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1-2-3 Beginning Ruler Work Quilting Class **Skill Level:** Confident Beginner and Up **Class Focus:** Introduction to Ruler Work Quilting using the **Sew Steady Sampler Template Set 1** **Instructor Deb Ewing** Ready to explore a whole new world of quilting? Join us for this beginner-friendly **1-2-3 Ruler Work Quilting Class** and learn how to quilt beautiful designs with precision — right on your domestic sewing machine! Using the **Sew Steady Sampler Template Set 1**, we’ll guide you step-by-step through the basics of ruler work, including: * Setting up your machine for ruler quilting * Getting comfortable with ruler safety and control * Learning foundational designs like straight lines, curves, circles, and more * Building your confidence to continue creating at home This is a hands-on class, perfect for anyone curious about free-motion ruler quilting but unsure where to start. You’ll leave with completed practice blocks, a solid understanding of how to use the templates, and lots of inspiration for your next project. Let’s stitch something beautiful together — one ruler at a time!

Cost: $ 189.00
We will be closed for the Thanksgiving weekend, Thursday thru Monday. Cynthia's would like the thank all of our wonderful customers for supporting us throughout the years in central Oregon.

In this beginner class, participants will learn to use wheat straw to weave two plaits: the 7-Straw Arrow Plait, and the 4-Straw Compass Plait. These plaits can be woven around a wire core, then bent or twisted, and formed into interesting shapes: hearts, circles, stars, treble clef, etc. The ideas are endless. No prior experience is necessary, and all materials will be furnished by the instructor.

Cost: $ 35.00
You've taken the classes (Ruler Foot, Quilting Feet Basics, or Stencil Quilting) and now its time to quilt one of your quilts! Let's GO!

Cost: $ 25.00
Once mastered, you will be amazed how fast and accurate this method is for applying 1/2" double binding by machine. * Lump less seams * Perfectly mitered corners * Binding stitches are invisible on the front. Machine binding is not meant to take the place of hand stitched binding. A great binding choice for place mats, children's quilts, charity quilts, wall hangings, etc. YOUR CHOICE! Supply list with registration.

Cost: $ 40.00
See-through vinyl bag is perfect for project storage. All items are together and ready for sewing time, a class or travel. Easy viewing for knitting, embroidery and quilt blocks, greeting cards, crafts, treasure bags for children, gifts and more. Have fun with different fabrics and sizes for welcome gifts. Class includes pattern and instructions for 16”x16” bag. Beginning sewing skills: sewing quality craft vinyl, zipper, and binding.

Cost: $ 35.00
Bring your handwork to this club. Anything that you can do with a needle and thread. Cross Stitch, Wool Projects, Hand Quilting and Binding and Embroidery.

Cost: $ FREE
Embroidery Club 2025. join our club leader Karen DeFord for this fun and informative meeting. Different topics will be covered each month designed to enhance your embroidery skills and bring new ideas to the group. Karen brings a unique vision to our group. She does embroidery professionally, has sewn since she was a child and she is one of our machine technicians. Click to see monthly topic.

Cost: $ FREE
Check out the latest from Floriani and the video link below. These classes are free to any Floriani software owner and can be viewed anytime at Floriani. They do a great job of bringing lots of good information on all their programs on their website. Cynthia's of Bend will share and save these videos on our you tube page as well. This class is now a virtual lessons shared via you tube. *CLICK INTO THIS CLASS TO VIEW VIDEO*

Happy New Year quilters! 2025 is here and we look forward to another great year for the Long Arm Club. Lavelle Wallace will continue to lead our group. Each month we focus on various topics.

Cost: $ FREE
Cynthia's of Bend is now making our Event Space available for groups to rent. Our Event Space has tables for up to 16, lecture space for 30, one large cutting station and two ironing stations. Space available for up to 2 hours $50, 2-4 hours $75 and 4+ hours $100. Space available from 10:AM to 4:30PM

Machine Workshop #1 class will teach you the basic fundamentals of threading, bobbin winding, and machine maintenance. This is a great opportunity to learn how to use your machine effectively and efficiently. In this class you will also learn how to use the utility feet for Zigzag, Overcast, Blind Hem, Buttonhole, and Zipper. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sewer, this class will provide a great foundation for using your machine. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills.

