BERNINA and Handi Quilter Longarms: Why do you need one?
DESCRIPTION
DATE & TIME:
August 26, 2026 — 2:00pm
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.
SKILL LEVEL:
Beginner — All Skill Levels Welcome
📋 SUPPLY LIST:
No supplies needed for this lecture/demo.
About This Class
Join Mindy and Debbie as they explain and demonstrate the basics of both the BERNINA and Handi Quilter longarm machines. This lecture/demo session is perfect for anyone who is curious about longarming — whether you're researching your first machine or exploring options for a future business.
What We’ll Cover
You'll learn the essentials, including:
- table vs. frame setups
- similarities and differences between BERNINA and Handi Quilter
- robotics vs. manual quilting
- what to consider when starting a longarm business
- how to choose the machine that best fits your quilting style and goals
Attendees are encouraged to ask questions throughout the presentation. Even if you're unsure whether longarming is right for you, this event will give you the clarity and confidence to take the next step in your longarm journey.
Come see both systems in action and discover which one feels like the perfect fit for you.
Materials Included
- Demonstration on both BERNINA and Handi Quilter longarm machines
- Q&A time with experienced longarm instructors
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 needs 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.
Instructors
Mindy & Debbie
Mindy and Debbie are expert longarmers with years of experience. They’re ready to answer all your questions — even the ones you didn’t know you had!
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.
