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
juliesquiltclass@telus.net

Use the link below to register with Visa, American Express or MasterCard

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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!

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

Use the link below to pay with Visa, MasterCard, or American Express

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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!

Perfect Balanced Tension - Virtual Workshop

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!

Sunday, September 7

1:00 to 2:00 PM (PDT)

$25.

All Access Pass holders from the Free Motion Quilting Summit 2025, please insert your bonus coupon at checkout.

The coupon is valid until December 31, so I will add additional dates as needed.

Payment can be made with PayPal or e-transfer to juliesquiltclass@telus.net

To pay with Visa or Mastercard, or to use a coupon, please use the link below

Don’t forget to go all the way to the bottom and click on place order to finalize the sale.

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Your Zoom invitation will be emailed to you one week prior to the event.

Virtual - Christmas Quilt Along 2024

It’s that most wonderful time of the year!

Registration is now open for my

Virtual- Christmas Quilt Along 2024

Saturday, December 7’ 2024

8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (PST)

$35.

Live, Via Zoom

From the comfort of your own home.

Open workshop, all skill levels.

The perfect early Christmas present for yourself or a friend!

Students will receive instructions for a variety of wonderful, Christmas-inspired projects and then work on their choice during the live class.

Full written instructions and unlimited support are included with your registration.

This year’s projects will include, two Christmas stockings, a wool felt applique mini pillow, a Wintry, free motion quilting design, some pretty placemats, and a lap-sized quilt.

Register by eTransfer or PayPal at

juliesquiltclass@telus.net

Click on the link below to register with Visa or Mastercard

https://square.link/u/xIDIQldt

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

More open Virtual Workshops, registering now.

Click on the Register Now - Virtual Classes Tab at the top of this page.

In-person and Virtual Workshops are available for guilds, groups, and conferences. Click on the Tabs at the top of this screen for further information or email me at juliesquiltclass@telus.net

Welcome Fall

Sunny days, crisp clear nights, a bountiful harvest, a cozy fire, the sound and smell of rain, pumpkin spice everything, pumpkin quilts, Halloween, fresh corn on the cob, learning something new, fall leaves, brilliant colors, hockey season, the sound of geese migrating, sunflowers blooming, time spent with family, teaching new classes…Happy Fall!

We've been blessed with a huge harvest of squash and pumpkins this Fall, with the garden producing everything from blue and orange Cinderella pumpkins to Golden Hubbard Squash, one of my favorites, and even the tiniest, ornamental mini pumpkins.

Believe it or not, we didn't even plant any squash this year. They all just grew naturally as a result of mulching the seed scrapings from pumpkins and squash we've purchased over the last two or three years. The harvest was super fun because we didn't know what types of squash we were growing until they actually matured.

The pumpkin/squash patch was huge and healthy. 

It even went as far as to grow up into the neighbor's tree!

Fall flowers are equally gorgeous. 

There's color inspiration for my next quilt everywhere I look!

Virtual Workshops Now Registering ..... Learn How to Free Motion Quilt

Fall is such an exciting time of year. 

I love the changing weather with sunny days and crisp, cool nights.

It's also the perfect time of year to learn something new.

After all, we should have the fun of going back to school too!

Here are two of my Virtual Workshops that are currently registering.

Both are for those wanting to learn how to Free Motion Quilt or improve their existing skills.

The first Workshop is an intensive one-day course while the second option allows the student to learn slowly over several weeks. 

Starting soon. Register Now!

Virtual

Introduction To Free Motion Quilting

Beginners Class, Domestic or Mid-Arm machine.

Live, Hands-on Via Zoom

New Date, Saturday, September 21, 2024

8:00 AM to 2:00 PM (PDT)

$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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Free Motion Quilting the Basics and Beyond

Hands-on - Virtual Workshop Series

Live Session

Tuesday, September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29

11:00 to 1:00 (PDT)

$98.

Beginners Class, Domestic or Mid-Arm machine.

New for Fall, Free Motion Quilting

The Basics and Beyond is a six-week, Virtual Workshop series designed especially for those who would like to learn to free motion quilt or improve their existing skills.

Free Motion Quilting - The Basics and Beyond will allow the new quilter to work from the comfort of home to learn at their own speed with full (lifetime) support.

Students will receive PDF notes from each week's presentation in addition to extensive notes on this blog and full email support so there is no need to worry if you miss any or all of the live sessions.

Topics Include

* What exactly is Free Motion Quilting and what can we do with it?

* How to choose the correct needle and thread combinations for successful Free Motion Quilting.

* Preparing your sewing machine with personalized instructions for your specific machine.

* Fearless tension adjustment.

* Correct body and hand positioning for smooth movement, accuracy, and muscle relaxation.

* How to develop fingertip control for smooth, even stitching.

* A progression of Free Motion Quilting designs that can be used as background fill or all-over quilting.

Register by eTransfer or PayPal to juliesquiltclass@telus.net

Register with Visa or Mastercard by clicking on the link below.

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

More Workshops Registering Now!

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