University of Sewing
Welcome to The University of Sewing, where we offer classes for those who want to master their sewing machines and use them to their fullest potential.
Our "Learning My Machine" classes cover everything you need to know to become comfortable and proficient with your BERNINA sewing machine. From the basic functions of your machine to its more advanced features, we will help you understand and utilize its full potential.
Our experienced instructors provide hands-on guidance, teaching you how to thread your machine, adjust the tension, and troubleshoot common issues. We'll also cover specialized techniques like buttonholes, zippers, and hemming.
Whether you are new to sewing or have been sewing for years, our "Learning My Machine" classes are perfect for anyone who wants to master their machine and create beautiful projects with confidence.
Join us at The University of Sewing and take the first step in unlocking the full potential of your sewing machine!
Classes To Help You Learn Your Machine
2026: Annual Club: B990/790 Club (Meeting via Zoom) 2026
- Sep 23, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 23, 2026 10:30 am
2026: Annual Club: B990/790 Club (Meeting via Zoom) 2026 - Sep 23, 2026 10:30 am
This monthly club will feature the Bernina 990 and 790PRO. The University of Sewing has all kinds of people who sew apparel, quilter, and crafts - we want to make sure we are appealing to all 3 groups in this club!
Cost: $ 499.00
This monthly club will feature the Bernina 990 and 790PRO. The University of Sewing has all kinds of people who sew apparel, quilter, and crafts - we want to make sure we are appealing to all 3 groups in this club!
Cost: $ 499.00
2026 Bernina Software V9 Building Blocks
- Sep 28, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 28, 2026 10:30 am
2026 Bernina Software V9 Building Blocks - Sep 28, 2026 10:30 am
Learn to Create your own embroidery designs! Meets in person or via Zoom. Get in depth knowledge of your V9 Software Creator or Designer Includes Code Card for BERNINA Software Building Blocks, 6 lessons with a 2 year access.
Cost: $ 150.00
Learn to Create your own embroidery designs! Meets in person or via Zoom. Get in depth knowledge of your V9 Software Creator or Designer Includes Code Card for BERNINA Software Building Blocks, 6 lessons with a 2 year access.
Cost: $ 150.00
2026 Embroidery On Everything Fun Club ANNUAL Membership
- Oct 07, 2026 10:30 am
- Oct 07, 2026 10:30 am
2026 Embroidery On Everything Fun Club ANNUAL Membership - Oct 07, 2026 10:30 am
This is the Club membership for all 12 lessons in 2026
Cost: $ 300.00
This is the Club membership for all 12 lessons in 2026
Cost: $ 300.00
Beginner Friendly: Introducing the Sewing Machine
- Sep 19, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 19, 2026 10:30 am
Beginner Friendly: Introducing the Sewing Machine - Sep 19, 2026 10:30 am
Learning to use your sewing machine is the first level of learning to sew!
Cost: $ 40.00
Learning to use your sewing machine is the first level of learning to sew!
Cost: $ 40.00
Beginner Friendly: Making a Tote Bag
- Sep 22, 2026 05:00 pm
- Sep 22, 2026 05:00 pm
Beginner Friendly: Making a Tote Bag - Sep 22, 2026 05:00 pm
Perfect for beginners, this hands-on sewing class will guide students through the process of creating a functional tote bag while learning essential sewing techniques. Students will gain confidence using a sewing machine and develop foundational skills that can be applied to future sewing projects.
Cost: $ 35.00
Perfect for beginners, this hands-on sewing class will guide students through the process of creating a functional tote bag while learning essential sewing techniques. Students will gain confidence using a sewing machine and develop foundational skills that can be applied to future sewing projects.
Cost: $ 35.00
Beginner Friendly: Making a Drawstring Bag
- Oct 06, 2026 05:00 pm
- Oct 06, 2026 05:00 pm
Beginner Friendly: Making a Drawstring Bag - Oct 06, 2026 05:00 pm
Perfect for beginners, this hands-on sewing class will introduce students to essential machine-sewing skills while creating a practical drawstring bag.
