{"product_id":"b990-quilting-event","title":"B990 Quilting Event","description":"\u003c!-- DATE \u0026 TIME --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #5f338c; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eDATE \u0026amp; TIME:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eJuly 27, 2026\u003cbr\u003e9:30am - 2:00pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- CLASSROOM COURTESY --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #5f338c; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 1em;\"\u003eCLASSROOM COURTESY:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eFor the comfort of all students, please avoid wearing perfume, cologne, or heavily scented products when attending classes. Your consideration helps everyone have a safe and enjoyable experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SKILL LEVEL --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #5f338c; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 1em;\"\u003eSKILL LEVEL:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eAll skill levels welcome!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SUPPLY LIST --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #5f338c; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003e📋 SUPPLY LIST:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWe’ll have all your supplies and snacks ready for you. Please bring a lunch so you can stay fueled for the full session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- DIVIDER --\u003e\u003chr style=\"margin: 0.75rem 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ABOUT THIS CLASS --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #5b2d84; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003eAbout This Class\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\nGet ready for a seriously inspiring FREE session! We’re thrilled to welcome \n\u003cstrong\u003eConnie Fanders\u003c\/strong\u003e, longtime BERNINA educator and one of the brilliant minds behind the development and design of the brand‑new BERNINA 990. \n\u003cstrong\u003eThis event takes place IN STORE at Quilting Mayhem\u003c\/strong\u003e, with Connie joining us virtually to showcase the features and innovations that make this machine such a game‑changer for quilters.\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #5b2d84; margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.4em;\"\u003eWhat You’ll Learn\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow the B 990 simplifies piecing, appliqué, decorative stitching, and free‑motion quilting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWays to improve accuracy and efficiency across all quilting styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow to use tools like Pinpoint Placement, the BERNINA Camera, WiFi connectivity, and BISR\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuilt stitches, chain piecing, stitch‑in‑the‑ditch options, and computerized quilting in the hoop\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreative stitch combinations and lettering for personalizing your projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #5b2d84; margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.4em;\"\u003eWhy This Event Matters\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\nConnie’s quilting expertise runs deep—custom quilting, ruler work, free‑motion, computerized quilting, and more—and she knows the 990 inside and out. She’ll show you how its tools and software can elevate your quilting, spark new ideas, and make your creative process smoother than ever.\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4 style=\"color: #5b2d84; margin-top: 1em; margin-bottom: 0.4em;\"\u003eYour In‑Store Experience\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\nWhile Connie teaches virtually, \u003cstrong\u003eyou’ll be here in the shop with us\u003c\/strong\u003e, seeing the machine up close and learning alongside fellow makers. It’s a rare opportunity to learn directly from someone who helped shape the B 990—and to discover just how much this machine can elevate your quilting.\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eYou won’t want to miss this one.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- WHAT WE'LL COVER --\u003e\u003c!-- RELATED CLASSES --\u003e\u003c!-- MATERIALS INCLUDED --\u003e\u003c!-- POLICIES --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: red; font-style: italic;\"\u003eClass Cancellation Policy: To receive a refund or credit for a class, cancellation must occur 7 days prior to class date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelp us keep this class on the calendar!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis class needs a minimum of \u003cstrong\u003e5 students\u003c\/strong\u003e to run. If we’re below that number one week before class, the session may be cancelled. Early registration makes a big difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- INSTRUCTOR BIO --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #5b2d84; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnie Fanders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConnie Fanders has spent her entire career in the sewing industry. She began as a BERNINA Dealer and later held key roles at BERNINA of America, including District Sales Manager, Director of Education and Training, and Manager of Embroidery Products. She was deeply involved in the development and testing of the new BERNINA 990 and continues to travel the country teaching sewing, quilting, and embroidery techniques. Connie’s specialty is breaking down BERNINA features in a clear, practical way so makers can get the most out of their machines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quilting Mayhem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49045157937400,"sku":"B990VIRTUAL-3","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/6212\/5816\/files\/B990-Quilting-Event-Connie-Fanders.png?v=1778188103","url":"https:\/\/www.quiltingmayhem.com\/products\/b990-quilting-event","provider":"Quilting Mayhem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}