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Here at Orchid Owl Quilts, we offer a variety of classes and workshops at our shop. But I also love to travel to teach at guilds, quilt shops, retreats and other quilting events. I love to share my love of quilting with others!<\/p>\r\n

Please review the workshops I offer below and contact me to discuss my availability. \u00a0Any workshops I am currently scheduled for that are open for enrollment will also be listed below.<\/p>\r\n

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Workshops<\/h2>\r\n

Quilting Ideas for Finishing Classic Patchwork<\/h3>\r\n

This workshop is based on my book, Machine Quilting Idea Book,<\/a> and teaches you how to quilt classic patchwork blocks.\u00a0 This workshop focuses on showing students many options for quilting motifs and how to move around blocks with ease.\u00a0 The workshop is appropriate for students of all skill levels.\u00a0 Students will be required to purchase the book.\u00a0 This is an all day workshop (6 hours).<\/p>\r\n

Feather Mastery Workshop<\/h3>\r\n

This workshop focuses on one of the hardest quilting motifs, the feather.\u00a0 Many quilters struggle when it comes to quilting feathers.\u00a0 I will show students my tried and true method for creating fancy feathers that are sure to delight.\u00a0 Students will learn how to quilt feathers in borders and multiple shapes i.e., squares, triangles.\u00a0 This is an all day workshop (6 hours).<\/p>\r\n

How Should I Quilt My Quilt?<\/h3>\r\n

This lecture\/workshop focuses on helping students answer the age-old question “How should I quilt my quilt? ”\u00a0 This is the question that I hear the most and am going to share my best tips and tricks for figuring out a quilting plan.\u00a0 Students should bring quilt tops that haven’t been quilted for discussion.\u00a0 This is a half-day workshop (3 hours).<\/p>\r\n

Longarm Tips & Tricks<\/h3>\r\n

This lecture\/workshop focuses on teaching students my favorite tips and tricks for longarm quilting.\u00a0 Students will have lots of opportunities to ask questions and pick my brain.\u00a0 Topics include but are not limited too; thread, loading, batting, tension, maintenance, best practices for running a longarm quilting business, and more.\u00a0 This is a half-day workshop (3 hours).<\/p>\r\n

Background Fills Galore<\/h3>\r\n

This workshop focuses on many different background fills that will elevate your quilting to the next level.\u00a0 Students will learn about swirls, pebbles, ribbon candy, figure 8’s, paisleys, wood grain, water, flowers, and more.\u00a0 This is an all day workshop (6 hours).<\/p>\r\n

Ruler Work 101<\/h3>\r\n

This workshop focuses on beginning ruler work for longarm quilters.\u00a0 Learn simple ways to begin to incorporate ruler work in your quilts.\u00a0 I will share some of my favorite rulers, too.\u00a0 This class focuses on straight-line ruler work for beginners. This is an all day workshop (6 hours).<\/p>\r\n

Contact me for more workshop details<\/h2>\r\n

Do you have any questions about my workshops or are you ready to book an event? Contact me using the form below.<\/p>\r\n

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