A Needle Pulling Thread - Issue 70

My Eternal Love Anniversary Quilt is a gem-inspired design that honours 20 years of A Needle Pulling Thread Magazine with meaning and elegance. 

It was included in ANPTmag Issue 70

Eternal Love

Symbolizing growth, harmony, and lasting commitment, the quilt features emerald tones and platinum accents across three striking blocks assembled into a 48½” x 48½” layout. 

Versatile for use as a lap quilt, table topper, or wall quilt, it includes step-by-step piecing instructions and is suitable for all skill levels. 

The pattern also features my original “Happy Asterverstarry” free-motion quilting motif instructions, inspired by the traditional 20th anniversary flower, making this a meaningful and creative celebration.

You can purchase the individual pattern here:

A Needle Pulling Thread / Eternal Love: A Gem Inspired Quilt for All Occasions

I would love to see pictures of your quilts made from this pattern!

Teaching at Quilt Canada 2025

The 2025 Quilt Canada classes and lectures are up on the Canadian Quilters Association website and I'm thrilled to announce that I am one of the instructors!

Registration for Workshops, Lectures, and Tours opens on February 25, 2025, for CQA/ACC Members.

Registration for all opens on March 12, 2025.

Click on the link below for more information.

https://canadianquilter.com/quilt-canada-2025-classes.../

I hope to see you there!

Virtual Workshop ... Julies Name Game - Stitch Ten (Top Namer) Designs

Special Announcement!

Have you been wondering who the top Julies Name Game winners are?  

I finally counted to see who has the most naming wins from my first 300 designs.

The results might just surprise you!

You will find them listed on Facebook, Instagram and at the end of this post.

To celebrate I will be having a special Virtual Workshop!

Julies Name Game - Stitch Ten Free Motion Quilting Designs

Live, Hands-on, Via Zoom

Sunday, July 15 2023

10:00 to 4:00 (PDT)

Just $75. for a full day of hands on learning.

You will learn how to stitch ten exclusive Free Motion Quilting designs, each named and chosen by the top ten winning namers.

This workshop is a wonderful way to expand your Free Motion Quilting skills.

Registration is open all machines.

Confident beginner and up.

Surprise!!!

There was a three way tie for the final top namer so you will learn a bonus 11th design.

Register with eTransfer or PayPal at juliesquiltclass@telus.net

Register with Visa or MasterCard by clicking on the link below.
Please scroll all the way to the bottom and click on Place Order in order to complete the transaction.

https://square.link/u/KlPdVZoT

And the top namers are;

Irene Harvalias from New Westminster BC with 26 names.

Philippa Zapf of Nanaimo BC is a close second with 25 names.

Roy Plotniko, my very sweet husband from Parksville BC is in third place with 18.

Val Ansell of Nanaimo BC and

Brenda Zaharichuk Grayston of Nanoose Bay BC each have 14.

Nancy Carscadden Philips of Nanaimo BC has 10.

Janet Taylor of Cobourg Ontario and Chrisanne Kotzian of Parksville BC have 9 each.

Leslie Graham of Nanaimo BC, Jackie Roy of Winnipeg Manitoba and Tracy Vermilyea Thompson of New Westminster BC each have 7.

Congratulations

to you all!

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #232

New Free Motion Quilting Design #232

 Under my needle for you today, another playful new Free Motion Quilting design.

What do you think it’s name should be?

Comment below to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote (here, Facebook and/or Instagram)at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday Aug. 22, 2021.

The thread used for this sample is WonderFil FabuLux FB06 Fruit Salad in both the needle and bobbin.

Click on the WonderFil Affiliate Badge to purchase.

Virtual and In Person classes available in both technique and design. 

Update! We have a winner!

This design is now called “Frazzled”.

Thank you and congratulations to Jaynie Himsl of Regina Saskatchewan for suggesting this weeks winning name!

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #230

New Free Motion Quilting Design #230

I try to spend some time each day to just relax and doodle.                                                                            I hope you do too!

This new Free Motion Quilting design is the result of playing in my sketch book.

What do you think it’s name should be?

