6D Embroidery Software Class 2

This class is for 6D Owners of all levels.

Covered in this session

  1. 6D Embroidery – Menu Overview
  2. Explorer Functions
  3. 6D Card Shop – (Extra and Premier Owners)

Come learn how to use your new 6D Embroidery, 6D Embroidery Extra, and 6D Premier Software.

You will need to have your machine software or  6D loaded on your laptop computer and bring your computer and dongle to class.  Don’t forget paper and pen to take notes.

No internet connection available in the store.

PLEASE CALL 225-293-1158 TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT IN THIS CLASS.

Quilting on the Embroidery Machine

Learn to use your embroidery machine to quilt your beautiful quilts – through the three layers!  Your machine will stitch easily through the layers to create precise, gorgeous quilt motifs.  No more free motion, and lots of beautiful precision!

You will need to pay $10 for designs for class, or receive 50% off your purchase of Emb 240 Most Popular Quilting Designs.

A supply list for the class will be provided when you pay your registration fee; please come in to the store to pick it up as soon as possible.  Your space is only temporary until you pay your registration fee.

What to Bring:  In addition to the supply list items, sewing/embroidery machine and hoops, sewing accessories, machine user guide,  scissors, etc.  In some cases, you will be expected to come with fabric cut, patterns traced, etc., so be sure to read your supply list carefully prior to class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Foot of the Month Quilt: Open Workshop

Learn how to use multiple Viking feet to accomplish a sampler quilt at the end of a rotating twelve months.  The finished quilt will be approximately 49″L x 40″W. We used six different fabrics.

Each block gives specific fabric, notions, feet, accessories and cutting requirements as well as instructions to make the block.   Note:  This will be a sewing class, not embroidery.

A supply list for the class will be provided when you pay your registration fee; please come in to the store to pick it up as soon as possible.  Your space is only temporary until you pay your registration fee.

What to Bring:  In addition to the supply list items, sewing machine, sewing accessories, machine user guide,  scissors, etc.  In some cases, you will be expected to come with fabric cut, patterns traced, etc., so be sure to read your supply list carefully prior to class.

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Free Motion Quilting: The Basics

Do you ever want to do your own decorative quilting on your completed quilt tops? You can, with a little instruction and a lot of practice! In this class, you will learn the basics in managing your free motion quilting – loops, handwriting, motifs.

A supply list will be provided once you pay your registration fee, which needs to be gathered and prepared in advance, so we can take full advantage of the class time for quilting!  Please come in to the store to pick it up as soon as possible.  Your space is only temporary until you pay your registration fee.

What to Bring:  In addition to the supply list items, sewing machine, sewing accessories, machine user guide,  scissors, etc.  If you have an extension table, it is highly recommended.  If you have quilter’s gloves, they are also recommended.  We will discuss all of these tools and their relative value during class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Creative Class – Cat’s Meow Applique

Are you wanting to learn applique we will show you how to place and complete your applique using the Lunch Box Quilts Cat’s Meow Designs, then turn it into a great tote.

LUNCH BOX QUILTS CATS MEOW Designs
Viking or Singer Embroidery/Sewing Machine
24” x 38” canvas or other durable fabric
52” of webbing for the strap

There is a $10 fee for this class.

6D Embroidery I (Software)

Learn about the primary functions of the 6D Embroidery software.  Find and load, combine, resize, add lettering to designs.  Create endless designs, and repeat components of designs using the Encore wizard.  This is a great beginning to your use of the 6D Software system.

What to Bring:  Laptop with software installed, laptop peripherals, USB stick, 6D dongle

Who should Register:  Owners of 6D Embroidery, 6D Embroidery Extra, or 6D Premier.

We strongly recommend you attend 6D Explorer before you attend this class.

There is no charge for this class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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6D Embroidery II: Embroidery Extra (Software)

Learn about the primary functions of 6D Embroidery Extra.  Use the Monogram, Express Design, Background and Split Design wizards; use the Quilt Block and Photo Stitch wizards.  Learn to edit your designs one stitch at a time, or remove blocks of stitches.  Use the Express Design Wizard to do basic design digitizing.

What to Bring:  Laptop with software installed, laptop peripherals, USB stick, 5D dongle

Who should Register:  Owners of 6D Embroidery Extra or 6D Premier.

Please attend 6D Embroidery I before attending this class.

