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Techniques for Advanced Embroidery Machines



This is a series of Technique classes for the Designer Epic 2, Designer Epic, Designer Brilliance 80 and Designer Sapphire 85 machines.  The previous series of techniques classes are now combined into one and we are continuing to do the classes via Zoom.  Each month a new topic will be presented.  The first half of the class will explain how to do a technique(s) and the second half will discuss the project provided using the technique.

Each class will be recorded so that if you are not available on the particular day and time, you can still participate.  You can also purchase the class after the date.  If interested in a past class, please send an e-mail to info@sew-jos.ca.  

Class

Technique

1 - Sept 22, 2022

Built In In the Hoop Designs

Have you created any amazing projects in the hoop? This class will introduce you to designs built-in to your HUSQVARNA® VIKING® sewing and embroidery machine. But wait – there’s more! We will also look at mySewnet™ and design collections available with a variety of hoop projects.  Our embroidery software also has a variety of choices.

Project:  Bag

2 - Oct 13, 2022

Design Positioning

Are you still confused about Design Positioning?  This is an important feature of our embroidery machines.  In this class we will go through the steps of how and when to use each step.

Project:  Pillow

3 - Nov 10, 2022

Piping, Cording and Welts

Do you know the difference between piping and welts?  Do you know when to use one vs the other and which foot to use?  In this class we will look at when and how to use each, including incorporating into your quilt.

Project:  Tote bag

4 - Dec 8, 2022

Circular Attachment

Have you purchased the circular attachment and it now sits on the shelf because you don't know what to do with it?  Your Circular Attachment is the perfect tool when you want to make unique embellishments on your sewing projects, garments and quilts. You can sew simple circles, flowers, or parts of circles to create unique borders or graphic patterns. Combine circles in different sizes and create large patterns.  In this class we will delve in how to use this helpful tool.

Project:  Wall Hanging

5 - Jan 12, 2003

Create Fonts

There are many fonts included on our embroidery machine, but sometimes they aren’t quite what we are looking for. Perhaps it is the wrong size, or maybe not the style desired. The free version of mySewnet™, Basic version, (or an older version of the software such as Premier+2, Premier+ or even 6D Embroidery) includes the QuickFont wizardwhere we can create a font to use on our embroidery machines, from any font that is installed on the computer.  In this class we will install a new font on the computer, then use this new font to create a version that can be used on the embroidery machine.

Project:  Pillow

6 - March 16, 2023

Using Cutwork Needles

Create beautiful cutwork and reverse appliqué designs quickly and easily, without any tedioustrimming!Imagine embellishing bed linens, garments, children’s clothing, or even guest towels withbeautifuldesigns.  In this class we will look at these techniques in more depth.

7 - April 13, 2023

Endless Designs and Design Positioning

Use endless designs to create borders and trims. You can even use them to quilt your quilt.  Learn how to create your own Argyle design

8 - May 18, 2023

Eyelet and Wing Needle

Machine embroidery creates eyelets as well as designs using a wing needle! It also works in sewing mode. You can use this technique on your home dec projects, heirloom projects, and garments, or even spruce up ready-made garments and linens.
Project
 Table Runner

9 - June 15, 2023

Embellishing and Adding Texture

The Husqvarna®Viking® machines have a number of different feet available to embellish and add texture to a project.  In this class we will explore the different feet that can be used primarily in sewing, but also in embroidery where you can easily create decorative yarn embellishment. 

Learn when to use which of these feet and why.

Project:  Embellished Hat

10 - July 6, 2023


Crochet and Freestanding Lace

Switch up thread and designs to create a crochet-looking free-standing lace. The crochet lace uses a heavier thread than previously embroidery lace designs giving it more of a hand-look crochet effect. What a beautiful look to add to jackets, purses, and home dec projects.

Project:  Embellished Jacket

11 - Aug 17, 2023


Programming Stitches

In this class, you will learn how to program stitches, as well as edit the combination. We will look at doing this in both sewing as well as embroidery mode.  These combined stitches are great for quilting or embellishing your garments and other projects.  

12 - Sept 21, 2023


Pictogram Stitches

Pictograms are designs created by combining pre-programmed geometric shapes. Before the embroidery machines became common place, they were used to create embroidery designs by combining variations.  Pictograms have existed for over 20 years on Husqvarna Viking sewing machines. You can program a number of stitches up to 20” (500mm) long in sewing mode or embroidery mode.

Project:  Vest

13 - Oct 26, 2023


Shaping Design Fabric Clock

Create this beautiful clock using the Shaping Design techniques. You will admire it all over again, every time you look to see what time it is.  Once the base clock is created, customize it for your friends and family.

Project:  
Clock

14 - Nov 16, 2023

Christmas Tree with mySewnet App

Design a Christmas tree created with stitches. Begin with an embroidery design created from the mySewnet™ app and end with a variety of sewing machine stitches.

Project:  Stocking

15 - Dec 14, 2023


Name Snowflakes

Design a snowflake completely on your machine using a built-in font for a name, then copy, flip and use Design Shaping. 



Skill Level: Beginner
Skill Details:
Requirements: Husqvarna Viking embroidery machine
Instructor: Cathy Hamilton
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