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Summer 2024 Classes | Computer Skills | Appliqué | BERNINA Embroidery Software | Software Intermediate | Machine Embroidery | In-Person
NEW! NOW ON-DEMAND!
V9 Software Proficiency Series
8 Sessions presented online
Create & make or Watch & Learn. On-demand access. Always ready when you are.
No experience needed. Teri’s version of teaching Software Mastery, complete with extra handouts, videos and projects to learn from. You have time to understand how to use your software to its fullest potential!
V9 Creator version is 4 lessons — Classes 1 – 4
Classes are 3 hours per session (12 total hours of instruction)
V9 Designer version is 8 lessons: Classes 1 – 8
Classes are 3 hours per session (24 total hours of instruction)
Recorded on Zoom July and August 2024.
All sessions are recorded and placed in class Dropbox file with no time limits!
BERNINA Embroidery Software V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7 Electronic or die cutting machines are optional, not required
CLICK SESSION BELOW to purchase
V9 Creator: $48
V9 Designer: $88
VIRTUAL CLASSES — DOWNLOAD ON-DEMAND
Threads Needles Tension Sewing Class
Any Brand, Make or Model of sewing or Sewing/Embroidery machine
Covering every sewing machine owner's favorite topics — Threads, Needles and Tension!
Hands-on class where you figure out the best combination of the BIG 3 for your machine
using the needles and thread you have on hand.
On-demand access through Dropbox, with no time limit.
Machine Embroidery
Embroidery Basics
Any Brand, Make or Model of sewing or Sewing/Embroidery machine
This class covers a wide selection of embroidery topics: threads, needles, stabilizers, hooping techniques/tips, and finish with troubleshooting common issues such as excess puckering. Your one-stop class for all things embroidery using today’s techniques.
The class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the “Embroidery Basics” Dropbox folder for you to access on demand with no time limits!
Sewing VS. Embroidery: Which side of your BERNINA combo machine to use?
Your machine must have the folder in Embroidery with a heart on it to take this class. Fall in love with your machine again!
Which side of your machine does it better? Discover how embroidery can help improve your sewing skills! What is the best way to deal with those decorative stitches? All will be revealed as you discover how integrated the sewing and embroidery side can be! No software needed!
Includes handouts, support files and recorded class videos which are available to students for on-demand access through Dropbox, with no time limit.
BASIC Windows Computer Skills for the Embroiderer
Windows 8 and 10; Windows 11
Are you apprehensive about your computer skills? No need to learn it all, this beginner class concentrates on the computer knowledge needed to work with embroidery designs and fonts.
The class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the Computer Skills Class Dropbox folder for you to access on demand with no time limits!
The BERNINA Embroidery Library
Windows 8 and 10; Windows 11
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
Stop buying extra software to organize your designs — you have what you need! Organize ALL your embroidery designs and clean up the embroidery clutter on your computer. Set up a file system and learn how useful the Embroidery Library can be!
If you do not know how to use File Explorer, please purchase and view the Basic Windows Skills Class first (listed below). You will get more out of the class if you can watch the sessions while using your computer. Please contact Teri if you have any questions.
Includes handouts, support files and recorded class videos which are available to students for on-demand access through Dropbox, with no time limit.
Digitizing Basics
BERNINA V9 Designer / V8 / V7
Efficiently create your own machine embroidery designs plus understand the secrets to a smoother stitch-out. Learn which tools put an end to gaps, splits and thread shredding.
This class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the “Digitizing Basics” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
“I have been using BERNINA software for over 10 years. Teri is an exceptional instructor. I have attended numerous instructional classes from her and gained an enormous amount of knowledge of the software. She makes the classes so much fun with her wittiness and experiences.”
— BARBARA GONZALES
The Lizard – Graphics to Designs Class
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7 software
Learn how to create designs from graphics using the Auto Digitizing tools. This class explains many digitizing concepts and the videos and handouts are version specific.
Includes handouts, support files and recorded class videos which are available to students for on-demand access through Dropbox, with no time limit.
Alphabet Antics
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7 software
Who knew that lettering could misbehave?! Updated workshop that is all about lettering, effects and characters! On-demand access through Dropbox, with no time limit.
NEW! True Type Font Tantrums
BERNINA V9 DESIGNER / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
Learn how to discipline those unruly True Type fonts for the best embroidered stitch-out. One-hour class includes embroidery tips and tricks with fonts to avoid puckers. No worries if you cannot make the live session. On-demand access through Dropbox, with no time limit.
NEW! Small Font Creations!
