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BERNINA All Current Model 5 & 7 Series Sewing Guidebook Class ~ Anaheim
- Feb 04, 2026 10:00 am
This instructional class is for owners who purchased their machine from Mel's Sewing & Fabric Center. If you did not purchase your machine from us, please call the store for more information. Included in this hands-on class will be BERNINA terminology, features & functions, navigating your machine using its touch screen, knobs, and buttons. Threads, needles, and accessories will be discussed, and proper threading & bobbin winding will be shown. Basic sewing samples will be completed including securing options, total stitch control, buttonholes, and decorative stitching using functions and memory, BSR, and more. Machine maintenance, cleaning, oiling, and basic troubleshooting will also be covered.

Cost: $ FREE
BERNINA All Current Model 5 & 7 Series Sewing Guidebook Class ~ Tustin
- Feb 06, 2026 10:00 am
This instructional class is for owners who purchased their machine from Mel's Sewing & Fabric Center. If you did not purchase your machine from us, please call the store for more information. Included in this hands-on class will be BERNINA terminology, features & functions, navigating your machine using its touch screen, knobs, and buttons. Threads, needles, and accessories will be discussed, and proper threading & bobbin winding will be shown. Basic sewing samples will be completed including securing options, total stitch control, buttonholes, and decorative stitching using functions and memory, BSR, and more. Machine maintenance, cleaning, oiling, and basic troubleshooting will also be covered.

Cost: $ FREE
Embroidery Club ~ Anaheim 2026 ~ 2nd Saturday 2PM-5PM
- Feb 07, 2026 02:00 pm
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
BERNINA All Current Model 5 & 7 Series Embroidery Class ~ Anaheim
- Feb 11, 2026 10:00 am
This class is for students who purchased their BERNINA from Mel's. This hands-on class includes instruction on machine/module setup, embroidery preparation, basic embroidery supplies, hoop adjustments & calibration, embroidery functions, accessing designs, customizing thread colors, sequence control, saving & deleting designs, word art and combining motifs with text. Embroidery software options will also be discussed. Students can take this class more than once BUT be aware that you may get bumped if a new student needs the class.

Cost: $ FREE
Embroidery Club ~ Tustin 2026 ~ 2nd Wednesday 10AM - 1PM
- Feb 11, 2026 10:00 am
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
Embroidery Club ~ Tustin 2026 ~ 2nd Wednesday 2PM - 5PM
- Feb 11, 2026 02:00 pm
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
BERNINA All Current Model 5 & 7 Series Embroidery Class ~ Tustin
- Feb 13, 2026 10:00 am
This free class is for students who purchased their BERNINA from Mel's. This hands-on class includes instruction on machine/module setup, embroidery preparation, basic embroidery supplies, hoop adjustments & calibration, embroidery functions, accessing designs, customizing thread colors, sequence control, saving & deleting designs, word art and combining motifs with text. Embroidery software options will also be discussed.

Cost: $ FREE
Embroidery Club ~ Anaheim 2026 ~ 3rd Wednesday 10AM - 1PM
- Feb 18, 2026 10:00 am
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
Embroidery Club ~ Anaheim 2026 ~ 3rd Wednesday 2PM - 5PM
- Feb 18, 2026 02:00 pm
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
Embroidery Club ~ Anaheim 2026 ~ 3rd Friday 10AM - 1PM
- Feb 20, 2026 10:00 am
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
Embroidery Club ~ Anaheim 2026 ~ 3rd Friday 2PM - 5PM
- Feb 20, 2026 02:00 pm
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
Embroidery Club ~ Tustin 2026 ~ 3rd Saturday 10AM - 1PM
- Feb 21, 2026 10:00 am
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
Embroidery Club ~ Tustin 2026 ~ 3rd Saturday 2PM - 5PM
- Feb 21, 2026 02:00 pm
This club will explore all avenues of embroidery from monograms to quilting in the hoop, and everything in between. This is a hands on embroidery class, where you will learn techniques that can be applied to all types of projects. Any model of machine is welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
BERNINA StitchWise: Start Smart Free-Motion Workshop - Anaheim
- Feb 27, 2026 09:00 am
Have you been interested in learning how to free-motion quilt? What about rulerwork? In this half-day event, gain hands-on experience with longarm quilting. You will try several free-motion fill techniques, including McTavishing. There will also be an opportunity to learn the basics of rulerwork on a BERNINA Q Series machine. Register today to start gaining confidence in your free-motion quilting.

