Classes & Events
Bernina 990 Owner's Class - 1st CLASS - Part 1 Sewing Machine Instruction
This is Class 1 of the Bernina 990 Owner's Classes that will instruct you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina 990 Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This class focuses on the Sewing functionality of the machine.
Cost: $ FREE
This is Class 1 of the Bernina 990 Owner's Classes that will instruct you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina 990 Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This class focuses on the Sewing functionality of the machine.
Cost: $ FREE
Bernina 990 Owner's Class - 2nd Class - Quilting Machine Instruction
This is the third in the Bernina 990 Owner's Class series that instructs you on the Quilting Functionality of your new or new to you Bernina 990 Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center.
Cost: $ FREE
This is the third in the Bernina 990 Owner's Class series that instructs you on the Quilting Functionality of your new or new to you Bernina 990 Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center.
Cost: $ FREE
Bernina 990 Owner's Class - 3rd Class - Embroidery Machine Instruction (part 1)
This is the 2nd class of the Bernina 990 Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina 990 Embroidery Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This is part 1 of the Embroidery section, which will be done in 2 parts.
Cost: $ FREE
This is the 2nd class of the Bernina 990 Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina 990 Embroidery Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This is part 1 of the Embroidery section, which will be done in 2 parts.
Cost: $ FREE
Bernina 990 Owner's Class - 4th Class - Embroidery Machine Instruction (part 2)
This is the continuation of the 2nd class of the Bernina 990 Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina 990 Embroidery Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This is part 2 of the Embroidery section. Part 1 should be taken prior to this class.
Cost: $ FREE
This is the continuation of the 2nd class of the Bernina 990 Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina 990 Embroidery Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This is part 2 of the Embroidery section. Part 1 should be taken prior to this class.
Cost: $ FREE
Bernina Owner's Class - 1st CLASS - Part 1 Sewing Machine Instruction
This is a Bernina Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This section focuses on SEWING. This class is not applicable for bernette sewing machines.
Cost: $ FREE
This is a Bernina Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This section focuses on SEWING. This class is not applicable for bernette sewing machines.
Cost: $ FREE
Bernina Owner's Class - 2nd CLASS - Quilting Machine Instruction
This is a Bernina Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This class will focus on the quilting settings and functionality of your Bernina sewing machine.
Cost: $ FREE
This is a Bernina Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This class will focus on the quilting settings and functionality of your Bernina sewing machine.
Cost: $ FREE
Bernina Owner's Class - 3rd CLASS - EMBROIDERY - Part 1 (Module/Machine Instruction)
This is the second party of the Bernina Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This 2nd part class will be specific to the Embroidery Module and Embroidery functionality of your machine.
Cost: $ FREE
This is the second party of the Bernina Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina Sewing Machine that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This 2nd part class will be specific to the Embroidery Module and Embroidery functionality of your machine.
Cost: $ FREE
Bernina Owner's Class - 4th CLASS - EMBROIDERY - Part 2 (Module/Machine Instruction)
This is the embroidery/quilting module section of the Bernina Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina Sewing Machine Module that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This is the second part of a two-part class that is specific to the Embroidery/Quilting Module and the embroidery functionality of your machine.
Cost: $ FREE
This is the embroidery/quilting module section of the Bernina Owner's Class that instructs you on the working of your new or new to you Bernina Sewing Machine Module that you purchased at 1st Sewing Center. This is the second part of a two-part class that is specific to the Embroidery/Quilting Module and the embroidery functionality of your machine.
Cost: $ FREE
Beginning Machine Embroidery
Learn the foundational skills and items needed to create beautiful machine embroidery. This class will go through the different stabilizers, fabrics, needles, design files, hooping and more. In session 1, you will create your own Stabilizer notebook. In Session 2, we will review Session 1 and work on 2 small projects to understand the basics and prepare you for the types of projects we do in 1st Sewing Center's Embroidery Club.
Cost: $ 120.00
Learn the foundational skills and items needed to create beautiful machine embroidery. This class will go through the different stabilizers, fabrics, needles, design files, hooping and more. In session 1, you will create your own Stabilizer notebook. In Session 2, we will review Session 1 and work on 2 small projects to understand the basics and prepare you for the types of projects we do in 1st Sewing Center's Embroidery Club.
Cost: $ 120.00
E. August & September 2026 Embroidery Club Meetings
Get a head start on Halloween with a project that’s equal parts spooky and sweet! ???????? Step into the whimsical world of Boo Manor, where friendly ghosts drift through the windows, jack-o’-lanterns glow with personality, and a not-so-scary skeleton keeps watch under a crescent moon. This charming tiling scene is packed with playful details—from swirly rooftops and candy-colored trim to curious black cats and cheerful pumpkins—making every stitch a delight.
Cost: $ 40.00
Get a head start on Halloween with a project that’s equal parts spooky and sweet! ???????? Step into the whimsical world of Boo Manor, where friendly ghosts drift through the windows, jack-o’-lanterns glow with personality, and a not-so-scary skeleton keeps watch under a crescent moon. This charming tiling scene is packed with playful details—from swirly rooftops and candy-colored trim to curious black cats and cheerful pumpkins—making every stitch a delight.
