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NEW! July 2021 Software Creativity Retreat with Amanda Whitlatch and Teri Hall
New Format Featuring “The Embroidery Project”
Create and Make or Watch and Learn
All three days will be recorded for On-Demand access
12 lessons — 3 Meet and Greets — One Cuckoo Clock, and more
Wednesday, July 28, Thursday, July 29 and Friday, July 30
Click here to purchase - $39.00.
“I LOVED the Fall 2020 retreat! I’ve been a quilter, digitizer and embroiderer for 20 years but learned so much from Amanda and Teri. Thanks so much for all the hard work you put in to make this happen. The retreat was a bright spot in a dark, crazy world!”
— BRENDA ALBURL
SONGBIRD DESIGNS
On-Demand Events to Light Up Your Skills
Winter Software Creativity Retreat
Recorded on Zoom February 2021
12 BERNINA Embroidery Software V8/V7 lessons by Amanda Whitlatch and Teri Hall
Underlay / Embroidery and Computers / Single Design/Multiple Options / Put Corel to Work / Cross Stitch Program /
Fonts/Graffiti/Kanji / Multi-hooping Basics / Lace Beyond the Monogram / Lighten Up / Embellished Elements / Digitizing In-the-Hoop Projects
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“I had such a wonderful time with this retreat! Thank you and Amanda for being so patient, helpful and funny. And thanks for recording the Zoom classes and then making them downloadable to me!
— MARLOUS CARTER
Fall Software Creativity Retreat
Recorded November 2020
12 BERNINA Embroidery Software V8/V7 lessons by Amanda Whitlatch and Teri Hall
Badges and Patches / Corel side of the Software / Logo Lunacy /Using Graphic Fonts / Stipple that Snows / Quilting Creations / Cut-work for Appliqué / Working with Photos / Ornamental Glyphs /Digitizing Basics 1 / Digitize for Different Threads / Digitizing Basics 2
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“I can’t remember a time that I learned more in such a short time. I will re-watch, click on links, print out PDFs, and put your lessons into action. Thank you, thank you, Amanda and Teri! You are simply amazing in your wealth of knowledge, willingness to share your passions, and ability to teach.”
— JERILYNN LIJEWSKI
NEW! “The Mystery 3” Appliqué Workshop
Create & Make or Watch & Learn
Join Teri on a software and embroidery adventure — 3 shapes and 3 techniques in this 3-part, 3-week workshop. You’ll be amazed at what you produce and wait ’til you see the results! Teri will help you create and make, or you can just watch and learn. Workshops are structured so you can access the courses and handouts through Dropbox, giving you extra time to work on your project. The goal is to customize your digitized appliqué files and develop appliqué skills.
Zoom meetings offered at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. on the days listed below.
FAQs
What skills will I learn?
Teri has developed unique appliqué techniques featuring height, balance and dimension without the headaches of traditional machine embroidered appliqué construction. You will learn how to customize appliqué patterns and the digitized files to achieve this look.
What time is the workshop?
Teri will log on to the Zoom meeting around 9:30 a.m. Her goal on the scheduled day is to have a follow-along lesson at 10 a.m., with repeats at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. However, she will remain logged in to the meeting all day. Times are based on U.S. Central Daylight Time (CDT).
What if I cannot attend on the day scheduled?
This workshop format is different. There are pre-recorded step-by-step lessons that are available before and after the workshops. If you have any issues or questions during the week, Teri will do a Zoom lesson with you to make sure you understand how to create and make everything you need for the next workshop. Please sign up for the time slot you think you can attend and just let me know if you need to attend a different one. This is a very flexible format.
What if I do not like the workshop block?
You do not have to actually make any of the workshop blocks — just make the technique samples or watch and learn.
Do I need a special brand or size of embroidery machine?
No, this workshop is not machine brand specific. Depending on the size of your largest hoop, you may be multi-hooping the final embroidery, which is discussed in the third week.
What other On-Demand classes does this workshop draw from?
If you want to learn more about appliqué, here is a list of my other On-Demand appliqué classes:
• Cutting the Fabric (for those with a cutter such as the Silhouette or Scan and Cut)
• Appliqué to SVG (for those with a cutter such as the Silhouette or Scan and Cut)
• Designing Appliqué from Graphics/Patterns
• Appliqué Software Primer
Hands-On Appliqué Workshop Basic Supply List
BERNINA Embroidery Software
Embroidery machine and hoops
Fabric
Starch
Sharp scissors
Thread
Black Heavy Weight Cut Away Stabilizer
Medium Weight Tear Away Stabilizer
A more complete supply list will be sent with your workshop sign-up. Additional optional supplies will be discussed in the workshop.