Cost: $ 50.00
Machine Workshop 2 you will have the opportunity to learn advanced features of your computerized machine such as programming, elongation, mirror image, alphabet sequencing, memory storage and much more. This workshop is designed to help you make the most of your machine and take your sewing projects to the next level. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user, you will benefit from the practical hands-on experience and expert guidance provided by our trainers. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and unleash your creativity! CLASS SUPPLY LIST: MACHINE IN PROPER WORKING ORDER, POWER CORD, FOOT CONTROL, ALL STANDARD ACCESSORIES, INSTRUCTION BOOK & THREAD. CYNTHIA'S WILL PROVIDE FABRIC.

Cost: $ 50.00
Cynthia's is now the monthly meeting location for the American Sewing Guild local chapter. There are two groups that meet. The Eclectic Threads group is diverse, and our presentations vary, depending on the month, including those applicable to embroidery, garment accessories, quilting, sewing machine techniques and fabric crafting. We focus on techniques that can be applied to any sewn item, and occasionally, we'll do a project-based presentation. We also do sewing for community service organizations. The Eclectic Threads group meets from 10 am until noon on the 3rd Wednesday of each month except July and December. CONTACT INFO FOR ASG ECLECTIC THREADS GROUP - JERRY LINDSTROM EMAIL = sewredmond@gmail.com

Cynthia's is now the monthly meeting location for the American Sewing Guild local chapter. There are two groups that meet. The group encompasses all types of garment sewing and embellishments from coats, jackets, blouses, and pants to leisure wear and lingerie. We sponsor sew-alongs, focusing on a single project for three or four months during the year, interspersed with presentations on Zoom or in person by well-known sewists around the state demonstrating a variety of methods and techniques to help give our finished garments a professional look and fit. We are working on improving the sustainability of our craft by repurposing existing garments and fabrics with the intent of reducing land-fill waste. We do sewing for community service organizations throughout the year. The COGS group meets from 10 am until noon on the 2nd Friday of each month except July and December. CONTACT INFO FOR ASG - JERRY LINDSTROM = sewredmond@gmail.com

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1-2-3 Beginning Ruler Work Class Series

1-2-3 Beginning Ruler Work Quilting Class **Skill Level:** Confident Beginner and Up **Class Focus:** Introduction to Ruler Work Quilting using the **Sew Steady Sampler Template Set 1** **Instructor Deb Ewing** Ready to explore a whole new world of quilting? Join us for this beginner-friendly **1-2-3 Ruler Work Quilting Class** and learn how to quilt beautiful designs with precision — right on your domestic sewing machine! Using the **Sew Steady Sampler Template Set 1**, we’ll guide you step-by-step through the basics of ruler work, including: * Setting up your machine for ruler quilting * Getting comfortable with ruler safety and control * Learning foundational designs like straight lines, curves, circles, and more * Building your confidence to continue creating at home This is a hands-on class, perfect for anyone curious about free-motion ruler quilting but unsure where to start. You’ll leave with completed practice blocks, a solid understanding of how to use the templates, and lots of inspiration for your next project. Let’s stitch something beautiful together — one ruler at a time!

Let's Quilt our Quilts

You've taken the classes (Ruler Foot, Quilting Feet Basics, or Stencil Quilting) and now its time to quilt one of your quilts! Let's GO!

MACHINE WORKSHOP #1

Machine Workshop #1 class will teach you the basic fundamentals of threading, bobbin winding, and machine maintenance. This is a great opportunity to learn how to use your machine effectively and efficiently. In this class you will also learn how to use the utility feet for Zigzag, Overcast, Blind Hem, Buttonhole, and Zipper. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sewer, this class will provide a great foundation for using your machine. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills.

Dec 11
SEW PRECISE, SEW FAST MACHINE BINDING
Dec 12
EVENT SPACE RENTAL
Dec 18
MACHINE WORKSHOP #2