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Classes
At Modern Domestic, we have a little something for everyone. We offer project-based sewing classes and open format technique-based sewing labs for all skill levels.
Students get PERKS!
- What's ours is yours! You bring the supplies listed; we provide the sewing machines, sergers, & tools needed during your class.
- You have complimentary access to use our Sewing Studio supplies & classroom* for the duration of your class and 30 days after.
- You receive 10% off fabric & notions while you are a student.
Class full? We have a waitlist.
If there's a class you want to take, but it is listed "out of stock" give us a call - (503) 808-9910 - we are happy to put you on the class waitlist.
We are constantly adding new classes. Sign up for our newsletter to keep in the loop. Need more personalized instruction? We host private lessons to assure your sewing dreams come true!
*Open Sew hours are first come, first serve — subject to availability and class schedule — please call ahead!
Saturdays, January 10th, 17th, 24th, & 31st, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Work Wear Jacket
$276.00
Make a workwear inspired jacket that will take you through the winter with ease. This class is designed for mixed level sewists, from advanced beginner to intermediate!
Sundays, January 18th & 25th, 10am-1:30pm - Garment Lab: How to Make A Bust Adjustment
$161.00
Bust adjustments are a powerful tool for any garment maker! Once mastered, they are a simple way to get better fitting tops and dresses. This class is a great first step for anyone interested in pattern adjustment and are ready to dip their toe in.
Sunday, January 18th, 2pm-5:30pm - Learn to Sew: Canvas Tote
$81.00
Make this fun, useful tote bag out of your favorite fabrics! You will learn easy techniques to cut out your fabric pieces, sew a pocket, add shape at the bottom, and attach the straps.
Wednesdays, January 21st, 28th, & February 4th, 5pm-8pm - Sewing Lab: All About Bags
$207.00
Have you been wanting to dip your toes into bag-making but need some guidance and accountability? Perhaps you started a project but became stuck or overwhelmed? Bring your bag project(s) at any stage in your process and get all of your questions answered.
Sundays, January 25th, February 1st & 8th, 3pm-6pm - Garment Lab: Knitwear
$207.00
Get your questions about sewing with knits & stretchy fabrics answered! You will learn the ins and outs of sewing knit garments from a pattern. Use our classroom sewing machine and learn how to use our BERNINA classroom sergers.
Friday, January 30th, 4:30pm-7:30pm - Learn to Sew: Cloth Napkins
$69.00
These napkins are the perfect finishing touch for any meal. You will learn beginner skills in cutting, ironing and hemming to make you feel comfortable on your sewing machine. These napkins have mitered corners for fancy finish!
Thursday, February 5th, 5pm-8pm - Learn to Sew: Quilted E-Reader or Book Sleeve
$69.00
Sew a custom e-reader or book sleeve for the perfect cozy gift (for yourself or loved ones)! Bring your own device or book to create a made-to-measure sleeve, or choose from a few sizes that will fit most e-readers, paperbacks, or hardcovers.
Fridays, February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, & March 6th, 5:30pm-7:30pm - Beginner Quilting: Time Capsule
$230.00
Learn to make this bold geometric quilt from Toad & Sew! This class will cover piecing on the bias, half-square triangles, efficient piecing techniques, and general quilt construction.
Monday, February 9th, 5:30pm-9pm - Learn to Sew: Boxed Zipper Pouch
$80.00
This is an incredible class if you are new to sewing and want to make an adorable zipper pouch! As with all Learn to Sew classes, this class is ideal for brand new and beginner sewists.
Tuesdays, February 10th, 17th, 24th, March 3rd & 10th, 5pm-8pm - Advanced Beginner: Looperette Quilt
$345.00
Looperette is a choose-your-own-path style quilt made with modular blocks that can be rearranged in any direction to create a custom design.
Wednesdays, February 11th, 18th, 25th, & March 4th, 5:30pm-8:30pm- Garment Lab: Beginner Garment Sewing
$276.00
Are you interested in sewing clothing and need support with the basics? In this Lab, you will learn the ins and outs of sewing garments from a pattern in the open sewing format. Bring your project at any point in your process.
Thursdays, February 19th, 26th, March 5th, 12th, & 19th, 5:30pm-8pm - Intermediate Garment: Jenna Shirt & Dress
$289.00
Nothing compares to an oversized menswear-inspired shirt when it comes to iconic wardrobe staples, and the Jenna Button-up shirt ticks all the boxes. This class will cover shirt construction, focusing on flawless collars and cuffs ...
Q Series: Longarm Basic Class
$120.00
Meet the BERNINA Q24 Longarm Quilting Machine in this exciting introductory class! This class takes you through all you need to work independently on the Q24.
Q Series: Qmatic Basic Class
$120.00
Discover the Qmatic, BERNINA’s state-of-the-art system for automated quilting in this two-day class! You’ll come away with the basics for operating the Qmatic on the Q24, including how to set up edge-to-edge quilting designs.
BERNINA Machine Owner Class: Meet Your Sewing Machine
$75.00
Get your sewing life off to a great start with this introductory Machine Owner Class . We'll teach you everything from machine setup to cleaning and oiling, and more!
BERNINA Machine Owner Class: Presser Feet Techniques
$75.00
Learn about specialized BERNINA presser feet and presser feet accessories in this Machine Owner Class. You will have a great time sewing up samples of zippers, button holes, sewing on buttons, and adding piping!
BERNINA Machine Owner Class: Advanced & Quilting Features
$75.00
Our knowledgeable Modern Domestic Staff will help you explore decorative stitches, combi mode, the specialized presser feet geared towards decorative stitching and free-motion quilting, ie. our all time favorite - the BERNINA Stitch Regulator.
BERNINA Machine Owner Class: Meet Your Embroidery Module
$75.00
Our knowledgeable Modern Domestic Staff will walk you through the basics of BERNINA & bernette machine embroidery.
bernette Machine Owner Class: Meet Your Sewing Machine
$75.00
Get your sewing life off to a great start with this introductory Machine Owner Class at our NE Alberta location! Informative and fun, this class is designed to support you to use your new bernette machine with confidence.
Machine Owner Class: Meet Your Manual-Threading Serger
$75.00
Machine Owner Class: This class is for the current line MANUAL-THREADING bernette and BERNINA Sergers, including the bernette 44 & 48, and the BERNINA L450 & L460.
Machine Owner Class: Meet Your Air-Threading Serger
$75.00
Machine Owner Class: This class is for current line AIR-THREADING bernette and BERNINA Sergers, including the bernette 64, and the BERNINA L850, L860, & L890.
CLASS IN SESSION! Wednesdays, November 5th, 12th, 19th & December 3rd, 5:30pm-7:30pm - Quilt Lab: My First Quilt
$184.00
If you’ve ever wanted to learn to sew quilts, now is your chance! This lab is great for first time quilters, a sewist who hasn’t taken a quilt class or a sewist who hasn’t quilted in a long time!
CLASS IN SESSION! Thursdays, November 6th, 13th, 20th, Dec 4th, & 11th, 5pm-8pm - Beginner: Star Adventure Quilt
$345.00
Learn a classic quilt square - the Sawtooth Star - in this fun pattern by Then Came June. The Star Adventure Quilt Pattern is a great beginner quilt that can be made in a variety of ways.
CLASS IN SESSION! Sundays, November 16th, 23rd & December 7th, 3:30pm-6:30pm - Advanced Beginner: Quilted Tree Skirt
$207.00
This quilted tree skirt is destined to be the next addition to your traditional holiday decor. These cute quilted trees will hug your actual Christmas tree, and hide the tree stand underneath.