Our Classroom:
Please note that we have a small kitchen area (sink, refrigerator, and microwave) in the classroom. Feel free to use them to stow your lunch or snacks if you want to bring something from home.
Bernina Mastery Classes
When you purchase your sewing machine from Shiisa Quilts, you are entitled to one series of New Owner Mastery Classes. These classes must be completed within six months of purchasing your machine. All levels of machines are welcome at all the classes, although not all techniques taught will be applicable to all machines. Each Mastery Class is $40 or FREE when your Bernina is purchased through Shiisa Quilts.
Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Class Descriptions
| Bernina 101: |
Care and feeding of your new Bernina sewing machine. Learn about threads and needles for excellent results. Begin basic stitches. 3 hours. Class fee: $40 -- FREE for all Shiisa Quilts Bernina owners |
| Bernina 102: |
Continue with utility stitches. Learn about memory and buttonholes. 3 Hours. Class Fee: $40 or FREE to all Shiisa Quilts Bernina owners |
| Bernina 103: |
Quilting and Decorative Stitches Instructor: Chris Allswede. 3 hours. Class Fee: $40 or FREE for Shiisa Quilts Bernina owners |
| Bernina 104: |
Manipulating decorative stitches. Memory. Instructor: Chris Allswede. 3 Hours. Class Fee: $40 or FREE for Shiisa Quilts Bernina Owners |
| Bernette 56, 66, 82e, 92c |
1, 2 |
$80 |
| Bernina 1008 |
1, 2 |
$80 |
| Bernina 210, 220, 230, 240 |
1, 2, 3 |
$120 |
| Bernina 430E, 440QE, 450E |
1, 2, 3, 4, Bernina Embroidery Mastery, Bernina Software Mastery |
$240 |
| Bernina 200E, 630E, 640E, 730E |
1, 2, 3, 4, Bernina Embroidery Mastery, Bernina Software Mastery |
$240 |
Are You a New Bernina Sewing Machine Owner? Register Today for Our Next Mastery Series!
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| Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery 101 |
Wed July 9 - 1pm-4pm |
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| Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery 102 |
Wed July 23 - 1pm-4pm |
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| Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery 103 |
Wed August 6 - 1pm-4pm |
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| Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery 104 |
Wed August 20 - 1pm-4pm |
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Please print the Bernina Sewing Machine Mastery Workbook prior to your first class! This is a long document and if you are printing on an ink-jet printer, we recommend that you print it in black and white! If you would rather we print it for you, we will provide a color copy for $50
Own a New Bernina Serger? Register Today for Our Next Mastery Series!
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| Bernina Serger Mastery I |
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| Bernina Serger Mastery II |
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Please print the Bernina Serger Mastery Workbook prior to your first class! This is a long document and if you are printing on an ink-jet printer, we recommend that you print it in black and white! If you would rather we print it for you, we will provide a color copy for $50
Own a New Bernina Embroidery Machine or Software? Register Today for Our Next Mastery Series!
Please print the Bernina Workbooks listed above prior to your first class! These are long documents and if you are printing on an ink-jet printer, we recommend that you print it in black and white! If you would rather we print it for you, we will provide a color copy for $35
OESD Virtual Training
Join us for classes taught by the educators at OESD!! We’ll connect online and learn lots of new tips and techniques for embroidery!! These are great classes for experienced embroiderers OR for those of you who are considering the purchase of an embroidery machine and/or software.
Cost is $5 per class. Please reserve space so we know there will be room! These classes are lecture only, so no supplies are required!
| Wed Jul 30 |
11:30-12:30 |
Explorations - Making Designs for Quilts and Quilting |
Learn how to use designs, cookie cutters, letters and and layout wheel to make unique designs for quilting with your embroidery machine. |
| Wed Aug 13 |
11:30-12:30 |
Explorations Part 1: Lettering Revisited |
When exploring all the things they can do with the Explorations Lettering Level, people are amazed they can do so much for so little!! |
| Thurs Aug 14 |
3-4 |
Applique - Let Me Count the Ways |
Applique has never been easier to do than when created on your embroidery machine -- it is easy and it is simple! We\'ll take an in-depth look at the different ways to create applique using an embroidery machine. We will discuss basic applique, raw edge applique, reverse applique, and multi-hooped applique. |
| Wed Sep 10 |
11:30-12:30 |
Explorations Part 2: Classic Revisited |
See what the addition of Color Wheel, Cookie Cutters, Articles, and Stitch Sequence can do to add to your embroidery success. |
| Fri Sep 12 |
6-7 |
Details TBA |
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| Tue Sep 16 |
3-4 |
Monogram Mania |
Monogramming is the mania! Everywhere you look things are personalized with names and initials. Monogramming is an easy yet terrific way to make your projects uniquely "yours". Learn a multitude of tricks for monogramming everything from ready-made items to hand-made items. We will also experiment with different thread colors on your designs to keep your embroidery design "stash" new and fresh. Put on your rose-colored glasses and join the fun! |
| Wed Oct 1 |
3:30-4:30 |
Explorations Part 3: Galaxy and Options Revisited |
Explore the possibilities with some great options such as Reshape, Sequence as Selected, Slow Redraw, Buttonholes, and Applique |
| Fri Oct 17 |
3-4 |
Details TBA |
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| Wed Oct 22 |
6-7 |
From Runway to Reality |
Is there a young trendsetter you want to make an embroidered gift for, but you aren\'t quite sure what they would like? We will take a look at the fashions that are hitting the runways and see how you can incorporate those trends into your embroidery projects. Create projects straight from the runway to your machine. |
| Tue Nov 11 |
11:30-12:30 |
Please DO OPEN Before Christmas |
You should most certainly OPEN your Explorations Embroidery Software BEFORE CHRISTMAS! This class will give you some exciting ideas to help you make the most of your software to plan your Christmas gifts! |
| Fri Nov 13 |
6-7 |
Details TBA |
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| Tue Dec 2 |
11:30-12:30 |
Explorations Part 4: Make It Stitches |
Explore Layout Wheel, Quilter, Multi-hooping, Stitches 'n' Effects, Circle-Ring-Star, Stipple Stitch and we'll also explore our new Add-On Companion Software - Make It Stitches |
| Fri Dec 5 |
6-7 |
A Few of My Favorite Things |
Join OESD's educators for a virtual Christmas party as they share a few of their "favorite things"! The staff will share their favorite embroidery tips as well as those from consumers around the country! You will see their favorite stablizers, needles, and threads and their favorite project for the year! |
Virtual Bernina Club
Shiisa Quilts is very excited to announce a new program offered to us by Bernina of America. Each month a Bernina Educator will host a virtual class right here in our shop! Because this class is a virtual presentation, all you need to bring is yourself. And you don't have to know anything about a computer; you just watch the presentation and soak up the inspiration!
