OPEN Sewing, Quilting & Embroidery Class

You choose the project for this class! Whether it’s making a garment like a dress or a skirt, piecing a quilt, learning free motion quilting, or a machine embroidery project, we’ll take you through the project step-by-step. This is a regular weekly class; come every week or not, it’s up to you. Bring your machine, or you can use one of ours (a great way to try machine embroidery!). You’ll need all the materials that are required for your project, thread and basic sewing supplies.

Creative Class – Morrocan Medallion

morrocan tileWant to do more with your embroidery machine?

Make this beautiful Morrocan Medallion tile suitable for framing.

Sign up and pay for the class to get your materials list.  Don’t forget you get 10% off your class supplies.

Serger Basics Class II ( for S21, S25 )

 

This Serger class II will teach Coverstitch for S21 Serger and Coverstitch / 5 thread sewing for S25. There will be many techniques taught in this class to help you to know your serger and be able to do all those many projects you are looking forward to doing.

Prerequisite for this class is to take Serger Class I . This will reserve your spot in this class.

Bring Serger, book, all accessories, four different colors of thread, scissors.

 

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Serger Basics Class I

Conquer threading, loopers and adjusting tension on your new Serger  purchased from our Viking Sewing Gallery.

You will need to bring Your Serger, four different colors of thread and scissors to class.

Limited space so sign up early.

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Embroidery Basics II 5D/ 6D Software

Husqvarna Viking 6D Software System  Class & 5D Extra

Learn how to use your new Software purchased from us. You will learn the basic software operations.

You will be signed up for this class automatically when you take Software class I – Connect & Organizer 6D & 5D .

MUST HAVE SOFTWARE LOADED on your computer and the dongle working.

Supply list: dongle, software book. Bring laptop (if you have one,) & must have mouse.

 

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Connectivity and Embroidery Basics 5D/ 6D Software

Husqvarna Viking 5D Software Class I. 5D Connect and Organizer Program

Learn how to connect your memory stick to your new Embroidery Machine and connect to your computer on the Deluxe models.

You will learn the basic organizing  on your laptop. We will do a overview of the 5D or 6D software and get you ready for software class..

MUST HAVE SOFTWARE LOADED on your computer

Supply list: Bring Machine,memory stick ,  Bring laptop  (if you have one) with connection cable  & mouse

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Viking Embroidery Basics Class III Series of 4

Learn how to use your new  Embroidery Machines purchased from our Viking Sewing Store. There is a series of classes depending on the Sewing Machine you have purchased.

Class III: Designer Topaz 20, 30,50 Designer Ruby, Designer Diamond Royale & Deluxe

This class will show embroidery basics and getting to know your new machine. This will include  putting in  embroidery designs, stabilizers, hooping , threading and many other great tips on getting the most out of your new machine.

Requirement: Bring your machine, Embroidery Unit, Embroidery thread, bobbin thread, scissors and all accessories to class.

Class is a series classes ( depending on machine you purchased) You will automatically be signed up for next class according to your machine model. Check our store with any questions or you need to change date for any class.

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Viking Machine Decorative Class II Series of 4

Learn how to use your new Viking Sewing and Embroidery Machines purchased from our Viking Sewing Store. There is a series of classes depending on the Sewing Machine you have purchased.

Class II : Designer Topaz 20, 30,50 Designer Ruby, Designer Diamond Royale, Deluxe,  Sapphire Series, Opal 670, 650, Eden Rose.

This class will show programing in design stitches and how to get them from different menu’s. As a bonus with time allowing we will demo and sew with other accessory feet that are available to enrich your new machine.

Requirement: Bring your machine, pastel thread, scissors and all accessories to class.

Class is a series classes ( depending on machine you purchased) You will automatically be signed up for next class according to your machine model. Check our store with any questions or you need to change date for any class.

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Viking Machine Introduction Class I Series of 4

Learn how to use your new Viking Sewing and Embroidery Machines purchased from our Viking Sewing Store. There is a series of classes depending on the Sewing Machine you have purchased.

Class I : Designer Topaz 20, 30, 50 Designer Ruby, Designer Diamond Deluxe & Royale,  Sapphire Series, Opal 670, 650, Eden Rose.

This class will go over the basics of  your new machine and open up many hidden things you are able to do with your machine.

Requirement: Bring your machine, pastel thread, scissors and all accessories to class.

Class is a series class ( depending on machine you purchased) You will automatically be signed up for next class according to your machine model. Check our store with any questions or you need to change date for any class.