There is no cost for this class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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6D Explorer (Software)

Learn about the primary functions of the 6D Explorer Plug In, Machine Communications, and Quick Font programs which are available as a free download for you on the husqvarnaviking.com website when you purchase your embroidery machine.  These include:  Viewing designs, viewing design info, sending design from PC to your embroidery machine,creating embroidery fonts from PC fonts.

What to Bring:  Laptop with software installed, laptop peripherals, USB stick

Who should Register:  Any Husqvarna Viking Embroidery machine owner should sign up.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Sergers Owners Class #1

Serger Basics

This class is an introduction to your new serger. Learn the basic features of your machine including basic serger stitches. Please bring your machine, accessories, machine owner’s manual, and serger thread.  Don’t forget paper and pen to take notes.

 

Includes the following machines:

Singer ProFinish

Husqvarna Viking® H|Class™ 200S

Husqvarna Viking® Huskylock™ s21

Husqvarna Viking® Huskylock™ s25

 

There is no charge for this class if the machine was purchased from a Viking Sewing Gallery.  Need to bring your machine, power cord, foot control, and book to class.

6D Embroidery I (Software)

Learn about the primary functions of the 6D Embroidery software.  Find and load, combine, resize, add lettering to designs.  Create endless designs, and repeat components of designs using the Encore wizard.  This is a great beginning to your use of the 6D Software system.

What to Bring:  Laptop with software installed, laptop peripherals, USB stick, 6D dongle

Who should Register:  Owners of 6D Embroidery, 6D Embroidery Extra, or 6D Premier.

We strongly recommend you attend 6D Explorer before you attend this class.

There is no charge for this class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Serger III: Coverstitch and Chain Stitch

Husqvarna Viking sergers can be used for advanced functions and decorative stitching.  In this class, we focus on threading for the cover stitch and chain stitch.  Learn about starting and ending your cover stitch, and about creating thread chains using the chain stitch.

What to Bring:  Serger, serger accessories, machine user guide, scissors, serger thread (4), C stitch plate cover.

Who should Register:  Anyone with a Husqvarna Viking Serger which has a chain stitch looper (ask us if you are unsure!)

There is no charge for this class.

Please take this class after attending at least Serger I:  Serger Basics.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Owners Class #4 – Advanced Embroidery

Connectivity and Advanced Embroidery

Embroidery Basics was just the start.  During this Connectivity and Advanced Embroidery Class, you will customize designs and learn how to interface your machine with your computer.  You can then transfer designs to and from your computer directly to your embroidery machine (Diamond Royal and Ruby). Or save on your USB stick. Please bring your embroidery machine, all accessories, embroidery arm and your computer if it is a laptop.

Includes the following machines:

  • Husqvarna Viking® Designer Ruby deLuxe™
  • Husqvarna Viking® Designer Diamond deLuxe™ 

Having attended Machine Introduction, Decorative Stitches and Embroidery Basics are helpful, but not necessary.

There is no charge for this class if the machine was purchased from a Viking Sewing Gallery. You need to bring your machine, embroidery arm, power cord, foot control, and book to class.

Space is limited.

You will receive a 15% discount on anything you purchase the day of class. (excludes machines and software).

PLEASE CALL 225-293-1158 TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT IN THIS CLASS.

 

Serger II: Serging Stitches

Expand your knowledge of Husqvarna Viking serging!  In this class we focus on threading for the 3-thread flatlock stitch, 3-thread rolled edge, and 2-thread rolled edge.  Learn about the two-thread converter, decorative threads, and use of Bulky Nylon for the  rolled edge stitches.

What to Bring:  Serger, serger accessories, machine user guide, scissors, serger thread (4).

Who should Register:  Anyone with a Husqvarna Viking Serger

There is no charge for this class.

You should attend Serger I:  Serger Basics before attending this class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Creative Pot Holders

Ladies, are your pot holders beginning to look tired and worn? Do you need a easy gift for those Chefs in your life? This class will show you how to make quick and easy pot holders.

6D Embroidery II: Embroidery Extra (Software)

Learn about the primary functions of 6D Embroidery Extra.  Use the Monogram, Express Design, Background and Split Design wizards; use the Quilt Block and Photo Stitch wizards.  Learn to edit your designs one stitch at a time, or remove blocks of stitches.  Use the Express Design Wizard to do basic design digitizing.

What to Bring:  Laptop with software installed, laptop peripherals, USB stick, 5D dongle

Who should Register:  Owners of 6D Embroidery Extra or 6D Premier.

Please attend 6D Embroidery I before attending this class.