Cost: $ 35.00
Perfect for beginners, this hands-on sewing class will introduce students to essential machine-sewing skills while creating a practical drawstring bag.
Cost: $ 35.00
Embroidery Class: Intro To Machine Embroidery
- Oct 09, 2026 10:30 am
- Oct 09, 2026 10:30 am
Embroidery Class: Intro To Machine Embroidery - Oct 09, 2026 10:30 am
This is the class you want to take just after you bought your machine and before the Embroidery Mastery Class! If you bought your machine at the University of Sewing you get this class for free.
Cost: $ 40.00
This is the class you want to take just after you bought your machine and before the Embroidery Mastery Class! If you bought your machine at the University of Sewing you get this class for free.
Cost: $ 40.00
Beginner Friendly: Introducing the Sewing Machine
- Oct 20, 2026 05:00 pm
- Oct 20, 2026 05:00 pm
Beginner Friendly: Introducing the Sewing Machine - Oct 20, 2026 05:00 pm
Learning to use your sewing machine is the first level of learning to sew!
Cost: $ 40.00
Learning to use your sewing machine is the first level of learning to sew!
Cost: $ 40.00
Beginner Friendly: Making a Zipper Pouch
- Oct 31, 2026 10:30 am
- Oct 31, 2026 10:30 am
Beginner Friendly: Making a Zipper Pouch - Oct 31, 2026 10:30 am
Perfect for beginners, this hands-on sewing class will introduce students to essential machine-sewing skills while creating a practical quilted zipper pouch.
Cost: $ 35.00
Perfect for beginners, this hands-on sewing class will introduce students to essential machine-sewing skills while creating a practical quilted zipper pouch.
Cost: $ 35.00
Beginner Friendly: Introducing the Sewing Machine
- Nov 14, 2026 10:30 am
- Nov 14, 2026 10:30 am
Beginner Friendly: Introducing the Sewing Machine - Nov 14, 2026 10:30 am
Learning to use your sewing machine is the first level of learning to sew!
Cost: $ 40.00
Learning to use your sewing machine is the first level of learning to sew!
Cost: $ 40.00
Embroidery Class: Intro To Machine Embroidery
- Nov 18, 2026 11:30 am
- Nov 18, 2026 11:30 am
Embroidery Class: Intro To Machine Embroidery - Nov 18, 2026 11:30 am
This is the class you want to take just after you bought your machine and before the Embroidery Mastery Class! If you bought your machine at the University of Sewing you get this class for free.
Cost: $ 40.00
This is the class you want to take just after you bought your machine and before the Embroidery Mastery Class! If you bought your machine at the University of Sewing you get this class for free.
Cost: $ 40.00
Beginner Friendly: Introducing the Sewing Machine
- Dec 12, 2026 10:30 am
- Dec 12, 2026 10:30 am
Beginner Friendly: Introducing the Sewing Machine - Dec 12, 2026 10:30 am
Learning to use your sewing machine is the first level of learning to sew!
Cost: $ 40.00
Learning to use your sewing machine is the first level of learning to sew!
Cost: $ 40.00
Embroidery: Making Sense of the Computer and Embroidery Files
- Sep 30, 2026 01:30 pm
- Sep 30, 2026 01:30 pm
Embroidery: Making Sense of the Computer and Embroidery Files - Sep 30, 2026 01:30 pm
Learn to download, organize, and transfer your precious designs!
Cost: $ 25.00
Learn to download, organize, and transfer your precious designs!
Cost: $ 25.00
Embroidery: Free Standing Lace Embroidery Earrings
- Sep 10, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 10, 2026 10:30 am
Embroidery: Free Standing Lace Embroidery Earrings - Sep 10, 2026 10:30 am
Make a pair of quilting themed earrings in class. The secret is in the stabilizers!