Cost: $ 40.00
F. October 2026 Embroidery Club Meeting
Celebrate the season with a little sparkle and a whole lot of creativity! In this festive embroidery club session, you'll create a beautiful Christmas Tree Cutwork Pillow featuring an elegant cutwork design that adds texture, dimension, and holiday charm to your home décor.
Cost: $ 20.00
Celebrate the season with a little sparkle and a whole lot of creativity! In this festive embroidery club session, you'll create a beautiful Christmas Tree Cutwork Pillow featuring an elegant cutwork design that adds texture, dimension, and holiday charm to your home décor.
Cost: $ 20.00
G. November 2026 Embroidery Club Meeting
Stitch up a project that's as practical as it is adorable! This month's Machine Embroidery Club features the In-the-Hoop Bowl Cozy from Designs by JuJu. These cozy little bowl "hugs" are perfect for protecting your hands from hot soups, chili, oatmeal, or even keeping your fingers comfortable while enjoying a bowl of ice cream!
Cost: $ 20.00
Stitch up a project that's as practical as it is adorable! This month's Machine Embroidery Club features the In-the-Hoop Bowl Cozy from Designs by JuJu. These cozy little bowl "hugs" are perfect for protecting your hands from hot soups, chili, oatmeal, or even keeping your fingers comfortable while enjoying a bowl of ice cream!
Cost: $ 20.00
H. December 2026 Embroidery Club Meeting
Get ready to stitch up some winter magic! This month's Embroidery Club project is the adorable Snow Place Like Home wall hanging from Embroidery Garden. Create a beautifully quilted seasonal decoration completely in the hoop that's perfect for brightening your home all winter long.
Cost: $ 20.00
Get ready to stitch up some winter magic! This month's Embroidery Club project is the adorable Snow Place Like Home wall hanging from Embroidery Garden. Create a beautifully quilted seasonal decoration completely in the hoop that's perfect for brightening your home all winter long.
Cost: $ 20.00
Villa Rosa Designs Solar Flare Quilt Class with Rachel
Light up your sewing space with the stunning Villa Rosa Designs Solar Flare Quilt! This eye-catching project combines bold movement, striking angles, and radiant color placement to create a quilt that truly shines. Whether you choose vibrant prints, modern solids, or soft seasonal tones, the Solar Flare pattern creates a dynamic finished quilt that looks far more intricate than it is.
Cost: $ 60.00
Light up your sewing space with the stunning Villa Rosa Designs Solar Flare Quilt! This eye-catching project combines bold movement, striking angles, and radiant color placement to create a quilt that truly shines. Whether you choose vibrant prints, modern solids, or soft seasonal tones, the Solar Flare pattern creates a dynamic finished quilt that looks far more intricate than it is.
Cost: $ 60.00
1st Sewing Center Open Sew
Need a little extra space for a project? Wish you could sew with a friend, but don't have the space? Join 1st Sewing Center for Open Sew Thursdays - our Social Event where we open up our classroom for you to work on any project you want. Just bring your machine, your project, and friends and sew the afternoon away in comfort. A $5.00 fee will hold one of the ten available spots. Each participant is required to pay the $5 fee and register online.
Cost: $ 5.00
Need a little extra space for a project? Wish you could sew with a friend, but don't have the space? Join 1st Sewing Center for Open Sew Thursdays - our Social Event where we open up our classroom for you to work on any project you want. Just bring your machine, your project, and friends and sew the afternoon away in comfort. A $5.00 fee will hold one of the ten available spots. Each participant is required to pay the $5 fee and register online.
Cost: $ 5.00
2026 HandiQuilter Event Day 3: Pro-Stitcher Basics & Beyond Hands On
Pro-Stitcher is an intuitive computer-guided quilting system designed especially for use with Handi Quilter longarm quilting machines. User-friendly and simple to operate, the step-by-step process for each function is easy and fun. Whether finishing your own quilts or considering a quilting business, come see the elegant and precise quilting you can accomplish with Pro-Stitcher. New users – start here!
Cost: $ 80.00
Pro-Stitcher is an intuitive computer-guided quilting system designed especially for use with Handi Quilter longarm quilting machines. User-friendly and simple to operate, the step-by-step process for each function is easy and fun. Whether finishing your own quilts or considering a quilting business, come see the elegant and precise quilting you can accomplish with Pro-Stitcher. New users – start here!
Cost: $ 80.00
Bernina Stitchwise 2026 - Serge Forward!
Come create with us! You will enjoy making a trio of coordinating projects in this full day workshop while exploring serger techniques. In this class, you will learn how various serger stitches can help you with both practical and decorative applications. Whether you are totally new to serging or have used a serger for years, you will learn something new, spend time with new friends, and have fun in the process. Bring your creativity, and leave with new techniques, finished projects, and tons of inspiration.
Cost: $ 139.00
Come create with us! You will enjoy making a trio of coordinating projects in this full day workshop while exploring serger techniques. In this class, you will learn how various serger stitches can help you with both practical and decorative applications. Whether you are totally new to serging or have used a serger for years, you will learn something new, spend time with new friends, and have fun in the process. Bring your creativity, and leave with new techniques, finished projects, and tons of inspiration.
Cost: $ 139.00