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Embroidery mania
Customise your clothes & really
make your mark
Ultimate accessories
Make this beautiful bag and
wrap in time for christmas
Top tips for PE-Design users
Product update
Get the low down on the
new Super Galaxie 3000
Have you stood on yours...?
Readers letters &
News Network
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Talking of inspiration, turn to page 7 for the real-life story
of Sister Marie Clune, her work provides an impressive display of both dedication
and creativity.
And pat yourselves on the back all those who took the time and trouble to complete
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important information for future product development; a list of the fifty lucky winners
is featured on page 8.
You’ll find reference sheets featuring all of our Embroidery Threads and our
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E V E N T S
Our Practical Projects this issue offer you the chance
to really make your mark! We have two very different
projects for you to tackle from high fashion to high
society, with Anne Crawford providing both the
inspiration and technical advice.
2000
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F U T U R E
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The nights may be drawing in again but what better time
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spend those long Autumn evenings embroiled in the latest issue of SEW WHAT?
2001
February dates
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2001
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T E A MTALK
Mike Terry
Mike was born in Audenshaw, just a stones throw from from the original
Jones Sewing Machine building.
After leaving school, he started his apprenticeship with Brother,
attending Technical College to study electronic engineering.
Working first with sewing machines and then knitting machines, Mike was
made team leader when both departments were merged.
In February this year, after 20 years in the service department he
joined the sales team as a Technical Support Representative.
Mike’s responsibilities are varied and include exhibitions, telephone and
e-mail queries plus training courses for end users and schools.
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Mike’s technical background, combined with extensive computer
knowledge, establishes him as an industry expert on all aspects of home
embroidery and PC based design packages. PE-Design Software is his
specialist field (turn to page 6 for a low-down on Frequently Asked Questions)
and it is Mike’s dedication to the rapidly expanding IT side of our business
which makes him an invaluable member of the Brother Team.
For ticket information contact the show
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CREATIVE EXHIBITIONS
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RECOMMEND A FRIEND
BROTHER ENTERS A NEW DIMENSION
WHAT’SNEW?
If you need some inspiration to help you get
started checkout the 71 built-in embroidery
designs. You could use one of the 11
monogramming fonts to brighten up a baby’s
outfit, or the floral designs to decorate your table
linen....the possibilities are endless.
Other new additions to the software include
large embroidery hoop compatibility, increased
memory card capacity to allow more designs to
be stored, an on-screen ‘Wizard’ to guide you
through each step of the scan and design
process, ‘Realistic Preview’ modes, and ‘File
and Font’ conversion.
PE-Design
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stockist for details. A full review of this
exciting new software will appear in the next
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THE PRESS
Embroidering is effortless on the Super Galaxie
3000. With one of the largest embroidery hoops
on the market (160mm x 260mm), you can create
motifs large enough to fit the back of a jacket. And
with a super fast embroidery speed of 800 stitches per minutes, you’ll be producing your design
projects quickly and accurately.
You can use this sophisticated software to keep
your friends and family in stitches, literally, with
the brand new ‘Photo Stitch Function’. This nifty
feature allows you to scan in your favourite
snaps and convert them into stitch data to
embroider onto fabric. You could use a holiday
photo to create an unusual memento,
personalise a pet’s blanket, or create your own
unique Christmas cards with pictures of the
family....let your imagination run riot!
• HOT OFF THE PRESS •
Memory Card 57
now available (for the
Super Galaxie 3000 only)
containing extra large
Christmas designs
HOT OFF
u p d a t e
With over 1,200 built-in patterns, stitches and
letterings, the Super Galaxie 3000 has the right
choice for every sewing need. And with the
custom stitch designer function, you can even
create and save your own stitch patterns to add a
unique touch to any project.The large sewing bed
is perfect for producing quilts or curtains. And
because the machine has been ergonomically
designed, you won’t strain your neck turning to
look at the screen, and can enjoy sewing
comfortably and easily.
MEMORYCARDSCard No. 56 Oriental
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Designed exclusively for use with the new
Super Galaxie 3000, PE-Design Version 4.0
offers an extended range of features
allowing you to digitise your designs on a
PC.
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market - allows you to see your exact design
before you begin stitching - so you can make any
final alterations without spoiling your work.
