Quilting classes, workshops and Handi Quilter training events in Maquoketa.
Handi Quilter National Educator Event
Martha Higdon is coming to Maquoketa: November 6–7, 2026
Two days of hands-on longarm quilting with Handi Quilter National Educator Martha Higdon. Whether you're dreaming about a longarm or ready to level up the one you own, there's a class for you.
Day 1 · Friday, Nov. 6
Test Drive a Long Arm
9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Get hands-on and see what a longarm can really do. Perfect for beginners or anyone thinking about a purchase.
Rock Your Rulers
1:00–4:00 PM
Use design rulers and templates for precision, creativity and beautiful results.
Day 2 · Saturday, Nov. 7
Pro-Stitcher Basics and Beyond
AM session 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
PM session 1:00–4:00 PM
Take your Pro-Stitcher skills to the next level with practical training and creative tips.

What we offer
Beginner classes
Cutting, piecing, pressing and binding. Leave with the skills (and the confidence) to make your first quilt.
Project & technique workshops
Focus on a pattern, a block or a technique, and get help when you get stuck.
Handi Quilter training events
Hands-on longarm and Pro-Stitcher training with expert Handi Quilter educators.
AccuQuilt demos
See how cutters and dies speed up a project, and learn tips for getting the most from yours.
Handi Quilter training with the experts
When Handi Quilter educators come to the shop, it’s a chance to learn from people who teach longarm quilting for a living. These hands-on events help new owners get comfortable with their machines and help experienced quilters pick up new designs, techniques and Pro-Stitcher skills. Even if you don’t own a longarm yet, they’re a great way to see what’s possible.
More about Handi Quilter at Hermes.
What to expect
- A relaxed, friendly room, whatever your skill level
- Hands-on instruction, and help when you get stuck
- Fabric and notions available right in the shop
- A great way to meet other quilters in the area
Upcoming classes and events
Dates change through the year. For the current schedule, call the shop, watch our ad in the Maquoketa Shopper, or follow us on Facebook, where we post every new class and event.
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Register for a class
Call to ask about upcoming classes and reserve a seat.