Classes
CLASS SCHEDULE JULY, AUGUST, SEPTEMBER 2021
JULY
Kimberbell Embroidery Projects
Saturday, July 3 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, July 6 & 20 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
Bernina Embroidery
Tuesday, July 6 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
Pillow Panels for Every Season
Be ready for the changing seasons and make four embroidered pillow panels.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5 plus supplies
Basic Software
Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28 Time: 10:00 – 12:30
This class is for those who own BERNINA Version 8 software or are interested in what software can do for you. Maybe you are a beginner to this version of software and feel somewhat intimidated by the program. Or maybe you need a refresher class to get you back in to using software to customize your projects. Continuing to work through workbooks.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5/session
Fun, Easy Quilting Projects with Myrt
Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28 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
Software Inspirations
Tuesday, July 13 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
This month we will be using our Bernina Software to create and resize seasonal attachments to make them your own.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Pocket Packers (2 session class)
Fridays, July 16 & 23 Time: 12:00 – 5:00
These easy-to-make bags by Annie come in four styles. They have zippered vinyl pockets on the front and one full size mesh pocket on back. Great for personal items and clothing and just lay in the top of your suitcase or you can carry supplies to class in one. It will become your favorite “handy” bag.
Instructor: Terry Kelling Cost: $10/session plus supplies
Crafty Cutting Club
Saturday, July 17 Time: 1:00
Come learn the basics of using your new Silhouette Cameo machine. Or maybe you want to see exactly what a Silhouette Cameo can do! This class is free to you if you bought your Cameo at Bernina. You will need to bring your Cameo, computer, mats, blades and usb cable. Some months will have a small kit fee. All brands of cutting machines are welcome. This month we will be using Print & Cut for labels.
Instructors: Maureen Piesik
July Software
Tuesday, July 20 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
Using software techniques taught in July.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Sew Together Bag
Saturday, July 24 Time: 10:00 – 5:00
This little bag, designed by Sew Demented, will hold so many things for you, keeping them organized! It has three zippered pockets and four open pockets. Finished size will be 10” wide x 5” high x 5” deep. Keep sewing supplies, office supplies, even use as a wallet.
Instructor: Terry Kelling Cost: $15 plus supplies
DesignWorks
Tuesday, July 27 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
We will be working through the DesignWorks workbook. Learn about PaintWork, CrystalWork and CutWork.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Catching Up With Terry
Friday, July 30 Time: 12:00 – 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
Kimberbell Christmas Fun
Saturday, July 31 Time: 9:30 – 5:30
Come have fun playing with Kimberbell embroidery. Select up to 3 projects (9 to choose from) to complete that day with Maureen’s guidance. All level of machine embroiders are most welcome (including beginners or just the curious). Your project kits will include the fabrics, embellishments and designs. Just come, have fun embroidering and eat Christmas cookies!! Machines provided if needed.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $20 for the day plus kit prices
AUGUST
Beginning Quilting (Daytime)
Mondays – Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Sept. 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, August 3, 17 & 31 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
Bernina Embroidery
Tuesday, August 3 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
Get ready for autumn by creating and embroidering fall placemats.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Basic Software
Wednesdays, August 4, 11, 18 & 25 Time: 10:00 – 12:30
This class is for those who own BERNINA Version 8 software or are interested in what software can do for you. Maybe you are a beginner to this version of software and feel somewhat intimidated by the program. Or maybe you need a refresher class to get you back in to using software to customize your projects. Continuing to work through workbooks.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5/session
Fun, Easy Quilting Projects with Myrt
Wednesdays, August 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
Bowl Me Over (3 session class)
Fridays, August 6, 13 & 20 Time: 12:00 – 5:00
This fun-to-make bag, by Annie, has the looks of a classic bowling bag. The main compartment opens wide so is convenient to find things. It has numerous types of pockets and easy-to-grab handles.
Instructor: Terry Kelling Cost: $10/session plus supplies
Kimberbell Embroidery Projects
Saturday, August 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
Software Inspirations
Tuesday, August 10 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
Digitizing for Trims with Debbi Lashbrook
Learn how to create your own pattern runs in the Bernina Software
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Grab N’ Go Tote
Saturday, August 14 Time: 10:00 – 5:00
This “quilt as you go” bag is made using charms squares. It finishes at 12½” x 21” x 13½” and is great for hauling anything around for a picnic, sewing or in the car.
Instructor: Terry Kelling Cost: $15 plus supplies
August Software
Tuesdays, August 17 & 31 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
Using software techniques taught in August.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Crafty Cutting Club
Saturday, August 21 Time: 1:00
Come learn the basics of using your new Silhouette Cameo machine. Or maybe you want to see exactly what a Silhouette Cameo can do! This class is free to you if you bought your Cameo at Bernina. You will need to bring your Cameo, computer, mats, blades and usb cable. Some months will have a small kit fee. All brands of cutting machines are welcome. This month we will be doing infusible ink on T-shirts.
