- Here is how free motion works.. http://t.co/ZKSX0XLj http://t.co/KOeh9RIp #
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2012-05-13
May 13th, 2012Jenny’s Sewing Studio is 30 years old!
May 6th, 2012
Jenny’s Sewing Studio openned the doors for business in March of 1982. My dad was the service department, my mom was the bookeeping department and I was the sales and education department. Since I had worked with Singer for 10 years in the marketing and education department, Singer was the first sewing machine brand we sold. About 5 years later we added Bernina, then Pfaff, then New Home/Janome. A few years later we offered Baby Lock. I now sell Singer, Juki and Brother sewing machines and sergers. Jenny’s Sewing Studio was also a quilt shop. We had many wonderful customers and they make the store a success.
In 2008 I closed the brick and mortar store. Jenny’s Sewing Studio has been on-line since 1995. We now have a web site at www.jennys-sewing-studio.com , a web store http://cart.jennys-sewing-studio.com/ , a blog http://blog.jennys-sewing-studio.com/ , a video and picture galleryhttp://videos.jennys-sewing-studio.com/main.php , Twitter and several facebook accounts. I also offer an 
additional web site at http://www.singer-sewing-md.com/ . As you can see Jenny’s Sewing Studio is very much on line. You can also find me at Hancock Fabrics in Salisbury,MD. I offer many classes including classes in how to sew, how to use your sewing machine or serger, how to quilt, and how to use your embroidery machine.
Stop by, take a class and visit with me. I am still going strong after 30 years of teaching and selling sewing!
Jenny
Singer Futura Embroidery Seminar coming at Jenny’s Sewing Studio
May 6th, 2012This August I will hold 2 embroidery seminars in Salisbury, MD at Hancock Fabrics. I hope you will join me as we explore the use of the embroidery machine. This seminar is designed to benefit the brand new user as well as those who want to brush up on their skills. Class is limited so enroll early. Call 410-677-3461 to enroll at Hancock.
Singer Futura Embroidery seminar will be held August 4th and 5th Saturday 10-5pm and continuing Sunday 12- 4pm. Singer has introduced quite a few Futura models and I will cover how to use them all including the CE150, 250, 350 or the XL400, 4-1 Futura Quartet or the XL600. The software for all the machines is basically the same except the multi-hooping. I will show multi-hooping appropriate for the model you have.
You will cover how all the basic embroidery functions like loading a design, centering, printing a the template for positioning, changing colors, use the design browser, copy and paste designs, use the embroidery anthology, change the screen color, load the hoops, use the grid, use the lettering 
engine, learn the draw package and more. I will also cover all the options. Learn to use the auto punch, cross stitch and photo stitch. Once you create a design we will edit it using editing option. Make lace, make a simple applique, and add texture to your design. If you own the options you can create along with me. If you do not, watch the demos. If you are interested in purchasing the options, order about 2 weeks before the class to make sure you get the option and have it loaded on your computer to use in class.
All materials but thread are included in the class fee. We will construct a purse project and embroider a multihoop design. We will also create and sew a monogram. When I finish the project I will post it here.
The Futura’s must be in working order and all software must be loaded in a laptop and ready to use. If you own an older Futura, all software updates must be applied before class. If you have a Futura CE100/200 you will need to upgrade the software before taking class. Jenny’s Sewing Studio has the upgrade for purchase.
I hope to see you in August! dates are August 4th and 5th. Class is $150.00
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2012-04-22
April 22nd, 2012- very nice video. (@YouTube http://t.co/CMNr2OwT) #
Make Machine Quilting fun and easy!
April 19th, 2012
Make sure you have the right sewing machine accessories to make the task of machine quilting easier. Jenny’s Sewing Studio has the accessories to fit most makes and models of machine.
The walking foot is a must have for most sewers. When you sew layers of fabric, the layers tend to shift. The walking foot adds feed to the top layer. I use the walking foot to sew the quilt binding to the quilt, to quilt the quilt and to sew the edges. Singer make a nice video to show you how to use the walking foot.
The 1/4″ foot provides a guide to keep an even 1/4″ seam. Most of the 1/4″ feet snap on for ease of use. I guarantee the 1/4″ foot will inprove your piecing efforts. Singer shows the 1/4″ foot as part of the presser foot video.
The free motion darning and embroidery foot makes free motion quilting and stippling much easier. The foot raises up as the presser bar raises and comes down to hold the fabric in place as the needle goes in and out to make a stitch. Watch the Singer video on free motion quilting technique.
Jenny’s Sewing Studio has all 3 quilting accessories on sale. Save getting equiped for you next quilting adventure. For more accessory demonstrations watch this additional video.
Take a quilting class with Jenny at Hancock fabrics in Salisbury, MD. I offer beginner classes like the Quick trip and the Log Cabin. For the more advanced student try the Radiant Star.
Jenny
Brother SE 400 embroidery and sewing combo
April 19th, 2012
The computerized SE-400 combination embroidery and sewing machine is designed to help you give your projects a customized, high-end look — all while being priced to fit your budget! Featuring 70 built-in embroidery designs, 67 built-in sewing stitches, 120 frame pattern combinations and 5 embroidery lettering fonts, the SE-400 is the perfect machine for all your sewing, embroidery, crafting and home décor projects. Computer connectivity allows you to enjoy future machine updates and easily import and digitize embroidery designs directly from your computer. Features like the automatic needle threading system and backlit touch screen LCD make working on the machine 
easy on your eyes, while the Quick-Set™ drop-in top bobbin, easy bobbin-winding system and built-in push-button thread cutter add a new level of convenience to your sewing and embroidery crafting. With an impressive assortment of included accessories, the SE-400 is truly an affordable, feature-rich choice for the budding fashion designer.
It is great to have a sewing machine and an embroidery machine in one. Let those creative juices flow with the Brother SE400 for only $429.99 . Watch this great video demonstration.
www.Futura-Support.com has been updated
April 19th, 2012
Attention all Singer Futura users, www.Futura-Support.com has been updated . Now it is easy to see the history of the Singer Futura and pick your model for any updates, instructional manuals, FAQ, or how to video’s. Singer has also added free embroidery projects .
Try out the apron, make-up roll up, pillow or placemat projects. Software lessons are included where needed. The XL400, FQ-4, Xl550 and SEQS6000 all do multiplehooping and the pillow project is a lovely inspiration to try.
It is nice to know where you can look for help when you need it!
While looking at the new Futura-support site make sure you check out the Singer celebration of 160 years and enter your story.
Jenny
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2012-04-15
April 15th, 2012- See Jenny's Sewing Studio's latest newsletter at this link…. http://t.co/4lDAJkyE #