Comment below (or on Facebook and/or Instagram) to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote (here and on Facebook and/or Instagram ) at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday Aug. 8, 2021.

UPDATE !

This design is now called “Carnations”.
Thank you and congratulations to Philippa Zapf of Nanaimo B.C. for suggesting this winning name.

The thread used for this sample is WonderFil Polyfast PF1012 “Salmon Pink”, 40 weight Trilobal polyester in both the needle and bobbin.                                        Click on the WonderFil link to purchase.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #229

New Free Motion Quilting Design #229

This new Free Motion Quilting Design was inspired by a doodle in one of my older journals.

What do you think it’s name should be?

Comment below (or on Facebook and/or Instagram) to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday Aug. 2021.

The thread used for this sample is WonderFil FabuLux 40 weight Trilobal polyester FB10 “Aquarium” in both the needle and bobbin.
Click on the WonderFil link at the top of this page to purchase.

I will be teaching a virtual class on Free motion Quilting this Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00 PDT

Cost $20.

Payment to juliesquiltclass@telus.net by e-transfer or PayPal to register.

Please include your name and Email in the comments so that I can send you the class link.

Hope to see you online :)

***Update***

Thank you all those who attended my virtual class.

It was lovely to meet you all! 

AND

This new free motion quilting design has been named.

It is now called “Baby’s Bonnets”.

Thank you and congratulations to Grace Lawrence of Parksville B.C. for suggesting this winning name!

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #228

 

New Free Motion Quilting Design #228

Here for you is my new Free Motion Quilting design number 228.

What do you think it’s name should be?

Comment below to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote (Facebook / Instagram and juliesquiltclass.blogspot.com) at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday July 25, 2021.

The thread used for this sample is WonderFil FabuLux 40 weight Trilobal polyester FB11 "In The Pinks" in both the needle and bobbin.

Click on the WonderFil link to purchase.

Would you like to learn more about Free Motion Quilting?

New Virtual class registering now!

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #226

New Free Motion Quilting Design #226

Here for you is my Free Motion Quilting design number 226.

What do you think it’s name should be?
Comment below (or on Facebook and/or Instagram) to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday July 11, 2021.

Update!

This design has been named.

It is now called "Kermit's Feet".

Thank you and congratulations to Philippa Zapf of Nanaimo B.C. for suggesting this winning name.

The thread used for this sample is WonderFil Polyfast PF6482 (Burnt Lime) 40 weight polyester in both the needle and bobbin.

Would you like to know more about Free Motion Quilting, how it works and all its possibilities?

New one hour virtual presentation July 31, registering now. 

More information on the previous post or under the Virtual Class Tab.

Spaces are limited so register now to avoid disappointment.

What Is Free Motion Quilting and What Can You Do With It - Exciting New Virtual Session

 

What is Free Motion Quilting and What Can You Do With It

Are you intrigued by Free Motion Quilting but not sure how it’s done or if it is something you want to take more 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’ll 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 on signing up for (more coming soon).

Cost $20. CAD  ($18. US)  

Now registering for Saturday June 25’ 2022                  10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (PST)

Participants will be able to log on (Zoom platform) 15 minutes prior to the start of the session to check their connections and to introduce themselves.

Session will be followed by a short question and answer period.

Payment by PayPal or e-transfer to juliesquiltclass@telus.net

For e-transfer please put What is FMQ, your name and e mail in the message box so that I can send you the class link and information.

If paying with PayPal please e-mail me your information.

This presentation is open to guilds, groups and individuals.

Registration is limited so please sign up in advance to avoid disappointment.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #224

New Free Motion Quilting Design #224 "Fan Tango"

Just a playful design that would be equally at home as a background design or used for all over texture.

What do you think this new Free Motion Quilting design should be named ?

Comment below or on  Facebook and/or Instagram (links at top of page) to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday June 27, 2021.

*Edit

This design has been named and the winner is 

“Fan Tango”.

Thank you and congratulations to Cathy Martino of Nanoose, B.C. for suggesting this winning name!

The thread used for this sample is one of my favorites, WonderFil FabuLux trilobal polyester FB 27 “Rocking Horse” in both the needle and bobbin.

