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EXICTING News: New Handi Quilter Retailer



Hi all,

  We recently became a new Handi Quilter Retailer for long arm quilt machines.  We have rearranged the shop and added two long arm machines on frames.  Have you ever wanted to know what it's like to finish your own quilts.  Here's your chance.  Whether you are new to long arm quilting or want to upgrade what you currently have, now is your chance.

  Stop in to see and test drive our HQ Amara 20 inch machine on a 12 foot frame & computerized Pro-Stitcher.  I can't tell you how AMAZING it is.  I don't get excited about much, but this is something!  In addition we have HQ's newest MOXIE which is a great introduction to long arm quilting for those with limited space.  There are other great machines available as well. 
  
  In addition to the machines, we're also carrying many different HQ accessories.  Call the shop if you want to set up an appointment to check out these new machines.  We will also be announcing a rental program shortly.
 
   For those that aren't quite sure if this is for you, we have contracted with a HQ National Educator for a two day event, July 29 & 30 (Friday & Saturday) for three classes.  Karen Arnold will be traveling from Ohio to teach these classes.  Check out the following classes.  You can sign up ONLINE or call the shop for more information.  Enroll or reserve your spot early.  Discounts are available for signing up for multi classes.  Call the shop for more information.


The Special HQ Classes given by a HQ National Educator are:


 Longarm Machine Quilting Basics (This is an all day class 9am-4pm on Friday 7/29 with lunch included, $80).

Class Description: Does longarm quilting interest you, and you’d like to learn more about it? Or do you just want a review of longarm quilting basics? This class removes the mystery of longarm quilting by explaining machine and frame elements and features, how to load a quilt, and vital facts about thread, needles and tension. Handi Quilter longarm machine and frame systems come in various sizes for every budget, and are user-friendly because they are designed by a quilter, for quilters – just like you!

Objective: Learn skills that will help you manages your long-arm machine with confidence

Topics Include:
• Basic machine and frame elements and features
• Bobbins, tension, needles and thread
• How to load a quilt onto a frame
• Quilting with Groovy Boards and pantographs
• Rulers, Adjustable and Micro Handles, and basic free-motion
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 Fast, Fun, and Fabulous Free-Motion Quilting (This is a 1/2 day class on Saturday 7/30 from 9am-12pm,$45)

Class Description: Quilters everywhere LOVE the excitement and fun of free-motion quilting – and it’s easier than you think! Create flowing designs by connecting simple design elements with continuous lines, traveling across the quilt or filling in a specific area. Learn how drawing and muscle memory contribute to beautiful free-motion quilting, and how you can create stunning designs.

Objective: Learn to create free motion designs that can be used to finish any quilt.

Topics include:
• How to develop an inventory of free-motion designs
• Proper scaling and spacing of design elements
• Edge-to-edge free-motion quilting
• Adjusting your quilting path to create your own new designs
• Using Micro Handles and adjustable handlebars for free-motion control

Class 3-B – Ruler Essentials  (This is a 1/2 day class on Saturday 7/30  from 1pm-4pm, $45)

Class Description: If you love precision and consistency in your quilting designs, you will love using design rulers and templates! These handy tools assist in placing designs accurately and stitching them out precisely. Learn to handle rulers and templates safely with the ruler base and Sure Foot, and how to achieve accuracy with the markings. The wide variety of Handi Quilter rulers will inspire you to new design heights.

Objective: Learn the safe way to use rulers & templates. See ways that you can incorporate these tools in your quilting.

Topics Include:
• Handle rulers safely
• Understand and use ruler markings for precision and accuracy
• Use piecing lines and marking tools to build ruler design confidence
• VersaTool quilting: stitch-in-the-ditch, cross-hatch, piano keys, clamshells and arcs
• Apply binding with the HQ VersaTool
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Also, come check out all the great new fabrics that are arriving daily!  Great Stuff!!

 

Don’t forget…KQC is “MY HAPPY PLACE”.   Hope it’s yours too!



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Thank you for your continued support & have a great day.

Karen, Marlene, Betsy, Carol, Charlotte & Bruce
(413)884-6200
www.karensquiltcorner.com
karensquiltcorner@gmail.com