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Machine Introduction Class

Our new machine owner’s class is for the Viking 116, 118, H100 and Singer Machines 8763 and up.

This fun class is to teach you the basic functions on your new machine.

You will need to bring your machine, accessories, pastel thread, and scissors.

This is a complimentary class for the machines listed above.

There are many times available, please sign up early because space is limited.

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Machine Introduction Class

Our new machine owner’s class is for the Viking 116, 118, H100 and Singer Machines 8763 and up.

This fun class is to teach you the basic functions on your new machine.

You will need to bring your machine, accessories, pastel thread, and scissors.

This is a complimentary class for the machines listed above.

There are many times available, please sign up early because space is limited.

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Machine Introduction Class

Our new machine owner’s class is for the Viking 116, 118, H100 and Singer Machines 8763 and up.

This fun class is to teach you the basic functions on your new machine.

You will need to bring your machine, accessories, pastel thread, and scissors.

This is a complimentary class for the machines listed above.

There are many times available, please sign up early because space is limited.

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Serger Basics

This class is an introduction to your new serger. Learn the basic features of your machine including how to overlock and make a rolled hem. Please bring your machine, accessories, machine owner’s manual, and serger thread in green, blue, red and yellow. Includes the following machines:

  •   Singer 14CG754
  •   Husqvarna   Viking® H|Class™ 200S
  •   Husqvarna   Viking® Huskylock™ s21
  •   Husqvarna   Viking® Huskylock™ s25

No charge for this class if you have purchased your serger from Viking Sewing Gallery.

Machine Introduction

This class is an introduction to your new Husqvarna Viking® or Singer® sewing machine. Learn the basic features of your machine including how to create buttonholes and do a blind hem. Please bring your machine, all accessories, power cord, foot control, machine user’s guide, and sewing thread.

Includes the following machines:

  • All Husqvarna Viking® Models
  • All Singer® Models

No charge for this class if you purchased your machine from Viking Sewing Gallery.

Machine Introduction

This class is an introduction to your new Husqvarna Viking® or Singer® sewing machine. Learn the basic features of your machine including how to create buttonholes and do a blind hem. Please bring your machine, all accessories, power cord, foot control, machine user’s guide, and sewing thread.

Includes the following machines:

  • All Husqvarna Viking® Models
  • All Singer® Models

No charge for this class if you purchased your machine from Viking Sewing Gallery.

600E & Futura Software

Software Sunday! Every other Sunday, we devote the entire day to Software Classes.

Join us to learn or evaluate HClass 600E & Singer Futura Software from 4:00 to 6:00 pm every other Sunday.

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600E & Futura Software

Software Sunday! Every other Sunday, we devote the entire day to Software Classes.

Join us to learn or evaluate HClass 600E & Singer Futura Software from 4:00 to 6:00 pm every other Sunday.

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Software Sunday! Every other Sunday, we devote the entire day to Software Classes.

Join us to learn or evaluate 5D Embroidery, 5D Embroidery Extra or 5D Professional Plus Software from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm every other Sunday. 4D Software owners welcome too!

5D™ Embroidery & 6D™ Embroidery

Adjust, monogram, personalize and combine your embroideries. (2 modules)

5D™ Embroidery Extra & 6D™ Embroidery Extra

Create embroideries automatically and view your personalized project on a real-life background. (3 modules)

5D™ Professional Plus & 6D™ Premier

Explore every idea. This premium software package places endless possibilities within reach. (11 modules)

 

HV Sewing/Embroidery Event

Soni Grint, one of the top educators with Husqvarna Viking with be giving a lecture/demo here in Newington Viking Sewing Gallery.  She will be bringing a trunk full of beautiful samples and showing us the new Diamond Royale and 6D Software.  You won’t want to miss this event.  Space is limited, so please sign up early.

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Software Sunday! Every other Sunday, we devote the entire day to Software Classes.

Join us to learn or evaluate 5D Embroidery, 5D Embroidery Extra or 5D Professional Plus Software from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm every other Sunday. 4D Software owners welcome too!

5D™ Embroidery & 6D™ Embroidery

Adjust, monogram, personalize and combine your embroideries. (2 modules)

5D™ Embroidery Extra & 6D™ Embroidery Extra

Create embroideries automatically and view your personalized project on a real-life background. (3 modules)

5D™ Professional Plus & 6D™ Premier

Explore every idea. This premium software package places endless possibilities within reach. (11 modules)

 

Quilt Des Creator

Software Sunday! Every other Sunday, we devote the entire day to Software Classes.

