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Nolting Manufacturing
1265 Hawkeye Dr.
Hiawatha, Iowa 52233
P: (319) 378-0999
F: (319) 378-1026
nolting@nolting.com |
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You have 0 items in your cart. | View Cart Classes | Name : | Introduction to Longarm Machine Quilting |
| Dates : | By Appointment |
| Location : | Nolting Factory |
| Price : | $150 |
| Description : | 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.
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| Instructor : | Bev Sievers
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| | Name : | Basic Longarm |
| Dates : | Call for dates |
| Location : | Henderson, NV 89044 |
| Price : | $100 |
| Description : | 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.
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| Instructor : | Sonia Hensley
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| Instructor Bio : | Nolting Dealer
(702) 614-6159 |
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| | Name : | Beginning Longarm Class |
| Dates : | by appointment |
| Location : | Mifflinville, PA |
| Price : | $125 |
| Description : | or FREE with the purchase of Nolting Machine
This class is for the beginning machine quilter, or those considering purchasing a longarm or shortarm machine.
This class covers all the basics needed to get started. We'll discuss batting, thread, needles, fabrics and quilting designs to achieve the desired look.
We'll also cover needles, tools and basic supplies needed to get started. We'll learn about thread tension and how to adjust it and experiment with specialty threads.
Basic machine maintenance is also covered in this class.
We'll prepare and load a quilt and quilt it, using edge to edge and freehand designs. We'll also use the machine with and without the stitch regulator.
You'll be provided with a class handout, a list of recommended suppliers, and you'll take home samples that you quilted in class.
Lunch and all materials are provided.
Class time is from 10:00 til 4:00 |
| Instructor : | Mindy Caspersen
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| Instructor Bio : | Mindy has been longarm machine quilting for 5 years. She became a Nolting dealer and instructor 2 years ago.
www.angelthreadsquilting.com
mindy@angelthreadsquilting.com
570 752 2251 |
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| | Name : | Advanced Skills Class |
| Dates : | by appointment |
| Location : | Mifflinville, PA |
| Price : | $150 |
| Description : | This class is for those machine quilters who are comfortable with their machines.
We'll cover stitch-in-the-ditch, border, sashing block designs and stabilizing the quilt. We'll use rulers, templates and stencils in this class. We'll mark our designs with white chalk, blue chalk and black light powder. You'll learn how to resize your designs and how to use tissue paper and water soluble stabilizer to trace designs. You'll also learn how to turn the quilt to complete border designs and how to attach the binding using the longarm machine.
We'll also discuss methods to hel with those "problem" quilts. You'll also learn 2 different trapunto methods and several background fillers to make your trapunto outstanding!
Lunch and all materials are provided.
Class time is from 10:00 til 4:00
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| Instructor : | Mindy Caspersen
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| Instructor Bio : | Mindy has been longarm machine quilting for 5 years. She became a Nolting dealer and instructor 2 years ago.
www.angelthreadsquilting.com
mindy@angelthreadsquilting.com
570 752 2251 |
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| | Name : | Basic Longarm /Ready for Rental |
| Dates : | call for dates |
| Location : | 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.
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| Instructor : | Sonia Hensley
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| Instructor Bio : | Nolting Dealer
(702) 614-6159 |
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| | Name : | Basic Longarm |
| Dates : | Saturday appointments only |
| Location : | Inver Grove Heights, Mn 55076 |
| Price : | see below |
| Description : | 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. |
| Instructor : | Mary Ann Hansen
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| Instructor Bio : | Nolting Dealer
Phone: 651-455-1923
Fax: 651-455-1423
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| | Name : | Beginners Longarm Class |
| Dates : | Offered several times each week. |
| Location : | Houston, Texas |
| Price : | $125.00 or free w/p |
| Description : | The class covers all of the beginning longarm info, and techniques. Everything you need to get started. Including, basic loading techniques, trouble shooting, pantograph quilting, and overall, edge to edge quilting. We touch on borders and feathers, in the beginner class.
Price: $125. Or, this class is free, if you bought a machine from us. This fee will be applied to your down payment if you buy a machine, after the class. |
| Instructor : | Carrie Dugan
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| Instructor Bio : | Nolting Dealer
281-793-1777
1-877-8-Carrie |
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