Machine Owners Introduction – Saturday

Learn about threading the machine, bobbins, sewing on different weights of fabric, blind hems, buttonholes and more. Please bring your machine, all accessories, power cord, foot control, machine user’s guide, and sewing thread.

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Machine Owners Introduction – Thursday

Learn about threading the machine, bobbins, sewing on different weights of fabric, blind hems, buttonholes and more. Please bring your machine, all accessories, power cord, foot control, machine user’s guide, and sewing thread.

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Machine Owners Decorative Sewing – Thursday

Have some fun with twin and wing needles, pin tucks, 3 different gathering techniques and more. Please bring your machine, all accessories, power cord, foot control, machine user’s guide, and sewing thread.  Machine owners introduction class is required before taking this class.

 

 

Heirloom Pillow

Heirloom Pillow

Machine Owners Beginning Embroidery-Thursday

For the new embroidery machine owners, learn how to get your design from the computer to the machine, hooping fabric and a discussion on stabilizers, threads and bobbins.  Please bring your machine including the embroidery arm, all accessories, USB stick power cord, machine user’s guide, and embroidery thread. Machine owners introduction class is required before taking this class.

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Machine Owners Beginning Embroidery-Saturday

For the new embroidery machine owners, learn how to get your design from the computer to the machine, hooping fabric and a discussion on stabilizers, threads and bobbins.  Please bring your machine including the embroidery arm, all accessories, USB stick power cord, machine user’s guide, and embroidery thread. Machine owners introduction class is required before taking this class.

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6D Embroidery Software Class 4

Open to 6D Embroidery Premier software owners.  We will be working with the Stitch Editor and Design Creator. Learn when to use Express Design Wizard and when to go to Design Creator.  If your software is installed on a laptop, please bring it with you, including the dongle.

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6D Embroidery Software Class 3

Open to 6D Embroidery Extra and 6D Embroidery Premier software owners.  We will be exploring 6D Card Shop, the new Quilt Block Wizard and more.  If your software is installed on a laptop, please bring it with you, including the dongle.

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July Diamond/Ruby Club- Name Tags

Learn how to bring stitches from the sewing side over to the embroidery side to make a label for a quilt or name tag on the Diamond or Ruby.  We will also have a demonstration on how to make name tags with 6D software.

Diamond Club Labels

July Software Club- Cross Stitch

Doris has been playing with the cross stitch program in the software.  Learn how to design your own cross stitch pattern, use a traditional cross stitch color chart and more.  She has tips on how to embroider the project on linen and aida cloth. If don’t have 5D Pro or 6D Premier, but would like to find out more about cross stitch on the embroidery machine, this class is for you.  Bring your laptop with software and dongle or use the store computer, and bring a USB flash drive.

Cross Stitch Sample

July Embroidery Club- Quilted Hot Pad

Play with the 6D Quilt Block Wizard and the Express Design Wizard and make a quilted hot pad. We will take a clipart design, make an appliqué design and then design the quilting around it.  We will then use the embroidery machine and stitch it out. These will make great personalized gifts for the holidays.  If you do not have 6D Extra or Premier Software, our store computer may be used.

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July Embroidery Club- Quilted Hot Pad

Play with the 6D Quilt Block Wizard and the Express Design Wizard and make a quilted hot pad. We will take a clipart design, make an appliqué design and then design the quilting around it.  We will then use the embroidery machine and stitch it out. These will make great personalized gifts for the holidays.  If you do not have 6D Extra or Premier Software, our store computer may be used.

Quilt Block Wizard

July Viking Club- Petal Pillow

Make a pretty petal pillow using the circular attachment.  This is a great pillow for your teenager’s room, or use it as an accent pillow on your sofa.  Learn how to make piping and sew it on with the circular attachment.

Petal Pillow

July Viking Club- Petal Pillow

Make a pretty petal pillow using the circular attachment.  This is a great pillow for your teenager’s room, or use it as an accent pillow on your sofa.  Learn how to make piping and sew it on with the circular attachment.

Petal Pillow

Alix Graham-Michel Trunk Show

Join us for a  fun filled inspirational day with Alix Graham-Michel.  Alix has wonderful techniques to share and show from Home Décor, to Heirloom and embroidery.

Lunch will be provided.  RSVP no later than the 10th of July.

Call 702-626-6629 for more information.

Viking Sergers

 

Weekly Viking Serger class.  Learn the ins and outs of your Viking seger.

