Kimberbell Event: Sewin' with My Gnomies
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Hickory: August 9 & 10 Friday & Saturday 10-4
Charlotte: July 26 & 27 Friday & Saturday 10-4
Shelby: August 16 & 17 Friday & Saturday 10-4
Class Fee: $199.99. Event cost includes your Kimberbell project kit with fabric, tote, and all the embellishments, plus full-color detailed instructions and design CD. Lunch Provided. You will bring scissors, thread and embroidery machine.Class Description: A new two-day event with a sewing and garden theme! This event features Kimberbell Blanks: polka dot tea towel, buffalo check tote, and rectangle pillow form, plus darling scissors and tape measure. You will learn new techniques like over-the-edge appliqué and more! It’s a cheery celebration, sewing with friends, and Kimberbell.
Seating is Limited!!!!
Bernina Creative Quilting Academy
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 20 Thursday 10-2
Shelby: June 19 Wednesday 10-2
Charlotte: June 27 Thursday 10-2
Class Fee: $ 35.00. This class is not a mastery class. This class is for
customers who do not own a quilting machine and is looking to see what
is available on the new machines.
Class Description: Learn how to successfully quilt your next quilt as you learn a few basic quilting techniques in this 3 hours hands-on class with the BERNINA Q20 sit-down longarm machine and a BERNINA 770. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a new quilter that's never touched a quilting machine, this class is for YOU. Everyone will walk away with tips and techniques to use while quilting your next quilt, and you'll also learn about the benefits and features that BERNINA quilting machines have to offer. See how easy free-motion quilting can be with BERNINA Stitch Regulators (BSRs) and try some ruler work.Your class fee will be gifted back to you DOUBLE towards the purchase of a new BERNINA sewing machine. Class fee includes all supplies you will need for this hands-on class.
Christmas in July
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: July 27 Saturday 10-4
Shelby: July 19 Friday 10-4
August 8 Thursday 10-4
Charlotte: July 20 Saturday 10-4
Class Fee: $ 10.00. CD $ 29.99. There will be a small kit fee for
fabric and ball trim. Everyone will bring a cover dish to share for lunch.
Class Description: Kimberbell has been working all thro’ the night, to bring you some Christmas ornament delight! With a dozen ornaments and a variety of fun techniques, your Christmas tree will sparkle and shine! From beautiful cutwork stitches that allow the lights to shine through, to whimsical appliquéd “snow globes” and Santa’s fringed beard, these ornaments make the perfect gift topper, garland, or tree decoration. Happy Hoop Ornaments: A Whimsical Christmas are sure to make a perfect addition to your Christmas decor. In a 4x4 hoop, they are perfect for beginners and even the most experienced embroiders. We hope you enjoy these dozen darling designs as much as we do.
Brother Embroidery Disney Club:
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: July 18 & 25 Thursdays 10-1
Shelby: July 17 & 24 Wednesdays 3-5
Charlotte: July 24 & 31 Wednesdays 10-1
Class Fee: $ 10.00 each project. Plus kit fee.
Class Policy: This class is for Brother sewing machine owners. Designs
for class will be downloaded from Brother's Ibroidery site. These designs only work on Brother embroidery machines. This class is only for customers
who have purchased machines from one of our three locations. .
Class Description:
May: Celebrate Mickey's 90th birthday. We will be making a journal cover
using the limited edition embroidery.
July: Everything is more fun when you do it with Mickey and Minnie. Come
make this lined apron. Available in adult or child sizes. Your choice of
embroidery designs.
ScanNCut DX225 Club:
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: July 22 Monday 10-1
Shelby: July 23 Tuesday 10-1
Charlotte: July 23 Tuesday 10-1
Class Fee: $ 10.00 each project. Plus Kit. ScanNCut must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description:
Pictures and classes projects created by Brother educator
Julie Fei Fan Balzer.
July: Cookout Apron. Come explore how easy the ScanNcut works with
Heat Transfer Vinyl. Lettering and spatula will use the scanning
feature.
Kimberbell is an embroidery club that features In-the-Hoop projects.
Kimberbell Exclusives Embroidery Club:
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Hickory: June 21 Friday 10-1
August 16 Friday 10-1
Charlotte: June 26 Wednesday 10-1
September 5 Thursday 1-4
Shelby: June 28 Friday 10-1
August 22 Thursday 10-1
Class Fee: $ 10.00 each project. Plus Kit.