Instructors: Maureen Piesik
DesignWorks
Tuesday, August 24 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
We will be working through the DesignWorks workbook. Learn about PaintWork, CrystalWork and CutWork.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Catching Up With Terry
Friday, August 27 Time: 12:00 – 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, August 28 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
SEPTEMBER
Basic Software
Wednesdays, Sept. 1, 8, 15 & 22 (not Sept. 29) Time: 10:00 – 12:30
This class is for those who own BERNINA Version 8 software or are interested in what software can do for you. Maybe you are a beginner to this version of software and feel somewhat intimidated by the program. Or maybe you need a refresher class to get you back in to using software to customize your projects. Continuing to work through workbooks.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5/session
Fun, Easy Quilting Projects with Myrt
Wednesdays, September 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
Bondi Top by Sew To Grow (simple garment class)
Wednesdays, Sept. 1, 8, 15 & 22 Time: 6:00 – 9:00
Have you ever wanted to make a simple top that you could wear in so many ways? Could be worn with jeans, pants or tucked in a skirt. Also, the Bondi Top could be made longer and it becomes a comfortable dress. Darla will help you to be successful at this! Come Wednesday nights in June and be creative! Patterns available at our store.
Instructor: Darla Arthur Cost: $20 (includes all 4 evenings!) plus supplies
Katahdin Tote
Fridays, September 3, 10 & 17 (3 session class) Time: 12:00 – 5:00
This medium sized zipper bag can be made with jelly roll strips. It includes two metal stays to keep its shape and has four inside pockets. Approximate size is 11” x 12” x 6” deep.
Instructor: Terry Kelling Cost: $10/afternoon plus supplies
Kimberbell Embroidery Projects
Saturday, September 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, September 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
Bernina Embroidery
Tuesday, September 7 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
Won’t be long until the holidays. Create and embroidery Christmas coasters.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
3 Set Pumpkins
Saturday, September 11 Time: 10:00 – 5:00
We are thinking of fall by this time. Make a set of 3 pumpkins for warm and cozy decorating. Will be easy enough to make some as gifts for friends also! Pick up your supply list at the store.
Instructor: Terry Kelling Cost: $15 plus supplies
Software Inspirations
Tuesday, September 14 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
What’s New With Software with Debbi Lashbrook
Learn how software can elevate your creativity in new and exciting ways.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Crafty Cutting Club
Saturday, September 18 Time: 1:00
Come learn the basics of using your new Silhouette Cameo machine. Or maybe you want to see exactly what a Silhouette Cameo can do! This class is free to you if you bought your Cameo at Bernina. You will need to bring your Cameo, computer, mats, blades and usb cable. Some months will have a small kit fee. All brands of cutting machines are welcome. On the menu for this month will be cutting removable vinyl for window decals or wall decorations.
Instructors: Maureen Piesik
September Software
Tuesday, September 21 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
Using software techniques taught in September.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Catching Up With Terry
Friday, September 24 Time: 12:00 – 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, September 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
DesignWorks
Tuesday, September 28 Time: 6:00 – 8:00
We will be working through the DesignWorks workbook. Learn about PaintWork, CrystalWork and CutWork.
Instructor: Maureen Piesik Cost: $5
Strippy Tree Skirt
Wednesdays, Sept. 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20 & 27 Time: 6:00 – 9:00
Looking ahead? Do you need a new tree skirt for the upcoming season? Come make this circular tree skirt, designed by Julie Q Quilts, out of a festive jelly roll. Should be done in plenty of time for Christmas and you will have a head start!
Instructor: Phyllis Hansen Cost: $25 total plus supplies
MASTERY SCHEDULES
Machine Mastery is for BERNINA 880 Plus, 790 Plus, 770QE, 740
BERNINA 590, 570QE, 535, 480, 475QE, 435
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Mastering Your Bernina Sewing Machine Class times |
Thursdays 10:00 – 1:00
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Session 1 – Machine Overview and menus. Needles, Thread, Feet, Securing stitches, Backstepping, Pattern Repeat, Pattern Functions, Elongation, Altered Memory |
August 26 |
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Session 2 – Permanently Altered Stitch, Saving Stitch, Triple & Edgestitching, Vari-Overlock, Long Stitch, Blind Hem, Stretch Stitch, Dual Feed, Balance
Session 3 – Button Holes, Attaching Buttons, Creative Consultant, Combi Mode with Stitch Patterns & Lettering, Free-Motion, Stitch Regulator
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September 2
September 9 |
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Session 4 – 880 Plus and 790 Plus machines only Sideways Motion Stitches, Multi-Directional, All-Over Directional, Connecting Stitches, Stitch Designer, Distortion |
September 16 |
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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.