Unlock Your BERNINA's Full Potential
You didn't just buy a sewing machine—you invested in Swiss precision engineering. Now let's make sure you know how to use every brilliant feature!
Our BERNINA Mastery Series is designed to transform you from button-pusher to confident creator, one skill at a time.
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Purchased your BERNINA from Sew Magarbo? These classes are complimentary for life—because mastering your machine is just as important as owning it. *HOW IT WORKS
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Bought elsewhere? Welcome! You can join any class for the listed fee and become part of the Sew Magarbo family.
🧵 BERNINA Foundations: Sewing Machine Essentials
Part 1: Getting Acquainted (3 hours)
Stop guessing and start sewing with confidence! We'll cover:
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Threading (yes, there's a right way that prevents 90% of problems!)
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Tension demystified—when to adjust and when to leave it alone
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Presser feet 101: Which foot does what, and why it matters
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Stitch selection and customization basics
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Buttonholes that actually look professional
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Essential maintenance to keep your machine purring
Part 2: Level Up Your Skills (2 hours)
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Ready to explore what makes BERNINA special? Let's dive into:
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Advanced stitch techniques and decorative options
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Specialty feet that'll change your sewing life
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Troubleshooting common issues (and uncommon ones!)
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Time-saving features you didn't know existed
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Fabric-specific settings for professional results
Bonus: Open Studio Q&A (3 hours)
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Bring your questions, your projects, and your "why won't this work?!" moments. We'll troubleshoot together in a relaxed, collaborative environment.
Investment:
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Sew Magarbo BERNINA owners: Complimentary
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All others: as listed
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Thinking about buying? Join a Foundations class first! If you purchase a BERNINA from us within 2 weeks, your entire class fee becomes a credit toward your machine.
Two-Part Series | 5 Hours Total
✨ BERNINA Embroidery Unlocked (3 hours)
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That embroidery module isn't just for show—it's your gateway to personalization, monogramming, and creative expression! If you've been intimidated by hoops, stabilizers, and digitized designs, this class is your confidence boost.
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You'll Learn:
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Stabilizer selection (the secret to perfect embroidery)
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Hooping techniques that prevent puckering and shifting
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Navigating your machine's embroidery software
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Design selection, sizing, and placement
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Thread choices and color changes
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Finishing techniques for polished results
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Where to find designs (free and paid sources)
Investment:
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Sew Magarbo BERNINA owners: Complimentary
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All others: as listed
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Thinking about buying? Join a Foundations class first! If you purchase a BERNINA from us within 2 weeks, your entire class fee becomes a credit toward your machine.
âš¡ Serger Confidence Workshop (3 hours)
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Sergers look scary. Four threads? Knives? Differential feed? But once you understand the logic, you'll wonder how you ever sewed without one! This hands-on workshop takes the mystery out of your BERNINA serger.
You'll Master:
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Threading strategies (including the "cheat" methods!)
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Tension adjustments for different fabrics
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Differential feed: your secret weapon against wavy seams and stretched knits
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Blade engagement and when to disengage
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Rolled hems, flatlock, and decorative techniques
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Maintenance and cleaning
Investment:
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Sew Magarbo BERNINA owners: Complimentary
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All others: as listed
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Thinking about buying? Join a Foundations class first! If you purchase a BERNINA from us within 2 weeks, your entire class fee becomes a credit toward your machine.
🎯 BERNINA Project Lab
Monthly Club | 3-Month Commitment
Theory is great, but doing is better! Join our monthly project-based club where we explore different BERNINA features through fun, useful projects. Each month focuses on specific feet, stitches, or techniques—so you'll actually use all those accessories that came in your box.
What You Get:
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3 monthly sessions (3 hours each)
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Small group instruction (max 8 students)
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Hands-on practice with specialty feet and features
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Take-home projects you'll actually use
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A community of fellow BERNINA enthusiasts
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Sew Magarbo BERNINA owners: $199
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All others: as listed
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🔧 BERNINA Troubleshooting Clinic
Drop-In Session | 2 Hours
Got questions? Weird noises? A feature you can't figure out? Join us for an informal, collaborative troubleshooting session. Bring your machine, your questions, and your half-finished projects—we'll figure it out together!
Note: This is a Q&A and demonstration format, not a hands-on sewing class.
Investment:
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Sew Magarbo BERNINA owners: Complimentary
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All others: as listed
Your Complimentary Class Benefits
How It Works for Sew Magarbo BERNINA Owners
As a valued customer, you have lifetime access to our BERNINA Mastery Series at no cost!
Here's how to reserve your spot:
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Register for your class – Select your preferred date and complete registration (a special coupon code exclusive to you was given at time of purchase)
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Confirm 48 hours before – We'll send a reminder; just reply to confirm your attendance
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Attend and enjoy! – Show up ready to learn and master your machine
Can't make it?
No problem! Cancel at least 3 business days before class per our standard cancellation policy. We just ask that you honor your commitment so we can keep class sizes small and give every student the attention they deserve.
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Our Commitment Policy: We understand life happens! However, to ensure our complimentary classes remain available to all customers, repeated no-shows (3 or more) may result in temporary loss of complimentary privileges for 6 months.
After that period, your lifetime benefits are fully restored.
Bernina Class Policies
All BERNINA Mastery Series classes are held at our Ashburn studio.
Please bring your machine, power cord, foot control, and any accessories mentioned in the confirmation email.
We recommend machines from current or recent model years for best instruction, though we'll do our best to support older models.
Registration closes one week prior to class date.
Classes require a minimum of 4 students. See our full class cancellation policy on our website.
What Makes Sew Magarbo's BERNINA Classes Different
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Lifetime Support: When you buy from us, education is included—forever!
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Small Class Sizes: Maximum 8 students means individualized attention
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Certified Expertise: Our instructors are BERNINA-certified technicians
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Skills-First Philosophy: We teach understanding, not just button-pushing
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Welcoming Environment: No question is too basic, no problem too small
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Real-World Application: Learn through projects you'll actually use
This is why buying from Sew Magarbo means more than just getting a machine—it means joining a community committed to your success.
BERNINA Skill Hub is an online platform that offers on-demand courses for sewists to learn more about their BERNINA machine. The courses can supplement the Mastery Classes that are taught in store.
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