Wow. Summer sure has a way of flying by. We have enjoyed many classes and retreats here at The Cabin.
This is Lynne at a retreat working on an embroidery for one of her very special grandchildren. Lucky Tor.
Here's Sue working on an embroidery design. She's making a pretty pillow for her home.
This is Pat working her quilt...it's on the design wall just over her shoulder. She was able to get quite a lot done in a day. Way to go Pat.
Laura is having fun working on a beautiful machine applique quilt. Very intricate work. Check out those maple leaves by the window. All cut out by hand. Beautiful.
Barbara finished her fish wall hanging. The picture above shows a very happy Barbara. The photo below shows how intricate the quilting on this project is.
Barbara has been very prolific at the retreats. She has finished a lot of quilts. I love this quilt top. It's going to be quilted by the very talented Lauren Tolhurst.
This is a very happy Tricia. Her and Barbara were table mates...I can't believe how much was accomplished at that table.
Jo-Ann, right, Linda, left, and Barbara with her back to the camera working hard on the quilt up on the design wall. Jo-Ann was sewing together very tiny pieces to create her block, just look at that focus. Linda was working on the cutest bags for her and her buddies...
The stitchery is done by hand and so adorable. The original design only had two best friends so she added the third herself. Great work Linda.
I have posted photos of Bernie's signature Caesar Salad in the past...yummmm
But...I have never posted a picture of a fresh cooked Dungeness Crab. Woweeee... Bernie "Kicked it up a Notch" at this retreat. For lunch he made us "That's the best burger I've ever had..." according to one of the ladies at the retreat. For supper Bernie headed up to The Crab Shop in North Vancouver and brought home fresh Dungeness Crab for all of us. "That was the best meal of my summer" was called out to Bernie. We had a wonderful day and evening.
See that temporarily abandoned plate of crab and Caesar salad guess who that belonged to?
Linda enjoyed every morsel of her crab. I think it was a big hit. I know I loved mine...
Bernie teaching Serger Savvy. Look at the intensity...I prepared lunch that day...I know that the ladies enjoyed it as they were starving by the time I got everything prepared. I'm a quilter...need I say more?
For Show and Tell...This beautiful stitchery was created by Linda. Just stunning. I love it.
I have posted the new class list below. I hope we get to see you and your smiling face here at The Cabin this Fall.
Update Fall
2012
Welcome to our neck of the
woods.
We
have scheduled fall classes and retreats. Day classes from 10:30am - 4:30pm include cinnamon
buns, coffee, tea, juice and lunch. In
most of our classes you will have the benefit of two instructors, one to help
you with the project or technique and the other to help with your sewing
machine. This provides for more one on
one attention and ensures the class flows smoothly. Our goal is to provide you with knowledge and
teach you how to get the best result out of your sewing machine. For your comfort space for Day classes is
limited to eight people and Day retreats are limited to six people.
Please note: If
you have registered for a class and don’t see the date listed on the new schedule
it means that class has filled.
Day Retreats - New Dates
We have lots
of space in the classroom and studio for cutting, pressing, basting and
more. There is a table set up for rotary
cutting including two large mats 23” x 35”.
There are also several smaller mats, 45mm rotary cutters and rulers of
various sizes available for you to use.
We have one large and two small pressing stations set up with
irons. We have food here in the morning
including cinnamon buns, fruit, coffee and tea.
For lunch we will have sandwiches and snacks. For dinner Bernie will fix us something
special. You are welcome to bring soft
drinks or any other food or drink you would like. Please remember to bring your sewing machine,
cord, foot control and presser feet. If
you are working on a special project you will need to bring any needles,
thread, basic sewing supplies, fabrics, etc., necessary to complete your
project. If you forget something I’m
sure I will have it here in the studio, in a pinch Wineberry Fabrics is only 15
minutes away. We would love to see what
you are working on and any finished projects you would like to share with us.
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9:00am
– 9:00pm
Wednesday,
August 22nd or 29th
Tuesday,
September 18th
Saturday,
October 13th or 27th
Saturday,
November 10th
Saturday,
December 8th
 
The
Cabin awaits...
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Please note: If your focus is on embroidery we have sturdy
tables that will support your machine. We have a solid base of knowledge regarding
sewing machines, embroidery modules, software, stabilizers, threads and
designs. Join us for a fun day of
creativity.
Group Retreats: If
you have a group that would like to get together for a retreat at The Cabin
give us a call and book a day.
Sewing Machine Service
A
little TLC goes a long way...
