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This month Iris will teach a Holiday Project, starting Christmas in July early, that will build your skills using background fill. Can't wait for you to see how clever these projects are. In class you will learn: background fill from free motion designs how to incorporate crosshatch in your design how to read your quilt […]
Pro-Stitcher with Designer, We are having Christmas in June. Our project is a Gingerbread house! Yes, your read correctly, we will create a Gingerbread house on the longarm. A template will be provided, you will learn how to fill in the space, thread choices, decorating and so much more. This is a really exciting […]
Everything but the Kitchen Sink Longarm Applique This month Iris has really out done herself. She created a project that will combine nearly every skill and technique we have covered to create one lovely wall hanging. We are combining free motion with Pro-Stitcher Designer and Pro-Stitcher. In the class you will begin with creating custom […]
Miss D's is excited to bring you the very first Handi Quilter classes offered at the Jacksonville Quilt Show. The classes will be offered in morning and afternoon sessions in three hour duration and will be led by a Handi Quilter Educator. The classroom will be set up with 6 separate Amara 20s including Pro-Stitcher. […]
To quote "A Kaleidoscope Quilt is a symmetrical quilt that takes its design features from the intricate patterns inside a kaleidoscope. Kaleidoscope quilt blocks are made by cutting a square into eight equal wedges, much like an 8-pointed stars." And that is exactly what the block looks like, an intricate star made from fabric full of […]
Creating a Unique Designer Sweatshirt on the Long-Arm This month Iris has really out done herself. She created a project that will combine nearly every skill and technique we have covered to create an original sweatshirt jacket on the long-arm. We are combining free motion, and rulers, with Pro-Stitcher Designer and Pro-Stitcher. If you don't […]
Introduction to Free Motion and Ruler Work on the Long-Arm Free Motion Class will cover the following topics (morning): Introduction to free motion quilting Establish an Inventory Resizing Designs Transferring Designs to Fabric Marking your Quilts Batting and Thread Machine Features to simplify FMQ Adjusting tension and setting for optimal results Ruler Class will cover […]
Pro-Stitcher Basics This month Iris will cover the basics of Pro-Stitcher for those who have just purchased considering purchasing or need a refresher this is the perfect Pro-Stitcher class. Iris will help you master the basics and be ready to quilt on your own. If you don't have Pro-Stitcher no need to worry, you can just […]
To quote "A Kaleidoscope Quilt is a symmetrical quilt that takes its design features from the intricate patterns inside a kaleidoscope. Kaleidoscope quilt blocks are made by cutting a square into eight equal wedges, much like an 8-pointed stars." And that is exactly what the block looks like, an intricate star made from fabric full of […]
2025 is the 12th year of Quilts by the River in Downtown Palatka. Our quilt show is a little different in that it is a smaller and more intimate affair. You will have an opportunity to leisurely stroll through the quilts while admiring the techniques and uniqueness of each quilt. Like other shows we do […]
Free Motion Quilting This class is suitable for anyone interested in textile arts or quilting. Whether your are a beginner exploring creative fabric design or seasoned maker wanting to expand your skills, this course provides practical tools and inspiration. Free-motion quilting project consist of; Bee inspired by fabric and learn how to trace, resize and […]
Summer Pro-Stitcher Project Dive into a fun and skill-building summer project with Pro-Stitcher! This project is designed to explore a variety of quilting techniques and tools, all completed on a longarm machine. Whether you're a seasoned quilter or just beginning your longarm journey, this project offers something for everyone. Join us to expand your creativity […]
