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Back to Basics 5

BOMs & Other Stuff

9-11

Embroidery 7

Quilting 12-18

Serger 8

Sewing 18-22

Software 8

Special Events 2-4

Store Policies 23

Byrne’s Bees 24

Scan N Cut 6

B y r n e S e w i n g C o n n e c t i o n Sew… What’s New?

F a l l 2 0 1 6 S p e c i a l P o i n t s o f I n t e r e s t :

New Clubs for Cuddle , Hexis and Sewing! (pg 9-10)

Early Bird price for Jenny Haskins! (pg 3)

Best Machine Binding ever! (pg 5)

Have you ever thought about why you quilt or sew? Some of you quilt as a creative outlet, and your quilts are incredible and we are in awe. And some of you love fabric and quilt so you have an excuse to acquire more! (Guilty!) And many of you quilt as a way to send your love to friends and family, sew-ing pieces of your heart into all of your quilted gifts. And for some, quilting is a way of pre-serving memories. The other day, a new customer came into the shop, wanting help mak-ing a quilt where she would memorialize

favorite quotes of hers us-ing photo transfer. She was not a quilter, or really even much of a sewer, but she saw her project in her "mind's eye" and needed just a bit of help to bring it to fruition. We love folks like that! It made us think about our own reasons for quilting, and remember quilts we had made that we saw first in our minds… and how exciting it was to see them become a reality. Have you felt that way too? Sew…we want to thank all of you for the inspiration you give to us. From the beginning sewer who abso-lutely LOVES her pajama bottoms to the novice quilter who completes a

sweet baby quilt for a new niece… these are the things that light up our days and fuel our creativity. But we also want to encourage you to feed your own pas-sions in a similar way. Take classes to learn something new, or join a guild or community of others who share similar interests. Just watching show 'n tell can inspire you to try something new or to go back and finish that project put aside a while ago. And then… be sure to bring it in and show it to us! Debbie and Mike Byrne

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Don’t miss the

Quilt Show at

Oaks! So much

inspiration!

38th Anniversary Sale!!!

PA National Quilt Extravaganza

Thursday-Sunday, September 15-18

Special Events

S e w … W h a t ’ s N e w ?

Juki Open House

Join us as we welcome the Juki family of machines to our shop! Juki originally began as a home sewing machine and now is the leader in global industrial sewing, but they never forgot their roots. From their original machines and sergers - some still in use today - to today's newest and most innovative computerized machines, there is a Juki for every one. Come see what they're all about! Door Prizes, give-aways, and lots of fun!

Take advantage of our 38th Anniversary Sale! Storewide savings of 25%... and more on selected items! A perfect time to stock up on all the basics plus, take a look at the sweet deals we have on machines…both new and gently used! Just our way of thanking you for 38 GREAT years!

It is so nice to have such a fabulous quilt show right in our own back yard! Once again this year we'll be vending for Brother at the quilt show at Oaks, and we'll be bringing lots of fun machines for you to try. We'll have some awesome quilt show specials, so be sure to stop by and say "hi!"

September 28-October 8

*** Event is half-price for Byrne’s Bees!!!

Friday or Satur-day, Sept 30 or Oct 1 - 1-5pm FREE!!!

What Machine Should I Play With Today???

We’re having a play date. Bring a friend or make a friend! Join us for a fun day where we demo a variety of machines - from Sewing machines to Scan N Cut, from Sergers to Longarms and a few in between! We'll encourage you to play to your heart's content, see lots of fun projects for each kind of machine and even take home a cute project made on your machine of choice! Door prizes, give-aways and a light lunch, too!

Jenny Haskins Returns!

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Special Events

Friday or Saturday, October 7 or 8 10-3pm - $20***

Join Bobbi Penniman and discover why the Hexi Craze has swept the quilting world! Here are some hints… Scrap buster! Easy carry-along project Many design applications - traditional to modern! Fun to play with! They don't whine! Low calorie

Okay… so perhaps we stretched it a bit but without a doubt, hexis have become the hottest craze in Quiltdom today! Bobbi will show you why hexis have become such a hit, and get you started on the basics of what very well might become your next obses-sion (the good for you, fat free variety!) Join us to see what it's all about, and if you think you might like it, join us for our monthly Hexi Happenings - a fun sit and sew - and see where it goes from there! (See Hexi Happenings under BOMs and Other Stuff!)

Six Reasons To Love Hexis!

