August is all about finishing those UPs  (Unfinished Projects). For some reasons, these seem to be the bane of many husbands’ existence. Look at those projects and sort them by type. This is Embroidery Club; so we will focus on the embroidery aspect of any project you have yet to complete.  Look at what we have done this year and last and let’s get it done!

All caught up but want to take advantage of trying something that you want a hand with – possible topics

Endless embroidery – endless embroidery hoop

Endless embroidery – regular hoop

Cutwork on a t-shirt – ooo a little scary

Just come in for question and answer session

Please call 734-975-4525 to sign up for class. There are still issues with the calendar scheduler.

This is the basic class for the new owner.   We will learn how to navigate the software.  Where is everything?  Learn how to use the new features.

In this class, you can make what ever fabric become quilted with your favorite colors and then embroidery on that if you wish.  It is a simple project that will include a zipper installation for your added pleasure!  I promise, this is fun and easy to make!  Sign up soon!  You need to get a two 1/2 yd pieces of fabric that coordinate and a package of Inner-Form stabilizer, one 24 inch zipper, and thread to match.  

Serger Basic Owners Lesson part 2

Cost: Free Owners class with purchase of Serger from Viking Sewing Gallery

This class will teach you how to use your new Serger 5 thread and Cover stitch features.

Viking Models HClass  S21, S25

Class size is limited. You MUST call to reserve a spot 951-656-5268

 What to bring to your owners class:

• Serger
• power cord
• foot pedal,
• all accessories
• manual
• cones of Serger thread
• small scissors
• Glasses or sweater, bottle of water, etc. 
• paper & pen to take notes

Please note that this is class 2 for Viking Serger models S21 and S 25. Part 2 is about using the cover stitch and the 5 thread feature on the S25.  Any questions, please call us!

Serger Basic Owners Lesson part 1

Cost: Free Owners class with purchase of Serger from Viking Sewing Gallery

This class will teach you how to use your new Serger. Learn the features of your machine and how to thread and balance the tensions. Basic three and four thread serging will be taught.

Singer Model 14CG754

Viking Models HClass 200S, S21, S25

Class size is limited. You MUST call to reserve a spot 951-656-5268

 What to bring to your owners class:

• Serger
• power cord
• foot pedal,
• all accessories
• manual
• cones of Serger thread
• small scissors
• Glasses or sweater, bottle of water, etc. 
• paper & pen to take notes

Please note that there is 2 classes for Viking Serger models S21 and S 25. Part 2 will include using the cover stitch. Part 2 is scheduled for the following week at the same time as part 1. Any questions, please call us!

School is out for the Summer. Is your daughter looking for something fun and creative to do? Each month this summer we will be offering an American Girl Class.  The 2014 American Girl Doll of the Year is Isabelle.  She is a dancer who also has a passion for designing clothes and sewing.

This class will be geared for a girl and an adult (Mom/Daughter or Grandmother/Granddaughter). This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce Sewing to a new and/or younger group of sewers. She can even bring her doll.

This month we will be embellishing a simple denim skirt. . Machines will be provided if you do not have one of your own. Class fee is $25.00. Call ahead for supply list, for class being held on Saturday June 21, 10:00 am – 12:00 noon.

Owners 7- Sewing Machine Maintenance

 Come learn how to properly clean and care for your machine as well as some helpful tips to make your sewing better. Please only come after you have had your machine for a while. We can’t clean a clean machine.

Supplies:

Machine and all accessories

Owners manual

Pen and paper

glasses if you wear them to read or sew

optional : a small flash light

If you purchased your machine from any Viking Sewing Gallery nationwide there is no charge for this class.

Please arrive early to class to set up.  Class begins promptly at the time shown on the calendar with no late arrivals.

Out of courtesy for your fellow students and teachers anyone arriving late will be asked to take the class at another time.

If you are unable to make a class at the time it is scheduled or if you are running late, please call so we can reschedule you.

Use your embroidery software to create a unique gift using a technique called a word cloud.

Learn to navigate inside your embroidery software and find different fonts, mini or super designs, frames, flourishes and motifs to put together something that is unique and special as you or the person you are going to gift it to.

