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*NEW*
What Makes MasterWorks III Different
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April Dunn |
Basic |
This class is an overview that demonstrates most of the major enhanced features that makes MasterWorks III different from MasterWorks & MasterWorks II. See how the upgrade features will make it faster, easier and more creative to create your own embroidery designs AND work with designs you purchased. Whether you are looking at digitizing for the first time or looking to upgrade from MasterWorks II, MasterWorks or MasterWorks Lite programs, you will see why we are so excited about this program! Note-the class notes include a list of all features demonstrated.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™ III
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Available
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QuiltMotion - Beyond Basics
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Lora Kesilis |
Intermediate |
So you have taken the QuiltMotion Basics class, and you have done a little quilting with your new system and now you are ready to experience some of the Advanced Tools that QuiltCAD offers. This is your class. The class will focus on using the various functions of QuiltCAD that were not covered in the Basics class including sewing and recording your own quilt designs, merging blocks, and how to use the print function to preview your quilting designs or to create your own paper pantographs for free motion quilting. You will also learn how to use the Advanced Tools including Repeating Patterns, Row Rippling and Triangle Blocks. If you are new to QuiltMotion, it is strongly suggested that you take QuiltMotion Basics before moving on to other QuiltMotion classes.
Software Featured: QuiltMotion Software System
Products Featured: Jewel (Previous Model), Crown Jewel
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Available
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Creative Lettering with LetterWorks III
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Take your lettering to a new level of creativity with LetterWorks III. Use the professionally digitized fonts included in LetterWorks III to add wonderful creative lettering quickly and easily to all of your embroidery projects. After taking this class you will be able to use the outline fonts to change the style of your lettering, add multiple colors to your lettering, stretch and skew the shape of your letters and even create lettering that follows a path designed by you! If you are ready to have some creative fun with your lettering, this class is the one for you.
Software Featured: LetterWorks™ III
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Available
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EmbroideryWorks Basics - Part 1
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April Dunn |
Basic |
The most popular customizing features in embroidery software have come together in EmbroideryWorks-from sizing and density control to much more. EmbroideryWorks comes with the essential tools you'll use daily all bundled into one package. Join us as we start to explore the basic features and settings included in both EmbroideryWorks programs.
NOTE: This is one of two EmbroideryWorks "Basics" classes.
EmbroideryWorks™ Advanced owners: It is suggested you take this class before taking for "EmbroideryWorks - After the Basics" class.
Software Featured: EmbroideryWorks Advanced, EmbroideryWorks Everyday
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Available
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EmbroideryWorks Advanced - Exploring the Utility Menu
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April Dunn |
Intermediate |
Now that you have taken the "EmbroideryWorks Basics" classes and have a good working knowledge of this incredible program, you are ready to move on and explore some of the additional features EmbroideryWorks Advanced has to offer. During this class we will discuss the exclusive functional features from EmbroideryWorks Advanced found under the Utility Menu. These include such features Font Importer, Instant Repeat and MORE!
This class assumes you have already taken the Sew at Home "EmbroideryWorks Basics" Part 1 & Part 2 classes. The basic features may be used in the class exercises but the fine points on how and why are not discussed in this class or handout.
Software Featured: EmbroideryWorks Advanced
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Available
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EmbroideryWorks - Lettering
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April Dunn |
Basic |
There's nothing like a monogram or embroidered phrases to add a "personal touch" to your clothing and other items or to personalize a gift for that special someone. No customizing software program would be complete without including some lettering and EmbroideryWorks includes lots of user friendly lettering options, whether you own the EmbroideryWorks Everyday or Advanced version. EmbroideryWorks comes with fonts allowing you to create: Single-line, Multi-line, Monograms, Circle and Spiral text Join this class and learn how to use the basic lettering features EmbroideryWorks has to offer and we'll have you on your way to fancy lettering and monograms in no time. This class includes lettering features found in both EmbroideryWorks Everyday and EmbroideryWorks Advanced.
You may want to take at least "EmbroideryWorks Basics - Part 1" before taking this class, but it is not required.
Software Featured: EmbroideryWorks Advanced, EmbroideryWorks Everyday
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Available
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*NEW*
LetterWorks III - Monograms
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Monograming is one of the most loved embroidery techniques. That could be because they are quickly created, easily stitched, and add a personal touch wherever they are used. Explore with us the variety of ways to create those special monograms using LetterWorks III.
