Clubs

Embroidery Club

Join us for this fun club designed to build your embroidery skills. We will have programs with hands-on projects and information so you can become an embroidery queen!

Cost: $ 30.00
Hand Applique Club

Join other hand appliquers for ideas, encouragement and convivial company. Use your favorite applique technique or pick up a new one. Purchase pattern from Arlene or work on your own project. Members share the cost of the meeting space.

Cost: $ FREE
Longarm Club

Join Treva for a fun and informative class on long-arm tips and techniques. We will have sale prices on all HQ merchandise and an extra special discount on the ruler of the month! This class is for all long-arm owners and anyone interested in a future purchase. Bring an item to share

Cost: $ FREE
Pro-Stitcher Club

Join Treva for a fun and informative club on long-arm tips and techniques. This class is for all long-arm/computerized owners and anyone interested in a future purchase

Cost: $ FREE
SCC - What's New from BU

Susie and Hank will be reporting on all the scoop from BERNINA University. We hear there will be new "stuff" coming in the near future and we want you to be among the first to know all about it! This month, we meet on the second Thursday, as the 4th of July holiday is on the first.

SCC- Gift Ideas for Brides, Grads, & Dads

Come to this SCC where we will demo ideas and gifts for brides, dads, and grads. Also, feel free to bring ideas to share with others. Be sure to bring your camera—you will want to take pictures.

Creative Sewing

Candy Squares Pillow

Make this easy pillow in a jiffy! Use a pack of Candy Squares or 2 1/2" cut squares. Get that shabby chic look by top stitching the raw edges. This one is from the Marmalade collection.

Cost: $ 30.00
EZ 4 New Moms

Moms and grandmas--this class is for you! Make a car seat canopy (baby not included) to cover your baby from heat, cold, or germs. Flip it up when you go inside. We will also make a fashionable, easy peasy nursing cover in this class.

Cost: $ 30.00
Rice Heat Pad

These easy to make pads are a delight to the senses! The heat warms the herbs and helps them release their wonderful aroma. Place the heated pad wherever it hurts to help soothe overworked muscles or cramps. The heated pads are also great to slip between the covers to pre-warm a bed on a chilly night. During this class we will learn basics such as rotary cutting, seam construction and practice the very important skill of pressing.

Cost: $ 30.00
Rule Your Rulers

This class will show you why the Cut for the Cure rulers are just the best! We will use different rulers in each class to create a block.

Cost: $ 30.00
Sewing Machine Mat

A simple sewing mat with pockets to keep all of your sewing tools together at your fingertips. You customize the pockets to fit your own sewing supplies!

Cost: $ 30.00
Shower Spa Wrap

Create a custom made boutique-quality shower wrap. Join Barbara in making this cute, but practical wrap.

Cost: $ 30.00
Steering Wheel Cover

Make this cute steering wheel cover to protect your hands during the scorching hot summer months.

Cost: $ 30.00

Embroidery

Beauteous Bulbs

Create these beautiful flowers using my new take on embroidery machine AND fusible applique. Use raw edges and fabric confetti to embellish and give a layered effect to your designs. Designs can be made on totes or wine bags.

Cost: $ 30.00
Floriani Project of the Month

Come and use your Floriani Software in this monthly class.

Cost: $ 10.00
iPad Cover

Create this electronic device cover with one of the flowers from my first quilt pattern, "Marianne", due out early this summer.

Towel of the Month

Each month embroider a wonderful recipe on a towel, and enjoy the recipe while you sew! Sign up for class - and you will receive an email letting you know the thread colors needed.

Cost: $ 20.00
Urban Garden Towel

Urban Garden – a new take on embroidery machine and fusible applique. Use raw edges and fabric confetti to embellish and give a layered effect to your designs.

Cost: $ 30.00

Garments

Altered Attitudes

Make those clothes F-I-T like you always wanted them to. Carrie will keep you in stitches while she helps you alter your own favorite outfits.

Cost: $ 30.00
Clothing Construction

In this class you will learn how to measure before you start. Learn to lay out your pattern pieces to get the most from your yardage. Professional fitting techniques-seams-closures-zippers and sew much more! Carrie will teach you tips and tricks learned from keeping folks in stitches. This is an ongoing/open-ended series. Whatever you are in your sewing skills learn to make clothing without that handmade look.