Join us to learn or evaluate Quilt Design Creator from 1 to 2pm every other Sunday.

Whether long arm frame quilting or embroidering, customize your quilting masterpiece in more meaningful and unique ways.

5D™ QuiltDesign Creator

Create your own quilt designs

  • Automatically create quilt blocks with the step by step software wizards
  • Automatically create quilt designs from a picture
  • Outline or fill in an area with traditional echo quilting
  • Choose from US or metric measurements
  • Create amazing quilting fill areas automatically
  • Embellish your designs with special line effects
  • Import and Export automated quilter and embroidery designs

Personalize your labels

  • Design a personalized embroidered quilt label with the 5D™ QuiltDesign Label Creator*
  • Split your quilt block or label to fit your embroidery machine hoops with the 5D™ QuiltDesign Embroidery Splitter*
  • Create lettering from most TrueType® and OpenType® fonts on your computer

See your quilt finished before you start

  • View quilt designs on actual fabrics or quilt block diagrams
  • Photograph your quilt and import into 5D™ QuiltDesign Vision

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Quilt Des Creator

Software Sunday! Every other Sunday, we devote the entire day to Software Classes.

Join us to learn or evaluate Quilt Design Creator from 1 to 2pm every other Sunday.

Whether long arm frame quilting or embroidering, customize your quilting masterpiece in more meaningful and unique ways.

5D™ QuiltDesign Creator

Create your own quilt designs

  • Automatically create quilt blocks with the step by step software wizards
  • Automatically create quilt designs from a picture
  • Outline or fill in an area with traditional echo quilting
  • Choose from US or metric measurements
  • Create amazing quilting fill areas automatically
  • Embellish your designs with special line effects
  • Import and Export automated quilter and embroidery designs

Personalize your labels

  • Design a personalized embroidered quilt label with the 5D™ QuiltDesign Label Creator*
  • Split your quilt block or label to fit your embroidery machine hoops with the 5D™ QuiltDesign Embroidery Splitter*
  • Create lettering from most TrueType® and OpenType® fonts on your computer

See your quilt finished before you start

  • View quilt designs on actual fabrics or quilt block diagrams
  • Photograph your quilt and import into 5D™ QuiltDesign Vision

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Embroidery/Software Club

It’s Fonts, Fonts and more Fonts! We are exploring everything the letter tab can do as well as computer quick fonts and the Monogram program.  Learn to adjust a font to suit a specific size or space, change fill patterns, angles and work with all the line types.  You will be ready to monogram anything for the holidays.  Bring your laptop if your software is installed and we will design a sampler in class. The store computer can be used but may have to be shared. Please remember to bring your dongles and USB flash drive. Requirements: 5D Embroidery or higher software.

October Viking Club

Get ready for fall with a new calendar quilt wall hanging.  Doris has made the Pilgrim Hat Calendar Quilt for class this month. The pattern has three quilts included for you to make. Learn to use the new Prairie Pointer tool and machine appliqué.  This a great project for both the beginner quilter and the expert.

FOOT CLUB

Everyone is invited to come learn how to use Husqvarna Viking feet. .  I will show you all the feet that help make your projects a little easier and to add a professional finish!  This November we will be featuring Home Dec feet: The ruffler, piping feet, welt feet and gathering foot. These are so helpful in adding just the right touch to your projects or ready mades to make them special.  Take advantage of these ongoing classes to get full value of your machine.  Bring in a show and tell and your name goes into a drawing for a notion of the month.   No need to sign up or bring your machine just come with a show n tell. If you don’t have a show n tell that’s ok.

HOLIDAY SERGER BASKET

 

Have some fun… join us in making this easy holiday basket using decorative serger techniques.

Supply List

1/2 Yard Holiday Cotton Fabric

*Cut – (2) 12 1/2″ Squares

            (2) 2 1/2″ x 30″ Strips

            (2) 2″ x 20″ Strips –  Contrasting fabric if desired for box.  Cut longer for longer bow tails.

1/2 Yard Two Sided Fusible Ultra Strong Stabilizer  (Pellon 72F  at Joann’s)

*Cut – (1) 12 1/2″ Square

            (1) 2 1/2′ x  30″ Strip

1/8 Yard Regular Fusible Web (Heat & Bond or Wonder Under)

1 or 2 spools of  30 – 12 weight decorative cotton thread (I used Aunt Lydias metallic #10 and DMC #12)

1 or 2 spools of regular matching thread

90/14 Topstitch Needles  (VSG# 620099096)

Applique Pressing Sheet (VSG#140000331)

Supplied:  10″ Cut Coat Hanger and 30 gauge wire

**Please pre-cut your fabrics in order to save time in class.**

SEE YOU ON THE 25th OR 27th!

