Free Beginners Quilting Class-Live in person at APQS showroom in Carroll IA class is 6 hours and from 9 am to 3 pm. CST Let's elevate your Quilting Journey & delve into machine care, longarm loading, functionality, threading, material selection, basting, ruler work, stencils, and more. You'll even receive a 91-page fully indexed handout for […]
Unlock the artistry of feathers and bring your visions to life on fabric! Join us for an inspiring journey as we delve into the world of feathers, exploring their diverse types, movement, and structure. Discover how to elevate ordinary feathers into exquisite designs with sophisticated combinations. Whether you're a novice or seasoned quilter, whether you […]
Join us for an exhilarating exploration of ruler work! Unlock the fundamentals of using rulers, master the art of stabilizing your quilt, and explore essential tools for ruler work success. Delve into the world of different ruler types, understand their purpose, and select the perfect one for your project. Experience the thrill of creating stunning […]
With the beginner class offered at APQS, our goal is to teach you the skills you will need to accomplish a typical quilting project on your new longarm machine. Whether you intend to start a business or just want to get your quilts done faster, you will learn valuable techniques to accomplish your projects creatively […]
Come enhance your paper-piecing skills and make a beautiful quilt sure to earn Oohs and Aahs in this 13-month long class. Without borders or sashing, the quilt is 72” x 90”. Classes will be on the second Fridays beginning July 14, 2023, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Our instructor is Kathleen Bassi. 8 students […]
Get ready to quilt up a storm at APQS Raleigh @ Thread Waggle Quilting! Join us for a day jam-packed with Quilt Path excitement and fun. This in-person class is your ticket to unleashing the full potential of your Quilt Path system. Kick things off with introductions that'll have you feeling like part of the […]
The APQS Beginner Longarm Class is designed to give new longarm quilters the foundation of knowledge they need to start quilting with confidence. This class the perfect jump-start for new owners of all brands of longarm quilting machines! In this class, you’ll learn all about: • Thread, needles, batting, and backing fabric • Multiple ways […]
Just got your new machine or just ready to graduate to the front of your machine? You will learn and practice many easy free motion designs to get you off to a confident and fun start! You will also learn how to combine them into new designs! You will learn common concerns new longarm users […]
Once the piecing is done and the quilt is quilted, what’s next? Why the binding of course! Learn a variety of quilt binding techniques, from hand binding to machine binding including new, efficient techniques to jazz up that final frame on your quilt. You will learn straight grain binding (French fold method) which can be […]
Take the fear out of creating a collage in this intense one day class! Collage is like coloring with fabric. You will have the choice of patterns or learn to make your own!
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