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Alicia Welcher
Thursday 10/12/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 5X, B21
Have fun and build your serger skills at the same time. This is the perfect class for everyone who loves to sew and wants to increase their dexterity with the serger. Discover a fantastic collection of bags, zipper techniques and serger tricks – all wrapped up in helpful tips and lots VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Thursday 10/12/23
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
C35X
Want to take your greeting card game to the next level? With machine embroidery, you can! Learn how to successfully embroider heavy cardstock as you create these whimsical greeting cards. There will be several subjects from which to choose and, as a bonus, you will be able to access all the embro VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Thursday 10/12/23
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
D51XY
Did you know that you can create a perfect welt pocket using your embroidery machine? During this class, you will see how easy it is to create both the pocket and the welt opening using machine embroidery. You will walk away with this adorable tote bag, complete with applique and a functioning we VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H115X, J131
Hands down, the two most popular projects for those new to machine embroidery are t-shirts and towels. Learn the proper way to stabilize these unusual fabrics, hooping techniques for those hard-to-hoop items and how to choose the right embroidery designs for your project. Join us to see how easy VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K149, L165XY
Created entirely on your serger, this little bag is chock-full of serger techniques that you will love to learn. First, Alicia will show you how to insert a zipper by serger, one of the quickest and cleanest ways to insert a zipper. You will also learn how to create your own piping, which gives t VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Saturday 10/14/23
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Q234
Feel like you’re missing out on something? Like knowing how to hoop things that just don’t look hoop-able? Those days are over, as Alicia shares easy ways to tame those seemingly impossible items and get them under your embroidery needle without a struggle. As with all her courses, VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Saturday 10/14/23
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
R250
Have you been looking for ways to create more amazing projects with your embroidery machine? Maybe you want to stitch on some non-traditional surfaces ….. maybe even non-fabric materials! Join Alicia as she blazes a trail of stunning embroidery options from the not-your-average-fabric ca VIEW MORE...
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Alicia Welcher
Saturday 10/14/23
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S261, T277X
Have fun and build your serger skills at the same time. This is the perfect class for everyone who loves to sew and wants to increase their dexterity with the serger. Discover a fantastic collection of bags, zipper techniques and serger tricks – all wrapped up in helpful tips and lots VIEW MORE...
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Carmen Geddes
Thursday 10/12/23
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A 4
Ever been stumped on how to finish your quilts? Learn techniques for binding that are easy for fantastic results every time! Tips will be discussed for both machine and hand sewing your binding. Carmen will demonstrate her simple piping technique and share tips on wavy and scalloped edges! She wi VIEW MORE...
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Classic Sewing Educator
Wednesday 10/11/23
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB302X, MDB362X
Whether you are planning an exciting new adventure or simply dreaming of one, we have got you covered! Join us as we guide you through the art of embroidering essential travel items, ensuring you are not just ready to go, but ready to go in style.
In this immer VIEW MORE...
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Donelle McAdams
Thursday 10/12/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 8X, B24
Join us for a Play Date using templates for quilting. No free motion or template quilting experience needed. You will walk through the basics and then play with the templates to experience the ease of quilting with them. You will also be shown how to use the templates and accessories (all provide VIEW MORE...
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Donelle McAdams
Friday 10/13/23
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
J139X
Just when you thought you knew all the latest sewing hacks that existed - along comes an educator that introduces new ways to use what you already have, new tools to make your job easier and tips and techniques that will save you a lot of time and frustration. DO NOT MISS THIS LECTURE/DEMO! < VIEW MORE...
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Donelle McAdams
Friday 10/13/23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
N200X, P216
Join us for a Play Date using templates for quilting. No free motion or template quilting experience needed. You will walk through the basics and then play with the templates to experience the ease of quilting with them. You will also be shown how to use the templates and accessories (all provide VIEW MORE...
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Donelle McAdams
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q232X, R248
Join us for a Play Date using templates for quilting. No free motion or template quilting experience needed. You will walk through the basics and then play with the templates to experience the ease of quilting with them. You will also be shown how to use the templates and accessories (all provide VIEW MORE...
