Handi Quilter Hands-On Training Event

Learn new skills, try the machines, and stitch with confidence!

June 4-6, 2026

Perfect for Beginners & Experienced Quilters

Join us for a wonderful weekend of quilting with Handi Quilter National Educators Kim Sandberg and Maegen Brewster, where you’ll learn, stitch, and gain confidence every step of the way.

  • Hands-On Experience
  • Take a Handi Quilter Longarm for a "Test Drive"
  • Learn New Techniques & Build Confidence
  • 2 National Educators
  • Try Before You Buy

Educator Spotlight

Unique Experience: Learn directly from two Handi Quilter National Educators, Kim Sandberg & Maegan Brewster.

Kim Sandburg

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Kimberly learned to sew at a young age from her mother and grandmothers and completed her first quilt after discovering a log cabin design in high school. What began as a five-year project sparked a lifelong passion for quilting. She began quilting on a home machine in 2003, moved to longarm quilting in 2007, and became a professional longarm quilter in 2016.

Using her HQ Avanté® with Pro-Stitcher®, Kimberly combines precise computerized designs with creative free-motion quilting to highlight beautiful patchwork. Once a traditional quilter, her style has evolved to include modern influences. She has taught quilting across the U.S. for Handi Quilter and now enjoys sharing her passion and expertise in the Handi Quilter Studio.

Active in the quilting community, Kimberly belongs to several quilt guilds and enjoys reading, cooking, and hiking in the Utah mountains with her husband, children, and dog.

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Maegan Brewster

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Maegan Brewster is a professional longarm quilter and quilting instructor with more than 20 years of quilting experience. She is the owner of Mae We Quilt, based in Bryan, Texas, where she provides longarm quilting services including edge-to-edge quilting, custom quilting, ruler work, and Pro-Stitcher quilting.

Maegan began quilting at age eight in a mother-daughter quilt class and later expanded her skills while working at a local quilt shop for over 13 years. During that time, she built strong connections in the quilting community while helping quilters complete their projects through longarm services, rentals, and education programs.

Today, Maegan quilts from her home studio using her Handi Quilter Forte, helping quilters transform their quilt tops into finished quilts. She is passionate about teaching and enjoys helping quilters of all skill levels gain confidence in their quilting.

The Workshops

Lunch & Supplies are included each day

9:00AM - 4:00PM Daily

Day 1: Longarm Speed Dating

Day 2: Pro-Stitcher Basics

Day 3: Pro-You Can Do That on a Longarm?

*For more information on any of these workshops Click Here.

The Essentials

Longarm Speed Dating & Pro-Stitcher Basics

Day 1

Longarm Speed Dating

 

  • Fast-paced hands-on mini classes

  • Try multiple longarm quilting techniques

  • Learn free-motion all-over designs

  • Rotate through guided stations with a national educator

Day 2

Pro-Stitcher Basics

  • Introduction to Pro-Stitcher computerized quilting

  • Learn to set up and stitch quilting designs

  • Explore ruler work basics

  • Build confidence using longarm automation

  • Perfect for new or prospective longarm owners

The Essentials package includes Day 1 & Day 2 and can be purchased on its own, or you can add Day 3 for an extended experience. See the Day 3 info below.

Essentials Package: $199

Day 3: You Can Do That on a Longarm?

You Can Do That on a Longarm? 

 

  • Discover creative techniques you can do on a longarm beyond quilting

  • Learn shortcuts for quick and easy projects

  • See how sewing machine techniques translate to longarm quilting

  • Create a small beginner-friendly project

  • Explore advanced Pro-Stitcher features and custom design tools

  • Combine free-motion and computerized quilting for unique results

  • Perfect for quilters ready to expand their longarm skills

This class is available as a standalone class or as an add-on to the Essentials Package above.

Day 3: $99

Lodging Options

Lodging Rates

  • Double Occupancy: $85 per person, per night

  • Single Occupancy: $110 per person, per night

*Lodging is optional. All rates are listed before taxes & applicable fees.

*Workshop Details: Click Here

Day 1

Longarm Speed Dating

Class Description: Interested in taking some mini classes on longarms before purchasing? Join one of our national educators as they take you through a selection of quick classes that showcase the education options available. RSVP for your spot today!

Workshop-style mini-classes (3 hours). Classes are 45 mins long: 30 mins of hands-on/15 mins of intro to class.

Free-Motion Fun - teaching 4-6 simple all-over designs.

 

Day 2

Pro-Stitcher Basics

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 consider a quilting business, come see the elegant and precise quilting you can accomplish with Pro-Stitcher. New users – start here!The ABCs of Rulers!

 

Day 3

You Can Do That on a Longarm?

A longarm isn’t just for quilting tops! Come see how techniques usually done with a sewing machine can be accomplished with a longarm machine. You’ll leave with brilliant shortcuts and ideas for quick and easy projects, and a whole new perspective on what’s possible with a longarm!

Small & Sweet: Beginner-Friendly Project

The Advanced Pro-Stitcher course is designed for experienced users who want to take their quilting to the next level. Explore powerful features, custom design tools, and advanced techniques that unlock the full potential of your Handi Quilter longarm machine. From combining free-motion with computer-guided quilting to mastering intricate patterns, this class will help you achieve precision and creativity like never before. If you’re ready to push beyond the basics, this is the course for you!


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