Special Events

Sew Trendy with Viking Educator, Karla Herrin

Wed, September 8 (6:00 - 9:00 PM)  OR  Thurs, September 9 (9:30 AM - 12:30 PM)          Class Fee: $10.00

Find out how to get the most from your sewing machine! Let Karla inspire you with tips and techniques that will take your sewing to a whole new level! This exciting 3-hour demonstration event focuses on trends in the marketplace today, showing you how to achieve the same results yourself using Husqvarna Viking® sewing machines and accessories.

Demonstrations are designed to be informative, fun and easy! Inspirational samples will show you how various techniques can be applied to your fashion sewing, home decor, quilting and more. Karla will share tips for success and offer suggestions to give you even more creative ideas.

A number of topics will be covered including:
     Fun effects with ruffles, pleats and gathering                   Creative piping techniques
     Inspiring ideas for using decorative stitches                     Textured embroideries
     Surface embellishment to add dimension and texture       And SEW much more!
 

Classes

YOKE DRESS
Make this Collar's, Etc. Yoke Dress with a smocked front skirt. This class will give you experience in making piping, a Peter Pan collar and set in sleeves. Skirt must be smocked before class. Supply list will be mailed before first class. 2 classes. $50.
Sat, Sep. 11 & 18          10:00 AM - 2:00PM

 

BISHOP CONSTRUCTION
(Prerequisite: basic smocking. Smocking will be done outside class) You will learn step by step how to create one of the most precious of all smocked garments, a round yoke Bishop Dress. You will have a completed dress at the end of the class. 3 classes. Supply list mailed before first class. $50
Tues, Sep. 14, 28, Oct. 5          9:30 - 11:30 AM

 

SMOCKING (Basic)
Learn the basics of smocking to create your own masterpieces. 3 classes. Supply list given at first class. $50.
Tues, Sep. 21, 28,  Oct. 5          6:30 - 8:30 PM
OR
Thurs, Nov. 4, 11, 18          6:30 - 8:30 PM

 

BEGINNING SEWING
Make a skirt and top while learning to read a pattern, lay out and cut fabric, operate a sewing machine and use basic construction techniques. 5 classes. Supply list given at first class. $80.
Thurs, Sep. 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21          6:30 - 8:30 PM
OR
Wed, Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10          6:30 - 8:30 PM

 

MAKING SNAP CLOSURES FOR BOYS' JOHNJOHNS
Learn to adjust a pattern to make a crotch that closes with snaps including using the Snap Setter Tool. Not just for boys' clothes! 1 class. Supplies will be provided in class. $15.
Thurs, Sep. 30          10:00 - 11:30 AM

 

APPLIQUED JUMPER
Learn the correct techniques for machine applique while making a Christmas design on the front of a Martha Pullen jumper or johnjohn. Then put that garment together in this make-it-and-take-it class. 1 class. Supply list mailed before class. $40
Sat, Oct. 2          10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

 

CHRISTMAS  DRESS
She'll be beautiful in this Collar's, Etc. Bodice Dress with a scalloped collar. The collar will have feather stitching, and the dress will have a beautiful Christmas ribbon sash. 3 classes. Supply list mailed before the first class. $45.
Tues, Oct. 12, 19, 26          9:30 - 11:30 AM

 

TODDLER PANTS AND APPLIQUED SHIRT
Use the Britches & Bloomers pattern to make a pair of pants for a boy or girl, then embellish a t-shirt with a freehand applique letter. 2 classes. Supply list mailed before first class. $40.
Thurs, Oct. 14 & 21          9:30 - 11:30 AM

 

KWIK SEW TIERED SKIRT
Make a girl's three-tiered skirt with more pizzazz on this simple skirt by adding a ruffle to the top of the middle and bottom tier! 2 classes. Supply list mailed before first class. $40.
Tues, Oct. 19 & 26          6:00 - 9:00 PM

 

BRITCHES & BLOOMERS
These are the quickest and cutest pants around for either boys or girls. A make-it-and-take-it class. 1 class. Supply list mailed before first class. $25.
Thurs, Oct. 28          6:00 - 9:00 PM

 

PICTURE SMOCKING
(Prerequisite: Basic Smocking) Learn to use combinations of stitches to create scenes and figures. 1 class. Supplies provided. $40.
Sat, Oct 30          10:00 AM - 2:00PM