Class Description:
Hickory: (June) Floral Cutwork Napkin. Reminiscent of vintage lace embroidery, now machine stitched. Choose contrasting thread or tone-on tone. What a great present. Requires a 5" x 7" embroidery frame.
(August) Pop of Summer Tablerunner. This adorable table runner will make a fun unique addition to any table. This is a multi-hoop project and has a pieced center section quilters will love. Requires a 5" x 7"embroidery frame.
Charlotte: (June) Flower Zipper Clutch. The clutch comes in three sizes. Choose durable cork to dainty calicos. Unlike, traditional machine embroidery applique where the design is secured with a satin stitch, raw edges of the pretty petals are surrounded with whimsical outline stitches. The clutch is fully lined with a zipper. This clutch is made completely in the hoop. Requires a 5" x 7" embroidery hoop.
(August) Lovebirds Tandem Bicycle Tote. In our tandem design, little lovebirds look sweet perched on the bicycle seat and handles, and we adore the baskets of blossoms with fringe flowers. Requires a 5" x 7", 6 x 10
or 8 x12 hoop.
Shelby: (June) Grateful Heart Composition Notebook. The Grateful heart Composition Notebook is pieced and embroidered completely in-the-hoop. There are actual scientifically proven health benefits for expressing gratitude. Requires a 5" x 7" embroidery hoop.
(August) Modern Patchwork Zipper Pouch. The combination of a simple patchwork strip with contemporary technique like quilting in-the-hoop, gives the zipper pouch a subtle sophistication in all four sizes. Just right for sewing notions, makeup, and other essentials. The zipper pouch is fully lined with no raw edges or stabilizer showing. Requires a 5" x 7" embroidery hoop.
Westalee Ruler Club
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Hickory: July 9 Tuesday 10-12:30
August 6 Tuesday 10-12:30
Charlotte: August 3 Saturday 2-4:30
September 7 Saturday 2-4:30
Shelby: July 15 Monday 10-12:30
August 5 Monday 10-12:30
Class Fee: $ 10.00 each class. Westalee Design Sampler Template Set 1
must be purchased at our store to attend this class.Ruler Set is $ 65.00.
You will also need the Bernina ruler foot # 72 or #96. Brother and Baby Lock
owners will need the Westalee ruler foot.
Bernina Q20 & Q24 Club:
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 10 Monday 10-1
July 23 Tuesday 10-1
Shelby: June 17 Monday 10-1
July 25 Thursday 10-1
Charlotte: June 29 Saturday 2-5
August 17 Saturday 2-5
Class Description:
June: Echo-quilting Clips: Come learn how easy it is to echo quilt around
any applique. Bernina presser foot #72 and Echo-quilting clips are required for class project.
July: Couching: With the couching inserts, you can creatively sew yarns, cords, and wool or felt threads on to your project. In this class; we will couch a word on a pillow front. Bernina presser foot #72 and couching inserts required for class project.
Fun with Vinyl
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory:
Shelby:
Charlotte:
Class Description:
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Charlotte: June 14, 21, 28 & July 5 Fridays 2-5
Class Fee: $ 55.00. Kit $ 89.00. Backing & Batting is not included in kit.
The kit must be purchased for this class. The colors are as pictured.
Class Description: Elizabeth Hartman light and airy quilt is a new fresh look.The class will be quilted in Robert Kaufman’s fabric designed by Elizabeth Hartman. Finished Size: 60” x 70” . A nice modern look.
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Charlotte: May 17, 24, 31 & June 7 Fridays 2-5
Class Fee: $ 55.00. Pattern $ 10.00. Plus Supplies.
Class Description: The oversized blocks that make Labyrinth are easier to assemble than they look! This pattern can be made with one Jelly Roll, one Charm Pack and background fabric. Finished Size: 72” x 90” twin size. A great quilt for the beginner.
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Shelby: July 17, 24, August 7 & 14 Wednesdays 10-1
Class Fee: $ 55.00. Pattern $ 9.00. Plus Material.
Class Description: This is the last call for this retired pattern by Nellie's
Needle. This cute flower pinwheel quilt is great for the summer months.
A great quilt in bright colors. The scallop edge is a great finish.
