I am teaching  a series for Bernina Artista software  followed by a Bernina Mastery lesson.  Classes are encouraged for new owners and others who may want a refresher.  Please bring a laptop with your software installed and your security dongle.

January-Heart Applique Hot Pad

Artista lesson-create the heart applique using the applique tool and echo quilting
Create the hot pad on your sewing machine and complete the applique in the embroidery hoop.
Date and time:  Thursday, January 28th from 3PM-5PM
Kit fee: $8.00

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February-Outline designs
Artista lesson will feature creating outline designs and using the blackwork run tool. 
Then you will use different weights of threads, including yarn embroidery and reverse bobbin work to embroider outline designs in different ways.
Date and time:  Thursday, February 25th from 3PM-5PM
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March-Cutwork tool

I will introduce the new Bernina Cutwork tool with a Hawiian cutwork project.
I will demonstrate the cutwork software and the cutwork tool.  If you do not own the cutwork tool, you do not need to bring your machine or laptop.  I will have a machine set up for you to try it.

Date and time:  Thursday, March 25th from 3PM-5PM

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The new TNT (Techniques and Textures) Hoopsisters Block of the month has arrived.  We are excited to teach you these new Hoopsister techniques.  You have several options for classes to attend.  Please check out the class times and register early.  
Additional class times will be added as needed.
The TNT Block of the Month program cost is $10/month, which includes the program files (multi-formatted embroidery files in 5″ and 8″, slide shows and additional Hoopsister files).   
We are using the new Hoopsister Battilizer.  You will love this new product.  It’s batting and stabilizer combined into a perfect foundation for your quilting and embroidery projects.  Plus-You will save time and money!

We have made up several colorways, with kits available.  It’s not too late to join us.  You can begin with the current month’s block.  Watch for TNT UFO days to catch up with any blocks you may have missed. 

                                           

                                                                                                                            

NEW
Lin Whiteley will be teaching a monthly “Hoopsister Saturday”  After January’s hands-on TNT Block 1 class, the following months will feature a TNT Block of the month demo, followed by a hands-on class featuring another Hoopsister pattern.  You can register for one or both classes.

January
TNT Block 1 (Center)
Dates and times: 
Wednesday, January 13th from 10-12
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Saturday, January 23rd from 10-12
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Due to filled classes, we have added an extra session
Saturday, January 23rd from 2-4
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February
TNT Block 2 demo
Dates and times:
Saturday, Feb. 20th from 10AM-11AM
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Wednesday, Feb. 24th from noon-1 (following embroidery club)
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Wednesday, Feb. 24th from 8PM-9PM (following embroidery club)
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March
TNT Block 3 demo
Dates and times:

Wednesday, March 24th from noon-1 (following embroidery club)
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Wednesday, March 24th from 8PM-9PM (following embroidery club)
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Saturday, March 27th from 10AM-11AM (followed by Dresden Plate class)
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Dresden Plate

This is one of the most fun and easy Hoopsister blocks! 
You will complete a block and learn the joining technique.
Date and time: 
Saturday, Feb. 20th from 11:15-2PM
Class fee:  $10
Hoopsister Dresden Plate pattern required
Kit available
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Double Wedding Ring

Learn to make this unique Hoopsister block and learn their newest joining technique.
Date and time:
Saturday, March 27th from 11:15-2PM
Class fee:  $10
Hoopsister Double Wedding Ring pattern required
Kit available
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