Virtual: 2026 Bernina Software Building Blocks - Bev
These classes are virtual and will be on Zoom. They will be 2.5 hours in length and will be recorded (just in case you can't make a class or need to step away for a bit). The zoom link will be emailed to you before the class.
Lesson 1, May 7, 10:00am – 12:30pm - Lettering
The 2026 session will begin with the basic building block of lettering. In Creator level, we will look at lettering with an eye for creating a quilt label. In DesignerPlus level, we will learn to get creative with lettering. Learn how to create special multi-colored lettering and textured lettering for special effects.
Lesson 2, July 2, 10:00am – 12:30pm - Editing
In Creator level, let's look at the basic types of fill stitches and the ways they can be edited to create special effects. In DesignerPlus, learn how to improve the quality of a design. Learn all the things you should check first before you click on Write to Card/Machine.
Lesson 3, Aug 6, 10:00am – 12:30pm - Creating from Pictures
Lesson 4, October 8, 10:00am – 12:30pm - Digitizing
In Creator level, we will digitize two in-the-hoop projects for a favorite pair of scissors. In DesignerPlus, the focus of this lesson will be on scanning fabrics to use a background for digitizing special designs.
Lesson 5, November 16, 10:00am – 12:30pm - Applique
In Creator level, create Shadow Applique using the Digitize Applique Tool to create an heirloom pillow. Learn how to play with density and you will learn how to create designs for use with the Needle punch accessory and Couching Foot # 43. In DesignerPlus, you will create an applique design from start to finish using Advanced applique and the CutWork Accessory or a cutting machine.
Lesson 6, January 7, 2027, 10:00am – 12:30pm -Quilting
In Creator Level, learn how to create foundation pieced blocks in your software; then add quilting designs to quilt the block.. In Designer Plus, learn how to create background quilting designs that can be used for quilting around an applique, embroidery or quilting design.
| Requirements: | Laptop or computer with internet connection |
| Instructor: | Bev Shumilak |
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