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7 software
Learn how to create small fonts for logos, uniforms, etc. The main goal is always legibility. Discover which fonts, individual settings and letters are needed to GO SMALL. On-demand access with no time limits.
Entwined Monogram 2024
BERNINA V9 Designer / V8 / V7
Learn sequencing tips and tricks for the smoothest stitch-out to achieve that classic monogram design. Discover the Artwork Canvas tools needed to add an extra dimension with entwined letters.
Recorded for future on-demand access. On-demand access with no time limits.
An Ornamental A
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
Learn the useful techniques of proper sequencing and efficient traveling by manually creating an ornamental letter.
This class concentrates on important manual digitizing skills that can be applied to any design.
This class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the “An Ornamental A” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
The Cross Stitch Class
Learn to use your cross stitch program!
BERNINA V9 Designer / V8 / V7
This class explores the BEST ways to create those memorable cross stitch designs using your BERNINA Designer V7 V8 V9 Designer Software. Class will also cover stabilizers, hooping for success, fabric counts and threads. No experience needed!
Class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the Cross Stitch Class Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits.
Appliqué
Appliqué to SVG
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
Discover how to effortlessly produce a cut file from any appliqué design using BERNINA Embroidery Software! This class walks you through the whole process. The class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the “Appliqué to SVG” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
Cut the Fabric 2024
Requires an electronic cutting machine such as the Silhouette, Cricut, Scan ‘n’ Cut, etc.
Learn the tricks to perfect fabric cuts using SVG files and your cutting machine. No special machine, blades or mats needed! Learn to use what you already own. On-demand access with no time limits.
“I made an svg file from an embroidery design, cut out the cardinal and stitched it. Perfect fit! Thank you, Teri!”
— WENDY BAIN
Die-Cut Embroidery Creations
BERNINA V9 DESIGNER / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
Requires a Flat Bed Scanner (can be a Printer/Scanner) and any Die cutting machine such as Go, Sissix, etc.
Love your die cutter, but wish you could create different sizes or embroidery to complement your shapes? Learn how to fix the free companion embroidery designs so they line up with the pre-cut shapes. On-demand access through Dropbox, with no time limit.
Designing Appliqué from Graphics/Patterns
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
Learn my easy method for effective placement and color theory for Machine Appliqué, including where and when to use embroidered design components and embellishments.
The class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the “Designing Appliqué from Graphics/Patterns” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
BERNINA Embroidery Software
Appliqué Software Primer 2024
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
Use the correct tool to create the appliqué you desire. Class covers how to create appliqué from purchased patterns. Set up the files needed for the different stages and understand your personal offset. On-demand access with no time limits.
Complex Outlines
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
A well-digitized outline is always a double run! Some graphics and designs are too complex for the Outline tool or Corel and are faster to create manually. This class takes you through the planning, traveling and step-by-step creation of complex outlines.
The class includes two step by step handouts, 2 videos, graphics and other resource material that live in the “Complex Outlines” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
The Cactus – Color Blending and Shading
BERNINA V9 Designer / V8 / V7
A study of the different effects with stitch spacing and using the Color Blending Tool.
The class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the “The Cactus” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
The Unicorn – Study of Thread Types, Weights, and Colors
BERNINA V9 Designer / V9 Creator / V8 / V7
With so many different embroidery threads on the market — this class is a study of visual effects achieved from different thread weights, stitch spacing, and color placement in embroidery designs.
The class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in “The Unicorn” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
In-Person or Private Zoom Seminars and Workshops
New for 2024! Small groups of students can contact me for private virtual lessons on the topic of their choice! You do not need to be connected to a store or guild. I love to plan mystery projects, specific classes and workshops based on your interests and supplies. Any combination of classes can be customized just for you! Contact Teri directly for booking information and pricing.
Here is a list of the most popular classes taught in person and virtually:
Obedience School for your Sewing Machine
One-day class to help your students learn to trouble shoot common machine issues and fall in love with their machine. Not machine brand or model specific.
BERNINA V9 Designer Embroidery Software Mastery Classes
Four – 3-hour sessions, plus your students will have my support with their soft-ware questions and computer issues.
Machine Embroidery Appliqué Seminar
2- to 3-day seminar covering the creation, cutting, and embroidering of an appliqué project tailored to your store or guild. Can include BERNINA V8 software if desired. Any brand, model of embroidery machine.
Lettering Seminar
1 to 2 days of all things fonts, including Monograms using your embroidery machine and software. Any brand, model of embroidery machine.
Decorative Threads Seminar
1 to 2 days of creatively using different weight threads and the decorative stitches. Can create primer of decorative stitches or small wall hanging. Not machine brand or model specific.
