Long-Arm Machine Training

Congratulations on the purchase of your new machine! We are honored that you have chosen Meissner Sewing & Vacuums Centers as your home for creativity. To make the most of your machine, you are highly encouraged to make an appointment for our long arm training program (see details for options below). We invite you to join us and take the next step in your quilting adventure! This training is for learning how to use your machine and is not a free-motion quilting class. We only have support for the following brands: Baby Lock Bernina Janome Grace Company   Instructor: Mona  ‎  The 1 Hour Long Arm Training (In-Person or Virtual) is FREE to customers who purchased their long arm at Meissner's. Please chat, call, or email us for the discount code! ‎  ‎  Training Options:   4-Hour Hands-On Quilting and Longarm Training (In-Person Only) - $249 Join us for an immersive four-hour session where you'll learn machine basics and quilt a crib-sized quilt or a smaller project. Participants are required to bring their own materials for this hands-on experience. This intensive training focuses on the basics of longarm quilting and allows you to choose the longarm brand you currently own or one that you're interested in learning more about. This course is exclusively available for in-person appointments, ensuring that you receive guidance and basic training onlong arm machines.   2-Hour Longarm Training (In-Person or Virtual) - $149 This comprehensive two-hour training session is designed for those looking to deepen their understanding of longarm quilting. During the training, you will learn how to set up the longarm machine, operate it effectively, and practice on a quilt sandwich, providing you with essential hands-on experience. This option is more detailed than the one-hour training and is suitable for both in-person and virtual appointments. You can select the longarm brand you wish to learn about, allowing for a tailored experience based on your equipment and preferences.   1-Hour Longarm Training (FREE for Machine Purchases at Meissner) - $75 Whether you are new to longarm quilting or need a refresher, this one-hour training session covers the fundamentals of machine setup and the basic principles of operation. This training is available for both in-person and virtual sessions, giving you flexibility in how you attend. If you have purchased a longarm machine from Meissner, this training is offered free of charge. Participants can choose the longarm brand they want to learn about, making it easier to get started with the equipment they will be using.