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Continuous Quilting the Easy Way, #358547
Learn the benefits of one-start one-stop continuous quilting. Save time by pre-planning for better (more secure) stitching, less frustration, and improved confidence in your quilting. This hands-on workshop is based on Dorie's book, Making Connections. Which teaches twelve connecting designs and how to use them effectively in pieced quilts, backgrounds, sashing, and borders. Dorie's teaching style is hands-on, beginning with foundational information and then building on the foundation. This workshop is for the confident beginner quilter and up. Two people per machine.

Floral Confetti, #358546
Explore a combination of natural freehand overall designs that work together to create a complex garden of quilting, based on Dorie's book, Floral Confetti. In this hands-on workshop, Dorie will teach you how to break down the designs, how and where to use them, and how to combine the elements to create a flowing continuous design. Dorie's hands-on teaching style is very user-friendly! Dorie will teach the foundation of the concept and builds in layers on the foundation to give you the complete concept. Two people per machine.

Free-Motion Quilting Row by Row, #358545
Quilting is not always about precision. Sometimes you just have to let loose and quilt without any rules. This beginner free-motion workshop will fill your mind with countless Modern ideas for quilting in those small spaces. If you are new to longarm quilting or uncomfortable in front of the machine, this workshop is for you. Two people per machine.

Fun and Forgiving Feathers, #358541
Dive into the playful world of Whimsical Feathers: Fun and Forgiving Free-Motion Quilting. These are not your traditional feathers. Learn to create unique and light-hearted designs that are full of personality yet easier to make. These feathers are organic, free-flowing, and playful, making them both fun and forgiving. Join Dorie as she guides you through the process of crafting these one-of-a-kind feathers and discover just how enjoyable and creative quilting can be! Two people per machine.

Mastering the Straight Line, #358540
Ready to expand beyond free-motion quilting on your longarm machine? Join Dorie as she teaches you to quilt precise straight-line designs using rulers. Learn a variety of techniques, including Piano Key patterns, Crosshatching, and tips for stitching in the ditch. By the end of this workshop, you'll have the confidence and skills to incorporate straight-line ruler work into your next quilt project. Two people per machine.

Quilted Wreaths, #358544
Discover the joy of quilting with the beginner-friendly Quilted Wreaths workshop! Bring the beauty of wreaths to life with leaves, feathers, flowers, and berries. Master control over the scale of elements in your design, allowing you to infuse your creations with a personalized touch. Join Dorie on this creative journey and watch as your confidence grows. Two people per machine.

Ruler Work for the Domestic, #358508
Ready to do more than just free-motion quilting on your sit-down machine? Join Dorie as she teaches you how to quilt straight line designs using rulers. Including a variety of Piano key designs, Crosshatching designs and even tips for stitching in the ditch. You'll leave the workshop with the confidence of knowing "You Can Quilt your own Quilts!”
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