Come prepared with a subject matter that you will use to create your one of a kind word cloud.

Examples/Ideas:

• Baby’s name, birth date, weight, mother and father’s name, where born,
• Anniversary / wedding gift – name of bride/groom, and the what, where, when etc.
• Teacher gift – what words do you think of for a teacher
• Birthday gift – name, date, what interests does the person have
• Family – Mom, Dad, siblings, birth dates, children etc.
• Hobby – Like for Soccer – it might be ball, net, run, guard, goal, kick, score, goalie, forward etc.

Sample pictures  that others have done

Make this exciting table runner, pieced together all in the hoop!

The class fee covers both classes.

Supply List:

1. Viking Embroidery Machine w/ embroidery unit, power cord, and control foot*
2. 150 x 150 mm Hoop*
3. Husqvarna Viking Patchwork Quilting Embroidery Collect – 920318096*
4. Clear 1/4′ Piecing Foot with Guide – 412927445*
5. Clear Piping Foot – 413097145*
6. Interchangeable Duel Feed Foot – 920219096*
7. Inspira Whisper Web Mesh Stabilizer*
8. 80/12 Quilting Needles*
9. 90/14 Embroidery Needles*
10. 1/4 yard of 4 different coordinating fabrics
11. 1/4 yard fabric for binding
12. 2 pk of piping
13. Inspira Fusible Fleece*
14. Coordinating 40wt Embroidery Thread*

*these items can be purchased at your Viking Sewing Gallery

Cut:

**all cutting is required to be done prior to class

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class. Thank you.

There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.

Completion of Viking Owner’s Class #1 required prior to registering.

Have you ever asked yourself what you can do with all those decorative stitches on your sewing machine? Take this class and embellish a fun tote!

Supply List:

1. Sewing machine with at least 12 decorative stitches*
2. 90/14 Topstitch Needles*
3. ½ yard solid cotton for tote bag center
4. ¼ yard strip or print fabric
5. ½ yard lining fabric
6. All-purpose thread for construction
7. 40 wt. Embroidery thread for embellishment*
8. Tear-away stabilizer*
9. Ruler and water soluble fabric marker
10. Scissors
11. Pins

• Center fabric –  12 strips measuring 4½” x 8½”
• Strip or printed fabric – one 7” x 13½”, cut two 2½” x 13½”, cut one 4” x 44”
• Lining fabric – 13 1/2″ x 31″

Learn how to do Machine Embroidery Applique in this fun Celebration Placemat class!

You will make 2 Red, White, and Blue placemats just in time to put onto your table to celebrate the 4th of July!

Supply List:

1. Viking Embroidery machine w/ embroidery unit, power cord, and foot control
2. 360 x 200 Hoop
3. Sensor Q Foot or R Foot *
4. Press Foot A
5. Lunch Box Quilts Seasonal Celebrations Placemats Kit – EC-SC-1 *
6. (2) 18″ x 22″ fabric for top of placemats
7. (2) 18′ x 22″ fabric for back of placemats
8. Assortment of small fabric scraps for applique
9. 4 yards of 1″ bias binding
10. Tear Away Stabilizer *
11. Assortment of 40 wt. Embroidery Thread to contrast or match fabric *
12. Bobbin Thread
13. Spray Adhesive *
14. Small Curved Embroidery Scissors *
15. Scissors
16. Pins
17. Pressing Mat

* These items are available for purchase at your Viking Sewing Gallery

** All cutting is required to be done prior to class.

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class. Thank you.

There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.

Completion of Viking Owner’s Class #1 required prior to registering.

This class is a continuation on learning the basics of your new serger. Learn threading techniques and more. Please bring your machine, accessories, machine owner’s manual, and serger thread.

Includes the following machines:

• H class 200s
• Huskylock s21
• Huskylock s25

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:

• H class 200s
• Huskylock s21
• Huskylock s25

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, all accessories, embroidery arm and a laptop if you have one.

Includes the following machines:

• Designer Ruby deluxe
• Designer Diamond deluxe

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

No charge for this class.

Just Zip It!!

