Classes
Gina’s Class Policy:
- Registration is required. You may register in person, by phone or by mail with check, money order or credit card. Payment is required to register.
- Class fees are non-refundable unless the class is cancelled or you cancel from the class with at least 48 hours notice. We reserve the right to cancel class if the minimum number of students required is not met (normally 4)
- Class supplies and kits are not included in the class fee.
- Supplies must be purchased at Gina’s.
- Patterns & books cannot be shared or photocopied because of copyright laws.
- With respect for others please arrive on time, and prepared.
- No guests will be permitted to sit in on the class.
- Please turn cell phones off in class for consideration of others
Click HERE to download a pdf of the Mastery Classes for Machines, Embroidery, Sergers or Software.
Click HERE to download a pdf of the current sewing classes for Quilting, Basic Adult Sewing, Monday Night's with Mary, etc.
Classic Children's Sewing Classes
Machine Embroidery Technique Classes
Quilting & Wearable Arts Classes
Monday Nights with Mary Sewing Classes
Beginning Freestyle Machine Quilting
If you have already learned to piece your top then you are ready for the next step—learning to quilt your quilt! In this 1 session class you will learn the tricks of free motion quilting, stitching in the ditch, echo quilting and more. Come learn from one of the best quilters in the industry! Sign up fast, Kathy's classes always fill up.
Class fee includes kit of materials needed for class. Full payment must be made at time of registration for class in order to secure your place - no exceptions can be made. Thanks
Instructor: Kathy Drew
September 11 1:30-3:30 (Saturday)
November 15 9:30-12:00 (Monday)
Beginning Quilting from Start to Finish
This class is for anyone who wants to learn the basic techniques for reading patterns, rotary cutting, perfect piecing, the proper Ironing techniques and lots for tips and tricks. This class is the perfect class to get your quilting off on the right foot. Available as 2 or 3 sessions (see below).
Class Fee: $48 + supplies Instructor: Sue Jones
Days:
September 14, 28 9:30 - 3:00 (Tuesday)
Nights:
September 14, 29, October 19 5:30 - 8:00 (Tuesday)
October 21, Novemer 4, 18 5:30 - 8:00 (Thursday)
Block of the Month Club - Roses of Remembrance
Sharon Pederson’s Roses of Remembrance
Do not miss the opportunity to make this gorgeous heirloom quilt using fabrics from Island Batiks and the 12 finalists’ blocks from the 2009 Rose of Sharon Block Challenge sponsored by Sharon Pederson. There will be a $25.00 start up fee and 24.95 per month for 13 months. Kits will include fabric for the blocks, sashing, borders and binding to complete the quilt top. CD or book purchase will be required. You will have a choice of machine appliqué, hand appliqué, machine embroidery appliqué and fusible appliqué with the option of using the Accu-go Cutter. We are also offering the quilt-as-you-go option which when you see it you are going to want it!
$25 non-refundable deposit. Space is limited.
Starts January 20, 2011 Sign up now.
Bridget and Beyond Dress
Same dress as the Bridget, but learn to appliqué, color block, and add a little gather to this simple dress.
Bridget Dress
A quick change team spirit dress or a fun and easy beach dress with shoulder ties. No buttons or buttonholes,, no placket or gathers! A great beginner and super quick project!
Class Fee: $18 + supplies Instructor: Mary
September 20 6:00 - 8:30
Bunny's Knit Nightie
This is the perfect knit layette for a new baby. A classic knit gown, a blanket, and cap make the perfect ensemble. These are quick and easy. perfect for gifts. You can make the set in just a couple of hours once you know what you're doing.
Instructor : Pat Long Cost : $32
Tuesday, July 6, 2010 10:00-3:00
Christmas Pillowcase with Embroidery
Learn to make our super fun pillowcase and embroidery the cuff using our embroidery machine in class. You will love these for your children and for gifts at Christmas!
Class Fee: $18 + supplies Instructor: Mary
Corel Draw
Are you ready for learning software techniques after completing the Artista Version 6.0 classes? Kathy is teaching the following sessions for you to go beyond the basics for each technique. Bring your laptops to class. Class Fee $18.
Saturday, August 28, 2010 1:30-3:30
Digitizing with the Designer Plus V6
Are you ready for learning software techniques after completing the Artista Version 6.0 classes? Kathy is teaching the following sessions for you to go beyond the basics for each technique. Bring your laptops to class. Class Fee $18.
Saturday, September 25, 2010 9:30-12:00
East Tennessee Shop Hop
Join in the fun and do the Hop! The East Tennessee Shop Hop 2010 features 14 of the best shops in East Tennessee. Going from Chattanooga to Crossville, Knoxville and on up to Johnson City. Each shop features on of the latest tools of the trade, has demos going on in store and has lots of samples to inspire you. You can win up to $1400 in Gift Certificates!
Click HERE to view the info on the shops participating
Passports go on sale June 1, 2010- $5.00 each. The first 50 people to purchase a passport from Gina's Bernina will receive a free shop hop pin!
Hop Dates:
June 17-26, 2010 All shops open daily 9:00am - 6:00pm Monday -Saturday. Gina's is closed on Sundays, but some shops will be open on Sundays- (check the brochure to see if a particular shop is open on Sunday)