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Elissa Ziccardi
Thursday 10/12/23
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
B28X
The hottest technique taking the sewing community by storm is foundation paper piecing (FPP). Join Elissa as she dives into this precision machine piecing technique. Discover the tools that will make your FPP experience as enjoyable and as fuss free as possible. Leave with the knowledge to produc VIEW MORE...
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Elissa Ziccardi
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C42, D58XY
Stitch your way to fun as you learn the technique of English Paper Piecing and discover the joy in slow stitching as you reclaim the craft of traditional handwork. English Paper Piecing (EPP) combines paper templates and fabrics in a mix of shapes and sizes to create beautiful and unique geometri VIEW MORE...
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Elissa Ziccardi
Friday 10/13/23
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
J140X
Have you been considering the big question; Can I really turn my craft hobby into a successful business? The answer is YES! In this class, we will cover what steps are involved and what you’ll need to do to take that leap. Elissa will discuss how to build your target market and ideal client VIEW MORE...
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Elissa Ziccardi
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K154
Thread comes in a variety of weights and fibers, but how do you know which one to use to get the desired effect? Choosing the right thread can be challenging but is vital to the success and longevity of our sewing. In this lecture Elissa will show you how to select the correct weight of thread fo VIEW MORE...
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Elissa Ziccardi
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q226X, R242
If you are looking for perfectly precise points in your piecing without a ton of fuss, then foundation paper piecing is a “must have” technique you will want to add to your skill set and quilting portfolio. Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) is a technique used to achieve accurate and uni VIEW MORE...
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Elissa Ziccardi
Saturday 10/14/23
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
S268X
Quilters and sewists rejoice! Exploding onto fashion stages worldwide, quilted garments have quickly become a must-have fashion item, and the trend shows no sign of slowing. Quilted garments are practical fashion and take on a wide variety of unique styles, colors, and design elements. Join Eliss VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Wednesday 10/11/23
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB301X, MDB361X
These feet were not made for walking, let Jill show you what they can do. Using the right accessory foot will allow you to sew with accuracy and speed while achieving gorgeous results. Learn a variety of quilting techniques while making this decorative 17-inch sampler. By learning the purpose of VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Thursday 10/12/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 3X, B19
Samples, samples, and more samples! Make samples of twin needle tucks, edge joining tucks, edge stitching tucks, embellished tucks, hooped embroidery, non-hooped embroidery, stitch manipulation that will inspire and delight. You could make the samples into a reference notebook to refer to again a VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C40, D56XY
Sunflower Mini is the third and final piece in Jill’s mini flower series. Start by making a simple paper pieced base with an appliquéd vase. Then make cheerful sunflowers using a simple double sided petal technique enhanced with a bit of colored pencil and a raw edge yo-yo center with some VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H121X, J137
Let us make a sample booklet! This four-page, double-sided sampler displays a variety of sashiko designs, woven sashiko and a bit of Boro technique. The cover will include Boro and an original dragonfly design and is lined with pockets to keep all your sashiko tools together. Learn to make a twis VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Friday 10/13/23
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
L170
You WILL have fun in this class, in fact we dare you not to! Add a little surprise to your quilts with dozens of embellishment ideas. Begin with couching, add free-motion doodling, decorative stitches by hand and machine, dimensional appliques, fabric manipulation, and tucks. Now add coloring, sp VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q233X, R249
No drawing ability needed, really. You willl use simple stencils to trace designs onto freezer paper-backed muslin…. How easy is that? Then, starting with crayons, you will simply color (mostly inside the lines). Jill will help you with shading and application techniques, then take you on VIEW MORE...