Cost: $ 30.00
Cut it Out with Carrie

Join Carrie for a fun evening of "open sew". Bring your UFOs or anything "sewing" that has you stumped! We will be there to help guide you - a FUN class designed to hone your sewing skills and make new sewing friends! Bring your sewing machine and supplies needed.

Cost: $ 30.00
Just ZIP It!

This is the class where you will learn to insert zippers three ways! Invisible, lapped and centered. You will then learn ‘finishing’ neck edge, waistband, seam intersections. Leave ready to finish your projects in a zip!

Cost: $ 30.00
Miss Baylie's Apron

This apron would make a great Mother’s Day gift. A few tucks and ruffles make this a fun and stylish apron. You will get a good start on this in class and have very little to finish up at home.

Cost: $ 30.00
Pants Construction

This class is a supplement to the Pants drafting workshop, but everyone is welcome. You will learn the fundamentals of construction and fit so your pants look professionally made.

Cost: $ 30.00
Pattern From Existing Clothes

Many people have clothing that they love how they fit. Now, let’s use those garments as a starting point and create a pattern from the existing clothing.

Cost: $ 30.00
Ruffle Joy Skirt

The Ruffle Joy Skirt by Bridget and Lucy is an adorable skirt that can be made to fit a holiday theme or just for everyday. The ruffled and layered fabric strips together with tulle make this skirt a "must" for any little girl.

Cost: $ 30.00
Simple Top

Draft your own pattern for this stylish yet simple top using your own measurements. Easy to make and to personalize! This very flexible top can be made in lace, t-shirt knit, rayon, ruffle fabric, soft cottons, silk and silk-like fabrics, charmeuse, challis, handkerchief linen or…you decide. Come have fun with us!

Cost: $ 30.00
Sit & Sew for Garments

Need to mark a hem, Want help pinning some alterations, Starting a new garment and want help, wanna sew with friends, beginning sewer and want to make a garment? This this is the class for you!!!

Cost: $ 30.00
Upcycle It!

Don’t throw it away – upcycle it into something new and one of a kind! Bring item(s) that coordinate and let’s see where we take them...

Cost: $ 30.00

Kids Camp

Kids Camp SEW Fun - BYO Sewing Machine

Our Kids Can Sew is all about having fun sewing! Starting with the basics of sewing techniques, Children will learn sewing skills while creating fun projects. Camp will have a new project each day, Monday through Friday . Kits will be provided for each day’s project. Bring Your Own Sewing Machine.

Cost: $ 85.00
Kids Camp SEW Fun - Sewing Machine Included

Our Kids Can Sew is all about having fun sewing! Starting with the basics of sewing techniques, Children will learn sewing skills while creating fun projects. Camp will have a new project each day, Monday through Friday . Kits will be provided for each day’s project.

Cost: $ 210.00

Mastering Your Bernina

Machine Mastery #1

Class #1: BASIC OPERATION: Designed for all BERNINA sewing machines including Bernette models, this class is a must for new owners. Learn what you need to know about the basic operation of your machine.

Cost: $ 30.00
Machine Mastery #2

Class #2: STITCH FUN: Explore the decorative stitches and creative functions of your BERNINA sewing machine while learning embellishments for almost any type of project: this class is designed for all computerized BERNINA sewing machines.

Cost: $ 30.00
Machine Mastery #3

Class #3: CREATIVE OPTIONS: Open to 730 and 8 Series owners, this class examines the distinctive features and functions that make these models unique and useful additions to your sewing rooms. (9 mm machines) Things to Bring: Please bring the following to each mastery class: Sewing machine and accessories box, Owner's Guide, Mastery Workbook printed out, one new spool of all-purpose thread and a Basic Sewing Kit.

Cost: $ 30.00
Machine Mastery Marathon

A condensed version of Machine Mastery classes #1 & #2 SERIES 8 OWNERS - please take Series 8 MM Classes 1 & 2 before taking this class. Class #1: Basics of needles, threads and fabric compatibility. Basic information about using your machine, seaming, securing and how to clean your machines. Class #2: Learn about different types of seaming, hemming, elastics and how to apply them, buttonholes, sewing on buttons and darning.