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Now
is a great time to get your sewing machine serviced so it is ready for the
sewing season. Bernie offers in-home
sewing machine service in some areas. If
you would like to have your sewing machine serviced please call Bernie at (604)505-9287
or email berniefixessewingmachines@gmail.com.
The KeyStone Series: We
have added new classes for the fall.
1. KeyStone:
Build a Better Relationship with YOUR Sewing Machine
Is
the honeymoon over or do you just want to get to know your machine better? This is the perfect class for you. You will learn how to solve the “tension”
problems between you and your sewing machine and how to understand what your
machine is trying to communicate to you when it is not giving you the results
you expect. Start a new relationship on
the right “foot”. In a fun filled class
rekindle the romance with your machine and be able to walk hand in hand through
your sewing projects.
$60.00
includes kit and lunch
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Wednesday,
October 3rd
Sewing
machine, Supply list
2. KeyStone:
It’s All About the Stitch – New Date
In
this class you will sew with a variety of threads, needles and fabrics in order
to gain a thorough understanding of their characteristics. Learn how the combination of needle and
thread can make the difference on any fabric.
We will discuss your sewing machines’ personality and shine a light on
the black art of tension, all in a fun and informative way. This is a great class for beginner to
advanced sewers. Any brand of sewing
machine is welcome. In order to
standardize, a kit with thread, needles and fabrics will be provided.
$60.00
includes kit and lunch
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Saturday,
September 1st
Tuesday,
October 2nd
Sewing
machine. Supply list
3. KeyStone: Free-motion Fun-Damentals
In a
relaxed atmosphere learn the fundamentals of free-motion quilting including
which free-motion foot works best for your sewing machine. We will give you hints and tips to help you
understand your sewing machine and its tension.
We will discuss thread, needle,
fabric and batting combinations that work well together for quilting
success. In addition you will learn some
tricks of the trade and how to properly handle the quilt while guiding the
fabric under the needle. Join us and
build both your confidence and your skills.
$45.00
includes lunch
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Tuesday,
October 23rd
Sewing
machine. Supply list
4. KeyStone: Rotary Cutting and Machine Piecing Tutorial
Learn
the basics of accurate rotary cutting, machine piecing and proper pressing in
this class designed for the beginner quilter and the intermediate quilter who
would like to enhance skills. We will
begin with cutting, piecing and pressing strips of fabric to find that perfect
¼” seam on your sewing machine. Later we
will explore cutting squares, triangles and rectangles. You will learn how to strip piece, press, sub-cut
and sew together straight of grain squares and bias squares accurately. This
class is a must when it comes to mastering accurate cutting, pressing and
piecing techniques.
$45.00
includes lunch
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Saturday, September 15th
Sewing
machine. Supply list. Rotary cutting equipment.
5. KeyStone: Machine Appliqué
Machine
appliqué can be used on a quilt top, for home decor or for jazzing up clothing. Learn how to select the right fusible web for
the pattern, what thread, needle and stitch to use for machine appliqué. Learn about an overlay, how to prepare the
background and appliqué fabric, how to trace the shapes onto fusible web, how
to arrange and fuse the shapes onto the background fabric, how to stitch around
the shapes and much more. A kit and
pattern will be provided.
$55.00
includes lunch and kit
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Tuesday,
November 27th
Sewing
machine. Supply list.
6. KeyStone: Serger Savvy
If
you’re tired of looking at your serger just sitting in the box or gathering
dust on your sewing table join us for an informative 6 hour serger class. Everything from trouble shooting to
techniques.
$55.00
includes fabric kit and lunch
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Monday,
August 20th
Tuesday,
November 20th
Serger. Supply list.
7. KeyStone: Machine Quilting Fun-Damentals
Quilting
your quilt can be a bit scary. If you
have said to yourself “I’m afraid I’ll ruin it” this class is for you. In a relaxed environment we will teach you
how to create the best straight stitch possible on your sewing machine and help
you gain a better understanding of the black art of tension. You will learn about your walking foot and stitching
in the ditch. From there you will learn
how easy it is to mark your quilt for hanging diamonds, cross-hatching and
more, without leaving unsightly marking lines behind. You will also learn how to audition quilting
lines on your quilt before marking. We
will discuss thread, needle, fabric and batting combinations and show you why
the right combination will give you success with your quilting.
$45.00
includes lunch
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Tuesday,
November 6th
Sewing
machine. Supply list.
Little Zippered Bag
Get
a head start on your Christmas gifts this year.