Software Featured: LetterWorks™ III
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Available
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Crown Jewel - My First Class
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Your shiny new Crown Jewel is all set up on the frame and waiting for you to start quilting and you just are not sure where to start? This class will walk you through getting everything ready to start including loading the quilt onto the frame, winding the bobbin, threading the Crown Jewel, understanding the settings on the LCD screen and even how to adjust the tensions. And at the end of class you will have a class handout with step by step instructions and lots of pictures to use as you set up your quilt so you can start enjoying that beautiful new Crown Jewel.
Products Featured: Jewel (Previous Model), Crown Jewel
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Available
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Crown Jewel - Let's Start Sewing
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
You have loaded fabric on your new quilt frame and the Crown Jewel is threaded up and ready to go. Now what? Learn the differences between Precision and Cruise regulation modes and why you would ever want to sew in Manual mode. Find out why a laser light came with the machine and how to use it with paper pantographs. See how ruler work is accomplished with the Crown Jewel. Understand how stencils can be used to mark quilting patterns on the quilt top. Quilting with your Crown Jewel can be fun, so join us for this class and learn some of the ways you can start sewing.
Products Featured: Jewel (Previous Model), Crown Jewel
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Available
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*NEW*
EmbroideryWorks Basics - Part 2
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April Dunn |
Basic |
The most popular customizing features in embroidery software have come together in EmbroideryWorks-from sizing and density control to basic lettering. EmbroideryWorks comes with the essential tools you'll use daily all bundled into one package. Join us as we pick up where the "EmbroideryWorks Basics - Part 1" leaves off. We will finish covering most of the main features included in both EmbroideryWorks programs.
NOTE: This is one of two EmbroideryWorks "Basics" classes. It is highly suggested you take Part 1 before Part 2.
EmbroideryWorks Advanced owners: It is suggested you take this class before taking for "EmbroideryWorks - After the Basics" class.
Software Featured: EmbroideryWorks Advanced, EmbroideryWorks Everyday
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Available
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*NEW*
Interactive Embroidery - Floral Accents
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Have you ever seen an embroidered vine grow and develop new leaves? If you have not tried the new Floral Accents Interactive Embroidery Collection from Designer's Gallery, you are missing a lot of fun. If you already own the Floral Accents Interactive pack, join us and learn how to use it to the max. If you have not bought this one yet, come see how easy it is to work with the Floral Accents Interactive design pack and you will be amazed at how many designs you will have and at how quickly you can create custom embroidery using the Interactive Embroidery Collections.
Software Featured: Floral Accents™
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Interactive Embroidery - Decor Geometric
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
If you have ever wanted to embellish fabric with subtle embroidery, you will fall in love with the Decor Geometric Interactive Design pack. Learn how to use Wallpaper, Frames and Inner Designs to add texture, color and interest to all of your embroidered sewing projects. You will learn how to work with the elements of this special design pack separately and in various combinations. And discover that the Décor Geometric design pack literally offers you millions of ways to embellish all of your sewing projects.
Software Featured: Décor Interactives™ Embroidery
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Interactive Embroidery - Dining In Lace
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Do you love to embroider free standing lace? Join us for this class and learn how easy it is to create beautiful lace pieces for your table. If you have not tried the new Interactive embroidery collections from Designer's Gallery, you are missing a lot of fun. Come see how easy it is to work with the Interactive collections and you will be amazed at how many designs you will have and at how quickly you can create custom embroidery.
Software Featured: Dining In Lace™
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Available
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*NEW*
Interactive Embroidery - Simply Trims
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Have you ever searched in vain for the perfect trim for a sewing project? Join us for this class and learn how easy it is to create custom trims for all of your sewing projects. If you have not tried the new Interactive embroidery collections from Designer's Gallery, you are missing a lot of fun. Come see how easy it is to work with the Interactive collections and you will be amazed at how many designs you will have and at how quickly you can create custom embroidery.
Software Featured: Simply Trims™
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Available
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*NEW*
Palette 9 - Let's Text
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Learn how to create any type of lettering in Palette 9. You will discover that you can change it up by using the stitch attributes. Add an outline to your lettering, or use just the outline for redwork style lettering. Transform the shape of your lettering and you will have more new looks. Use the Palette fonts or work with True Type Fonts. And learn how to use the Name Drop function in Palette when you need the same embroidery with a whole list of different names.