Rag Quilt #2

Learn basic quilting techniques while making a  rag quilt.

Class will include two 2 hour sessions to complete the project.

Cost of class is $30 plus materials.

Class dates:

Friday, October 18 from 5:00-7:00

Friday, October 25 from 5:00-7:00

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Rag Quilt #1

Learn basic quilting techniques while making a  rag quilt.

Class will include two 2 hour sessions to complete the project.

Cost of class is $30 plus materials.

Class dates:

Friday, October 18 from 5:00-7:00

Friday, October 25 from 5:00-7:00

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Software Two ~ 6D Embroidery

This class is for those who have purchased additional 6D Embroidery software.  We will cover 6D Embroidery – Basic, exploring how it works and what you can do with this module.  Learn to resize, combine, use encore and much, much more!  Shape and add your lettering to your designs with ease!

Please bring:

Laptop computer, power cord, mouse, paper and pencil for notes, your USB stick, and dongle.  Please have your software loaded on your computer.  Call us if you need help with loading the disk.

If you don’t have a laptop, you can buddy up or use our store computer for your class time.

Do not bring your machine for this class: this is a Software class.

Those invited include:

All Husqvarna Viking Software owners with 6D Basic, 6D Embroidery Extra and 6D Premier Embroidery.

Please take Software Class I first.

 

 

Dot Party Quilt Class 3

Come join our new evening quilt club.

Our first quilt will be Dot Party by Jaybird quilts.

Dot Party Quilt Pattern was designed by Julie Herman of Jaybird Quilts. It is  A great beginner to intermediate quilt that goes together very fast. This pattern includes directions for using 10″ squares and 5″ squares.
This pattern includes 5 different quilt sizes from Baby to King.

The materials list will be e-mailed to you when you sign up.

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Dot Party Quilt Class 2

Come join our new evening quilt club.

Our first quilt will be Dot Party by Jaybird quilts.

Dot Party Quilt Pattern was designed by Julie Herman of Jaybird Quilts. It is  A great beginner to intermediate quilt that goes together very fast. This pattern includes directions for using 10″ squares and 5″ squares.
This pattern includes 5 different quilt sizes from Baby to King.

The materials list will be e-mailed to you when you sign up.

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Dot Party Quilt class 1

Come join our new evening quilt club.

Our first quilt will be Dot Party by Jaybird quilts.

Dot Party Quilt Pattern was designed by Julie Herman of Jaybird Quilts. It is  A great beginner to intermediate quilt that goes together very fast. This pattern includes directions for using 10″ squares and 5″ squares.
This pattern includes 5 different quilt sizes from Baby to King.

The materials list will be e-mailed to you when you sign up.

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A Place in the Sun Quilt Club

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It’s time to start a new quilt! This quilt will take 12 sessions to complete

This session we will make a quilt that is completely quilted in the hoop

  • Jenny’s Magic ‘Quilting in the Hoop’ (blocks, sashing, cornerstones and borders)
  • Stitch Cutting lines, so no measuring required
  • Embroidered Appliqué
  • Pieced with flat seams
  • 30 A Place in the Sun designs
  • Detailed step-by-step pictures and a group to learn from and with

A Place in the Sun is a double-sided quilt totally created in a 200mm x 200mm hoop, and pieced with the Jenny Join for a perfectly flat seam. This is a quilt that incorporates traditional patchwork and quilting techniques that are all achieved in an embroidery hoop that takes advantage of 21st century technology.  These Jenny’s Magic techniques include: multi-layered embroidered applique, quilting and built-in cutting lines to eliminate the need of ever measuring before cutting. All parts and sections of A Place in the Sun are stitched (both quilting and applique) in a hoop: blocks, sashing, cornerstones and borders (including the scallops). Add to this A Place in the Sun is a double-sided quilt as well! We trust you will enjoy this fascinating journey to your special ‘place in the sun’ and that you will be as excited by the easy techniques as we were creating them. Jenny would like to invite you to view the work of her talented friends: Paula Bramwell, Regula Muller, Bernadette Robinson, Margaret Moorehead, Debi Reese, Ruth Osborn, Gina Hodgers, Linda Hopkins, Jo Ann Horton, Jill Wilcox, Danielle Brown and Joanne Wearing (along with the amazing Simon and Robbie) as they showcase their creative skills in the gallery at the back of the book. Each artist provides free directions (as a download) for their projects so you can take advantage of their knowledge and creativity.

