Virtual Workshops, Presentations, and Design of the Month - Register Now
New for 2026.
An exciting way to learn or improve your Free Motion Quilting skills!
Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month
An exciting way to learn or improve your Free Motion Quilting skills!
Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month
All skill levels, all machines welcome.
The program will run from January 15 to December 31, 2026, and will focus on improving skills such as fingertip control and fluidity of motion with a relaxed and inclusive approach to learning.
PDF design stitching instructions, tips, tricks, and bonus information will be emailed to you each month.
Instructions for assembling your practice “blocks” with a quilt-as-you-go technique, bonus seasonal designs, discounts on selected virtual workshops, helpful videos, thread challenges and exercises, and regular Zoom meetings will be included with this program.
$89. (CD)
That's less than .25 per day!
Register now and receive a coupon for $15. off this year's "Be My Valentine" Virtual Quilt Along"!
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Be My Valentine - Quilt Along
Saturday, February 7, 2026
10:00 to 2:00 (PST)
$35.
Live Via Zoom. All skill levels welcome.
Participants will learn how to make a variety of lovely, Valentine-inspired projects.
Sew along with the group or simply sit back, relax, learn, and enjoy the social activity.
A PDF of the presentation, including all patterns and instructions, plus lifetime email support, is included with your purchase.
This year's projects include two quilts, placemats, a project organizer, quilted Valentine cards, a sweet recipe or two, and more.
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New Date!
"Perfect Balanced Tension" is what every quilter wants, but when and how to adjust our machines can sometimes be a mystery.
Learn how your needle, thread, machine setup, and more can affect the tension of your sewing machine, plus when and how to adjust it, with this relaxing, virtual, lecture-style workshop.
Yes … you are allowed to touch that dial!
Saturday, March 21, 2026
1:00 to 2:00 PM (PDT)
$25.
Payment can be made with PayPal or e-transfer to juliesquiltclass@telus.net
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All skill levels, all machines welcome!
I work primarily on Standard Bed and Mid-Arm machines.
Longarm quilters are welcome to attend.
Back by Popular demand!
Virtual Introduction To Free Motion Quilting
Now Registering
Beginners Class - Domestic or Mid-Arm machine.
Live, Hands-on Via Zoom
Saturday, March 28, 2026
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (PST)
$75.
In this Workshop, you will learn how to set up your machine for successful Free Motion Quilting, the importance of the correct needle/thread/design combination, correct body and hand positioning, when and how to adjust your sewing machine tension, how to correct common issues such as skipped stitches, eyelashing and shredding or breaking thread.
Students will stitch a series of beautiful Free Motion Quilting designs selected to encourage the development of smooth hand movement and fingertip control.
This Workshop includes individual help with machine setup prior to class and unlimited email follow-up.
Register by eTransfer or PayPal at juliesquiltclass@telus.net
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Back by Popular demand!
Virtual
Introduction To Free Motion Quilting
Now Registering
Beginners Class - Domestic or Mid-Arm machine.
Live, Hands-on Via Zoom
Saturday, March 28, 2026
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (PST)
$75.
In this Workshop, you will learn how to set up your machine for successful Free Motion Quilting, the importance of the correct needle/thread/design combination, correct body and hand positioning, when and how to adjust your sewing machine tension, how to correct common issues such as skipped stitches, eyelashing and shredding or breaking thread.
Students will stitch a series of beautiful Free Motion Quilting designs selected to encourage the development of smooth hand movement and fingertip control.
This Workshop includes individual help with machine setup prior to class and unlimited email follow-up.
Register by eTransfer or PayPal at juliesquiltclass@telus.net
Click on the link to pay with Visa or MasterCard.
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Past Virtual Quilt Alongs Purchase Now
Exciting News!
All previous Quilt Alongs are available in PDF format.
Though the in-person event dates have passed, you can still join in on all the fun!
Get a head start on a wide variety of wonderful holiday-themed projects.
With your purchase, you will receive a PDF of the presentation, including all patterns and lifetime email support to work at your own speed, from the comfort of home.
Christmas Quilt Along #4, 2025
All skill levels.
For just $35. you will receive a PDF of the presentation including all patterns and directions, full lifetime support via email, and access to a special Messenger group for extra help and to share your projects.
A wonderful gift for yourself or a friend.
This year’s quick and easy projects will include a quilt, placemats, reversible napkins, several Christmas ornaments, some hand stitching, and more.
All skill levels.
For just $35. you will receive a PDF of the presentation including all patterns and directions, full lifetime support via email, and access to a special Messenger group for extra help and to share your projects.
