So I have three huge projects releasing this year. #1 is my third book which comes out next month. #2 is a new thing I’ve never done before which will be shown at fall market (sorry for the tease!), and #3 is my second Craftsy class which goes live next week – Startup Library: Quilting.
To say it’s been a busy year is a bit of an understatement, but now that most of the work has been done comes the fun part – I get to tell you all about it!
In class, I’ll teach you how to make the colorful Friendship Stars quilt from start to finish!
Startup Library: Quilting is different from the first class I released earlier this year (The Quilter’s Path) and it’s much more in-depth. Whereas the first class focused on machine quilting and included a free quilt pattern for you to make on your own, Startup Library: Quilting takes you step-by-step through the entire process of making a quilt, while working your way through the colorful Friendship Star quilt that I designed above. It also includes the free pattern plus bonus machine quilting diagrams.
The class is geared toward those who are just discovering quilt-making for the first time, or for other crafters who are adept in their own hobby, but want to give quilting a try.
I love sharing tips and tricks that make piecing easier and more fun!
I was really excited to teach this class because I often lament the fact that I can’t teach everything in a one-day quilting workshop! This class covers all the basics: cutting, piecing, basting, quilting and binding in an in-depth set of 14 lessons.
Although aimed at beginners, I think it’s a great resource for more experienced quilters who want to freshen up their binding skills, or learn how to baste and prevent puckers while quilting! Plus I’ve thrown in tons of tips throughout the class including how and why I starch my fabrics, how to cut and piece efficiently, and many more.
The pattern to make the quilt is included in the class!
When I filmed my first class, the number one feedback I got was how nice it was that students could actually watch me manipulate a “real” quilt under the machine. Well in this class, you’ll get to watch me perform every step of the process, on an even larger quilt! I compare it to watching someone cook rather than simply reading a recipe – you’ll be able to learn all the little tricks that I do, that I don’t even realize I’m doing!!
The class includes all the finishing steps – basting, quilting and binding.
Giveaway – Win it Before You Can Buy It!
I’ll chat a bit more about the class next week when it launches, but in the meantime, I want to award TWO (yes 2!!) lucky winners with a free copy of the class! To enter, just leave me a comment letting me know what’s the one aspect of quilting you need a little bit more practice with. Chances are, I’ve covered it in class! I’ll choose the winners next Monday morning, before the class goes live on the site.
Of course, you are all winners in my book!! So if you haven’t yet signed up for my first class, click here to get 50% off The Quilter’s Path. Both of my classes work nicely together, as well as standing on their own individually. And the best part is, you can watch them over and over again!
I just love cuddling up with a freshly made quilt – don’t you??
Christa Quilts 
I still struggle with free motion quilting. Grrr
I have problems with achieving accuracy in piecing points in triangles. Also in how to handle all the bulk of a quilt in free motion quilting on my home machine.
Caftsy classes are the best! I really could use more instruction on binding and quilting with my home machine. I can’t wait for this class!
MY MAIN weakness is definitely the quilting. i love cutting and piecing, though i slow down at the borders… usually save them for a retreat and do a bunch at once…..
i have MANY tops waiting for quilting…..
I would love the overall review of how to make a quilt, but I really need help on binding a quilt. It’s been 30 years or so and my mom helped me that time! I love Craftsy classes because I can play it over and over for help.
Figuring out what designs to quilt where
I need practice–or help–knowing which free motion design to choose.
I still struggle with consistency in 1/4 inch seams. I am taking your “the quilter’a path” class and love it! I am started quilting a baby quilt this evening, okay so far but scary doing the first real project! My stitches are bigger than I like cause I think being nervous has caused me to slow down on the pedal. You are a natural teacher. Thank you!
my blocks are never perfect –6 1/2 in or 12 1/2 in on the finished size. I use a ruler, good cutting mat and rotary..maybe it’s the scant 1/4, maybe i need to starch my fabric. I don’t know what it is but it’s frustrating.
