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Call or enroll in our E-Newsletter to be put on our mailing list of classes. We offer instructional classes to our customers with the purchase of a sewing machine. Additionally, beginning and intermediate sewing classes, quilting classes and special sewing classes and embroidery seminars are offered throughout the year. Reservations are needed for all classes - call 423/899-3664 to reserve space in the class you want today!
Hopefully we will have more flexibility to add to the schedule for add-on classes. Check occasionally to see if there is anything new, and to check for discount coupons. Please call and make your reservation for the applicable classes ASAP. If any changes to the schedule are required, we will post here immediately. Call us at 423/ 899-3664. Be sure we have your
work/cell numbers as well as home when we get class reservations.
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When:
This is not like our original Sewing Club, but rather a recorded
presentation of sewing/embroidery applications taught by Needles, Threads & Stabilizers For all new owners of our embroidery machines – BROTHER, BERNINA and VIKING We will discuss the
many types of stabilizers, how to choose the best stabilizer for a
particular type of fabric, the differences in fabrics and the stabilizers
required, When:
Wed April 11th at 10am Beginning Embroidery With Brother Get started with basic embroidery, learning the features of your machine,
Bring your machine with electrical cord, embroidery module, all hoops and
grids, water soluble For models: 1500D, 2800D, 4500D,
5000 Sewing on Your Brother Machine Learn the many features of your
machine for sewing – adjusting stitches, sewing hems, buttonholes, seam
finishes, and For models: 40, 80,
SE400, 450Q, 650Q, 800, 950D, 1250D, LB6800
For models: 1500D, 2000, 2800D, 4500D, 5000 Brother Quattro Sewing and Embroidery Bring machine with embroidery unit and all other accessories and hoops
that came with your machine, and a small pair of Class 1 Embroidery–Mon. April 23 at 5:30 p.m. Advanced Brother Quattro Classes 3 & 4–Learn how to use the Pen Tablet
and the My Custom Design software found in Upgrade II.
PE Design Software
Sewing
on your BERNINA Machine
BERNINA 830 Sewing and Embroidery Bring machine with embroidery unit and all other accessories and hoops
that came with your machine, and a small pair of Advanced 830–Ode to Ireland Table Runner, create an elegant table
runner using endless embroidery, quilting-in-the-hoop
BERNINA Embroidery Software v.6 Learn how to save designs, resize, edit, monogram, change a monogram into
an appliqué and much more. We will teach
Don't be tardy! Get the most out of your
class by arriving in time to have your machine set up and ready to sew
at the designated class time.
Serger Guide Classes Learn to use your serger, thread it,
adjust tensions, differential feed, plus tips and tricks for serging. Bring
your serger, When: Fri April 20th at 10am and Thu May 24th at 5:30pm Additional classes will be scheduled by appointment Beginning/ Intermediate Sewing Classes Learn the fundamentals of good sewing habits while constructing two
projects. For those new to sewing as well as those who wish to
Supply List for Intermediate Class
For sewing,
bring machine, cord, all feet and accessories, small scissors, sewing
thread, Sewing
for: Designer
Diamond, SE, and Topaz
Embroidery for: Designer Diamond, SE, and Topaz Sewing
for: Emerald Series This set of
classes will get you up to speed when moving from 4D to 5D. Open to
all who purchased When: TBA
Beginning Quilting Class: Churn Dash pattern that will be made into a quilt approximately 44” x 44” square. Students will complete the quilt in class with some homework. Cost: $98 taught by Veronica O. Tues May 8, 15th, 22nd, 29th and June 5th at 10am Supply List Dish Towels to Die 4  Supply List Learn to make a variety of gift-worthy towels that will knock their socks off. Ruffles, ruching and French finished ends. This class is perfect for those new to sewing or those who just enjoy the creative process of making a beautiful gift. Ruffler foot required for the class. Cost: $40 includes kit and towel Taught by Maddie K. at 5:30 p.m. Fri. May 4th Free-motion Quilting  Supply List Get started with no-mark free-motion quilting in this beginner class. Topics include sewing machine set-up, quilt prep and choosing materials and tools for a successful project. Learn continuous line patterns for traditional and contemporary quilt styles. You’ll need a machine that allows the feed dogs to drop or be covered. Bring a sack lunch. Cost: $91 includes kit Taught by Veronica O. Sat May 26th 10-3pm Binding Clinic  Supply List Need a refresher on binding a quilt? Learn 4 methods for binding your quilt, along with how to miter the corners and make an invisible join. Cost: $25 Taught by Veronica O. Mon April 2nd at 10am Gifts for Grads I  Supply List The perfect project for a small quick gift for that long list of grads you know this year. Made in the embroidery hoop this zippered key chain pod is made with pre-quilted fabric that makes it a snap to turn out as many as you need! This project can even be monogrammed! Cost: $40 includes complete kit and design Taught by Maddie K. at 5:30 p.m. Wed. Apr. 11 Gifts for Grads II- Earbud Wraps  Supply List Need a bunch of gifts and short of time? Try these easy to make ear bud wraps with three different designs there is something perfect for each grad on your list and then some! Great for graduation party