Join Cheryl in learning to master the sewing side of your new BERNINA machine. Learn to care for your machine and how to use specialty functions to customize machine settings to your needs. You will learn to use the most important utility stitches on your machine, such as straight stitches, overlock stitches, long stitches, blind hem, and buttonholes. ? ? You will also learn about the many creative options of your machine, including decorative stitches, combi-mode, free-motion stitching, and more.

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Celebrate summer stitching with America O’ America, a bold red, white, and blue quilt that proudly forms a classic American flag design. This striking quilt is the perfect piece to display as the nation celebrates its sesquicentennial—a meaningful and timely project for patriotic décor. In this class, students will focus on sharpening essential piecing skills, with special attention to sewing accurate scant ¼? seams and perfecting flying geese blocks for crisp, professional results. Whether you’re looking to improve precision or refine your technique, this project offers plenty of skill-building opportunities. Janet will guide students through construction of the quilt and will also help you adapt the pattern for vertical hanging, ensuring the flag is displayed correctly according to flag standards. Skill Level: Confident Beginner and up Techniques Covered: Scant ¼? seams, flying geese construction, layout options. Come stitch a quilt that’s both beautiful and meaningful—and just right for summer display