Cost: $ 25.00
BERNINA StitchWise: Start Smart Free-Motion Workshop - Anaheim
- Feb 27, 2026 01:30 pm
Have you been interested in learning how to free-motion quilt? What about rulerwork? In this half-day event, gain hands-on experience with longarm quilting. You will try several free-motion fill techniques, including McTavishing. There will also be an opportunity to learn the basics of rulerwork on a BERNINA Q Series machine. Register today to start gaining confidence in your free-motion quilting.

Cost: $ 25.00
BERNINA StitchWise: Start Smart Free-Motion Workshop - Anaheim
- Feb 28, 2026 09:00 am
Have you been interested in learning how to free-motion quilt? What about rulerwork? In this half-day event, gain hands-on experience with longarm quilting. You will try several free-motion fill techniques, including McTavishing. There will also be an opportunity to learn the basics of rulerwork on a BERNINA Q Series machine. Register today to start gaining confidence in your free-motion quilting.

Cost: $ 25.00
BERNINA Q16 or Q20 New Owners ~ Anaheim
- Feb 28, 2026 01:30 pm
Learn the ins and outs of your new BERNINA Q16 or Q20. You will try several free-motion quilting techniques, including McTavishing. There will also be an opportunity to learn the basics of rulerwork on your new BERNINA Q Series machine. Register today to start your confidence in your free-motion quilting. No charge for customer who purchased their machine from Mel's.

Cost: $ FREE
Advanced BERNINA 790 PRO Sewing - Anaheim
- Mar 07, 2026 09:30 am
This class is for students who purchased the BERNINA 790 Pro from Mel's. Students must have taken the sewing & embroidery Guide Book classes prior to taking this class. Join us to learn more about the advanced sewing features available to the B 790 PRO model owners. Multiple samples will be created.

Cost: $ 25.00
ADVANCED BERNINA Embroidery B700 PRO/ B 735E PRO / B 770 QEE PRO / 790 PRO - Anaheim
- Mar 07, 2026 01:30 pm
This class is for students who purchased the BERNINA 7 Series Pro from Mel's. Students must have taken the sewing & embroidery Guide Book classes prior to taking this class. Join us to learn more about the advanced embroidery features available to the BERNINA PRO model owners. Pinpoint placement embroidery samples will be stitched.

Cost: $ 25.00
WAIT LIST BERNINA 990 Sewing & Embroidery Retreat
- Dec 31, 2026 09:00 am
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. Join Kari and learn more about the magical features available on the new 990.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST OESD My Happy Place
- Dec 31, 2026 10:00 am
COMING SOON! Quilters and embroiderers of all skill levels will benefit from this OESD Quilt Block of the Month (QBOM) curriculum. During the QBOM classes, you will share valuable embroidery tips and techniques to make your embroidered quilt successful and fun.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST Creative Sewing Club 2026
- Dec 31, 2026 10:00 am
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST BERNINA 480, 475QE, 435, 335, 325 Instructional Class
- Dec 31, 2026 10:00 am
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. Bernina 4 Series Instruction Class Wait List

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST ADVANCED BERNINA Embroidery B700 PRO/ B 735E PRO / B 770 QEE PRO / 790 PRO
- Dec 31, 2026 12:00 pm
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. Students must have taken the sewing & embroidery guidebook class prior to taking this class. Join us to learn more about the new features available on the 790 PRO. The new sewing features will be shown as well as all the new embroidery features and functions.

Cost: $ FREE

Bernina Classes


WAIT LIST BERNINA Q16 or Q20 New Owners
- Dec 31, 2026 09:30 am
Get on this list so you can be called when we schedule our next event. Learn the ins and outs of your new BERNINA Q16 or Q20. No charge for customer who purchased their machine from Mel's.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST BERNINA StitchWise: Clever Quilting Event
- Dec 31, 2026 09:30 am
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. Interested in a sit down quilting machine? Join us in this try before you buy class and experience the ease of quilting with BERNINA Long Arm Expert, Robin Phippins. In this half-day event, students will gain a hands-on experience with Longarm quilting. You will learn free-motion techniques, Rulerwork, Echo Quilting and more. One student per machine - SPACE IS LIMITED!!! This class is for individuals who do not own a BERNINA sit-down quilting machine.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST BERNINA L890/L860 Serger Instructional Class
- Dec 31, 2026 10:00 am
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. BERNINA's latest L 890 and L860 machines are full of innovative features and lets you sew, cut and finish in one easy step! This Mastery class will give you the confidence and expertise to get the most out of your new machine. Students will learn threading (One-step BERNINA Air Threader; color-coded one-path threading), maintenance, navigation, different stitches and how to switch between them, and much more. (L860 owners will be able to pack up a bit earlier than the L890 since they do not offer the Cover and Chain stitch options.)

