Julies Quilt Class

Thursday, 27 April 2023

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #316

A FMQ design of blue lines on a mottled blue background

New Free Motion Quilting Design #316 "Paisley Feathers"

This new, Free Motion Quilting design has been named.

Stitch it big and bold with a contrasting thread to really see the design or a blending thread for great all over texture.

Use a fine thread if you want to stitch it small.

The perfect design to practice your feather motifs.

The winning name was chosen by popular vote (Facebook / Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PST) on Sunday, April 2, 2023.

This design is now called "Paisley Feathers”.

Thank you and congratulations to Val Ansell of Nanaimo B.C. for suggesting this wonderful, winning name!

New virtual and in-person workshops registering now for guilds, groups and individuals.

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

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #315

White lines on a blue background form a new FMQ design

New Free Motion Quilting Design #315 "Lily of the Valley"

This new Free Motion Quilting design has been named.

The winner was chosen by popular vote (Facebook / Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PST) on Sunday, March 26, 2023.

By an clear majority this design is now called

“Lily of the Valley”!

Thank you and congratulations to Chris Rolls of Lake Cowichan B.C. for suggesting this wonderful winning name.

New virtual workshops registering now.

Click on the Register Now Tab at the top of this page for more information.

Tuesday, 28 March 2023

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #314

A stitched design of swirling flowers on yellow fabric

New Free Motion Quilting Design #314 "Sunshine and Flowers"

This weeks new Free Motion Quilting design has been named.

It is one of my favourite, swirl based designs to stitch and is perfect for beginners to learn to FMQ.

The winner was chosen by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PST) on Sunday, March 19, 2023.

This design is now called “Sunshine and Flowers”.

Thank you and congratulations to Irene Harvalias of New Westminster B.C. for suggesting this wonderful winning name!

Stitched on a Standard Bed machine.

Virtual workshops registering now.

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

Have fun and remember to Like, Comment and Share so your friends can play too!

Click on the links to follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Feedspot.

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #313

Red and grey variegated stitching of swirls and flowers

New Free Motion Quilting Design #313 "Wind Blossoms"

This new, Free Motion Quilting design has been named.

There were so many fabulous suggestions that I’m really glad that I don’t have to decide!

The winner was chosen by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) with a little help from a random picker at 6:00 PM (PST) on Sunday, March 12, 2023.

This design is now called “Wind Blossoms”.

Thank you and congratulations to Jennifer A Goodwin for suggesting this wonderful winning name.

Jennifer is from Kitchener Ontario.

Stitched on a Standard Bed machine with FabuLux FB39 “Newsprint” from WonderFil Specialty Threads

Virtual Workshops registering now.

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

Monday, 27 March 2023

Now Registering - Easter Quilt Along

It’s time to Register for my Virtual - Easter Quilt Along

Live via Zoom, from the comfort of your own sewing room.

Saturday, April 1, 2023
 
10:00 to 4:00 (PDT)

$25.

Payable by eTransfer or PayPal to juliesquiltclass@telus.net

Click on the link below to pay with  Visa or MasterCard 

https://square.link/u/1tw7XSA6

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

You will receive a confirmation email once the payment is processed

Attendees will learn how to make my beautiful "Spring Equinox" quilt, a bunny pincushion, a carrot table runner and how to stitch my "14 Carrot Gold" free motion quilting design.

I hope you'll join the fun!

Spring Equinox Quilt

Sunday, 19 March 2023

Julies Name Game - New Free Motion Quilting Design #312

New Free Motion Quilting Design #312 "An Irish Spring"

The perfect design for new quilters, I've stitched this Free Motion Quilting design for some time but it has only just been named.

The winner was chosen by popular vote (Facebook & Instagram) at 6:00 PM (PST) on Sunday, March 5, 2023.

This design is now called “An Irish Spring”.

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

New Beginners Workshop registering now.

Information under the tab at the top of this page.

Sunday, 26 February 2023

Virtual Free Motion Quilting Workshops Now Registering

New Date - Now Registering 

“Fun with Free Motion Quilting”

Virtual Workshop, Hands On -Via Zoom

From the comfort of your own home.
Standard Bed (Domestic) and Mid-Arm machines

Saturday, March 4, 2023
10:00 to 4:00 (PST)

$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 machines tension and how to choose the correct needle/thread/design combination.

Registration includes individual help with machine setup prior to class and unlimited email follow up.

All skill levels welcome.

Yes you can!

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

Click on the link below to pay with Visa or MasterCard.

https://square.link/u/N52lbspD

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

New Date - Now registering

"Introduction To Free Motion Quilting" 
Beginners Class

Domestic or Mid-Arm machine.
Virtual Workshop, Live, Hands-on, Via Zoom

Saturday, March 11, 2023
10:00 to 4:00 (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 plus how to correct common issues such as skipped stitches, shredded and breaking thread and eyelashing.

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.
https://square.link/u/23mVQtfD

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

UPCOMING CLASSES.

Quilt Canada 2025 Toronto, Ontario, Canada ............................................................. Thursday, June 19, 8:30 to 4:00 Workshop............ Free Form Botanical Quilting with Appliqué.... Only 5 spots available. ............................................................. Thursday, June 19, 7:30 PM............ Group Lecture.......... Quilty Sew and Tell ............................................................. Friday, June 20, 8:30 to 4:00 Workshop..... Inspired Free Motion Quilting Only 5 spots available. ............................................................ Saturday, June 21, 8:30 to 11:30 AM Workshop............. The Magic of Thread Painting Sold Out .............................................................. Saturday, June 21, 1:00 to 4:00 PM Free Motion Quilting with Stencils............... Sold Out ******************************************* Fun With Free Motion Quilting Virtual Workshop Open Registration New Date Sunday, September 7, 2025 10:00 to 4:00 (PDT) Improve your Free Motion Quilting skills as you learn a selection of my most popular FMQ designs. $75. All skill levels welcome. Click on the Now Registering- Virtual Classes tab for more information and to register. ******************************************** Sizzling Summer Quilt Along Open Registration - Everyone Welcome Hands-On Virtual Workshop VIA Zoom Sunday, August 24, 2025 10:00 to 4:00 (PST) Lots of Fun and Free Patterns! Click on the Now Registering- Virtual Classes tab for more information and to register. ******************************************* Virtual Workshop Introduction to Free Motion Quilting Sunday July 13' 2025 10:00 to 4:00 (PDT) Learn to Free Motion Quilt from the comfort of your own home with a full day of live instruction plus personal attention to aid you with machine set up and stitching homework. Click on the Registering Now-Virtual Workshops tab for registration links and more information. ****************************************** Free Lecture "What is Free Motion Quilting And What Can You Do With It" Sunday, July 6' 2025 4:00 to 5:00 PM (PDT) This is an exciting introduction to the many different types of free motion quilting. Registration open to all. Click on the Now Registering- Virtual Classes tab for more information and to register. ******************************************* If you are lucky enough to be in the Nanaimo area I have a variety of in person classes available at Snip & Stitch Sewing Centre. Click on the direct link to see what's available. I hope you'll join me!