Cost: $ 55.00
Mastering Your Embroidery:

This mastery class is for embroidery machine owners. Learn the ins and outs of your BERNINA or Deco embroidery machine - from the basics of hooping to customizing designs and Endless Embroidery. You'll discover all you need to get the most from your embroidery system.

Cost: $ 30.00
Mastering Your Series 8 Class #1 - Sewing

Mastering Your Series 8 classes are specific for Bernina 820 & 830 machines & should be the first classes taken by a new owner. They are a combination of lecture, demo & Power Point demonstrations. You are welcome to bring your machine or laptop computer with the Bernina Series 8 Emulator loaded on it. You are also welcome to just follow along with the instructor's power point. The Machine Mastery & Machine Embroidery Series are highly recommended for those new to sewing, embroidery of Bernina sewing machines and should be taken after taking these Series 8 Classes 1 and 2. Class #1 Sewing: Threading, screen anatomy & navigation, stitches & Bernina Dual Feed.

Cost: $ 30.00
Mastering Your Series 8 Class #2 - Embroidery

Mastering Your Series 8 classes are specific for Bernina 830 machines & should be the first classes taken by a new owner. They are a combination of lecture, demo & Power Point demonstrations. You are welcome to bring your machine or laptop computer with the Bernina Series 8 Emulator loaded on it. The Machine Mastery & Machine Embroidery Series are highly recommended for those new to sewing, embroidery of Bernina sewing machines and should be taken after taking Series 8 Classes 1 and 2. Class #2 Embroidery: threading for embroidery, embroidery screen navigation, design selection & editing.

Cost: $ 30.00
Serger Mastery #1

Class #1:Basic Serger Use: Designed to make you comfortable with your new serger. This class covers threading, tension settings and basic serger applications. Things to Bring: Please bring the following to each mastery classes: Serger and accessories box, Owners Guide Mastery Workbook printed out, a new spool of all purpose thread and a Basic Sewing Kit. Serger Mastery #1 - 4 spools of serger thread (red, blue, yellow & green) Kit Fee: $2.50 material fee for each mastery class to cover all the materials needed for the hands-on exercises.

Cost: $ 30.00
Serger Mastery #2

Class #2: BASIC SERGER USE continued... this class continues with threading and goes into different threading for special stitching. Learn to use your serger for more than seaming and finishing edges. This class explores the use of serger accessory presser feet and attachments for both embellishment and practical uses. Discover how to incorporate chain and cover stitching if your model offers these features. Things to Bring: Please bring the following to each mastery classes: Serger and accessories box, Owners Guide Mastery Workbook printed out, a new spool of all purpose thread and a Basic Sewing Kit. Serger Mastery #2 - 4 spools thread (same color) Kit Fee: $2.50 material fee for each mastery class to cover all the materials needed for the hands-on exercises.

Cost: $ 30.00
Serger Mastery #3

Learn to use your serger for more than seaming and finishing edges. This class explores the use of accessory presser feet and attachments for both embellishment and practical uses.Discover how to chain and cover stitch if your model offers these features.

Cost: $ 30.00

NEW!

Sew Away

Do you need some space away from home to do your sewing? Please join other sewers and invite your friends to SFTH and work on your projects using our large classroom and cutting tables. There won't be an actual instructor in the room, but you can spread out and use our space for 3 hours for only $15. Just think, time away to get something done and sew away (not included in LTS Card).

Cost: $ 15.00

Quilting

ANS / Prostitcher

Learn the ins and outs of your Handi Quilter Pro Stitcher, including placement, block nodification, pattern repeating and scaling, edge to edge and anything else you can think of.

Cost: $ 30.00
Applique Florals

If you would like to learn how to appliqué this is a great small project! There is no tracing involved, so it’s faster than the usual appliqué process. Gather up small pieces of fabric from your stash and make a wall hanging for your home or to give as a gift.

Cost: $ 30.00
Beginning Machine Applique

This class is for the beginner who would like to appliqué and doesn’t want to do it by hand. You will learn several techniques for machine appliqué.

Cost: $ 30.00
Celtic Charm

Even if you are not Irish, you have probably seen and admired traditional Celtic knots. Most Celtic designs are done in appliqué because of the intricate motifs, but this pattern is all piecework, and better yet, there are only two basic blocks to learn!