Cost: $ 40.00
Make a pair of quilting themed earrings in class. The secret is in the stabilizers!
Cost: $ 40.00
OESD Embroiderer's Test Kitchen Event
- Sep 11, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 11, 2026 10:30 am
OESD Embroiderer's Test Kitchen Event - Sep 11, 2026 10:30 am
Join us for a special one or two day event, learning about all of OESD's embroidery products.
Cost: $ 79.00
Join us for a special one or two day event, learning about all of OESD's embroidery products.
Cost: $ 79.00
OESD Embroiderer's Test Kitchen Event
- Sep 12, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 12, 2026 10:30 am
OESD Embroiderer's Test Kitchen Event - Sep 12, 2026 10:30 am
Join us for a special one or two day event, learning about all of OESD's embroidery products.
Cost: $ 79.00
Join us for a special one or two day event, learning about all of OESD's embroidery products.
Cost: $ 79.00
Embroidery: Machine Embroidery Patchwork Ornaments
- Sep 25, 2026 11:00 am
- Sep 25, 2026 11:00 am
Embroidery: Machine Embroidery Patchwork Ornaments - Sep 25, 2026 11:00 am
Take this class to learn the embroidery techniques involved in creating the new Riley Blake Home Town Holidays Patchwork Ornaments.
Cost: $ 75.00
Take this class to learn the embroidery techniques involved in creating the new Riley Blake Home Town Holidays Patchwork Ornaments.
Cost: $ 75.00
Embroidery: Machine Embroidery Patchwork Ornaments
- Oct 23, 2026 11:00 am
- Oct 23, 2026 11:00 am
Embroidery: Machine Embroidery Patchwork Ornaments - Oct 23, 2026 11:00 am
Take this class to learn the embroidery techniques involved in creating the new Riley Blake Home Town Holidays Patchwork Ornaments.
Cost: $ 75.00
Take this class to learn the embroidery techniques involved in creating the new Riley Blake Home Town Holidays Patchwork Ornaments.
Cost: $ 75.00
Embroidery: Machine Embroidery Patchwork Ornaments
- Nov 13, 2026 11:00 am
- Nov 13, 2026 11:00 am
Embroidery: Machine Embroidery Patchwork Ornaments - Nov 13, 2026 11:00 am
Take this class to learn the embroidery techniques involved in creating the new Riley Blake Home Town Holidays Patchwork Ornaments.
Cost: $ 75.00
Take this class to learn the embroidery techniques involved in creating the new Riley Blake Home Town Holidays Patchwork Ornaments.
Cost: $ 75.00
Event: B 990 Webinar & Demo--Event!
- Sep 22, 2026 01:00 pm
- Sep 22, 2026 01:00 pm
Event: B 990 Webinar & Demo--Event! - Sep 22, 2026 01:00 pm
Have you been hearing about the amazing B 990, but have not yet taken the time to get to know this incredible, powerful, user friendly machine? Then this is the free event for you!
Cost: $ 25.00
Have you been hearing about the amazing B 990, but have not yet taken the time to get to know this incredible, powerful, user friendly machine? Then this is the free event for you!
Cost: $ 25.00
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Jan 16, 2027 10:30 am
- Jan 16, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Jan 16, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Jan 16, 2027 10:30 am
- Jan 16, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Jan 16, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Feb 20, 2027 10:30 am
- Feb 20, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Feb 20, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Mar 20, 2027 10:30 am
- Mar 20, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Mar 20, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Apr 17, 2027 10:30 am
- Apr 17, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Apr 17, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- May 15, 2027 10:30 am
- May 15, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - May 15, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Jun 19, 2027 10:30 am
- Jun 19, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Jun 19, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Jul 17, 2027 10:30 am
- Jul 17, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Jul 17, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Aug 21, 2027 10:30 am
- Aug 21, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Aug 21, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Sep 18, 2027 10:30 am
- Sep 18, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Sep 18, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Oct 16, 2027 10:30 am
- Oct 16, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Oct 16, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Nov 20, 2027 10:30 am
- Nov 20, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Nov 20, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
The University of Sewing Presents...
