SEW N' SEW NEWS BRIEF

WINTER 2026 

Happy New Year 2026. We wish you all a very happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year.

Sew n Sew is your edutainment center and we are excited to host several new events and new teachers along with our current staff and familiar favorites.  Please join us for your sewing adventures.

RED TAG/ WINTER CLEARANCE SALE

Our best holiday pricing on all of our machines is still in effect through January.  Save even more by taking an additional 10% off the already low sale prices on floor model, trade-in machines, and sergers.  There is special “close-out” prices on discontinued models including the Brilliance 75, Epic 95, Topaz 50, Pfaff 720.  Prices too good to miss.  Quantities are limited, so take advantage while you can.

QUILT AND CARRY BACKPACK- MARCH 13-14

Create this one of a kind backpack with Viking Educator Jean Heally.  This is the perfect opportunity to experience all the incredible features on the Husqvarna Viking Epic 3.  Learn some great bag making skills and new techniques using a variety of accessory feet.  $120 includes project kits, use of Epic 3, and lunch. 9-4 both days. Appleton store

INTRODUCTION TO RULER QUILTING - APRIL 18

Kathy Clawson is a Westalee Design Accredited Teacher which is the highest level of educator offered by Sew Steady.  This affords you the opportunity to learn from a trained teacher who is able to help you with your ruler work journey.  Kathy has many classes on the Sew Steady University as well as offering Zoom and in-person classes.  Her introduction class includes learning how to use the Westalee Starter Set of templates, the ruler foot, proper machine set-up, marking equipment, and more.  Kathy’s 3 goals for her students are:  First, have fun.  Second, learn something.  Third, leave with confidence to be successful.  $60 includes light lunch

LET’S CELEBRATE! VFW PARTY WITH OESD - MAY 15-16

Back by popular demand. These VFW parties are so much fun and educational.  No experience necessary!  Even if you have never done machine embroidery you will have the ultimate learning experience.  Embroidery machines, project kits, and help from the experts will all be available for you.  Five different projects will be completed, with exclusive designs and all supplies included for only $99. Bring a friend and sign up ASAP to insure your spot.   9-4  call either store to register

Waupaca VFW Hall 137, 244 Industrial Drive

ROCKY MOUNTAIN BEAR CLAW - JUDY NIEMEYER WORKSHOP - JUNE 19-20

Rose Mary Huber Pauls comes to us from Sun Prairie.  Rose Mary has been teaching classes for dealerships and at the Madison Wisconsin Quilt Show for over 30 years.  Her expertise with Judy Niemeyer/ Quiltworx techniques will guarantee your success.  If you love the exquisite Quiltworx quilts but have been intimidated and overwhelmed by the bigger quilts this is the perfect project to learn the basics of Judy Niemeyer paper piecing.  This two-day workshop will introduce you to Quiltworx and open a whole new world for you.  $140

Appleton: Friday and Saturday, June 19^th 20^th 10-4

Save the dates: more info coming

July 24-25 Karen Charles

June 12, August 15 and September 11 more Westalee with Kathy Clawson

September 18-19 Accuquilt

November 11 Wendy Owens

CLASSES
 

BEGINNER SEWING FOR ADULTS

Learn garment construction, quilting techniques, embroidery machine skills, accessories, and bags. Choose your project from a pattern, book etc.(required) and receive the help you need to complete your project. This class is for beginners or experienced sewists alike. Choose the hours that work for you. $8 per hour. Teacher: Bonnie

Appleton: Fridays, between 10-4  January 9^th 23^rd  February 13^th 27^th March 6^th 27^th  April 10^th May 8^th 22^nd

Waupaca: Tuesdays, between 1-4  January 13^th 27^th February 17^th March 3^rd 17^th April 7^th 21^st May 5^th 19^th

