From my earliest sewing days I had a fascination for thread. I was introduced at an early age to the world of decorative threads and began collecting and using as many different kinds as I could find. Carrying so many types of threads here at Heirloom Creations has been “thread heaven” for me.
Having lots of thread choices can raise some problems for our shoppers. Some people have a hard time making a decision from such a large assortment, or they get confused with too many options. But who would only want one or two types of thread to choose from?
Beginning May 1, 2008, heaven will become a little more heavenly! We will have even more choices! Bob (and Mother Superior, Bob’s wife) from Superior Threads are personally sending in more threads for us to use and have available at the special thread workshops and seminar. Space is filling up fast in the five, hands-on thread classes we have scheduled May 1-3 with Superior Thread’s educator Kathy Ward.
How would you like to sit with your own sewing machine and try over 15 different types of thread and a host of different sewing techniques? You can! There are five 3-hour “Open Thread Bar” sessions which begin with a one-hour discussion on the dynamics of specialty threads, working with machine tensions, and needle selection. The workshop provides students with instruction and hands-on experimentation with specialty threads, and provides the threads for you to use. This is a rare opportunity to try many different threads types, and have the guidance and assistance of a professional teacher. Fee: $30
If you can not join us for the hands-on workshops, there is also a lecture “Thread Facts & Fiction” on Thursday, May 1, 2008.This is the absolute best and easy-to-understand information-packed seminar you’ll ever attend. Learn to distinguish quality of all types of threads including regular and decorative. Know what to look for and learn what the labels really mean. We will help you solve and avoid problems sometimes encountered using specialty threads. Learn the pros and cons of all major thread types, thread characteristics, the importance of correct needle selection, and properly setting the tension for your sewing success. Learn how to use specialty threads successfully, regardless of the type of sewing machine you use. Fee: $10
So back to the original question, “How much do you know about thread?” Find out at any one of the seminars. Call 605-332-4435 today to reserve your space!
Session #1: Thursday, May 1 – 9 – 12pm
Session #2: Friday, May 2 – 9 – 12pm
Session #3: Friday, May 2 – 6:30 – 9:30pm
Session #4: Saturday May 3 – 9 – 12pm
Session #5: Saturday, May 3 – 1 – 4pm
Lecture: Thursday, May 1 – 7pm