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THE PRESS
Ideal for both the novice and the
experienced sewer, the high-tech Super Galaxie
3000 has an array of new features designed to
enable you to create intricately detailed designs at
the touch of a button.
Other user-friendly features on the new Super
Galaxie 3000 include:
• Built-in ‘how-to’ videos and graphics
illustrating machine operation and garment
construction.
• Fast 800 rpm sewing speed
so you can create your designs
quicker than ever before.
• A hands-free knee lift, allowing
you to raise the presser foot
without having to take your
hands off your project ideal for quilting.
• An independent bobbin winder
- you can wind the bobbin
whilst continuing to sew.
• A new one-step needle
threader - the easiest
automatic threader on the
market.
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D E T A C H
PRODUCTLAUNCH
project
MAKE YOUR MARKWITH B
Brother’s latest advertising
campaign is due to hit this
Autumn and incorporates a
fresh, new look. With
strong emphasis on
individuality and
oozing vitality this
new series of ads
is set to boost the
world of
embroidery and
appeal to a
younger
audience.
All of the
embroidery
featured within
this new
campaign has been produced
here at Brother UK on our Super
Galaxie Machines and we
thought it would be fun to spill
the beans, and provide a sneak
preview so that you can make
the customised jeans featured in
our campaign.
ints
For that personal
touch select
patterns that are
typically you when
embroidering.
If you collect teddy
bears for example,
choose designs
from memory card
no. 52 or if cats are
your thing memory
cards no. 16 and 35
are just full of
felines. Better still, if
you have access to
PE-Design software
you can create a
custom design
yourself and really
make your mark!
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Embroidery provides a costeffective way to revamp your
wardrobe. Those trendy cropped
jeans you bought in the Summer
can be given a whole new lease
of life ready for Autumn, and
because custom embroidery is
as individual as you are designs and colours can be
used to project your personality
making a lasting impression.
Anne Crawford provided the
inspiration for these high fashion
trousers, they are fun, funky and
we all want a pair! And they
really are very easy to make,
Anne has outlined the procedure
step-by-step for our practical
project this issue but the final
look is really down to you.
Materials Needed:
• Pair of Cropped Jeans
• Selection of Brother Satin Threads - Gloss Finish (X80928100)
• Brother Bobbin Thread (XA8375001)
• Iron-on Cotton Interfacing (X81175001)
• Satin Material
• Contrasting Satin Ribbon (10mm x length)
• Memory Cards No.s 44 & 45
Customising Your Jeans
1. Un-pick the hem and inside seams
of the jeans.
2. Apply Iron-on cotton interfacing to
the reverse of all areas up the jean
legs to be embroidered.
3. One leg at a time, carefully frame
up so that the outside seam is in
the centre of the hoop.
4.Embroider each leg using a
mixture of patterns and colours.
5. Repeat the pattern by moving the
hoop, using the grid to match up
the design.
6. Carefully trim back all surplus
interfacing and put to one-side for
later.
7. Cut length of satin fabric approx.
30mm larger than un-picked
jeans width
8. Apply iron-on interfacing to the
reverse of the fabric and embroider
using a mix of designs and colours
to create a psychedelic effect.
N.B. Leave a gap of approx. 50mm
from bottom edge of fabric and
30mm at top edge when
embroidering to allow room to
attach satin ribbon and add fringing
later.
BROTHER
BAG WRAP SET
With the festive season fast
approaching, why not add a
touch of glamour to your
outfits with this attractive
sheer wrap and bag set.
ints
• You have plenty of fabric so try
a sample of your
design first.
WRAP
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Materials Needed:
Sheer fabric 200 x 60cm in width.
Four tassels (optional)
Beads (optional)
Your choice of Brother SatinThread
Bobbin Thread to match
1. Cut fabric in half lengthways - leaving
two pieces of fabric 2m x 60cm. Put
one aside foryour matching bag.
Memory Cards 44 &
45 were used to
create this psychedelic
look, nowadays more
commonly referred to
as ‘BOHO’ - a modern
interpretation of original
hippy styling. Floral and
paisley patterns work
well with vibrant colours
creating a high-fashion
feel to these cropped
denim jeans.
Be adventurous with your
colour choice - don’t stick
to the book, using a mix of
colours within one pattern
changes the look
considerably and enhances
the end result!