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Jill McCloy
Saturday 10/14/23
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S258, T274X
Unleash the potential of your sewing machine with our Foot Feats workshop, where we explore the versatility of the 7-hole cord foot and the braiding foot. These couching feet may seem similar but offer unique capabilities that, when combined, open the door to a world of creative stitchin VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Thursday 10/12/23
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A 9
Often, it’s the collar or cuff construction that can make or break a garment. We will delve into professional construction techniques and innovative methods to create interest in your collars or cuffs. What is on the inside of that collar? Does it matter? Can you really jazz up a collar or VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Thursday 10/12/23
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
B25
Let's be honest, a classic dress shirt (especially in menswear) can be boring!! Let’s liven it up with some well-placed seams or some awesome color blocking or a combination of the two. What if you added texture? Let’s go inside the mind of Jim Suzio to see what other artful and c VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
C41
When your car's not running, you go to the mechanic. Faucet drips, the plumber. Not feeling well, the physician. But where do you go when your embroidery design does not stitch out right? You know that perfect design you saw online, beautifully flowing fills, textures, with detailed outlining VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Thursday 10/12/23
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
D57
We have all had it happen, we follow the pattern directions closely, yet the hem on your newly constructed garment fails to lay flat and smooth. Or you are asked to hem that gown, only to have it curl and stretch, or worse, the rolled hem pulls away creating more of a problem. Jim will explain se VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Thursday 10/12/23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F83X, G 99
Three-dimensional machine embroidery is gaining popularity among enthusiasts. Jim has produced a way for you to recreate this 3D lotus flower that literally blooms before your eyes upon completion- all done in-the-hoop on an embroidery machine! Use it as a stunning centerpiece on the table for yo VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K156
Why complain about the lack of shirt pattern selections when all you have to do is make your own? You may already have that perfect or close to perfect shirt hanging in your closet. Simply take the shirt you already like and re-draft it to one you love! Jim will explain how easily you can replace VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Friday 10/13/23
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
M188
You have seen them in the best shops, online and in catalogs. Those dress shirts with smooth plackets, matching pockets, crisp collars, and unique detail finishes. These features are easier to duplicate than you might think! We will discuss fabric selection. Do you have to use woven fabrics or wo VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Saturday 10/14/23
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
R244
Seams. They are what bring our projects together. Seams are simple enough, fabric brought together with needle and thread. Is it really all that simple or could you improve upon your craft by using a not so obvious seam choice? Dive into the world of seams and discover benefits to moving away fro VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Saturday 10/14/23
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
S260
In our hectic lives, many of us find it hard at times to dedicate time to our fashion sewing (more so if you are on the road teaching it!). Any shortcuts that help with time as well as improve our sewing skills are most beneficial to the end product. In class, we will discover unique ways to elim VIEW MORE...
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Jim Suzio
Saturday 10/14/23
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
T276
There is a difference between “Home Made” and “Hand Made” when it comes to garment sewing. Jim will share some of his best sewing secrets to put an end to “Home Made.” He will discuss how to make an invisible zipper installation look flawless, make any zipper i VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Wednesday 10/11/23
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB305X, MDB365X
Discover the art of precision in garment fitting with a unique hands-on experience led by expert fitter and designer, Joe Vecchiarelli. In this immersive draping workshop, you will transcend the limitations of flat patterns and embark on a journey to tailor a three-dimensional masterpiece that pe VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 10/12/23
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A 6
Discover the unparalleled efficiency and precision that comes with shaping your garment on a dress form. Dive into the world of seamless adjustments, effortlessly manipulating sizing materials to mirror your unique silhouette in an instant.
Bid farewell to the frustrati VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C38, D54XY
Master the Art of Sleeve Crafting: In this immersive class led by Joe, you will bid farewell to ill-fitting sleeves and unlock the secrets to drafting your perfect sleeve pattern. Say goodbye to sleeves that are too big or too small – with Joe's expert guidance, you will create a custom VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Thursday 10/12/23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F86X, G102
Embark on a transformative journey into the art of draping as you unravel the secrets to achieving the perfect fit for the human body. Immerse yourself in hands-on experiences that will elevate your skills in draping and patternmaking, including full-bust adjustment. In this comprehensive course, VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Friday 10/13/23
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
H118, J134
We judge a pattern by its fit and whether it flatters our figure. Do you find that commercial patterns are created with one body shape in mind, and that shape is never yours? Get the most out of your store-bought patterns by learning Joe’s techniques that will help you alter any pattern to VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Friday 10/13/23
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
L166, M182
Discover the secrets of draping your lower half in this comprehensive class led by expert fitter and instructor, Joe Vecchiarelli. Dive into the fundamentals as you embark on a hands-on journey to craft a basic straight pant. From mastering the intricacies of taking accurate measurements with the VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Saturday 10/14/23
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
S262X
Joe Vecchiarelli, professional garment fitter for Dancing with the Stars, will demonstrate how to alter a combination of commercial patterns and ready-made garments together to achieve an accurate and comfortable fit on the body form. With his trade secrets, you too can have better fitti VIEW MORE...