 

Class Four – Connections for Embroidery

We will cover how to get all those wonderful designs you discovered from your computer to your embroidery machine.

This includes how to use the 5D Organizer program  or the 6D Explorer.

You may bring a laptop with Organizer already installed, but it is not required.  Please download and install the program of your choice before class, if you are bringing your laptop.

Do NOT bring your embroidery machine  to this class.  You may want to bring your USB key.

 

Please email us directly to sign up for this class or call.

whitelake@vikingsewinggallery.com

(248)698-3404

Owner’s Embroidery (part 2)

Owner’s Embroidery Class 2

Learn more about embroidery on your new Husqvarna Viking or Singer sewing and embroidery machine and see examples of all the possibilities! Please bring all of your accessories and your sample book. This time, you will also need to bring a hand towel to embroider!

General Class Policy
• Please bring your own machine, accessories, and sewing/embroidery supplies to each class.
• If the class has a cost, please pay when you sign-up, so that we can be sure to have everything ready for you!   Of course, Owner’s Classes are completely free!
Please arrive early to class to set up. Class begins promptly at the time shown on the calendar with no late arrivals.
• If you are unable to make a class at the time it is scheduled or if you are running late, please call to set up an appointment for that class at another time that works for you. Also remember that space is limited, so please call us so we can be sure to reserve your spot!

Owner’s Embroidery (part 1)

Owner’s Embroidery Class 1

Learn how to embroider on your new Husqvarna Viking or Singer sewing and embroidery machine! Please bring all of your accessories, especially the sample package of threads, stabilizer, and fabric and your sample book.

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General Class Policy
• Please bring your own machine, accessories, and sewing/embroidery supplies to each class.
• If the class has a cost, please pay when you sign-up, so that we can be sure to have everything ready for you!   Of course, Owner’s Classes are completely free!
Please arrive early to class to set up. Class begins promptly at the time shown on the calendar with no late arrivals.
• If you are unable to make a class at the time it is scheduled or if you are running late, please call to set up an appointment for that class at another time that works for you. Also remember that space is limited, so please call us so we can be sure to reserve your spot!

New! Foot of the Month Block 6

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For block 6, we will do foundation piecing. The pattern is marked on stabilizer, fabric is added, decorative stitching done using the Multi-Line Decorative foot, and then, the stabilizer is torn away, leaving a pretty block!

Sewing Supplies:

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INSPIRA® universal needle size 80 620098196

INSPIRA® Tear-A-Way stabilizer 620112496

INSPIRA® Duck Bill Appliqué Scissors 20102596

Sewing thread

Robison-Anton 40 wt. rayon embroidery thread

Bobbin thread

Foot of the Month Block #5

LEARN FLAT-FELLED SEAMS

EVERYONE is welcome to come in, try and learn this technique!

9 mm Flat-felled seams such as the typical jeans seams are extremely durable and popular. They add a decorative touch when sewn with a contrasting thread. Best results will be achieved on medium to heavy weight fabrics.
While either side of the seam can be the right side, we chose to have the side with the single row of stitching be our right side.


Sewing Supplies:

• Flat Felled Foot 9 mm 4131855-45
• INSPIRA® quilting needle 620072696
• 3”wide x 25” long of EACH of four different cottons #2, #4, #5 and #6
• Sewing thread

New! Foot of the Month Block 6

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For block 6, we will do foundation piecing. The pattern is marked on stabilizer, fabric is added, decorative stitching done using the Multi-Line Decorative foot, and then, the stabilizer is torn away, leaving a pretty block!

Sewing Supplies:

Clear Open Toe Foot 413031945

Multi-Line Decorative Foot 413337145

INSPIRA® universal needle size 80 620098196

INSPIRA® Tear-A-Way stabilizer 620112496

INSPIRA® Duck Bill Appliqué Scissors 20102596

Sewing thread

Robison-Anton 40 wt. rayon embroidery thread

Bobbin thread

Viking Sergers – Beyond Essentials

Go beyond the basic and explore two, three and five techniques.  Learn to use your serger for so much more than seams.   Please bring your serger, all the accessories including foot control and power cord, four (0r five) spools of cone thread in different colors, small scissors to snip threads and a paper and pencil to take notes.                        untitled

Viking Serger Essentials

Learn the fundamentals of owning a serger – how to thread, tie off, evaluate a stitch and more. This class is for all our  new Viking serger owners.  Please bring your serger, all the accessories including foot control and power cord, four spools of cone thread in different colors, small scissors to snip threads and a paper and pencil to take notes.

