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? View the video click here
Once you click on any of the links listed below, you will be connected to the enrollment page on the GoToWebinar web site. There you will be asked to fill in your First and Last name, email address (Please be sure that your email address is typed in correctly.) City, State and Country and then click on the Register Now button. You will then be told that you are registered for the class and that you will receive an email with further instructions on how to join the webinar. When I see that you registered for the class, I will send you an invoice to the email address you typed in at registration time, through PayPal for the webinar tuition amount. As soon as I receive confirmation that you paid for your webinar, I will approve your class registration and you will receive an email with a link to the webinar session. Please note: If you do not enter your correct email address, then you will never receive the invoice from PayPal and I will not be able to approve your enrollment.
How do I connect to the class?
First, you look at the classes listed below and click on the name of the class listed for the date and time that you want to attend. The link will take you to the GoToWebinar page so that you can register for the class. Once you complete your registration, Tim will generate an invoice from PayPal to bill you for 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 DSL, cable-modem, satellite, or fiber-optic connection. 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
Free Overview Classes
We are hosting a free 1 hour overview of the new 5D™ Embroidery software on Tuesday, September 14, 2010. Follow the instructions below to sign up for the session of your choice. Note: You will not need a microphone to enjoy this webinar. All you will need are the speakers on your computer.
5D™ Embroidery Software Overview
There are four different sessions scheduled for this class.
Click Here to register for this class scheduled for Tuesday, September 14, 2010 starting at 9:00 a.m. EDT and ending at 10:00 p.m. (GMT -05:00)
Click Here to register for this class scheduled for Tuesday, September 14, 2010 starting at 1:00 p.m. EDT and ending at 2:00 p.m. (GMT -05:00)
Click Here to register for this class scheduled for Tuesday, September 14, 2010 starting at 6:00 p.m. EDT and ending at 7:00 p.m. (GMT -05:00)
Click Here to register for this class scheduled for Tuesday, September 14, 2010 starting at 9:00 p.m. EDT and ending at 10:00 p.m. (GMT -05:00)
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Paid Classes
For September of 2010 we will have our first session of 5D™ Design Creator Basics. These classes are live classes during which you can ask questions and receive specific answers. They are held on 3 consecutive Mondays on September 13, 20, and 27. You can sign up for the sessions held from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. EDT, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. EDT, or 9:00 - 11:00 p.m. EDT.
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5D™ Embroidery Basics - $60.00
5D™ software pre-requisites: None
The 5D™ Embroidery Basics will teach you
everything you need to know to get started using your 5D™ Embroidery or
5D™ Embroidery Extra software. We will
cover every tool and process
available in the 5D™ Embroidery Extra software in 3 2-hour sessions on
consecutive weeks. If you are using 5D™ Embroidery 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™ Embroidery Basics
by your side because we will be covering everything in that book as
it appears in the text..
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.
There are three different sessions scheduled for this class. All registrants are welcome to sign up.
Click Here to register for this class scheduled for Monday, September 13, 20, and 27, 2010 starting at 2:00 p.m. EDT and ending at 4:00 p.m. (GMT -05:00)
Click Here to register for this class scheduled for Monday, September 13, 20, and 27, 2010 starting at 6:00 p.m. EDT and ending at 8:00 p.m. (GMT -05:00)
Click Here to register for this class scheduled for Monday, September 13, 20, and 27, 2010 starting at 9:00 p.m. EDT and ending at 11:00 p.m. (GMT -05:00)
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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 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 5D™ Organizer to find and catalog your designs.
- Using 5D™ Configure to tailor your
software to your requirements
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 and Design Aligner Basics
Before attending this class, students are expected to either attend Using 4D Embroidery or have the equivalent knowledge of the 4D Professional software.
This class covers the contents of the book 4D Design Enhancer Basics. 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
- How to use 4D Design Aligner to
break up large designs into manageable pieces
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