Software Featured: Palette 9
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Unavailable
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*NEW*
Pro-Stitcher Basics - Part 2
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
In part one of the updated basics class you learned how to navigate the menus of the new updated Pro-Stitcher and how to use the new Area, Skew and Align functions to position and stitch your quilt patterns.
In this class we will look at many of the functions that were not covered in the first class. Learn how to use the digital Ruler, and how to use the various Reposition tools. Know what to do if the thread breaks or the bobbin runs out in the middle of a pattern. Understand how to use the Resizing tools. And see how to use Horizontal and Vertical Channel Lock.
Software Featured: Pro-Stitcher
Products Featured: Crown Jewel
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Available
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*NEW*
Quilter's Creative Touch Basics - Part 1
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
This class will help you get started with the new Quilter's Creative Touch upgrade to the QuiltMotion system. Learn what the options on the new opening menu screen are. And then follow through the new more direct method of selecting a pattern and going straight to quilting. See how to use a Block place to position and size your pattern. You now have a choice when pulling the bobbin thread to use either a manual pull or an automatic pull. Learn how to use both types of bobbin pull at both the beginning and at the ending of a pattern. Learn what stitch settings you can control and how to change those settings to your preferences.
Software Featured: Quilter's Creative Touch for QuiltMotion
Products Featured: Jewel (Previous Model), Crown Jewel
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Available
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*NEW*
Quilter's Creative Touch - Pantograph Quilting
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Lora Kesilis |
Intermediate |
One of the easiest ways to finish a quilt is with pantograph or continuous line quilting. Learn how to set up and stitch this easy type of quilting. Know what patterns work best and how it is placed and stitched. You will see how to use Wrap Rows to create offset rows of pattern, and what the new Flip options are in the Creative Touch software. See how the options in the Optimize screen allow you to understand how the pantograph will stitch and control the stitching process.
Software Featured: Baby Lock Quilter's Creative Touch
Products Featured: Crown Jewel, Jewel
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Available
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*NEW*
Quilter's Creative Touch - PatternCAD Basics
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
PatternCAD will allow you to design your own custom quilting patterns, and PatternCAD is included in your Quilter's Creative Touch Software. Learn how easy it is to create your own unique quilting designs and how even the simplest quilting motif can be manipulated into many different looks. You will be having fun and creating your own unique style of quilting in no time!
Software Featured: Baby Lock Quilter's Creative Touch
Products Featured: Jewel, Crown Jewel
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Available
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*NEW*
Quilter's Creative Touch Basics - Part 2
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Learn how to use a Four Points place for a quilt block that is not square and how to use the same Four Points place for an on-point block. Understand how to use the three different styles of digital rulers. See how easy it is to create, optimize, and stitch a pantograph with multiple patterns and how to place and stitch vertical pantographs. Learn what to do if you run out of bobbin thread in the middle of a pattern. And see how easy it is to record your own free motion patterns so they can be stitched as automated quilting patterns.
Software Featured: Quilter's Creative Touch for QuiltMotion
Products Featured: Jewel, Crown Jewel
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Available
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*NEW*
Quilter's Creative Touch - Sashings and Borders
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Lora Kesilis |
Intermediate |
Learn how to set up a layout for a quilt with sashing between the blocks and borders around the edges. See how to create, optimize and stitch a pantograph in the horizontal sashing. Learn how easy it is to select the patterns needed to create a vertical quilting pattern for the sashings between the blocks. Find out how to optimize, place and stitch those vertical sashings.
And if you need to quilt borders, you will love the information about using the quick border design tools. And of course we will cover how to get those borders quilted.
Software Featured: Baby Lock Quilter's Creative Touch
Product Featured: Crown Jewel, Jewel
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Available
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*NEW*
Quilter's Creative Touch - Design Quilt Layouts
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Lora Kesilis |
Intermediate |
Explore the design possibilities of the layout page in your Quilter's Creative Touch. Learn how to use the selection tools, and how to place, size, flip, rotate, and move your quilt designs on the layout. Discover the wonderful things you can create in the Tools menu including Repeating Patterns, Row Rippling and Triangle Blocks. And learn how to Import purchased patterns into your pattern folder, how to save your quilt layouts, and how to merge blocks to create layouts with blocks of differing sizes.
Software Featured: Baby Lock Quilter's Creative Touch
Products Featured: Crown Jewel, Jewel
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Available
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Exclusively QuiltWorks II
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Do you need help getting a handle on the newer features of QuiltWorks™ II? Come see what new features are in QuiltWorks™ II and how those features will make it faster and easier to create embroidery and quilting designs. Note-this class was formerly called "QuiltWorks™ II - Getting Started with the New Features".