Each month we will "log on" with other Bernina shops across the United States and view a class presented by a Bernina Educator. The classes will explore everything from piecing and quilting, embroidery, embellishing, serging, and lots more! Along with the virtual presentation, you will receive a handout of the presentation and a CD that will include instructions for the featured project.
The virtual presentations will be a lecture/demonstration. Following the presentation, you will have the opportunity to try the techniques presented in the virtual demonstration on machines set up in the classroom. We will provide the supplies for the samples.
The fee for each club session is $20 which includes the CD and supplies for the samples.
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| Friday, August 29 |
11-12:30 |
"Mixed Media Mania" |
Create unique backgrounds in either painted or fiber form to be used for decorative stitch work. Use favorite decorative stitches alone or in conjunction with embroidery schemes to create beautiful and unique items. |
| Friday, September 26 |
11-12:30 |
"Elegant Edgings" |
Finishing touches take something from ordinary to extraordinary! Edgings for clothing, home décor and quilts all benefit from pretty finishes. Using our creative sewing stitches and tools we will create those special details that really make a statement! |
| Friday, October 24 |
11-12:30 |
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| Friday, November 14 |
11-12:30 |
Pending |
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Class Descriptions
Need a supply list? Just click on the link!!
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July 2 & 9 |
10-12 |
Korean Pojagi
Alice Ridge
$40 |
Use gorgeous silk fabric to make decorative projects in a traditional Korean art form |
| July 5 |
10-2 |
Local Heroes Program |
As part of the Local Heroes Program, Shiisa Quilts has planned this event to support the spouses of deployed service members. Join us today for sharing, sewing, and just having some fun! Please call 333-8311 for a reservation -- and let us know if you'll need to use one of our machines! See you soon! |
| July 8 |
1-4 |
In Stitches - Wide Leg Lounge Pants
for Teens!!
Ashley Allswede
$30
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Comfy and very very you!! |
| July 10 & 24 |
10-2:30 |
Machine Quilting I & II
Mary Buvia
$65
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Learn the basics (and beyond) of free-motion quilting with award-winning quilter, Mary Buvia! This class is a pre-requisite for Mary's Monthly Design Series |
| July 11 & 25 |
5:30-7:30 |
Scrap Therapy - Scrap Sack
Bonnie Boulding
$40 |
Carry 3 Scrap Therapy bins to class in this roomy scrappy tote! No more messy scraps from tipping and spilling your bin!! Add a Scrap Sack support and you'll want to grab this handy bag every time you run to the market! Bring your Scrap Therapy bins with a collection of 3 1/2" and 2" scraps!! |
| July 22 |
1-4 |
In Stitches - CD Case or Desk Organizer
for Teens!!
Ashley Allswede
$30
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CD Case or Desk Organizer (or Both!!) |
| July 29 |
1-4 |
In Stitches - Bedside Organizer
for Teens!!
Ashley Allswede
$30
Register Online! |
Bedside Organizer |
| July 31 |
10-1 |
Design Series
Mary Buvia
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| August 1 |
10-2 |
Stitches for Hope - Charity Quilting Day
Free, but please make a reservation |
Help us help others!! Bring along your in-progress charity quilts or start a new one! We will have a selection of donation fabric available for those who need/want it. Donate through the Bloomington Quilt Guild or let us donate for you... Need some ideas? We can help with that, too!! Bring your lunch... This is a freebie, but please make a reservation! |
| August 5 |
1:30-4:30 |
Scrap Therapy - Charming Buds
Bonnie Boulding
$30 |
Choose a focus fabric for the border. Add three coordinates for sashing and lattice. Throw in a variety of large and small scrap squares. Attach an extra-cozy, extra-wide binding and TA-DA! Qucker than a wink, this easy lap-sized beauty will be a favorite quilt to make again and again! Each time with a different result! |
| August 16 |
10-4 |
Embellishment and Decorative Threads - AKA Quilting Beyond the Basics
Paula Reid
$60
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| August 16 |
6-9 |
Confessions of An Avid (Some Say Batty) Machine Quilter -- Lecture & Trunk Show
Paula Reid
$10
Register Online! |
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| August 17 |
10-4 |
Tequila Sunrise
Paula Reid
$60
Register Online! |
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