A wonderful gift for yourself or a friend.
This year’s quick and easy projects will include a quilt, placemats, reversible napkins, several Christmas ornaments, some hand stitching, and more.
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| Pretty Packages All In A Row - Quilt |
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Christmas Quilt Along #3, 2024
$35.
From the comfort of your own home.
You will receive PDF instructions for a variety of wonderful, Christmas-inspired projects.
Full written instructions and unlimited support included.
Projects include two Christmas stockings, a wool felt applique mini pillow, a Wintery, free motion quilting design, some pretty placemats, and a lap-sized quilt.
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| Build A Snowman - Quilt |
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Christmas Quilt Along #2, 2023
$35.
Learn how to make a variety of quick and easy projects that are perfect for gift giving or updating your home's Christmas decor.
Registration includes full support along with a PDF of the entire presentation.
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| Country Christmas Tree Quilt |
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Quilt For Christmas - Quilt Along #1, 2022
From the comfort of your own home.
$35.
Includes pattern handout and email support.
Projects will include a Christmas Stocking (or two), a stunning table runner, fabric gift bags, a Christmas-inspired Free Motion Quilting design, yummy recipes, and much, much more.
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| Peppermint Twist Quilt |
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Valentine Quilt Along #1, 2023
From the comfort of your own home.
You will receive PDF instructions for a variety of wonderful, Valentine-inspired projects. Unlimited support included.
$35.
Purchase by eTransfer or PayPal to juliesquiltclass@telus.net
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Easter Quilt Along #1, 2023
From the comfort of your own home.
You will receive PDF instructions for a variety of wonderful, Easter-inspired projects, including a quilt-as-you-go carrot table runner, ruched flowers, my Spring Equinox quilt in multiple sizes, and 14 Carrot Gold soup. Unlimited email support included.
$35.
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| Spring Equinox Quilt |
Leap Into Spring - Virtual Quilt Along
Oh boy, 2024 was a leap year and you know what that means?
Why an extra day to quilt of course!
Even though we are now in 2026 we can still enjoy these
$35.
You'll learn how to make a variety of easy, spring-inspired projects
including a pretty, pieced flower quilt, a table topper, a sweet pincushion in a flowerpot or vintage planter, a table runner, an exclusive Free Motion Quilting design, and a few surprises.
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Halloween Quilt Along #3
Whether you call it Halloween 
, All-Hallows Eve , or Samhain , this Fall festival is so much fun to decorate for!
, All-Hallows Eve , or Samhain , this Fall festival is so much fun to decorate for!This is, without a doubt, one of my most popular virtual workshops. Learn how to make a variety of Halloween-inspired projects.
Lots of tricks and treats guaranteed.
Receive a detailed supply list and PDF of the presentation, including all patterns and instructions, and lifetime email support.
From the comfort of your own sewing room.
$35.
Purchase by PayPal or eTransfer to juliesquiltclass@telus.net
Or
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Halloween Quilt Along #2
The air is crisp, the leaves are changing colour and the pumpkins are in the field.
From the comfort of your own sewing room.
$35.
There will be lots of Treats, plenty of Tricks, and even a recipe or two.
You will receive a supply list and PDF of the presentation, with all instructions and lifetime email support.
Some projects have a spooky theme, while others are more of a Fall / Winter theme, depending on your fabric choices.
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Halloween Quilt Along #1, 2022
Why should the kids have all the fun!
$35.
Lots of Treats and some wonderful Tricks too including the PDF pattern handout, and lifetime email support.
Patterns include Mini Pumpkin Pincushions, Scary Pillowcases, a Spooky Snacks Table Runner, a Candy Corn Wall Hanging, how to Free Motion Quilt my new Pumpkin design (Party in the Pumpkin Patch), a thread sketch pumpkin suitable for framing or to use as a placemat, and a variety of pumpkin and bat blocks.
Make just one or two for pillows or a bunch to be assembled into a (Mystery) quilt.
The Treat, receive written instructions for all the above projects “witch” will SCREAM Halloween if seasonal fabrics are used.
The Trick, you will learn lots of new techniques, and all projects will magically change from Halloween to any other Season (perhaps Christmas) with just a change of fabric.
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Coming Soon - Virtual Workshops
What is Free Motion Quilting and What Can I Do With It?
Virtual Lecture
New Date Coming Soon
$10. (CAD)
Are you intrigued by Free Motion Quilting but not sure how it’s done or if it is something you want to take time to explore?
Do you have questions about the tools required?