GO! MERRY GO ROUND TABLE RUNNER

Round and round this classic block goes with just a touch of modern illusion.  As complex as it may look, this easy block is easy for any quilter to create with this die to do the hard work of cutting for you.  Designed to cut an entire two-color block in one pass through any Go cutter.  A great addition to your die collection.  $30  Teacher: Deb 10-4

Appleton: Saturday, January 3^rd

Waupaca: Saturday, January 10^th

JELLY ROLL SLICE RUG

All it takes is one jelly roll and one roll of Katahdin cotton batting to create this stunning and functional rug.  Choose from a wide variety of jelly rolls (2 ½”  strips) to make it your own color combination.  You could also use the Accuquilt strip cutter and scraps.  Fun and beginner friendly, and now even easier with the Clover 2 piece tube maker, no clips, no pins, just fold and stitch.  $30  Teacher: Bonnie 10-4

Appleton: Saturday, January 17^th 

RIBBON EMBROIDERY ATTACHMENT - EMBELLISHMENT JOURNAL COVER

Let’s take a journey and add different textures to your projects.  The optional Ribbon or Embellishment attachment for your Pfaff icon or Husqvarna Viking Epic will guide and stitch down ribbon in embroidery mode, adding a unique texture to your embroidery designs.  This project combines my favorite techniques, texture, decorative stitches, and bookmaking. $30  Teacher 10-4 Deb

Waupaca: Saturday, January 17^th

BEGINNER PAPER PIECE

Choose your favorite mini quilt from one of the many patterns or books we carry.  This is the perfect class for beginners who want to learn, master, and love the technique of paper piecing in a short time.  $15  Teacher: Deb 10-1

Appleton: Monday, January 19^th

Waupaca: Thursday, March 19^th

GO! MINI OVEN MITT

Look no further for a cute and clever project you can make and share with ease.  These little mitts are perfect for tucking into gift baskets for friends or useful in the kitchen for yourself.  Use Insul-Bright to keep those hands safe.  $15  Teacher: Deb 1-4

Waupaca, Friday, January 23^rd

EDGE-TO-EDGE EMBROIDERY QUILTING

Bring in a “ready to quilt” project (table runner, bench pillow backing, panel, baby, or lap quilt) and choose the best all-over quilting design from Amelie Scott Designs.  These designs come in three sizes and multiple formats so they will work for most embroiderers.  You will learn how and where to start quilting, consider your hoop options, including magnetic, and learn tips for re-hooping using design positioning for continuous quilting.  $30 Teacher: Deb 10-4

Waupaca: Saturday, January 24th

Appleton: Saturday, March 21^st

FAUX KNITTED SCARF

Using your embroidery machine-of course!  We will use the Yarn Couching Foot Set, yarn and water soluble stabilizer.  Learn to hoop several designs overlapping in the hoop to hold them all together.  Start with a scarf, then add as many additional designs to create a larger project. $30  Teacher: Deb 10-4

Waupaca: Thursday, January 29^th

Appleton: Monday, February 2^nd

BREAD CRUMBS

Breadcrumbs is a table set designed to showcase a favorite focus fabric or solid color. Large pieces make this a quick project.  Pattern includes two versions, one with a single focus fabric, the second with the focus fabric and a coordinating accent.  Four placemats each measure 12 ½” X 18 5/8”.  The runner, which makes use of focus fabric triangles left over from making the placemats, measures 15 ½” X 48 ½”.  Pattern features detailed piecing diagram and pressing suggestions.  $30  Teacher: Deb 10-4

Waupaca: Friday, January 30^th 

Appleton: Saturday, February 28^th

SERGER TABITHA TOTE

This trendy serger tote is created with sergers that have coverstitch and chainstitch. We will also be using 2-thread and 3-thread flatlock, 3-thread overlock wide and 3-thread rolled edge. You are welcome to try our new air jet sergers to try these techniques. Techniques include: pretty plaid, ladder stitch with woven ribbon, and one-step piping. $20 Teacher: Bonnie 10-2