Friday, October 14 1-4pm $30***

Jenny Haskins returns for a two day special seminar! If you love to have fun, love to learn new ps and tricks to make your embroidery hobby more enjoyable, and love to laugh and have a good me… join us for two full days of fun, inspira on and educa on. There'll be door prizes, give‐aways and plenty of chocolate(!), combined with all kinds of fresh new ideas guaranteed to inspire! Plus… gi bag valued at over $100! Seats are limited to take advantage of our Early Bird Special right away!

Fri & Sat, Nov 4&5 - 9-5pm (2 Day Seminar) $129 - (early bird special $89!!! Register by October 1!)

If your family is

awash in quilts already, consider

sewing for one of the many charities

that touches your heart. .

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Special Events

Joyce Hughes Thread Painting Mini-Workshop

If you are excited and amazed at Joyce's transformation of panels and plain applique using her thread painting techniques, join us for a mini-workshop to learn some of her tricks. You will not believe what YOU can do once you see how it's done! Threads may just become your new BFF!

Wednesday, January 4 1-4pm $30***

How Can You Help?

April 6-8 - Anita Goodesign Event! Our MOST popular embroidery event returns!!!


Quilters are known for their generosity when it comes to helping those less fortu-nate or those stricken by illness or disaster. We have a number of charitable pro-jects going on in the shop that we thought you might like to know about and possi-bly get involved in. Some, like those listed above, have regularly scheduled meet-ings and so they are easy to post. Others meet at a random time convenient for those involved or, we serve as a drop off site for things you do at home and we deliver to those in need. At any rate, we wanted you to be aware of these efforts in case you were able to help out. If you see something that interests you, let us know and we'll keep you in the loop as far as upcoming meeting times. In addition to Comfort Quilts and Case for Smiles (see BOMs and Other Stuff) some other efforts are:

Cozy Cases

Reach to Recovery Tote Bags

Developmental Hearts for Premies

Doggie neckerchiefs and pet food collection

Collection Center for pet bed scraps

Angel gowns

Food Larder donations

Burp cloths for Doylestown Hospital


Charlotte Williams

If you thought our Bye Bye Binding was wonderful - and it was! - we've got an even bet-ter way for you now! You'll still use two fabrics so you get that punch of color that draws your eye back into your quilt, with no tricky stuffing and centering required! Faster and easier than ever… we promise! Charlotte will show you how!

1 session $20 Thursday 10/6 1-3pm Thursday 10/13 6-8pm

BB12 Best Machine Binding Ever!

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Back to Basics

BB11 Appliqué for Beginners Ginny Hummel Hand appliqué quilts are often spectacular but what if you just don't have the time??? Learning to appliqué by machine can open up a whole new world for you! You'll be learning a variety of ways including blanket stitch, blind hem stitch and zig zag or satin stitch…as well as the correct way to prepare your appliqué pieces. And, you'll be mak-ing a cute autumn wallhanging at the same time!

1 session $25 plus kit fee Monday 10/31 10-1pm

BB2 Quilting Basics - CP2 Penny Armagost Are your quilts not quite always square? Do your quilts not lie flat? Do you have a hard time getting your intersections to line up because…your blocks aren't all the same size??? Join Penny for CP2 – Cutting, Piecing and Pressing. These three ele-ments are the basis for creating a project that lines up, lays flat and looks great! Learn the importance of accurate rotary cutting and piecing and how to achieve that perfect project. Also learn just how pressing can affect your finished project…and how to do it properly. This class is for beginners and experienced quilters alike…Sometimes we all need a reminder of the basics!

1 session $20 Tuesday 10/18 1-3pm

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Worth repeating… Pinterest is Like

Dessert. Enjoy the richness, yet

overindulgence

will make you sick. Set time limits.


Scan N Cut Classes

Susan Hadyniak A new way to learn… How to edit your designs! Canvas comes free with your Scan N Cut. Now, learn how to make it work for you! We'll be working with your laptop (optional) or on our screen and Susan will walk you through all of the steps. Join us!

1 session $20 Tuesday 8/30 1-3pm Thursday 10/13 5-7pm

SNC2 Scan N Cut Canvas

SNC1 Play With Your Scan N Cut! Susan Hadyniak Join Susan to find all kinds of fun ways to use your Scan N Cut. Each month she'll be do-ing a new project, chosen so that you will use your Scan N Cut over and over again, in lots of different ways! Then next month, try something completely different! See how amazing you can be! 1 session $10 plus kit fee

Saturdays - 9/24, 10/22, 11/19, 12/17 - 1:30-3:30pm

SNC3 Bridge the Gap! Susan Hadyniak Learn just one more way that the Scan N Cut can help you with so many of your sewing and quilting projects! You'll see how easy it is to use your Scan N Cut to cut all of your appliqué pieces when doing machine embroidery. Susan will show you how to make your embroidery machine "speak" the same language as your Scan N Cut and presto! No more cutting necessary… Scan N Cut is on the job! (Just think how cool this would be to use with Sewn Seeds!)

