The Rae-Bon Review

A newsletter to further your enjoyment of quilting, sewing, and related hobbies.

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Inside this
issue:
Classes 2
Snippets from Sandy
Clubs 4
Spring is here! Exciting things are happening in the weather we still need quilting to keep us content
quilting world and here at the shop. It is time to and the staff at Rae-Bon is here to help you.
Youth get ready for SHOP HOP: April 25- May 1. Plan to Please welcome our newest employee, Kathy
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Sewing Club be at Rae-Bon on Saturday, April 30 from 1 - 4pm Rogers. She is new to the Fargo area and we are
Free Pattern 6 to hear Dave Anderson performing his fun and excited to have her at the shop.
entertaining quilting songs. Another exciting addition is the beautiful Koala
Quilt Frame 6
You may have noticed the price of fabric has gone cabinets we have on display.. Having a specifically
Upcoming up some this year. As the world deals with a designed piece of furniture for your machine
Brother 7 global cotton shortage, we will see the rise in all makes sewing even more enjoyable. Stop in and
Events cotton goods. I know that our love of quilting will see them and make your dream sewing room a
keep us going. As a quilt shop owner, I just want reality.
Tonga
7 you to know how much I appreciate and value my I am sure you have many quilt tops that you made
Rhapsody
customers and I will do my best to keep the prices over the winter months….schedule your time on
Shop Hop 8 as stable as possible. the Crown Jewel to get those quilted. If you
We are adding some fun new activities and clubs haven’t taken the instructional class on the
this spring. Tonga Rhapsody is a fabulous new Crown Jewel, now is the time! Once you
BOM in beautiful batiks. We will be having new complete the class you will be amazed at how fun
“A bed classes and exciting new projects for you to make and fast you can quilt your own quilts.
for yourself and for gifts. Even with the nice
without a

quilt is like a

sky without Sweet Pickin’s Club is Here!

Join us the first Thursday of the month starting you. The exclusive pattern will be a variety of
stars.”
in April. Each month we will email you “The items and techniques such as wall hangings, table
~Author Pickin’ News.” In this newsletter, you will find runners, and bags. We will kit up the projects to
recipes, sewing tips, and info on quilting tools & make it easy for you or you can pick your own
Unknown
gadgets. At our club meeting, you will get the fabrics. The classroom
exclusive pattern for the month and a mystery will be open 10 to 8
block (for a complete quilt at the end of the 8 on Pickin’ Thursday if
Interested in a class,
but the date doesn’t months), Every other you want to sew your
work for you? month, a challenge project project with us!
Get together a group of will be presented. The We’ll have the
friends and we’ll setup challenges will be simple newsletter recipe
a class just for you! and fun, but will stretch made for you to
your creativity. Bring your snack on! Cost of the club is $40
finished challenge back to April through December. Fee covers all patterns
the next meeting and we will have a reward for and newsletter. Kits are extra!
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Quilt Making Techniques

Beginning Quilting Binding Know How
We will start with the very beginning skills Binding a quilt is the final step in quilt
and techniques for quilting in this entry level construction. We will work with straight grain
class. The basics of rotary cutting, machine and continuous bias on samples to keep as
piecing and pressing will be taught while you references. $10 plus book
make your first quilt. . . A table runner or and supplies BYOM
wall quilt. $20 plus book, fabric & supplies
Class time -
BYOM
1 session of 2.5 hours
Class time - 3 sessions of 3 hours
Wed., June 1
Wed., May 4, 11, & 18:
1-3:30 or 5:30-8
1-4 or 5:30-8:30

Sewing and Crafting for Fun

Flowers for Emma Brandyvine Tote Bag Four Corner Apron
These little pillows are so much fun to Whether you are a quilter or not, a This quick to make apron is perfect
make! No buttonholes required . . . good sized tote bag can always be for the beginning sewer, but clever
Just slip the tabs off and on. The put to use. Simple piecing and enough to appeal to all. The apron has
pillow will have machine appliqué on beginner level appliqué make this an a coordinating neck straps, ties,
the front with button tabs along with easy weekend project. This tote can pocket, and trim. $10 plus pattern,
rick rack trim. 14” square. $10 plus be made with either precut jelly rolls fabric, & supplies, BYOM, kits available
pattern, fabric, & supplies, BYOM, kits strips or yardage. $15 plus pattern,
fabric, & supplies, BYOM, kits Class time -
available
1 session of 3
available
Class Time - hours
1 session of Class time - Tues., May 10:
3 hours 2 sessions of 3 hours 1-4 or 5:30-8:30
Wed., April 13: Wed., June 8 & 15: Tues., June 21: 1-4
1-4 or 5:30-8:30 1-4 or 5:30-8:30
Thurs., May 26:
1-4 or 5:30-8:30

Roomies Splashed! Cup, Cup, Cups!