HOODED COAT
This cute Kwik Sew (#3818, sizes 3-14) unlined, hooded coat can be made short or long. It has easy welt pockets. For the experienced seamstress. 3 classes. Supply list mailed before first class. $50.
Tues, Nov. 2, 9, 16          9:30 AM - 1:00 PM

 

PIPED INSERT
You've seen square smocked inserts placed in all sorts of children's clothes now. Come and learn the technique used to put a piped square insert into a garment. 1 class. Supply list mailed before first class. $15.
Thurs, Nov. 4          9:30 - 11:30 PM

 

KNOTTED JUMPER
Make this Indygo Junction dress that attaches at the shoulder with a knot instead of buttons. 2 classes. Supply list mailed before the first class. $40.
Tues, Nov. 9, 16          6:30 - 8:30 PM

 

SEWING WITH KNITS
Knits are everywhere! And it's what kids want to wear. Bring your serger and learn just how easy it is to sew with knits. 1 class. Supply list mailed before first class. $25.
Thurs, Nov. 18          9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

 

TECHNIQUES CLASS
Learn how to gather fabric, insert zippers, hand hem, buttons and buttonholes and much more. 2 classes $40 - includes supplies.
Tues, Nov. 30, Dec. 7          6:30 - 8:30 PM

 

BOW CLASS
Make bows that perfectly match the outfits you create. 1 class. Supplies provided. $15.
Thurs, Dec. 2          10:00 - 11:30 AM

 

JUMPER/JOHNJOHN
Girl's lined jumper or boy's one-piece lined suit. Basic sewing skills required. 1 class. Supply list mailed before first class. $25.
Thurs, Dec. 2          6:00 - 9:00 PM

JANOME BASIC NEW OWNER CLASS
This class is for those new owners with mechanical machines. We will cover buttonholes, blind hem, plus other machine techniques. Bring your machine, instruction book and accessories. Free.
Sat, Sep. 25          10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 

JANOME DIGITIZER JR. SOFTWARE
Learn to use the software that allows you to digitize simple designs, combine designs and transfer designs from your computer to your machine. Bring your laptop loaded with the software. Free.
Sat, Sep. 25          1:30 - 3:30 PM

 

JANOME COMPUTER NEW OWNER CLASS
This class is for those new owners with computerized machines. We will cover buttonholes, blind hem, plus other machine techniques. Bring your machine, instruction book and accessories. Free.
Sat, Oct. 9          10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 

VIKING NEW OWNER
This class is for those new owners with computerized machines. We will cover buttonholes, blind hem, plus other machine techniques. Bring your machine, instruction book and accessories. Free.
Sat, Oct. 9          1:30 - 3:30 PM

 

JANOME MACHINE EMBROIDERY I
Learn basic embroidery skills. We will cover stabilizers, hooping, threads, design placement and much more. Bring your machine and embroidery accessories. Free.
Sat, Oct. 23          10:00 AM - 12:30 PM

 

JANOME MACHINE EMBROIDERY II
Get advanced training on the use of your embroidery unit. Class covers rehooping and using the larger hoops and designs. Free.
Sat, Nov. 6          10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 

MONOGRAM WIZARD PLUS
Learn to use this simple yet powerful monogramming software, including transferring designs to your machine. Bring your laptop loaded with the software. Free.
Sat, Nov. 6          1:30 - 3:30 PM

 

SERGER I
Bring your own serger and accessories. Free.
Sat, Nov. 13          10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 

VIKING 5D SOFTWARE
Learn to use this powerful software and all its new features.
Sat, Nov. 13          1:30 - 3:30 PM

 

SERGER II
Make samples of many serger techniques. Bring your own serger and accessories. Free
Sat, Dec. 4          10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

 

If you need help with your new sewing machine or computer software, please call the store for an appointment and let us help you.

 

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: To register for a class, bring by or mail a check for the amount of the class (dated for the first scheduled class day). Only those who have paid are considered enrolled in the class, so please send your money in early to avoid disappointment. No children are permitted to accompany adults to class.

REFUND POLICY: Refunds are available only when cancellation is made 48 hours before the first class. Information on supplies needed for classes will be provided prior to the first class if necessary. For more information please call 601-956-6376.