QWC 2024: Confidence Essentials Registration

Confidence Essentials! Join us for Free!

At Gammill, we want to create confident quilters to help share love, comfort, and beauty through quilting. To make this possible we are excited to offer a portion of the Quilting with Confidence tour FREE to ALL quilters! During Confidence Essentials, we will cover topics for all quilters of all levels from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will host a Confidence Essentials during the first day of ALL our 40+ Quilting with Confidence events! Registration is required as events may fill.

Class Descriptions for Confidence Essentials

We will end the day with a meet and greet with the Gammill educators and there will also be a chance for you to get a hands-on demo of a Gammill machine or Gammill products and accessories.

Schedule

– 10 to 10:30 a.m. Doors open and check in. Pre-registration is required as the event may fill up. Click here to register.
– 10:30 a.m. to Noon: session
– Noon to 1:30: Lunch – optional pre-purchased box lunch
– 1:30 to 5 p.m. Sessions
– 5 to 6 p.m. Meet and Greet

Sessions include:

Caring For Your Longarm
The basics of caring for your longarm quilting machine for the most seamless quilting experience. This class covers the basics of how to avoid frustrating issues like tension problems and skipped stitches. We will discuss where to get help if problems do arise and have time for questions and answers. This class will help clear up some of the mysteries of your machine for a more enjoyable and better-quality quilting experience. This class includes information that is beneficial for all longarm quilters or those interested in longarm quilting.

Did You Know? Part 1 – How to and Fixes
Join us for this informative class where we’ll be covering common everyday longarming issues. From loading to basting, ripping, and even addressing how to fix a short backing and binding while still on the frame. Whether you’re a seasoned longarmer or just starting, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your skills and troubleshoot common challenges! See you there!

Did You Know Part 2 – Fun Stuff
In Part 2, get ready for a dive into the exciting possibilities of longarming! We’ll cover a range of fun techniques, including marking, stitching in the ditch, piecing and appliqué, couching, and a load of surface design inspiration. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, there’s always something new to discover. Join us for this creative journey and unlock the full potential of your longarm machine. See you in Part 2!

5 to 6 p.m. Sewcial Hour
Join us from 5 to 6 p.m. Shop the Gammill store, meet the educators, enjoy time with your fellow longarm quilters, receive a hands-on demo, and more. No pre-registration is required for this event.

Confidence Essentials

10 to 10:30 a.m. Doors open and check-in. Pre-registration is required as the event may fill up. Click here to register.
10:30 a.m. to Noon: session
Noon to 1:30: Lunch – optional pre-purchased box lunch
1:30 to 5 p.m. Sessions
5 to 6 p.m. Meet and Greet

Locations

Below are the locations for Quilting with Confidence 2024! Coming soon to a city near you.

Venues will be announced soon. Venues will be within 100 miles of the posted location. Details to be announced. Space is limited and will sell out.

To register for Day 1 – Confidence Essentials – Click the links below.

Houston, Texas | April 1-3
Tucson, Arizona | April 10-12 (Confidence Essentials – FULL – WAITLIST ONLY)
Santa Ana, California | April 14-16
Sacramento, California | April 18-20 (Confidence Essentials – FULL – WAITLIST ONLY)
Fallon, Nevada | April 22-24
Flagstaff, Arizona | April 27-29
Santa Fe, New Mexico | May 1-3
Granbury, Texas | May 5-7 (Confidence Essentials – FULL – WAITLIST ONLY)
Shawnee, Oklahoma | May 9-11
Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin | May 19-21 (Confidence Essentials – FULL – WAITLIST ONLY)
Okemos, Michigan | May 23-25 (Confidence Essentials – FULL – WAITLIST ONLY)
Cornwall, Canada | May 28-30
Moncton, Canada | June 2-4
Boston, Massachusetts | June 7-9
Morgantown, Pennsylvania | June 11-13
Fredericksburg, Virginia | June 15-17
Newark, Ohio | June 19-21 (Confidence Essentials – FULL – WAITLIST ONLY)
Indianapolis, Indiana | June 23-25
St. Louis, Missouri | June 27-29
Omaha, Nebraska | July 31-August 2
Colorado Springs, Colorado | August 4-6
Casper, Wyoming | August 8-10
Salt Lake City, Utah | August 12-14
Boise, Idaho | August 16-18
Bend, Oregon | August 20-22
Spokane, Washington | August 24-26
Vancouver, Canada | September 4-6
Calgary, Canada | September 9-11
Missoula, Montana | September 14-16
Billings, Montana | September 18-20
Pierre, South Dakota | September 22-24
Minneapolis, Minnesota | September 26-28
Des Moines, Iowa | September 30 – October 2
Little Rock, Arkansas | October 12-14
Baton Rouge, Louisiana | October 16-18
Jacksonville, Florida | October 20-22
Columbia, South Carolina | October 24-26
Durham, North Carolina | October 28-30
Atlanta, Georgia | November 1-3
Birmingham, Alabama | November 5-7
Nashville, Tennessee | November 9-11
San Antonio, Texas | November 14-16