Waupaca: Saturday, January 31^st

Appleton: Saturday, March 7^th

CLEAR BLUE TILES

Bring a project to quilt using your Kimberbell Clear Blue Tiles.  Come-on, don’t be afraid.  Open the box and find out how easy it is to place your embroideries exactly where you want them.  Learn all the tips and tricks to add fun to your quilting journey.  $30  Teacher: Deb 10-4

Appleton: Saturday, January 31^st

Waupaca: Saturday, February 7^th

ACCUQUILT PINEAPPLE TABLE TOPPER

This awesome table topper goes together so quickly. Save time, quilt more! You will be amazed at how precisely you can cut your pieces with the Accuquilt Pineapple die! Piecing is  so fast and easy you will have your topper done in a day! $30 Teacher: Deb 10-4

Waupaca: Friday, February 13^th

ACCUQUILT FEATHERED STAR

Basic sewing skills are all you need to make this impressive block that once was reserved for only the most experienced quilter.  There’s no tedious cutting or templates required to make this shining block with the innovative design of the Block on Board (BOB)die.  Easily cut a 3 color, 16” finished Feather Star Block.  $30 Teacher:  Deb 10-4

Appleton: Saturday, February 14^th

Waupaca: Saturday, April 4^th 

INTRODUCTION TO THE QUILT BINDER ATTACHMENT

Let’s get acquainted with the Quilt Binder Attachment. It is much easier than you may think.  Learn how to set it up and adjust the depth to create a simple woven coaster.  Build your confidence so you try binding a quilt!  $15  Teacher: Deb 10-1

Waupaca: Thursday, February 19^th

Appleton: Monday, May 4^th

CRAFTERS TOTE

An easy to follow sewing pattern to create your very own “ Crafters Tote“.  This tote bag is perfect for taking your latest craft project with you when out and about, while keeping everything organized and in its place!  With a handy tool caddy on the front to hold your tools and notions, the crafters tote is a great way to use those scraps or showcase your favorite fabric collection.  $30  Teacher: Bonnie  10-4

Appleton: Saturday, February 21^st 

Waupaca: Saturday, March 21^st

FORGET ME NOT, VIOLETS TABLE RUNNER

This embroidered table runner is perfect for anyone wanting a floral table.  Violets are the birth flower for February and Forget-me-nots express exactly what we hope for loved ones.  This pattern includes five different embroidery designs that combine to form the beautiful center bouquet.  Table runner assembly instruction, complimentary border and corner stone quilting included. $30 Teacher : Deb 10-4

Waupaca: Saturday, February 21st

Appleton: Saturday, April11^th

DUTCH BEAUTY QUILT

Dutch Beauty is a foundation pieced wall hanging made easy with EZPatterns.  EZPatterns include the foundation material that we will do the piecing directly on to.  The best part is no paper backing to remove! Blocks include Courthouse Steps,  Dutchman’s Puzzle, and New York Beauty.  Sashings and Border complete this 34X34 wall quilt.  Easy enough for a beginner.  Gorgeous enough for any décor. $30  Teacher: Bonnie 10-4

Waupaca: Saturday, February 28^th

Appleton: Saturday, April 4^th

CREATIVATE SOFTWARE (formally Sewnet)

Explore the learning opportunities that are available with Creativate.  From the ability to send designs via WI-FI to your WI-FI enabled embroidery machine, the design catalogue, quilting software, and projects that give you inspiration.  You can also use the Creativate software to send designs to and from your embroidery machine.  $30 or free if you purchased your Creativate software or embroidery machine from Sew n Sew.  Teacher: Deb10-12

Waupaca: Friday, March 27^th 

Appleton: Monday, April 6^th

MAYFAIR TABLE RUNNER AND PLACEMATS

Mayfair table accessories are from the book “Make It Home with Three Yard Quilts". Want smaller, easier projects verses a full quilt?  Then let’s create these fun beginner friendly table runner and placemats. Three yards will make a table runner and four placemats.  Showcase your favorite focus fabric with the large center squares.  Optional Edge-to Edge embroidery with give them that professional look.  $30 Teacher: Bonnie 10-4

