Free-Motion Quilting 101 on Your Domestic Machine
DESCRIPTION
DATES & TIME:
Aug 29, 2026
10:30am – 2:30pm
CLASSROOM COURTESY:
For the comfort of all students, please avoid wearing perfume, cologne, or heavily scented products when attending classes. Your consideration helps everyone have a safe and enjoyable experience.
📋 SUPPLIES NEEDED:
Get 15% off your supplies when you purchase them at Quilting Mayhem. In store only.
There will be a half‑hour break for lunch, so please bring a bag lunch.
SKILL LEVEL:
Beginner — no prior free‑motion experience needed.
About This Class
Did you know you can quilt a full quilt without a longarm? This beginner‑friendly class teaches you how to free‑motion quilt on your own domestic machine. You’ll learn how to prep your quilt sandwich, how to comfortably maneuver your quilt while stitching, and the essential tools, tricks, and starter designs that build confidence and control.
What We’ll Cover
- How to prepare a quilt sandwich for free‑motion quilting
- Machine setup and ergonomics
- How to move and manage a quilt under the needle
- Foundational free‑motion designs
- Tools, tips, and troubleshooting
Ready to Learn More?
Continue your free‑motion journey with the next class in this series:
Free‑Motion Quilting 201 on Your Domestic Machine
Class Policies & Helpful Notes
Timing may vary slightly depending on student needs.
Class Cancellation Policy: To receive a refund or credit for a class, cancellation must occur 7 days prior to class date.
Help us keep this class on the calendar!
This class requires a minimum of 6 students to run. If we’re below that number one week before class, the session may be cancelled. Early registration makes a big difference.
Instructor
Cole Whitaker — QuiltCon 2024 Award Winner
Cole has been drawing, sewing, and designing since childhood, and his creative approach to quilting has earned national recognition—including a Second‑Place award for his Joy quilt at QuiltCon 2024. He specializes in pixel quilts, foundation paper‑piecing design, and both free‑motion and ruler‑work quilting on longarm and domestic machines. Cole brings a thoughtful, encouraging teaching style to every class and loves helping quilters build confidence through hands‑on exploration and skill‑building. He currently designs custom quilts and works as a professional longarmer.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Shipping
Orders are processed within 24 - 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation email. You will receive another notification when your order has shipped.
Returns
We have a 14-day return policy on limited items, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