Are you curious about the differences between Thread Painting, Thread Sketching, Background Quilting, Doodle Quilting, Feather Quilting, Ruler Quilting, and more?
In this one-hour introductory session, we will explore the exciting world of Free Motion Quilting and what you can do with it.
This is the perfect session to help new quilters decide which Hands-On classes they are interested in signing up for.
Register by PayPal or e-transfer to
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| A Variety of Free Motion Quilted Background Fill Designs |
How Do I Quilt My Quilt
Hands-on, Virtual Workshop Live Via Zoom
New Date Coming Soon
$50.
Includes live workshop, notes, and full email support.As an instructor, How Do I Quilt My Quilt is one of the questions that I hear most often.
Very view patterns give any advice on how to quilt the finished piece.
With so many styles and types of quilting available to us, this often leaves today’s quilter unsure of where to begin.
In this hands-on, virtual workshop we will begin by addressing the steps to choosing the appropriate quilting style and design, thread (top and bottom), needle, and batting.
Each student will then present their quilt for discussion and advice prior to beginning the quilting process with live instruction from the comfort of your own sewing room.
Register Now by eTransfer or PayPal tojuliesquiltclass@telus.net
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Hands-on, Virtual Workshop
Live Via Zoom
New Date Coming Soon
$50.
Includes live workshop, notes, and full email support.
As an instructor, How Do I Quilt My Quilt is one of the questions that I hear most often.
Very view patterns give any advice on how to quilt the finished piece.
With so many styles and types of quilting available to us, this often leaves today’s quilter unsure of where to begin.
In this hands-on, virtual workshop we will begin by addressing the steps to choosing the appropriate quilting style and design, thread (top and bottom), needle, and batting.
Each student will then present their quilt for discussion and advice prior to beginning the quilting process with live instruction from the comfort of your own sewing room.
Register Now by eTransfer or PayPal to
juliesquiltclass@telus.net
Pay with Visa or MasterCard by clicking on the link.
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Fun With Free Motion Quilting
Virtual Workshop, “Fun with Free Motion Quilting”
Hands On -Via Zoom
From the comfort of your own home.
New dates coming soon!
10:00 to 4:00 (PDT)
$75.
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 how to choose the correct needle/thread/design combination.
All skill levels welcome.
Yes you can!
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Fun With Free Motion Quilting
Free Motion Quilting: The Basics and Beyond
Hands-on - Virtual Workshop Series
New Dates Coming Soon
Email me at juliesquiltclass@telus.net to be on the waiting list.
10:00 to 11:00 (PST)
Or
1:00 to 2:00 (PST)
$98.
New for the Fall, Free Motion Quilting The Basics and Beyond is a six-week Virtual Workshop series designed especially for those who want to learn to free motion quilt or improve their existing skills.
Free Motion Quilting - The Basics and Beyond will allow new quilters to work from home, learn at their own speed, and receive full (lifetime) support.
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Register by eTransfer or PayPal to juliesquiltclass@telus.net
Please indicate Morning or Afternoon Group in the comments.
OR
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10:00 to 11:00 AM (PST)
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Introduction to Thread Painting
Live, Hands-On, via Zoom
Sunday, February 22, 2026
10:00 to 4:00 (PST)
$75.
Thread painting is a Free Motion Quilting technique that uses layers of thread to create the appearance of brush strokes, shadows, depth, and texture.
In this beginner's workshop, students will learn how to turn a photograph into a line drawing, how to use a line drawing to create a fusible appliqué as a base for thread painting, how to use their machines' straight and zig-zag stitches to produce a variety of thread painting effects, and much, much more.
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Thread painting is a Free Motion Quilting technique that uses layers of thread to create the appearance of brush strokes, shadows, depth, and texture.
In this beginner's workshop, students will learn how to turn a photograph into a line drawing, how to use a line drawing to create a fusible appliqué as a base for thread painting, how to use their machines' straight and zig-zag stitches to produce a variety of thread painting effects, and much, much more.
This is the perfect workshop to have fun experimenting with lots of different threads!
During the class, students will work on a small rendition of a rose and will receive the supply list and files for the line drawing as well as the individual pieces reversed for fusible applique` at the time of registration.
All skill levels welcome.
Register with payment by e-transfer or PayPal to
juliesquiltclass@telus.net
All skill levels welcome.
Register with payment by e-transfer or PayPal to
juliesquiltclass@telus.net
Register by Visa or MasterCard by clicking on the link below.
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Thread Painting Techniques
Creating Depth and Dimension
Virtual Workshop
Live, Hands-On, via Zoom.
