{"product_id":"beginning-longarm-rental-class-appleton","title":"Beginning Longarm Rental Class - Appleton","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin us for a Beginning Longarm Rental class!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe hold these classes monthly and by request at both Elkhorn and Appleton locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf Day Class Typically 10am-2pm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quilting Connection Team will show you the steps on how we prepare your projects to load on our longarm frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluded with your class is 132\" Rental Quick Zip set ($31.99 value) this zipper set will save you so much time when loading on to our frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou get to do all the pinning ahead and when you are ready to quilt simply attach your zipper set to our zipper on our frame and start loading!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will need to bring your project to class, but we will not be quilting on your project during class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first time you use our longarm machine will be on our practice fabric. During class, we will show you the 3 ways you can rent our longarm. You will learn how to free-motion quilt, follow a paper pantograph, and learn the computerized Pro-Stitcher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce you try all 3 ways of longarm quilting, you can decide how you are going to rent to finish your quilts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will also learn how to attach your project to your zipper set so you are all ready to come back and sew your project together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't forget to bring your binding and we can help you attach it to your project after quilting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will be all ready to flip and sew at home! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCLASS SUPPLIES :\u003cbr\u003e-If you have a project to discuss, please bring your quilt top, backing fabric at least 6\"- 8\" wider and longer than the quilt top and\u003cbr\u003e-Pins (approximately 200 for a king quilt, less if your quilt is smaller). Pins are available for purchase during class if you do not have enough.\u003cbr\u003e-Feel free to bring a light lunch or a snack. Class is about 4 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will have homework before class! :)\u003cbr\u003eGo to YouTube and search for \u003cstrong\u003eAngie’s Answers.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMake sure to watch \u003cstrong\u003ePart 1 How to Square up a Backing Fabric.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen watch \u003cstrong\u003ePart 2 Getting a quilt ready to load on the frame.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally watch \u003cstrong\u003eThe Quick Zip System - Zippers for a longarm! How to pin a project.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese 3 videos will help you have a better understanding of the process we teach to get a project ready to load on a frame. We will show you in person at class the entire process hands-on.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a good idea to wear layers we have high ceilings so our store can be cold or hot. We have a fridge and a microwave for you to use if you want to bring lunch or snacks. We are excited to teach you how to use these amazing machines!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRental fees after class:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are physically moving the machine with free-motion quilting or following paper pantographs you will pay $25 per hour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the computerized Pro-Stitcher is physically moving the machine you will pay $35 per hour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe average Queen size quilt takes about 4-6 hours and really depends on the pattern you pick. Some patterns are close together and will take longer than others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will also have a bobbin charge of $2.50 per bobbin that will cover your top and bottom thread during the rentals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking this Rental Class is learning how to operate the Longarm safely and accurately. You will be actively participating in each rental while you work towards independence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quilting Connection","offers":[{"title":"July 22nd 2026","offer_id":45196479725665,"sku":"10603","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"August 12th 2026","offer_id":45196479758433,"sku":"10604","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"October 8th 2026","offer_id":45196479791201,"sku":"10605","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"November 4th 2026","offer_id":45196479823969,"sku":"10606","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/3801\/2001\/files\/BLARC_73334.png?v=1781625441","url":"https:\/\/the-quilting-connection-llc.myshopify.com\/products\/beginning-longarm-rental-class-appleton","provider":"The Quilting Connection LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}