Waupaca: Saturday, March 28^th

Appleton: Saturday, May 9^th

CUTWORK NEEDLE EMBROIDERY I PAD CASE

Explore how easy cutwork designs are when we use the Cutwork Needle Set to do all the work.  We will also use the Circular Attachment and Quilt Binder Attachment to complete your I Pad case.  $30  Teacher: Deb 10-4

Appleton: Saturday, March 28^th

Waupaca: Saturday, April 18^th

ACCUQUILTABLE SOFTWARE

Unlock the full potential of your Accuquilt GO! Qube Mix & Match System with AccuQuiltable - the only design software for Accuquilt users.  See your quilt come to life on screen before making the first cut!  Whether you want to keep track of the dies you own or you want to design quilts, test out color combinations, envision designs and create masterpieces, this is the software for you.  Get creative.  Get AccuQuiltable.  $15  Teacher: Deb 10-1

Appleton: Monday, March 30^th 

Waupaca: Thursday, April 30^th 

BEGINNER APPLIQUÉ

Choose a pattern to appliqué on a tea towel or your favorite mug mat, table topper, or table runner from our many patterns and books.  A great class for beginners of all ages to learn and master the basics of raw edge appliqué.  You can trace with pencil and cut with scissors or try an AccuQuilt die!  You will learn tips for adhesives, mirror image, and silhouettes.   $15  Teacher: Deb 10-1

Waupaca: Friday, April 10^th 

SERGER FRINGE PILLOW

Did you know you could make fringe on a serger?  Use the two thread wrapped stitch designed for stretch fabrics to create fancy fringe.  We will also experiment with cover stitch, rolled edge, and other serger techniques.  Come and try out one of our fabulous air thread sergers.  It is SO easy!  $30  Teacher: Bonnie 10-4

Waupaca: Saturday, April 11^th

FRENCH SEWING AND LACE SHAPING FOR BEGINNERS

This is a pre-requisite for all of the Martha Pullen Heirloom classes. Learn to join lace-to-lace, lace to entredeaux, entredeaux to fabric, and other French Sewing techniques.  Then learn to lace shape diamonds, hearts, scallops, and bows.  $35 includes fabric, laces, and notebook with copyrighted instructions.  Teacher: Bonnie

Appleton: Friday, April 17^th  10-1:30

LACE AND PINTUCK HEIRLOOM SHELL

Simple to construct and simple to wear this heirloom sleeveless shell is adorned with pin tucks, lace, and entredeux.  This wardrobe staple can go from office to evening to casual with the addition of a jacket, Cardigan, or shawl. Pre-requisite: French Sewing and Lace Shaping (4/17)   $30  Teacher: Bonnie 10-4 

Appleton: Saturday, May 2^nd   10-4

ACCUQUILT BEST FRIEND PILLOW

Cut time Quilt more with Accuquilt Qube system.  Take those Qube shapes out of the box and try this easy pillow top.  Come try this amazing cutting system and see how fast a project can be completed.  8” Qube and Companion Angles available to test drive.  $15 Teacher: Deb 10-1

Waupaca: Saturday, May 2^nd

Appleton: Saturday, May 23^rd

BRAIDED TWIST RUNNER

No quilting, no binding, no corners, just fun.  The Braided Twist is a little tricky but not as hard as it looks.  Choose two great fabrics and twist up a runner for your table.  $30 10-4 Teacher: Bonnie

Waupaca: Saturday, May 23^rd   

SOFTWARE / OWNER's CLASSES
 

CREATIVATE SOFTWARE

Creativate Embroidery Software contains our most powerful creative tools yet.  Easily create beautiful designs with step-by-step guidance and access to the most wizards in the industry.  Be inspired by Spiro Design, Word Sculpt, Photo Stitch, Film Strip, and more.  Available as a subscription or boxed.  Teacher: Deb