Roomies will make you think of spring
featuring two chickadees perched
outside their house. This class will
show you how to use fusible web and
fabric to create a picture. We will also
show different, less expensive ways to
display your work. $10 plus pattern,
fabric, & supplies, BYOM, kits available
Class Time -
1 session of 3
hours
Mon., June 6:
1-4 or 5:30-
8:30
An appliqué of only two fabrics One glance at this paper foundation
creates the illusion of waves on a pieced wall hanging and it’s easy to
summer lake as they splash against the imagine the aroma of freshly brewed
shoreline. The class will show coffee. $10 plus pattern, fabric, &
appliqué and the arrangement of supplies, BYOM, kits available
blocks. A variety of quilting
applications will be discussed. $10 plus Class time - 1 session of 3 hours
pattern, fabric and supplies, BYOM, Thurs., April 8: 1-4 or 5:30-8:30
kits available
Class time 1
session of 3 hours
Wed., April 6:
1-4 or 5:30-8:30
Mon.., May 30:
1-4 or 5:30-8:30
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Lil’ Twister Table Runner Kanzashi Flowers Bow N Go Bag

A project that is fast, fun, and easy
but gives the appearance of being
very difficult. Using the lil twister
tool and 5” Charm Squares you can
make this 17” x 53” table runner.
We will also see projects made with
the larger Twister tool that uses 10”
Layer Cake squares. $10 plus book,
fabric, & supplies, BYOM, kits
available
Class Time -
1 session of 3 hours
Thurs., April. 14:
1-4 or 5:30-8:30
Kanzashi is a very old Japanese art of This bag looks of spring all wrapped
folding silk fabric into 3-D flowers. up with a big bow. Use it to tote your
The flowers can then be used to knitting, needle work, or any project.
decorate clothing, the home or as $10 plus pattern, fabric, & supplies,
clips in hair. Come to a class and BYOM, kits available
learn an art form that has been used
Class Time -
since the 1600’s. $15 plus book &
1 session of 4 hours
supplies, BYOM, fabric included
Mon., May 16: 1-5
Class Time - 1 session of 3 hours Thurs., June 23: 5-9
Thurs., May 12: 1-4 or 5:30-8:30

Midsummer Nights Bloom
Bed runners are returning to home
décor. They are functional, versatile,
decorative, and practical. Runners
can give warmth across your lap or
add a pop of color at the foot of
your bed. $15 plus book, fabric, &
supplies, BYOM, kits available
Class Time -
2 sessions of
3 hours
Tues., May 31 &
June 7:
1-4 or 5:30-8:30
Punch Needle Rug Hooking
Now you can learn to make your
own wool punched rug. This is a rug
made with wool yarn and a special
Oxford punch on monks cloth and
worked in a hoop. This will be a
great new class to add to your love
of all things hand-made. Cost is $10
plus book, fabric, hook and hoop.
Kits and supplies will be available
here at the shop.
Class Time -
1 session of 2 hours
Tues., May 24:
5:30-7:30
Crazy Patch Wall Clock
This quilted clock would be a great
addition to any sewing room. Pick
your favorite fabrics and piece
together using the decorative stitches
on your machine. Add canvas and
clock parts to make a functional and
eye catching clock. $10 plus fabric &
supplies, BYOM
Class Time -
2 session of
3 hours
Wed., June 22
& 29:
1-4 or 5:30-8:30

Class Policies
• Call or stop in to sign up and pay for the class of your choice. Class fee is due when you register. Phone
registrations (701-433-7203) accepted only with a charge card payment.
• The class supply list will be available when you register and pay for the class. Supplies are not included in the class
fee. Please have supplies purchased before class. Kits required are available at the store. BYOM means bring your
own machine. No photocopied patterns or books will be allowed in classes.
• We consider your enrollment to be a commitment by you to take the class and we in turn make a commitment
to the instructor. No cancellations are allowed on classes. Thank you for not asking us to make exceptions.
• Your sewing machine or serger must be in top working condition before you arrive at class. Students whose
equipment is not working properly disturb and slow down the class. We service all brands of machines and
sergers so come see us prior to the start of the class.
• If you get together a group of 2 or more friends, we would be happy to setup a class date and time just for you.
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Sewing Machine & Serger Classes

