New Machines

The new line of bernette machines are out. They're designed by BERNINA, easy to use, and easy on the pocketbook. Great for new sewists, children, or anyone who needs a basic machine for everyday sewing. They also make great second machines to travel with.

The quality of a bernette is far better than that of a machine you might purchase at a "big box" store. They're backed by a five-year warranty and can be serviced by the certified technicians at Cortez Quilt Company.

The first machine shown above is the bernette 33. It includes 15 stitch patterns, sews at 860 stitches per minute, and comes with 5 presser feet. Price: $269.

The second image is the bernette 35. It has 23 stitch patterns, 7 presser feet, and also sews at 860 stitches per minute. Price: $339.

And finally, this is the bernette 44 Funlock serger. The color-coded threading path makes it easy to use. It offers 2, 3, and 4-thread overlock stitches, 3-7 mm wide cover stitches, and sews at 1,300 stitches per minute. Price: $599.

Save $1,000 on a BERNINA Q20!

Take advantage of this summer sale that runs June 29 through July 10. Take $1,000 off the beautiful and amazing BERNINA Q20 sit-down long arm machine when you purchase it along with a ruler work kit. If you've had your eye on this machine (you know who you are!) come in starting this Thursday to make your purchase and save.

This machine is delivered directly to your home and one of our certified technicians comes out to assemble the Koala table (included and available in several finishes) and set up the machine. Just think of the quilting you will do with the BERNINA Q20!

MODA Cake Mix Sewing Day
Friday, July 7, 2017
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Free with purchase of Cake Mix ($12.99) and EITHER a layer cake or background fabric

Join us for a fun sewing day that requires little brain power and results in quilt blocks that you can put together in a variety of ways. Choose from eight different recipes. You’ll need one layer cake (forty 10″ squares), 3 1/8 yards of background fabric, and thread for piecing. That’s as complicated as it gets!

Crochet 102
Friday, June 30, 2017
2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
$10

Take your crochet skills to the next level by learning a variety of new stitches in this two-hour class. You should know how to chain, single, and half-double crochet to attend. Bring yarn and the appropriate size crochet hook. Sue Maxwell will teach this class.

Cancun Boxy Lace Top
Saturday, July 8, 2017
10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Plus a follow-up session on Friday, July 21 from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
$29, includes pattern

Make this darling top while learning several new lace stitches. Recommended yarn is Tahki Cotton Classic Lite (in stock here) or other DK or sport weight yarn. You’ll need approximately 500 yards. Bring (or purchase here) size 7 or 8 needles, straight or circular. Students should know how to cast on, knit, and purl. Sue Maxwell will teach this class. Sign up today!

See the full yarn shop class schedule here.

BERNINA Club: Couching
Tuesday, July 11, 2017
1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Free, RSVP required

Couching, the process of adding a yarn or other embellishments to a fabric surface, is a great way to add texture, color and dimension to any project. Learn to create couched flat braid, raised twisted cords, corded hem-stitching, and free-motion couching. We’ll experiment with several different presser feet used with couching. A variety of yarn sizes paired with the appropriate foot can work wonders for just the right amount of embellishment. Please bring show and tell items for additional chances at the door prize. Bring a friend. Owners of all brands of machines are welcome. To register please call 970-565-7541 or email Cindy.