Contemporary Quilting Elements

Skill Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate

4 hour Lecture/Hands on Drawing

Unlock your inner artist and elevate your free-motion quilting to new heights! In this inspiring class, you’ll explore a variety of modern quilting designs and learn how to seamlessly pair them with ruler work for truly custom creations.

Gain essential planning and quilting techniques that not only apply to the designs covered but also empower you to transform the patterns you already know into dynamic, artistic masterpieces.

Leave with fresh confidence, creative energy, and the skills to bring your quilting vision to life!

Beautiful Blocks and Borders

Skill Level: Confident Beginner

4 Hour Demo Lecture/Hands on Drawing

Transform your quilting frustrations into triumphs! Join us for an exciting class where you’ll master the art of fitting designs evenly into borders, sashings, and blocks. Discover innovative techniques to divide and conquer any quilt top with ease.

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or new to free-motion quilting, you’ll leave inspired and ready to explore new creative possibilities. Bring your questions—and even a finished top—so we can brainstorm custom design options together. Let’s turn your quilting challenges into works of art!

Creative Filler Techniques

Skill Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate

4 hour Demo/Lecture/Hands on Drawing

inspiring journey into fresh and exciting fillers that will elevate your projects to the next level. In this class, Lauren will guide you through playful filler designs and unique combinations, exploring how to maneuver through them with ease and flair.

Perfect for all skill levels, you’ll also discover how to use compositional techniques to create bold, standout quilts. Let’s make your quilting fun, fresh, and unforgettable!

The Art of Negative Space: Quilting Beyond the Blocks

Skill Level: Any

1-2 Hours Lecture/Trunk Show (great for guild presentations)

Today’s quilts often feature bold negative spaces, offering endless opportunities for creative quilting. But how do you enhance these areas with designs that add texture and interest—without overwhelming the top?

In this class, you’ll learn how to dissect, design, and implement motifs that elevate your quilt’s  aesthetic. See real examples, spark new ideas, and gain the confidence to combine patterns like a pro.

Transform empty spaces into stunning features! Secure your spot today and take your quilting to the next level.

Mark It, Quilt It: Ruler Skills for Custom Quilting

Skill Level: Any

3 hour Lecture/Hands on Drawing

Excited to dive into the world of ruler work but not sure where to start? This class is your guide to selecting the right rulers, understanding their markings, and handling curves—even if they’re not a “perfect” fit for your project.

Learn how to quilt stunning designs with & without marking your quilt, using just one straight and one curved ruler. We’ll begin with foundational techniques and progress to advanced combinations to elevate your skills and get those custom juices flowing!

For hands on-stitching you’ll need  to add 2 hours to the class time.

Feather Play: Creative Variations and Combinations

Skill Level: Any

4 hours Lecture/Demo/Drawing Based

Ready to elevate your quilting artistry? Whether you’re new to feathers or a seasoned pro looking for fresh ideas, this class is your gateway to mastering fancier feathers. Discover unique feather variations and combinations tailored for masculine and feminine quilt designs, while learning efficient quilting paths to minimize thread overlap.

Get hands-on practice with printable guides and hands on Longarm stitching time. This session is packed with creative insights to inspire your quilting journey.