Virtual Workshop - Thread Play

Now Registering

“Thread Play”

New virtual workshop, Live, via Zoom!

Sunday June 28

10:00 to 3:00 (PT)

$45. (CD)

In this interactive virtual workshop, we’ll explore the creative and practical benefits of working with a variety of thread types, weights, fibres, and finishes to enhance your machine quilting.

Through demonstrations, samples, and guided discussion, you’ll learn how different threads affect the look, texture, and performance of your quilting.

We’ll compare fine, medium, and heavyweight threads, explore cotton, polyester, rayon, metallic, and specialty threads, and discuss when and why to choose one over the other.

You’ll gain confidence in selecting threads that complement your fabric, highlight quilting designs add dimension, or create dramatic visual effects.

Space is limited so register early to avoid disappointment!

Register with PayPal or eTransfer at juliesquiltclass@telus.net

Register with Visa, MasterCard or American Express with the link below.

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A Recap of Move the Needle - Machine Quilting Summit 2026

It was my pleasure to offer my workshop on how to stitch "Free Form Fantasy Ferns" at the 

Move the Needle - Machine Quilting Summit

Here's what some of the students are saying:

Brenda S. said, "Such an organized workshop that allowed the less experienced quilter to easily follow. I can't wait to get to my machine."

Susan M. said, "The class was very encouraging."

Kathleen D. said, "I liked actually watching you stitch out the design. I have trouble with where to go next, so it's good to watch the repetition. Thank you."

Kathleen W. said, "Great idea. Love that it can be so Freeform & look intentional."

Karen J. said, "Thank you Julie for the presentation of Free Form Fantasy Ferns!!! I am horrible at doing feathers. I've tried REPEATEDLY and just can't get them right. I did your ferns and I LOVE them! I even ordered some polyester thread to try! I'm coming out of my comfort zone and feel pretty confident! Thank you!"

With 22 fabulous instructors, the free live event was a huge success.

The best news?

You still have an opportunity to access all of the recorded and video content and learn from the comfort of home!

Purchase an All Access Pass  here for unlimited access and to learn at your own speed.

Learn at your own speed from 22 Instructors

For those who are excited to learn even more, I'm offering one of my most popular, Virtual Workshops!

Register now with a special discount, just for you!!!

“Fun with Free Motion Quilting”

Live, Hands-On, Via Zoom

From the comfort of your own home.

Standard Bed (Domestic), Mid-Arm machines.

Longarm Quilters welcome.

Sunday, May 31' 2026

10:00 to 4:00 (PT)

$75.

Use the coupon code FWFMQSAVE$25! for a special $25. discount.

Enjoy expert instruction to help improve your Free Motion Quilting skills as you learn how to stitch nine of my exclusive designs.

This workshop will focus on gently improving your FMQ skills as we work through a progression of designs to help you achieve smooth hand movement, confidence in adjusting your machine's tension, and choose the correct needle/thread/design combination.

All skill levels welcome.

Lifetime support included.

Yes, you can!

Register with payment by eTransfer or PayPal to juliesquiltclass@telus.net

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Don’t forget to enter your Discount Code at checkout!

Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom and click on Place Order to complete the transaction.

 

Move the Needle - Machine Quilting Summit 2026

I’m excited to announce that I’m one of the instructors at this year’s Move The Needle - Machine Quilting Summit

May 13-15, 2026

You have the opportunity to learn from 22 fabulous instructors, online for free!!!!!

There are different instructors each day, and you'll have 24 hours to access those lessons!!

I’ll be teaching you how to free motion quilt two styles of “Free Form Fantasy Ferns”!

With so many ways to quilt a quilt…Walking foot, Ruler work, Free-motion, you’ll get to see how different quilters approach their quilting… and start figuring out what works for you.

Get your free ticket here:

http://www.momandmequiltingco.com/a/2148268379/DBCDVCfr

PS

Would you like plenty of time to watch the videos and even more free stuff?

Follow the prompts in the link above to purchase an

All Acess Pass!

A Needle Pulling Thread Magazine - Issue 72 The Wonder of Storybook Stitches

A Needle Pulling Thread-Issue 72 invites readers into a world of Storybook Stitches, where quilting, sewing, knitting, crochet, and handwork are inspired by storytelling, imagination, and literary charm. 

Click on the link above or purchase your copy at select newsstands and specialty shops near you!

My "Gothic Raven" quilt, included in this issue, was inspired by the writing of Edgar Allan Poe, and blends gothic colour symbolism with traditional piecing. 

The quilt body is constructed using half-square triangle units and pinwheel blocks arranged to create optical movement, inspired by the atmosphere of classic Gothic literature. 

The Raven Quilting 

The finished size measures 48½” x 54½” [123 x 138cm]. 

Suitable for all skill levels, the project includes my opening article, ‘If Authors Made Quilts’, detailed construction instructions for the Gothic Raven Quilt, and step-by-step guidance for stitching an enlarged raven and my free motion quilting design,  Meet Me in Faerie. 

Purchase the pattern for my Gothic Raven Quilt here.

I would love to see pictures of your version of this quilt!

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #477

I love the way nature imitates nature as a form of camouflage!

This hidden creature kept wanting to peek out from my design, so this week it was allowed out to play.

Named by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, May 3, 2026, this design is now called “Butterfly Leaves”.

