Each month for 10 months we will dive into practical use for embroidery software and showcase the tools to bring your vision to life. Supporting new and existing software
users alike, Software Inspirations will open a new world of embroidery possibilities with the help of our latest software, Version 9.
Lessons will be offered twice a month, one evening and one Saturday.
Saturday clubs will be offered in person or via online. Evening clubs will be offered via Online only.
Topics Covered in 2023*
Lesson 1 - Back to the Basics
We will begin the year with some basics. The class will cover basic tips when using the software to create embroidery designs. Tips for lettering, tips for digitizing, tips for organizing your design files, and tips for computer upkeep and back-up will be included.
Lesson 2- Creating Subway Art
Let’s create a graffiti wall hanging using our lettering tools with a little bit of help from Artwork Canvas. Choose a theme, choose your phrase, and choose some art to create a special, one-of-a-kind wall hanging.
Lesson 3 - Digitizing for Computerized Quilting
Begin by planning your project in Quilter, add a quilting or applique design to your plan, and learn how to digitize quilting designs to complete your creation. Learn the tricks to adjust a quilting design to place the design behind an appliqued block.
Lesson 4 - Digitizing a Logo Patch
Learn how to create a plan for digitizing a logo and then learn the steps for creating a patch from the logo design.
Lesson 5 - Get Creative with Fills & Effects
We have amazing tools in the software to create special fills and effects. Let’s experiment with these tools to create unique abstract designs.
Lesson 6 - Embellishment Tricks
Create fun embroidery effects using ribbons, yarns, and decorative stitches
Lesson 7 - Cross Stitch & Multi-Hooping
Create a cross stitch design that goes beyond the boundaries of the hoop. Learn basic cross stitch tips and also learn some multi-hooping tricks. Software Versions 7-9 welcome.
Lesson 8 - Advanced Applique to the Max
Let’s review our basic tools of applique and delve further into Advanced Applique to create unique applique designs that are beyond the basics. Also learn how to adapt the stitch properties when you use heavier threads for your applique.
Lesson 9 - Lessons in Artwork Canvas
If you’ve never looked into Artwork Canvas, this class will show you some of the fun, creative tools that rest within this powerful program in BERNINA Embroidery Software.
Lesson 10 - Creating Three-Dimensional Designs
Learn to digitize designs that include three-dimensional effects including cut velvet, puffy foam, couching, and StumpWork. Create a sampler book of 3D techniques.
*Lesson Topics Subject to change
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