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Joe Vecchiarelli
Saturday 10/14/23
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
T284
Discover the secrets of the fashion industry with our comprehensive class on specialty tools and notions used daily by professionals and why they cannot sew without them. Unlock the skills to navigate your design journey with efficiency, precision, and confidence, just like the professionals in N VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C39, D55XY
Are you new to sergers or curious about what they can do? In this hands-on class, you will learn a variety of serger techniques; quilt piecing, easy zipper insertion and how to go around corners with piping! You will learn about the different types of serger stitches and when to use them, giving VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H120X, J136
Introducing the Two-in-One Bag - a must for those in search of a simple yet stylish companion for sewing retreats or cruises. Learn to create a versatile bag that effortlessly shifts from a chic shoulder bag to a practical backpack in mere moments, ensuring convenience wherever your adve VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Friday 10/13/23
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
K147X
Come learn to create and personalize this pieced mug rug all in-the-hoop on an embroidery machine. Piecing in-the-hoop is easy, precise and produces beautiful results! Use this instead of a coaster (or a napkin) to keep your tabletop dry and stylish! Make a set for yourself and more to give as gi VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Friday 10/13/23
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
L163XY
Looking for a quick and easy gift you can make for your family and friends? This in-the-hoop paper pieced potholder is just what you’re looking for. With just a few clicks on your embroidery machine you can complete this simple but versatile project. Take it a step further by putting the pa VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q231X, R247
This elegant placemat and napkin set is perfect for anyone new to sergers or looking for a refresher course. Piecing on the serger is a fast and very “neat” way of piecing. Learn the difference between 3 and 4 thread overlock, rolled hem stitches and how and when they are used. See ho VIEW MORE...
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Joyce Keske
Saturday 10/14/23
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S259, T275X
Did you know you could quilt on vinyl using an embroidery machine? Who knew, right! In this class you will be learning how to create an inner credit card pocket and a zipper pocket for your wallet with no measuring required. When you are done in the hoop, finish with some topstitching on the sewi VIEW MORE...
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Judy Kessinger
Wednesday 10/11/23
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB306X, MDB366X
This is the day Judy shares something exciting with her sewing friends. Known as The Fit Doctor, Judy will spend the day administering to you -- dosing you with a new enthusiasm for sewing clothes you’ll love to wear, as she diagnoses and treats the causes of your diminished enthusiasm abou VIEW MORE...
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Judy Phillips
Wednesday 10/11/23
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB304X, MDB364X
Have you ever wanted to make a Collage Quilt and weren’t sure where to start? We have streamlined the process for you! Come prepared to leave with the beginnings of a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Each of these quilts are unique and take on a personality all their own. The collage technique ad VIEW MORE...
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Judy Phillips
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
C44
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Judy Phillips
Friday 10/13/23
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
H123
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Judy Phillips
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
K152, L168, M184
Traditional Dresden plates are a wonderful way to use up your fabric stash. Learn how to make this spectacular Dresden Bloom wall hanging the effortless way, using printed fusible interfacing from QuiltSmart. This ingenious method allows for curved and/or pointed blades, the choice is yours. Sewi VIEW MORE...
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Judy Phillips
Saturday 10/14/23
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
T283
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Karla Herrin
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q227X, R243
Karla has a new spin on the pineapple pattern! You will begin by decorating the center of the traditional pineapple block with an embroidery design. Learn to build the hexagon foundation combining a simple strip piecing with a quilt-as-you-go technique to make the table topper perfect for any hom VIEW MORE...
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Kathy McMakin
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
C43
When sewists talk about sergers do you feel like you need a translator? Upper loopers…lower loopers… chain loopers…differential feed…five needles…. WHAT??? You have got to be kidding! Kathy will start at the VERY BEGINNING, explaining the ins and outs of sergers VIEW MORE...
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Kathy McMakin
Thursday 10/12/23
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
D59
While you never really know what you’ll see in Kathy’s classroom, you can count on learning lots! And when it comes to sergers, she has much to share. Learn how to use the cover and chain stitch functions on the serger, the accessory feet that really make them sing and leave with the VIEW MORE...