Software Featured: QuiltWorks™ II
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Can't Get Enough of Studio III - Part 1
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April Dunn |
Basic |
You have a bunch of designs and you're confused on how to find them or work with them all at one time. One of the many features of Studio III is embroidery management so it is a must-have for every embroidery design collector! No matter how large your collection grows, this advanced design management software allows you to quickly catalog, cross reference, and instantly find your designs. This class explores all sorts of features of the Studio III catalog from how to create categories through how to print the catalog.
This is one of 4 basic classes that cover the many features offered in Designer's Gallery® Studio III. We recommend taking at least Sew@Home class "Getting Started with Studio III - Part 1" prior to taking this class.
Software Featured: Studio™ III
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Available
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Can't Get Enough of Studio III - Part 2
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April Dunn |
Basic |
So you have some designs and you want to merge them into one scene or combined design, well why not use the Layout feature in Studio III. This class explores the Layout features through a number of exercises and also covers creating a combined Notes file for your new merged design layout.
This is one of 4 basic classes that cover the many features offered in Designer's Gallery® Studio III. We recommend taking at least Sew@Home class "Getting Started with Studio III - Part 1" prior to taking this class.
Software Featured: Studio™ III
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Available
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CustomWorks - The Basics
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April Dunn |
Basic |
Join this class and learn how to merge, edit and customize designs in CustomWorks/CustomWorks™ II. From adding color stops to editing stitches and even distorting designs, CustomWorks/CustomWorks II will allow you to make changes to you designs with just a few easy clicks of the mouse. Also learn how the other Designer's Gallery tool packs work with the CustomWorks platform and are beneficial to aiding editing a breeze.
Software Featured: CustomWorks™, CustomWorks™ II
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CustomWorks II - Beyond the Basics
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April Dunn |
Basic |
Beware! This software and its NEWest features may be addictive. Learn how to use all of the cool additional tools not found in the original CustomWorks program. From using the Navigator window...to creating designs with the Carousel to...to creating crystal templates with the Accent to...or perfect design placement with Place and Stitch...using Scatter to create whole fabric patterns...a software program has never been SEW much fun!
This class will NOT cover the basics, so it is highly recommended that you take "CustomWorks - The Basics" before taking this class.
Software Featured: CustomWorks™ II
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DensityWorks Difference
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April Dunn |
Basic |
We think that Designer's Gallery DensityWorks is an important part of any embroiderer's software library. Join us for this class and see why we feel this way. We will cover all the basic functions of DensityWorks so this is agreat class whether you just got the program, owned it a long time or want to see what it is all about.Exercises include using the program as a stand-alone and as a tool pack.
Software Featured: DensityWorks™
Class Demonstrated Through: Studio™ III, CustomWorks™ II
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HoopWorks Basics
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April Dunn |
Basic |
Do you have a machine with a smaller hoop, but still want to use larger designs-bigger than your maximum embroidery field? Do you have a multi-position hoop and want to know how to break a design to use with it? How about software that automatically breaks a large design for use with a specific hoop? Your software prayers have been answered with the Studio tool pack HoopWorks from Designer's Gallery.
In this class we will run through a number of exercises to explore the features in HoopWorks to split designs. We will discuss how you can use HoopWorks for both multi-position hoops and multi-fabric splitting. We will also discuss how using a template created in CustomWorks or Studio program will help get the design stitched ‘back together´ and look perfect. This class covers the basic features of HoopWorks.
Software Featured: HoopWorks™
Class Demonstrated Through: Studio™ III, CustomWorks™ II
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Available
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Fundamentals of StudioPlus
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April Dunn |
Basic |
Designer's Gallery® StudioPlus is an embroidery management software. This program is a must have for every embroidery design collector!Convert, catalog, and color sort your collection of embroidery designs with ease. Join us for this class and learn all the basics about using the main features in Designer's Gallery StudioPlus including ColorWorks.
Software Featured: StudioPlus™, ColorWorks®
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*UPDATED*
Exploring MasterWorks
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Transform artwork into beautiful embroidery using a multitude of stitch effects and design options to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Accomplish all of this while working on one design page environment! Never before has digitizing been so easy! Software Featured: MasterWorks™ III, MasterWorks™ II, MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ Lite Class Demonstrated Through: MasterWorks™ III
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Getting Started with Studio III - Part 1
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April Dunn |
Basic |
You have an embroidery design and are wondering how you're going to get it ready to stitch? Designer's Gallery Studio III is the latest-greatest version of Studio software. This PART 1 class explores some of the basic features in Studio III to help you get your design ready for your machine and project. This class covers such Studio III features as Creating a Basting file/Creating Notes/Converting file formats (including Batch conversion)...and more. This is one of 4 basic classes that cover the many features offered in Designer's Gallery® Studio III.