9. Attach satin ribbon by sewing in
place above and below
embroidery.
10.Trim fabric back leaving approx.
25mm below ribbon at bottom
edge and 10mm above at top
edge.
11.Remove all surplus interfacing.
12.Carefully fray satin fabric up to
ribbon strips to form a fringe top
and bottom.
13.Sew embroidered material strip
to bottom of both legs of the
jeans.
14.Re-sew inside seams.
15.Turn out and press on a cool
iron setting.
2. Embroider your chosen design,
ensuring you fill your bobbin with
the same colour as your top thread.
3. Trim back fabric to desired width and
neaten the edges of the wrap by narrow
hemming twice or by using a rolled-up
hem edge.
4. Press on a cool setting before applying
beads or tassels of your choice.
BAG
Materials Needed:
Remaining Sheer Material
50cm Lining Fabric
50cm Lightweight Wadding
Stitch & Tear Interfacing
10cm Velcro (male & female)
Two Tassels (optional)
Beads (optional)
All seams are 1cm
1. Cut two rectangles of sheer fabric,
wadding and interfacing 30 x 40cm
to form the main body of the bag.
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2. Take one of the rectangles of fabric
and layer together with interfacing and
wadding, ensuring sheer fabric is
uppermost, place into the embroidery
hoop. Embroider your chosen design.
3. Remove embroidered panel from hoop,
and carefully trim back interfacing as
closely as possible to the embroidery.
Repeat steps 2-3 if embroidering
reverse of bag.
4. Place panels right sides together and
sew-up three sides, leaving top edge
open.Turn out and put to one side.
5. Cut two 25 x 7cm lengths of fabric and
lining for handles. Place the lining
material on top of the sheer fabric and
treat as one. Fold both outside edges
into the centre along the full length of
material, creating a strip measuring
25 x 3.5cm, press on a cool iron setting.
Fold strip in half so that the outside
edges meet and sew carefully along the
entire length, creating a narrow hem to
close. Continue to sew a narrow hem
along the length of the folded edge to
finish, press on a cool setting. Repeat
for the second handle.
6. Retrieve the main body of your bag and,
ensuring the right sides are outermost,
take the top open edge and fold over
4cm of material towards the inside of
the bag and press on a cool setting;
unfold the fabric.
This newly pressed crease-line
indicates the finished top edge,
helping to position your Velcro
strips and handles.
7. Cut the Velcro strips to desired
size and carefully attach above
the crease-line. Ensure that you
are working with the right side of
the sheer fabric outermost.
8. To attach the handles, take the
pre-sewn strips and using the
crease-line as a guide position
each end of each strip approx.
2cm above the crease-line on
either side of your Velcro tab.
Turn over the open end of each
strip to finish neatly and sew in
place using two rows of
stitching to secure firmly.
9.To create the lining cut two
rectangles of lining material
20 x 18cm. With right sides
together sew up three sides
(left, righ t& bottom) leaving a
gap of approx. 8cm in the centre
of the bottom seam.
• Do not choose a
dense design,
lace types will
work best
(card 29 or 44)
or select a design
with a definite
outline.
• Use the help
facility to fast
forward and only
sew off the
outline.
• The design
shown is from
card 43, only the
sixth and seventh
part of the design
has been
embroidered.
• Reduce the
tension by one or
two notches - this
will help prevent
puckering on the
sheer fabric.
10. Place the main body of bag
inside the lining bag you have
just made, ensuring that the
right sides of the outer bag and
right sides of the lining bag are
together.
11. Sew along the top edge of both
the lining and outer bag to stitch
these two elements together.
12. Carefully pull the outer bag
through the gap left in the
bottom edge of the lining (step
9)- the lining fabric and the
outer bag will turn out right
facing, with all seams
concealed. To finish the lining,
pull out and fold in the raw
edges left around the gap at the
base and sew .
13. To finish, gently push the lining
back inside the bag and tostitch
around the top edge of the bagto
secure the handles and ensure
a neat edge.
14. Finally, add beads and tassels.
Both projects designed
and produced by
Anne Crawford.
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tutorial
EXPERTADVICE
PE-Design-Your questions answered...
