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Learn to Quilt: An 8-Week Beginner Series
Learn to Quilt: An 8-Week Beginner Series

Mon, Sep 07

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Machias Arts Center

Learn to Quilt: An 8-Week Beginner Series

Always wanted to learn to quilt? Join Judy Hanscom for this eight-week beginner course and build the skills and confidence to create your own quilts from start to finish.

Time & Location

Sep 07, 2026, 5:30 PM – Oct 26, 2026, 7:30 PM

Machias Arts Center, 277 Main St, Machias, ME 04654, USA

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Learn to Quilt: An 8-Week Beginner Series

Mondays • September 7 – October 26, 2026


5:30 PM – 7:30 PM


Have you always wanted to learn to quilt? This comprehensive eight-week beginner series with Judy Hanscom is the perfect place to start.

Designed for new quilters, this course will introduce the essential skills, techniques, and tools needed to begin quilting with confidence. Throughout the series, you'll learn step-by-step in a supportive, hands-on environment while completing projects that build your knowledge week by week.


No quilting experience is required. Participants should have a working sewing machine and be comfortable with basic machine operation, including turning it on, winding a bobbin, and threading the machine.


Your registration includes a quilting starter kit filled with essential tools you'll continue using long after the course ends.

Whether you've dreamed of quilting for years or are looking for a new creative hobby, this class will provide a solid foundation for your quilting journey.


Workshop Details


📅 Duration and Dates: 8 Weekly Sessions • Mondays • September 7 – October 26, 2026


Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM


💰 Cost: $225 per person


👥 Class size: Limited to 8 participants


Prerequisite

Participants should have:

  • Previous quilting experience or

  • Completed Quilting 101


What's Included

Your registration includes a quilting starter kit featuring:

  • Cutting mat

  • Rotary cutter

  • Cutting ruler

  • Scissors

  • Additional quilting essentials


What You'll Need to Bring

The following materials are not included:

  • Fabric

  • Batting

  • Thread


After registering, you'll receive an email from Judy with:

  • Fabric recommendations

  • Supply list

  • Preparation instructions


About the Instructor

Judy Hanscom enjoys sharing traditional quilting techniques with students while helping them build confidence and precision. Her workshops focus on creating beautiful, functional quilts using time-honored methods that quilters can continue using for years to come.


Already know the basics? Check out our Log Cabin Quilt Workshop to continue developing your quilting skills.

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