday, December 3rd is the last day to vote. Winners will be announced on Tuesday, December 4th.
Remember
The shop will be closing for Christmas on Saturday, December 22nd at 4pm. This will be your last change to make those last minute purchases.

Only 27 Days until Christmas!

FYI we are a U.S. Marine Corps Reserve "Toys for Tots" drop-off location. Help give a child a wonderful Christmas by donating a toy to this Toy Drive.

December 12th 10 am Around the Block Club

Christmas Star block

Upcoming classes in Winston:

Saturday, December 1 - Software Sampler @ 10:30

Monday, December 3 - Serger Mastery # 4 @ 9:30

- Basic Sewing @ 6

Tuesday, December 4 - Intro to Software @ 10

- BEJ#1 @ 1:30

- MM# 1a @ 6

Wednesday, December 5 - Part 3 One Block Many Ways @ 10

Thursday, December 6 - Explorations "Reshape what?" @ 12

- MM# 8 @ 6

Sunday, December 9 - Preparing for Machine Quilting @ 1:30

Monday, December 10 - Machine Quilting @10

- MM# 9 @ 6

Wednesday, December 12 - Around the Block Club @ 10

Thursday, December 13 - Twofer @ 10

Classes in Boone for December:

Tuesday, December 4 - Smocked Christmas Ornament @ 10

Thursday, December 6 - MM# 1a @ 1:30

Other items of interest:

OESD sale November 30th - December 3rd.

You''ve stuffed yourself with Thanksgiving leftovers, now stuff your machine with designs. Buy 1 pack get 1 free! Buy 2 get 2 free! Call or come by for pricing!

Camp Sew & Sew

Dates have been set for September 25 - 27, 2008

We will be closed Monday & Tuesday - December 24 & 25 for Christmas, and Tuesday - January 1st for New Years Day

First Block of the Month (November)

Look at 1/4 of all the Block-of-the-Month Members . There's going to be a lot of beautiful quilts in the Winston area next Christmas. Wonder who will be getting one for Christmas 2008?

Just as we promised. You will be able to come to our blog and see each months block! Please visit the blog to get up to date information about classes and schedule changes.
Don't forget we will be closed Friday after Thanksgiving. (We know all you shoppers will be at the mall trying to make a dent in your Christmas shopping list.)

Have a great Thanksgiving holiday.
Remember the shops will be closed this Friday. But will be reopened on Saturday with regular hours. See you then!

Don't forget our Early Bird Sale

This is a BIG week! Our annual Early Bird Sale is this Saturday. In Winston Salem join us at 8am and in Boone at 9am the savings start!!!! The Winston Salem store will close at 2pm, so come and shop early. Remember the Early Bird catches the worm. (In our case the deals!)

Pfaff machines are more than 50% OFF MSRP!!!!! (in stock supply only)

All other regular priced merchandise is 20% OFF!!! Be sure to check out the fabric and kits reduced up to 75% off in both stores!!! Now is the perfect time to stock up on thread, fabric embroidery supplies and don't forget those big savings on machines and cabinets!!!

On December 3rd in Boone is a special Christmas Software/Embroidery party from 10-2. Call to sign up. (828-264-1049)

In Winston on Saturday, December 15th a Needle Felting class has been added. Check the shop for time, cost, etc.

This Friday is the last day to get your entries in for our Christmas Stocking Challenge. Remember to come by the shop and vote for your favorite stocking. Help pick the winner!

Thanksgiving Week brings the following:

In Boone

Monday, 11/19 Abbie 10 - 4

Tuesday, 11/20 Beyond the Basicz 5:30 - 8:30

Wedsnesday, 11/21 Beginning Sewing 1:30

Thursday & Friday are Closed - Happy Thanksgiving

Saturday - opened regular hours

In Winston Salem

Monday, 11/ 19 Embroidery Club 10 - 12

Monday, 11/19 Basic Sewing 6 - 9

Tuesday, 11/20 NEW $5 Quilt 10, 2, or 6

Wednesday, 11/21 Part 2 One Block Many Ways 10 - 1

Thursday & Friday are Closed - Happy Turkey Day

Saturday - regular hours

Early Bird Sale November 17th

Dear Sewing Friends,
We are having a taste of winter, and it feels great!!! It is putting us all in the mood to SEW, SEW, SEW!!! We know all of you must be busy working on stockings, and all those Christmas gifts!
We are having a HUGE PFAFF BLOWOUT SALE!! Any Pfaff machine in stock up to 50% OFF MSRP!!!! Hurry in supply is limited!! We also have a great selection of used Berninas. For anyone interested in software or embroidery or who already has it we are having our first monthly " Software Sampler" in Boone, Saturday November 17 @ 9:30. Call 828-264-1049 to sign up!
In both stores our annual "Early Bird Sale" is Saturday November 17. In Winston Salem we will start at 8 am, in Boone we will start at 9 am.
We have just received 4 new embroidery cards from OESD. We are also now carrying more clothing fabric. Stop by to see the beautiful corduroys, crepe couture, couture jersey, denim, foxy lady dress fabrics, and more!
Hope to see you in the stores soon!
Melinda & Shirley

Greetings

Gee, the holiday season is fasting aproaching!
For those of you who are in the market for a good used machine you need to come by the shops and see what we have available. In Boone there is a Bernina 165E, 170E(upgraded to a 185) and a 130, Pfaff 2124 w/embroidery, 2144 w/ embroidery, Pfaff Serger 4772 and a 4842. In the Winston shop there is 2 - Bernina 153's, a 165E, 180E, 440QE, 440QEE, 430, 630E & 640E. Six Pfaffs 2 - 4764's, 2143 w/embroidery, 2170 w/embroidery, Cover/Style Serger and a Grand Quilter with frame. Come by each location and have a look.

Be watching for the dates on our Early Bird Sale we have each November.

Quick reminder of Upcoming dates

In Boone:
Monday, Nov. 12th - Table Runner @ 10 - 4
Tuesday, Nov. 13th - Beyond the Basics @ 5:30 - 8:30
Wednesday, Nov. 14th - Beginning Sewing @ 1:30
Thursday, Nov. 15th - MM# 2 @ 9:30, MM#3A @ 1:30, Beginning Sewing/Quilting @ 5:30
Friday, Nov. 16th - Easy Border Table Runner @ 10 - 4
Saturday, Nov. 17th - Embroidery Club, Serger M @ 1:30

In Winston:
Monday, Nov. 12th - Tarantella Quilt pt 1 - @ 6 - 9 , Beginning Sewing @ 6 - 9
Tuesday, Nov. 13th - BEJ# 5 @ 10, BEJ# 6 @ 1:30, MM# 3A @ 6
Wednesday, Nov. 14th - One Block Many Ways (Beginning Quilting) pt 1 @ 10
Thursday, Nov. 15th - NEW YEAR of $5 Quilt @ 6
Friday, Nov. 16th - Toyland Table Runner @ 10 - 4
Saturday, Nov. 17th - Software Sampler


Don't forget there is only 14 shopping days until Thanksgiving! Have you bought your Turkey and its trimmings yet?


Remember it's the last week to get your Christmas Stocking in for the up coming voting on our Stocking challenge. You can't win if you don't enter!

Thanks again for making our Front Porch Sale a Success!

Thank you to all our customers who came in on Saturday and made our Front Porch Sale a success! We still some great buys on fabric in our backroom that did not find a home. Great backs for those quilts you are working on can be found there!

A quick overview of next week:
In Boone:
Monday, 11/5
MM# 3B @ 9:30
MM# 7 @ 1:30

Tuesday, 11/6
Overflowing - 10 -4
Beyond the Basics - 5:30 - 8:30

Wednesday, 11/7
MM# 1A @ 1:30
Beginning Sewing @ 1:30
MM# 1B @ 5:30

Thursday, 11/8
Beg. Sew/Quilting @ 5:30

Friday, 11/9
New York Beauty @ 10 - 4

Saturday, 11/10
Machine Quilting - 10 - 4

In Winston Salem:
Monday,11/5
Serger M# 1a continued & 2 @ 9:30
Beginning Sewing @ 6

Tuesday, 11/6
BEJ# 2A @ 10
BEJ# 2B @ 1:30
MM# 3A @ 6

Wednesday, 11/7
MM# 8 @ 9:30
MM# 9 @ 1:30
BSR Basics @ 6

Thursday, 11/8
Around the Block Club @ 1p

Friday, 11/9
MM# 6 @ 1:30

Saturday, 11/10
MM# 5 @ 9:30
MM# 3B @ 1:30

Reminder in Winston the Embroidery Club scheduled for November 12th has been rescheduled for Monday, November 19th at 10am.

