Bernina Sewing Centre Chatswood

JULY TO NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER 2010

NEW :BERNINA 330 | 350 | 380

Visual delights, technological masterpieces: The BERNINA 3 Series positively sparkles with new and innovative functions and features. The latest, ultra-high contrast LCD display lets you keep track of what you are doing. Direct-selection buttons mean quick and easy operation. The start / stop button and slide speed control, semi-automatic threader, automatic buttonhole and securing stitch function save you time and let you to sew, quilt and patchwork effortlessly and professionally. The bright LED sewing lights, extension table and Free Hand System make for superb ease of sewing. Stylish sewing really can be this easy!

More style in detail:

• Latest high-contrast LCD display

• Especially bright LED sewing lights

• Automatic memory buttonhole system

• Direct-selection buttons for faster operation

• Extension table for a larger work surface

• Free Hand System for better control over

your sewing

NEW :BERNINA Cut Work Tool

Traditional cutwork designs have never been easier to create. Combine the BERNINA Cut Work Accessory with embroidery for truly unique results.

Compatible with:

Artista 180, 185, 200, 630, 640, 730 | Aurora 430, 435, 440 |BERNINA 830

embroidery module required

BERNINA CutWork Accessory

Small in size, big on innovation and versatility! Eliminate tedious cutting

involved in traditional quilt projects, appliqué or cutwork. Simply replace

the standard sewing needle in your BERNINA Embroidery System with

the BERNINA CutWork Accessory. Its cutting-edge needle cuts shapes and

designs guided by the embroidery module. This patented BERNINA

innovation will revolutionize the way you look at cutting!

Diary Dates for 2010

Stitches & Craft Show 18th– 22nd August 2010

Australian Technology Park 10am—5pm

BERNINA CLUB DATES July TO November 2010

July: Saturday 17th, Monday 19th & Thursday 22nd

Amy Butler clutch -Thea

August: Monday 23rd, Thursday 26th & Saturday 28th

Scarves, Scarves and more Scarves

September: Saturday 18th, Monday 20th & Thursday 23rd

Advanced overlocking –stage two

October: Saturday 16th, Monday 18th & Thursday 21st

Cutwork Pandora pouch

November: Saturday 14th, Monday 15th & Thursday 18th

Xmas Runner

Club Session Times

Saturday & Monday Mornings: 10.00-12.00pm Afternoons: 1.30- 3.30pm

Thursday Evening: 6.30-8.30pm

Remember to book into the session of your choice each month.

Bernina Club Benefits

We have recently had many new members joining, so for your benefit we will outline what Bernina club can do for you.

Our club session times are listed above and we do ask that you ring and book in so that we can make sure the numbers are even for each session.

Bernina Club membership is only $55. You can join at any time and your membership is a full 12 months from that date. Membership entitles you to 10% discount off all accessories, threads, needles & haberdashery every day of the week.

On club day we have extra specials for you and 20% discount off items & accessories relevant to the project for that month. Each month we demonstrate a new technique or a project for you to try using lots of different sewing feet and accessories to stimulate your interest and help you get the most out of your sewing machine and overlocker. Meetings are friendly & informal and you will find yourself forming new and lasting friendships.

Welcome to Bernice a new staff member who joins our store with a wealth of sewing knowledge and experience.

Bus Trip Report

A great time was had by all, with lots of new fabrics to add to our stash.

2011 bus trip suggestions will be most appreciated. Some have thought more a quilt fabric theme as a possibility.

NEWS UPDATE

SA Brown Pty Ltd/ The Hat Studio are moving with the times and are putting their store

solely online: www.millinerysupplies.com.au email: hatbrown@tpg.com.au

Ph:1300 HATTER (from mid August) or 9413 4311

Stitches Soft Furnishings No Chintz 509 Willoughby Rd Willoughby 99580257. www.nochintz.com

Charity Craft Group run by Rhonda Panas( Bernina Club member). This wonderful craft group are going to have a craft stall at the Ryde RSL Club open day in September. They are making small craft items to sell, all money raised will go to the Jane McGrath foundation. Last year the group raised $800.00 for this worthy cause. If you would like to donate any small craft items e.g. pin cushions, needle cases etc. bring them into the store. As Bernina club members we would like to get as many of you involved, as we have donated many of our past projects for this worthwhile cause.