Classes
SMBA: Sewing Machine Basics - Adult and Teens Ages 14 and Up
A sewing machine can be a tool that brings you great joy, provided you know how to use it correctly. This hands-on class will give you the opportunity to get more familiar with how to use a sewing machine. We will discuss the additional ingredients like thread and machine needles. We will wind a bobbin, thread the machine, and practice good sewing techniques. This class will cover instruction on both drop-in and front-loading bobbins. This is a great class to take prior to signing up for our other project-based classes, it will give you confidence and you will leave this class feeling like you are the boss of the machine! All supplies will be included. Classroom machines provided. Sat, 1/3, 10 AM - 12N, Wed, 1/21, 6 - 8 PM, Sat, 2/7, 10 AM - 12N, Tues, 2/17, 1 - 3 PM. Additional sessions for March and onward will be added soon!
Cost: $ 60.00
A sewing machine can be a tool that brings you great joy, provided you know how to use it correctly. This hands-on class will give you the opportunity to get more familiar with how to use a sewing machine. We will discuss the additional ingredients like thread and machine needles. We will wind a bobbin, thread the machine, and practice good sewing techniques. This class will cover instruction on both drop-in and front-loading bobbins. This is a great class to take prior to signing up for our other project-based classes, it will give you confidence and you will leave this class feeling like you are the boss of the machine! All supplies will be included. Classroom machines provided. Sat, 1/3, 10 AM - 12N, Wed, 1/21, 6 - 8 PM, Sat, 2/7, 10 AM - 12N, Tues, 2/17, 1 - 3 PM. Additional sessions for March and onward will be added soon!
Cost: $ 60.00
SMBK: Sewing Machine Basics - Kids Ages 8 and Up
If your child is interested in learning to sew, step #1 is learning all about the sewing machine! We will explore the parts of the machine, proper and safe usage, winding bobbins, threading the machine, and basic sewing operations. Our experience is that students that begin with an in-depth lesson on the sewing machine are more successful in our project-based classes - frustrations are eliminated as they have better control over the sewing machine. All supplies will be included. Classroom machines provided. Sat, 1/10, 10 AM - 12N or Wed, 2/18, 1 - 3 PM. Additional sessions for March and onward will be added soon!
Cost: $ 60.00
If your child is interested in learning to sew, step #1 is learning all about the sewing machine! We will explore the parts of the machine, proper and safe usage, winding bobbins, threading the machine, and basic sewing operations. Our experience is that students that begin with an in-depth lesson on the sewing machine are more successful in our project-based classes - frustrations are eliminated as they have better control over the sewing machine. All supplies will be included. Classroom machines provided. Sat, 1/10, 10 AM - 12N or Wed, 2/18, 1 - 3 PM. Additional sessions for March and onward will be added soon!
Cost: $ 60.00
LTSP: Learn To Sew - Pillowcase
Beginner Adults, as well as Teens Ages 14 and up, are welcome to this fun beginner class! Make a pillowcase! We have some great novelty and seasonal fabrics to select from. $50 class fee, supplies are extra, Sat, 1/3, 1 PM - 3 PM or Wed, 2/11, 1 PM - 3 PM
Cost: $ 50.00
Beginner Adults, as well as Teens Ages 14 and up, are welcome to this fun beginner class! Make a pillowcase! We have some great novelty and seasonal fabrics to select from. $50 class fee, supplies are extra, Sat, 1/3, 1 PM - 3 PM or Wed, 2/11, 1 PM - 3 PM
Cost: $ 50.00
LTSPP: Learn To Sew - Perfect Pouch
If you are new to sewing, or you have experience but are looking for a cute project, join us! The pattern offers 3 different sizes - you will complete one in class. These make a great gift. Wed, 1/21, 1 PM - 3 PM, $50.
Cost: $ 50.00
If you are new to sewing, or you have experience but are looking for a cute project, join us! The pattern offers 3 different sizes - you will complete one in class. These make a great gift. Wed, 1/21, 1 PM - 3 PM, $50.
Cost: $ 50.00
IIPV: Introduction to Interleave Piecing Virtual
This is a complex-looking but beginner friendly technique. Join us for this fun virtual class with Heather Kojan leading us on the fun journey. During this class you should be able to complete an 18" x 18" block that will creates an illusion of woven strips. Once you learn the technique, the possibilities are endless.
Cost: $ 50.00
This is a complex-looking but beginner friendly technique. Join us for this fun virtual class with Heather Kojan leading us on the fun journey. During this class you should be able to complete an 18" x 18" block that will creates an illusion of woven strips. Once you learn the technique, the possibilities are endless.
Cost: $ 50.00
MTSF: Meet The Serger Feet!
Learn all about the special accessories available for your BERNINA serger! Take a your through our round robin set-up of specialty feet available for the current models.
Cost: $ 40.00
Learn all about the special accessories available for your BERNINA serger! Take a your through our round robin set-up of specialty feet available for the current models.
