Ready to Roll: An APQS Longarm Learning Event

Step in Curious, Leave Confident. Discover the Joy of Longarm Quilting—No Experience Needed

May 9–10, 2026 | $349 + tax
*There are only 36 spots so reserve them today!

🌟 Get a $500 OFF coupon (to use for a future purchase of a new machine and table) just for attending the event! 🌟

Are you curious about longarm quilting but not sure where to start? Whether you’re exploring a new creative hobby or considering longarm quilting as a business, the Ready to Roll Longarm Retreat is designed just for you. Spend two immersive days learning, stitching, experimenting, and building confidence—all on APQS longarm quilting machines.

This retreat is for those who do not yet own a longarm or are just starting, and want to understand what longarm quilting can bring to their life, creativity, or business dreams.

Who Should Attend?

This retreat is ideal for:

Quilters curious about longarming
Creatives exploring a new hobby
Anyone considering a quilting business
Anyone who wants a fun, hands-on weekend learning something new

Details

What to Expect

Two Full Days of Hands-On Longarm Play & Learning

You’ll spend both days quilting, testing techniques, exploring machine features, and learning what longarm ownership truly feels like. This is more than a demo—it’s an experience.

Led by Lauren Jackson of Bold Notion Quilting

Join educator, designer, and longarm expert Lauren Jackson, known for her warm teaching style and deep technical know-how. Lauren will guide you from the basics to the “aha!” moments—giving you the confidence to decide whether a longarm is right for you.

Lauren Jackson

Based in Florida, Lauren Jackson of Bold Notion Quilting is known for her dynamic free-motion techniques and empowering instruction.

Why Attend

You’ll leave with:

A clear understanding of longarm quilting
Real hands-on experience
Confidence to pursue quilting for fun or profit
Guidance from an industry expert
A supportive, engaging, and fun retreat atmosphere
A better idea whether a longarm is right for you

When

May 9–10, 2026

Where

Tallahassee, Florida
Hosted at the Drury Plaza Hotel
1690 Raymond Diehl Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32308

Lodging

Drury Plaza Hotel – Tallahassee
Group Rate: $135 per night

Includes:

Free breakfast
Free 5:30 Kickback food every evening

Reservation Info
Use Group Number: 10177557

Book in either of these ways:

Online: Visit the Drury Hotels website and enter group number 10177557
Phone: Call 1-800-325-0720 and reference group number 10177557

Cost

PRICE: $349 + tax

Includes:

Two full days of instruction
Hands-on longarm experience
Catered lunches both days
All materials for class activities
🌟$500 OFF coupon (to use for a future purchase of a new machine and table)

Day 1

Launchpad Latte! Retreat Road Map

Coffee
Introductions
Cover retreat schedule
Share individual goals for the retreat

What is a Longarm Really?

Learn the lingo
dissect the parts and their uses
learn how the longarm machines on the market stack up

Ready to Roll! Fundamentals from Loading to Quilting

Hands-on practice with the longarms: loading, basting, quilting, advancing
Learn longarm features that make all of these functions easier

Beginner to Booked

Easy Free Motion Designs to kickstart your journey
Build Confidence and learn how easy LA quilting really is
The Power of pantographs

Day 2

Budget Space and Support

The Questions you should ask when purchasing a Longarm machine

Hobby Hustle or Business?

Pros and cons of all aspects of owning a longarm
The benefits for personal/business use
Business break down and forms
Return on investment

Tap to Quilt

The Power of quilting with longarm robotics:
- pros and cons
- ease of use

Ready to Roll? Join Us in Tallahassee!

Space is limited to ensure maximum time on the machines.
Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward confident longarm quilting.