Kimberbell "Make Yourself at Home Quilt":
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: September 12,19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 Thursdays 10-1
Charlotte: September 11,18,25 October 2,9,16, 23 & 30 Wednesdays 10-1
Class Fee: $ 100.00. Kit $ 200.00 Kit includes fabric for quilt top, binding, embellishment kit & CD with instruction booklet for the embroidery pattern.
Class Description: Kimberbell’s all-new decorative quilt features a cheerful assortment of applique and embroidered blocks including homes of all shapes and sizes, a cozy couch, sofa, and loveseat, floor lamps, chenille potted plants, and sweet sentiments. You’ll learn fun embroidery techniques and enjoy traditional piecing with each block. With over more than 20 embroidered blocks you can choose between eight embroidered houses from your first apartment building, to a two-story in the suburbs, then grandpa and grandma’s farmhouse, even a retro RV. Traditional quilt blocks include pinwheels, a large windmill star, flying geese, plus stars to frame the embroidered sentiment blocks. Pieced picture blocks include the tall floor lamp, sofa, and apartment building.Delight in every detail like polka-dot glitter lamp shades with fringe borders, chenille succulent stems, and ribbon flowers. Flexi foam add soft dimension to the couch cushions. Mylar and vinyl brighten the lampposts and house windows. Use twine for the lamp pulls and to string the quilted pennants together. Sew the darling adornments too like the miniature quilt and bench pillows you’ll find in the companion embellishment kit. Finished size: 44" x 60″
Jelly Roll Rug
Class Location:
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Shelby: May 29 & June 5 Wednesdays 10-1
May 30 & June 6 Thursday 10-1
Class Description:This colorful rug is made with one 42 piece Jelly Roll and 100% cotton batting. Rug measures 30" x 44".
Home Grown Quilt
Class Locations:
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Class Fee: $ 100.00. Plus supplies.
Class Description: What is more important than family? This charming quilt by Nancy Halvorsen from Art to Heart celebrates all that is good in a family and the values that keep families together. The quilt is all machine appliqued. Finished size 65' x 65."
Sewing Classes:
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 3 Monday 10-12
August 22 Thursday 10-12
Shelby: June 4 Tuesday 3-5
August 20 Tuesday 3-5
Charlotte: June 5 Wednesday 10-12
August 21 Wednesday 10-12
Class Fee: $ 20.00. Plus Supplies.
Class Description: In this class we will learn how to thread your machine and wind a bobbin. We will practice sewing straight. Also, learn about seam allowances, basting and reverse sewing. We will also look at the different stitch selections on your machine.
Beginner Smocking
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Hickory: June 6 & 13 Thursdays 10-12
Shelby: June 7 & 14 Fridays 10-12
Class Fee: $ 35.00. Plus Supplies.
Class Description: This is a hand sewing class. We will demonstrate how to pleat fabric. Afterwards, each student will be given a piece of pleated fabric. We will learn how to stitch the most common smocking stitches.
Advanced Smocking: Bishop Dress
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Hickory: July 11, 18 & 25 Wednesdays 2:30-5:30
Class Fee: $ 35.00. Plus Supplies.
Class Description: The Bishop is the classic, raglan-sleeved with smocking around the neck. It falls just below the knee. You must take the beginner smocking class to be eligible for this class.
Sewing 101 Part 1
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 22 Wednesday 2-4
August 7 Wednesday 2-4
Shelby: June 5 Wednesday 2-4
August 20 Tuesday 10-12
Charlotte: June 7 Friday 10-12
August 14 Wednesday 2-4
Class Description: This class is an introduction to sewing. We will cover
your machine and accessories. We will learn the following: parts of machine, threading, winding a bobbin, sewing a straight line and cutting.
You will make a basic square pillow.
Sewing 101 Part 2 "Pillowcases"
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 17 Monday 2-4
August 2 Friday 2-4
Shelby: June 24 Monday 2-4
August 7 Wednesday 2-4
Charlotte: June 14 Friday 10-12
August 2 Friday 10-12
Plus Supplies.
Class Description: Come make this simple pillowcase. This class will teach you about seam allowances and finishing seams.