In the hands of an experienced user PE-DESIGN opens up endless
possibilities, making even the most complex of designs achieveable - and
you don’t need to be a computer wizard to master it. However,
you do need to know what you are doing in order to get the best from this
nifty little package and so we asked our in-house technical guru, Mike Terry,
to give us some pointers. Mike has outlined a selection of ‘Frequently Asked Questions’ below to
help you when using this software.
GENERAL
FILE UTILITY
LAYOUT & EDITING
Do I need a PE-Scan to use
PE-DESIGN?
Can I accidentally erase my Brother
Embroidery Cards when I load them
into the computer?
Why can’t I import some embroidery
files correctly?
PE-SCAN is not necessary. Use the
scanner already connected to your
computer to scan images and utilise that
data - it will be a BMP (bitmap) file. When
using a scanner, select a setting between
100-200dpi, and a colour setting of at least
16 colours.
Should the original image be in
colour or does it need to be black
and white?
Either way, but we recommend black and
white. If using a colour image, we
recommend 16 colours or less.
What Brother
machines are
compatible with the PE-DESIGN?
The file may have been saved or created with an
incompatible file conversion program. These
types of files can not be imported correctly.
What is the maximum number of
stitches that can be entered on an
original card?
Why can’t I use certain editing
functions with a pattern taken from an
original card?
Stitch data is compressed to fit on the card, with
the amount of stitches dependent on the
compression. On average, approx. 50,000 55,000 stitches can fit on one card. However, the
number of stitches in a pattern can vary
depending on the type of machine.
Some editing functions will not work with data
taken from an original card; for example,
changing the size, mirror images, or the ‘Stitch
to Block’ editing function. If you want to edit
these patterns, you should edit the original data.
INSTALLATION
All models in the Personal Embroidery
System range both past and present.
Why am I getting download errors or
problems with the 2.5 version
upgrade?
Does my computer need to be
located near my embroidery
machine?
Ensure that version 2.0x is not running at the
time of upgrade. If so, shut down all instances of
PE-DESIGN and re-install the software. You
need version 2.0 or 2.01 in order to upgrade to
version 2.5.
No, the PE-DESIGN card reader/writer box
is attached to your computer. The designs
are downloaded to an original memory
(flash) card. The card containing the design
is then removed from the reader/writer box
and inserted into your embroidery machine.
Tell me about third party products
that can be used with the
PE-DESIGN.
There are many third party products
designed for use with the PE-DESIGN.
However, Brother does not endorse their
use and cannot offer service on any systems using these third party products.
Using third party products may also invalidate the warranty.
DESIGN CENTRE
When assigning colours, how do I
stop them bleeding from one area
into another?
Use the Point Edit Mode to check the lines of
the design. Even though the line may look
smooth, the points may need to be adjusted to
‘close’ the region. If you have imported the
design from a paint program and you have
‘cleaned up’ the pixels, you still need to check
the points using the Point Edit Mode.
What is a BMP file?
A BMP file or bitmap file is a graphic file that
portrays images at a fixed resolution. This is
the only image format compatible with
Design Centre and Layout & Editing.
Why can’t I select the 110 mm x
110 mm Design Page Size?
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No, these cards are ‘Read Only’ and cannot be
erased.
PE-Series embroidery machines have
embroidery frames with an area of 110 mm x
110 mm, but the maximum pattern size stored
in the card is 100 mm X 100 mm. You can
select the 100mm x 100mm ‘Design Page
Size’ with the PE-DESIGN.
Why doesn’t PE-DESIGN recognise my
built-in fonts?
Un-install and re-install PE-D ESIGN using
Brother’ default path settings. A program
installed after PE-DESIGN has interfered with
the fonts.
What benefits do I get upgrading to
PE-DESIGN Version 3.0 from
version 2 & 2.5 ?
Lots...here’s a brief summary:
GENERAL
• Fill, satin & programmable fill stitches.
• Editing capability in extra large design
page property area
• Realistic preview function
• Function for scaling and rotating patterns
numerically
• Function for moving patterns and points using
the arrow keys
LAYOUT & EDITING
• True Type font conversion to embroidery data
• Vertical text arrangement
• Object Alignment
• Object Selection using Tab key
Why can’t I select small letters when I
select my own characters using built-in
fonts?