There is no cost for this class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Serger III: Coverstitch and Chain Stitch

Husqvarna Viking sergers can be used for advanced functions and decorative stitching.  In this class, we focus on threading for the cover stitch and chain stitch.  Learn about starting and ending your cover stitch, and about creating thread chains using the chain stitch.

What to Bring:  Serger, serger accessories, machine user guide, scissors, serger thread (4), C stitch plate cover.

Who should Register:  Anyone with a Husqvarna Viking Serger which has a chain stitch looper (ask us if you are unsure!)

There is no charge for this class.

Please take this class after attending at least Serger I:  Serger Basics.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Serger II: Serging Stitches

Expand your knowledge of Husqvarna Viking serging!  In this class we focus on threading for the 3-thread flatlock stitch, 3-thread rolled edge, and 2-thread rolled edge.  Learn about the two-thread converter, decorative threads, and use of Bulky Nylon for the  rolled edge stitches.

What to Bring:  Serger, serger accessories, machine user guide, scissors, serger thread (4).

Who should Register:  Anyone with a Husqvarna Viking Serger

There is no charge for this class.

You should attend Serger I:  Serger Basics before attending this class.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to set up and be ready for class to start on time!

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Owner’s Class 3 (Embroidery) , September 8, 2 pm

 

Learn the basics of machine embroidery with your new machine and finish your first project!  Bring a Hand Towel (the kind with loops – new or old!), your Machine and Embroidery Unit, your USB stick, and your smallest hoop.

XL-400 Singer owners do need to bring a laptop, and your USB cable or reserve time on the shop PC.

If you need help getting your machine in from your car, call us from your cell phone when you arrive at 512-340-0640, we’ll be happy to help. Don’t forget that all important power cord and foot control.

Class space is limited, click below to REGISTER or call 512-340-0640 soon to reserve your seat! Please call to check availability for “day of class” registration.

 

 

SOFTWARE CLUB AUGUST 20

SORRY, THIS CLASS IS SOLD OUT

Learn to make easy Applique designs with our software. This class is for 5D Extra or 5DPro, or 6D Extra or 6D Premier.

Bring your computer, dongle and USB stick for your embroidery machine.

No charge for this class if your software was purchase at this store.

AMERICAN GIRL SEWING CLASS

{b0834f76-37da-470b-9066-4f1570c56a66}_am-girl-1Reserve your spot today!  Bring your child or grandchild for a fun, hands-on sewing class featuring an exclusive American Girl project.  Space is limited.  2 hour Class Fee $49  includes limited Edition American Girl Kit.

Let’s get those SERGERS rolling!

Make a scarf using the rolled hem stitch on your serger. This project is great for gift giving!

Supplies:

Your serger
1/2 yard of a lightweight fabric like Simply Silky
1 spool of coordinating serger thread
2 spools of coordinating bulky nylon serger thread
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Mesquite Embroidery Club – August 2014

Purse 2014Join us for an exciting embroidery project on the second Saturday of each month. Learn different techniques to get the most from your embroidery machine. Call or come by to reserve your seat. Space is limited.

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Supplies:
 HUSQVARNA VIKING® Clear Open Toe Foot
 HUSQVARNA VIKING® Quilters ¼” Piecing Foot
 HUSQVARNA VIKING® Closed Toe Free Motion Spring Foot
 HUSQVARNA VIKING® Narrow Zipper Foot
 INSPIRA® Tear Away Stabilizer 12” wide
 Fabric A – outside pieces – ¼ yard
 Fabric B – decorative strip and zipper ends – scrap 8” x 4”
 Fabric C – lining and decorative piece on front – ¼” yard
 Cotton Batting – 11½” by 16”
 12” nylon zipper
 Sewing thread to coordinate with fabric
 Robison Anton 40wt. rayon embroidery thread in 2 colors to coordinate with fabric
 Bobbin thread
 Rotary cutter, mat and ruler
 Iron and pressing surface
 Scissors
 pins

Block of the Month Park Bench Quilt

This block of the month features 8 unique blocks all created with the Sidekick and Hex N More Rulers. There are no pesky Y seams. This project lends itself to  fat quarters and fat eights (what’s in your stash).

Join us for this monthly get together. Each session will spend time cutting and piecing.

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Call 734-975-4525 to sign up for this class.

Embroidery Basics

This class is just the beginning of the wonderful world of Husqvarna Viking embroidery! It gives you basic instructions on how to achieve beautiful embroidery using your new Husqvarna Viking embroidery machine.