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Serger Owner’s Class ***The time has changed on this class to 3pm***

Owner’s Class 1

Learn how to use, thread and take care of your serger!
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General Class Policy
• Please bring your own machine, accessories, and sewing/embroidery supplies to each class.
• If the class has a cost, please pay when you sign-up, so that we can be sure to have everything ready for you!   Of course, Owner’s Classes are completely free!
Please arrive early to class to set up. Class begins promptly at the time shown on the calendar with no late arrivals.
• If you are unable to make a class at the time it is scheduled or if you are running late, please call to set up an appointment for that class at another time that works for you. Also remember that space is limited, so please call us so we can be sure to reserve your spot!

Software

This class will walk you through the basic steps of Husqvarna Viking 6D embroidery software.   Learn how to set it up and find and organize your designs.  We will show you how to resize, add lettering and many more features of this wonderful software.

Please bring laptop with software installed and registered, and dongle activated.

There is no charge for this class. Please CALL (920) 499-0386 to reserve spot.

Software

This class will walk you through the basic steps of Husqvarna Viking 6D embroidery software.   Learn how to set it up and find and organize your designs.  We will show you how to resize, add lettering and many more features of this wonderful software.

Please bring laptop with software installed and registered, and dongle activated.

There is no charge for this class.  Please CALL (920) 499-0386 to reserve spot.

Pam’s Crazy Patch Pillow

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APPROXIMATE SIZE

15½˝x19¾˝ (38×50 cm)

SEWING SUPPLIES

Nine assorted cotton fabrics

Thin cotton fabric for the Crazy Patch base

Cord for piping – thickness ¼˝ (6 mm)

Thread – 3 different colors

Invisible Zipper 20˝ (50 cm)

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Owner’s Class 2

Owner’s Class 2

Make your first project on your machine! Learn how to use your decorative stitches and review the things you learned in Owner’s Class 1. Please bring white all-purpose thread. After taking Owner’s Class 1, everyone needs to take this class before signing up for any other classes.
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General Class Policy
• Please bring your own machine, accessories, and sewing supplies to each class.
• If the class has a cost, please pay when you sign-up. Of course, Owner’s Classes are completely free. Some of our specialty classes may be $10 unless you are already an owner of the item featured in the class or you choose to purchase the item during class for 10% off. These classes are marked with an asterisk (*). This is a great way to try an accessory that you’ve been eyeing without the commitment!
Please arrive early to class to set up. Class begins promptly at the time shown on the calendar with no late arrivals.
• If you are unable to make a class at the time it is scheduled or if you are running late, please call to set up an appointment for that class at another time that works for you. Also remember that space is limited, so please call us so we can be sure to reserve your spot!

Owner’s Class 1

Owner’s Class 1

Come learn about your machine! This class covers machine operation and maintenance! Everyone needs to take this class first, before signing up for any other classes.
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General Class Policy
• Please bring your own machine, accessories, and sewing supplies to each class.
• If the class has a cost, please pay when you sign-up. Of course, Owner’s Classes are completely free. Some of our specialty classes may be $10 unless you are already an owner of the item featured in the class or you choose to purchase the item during class for 10% off. These classes are marked with an asterisk (*). This is a great way to try an accessory that you’ve been eyeing without the commitment!
Please arrive early to class to set up. Class begins promptly at the time shown on the calendar with no late arrivals.
• If you are unable to make a class at the time it is scheduled or if you are running late, please call to set up an appointment for that class at another time that works for you. Also remember that space is limited, so please call us so we can be sure to reserve your spot!

Sit ‘n’ Sew

Sit ‘n’ Sew

If you need a little company while sewing a project, come Sit and Sew at the Viking Sewing Gallery! This class is for those at an intermediate level of sewing as it may include opinions and suggestions from a professional Viking Employee rather than instruction.

Connectivity and Advanced Embroidery – 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. Please bring your embroidery machine,  embroidery unit, USB embroidery stick  and your computer if it is a laptop.  This class is for our Diamond and Ruby and Topaz 50 owners.

NOTE: Students should install HUSQVARNA VIKING® 6DOrganizer and Communication Software before coming to class

Files are found at:

www.husqvarnaviking.com Look for Embroidery Machines Support and download the software. You will be asked to enter a code, the code is located in your User’s Guide.