Thank you and congratulations to Cathy Hodge Crawford from Mill Bay, B.C. for suggesting this wonderful, winning name!

Would you like to get in on all the fun?

Join my new Facebook group 

Machine Quilting Show and Share

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #476

New Free Motion Quilting Design #476, "Lacey Leaves"

From drawing to stitch out, this week’s new, free motion quilting design is sure to please!

The preliminary drawing of "Lacey Leaves."

It was named by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) with a little help from a random name picker, at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, April 25, 2026.

This design is now called "Lacey Leaves".

Thank you and congratulations to Suzanne Knox from San Tan Valley, Tennessee, USA for suggesting this wonderful, winning name.

Have Fun with this design!

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

Join my Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month and learn at your own pace from the comfort of home.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #475

New Free Motion Quilting Design #475, "Palm Breeze"

This new, free motion quilting design was inspired by my previous two and a tree that is often planted on Vancouver Island, but isn’t from here.

The first VI palm trees were planted by the City of Nanaimo in 1967 as part of the inaugural Bathtub Days.

This design was named by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

It is now called “Palm Breeze”.

Thank you and congratulations to Karen Jackson of Oakdale, Louisiana, USA, for suggesting this wonderful, winning name.

Happy Quilting!

Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month

Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month

Now available yearly or quarterly.

Register here for April/May/June

An exciting new way to learn how to free motion quilt or to improve your existing skills.

All skill levels, all machines welcome.

The program will focus on improving skills such as fingertip control and fluidity of motion with a relaxed and inclusive approach to learning.

Each month, you will receive an email with instructions on how to stitch one of my exclusive, free motion quilting designs. Included in the program will be bonus seasonal designs, information about machine setup, tips and tricks, bonus videos, frequent Zoom meetings, access to an exclusive Messenger group, full support by Messenger and email, discounts on other helpful Zoom workshops, exercises on working with different threads, and more.

Instructions for assembling your practice “blocks” with a quilt-as-you-go technique will be included with this program.

Quarterly Registration

$25. (CD)

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

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OR

Yearly

$89. (CD)

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

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Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design # 474

New Free Motion Quilting Design #474, "Quidditch"

This new, free motion quilting is a variation of design 472.

It was named by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, April 12, 2026.

This design is now called “Quidditch”.

Thank you and congratulations to Martha Brooks Stroud of Troy, Missouri, USA for suggesting this wonderful, winning name!

I'm currently booking virtual and in person workshops for guilds, groups and conferences for 2026/2027/2028

Contact me at juliesquiltclass@gmail.com to reserve your dates!

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #473

New Free Motion Quilting Design #473, "Wings of Fire"

This new, free motion quilting was inspired by the wings on a cartoon of a flying dinosaur.

There was an abundance of fabulous name suggestions and a four-way tie.

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, April 4, 2026.

This design is now called “Wings of Fire”.

Thank you and congratulations to Karen Jackson of Oakdale, Louisiana, USA for suggesting this wonderful, winning name.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design # 472

New Free Motion Quilting Design #472, "Flower Dance"

When playing with design, small changes can have a big impact.

This new, free motion quilting design has been named.

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, March 29, 2026.

This design is now called "Flower Dance".

Thank you and congratulations to Irene Harvalias of New Westminster, BC, for suggesting this wonderful, winning name.

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

New Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month, registering now.
For further information click on the Registering Now -Virtual Classes tab at the top of this page.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #471

New Free Motion Quilting Design, "Peacock Feathers"

Designed while listening to folk music, this new free motion quilting design has been named.

There were so many marvellous and imaginative name suggestions, and the voting was fierce.
In the end it came down to a tie.

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, March 22, 2026.

This design is now called “Peacock Feathers”.

Thank you and congratulations to Karen Jackson from Oakdale, Louisiana, USA for suggesting this wonderful, winning name.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #470

New Free Motion Quilting design #470, "Cosmic Cosmos"

 I love how subtle changes create an entirely new design.

This new, free motion quilting design is the result of these small changes to design #469.

It was named by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

This design is now called “Cosmic Cosmos”.

Thank you and congratulations to Mary M Fleck Robinson for suggesting this wonderful, winning name!
Mary is from Okotoks, Alberta.

Would you like to learn how to Free Motion Quilt or improve your existing skills?
New Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month, registering now.
For further information click on the Registering Now -Virtual Classes tab at the top of this page.

A Needle Pulling Thread Magazine Issue 71 - Inspired to Reimagine

I'm happy to say that my work has been included in  

A Needle Pulling Thread - Issue 71

Click on the link above to purchase a copy of this wonderful magazine.

Dream a Little Dream of Me

 My Quilt, "Dream a Little Dream of Me" is a reimagining of my Dream pillow from 

A Needle Pulling Thread, Issue 57, Inspired by Words

This quilt is a "Dream" to make and/or gift and features raw-edge appliqué, wholecloth quilting, and free motion quilting artistry.

The pattern can also be purchased separately by clicking on the link below, and includes both step-by-step instructions and a free motion quilting tutorial with diagrams for how to stitch my free motion quilting design, Julie's Garden.

Pattern, Dream a Little Dream of Me

"Dream" Pillow from Issue 57

I hope you enjoy making these projects and would love to see photos of your work!