- Dec 18, 2027 10:30 am
- Dec 18, 2027 10:30 am
The University of Sewing Presents... - Dec 18, 2027 10:30 am
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Join us once a month for an informative talk and customer showcase.
Cost: $ FREE
Garment Class: Garment Pattern Fitting Workshop
- Oct 02, 2026 12:00 pm
- Oct 02, 2026 12:00 pm
Garment Class: Garment Pattern Fitting Workshop - Oct 02, 2026 12:00 pm
Get some help with your pattern fitting for a really successful garment. Please read the class description so you understand how to prepare for this class.
Cost: $ 75.00
Get some help with your pattern fitting for a really successful garment. Please read the class description so you understand how to prepare for this class.
Cost: $ 75.00
Garment Class: Garment Pattern Fitting Workshop
- Nov 07, 2026 12:00 pm
- Nov 07, 2026 12:00 pm
Garment Class: Garment Pattern Fitting Workshop - Nov 07, 2026 12:00 pm
Get some help with your pattern fitting for a really successful garment. Please read the class description so you understand how to prepare for this class.
Cost: $ 75.00
Get some help with your pattern fitting for a really successful garment. Please read the class description so you understand how to prepare for this class.
Cost: $ 75.00
Garment Class: Garment Pattern Fitting Workshop Semi-Private With Margaret
- Dec 16, 2026 01:00 pm
- Dec 16, 2026 01:00 pm
Garment Class: Garment Pattern Fitting Workshop Semi-Private With Margaret - Dec 16, 2026 01:00 pm
Get some help with your pattern fitting for a really successful garment. This Class is limited to only 2 people for focused attention. Please read the class description to know how to prepare.
Cost: $ 75.00
Get some help with your pattern fitting for a really successful garment. This Class is limited to only 2 people for focused attention. Please read the class description to know how to prepare.
Cost: $ 75.00
Learn your Machine: Bernina Stitch Regulator - The Key to Beautiful Quilting
- Sep 09, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 09, 2026 10:30 am
Learn your Machine: Bernina Stitch Regulator - The Key to Beautiful Quilting - Sep 09, 2026 10:30 am
Learn how to get the most out of your BSR and create beautiful quilting stitches! Learn which "mode" to use and when. If you purchased a BSR from the University of Sewing, this class is FREE!
Cost: $ 35.00
Learn how to get the most out of your BSR and create beautiful quilting stitches! Learn which "mode" to use and when. If you purchased a BSR from the University of Sewing, this class is FREE!
Cost: $ 35.00
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Sewing
- Sep 26, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 26, 2026 10:30 am
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Sewing - Sep 26, 2026 10:30 am
Mastery class. Bernina Sewing Mastery Class for all 3-7 Machines. Please read the class description to understand what we will cover.
Cost: $ 15.00
Mastery class. Bernina Sewing Mastery Class for all 3-7 Machines. Please read the class description to understand what we will cover.
Cost: $ 15.00
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Embroidery All Day Version
- Oct 17, 2026 10:30 am
- Oct 17, 2026 10:30 am
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Embroidery All Day Version - Oct 17, 2026 10:30 am
Mastery Class for the Embroidery Unit machines
Cost: $ 30.00
Mastery Class for the Embroidery Unit machines
Cost: $ 30.00
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Sewing
- Oct 21, 2026 10:30 am
- Oct 21, 2026 10:30 am
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Sewing - Oct 21, 2026 10:30 am
Mastery class. Bernina Sewing Mastery Class for all 3-7 Machines. Please read the class description to understand what we will cover.
Cost: $ 15.00
Mastery class. Bernina Sewing Mastery Class for all 3-7 Machines. Please read the class description to understand what we will cover.
