BERNINA SEWING CENTER

CLASS SCHEDULE JANUARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH 2023

JANUARY

Quilt As-You-Go

Tuesdays, January 3 & 17                                               Time:  12:00 – 4:00

In this class, you will learn to make projects without putting the entire thing through your sewing machine to quilt it.  This class meets every other Tuesday afternoon; you will make a project of your selection (or Terry will make suggestions for projects if wanted).  Each block will be pieced, then sandwiched with batting and quilted. It is fun to quilt and practice when it is only on a single block! Then you will use a sashing technique to join the blocks.  You can use this technique with any quilt block, traditional to modern. This class is beginner friendly. Come join the fun!

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost: $10/afternoon plus supplies

Intermediate Software
Tuesdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31                              Time:  6:00 – 8:00                    

In each session, new lessons will be taught straight from Bernina using Bernina Software Version 9.  We will explore new techniques and functions.

Instructor:  Michelle Luce                                                Cost:  $5 plus supplies

Fun, Easy Quilting Projects with Myrt

Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25                               Time:  1:00 – 4:00

Let’s do some EASY quilting projects just for the fun of getting together and sewing!  This class is open to ALL adult levels.  We will select the projects from quick, easy patterns – nothing overwhelming!  Fabrics are each individual’s choice. 

Instructor:  Myrt Wittenberg                                            Cost:  $10/afternoon

Introduction to Software                                                                  

Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18 & 25                                          Time:  10:00 – 12:30

This beginning class in software is perfect for new owners of Bernina Software Version 9, those users who need a good refresher to software, or even those who just want to see what Bernina Software is all about.  You do not need to own software to take this class – come find out what software can do for you.

Instructor:  Michelle Luce                                                Cost:  $5/session
 

Ultimate Travel Bag 2.0

Fridays, January 6, 13 & 20 (3 Session Class)                   Time:  11:00 – 4:00

This travel companion bag, designed by Annie, is so popular!  It opens wide for easy access, has side handles and padded strap, lots of pockets, trolley sleeve to slip on to rolling luggage.  It has a full zippered pocket plus three more slip pockets inside.  And, it is very classy looking!

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost:  $10/session plus supplies

Kimberbell Embroidery Projects

Saturday, January 7                                                       Time:  10:00 – 4:00

This class is for anyone working on Kimberbell Embroidery projects.  You can work on ANY Kimberbell project you want and get assistance from Myrt with any questions.  It might be a quilt, bench pillow, mug rugs, wallhangings or ask for suggestions.  Kimberbell has a wide range of levels for machine embroidery each with a variety of techniques.  They are always coming out with new projects.  And they are SO fun to do!

Instructor:  Myrt Wittenberg                                            Cost:  $20 or Free with $50 purchase

Free Motion For Everyone

Thursday, January 12                                                     Time:  1:00

Let’s doodle with pretty threads.  Free motion practice while creating a great tote bag.  All skill levels are welcome.

Instructor:  Phyllis Ditto                                                  Cost:  $10 plus supplies

Beginning Quilting (EVENING!!)
Wednesdays, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 & March 1            Time:  6:00 – 9:00
This class is for beginners in the truest sense of the word.  It will include rotary cutting, piecing, a little applique, quilting and binding!  When you finish you will have a fun table runner and you will be ready to make a quilt on your own!  You will be using the Teach Me to Make My First Quilt book by Pat Sloan. 
Instructor:  Phyllis Hanson                                              Cost:  $60 plus supplies, 10% discount on class supplies

Catching Up With Terry

THURSDAY, January 26                                                  Time:  11:00 – 4:00

This is for students in Terry Kelling’s classes who may need a little extra help on her projects or maybe be making up a missed class.  She will be available to assist you on anything she has taught (bags, patterns by Annie, etc).

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost:  $10

Demo Daze

Tuesday, January 31                                                      Time:  1:00

Demo Daze is upping its game.  Beginning in January we will be featuring fun, creative and new project ideas that you are sure to want to try.  There will be more What’s New at Bernina, maybe new ideas for the Foot of the Month and an occasional game just for fun.  2023 is going to be a great year.  Demo Daze is the last Tuesday of every month.  Can’t wait to see you all!

Instructor:  Phyllis Ditto                                                  Cost: FREE

FEBRUARY

Introduction to Software                                                                  

Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15 & 22                              Time:  10:00 – 12:30

This beginning class in software is perfect for new owners of Bernina Software Version 9, those users who need a good refresher to software, or even those who just want to see what Bernina Software is all about.  You do not need to own software to take this class – come find out what software can do for you.