Software Featured: Studio™ III
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Available
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Getting Started with Studio III - Part 2
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April Dunn |
Basic |
You have an embroidery design and are wondering how you're going to get it ready to stitch? Designer's Gallery Studio III is the latest-greatest version of Studio software. This PART 2 class explores some of the basic features in Studio III to help you get your design ready for your machine and project. This class covers such Studio III features as Color Sort /Reduce Needle Count/Printing a placement template/various thread color conversion options including using ColorWorks...and more. This is one of 4 basic classes that cover the many features offered in Designer's Gallery® Studio III.
Software Featured: Studio™ III, ColorWorks®
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Available
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Palette 9 - Design Center
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Lora Kesilis |
Intermediate |
Learn how to digitize an embroidery design in the Palette Design Center. Learn what you need to know about selecting artwork to be used in Design Center and see several different images go through the process. Although the class will be taught using Palette version 9, the process in Design Center is the same in earlier versions of Palette so owners of earlier versions can also benefit from this class.
Software Featured: Palette 9
Note-if you own Palette 6, 7, or 8 this class will also apply to your software.
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*UPDATED*
Pro-Stitcher Basics - Part 1
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
The new updated software gives Pro-Stitcher a great new look and makes it even easier to use. Get quilting with your new improved Pro-Stitcher software whether you are new to Pro-Stitcher or an experienced user who just needs to get acquainted with the new software. After taking this class you will know how to select a quilting design, size it to fit your quilt, position it on the quilt top, pull up the bobbin thread, and quilt. You will learn how to create a row of design to sew in a border or sashing. And you will know how to use the new Area, Skew and Align features in the updated software.
Software Featured: Pro-Stitcher
Products Featured: Crown Jewel
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Available
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*UPDATED*
Pro-Stitcher - Art and Stitch Basics
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
The Art and Stitch program that is included with Pro-Stitcher will allow you to design your own custom quilting patterns. This class is an overview of a variety of different methods available for creating quilting motifs in Art and Stitch. You will learn how to create quilt designs using vector art and how to trace a backdrop image. Learn how to convert your embroidery format quilting designs for use with your Pro-Stitcher. Discover that there are Custom Shape quilting designs ready for you to use, and explore the Repeat and Magic Circle tools. And just to top it off, learn how to design and sew a quilting pattern that is larger than the reach of your Crown Jewel. It is all easy with your Baby Lock Pro-Stitcher and Art and Stitch.
Products Featured: Crown Jewel
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Available
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Studio III - What Makes it Different
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April Dunn |
Basic |
Wonder what all the hype is about upgrading to Studio III? This class is an overview that covers all the new and enhanced features in Studio III above what StudioPlus has to offer. Whether you own Studio III already or are just taking a look at the new features, we hope after taking this class you'll be as excited as we are about what this program has to offer. Note, this class includes a list of all features demonstrated and was formerly called "What's New in Studio III".
Software Featured: Studio™ III
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QuiltWorks II - Getting Started
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Learn the basics of working with this unique digitizing program designed specifically for quilters. Learn how easy it is to create Redwork embroidery designs, appliqué designs, quilting motifs, and automatic stippling. You will also learn how to run QuiltWorks as a tool pack through Studio or CustomWorks, and see that you can also run QuiltWorks as a stand-alone program.
Software Featured: QuiltWorks™ II
Class Demonstrated Through: Studio™ III, CustomWorks™ II, StudioPlus™
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QuiltWorks II-Stippling & Sashiko
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April Dunn |
Basic |
QuiltWorks II is a unique Designer's Gallery program in that it has features that focus on quilting type techniques, but done embroidery style. In this class we are going to focus on two of the many features Stippling and Sashiko. Join us to explore these two open stitch techniques the QuiltWorks II way.