1 session $20 Thursday 9/29 10-12 noon Friday 11/11 10-12 noon

Sue Bower

Start from scratch and tackle machine embroidery while making this cute wallhang-ing. Sue will walk you through basic machine embroidery and then go through a vari-ety of techniques including appliqué, shadow embroidery and stained glass. We'll be using the curriculum from Anita's Essentials so procrastinate no longer! 4 weeks - 4 different lessons… You, too, can embroider! Workbook purchase required. 1 session $10 Fridays 9/23, 9/30, 10/14, 10/21 10-12am

E17 Embroidery 101

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Embroidery Classes

E2 B&B Club (Brother and BabyLock, of course!)

Ceil Roberts

This hands-on workshop has been designed for Brother and BabyLock sewing/embroidery ma-chine combinations. We explore both the embroidery and sewing sides of the machine in each class. Go home with a finished project and new sewing and embroidery knowledge after a day of fun and friendship. Due to class size limitations, those students who have purchased machines from Byrne have priority seating.

1 session $75 or $25 with machine purchased from Byrne Thursdays 9/8, 10/13, 11/10, 12/8 10-3pm Saturdays 9/10, 10/15, 11/12, 12/10 10-3pm

Ceil Roberts and Penny Armagost Come see what all the fuss is about embroidery and how it can enhance your sewing, quilting or home dec creations. No matter what your skill level, you will absolutely en-joy this fun-filled time of embroidery education, all while you work on a hands-on em-broidery project. Classes are FREE and kit fee is $39. Kit includes all supplies needed for that month’s project, as well as Design CD that is yours to take home and reuse as often as you like.. 1 session FREE with kit purchase Wednesdays 10/19, 11/16, 12/14 10-1pm Saturdays 10/22, 11/19, 12/17 10-1pm

E4 Embroidery Techniques


Sergers make expensive

doorstops! Take it out of

the box and learn to use it. It

may just become your favorite

SG18 Serger Techniques

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Software Classes

C5 Floriani U and Beyond Club Susan Lowery This class is for those of you who have your Floriani Total Control U Software loaded, and you have explored the different tools and techniques in your guide class. Join Susan and learn the different effects you can create with the updat-ed tools and techniques. Each month Susan will be teaching a different facet of your software. The more you use it, the more you'll want to use it! 1 session $20 ($50 if purchased elsewhere) Thursdays 10/6, 12/8 6-8pm

Serger Classes

Sue Bower So, you have a serger, took your guide class but… you'd like to do more than overlock seams? Great! Join us each month - bring your serger - and take a hands-on, in-depth look at a specific serger topic. We'll delve into the use of different serger settings, threads, and fabrics, and you'll take your serging to a whole new level. Some techniques will apply to all sergers, and others will be specific to sergers with chain/cover stitch, so check that out below.

1 session $20 plus kit fee ($50 if serger bought elsewhere)

Thursdays 9/15 (Chain gang - only for Evolve/Evolution/Ovation)

1-3pm 10/20 (Roll with it one more time - decorative effects - all sergers)

11/17 (Braids and trims—making your own - all sergers)

12/15 (Guide me along - only for Evolve/Evolution/Ovation)

Hoop Sisters Sewn Seeds You asked for it! We're starting this great Hoop Sisters design again in case you missed it the first time. Linda makes the process of creating your own masterpiece so easy! So, this is how it works… Linda will kick things off with a class to get you started and then, every month, come on in and Linda will give you tips and walk you through any rough spots and finally, a finish up class to tie it all together. All 5 months of classes plus jump drive - $150. Optional border CD available.

5 sessions $150 Thursdays 10/6 (6-8pm), 11/10, 12/8, 1/12 (all 6-7pm), 2/9 (6-8pm)

Blocks of the Month & Other Stuff!

Bobbi Penniman

If you have caught hexi fever, or think you might like to check out the hottest new craze in quilting, join us to see what it's all about. You can get so much inspiration from sharing tips and ideas with others that share your passion. Bobbi will be on hand in case you need any guidance, but this is basically a sit and sew to relax and share and meet new friends. Bring your current project to work on, as well as any-thing you have for show 'n tell, and have some fun! We'll meet monthly, and save you a seat! Interested in learning the basics? See our instructional class listed under Quilting Classes! 1 session $10 and get a $5 Byrne coupon! Fridays 11/18, 12/9 1-4pm

Q64 Hexi Happenings

Susan Lowery

Back by popular demand! If you missed your chance to do this quilt when we did it before, this is your chance! This time, we won't be doing it as a BOM, and won't be providing a kit, but you'll still get the benefit of a FREE INSRUCTION CLASS to get you started on the right track. PLUS, you'll still get the benefit of Susan's step-by-step instructions to guide you every step of the way. Sew…now's your chance! Fee is $80 and includes instructions and design card!