Please bring our machine, embroidery unit, USB stick with designs, design book, bobbin filled with bobbin fill, and embroidery thread.

Includes the following machines:
Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 20
Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 25
Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 30
Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 50
Husqvarna Viking Designer Ruby deLuxe

Husqvarna Viking Designer Diamond deLuxe
Husqvarna Viking Designer Diamond Royale

Embroidery Basics

This class is just the beginning of the wonderful world of Husqvarna Viking embroidery! It gives you basic instructions on how to achieve beautiful embroidery using your new Husqvarna Viking embroidery machine.

Please bring our machine, embroidery unit, USB stick with designs, design book, bobbin filled with bobbin fill, and embroidery thread.

Includes the following machines:
Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 20
Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 25
Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 30
Husqvarna Viking Designer Topaz 50
Husqvarna Viking Designer Ruby deLuxe

Husqvarna Viking Designer Diamond deLuxe
Husqvarna Viking Designer Diamond Royale

Decorative Sewing

Learn to use your machine’s decorative stitches and how to program on your new machine. Please bring your machine, all accessories, power cord, foot control, machine user’s guide, and sewing thread. Having attended New Owner’s class is helpful, but not necessary.

No charge for this class.

Decorative Sewing

Learn to use your machine’s decorative stitches and how to program on your new machine. Please bring your machine, all accessories, power cord, foot control, machine user’s guide, and sewing thread. Having attended New Owner’s class is helpful, but not necessary.

No charge for this class.

New Owner’s Class

Join us with your new sewing machine and a spool of thread to learn all the benefits of the features and accessories you have.

New Owner’s Class

Join us with your new sewing machine and a spool of thread to learn all the benefits of the features and accessories you have.

Sew-port Group

Do you need support or advice with an embroidery or sewing project? Join us for Sew-port Group!
Let us help you get the most out of your Singer or Viking machine. Meet other Singer/Viking owners, share tips and get inspired! Call to reserve your seat–space is limited.

Sew-port Group

Do you need support or advice with an embroidery or sewing project? Join us for Sew-port Group!
Let us help you get the most out of your Singer or Viking machine. Meet other Singer/Viking owners, share tips and get inspired! Call to reserve your seat–space is limited.

Sew-port Group

Do you need support or advice with an embroidery or sewing project? Join us for Sew-port Group!
Let us help you get the most out of your Singer or Viking machine. Meet other Singer/Viking owners, share tips and get inspired! Call to reserve your seat–space is limited.

Sew-port Group

Do you need support or advice with an embroidery or sewing project? Join us for Sew-port Group!
Let us help you get the most out of your Singer or Viking machine. Meet other Singer/Viking owners, share tips and get inspired! Call to reserve your seat–space is limited.

Creative Classes- “Quilting Square” Demo

Class introducing customers to the world Husqvarna Viking sewing machines! You will actually complete a quilting square with instructions on how to complete the quilt at home. All materials included.

$10

American Girl Sewing Class

Join us for a special sewing class inspired by Isabelle- American Girl’s Girl of the Year. Bring your fashionable young designer (8years+) and her doll too! Enjoy this special class where you will both learn how to make a cute fabric bracelet and how to use your sewing machine to creatively embellish items you may have at home. Supply list provided when you sign up. Come in today!!

$25

Embroidery- Owner’s Class #3

This class is just the beginning of the wonderful world of Husqvarna Viking® embroidery!  It gives basic   instructions on how to achieve beautiful embroidery using your new Husqvarna Viking® embroidery machine. Please bring your machine, embroidery unit, USB stick with designs, design book, bobbin filled with bobbin fill, and embroidery thread.

Includes the following machines:

  Husqvarna Viking® Designer Topaz™ 20

  Husqvarna Viking® Designer Topaz™ 30

  Husqvarna Viking® Designer Ruby deluxe™

  Husqvarna Viking® Designer Diamond deluxe™

Having attended Machine Introduction and Decorative Stitches is helpful, but not necessary.

 No charge for class.

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Decorative Stitching- Owner’s Class #2

Learn to use your machine’s decorative stitches and how to program on your new machine.  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

Having attended Machine Introduction is helpful, but not necessary.

No charge for this class.

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Futura Owner’s Class

This class is just the beginning of the wonderful world of Husqvarna Viking® and Singer embroidery!  It gives basic instructions on how to achieve beautiful embroidery using your new  Singer XL-420 embroidery machine. Please bring your machine, embroidery unit, USB stick with designs, design book, bobbin filled with bobbin fill, and embroidery thread.