Cost: $ 40.00
SQR: Serger Quilting Retreat
Does the name of this class confuse you? If I am a quilter, why would I need a serger? Or maybe you own a serger but have only used it for garment sewing and you are ready to further explore the potentials of quilting with a serger. Get ready to learn some exciting new techniques! Shop machines will be set up for student use, all supplies included. Saturday, Jan 17th, 10 AM - 1 PM
Cost: $ 75.00
Does the name of this class confuse you? If I am a quilter, why would I need a serger? Or maybe you own a serger but have only used it for garment sewing and you are ready to further explore the potentials of quilting with a serger. Get ready to learn some exciting new techniques! Shop machines will be set up for student use, all supplies included. Saturday, Jan 17th, 10 AM - 1 PM
Cost: $ 75.00
EOE26: Embroider On Everything!
Introducing Embroidery on Everything, a monthly course for all BERNINA machines, focused on BERNINA embroidery accessories and popular embroidery techniques. Each lesson will include a video and a handout for you to use as you learn and hone your embroidery skills. A new lesson is released the 15th of each month on the BERNINA Skill Hub. In addition, we will host 4 in-person meetings throughout the year to review the video content, demo techniques in-person, and have some show and tell.
Cost: $ 150.00
Introducing Embroidery on Everything, a monthly course for all BERNINA machines, focused on BERNINA embroidery accessories and popular embroidery techniques. Each lesson will include a video and a handout for you to use as you learn and hone your embroidery skills. A new lesson is released the 15th of each month on the BERNINA Skill Hub. In addition, we will host 4 in-person meetings throughout the year to review the video content, demo techniques in-person, and have some show and tell.
Cost: $ 150.00
P.I.N.S. Community
Join us for a monthly live Zoom get-together! P.I.N.S Community Plus 9x per year...the last Saturday of the month at 9 AM except for June, August and December. We will share with you information about new products, upcoming classes, and sewing education. We want you to share with us your project inspirations and progress. With P.I.N.S. Community membership you will receive special discount codes for new product releases, V.I.P. pricing for sewing machine servicing, sewing machine servicing by appointment, and other special promors throughout the year.
Cost: $ 60.00
Join us for a monthly live Zoom get-together! P.I.N.S Community Plus 9x per year...the last Saturday of the month at 9 AM except for June, August and December. We will share with you information about new products, upcoming classes, and sewing education. We want you to share with us your project inspirations and progress. With P.I.N.S. Community membership you will receive special discount codes for new product releases, V.I.P. pricing for sewing machine servicing, sewing machine servicing by appointment, and other special promors throughout the year.
Cost: $ 60.00
BERNINA Feet Boot Camp Virtual
So many BERNINA presser feet! So many creative things you can do with them! This 8 month series will take you on a journey through all of the possibilities available for you. Not only will you learn what foot to use, you will learn the whys - this will help you further down the road when you explore different creative techniques on your own. BERNINA Feet Boot Camp will be held the first Saturday of every month via Zoom at 9 AM, October through June (no class in May)
Cost: $ 60.00
So many BERNINA presser feet! So many creative things you can do with them! This 8 month series will take you on a journey through all of the possibilities available for you. Not only will you learn what foot to use, you will learn the whys - this will help you further down the road when you explore different creative techniques on your own. BERNINA Feet Boot Camp will be held the first Saturday of every month via Zoom at 9 AM, October through June (no class in May)
Cost: $ 60.00
KSW: Kids Sewing Winter 2025/2026
Afterschool program for students ages 9 and up. A 10-week session. Students can select a project of their choice, with instructor approval, from a variety of project options. All levels of young sewists! Each student will need their own basic tools. Please call or text us at 914-666-0824 for availability.
Cost: $ 250.00
Afterschool program for students ages 9 and up. A 10-week session. Students can select a project of their choice, with instructor approval, from a variety of project options. All levels of young sewists! Each student will need their own basic tools. Please call or text us at 914-666-0824 for availability.
Cost: $ 250.00
SS25: Sewing Studio 2025
This is an open sew studio class, with a teacher available for guidance and assistance. If it's your first time attending, we will help you pick a suitable project from a varied selection of patterns. In addition to access to the instructor, you will also find inspiration from your fellow students! Use our sewing machines, overlocks, and pressing equipment. Bring your project with instructions, basic sewing supplies, and join the fun! Studio sessions run full, if you are interested be sure to put your name on the waitlist and we will do our best to get you into a session.
Cost: $ 90.00
This is an open sew studio class, with a teacher available for guidance and assistance. If it's your first time attending, we will help you pick a suitable project from a varied selection of patterns. In addition to access to the instructor, you will also find inspiration from your fellow students! Use our sewing machines, overlocks, and pressing equipment. Bring your project with instructions, basic sewing supplies, and join the fun! Studio sessions run full, if you are interested be sure to put your name on the waitlist and we will do our best to get you into a session.