1 session $80 Sunday 10/16 1-4pm

E7 Wildflower Quilt

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Sew with friends. It is one

of the nicest ways to spend

the day!

Try one of our

clubs or charity groups.



S32 Cuddle Club

Staff

Cuddle is that super soft and silky fabric you just want to roll yourself up in (okay, maybe not in THIS weather!) and it is being used today in so many different ways. While Cuddle is much easier to sew with than you might think, there are tips and tricks that make it even easier! Join us monthly to talk about those tips and to in-spire each other with ideas and suggestions for using this fun fabric to please almost everyone on your gift list! 1 session $5 (and get a $5 store coupon at the class!) Mondays 10/17, 11/21, 12/19 6-7pm

Jane Jarvis

We welcome Jane to our shop and are excited to introduce you to her amazing skill set. She is an experienced teacher in many different aspects of sewing and so we thought we might have a little sampler class where each month we feature a different technique. The idea is to uncover some of those hidden or un-used capabilities of your machine that you can put to work for you in your everyday sewing. We'll be exploring different nee-dles, different features and different ways to use what you already know. Open to Bernina, BabyLock, Brother and Juki, too! We're really excited about this club so come on in and let us know what you think! 1 session $25 Wednesdays 10/19, 11/16, 12/21 1:30-4:30pm

S37 Sewing Circle

This group is for sewists who think out of the box (of chocolates!) and they strive to look at sewing in a new way. Meetings are held at 7pm on the second Tuesday of each month and include a monthly challenge. Give us a call for details of this month's challenge. Tuesdays 9/13, 10/11, 11/8, 12/13 7pm

Bring Chocolate Modern Sewing Group

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Ryan's Case for Smiles Tuesday 9/20 1-5pm

Ryan’s Case for Smiles is one of the few volunteer organizations solely dedicated to helping kids feel better to heal better. While other great organizations focus on re-search and finding a cure, we work to improve the quality of life of children and their families as they undergo treatment. Join us for an afternoon of sewing as we work to create whimsical pillowcases that give children an emotional boost and remind them that they are not defined by their illness. Please bring your serger (preferred) or sewing machine. We’ll provide the fun.

Q2 "Sew” Relaxing!

Join us as we open one of our classrooms up to anyone who wants to come in and sew or quilt or whatever. You'll have a place to spread out and work to your heart's content - away from the phone and other distractions of home. The coffee's always on so bring your projects ... a friend or two and lunch. We'll provide the space and any number of folks to offer an opinion or advice on your current project! And...we might just throw in some informal tips, techniques or sneak peeks at upcoming cool stuff. "Sew," come kick back and spend a relaxing day (or part thereof!) and stitch away! You must register ahead of time for this class! I session $5 Fridays Almost every week!

Comfort Quilts

Mondays 9/12, 10/10, 11/14, 12/12 10-2pm Comfort Quilts meets each month to make quilts for children who are in need of the comforting hug a quilt brings. Mark your calen-dars and plan to stop in and lend a helping hand...and make some new friends in the process!

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From Jenny Doan…

“Finished is better than

perfect!”

Try our

Machine Binding class!

Q57 Mod-ified Tree


Q59 Brightly Woven Penny Armagost

What a great quilt! A traditional woven technique that looks as fresh and contemporary as any quilt out today. And the colors…! A fun quilt that will get lots of attention! Pattern purchase required.

1 session $40 Monday 11/28 10-4pm

Quilting Classes

Q5 Machine Quilting

Joyce Hughes

Okay, the quilt top is done...what do you do now? We'll talk about layering your quilt and basting, planning your quilting patterns, choosing threads and then finally, using your free-motion skills to execute some simple quilting patterns. Beginners will feel more comfortable after taking this techniques class, which is lecture demo and hands on.

1 session $40 Tuesday 11/22 1-5pm

Cathy Lynch

Spend the afternoon creating a simple yet stunning modern holiday tree, embellished with a little bling! Students will create their unique tree (or forest of trees) using the petite Leaves Galore ruler from Sue Pelland Designs. Your "mod" tree can be a wall hanging or table runner. Pattern purchase required.