Instructor:  Michelle Luce                                                Cost:  $5/session

Fun, Easy Quilting Projects with Myrt

Wednesdays, February 1, 8, 15 & 22                               Time:  1:00 – 4:00

Let’s do some EASY quilting projects just for the fun of getting together and sewing!  This class is open to ALL adult levels.  We will select the projects from quick, easy patterns – nothing overwhelming!  Fabrics are each individual’s choice. 

Instructor:  Myrt Wittenberg                                            Cost:  $10/afternoon
                                                                                                                 

The Elsie K. Baglet

Fridays, February 3, 10 & 17 (3 session class)                  Time:  11:00 – 4:00

This bag, designed by Studio Kat designs, includes a built-in wallet with a drop-down area with slots for your cards.  Also, it has a larger area for sunglasses, makeup and more.  Dimensions are 8.5” x 6” x 3.5”.

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost:  $10/session plus supplies

Beginning Quilting (Daytime)
Mondays, February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13 & 20          Time:  1:00 – 4:00
This class is for beginners in the truest sense of the word.  Everything will be included from fabric selection, rotary cutting, piecing, quilting and binding!  When you finish you will have a nice wall hanging or table top size quilt.  And you will be ready to make a quilt on your own!
Instructor:  Myrt Wittenberg
Cost:  7 classes for only $80 plus supplies (10% discount on class supplies)

Quilt As-You-Go

Tuesdays, February 7 & 21                                             Time:  12:00 – 4:00

In this class, you will learn to make projects without putting the entire thing through your sewing machine to quilt it.  This class meets every other Tuesday afternoon; you will make a project of your selection (or Terry will make suggestions for projects if wanted).  Each block will be pieced, then sandwiched with batting and quilted. It is fun to quilt and practice when it is only on a single block! Then you will use a sashing technique to join the blocks.  You can use this technique with any quilt block, traditional to modern. This class is beginner friendly. Come join the fun!

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost: $10/afternoon plus supplies

Intermediate Software
Tuesdays, February 7, 14, 21 & 28                                  Time:  6:00 – 8:00                    

In each session, new lessons will be taught straight from Bernina using Bernina Software Version 9.  We will explore new techniques and functions.

Instructor:  Michelle Luce                                                Cost:  $5 plus supplies

Starlight Beginner Paper Piecing

Saturdays, February 11 & 18                                           Time:  10:00 – 1:00

In this two session class you will complete a 20”x20” block with a paper pieced center. Learn the basics with a pattern and starter kit by Jacqueline de Jonge of Anthology fabrics. Usually a more intricate designer she has made a great beginner block for those wanting to try paper piecing or pick up new tips. Your completed block will make a lovely wall-hanging or table topper.

Instructor:  Jessica Malley                                               Cost:  $75 (includes $64 kit)

 Really Awesome Rope

Thursday, February 16                                                   Time:  1:00

Let’s make a bowl, trivet or coaster using your sewing machine.  Rope projects are back in a big way.  This a follow up to January’s Demo Daze.  Supply list will be available at the store.

Instructor:  Phyllis Ditto                                                  Cost:  $10 plus supplies

Catching Up With Terry

Friday, February 24                                                        Time:  11:00 – 4:00

This is for students in Terry Kelling’s classes who may need a little extra help on her projects or maybe be making up a missed class.  She will be available to assist you on anything she has taught (bags, patterns by Annie, etc).

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost:  $10

Monthly Open Machine Embroidery
Saturday, February 25                                                    Time:  10:00 – 4:00
Come join others who also enjoy machine embroidery.  This is for ALL levels of machine embroiderists! Bring your own embroidery project and work on it at your own pace – with some staff help available if needed. Finish up previous projects or start something new.  Maybe you are new to machine embroidery and just need a little encouragement.  Machines are available. 

Classroom Attendant:  Myrt Wittenberg                            Cost:  $20 or FREE with $50 purchase

Demo Daze

Tuesday, February 28                                                    Time:  1:00

Demo Daze is upping its game.  Beginning in January we will be featuring fun, creative and new project ideas that you are sure to want to try.  There will be more What’s New at Bernina, maybe new ideas for the Foot of the Month and an occasional game just for fun.  2023 is going to be a great year.  Demo Daze is the last Tuesday of every month.  Can’t wait to see you all!

Instructor:  Phyllis Ditto                                                  Cost: FREE

MARCH

Introduction to Software                                                                  

Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15 & 22                                  Time:  10:00 – 12:30

This beginning class in software is perfect for new owners of Bernina Software Version 9, those users who need a good refresher to software, or even those who just want to see what Bernina Software is all about.  You do not need to own software to take this class – come find out what software can do for you.