Cost: $ 90.00
SS26: Sewing Studio 2026
This is an open sew studio class, with a teacher available for guidance and assistance. If it's your first time attending, we will help you pick a suitable project from a varied selection of patterns. In addition to access to the instructor, you will also find inspiration from your fellow students! Use our sewing machines, overlocks, and pressing equipment. Bring your project with instructions, basic sewing supplies, and join the fun! Studio sessions run full, if you are interested be sure to put your name on the waitlist and we will do our best to get you into a session.
Cost: $ 90.00
This is an open sew studio class, with a teacher available for guidance and assistance. If it's your first time attending, we will help you pick a suitable project from a varied selection of patterns. In addition to access to the instructor, you will also find inspiration from your fellow students! Use our sewing machines, overlocks, and pressing equipment. Bring your project with instructions, basic sewing supplies, and join the fun! Studio sessions run full, if you are interested be sure to put your name on the waitlist and we will do our best to get you into a session.
Cost: $ 90.00
BERNINA Guide Lesson #2 Virtual
Get more familiar with your new BERNINA sewing machine! Lesson #2 is focused on Practical Stitch Applications. Starting, stopping and securing; seams for knit fabrics; blind hem and buttonholes. You will need your sewing machine, the accessories that came with your machine, and a spool of all-purpose thread and bobbin. You can sew along with the instructor during this Zoom class, or you can just watch the class, and then do the actual sewing exercises afterwards at your own pace using the recorded meeting as your guide. This class is a FREE class offered to machines purchased from Pins and Needles or from one of our sub-dealers/BERNINA Classrooms. If you have purchased your machine somewhere else and you need guide lessons, please call or email us for pricing and registration details.
Cost: $ FREE
Get more familiar with your new BERNINA sewing machine! Lesson #2 is focused on Practical Stitch Applications. Starting, stopping and securing; seams for knit fabrics; blind hem and buttonholes. You will need your sewing machine, the accessories that came with your machine, and a spool of all-purpose thread and bobbin. You can sew along with the instructor during this Zoom class, or you can just watch the class, and then do the actual sewing exercises afterwards at your own pace using the recorded meeting as your guide. This class is a FREE class offered to machines purchased from Pins and Needles or from one of our sub-dealers/BERNINA Classrooms. If you have purchased your machine somewhere else and you need guide lessons, please call or email us for pricing and registration details.
Cost: $ FREE
BERNINA Guide Lesson #3 Virtual
Creative stitch applications...using your decorative stitches, programming into memory, functions available to use with decorative stitches...and an intro to free motion quilting. You will need your sewing machine, the accessories that came with your machine, stabilizer (stitch 'n tear), a scrap of batting, and a spool of all-purpose thread and bobbin. You can sew along with the instructor during this Zoom class, or you can just watch the class, and then do the actual sewing exercises afterwards at your own pace using the recorded meeting as your guide. This class is a FREE class offered to machines purchased from Pins and Needles or from one of our sub-dealers/BERNINA Classrooms. If you have purchased your machine somewhere else and you need guide lessons, please call or email us for pricing and registration details.
Cost: $ FREE
Creative stitch applications...using your decorative stitches, programming into memory, functions available to use with decorative stitches...and an intro to free motion quilting. You will need your sewing machine, the accessories that came with your machine, stabilizer (stitch 'n tear), a scrap of batting, and a spool of all-purpose thread and bobbin. You can sew along with the instructor during this Zoom class, or you can just watch the class, and then do the actual sewing exercises afterwards at your own pace using the recorded meeting as your guide. This class is a FREE class offered to machines purchased from Pins and Needles or from one of our sub-dealers/BERNINA Classrooms. If you have purchased your machine somewhere else and you need guide lessons, please call or email us for pricing and registration details.
Cost: $ FREE
BERNINA Guide Lesson #4 Virtual
Get more familiar with your new BERNINA sewing machine! Lesson #4 is designed for all the special features of the new 4 series, Next Gen 5 series, and 7 series machines. This class is about features and functions, so we recommend you set yourself up in front of your machine so you can explore the icons on the touch screen along with the instructor. This class is a FREE class offered to machines purchased from Pins and Needles or from one of our sub-dealers/BERNINA Classrooms. If you have purchased your machine somewhere else and you need guide lessons, please call or email us for pricing and registration details.
Cost: $ FREE
Get more familiar with your new BERNINA sewing machine! Lesson #4 is designed for all the special features of the new 4 series, Next Gen 5 series, and 7 series machines. This class is about features and functions, so we recommend you set yourself up in front of your machine so you can explore the icons on the touch screen along with the instructor. This class is a FREE class offered to machines purchased from Pins and Needles or from one of our sub-dealers/BERNINA Classrooms. If you have purchased your machine somewhere else and you need guide lessons, please call or email us for pricing and registration details.
Cost: $ FREE