Q60 Fancy Forest Kathleen Gastgeb

This wonderful forest is full of Elizabeth Hartman's favorite animal friends and will makes a delightful quilt for anyone young at heart! Make this as a twin size shown, or as a wall hanging or baby quilt. All blocks are sewn with simple straight and diagonal seams. No templates or paper piecing! Pattern purchase required.

1 session $40 Saturday 9/24 10-4pm

Kathleen Gastgeb

Wow! Have you seen these done in the shop?!! They are amazing… and addic-tive! Ask Kathleen! There are a number of cute animal patterns in this series. You chose! Collage quilting is simply a way to create your image using wonderful pieces of fabric you have fussy cut. You won’t believe how incredible these can be. Then… finish off with just fusing, or add a simple machine appliqué and voila! A fantasy you created! Pattern purchase required.

2 sessions $35 Fridays - 9/23 (1-2pm) and 10/28(10-2pm)

Q46 Collage Quilting

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Quilting Classes

Sarah Bond This is a workshop style class designed for intermediate quilters, or beginners with attitude! We’ll start the class with a basic, simple Pickle Dish block. This is a whimsical pattern from the 1930’s that makes up into a fabulous quilt with a strong interlocking circular design. We’ll also look at how to make a variation on this design; the Double Wedding Ring. I’ll provide pattern sets and instruc-tions. You’ll learn basic paper piecing techniques that you can use in future projects. 1 session $50 Saturday 12/3 10-4pm

Q61 Pickle Dishes and Wedding Rings

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Branch out… Learn a new

skill, Try

Machine Applique or

Paper Piecing… or

maybe Hexis???


Basic Thread Painting

Joyce Hughes

Joyce had such a reaction to the panels she did for Northcott that she will be teaching three dif-ferent panels this fall. Three completely different themes but all start with a pattern that you will transform it with thread painting into something amazing! You can do this!!! These classes will include fussy cutting, thread selection, stitching techniques and embellishing. Classes are open to anyone who has a solid working knowledge of their machine. Sew… which one will you pick???

Quilting Classes

Q66 Rectangle Reflections

Penny Armagost This is a perfect place to use your Accuquilt GO! but very do-able with-out it. We love the way this quilt seems to vibrate… talk about move-ment! Great in solids, but works nicely with prints as well. 1 session $40 Friday 11/11 10-4pm

Q52 Christmas Tree 2016 2 sessions $45 + kit fee Thursdays 9/22, 9/29 1:30-4:30pm or 6-9pm

Q53 Euphoria 2 sessions $45 plus kit fee

Tuesdays 11/15, 11/29 1:30-4:30pm or 6-9pm

Q54 Winter Birds 3 sessions $50 plus kit fee

Thursdays 11/17, 12/1, 12/15 1:30-4:30pm or 6-9pm

Q58 Charlotte's Curves! By Charlotte!

This wall hanging was inspired by the wonderful trims we just got into the shop, and a quilt that we had seen that Joyce had made. Sew, we sent Char-lotte off into a dark closet for a weekend and this is her creation! Join her for a fun morning of learning all about her curves! You'll learn various ways to make this classic Drunkard's Path block and all the ways you can use it in a quilt or a wall hanging.

1 sessions $25 Monday 12/5 10-1pm

Joyce Hughes

Joyce is in love with this new foot and rulers, designed specifically to help you with your straight line work when you are machine quilting. With these tools, the foot allows you to sew right along the edge of the ruler, and hold the ruler in place so it doesn't slip under your needle. Join Joyce and learn how to keep everything straight! Plus more fun ways to quilt as well! Foot and ruler purchase required. 1 session $25 Wednesday 12/14 1-4pm

Q32 Rule Your Rulers

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Quilting Classes

Joyce Hughes Have you taken one of Joyce's classes and fallen off the finishing wagon? Join us for a fun evening of playing catch-up. Joyce will be on hand to help you pick up the pieces where you left off and get you back on the road to the finish line! 1 session $20 Thursday 11/10 6-9pm

Q11 Joyce’s Finish Up Class

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Do you

remember your

first quilt? Did

you take a

picture? Keep

and album of all

your quilts so

they are

remembered.


