Steeped in Tradition: BERNINA V9 Folk Art on Card Stock (Software Skill Builder - Sept 8)

Join us for a fun and creative session using BERNINA Embroidery Software V9! In this class, we’ll take a charming, Scandinavian/Northern Midwest folk-art teapot design and learn how to digitize it specifically for stitching on paper.

We will start by utilizing V9's auto-digitizing tools to effortlessly trace the bold, flat colors of our artwork into foundational shapes. However, stitching on card stock presents a unique challenge—too many needle penetrations in one spot and your paper turns into a leaky tea strainer! To fix this, we will dive into essential manual editing techniques. You'll learn how to take those auto-digitized shapes and tweak them for paper by eliminating underlay, lightening stitch density, adjusting pull compensation, and lengthening stitches to keep your card stock perfectly intact.

By the end of the class, you’ll have a beautifully digitized, heritage-inspired teapot ready to stitch directly onto greeting cards, gift tags, or framed paper art. Come learn how to brew up some beautiful paper embroidery!

Supply list is below and a 20% is available for any necessary supplies after you have registered for class.

No prior embroidery experience required, though basic knowledge of machine operation is helpful. Don't forget to bring your enthusiasm!

Supplies:

You will need to bring:

• • Computer loaded with BERNINA’s V9 Creator or DesignerPlus software. See further computer-related information below.

  • BERNINA Embroidery machine and module, loaded with a straight stitch plate.  Machine should be oiled before coming to class. 

  • Recommended: Gold embroidery bobbin case loaded with embroidery weight bobbin thread

  • Bernina Large Oval or Midi Hoop

  • Embroidery Gold Needle, size 75/11 

  • Presser Foot 26

  • Thread Snips 

  • Scissors 

  • USB Stick to Load Designs Onto

  • Your favorite embroidery tools

Isacord 40 Thread Colors:

• Isacord 0703 Orange Peel

• Isacord 1725 Terra Cotta

• Isacord 3110 Dark Ink

• Isacord 4515 Spruce

• Isacord 5610 Bright Mint

Special Software Note:

• This class is open to students with BERNINA’s V9 DesignerPlus software, or prior versions that contain the Cross Stitch Application.
• Remember to bring your laptop with the software fully installed.  Test ALL software functions, not just opening the program. Don't forget your mouse, mouse pad, and computer power cord.
• Action Required: You must open and fully test your software at home before arriving to class. This is critical because software support will not be available in the classroom, and there is no time in class to install or update the software.
• Any technical difficulties with software installation or functionality need to be resolved in advance.
• Taking the time now to verify everything works properly will save you frustration later and help us dive straight into the exciting curriculum we have planned.
• Bring a notepad and pen/pencil.