Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #488

New Free Motion Quilting Design #488, "Rondelle"

I had more fun with circles while creating this new free-motion quilting design.

As always, all of your name suggestions were both fun and imaginative.

The winner was chosen by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) with a little help from a random name picker, at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, July 19, 2026.

This design is now called “Rondelle”.

Thank you and congratulations to Pam Bretz Sommers from Forest, Indiana, USA for suggesting this wonderful, winning name.
Pam says the design reminds her of stained glass rondelles.

I think you're right Pam!

Would you like to learn how to Free Motion Quilt or improve your existing skills?

Join my, Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month club now registering for July/August/September
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Also booking now, virtual and in person workshops for guilds, groups and conferences for 2026/2027/2028

Walking Foot Workout - Virtual Workshop

 

New Virtual Workshop, Now Registering.

Walking Foot Workout

Live Via Zoom, All skill levels. All machines.

Sunday, September 27, 2026

10:00 to 2:00 (PT)

$45.

Pattern for an easy lap quilt, full after-class support, and PDF notes included.

The Walking Foot is such a versatile tool!

It’s used to feed the top, batting, and backing of a quilt evenly through your sewing machine while providing beautiful, quality stitching and even tension.

In this workshop you’ll learn how to use the Walking Foot for traditional ditch quilting and grid quilting, then explore how to think outside the box to create amazing graphic designs for blocks and borders.

Use juliesquiltclass@telus.net to register by PayPal or eTransfer

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Discover Free Motion Quiltiing - What it is and What You Can Create

Recorded Workshop.

Watch Anytime, Anywhere!

$29. (CDN)

Discover what Free Motion Quilting is all about with this fun and informative video workshop.

Background Fill Designs, Thread Painting, Ruler Quilting, Stencil Quilting, Feather Quilting, and more! Discover what each of these terms means and explore how the many forms of free-motion quilting can look completely different while being built on the same fundamental techniques.

Watch and learn in comfort from your very own sewing space, living room, or even while relaxing outdoors!

Pause, rewind, and watch again.

Download to your computer for lifetime access.

Register with PayPal or e-transfer to juliesquiltclass@telus.net

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All Access Pass holders from the Free Motion Quilting Summit 2026, enter your discount code at checkout to receive this video at N/C

Virtual - Introduction to Thread Painting

Introduction to Thread Painting

September 6' 2026

10:00 to 2:00 (PT)

$55. 

Thread painting is a versatile free-motion quilting technique that can be used to create one-of-a-kind art quilts, add realistic detail to both hand and machine appliqué, and transform printed panels into truly eye-catching works of art.

In this class, students will create a beautiful rose art quilt while learning the foundations of successful thread painting. 

Topics include an overview of photo-editing techniques used to create the appliqués, fusible web appliqué as a base for thread painting, thread painting with and without appliqué, proper layering and stabilization, selecting the best needles and presser feet, and understanding how thread choices influence texture and visual impact. Students will also explore a variety of free-motion thread painting techniques, including straight-stitch brush strokes, side-motion zigzag, slanted zigzag, free-motion satin stitch, and methods for blending multiple thread colours to create depth, dimension, and a rich colour palette.

A PDF of the applique pieces and assembly instructions will be emailed to participants upon registration.

This workshop is a wonderful complement to "Painting with Thread" and may be taken in any order.

Register with PayPal or e-transfer at juliesquiltclass@telusnet

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WOW! 400,000 Views

 

Can you believe it?
I never would have guessed when I started my blogging journey!
Any moment this little blog will pass 400,000 views.

Drop me a comment if your #400,000 and email me at juliesquiltclass@gmail.com and I'll send you a coupon for your next virtual workshop.

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Free Pattern - Magical Mt. Benson

For your quilting pleasure, I've updated and added one of my most popular patterns to the Free Pattern Tab at the top of this page. 

"Magical Mt. Benson", named for Mount Benson on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, is my version of a traditional Delectable Mountains quilt.

It's pieced the modern way using half-square triangle units and strip cutting techniques instead of templates. 

This makes piecing this quilt much easier than it looks.

Work online, select the pages you wish to print or click on the link provided to purchase a PDF of the pattern.

Happy Quilting!

Julie

I'm Teaching at the Free Motion Quilting Summit 2026

I'm teaching at the FMQ Summit 2026!

I'm so excited to share that I'll be joining 21 amazing quilting teachers for the Free Motion Quilting Summit, August 19–21, a free online event hosted by Mary Davis of Mary Go Round Quilts.

My session is "Flirtatious Feathers With A Botanical Twist," where I'll show you how to stitch playful, botanical feathers that add beautiful texture and detail to any quilt, yet are easy enough for even the beginning quilter to accomplish.

You'll even learn how to stitch a bonus background design!

Whether you're brand new to free motion quilting or you've been at it for years, there's something here for you — and registration is completely free.

You can also purchase an All Access Pass for unlimited access and even more bonus learning opportunities!

Come stitch with me.

Click on the link below to register and get in on all the fun!

Free Motion Quilting Summit 2026