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST Beyond the Sewing & Embroidery Basics BERNINA 770Plus QEE
- Dec 31, 2026 10:00 am
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. Students must have taken the embroidery guidebook class prior to taking this class. Join us to learn more about the new features available to the 770Plus QEE model owners. The new sewing features will be shown as well as all the new embroidery features and functions. Pinpoint placement samples will be stitched.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST BERNINA All Current Model 5 & 7 Series Embroidery Class
- Dec 31, 2026 10:00 am
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. This hands-on class includes instruction on machine/module setup, embroidery preparation, basic embroidery supplies, hoop adjustments & calibration, embroidery functions, accessing designs, customizing thread colors, sequence control, saving & deleting designs, word art and combining motifs with text. Embroidery software options will also be discussed.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST ADVANCED BERNINA 790 PRO Sewing
- Dec 31, 2026 10:00 am
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. Students must have taken the sewing & embroidery guidebook class prior to taking this class. Join us to learn more about the new features available on the 790 PRO. The new sewing features will be shown as well as all the new embroidery features and functions.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST BERNINA All Current Model 5 & 7 Series Sewing Class
- Dec 31, 2026 12:00 pm
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST Beyond the Embroidery Basics, BERNINA 790, 590
- Dec 31, 2026 12:00 pm
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. In this class you will learn the extra features that the BERNINA top of the line machines can do in embroidery. Include will be: Color Wheel Editing - group & ungroup Rearrange stitch order Resizing between points Free point positioning Endless embroidery (Exercise only - not stitched out) Importing stitches Shaping (880 only) (Exercise only - not stitched out)

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST BERNINA L850 , L460 & L450 Serger Instructional Class
- Dec 31, 2026 12:00 pm
WAIT LIST - YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN A CLASS IS SCHEDULED. Gain the information and confidence you need to use your serger to it's fullest extent.

Cost: $ FREE
WAIT LIST Bernina V9 DesignerPlus Full/Update
- Dec 31, 2026 12:00 pm
This hands-on class is designed to introduce you to the new features found in Bernina Embroidery Software 9 program. This 3-hour class will include instruction on keyboard lettering, applique, and more.

Cost: $ FREE

Clubs


Creative Sewing & Finishers Race Club 2026 ~ Anaheim ~ 1st Monday on Even Months
- Feb 02, 2026 10:00 am
Join Creative Sewing Club "Finishers Race" for lots of sewing fun. This club will meet on the even months of the year: February, April, June, August, and October from 10am to 4pm. This will give you plenty of time to finish your projects in a supportive environment. Club members will make a variety of sewing projects from bags to home decor projects and everything in between. Students will learn finishing tips and tricks for a professional looking finished product. This club is designed for anyone who owns a sewing machine from entry level to top of the line. All levels of sewers are welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00
BERNINA Software Club 2026
- Feb 15, 2026 12:00 pm
Bernina Software Building Blocks: Volume 3

Cost: $ 150.00
Creative Sewing & Finishers Race Club 2026 ~ Anaheim ~ 1st Monday on Odd Months
- Mar 02, 2026 10:00 am
Join Creative Sewing Club "Finishers Race" for lots of sewing fun. This club will meet on the Odd months of the year: March, May, July, September, and November from 10am to 4 pm. This will give you plenty of time to finish your projects in a supportive environment. Club members will make a variety of sewing projects from bags to home decor projects and everything in between. Students will learn finishing tips and tricks for a professional looking finished product. This club is designed for anyone who owns a sewing machine from entry level to top of the line. All levels of sewers are welcome.

Cost: $ 150.00

Specialty Classes


OESD My Happy Place 2026 - Tustin
- Feb 12, 2026 10:00 am
COMING SOON! 2026 Quilters and embroiderers of all skill levels will benefit from this OESD Quilt Block of the Month (QBOM) curriculum. During the QBOM classes, you will share valuable embroidery tips and techniques to make your embroidered quilt successful and fun.

Cost: $ 249.00
OESD My Happy Place 2026 - Anaheim
- Feb 17, 2026 10:00 am
COMING SOON! Quilters and embroiderers of all skill levels will benefit from this OESD Quilt Block of the Month (QBOM) curriculum. During the QBOM classes, you will share valuable embroidery tips and techniques to make your embroidered quilt successful and fun.

Cost: $ 249.00
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