Ruler Work 101

DATE & TIME:

July 24, 2026 — 10:30am–4:00pm

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

PREREQUISITES:

None — this class is perfect for beginners.

📋 SUPPLY LIST:

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About This Class

Learn how to use rulers to create beautiful quilt designs on your domestic sewing machine. Ruler work gives you the control and precision of longarm-style quilting right at home, helping you achieve clean, professional results even if you’re new to the technique.

What We’ll Cover

Spend the day with Debbie as you explore the fundamentals of quilting with rulers. You’ll begin with best practices for safe and accurate ruler use, then move into hands-on practice creating a variety of designs. A 30‑minute lunch break is included — please bring a bag lunch and a covered beverage.

• How to set up your domestic machine for ruler work
• Safe handling and positioning of quilting rulers
• Creating multiple design styles using straight and curved rulers

Materials Included

• 15% off class supplies when purchased at Quilting Mayhem (in-store only)

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 5 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

Debbie Riebe
Debbie has been quilting for over 30 years and has spent the last 9 years mastering and teaching ruler work. With a strong foundation in traditional quilting techniques and years of hands-on experience with quilting rulers, she brings both precision and creativity to her classes.

Known for clear, approachable instruction, Debbie is passionate about helping quilters build confidence at their sewing machine and master ruler work in a way that feels achievable and enjoyable.

Her classes focus on building confidence, smooth technique, and that “I can’t believe I just did that!” moment.