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Mel's Sewing & Fabric Center Baby Lock Instructional Classes

At Mel’s, we are committed to quality products and quality service. When you purchase your new or used Baby Lock from our stores, you will receive complimentary instructional classes taught by trained and experienced Baby Lock teachers.

Below you will find the list of classes that we offer. Please select your model below for a current list of classes.
However, class space is limited, so please call our stores to sign up for the class that you are interested in attending.

Anaheim (714) 774-3460
Tustin (714) 669-0583

Embroidery Professional Discussion
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Models: BMP10, BMP9
Instructor: Dee Degitz



Anaheim
No classes currently scheduled

Tustin

No classes currently scheduled



We will start the morning with hoop, stabilizing and alignment of designs. We will continue with editing in the machine and then have a group discussion on the business part of embroidery. DO NOT bring your machine. Paper and pens along with specific questions are recommended.

Jewel & Crown Instructional Class
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Instructor: Linda Huhta

Anaheim
No classes currently scheduled



Tustin
No classes currently scheduled


Learn how you can get started machine quilting on your wonderful longarm quilting machine. We will discuss how to attach the leaders and the easy way to load your quilt. The importance of keeping your table and machine clean. Thread, needles and batting will be discussed. Bring your questions. Also bring a notebook and pencil for notes and drawing.

Supply List Coming Soon!

Masterworks Software Instructional Class
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Anaheim
No classes currently scheduled

Tustin

No classes currently scheduled



We will experience the advanced innovative digitizing opportunities through the Master Works embroidery program. Week one will be an overview of the workspace, setting up the workspace and the use of some basic tools. Week two we will explore some of the other convenient and unique tools available through Masterworks.

Supply List:
1. Laptop computer with program loaded
2. Battery backup cable and external mouse
3. Pen and paper for note taking
4. Specific questions about projects that you have attempted


Quilt Motion Software Basics
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Instructor: Linda Huhta

Anaheim
No classes currently scheduled



Tustin
No classes currently scheduled


Learn how to get started using this incredible software to help you quilt perfectly. Bring your laptop with software installed. Notebook and pencil for note taking.

Supply List Coming Soon!

Baby Lock Serger Instructional Class
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Models: BLE8W-2, BLE8W, BLE3ATW-2, BLE3ATW, BLE1AT-2, BLE1AT, BLE1DX-2
BLE1DX, BLE1SX-2, BLE1SX
Instructor: Dee Degitz

Anaheim
Part #1 - Thursday, February 2, 10:00 - 1:00
Part #2 - Thursday, February 9, 10:00 - 1:00
Part #3 - Thursday, February 23, 10:00 - 1:00




Tustin
Part #1 - Saturday, January 14, 10:30 - 1:30
Part #2 - Saturday, January 21, 10:30 - 1:30
Part #3 - Saturday, January 28, 10:30 - 1:30



Part #1 - Friday, March 9, 10:30 - 1:30
Part #2 - Friday, March 16, 10:30 - 1:30
Part #3 - Friday, March 23, 10:30 - 1:30


Class 1:
In this first class, we will explore the parts of the Serger, maintenance of your machine, threading of the Serger and basic Serger sewing techniques.

Class 2:
In the 2nd class, we will explore Serger sewing techniques using the basic feet with different fabrics and threads.

Class 3
In the last class, we will learn further Serger sewing using the differential, threading and Serger sewing using the cover, chain, wave and combined stitches, the basic feet and some specialty feet that use these stitches and techniques.


Supply List:
1. Machine in good working order with foot controller and electrical cord
2. Size 80/12 and/or 90/14 needles (ELx705CF). You can wait until the first class before purchasing the needles.
3. 4 spools of Metracor Serger thread. One each of red, yellow, blue and green.
4. Spool of Wooly Nylon and a spool or two of Pearl Crown Rayon (any color), you can purchase these here at the store at class.
5. ¼ yard ½
wide polyester lace (class 2)
6. Instruction Book
7. Quick reference guide



Sewing with Embroidery Instructional Class
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Models: Ellisimo-BLSO, Ellegante-BLG, Ellageo-BLL & Ellageo 2-BLL2, Esante-BLN, Ellure Plus-BLR2 & BLR3, Ellure-BLR, Espire-BLSR, Emore-BLMR
(Customers with the Espire will attend part 1 & 2 only and customers with the Emore will attend only part 3)

Instructor: Dee Degitz



Anaheim
Part #1 - Thursday, January 5, 10:00 - 2:00
Part #2 - Thursday, January 12, 10:00 - 2:00
Part #3 - Thursday, January 16, 10:00 - 4:00 (embroidery only)

Tustin

Part #1 - Friday, February 3, 10:30 - 2:30
Part #2 - Friday, February 10, 10:30 - 2:30
Part #3 - Friday, February 17, 10:30 - 4:30 (embroidery only)


Class 1:
Basic functions of the machine, and basic stitches

Supply List:
1. Machine
2. Foot Controller
3. Knee Lift
4. Electrical Cord
5. All accessories, EXCEPT the embroidery unit
6.One spool each of pink Mettler thread and Jeans thread
7. Size 80/12 universal needle
8. Size 100/16 jeans needle
9. Sewing scissors

Class 2:
Decorative stitches and adjustments, memory functions and quilting

Supply List:
1. Machine
2. Foot Controller
3. Knee Lift
4. Electrical Cord
5. All accessories, EXCEPT the embroidery unit
6. One Twin Needle
7. Two similar colors of Mettler thread
8. One spool of Monofilament thread
9. Three contrasting colors of Isacord thread with embroidery bobbin thread
10. Sewing scissors

Class 3:
Everything to do with Embroidery

Supply List:
1. Machine
2. Foot Controller
3. Knee Lift
4. Electrical Cord
5. All accessories
6. Embroidery unit with hoops and grids
7. 1/3rd yard solid color fabric
8. 1 yard stabilizer
9. At least 3 colors Isacord embroidery thread with embroidery bobbin thread
10. Wash away or air erase marking pen
11. Small nippers for cutting thread


Sewing without Embroidery Instructional Class
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Models: Quilter’s Choice-BLQC & BLQC2, Decorators Choice-BLDC & BLDC2, Crafter’s Choice-BLCC & BLCC2, Grace A-Line Series-BL40 & BL40A, Audrey A-Line Series-BL67, BL67A. Quest-BLQ2, Quest Plus-BLQ2-PL, Tempo – BLTP, Melody – BLMY, Sofia - BL137A, BL137A2 (customers with the Sophia will return after lunch on part to for a 2 hour embroidery lesson.)

Instructor: Dee Degitz


Anaheim
Saturday, March 10, 10:00 - 2:00


Tustin
Friday, January 27, 10:30 - 2:30


Class 1: Basic functions of the machine, and basic stitches
Class 2: Decorative stitches and adjustments, memory functions and quilting

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