Class Information
***NEW CLASSROOM INFORMATION**
All classes are now held in our new classroom located across the parking lot from the main store, next to the Animal Hospital. Classroom will be open 15 minutes prior to start time of class. We offer a 20% discount on notion, accessory & class supplies on class day!
Registration for any class can be done directly online, simply click thru the class description to register.
OR Call 541-383-1999 to register for classes. Many of our classes are FREE to customers that have purchased their machines from Cynthia's. A $5-$10 deposit will be required to hold your place in some classes, this deposit will be refunded to you at class time. All other classes require payment in full to hold your place in class. Refunds for class fees will be honored up to 3 days prior to class. * Refund policy may vary based on individual teacher, or major event.
Classes
BEGINNING RULER WORK
Join Deb Ewing for the informative introduction to yo Ruler Work with your domestic machine. She will cover the topics below and more: Setting up your machine for Ruler Foot Quilting Why, when, and how to adjust the Ruler Foot Discussing the differences between various Rulers and Templates and their uses Using the Speed Control and foot pedal to ?regulate? your speed for more even stitches How to sit and hold the fabric and ruler at the same time as you quilt Practicing stitching straight lines and curves with the Arc Ruler
Cost: $ 25.00
Join Deb Ewing for the informative introduction to yo Ruler Work with your domestic machine. She will cover the topics below and more: Setting up your machine for Ruler Foot Quilting Why, when, and how to adjust the Ruler Foot Discussing the differences between various Rulers and Templates and their uses Using the Speed Control and foot pedal to ?regulate? your speed for more even stitches How to sit and hold the fabric and ruler at the same time as you quilt Practicing stitching straight lines and curves with the Arc Ruler
Cost: $ 25.00
EMBROIDERY WORKSHOP
BASIC FUNDAMENTAL TIPS AND TECHNIQUES ARE COVERED IN THIS CLASS FOR YOUR NEW EMBROIDERY MACHINE. LEARN ABOUT STABILIZER, HOOPING, POSITIONING AND MORE. THIS IS A HANDS ON CLASS, BRING MACHINE, EMBROIDERY UNIT, EMBROIDERY FOOT, BOBBIN THREAD & 2 COLORS OF THREAD, 5X7 OR 6X8 HOOP. CYNTHIA'S PROVIDES FABRIC AND STABILIZER
Cost: $ 50.00
BASIC FUNDAMENTAL TIPS AND TECHNIQUES ARE COVERED IN THIS CLASS FOR YOUR NEW EMBROIDERY MACHINE. LEARN ABOUT STABILIZER, HOOPING, POSITIONING AND MORE. THIS IS A HANDS ON CLASS, BRING MACHINE, EMBROIDERY UNIT, EMBROIDERY FOOT, BOBBIN THREAD & 2 COLORS OF THREAD, 5X7 OR 6X8 HOOP. CYNTHIA'S PROVIDES FABRIC AND STABILIZER
Cost: $ 50.00
FLORIANI & PICKLE PIE DESIGNS - TIPS, TRICKS AND TREATS
We are excited to announce our upcoming embroidery project class featuring Floriani Embroidery & Pickle Pie Designs. This class is perfect for anyone who loves Halloween and wants to create some super cute in-the-hoop designs. In this class, you will learn new embroidery techniques and get to experiment with different materials. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced embroiderer, this class is perfect for you. So come and join us for a fun and creative class. We can't wait to see what spooky creations you come up with!
Cost: $ 119.99
We are excited to announce our upcoming embroidery project class featuring Floriani Embroidery & Pickle Pie Designs. This class is perfect for anyone who loves Halloween and wants to create some super cute in-the-hoop designs. In this class, you will learn new embroidery techniques and get to experiment with different materials. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced embroiderer, this class is perfect for you. So come and join us for a fun and creative class. We can't wait to see what spooky creations you come up with!
Cost: $ 119.99
ROPE BASKETS with EMBROIDERY
Join Sandy Combs for a fun filled and creative class covering how to construct and embroider a rope basket of your own design. The class will show you how to construct a rope canvas for your embroidery design, how to add the embroidery directly onto that rope canvas, then explore finishing options and techniques. You'll cover the canvas construction and embroidery on day one, then basket construction and finishing on day two. Bet you can't make just one.
Cost: $ 35.00
Join Sandy Combs for a fun filled and creative class covering how to construct and embroider a rope basket of your own design. The class will show you how to construct a rope canvas for your embroidery design, how to add the embroidery directly onto that rope canvas, then explore finishing options and techniques. You'll cover the canvas construction and embroidery on day one, then basket construction and finishing on day two. Bet you can't make just one.
