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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!
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, March 11th 18th, April 1st, & 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! 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!
Friday, June 26th, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-18 yrs) Summer Sewing: Whale Stuffie
$85.00
Voted the best stuffie for the Summer!! It's not too big, so it will fit in your car (unlike a real whale). All class supplies are included in the cost of the class and will be chosen during the class with the Instructor’s support.
CLASS IN SESSION! Mondays, March 23rd, 30th, April 6th & 13th, 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!
Friday, July 17th, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-18 yrs) Summer Sewing: Whale Stuffie
$85.00
Voted the best stuffie for the Summer!! It's not too big, so it will fit in your car (unlike a real whale). All class supplies are included in the cost of the class and will be chosen during the class with the Instructor’s support.
CLASS IN SESSION! Tuesdays, March 24th, 31st, April 7th & 14th, 5:30pm-8:30pm - Garment Lab: Pants, Pants, Shorts!
$276.00
This Lab is for you if you’re wanting to level up your pant skills! In this Lab, you are welcome to work on any type of pants or shorts pattern.
Friday, July 31st, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-18 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.
Friday, August 7th, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-18 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.
Thursday, July 16th, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-18 yrs) Summer Sewing: Make a 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
Wednesday, August 5th, 10a-1pm - Kids (8-18 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.
Monday, June 22nd - Thursday, June 25th, 10am-12pm - Summer Teens (13-18 yrs) Intro to Garment Sewing: T-Shirt
$240.00
Join us for a four-day introduction to making your own garments and sewing with knit fabrics! All class supplies are included in the cost of the class. Teens of all genders with all body types are welcome.
Tuesday, July 7th & Wednesday, July 8th, 10a-1pm - Kids (8-18 yrs) Summer Sewing: American Girl Doll Clothes
$180.00
Make the cutest Summer outfit for your American Girl Doll. You'll learn how to cut, sew, and measure fabric to make the perfect outfit with matching accessories! You are welcome to bring your doll into class, to dress her up as you go!
Monday, July 20th - Thursday, July 23rd, 10am-12pm - Summer Teens (13-18 yrs) Intro to Garment Sewing: T-Shirt
$240.00
You’ll learn how to take your measurements, choose what size to sew, trace a pattern, and then modify it to fit your unique body and style. Teens of all genders with all body types are welcome.
Tuesday, July 14th & Wednesday, July 15th, 10am-1pm - Kids (8-18 yrs) Summer Sewing: Checkerboard Quilt
$180.00
Sew a checkerboard quilt to display on your wall or warm your toes! The finished quilt measures about 16” by 20” and is quilted with ties. You'll learn how to cut, sew, and piece together fabric to make a unique quilt all your own.
Tuesday, July 28th & Wednesday, July 29th, 10a-1pm - Kids (8-18 yrs) Summer Sewing: American Girl Doll Clothes
$180.00
Make the cutest Summer outfit for your American Girl Doll. You'll learn how to cut, sew, and measure fabric to make the perfect outfit with matching accessories! You are welcome to bring your doll into class, to dress her up as you go!