Don't forget next years newsletter and class schedule is in the works. So if there is a special class that you would like offered, please let anyone at the shop know.

Thanks for a Great Bernina Pre-Holiday Sale!

Wow, our Bernina Pre-Holiday Sale was fabulous!!!! We have some unbelieveable buys on gently used Berninas, from entry level models to even some top of the lines, come by either location to check them out!!! In Winston Salem this Saturday join us for our Front Porch Sale. Fabric, books, patterns and used machines will be greatly reduced!!!! Don't forget to be working on your stocking for our Christmas Stocking Challenge!! The winners will receive gift certificates.

We are in the process of working on the next newsletter and list of classes. If there is a special class you would like offered, please let the staff know the name of the class and who you would like to teach it. We are always looking for new classes & techniques for you!

Weekly reminder of what ahead at Sew Original

In Boone:

Monday, November 5 - MM# 3B @ 9:30

MM# 7 @ 1:30

Tuesday, Nov. 6 - Overflowing 10 - 4

Beyond Basics 5:30 - 8:30

Wednesday, Nov. 7 - MM# 1A @ 1:30

Beg. Sewing @ 1:30

MM# 1B @ 5:30

Thursday, Nov. 8 - Beginning Sew/Quilt @ 5:30

Friday, Nov. 9 - New York Beauty

Saturday, Nov. 10 - Machine Quilting

In Winston Salem:

Monday, November 5 - Serger M # 2 @ 9:30

Basic Sewing @ 6

Tuesday, Nov. 6 - BEJ# 2A @ 10

BEJ# 2A @ 1:30

Wed., Nov. 7 - MM# 8 @ 9:30

MM# 9 @ 1:30

BSR Basics @ 6

Thurs., Nov 8 - Around the Block Club @ 1:00

Friday, Nov. 9 - MM#6 @ 1:30

Saturday, Nov. 5 - MM# 5 @ 9:30

MM# 3B # 1:30

FRONT PORCH SALE in the works!

Saturday, November 3rd the Winston Salem store will be having a
Front Porch Sale! You will find fabrics as low as $2.50 per yard (min. 1 yard cuts) and patterns as low as $1.00. Step inside and find savings on fabric, books & patterns there too!



Here's next months "Around the Block Club" block! Isn't it beautiful? "Dresden Star" Novemeber 8th at 1pm








OH what a mess we had with our HP copier on Friday. Some how monofilament thread made it's way from the third drawer up and into the copy area of the printer. Much searching finally got it out!

It's been snowing at the Winston Shop this weekend! Look at the beautiful snowball blocks that were inspired by the Tammy Kelly Trunk Show this month. Job well done girls!

Quick reminder of the classes this week.

Boone

Wed. 10/31 - Basic Sewing @ 1

Thurs. 11/1 - It's Not your Grandmothers Quilt @ 5:30

Fri. 11/2 - Classy Cardigan Jacket @ 10 - 4

Sat. 11/3 - MM # 8 @ 9:30

11/3 - MM # 9 @ 1:30

Winston Salem

Mon. 10/29 - Basic Sewing @ 6

Tues. 10/30 - $5 Quilt Setting Demo @ 6

Thurs. 11/1 - MM # 1A @ 9:30

11/ 1 - MM # 7 @ 1:30

Fri. 11/2 - MM # 1B @ 9:30

11/2 - MM # 2 @ 1:30

Sat. 11/3 - About Ambience

Thanks for the Rain!

This has been a crazy week. Lots going on.

Tuesday customers came by and watched a presentation via internet on the NEW MY Label software in the morning. There was Machine Quilting for the Beginner after lunch and the evening closed out with the Around the Block Club.

First thing Wednesday morning 6 customers greeted us at the door ready to tackle mastering their BSR with BSR Basic.