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Kathy McMakin
Thursday 10/12/23
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
E75
Details always make the difference! From easy tricks for the smallest of garments, to creating perfect collars, added piping, pintucks, folded tucks, puffing, spaghetti bias, rick rack, covered buttons, pearl buttons and other embellishments….. you’ll explore dozens of wa VIEW MORE...
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Kathy McMakin
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H117X, J133
Unbelievable! In just a few hours, you can craft a whole knit tee-top – no kidding! We promise it is quick, easy, and looks incredibly professional, all thanks to your trusty serger. Join us for a hands-on workshop where we have chosen a luscious, soft-as-butter knit paired with dyed-to-mat VIEW MORE...
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Kathy McMakin
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K151, L167XY
Can you ever have too many totes? Absolutely not, never!!! We always need something to carry all our stuff. This easy-to-construct tote will be completed in three hours and ready to fill!! For your tote pockets, you will attach and create piping with your sergers AND insert a zipper. Plus, learn VIEW MORE...
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Kathy McMakin
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q229X, R245
Intimidated? Fear not! The serger is your friend! It is the perfect companion for your sewing machine, as it always makes you look like a professional (even if you are not). Knowing your serger, what it can do and how to do it will take your sewing to a whole new level. Learn how a serger VIEW MORE...
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Kathy McMakin
Saturday 10/14/23
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S263, T279X
Do you love that vintage look but think you do not have enough sewing time to complete something so intricate? Well, think again! Heirloom details completed on your serger are fast, fun and easy. Never done heirloom before? Absolutely no worries! Kathy will introduce you to the world of heirloom VIEW MORE...
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Kris Vierra
Thursday 10/12/23
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A11
Sewing machines are incredibly simple to use. Place the fabric under the presser foot, push down on the pedal, and you are off. No problem, until something goes wrong. Whether you are brand new to sewing or have been at it for a while, this class will help improve your skills by helping you under VIEW MORE...
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Kris Vierra
Thursday 10/12/23
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
B27X
Social media and the web are the must have tools to grow and expand your business. So why do you need both? Kris will cover everything from websites to Facebook and Instagram. Students will learn the basics of social media and the best use to benefit your business. Is there a best time to post? H VIEW MORE...
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Kris Vierra
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C33, D49XY
Tired of quilts that have more waves than Miss America? Want to learn to miter single or multiple borders without worry? Maybe you just want to spice up your same old borders and binding with something new: like scallops, flanges, or prairie points. Join Kris as she covers basic and advanced bind VIEW MORE...
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Kris Vierra
Thursday 10/12/23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F89X, G105
You love finishing quilts and now you are thinking about making some extra money on the side or even going into business full-time, but where do you start? There are many questions to be answered when starting and running a longarm business including startup, pricing, scheduling, attracting, and VIEW MORE...
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Kris Vierra
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H116X, J132
Feathers may seem daunting to master, but they are a quilting staple that everyone should have in their skill set. Kris will have you quilting feathers from fun and funky to formal in no time. She’ll share all her tips and tricks to make feathers into one of your favorite quilting designs. VIEW MORE...
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Kris Vierra
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K145, L161XY
Love the look of needle turn applique, but hate the time involved? Want to have smooth curves and perfect points every time? Learn how to create and assemble your own applique quilts in no time! In this class, students will learn how to do fast and easy needle turn projects using their sewing mac VIEW MORE...
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Kris Vierra
Friday 10/13/23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
N193X, P209
Love the idea of reduce, reuse, and recycle? This class will walk you through how to make a fun and easy purse from a recycled pair of jeans. You will also reuse the built-in jean pockets, so they become functional pockets on your “new” fashionable bag. This is a great beginner projec VIEW MORE...
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Kris Vierra
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q230X, R246
Unsure what to quilt on all those lovely negative spaces on modern quilts? In this class, Kris will walk you through the basics of how to pick the best designs for your quilts. She will cover dividing up the negative spaces into workable sections and how to quilt multiple designs suitable for mod VIEW MORE...
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Marsha Kirsch
Thursday 10/12/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 2X, B18
This delightful bag is packed with techniques and whatever you choose to put in it! Marsha will share some of her creative tips and tricks for easy piecing, putting in a two-way zipper, creating embellishments on your sewing machine and other goodies you do not want to miss. The bag is e VIEW MORE...