Hand guided free motion quilting on a standard bed machine.

Virtual classes available for guilds, groups and individuals.

Follow me on Facebook / Instagram / Bloglovin and Feedspot.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #223

New Free Motion Quilting Design "Hosta"

This new Free Motion Quilting design has been named.

The winner,  chosen by popular vote (Facebook / Instagram) at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday June 20, 2021 is “Hosta”.

Thank you and congratulations to Barb Jarman of Nanaimo B.C. for suggesting this winning name!

The thread used for this sample is WonderFil Mirage 30 weight rayon MR37 in the needle and InvisiFil 100 weight polyester IF724 in the bobbin.

Purchase your threads and other supplies by clicking on the WonderFil link.

Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Feedspot and Bloglovin.

Classes available in both technique and design.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #222

New Free Motion Quilting Design #222 "Paisley Ferns"

This easy breezy design from my sketch book has been named.

The winner, chosen by popular vote (Facebook / Instagram) at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday June 13, 2021 is “Paisley Ferns”.

Thank you and congratulations to 

Catherine Henderson of Kelowna for suggesting this winning name.

Sample is stitched with WonderFil FabuLux 40 weight trilobal polyester color FB 30 Lullaby.

Click on the WonderFil Icon at the top of the page to purchase.

Virtual classes available in both technique and design.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #218

New Free Motion Quilting Design #218 "Mystic Bouquet"

Inspired by an idea from one of my sketchbooks, please help me name this weeks whimsical new Free Motion Quilting design!

Comment below to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote (here, on Facebook and Instagram ) at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday May 16, 2021.

Update!!!

This design has been named.

As always, your suggestions were wonderful.

The winner was chosen by popular vote with a little help from a random name picker.

This design is now called “Mystic Bouquet”.

Thank you and congratulations to Roy Plotniko of Parksville B.C. (my very own Sweetheart) on your last minute win.

The thread used to stitch this design is WonderFil FabuLux FB28 Cuddle.

Click on the link at the side of this page to purchase this and other WonderFil products.

Follow me on Feedspot, Bloglovin,  Facebook and Instagram.

New virtual classes registering now.

Hope to see you there!

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #217

 

New Free Motion Quilting Design #217

Did you think I forgot you?

Oh no, not me, this is a special anniversary you see!

In 2017 I began creating a series of new free motion quilting designs for a new class I would be teaching entitled “Inspiration To Design”.

I was stumped on what to name the first design so on May 7, 2017,
I posed the question on Facebook and Instagram ....
What do you think this new Free Motion Quilting design should be named ?

There was an overwhelming response, the names were fabulous and everyone had such fun that I’ve been posting a new design each week ever since.

Follow me on Facebook / Instagram / Feedspot and Bloglovin.

New classes registering now.

Click on the Virtual Classes Tab for more information.

I use these designs to teach many classes such as Free Motion Quilting For Beginners, Botanical Quilting, Make Mine Modern and more.

Full information can found under the Classes and Virtual Classes Tabs at the top of the page.

Now please won’t you help me name design number 217?

Comment below to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote (here and on Facebook and/or Instagram ) at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday May 9, 2021.

This design has been named!

This Free Motion Quilting design is now called “Fantango”.

Thank you and congratulations to Philippa Zapf of Nanaimo B.C. for suggesting this winning name!

It continues to amaze me how often you see what I'm thinking of!

My inspiration for this design was a piece of ballroom dance music played on a harp. 

Follow me on Facebook / Instagram / Feedspot / Bloglovin.

Registering now for Virtual Classes.

Click on the Virtual Classes Tab at the top of this page for more information and to register.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #216

New Free Motion Quilting Design #216 "Court Jester"

 Inspiration comes in many forms and from many places.

Though this design was inspired by the wide variety of interesting sea stars I saw while recently watching a documentary about ocean life I absolutely love how you often see something totally different.

I see it now too!

This new Free Motion Quilting design has been named. 

The winner was chosen by popular vote, here and on Facebook and Instagram at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday May 2, 2021.

