Instructor

Betsy Carlson began sewing officially with classes in junior high. Before that, she would work on hand stitching kits for ornaments and samplers. In high school, she was trained in alterations, starting her professional sewing career. Betsy has quilted, sewn custom clothing, made window treatments, and created bags and slipcovered furniture. Having a quilt accepted in the AQS Paducah show was a career highlight. Now Betsy travels the country for BERNINA, visiting dealerships and shows to demonstrate the BERNINA Longarm, educate owners, and present quilting classes. With all that travel, she has a lot of time to fill in hotels and airports, so she creates quilt tops with English Paper Piecing. Believing we are never too old to learn, Betsy is always investigating sewing techniques, styles, and trends.