Machine Quilting on the Grid Course

Award-winning quilter Gina Perkes-Tidwell makes quilting designs come to life with her grid-based designs. While the designs look elaborate and intricate, the application of grids makes the quilting simple!

Learn how to do straight-line quilting, free-motion quilting, and quilting fills—all using grids that make the process so easy. Gina shows all of the techniques on a home sewing machine and then on a longarm machine.

Really, no matter how you quilt or what style of quilting you prefer, this approach to quilting design will open up a world of possibilities for you. She even has a special lesson on grid-based designs for sashings and borders and demonstrates how to use a longarm ruler on a home sewing machine.

Gina encourages you to play, experiment, and have fun and she provides you with practice sheets and a practice quilt pattern to get started. Quilt along with Gina and build your grid-based skills with this informative and easy-to-follow class.

For your convenience, this class can be purchased for online viewing or purchased on DVD.

Total Duration: 2hr 43min

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FAQ

Is this class for longarm or home sewing machines?

Both, and those who quilt by hand will also gain a lot of design information from this class. She shows how to mark quilts and quilting paths to take. Even better, she demonstrates the lessons on both a home sewing machine and a longarm so you can learn both techniques. Then, she provides practice sheets so you can practice right along with the class!

What type of quilting lends itself to grid-based designs?

The techniques in this class translate into any style of quilting. Whether you lean toward traditional, modern, art, or any other type of quilting, grid-based designs are useful. This class includes straight line, free motion, and filler designs using grids.

What are grid-based designs?

Designs are grid based when there is a repetition of shapes. We see them all around us, and Gina encourages us to look for and use them as inspiration in our quilting.

What if I have questions?

We recommend that you watch the class in its entirety and become familiar with the downloadable materials. At that point, if something is unclear, click the “Contact Teacher” link to a question and Gina will get back with you.

When can I get started?

We know you are excited to get started. After you have purchased the class, you can enjoy it anywhere and anytime you have Internet. The class belongs to you, so watch it as many times as you like!