Cost: $ 15.00
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Sewing
- Nov 20, 2026 10:30 am
- Nov 20, 2026 10:30 am
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Sewing - Nov 20, 2026 10:30 am
Mastery class. Bernina Sewing Mastery Class for all 3-7 Machines. Please read the class description to understand what we will cover.
Cost: $ 15.00
Mastery class. Bernina Sewing Mastery Class for all 3-7 Machines. Please read the class description to understand what we will cover.
Cost: $ 15.00
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Embroidery All Day Version
- Dec 04, 2026 10:30 am
- Dec 04, 2026 10:30 am
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Embroidery All Day Version - Dec 04, 2026 10:30 am
Mastery Class for the Embroidery Unit machines
Cost: $ 30.00
Mastery Class for the Embroidery Unit machines
Cost: $ 30.00
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Sewing
- Dec 05, 2026 10:30 am
- Dec 05, 2026 10:30 am
Learn your Machine: BERNINA Mastery Sewing - Dec 05, 2026 10:30 am
Mastery class. Bernina Sewing Mastery Class for all 3-7 Machines. Please read the class description to understand what we will cover.
Cost: $ 15.00
Mastery class. Bernina Sewing Mastery Class for all 3-7 Machines. Please read the class description to understand what we will cover.
Cost: $ 15.00
Open Sewing: Sew with Denise
- Sep 16, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 16, 2026 10:30 am
Open Sewing: Sew with Denise - Sep 16, 2026 10:30 am
Open Sew with Denise Bring whatever you would like to work on! Denise is very happy to help with all things quilting but don't limit yourself to that!
Cost: $ 10.00
Open Sew with Denise Bring whatever you would like to work on! Denise is very happy to help with all things quilting but don't limit yourself to that!
Cost: $ 10.00
Quilting: Basic RulerWork for DOMESTIC machines
- Sep 16, 2026 01:00 pm
- Sep 16, 2026 01:00 pm
Quilting: Basic RulerWork for DOMESTIC machines - Sep 16, 2026 01:00 pm
Learn how to use Amanda Murphy rulers to create gorgeous machine quilting!
Cost: $ 35.00
Learn how to use Amanda Murphy rulers to create gorgeous machine quilting!
Cost: $ 35.00
Quilting: Organic Free Motion Quilting on Your Domestic
- Oct 08, 2026 01:30 pm
- Oct 08, 2026 01:30 pm
Quilting: Organic Free Motion Quilting on Your Domestic - Oct 08, 2026 01:30 pm
Learn free motion quilting techniques on your domestic machine.
Cost: $ 60.00
Learn free motion quilting techniques on your domestic machine.
Cost: $ 60.00
Quilting: Quilting for Beginners!
- Oct 27, 2026 10:30 am
- Oct 27, 2026 10:30 am
Quilting: Quilting for Beginners! - Oct 27, 2026 10:30 am
New to Quilting? This class will take you through the process of making your first quilt.
Cost: $ 125.00
New to Quilting? This class will take you through the process of making your first quilt.
Cost: $ 125.00
Serger Class: Easy Teeshirt Quilt Class!
- Sep 24, 2026 10:30 am
- Sep 24, 2026 10:30 am
Serger Class: Easy Teeshirt Quilt Class! - Sep 24, 2026 10:30 am
Learn how to make a T-shirt quilt without using any fusible interfacing!
Cost: $ 75.00
Learn how to make a T-shirt quilt without using any fusible interfacing!
Cost: $ 75.00
Serger Classes: The Pretty Patchwork Skirt
- Nov 12, 2026 10:30 am
- Nov 12, 2026 10:30 am
Serger Classes: The Pretty Patchwork Skirt - Nov 12, 2026 10:30 am
Use this all-day class to create The Pretty Patchwork Skirt.
Cost: $ 75.00
Use this all-day class to create The Pretty Patchwork Skirt.
Cost: $ 75.00