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Nancy Sapin
Thursday 10/12/23
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A10
That IS the question! Nancy will take the confusion out of applique while we consider what should be fused vs what should not and what to do next. As a bonus we will explore dimensional applique as opposed to traditional applique. This one-hour trunk show will answer questions you did not know yo VIEW MORE...
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Nancy Sapin
Thursday 10/12/23
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
B26
Trapunto—what is it? Trapunto is an excellent way to add interest and dimension to your works of art, everyday quilt projects and wall hangings by using batting to build height to an otherwise flat project. Explore the various ways this can be achieved and discover how you can create even mor VIEW MORE...
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Nancy Sapin
Thursday 10/12/23
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
D52
Explore threads -- types, weights, and uses! Discuss free motion techniques and learn how to decide what to put where. All the knowledge Nancy shares will help your projects look professional every time, and her trunk show will inspire everyone, from the very beginner to the most experienced stit VIEW MORE...
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Nancy Sapin
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H122X, J138
Let’s make sense of stabilizers. Understanding stabilizing, what to use where, when and how can be very confusing and frustrating. In this class, we will be creating a notebook that will guide you to the correct stabilizer for all your sewing and embroidery needs. We will explore each type VIEW MORE...
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Nancy Sapin
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K155
Explore threads -- types, weights, and uses! Discuss free motion techniques and learn how to decide what to put where. All the knowledge Nancy shares will help your projects look professional every time, and her trunk show will inspire everyone, from the very beginner to the most experienced stit VIEW MORE...
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Nancy Sapin
Friday 10/13/23
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
L171
When time is a factor and you are in a pinch for that special gift, Nancy, the Queen of Small Projects, will share her secrets and show you how easy it is to refurbish, renew and remake usable items into quick handmade gifts in no time. A handmade gift is so much more special than something just VIEW MORE...
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Nancy Sapin
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Q225X, R241
Each class we take, we learn new techniques and often forget them if they are not used right away. What if you there were a way to build a notebook of technique pages so that it is handy, and you don’t forget? Nancy will show you how to create your own book of “technique pages&r VIEW MORE...
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Nancy Sapin
Saturday 10/14/23
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S264, T280X
This awesome functional basket is as much fun to make and keep as it is to fill up and give away as a hand-crafted gift. Enjoy the camaraderie of classmates while learning the basics of fabric wrapped corded bowls. Learn how to stabilize the handle, how to create a swirl pattern and make your bow VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Thursday 10/12/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 1X, B17
Nick has done it again! He has taken the great parts of the Magic Jacket and transformed it into a Boho, tunic length vest. Perfect for spring and summer layering, it will certainly become your go-to vest. From the inseam button band to the cute, gathered pockets it is sure have people asking, VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
C37, D53, E69
Everyone has that favorite tee that seems to go with everything and then suddenly, they stop making them. Join Nick in a “make it better and make it yours” exploration in pattern making. In class we will knock off your tee and make up a muslin out of that pattern. Then we will make so VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Thursday 10/12/23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F82X, G 98
Elevate your garments and take them to the next level with a tried-and-true workroom secret. Don’t let the title fool you, this is one of the ways designers make ordinary garments look extraordinary. We will look at the possibilities of shaped openings and learn a way to make them fast and VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H113X, J129
This little jacket will quickly become one of your favorites to throw on over a tee or button up shirt. It looks just as at home with jeans as it does with a tank dress. Create your very own out of a mid-weight cotton, with inspiration from Nick’s collection. He will show the various possib VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K146, L162XY
Ever admired quilts but felt daunted by angles and precision cutting? Enter Nick's improvisational quilt class! Say goodbye to rulers and precision stress – it is time to free up your sewing and embrace the spontaneity. Grab your rotary cutter and join us for a class filled with creativ VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Q235X
How often have we seen that piece of fabric that takes our breath away, but said what would I do with it, and how do I sew it? You’ve come to the right place. This class covers choosing appropriate styles and sewing techniques for fine and unusual fabrics. Nick will demonstrate sewing on a VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Saturday 10/14/23
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
R251
Have you ever altered a pattern to fit your body and found after all was said and done that yes, it fit, but didn't look like the pattern envelope any longer? That's because patterns are just a template -- a place for you to start. Join Nick Coman in this jam-packed overview of how the industry VIEW MORE...