Quilting Classes

Q56 Rainbow Stash Buster Cathy Lynch

It's time to create a simple yet stunning scrap quilt from your stash of fabrics! This stash buster quilt is, as the pattern says, "sweet, simple, quick, easy, fun and done"! The pat-tern can be great for both the novice or experienced quilter. Basic quilting techniques will be explained and soon you will have a colorful lap size quilt to enjoy. So grab your stash, purchase some background fabric and join the fun in making this quilt! Pattern pur-chase required. 1 session $40 Monday 10/24 10-4pm

Q8 Memory Quilt Sally Malley T-shirt quilts are always a favorite way to commemorate a special experience, high school or sports career or hobby, but they aren't the only way. This quilt is doable by anyone with a just little quilting knowledge, and is the perfect gift to send away to college with that favorite grad. Sally will also discuss how you might make this quilt with other "memories" such as hand written greetings, photo trans-fer images, and other types of clothing. See how you can make your memories even more special! 4 sessions $50 Mondays 9/26, 10/3, 10/24, 11/7 6-8pm

Charlotte Williams This elegant tree skirt uses classic and traditional images of welcome and will definitely become a family heirloom! A mixture of piecing and simple appliqué, this can be either a table topper or a tree skirt. Book purchase required. 1 session $40 Monday 9/26 10-4p

Q55 Simple Christmas Tidings Tree Skirt

Q63 Six Reasons To Love Hexis! Bobbi Penniman Join Bobbi Penniman and discover why the Hexi Craze has swept the quilting world! Here are some hints…

Scrap buster! Easy carry-along project Many design applications - traditional to modern! Fun to play with! They don't whine! Low calorie

Okay… so perhaps we stretched it a bit but without a doubt, hexis have become the hot-test craze in Quiltdom today! Bobbi will show you why hexis have become such a hit, and get you started on the basics of what very well might become your next obsession (the good for you, fat free variety!) Join us to see what it's all about, and if you think you might like it, join us for our monthly Hexi Happenings - a fun sit and sew - and see where it goes from there! (See Hexi Happenings below!) 1 session $30*** Friday 10/14 1-4pm

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Quilting Classes

Dot Fabian This fun tablerunner works for any season. Dot uses Christmas fabrics, but picture it in Spring pastels or in colors that match your own décor. Make two - one for a friend! Book purchase required. 1 session $25 Thursday 10/20 10-1pm

Q65 Criss Cross Applesauce

Bobbi Penniman

If you have caught hexi fever, or think you might like to check out the hottest new craze in quilting, join us to see what it's all about. You can get so much inspiration from sharing tips and ideas with others that share your passion. Bobbi will be on hand in case you need any guidance, but this is basically a sit and sew to relax and share and meet new friends. Bring your current project to work on, as well as anything you have for show 'n tell, and have some fun! We'll meet monthly, and save you a seat! 1 session $10 and get a $5 Byrne coupon! Fridays 11/18, 12/9 1-4pm

Q64 Hexi Happenings


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Do you change

your needle with every new

project? It’s cheap insurance

and helps your

machine to run better!

S33 Tree Hugger Pillow


Quilting Classes

S4 Square Tuffet

Charlotte Williams Back by popular demand! These tuffets are just the coolest thing! Make it multicol-ored like here, or use fabric to coordinate with your décor but either way, you'll get compliments galore on this beauty! Kit purchase required. 2 sessions $50 plus kit fee Mondays 10/17, 11/7 2-5pm

Cathy Lynch

Add a quick and easy decorative pillow this holiday season! The tree hugger pillow uses seasonal fabrics with extra decorative sparkles and piping. Class will also include instruction on learning how to make piping and how to insert a zipper pillow closure. It isn't too difficult! This pillow makes a great holiday gift and it can also be made just as a table runner. Pattern purchase required. 1 session $25 Tuesday 10/25 1-4pm

Q62 Keeping You in Stitches! Penny Armagost

Okay… no, this is NOT a stand-up comedy class! But we all have a wealth of beautiful (not to mention useful!) decorative stitches in our machines that, sadly, largely go unused. Let us introduce you! Come play with them. Penny will show you lots of ways to use them to make your projects go from ordinary to WOW, and you’ll learn exactly how to make your stitches perform!


Sewing Classes

S38 Petite Stitched Purse Penny Armagost This little clutch is the perfect canvas for displaying machine stitches or embroidery, but we'll be using those wonderful decorative stitches on your machine! The unique closure is built into the handle. This fun to make bag measures 12” x 6”, uses less than 1/2 yard each of outer & lining fabric, and features an inside pocket. Pattern Purchase required. 1 session $40 Friday 12/2 10-4pm

Kathleen Gastgeb

This is a fun class for everyone! No particular skill set required, but Kathleen will show you how to make all kinds of fun fun fashion accessories. You'll use fabric and buttons and your imagination! The perfect accessories to go with today's look!