Students with a laptop computer should bring it to class.

Embroidery Basics – 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, power cord, embroidery unit, USB stick with designs, design book, bobbin filled with bobbin fill, and embroidery thread. You will also need small scissors and a pen and paper to take notes.

 

Decorative Sewing – 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, a small pair of scissors and good quality sewing thread. (You might also like a pen and paper to take notes.)  This class is for all computerized Husqvarna Viking Machines.

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Sit ‘n’ Sew

Sit ‘n’ Sew

If you need a little company while sewing a project, come Sit and Sew at the Viking Sewing Gallery! This class is for those at an intermediate level of sewing as it may include opinions and suggestions from a professional Viking Employee rather than instruction.

Machine Introduction – Class One

This class is an introduction to your new Husqvarna Viking®  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  good quality pastel colored sewing thread.  This class is free. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up early to get the date you want.

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6D Software Class 4

6D Software Class 4

  1. 6D  Design Creator – Part 6 – ease of use in 6D Design Creator, using the ExpressDesign Wizard, editing design areas.
  2. Let me show you . . . . . . about Endless Hoops
  3. Optional Sessions – 6D PhotoStitch Part 7, 6D Cross Stitcher: Part 8, 6D Sketch: Part 9

 

6D Software Class 3

6D Software Class 3

  1. 6D Stitch Editor Plus – Part 5
  2. Review 6D Explorer Plug-in- Gives you a chance to play with a design of your own and make changes
  3. Let me show you . . . . . . about 6D Design Creator – Quickly demo how to create stippling in 6d Creator

 

6D Software Class 2

6D Software Class 2

  1. 6D Embroidery – Part 2 – Menu Overview – Review toolbars, new functionality, new look, review Ribbon Bar
  2. 6D Embroidery Functions: Part 3 – Basic user of the menu bars, loading design, lettering, saving / exporting.
  3. 6D Card Shop: Part 4 – Included with 6D Embroidery Extra
  4. Let me show you . . . . . . about6D Stitch Editor Plus – Quickly demo Embossing in 6D stitch Editor and/or 6D Cross Stitch

 

Sit ‘n’ Sew

Sit ‘n’ Sew

If you need a little company while sewing a project, come Sit and Sew at the Viking Sewing Gallery! This class is for those at an intermediate level of sewing as it may include opinions and suggestions from a professional Viking Employee rather than instruction.

6D Software Class 1

Software Class 1

  1. Use 6D Configure and Customize your personal setting
  2. 6D Explorer Plug-in – Organizer is replaced with Explorer Plug-in freatures. Click through basic functionality.
  3. Let me show you . . . .about 6D Embroidery Extra – Demo Lettering and Encore

 

Connectivity and Advanced Embroidery – 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. Please bring your embroidery machine,  embroidery unit, USB embroidery stick  and your computer if it is a laptop.  This class is for our Diamond and Ruby and Topaz 50 owners.

NOTE: Students should install HUSQVARNA VIKING® 6DOrganizer and Communication Software before coming to class

Files are found at:

www.husqvarnaviking.com Look for Embroidery Machines Support and download the software. You will be asked to enter a code, the code is located in your User’s Guide.

Students with a laptop computer should bring it to class.

Embroidery Basics – 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, power cord, embroidery unit, USB stick with designs, design book, bobbin filled with bobbin fill, and embroidery thread. You will also need small scissors and a pen and paper to take notes.

 

Decorative Sewing – 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, a small pair of scissors and good quality sewing thread. (You might also like a pen and paper to take notes.)  This class is for all computerized Husqvarna Viking Machines.

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Machine Introduction – Class One

This class is an introduction to your new Husqvarna Viking®  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  good quality pastel colored sewing thread.  This class is free. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up early to get the date you want.

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Viking Sergers – Beyond Essentials

Go beyond the basic and explore two, three and five techniques.  Learn to use your serger for so much more than seams.   Please bring your serger, all the accessories including foot control and power cord, four (0r five) spools of cone thread in different colors, small scissors to snip threads and a paper and pencil to take notes.                        untitled

Viking Serger Essentials

Learn the fundamentals of owning a serger – how to thread, tie off, evaluate a stitch and more. This class is for all our  new Viking serger owners.  Please bring your serger, all the accessories including foot control and power cord, four spools of cone thread in different colors, small scissors to snip threads and a paper and pencil to take notes.

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