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This 60-minute workshop is a confidence-building session for quilters who want to better understand design decisions… by looking instead of guessing. And also, by trusting themselves.

BONUS:

Lifetime access to the replay is included - so you can revisit it whenever you want a little design clarity.  

Still second-guessing your quilting choices?

You're not alone.

Most quilters worry about:

  • Picking the “wrong” design and ruining the quilt

  • Having too many options and no clear direction

  • Not seeing what the quilt “wants”

  • Comparing themselves to experts who seem to know instantly

If you’ve ever stalled on a project because you just couldn’t decide how to quilt it… this is for you.

Inside this workshop, you’ll…

  • See side-by-side photos of identical quilt tops finished with completely different quilting designs

  • Learn how scale, motif, and density change the quilt’s final look

  • Understand why multiple quilting choices can all be right

  • Hear how seasoned quilters think about design decisions

  • Walk away feeling inspired instead of frozen

This is a calm, visual, judgment-free session designed to build your eye, your confidence, and your trust in your own instincts.

You're warmly invited.

Come for 60 minutes! You'll find clarity, encouragement, and beautiful examples. You’ll leave with fresh eyes — and fewer doubts — about your own quilting decisions. Get your ticket now!

Instant Access - $27

I’m Susan Smith - quilter, teacher, and side-by-side comparison enthusiast.

For many, many quilts, I agonized over design choices.  

What if I chose wrong?  What if it wasn't the "right" one? Would my quilt be ruined?

I spent hours sketching, hesitating, and doubting--until I realized that right isn't the goal..resonant is.  

The best quilting design is about what works for this quilt--for this purpose, with your budget, taste, and timeline in mind.  

Now my favorite part of quilting is showing how different designs (not just one!) can work--and how the same quilt top can take on an entirely new personality, depending on the path you choose.  

In this workshop, I'm not handing you formulas or telling you what to do.  

I'm helping you see options clearly--and trust yourself more in the process.  

Because quilting isn't a test.  It's a conversation.  

Common Questions

  • Is this for beginners or experienced quilters?

    Both. This session is about seeing and understanding design differences — not mastering a specific skill. Whether you’ve quilted 2 or 200 projects, you’ll walk away with fresh perspective.

  • Will this teach me how to free motion quilt?

    Not exactly — this session is about choosing designs, not stitching them. If you want to learn a variety of designs, check out my Free Motion Quilting Masterclass.

  • Do I need to prepare anything?

    Just come curious. This is a watch-and-learn session with a ton of photos — no supplies needed.

What students are saying:

  • Linda

    Every time I have machine quilted since I started following Susan, I am reminded of the many things I've learned from her about everything from loading the quilt to keeping it flat and straight to the thread color and quilting pattern selection. Sew grateful.

  • Doris

    I am learning so much with Susan’s excellent instruction. The course material, watching Susan stitch the designs, and her samples of how the design appears on quilts is so helpful. And all in the comfort of my own home!

  • Lori

    I am thoroughly enjoying your videos. They are high quality productions with very, very useful content. I always learn something while watching you and find inspiration to try something new. LORI

FAQ

  • Is this for ALL machine quilters? Or only longarmers?

    It's for ALL quilters! Even the hand quilters 😁

  • Can I watch this on my own time? Or only a specific time?

    It will only be held LIVE at the specified time, but the replay will automatically be available for every enrollee.

  • How do I access the workshop?

    Watch for your introduction email! It'll have login details for your student dashboard. That's where you'll find the LIVE course, and also the REPLAY as soon as it's released.

  • If I'm an ADVANCE member, is this workshop included in my membership?

    No, it's not. This is a brand new workshop.