{"product_id":"pro-stitcher-basics-beyond-a-4-week-virtual-skill-building-series","title":"Pro‑Stitcher Basics \u0026 Beyond: A 4‑Week Virtual Skill‑Building Series","description":"\u003c!-- DATE \u0026 TIME --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #5f338c; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eDATE \u0026amp; TIME:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eAugust 5, 12, 19, 26\u003cbr\u003e11:00am – 1:00pm (Pacific)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Virtual via Zoom\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly bird pricing ends 07\/10\/2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- CLASS COURTESY --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #5f338c; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 1em;\"\u003eCLASS COURTESY:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eTo help everyone enjoy a smooth virtual experience, please test your machine, software, and internet connection before the event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- SKILL LEVEL --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #5f338c; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 1em;\"\u003eSKILL LEVEL:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eAll skill levels welcome\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- DIVIDER --\u003e\u003chr style=\"margin: 0.75rem 0;\"\u003e\u003c!-- ABOUT THIS CLASS --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003eAbout This Class\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eReady to finally feel confident with your Pro‑Stitcher? This \u003cstrong\u003e4‑week virtual series\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to help you understand the tools, techniques, and workflow behind computerized quilting — whether you’re brand‑new or looking to strengthen your foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eHandi Quilter Educator \u003cstrong\u003eMarla Simms\u003c\/strong\u003e will guide you step‑by‑step through the essentials: navigating the interface, placing and modifying designs, working with edge‑to‑edge layouts, and building efficient quilting paths. Each session includes demonstrations, practical tips, and time for your questions so you can grow your skills week by week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eYou’ll receive a Zoom link directly from Marla before each class, plus access to the class recording within 48 hours — perfect for reviewing or catching up on anything you missed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHAT WE'LL COVER --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003eWhat We’ll Cover\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eBuild your Pro‑Stitcher confidence through guided instruction and weekly skill‑building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNavigating the Pro‑Stitcher interface and tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlacing, resizing, and modifying designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating and managing edge‑to‑edge layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstanding efficient quilting paths and workflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- MATERIALS INCLUDED --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003eMaterials Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZoom link emailed before each session\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to class recordings for review\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- CLASS PREP REQUIREMENTS --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003eClass Prep Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Windows laptop (Windows 7 or later) with the \u003cstrong\u003ePro‑Stitcher Simulator downloaded before class begins\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe simulator \u003cstrong\u003edoes not work on Mac laptops\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease \u003cstrong\u003edo not detach your Pro‑Stitcher tablet\u003c\/strong\u003e from your longarm — bring your laptop with the simulator installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prostitcher.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/PS-Simulation-Installation-Instructions.pdf\" style=\"color: #0836c1;\"\u003eDownload PS Simulator instructions here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e class time cannot be used for downloads — thank you for coming prepared!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- POLICIES --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003eClass Policies \u0026amp; Helpful Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eTiming may vary slightly depending on student needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: red; font-style: italic;\"\u003eClass Cancellation Policy: To receive a refund or credit for a class, cancellation must occur 7 days prior to class date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHelp us keep this class on the calendar!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis class needs a minimum of \u003cstrong\u003e5 students\u003c\/strong\u003e to run. If we’re below that number one week before class, the session may be cancelled. Early registration makes a big difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- INSTRUCTOR BIO --\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #000000; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarla Simms\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarla is a National Educator for Handi Quilter with more than four decades of teaching experience across movement, bodywork, and quilting. She discovered quilting after a career in dance and massage therapy, quickly diving into both piecing and longarm work. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDuring her years at Quilting Mayhem, Marla has taught longarm basics, Pro‑Stitcher classes, and one‑on‑one sessions for new machine owners. She brings energy, humor, and clear, confidence‑building instruction to every class. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarla now lives in Bunker Hill, Illinois, where she runs her in‑home longarm quilting studio. 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