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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!
Friday, November 13th, 4pm-7:30pm - Learn to Sew: Boxed Zipper Pouch
$81.00
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.
Tuesday, November 17th, 5pm-8pm - Learn to Sew: Evergreen Pillow
$69.00
Sew a decorative evergreen tree pillow with Modern Domestic! In this Learn to Sew class we will review sewing machine basics and skills.
Friday, November 20th, 5:30pm-8pm - Beginner Serger: Rolled Hem Napkin
$58.00
These napkins are the perfect finishing touch for any host. This class is a great introduction to using a serger for the first time or if you’d like to grow your serging application knowledge.
Saturday, November 28th, 4pm-8:30pm - Learn to Sew: Holiday Tree Skirt
$104.00
Learn to sew this beautiful tree skirt for the holiday season! This is a perfect class to learn sewing basics needed to complete a beginner sewing project.
Monday, November 30th, 6pm-9pm - Learn to Sew: Holiday Stocking
$69.00
Get ready for the holidays with this easy to sew fully lined stocking project. In class, you will learn techniques to create a fold over contrasting cuff and a loop for hanging.
Tuesdays, December 1st, 8th, & 15th, 5:30pm-7:30pm - Beginner: Sawtooth Star Quilted Scarf
$138.00
Learn to make this gorgeous quilted scarf with Chloe! In class you’ll learn to construct a sawtooth star and checkered block, while getting tips on precise points when piecing.
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 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! 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!
CLASS IN SESSION! 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.
CLASS IN SESSION! 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.