This is the 1st class of a 2 part series where you will learn 3 different types of zipper insertions to assemble 3 organizers.

The first class we go over the zipper insertions only. In the 2nd class we will complete the organizers!

Supply list and cutting instructions to be added soon!!

2nd class fee: $20

Date: to be announced.

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class. Thank you.

There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.

Completion of Owner’s Class #1 required prior to registering.

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:

• Designer Topaz 20
• Designer Topaz 25
• Designer Topaz 30
• Designer Topaz 50
• Designer Ruby deluxe
• Designer Diamond deluxe

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

No charge for this class.

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 all the following machines

• all Husqvarna Viking models

• all Singer models

Having attended Machine Introduction is helpful, but not necessary.

No charge for this class.

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.

Now that summer weather is approaching, it’s time to start thinking about getting ready for the beach. You’ll need a large beach bag. This one is perfect because it has a hidden zipper pocket on the inside to protect your wallet and keys while you’re in the water, and it’s made of solar screen so you won’t be taking the sand home with you.

Supply List:

1. HUSQVARNA VIKING sewing and embroidery machine
2. Mega Endless Hoop 260×150 920307096
3. Clear Seam Guide Foot 413034845
4. Invisible Zipper Foot 413286545
5. Narrow Zipper Foot 412565745
6. Non-stick Glide Foot (H) 412796145
7. Sensor Q-foot 413192045
8. Straight Stitch Needle Plate 412964203
9. INSPIRA™ Tear-A-Way stabilizer 416613304
10. INSPIRA™ embroidery needle, size 90 620099496
11. One roll 36” wide solar screen fabric (from hardware store)
12. ½ yard cotton fabric
13. One 9”-12” invisible zipper to match cotton fabric
14. 2 yards of 1” wide polyester webbing for straps
15. All-purpose sewing threads to match or coordinate with fabrics
16. Embroidery threads to coordinate with fabrics
17. Bobbin thread
18. Straight pins
19.Rotary cutter, ruler and mat
20. Iron and ironing board
21. Press cloth
22. Scissor23. Pins

* These items are available for purchase at your Viking Sewing Gallery

Cut:
From solar screen fabric – fabric for the bag
• One rectangle 40” long x 24” wide
From cotton fabric – the inner and outer bands
• Three rectangles 7” long x 24” wide
• One rectangle 6 ½” long x 24” wide
• One rectangle 1½”long x 24” wide

**All cutting is required to be done prior to class

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class.   Thank you.

This class is only for owners of  Husqvarna Viking sewing/embroidery machines.

You must be able to perform the basic operations of your machine to take this class.  If you cannot, please complete the Machine

Completion of Viking Owner’s Class #1 required prior to registering.

Are you a quilter? Or maybe you are an aspiring quilter and just are sure where to get started?  Well we have a great class for you!

Join us on a journey of fun in the world of quilting while learning to use a variety of presser feet. You will make 10 blocks in all to make a wonderful quilt.

In block 4, the Circular Attachment will create a tree, embellished with buttons! Appliquéd tree trunks will finish off the quirky design!

Supply List:

1. Circular Attachment 920344096 *
2. Clear Open Toe Foot 413031945 *
3. Button Foot w/Placement Tool 412934545 *
4. INSPIRA® quilting needle size 90 620100296
5. INSPIRA® universal needle size 80 620098196 *
6. INSPIRA® Tear-A-Way stabilizer 620112296 *
7. INSPIRA® Duck Bill Appliqué Scissors 20102596 *
8. Steam-A-Seam 2 Sheet
9. Sewing thread
10. Robison-Anton 40 wt. rayon embroidery thread *
11. Bobbin thread
12. Pinking shears
13. Fabric marking pen
14. Assorted buttons (7 small and 7 large)
15. Scissor
16. Pins

Pre-class Preparation 

Cut:

Fabric 3:
• One rectangle 12½” long x 16½” wide
Fabric 11:
• One rectangle 5” wide x 9” long for tree trunks
Fabric 2:
• One 6” square
Fabric 6:
• One 7” square

