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

Atlas Zipper Pouch Sat, Oct 18, 2025 10:00am - 2:30pm

Description The Atlas Zipper Case is the perfect organizer for small projects, electronics, or crafty supplies. The inside of the case has two slip pockets and three zippered pockets and the entire case closes, like a book, with a three-sided zipper closure. Bring your lunch and join instructor Sara Young for this class where she will share her no-fuss method for installing zippers and teach you tricks for working with vinyl. Please note that this is not a beginner class. This project is best suited for intermediate sewers. Class Fee: $45.00 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:

Couching the Pumpkin Patch Fri, Oct 24, 2025 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Description Join Bernina staff member, Michael, for a fun and festive "Pumpkin Free-Motion Couching" class! Learn how to use yarn and cording with couching techniques on your domestic machine. You'll also discover how to use a twin needle to quickly quilt the background giving your pumpkin project a beautiful, boutique-quality finish. Your class fee includes a curated kit with the top fabric and all the cording variations you'll need. Plus, extra top panels will be exclusively available to participants - perfect if you want to make more pumpkins at home! Come stitch with us, explore new techniques, and see just how much you and your machine can accomplish. Class Fee: $80.00 Instructor: Michael To register for this class, stop by the store or go to our Web Shopping site at: October 24th Class on Our Web Shopping Site Instructor Information:

Serger Club Upcoming Sessions: Thu, Oct 23, 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: 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.

Elodie Wrap Dress Three-Session Class Mon, Jan 5, 2026 6:00pm - 9:00pm Mon, Jan 12, 2026 6:00pm - 9:00pm Mon, Jan 19, 2026 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Description Elodie is a modern take on a classic wrap dress. Romantic and flowy. Elodie features a softly flowing bodice, with release pleats under the bust and a dolman style sleeve. Make this dress in a fall knit and a fun print for a fall ready look! Purchase your Elodie Wrap Dress Pattern at Bernina Sewing Studio. We will be doing View B Long Sleeve + Maxi Skirt. Pattern is available for purchase in the store. Class Fee: $90.00 Instructor: Elisha To register for this class, stop by the store or go to our Web Shopping site at: Our Web Shopping Site Instructor Information:

Sewing 101 Afternoon OR Evening (Five Sessions) Afternoon Thu, Jan 8, 2026 2:00pm - 4:30pm Thu, Jan 15, 2026 2:00pm - 4:30pm Thu, Jan 22, 2026 2:00pm - 4:30pm Thu, Jan 29, 2026 2:00pm - 4:30pm Thu, Feb 5, 2026 2:00pm - 4:30pm Evening Wed, Jan 7, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm Wed, Jan 14, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm Wed, Jan 21, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm Wed, Jan 28, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm Wed, Feb 4, 2026 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 / Jenni Wilkinson To register for this class, stop by the store or go to our Web Shopping site at: Afernoon Afternoon January-February Evening Evening January-February Instructor Information:

Sewing 102 Five Sessions January-February Thu, Jan 8, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm Thu, Jan 15, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm Thu, Jan 22, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm Thu, Jan 29, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm Thu, Feb 5, 2026 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Description Did you enjoy the Sewing 101 Class? Do you already have some basic sewing skills and want to learn more? Then join us for Sewing 102 that will teach you the skills beyond basic beginner projects. 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. Our projects include a lined pouch, a tote bag, and a pair of pajama bottoms. Come join us for some fun and learn these new sewing skills! Class Fee: $175.00 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: January-February January-February on Our Web Shopping Site Instructor Information:

Quarry Tote Sat, Jan 24, 2026 10:30am - 4:30pm

Description he Quarry Tote is a fun new bag pattern by Noodlehead with a circular bottom and lots of options! Make the regular or small size; add a cross-body strap or just stick with handles; use a snap or zipper to close the bag; plus the pattern comes with a bonus pouch pattern you can make on your own (outside of class). Bring your lunch and join instructor Sara Young for this day-long class to expand your bag-making skills. To maximize class time, students will need to cut (and interface, as appropriate) all pieces. Class Fee: $65.00 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: