Ruthies Notions in Baker FL is planning some of the very best hands-on classes and lecture demos with the absolute best teachers in the industry today! We only list classes a few months in advance. Sign up early as classes fill up fast!!

You are going to love all the new classes coming in 2018!!!

Ruthies Notions presents 3 Day Hands on Serger Class featuring Deb Canham June 18th, 19th, and 20th, 2018

Come Join Deb for a three day fun packed serger class!  You will have to purchase Serger Sanity 1,2 and have the option to buy Serger Sanity 3.  This is a 101 class. Students will get the opportunity to cover a variety of techniques and every stitch on the machine as well as many of the feet.  Deb will  include a couple of small projects within it so that you will have something to take home but much of the class involves making samples.  It is the type of course that everyone should do so that they firstly build confidence to use their machine but also experience everything this machine can do. Space is limited sign up now!

Ruthies Notions Presents  3 Day Brother International Summer Camp Featuring Kathy Stipe June 21st, 22nd, and 23rd, 2018

Ruthies Notions 3 day Brother International Summer Camp Embroidery School of excellence

Learn amazing ways to create with my design center and IQ like you never saw before. Each day with cover these topics and I will be totally different and exciting DONT MISS A DAY!!

Plus on the 3rd day we will be giving a gift worth $400.00 and lots of door prizes each day too!

Kathy Stipe from Brother international will be teaching. Kathy is absolutely amazing and will dazzle you with her expertise beyond words!!

Learn all about embroidery using the most awesome selection of sewing machines including the 10 needle Entrepreneur Pro X Pro1050x, Brother 6 needle and single needle Dream machine or Persona.

Learn All about

1.) Bes4 Software and Bes4 Upgrade

2.) Learn all about PE design and how to do the most intricate work with photo stitch you ever saw a embroidery machine do .

3.) Learn how to use your Scan N Cut in conjuction with all your embroidery machines and software.

4.) Learn how to use My Design Center on your Dream Machine 2 or your Entrepreneur Pro x 1050x.

5.) How to digitize right on your machine and use all those different stippling patterns. How to do different border stitches you can create including gorgeous little girl dresses that are an original you designed yourself and so much more!

Sign up today Seating is very limited!

Ruthies Notions Presents 2 Day hands on Destiny/Dream machine class Featuring Mike Johns June 25th and 26th,2018

Come and join Mike Johns as he walks you through a fun and exciting in-the-hoop project from start to finish on the Baby Lock Destiny/Brother Dream Machine. During this hands-on two-day class you will learn all about many of the amazing built-in features of this incredible machines, and you get to walk away with a completed project!! During class you will learn how to work with the built-in camera, IQ Designer/My Design Center, placement tools and much. Much more! The cost of the class is $88.00, which includes your kit and a delicious catered meal each day. To ensure you are able to take full advantage of the class, make sure your machine is in good working condition and all software has been updated to the most current version. In addition to you machine, please bring your embroidery arm, the 8”x12” embroidery hoop (if you have the Single-Needle Durkee Frame in 8”x12”, you can use that as well), you embroidery foot (W+ foot), some basic colors of embroidery thread (white, black, red, navy), pre-wound bobbins (white), and a basic sewing kit (scissors, tweezers, seam ripper, etc.). All fabric, stabilizers and extra notions will be included in your kit. Space is extremely limited, so make sure you sign up today!

Deb Canham’s 3 Day Class

Learn how to sew knits on your serger!!

You will need to bring your Ovation or your Triumph serger to class.

Everyone will learn so much including how to create incredible knit tops, leggings, and more!

You will love being able to design clothes that look great on you.

**Book is included in price.**

Sign up now!! Seating is very limited!!

The three day class is $298. A FREE catered lunch will be provided each day.

Mike Johns BES4 Software Class

Join Mike Johns as he demonstrates all of the amazing features of the Brother BES4 Dream Edition Software.  Learn how to import fonts, create beautiful monograms with ease, and edit purchased embroidery designs to elevate them to a whole new level.

You will also learn just how easy it is to use BES4 Dream Edition Software with your Brother Scan N Cut and embroidery machine to create unique and personalized designs and cut purchased appliqué files.  BES4 Dream Edition is fun, easy to use and a great tool to help with all your embroidery needs.

This is a FREE lecture/demonstration based class. (class is normally $98!)
A wonderful, fully catered lunch will be provided.

Reserve your space by signing up today!

Christmas in July Series with Mike Johns!

Decking the Halls with Serger Fun!

Join us on July 20th and 21st. Let Mike Johns help you get started on all prepping for the upcoming Christmas holidays (it’s just around the corner and will be here before you know it!) as he walks you through the creation of a fun and festive holiday project using the amazing BabyLock sergers!

This is a two-day, hands-on serger class that will focus on construction and embellishment techniques using nothing but your serger.

Each attendee will bring his/her serger (please ensure your machine is in good working order) and basic sewing supplies (such as scissors, seam ripper, etc.)

A kit containing all fabric and notions required to complete the project will be provided by the instructor.  A list of required threads will be provided prior to the event.

The cost of the class is $88.00 and includes a fully catered lunch.

Space is extremely limited, so be sure to register today to reserve your space.

Beginners Scan N Cut Class

Christmas in July 2-Day Hands On Brother Scan N Cut Class

Ready or not Christmas is on the way, and there’s no better way to beat the heat of the hot Florida sun than dreaming of cooler December weather while creating a one-of-a-king Christmas project on the Brother Scan N Cut!

Join Mike Johns for this two-day, hands-on class where you will take the skills learned in your Beginners Scan N Cut class and build upon them to create a beautiful holiday project from beginning to end.  We will be using a wide variety of materials and techniques in creating this project.

Each attendee will bring his/her Brother Scan N Cut, cutting mats, accessories and laptop to class.  Prior to attending class, CanvasWorkspace must be downloaded on your laptop.  It is HIGHLY recommended that you open CanvasWorkspace the night before class to ensure that any required updates install (internet services will not be utilized or provided in class).  Basic computer skills are required (IT assistance will not be available in class).

The cost of the class is $248.00, which includes a fully catered lunch each day and all materials needed to complete the project.

Seating for this event is extremely limited, so be sure to register early to ensure your spot in class!

Mike Johns Christmas Countdown Pick A Day!

It’s the middle of the year, so you know what that means – it’s time to start working on all of those Christmas projects!

From embroidery to sewing to serging, Mike Johns will demonstrate a wide variety of techniques and processes to create unique, fun and eye-catching projects perfect for the upcoming holiday season.  We will even through in a little Scan N Cut and Cameo Silhouette!

Each day will be a little different, so pick a day or come for both, you are sure to pick up a lot of great ideas and tips.

These classes are FREE!  As always a delicious lunch will be provided each day.

Reserve your space by signing up today!