Club
Fee: $30/year
Optional
Project Class immediately following club: $3 per time
(First 6 to register.)
Instructor:
Diane
June 3: 6:00
p.m. / June 4: 10:00 a.m.
Quilting
Possibilities with the Embroidery Machine
We will explore
the world of quilts as we learn which designs and threads
to use for quilting the layers of a quilt together using
your embroidery machine as well as for embroidering quilt
squares. Learn about stabilizers and how to choose the
proper ones for quilting designs and for use on quilts.
Find out what to look for in a good quality backing --
when to use the different types, how to apply them for
best results and how to safely remove them.
July: No Club
or Class
August 5: 6:00
p.m. / August 6: 10:00 a.m.
Appliqué and
Other Tricks Your Embroidery Machine Can Do
Did you know
you can appliqué with your embroidery machine? It is so
very easy, and every corner will be flawless. You will see
two different techniques for appliqué by machine. We will
look at the specialty products that will make life easier.
We will also see some other “tricks” your machine can
do – from lace to loops to in-the-hoop projects!
September 9:
6:00 p.m. / September 10: 10:00 a.m.
In the Right
Place
Embroidering
ready-made garments can be fun, but sometimes challenging.
This class teaches tips on embroidering ready-to-wear,
including how and when to open seams, ideal products to
use, coordinating designs, and appropriate stabilizers to
use. We will also discuss embroidering areas such as
collars and cuffs that can’t be hooped in the
traditional way. Learn to get a design in the right place
– the first time!
October 7: 6:00
p.m. / October 8: 10:00 a.m.
Christmas
Creations
We will get you
started on your road to embroidering some quick and easy
gifts for Christmas. Use your machine to its fullest as
you embroider custom gifts for those on your Christmas
list.
November 4:
6:00 p.m. / November 5: 10:00 a.m.
Knits and
Velvets and Corduroys Oh My!
This class
features embroidery products needed for flawless
embroidery on fabrics generally considered “difficult”.
Learn tips and tricks for dealing with difficult fabrics,
choosing appropriate designs, and designing a well-planned
garment or other project.
December 2:
6:00 p.m. / December 3: 10:00 a.m.
From Oops to
Hooray!
Ever have one
of those embroidery “oops” moments? Explore the
symptoms, diagnosis, and remedies for what might at first
appear to be a disastrous mistake in embroidery! The class
will cover ways to creatively cover and hide holes, spots,
and stains in otherwise perfectly good garments. It will
also cover prevention methods to keep those mistakes from
happening in the first place.
