With every machine purchase at 
classes are offered so that you can “master” all that your machine can do for you. We feel that the more you know about your machine, the more you will enjoy your sewing experience. Our students are invited to attend My BERNINA Classes as often as they like. We understand that “reinforcement” leads to true mastery.
Our team includes talented teachers who offer classes such as beginning sewing, quilting, home decoration, crafting, garment construction, and heirloom sewing. Many of our customers have discovered that classes provide the opportunity to learn new techniques, sew without interruption, and build friendships with a diverse group of people bound together by their love of sewing. We hope you will join in on the fun!
CANCELLATION Policy on fee based classes: To receive a refund on a class you have paid for, you must notify us at least 24 hours in advance of the first session. The teacher may decide whether or not to allow a transfer to another class they are teaching. No refunds or transfers if you are a no-show to the class.
If your class is an all day class, please feel free to bring a lunch and store it in our refrigerator. Going out to eat can be fun, but takes away from your class time.
Please print the Mastery/My BERNINA Pages to bring to your class - click on the following links:
Workbooks for the 990:
- Sewing - Click HERE for PDF Workbook on Sewing on the 990
- Quilting - Click HERE for PDF Workbook on Quilting on the 990
- Embroidery - Click HERE for PDF Workbook on Embroidering on the 990
Workbooks for 3, 4, 5, 7 (including new PRO) Series machines:
- Sewing - Click HERE for PDF Workbook
- Quilting - Click HERE for PDF Workbook
- Embroidery - Click HERE for PDF Workbook
My BERNINA Class Workbooks are what we use in class. Feel free to download your copy.
My BERNINA Class 1 and 2 (for 8 series, 7 series including new 790 PRO, Next Gen 5 series, 4 series) Click HERE for PDF Workbook
My BERNINA Class Mastery for 3 series and 215. Click HERE for PDF Workbook
My BERNINA Serger Class 1: Basic Serger Use - Click HERE for PDF workbook
My BERINA Serger Class 2: Serging Ahead - Click HERE for PDF workbook
My BERNINA Overlocker L860 and L890 (Part 1) Click HERE for PDF workbook
My BERNINA Overlocker L890 Part 2 - Click HERE for PDF workbook
My BERNINA Embroidery Class: All Current BERNINA (880 Plus, NEW 790 PRO, 790 Plus, 770QEE, 700, 590E, 570QEE, Next Gen 535, and 500) Embroidery machines - Click HERE
for PDF workbook
My BERNINA - BERNINA Embroidery Software 9 - Designer Plus Workbook - Click HERE for PDF workbook
My BERNINA - BERNINA v.9 Creator Software - Click HERE for PDF workbook
My BERNINA Software 8 Getting Started Videos - Click HERE for PDF Sheet with Links
Master BERNINA Embroidery Software 8 Video Lessons - Basics of Editing - Click HERE for PDF Sheet with Links
Come learn how to get more comfortable with the combination stitches on your Bernina L890 Overlocker Machine. Please bring thread (4 spools), thread scissors and your serger supplies that came with your machine.
Cost: $ FREE
Create this beautiful versatile bag with an adjustable strap to wear over the shoulder or crossbody style. Two Session class. On Friday we will cut and prep all the pieces necessary to complete this bag. Including an option to add a pocket zipper inside and additional interior pockets. No sewing machine needed on Friday. Saturday we will take our fully prepped pieces and complete the Two Zip Hipster.
Cost: $ 50.00
Kim is going to help you create a City Bag - Midtown. If you are interested in learning more about how to make Aunties Two bags this is the class for.
Cost: $ 60.00
Do you have leftover strips or squares of fabric from a quilt project? Use your scraps to create a handy personalized bag! In this class we will install 2 pocket zippers, a metallic snap, bag handles, exterior pocket, customized interior pockets and add an interior swivel clip to attach your keys for quick access. We will learn how to create a custom bag to fit your occasion!