Includes On-Demand, Pre-Recorded Videos and Handouts
Click here to purchase - 10AM CST - $33.00
Click here to purchase - 1PM CST - $33.00
Click here to purchase - 4PM CST - $33.00
Week 1 – Learning! Your digitized appliqué file
In this lesson, Teri will guide you to digitize your appliqué files. We will create all the files together, from master file to cutting files. The session will be repeated during the day for those in different time zones.
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Select your workshop time: 10 a.m., 1 p.m., or 4 p.m. CST
Week 2 – Creating! Your fabric units
This week is about choosing and prepping fabrics for the cutting and building of the units. The session will be repeated during the day for those in different time zones.
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Select your workshop time: 10 a.m., 1 p.m., or 4 p.m. CST
Week 3 – Making! Embroider the block
This week finishes up the project with the embroidery! The session will be repeated during the day for those in different time zones.
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Select your workshop time: 10 a.m., 1 p.m., or 4 p.m. CST
TNT Sewing Workshop
$25
Zoom Meeting
Thursday, July 15, 2021
10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. CDT
Covering every sewing machine owners’ 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.
Includes On-Demand Access, Recorded Videos and Handouts.
Zoom Meeting starts at 10 a.m. and the Zoom link is available through the day.
Click here to purchase - 10AM CST - $25.00
Click here to purchase - 1PM CST - $25.00
Click here to purchase - 4PM CST - $25.00
Alphabet Antics Class
$25
Zoom Webinar
Friday, July 23, 2021
2 p.m. CDT
Who knew that lettering could misbehave?! Updated workshop that is all about lettering, effects and characters!
Includes On-Demand Access, Recorded Videos and Handouts.
Click here to purchase - $25.00
Appliqué
Cutting the Fabric
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$30.00
Learn the tricks to perfect fabric cuts using any SVG file and your cutting machine. The class includes two step-by-step handouts, two videos, graphics and other resource material that live in the “Cutting the Fabric” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $30.00
“I made an svg file from an embroidery design, cut out the cardinal and stitched it. Perfect fit! Thank you, Teri!”
— WENDY BAIN
Appliqué to SVG V8/V7
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$30.00
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!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $30.00
Designing Appliqué from Graphics/Patterns
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$18.00
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!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $18.00
Appliqué Software Primer
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$35.00
Create dimensional machine embroidered appliqué from a purchased pattern or graphic. Learn the order and set up files needed for the different embroidery stages of layering appliqué.
The class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the “Appliqué Software Primer” Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $35.00
BERNINA Embroidery Software
Digitizing Basics
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$18.00
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.
The V8 / V7 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!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $18.00
“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
Entwined Monogram
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$25.00
This class explores more that just creation! Learn sequencing tips and tricks for a smoother stitch-out and that classic monogram look.
The class includes a step-by-step handout, video, and other resource materials that live in the Entwined Dropbox folder for you to access on-demand with no time limits!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $25.00
The Lizard – Graphics to Designs Class
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$18.00
Beginning level software class on the proper way to create designs from graphics using the amazing V8 / V7 Auto Digitizing tools.
Includes handout, support files and the recorded video of the class available to the student for on-demand access with no time limit through Dropbox.
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An Ornamental A
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$25.00
Learn the useful techniques of proper sequencing and efficient traveling by manually creating an ornamental letter.
This V8 / V7 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!
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Complex Outlines
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$30.00
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!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $30.00
The Cactus – Color Blending and Shading
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$25.00
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!
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The Unicorn – Study of Thread Types, Weights, and Colors
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$30.00
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!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $30.00
Machine Embroidery
Embroidery Basics
On-Demand, Recorded
Always ready when you are
$18.00
For any brand or model of 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!
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE CLASS - $18.00
In-Person or Private Zoom Seminars and Workshops
Any combination of classes can be customized for your store or guild. Teri is fully booked for 2021, but is taking inquiries for 2022. Please Contact Teri for booking info and pricing.
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 V8 Embroidery Software Mastery Classes
4 – 3-hour sessions, plus your students will have my support with their software questions and computer issues.
Machine Embroidery Appliqué Seminar
2 – 3 days 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 - 2 days of all things fonts, including Monograms using your embroidery machine and software. Any brand, model of embroidery machine.
Decorative Threads Seminar
1 - 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.