**All cutting is required to be done prior to class

*Available in the Viking Sewing Gallery

Fabrics needed for complete quilt:

• Fabric 1: 1¼ yards
• Fabric 2: ½ yard
• Fabric 3: ¾ yard
• Fabric 4: 1 yard
• Fabric 5: 1¼ yard
• Fabric 6: 1¼ yard
• Fabric 7: ½ yard
• Fabric 8: 1 yard
• Fabric 9: 2 yards
• Fabric 10: ¾ yard
• Fabric 11: 1⅜ yard
• Fabric 12: ⅜ yard
• Fabric 13: ½ yard
• Fabric 14: ¼ yard
• Backing fabric: 3½ yards
• Batting: Three 5″ squares

 This class is for all Viking Opal, Sapphire, and Designer machines.

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class.   Your machine must be in good working order, and you must know the basics of how to operate it before coming to this class.  Thank you.

Completion of Viking Owner’s Class #1 required prior to registering.

Using your new sewing machine will be so much fun once you learn how to use all of its features!  You’ll learn how to sew on different types of fabrics along with two machine hems, how to make a buttonhole, and even how to sew on a button with the machine!  You will also learn a little about threads, needles, and how to maintain your machine.

Supply List

1. sewing machine
2. foot control
3. power cord
4. all of the accessories that came with your machine
5. owner’s manual
6. scissors
7. a spool of all-purpose sewing thread (100% cotton or 100% polyester’ please bring a color other than black or white)
8. paper and pen for notes eye glasses

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class. Thank you.

There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.

Using your new sewing machine will be so much fun once you learn how to use all of its features!  You’ll learn how to sew on different types of fabrics along with two machine hems, how to make a buttonhole, and even how to sew on a button with the machine!  You will also learn a little about threads, needles, and how to maintain your machine.

Supply List

1. sewing machine
2. foot control
3. power cord
4. all of the accessories that came with your machine
5. owner’s manual
6. scissors
7. a spool of all-purpose sewing thread (100% cotton or 100% polyester’ please bring a color other than black or white)
8. paper and pen for notes eye glasses

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class. Thank you.

There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.

That funny looking machine with all of the threads can be so enjoyable to use after you learn the basics.  In this class, you will learn how to thread your serger, balance the stitch,  serge a rolled hem, change the needles, and care for it.  Don’t let it intimidate you.  Once you master these techniques, you can serge miles and miles of stitches to make gorgeous things.  Join us in this class to overcome your fears and/or frustration of using your serger.

Supply List

1. Your serger
2. foot control
3. power cord
4. all of the tools and accessories that came with it – be sure to bring your tweezers and screwdrivers!
5. the owner’s manual
6. Scissors
7. A spool or cone of red, green, yellow and blue threads.  These different colors of thread will be your “training wheels” until you master threading and tension.
8. If you have difficulty seeing, be sure to bring your eye glasses and a flashlight.
9. Paper and pen for notes

There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.

 In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

 If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class. Thank you.

Expand your machine knowledge by putting those fancy stitches to use! You will learn applique’, how to gather and ruffle, how to program a stitch sequence, and even a little about free motion quilting!

Supply List

1. Sewing Machine
2. power cord
3. foot control
4. accessories that came with your machine
5. user’s guide
6. scissors
7. pastel sewing thread
8. Rayon embroidery thread*
9. a bobbin wound with bobbin thread
10. wash-away marking pen
11. paper and pen for notes

* These items can be purchased in the Viking Sewing Gallery.

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class.   Also, please be kind to those with fragrance sensitivity by refraining from wearing colognes and perfumes.  Thank you.

It is recommended that you take the Owner’s Class #1 prior to attending this class.

There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.

Using your new sewing machine will be so much fun once you learn how to use all of its features! This class is just the beginning of the wonderful world of Husqvarna Viking embroidery! You will have a basic knowledge of how to achieve beautiful embroidery when done with class! You will learn how to set it up for embroidery,  load a design onto the machine, determine the appropriate stabilizers, hoop the project, and  stitch out the design.

