What If You Could Quilt Like That?
Unlock the secrets of free-motion quilting with our free beginner-friendly tutorial.
Ever seen those beautiful, swirly quilted designs and thought, “I could never do that”? Think again!
Our free tutorial, Set in Motion: An Intro to Free-Motion Quilting, breaks it all down step by step—no stress, no guesswork. You’ll learn what free-motion quilting actually is, what tools you’ll need, and how to get started with easy, hands-on practice (hint: it starts with a pencil and paper!).

Set in Motion: An Intro to Free-Motion Quilting
We’ll walk you through everything from prepping your fabric to setting up your machine and even stitching your first sample—with zero pressure to be perfect. You’ll build the confidence and coordination you need to create your own gorgeous quilted designs, one curl and loop at a time.
Here’s a peek at what you’ll learn inside:
- How to simulate quilting movements on paper before you even touch your machine
- The must-have tools that make FMQ easier (yes, even for beginners!)
- Tricks for avoiding tangles, tension trouble, and thread nests
- And more!
Sincerely,
Caitlin Eaton
Executive Editor
We Like Quilting