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Nick Coman
Saturday 10/14/23
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
S257, T273X
This beautiful woven tee has a bias drape and cut on sleeves. There are only two pieces to cut, the sewing is easy, and the length and look are variable depending on the look you want. This is a great wardrobe builder that is versatile and easy to wear. Depending on the fabric you choose, it can VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Wednesday 10/11/23
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB303X, MDB363X
In this all-day class with Pam Damour, you will construct an extremely versatile bag that can masquerade as a purse, a small tote bag, or even a bag for future projects. Perhaps the most exciting thing about this “Studio Bag” is the surprising way in which it is constructed: from star VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Thursday 10/12/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
A 7X, B23
From Pam’s newest book, Power Serge, experience a series of functional and beautiful techniques on the serger. Chosen for their popularity and versatility, Pam’s collection includes double piping, pintucks, zipper insertions, ruffles, pleats and more. Plus a trunk show to jump-start t VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Thursday 10/12/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
C34, D50XY
Learning how to execute perfect miters to professionally finish the corners of your home décor, garment and quilting projects. In this technique workbook class, you’ll learn mitered corners with and without linings, mitered banding, mitered borders, reverse miters, asymmetrical miters and m VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Thursday 10/12/23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
F87X, G103
Quick and easy is exactly what this bag is all about. It is made completely on the serger. Learn how to insert a decorative zipper and attach a removable strap with a swivel clip. It has a flat bottom and is very versatile. Lengthen the strap and it becomes a cross body bag, shorten it some, shou VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H114X, J130
This great little clutch is an elegant accessory and easy as pie to make. And of course, if zippers have intimidated you at any point, you will quickly become their master during class. The Chrissie Clutch features zipper pockets made with Pam’s metallic zippers and pulls, a lining and stra VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
K153, L169XY
Inspired by days gone by, these sewing boxes allowed you to carry all the necessary supplies in one meticulously organized box. This box is designed to open like a flower when the top of the box is removed, exposing “petals” that will hold a variety of your sewing notions. All you nee VIEW MORE...
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Pam Damour
Saturday 10/14/23
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
S267X
The secret is out! A great bag does not just happen, it takes research, engineering, and planning to succeed. Pam has done all the research and is going to share her discoveries with you. She will help you determine the best stabilizers, zippers, and hardware for your bag, as well as demonstrate VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Wednesday 10/11/23
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
MDB300X, MDB360X
The Sonoma Tee is the perfect project for beginners who would like to expand their sewing knowledge while getting the satisfaction of creating their own garment that really fits. Let Pattie Otto, with over 45 years of sewing experience and over 30 years teaching sewers-like-you, guide you through VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Thursday 10/12/23
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
A12X
With over 30 years of teaching how to sew with knits, Pattie has seen every improper technique and heard every myth and misinformation there is to be said about working with knits. From zigzag hems to overstretched seams, Pattie will share how she has tackled all these and more with her fool-proo VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Thursday 10/12/23
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
B22
Knit pullovers and dresses are the staple of many wardrobes and come in a wide variety of styles. Whether you relax in your favorite cotton tee, pull on a fitted knit tunic over leggings or slip into your best knit dress for a dinner date, there are a few fitting techniques that will help customi VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Thursday 10/12/23
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
D60XY
Unlock a treasure box of Pattie's tips and tricks for garment sewing – okay, maybe not a million, but enough to elevate your garment sewing game! Gain the confidence to conquer both woven and knit projects as you dive into the world of professionally finished shirt pockets and collars, VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
H119X, J135
Get ready for a hands-on experience where you will conquer the four key techniques for serging knits: seaming, neckbands, hems, and applying elastic.
