Curious about longarm quilting? Come try it out!
Join us for a wonderful weekend of quilting with Handi Quilter National Educator Kristina Whitney, where you can test it out, learn the basics, and see just how fun (and doable) longarm quilting really is!
The Essentials package includes Day 1 & Day 2 and is designed for quilters who are interested in owning a longarm machine.
Current longarm owners are encouraged to join us for Day 3, which features more advanced education focused on expanding your quilting skills, techniques, and machine knowledge.
Day 1 - Confident Stitches: Longarm Basics:
This class removes the mystery of longarm quilting by explaining machine and frame elements and features, how to load a quilt, and vital facts about thread, needles, and tension. Handi Quilter longarm machine and frame systems come in various sizes for every budget and are user-friendly because they are designed by a quilter, for quilters – just like you!
Day 2 Morning Session - Free Motion Quilting & Beyond:
It’s easier than you think! Create flowing designs by connecting simple design elements with continuous lines, traveling across the quilt or filling a specific area. Learn how drawing and muscle memory contribute to beautiful free-motion quilting, and how you can create stunning designs.
Day 2 Afternoon Session - Quilting with Rulers:
If you love precision and consistency in your quilting rulers, you will love using design rulers and templates! These handy tools assist in placing designs accurately and stitching them out precisely. Learn to handle rulers and templates safely with the ruler base and Sure Foot, and how to achieve accuracy with the markings.
AVS Class Policies
Class Supplies/Machines
When registering for classes and events, a supply list is available on our website. All supplies should be purchased prior to class. Class participants will receive a 10% discount on all supplies purchased at AVS for class. If assistance is needed to prepare for class, an AVS employee will happily help. When specified, students should bring machines that are in good working order to class and basic knowledge on how to use the machine.
Class Registration
To reserve space in any class, it is necessary to register and pay through our website. Registration can be done in person, over the phone or on our website. We are happy to assist any customer with registering for a class.
Class Refund Policy
AVS makes a commitment to instructors, guaranteeing a minimum number of students per class up to 7 days prior to the start of class. Classes cancelled by the student prior to the 7 day period can receive a refund or transfer to another class. Class fee is forfeited for cancellations made less than 7 days in advance. No refunds or class transfers will be given after the class begins or for no shows. Classes with less than 2 students will be cancelled and a full refund or class transfer will be given by AVS. Students should check with the store before purchasing items on the class supply list, making sure the class is not being cancelled due to lack of enrollment. To help prevent cancellations, students are encouraged to register early.
Event Refund Policy
Event attendance cancelled by the student prior to 2 weeks to the start of the event can receive a full refund. Any cancellation made by the student after the 2 week period forfeits the event registration fee. No refunds will be given after the event begins or for no shows.
Classroom Etiquette
To ensure an educational and comfortable environment, please silence all electronic devices. If it is necessary to take a call during class, please exit the classroom for minimal interruption/distraction.
Please arrive to class ON TIME. Arrive 15 minutes prior to start time to make sure you are set up for class. If you are going to be late, please call the store and let us know so we can make accommodations.
Revised 7/2021