A Place in the Sun Quilt Club

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It’s time to start a new quilt! This quilt will take 12 sessions to complete

This session we will make a quilt that is completely quilted in the hoop

  • Jenny’s Magic ‘Quilting in the Hoop’ (blocks, sashing, cornerstones and borders)
  • Stitch Cutting lines, so no measuring required
  • Embroidered Appliqué
  • Pieced with flat seams
  • 30 A Place in the Sun designs
  • Detailed step-by-step pictures and a group to learn from and with

A Place in the Sun is a double-sided quilt totally created in a 200mm x 200mm hoop, and pieced with the Jenny Join for a perfectly flat seam. This is a quilt that incorporates traditional patchwork and quilting techniques that are all achieved in an embroidery hoop that takes advantage of 21st century technology.  These Jenny’s Magic techniques include: multi-layered embroidered applique, quilting and built-in cutting lines to eliminate the need of ever measuring before cutting. All parts and sections of A Place in the Sun are stitched (both quilting and applique) in a hoop: blocks, sashing, cornerstones and borders (including the scallops). Add to this A Place in the Sun is a double-sided quilt as well! We trust you will enjoy this fascinating journey to your special ‘place in the sun’ and that you will be as excited by the easy techniques as we were creating them. Jenny would like to invite you to view the work of her talented friends: Paula Bramwell, Regula Muller, Bernadette Robinson, Margaret Moorehead, Debi Reese, Ruth Osborn, Gina Hodgers, Linda Hopkins, Jo Ann Horton, Jill Wilcox, Danielle Brown and Joanne Wearing (along with the amazing Simon and Robbie) as they showcase their creative skills in the gallery at the back of the book. Each artist provides free directions (as a download) for their projects so you can take advantage of their knowledge and creativity.

A Place in the Sun Quilt Club

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It’s time to start a new quilt! This quilt will take 12 sessions to complete

This session we will make a quilt that is completely quilted in the hoop

  • Jenny’s Magic ‘Quilting in the Hoop’ (blocks, sashing, cornerstones and borders)
  • Stitch Cutting lines, so no measuring required
  • Embroidered Appliqué
  • Pieced with flat seams
  • 30 A Place in the Sun designs
  • Detailed step-by-step pictures and a group to learn from and with

A Place in the Sun is a double-sided quilt totally created in a 200mm x 200mm hoop, and pieced with the Jenny Join for a perfectly flat seam. This is a quilt that incorporates traditional patchwork and quilting techniques that are all achieved in an embroidery hoop that takes advantage of 21st century technology.  These Jenny’s Magic techniques include: multi-layered embroidered applique, quilting and built-in cutting lines to eliminate the need of ever measuring before cutting. All parts and sections of A Place in the Sun are stitched (both quilting and applique) in a hoop: blocks, sashing, cornerstones and borders (including the scallops). Add to this A Place in the Sun is a double-sided quilt as well! We trust you will enjoy this fascinating journey to your special ‘place in the sun’ and that you will be as excited by the easy techniques as we were creating them. Jenny would like to invite you to view the work of her talented friends: Paula Bramwell, Regula Muller, Bernadette Robinson, Margaret Moorehead, Debi Reese, Ruth Osborn, Gina Hodgers, Linda Hopkins, Jo Ann Horton, Jill Wilcox, Danielle Brown and Joanne Wearing (along with the amazing Simon and Robbie) as they showcase their creative skills in the gallery at the back of the book. Each artist provides free directions (as a download) for their projects so you can take advantage of their knowledge and creativity.

Introduction to 6D™ Premier Software

6D™ Premier Software is finally here!  Come in  to see what is new in our new software. It has an entirely new look and you will love it!

This first class will just be an overview of the new system,  using the company exercises.  Bring your laptop, and follow along, or just watch and take notes.

Serger Club- Serger Quilt

What? You can use a serger to make a quilt? Really?
Yes, you can! In this class you will make a lap size serger quilt.
The best part, you put the back, the batting and the top together at the same time.
Come on in and learn how!
Please reserve ahead of time, space is limited

Embroidery Club- Design your own Tea Towels

In this month’s Embroidery Club, we will be creating our own tea towels.
Your tea towel is your blank canvas. I will have some samples of things you can do with it.
There is soooo much you can do to a tea towel. The possibilities are endless.
And… Just in time for Holiday gifts 🙂