Cost: $ 35.00
RULER WORK FEATHER BORDERS
Now that you have experienced the beginning ruler work, expand your skills with the Feather Border class. Deb will teach how to use the 4-peice feather kit to create beautiful feather borders on any size quilt.
Cost: $ 25.00
Now that you have experienced the beginning ruler work, expand your skills with the Feather Border class. Deb will teach how to use the 4-peice feather kit to create beautiful feather borders on any size quilt.
Cost: $ 25.00
RULER WORK WINDING WAYS
Would you like to be able to quilt an entire quilt on your domestic machine with a basic meander pattern? The Winding Ways template used with a ruler foot makes this so do-able and looks so beautiful when it is completed! And it's fast once you learn how to use it! We'll go over how to use the template, including ways to offset the template so the quilted pattern looks more organic than "canned" - AND what to do when you have more template than fabric at the end of a row. You're going to LOVE working with this template and what you can do with it! Prerequisites: Basic Ruler Work class
Cost: $ 25.00
Would you like to be able to quilt an entire quilt on your domestic machine with a basic meander pattern? The Winding Ways template used with a ruler foot makes this so do-able and looks so beautiful when it is completed! And it's fast once you learn how to use it! We'll go over how to use the template, including ways to offset the template so the quilted pattern looks more organic than "canned" - AND what to do when you have more template than fabric at the end of a row. You're going to LOVE working with this template and what you can do with it! Prerequisites: Basic Ruler Work class
Cost: $ 25.00
SERGER JACKET WITH DECORATIVE STITCH
This hands on serger class will focus on using decorative 3 thread stitching around the edge of the jacket. This creates a super fast and great looking finished edge. Supply list: Kwik Sew pattern#K3977 Thread, 4 spools matching serger thread, 2 spools of heavy decorative thread. (We have Madeira Inspirations & Metallic serger threads in stock) Scissors, fray block, Serger in good working order. Fabric cut and ready to sew per pattern. Suggested fabric: fleece or boiled wool.
Cost: $ 25.00
This hands on serger class will focus on using decorative 3 thread stitching around the edge of the jacket. This creates a super fast and great looking finished edge. Supply list: Kwik Sew pattern#K3977 Thread, 4 spools matching serger thread, 2 spools of heavy decorative thread. (We have Madeira Inspirations & Metallic serger threads in stock) Scissors, fray block, Serger in good working order. Fabric cut and ready to sew per pattern. Suggested fabric: fleece or boiled wool.
Cost: $ 25.00
SEW MUCH FUN - OPEN SEWING
SEW MUCH FUN - OPEN SEW. NEED A LITTLE TIME TO FINISH A PROJECT JOIN US FOR OPEN SEW. BRING YOUR MACHINE AND ANY UNFINISHED PROJECTS YOU HAVE. COME FOR ALL OR ANY PART OF THE SESSION. GET A LITTLE HELP OR GIVE YOURSELF SOME FUN SEWING TIME. GREAT WAY TO FINISH THOSE UFO'S! EMBROIDERY OR REGULAR SEWING.
Cost: $ 10.00
SEW MUCH FUN - OPEN SEW. NEED A LITTLE TIME TO FINISH A PROJECT JOIN US FOR OPEN SEW. BRING YOUR MACHINE AND ANY UNFINISHED PROJECTS YOU HAVE. COME FOR ALL OR ANY PART OF THE SESSION. GET A LITTLE HELP OR GIVE YOURSELF SOME FUN SEWING TIME. GREAT WAY TO FINISH THOSE UFO'S! EMBROIDERY OR REGULAR SEWING.
Cost: $ 10.00
FLORIANI SOFTWARE CLUB
Cynthia's is happy to announce that we are starting our Floriani Software Club again. Join our new instructor Kat Fehr for this fun and informative meeting. Each class will be split into a beginning & advanced topics. This will be hands on, bring your laptop with the most recent software version installed.
Cost: $ FREE
Cynthia's is happy to announce that we are starting our Floriani Software Club again. Join our new instructor Kat Fehr for this fun and informative meeting. Each class will be split into a beginning & advanced topics. This will be hands on, bring your laptop with the most recent software version installed.
