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Prizes List(.PDF)
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Free Patterns for Download:

Baton Rouge Allbrands
20415 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70817-7348
(225) 923-1260
Baton Rouge Pattern(.PDF)

Slidell Allbrands
796 East I-10 Service Road,
Suite 100, Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 643-4252
Slidell Pattern(.PDF)

Houston Allbrands
18203 Egret Bay Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
(281) 333-5322
Houston Pattern(.PDF)

San Antonio Allbrands
11777 West Ave
San Antonio, TX 78216
(210) 344-0791
San Antonio Pattern(.PDF)

Metairie Allbrands
4029 Veterans Memorial Blvd
Metairie, LA 70002-5501
(504) 888-4952
Metairie Pattern(.PDF)

Lafayette Allbrands
3541 Ambassador Caffery Parkway
Lafayette, LA 70503-5130
(337) 981-2808
Lafayette Pattern(.PDF)

Lake Charles Allbrands
2615 Dillard Loop
Lake Charles, LA 70607
(337) 477-0492
Lake Charles Pattern(.PDF)

Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.

Welcome to my classes on PE-Design software. We will have fun and you will learn a lot!

Work smarter not harder
This is a basic class recommended as a prerequisite for the other classes. Even if you have been using the software already, it covers a lot of basic points. Also, it demonstrates how to set things up so the software is easier for you to work. Most people who take this class say they learned things they never knew before.

COVID avoidance policy:
I prefer that everyone is fully vaccinated or has recovered from COVID. Masks are required during class. Class sizes will be small to allow social distancing. Be warned that classes fill early. If a class fills, we will start a waiting list, and if necessary, add an additional class to handle the overflow.

PE-Design software what is it?
PE-Design was introduced in October 1996. It has come a long way since then, and the latest version is PE-Design V11. The software allows you to create your own designs, customize existing designs, add text to designs, and other cool things. You can save your designs as PES files (Brother's format). These files run on any Brother machine - including my first PE-100 from 1994 and my more recent 10 needle! If you need the files in a different format (for example, to work on a Pfaff embroidery machine), you can export the design into that format (PCS format). I always keep the original PES file because it is easy to make changes to it. Exported files are converted into stitches and cannot be easily edited. Similarly, you can import a design in most other embroidery formats. The software has a lot of options which can take a while to learn. However, you can quickly master a subset to get you going quickly and build on from there. You cannot learn everything in four hours!

What version of the software for the class?
I will be working with the PE-Design 11. If you have PE-Design 10, most things will work the same way. V11 does have some additional features that are nice! I have V10 loaded on my laptop and can show something in that version if necessary. This class will not work for those with PE-Design Next. The interfaces are too different. I recommend that anyone with PE-Design Next or a lower version look at getting the upgrade to PE-Design 10. There are not too many V10 upgrades left, so be warned. The V10 replaces the read/writer box as the dongle with a USB dongle instead. You may want to hang onto your reader/writer box, especially if you need to read or write from the Brother Embroidery cards. (Plus, if you ever have to reinstall, your PE-Design V10 is married to that reader/writer box. So don't sell it - you will need it!

If you do not want to upgrade, we can start a list of those with PE-Design Next. If we have enough interest, we can do a special add-on class. Talk to someone at the store about this.

Bring a snack. We will have a 15-20 minute break about halfway through the class.

Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.

Welcome to my classes on PE-Design software. We will have fun and you will learn a lot!

Fooling with Fonts
Who knew there was so much to learn about fonts? Learn how to pick a cool font to use, how to add text to designs, and how to work with commercial alphabets (that is, fonts you purchase that are really designs that happen to be letters), and so much more.

COVID avoidance policy:
I prefer that everyone is fully vaccinated or has recovered from COVID. Masks are required during class. Class sizes will be small to allow social distancing. Be warned that classes fill early. If a class fills, we will start a waiting list, and if necessary, add an additional class to handle the overflow.

PE-Design software what is it?
PE-Design was introduced in October 1996. It has come a long way since then, and the latest version is PE-Design V11. The software allows you to create your own designs, customize existing designs, add text to designs, and other cool things. You can save your designs as PES files (Brother's format). These files run on any Brother machine - including my first PE-100 from 1994 and my more recent 10 needle! If you need the files in a different format (for example, to work on a Pfaff embroidery machine), you can export the design into that format (PCS format). I always keep the original PES file because it is easy to make changes to it. Exported files are converted into stitches and cannot be easily edited. Similarly, you can import a design in most other embroidery formats. The software has a lot of options which can take a while to learn. However, you can quickly master a subset to get you going quickly and build on from there. You cannot learn everything in four hours!

