Free-Motion Filler Frenzy

Join the Free Motion Filler Frenzy, a fun and free stitch-along with renowned author and designer Natalia Bonner. This engaging stitch-along will guide you through the process of machine quilting 12 fantastic background fills, ranging from geometric and linear to curves and beyond. Perfect for both beginners and experienced quilters, this hands-on series is a great way to learn new skills, improve your quilting techniques, and have a blast!

Overview

Natalia Bonner will teach you step-by-step how to machine quilt 12 amazing background fills. This stitch-along includes six lessons, each designed to help you master different quilting techniques.

Lessons

• Lesson 1: Marking + Loops & Blocks

• Lesson 2: Echo Bubbles & Triangles

• Lesson 3: Squiggle & Stipple

• Lesson 4: Jigsaw & Slither

• Lesson 5: Pebbles & Arches

• Lesson 6: Maze & Wind

Bonus Lessons

• Figure 8's & Ribbon Candy on Orange Slices

• Flowers & Swirls on Circles

When

Now! Start anytime and enjoy on-demand lessons with unlimited access through the Piece N Quilt Classroom dashboard. Log in daily to access new video lessons and stitch-along with a community of enthusiastic quilters from the comfort of your own home.

How to Join??

1. Sign up here! Free-Motion Filler Frenzy

2. After checkout, you'll receive an email with instructions on accessing the class dashboard.

3. Join our Piece N Quilt - Show & Tell Facebook group to share your progress, connect with fellow quilters, and find inspiration.

What You Will Need

Quilting Surface

• Panel: Use a Free-Motion Filler Frenzy Panel available from Honest Fabrics (Natalia uses the 51"x60" size).

  • **If using a larger panel, ensure you have a larger circle than the Sway 5 machine quilting ruler.

• Scraps: Alternatively, use fat quarter sandwiches made from your fabric scraps.

Batting

• 1 layer of Quilter's Dream Poly Deluxe Batting

Rulers

• Long Rotary Ruler with 45° + 60° angle

• Sway 5 Machine Quilting Ruler

  • (Only needed if quilting on a Free-Motion Filler Frenzy Panel. Not required for fat quarter scraps.)

Thread

• Top Thread:

  • #451

  • #418

  • #474

  • #492

  • #519

  • #460

• Bottom Line: 

  • #624

Workbooks

• Free-Motion Filler Frenzy Design Workbook

  • Includes applique templates for Orange Slice & Circles

• Quilter's Sketchbook

Marking Tools

• Marker: Mark-B-Gone Marker

• Removal: Misting Spray Bottle

• (Only needed if marking a Free-Motion Filler Frenzy Panel. Not required for fat quarter scraps.)

Skill Level

Participants should have a basic knowledge of free-motion quilting and be familiar with their machine. This class is suitable for anyone capable of free-motion quilting. The "Beginner's Guide to Free-Motion Quilting" book or online class is recommended as a prerequisite but not required.

Let's Get Started!

Dive into the Free Motion Filler Frenzy and discover the joy of quilting with Natalia Bonner. Gather your supplies, sign up today, and start your quilting journey with engaging lessons and a supportive community. Let's quilt some amazing background fills together!

• Workbooks are not spiral bound.

• Class registration is valid for one student only. Lessons may not be shared. Registered students will have lifetime access to lesson videos.