Appleton: Mondays 1-3 or 5:30-7:30

Waupaca: Thursdays 1-3 or 5:30-7:30

Emboss Tools in Modify: January 5^th and 8^th

Font Basics: February 9^th and 12^th

Word Sculpt: March 9^th and 12^th

Hold Down Shape in Frames: April 13^th and 9^th

Applique and Display Fonts: May11^th and 21^st

PERFECT EMBROIDERY PRO 

Teacher: Deb

Appleton: Mondays 10-12 January 5^th  February 9^th March 9^th April 13^th May 11^th

Waupaca: Thursdays 10-12:  January 8^th February 12^th March 12^th April 9^th May 21^st

HUSQVARNA VIKING TECHNIQUE WORKBOOK

These great owners classes enhance the value of your Husqvarna Viking Embroidery Machine. Receive printed directions for your workbook binder and a project using the technique.  $20 or Free with machine purchase from Sew n Sew   Teacher: Bonnie 10-?

#7 design appliqué and # 9 design shaping

Waupaca: Wednesday, January 28^th 

Appleton: Thursday, January 29^th

Building Blocks: Epic 2/3 laser stitches Epic 3 Guided pictograms

Waupaca: Wednesday, March 4^th

Appleton: Thursday, March 5^th

#10 programming # 11 design positioning

Waupaca: Wednesday,  April 22^nd 

Appleton: Thursday, April 23^rd 

EPIC 3 projection in sewing, quilting, embroidery and Hoop scanning

Waupaca: Wednesday, May 13^th

Appleton: Thursday, May 14^th 

PFAFF WORKBOOK TECHNIQUE OWNERS CLASS

Get to know your Pfaff Embroidery machine with these printed directions.  $20 or free with machine purchase from Sew n Sew. Teacher: Deb 10-? 

Embroidery Grand Dream Hoop

Appleton: Monday, January 12^th

Waupaca: Friday, January 16^th

Stitch Creator

Appleton: Monday, February 16^th

Waupaca: Friday, February 20^th

Maxi-stitches

Appleton: Monday, March 16^th

Waupaca: Friday, March 20^th

Exclusive Stitch techniques

Appleton: Monday, April 20^th

Waupaca: Friday, April 17^th

Embroidery Quilting in the Hoop

Waupaca: Friday, May 22^nd

BLOCK OF THE MONTH CLASSES

NEW - PEACEFUL GARDEN BY AMELIE SCOTT DESIGNS

This exclusive Block of The Month is a take on a Baltimore Album Quilt.  Each beautiful block features a monthly theme, with a total of twelve machine embroidery appliqué designs.  Piecing instructions and custom quilting designs are also included for a finishing your 52X68 quilt.  $25 per month.  Teacher: Deb 10-1 or 5-8

Appleton: Fourth Mondays starting January 26^th

Waupaca: Fourth Thursdays starting January 22^nd 

ACCUQUILT SAMPLER QUILT

Learn to use the GO! Mix and Match Block system with Eleanor Burns.  Eleanor Burns has directed her engineering skills to her new “ best friends”, the amazing GO! Cutters.  A “ Quilt in a Day” is now “Quilt in half the time”, with Smart Stacking and Smart Cutting, just to name a few new techniques.  Blocks are quick, precise, and fun to make.  Most take less than half an hour from cutting to sewing.  Complete two blocks per month on this 12 month sampler quilt.  $25 includes fabrics.  Teacher Deb 10-1

Waupaca: First Friday each month starting February 6^th

NEW - MIDNIGHT SPARKLE

A vibrant Lone Star is the focus of this medallion style quilt that showcases ten smaller blocks and a charming zig zag border.  Floral appliqué motifs surround the center star.  This ten month block of the month combines traditional piecing and appliqué.  Finished quilt is 98X98
$25 per month includes fabrics.  Teacher: Deb 10-1 or 5-8

