Bernina World of Sewing - Raleigh
Classes and Events Information
General Sewing Including Accessories and Clothes

Sewing 101 Afternoon OR Evening (Five Sessions) Afternoon Thu, Apr 10, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm Thu, Apr 17, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm Thu, Apr 24, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm Thu, May 1, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm Thu, May 8, 2025 2:00pm - 4:30pm Evening Wed, Apr 9, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm Wed, Apr 16, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm Wed, Apr 23, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm Wed, Apr 30, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm Wed, May 7, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Description Do you want to learn basic sewing skills? Sewing 101 spans 5 classes and will teach you the necessary skills to create 5 beginner sewing projects. We will learn the basics of needles, thread, materials, notions, cutting and yardage. We will learn how to cut out our projects, sew straight seams, finish edges with zig zag stitches, sew french seams, and more. You will complete a toiletry or tool wrap, a pillowcase, a tote bag, a reversible apron, and envelope pillow cover, and a fabric basket. Come join us for some fun, learn new sewing skills, and gain the confidence you need to create these beginner projects in class and work independently at home. Class Fee: $175.00 (For all five Sessions) Instructor: Amy Jones To register for this class, stop by the store or go to our Web Shopping site at: Afternoon April-May Evening April-May Instructor Information:

Sewing 102 Five Sessions April-May Thu, Apr 10, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm Thu, Apr 17, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm Thu, Apr 24, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm Thu, May 1, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm Thu, May 8, 2025 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Description The Sewing 102 class is a continuation of Sewing 101, or for beginner sewists who want to learn more advanced sewing skills. You should be able to cut fabric to required sizes, sew straight seams, finish edges, and understand your machine for stitch length, stitch width, and tension. We will learn techniques such as sewing a zipper with two methods and making a buttonhole with your machine. We will study reading a pattern and how to cut your fabric according to your measurements, as well as using blind hems to finish a garment. Projects include a lined pouch, a tote bag, and a pair of shorts or pants. Class Fee: $170.00 Instructor: Amy Jones Students need to bring their own sewing machines in good working order. To register for this class, stop by the store or go to our Web Shopping site at: April-May Apr-May on Our Web Shopping Site Instructor Information:

Bag Making Workshop Sat, May 31, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm

Description Do you have a bag pattern you have been wanting to make? Could you use some help with the pattern instructions, particular techniques, or working with new materials or hardware? Or would you just like to hang out with other bag-makers and sew? If so, Sara Young is hosting a day of sewing support for fellow bag-making enthusiasts. Bring a bag pattern of your choosing, your sewing machine, and your bag-making supplies and spend the day making something beautiful and useful! Sara will be available to help you work through your project with practical tips and techniques. All levels welcome, beginner to advanced, however Sara recommends having all your material cut before class to maximize your workshop time. Students need to bring their own sewing machines in good working order. Class Fee: $40.00 Instructor: Sara Young To register for this class, stop by the store or go to our Web Shopping site at: Our Web Shopping Site Instructor Information:

Pieces and Wholeness Sat, Jun 14, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm

Description Join us for a class that will be equal parts creative and introspective and improvisational. We will spend the morning exploring the technique and producing several pieces of created fabric (and maybe a bit of insight). We’ll take a break for lunch (bring your own or step out to one of the nearby restaurants. The studio will stay open for those that haven’t had enough fun!) In the afternoon we will design how those created pieces might fit into a whole or not. While you may not leave with a finished product, I’m hopeful that you will have a glimpse of wholeness. Class Fee: $45.00 Instructor: Rebecca Hix To register for this class, stop by the store or go to our Web Shopping site at: Our Web Shopping Site Instructor Information:

Serger Club Upcoming Sessions: Wed, Apr 9, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm Wed, May 14, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm Wed, Jun 18, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm Wed, Aug 6, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm Wed, Sep 17, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm Wed, Oct 8, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm Wed, Nov 5, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm Wed, Dec 10, 2025 10:30am - 4:30pm

Description Join Nancy for a year full of fun and fabulous Serger projects. If you would like to hone your serger skills, learn new tips and tricks all while creating fun and functional projects? Then join us and become part of the Serger Club. We gather together on one Wednesday each month to create different serger projects. Please join us and register for the months you are available! Class Fee: $45.00 Instructor: Nancy Glasgow To register for this class, stop by the store or go to our Web Shopping site at: April April on Our Web Shopping Site May May on Our Web Shopping Site June June on Our Web Shopping Site August August on Our Web Shopping Site September September on Our Web Shopping Site October October on Our Web Shopping Site November November on Our Web Shopping Site December December on Our Web Shopping Site Instructor Information: Nancy taught until retirement with Wake County Schools and is part of the staff at Bernina World of Sewing.    She is experienced in garment sewing, quiltmaking, and hand crafts.