Cost: $ FREE
Van ACCESSIBLE - STITCH CLUB
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
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
11/20 CRAFTR'S STITCH RETREAT
Hey fellow stitchers, the 1120 CRAFTER'S are beyond excited to announce our 2nd all-day cross stitch retreat happening on November 18th, 2023. Get ready for a day full of creativity, laughter, and bonding with fellow stitchers. Our retreat will feature exclusive original designs, amazing prizes, and delicious lunch and snacks to keep you going all day long. Trust us, you won't want to miss out on this epic celebration of all things stitching! So grab your needles and floss, and come join us for a day of pure joy and fun. See you there!
Cost: $ 90.00
Hey fellow stitchers, the 1120 CRAFTER'S are beyond excited to announce our 2nd all-day cross stitch retreat happening on November 18th, 2023. Get ready for a day full of creativity, laughter, and bonding with fellow stitchers. Our retreat will feature exclusive original designs, amazing prizes, and delicious lunch and snacks to keep you going all day long. Trust us, you won't want to miss out on this epic celebration of all things stitching! So grab your needles and floss, and come join us for a day of pure joy and fun. See you there!
Cost: $ 90.00
CENTRAL OREGON SHOP HOP
JOIN US FOR FUN AND PRIZES FOR THE 2023 CENTRAL OREGON SHOP HOP. PARTICIPATING STORES INCLUDE. CYNTHIA'S OF BEND, HOMESTEAD QUILTS & GALLERY, LAPINE SEW DEE-LITEFUL QUILT SHOP, MADRAS THE QUILT BASKET, BEND THE QUILT SHACK, PRINEVILLE ANVIL SEWING, BEND
Cost: $ FREE
JOIN US FOR FUN AND PRIZES FOR THE 2023 CENTRAL OREGON SHOP HOP. PARTICIPATING STORES INCLUDE. CYNTHIA'S OF BEND, HOMESTEAD QUILTS & GALLERY, LAPINE SEW DEE-LITEFUL QUILT SHOP, MADRAS THE QUILT BASKET, BEND THE QUILT SHACK, PRINEVILLE ANVIL SEWING, BEND
Cost: $ FREE
EVENT SPACE RENTAL
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 $40, 2-4 hours $60 and 4+ hours $80. Space available from 10:AM to 4:30PM
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 $40, 2-4 hours $60 and 4+ hours $80. Space available from 10:AM to 4:30PM
JANOME APPLICATIONS CLASS
This class is designed to explore the "Applications Mode" on your Janome Machine. Learn to use these preset functions to your advantage. Whether it's free motion quilting, applique or basting, the Application Mode will help you more quicky set up your machine to achieve great results. Application mode in these machines:MC9400/9450, MC15000/14000/12000, M7, M17, SKYLINE S7/S9.
Cost: $ FREE - $ 50.00
This class is designed to explore the "Applications Mode" on your Janome Machine. Learn to use these preset functions to your advantage. Whether it's free motion quilting, applique or basting, the Application Mode will help you more quicky set up your machine to achieve great results. Application mode in these machines:MC9400/9450, MC15000/14000/12000, M7, M17, SKYLINE S7/S9.
Cost: $ FREE - $ 50.00
MACHINE WORKSHOP #1
INTRODUCTION TO YOUR MACHINE. LEARN THE BASIC FUNDAMENTALS OF THREADING, BOBBIN WINDING & BASIC MAINTENANCE. UTILITY FOOT USAGE FOR OVERCAST, BLIND HEM, BUTTONHOLE & ZIPPER WILL BE COVERED AS WELL. THIS IS A GREAT FOUNDATION CLASS FOR ANY MACHINE. CLASS SUPPLY LIST: MACHINE IN PROPER WORKING ORDER, POWER CORD, FOOT CONTROL, ALL STANDARD ACCESSORIES, INSTRUCTION BOOK & THREAD. CYNTHIA'S WILL PROVIDE FABRIC.
Cost: $ FREE - $ 50.00
INTRODUCTION TO YOUR MACHINE. LEARN THE BASIC FUNDAMENTALS OF THREADING, BOBBIN WINDING & BASIC MAINTENANCE. UTILITY FOOT USAGE FOR OVERCAST, BLIND HEM, BUTTONHOLE & ZIPPER WILL BE COVERED AS WELL. THIS IS A GREAT FOUNDATION CLASS FOR ANY MACHINE. CLASS SUPPLY LIST: MACHINE IN PROPER WORKING ORDER, POWER CORD, FOOT CONTROL, ALL STANDARD ACCESSORIES, INSTRUCTION BOOK & THREAD. CYNTHIA'S WILL PROVIDE FABRIC.
