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Learn, Create & Build Confidence
From beginner to advanced sewing classes & creative labs, our teachers love to support makers at every level.
Why take classes here?
As a student, you receive 10% off all fabric and notions. You bring the supplies listed; we provide the BERNINA machines & tools. For the duration of your class and 30 days after,* you have complimentary access to use our sewing studio.
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!
Learn to Sew: Sew Basic Class
$69.00
Our Sew Basic class is the best hands-on introduction to sewing. You will not only learn how to use a sewing machine, but you’ll leave feeling confident and empowered to keep sewing! Everyone is welcome, no matter your skill level.
Embroidery Club: Embroidery on Everything!
$300.00
Introducing Modern Domestic’s Embroidery Club, a monthly machine embroidery meetup with virtual courses, demos and add-on in-person classes. This club is designed for BERNINA machines, focusing on BERNINA embroidery accessories and embroidery techniques.
CLASS FULL! Thursday, August 6th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Learn to Sew: Cloth Napkins
$69.00
These napkins are the perfect finishing touch for a host. You will learn beginner skills in cutting, ironing and hemming to make you feel comfortable on your sewing machine.
CLASS FULL! Friday, August 7th, 4pm-8:30pm - Learn to Sew: Fanny Pack
$104.00
Learn to sew this fun and fit fanny pack! In this class, you'll learn how to thread and sew on our Bernina machines, install a zipper, buckles, & add a lining. This is a quick and easy class that teaches you all the basics needed to complete.
ONE SPOT LEFT! Mondays, August 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st, 6pm-9pm - Garment Lab: Choose Your Own Adventure
$276.00
Come with a project of your choice (at any point in the process) and a sense of humor, and you’ll receive the customized help to make your project become a reality!
CLASS FULL! Wednesdays, August 12th, 19th, & 26th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Simple Alterations
$207.00
Do you have a garment that you love, but wish the hem wasn’t so long, or there was a pocket for your phone? Maybe you want to make a simple adjustment to a garment you own, but you’re nervous to make the change? Well, now is your chance to learn how!
CLASS FULL! Thursdays, August 13th, 20th, & 27th, 5pm-8pm - 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. You’ll learn about the right needles to use and the specialty stretch fabric stitches!
Friday, August 28th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Learn to Sew: Envelope Pillow
$69.00
Want to learn how to sew and liven up your space at the same time? This class is for you! You'll learn sewing machine basics, such as winding a bobbin, threading the machine, and using basic construction stitches.
CLASS FULL! Tuesdays, September 1st, 8th, 15th, & 22nd, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Copy Your Favorite Garment
$276.00
Have you ever wanted to recreate that favorite garment you wear over and over again? Well, now is your chance to learn how!
Sundays, September 6th, 13th, & 20th, 10am-1pm - Advanced Beginner: Weekender Bag
$207.00
In this class, you will learn to make your very own Weekender bag! Students will be guided on how to properly install a bag zipper, complete a zip welt pocket, add a full lining, and create a sturdy bag base.
CLASS FULL! Thursdays, Sept 10th, 17th, 24th & October 8th, 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! Choose from one of our suggested patterns, another simple pattern, or bring in a quilt project you’re stuck on!
Sunday, September 13th, 2:30pm-6:30pm - Beginner Serger: Patchwork Table Runner
$92.00
In this class, students will make a beautiful patchwork table runner using a serger! This is a great introduction for those wanting to learn about how to use a serger and learn serger sewing techniques.
Wednesdays, September 16th, 23rd, 30th, October 7th, & 14th, 5pm-8pm - Advanced Beginner: Sky Cabin Quilt
$345.00
Take a common quilt block and learn how much you can do with it! This quilt uses the log cabin block as the base of the design, one of the most well-known blocks in the quilting world.
TWO SPOTS LEFT! Friday, September 18th, 25th, & October 2nd, 5pm-8pm - Advanced Beginner: Flaneur Pants
$207.00
Make the Flaneur Pants by Friday Pattern Company! It's the perfect wide leg, mid-rise pants for all your adventures. The Flaneurs feature a zip fly with a flat front and elasticated back.
Sundays, September 20th, 27th, October 4th, 11th, & 18th, 3pm-5:30pm - Advanced Beginner: Leaded Light Quilt
$288.00
Inspired by the geometric beauty of vintage leaded-glass windows, the Leaded Light Quilt uses simple squares and half-square triangles to create the illusion of intersecting diagonal lines and luminous stars.
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.
CLASS FULL! Monday, August 3rd & Tuesday, August 4th, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-15 yrs) Summer Sewing: Checkerboard Quilt
$180.00
Join us for this two-day class. Stitch-up your very own project out of your favorite fabrics! You will learn many fun sewing skills and sew on a BERNINA sewing machine.
TWO SPOTS LEFT! Thursday, August 6th, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-15 yrs) Summer Sewing: Dachshund Stuffie
$85.00
Sew a dachshund stuffie. Though its legs are short, its ears are long! What a cutie-patootie, you’ll enjoy snuggling all summer.
TWO SPOTS LEFT! Wednesday, August 5th, 10a-1pm - Kids (8-15 yrs) Summer Sewing: Custom Skirt
$85.00
Make an elastic-waisted skirt with your favorite fabric. It's the perfect garment project for a beginning sewist! Learn to take measurements, sew and cut fabrics in this fun garment making class. All class supplies are included in the cost of the class.
CLASS FULL! Friday, August 7th, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-15 yrs) Summer Sewing: Fishie Tote
$85.00
Who doesn't love a fish?! Make a tote that looks like a fish, but doesn't smell like one. You'll learn how to cut fabrics, sew and piece on our classroom BERNINA machines! All class supplies are included in the cost of the class.
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.