FAQs

How much is Quilting with Confidence?

Confidence Essentials is free of charge. This event will be held the first day at each QWC location.
QWC includes seven 90-minute sessions and a wrap-up session. Pricing is $379.

What do I need to bring?

Computerized users should bring a laptop with CreativeStudio 7 in Stand Alone Mode to follow along. To download CreativeStudio 7, visit Gammill.com/CreativeStudio. All other supplies and equipment are provided. I

What is Included?

Confidence Essentials is a free event. A boxed lunch will be available for optional purchase.

The fee for Quilting with Confidence includes education, educational materials, lunch, and light refreshments. Hotel accommodations, breakfast, and dinner are not included.

I have a food allergy or special request.

We do our best to provide a meal option that will accomodate as many people as possible. However, we may be unable to accomodate all special requests. Please check with the cateror or staff person at your QWC venue for questions about specific meals. You are also welcome to bring a lunch/snacks with you.

Are the classes hands on?

Yes! The hand guided classes include stitching time on Gammill longarm machines (machines are shared – 2 quilters per machine). Computerized classes include hands on activities using CreativeStudio Stand Alone Mode.

Should I take beginner or advanced computerized?

Students taking the Foundations track will learn how to Navigate CreativeStudio, and use it’s functions, including the Edge to Edge function. This track covers roll quilt, re-locate and restart quilting after a thread break/bobbin change. Students will utilize the features of CS to place designs in a simple custom quilt and will watch in real-time as the designs are stitched out on the QWC 2024 Foundations panel using the Statler Ascend. Students will have the opportunity to practice what they learn during class on their laptop in SAM. Students should bring a laptop with CS installed.

Students who have a good knowledge base of CreativeStudio and its features, and are proficient with the Edge to Edge function should consider the Advance track. The Advanced track will cover Repeat Patterns and will utilize other functions to teach students how to create their own designs. Students will learn how to edit, adjust, and create new patterns to fit on the QWC 2024 Advanced Panel, including adding Text, making and stitching an applique on the quilt top, and stitching around pieced applique. Students will follow along with the PowerPoint presentations, and have time to practice each lesson during class on their laptop in SAM. Students need to bring a laptop with CS installed.

Are there special rates at nearby hotels?

Some of the QWC events will be held at hotels that offer a rate for attendees. An e-mail will be sent to participants about rates and area hotels.

Who should attend?

Everyone! The Quilting with Confidence events are open to all longarm quilters or those interested in longarm quilting. It is not necessary to own a Gammill. The computerized sessions are geared toward Gammill CreativeStudio users. The hand guided session, as well as Confidence Essentials, are appropriate for all longarm quilters. This is also a great opportunity for those interested in learning more about longarm quilting.

I would like to share a room or travel expenses with a fellow quilter.

We recommend reaching out to other participants through the Gammill Facebook groups. Click here to learn about these groups.

Will items be for sale at the event?

Yes! We will have a store available for shopping. The store includes items that you will use in class if you would like to purchase something you have used such as a panel or ruler. There will also be Gammill gear and some small parts and supplies.

Who will teach at the event?

Gammill’s team of trained educators will be presenting at the various events. The educators who will be at each individual event will not be announced beforehand. The Gammill education team has worked diligently to create content and an educational experience that is consistently outstanding for each student.

What is the cancellation policy?

0 to 10 days prior to the event: No Refunds
11 to 30 days prior to the event: Refund less $100 cancellation fee.
More than 30 days prior to the event: Refund less $50 cancellation fee.

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