Cost: $ 45.00
Have you ever wanted to learn the art of ?Paper Piecing? to make quilts that are full of sharp points and stars, plus flying geese and circles that are the favorites at quilt shows? Students will be taught how to overcome the challenges of paper piecing. This 4-hour class is designed for a beginner to learn the basics of paper piecing. The patterns for this class are the ?New York Beauty? and a ?Flying Geese? done on a curve. The sample patterns and fabric material is supplied. Just bring your sewing machine and a few basic supplies
Cost: $ 55.00
A monthly course for all BERNINA machines focusing on BERNINA embroidery accessories and popular embroidery techniques. Each lesson will include a video and a handout for you to use as you learn and hone your embroidery skills. This course is designed so you can come in for the video presentation only or stay to embroider with your machine. This class will include all the embroidery designs used (please bring a USB stick). You will need to call (704-824-1961) to sign up so you can let us know if you are bringing your machine and which one.
Cost: $ 25.00
Class is a prerequisite before renting Q24 long arm.
Cost: $ 125.00
Don’t be intimidated by the tiny squares and strips! The Emma quilt comes together using assorted 10" squares, along with innovative piecing and cutting techniques made possible by the Stripology® Squared ruler from GE Designs. Join us for a fun, hands-on class and enjoy creating this eye-catching quilt.
Cost: $ 50.00
The Frankie pattern from GE Designs’ Stripology ® Quickies book is a quick, fun and eye-catching quilt perfect for half yards or fat quarters. This design comes to life when two contrasting accent fabrics are paired with coordinating fabrics to create a bold, striking look.
Cost: $ 50.00
BU 2026 debrief from store staff. Sharing details on the new machines, products, and events from Bernina. We will also answer any questions that customers may have on the new products.
Cost: $ FREE
Have you wanted to try thread painting? Come try thread painting making a beautiful goldfinch with Rachael! In this class you will learn basic thread painting techniques on a stationary machine by stitching a goldfinch! We will cover transferring an image onto fabric, thread stitching, stitching a realistic eye, basting, and blending colors.
Cost: $ 60.00
Come along and learn to sew! Learn basic sewing skills, how your sewing machine works (You can rent a machine from the store if you need to), and how to make various items, quarter-inch seams, and some different kinds of stitches as well. We will sew a tissue holder in this class.
Cost: $ 35.00
In this class, we will be learning how to make a Burrito-style pillowcase with a French seam. This style of pillowcase is incredibly easy once you know how to do it! Pillowcase kits may be purchased at the store.
Cost: $ 35.00
In this session of the class, we will learn how to make a Tea Towel Apron. The Apron is super easy, and very fun too!
Cost: $ 35.00
In the last session of Learning to Sew, we will learn how to make a Humbug bag! It comes in three awesome sizes! These are cool little gifts for family and friends and are very easy to make! You will also learn to put in a zipper!
Cost: $ 35.00
This class will give you all the basics for machine quilting! There will be information on threads, batting, threads and more for good results on all your quilts. We will be making small placemat size quilt samples using many stitches. Many ideas will be covered to make your quilts very special. Some of the stitches Susan uses are quilt doodles, fill stitches & some are border motifs. We will also be using script as well. If you want to make a tote bag purse from your sandwich there is a pattern available for purchase. It will be a fun day of creative stitching! Join Susan for a fun day of quilting!!!
Cost: $ 60.00
Ready to sharpen your skills and get more from your Stripology® Rulers? In this skill-building class, we’ll go beyond cutting basic strips and squares to explore precise techniques for creating essential quilting units.
Cost: $ 75.00
Welcome to the BERNIA 990 Quilting class! The exercises will help you become familiar with the B990 and all of its quilting capabilities.
Cost: $ FREE
Welcome to the BERNINA 990 Embroidery class. You will become familiar with machine embroidery and how to use the B990 by following exercises in this class.