This is a great little bag for sewing accessories, make-up, small
knitting projects and more. Techniques
featured on this project are free-motion and/or decorative, straight stitch
machine quilting, easy zipper insertion and precision top-stitching. This is a perfect project for the beginner
sewer and for those who would like to improve on techniques.
$50.00
includes lunch, and pattern
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Tuesday,
September 4th
Wednesday,
October 24th
Wednesday,
November 14th
Sewing
machine. Supply list.
iPad Tote
Desire
a safe and pretty fashion to tote your iPad and accessories? While learning how to couch, pin-tuck, create
an easy welt zippered pocket, sew beads on by machine and more you will create
this pretty iPad, iPod, iTouch/iPhone and accessories tote. This project will be pre-cut and kitted for your
convenience so all the class time will be spent learning new techniques. A perfect Christmas gift for you or for those
you love.
$125.00
includes lunch, kit and pattern
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Wednesday,
December 5th and 12th
Sewing
machine. Supply list.
Autumn Splendour
Due
to the popularity of Autumn Splendour we have added a few more classes for the
Fall. Techniques you learn while
creating this lovely bag include precision piecing, couching, corded
pin-tucking, stitching with decorative threads, sewing beads on by machine, how
to create an easy welt zippered pocket and much more. This project will be pre-cut and kitted for
your convenience so all the class time will be spent learning new techniques.
$125.00
includes lunch, kit and pattern.
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Saturday,
October 6th and 20th
Tuesday,
October 16th and 30th
Saturday,
November 3rd and 17th
Sewing
machine. Supply list.
Snowflake Pincushion and
Thread Catcher
Snowflake
is a wonderful companion for your sewing area.
She’s not just a charming little Snowflake, she is very useful. With a head full of crushed glass and mittens
and earmuffs made of wool she provides the greatest of care for your pins and
needles. She also helps to keep your
sewing area tidy, simply remove her hat from her head and she will hold it open
for you to catch stray threads and fabric bits while you sew. This is a fun project for all ages and stages
of sewers. Snowflake makes a wonderful
Christmas gift. If you have a non sewer
on your list Snowflake is happy to sit on a mantle with her hat full of
candy. Join us during this festive
season and create a delightful little Snowflake of your very own.
$60.00
includes lunch, *kit and pattern
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Wednesday,
November 28th
Tuesday,
December 4th
Saturday,
December 15th
*Kit
includes crushed glass, eyes and nose along with all the fabrics. You will only need to bring thread to match
the fabrics.
Sewing
machine. Supply list.
Under the Stars
These
adorable little snowmen are enjoying a glimpse of winter stars while snuggled
under a brightly coloured, scrappy quilt made up of simple squares and
friendship stars. This is a lovable
Winter project featuring easy machine appliqué and precision piecing.
$90.00
includes lunch and pattern
10:30am
– 4:30pm
Monday,
October 29th and November 26th
Sewing
machine. Supply list.
TopStitchers Club 2012 resumes in September. If you are interested in joining TopStitchers
Club for 2013 please let me know and I’ll add your name to our list. If you would like to know more about our
TopStitchers Club and locations please email me or give me a call. We hope you can join us in 2013.
Registration:
The Cabin
doors are open and ready for you ½ hour before retreats/classes begin. If you have a special table/chair you would like
to reserve please let me know. If you
would like to register for any of our Day Retreats or Classes please email me
at littleoakpattern@gmail.com or call me at (604)506-0241. I look forward to hearing from you.
Happy
Stitches,
Shelley
and Bernie
Directions to The Cabin:
The
easiest way to find us is to drive along 176th as if you are heading
for the border. Turn left onto 20th. Cross over 184th and continue down
the hill. Turn right at Willow Acres
Equestrian Centre – you will see the sign – there is a chain link fence – please
slow down to 5k/h as there are children,
horses and other small creatures about – continue straight down the hill,
past the barn and down the last little unpaved hill. You will see two VW’s in the parking
lot. We will be watching for you.
Please Note:
1. If you are unable to attend a retreat or
class that you have registered for please give me a call or email me 10 days
prior the start of the class. I will be
happy to issue you a credit towards or transfer you to another class. If I have less than 10 days notice, class
notes and kits will be here for you.
2. A supply list for retreats and classes will
be sent to you upon registration. Please
check the supply list for homework and preparation prior to class.
3. As some people are allergic to perfume we
would kindly ask you to avoid wearing any to The Cabin. Thank you in advance.
