July 17, 2021, What’s New in Pro-Stitcher Premium Version .0535? **Class Full**

Susan Manry Virtually via Zoom

My apologies, Quilters.  I never guessed that the 90+ spaces allowed by my Zoom subscription would fill in a matter of hours. Instead of trying to schedule another round, I'm going to record this Saturday's class and post it on my website when the editing and uploading are complete, I'll post on my Facebook page and send an email to those registered on my website. Thank you for your understanding and your patience! SusanQuilters, it’s time for an upgrade! This July 17, be the among the first to discover the brand new features coming to Pro-Stitcher! Join me, alongside your stitching peers for the premier of Pro-Stitcher Premium Version 0535! This completely free two-hour educational experience will teach you everything you need to know in order to make the most of the new features. Old dogs-- you’ll see what kind of new tricks you can learn! And newbies-- if you’ve been unsure of taking the plunge, this is the perfect opportunity for you to decide. Don’t miss this event, quilters!  Join me at the cutting edge (but watch your fingers!) of Quilting technology.  New tools abound as well as improvements upon the old! I’ll demonstrate the new Triangle Skew feature, […]

Free

August 5, 2021, Pro-Stitcher Premium: Just the Basics

Susan Manry Virtually via Zoom

Quilters, with the release of Pro-Stitcher Premium’s new features, it’s the perfect time to get back to basics! Whether you’re a newbie learning to load quilts for the first time, or an old hand looking to firm up your foundations, this is your chance to flourish! We’ll begin our course by breaking down the features, tools, and user interface.  I’ll show you how to easily update PSP, and where to go for additional support options.  Once we’re comfortable in our working knowledge of the program, we’ll move on to what we came here for—design and execution!I’ll introduce you to PSP in Simulation to help pare down the time you spend before the machine. I'll teach you all about edge-to-edge quilting.  I’ll show you the easy way to download, import, and install purchased designs, too.   You’ll learn all the tools for repeating and wrapping, clever tricks for advancing your quilts, such as the drag-and-drop method, how to avoid the dreaded yet mythical “pattern drift”, and how to gracefully recover from disruptions, such as power outages and thread breakage.  You will master the skills of repositioning and restarting – I promise! As always, you’ll be free each day to ask any questions […]

$100.00

August 13-14, Pro-Stitcher Premium: Basics & Beyond

Susan Manry Virtually via Zoom

Quilters, the new release of Pro-Stitcher Premium is here! It’s time to stretch our imaginations and reach beyond the basics!  If you’re ready to learn how to make use of PSP’s stunning new features and functions-- and all the wonderful ways to integrate with the old-- this is the class for you! We’ll begin our course by breaking down the features, tools, and user interface.  I’ll show you how to easily update PSP, and where to go for additional support options.  Once we’re comfortable in our working knowledge of the program, we’ll move on to what we came here for—design and execution!I’ll teach you all about simulating quilt layouts, for both edge-to-edge and custom quilt treatments, to help pare down the time you spend before the machine.  I’ll show you the easy way to download, import, and install purchased designs, too.   You’ll learn all the tools for repeating and wrapping, clever tricks for advancing your quilts, such as the drag-and-drop method, how to avoid the dreaded yet mythical “pattern drift”, and how to gracefully recover from disruptions, such as power outages and thread breakage.  You will master the skills of repositioning and restarting – I promise! We’ll expand our creativity […]

$175.00

September 17, 2021, Pro-Stitcher Premium: Just the Basics

Susan Manry Virtually via Zoom

Whether you’re a newbie learning to load quilts for the first time, or an old hand looking to firm up your foundations, this is your chance to flourish!  If you've been looking for PSP education, here's an exclusive class designed to teach you the pro-skills you need to maximize your productivity with Pro-Stitcher Premium. We’ll begin our course by breaking down the features, tools, and user interface.  I’ll show you how to easily update PSP, and where to go for great support options.  Once we’re comfortable in our working knowledge of the program, we’ll move on to what we came here for—design and execution!I’ll introduce you to using PS in Simulation Mode to help pare down the time you spend before the machine.   You'll learn all about edge-to-edge quilting, all the tools for repeating and wrapping, clever tricks for advancing your quilts, such as the drag-and-drop method, and how to avoid the dreaded, yet mythical, “pattern drift”.   I'll teach you how to gracefully recover from disruptions, such as power outages and thread breakage, and you will master the skills of repositioning and restarting – I promise! I’ll show you the easy way to download, import, and install purchased designs, too.  […]

$100.00

October 23-24, 2021, Pro-Stitcher Premium: Basics and Beyond

Susan Manry Virtually via Zoom

It’s time to stretch our imaginations and reach beyond the basics!  If you’re ready to learn how to make use of PSP’s stunning new features and functions– and all the wonderful ways to integrate with the old– this is the class for you! We’ll begin our course by breaking down the features, tools, and user interface.  I’ll show you how to easily update PSP, and where to go for additional support options.  Once we’re comfortable in our working knowledge of the program, we’ll move on to what we came here for—design and execution!I’ll teach you all about simulating quilt layouts, for both edge-to-edge and custom quilt treatments, to help pare down the time you spend before the machine.  I’ll show you the easy way to download, import, and install purchased designs, too.   You’ll learn all the tools for repeating and wrapping, clever tricks for advancing your quilts, such as the drag-and-drop method, how to avoid the dreaded “pattern drift”, and how to gracefully recover from disruptions, such as power outages and thread breakage. You will master the skills of repositioning and restarting – I promise! We’ll expand our creativity by working with multiple designs simultaneously, we’ll set corners with borders […]