Cost: $ FREE
Learn the ins and outs of your BERNINA embroidery machine (current models 880, 790, 770QEE, 700, 590, Next Gen 570, Next Gen 535, 500) . From the basics of hooping to customizing designs and Endless Embroidery, you'll discover all you need to get the most from your embroidery system. Topics covered: stabilizers, needle and thread; hooping; templates/placement; file formats; tension; accessing designs; stitching a design; customizing designs; combining designs; lettering; stitch density; saving & deleting designs; free arm embroidery; multi-hooping; mega hoop; jumbo hoop; endless embroidery. $10 Supply Fee - Print and bring class workbook found on this website under the classes tab. Please bring your manual to all classes. Bernina software owners are welcome to bring their laptops to use in class (software must be installed prior to class). Saturday 10 to 4
Cost: $ 10.00
Welcome to the BERNINA 990 Sewing class! This class is designed to complement your machine's manual, and the Sewing Workbook. The workbook will lead you on a step-by-step journey to uncover your machine's full potential with a series of simple exercises. The workbook can be used as a reference guide once it's finished.
Cost: $ FREE
My BERNINA Class 1 and 2 - Basic Operation for 880 Plus, 790 Pro, 790 Plus, 770 Pro, 770QE, 735 Pro, 590, 570QE, 535, 480, 475QE, 435, 335 Next Gen and 325 Next Gen. Machine overview, presser feet, tension, needles, thread, care and cleaning of machine and sew much more. In this course you will learn to master your BERNINA Sewing machine. Learn to care for your machine, and how to use specialty functions to customize your machine?s settings to your needs. You?ll learn to use the most important utility stitches on your machine, such as straight stitches, overlock stitches, long stitches, blind hem, and buttonholes. In addition, you?ll learn about the many creative options of your machine, including decorative stitches, combi mode, free-motion stitching and more. We will work step by step through hands-on activities from the My BERNINA Sewing Mastery Workbook.
Cost: $ 2.00
Need space to spread out? Want to sew with friends? Come to Sew Much Fun! on our scheduled Open Sew Days to catch up on your projects, start new projects, catch up with old friends and make new friends! There is no cost, but you need to register due to space limitations.
Cost: $ FREE
This beginning quilting class will explore many piecing techniques. You will learn from ground zero how to cut, sew & press each block. We will also talk about products & how they affect the finished quilt. So use the good stuff! Good thread, good fabric, good tools, good skills make for a beautiful finish! Each block will build to create a wall hanging or baby quilt or small lap quilt when finished. You will have a quilt top at the end of class using 3 different piecing techniques and machine applique techniques. Most of all we are going to have fun quilting and making new friends! ? This quilt will be a small wall hanging or baby size when finished. If you wanted to make several baby quilts from each pattern you could. ? Class #1: Four-Patch ? Class #2: Log Cabin ? Class #3: Triangles/Pinwheel ? Class #4: Machine Applique
Cost: $ 130.00
In this class you will be shown how to take a sweatshirt (one size larger than you normally wear) and properly take it apart, and then quilt fabric to the various parts of the sweatshirt, then put it back together again, to create a one-of-kind expressive jacket that you will be proud to wear to those special quilting events
Cost: $ 125.00
Come learn basic sewing terminology, to use a sewing machine, to sew basic seams & construct simple projects to take home! Projects include a tissue holder, pillowcase, cinch bag, and small zipper bag to name a few. Intended for children 8 years & older. Class is 2 hours Tuesdays 4pm to 6pm
Cost: $ 35.00
…Or Kaleidoscope or One-Block Wonder Quilts Whether you are looking for a way to create a dazzling quilt in a few days or whether you are simply a quilter who loves to play with fabric, you will love making [these] quilts.
Cost: $ 105.00
Do you a want to learn how to turn that pile of T-shirts you no longer wear into a loving keepsake? Or maybe you want to make a special gift for someone. We can teach you how! Learn the magical process of turning raw t-shirts into a display of memories. In this hands-on sewing class, you'll start with 12 t-shirts for a twin size or 16 t-shirts for a queen size and be guided through creation of a simple finished quilt top. You will learn how to lay out and start one quilt using the T-shirt Quilts Made Easy book, cut apart t-shirts, iron on stabilizer, precisely cut the t-shirts for quilt placement, cut the blocks apart for a creative design and sew the blocks together with borders (optional).
Cost: $ 50.00