Explore the art of basic seaming on various knit types, unravel the mysteries of stabilizers and topstitching, and disco VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Friday 10/13/23
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
K150
Knit pullovers and dresses are the staple of many wardrobes and come in a wide variety of styles. Whether you relax in your favorite cotton tee, pull on a fitted knit tunic over leggings or slip into your best knit dress for a dinner date, there are a few fitting techniques that will help customi VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Friday 10/13/23
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
L172
The alphabet has taken over the world of modern knit fabrics! ITY, DBP, DTY and more all add to the confusion. Names like Ponte de Roma, Performance, Liverpool and Scuba can cause your head to spin. Get to know the fiber, feel and properties of these hi-tech knits and how to sew with them. Pattie VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Q236X
Unlock a treasure box of Pattie's tips and tricks for garment sewing – okay, maybe not a million, but enough to elevate your garment sewing game! Gain the confidence to conquer both woven and knit projects as you dive into the world of professionally finished shirt pockets and collars, VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Saturday 10/14/23
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
S265X
With over 30 years of teaching how to sew with knits, Pattie has seen every improper technique and heard every myth and misinformation there is to be said about working with knits. From zigzag hems to overstretched seams, Pattie will share how she has tackled all these and more with her fool-proo VIEW MORE...
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Pattie Otto
Saturday 10/14/23
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
T278
The alphabet has taken over the world of modern knit fabrics! ITY, DBP, DTY and more all add to the confusion. Names like Ponte de Roma, Performance, Liverpool and Scuba can cause your head to spin. Get to know the fiber, feel and properties of these hi-tech knits and how to sew with them. Pattie VIEW MORE...
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Susan Miller
Saturday 10/14/23
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
T281
Have you ever been stuck on a project because you cannot find the right matching trim? In this trunk show demonstration, Susan will show you how Quick Points Rulers are HERE to rescue YOU! See how easy it is to make your own continuous trim and embellishments using Janet Platt’s Quick Point VIEW MORE...
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Tamara Evans
Thursday 10/12/23
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
B20X
Join us as we discuss real-life examples of embroidery gone bad, unraveling the contributing culprits and exploring proactive solutions to avoid future mistakes. Engage in a lively session of Can this stitch-out be saved? Beginners and seasoned embroiderers alike will learn the VIEW MORE...
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Tamara Evans
Thursday 10/12/23
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
C36X
Whatever the size, an embroidery machine is an effective and efficient tool for getting those special projects quickly finished with perfection. Learn which designs are most successful for custom quilting or corner-to-corner coverage and which need caution. Find out how to measure and scale desig VIEW MORE...
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Tamara Evans
Friday 10/13/23
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
H124X
Projecting patterns onto fabric for cutting is the newest buzz in sewing. In this class, you will learn the money and time saving benefits of using a projector over traditional paper patterns or PDF downloads. Explore affordable equipment options and learn how easy it is to set up a projector in VIEW MORE...
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Tamara Evans
Friday 10/13/23
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
K148X
Every embroiderer, whether a novice or a seasoned veteran, has, at some point, been plagued by puckered designs, outraged by skewed outlines, and frustrated by fabric shadow-through. Learn simple, successful methods to combine fabric, designs, and stabilizers for picture perfect results. We will VIEW MORE...
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Tamara Evans
Friday 10/13/23
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
L164XY
Let’s face it - hooping is not at the top of anyone’s list of why they embroider. However, proper hooping is vital to successful embroidery outcomes! The perfect combination of stabilizer and fabric for the design is pointless if not hooped correctly. Hooping does not have to be tedio VIEW MORE...
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Tamara Evans
Saturday 10/14/23
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Q228X
Projecting patterns onto fabric for cutting is the newest buzz in sewing. In this class, you will learn the money and time saving benefits of using a projector over traditional paper patterns or PDF downloads. Explore affordable equipment options and learn how easy it is to set up a projector in VIEW MORE...
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Tamara Evans
Saturday 10/14/23
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
S266X
Every embroiderer, whether a novice or a seasoned veteran, has, at some point, been plagued by puckered designs, outraged by skewed outlines, and frustrated by fabric shadow-through. Learn simple, successful methods to combine fabric, designs, and stabilizers for picture perfect results. We will VIEW MORE...
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Tamara Evans
Saturday 10/14/23
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
T282X
Whatever the size, an embroidery machine is an effective and efficient tool for getting those special projects quickly finished with perfection. Learn which designs are most successful for custom quilting or corner-to-corner coverage and which need caution. Find out how to measure and scale desig VIEW MORE...
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