Instructor:  Michelle Luce                                                Cost:  $5/session

Fun, Easy Quilting Projects with Myrt

Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15 & 22                                   Time:  1:00 – 4:00

Let’s do some EASY quilting projects just for the fun of getting together and sewing!  This class is open to ALL adult levels.  We will select the projects from quick, easy patterns – nothing overwhelming!  Fabrics are each individual’s choice. 

Instructor:  Myrt Wittenberg                                            Cost:  $10/afternoon

Fuse, Fold & Stitch Bags

Fridays, March 3, 10 & 17 (3 session class)                      Time:  11:00 – 4:00

This bag, designed by Aunties Two, can be made in two sizes.  It can be constructed with 10” Layer Cake precuts or strips.  This fun technique will make a tote bag with a magnetic snap closure and four inside pockets.  Large size is 15” x 8” x16”.  Small size is 10” x 8” x 16”.

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost:  $10/session plus supplies

Kimberbell Embroidery Projects

Saturday, March 4                                                          Time:  10:00 – 4:00

This class is for anyone working on Kimberbell Embroidery projects.  You can work on ANY Kimberbell project you want and get assistance from Myrt with any questions.  It might be a quilt, bench pillow, mug rugs, wallhangings or ask for suggestions.  Kimberbell has a wide range of levels for machine embroidery each with a variety of techniques.  They are always coming out with new projects.  And they are SO fun to do!

Instructor:  Myrt Wittenberg                                            Cost:  $20 or Free with $50 purchase

Quilt As-You-Go

Tuesdays, March 7 & 21                                    Time:  12:00 – 4:00

In this class, you will learn to make projects without putting the entire thing through your sewing machine to quilt it.  This class meets every other Tuesday afternoon; you will make a project of your selection (or Terry will make suggestions for projects if wanted).  Each block will be pieced, then sandwiched with batting and quilted. It is fun to quilt and practice when it is only on a single block! Then you will use a sashing technique to join the blocks.  You can use this technique with any quilt block, traditional to modern. This class is beginner friendly. Come join the fun!

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost: $10/afternoon plus supplies

Intermediate Software
Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21 & 28                                      Time:  6:00 – 8:00                    

In each session, new lessons will be taught straight from Bernina using Bernina Software Version 9.  We will explore new techniques and functions.

Instructor:  Michelle Luce                                                Cost:  $5 plus supplies

Seasonal Placemats Easter

Friday, March 24                                                            Time:  11:00 – 5:00

This quarter we will make fun, bunny placemats for Easter time.  The snowmen placemats they made last quarter turned out so cute and wintery.  This is a great class if you want to try applique because it is easy applique. The pattern includes placemats for spring, summer, fall and winter so you can have a festive table for all four seasons.  Can ALSO be used for wall hangings.  Pattern:  Seasonal Placemats by The Whole Country Caboodle.

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost:  $10 plus supplies

Monthly Open Machine Embroidery
Saturday, March 25                                                        Time:  10:00 – 4:00
Come join others who also enjoy machine embroidery.  This is for ALL levels of machine embroiderists! Bring your own embroidery project and work on it at your own pace – with some staff help available if needed. Finish up previous projects or start something new.  Maybe you are new to machine embroidery and just need a little encouragement.  Machines are available. 

Classroom Attendant:  Myrt Wittenberg                            Cost:  $20 or FREE with $50 purchase

Demo Daze

Tuesday, March 28                                                         Time:  1:00

Demo Daze is upping its game.  Beginning in January we will be featuring fun, creative and new project ideas that you are sure to want to try.  There will be more What’s New at Bernina, maybe new ideas for the Foot of the Month and an occasional game just for fun.  2023 is going to be a great year.  Demo Daze is the last Tuesday of every month.  Can’t wait to see you all!

Instructor:  Phyllis Ditto                                                  Cost: FREE

Catching Up With Terry

Friday, March 31                                                            Time:  11:00 – 4:00

This is for students in Terry Kelling’s classes who may need a little extra help on her projects or maybe be making up a missed class.  She will be available to assist you on anything she has taught (bags, patterns by Annie, etc).

Instructor:  Terry Kelling                                                Cost:  $10

MASTERY SCHEDULES

Machine Mastery is for BERNINA 880 Plus, 790 Plus, 770QE Plus, 740

BERNINA 590, 570QE, 535, 480, 475QE, 435

Mastery classes are FREE to our customers who have recently purchased a Bernina Sewing Machine. Please call and register so we know how many to plan materials.  Thank you!

Class Cancellation and Refund Policy:  Please sign up early to reserve your place in class.  Classes must be paid for before our cancellation deadline (three days before class starts). You may cancel and receive a full refund up to three days before class.  After the three day limit you will receive store credit.  If a class is cancelled by us you may have your class fee refunded or receive store credit.  If class enrollment does not meet the minimum requirement, it may be cancelled.