The contents of the built-in fonts (capital letters,
small letters, symbols, numbers, European
characters) vary between fonts. Click the ‘Font
Selector’ button on the ‘Sewing Attributes Bar’ to
check the options available for each font.
After I have written my design from the
computer to the original card and
placed it into the embroidery machine,
can I resize my design?
Resizing can be done on ‘pre-programmed
cards’ and designs that are built into the
SG2100. Resizing for the designs you have from
PE-DESIGN must be done on the computer
using the ‘Stitch to Block’ feature. You can not
change the size of a pattern with the sewing
machine’s editing functions. Use PE-DESIGN to
change the size of the pattern, then save the
pattern on the original card.
Is the stitch count recalculated in the
program when a design is changed
from its original size?
Yes, designs will be recalculated according to
the size that has been increased. When you
import a design, select ‘Stitch to Block’ and then
resize.
I’ve written the pattern onto the original
card and selected it on the sewing
machine, but I can’t change the sewing
position.
‘Design Page Area’ is selected in the ‘Select
Sewing Area’ dialogue box. If you want to
change the sewing area with the sewing
machine’s editing functions, change the ‘Select
Sewing Area’ setting to ‘Use Existing Design
Area.’
• File Export - for files in other formats
• Undo & redo buttons added to the toolbar
• Realistic Print Function
DESIGN CENTRE
• Drawing Function - create horizontal & vertical
Why are the results incorrect when I
print the pattern?
You may have an old version of the printer
driver. Install the newest version of the printer
driver and try printing again.
lines using pen & line tools
PROGRAMMABLE STITCH CREATOR
• Editing functions (cut, copy mirror etc.)
NEXT ISSUE:
We’ve got more answers to more technical
questions.
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i n s p i r a t i o n
If you are looking for
inspiration to get you stared
on that special project you’ve been
planning - read on...
Sister Marie Clune, of the Liverpool Congregation
of the Sacred Heart of Mary, has dedicated over
100 hours of her time embroidering this
beautiful and finely- detailed banner.
The theme of the banner is ‘All May Have Life’
and the embroidered patterns include the
flags of each of the countries in which the
congregation is represented. The centrepiece
of the banner is an ornate cross - the design
of which dates back to 18th century Europe
along with the symbol of the Sacred Heart.
Sister Marie says of her
Sister Marie Clune sits
achievement, “I thoroughly enjoyed
proudly alongside her banner
to mark the 150th anniversary
making the banner with my Brother sewing
of the congregation.
machine it is
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a joy to use.
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and the result is a beautiful piece of
easy-to-follow
work that will last for many years to come.
instructions,
it allowed
Send a photograph of your nominee and
me to replicate
their work, along with a few lines describing the
difficult designs
project undertaken toonto a computer
screen with no
A vestment intricately embroidered using
SEW WHAT?
the Galaxie 2000 & PE Design
trouble at all”.
by Sister Marie Clune.
startalents
The banner, which measures nearly 2 metres
long and 1 metre wide was made by Sister Marie
to mark the 150th anniversary of the
Congregation and is decorated with designs
created on the Brother PE Design.
Brother UK Ltd
Audenshaw
Manchester
M34 5JD
Please send a stamped addressed envelope to
guarantee the return of your photographs, Brother
cannot be responsible for return delivery.
7
SOAPBOX
BROTHER
You’ll notice a new feature within SoapBox this issue - ‘News Network’. Developed to keep you
posted on events worldwide by using the Brother global network as carrier pigeon, we intend to scour
the internet and electronic notice boards between issues and glean information that you may find
interesting, for inclusion in SEW WHAT?Don’t forget that SoapBox is very much a two way thing and
relies heavily on your letters to remain both interesting and informative. If you have a problem or a
gripe, want to let off steam or lavish praise on the SEW WHAT?Team (flattery will get you everywhere:
Editor) drop us a line.
Talking of gripes Mrs M. Antill was certainly perturbed last issue when she could not get hold of one of
our memory cards. She wrote in to tell us of her plight and gave us a great idea to boot which earned
her our ‘Star Letter’ award and a box set of matte-finish ‘Country Yarn Threads’ - well done!