Sewing 101 Part 3 "Easy Pajama Pants"
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 12 Wednesday 10-1:30
August 19 Monday 10-1:30
Shelby: May 29 Wednesday 2-5:30
August 5 Monday 2-5:30
Charlotte: June 28 Friday 10-1:30
August 9 Friday 10-1:30
Class Description: These easy and comfortable pajama pants are a great
place to start with garment construction. Pants will be completed in class.
The Kelly Anorak Jacket
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: August 7, 14 & 21 Wednesdays 10-1
Shelby: September 13 Friday 9:00-5:30
Charlotte: August 7, 14 & 21 Wednesdays 10-1
Class Description: Style meets function with the Kelly Anorak Jacket.
A classic shape with a modern cut, this versatile coat is the perfect choice for transitional weather. The jacket is lightweight and unlined. Features are a two piece cuffed sleeve, optional drawstring waist, gussetted flap pockets, zipper placket, and snapped buttons.
Ruffles Little Girl's Top
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 8, 15 & 22 Wednesdays 10-1
Charlotte: May 15, 22 & 29 Wednesdays 2-5
Class Description: Ruffle-ious! The unique twist and modern look the- ruffle top with leggings is perfect for the playground or a birthday party. Rows of ruffles along the bodice and pockets create an adorable and hip look while remaining easy to get on and off with either ruffle straps.
Easy Knit Loungewear or Sleepwear
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 13 & 20 Thursdays 3-5
August 15 & 22 Thursdays 2-4
Shelby: June 7 & 14 Fridays 2-4
Charlotte: June 19 & 26 Wednesdays 2-4
September 20 & 27 Fridays 2-4
Class Description: Be cozy in these loose-fitting, pullover tops that have
neckbands and full-length sleeves with sleeve bands. Short and pants have
waistband with elastic. A great way to learn more about your serger.
Children's Summer Day Camp
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 24, 25, 26, 27 or 28 Monday-Friday 10-1
Charlotte: June 17, 18, 19, 20 & 21 Monday-Friday 10-1
Class Fee: $ 80.00. Plus supplies.Class Description: Come have fun in the Summer sewing camp. Each day we will complete a new project. The first day we learn about your machines.
Day 1: Getting to Know your machine.
Day 2: Pillowcase
Day 3: Reversible Tote Bag
Day 4: Reversible Apron
Day 5: Pajama Pants
Class is open to ages 9-15. If you do not own a machine; stop by and see our classroom models. We have a large selection of affordable machines. Machines not purchases at our store must be serviced or in proper sewing order before class time.
New Owners Mastery Classes:
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 29 Wednesday 3-5
July 15 Monday 3-5
September 16 Monday 10-12
Shelby: May 28 Tuesday 10-12
July 15 Monday 3-5
September 17 Tuesday 3-5
Charlotte: May 21 Tuesday 10-12
July 25 Thursday 3-5
September 10 Tuesday 10-12
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our
three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Bernina 7 or 8 series machine. We will cover the basics and functions of the machine.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 5 Wednesday 3-5
July 22 Monday 3-5
September 23 Monday 10-12
Shelby: June 4 Tuesday 10-12
July 22 Monday 3-5
September 24 Tuesday 3-5
Charlotte: May 28 Tuesday 10-12
July 31 Wednesday 3-5
September 17 Tuesday 10-12
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our
three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Bernina 7 or 8 series machine. We will cover the basics and functions of the embroidery machine.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
All three locations are by appointment only.
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to make an appointment. .
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Bernina 16 embroidery machine. This class will cover all the functions of the machine We will, also, cover placement , threads,
downloading and stabilizers.
New Owners Bernina Mastery 2, 3, 4 & 5 Series
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 6 Monday 2-4
July 15 Monday 10-12
September 16 Monday 2-4
Shelby: May 7 Tuesday 2-4
July 16 Tuesday 10-12
September 11 Wednesday 2-4
Charlotte: May 7 Tuesday 10-12
July 11 Thursday 10-12
September 10 Tuesday 2-4
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our
three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Bernina 2, 3, 4 or 5 series machine. We will cover the basics and functions of the machine.
New Owners Bernina Embroidery Mastery 5 Series
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 15 Wednesday 2-4
July 29 Monday 2-4
September 23 Monday 2-4
Shelby: May 14 Tuesday 2-4
July 23 Tuesday 3-5
September 18 Wednesday 2-4
Charlotte: May 14 Tuesday 10-12
July 18 Thursday 10-12
September 17 Tuesday 2-4
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our
three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Bernina 5 series Embroidery machine. This class will cover all the functions of the embroidery unit. We will, also, cover placement , threads,
downloading and stabilizers.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
All three locations are by appointment only.
