Getting Started with Longarm Quilting

Welcome, quilter! Whether you’re brand new to quilting or just new to longarm machines, we’re excited to help you begin your quilting journey. Handi Quilter longarms are designed to be approachable, reliable, and full of creative possibilities. This page brings together the essential tools, tips, and videos you’ll need to get comfortable and confident.

What You’ll Learn

Our Getting Started series walks you through everything step by step:

  • Setting up your longarm quilting machine
  • Understanding thread, needles, and tension
  • Loading your quilt properly
  • Practicing basic movements and designs
  • Exploring free-motion quilting and ruler work
  • Getting comfortable with stitch regulation and machine features

Your Learning Path

We recommend starting with the first video in the series and moving through at your own pace.
Each lesson builds on the last, so you’ll gradually develop the skills you need to tackle your
first quilt with confidence.

Learn by Watching

We’ve created a 26-part video series that covers the fundamentals of longarm quilting.
You can watch the entire playlist right here on our site, or jump into the sections that interest
you most.

Watch the full “Getting Started” Playlist

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