1 session $25 Thursday 12/1 10-1pm

S39 Fun Accessories and Jewelry

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Sewing Classes

Kathleen Gastgeb A sleek way to carry your files and tech equipment while travelling. Secure zippered top. Slip an iPad into the double-padded zippered outer pocket and slide your lap-top into the adjustable and removable sleeve. Handy luggage strap, padded straps and handles, side pocket with magnetic closure. Pattern purchase required. I session $40 Monday 11/21 10-4p

S36 Urban Computer Satchel with Padded Sleeve

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Paint and some new pillows are an inexpensive

way to update your home.

Take our pillow class! Make a

tuffet, too!

S1 18" Doll Clothes


Sewing Classes

S2 Basic Sewing

Ginny Hummel or Charlotte Williams

In this class you will learn the basics of working with patterns, reading pattern instructions and techniques for sewing construction. Work on home dec items, curtains, clothing or whatever you choose. Beginner or novice sewers welcome - ages 13 to adult! Sign up for the month - $68/mo. (exceptions noted!) Mondays 9/12, 9/19, 9/26 ($51) 6-8pm Mondays 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31($85) 6-8pm Mondays 11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 11/28 6-8pm Mondays 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, ($51) 6-8pm Tuesdays 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 9/27 10-12 noon Tuesdays 10/4, 10/11, 10/18,10/25 10-12 noon Tuesdays 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 11/29 ($85) 10-12 noon Tuesdays 12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 12/27 10-12 noon

S12 Woven Tunic

Kathleen Gastgeb

This is a great tunic to round out your wardrobe. Dress it up or down and wear it with leggings or jeans. And… we'll show you how to dress it up with embroi-dery! Easy fitting and easy to wear, you might decide to make several of these in different fabrics. Pattern purchase required. 1 session $35 Thursday - 10/27 10-3pm

Ginny Hummel

Don't you love September's project?!! Molly the Mermaid! We use various techniques and class members generally choose each month what they would like for the following month, and they're always adorable! We will have optional PRE-CUT kits available for class members only! Pattern purchase may be required. Kits are available only to class participants! 1 session $20 Tuesdays 9/13, 10/11, 11/8, 12/13 1-3pm

Setting Your Holiday Table Staff

We all love sitting down to a wonderful holiday meal at a table that has been "dressed" with special holiday accessories. In these classes we'll show you how to decorate your table with everything from beautiful, elegant designs to fun and funky… whatever fits your mood. And… a set of holiday napkins is always a welcome hostess gift!

Ceil Roberts Join us one Friday evening each month to work on your UFO's (unfinished objects). Regis-tration is required as space is limited. This is a non-instructional evening of sewing bliss. Bring a covered dish to share with others and enjoy good food as you sew and socialize! 1 session $10 plus a covered dish Fridays 9/23, 10/28, 11/18, 12/16 6-9 pm

S13 UFO Night

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S34 Holiday Napkin Magic!

S35 Make Your Own Napkins

Learn different finishing techniques to enable you to make elegant napkins to dress your holiday (or daily!) table. We'll be using unusual styles and sizes of needles and stitches and show you how to make your own high-end napkins. And…it’s not just for napkins!

1 session $25 plus kit fee Monday 10/17 10-1pm

Brighten your holidays…or every day for that matter! We'll be working with purchased napkins and learn the proper techniques to get your design and bor-der properly lined up - the first time! Design card included!!!

1 session $25 Monday October 3 10-1pm

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My soul is fed with needle and

thread… my

body with chocolate!

S32 Cuddle Club


Sewing Classes

S37 Sewing Circle Jane Jarvis

We welcome Jane to our shop and are excited to introduce you to her amazing skill set. She is an experienced teacher in many different aspects of sewing and so we thought we might have a little sampler class where each month we feature a different technique. The idea is to uncover some of those hidden or unused capa-bilities of your machine that you can put to work for you in your everyday sewing. We'll be exploring different needles, different features and different ways to use what you already know. Open to Bernina, BabyLock and Brother! We're really excited about this club so come on in and let us know what you think!

1 session $25 Wednesdays 10/19, 11/16, 12/21 1:30-4:30pm

Staff

Cuddle is that super soft and silky fabric you just want to roll yourself up in (okay, maybe not in THIS weath-er!) and it is being used today in so many different ways. While Cuddle is much easier to sew with than you might think, there are tips and tricks that make it even easier! Join us monthly to talk about those tips and to inspire each other with ideas and suggestions for using this fun fabric to please almost everyone on your gift list!