Making the final decision of what quilting will look the best forthe quilt or block pattern is always a difficult one. I’m trying to think beyond the simple block to a a bigger pattern that ties the whole quilt together. And wanting a secondary pattern to emerge is also hard to figure out.
I truly want to master the scant quarter inch..half square triangles scare me :0 (
Free Motion quilting is a skill I would love to learn!
It’s difficult to limit my answer to just one thing but getting the binding together would be so helpful.
In all the years I have been quilting, you would think I would not have an answer, but, the thought of curves (especially small tight ones) gives me cause to reconsider.
sometimes I have issues with ‘the wave’ in the edge of the quilt and working with bias…….any help would be sooooooo appreciated!
I need to enhance my binding skills. My binding looks like a Frankenstein experiment gone bad.
Pressing seam allowances in alternating directions aids in matching intersections when joining rows, but creates wobbling when trying to stitch in the ditch down the alternating cross sections.
I need more help getting accurate corners. I’m a born again quilter and I’m out of practice.
When I machine quilt I end up with puckering even though I do basting quite close together. The quilting part is self-taught so wonder if missing something ..? Thanks for the chance x
Congratulations on your new class and book! You have hit this industry by storm. Looking forward to both.
I would like some help with color selection and accurate cutting
i would benefit from learning how to prevent puckering when i am quilting.
I need to improve my skills in accurate piecing.
I need help with curves.
You would,think that the accuracy of 1/4″ would be there but at times it slips! And those intersections, how to get rid of the bulk, I still don’t get it! I need help! :0
I’d love to learn how to manipulate a quilt using a regular sewing machine. Thank you for all you’ve shared in the past.
THE starch bit of the fabric… And the quilting part… or maybe Everything sounds interesting.. looking forward to the Class.. regards.
all of it….i am a newbie
I would love some help and tips for accurate piecing 🙂
I would love more advice on how to accurately cut and how to press the seams.
I could use help with accuracy and free motion quilting. looking forward to your new class. Congratulations.
I’m new to this quilting world & I need a whole lot of confidence . I took a class at my local quilt shop and I still have the binding to complete. There are no classes during the summer and I really need the help of a confident and qualified quilter.
I struggle to do FMQ and usually end up getting the walking foot out instead. I would so love to feel confident enough to attempt a whole quilt in FMQ one day.
I would really like some tips on curved piecing
Free motion quilting is something I need help with.
Thanks!
Would like more ideas on quilting on my machine with a walking foot. I always welcome quilting tips and tricks.
I am primarily self taught because I lived overseas for 26 years and didn’t have access to classes. I need some basic instruction that will help me be more precise and accurate in every step.
Sometimes I sew too fast and I lose accuracy. So I do struggle with making all my blocks the accurate size.
I could really use some advice with how to improve my accuracy . After I measure and cut fabric, I can never really seem to get just the same finished size as the pattern says I should have, and I believe I’m paying attention to the seam size. Help!!
Often I have trouble deciding how to quilt my project, and I need to learn to FMQ.
I would love more instructions on pressing.
Aldough I’m able to FMQ quite well, it is better for me if I manage to avoid it!!! I’m always insecure what means a lot of stress…better in the ditch or lines with walking foot.
Hope you could help me! Thanks
Deciding on how to quilt the quilt. Thanks for your generosity.
Craftsy had classes for all levels. My granddaughters would live this quilt!
I have trouble taking a chance on new things. I am fine at free motion, but not feathers, they are structured. Structured quilting is a problem. lol Always watching and trying to take that first step.
I have not done a quilt and looking to start one. So any tips would be very helpful!
I must say that I still have problems with the basting process. I am never confident that I have it basted well enough to avoid puckers, so sometimes this means I don’t even try (sad, but true).
I need help on keeping my speed even when I machine quilt. I can’t seem to keep my pressure with the foot treadle at an even pace!
I love Craftsy classes and I love your quilts! I’d like to learn how to quilt on my machine…not just straight lines or swirls but quilting that requires you to change up your patterns according to your piecing!
I need more practice getting nice round FMQ shapes – circles, swirls, loops, etc. mine tend to be rather stilted looking