$175

October 30, 2021, Pro-Stitcher Premium: Just the Basics

Susan Manry Virtually via Zoom

Quilters, with summer plans all packed away and children back in school, this is the perfect opportunity to get back to the basics! Whether you’re a new Quilter eager to start your Longarm journey, or a veteran looking to shake the dust off, this class will provide you with the foundations you need! This exclusive class was designed to teach you the pro-skills you need to maximize your productivity with Pro-Stitcher Premium.We’ll begin our course by breaking down the features, tools, and user interface.  I’ll show you how to easily update PSP, and where to go for great support options.  Once we’re comfortable in our working knowledge of the program, we’ll move on to what we came here for—design and execution! I’ll introduce you to using PS in Simulation Mode to help pare down the time you spend before the machine.   You'll learn all about edge-to-edge quilting, all the tools for repeating and wrapping, clever tricks for advancing your quilts, such as the drag-and-drop method, and how to avoid the dreaded, yet mythical, “pattern drift”.   I'll teach you how to gracefully recover from disruptions, such as power outages and thread breakage, and you will master the skills of repositioning and […]

$100.00

November 12, 2021, Intro to Pro-Stitcher and Designer – HQ Event Host: A Block Away Quilt Shop

A Block Away Quilt Shop 2706 N. 10th Street, McAllen, TX, United States

Quilters, getting started with Pro-Stitcher is just A Block Away! This November 12th, join me at A Block Away Quilt Shop for a fun and informative day with Pro-Stitcher and Pro-Stitcher Designer.  If you’re thinking about jumping into the world of computerized quilting and digital design, don’t hesitate! For the more experienced quilters, this class may not be your cup of tea, but if a friend has expressed interest in learning your craft, this is the perfect opportunity to bring them into the fold!If you’re considering joining the Pro-Stitcher family, don’t delay!  Start your journey with all the knowledge you need to hit the ground running! I will be teaching this class virtually from my home studio and you can either learn from home or enjoy the event at the shop in their super new classroom, where you can test drive machines and Pro-Stitcher, and talk to Ron and Barb about the perfect machine that you’ve been dreaming of. Contact A Block Away Quilt Shop at (956) 638-1961, or register online here! Class size is limited – reserve your spot early!  Students who learn from home should be comfortable using Zoom to communicate, and should ensure the stability of their […]

November 19 and December 3, 2021, Pro-Stitcher Premium: Basics and Beyond (Bi-weekly)

Susan Manry Virtually via Zoom

Quilters, many of you have been asking for a change of pace!  While some students prefer to learn new material from top-to-bottom before applying it, others like more time for reflection.  With that in mind,  here’s a new twist on an old favorite-- Pro-Stitcher Premium Basics and Beyond Biweekly. If you’re finding inspiration faster than you can quilt it, let me give you a hand.  Join me this November 19th and December 3rd for an exclusive class designed to teach you the pro-skills you need to maximize your productivity with Pro-Stitcher Premium.We’ll begin our course by breaking down the features, tools, and user interface.  I’ll show you how to easily update PSP, and where to go for great support options.  Once we’re comfortable in our working knowledge of the program, we’ll move on to what we came here for—design and execution! I’ll teach you all about simulating quilt layouts, for both edge-to-edge and custom quilt treatments, to help pare down the time you spend before the machine.  I’ll show you the easy way to download, import, and install purchased designs, too.   You’ll learn all the tools for repeating and wrapping, clever tricks for advancing your quilts, such as the drag-and-drop […]

$175

August 30-31, 2022, Pro-Stitcher Premium HANDS-ON at Honey Bee Quilt Store, Austin TX

Honey Bee Quilt Store 9308 Anderson Mill Rd Ste 300, Austin, TX, United States

Back to school isn't just for kids, Quilters!  Here is a great way to get back to learning. Hands-on education for Pro-Stitcher Premium is waiting for you at Honey Bee Quilt Store! I hope you'll join me for this fabulous two-day event. Topics include: • Program Navigation: Overview of tools, features, and settings• File Types: Designs, Workspaces, and Areas• Drag and drop method for accurate advancement of the quilt, including solutions for gaps between rows, and pattern “drift”• All about the New Start/End tool• Interruptions: Easily realigning the pattern with existing quilting, bobbin changes and thread breaks, and restarting anywhere• Custom Quilting and the Modify Tools• Using Move, Mark, and Record• Introduction to Pro-Stitcher Designer Plus:• Ask the teacher: What would you like to know?• Create a Special Wholecloth Project to take with you

$239.00

November 14-18, 2022, Stitchin’ Heaven Seminar at Sea!

Stitchin' Heaven TX, United States

If you're looking for the ultimate in quilting retreats, then this is for you! Next November, just as the snow is getting its foothold, why not escape to the sunny Caribbean?  Imagine cruising with your quilting buds and taking longarm quilting classes at sea with me, Micki, Adam, and our friends from Stitchin' Heaven! This is the chance of a lifetime, Quilters, so don't tarry - talk to your quilty buds and make plans now! Information is found here!