Cost: $ 30.00
Free Motion Feathers

This is a great class to help you with your free motion machine quilting. Feathers are so beautiful on a quilt and with Judy's guidance, you can learn to make feathers for your quilts. This class is a great intro to quilting feathers, but also a great opportunity to practice and improve your quilting.

Cost: $ 30.00
Free Motion Quilting Basics

Take the plunge into free motion machine quilting! Learn all-over patterns, free hand feathers, backgrounds, fillers and more. BSR or HQ16 owners - this class is a MUST!

Cost: $ 30.00
Learn to Quilt Series: Class 1

Learn to Quilt Series

Cost: $ 30.00
Learn to Quilt Series: Class 2

Learn to Quilt Series

Cost: $ 30.00
Learn to Quilt Series: Class 3

Learn to Quilt Series

Cost: $ 30.00
Learn to Quilt Series: Class 4

Learn to Quilt Series

Cost: $ 30.00
Learn to Quilt Series: Class 5

Learn to Quilt Series

Cost: $ 30.00
Learn to Quilt Series: Class 6

Learn to Quilt Series

Cost: $ 30.00
Moda Block of the Month-Spring Bouquet

A brand new Block of the Month with a secret…. From January 2013 to January 2014 Sew from the Heart will be sponsoring Moda’s “Spring Bouquet” BOM by offering you two dates per month to come and work on this magnificent appliquéd batik quilt by Edyta Sitar. Here is the best part: all the appliqué pieces are pre-cut and fusible-backed, ready to go (we won’t tell if you don’t)!

Cost: $ 30.00
Paper Piecing #1: Beginning

Come and try paper piecing. You’ll make several basic blocks and learn some tricks that make it sooooo much easier. $5 kit fee payable to the teacher

Cost: $ 30.00
Quilt Clinic

Do you have questions about batting or binding? Unsure about how to “quilt as desired?” Need time to finish those UFOs that are piling up? Then Quilt Clinic is for you! You will have a block of time in which to work on your own project with a teacher available to assist you. Be sure to bring your pattern or book.

Cost: $ 30.00
Scrambled Tabletopper

This class will show you a great way to use those cute little "candy" fabric bundles, or use up those scraps, OR BOTH!

Cost: $ 30.00
Spider Web Quilt

This quilt is easy to make and fun to sew. You can use scraps from your stash or a jelly roll makes sewing even easier.

Cost: $ 30.00
Table Top Quilts: Pineapple

In this workshop you will discover how to create a table top decorator quilt which fits over an 8 ½” x 11” frame. The quilt can be changed quickly and easily with the seasons or makes a great gift. We will also discuss some tips and techniques on basic quilting, cutting and pressing, machine appliqué and quilting. We will even have some ideas for more table top quilts. At the end of the day, your project will be nearly complete and ready to frame.

Cost: $ 30.00
Three Ts (Tips, Tricks, & Techniques)

If you are a quilter, this class is one you cannot miss. In each session we will discuss ways to make your quilting creations the best they can be. Learn new tips for sewing curves, new tricks for pinning triangles, and new techniques for turned edge machine appliqué. Begin with the basics and learn your way through the block. Blocks you make can be sewn into a quilt or put in a notebook for future reference.

Cost: $ 30.00
TShirt Quilt Basics

TShirt Quilt

Cost: $ 30.00

Serger

Serger Fun

Let's use your serger to make some fast, fun projects. You'll make 2 or 3 projects start to finish in class. It's amazing to see how quickly you'll get done. Please take SERGER MASTERY classes before this class. (kit fee $7.50)

Cost: $ 30.00

Software (Beyond Mastery)

Software Sampler

Bernina Software Sampler is a hit with customers and we're bringing it to SftH. Each month we will go through a software design project prepared by Bernina's best and learn some new aspect of our DesignerPlus Software. Students will get a handout and CD to take home.