favors and easy to customize with school colors. Cost: $35 includes fabric kit and designs Taught by Maddie K. at 5:30 p.m. Fri. Apr. 20 Sweatshirt Jacket A very popular class! Embellish it and use your own imagination to create an eye catching jacket. We will order fabric selected by a professional artist or you can choose your own fabric. Kits are reasonable and cost about the same as if you purchased your own fabric. Patterns will be available for purchase. Cost: $45- taught by Marilyn G. Mon. April 16, 23, 30 and May 7 at 10 a.m. Quilt in a Hoop Pillow You will be able to make a whole quilt after learning the techniques in the pillow. The design is Storm By The Sea which is beautiful. You must have an embroidery machine and you can make a 5 or 8 inch block. We will add sashing to make a nice 16 inch pillow. Cost: $30 - taught by Marilyn G Supply List. Thu. May 17 and 24 at 10 a.m. Summer Purse that compliment each other. Embellish the purse to fit your taste. Cost: $30 - taught by Marilyn G. Supply List Thu. June 7 & 14 at 10 a.m. Bright Lights, City Nights Quilt  Suppy List Back by popular request . .this scrappy quilt is all about value––lights, darks and brights. This piecing is simple, yet the results are stunning. A lesson on how to determine value in fabrics and a scrap swap opportunity will be provided. Cost: $49 plus pattern - taught by Veronica O Sat. May 12 at 10 a.m. Harmonic Convergence Quilt  Supply List Discover the artistic and captivating results when fabrics and colors converge in this quilt. Join Veronica as she guides you through the process for making a Harmonic Convergence quilt based on Ricky Timms Convergence technique. Magical results! Cost: $49 includes pattern - taught by Veronica O Fri. June 1 at 10 a.m. Trapunto Pillow Supply List Want to learn more free-motion quilting techniques? In this class, we will combine thread painting, free-motion quilting and machine trapunto to create a decorative pillow top. Choose thread colors to suit your taste and match your décor. Cost: $49 includes kit - taught by Veronica O Sat. June 30 at 10 a.m. Bargello Placemats  Create an illusion of curves and waves with Bargello. Learn how the placement of colors and contrast can create movement and showcase a beautiful collection of fabrics. Strip piecing makes assembly quick and easy. Cost: $40 - taught by Veronica O Sat. July 14 at 10 a.m. Fiber Art Vest Supply List Make a wearable art vest using free-motion stitching. Choose colorful treads, drop the feed dogs and join Veronica for this fiber art adventure! Your artwear vest can be customized with contrasting yarns, threads, buttons or beads to fit any occasion. Cost: $69 includes kit/4 balls yarn - taught by Veronica O Sat. July 28 at 10 am Rumba Burp Cloth It is the go to baby shower gift and now you can learn how to make them with ease with the use of the ruffler attachment for all conventional sewing machines. (Ruffler attachment required for class.) Cost: $40 includes fabric and 2 burps - taught by Maddie K. Wed. May 16 at 5:30 p.m. Tie One on Appliqué Tee Shirt Snips and snails and puppy dog tails, dress up your little and big boys in the most dashing way possible with this fantastic in the hoop appliqué that adds a stylish “tie” to any t-shirt you choose. Cost: $35 includes kit and designs - taught by Maddie K Fri. May 25 at 5:30 p.m. In-the-Hoop Appliqué on a reusable grocery shopping tote. Cost: $40 includes tote and design - taught by Maddie K Wed. June 27 at 5:30 p.m. Big Hoop Beach Towel toddler age and up! See in store for choices and details. Cost: $35 includes designs - taught by Maddie K Sat. June 2 at 10 a.m. or Wed. July 11 at 5:30 p.m. Making the Most of Embroidery Collections fantastic tricks that will help you see your collections and those you fancy in a whole new way. Come learn how to employ creative vision and make your collections work 100% harder for you. Lecture format with samples. Cost: $25, 20% off on all collections purchased during class - taught by Maddie K Wed. June 6 at 5:30 p.m. Basics in Embroidery will be presented in a NON-BRAND specific way that will help everyone become better at embroidery. Lecture format. Cost: $30 - taught by Maddie K Sat. July 7 at 10 a.m. More Denim Love of denim jeans or a jacket. This time incorporating both in the hoop appliqué and embroidery in one fantastic design! Cost: $35 includes kit and designs - taught by Maddie K Wed. July 25 at 5:30 p.m. BE SURE To save your thread tails, and small bits of fabric. Scatter them about in your yard and on shrubbery for the birds to find and use for making their nests. They will reward you with chirping baby birds.
Class Reservations and Policies Please register for all classes as soon as possible, since many classes will fill very quickly. Because of limited space, all new owner classes are provided only for those customers who have purchased their machines software, or serger from us. Classes are limited to only 1 participant per machine, serger, etc. For classes with supply list, register, get supply list, and let us know immediately of any items you need, so we can have time to order if necessary. For classes with fees, reservations are not held until the fee is paid in full. Refunds for class fee if notified 7 days or more before class date. NO CHILDREN, PLEASE – ANY CLASSES. IF HAMILTON COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, OUR CLASSES WILL BE CANCELLED ALSO. THEY WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT A LATER DATE.
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