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.

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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

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.

Who will it be?

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

 

Painting with Thread, Virtual Workshop

 

Painting With Thread

New Virtual Workshop, Registering Now

Live VIA Zoom 

Sunday, August 16, 2026

10:00 to 2:00 (PT)

$45.

This creative and artistic form of Free Motion Quilting can be used to add texture, depth, and detail to art quilts, portrait quilts, landscape quilts, mixed media, garments, panel quilts, and more.

Learn the basics of Thread Painting in this fun and inspiring workshop.

Work at your own speed while you quilt a panel or printed fabric of your choice.

All skill levels - all machines.

Register with PayPal or eTransfer to
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Free Motion Quilting - Design of the Month

Register now for July/August/September

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.

The supply list and information regarding our next live Zoom meeting will be sent to you upon registration.

Each month, you will receive an email with instructions on how to stitch one of my exclusive, free-motion quilting designs along with a variety of exciting educational materials.

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)

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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!

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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.

 

Machine Quilting With Multiple Threads

The stitching appears as soft orange on the blue fabrics.

During my last post, I asked if you noticed anything different about this thread and promised to tell you what it is.

The answer?

It’s two threads run through the needle at the same time!

The same thread combination appears to be soft blue on the orange fabrics.

For this particular quilt, I wanted a 40-weight trilobal polyester for the quilting but…I couldn’t find the perfect colour.

I settled on the two best options, but when test stitching, I found that the orange was too subtle and the blue was too strong.

My solution, run them both together.

My machine is threaded with two spools of thread.

 

Both threads go through the eye of a Topstitch 90/14 Needle

This fun technique allows the threads to twist together as you stitch, creating a totally different effect.

In this case, the two colours complement each other for a soft and subtle appearance that seems to change between orange and blue depending on the fabric being stitched.

I’m really happy with the results!

For lot’s more weekly tips check out my new Facebook page Machine Quilting Show and Share

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #446

New Free Motion Quilting Design #446, "Periwinkle Vine"

This new, free motion quilting design, inspired by the wonders of Autumn (yes, I'm still doing catch-up), has been named.

The winner was chosen by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, September 28, 2025.

This design is now called "Periwinkle Vine".

Thank you and congratulations to Pam Bretz Sommers of Forest, Indiana, USA for suggesting this wonderful, winning name.

Julies Quilt Class - New Free Motion Quilting Design #445

New Free Motion Quilting Design #445, "Fairy Wings"

This new free motion quilting design, once again, continues the transformation of my previous design.

It was named by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram), with a little help from a random name picker, at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, September 21, 2025.

This design is now called "Fairy Wings".

Thank you and congratulations to Leslie McVicar of Ladysmith BC for suggesting this wonderful, winning name!

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #442

New Free Motion Quilting Design #442, "Pansies."

I promised that last free motion quilting design would morph into something even more amazing!

I’m using FabuLux, trilobal polyester thread for this sample so I’m stitching the design fairly large and I think that it may be a new favourite!

Named by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, August 31, 2025, this design is now called “Pansies”.

Thank you and congratulations to Carol Matthews-Kostamo for suggesting this wonderful, winning name!

Carol is from Campbell River, BC.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #439

New Free Motion Quilting Design #439 "Coffee Beans"

This new, free motion quilting design, inspired by a news article about the rising cost of this global favourite morning ritual, has been named.

The winner was chosen by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PDT) on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Yep, I'm doing a major catch up :)

There were many brilliant name suggestions and lively voting on both the original post and several shares.

The winning name was however, your clear favourite.

This design is now called “Coffee Beans”.

Thank you and congratulations to Pam Bretz Sommers who had the earliest time stamp for suggesting this wonderful, winning name.

Pam is from Forest, Indiana, USA.

Be My Valentine - Virtual Quilt Along

 

Be My Valentine - Virtual Quilt Along

The live event has passed, but you can still enjoy all the patterns and support.

$35.

Learn how to make a variety of lovely, Valentine-inspired projects.

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.

Register with PayPal or eTransfer to juliesquiltclass@telus.net

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