Thursday was WET!

Friday you will find members of the 2007 $5 Quilt group getting setting information at 10 and 2.

ATTENTION GARMENT SEWERS - IT WILL FIT!!!!

Did you begin sewing by making garments? Are you a garment sewer at heart but don’t enjoy the challenge of fitting? Or, have you been making quilts but are ready to expand your sewing to include garments? MY LABEL is the newest, best and most rewarding pattern fitting software on the market! It is produced with the quality that is true BERNINA tradition.

Join us in the Winston-Salem store on Tuesday, October 23rd @ 11:00 a.m. for a virtual presentation by a leading expert in the garment making industry. Debbie Lashbrook, a wonderful BERNINA educator, has a background in garment construction. She has worked in the garment design industry, taught at the university level, and has been one of the masterminds in the development of the MY LABEL software. She will come to us “live” via technology on our “big screen” to introduce us to the wonderful world of garment patterns that are custom made to your individual measurements – 47 of them! Yes, 47 measurements that will be applied to a virtual 3-D model that can actually try the garments on before we even print the patterns or cut the fabric!

We’ve ordered garment fabric, too! Now you will have access to quality fabrics so that you can construct wonderful fitting garments and be proud of the way you look in them!

Garment sewing is going to be fun – and you will look wonderful wearing your custom creations!

It's Here!

It's here! Bernina's Pre-Holiday Kick-Off!!! Come in either Sew Original location for Incredible Anniversary Savings! Scratch Off and save up to 75% OFF of any new Bernina Sewing Machine $999 or more (excludes Bernettes and software). Plus receive a gift with purchase on Anniversary models!!! Plus, NO INTEREST, NO, PAYMENTS, if paid within 18 months on Bernina machines and/or software $1000 or more! Hurry in, the sale ends October 22! This is Bernina's biggest sale of the year! Sew Original opened in Boone on October 19th, 2002. Help us celebrate our 5th Anniversary and stop by the Boone location Friday for specials throughout the store, refreshments and lots of FUN!!!! If you have requests for classes that you would like to see taught at Sew Original, please let us know. We will do our best to schedule those.

Remember you can leave your requests in the comment area of our blog. We would love to hear from you.

Come join the fun in one of many of our great classes. Hope to see you in the shops soon!

Our Sew Original Family

Our Sew Original family is like a patchwork quilt
With kindness gently sewn
Each piece is an original
With beauty all its own
With threads of warmth and happiness
It's lightly stitched together
To last in love throughout the years
Our family is forever.

The Sew Original Gals consider each and every customer a member of our family. As you visit this web site please feel free to make comments about our blog. Any and all feed back is welcome. We want to make our shops your favorite place to fulfill your sewing dreams.

BERNINA - Pre-Holiday Sale is Thursday, October 18th
through Monday, October 22nd. Special financing is available! (18 Months - No interest - No Payment - BERNINA purchase over $1000)


Next weeks classes.
In Boone:
Patchwork Jacket - Mon. Oct. 22 @ 10 - 4
Embroidery Club - Mon. Oct. 22 @ 1:30
Serger Mastery # 4 @ 9:30
Beginning Smocking - Tues. Oct 23 @ 10 - 12
Beyond the Basics - Tues. Oct.23 @ 5:30 - 8:30
Beginning Sewing - Wed. Oct 24 @ 1:30
Machine Mastery # 8 @ 5:30
Beginning Sew/Quilt - Thurs. Oct 25 @ 5:30
Machine Mastery # 9 - Thurs. Oct. 25 @ 5:30
Pineapple Quilt - Friday Oct. 26 @ 10am - 4pm
Machine Mastery # 4 - Sat. Oct. 27 @ 9:30
Rectangle Skirt - Sat. Oct 27 @ 10am - 4pm

In Winston Salem:
Serger Mastery # 1 - Mon. Oct 22 @ 9:30
Basic Sewing - Mon. Oct. 22 @ 6 - 6
Machine Quilting for Beginners - Tues. Oct. 23 @ 1p - 4p
Around the Block Club - Tues Oct. 23 @ 6 (See block below)
BSR Basics - Wed. Oct. 24 @ 10 - 1
Machine Mastery # 2 - Wed. Oct. 24 @ 6
Last Thursday Bee - Thursday Oct.25 @ 6 (Pt 3 of Blooming Nine)
$5 Quilt Setting Demo (2007) 10 & 2
It Talked to Me - Sat. Oct 27 @ 10 - 4





Tarantella Quilt
Use a variety of values of fabric that makes your eyes dance around this colorful, energetic quilt. Taught by Cathy Bogan. 2 Mondays, November 12th & 19th 6pm - 9pm.