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6D Software-Owner’s Class #4

Embroidery Basics was just the start.  During this Connectivity and Advanced Embroidery Class, you will customize designs and learn how to interface your machine with your computer.  You can then transfer designs to and from   your computer directly to your embroidery machine. Bringing your laptop is optional.

Includes the following machines:

  Husqvarna Viking® Designer Ruby deLuxe™

  Husqvarna Viking® Designer Diamond deLuxe™

Having attended Machine Introduction, Decorative Stitches and Embroidery Basics are helpful, but not necessary.

No charge for class.

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Machine Intro-Owner’s Class #1

This class is just the beginning of the wonderful world of Husqvarna Viking® embroidery!  It gives basic   instructions on how to achieve beautiful embroidery using your new Husqvarna Viking® embroidery machine. Please bring your machine, embroidery unit, USB stick with designs, design book, bobbin filled with bobbin fill, and embroidery thread.Includes the following machines:Husqvarna Viking® Designer Topaz™ 20Husqvarna Viking® Designer Topaz™ 30Husqvarna Viking® Designer Ruby deluxe™Husqvarna Viking® Designer Diamond deluxe™Having attended Machine Introduction and Decorative Stitches is helpful, but not necessary.No charge for class.

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Machine Intro-Owner’s Class #1

This class is just the beginning of the wonderful world of Husqvarna Viking® embroidery!  It gives basic   instructions on how to achieve beautiful embroidery using your new Husqvarna Viking® embroidery machine. Please bring your machine, embroidery unit, USB stick with designs, design book, bobbin filled with bobbin fill, and embroidery thread.Includes the following machines:Husqvarna Viking® Designer Topaz™ 20Husqvarna Viking® Designer Topaz™ 30Husqvarna Viking® Designer Ruby deluxe™Husqvarna Viking® Designer Diamond deluxe™Having attended Machine Introduction and Decorative Stitches is helpful, but not necessary.No charge for class.

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Serger Owner’s Class #2

 

This class is an introduction to your new serger. Learn the basic features of your machine including how to overlock and coverstitch. Please bring your machine, accessories, machine owner’s manual, and serger thread.

Includes the following machines:

  Husqvarna Viking® H|Class™ 200S

  Husqvarna Viking® Huskylock™ s21

  Husqvarna Viking® Huskylock™ s25

No charge for this class.

Singer Owners Class Aug 21

Class One includes all Singer® sewing machine models.

We will teach fundamentals of your new sewing, operation, accessories while doing samples of blind hems, buttonholes, over locking & much more…

Class is free of charge.

Student Supply List:

Sewing machine/Power cord/Foot control

Accessories included with machine

User’s Guide

Quick Guide (if applicable)

Scissors

Thread

American Girl Project-Isabelle Embellished Denim Skirt

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Join us for a fun filled mother/daughter, grandmother/granddaughter, aunt/niece, friend/friend sewing event! Encourage a child’s creativity and foster a love for sewing by attending this American Girl Sewing Class. The $49 class fee includes an American Girl book and a number of trims and embellishments to decorate a purchased or premade skirt. Enroll soon – space is limited!

Supplies needed:

Denim Skirt*

Your Choice of Color Cotton Thread*

Lace, Trim or Other Embellishments
You Would Like to Add*

Ruler

Chalk Marker or Fabric Marking Pen

Straight Pins or Fusible Adhesive

Tear-Away Stabilizer (optional)

Hand Sewing Needle (optional)

*These items are not supplied. Attendee(s) will need to bring to class.

Singer Design & Sew like Isabelle, Girl of the Year Sewing Class

Help your young designer express her own genuine style!  Join us for a special sewing class inspired by American Girl’s 2014 Girl of the Year, Isabelle.  Enjoy this special class where you’ll both learn how to embellish a tote bag and to use your sewing machine to creatively embellish items you may have at home.  An adult is required for this class.  Bring your fashionable your designer (8+) and her doll too!

Embroidery Club

This month we will be using the circular attachment and making a child’s dress Come into the store to see the project

6D/5D Premier/Pro Software – Photo Stitch

Photo Stitch allows you to create embroideries from photographs. Join us to learn the process, what makes a good photograph, types of decisions you’ll have to make. Outcome of a photo stitch design vs. a regular digitized design. Using this embroidery as art. Stabilizing for this type of project. And if we have time framing.