What version of the software for the class?
I will be working with the PE-Design 11. If you have PE-Design 10, most things will work the same way. V11 does have some additional features that are nice! I have V10 loaded on my laptop and can show something in that version if necessary. This class will not work for those with PE-Design Next. The interfaces are too different. I recommend that anyone with PE-Design Next or a lower version look at getting the upgrade to PE-Design 10. There are not too many V10 upgrades left, so be warned. The V10 replaces the read/writer box as the dongle with a USB dongle instead. You may want to hang onto your reader/writer box, especially if you need to read or write from the Brother Embroidery cards. (Plus, if you ever have to reinstall, your PE-Design V10 is married to that reader/writer box. So don't sell it - you will need it!

If you do not want to upgrade, we can start a list of those with PE-Design Next. If we have enough interest, we can do a special add-on class. Talk to someone at the store about this.

Bring a snack. We will have a 15-20 minute break about halfway through the class.

Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.

Welcome to my classes on PE-Design software. We will have fun and you will learn a lot!

Splitting and Alignment
Everyone (at some point) wants to do a design that is too big for even their largest hoop. This class shows how to split a design carefully into manageable chunks and then use alignment lines so the pieces stitch together seamlessly. You won't believe how easy it is. This class shows how to work with purchased designs and your own designs.

COVID avoidance policy:
I prefer that everyone is fully vaccinated or has recovered from COVID. Masks are required during class. Class sizes will be small to allow social distancing. Be warned that classes fill early. If a class fills, we will start a waiting list, and if necessary, add an additional class to handle the overflow.

PE-Design software what is it?
PE-Design was introduced in October 1996. It has come a long way since then, and the latest version is PE-Design V11. The software allows you to create your own designs, customize existing designs, add text to designs, and other cool things. You can save your designs as PES files (Brother's format). These files run on any Brother machine - including my first PE-100 from 1994 and my more recent 10 needle! If you need the files in a different format (for example, to work on a Pfaff embroidery machine), you can export the design into that format (PCS format). I always keep the original PES file because it is easy to make changes to it. Exported files are converted into stitches and cannot be easily edited. Similarly, you can import a design in most other embroidery formats. The software has a lot of options which can take a while to learn. However, you can quickly master a subset to get you going quickly and build on from there. You cannot learn everything in four hours!

What version of the software for the class?
I will be working with the PE-Design 11. If you have PE-Design 10, most things will work the same way. V11 does have some additional features that are nice! I have V10 loaded on my laptop and can show something in that version if necessary. This class will not work for those with PE-Design Next. The interfaces are too different. I recommend that anyone with PE-Design Next or a lower version look at getting the upgrade to PE-Design 10. There are not too many V10 upgrades left, so be warned. The V10 replaces the read/writer box as the dongle with a USB dongle instead. You may want to hang onto your reader/writer box, especially if you need to read or write from the Brother Embroidery cards. (Plus, if you ever have to reinstall, your PE-Design V10 is married to that reader/writer box. So don't sell it - you will need it!

If you do not want to upgrade, we can start a list of those with PE-Design Next. If we have enough interest, we can do a special add-on class. Talk to someone at the store about this.

Bring a snack. We will have a 15-20 minute break about halfway through the class.

Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.

Welcome to my classes on PE-Design software. We will have fun and you will learn a lot!

Applique the Penny Way
Learn everything you always wanted to know about applique. This class reduces your stitch count and often gives you a texture you cannot achieve with just stitches. Learn how to replace a section of an existing design with an appliqued section. I also cover reverse applique.

COVID avoidance policy:
I prefer that everyone is fully vaccinated or has recovered from COVID. Masks are required during class. Class sizes will be small to allow social distancing. Be warned that classes fill early. If a class fills, we will start a waiting list, and if necessary, add an additional class to handle the overflow.

PE-Design software what is it?
PE-Design was introduced in October 1996. It has come a long way since then, and the latest version is PE-Design V11. The software allows you to create your own designs, customize existing designs, add text to designs, and other cool things. You can save your designs as PES files (Brother's format). These files run on any Brother machine - including my first PE-100 from 1994 and my more recent 10 needle! If you need the files in a different format (for example, to work on a Pfaff embroidery machine), you can export the design into that format (PCS format). I always keep the original PES file because it is easy to make changes to it. Exported files are converted into stitches and cannot be easily edited. Similarly, you can import a design in most other embroidery formats. The software has a lot of options which can take a while to learn. However, you can quickly master a subset to get you going quickly and build on from there. You cannot learn everything in four hours!