Around the Block Club
This is the block being features this month. Call ahead to register and get the supply list. Bring your "stuff" to club and we'll stitch up a the block in no time! Tuesday, October 23rd At 6pm










One Block Many Ways


Learn one easy block, vary the colors and layout, and reap the unlimited design possibilities! Great for beginners. 3 Wednesdays, November 14th, 21st & Dec. 5th @ 10am - 1pm OR @ 6pm - 9pm.

Let's Celebrate!

We are celebrating BIG at Sew Original in October. We opened our doors in Boone on October 19th, 2002! Also, in Boone we have 6 employees celebrating birthdays! In honor of all these special days we giving you a chance to save. If your birthday is in October on one of the same days as our store birthday or employees, which are October 1, 3, 14, 15, 19 & 28, come in save 20% off of fabric, thread, books and patterns!!!! Happy Birthday! This special applies to customers in both stores!

Faye Williams has been promoted as store manager in Boone!!!!

It is time for Bernina's Pre Holiday Kickoff... Bring in your postcard, or pick one up in the stores. Join us October 18-22 for BIG savings on Bernina sewing and embroidery machines and sergers! We also have a great selection of used machines for sale. There is even a top of the line, at a fabulous price!!! During this sale Bernina and Sew Original are offering 18 months FREE financing!!!!! '

"NOTHING SEWS LIKE A BERNINA, NOTHING

12 weeks of Giving with Bernina....
Bernina will give you 12 project ideas for 12 weeks on their website. Visit the site each week for a new project. If you miss one, Sew Original will have the project in the store for you to pick up.

Don't forget our Christmas Stocking Challenge! Make a Christmas stocking any size or shape. Embroidery, piecing, sewing any technique! Prizes will be given. Remember entries must be in our shops by November 15th. Sew get busy making your entry.

My Label Software is now available.

Upcoming classes in Boone:
MM8 for 440s on Oct 16 at 5:30
MM9 for 440s on Oct 18 at 5;30
Emboridery Club @ 9:30 on Oct 20th We will be doing Criswell Ornament covers

In Winston Salem next:

Wednesday, Oct. 17

MM# 4 @ 9:30

MM# 3a @ 1:30

Embroidery Club @ 6 Criswell Cutwork Linen Towels

Saturday, October 20th

Software Sampler @ 10:30 - 3

Tammy Kelly Trunk Show

We have a beautiful trunk show in our Winston shop by Tammy Kelly with Common Threads in Flagstaff, AZ. (http://www.ourcommonthreads.com/) The picture to the right is named "It Talked to Me" If you would like to make your own "It talked to Me" come by the shop and sign up for Judi's class on Saturday, October 27th, 10 - 4.





This pretty pink wall hanging is called "Pink Lemonade". Visit the shop and see the other quilts in the trunk show. They are beautifully quilted, the pictures here do not do them justice!



Class cancellations/Date & time changes are as follows:
Twofer - 2 Thursday Oct. 11 & 18 has been canceled (Sorry, but there is another day class in November if you are interested.)

Embroidery Club in November has been changed from Monday the 12th to Monday, November 19th at 10am.

Visit our blog often and find out what's happenin' at Sew Original!

Here are all my Sew Original friends, Lynn, Mary Ellen, Melinda, Faye, Terri, Shirley, Jeannie, Muriel, Joyce and Wolfey. We had such a wonderfully trip. But are we tried!
This was the first night of our Switzerland adventure. Go to http://www.fernleaflane.blogspot.com/ and you can read all about each days adventure of our trip to Switzerland.









Here I am in the lunch room at the Bernina factory with Melinda, Mr. H. P. Ueltschi and Shirley.

Here is the display of old Bernina sewing machines.