Since it was originally filmed in 2015 with Dawn Cavanaugh, the APQS Longarm Quilting Certification interactive workshop has been a perennial best-seller, which we offer twice per year. New and improved for 2024, the AQPS Longarm Quilting Certification for Quilting Daily workshop is taught by Eva Ellison, professional longarm quilter and business owner who received her own certification in 2017. On some levels, the fact that the workshop is so popular is surprising, because it is by no means an easy course. The workshop lasts 14+ weeks, and it involves quite a bit of piecing, as well as free-m ..read more

As many quilters know, buying a longarm machine is a pretty big deal — deciding what make and model you want can lead to some serious analysis paralysis! But luckily for you, Chrisauna Shoaf is here to help you narrow down your options with ten simple questions. So what are you waiting for? Read on to see how you can finally get the longarm machine of your dreams! Subscribe to Love of Quilting Magazine so you don’t miss any great quilt patterns, inspiration, and articles like this one! Subscribe! The Top 10 Questions to Ask Yourself When Buying a Longarm There comes a time when ..read more

As many quilters know, buying a longarm machine is a pretty big deal — deciding what make and model you want can lead to some serious analysis paralysis! But luckily for you, Chrisauna Shoaf is here to help you narrow down your options with ten simple questions. So what are you waiting for? Read on to see how you can finally get the longarm machine of your dreams! Subscribe to Love of Quilting Magazine so you don’t miss any great quilt patterns, inspiration, and articles like this one! Subscribe! The Top 10 Questions to Ask Yourself When Buying a Longarm There comes a time when ..read more

You invested in a longarm and are loving the quilts you are quilting. Your investment is not a one-trick pony, however — there’s more to it than just the quilting stitch. So I’m here to show you how to get the most out of your longarm! I am part of a special interest group of Studio Art Quilt Associates members who has been ‘pushing the envelope’ in what longarm machines can do. Members of the group have been experimenting with using this tool for thread sketching and thread painting, embellishments, appliqué, felting, and even fusing, piecing, and binding. So what exactly makes longarms so s ..read more

You invested in a longarm and are loving the quilts you are quilting. Your investment is not a one-trick pony, however — there’s more to it than just the quilting stitch. So I’m here to show you how to get the most out of your longarm! I am part of a special interest group of Studio Art Quilt Associates members who has been ‘pushing the envelope’ in what longarm machines can do. Members of the group have been experimenting with using this tool for thread sketching and thread painting, embellishments, appliqué, felting, and even fusing, piecing, and binding. So what exactly makes longarms so s ..read more

Longarm quilting offers makers a means to transform their carefully pieced quilt tops into stunning, finished masterpieces. And if you’ve ever wondered what the most popular styles of longarm quilting are, you’re in luck! Expert Leah Day is here to answer all your questions and sew much more. Keep reading to see how Leah loves to longarm! Subscribe to Love of Quilting Magazine so you don’t miss any great quilt patterns, inspiration, and articles like this one! Subscribe! Leah Day’s 4 Favorite Longarm Styles Let’s learn four fun ways we can quilt using a longarm machine on a fram ..read more

Longarm quilting offers makers a means to transform their carefully pieced quilt tops into stunning, finished masterpieces. And if you’ve ever wondered what the most popular styles of longarm quilting are, you’re in luck! Expert Leah Day is here to answer all your questions and sew much more. Keep reading to see how Leah loves to longarm! Subscribe to Love of Quilting Magazine so you don’t miss any great quilt patterns, inspiration, and articles like this one! Subscribe! Leah Day’s 4 Favorite Longarm Styles Let’s learn four fun ways we can quilt using a longarm machine on a fram ..read more

Right or wrong, quilting has been perceived as “women’s work” for centuries. While more and more men are discovering the craft, according to the 2017 “Quilting in America” study conducted by The Quilting Company, in partnership with Quilts, Inc., only one percent of the estimated 7 to 10 million quilters are male. Even though their numbers are small, the male quilters are finding ways to connect. Men from all over Canada recently attended an all-male retreat organized by “The Canadian Male Quilter Group,” and several Facebook groups are devoted to “Men Who Quilt.” Michael Smith When Michael S ..read more

We all know it can be a balancing act finding time to quilt in between work and family time. There are so many quilts to be made, and it often seems like there’s so little time to make them all! This is just one of many reasons why sending your quilt to a long arm quilter can be so helpful. If you find yourself wondering how to collaborate with a longarm quilter, expert Teresa Silva is here to share her wisdom on the subject. From exploring different quilting styles to preparing your quilt top, this article covers essential considerations. Teresa Silva Shares Her Top Tips How often do you fi ..read more

We all know it can be a balancing act finding time to quilt in between work and family time. There are so many quilts to be made, and it often seems like there’s so little time to make them all! This is just one of many reasons why sending your quilt to a long arm quilter can be so helpful. If you find yourself wondering how to collaborate with a longarm quilter, expert Teresa Silva is here to share her wisdom on the subject. From exploring different quilting styles to preparing your quilt top, this article covers essential considerations. Teresa Silva Shares Her Top Tips How often do you fi ..read more