October 31 

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Digital Design Transfer from Computer to Embroidery Machine

Are you struggling to bridge the gap between downloading a beautiful digital embroidery design and actually stitching it on your quilting machine? You're not alone! In this focused, hands-on workshop led by expert Kelley, you will conquer the digital transfer process and gain total confidence in using your downloaded designs.

We will demystify file formats, learn the proper way to format and prepare your USB drive, and practice the secure, reliable method for moving the design file from your laptop directly to your quilting machine's memory. No more guessing, corrupted files, or machine errors—you'll be "in the know" and ready to stitch upon completion!

What You'll Learn:

• File Management: How to locate and organize your newly downloaded embroidery files.

• USB Preparation: The essential steps for correctly formatting your 2GB USB stick so your machine can read it every time.

• Safe Transfer Technique: A reliable, step-by-step process for copying the required machine-specific file format onto your USB stick.

• Machine Loading: Tips and best practices for successfully inserting the USB and loading the design into your quilting machine.

Materials You MUST Bring to Class:

To ensure you can practice the entire process and leave the class with a fully transferred design, please bring the following:

1. Laptop: Fully charged and functional.

2. Design File: A purchased and downloaded embroidery design already saved somewhere easily accessible on your laptop. (The design file format must be compatible with your quilting machine.)

3. USB Stick: One empty, formatted 2GB USB flash drive. (USB sticks available for purchase at the store)

Class Policies

Please read and understand the following before registering for a class - thanks!

General:

1. Class fees must be paid in full at the time of registration to reserve your spot. Space is reserved on first-come first-serve basis.
2. Supply lists are available online for the classes. Go to shop.amongbrendasquilts.com and search for your class under ‘classes’. Most classes also have sample quilts, bags or garments displayed in the shop.
3. Class fees are for instruction only and do not include materials for class, unless otherwise stated.
4. Most classes have a pattern, book, or specialized tool requirement. These will be noted on the supply list. Each student must have a LEGAL copy of the pattern or book.
5. Some courses are all inclusive (e.g., class materials are bundled in the price). If you already possess some or all of the required materials, a store credit/gift certificate will be issued.
6. Students are required to bring; 1) a sewing machine in good working order, 2) machine accessories, & 3) basic sewing supplies to each class; unless otherwise stated. You should be familiar with the operation of your machine before class, please bring your manual if in doubt.
7. We are more than happy to help you in your selection of class materials, but please do so prior to class.
8. Some classes require a small amount of homework prior to the class. Please arrive prepared so that you can start on the fun part right away!
9. Class will start on time, so please arrive at least 15 minutes early and be set up and ready to go.
10. If you bring your cell phone to class please be considerate of others and put it on vibrate/silent prior to class. Please refrain from wearing perfumes, as some people have allergic reactions to scents. Also, if you bring a drink, please use a container with a lid.
11. If there is nothing scheduled in our classroom after your class ends, please feel free to stay and use the space to continue working on your project until the shop closes.
12. Please refrain from using perfumed products the day of class.  

Cancellations:

1. Most classes have a minimum enrolment (usually 3 students). If the class is cancelled due to low enrolment, you will be notified and all course fees will be returned in full (your choice of a refund or store credit).
2. If you can't attend a course, please cancel at least one week in advance. A store credit will be issued ONLY if you cancel at least seven (7) days before the course. Cancellations within a week of the course will NOT receive a store credit, though you may send a friend in your place. 
   
   3. Workshops and other classes may be partially or fully non-refundable and/or require much more notice of cancellation before a credit is issued. 
   
   Please verify that any class you wish to enroll in meets your schedule and that you're OK with the cancellation policy before enrolling.

Thanks!