Foundation Workshops

Foundation Workshops run at our Pinhole Quilting Showroom and are usually included as part of the purchase of your Handi Quilter machine. We understand how important it is that we don't just sell "boxes", but instead provide a solid foundation in the new skills, techniques and tips that will set you up for maximum enjoyment of your new hobby or business.

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Why not follow your Foundation Workshop with another one, the next day?

Look at the Project Workshop or Rulers and Fills.​​​​​​​​​​​

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"EASTER"

Longarm Experience

Are you tired of struggling to fit a large quilt through a small domestic sewing machine throat space?

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Join us for a special Easter-themed "Introduction to Longarm Quilting" workshop.

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Whether you are a total beginner or curious about upgrading your studio, this session is designed to show you that anybody can quilt—no "artistic" genes required!​​​​​

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Quilt Your Own Quilt

Do you want to try out Longarm Quilting, but don't have a longarm?​

Pinhole Quilting invite you to come and quilt your own quilt at our showroom near Pershore, Worcestershire.

Spend a day quilting one of your quilts using a stand up Handi Quilter longarm quilting machine.
 

You will learn how to use a pantograph and laser light to quilt from the back.

Sole use of one of the machines, full training, thread and lunch is provided.

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​A fun day!!​​​

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Project Workshop:

Thread Play and Applique on the Longarm

1/2 day - Thread Artistry: Unleash the Creative Power of Thread!

Ready to dive into the world of threads or want to know more about threads? This workshop is designed to help you confidently use your thread collection to its full potential.

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1/2 day - Applique on the Longarm

Using a base square and pre-cut shapes learn how to applique using the longarm. Learn some free-motion quilting design and several techniques for applique.

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Bind your project using the longarm.​

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Try Before You Buy with Stuart Hillard

Introduction to Longarm Quilting

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Be inspired!

Stuart will be talking about some of his latest projects - fabrics, design and quilting inspo! Learn how Stuart uses his Amara with computerised Pro-Stitcher to finish more quilts​​​.​​​

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Find out how a longarm helps you finish more quilts and makes it fun too.​​​​

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Pro-Stitcher for the Terrified!

Are you feeling completely overwhelmed, or just not confident with your Pro-Stitcher?

Then this is the workshop for you.

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We've designed this "back to basics" workshop for customers with either Pro-Stitcher Premium or Lite systems. It’s specifically for those who need a helping hand. No question is too silly, and we're here to build your confidence from the ground up.

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Look out for new date coming up!​​​

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Rulers and Fills Workshop

Moving onto the "fun stuff"!

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Build on your foundation skills!

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Playing with threads, rulers, basic feather designs and fill designs and techniques are covered in this hands on practical full-day workshop at the Pinhole Quilting showroom. 

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Why not combine it with your Foundation Workshop the day before?​​​​​​​​​​

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Beyond The Basics

Workshop

Join Cherry McDaniel and the PQ team on this "Next Steps" Workshop.

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We will be looking at Pantographs, fillers and flow, well as increasing your confidence using your Pro Stitcher if you have it.

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You can also bring a quilt top and we will discuss how you could go about quilting it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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Why not follow on from the Foundation Class the day before?​​​

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NEW

WORKSHOP

Coming Soon

Check back for more workshops at our Showroom in 2026.

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