NURSERY RHYMES
AND FAIRY TALES For some time now
I have really been wanting
a copy of your number 24
disk ‘Nursery Rhymes’, to use
on my Brother Super
Galaxie 2000. My local
supplier says that you
have stopped doing
this one. I was going to
write to you at the time of your last SEW
WHAT? magazine, to ask why you could offer
two lucky winners the chance to win one of these,
when we can no longer buy them. Is my supplier
correct that you have stopped making them?
I have filled in your survey and returned it suggesting
that you have a column where people can offer
discontinued disks which they no longer want, and
people like me could actually buy them?
Mrs M. Antill - Addlestone, Surrey.
Editor: Firstly, may I reassure all our readers, that Extra Stitch
Memory Card No. 24 is in fact still very much available, with no
plans for it to be discontinued.Due to high demand, however, this
card has been temporarily out of stock, which may account for
the confusion.
We like your idea of some kind of Brother ‘Swap Shop’with older
or discontinued Memory Cards and are currently investigating
the feasibility of introducing Discount Schemes or Trade-In
Policies for Embroidery Club Members. In the meantime, if anyone has any other suggests that might benefit Embroidery Club
Members, let us know.
FLATTERY GETS YOU EVERYWHERE
It seems to me that the Brother SEW WHAT? team
are very much on the ball as far as Customer Care
Service is concerned.No sooner is a suggestion made
than it is carried out, e.g. punch holes for filing the SEW
WHAT? magazines and staff profiling.
I am fairly new to the world of machine embroidery,
having recently purchased my PE300s, and I have to
say that family and friends are stunned by the excellent
quality of embroidery it produces, especially the
Christmas memory card designs - superb!
I have tremendous fun using my machine and I have to
agree with a previous writer to SEW WHAT? there just
aren’t enough hours in the day to spend sewing.
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STEVE FOTHERGILL
General Manager
Domestic Products Division
steve.fothergill@brother-uk.com
MARGARET WORRALL
General Information
0161-931 2343
SAM KELLY
Course Information
0161-931 2363
Mike Terry
Technical Information
0161-931 2264
Spares
Accessory Information
0161-931 2258
I eagerly await each new edition of SEW WHAT? and
read it from cover to cover. I am looking forward to the
day when it will be dropping on my door mat monthly,
which I am sure will be happening in the not too distant
future.
Mrs S. Campbell - Westerham, Kent
Editor: SEW WHAT? has been well received and the whole
team are delighted by the positive response. With compliments
flooding in our team have been eager to find ways of increasing
the flow of information and already this issue you will have
noticed reference sheets accompanying the main publication.
Plans are also afoot to develop additional update sheets,
between issues and after that?- well you’ll just have to wait and
see!
NEWSNETWORK
World Quilt Carnival
Following our quilting project in issue three, we’ve got our hands on a release hot off the Press
from Japan.
This official announcement made by Mr Matsubara, Mayor of Nagoya City, on 4th September 2000
signals the public launch of ‘The World Quilt Carnival Nagoya 2002’.
Says Mr Matsubara, “Quilting is an activity with deep roots in Western culture, and is
attracting an increasing number of fans in Japan.”
The three day event is intended to promote international communications, with works from quilting
associations in North America, Europe and Australia being exhibited, whilst providing a networking
forum for quilters around the globe and introducing this region, its people and its culture, to the rest of
the world.
winners
of
Summer
2000’s
Reader
Survey
competition each receiving a copy of the
Brother Embroidery Design Boutique
Visitors are also encouraged to participate in a ‘Jumbo Quilt Contest’, the idea is to bring along
unwanted materials or clothing and use this fabric to create the largest quilt ever!
Brother Industries Ltd., Nagoya, Japan will be lending their support to the event and although it is not
clear how this will manifest itself, we will keep you all posted on proceedings. You never know,
if examples of quilting are requested from the UK, that ‘Ohio Star Quilt Pattern’ and instructions last
issue, may come in handy!
(Editor: Refreshing to see that it is not only us here at SEW WHAT? who appreciate the Art of Quilting and recognise
it as a growing trend!)
Brother UK Ltd. Audenshaw Manchester M34 5JD
Tel: 0161-931 2343 Fax: 0161-931 2213 www.brother-uk.com
All information correct at the time of printing, all specifications subject to change without notice. All trademarks acknowledged.
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