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to make an appointment. .
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Bernina Q series machine. This class will cover all the functions of the machine We will, cover the additional accessories available.
New Owner Brother Luminaire & Baby Lock Solaris Mastery Class
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 1 & 8 Wednesdays 3-5
June 5 Wednesday 10-11:30 (New to Mastery Class Scanner Option)
July 10 & 17 Wednesdays 10-12
August 12 Monday 10-11:30 (New to Mastery Class Scanner Option)
September 30 & October 7 Mondays 10-12
Shelby: May 7 & 14 Tuesdays 10-12
June 18 Tuesday 10-11:30 (New to Mastery Class Scanner Option)
July 9 & 16 Tuesdays 3-5
August 13 Tuesday 10-11:30 (New to Mastery Class Scanner Option)
September 19 & 26 Thursdays 10-12
Charlotte: May 11 & 25 Saturdays 3:30-5:30
June 15 Saturday 3-4:30 (New to Mastery Class Scanner Option)
July 10 & 17 Wednesdays 2-4
September 14 & 21 Saturdays 3-5
September 28 Saturday 3-4:30 (New to Mastery Class Scanner Option)
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our
three locations to register. .
Class Description: Come learn all the new features of the Brother
Luminaire & the Baby Lock Solaris. These machines are amazing!
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 7 Tuesday 10:30-12:30
July 16 Tuesday 3-5
September 12 Thursday 3-5
Shelby: May 6 Monday 10-12
July 18 Thursday 2-4
September 11 Wednesday 10-12
Charlotte: May 1 Wednesday 10-12
July 12 Friday 3-5
September 18 Wednesday 3-5
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Brother or
Baby Lock machine. This class is not for Brother Dream or Baby Lock Density machine owners. We will cover the basics and functions of the machine.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 14 Tuesday 10:30-12:30
July 23 Tuesday 3-5
September 19 Thursday 3-5
Shelby: May 13 Monday 10-12
July 25 Thursday 2-4
September 18 Wednesday 10-12
Charlotte: May 8 Wednesday 2-4
July 19 Friday 3-5
September 25 Wednesday 3-5
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Brother or Baby Lock Embroidery Machine. This class will cover all the functions of the embroidery unit. We will, also, cover placement , threads, downloading and stabilizers. This class is not for the following models: Muti- Needles, Dream, Density, Persona or Alliance. Embroidery only single needle machines are welcome.
Sewing Machine Mastery
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 17 Monday 10-12
August 5 Monday 2-4
September 30 Monday 2-4
Shelby: June 3 Monday 2-4
August 6 Tuesday 2-4
October 2 Wednesday 10-1
Charlotte: June 4 Tuesday 2-4
September 14 Saturday 1-3
October 19 Saturday 1-3
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Brother Dream Machine 2 or Baby Lock Density 2. We will cover all the basics and functions of the machine.
