Online Classes
What is an online class?
Our online classes use the GoToWebinar service. They are live, not recorded classes taught by Tim Frost in person (well, online and in person). If you have never attended an online meeting using GoToWebinar here is how it works. Just imagine making a conference call with a group of other people on the telephone with someone who is teaching a class that you are watching on television. You can raise your hand and the teacher will acknowledge you and everyone in the class can hear your questions and the answers. And, you can hear everything that everyone else in the class is saying. It's just like that except that rather than watching television, you will be looking at your computer screen. And rather than making a telephone call, you will be wearing an inexpensive set of headphones that also have a little microphone on them. It might sound complicated but it really isn't.
How do I enroll in an online class?
Once you click on any of the links listed below, you will be connected to the the shopping cart for my web site. The class you selected will be listed as being present in the shopping cart. All you have to do at this point is to click on the checkout button and you will be asked to provide your name, address, and credit card information. All of that information is handled by a secure web site and you can enter your information there knowing that it is secure. You will be given a message from that web site confirming that your purchase is complete. As soon as you paid for your class, you will receive a confirmation email from GoToWebinar with a link that will take you into the webinar on the day of the webinar.
How do I connect to the class?
Once that your tuition payment is received, then your registration will be approved by Tim and you will receive another email that contains a link to the class location on the internet. Don't worry about forgetting to attend the class. You will automatically receive a reminder email about the class one week before the class, another email reminder one day before the class, and another email reminder one hour before the class starts.
All you have to do then is wait for the day of the class. When the date and time of the class occurs, you simply click on the link in either of the reminder emails and you will be connected to the class. You do not have to purchase any software to participate in the class. All you need is an inexpensive headset available either online or from your local computer or electronics store. Headsets are available in the $15.00 to $40.00 price range. Note: When you buy your headset, make sure that it has a USB connector. This type of headset provides the highest possible audio quality.
Do I have to pay any long distance charges or do I need any special internet or phone connection?
You do not have to pay anything other than the cost of tuition for paid classes. GoToWebinar uses something called voice over internet protocol (VOIP). Your voice, as well as the voices of all of the other attendees, will travel across the internet for free. What you will need is a broadband internet connection such as cable-modem, satellite, or fiber-optic connection and a USB headset with a built in microphone. If you choose to use the speakers on your computer, then you will have to mute yourself during class so that other students do not hear any of the feedback generated on your computer. USB heasets with a built in microphone do not generate any such feedback. Unfortunately, if you are using a dial-up connection you won't be able to connect to the online classes and get satisfactory results.
Do you have any documentation on how to use the GoToWebinar software?
Yes, there is free documentation on how to use the GoToWebinar software. You can view/download it by clicking here. Before attending any of my online classes, I suggest that you download and print this document (it's only 2 pages) and I may refer to it during the class from time to time.
Online Class Schedule
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Paid Classes
For February of 2012 our class will be 5D™ Design Creator Basics. These classes are live classes during which you can ask questions and receive specific answers. They will be held on 3 consecutive Mondays on February 6, 13, and 20. You can sign up for the sessions held from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. EST, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. EST, or 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. ESDT. Enrollment will be opened for these classes during the week of January 23, 2012.
You can convert from my time zone in the state of Maryland in the United States to your time zone by visiting this web page.
NOTE: All class sessions are opened 30 minutes prior to the beginning of class to give you a chance to check your connections and correct any problems before class begins. If this is your first online class or if you just want to chat for a while, I encourage you to join me early before class begins so that we can iron out any audio or connection problems before class begins.
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5D™ Design Creator Basics - $60.00
Dates: Monday, February 6, 13, and 20, 2012
5D™ software pre-requisites: Experience
using 5D™ Embroidery Extra
The 5D™ Design Creator Basics will teach you
everything you need to know to get started using your
5D™ Design Creator software. We will
cover every tool and process
available in the 5D™ Design Creator software in 3 2-hour sessions on
consecutive weeks. If you are using 5D™ Design Creator software and need
to get started, then this is the class for you. .
Although not required for attendance in this class, I recommend that
you have a copy of 5D™ Design Creator Basics
by your side because we will be covering everything in that book..
A high speed, broadband internet connection is
A MUST have for all
of my online classes as well as a good audio system. A
USB headset
is highly recommended because it keeps your hands free to take notes
while keeping your microphone correctly positioned for asking
questions. Using the microphone and speakers on your computer
in place of a USB headset is not recommended because of possible
feedback problems that can develop between your microphone and
speakers which lead to an echo-chamber effect.
Online Class Registration Now Closed
Thanks for your interest in my online classes, but registration is closed for this month's classes. Registration for online classes close at noon the day before the first class session. If you attempted to register for class, I'm sorry that I missed you. Please watch my web site for details about upcoming classes and events. The best way to learn about my classes is to subscribe to my free monthly email newsletter. You can do this by clicking on the Join Our Mailing List button on our Home page.
