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3 DAY HANDI QUILTER 

EDUCATIONAL VAN EVENT  

March 5-7, 2026   

This event is catered to EVERYONE – This means YOU!  

These three days of hands-on learning with a Handi Quilter National Educator will be a great way to expose yourself to the world of Longarm Quilting without buying first and learning later.  Already an Owner of a Longarm Quilter?? Great, this event will be a great way to beef up your knowledge and obtain exposure to several areas of longarm quilting in just three days.      

During the three days you will be taking a journey with Maureen Guardino into the following: Longarm Bootcamp, Sweet and Simple Free-Motion, Radical Rulers and Exploring ProStitcher. 

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REGISTRATION 

CALL LISA BAKER AT (803) 366 1100  

or email [email protected]

Day Event Fee:  $299 (Includes lunch and supplies for all three days.) 

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DAY ONE: 

March 5, 2026 | 8:30am - 3:45pm    

Class Description:  Does longarm quilting interest you, and you’d like to learn more about it? Or do you just want a review of longarm quilting basics? This class removes the mystery of longarm quilting by explaining machine and frame elements and features, how to load a quilt, and vital facts about thread, needles, and tension. Handi Quilter longarm machine and frame systems come in various sizes for every budget and are user-friendly because they are designed by a quilter, for quilters – just like you! 

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DAY TWO: 

March 6, 2026 | 8:30am - 3:45pm    

AM SESSION - Funky, Fresh & Fabulous Free-Motion Quilting   - 3-hour session  

Class Description:  Quilters everywhere LOVE the excitement and fun of free-motion quilting – and it’s easier than you think! Create flowing designs by connecting simple design elements with continuous lines, traveling across the quilt or filling in a specific area. Learn how drawing and muscle memory contribute to beautiful free-motion quilting, and how you can create stunning designs.      

PM SESSION – Rock Your Rulers - 3-hour session  

Class Description:  If you love precision and consistency in your quilting rulers, you will love using design rulers and templates! These handy tools assist in placing designs accurately and stitching them out precisely. Learn to handle rulers and templates safely with the ruler base and Sure Foot, and how to achieve accuracy with the markings. The wide variety of Handi Quilter rulers will inspire you to new design heights. 

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DAY THREE: 

March 7, 2026 | 8:30am - 3:45pm    

ALL DAY SESSION - Pro-Stitcher Basics Hands

Class Description:  Pro-Stitcher is an intuitive computer-guided quilting system designed especially for use with Handi Quilter longarm quilting machines. User friendly and simple to operate; the step-by-step process for each function is easy and fun. Whether finishing your own quilts or considering a quilting business, come see the elegant and precise quilting you can accomplish with Pro-Stitcher. New users – start here!

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MORE:  

Lunch and Snacks will be provided all three days.  

You will NOT need to bring any supplies to class – Just bring a smile and eagerness to explore new things. 

SPACES ARE LIMITED!!! CALL TO SIGN UP!!!!     

Please call Lisa at the shop 803-366-1100 or email [email protected] for more information and to register.    

3 Day Event Fee: $299  (Includes Lunch and Supplies for all three days.)  

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MEET THE INSTRUCTOR  

JEANNIE GRABOWSKA