Get certified and quilt with confidence

APQS and Quilting Daily have teamed up to offer a longarm certification course like no other. Whether you’re mastering a new longarm machine or you’ve been quilting for years and are ready to start a home-based business, this workshop meets you where you are. From sit-down midarms to stand-up frame-based longarms—of any brand or model—you’ll learn the essential skills and real-world applications needed for your longarm quilting journey.

How it works

The APQS Longarm Certification Workshop sponsored by Quilting Daily is a 14-week, certification-level course. The workshop includes 13 in-depth video lessons that offer practical, immediately applicable instruction and many pages of valuable reference materials that you’ll return to again and again.

This online certification workshop includes personalized feedback on your homework from instructor Eva Ellison—a successful longarm retailer, award-winning custom quilter, and graduate of this very course.

No other class offers ‘certifiable’ confidence in your longarm quilting skills.

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What you’ll learn

• Quilt evaluation and preparation techniques
• Muscle memory exercises for better free-motion control
• Handling quilting challenges—wavy borders, puckered blocks, and more
• Freehand and feather quilting skills
• Custom quilting techniques
• Business basics—from pricing to marketing strategies

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an APQS longarm machine?
Not at all! This course is compatible with any longarm or midarm quilting machine.

Can beginners join this certification course?
Absolutely! If you know how to load a quilt and operate your machine, you’re ready. Beginners will build skills quickly.

What if I’m short on time?
No worries! Lessons are accessible anytime, and you can work ahead if needed.

How do I submit assignments?
Assignments include photos and quilt samples sent via email and mail. Clear instructions and deadlines are provided.

What if I don’t plan to quilt professionally?
You’ll still benefit! While we cover business tips, the focus is on developing solid quilting skills you can use for personal projects.

What happens after the certification course ends?
Enjoy lifetime access to all course materials for continued learning at your own pace.

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