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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 our is yours! You have complimentary access to use our sewing studio & classroom tools for the duration of your class.*
- You receive 10% off fabric & notions for class supplies.
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, so sign up for our newsletter to keep in the loop. If you need more personalized instruction, we also 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! All student perks are limited to the duration of your class.
Tuesdays, January 14th, 21st, 28th, & February 4th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Beginner Garment Sewing
$252.00
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.
Fridays, January 17th, 24th, 31st, & February 7th, 5:30pm-7:30pm - Quilt Lab: My First Quilt
$168.00
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!
Q Series: Longarm Basic Class, NE Alberta St
$120.00
Meet the BERNINA Q 24 Longarm Quilting Machine in this exciting introductory class! This class takes you through all you need to work independently on the Q 24.
Q Series: Qmatic Basic Class, NE Alberta St
$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 Machine
$75.00
Get your sewing life off to a great start with this introductory Machine Owner Class at our NE Alberta location. 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 at our NE Alberta location. 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.
Machine Owner Class: Embroidery Basic
$75.00
Our knowledgeable Modern Domestic Staff will walk you through the basics of BERNINA machine embroidery.
Machine Owner Class: Serger Basic
$75.00
Get ready to jump into the world of serging with this two hour Machine Owner Class at our NE Alberta location! This class is for current line bernette and BERNINA Sergers.
bernette Machine Owner Class: Meet Your 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.
CLASS IN SESSION! Thursdays, November 7th, 14th, & 21st, 5pm-7:30pm - Quilt Lab: Finishing Your Quilt
$158.00
Remember that quilt you started years ago and never finished? You’ll learn how to select the right batting, methods for hand or machine quilting, and all about binding. You’ll come away from the lab with the confidence to finish quilts on your own.
CLASS IN SESSION! Tuesdays, November 12th, 19th, 26th, & December 3rd, 6pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Advanced Beginner Garment Sewing
$189.00
Are you ready to level up your garment sewing skills? In this Lab, you will learn more advanced techniques for sewing garments from a pattern of your choice. Think darts, cuffs, collars, button plackets, and more.