New Owners Brother Dream Machine 2 & Baby Lock Density 2
Embroidery Machine Mastery
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: June 24 Monday 3-5
August 12 Monday 2-4
October 7 Monday 2-4
Shelby: June 17 Monday 2-4
August 13 Tuesday 2-4
October 9 Wednesday 2-4
Charlotte: June 18 Tuesday 2-4
September 21 Saturday 1-3
October 26 Saturday 1-3
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our
three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Brother Dream Embroidery Machine or the Baby Lock Density.. This class will cover all the functions of the embroidery unit. We will, also, cover placement , threads, downloading and stabilizers. All embroidery accessories that come with the machine will be covered.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: April 9 Tuesday 3:30-5:30
June 4 Tuesday 2-4
August 1 Thursday 2-4
Shelby: April 29 Monday 3:30-5:30
June 24 Monday 10-12
August 8 Thursday 2-4
Charlotte: April 10 Wednesday 10-12
June 5 Wednesday 2-4
August 7 Wednesday 2-4
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Brother Persona or Baby Lock Alliance. We will cover the different screens, functions of the machine, threading, stabilizers, downloading, and the hat hoop.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 7 Tuesday 2-4
July 11 Thursday 10-12
September 3 Tuesday 10-12
Shelby: May 6 Monday 2-4
July 18 Thursday 10-12
September 4 Wednesday 10-12
Charlotte: May 2 Thursday 10-12
July 23 Tuesday 2-4
September 3 Tuesday 10-12
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: This class will help you learn all about your Brother or
Baby lock Multi-Needle Machine. We will cover the different screens, functions of the machine, threading, stabilizers, downloading, and the hat hoop.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 14 Tuesday 2-4
July 9 Tuesday 2-4
September 3 Tuesday 2-4
Shelby: May 13 Monday 2-4
July 18 Thursday 4-6
September 6 Friday 10-12
Charlotte: May 7 Tuesday 2-4
July 16 Tuesday 2-4
September 6 Friday 2-4
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description:Come learn about all the wonderful applications of you new serger. We will explorer all the serger feet.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 16 Thursday 10-12
July 12 Friday 10-12
September 5 Thursday 10-12
Shelby: May 23 Thursday 2-4
July 22 Monday 10-12
September 4 Wednesday 2-4
Charlotte: May 3 Friday 2-4
July 12 Friday 10-12
September 4 Wednesday 10-12
Class Fee: Free. Machines must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: Come learn how to thread and all the different stitches of your new serger.
New Owners Software Classes:
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: April 12 Friday 2-3:30
June 3 Monday 2-3:30
August 2 Friday 10-11:30
Shelby: April 25 Thursday 2-3:30
June 1 Saturday 9-10:30
August 6 Tuesday 10-11:30
Charlotte: April 27 Saturday 1:30-3
June 1 Saturday 2-3:30
August 10 Saturday 2-3:30
Class Fee: Free. Software must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: Come learn all about your BES Lettering. You must have software installed before Saturday class time. This software works wonderful with all brands of machines and the Brother ScanNcut. If you need help installing, come in before class time for help.
New Owners Brother PE Design 11 or Baby Lock Palette
Basic Operation
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory : May 24 & 31 Fridays 2-3:30
July 10 & 17 Wednesdays 2-3:30
Shelby : May 3 & 10 Fridays 2-3:30
July 13 & 20 Saturdays 9-10:30
Charlotte : May 4 & 11 Saturdays 1:30-3
June 15 & 22 Saturdays 1:30-3
Class Fee: Free. Software must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: This is a beginner class for Brother PE-Design or Baby
Lock 11. This will give you a great introduction of all the wonderful features in the software.
New Owners Bernina Version 8 Mastery
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory : May 6 & 13 Mondays 10-11:30
July 17 & 24 Wednesdays 4-5:30
Shelby: April 25 & May 2 Thursdays 9-10:30
July 9 & 16 Tuesdays 1-2:30
Charlotte: May 4 Saturday 3:30-5 & May 25 Saturday 1:30-3
August 10 Saturday 3:30-5
Class Fee: Free. Software must be purchased at one of our three locations to register .
Class Description: Come learn all about your Bernina Version 8 Software. This class is a great introduction to your software. You will
learn all of the amazing capabilities of the software.
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
All three locations are by appointment only.
This applies to the following software:
Floriani Total Control
Floriani Total Quilter
MacEmbroidery
Craft n Cut
Bernina Toolbox Software
Brother ScanNCut Models 650
Baby Lock Designer Gallery
All past software versions of PE-Design & Bernina Artista
Advance Software training on PE-Design or Artista Software
Class Fee: Free. Software must be purchased at one of our three locations to make an appointment. .
New Owners ScanNCut Classes:
Brother New ScanNCut Model DX Mastery Class
Class Locations:
Lee Sewing Center (Hickory, NC)
Lee Furniture & Sewing (Shelby, NC)
Creative Sewing & Vacuums (Charlotte, NC)
Hickory: May 13 Monday 2-4
July 24 Wednesday 10-12
Shelby: May 9 Thursday 10-12
July 9 Tuesday 10-12
Charlotte: May 29 Wednesday 10-12
July 9 Tuesday 10-12
Class Fee: Free. ScanNCut must be purchased at one of our three locations to register.
Class Description: We will cover all the different screens on all the different windows. We will see how to draw, cut paper and fabric. We will also cover ScanNCut Workspace. Just bring you ScanNCut and all your accessories to class. You only need to take this class one time.