This design is now called  “Court Jester”!

Thank you and congratulations to Jackie Roy of Winnipeg Manitoba for suggesting this weeks winning name!

Follow me here and on Facebook and/or Instagram to help me name next weeks new free motion quilting design. 

Links are at the top of this page.

Now registering for new Virtual classes.

Click on the Tab at the top of this page for further information.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #215

New Free Motion Quilting Design #215

 Inspiration comes in many forms and from many places.

As often happens, this design was inspired by one of my previous Free Motion Quilting designs, number 178. (I’ll let you look up it’s wonderful name).

What do you think this weeks new Free Motion Quilting design should be named ?

Comment below to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote (here, on Facebook and/or Instagram )at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday April 25, 2021.

Sample stitched on Sue Spargo Merino Wool.
Thread is WonderFil FabuLux Trilobal Polyester colour FB13

Links to my social media accounts are at the top of this page.

Update!!!

This weeks new Free Motion Quilting design has been named.
The winner was chosen by popular vote (here, Facebook and Instagram ) with a little help from a random name picker at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday April 25, 2021.

This design is now called “Mighty Oak”.

Thank you and congratulations to Grace Lawrence of Parksville B.C. for suggesting this weeks winning name!

Free Motion Quilting on Wool - A New Class Sample

 Quilting Unusual Fabric (wool) and Building Fancy Feathers

 

This recent finish was created as a dual sample for my classes Quilting Unusual Fabrics and Building Fancy Feathers.

It is free motion quilted on Marino Wool.

Threads are both from WonderFil Specialty Threads, Accent for the feather and FabuLux for the background quilting.

Batting is two layers of Hobbs Tuscany Wool on top of one layer of bonded cotton.

Quilting Unusual Fabrics

Did you know that you can use more than cotton for quilting?

Wool, Linen, 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 can be used to make make beautiful quilts while others can be used for items such as handbags, clothing and home décor.

This series of virtual sessions will address fabric stabilization, needle, thread and batting choices for successfully quilting these unusual fabrics.

Next session starts June 5, 2021

Please click on the virtual classes tab at the top of this page for further information. 

Building Fancy Feathers

Feather Quilting has a timeless beauty that perfectly suits both the most Classic or Modern quilt and everything in between.

In this virtual class we will go beyond the basic feather as students learn how to design and stitch fancy building feathers that will add the wow factor to any quilt. 

Please click on the virtual classes tab at the top of this page for further information. 

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #214

New Free Motion Quilting Design #214

 Inspiration comes in many forms and from many places.

I love to teach Free Motion Quilting and all it’s nuances.

It is my belief that it's not enough to teach a series of designs without giving my students the tools that they need to use what they’ve learned.

This design was inspired by my desire to include examples of some small, easy to finish free motion quilting projects in my classes on both technique and design.

What do you think this new Free Motion Quilting design should be named ?

Click on Comment below to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote (Facebook and Instagram and this Blog)at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday April 18, 2021.

I will reveal the finished project soon!

The thread used in this sample is WonderFil Polyfast 6543.

Update!

This new Free Motion Quilting design has been named.
The winner, chosen by popular vote at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday April 18, 2021 is “Flowing Fronds”.

Thank you and congratulations to Wanda Sotkowy of Victoria BC for suggesting this weeks winning name!

Currently booking Virtual classes for 2021/2022.

Further information in the tabs at the top of this page.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #213

New Free Motion Quilting Design #213

The days are getting longer and it’s time to plant the garden.

What do you think this new Free Motion Quilting design should be named?

Comment below or on this post on Facebook and/or Instagram to suggest a name or vote for your favorite.

Links at the top of this page.

The winner will be chosen by popular vote at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday April 11, 2021.

Post Update!

This new Free Motion Quilting design has been named.

The winner was chosen by popular vote (Facebook and Instagram and my blog) with a little help from a random name picker at 6:00 PM (Pacific) on Sunday April 11, 2021.

This design is now called “Butterfly Garden”.

Thank you and congratulations to Brenda Zaharichuk Grayston of Nanoose Bay B.C. for suggesting this winning name.