Cost: $ 30.00

Software Mastery

DesignWorks #2

How to use the DesignWorks Software & Tools

Cost: $ 30.00
DesignWorks Project

Practical applications for the DesignWorks software a& tools

Cost: $ 30.00
Mastering Your Bernina Embroidery Software #1 V6

Class #1: Start with the basics of the V6 Bernina Embroidery Software. Learn to calibrate your screen. Discover the magic of the icons on the tool bars, how to resize, rotate & mirror designs, utilize thread matching, fabric settings, basic lettering functions, print designs & send designs to your machine. This class applies to both Editor Plus & Designer Plus levels of the Bernina Embroidery Software V6. This class is a prerequisite to Software #2. Things to Bring: These Version 6 classes are lecture/demo. All you need to bring is paper, pencil, and Owners Workbook. Laptops may be brought to class, however, the instructor cannot take time from class to deal with computer or software problems that may arise.

Cost: $ 30.00
Mastering Your Bernina Embroidery Software #2 V6

Class #2 Version 6: Learn how to utilize Portfolio, edit a design & auto digitize. In this class you will learn about removing overlaps, how to use the magic wand & touch on the Art Canvas portion of the software. This class applies to both Editor Plus & Designer Plus levels of the Bernina Embroidery Software V6. This class applies to both Editor Plus & Designer Plus levels of the Bernina Embroidery Software V6. Students must complete Software #1 before enrolling in Software #2. Things to Bring: These Version 6 classes are lecture/demo. All you need to bring is paper, pencil & Owners Workbook. Laptops may be brought to class, however, the instructor cannot take time from class to deal with computer or software problems that may arise.

Cost: $ 30.00
Mastering Your Bernina Embroidery Software #3 V6

Class #3: Manually digitize an embroidery design. Learn to use the new tools in V6 – morphing, carving stamp, outline effect, sculptured fill, star stitch, ripple stitch, stipple fill, contour fill, cross stitch fill & freehand drawingClass #3: Manually digitize an embroidery design. Learn to use the new tools in V6 – morphing, carving stamp, outline effect, sculptured fill, star stitch, ripple stitch, stipple fill, contour fill, cross stitch fill & freehand drawing. This class applies to the Designer Plus level of the Bernina Embroidery Software V6. Students must complete Software #1 & #2 before enrolling in Software #3. Things to Bring: These Version 6 classes are lecture/demo. All you need to bring is paper, pencil, and Owners Workbook. Laptops may be brought to class, however, the instructor cannot take time from class to deal with computer or software problems that may arise.

Cost: $ 30.00
Mastering Your Bernina Embroidery Software #4 V6

Learn basic navigation of Art Canvas, the CorelDRAW Essentials 4 portion of the Bernina Embroidery Software V6. This class applies to the Designer Plus level of the Bernina Embroidery Software V6. Students must complete Software #1, #2 & #3 before enrolling in Software #4. Things to Bring: These Version 6 classes are lecture/demo. All you need to bring is paper, pencil, and Owners Workbook. Laptops may be brought to class, however, the instructor cannot take time from class to deal with computer or software problems that may arise.

Cost: $ 30.00

Special Events

FEETures

Each class will "feature" different BERNINA presser feet, how to use them, and what techniques you can do.

Cost: $ 20.00

Workshops & Seminars

Claudia Dinnell Workshop

In the 2 Day workshop students will learn to Load, Convert and Save pictures in Bernina Designer Plus V6 software through Art Canvas. Create line designs from a .bmp using the Single, Triple and Backstitch Outlines. Develop an appreciation for the incredible Blackwork Run Tool to meld lines together to avoid jump stitches! Claudia’s Creation’s exclusive technique for using First Stitch Marks makes perfect placement easy and accurate. Learn the value of the Break Apart Tool and when and why it is used. Understand and manage the Reshape Tool for perfecting designs.

Cost: $ 120.00
Flower in a Day Workshop

The instructor will provide a group of flower photos which have been altered in photoshop and printed on fabric for students to embellish with free motion stitching and other embellishments. The picture will be mounted and the edges finished with a triple satin stitch ready to hang. These make great gifts.

Cost: $ 60.00
Pants Drafting Workshop

This is a great pant drafting class. You'll be able to construct a perfectly fitted pair of pants after you take this class.

Cost: $ 70.00
Photoshop to Fabric Workshop

This class is an introduction to using Photoshop Elements Version 7 or later to prepare photos for printing on fabric. Students will experiment with artistic filters, editing tools, and print settings to get better printouts on prepared fabric sheets. Discussion will include what is needed in digital photographs to get the best printouts.

Cost: $ 60.00