Appleton: Third Monday starting March 16^th

Waupaca: First Thursday starting March 5^th

NEW - MODERN PRAIRIE PUMPKIN SAMPLER

Combine traditional quilt blocks like Flying Geese, Log Cabin, Bear Paw, and Half Square Triangles with adorable pumpkin appliqués.  This predominately orange quilt measures 58X74. Fun and beginner friendly.  $25 includes fabrics.  Teacher: Bonnie  10-1 or 5-8

Waupaca: Second Wednesday each month starting June 10^th

Appleton: Second Thurs each month starting June 11^th

SUMMER WHIMSY

Continues: Third Thursday in Appleton 1-4 and Third Wednesday in Waupaca 10-1

AUTUMN BREEZE

Continues: Second Tuesday 10-1

CLASS POLICY

In order to insure your place in class, payment must be made at time of registration.  Please register early so teachers and students can plan ahead.  Refunds will only be given if the teacher cancels the class due to low enrollment or emergency.  No exceptions.  Cancellations will be made two days prior to class.  Class fees are not transferable to other classes unless the class is cancelled.  Classes cancelled due to bad weather will be re-scheduled or refunded. Please pick up supply list and supplies prior to class.  Most classes require the purchase of a pattern or book; this is required per copyright laws.  You will receive a 10% discount on all supplies on the list.  

CLASSROOM MACHINES

Husqvarna Viking and Pfaff sergers, sewing, and embroidery machines are available for classroom use at NO CHARGE!  Please let us know if you want to use one, so we can get it ready for you.  This is a great way to test drive.

TRADE-UP POLICY

When you purchase a new or previously loved sewing machine or serger from Sew n Sew, you have a full year to upgrade that machine and receive 100% of your purchase price toward the MSRP price of a new machine.  Minimum of $300 to be considered an upgrade.

TRADE-UP SALE

As a result of our wonderful trade-up policy, we have an ever-changing assortment of previously loved machines at great low prices. We currently have: one Epic 2, two Epics, one Performance icon, two Creative 4.5, one Diamond deLuxe, one Expression 5.0, one Epic 95, one Epic 980, two amber Air 400.  Quantities available are changing daily so don’t hesitate if you are interested.  Previously loved machines also include owner’s classes and discounts.

MACHINE SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 

Prolong the life of your sewing machines and sergers with a recommended yearly tune-up.  We service Viking and Pfaff machines.  Tune-up includes cleaning, lubrication, timing and tension adjustments for $179.  If purchased from Sew n Sew $119.  Epics and icons $309.  If purchased from Sew n Sew $209.  Sergers $219.  If purchased from Sew n Sew $119.  Minimum bench fee to assess issues $50.  Any machines over 35 years old start at $299.

ROYALTY REWARDS - EXPIRED COUPON DAYS 

Keep those expired reward certificates!  We understand that not everyone can make it to the store in time to use all those fantastic reward certificates.  So any month with a fifth Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, or Saturday, we will honor those $ value rewards. Dates for 2026 are: January 29^th 30^th 31^st March 30^th 31^st April 29^th 30^th  May 29^th 30^th June 29^th 30^th

KIMBERBELL AFFILIATE LINK

Sew n Sew has become a Kimberbell Certified Shop and have joined their Affiliate Program.  You can shop local with us at Kimberbell for downloads including: Kimberbell Quilting, Kimberbell Jump Stitch and Kimberbell Vault.  Buy now, stitch now.  Just click on our email link.  

Let us know if you need the link emailed to you.

WEBSITE WITH CLASS PICTURES

Sewnsewwisconsin.com

EARN $$$$SEWING FOR OTHERS

We receive daily requests from folks wanting names embroidered on something, alterations, zipper repair, custom projects etc. etc. etc.  We will gladly post your business card or info on our referral board in each store if you are interested and looking for clients.

STORE HOURS

Monday - Friday 9-5

Saturday 10-4

Closed: Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day