Serger Basics
If you have always been a little intimidated by your serger, now is the time to conquer the feeling. From setting
tensions to doing a perfect rolled hem, you’ll learn to enjoy your 2/3/4 thread serger. No charge for sergers
purchased at Rae-Bon, $50 for others. BYOM
Wednesday, May 25, 1-4 or 5:30-8:30

Explore Your Sewing Machine

Explore the features and stitches of your new machine. You will stitch samples of the utility stitches, buttonhole(s)
and basic sewing techniques. No charge for machines purchased at Rae-Bon, $50 for others. BYOM
Mechanical machines
Brother 3700 or PS21
Baby Lock BL16, BL18 or BL23
Monday, May 2: 1-3 or 5:30-7:30

Computerized machines
Brother NX 250-650, NX 800, QC1000, NX2000, NV950D, NV1250D, NV 1500D, NV2800D, NV4500D,
NV6000D
Baby Lock Choice series, Escape, Espire, Ellure, Esante, Ellageo, Ellagante, Ellisimo
Tuesday, April 5: 1-3 or 5:30-7:30
Saturday, May 21: 10-12
Tuesday, June 28: 1-3 or 5:30-7:30

Embroidery Basics
(for all machines that do hooped computerized embroidery)
This class will cover the basics of machine embroidery which includes machine functions, thread selection,
stabilizer selection and positioning designs. No charge for machines purchased at Rae-Bon, $150 for others. BYOM
Tuesday, April 19: 1-4
Tuesday, May 3: 1-4 or 5:30-8:30
Saturday, May 21: 1-4 Stop in to see our new Koala Cabinets
and what we can order for you to make
your dream sewing room a reality.

•Please call to pre-register for monthly clubs.•

Fun & Finish
Sewing enthusiasts join us for a fun day of sewing and camaraderie! Complete unfinished projects

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while visiting with fellow sewers. You get 15% off your purchases (regular priced merchandise) on
F & F day. Bring a dish to share.
3rd Friday of the month, 10-6 or 6-midnight

Hoop and Holler

Enjoy the companionship of fellow embroidery enthusiasts while stitching. Staff will be on hand to help
you with questions regarding your project and machine (on brands we sell). You get 15% off your
purchases (regular priced merchandise) on H & H day. Bring a dish to share and make new friends.
1st Friday of the month, 10-6 or 6-midnight
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Machine Embroidery Club

Join us for embroidery club for a special time of stitching and learning. This next quarter will
feature fun projects from “Dimensional Machine Embroidery,” perfect for the novice or
experienced machine embroiderer. Our projects are prepared in PES format. If your
machines uses a different format you must register for class at least 48 hours in advance.
$5.00 plus kit fee (varies by project), BYOM
3rd Thursday of the month
Classroom open between 10:00am and 6:00pm.

Serger Club
Join us each month to build upon your basic serger knowledge while completing a new,
exciting project each month. $5 plus kit fee (varies by project), BYOM
4th Monday of the month, 1-4 or 5:30-8:30
No Club on April 25th due to Shop Hop.

Clubs Calendar Quilt

Now that winter is over you may want to take a break from making large quilts and work
on some smaller quilts. A calendar quilt for each month is a perfect project. From the new
book “Count on it” by Art to Heart. There is a different themed quilt (measuring
approximately 11 1/2” x 11 1/2”) for each month and also includes a birthday themed quilt.
$5 plus kit fee (varies by project)
3rd Monday of the month, 1-4 or 5:30-8:30

Stitchin’ with Wool

Love the look of felted wool projects, but don’t know where to begin? Come sit and stitch
with us and learn the easy techniques by creating a different wool project each month.
$5 plus kit fee (varies by project)
3rd Tuesday of the month, 5:30-7:30

Embroidered Recipe Towel Club

Returning Club Members join us for embroidered recipe towels on the second Tuesday of
each month. Monthly kit fee is $5.00.
Tuesday, April 12, May 10, June 14
Classroom open between 10:00am and 6:00pm.