Supply List

• Sewing machine
• Embroidery Unit
• Embroidery Hoops
• Power cord
• Foot control
• Accessories included with machine
• User’s Guide
• Embroidery Sampler Booklet
• USB Embroidery Stick
• Scissors
• 2-3 spools of different color 40 wt. Rayon embroidery threads – assorted colors*
• 60 wt. Bobbin thread, white, wound on bobbin*
• size 75 embroidery needle or a 90 topstitch needle

In order for us to start class on time, please arrive 5-10 minutes before class is to begin to allow you to have time to set up.

If you signed up for this class but later find that you will be unable to attend, please let us know well in advance so that we can call a person on our waiting list to take your place.  If there are too few to sign up, we reserve the right to cancel the class. Thank you.

Completion of Viking Owner’s Class #1 required prior to registering.

There is limited seating so reserve your spot early.

Supplies for each placemat:

• Seasonal Celebrations Placemats
• (1) Piece of 18″ x 22″ fabric for top of placemat
• (1) 13″ x 18″ Bosal Craf-tex double sided fusible placemat
• (1)  Piece of 18″ x 22″ fabric for the back of placemat
• Assortment of small fabric scraps for appliques
• 2 yards of 1″ bias binding
• Pressing mat for entire project

Embroidery supplies needed

• 80 embroidery needles
• Assortment of 40 wt. embroidery thread to contrast or match the fabric
• Bobbin thread
• Tear away stabilizer
• Small curved embroidery scissors
• Basic sewing supplies (examples: scissors, pins, rotary cutter, mat)

Crazy patchwork is a fun and quick way to do patchwork. Since the fabric pieces can have different sizes, colors and shapes, you can easily create unique, one-of-a-kind artworks from fabric scraps and leftovers!

Crazy Patch Pillow

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)

HUSQVARNA VIKING

Come and join us for some fun . We will be learning how to make Bracelets .( Bring your Dolls)  Call for instructions . 817/590/8848

Come and learn the basics. Learn to thread your machine and bobbins. We will also learn how to toggle through your stitches.

Come and join us for Embroidery Club . Everyone would like to learn Applique’ with their new embroidery machine. Bring your machine , embroidery arm and all your accessories. ( Supplies > Flower sack towel )

This class is a continuation of owners 1 . Bring your machine and all accessories. (supplies 1/8″ ribbon )

This class you will learn the basics . You will learn how to thread the machine and bobbin. you will learn to toggle through the stitches.

This class you will learn the basics of embroidery . Bring your machine and all your accessories.

This class you will learn the basics. You will learn how to thread the machine and bobbin. You will also learn how to toggle through the machine. Bring your machine and all your accessories.

This class you will learn how to care for your machine in between professional cleanings . Bring your machine with all accessories.

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.

Includes the following machines:
• All Husqvarna Viking® Computerized Sewing and Embroidery Machines

Having attended Machine Introduction is helpful, but not necessary.

Receive a 10% discount on notions and accessories during class.

No charge for this class.

Instructor: Sharon

Make this Red , White and Blue Placemat.

Supplies:

Instructor: Barb

Please call to sign up!

Come and have fun with us . This is where you bring your project and sit and sew . You will get to meet other people .Or bring a friend.

This class you will be learning the basics of your serger and what it can do . You will learn how to thread for 4 thread overlock . So bring your machine and all accessories.

Come and learn Cutwork with your new embroidery machine . You need to bring your machine embroidery arm and all of the accessories. (Bring a napkin)

This class you need to bring a notebook and pencil . You will be watching a video and taking notes . I will also send home with you a project to do.

Continuation . Quilted bed scarf

This class We will be making a quilted bed scarf . Bring your machine and all accessories. Call for supply list . 2 part class

Introduction to Tru Embroidery Software

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.

Create a personalized tote to fit your own tablet devise.  Use the provided monogram alphabet to make it your own!

Sewing Level – Beginner to Experienced

Come and join us and learn the technique used to embroidery towels.  Big towels and little towels and hand towels.  Bring your own design and watch it come to life on a towel.

Come join us and make this fun cat and mouse / yarn ball placemat all while learning how to applique in the hoop.  Make a different cat and design for each placemat.