Meet AQS Instructor Lauren Jackson

Lauren Jackson’s quilting journey has been about more than mastering stitches; it’s about building confidence and creativity every step of the way. From her vibrant quilt shop in Brooksville, Florida, to classrooms across the country, Lauren has become known for helping quilters of all skill levels unlock their full potential with clear, approachable instruction and a passion for bold design.

At AQS QuiltWeek – Lancaster, Lauren brings her expertise in freemotion quilting and custom quilting techniques to six hands-on workshops designed to elevate your quilting game. Whether you’re just beginning or ready to push your creativity, her classes guide you through key skills and inspire fresh ideas:

• Beginners Guide to Freemotion Quilting helps you master essential materials and foundational fillers, so you start your quilting projects with confidence.
  
  
• How Do I Quilt That? offers practical design strategies to read quilt tops effectively and create custom quilting that highlights both positive and negative space.
  
  
• Fresh Freemotion Fillers introduces modern filler patterns that go beyond the basics, encouraging quilters to add movement and texture with personality.
  
  
• Feather Play invites quilters to explore elegant feather variations, learning efficient quilting paths and creative combinations suited for a variety of styles.
  
  
• Master That Mandala! teaches quilters how to divide, map, and design custom whole cloth mandalas with ease, including ruler work and layout techniques for stunning symmetry.
  
  
• Ruler Skills for Custom Quilting offers foundational to advanced techniques for rulerwork, helping quilters achieve custom designs without marking their quilts.
  
  

Lauren’s teaching philosophy centers on making quilting approachable and joyful. As someone who navigated her own challenges early on, she understands the hurdles quilters face and emphasizes clear, step-by-step guidance to help students succeed.

We’re excited to welcome Lauren Jackson to AQS QuiltWeek – Lancaster, where she’ll be sharing her expertise in a variety of inspiring workshops. Whether you’re new to freemotion quilting or ready to master custom ruler work and mandalas, Lauren’s hands-on workshops will help you build confidence and creativity at every skill level.

Ready to take your quilting to the next level? Visit Lauren’s instructor page to explore her full workshop lineup and save your spot today—spaces fill quickly, so don’t wait!