Sewing Lessons in Chesapeake, VA
Bernina Guide Classes
Embroidery-Cindi Luther instructor. If you have purchased a machine with an embroidery unit, this class will get you started on the basics.
5Series Guide Class-Pam Brunner instructor. Learn your new machine.
7Series Guide Class-Pam Brunner instructor.
Serger Liz Peak instructor. Serger Guide Classes are available after purchase of any Serger. • One Guide Class for stand-alone coverstitch/chain sergers • Two Guide Classes for Overlock sergers • Three Guide Classes for combined Overlock and Coverstitch/Chain serger (L890) Class times are 10:30 – 1:00 on a date/day to be arranged. The instructor, Liz, will contact you with more details. You may also contact her at ADTSergeons@gmail.com

Embroidery Club Cindi Luther, instructor. We are now working with Smith Street Designs "Project Portfolio 2" a 6 session program that uses different in the hoop techniques to build your embroidery confidence. In our December session will complete this series with embroidered greeting cards. How much more personal could you get? Open to all brands of embroidery machines as long as you know how to operate the machine. Next session is Saturday, December 13, 9:30-12:30. $15.00. The design is included in the class fee. Supply list will be emailed to you after you register for the class.
Pinpoint Placement Cindi Luther Instructor Have you purchased a Bernina Plus or PRO machine and don't know how to use those great features? This class will address pinpoint placement and how you can benefit from using it. We will stitch a design on a cotton tea towel using 2 point placement, and you will be amazed how straight it will be without using your templates! Then we will stitch out a sample of 4 point placement so you can learn how easy it is to stitch a design in perhaps a quilt block and have it fit even if your square isn't perfectly square. Next class will be scheduled in 2026, 9:30-12:30. $15.00

The BIGGGGGG BAG! - Taught By – Anne Robinson
This bag is HUGE. It stands 14" tall and has 24" opening to get all your goodies in. All it takes is One Jelly Roll, One roll of 2 1/2" Batting, Some extra fabric for handles and that's all you need!!
Join in the fun on Monday, January 12, 10:30 - 3:30, $25.00. Machine must have the ability to zig zag stitch**
757-201-0929- text with any questions!
Mega Dream Bag - Teacher – Billi Parus
In this class we will be making a “Mega Dream Bag” by Bodobo Bags. This bag has lots of internal pockets and can be a purse or sewing notion carrier. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. The class is suitable for every skill level. Tuesday, January 13th, from 10:30 – 3:30, with a ½ hour lunch. Class fee: $20.00


BE MY VALENTINE Instructor - Anne Robinson
Are you curious about paper piecing? Do you like paper piecing and want this cute table runner? This class is for you! Features 3 blocks at 12" each.
Tuesday, January 27th, 10:30 till 3:30, $25.00
$5.00, in cash to the instructor, to help cover the printing costs of the patterns you will receive.
Skill School 2026 Instructor - Anne Robinson
What is Skill School? It is a 3 month course with classes twice a month, designed for beginners (or anyone who wants to brush up on their skills). We start at the beginning with how to cut straight strips and how to accurately sew a 1/4" inch. You will learn half square triangles making traditional blocks like the Spool and the Log Cabin. At the last classes we will cover basting, quilting and how to bind your quilts. March 9 and 23, April 14 and 28, May 12 and 26. 10:30-3:30, $150.00. Hope to see you in class soon!

Serger Bees - Liz Peake, queen bee. Come join us to finish a project or start a new project and review future projects on the calendar. Each month will present an optional Serger Bee Plus project – demonstration / directions provided to serge during the Bee or at home. Registered attendees will receive the Bee Plus supply list before the Bee. Every second Friday of the month, 10:30-5:00.
FREE MOTION QUILTING/RULERWORK QUILTING
During these classes we explore and practice ruler work quilting and free motion quilting techniques and designs. Learning to quilt using a machine is a process, for some it comes quickly for others it is more of a challenge. These classes are suitable for all skill levels and are arranged to help you achieve your quilting goals. Those who have struggled with traditional free motion quilting are usually delighted with the progress they make using rulers. Wednesday, December 3-10:30-12:30. Friday, November 28, December 26-10:30-12:30, Sunday, December 14 & 21 - 1:30-3:30. $15.00 each class.
WALKING FOOT CLASS - Virginia Vaughan, instructor. Date TBD - 10:30-12:30. $15.00 each class.
BERNINA STITCH REGULATOR-Virginia Vaughn, instructor
You might be interested in this class if:
· You have a (new) machine which came with a BSR
· You have a (new) machine which is BSR compatible*
· You have never understood the BSR
*Please note: B475 and B480 are BSR compatible as are other models/ I will provide a BSR to use in class for these machines. Date TBD. Email Virginia @vafmq1949@gmail.com. $15.00 each class,