Cost: $ FREE - $ 50.00
MACHINE WORKSHOP #2
COMPUTER MACHINE WORKSHOP. LEARN ADVANCED FEATURES OF YOUR COMPUTERIZED MACHINE. PROGRAMMING, ELONGATION, MIRROR IMAGE, ALPHABET SEQUENCING, MEMORY STORAGE AND MUCH MORE. CLASS SUPPLY LIST: MACHINE IN PROPER WORKING ORDER, POWER CORD, FOOT CONTROL, ALL STANDARD ACCESSORIES, INSTRUCTION BOOK & THREAD. CYNTHIA'S WILL PROVIDE FABRIC.
Cost: $ FREE - $ 50.00
COMPUTER MACHINE WORKSHOP. LEARN ADVANCED FEATURES OF YOUR COMPUTERIZED MACHINE. PROGRAMMING, ELONGATION, MIRROR IMAGE, ALPHABET SEQUENCING, MEMORY STORAGE AND MUCH MORE. CLASS SUPPLY LIST: MACHINE IN PROPER WORKING ORDER, POWER CORD, FOOT CONTROL, ALL STANDARD ACCESSORIES, INSTRUCTION BOOK & THREAD. CYNTHIA'S WILL PROVIDE FABRIC.
Cost: $ FREE - $ 50.00
SCAN 'N' CUT WORKSHOP #1
Get started on the right foot with your new scan n cut. Learn several tips and tricks to cutting various materials. We will focus on setting the proper blade settings, using the test cutting feature and positioning your cut out, and introduce you to the online Canvas program. supplies: bring your scan n cut and all standard supplies. Cynthia's will provide fabrics and materials to cut.
Cost: $ 25.00
Get started on the right foot with your new scan n cut. Learn several tips and tricks to cutting various materials. We will focus on setting the proper blade settings, using the test cutting feature and positioning your cut out, and introduce you to the online Canvas program. supplies: bring your scan n cut and all standard supplies. Cynthia's will provide fabrics and materials to cut.
Cost: $ 25.00
SERGER WORKSHOP #1
EXPLORE THE BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR SERGER. WE WILL COVER THREADING, TENSION ADJUSTMENTS FOR A VARIETY OF FABRICS, BASIC SERGING TECHNIQUES. LOCKING THREADS, INSIDE & OUTSIDE CORNERS, USING DIFFERENTIAL FEED.
Cost: $ FREE - $ 50.00
EXPLORE THE BASIC FUNCTIONS OF YOUR SERGER. WE WILL COVER THREADING, TENSION ADJUSTMENTS FOR A VARIETY OF FABRICS, BASIC SERGING TECHNIQUES. LOCKING THREADS, INSIDE & OUTSIDE CORNERS, USING DIFFERENTIAL FEED.
Cost: $ FREE - $ 50.00
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD MEETING - CENTRAL OREGON GARMENT SEWISTS
Cynthia's is now the monthly meeting location for the American Sewing Guild local chapter. There are two groups that meet. The COGS 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 2 nd Friday of each month except July and December. CONTACT INFO FOR ASG - SANDY COMBS, sandycombs423@gmail.com
Cynthia's is now the monthly meeting location for the American Sewing Guild local chapter. There are two groups that meet. The COGS 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 2 nd Friday of each month except July and December. CONTACT INFO FOR ASG - SANDY COMBS, sandycombs423@gmail.com
AMERICAN SEWING GUILD MEETING - ECLECTIC THREADS
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 - KAY MURAOKA asgkaysews@gmail.com
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 - KAY MURAOKA asgkaysews@gmail.com
Calendar
CENTRAL OREGON SHOP HOP
JOIN US FOR FUN AND PRIZES FOR THE 2023 CENTRAL OREGON SHOP HOP. PARTICIPATING STORES INCLUDE. CYNTHIA'S OF BEND, HOMESTEAD QUILTS & GALLERY, LAPINE SEW DEE-LITEFUL QUILT SHOP, MADRAS THE QUILT BASKET, BEND THE QUILT SHACK, PRINEVILLE ANVIL SEWING, BEND
CENTRAL OREGON SHOP HOP
JOIN US FOR FUN AND PRIZES FOR THE 2023 CENTRAL OREGON SHOP HOP. PARTICIPATING STORES INCLUDE. CYNTHIA'S OF BEND, HOMESTEAD QUILTS & GALLERY, LAPINE SEW DEE-LITEFUL QUILT SHOP, MADRAS THE QUILT BASKET, BEND THE QUILT SHACK, PRINEVILLE ANVIL SEWING, BEND
EVENT SPACE RENTAL
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 $40, 2-4 hours $60 and 4+ hours $80. Space available from 10:AM to 4:30PM