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5D™ Embroidery Extra Basics
This class covers the contents of the book 5D™ Embroidery Basics. The 6 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- Creating new designs from existing embroidery stitch files
- How to use the Motif page to add beautiful machine stitches to your projects
- How to use the Frame page to add frames to your projects
- How to use the Monogram Wizard to create beautiful monograms and names
- How to use the Background Wizard to view your projects in life-like appearance
- How to use the Split Project Wizard to prepare your projects for stitching
- Applying lettering to your designs
- How to use the special features of Encore to create new designs
- How to use the new Color Tone tool to change design colors
- How to use Selective Combine tool
- How to use the Layout Options and Alignment tools
- How to use the Endless feature to create new designs
- Creating new embroidery fonts with the QuickFont Wizard
- Using the ExpressDesign Wizard to create new designs
- How to use the Edit features to modify any design
- Using 5D™ Organizer to find and catalog your designs.
- Using 5D™ Configure to tailor your
software to your requirements
5D™ Design Creator Basics
Before attending this class, students are expected to either attend 5D™ Embroidery Basics or have the equivalent, extensive knowledge of the 5D™ Professional or 5D™ Suite software.
This class covers the basics of the 5D™ Design Creator. The 6 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- How to create/edit both raster and vector graphics files to make them easy to use
- Using the enhanced ExpressDesign Wizard to automatically create new designs
- How to use all of the automatic punching tools to create beautiful designs with minimal effort
- How to use the new Tablet Mode tools
- How to use all of the manual punching tools to create intricate designs
- Successful planning of the design creation project (the most
important part of the job)
5D™ Stitch Editor Basics
Before attending this class, students are expected to either attend 5D™ Embroidery Basics or have the equivalent knowledge of the 5D™ Professional software.
The 6 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- How to use the Edit features of 5D™ Stitch Editor to create new designs from existing stitch files
- Using 5D™ Stitch Editor to correct problems with designs
- Using 5D™ Stitch Editor to create frames and appliqués from existing designs
- How to use the Morphing tools to unleash your creativity
- Applying Stamps to enhance existing designs
- And much more...
4D Embroidery Extra Basics
This class covers the contents of the book 4D Embroidery Basics. The 6 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- Creating new designs from existing embroidery stitch files
- Applying lettering to your designs
- How to use the Encore feature to create new designs
- How to use the Endless feature to create new designs
- Creating new embroidery fonts with the QuickFont Wizard
- Using the ExpressDesign Wizard to create new designs
- How to use the Edit features to modify any design
- Using 4D Organizer to find and catalog your designs.
- Using 4D Configure to tailor your
software to your requirements
4D Stitch Editor Basics
Before attending this class, students are expected to either attend Using 4D Embroidery or have the equivalent knowledge of the 4D Professional software.
The 6 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- How to use the Edit features of 4D Stitch Editor to create new designs from existing stitch files
- Using 4D Stitch Editor to correct problems with designs
- Using 4D Stitch Editor to create frames and appliqués from existing designs
- How to use the Morphing tools to unleash your creativity
- Applying Stamps to enhance existing designs
- And much more...
4D Design Creator Basics
Before attending this class, students are expected to either attend Using 4D Embroidery, and Using 4D Design Enhancer or have the equivalent, extensive knowledge of the 4D Professional software.
This class covers the contents of the book 4D Design Creator Basics. The 6 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- How to create/edit graphics files to make them easy to use
- Using the enhanced ExpressDesign Wizard to automatically create new designs
- How to use all of the automatic punching tools to create beautiful designs with minimal effort
- How to use the new Tablet Mode tools
- How to use all of the manual punching tools to create intricate designs
- Successful planning of the design creation project (the most
important part of the job)
Applied Design Creation Techniques
Before attending this class, students are expected to either attend Using 4D Embroidery, Using 4D Design Enhancer, Using 4D Design Creator or have the equivalent, extensive knowledge of the 4D Professional software.
Students who attend this class will bring in a subject (graphic) that they want to use as the subject of a design. Each student will receive personal guidance as they use that subject to create an embroidery design. The 6 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- Advanced project planning techniques
- Intensive stitch file editing techniques
- Advanced graphic file editing techniques
4D Family Portrait Basics
This class covers the contents of the book 4D Family Portrait Basics. The 4 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- Creating PortraitStitch designs
- Basic genealogical data storage and use
- Choosing the right photograph for the design
- Creating a family genealogical project
4D QuiltDesign Creator Basics
This class covers the contents of the book 4D QuiltDesign Creator Basics. The 6 hour version of this class includes the following topics:
- How to use the New Design WIzard to create new Elements and Work Areas
- How to use the new Vector Drawing tools to create unique design elements
- How to use all of the new editing tools
- Creating new Quilt Layouts for your designs
- How to use 4D QuiltDesign Vision to view your projects in 3D