1 session $5 (and get a $5 store coupon at the class!) Mondays 10/17, 11/21, 12/19 6-7pm

September 28-October 8 Storewide savings of 25% or more!

Plus… incredible Deals on all Machines…

New and Gently Used!

Sergers as

low as

$299!!!

Machines as low as $99!!!

INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE CLASSES Guide classes are FREE classes which we offer to familiarize you with all the different facets of your machine or software, and we offer FREE instructional guide classes on all of the machines and software that we sell. Pick up a schedule at the shop, or see the schedule on our website at http://www.byrnesewing.com/guide.html. You must have taken your guide classes or have a good working knowledge of your machine before you can sign up for regular classes! Bought your machine elsewhere? Classes are available for a fee! PRIVATE CLASSES Private classes are available for most machines and software. Call for details! REGISTER TODAY

Please sign up for classes at least 2 weeks in advance. Registration can be done by phone, in person, or by mail. CLASS REGISTRATION It is necessary to pre-register for ALL classes. Call us to be put on the waiting list...or give us your credit card number to re-serve your spot. Payment must be made in full to assure your place in class. We need this commitment from you in order for our classes to run as smoothly as possible and so that our teachers can properly prepare for class. BE SURE AND ASK FOR YOUR SUPPLY LIST! In many cases it is necessary to do things ahead to be properly prepared for class, so be sure and check your supply list ahead of time!

REFUND POLICY We must make our commitment to teachers one week prior to the start of their class. Therefore, refunds are available when your cancellation is made at least ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE FIRST CLASS. Please do not ask us for any exceptions. In the event that a class must be cancelled, individuals will be contacted and given a full refund.

LUNCHES Please bring your brown bag lunches for classes. Refrigerator is available for your use.

BYRNE SEWING CONNECTION SCHEDULE Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 10am-7pm Mon., Fri. & Sat. 10am-5pm Sundays Closed Sundays except for Special Events!

MACHINE REPAIR Our full service department has certified and qualified technicians on staff. We repair all makes and models of sewing and/or embroidery machines. We also repair most makes and models of sergers and vacuums.

IMPORTANT REMINDER If you have purchased a machine or software at Byrne's and have not received your FREE basic instructional guide classes, please give us a call. Don't forget the guide classes are FREE when you purchase your machine from us and are a requirement before taking regular classes. SIGN UP TODAY! When you attend your FREE guide classes, you are eligi-ble for a 10% discount on your purchases that day. Visit our web site http://www.byrnesewing.com/guide.html for our latest classes.

BAD WEATHER POLICY In inclement weather, please call the store to see if we are closed or if classes are canceled.

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Store Policies

422 East Butler Avenue New Britain/Doylestown, PA

Phone: 215-230-9411 Fax: 215-230-0378 Website: byrnesewing.com

Byrne Sewing Connection

A Place That Makes You Feel "Sew" Special!

Are You a Byrne’s Bee???

Byrne’s Creative Bees First Tuesdays, 7pm and First Wednesdays, 10am

Yup, that's right… this is where we previously posted our Main Event info. We decided that a change was in order, for a couple of reasons. We have become very leery of scheduling out-of-town guests during the potentially snowy months, but we also saw how much many of you missed our monthly programs. So, last fall we went back to our regular 9-month format, October through June, but have kept our winter programs much closer to home. Of course, we still have our wonderful show 'n tell! Additionally, since all of our events are about learning, we really want more of you, our friends and customers, to take advantage of these opportunities. So, in addition to the usual 20% discount on purchases at Main Event (now Byrne's Creative Bees) programs, we'll be offering a 50% discount on the price of almost all of our other special events to enable more of you to participate. (Look for all for the eligible Special Events marked with ***)

So, for the same $90 "club fee" of Main Event, you'll get 9 months of fun and informa-tive programs (Don't forget - we offer a daytime and an evening presentation each month), 20% off anything you purchase at a Bee program and 50% off almost all of our other Special Events. Sew… why aren't you a Byrne's Bee???

Check out the programs for the 2016-17 BEE'S season below.

October 4&5 Shirley Mandell

Northcott Fabrics Batiks and Trunk

Show

November 1&2 Holiday

Shortcuts Fast and easy holiday ideas

January 3&4 Joyce Hughes

Thread Painting and Panels

December 6&7 Holiday Party

February 7&8 Amy Smith

Build as You Go

March 7&8 Lee Chappell Color Stories

April 4&5 Phil Newton

Threads Galore!

May 2&3 Cheryl Lynch

Turning Travel into Treasures

June 6&7 Michelle Hiatt Accurate and Stress-Free

Quilting

Details available at www.byrnesewing.com

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