Software Featured: QuiltWorks™ II
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MasterWorks A Through Z
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Lora Kesilis |
Basic |
Adding lettering to your embroidery has never been so quick or looked so great. Learn how to use the professionally digitized fonts included in MasterWorks with your embroidery collection for custom looks. See how using Recipes will make it easy to sew on any fabric.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™ III, MasterWorks™ II, MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ Lite
Class Demonstrated Through:MasterWorks™ III
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True Type Font Lettering in MasterWorks
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Lora Kesilis |
Intermediate |
Adding custom lettering to your embroidery has never been so quick or looked so great. In MasterWorks it is easy to create artwork from the True Type font of your choice. The stitch effect of your choice can then be applied to the artwork. Instead of having lettering automatically digitized, you will have complete control of exactly how the letters will be sewn!
Software Featured: MasterWorks™ III, MasterWorks™ II, MasterWorks™
Class Demonstrated Through: MasterWorks™ III
Software Featured: MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ II
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Master the MasterWorks Auto Digitizing Wizard
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Lora Kesilis |
Intermediate |
Learn to control your results when you use the Auto Digitizing wizard. Instead of just clicking "Next", you will learn to use the tools on each page of the Wizard so that when you click "Finish", you will have an embroidery design that is just what you had in mind.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ II, MasterWorks™ Lite
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MasterWorks Column Fills - Part 1
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Lora Kesilis |
Intermediate |
Have you wondered how to work with the column fill stitch effects in MasterWorks? And have you been puzzled by the differences between the nine column fill effects? In this two part class on column fills you will learn what column fill stitch effects can do to give added depth to the colors in your embroidery, and create texture that will make your designs really pop.
Part 1 of this class will cover Column Fill, Jagged Column, Color Blend Column, Gradient Column, and Spiral Column. You will learn how to apply these stitch effects, and how to use inclinations and properties to control the results.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ II
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Working with Vector Artwork
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Advanced |
In this class you will see why MasterWorks has the cutting edge over other home digitizing software. We will work with a vector image in its true form and transform the vector artwork image into an embroidery design. You will get answers to questions you may have about vector artwork vs. bitmap artwork.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ II
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Understanding the Sequence View
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Basic |
In this class you will learn: •How to manipulate the Sequence View Tool
•How different types of artwork appear in the Sequence View
•How to move and/or hide segments
•How the Ghost Tool works in conjunction with the Sequence View
•Many ways to re-sequence segments and other useful tips
Software Featured: MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ II
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Shape is Everything
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Intermediate |
This class is all about mastering the Select and Reform/Shape Tools. You will learn different ways to select objects with the Select and Lasso tools. Master the Reform/Shape tool and all of its components to slice, split, and dig holes and then be well on your way to editing and customizing any artwork. Finish the class by editing a Custom Shape to create a cute picture frame.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ II
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Autodigitizing Photos in MasterWorks
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Lora Kesilis |
Advanced |
This class will cover how to turn photographs into embroidery designs. You will learn to use the Photo Stitch Wizard to create Photo embroidery design. You will also see how you can use the Auto Digitizing Wizard to create embroidery designs from your favorite photos.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™, MasterWorks™ II
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Tips for Successful Scanning
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April Dunn |
Intermediate |
Want to use your own scanned images for creating designs...then this class can help. This theory class discusses ways to successfully scan an image for use in digitizing your own design. We will also discuss how the Auto Artwork Wizard and Backdrop Tool in MasterWorks - MasterWorks II - MasterWorks III function by processing 3 scanned image examples.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™ III, MasterWorks™ II, and MasterWorks
Class Demonstrated Through: MasterWorks™ III
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Working with a Scanned Image
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April Dunn |
Basic |
In this MasterWorks class we will be using a scanned image and creating a cute frame design. The image was scanned under the tips set forth in the class Tips for Successful Scanning class so it can be helpful to have already taken that class first, but NOT absolutely necessary. We will be using such techniques as creating a border, motifs and more.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™ III, MasterWorks™ II, MasterWorks™
Class Demonstrated Through: MasterWorks™ III
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Embroidered Logos with MasterWorks
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Lora Kesilis |
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Learn how to use MasterWorks to meet the special challenges of designing a great embroidered logo. What information should be included in the embroidered design, and what needs to be eliminated? How can you duplicate a distinctive font? How can you handle less than perfect artwork? Join us for this session and see how MasterWorks makes it easy to meet all of these challenges and more.
This class is also available as an OnDemand/recorded class. Click here to see more infomation about OnDemand classes.
Software Featured: MasterWorks™ II, MasterWorks™ II, and MasterWorks
Class Demonstrated Through: MasterWorks™ III
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