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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!
CLASS FULL! Friday, July 31st, 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.
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.
CLASS FULL! 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.
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, May 20th, 27th, June 3rd, & 10th, 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, who hasn’t taken a quilt class or hasn’t quilted in a long time!
CLASS IN SESSION! Tuesdays, May 26th, June 2nd, 9th, & 16th, 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!
CLASS IN SESSION! Mondays, June 1st, 8th, 15th & 22nd, 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! This lab is great for all levels.
CLASS IN SESSION! Fridays, June 5th, 12th, & 19th, 5pm-8pm - Garment Lab: Swimwear
$207.00
Whether you’re frolicking along the coastline of northern Italy or sunbathing in your backyard, this Garment Lab is created to get you sewing up a swimsuit. You are welcome to choose a pattern from the suggested list, or find one that suits your fancy!
CLASS IN SESSION! Sundays, June 7th, 14th, & 28th, 10am-1pm - Advanced Beginner: Azure Dress, Top & Skirt
$207.00
Make this pattern! With five distinct views, Azure is a mini wardrobe in one tidy package! With a dress and skirt in two lengths and a separate sleeveless top, you'll love mixing and matching pieces.
CLASS IN SESSION! Sundays, June 7th & 14th, 2pm-4:30pm - Learn to Sew: Boat Tote
$115.00
Learn to sew an iconic (and practical) canvas tote, perfect for summer days at the beach or farmer’s market! You’ll learn machine basics. You will also learn how to topstitch neatly, create boxed corners, and manage bulky seams.