Atlanta Sewing Center

Saturday Software Sampler $15

Calling all Artista software owners! An exciting new program is here that will help you get the most from your embroidery software. Each month throughOctober, ASC
will host a virtual software presentation by a Bernina Educator. Each month will include a software lesson with instructions for the various levels of Bernina embroidery
software. You will also receive instructions for using your new software knowledge to create a project. This class will be hosted via the internet and conference call using
the latest technology. You will be able to see the Bernina Educator's computer screen, and hear her presentation.

Duluth’s class is presented at 11:00am.
Marietta’s class is presented at 2:00pm.

January 21 Digitizing Logos Review the digitizing process of creating embroidery designs from graphics. Digitize the Version 6 Logo for a Notebook Cover and CD case to hold your 2012 CDs & Printed Software Lessons.

February 18 Embroider Texture Digitize designs for needle punching, ribbon work and couching. Create beautiful modern designs applicable to a variety of projects. Automate the Needle Punch process and Embellish scarves, pillows, bags journal cover, etc….

March 17 Lettering Workshop Build your lettering skills and explore new techniques. Use True Type fonts to customize your projects. Lettering techniques covered will include a variety of fill effects, outlining, echo, and applique.

April 21 Applique Workshop Create beautifully embellished applique designs. Coordinate the applique with matching hemstitched trims and borders to complete the project. Create applique from a variety of methods, and apply a coordinating quick border with Spanish hemstitching.

Limited Seating—Register Today!
Duluth: 770-622-1880
Marietta: 770-428-5522
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Hoopsisters EmbroidaBlock 2012 $20
Goose Tracks
Hoopsisters EmbroidaBlock 2011 will begin in April. This year’s quilt is EXQUISITE and has multiple design possibilities, so no two quilts will look alike. Taught as a block of the month, the class will be offered over ten months or for those who want to finish faster, a four month fast track option. Kit Fee: $10.
Supplies needed.

Marietta:
Friday, January 20 10:301m-1:30pm Lisa
Sunday, January 22 1:00pm-3:00pm Lisa

Hoopsisters Earth to Quilters 2012 $20
The 2012 EmbroidaBlock of the month quilt creates a beautiful 3D quilt using traditional blocks and for the first time creates amazing projects in the hoop! The Earth to Quilters collection will be taught over a ten month schedule beginning in February. Supplies needed. Kit Fee: $10

Duluth:
            Thursday, February 23 10:00am-12:00pm Carol
            Thursday, March 22 20:00am-112:00pm Carol
            Thursday, April 22 10:00am-12:00pm Carol

Marietta:
             Friday, February 24 10:30am-12:30pm Lisa
             Sunday, February 26 1:00pm-3:00pm Lisa
             Friday, March 16 10:30am-12:30pm Lisa
             Sunday, March 18 1:00pm-3:00pm Lisa
             Friday, April 20 1:00pm-3:00pm Lisa
             Sunday, April 221:00pm-3:00pm Lisa

Accuquilt Studio

Slash your cutting time down to minutes with the new Accuquilt system!. We have squares, rectangles, triangles and strip dies. For $50.00/year you can have unlimited cutting time, or $15.00/hour (minimum one hour). We also have the Accuquilt Go adaptor if you want to use your own Go dies. Call the Duluth store to reserve your cutting time. (770-622-1880)

Block of the Month

March will bring two new Blocks of the month to ASC. Continuing with the same manufacturer of Tonga Rhapsody, we will have Bella Verona a contemporary, designer color quilt (96” x 106”).

We will also start a more basic batik Block of the Month; all pieces will be cut on the Accuquilt. (56” x 73”) All you do is sew the pieces together. Easy and beautiful! Please call the Duluth store for more details. (770-622-1880)

Professional Home Decorating Seminars

     Are you ready to make professional Window Treatments for your home or start a new career? Now is the time to join Carol Hayford, a Pam Damour Certified Drapery Instructor, and learn the professional techniques of the drapery workroom. The techniques include measuring, calculating yardage, treatment design, pattern design, fabrication, and installation.
     All techniques are designed to use a regular home sewing machine with the appropriate feet and accessories. All kits are provided. Class size is limited to 6-8 students. Call the Duluth Store to sign up for one of the Drapery Seminars. 770-622-1880
     Find descriptions of each class on the Class page under Professional Home Dec.