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1930s DWR maker unknown, quilted by Joyce Blowers

Quiltmagine has many powerful features for placing blocks, designing pantos, and customizing your quilt.  Other features can be used to create HST and QST blocks, designing quilt tops, and unique borders and sashing using existing and purchased patterns.  You can even design your own patterns and much more.  Advanced features and the Gold access offer even more options. 

 

Learn how to use QM by taking our in-person or on-line classes or watch the Video Tutorials.

Class Details

  • Classes taught by Joyce Blowers.  More about Joyce.

  • Classes are hands-on. On your tablet, follow along with the exercises and create the samples we are working on.

  • Zoom Virtual Group Classes typically run 1 ½ to 2 hours, Class Fee $35 plus credit card processing fee ($36.50 total).  Private classes can be scheduled, $65 for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, plus credit card fee.

  • In-person classes are usually full day, one-on-one or group.  Class Fee varies

  • Classes allow time for student questions

  • Virtual Zoom Classes are recorded and available for you to watch again for about two weeks at no extra cost

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Class Schedule

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2-Day Workshop - October 4 & 5

In-Person at Delightful Quilting & Sewing, Avon, NY

Two days of hands-on with your tablet and demo at the frame for QM / QCT / Quilt Path that will change the way you look at quilting.  This Grace Co. software is packed full of features for advanced editing and design, and with the Gold subscription has features that streamline functions and maximize precision stitching.  Lunch included with registration.

Level:  Intermediate or higher users of QM / QCT Pro or Gold Tier, and Quilt Path


October 4, 9AM - 4:30PM:  PatternCAD

Exercises will teach the basics of using the design and editing features for a number of useful applications, such as, design and edit patterns, draw your own designs, and more.  Once you know how to use PatternCAD, you will use it often.  Bonus: learn to design edge-to-edge with extended width patterns.


October 5, 9AM - 4:30PM:  Gold Features (included in Quilt Path)

Gold is for every quilter and "ups" the quilting experience with more functionality, ease of use, and gives outstanding results.  Class will cover all of the gold features and teach how to use end-point adjust.

Tips and Techniques for Getting Started - Quiltmagine

In-Person at Sun Valley Quilts, Sun City, AZ

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 1:30:00 PM UTC

This introductory class is a game changer in jump starting your QCT, Quiltmagine, or Quilt Path automation journey. Leave class confident in using your automation system.


Class covers:

· Getting set up and ready to use the automation system

· Learn to “think” like the program

· Place and sew different block styles

· Design and stitch pantos using Power Panto and Zone Stitching (other panto modes briefly covered)


All levels of QCT 6, QM and Quilt Path V 5

From Just Quilted to WOW! Quiltmagine

In-Person at Sun Valley Quilts, Sun City, AZ

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:30:00 PM UTC

The QCT, Quiltmagine, Quilt Path program is packed with features that can easily turn so-so quilts into unique, customized and WOW quilts. What is your vision for your quilt? What “look” do you want? Opening with a discussion on quilt styles and customization, you will learn easy to use functions and techniques to upscale and customize blocks and pantos. Some Gold features (included in Quilt Path) that offer even more precision and customization will be introduced.


All levels of QCT 6, Quiltmagine V5, and QuiltPath V5

Finishing Touches with Quiltmagine

In-Person at Sun Valley Quilts, Sun City, AZ

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 1:30:00 PM UTC


Like the icing on a cake, the finishing details add to the customized “look” of the quilt. QCT, Quiltmagine, and Quilt Path have wonderful features to easily quilt borders, add finishing customization touches, and stitch with precision.


Class covers:

· Several border techniques

· Borders and Corners

· Precision stitching with Fabric Compensation

· Add your “signature” or text to the quilt top

· Crop out an embroidery or text with Pattern eClipse

· Sew the binding onto the quilt while it is still on the frame


Class open to all levels using demo mode. Class benefits QCT 6+ and above, Quiltmagine V5 Pro, Quilt Path V5.

What Students Are Saying

Thanks for the wonderful class today. I am planning to do 6 quilts this weekend and will be sure to use much of the information you gave to me today.    Kathleen M.

I enjoyed your class today. I learned so much. Thank you.    Wanda M.J.

Really enjoyed the first class.    Gayle S.

I took a class with Joyce in her studio in New York.  She is an awesome instructor.     Leslie Ann H.

This class was a turning point in my "how do I use this software I bought" journey!!  Worth every penny and every long distance mile.     Melanie L.

Spots Dots and Circles made/quilted by Joyce Blowers
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