New Dates Coming Soon
8:00 to 2:00 (PDT)
$75.
In this hands-on workshop, students will learn how to add depth and dimension to their thread painting with free-standing design elements, couching, fabric manipulation, and the use of specialty products such as Mylar and Angelina Fibres.
All machines, all skill levels welcome.
Register with payment by e-transfer or PayPal to
juliesquiltclass@telus.net
Register by Visa or MasterCard by clicking on the link below.
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Whether you call it Halloween, All-Hallows Eve, or Samhain, this Fall festival is a favorite of many.
Due to its popularity, I have decided to make the PDP and email support of this event available year-round.
Lots of tricks and treats are guaranteed.
Register now.
$35.Register by PayPal or eTransfer to juliesquiltclass@telus.netOrClick on the link below to pay with Visa or MastercardBe sure to scroll all the way to the bottom of the page and click on Place Order to complete the transaction.
Whether you call it Halloween, All-Hallows Eve, or Samhain, this Fall festival is a favorite of many.
Due to its popularity, I have decided to make the PDP and email support of this event available year-round.
Lots of tricks and treats are guaranteed.
Register now.
$35.
Register by PayPal or eTransfer to juliesquiltclass@telus.net
Or
Click on the link below to pay with Visa or Mastercard
Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom of the page and click on Place Order to complete the transaction.
Virtual- Christmas Quilt Along 2024
$35.PDF and Recorded Event
Enjoy this event from the comfort of your own sewing room.
The perfect Christmas present for yourself or a friend!Students will receive instructions for a variety of wonderful, Christmas-inspired projects.Full written instructions and unlimited support are included with your registration.This year’s projects include, two Christmas stockings, a wool felt applique mini pillow, a Wintry, free motion quilting design, some pretty placemats, and two quilts.Register by eTransfer or PayPal atjuliesquiltclass@telus.netClick on the link below to register with Visa or Mastercard Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom and click on Place Order to complete the transaction.
Virtual- Christmas Quilt Along 2024
$35.
PDF and Recorded Event
Enjoy this event from the comfort of your own sewing room.
The perfect Christmas present for yourself or a friend!
Students will receive instructions for a variety of wonderful, Christmas-inspired projects.
Full written instructions and unlimited support are included with your registration.
This year’s projects include, two Christmas stockings, a wool felt applique mini pillow, a Wintry, free motion quilting design, some pretty placemats, and two quilts.
Register by eTransfer or PayPal at
juliesquiltclass@telus.net
Click on the link below to register with Visa or Mastercard
Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom and click on Place Order to complete the transaction.
New Dates Coming Soon
Quilting Unusual Fabrics
email me at juliesquiltclass @telus.net to be on the wait list.
Hands on, virtual learning. Sewing machine required.
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| Merino Wool |
Did you know that you can use more than cotton for quilting?
Linen, Wool, Knits, Denim, Satin, and Vinyl are just a few of the specialty fabrics I love to quilt.
Each of these fabrics behaves quite differently.
Some make beautiful quilts while others can be used for items such as handbags, clothing, and home décor.
In this series of virtual classes, we will address fabric stabilization, needle, thread, quilting design, and batting choices for successfully quilting (free motion or walking foot) these unusual fabrics.
Students will work on small samples of each fabric in the comfort of their own home.
Class registration includes;
Six one-hour presentations with a question and answer period.
All information is covered in note form for future reference.
Personal advice and assistance for the duration of the class.
Available as:
Six weekly one-hour sessions.
Students stitch a small sample each week of the highlighted fabric.
New session coming soon.
Cost $150. per student
Spaces limited. Email to sign up.
Supply list and instructions for attending the virtual classes will be Emailed at time of registration.
Kits available on request. Cost to be determined at time of registration.
OR
Two full days.
Day One: 6 Hours + Question and Answer
We will cover three unusual fabrics as students attend a series of one-hour presentations alternating with one hour of stitching time.
Students stitch small samples of three of the highlighted fabrics.
Day Two: 6 Hours + Question and Answer and Show and Share
We will cover the remaining three unusual fabrics as students attend a series of one-hour presentations alternating with one hour of stitching time.
Students stitch small samples of three of the highlighted fabrics.
This more intense class will allow 15-minute breaks in between fabric types with the Show and Share being reserved for the end of Day Two.
Cost $150. per student
Spaces limited. Email me to sign up.
Supply list and instructions for attending the virtual classes will be Emailed at time of registration.
Next session coming soon.
Email for available dates.
Group rates available.
New online session coming soon!
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