Goose Tracks
Learn the techniques used for the month’s blocks, pick up your kit, and stitch blocks with
friends (if you desire)
3rd Monday of the month, 10:00, 1:00, or 5:30

Sweet Pickin’s
At each month’s meeting you’ll receive an exclusive pattern and a challenge project. Bring in
your challenge project from the previous month and receive a special reward. See more
information on page 1. $40 for April through December club. Kits are extra and optional.
1st Thursday of the month,
Classroom open between 10:00am and 8:00pm
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Youth Sewing Club

Do you know someone who wants to learn to sew or quilt?
The first Saturday of each month, we will host youth sewing club for kids eight and up who are interested in
learning to sew or expanding skills they already have. Students may select from various projects: pillowcase, wall
hanging, pajama pants or a tote bag. There will be kits containing fun kid friendly fabric to select from for each
project.
Students need to provide their own sewing machine or they may rent to own one of ours.
April 2nd, May 7th, and June 4th: 1:00-4:00
$10 a session or 3 sessions for $25
Moms (or Dads) are welcome to assist, but not required

Kid’s Sewing Ca Free Pattern

mp “Colors of Spring” will help you leap into springtime.
June 27-July 1 (1-
4 pm) Stop in to Rae-Bon Sewing Center today to pick up
Make a different pr
oject each day! your free pattern! This bright colored quilt is a
$100 (includes proj
ect kits) must see in person or on our facebook page – the
You provide sewing
machine and spring colors really make this quilt! Kits are also
basic sewing supplie
s.

Sign up to
Rent the Crown Jewel emails fro receive
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The Crown Jewel Quilt Frame is now set up and available for on.com
you to rent. Before your first rental appointment, you will be
required to attend a class on the setup and use of the Crown
Jewel. Introduction to Quilting with the Crown Jewel will be
offered on the following dates:
• Tuesday, April 12: 1-3 or 6-8
• Saturday, April 23: 1-3
• Monday, May 9: 1-3 or 6-8
• Thursday, May 19: 1-3 or 6-8
• Wednesday, June 8: 1-3 or 6-8
The class costs $50 and includes a set of zippers needed to
attach your quilt to the frame. Rental of the frame is $15/hour
(minimum three hours). Stop in to Rae-Bon to sign up for the
class and rent your time slot!
The Crown Jewel
is available to
rent outside of
store hours!
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Join us in welcoming Brother Educator Barbara Jones

PR-1000
“Extreme Embroidery to the Power of 10”
Would you like to be able to embroider on
wine bags, UGG boots, caps, or luggage?
Barbara Jones, Brother Educator, will bring many great
samples of these projects and more. See how to take
embroidering to the next level and become an extreme
hobbyist! Special pricing available on the PR-1000 for
those that attend the event!
9:30 - Noon
BES Lettering
BES Lettering is one of the most innovative, user-friendly
embroidery lettering and monogramming software programs
on the market. It has functionality for all skill levels, offering
virtually unlimited lettering potential, customization and
creativity in an easy-to-use format.
Come to this special event to see the software in action.
All attendees take home an embroidery design built
during the event. Special pricing is available on BES
Lettering for those that attend the event!

1:00 - 3:30

Wednesday, April 20th

Space is limited, call today to reserve your spot.

Added Bonus: Attend Both Events

and We’ll Provide you with Lunch!

See color photos of

many of the projects
featured in the
newsletter. We’d also
love to see what you're
Tonga Rhapsody working on!

Block of the Month

Dark and sophisticated, this block of the month from Wing and a
Prayer Design capitalizes on the richness of our Tonga Batiks to
create a timeless queen-size quilt. Come in anytime in April and
checkout our new Block of the Month. This beautiful quilt is so
rich in color, your not going to want to miss out on this one. This
will be a keepsake you will treasure for many years to come.
12 months…..$19.99 a month includes top, border, binding, and
pattern.
Dated material - for
immediate delivery

April 25 - May 1
Visit all 8 shops for a chance to
Mon-Fri: 9AM - 6PM
Mon-
Rae-
Rae-Bon open till 8 on Mon. win one of our grand prizes:
Sat: 9AM - 6PM Rowenta Pressure Iron & Steamer
Sun: Noon - 4PM (MSRP: $225.00)
Join us Saturday from
$25 Gift Certificate 1-4 to listen to Quilt
(four winners from each store!) Song Composer Dave
Anderson sing live!

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