What version of the software for the class?
I will be working with the PE-Design 11. If you have PE-Design 10, most things will work the same way. V11 does have some additional features that are nice! I have V10 loaded on my laptop and can show something in that version if necessary. This class will not work for those with PE-Design Next. The interfaces are too different. I recommend that anyone with PE-Design Next or a lower version look at getting the upgrade to PE-Design 10. There are not too many V10 upgrades left, so be warned. The V10 replaces the read/writer box as the dongle with a USB dongle instead. You may want to hang onto your reader/writer box, especially if you need to read or write from the Brother Embroidery cards. (Plus, if you ever have to reinstall, your PE-Design V10 is married to that reader/writer box. So don't sell it - you will need it!

If you do not want to upgrade, we can start a list of those with PE-Design Next. If we have enough interest, we can do a special add-on class. Talk to someone at the store about this.

Bring a snack. We will have a 15-20 minute break about halfway through the class.

Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.

Welcome to my classes on PE-Design software. We will have fun and you will learn a lot!

Working with images
Learn how to take images, such as drawings or photos, and convert them to stitched out designs. This class covers using the Auto design tools in Layout and Editing as well as the Design Center. Those who have the Design Center features built into their machines will find this class useful to help getting started with better artwork!

COVID avoidance policy:
I prefer that everyone is fully vaccinated or has recovered from COVID. Masks are required during class. Class sizes will be small to allow social distancing. Be warned that classes fill early. If a class fills, we will start a waiting list, and if necessary, add an additional class to handle the overflow.

PE-Design software what is it?
PE-Design was introduced in October 1996. It has come a long way since then, and the latest version is PE-Design V11. The software allows you to create your own designs, customize existing designs, add text to designs, and other cool things. You can save your designs as PES files (Brother's format). These files run on any Brother machine - including my first PE-100 from 1994 and my more recent 10 needle! If you need the files in a different format (for example, to work on a Pfaff embroidery machine), you can export the design into that format (PCS format). I always keep the original PES file because it is easy to make changes to it. Exported files are converted into stitches and cannot be easily edited. Similarly, you can import a design in most other embroidery formats. The software has a lot of options which can take a while to learn. However, you can quickly master a subset to get you going quickly and build on from there. You cannot learn everything in four hours!

What version of the software for the class?
I will be working with the PE-Design 11. If you have PE-Design 10, most things will work the same way. V11 does have some additional features that are nice! I have V10 loaded on my laptop and can show something in that version if necessary. This class will not work for those with PE-Design Next. The interfaces are too different. I recommend that anyone with PE-Design Next or a lower version look at getting the upgrade to PE-Design 10. There are not too many V10 upgrades left, so be warned. The V10 replaces the read/writer box as the dongle with a USB dongle instead. You may want to hang onto your reader/writer box, especially if you need to read or write from the Brother Embroidery cards. (Plus, if you ever have to reinstall, your PE-Design V10 is married to that reader/writer box. So don't sell it - you will need it!

If you do not want to upgrade, we can start a list of those with PE-Design Next. If we have enough interest, we can do a special add-on class. Talk to someone at the store about this.

Bring a snack. We will have a 15-20 minute break about halfway through the class.

Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.

Edge-to-Edge Quilting Virtual Class

If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to quilt your own quilts using your embroidery machine, or if you have started on the quilting technique from Amelie Scott Designs and want some pointers, this class is for you!



In this1-1/2 day class held over Zoom, Christine Conner, author of Edge-to-Edge Quilting on Your Embroidery Machine, will teach you her quilting technique. You will quilt a whole cloth, learning all the key points of the technique as you go. At the end of the class, you will cut apart your quilted whole cloth to make a set of matching placemats.

You will learn how to:
▪ Use Christine’s special embroidery files
▪ Make templates to get accurate and beautiful quilting results
▪ Connect embroidery files to make it look like your quilts were quilted on a long-arm
▪ Simplify hooping for standard hoops
▪ Accelerate your quilting using a magnetic hoop

The class includes:
▪ A “tech check” the day before class, to ensure you’re ready to use Zoom
▪ 1-1/2 days of instruction with the author herself
▪ A printed class booklet
▪ $75 worth of exclusive embroidery designs
▪ Access to class video recordings to review at any time

Supply List


Date: Friday and Saturday, December 3-4 2021

Tech Check Zoom Meeting — Dec 2, 7:00 Central / 8:00 Eastern
Class day 1 — Dec 3, 9:00 - 1:00 Central / 10:00 - 2:00 Eastern
Class day 2 — Dec 4, 9:00 - 4:00 Central / 10:00 - 5:00 Eastern

Platform: Private Recorded Zoom
Link to join will be emailed to you prior to the event.

Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor.