Hello Reader, "I hear it all the time: 'Jackie, I’d love to use those beautiful designs, but I only have a domestic machine.' Today, I’m pulling back the curtain to show you that a professional finish isn’t about the size or type of your machine, it’s about knowing the right technique. I have a quick video for you to show you exactly how to get a pantograph pattern onto your fabric using tracing paper or pounce chalk. This technique "unlocks" my entire library of designs for you, even if you...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, My birthday is coming up on February 27th, and usually, people get gifts on their birthday. But this year, I want to do things a little differently. 20% OFF ALL PANTOGRAPH PATTERNS My birthday wish is to see 100 more quilters stop paying the "Longarm Tax" and start finishing their own masterpieces. To celebrate, I’m opening up a Birthday Savings Week. From now until Friday, you can use the code BIRTHDAY to take 20% off most of my courses and all of my pantograph patterns. SEE...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader It’s that time of year when I start feeling festive and what better way to celebrate than with a fun, free quilting project? I just released my free Christmas Tree Table Runner pattern and a where you see how I quilt it out! This project is simple enough to finish in a day, and the free motion quilting brings it to life. Those swirls give it such a cozy, wintery feel. I’ve gathered all of my free quilting resources in one place, including tips, tutorials, and beginner-friendly...
6 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader It finally feels like fall here in Texas! I’ve been loving these cooler mornings sipping my coffee and finally wearing a sweater. After a long, hot summer, it feels so good to slow down a bit, dream up new designs, and think about how I can help you reach your quilting goals before the end of the year. And that’s exactly what inspired me to create The Confident Quilter Bundle, a complete collection of my three most-loved courses, designed to take you from beginner to confident free...
6 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, My email list has had a growth spurt lately, so if you're new here, welcome! I’m Jackie Brown, and I’m so glad you're part of this growing community. I love helping quilters finish their quilts, whether that’s by doing it for them with my longarm services or by teaching them how to do it themselves! I offer both online and in person classes, and there's nothing better than watching my students realize they can free motion quilt. (Spoiler: yes, you absolutely can!) Are you attending...
10 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, I hope you are having a wonderful week! I just took the third edge to edge quilt off my machine and am doing a little custom on the side! I spent all morning pulling weeds with my grandson and planting flowers! We really got things cleaned up and ready for summer! Today was a very hot day in Texas! We spent a few minutes getting the pool swim ready too! 🧵 Threaded ThoughtsThis past weekend was one for the memory books! My husband Tom and I traveled to Oxford, Mississippi to...
11 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, I am committed to a weekly newsletter for my business and I have named it The Quilted Line. Read all the way to the bottom to see why I chose The Quilted Line. The Quilted Line is sort of where stitches meet stories and I have three sections: Threaded Thoughts is where I share something in my life, could be quilting related or not. Quilter's Corner: Connections in the quilting community. (let me know if you'd like for me to spotlight any events that you know of!) From the Frame:...
11 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, If you are new to my email list, welcome! I like to share what I am working on as well as where I will be working. I set a goal for 2025 to help as many quilters as possible finish their quilts. I have three ways to do this: I can finish your quilt for you with one of my edge to edge designs. (just reply to this email and I can get your quilt done in about 2 weeks or less) I can teach you how to quilt either in person or through online classes. (more details below!) You can...
12 months ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, I was once intimidated to try free-motion quilting. It felt overwhelming to me at first. I wasn't sure where to begin. As a matter of fact, I quilted my first quilt by hand before I knew a thing about quilting! I first tried to quilt it on my domestic machine, got frustrated, and decided to quilt it by hand. After that, I told myself I would never make another quilt again. My desire to make quilts did not go away, so I joined a guild to learn from others! And boy did I learn! We...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read