INTRODUCTION TO LONGARM MACHINE QUILTING CLASSES
It doesn't matter what brand of machine you own or are thinking about purchasing, you can attend this class.
TAUGHT BY: BEV SIEVERS
INDEPENDENT CLASS COORDINATOR/INSTRUCTOR:
Held at:
Nolting Mfg.
1265 Hawkeye Dr.
Hiawatha, Iowa 52233
East on Boyson Rd (Exit 25) off of Hwy 380, approximately 3 blocks to Hawkeye Dr.
North on Hawkeye Dr. Nolting Mfg is at the end of the block on the East side of the street.
I can hold the class in my Studio in Waterloo Iowa if it is more convenient for the student, especially if a Saturday is needed for the student.
DESCRIPTION OF CLASS:
These classes are on the basics needed to get started, for the wannabe or the beginner quilter. I will explain how to prepare and load a quilt on a machine, the tension adjustments, needles, the threading, and threads, attaching the bindings while the quilt top is on the machine, and some information on tools and supplies needed for a beginner to get off to a good start. Students will drive the machine with I/S and without.
Students will take home any samples that they quilt in class.
SPECIFIC DATES CAN BE REQUESTED
I am flexible in my schedule, so to better help anyone interested in classes I will
schedule classes on dates that best fit the students schedule if at all possible.
I will do one on one classes.
$150.00 per Student
Classes will be held 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (This is flexible)
One hour break for lunch. Students will be responsible for their own lunches.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Deposit of 50% of class fee for each class taken is due upon
acceptance of registration. Balance due upon arrival at the workshop.
All checks should be made payable to Bev Sievers.
Contact Independent Class Coordinator/Instructor, Bev Sievers at basketsnquilts@mchsi.com or dancingthreads@mchsi.com or
call 319-236-2279 to register.
Basic Longarm: This class is for anyone who is considering buying a longarm, has just ordered a machine, or already has their machine and need to know how to use it.
This class covers everything in the Introduction to Longarm listed above, and also includes basic machine maintenance, what threads to use, common tension problems, freehand, working with patterns, and using templates. This is a full day class, with morning and afternoon breaks, plus a half hour for lunch.
You Can Quilt It!, 2462 Blackcraig Street Henderson, NV 89044
Price :
$50
Description :
Basic Longarm /Ready for Rental: This class is for anyone wanting to know the basics of longarm quilting or rent time on the machine.
It is a basic class to get you familiar with the machine, safety around a longarm, what you need to know about tops, backing, and batting choices. You will also learn how to load a quilt, thread, and run the machine. You will have hands on time with the machine to practice what you've learned. You will also receive printed notes including tips on how to best utilize your rental time and appropriate projects for beginning longarm quilters. This class runs 3 hours and is required for rental time. It is strongly recommended that no longer than one week passes between your class and first rental session.
The class will cover the basics needed for you to get started on your longarm machine. We'll discuss loading your machine, threads to use, needles, tension problems, batting and supplies needed to care for your machine.
We'll cover freehand, working with patterns and using templates. We'll also use the machine with and without the stitch regulator.
Price: $125 or FREE with your purchase of a machine.
