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Kathy Quilts University
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Kathy Quilts University focuses on three key areas to help longarm quilters succeed.
Too many longarm machine owners never really get their machines working right. They get frustrated, overwhelmed, and regret the money they spent—simply because they don’t understand how to adjust their machine properly. That’s where KQU comes in.
Even experienced quilters are often surprised by the simple tips they’ve never learned. These little things can save hours of frustration and make a big difference in your quilting results. Our training is all about helping you get the most out of your machine and your quilting journey.
Kathy has quilted hundreds of quilts on her Grace Frame with QCT6 Pro automation, and she’s still learning new things all the time. Check out our blog to read about her latest lesson—why quilting with a bed sheet is a big no-no!
Here’s how we help:
1. Master Your Machine – Learn how your longarm works and how to adjust it when things go wrong.
2. Quilt with Confidence – Go beyond edge-to-edge with free motion, rulers, and guides for stunning custom work.
3. Make or Save Money – Join our Affiliate Coupon Program and make your quilting dollars go further! Use your personal coupon code to save on your own purchases and earn points every time someone else uses it. They get a discount—you get rewarded!
| * Featured Video * Check out our newest video for FREE! | |
| Free motion feathers are absolutely worth the practice. Mastering them puts you in a select group of quilters with the confidence and skill to quilt them beautifully. | |
| When we post a new video, you’ll find it here first—and it’ll always be free to watch for at least a week. After that, it becomes part of the KQU subscription classes. This video will be "unlisted" on YouTube so it will not be accessible without the link. | |
Kathy Quilts University - Online Quilting Classes
Our online classes are organized into four categories (Found below) to give you flexible learning options for an easier machine quilting journey. While all courses are listed here, full access to the videos requires a monthly or annual subscription. Enjoy a 3-day free trial and explore our classes to see if they’re the right fit for you!
Class Codes:
| Beginner | Intermediate | Advanced |
KQU Basic and Basic Annual only access to Beginner Level videos. Upper tier subscriptions can access all videos.
Class: Learn To Quilt (Free Classes)
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| What is a Longarm? | Understanding what a longarm machine quilters is and description of machine | * What is a Longarm? |
| Machine Frame Overview | Machine Frame explanation | * Machine Frame Overview |
| Loading A Quilt On Your Frame | Basics of loading a quilt on a machine quilting frame | * Loading a quilt on a frame |
| Free Motion Quilting Concepts | Tips for free motion quilting techniques | * Free Motion Quilting |
| Thread Tension Issues | Understanding thread tension and how to adjust so you get perfect stitching on your quilt | * Thread Tension Issues |
Skill Builder Classes (Subscription Classes)
Skill Builder Classes are perfect for quilters who want to focus on specific techniques without following a strict step-by-step format. Lessons are grouped by skill level—Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced—so you can jump in right where you’re comfortable.
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Longarm Machine Basics - Classes:
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| Basics Of A Longarm Machine | Understanding what a longarm machine quilters is and description of machine, getting it ready to quilt. | * What is a Longarm? * Threading your machine * Winding a Bobbin * Thread Tension Issues * Sewing Off Your Machine *Oiling Longarm *Adjusting Machine Wheels |
| Hopping Feet | How to change hopping feet | *Hopping Feet |
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| Timing Machine and Skipping Stitches | How to troubleshoot skipped stitches and machine timing | |
| Using Circles & Guides | Using a ruler base, ruler foot, circle guides, and rulers |
Understanding Your Machine Frame - Classes:
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| Understanding Your Machine Frame | Overview of machine frame setup and loading a quilt | *Loading a quilt *Loading a quilt on Continuum Frame *Installing Velcro on rails *Attaching Leaders to Q'nique Frame *Leveling Frame |
Free Motion Quilting - Classes:
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| Getting Started | Draw it then quilt it, Pulling Bobbin Thread to top of quilt, Unpicking Your Quilt, | *Draw it the quilt it *Pulling Bobbin to top of quilt *Unpicking your quilt |
| Free Motion Quilting Ideas | A twist on meandering, Cheater Panels, Wall Hanging using a pounce and guide | *Meandering *FMQ on Wall Hanging *Quilting Straight Lines Without Channel Locks |
| Free Motion Quilting Stars & Swirls | Free motion quilting can feel tricky at first, but stars and swirls are simple, beginner-friendly designs you can use on all kinds of projects. In this video, Kathy shows how marking your quilt helps keep everything lined up and looking great. | * Stars & Swirls |
Feathers & Fills - Classes:
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| Feathers & Fill Designs | Feathers can be used so many ways. Check out these ideas | *Feathers & Fills |
| Stacked Feathers & Wreath Designs | Get a closer look at stacked feathers and how you can use them to fill space on your quilt. | |
| Scallops & Feathers | How to use circle guides doing ruler work, then fill stacked feathers, straight lines made simple | *Master Scallops and Feathers |
Computerized Quilting - Classes:
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| Edge to Edge Automated Quilting | Placing a edge to edge pantograph pattern with QCT6, Marking Tool, Quilting in Zones. | *Edge to Edge with QCT6 *QCT6 Pro Power Panto |
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| Adjusting Node Points QCT6 Pro | Sometimes you need to change the orientation of the design you are placing to fit your quilt blocks. This video show how to adjust them and how to use the marking tool. | *Adjusting Node Points QCT |
| A Full Quilt Project With QCT6 Pro | This class covers everything you need to know about doing a whole quilt in QCT6 Pro |
Structured Classes
These videos are only available to KQU subscribers. If you’re not subscribed yet, you won’t be able to view them—but don’t worry, it’s easy to join and get instant access!
Beginner Level: Foundations of Machine Quilting
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Video Links |
| Getting Started | Threading, tension, basic maintenance | * Threading Your Machine * Adjusting Thread Tension * Sewing Off Your Machine * Winding A Bobbin *Adjusting Wheels For A Smooth Ride |
| First Stitches | Straight-line quilting, stitch length, speed control, Continuous line quilting. | *Quilting In A Straight Line * Stars & Swirls |
| Simple Patterns | Stitching in the ditch, echo quilting, basic stitches | *Stitch in the ditch |
| Essential Tools & Accessories | Rulers, hopping feet, marking tools | *Hopping Feet *Rulers and Marking Tools |
| Quilt Loading & Managing Fabric | Proper quilt loading on a frame | *How To Load A Quilt On Your Frame *Here Is Loading A Quilt On A Continuum Frame |
| Troubleshooting Common Issues | Skipped stitches, thread breakage, puckering | *Skipped Stitches and Timing |
| First Quilt | Small wall hanging or baby quilt | *My First Quilt - Wall Hanging |
Intermediate Level: Building Skill & Confidence
| Lesson | Topics Covered | Videos |
| Free-Motion Mastery | Feathers, swirls, loops | *Feathers and How To Use Them * Stars & Swirls |
| Ruler Work | Straight lines, curves, grids with rulers | |
| Custom Quilting | Filling blocks and borders with different designs | |
| Thread Play | Using different thread weights and colors | Coming Soon |
| Quilting Feathers & Scrolls | Stacked Feathers and how to use feathers. | |
| Quilting with Panels | Customizing a cheater panel | |
| Intermediate Project | Quilting a throw-size quilt with multiple techniques | Coming Soon |
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