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SUMMARY:Bernina Academy
DESCRIPTION:What is Bernina Academy?\nBernina Academy is a six-month program for Bernina machine owners who want to get the most out of their investment.  You will join Kathy once a month to create a small project that uses the advanced techniques and value-added features of your Bernina.  There will be some homework each month\, so you can finish your small project and continue to use your new knowledge. \n\nWhat will you learn?\n\nHow to use your feature-rich machine\nHow to make your machine work for you\nWhat is total stitch control\nWhat is that second hole in your stitch plate\nWhat feet are best for which job\nHow to use the other 70 to 80 percent of your machine\n\n\nWhen are the class times?\nThere are two sessions on the last Monday of every month. Pick your desired time slot in the ticket reservation below.  Spaces are limited! \n\n\n\n\n\nDaytime Class: 2:00pm-4:30pm\nEvening Class: 6:00-8:30pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisites:\n\nBernina Academy is available for every skill level.\nYou must own a Bernina machine\nBernina Academy is not limited to any specific Bernina models.\n\n\nWhat is included in the cost?\nYour class registration fee ($240+ taxes for full 6 months) includes: \n\n\n\n\n\nYour monthly instruction\nProject handout and technique demonstration\nProject supplies are not included.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy Choose Bernina Academy?\nDon’t let your machine sit idle. Whether you own a 3-series or the top-of-the-line 8-series\, this Bernina Mastery Class provides the technical “know-how” to tackle any project with ease. \n\n \n 
URL:https://makersavvy.ca/class/bernina-academy-7/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Beginner,Classes,Sewing
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SUMMARY:Toe-Up Cast Ons Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Toe-Up Cast-Ons Workshop\n\nDescription \nDo toe-up cast-on methods mystify you? Have you tried one and had trouble? In this workshop\, Amanda will walk you through multiple toe-up cast-on methods so you can choose your favourite. By the end of the class\, you’ll know three ways to start your sock toes and how to troubleshoot them. \nWhat You Will Learn\n\n\n\n\n\nFigure 8 Cast On: A simple method to get yarn on your needles and dive into knitting a toe. It’s easy to memorize so you can pick up your needles and go.\nTurkish Cast On: Another extremely simple method of casting on that is both very easy and very loose. Amanda will show you how to make it pretty.\nJudy’s Magic Cast On (JMCO): A little more complex to start\, but then beautiful and needing no tweaking. Learn a few tricks to make it manageable.\nHow to read your knitting and recognize when a stitch needs to be worked through the back loop.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClass Details\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time: \n\nJuly 14\, 2026 | 2 time slots available\n\n@2:00-4:00pm\n@6:00-8:00pm\n\n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nMaker Savvy Classroom\n\n\nSkill Level: Intermediate\n\nIf you’re already comfortable with the basic knitting stitches using a different knitting method and you’d like to expand your skills\, this class is for you.\n\n\nInstructor & Qualifications:\n\nAmanda Schwabe is a sock pattern designer and has been teaching knitting classes for over a decade. She likes knitting socks from the toes up\, from the top down\, and sometimes even sideways.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Information & Preparation\n\nPre-Class Prep: Bring your sock yarn wound into a ball (if necessary) and ready to knit.\n\nRegistration
URL:https://makersavvy.ca/class/toe-up-cast-ons-workshop/
LOCATION:Maker Savvy\, 462 Hazeldean Road\, Kanata\, Ontario\, K2L 1V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes,Knitting and Crochet
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SUMMARY:Rhapsody - Block of the Month
DESCRIPTION:Description \nThe Rhapsody Block of the Month is an exciting program full of creative and skill-building opportunities\, designed to explore colour and appliqué with Anna Maria. The Rhapsody collection of fabrics was developed specifically for this quilt\, making the appliqué cutting process feel intuitive and natural. The pattern is divided into five parts and will provide detailed fabric cutting guidance\, along with applique methods suitable for both hand and machine work.\n\nThe pattern is fully comprehensive and includes two templates—but that’s not all! To give you extra confidence\, Anna Maria is providing BOM participants with a free monthly video packed with key techniques and insider insights!\n\nWhat Makes This Event Special?\nThis is a passion project from A.M.T (Anna Maria Textiles)\, sharing her love of quilting and flowers. Join us for her very first block of the month program! A traditional 9-patch quilt also featuring quarter square triangles\, The Rhapsody pattern will also guide applique\, whether by hand or machine! \n\nClass Details\n\n\n\n\n\nDate & Time: \n\nMaker Savvy watch parties will take place each month – dates and times TBD\n\nKits Ship | July 2026\n\n\nBlock of the Month Starts | September 2026\n\n\n\nLocation:\n\nMaker Savvy classroom for monthly watch parties – date and times TBD\nMonthly video tutorials with Anna Maria on YouTube\n\n\nSkill Level: Confident Beginner\nInstructor & Qualifications:\n\nAnna Maria Parry – She is a celebrated designer with over 20 years in the textile industry and even more as an artist\,  maker\, and shop owner. Renowned worldwide for her vibrant patterns\, she brings both her signature style and seasoned expertise to her role as Design Director at Anna Maria Textiles.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Information & Preparation\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat’s Included in Registration:\n\nKit – includes over 17 yards of fabric for the quilt top and binding\nPattern\nTemplates\n\n\nOther Information:\n\nFinished quilt size: 72″ x 84″\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrice & Payment Plan\nMaker Savvy is offering an Earlybird Special if you pay before June 15th! We will also be offering this as monthly instalments if a payment plan is more convenient for you! \n\n\n\n\n\nEarlybird Special *before July 16th  | $400\nFull Price | *after July 16th | $450\n5 Monthly Installments | $99.95\n\n\n\n\n\n5-Month Block Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nMonth 1 \n\n(1) Large Vase\n(4) Small Vases\n(9) 9-Patch Blocks\n\n\nMonth 2\n\n(1) Large Vase\n(2) Medium Vases\n(1) Small Vase\n(3) 9-Patch Blocks\n(14) 1/4 Square Triangles\n\n\nMonth 3 \n\n(1) Large Vase\n(1) Medium Vases\n(2) Small Vase\n(2) 9-Patch Blocks\n(10) 1/4 Square Triangles\n\n\nMonth 4 \n\n(1) Large Vase\n(2) Medium Vases\n(1) Small Vase\n(11) 1/4 Square Triangles\n\n\nMonth 5\n\n(1) Large Vase\n(2) Small Vase\n(6) 9-Patch Blocks\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://makersavvy.ca/class/rhapsody-block-of-the-month/
LOCATION:Maker Savvy\, 462 Hazeldean Road\, Kanata\, Ontario\, K2L 1V3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Classes,Quilting,Special Events
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