Hi quilting friends! I’m Jackie, a longarm quilter and free-motion quilting educator with a love for all things fabric and thread! My quilting journey started with my grandmother, a professional seamstress who designed gowns for stars back in the 50s and 60s. She sparked my love of sewing, and I’ve been creating ever since. Now I’m blessed to teach, design, and quilt every day. I love helping others discover the joy and creativity that quilting brings. I’d love to get to know YOU! Tell me in the
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Hi quilting friends! I’m Jackie, a longarm quilter and free-motion quilting educator with a love for all things fabric and thread! My quilting journey started with my grandmother, a professional seamstress who designed gowns for stars back in the 50s and 60s. She sparked my love of sewing, and I’ve been creating ever since. Now I’m blessed to teach, design, and quilt every day. I love helping others discover the joy and creativity that quilting brings. I’d love to get to know YOU! Tell me in the
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Jackie Benedetti talks to her winning quilt for best machine quilting, “Deportation.” Quilted by: Rachael Dorr. #QuiltCon2020 #quilt | BERNINA USA
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Comment SWIRLS. Quilting is the classroom. And free motion quilting teaches patience, perseverance, and trust especially when the stitches aren’t perfect. I was self-taught. I know the fear of “messing up” a quilt top is real… but confidence comes from practice, not perfection. If you want to learn free motion quilting without fear, comment “SWIRLS” and I’ll send you my free class where we start with a simple, confidence building design. | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Comment SWIRLS. Quilting is the classroom. And free motion quilting teaches patience, perseverance, and trust especially when the stitches aren’t perfect. I was self-taught. I know the fear of “messing up” a quilt top is real… but confidence comes from practice, not perfection. If you want to learn free motion quilting without fear, comment “SWIRLS” and I’ll send you my free class where we start with a simple, confidence building design. | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Use that free motion quilting practice fabric and make a tote! I’ve got a free pattern for you. Just comment TOTE and I’ll send you the link! | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Use that free motion quilting practice fabric and make a tote! I’ve got a free pattern for you. Just comment TOTE and I’ll send you the link! | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Comment FMQ. Thinking about quilting your own quilts but your brain says nope? You don’t have to quilt every quilt, but having the option is freedom. Quick gifts, charity quilts, or just for fun projects? Those are perfect for DIY quilting. That’s why I made my Free Motion Quilting Boot Camp, to help you quilt some of your quilts with confidence (without replacing your longarmer). | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Comment FMQ. Thinking about quilting your own quilts but your brain says nope? You don’t have to quilt every quilt, but having the option is freedom. Quick gifts, charity quilts, or just for fun projects? Those are perfect for DIY quilting. That’s why I made my Free Motion Quilting Boot Camp, to help you quilt some of your quilts with confidence (without replacing your longarmer). | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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🧵 Want to Make Quilting Easier? 🧵 Proper preparation can make a world of difference in your quilting projects. Whether you’re sending your quilt to a longarm quilter or quilting it yourself, knowing how to press seams, piece backing, and handle other prep steps can save you time and frustration. I’ve put together a FREE video series that walks you through essential tips for preparing your quilt top and backing. These insights will not only make your quilting process smoother but also help you
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🧵 Want to Make Quilting Easier? 🧵 Proper preparation can make a world of difference in your quilting projects. Whether you’re sending your quilt to a longarm quilter or quilting it yourself, knowing how to press seams, piece backing, and handle other prep steps can save you time and frustration. I’ve put together a FREE video series that walks you through essential tips for preparing your quilt top and backing. These insights will not only make your quilting process smoother but also help you
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Leave the housework behind and join me for some quilting! if you’re in Texas, I’d love to meet you in person! I’ll be teaching at Quilt Mercantile in Celeste, TX, September 2–6. EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY FOR @handiquilter LONGARM OWNERS! Check out the selection of hands-on classes and sign up today! To sign up or ask questions, email today at: [email protected]. #quiltmercantile #handiquilter #longarmquilting #freemotionquilting #machinequilting #jackiesmachinequilting @quiltmercantile #quilt
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Have you ever tried couching? It's free motion quilting with yarn rather than thread. This turned out so cool looking and the texture it gave the quilting is amazing! The yarn makes the pillow cases extra soft! I've got an online couching class, message me if you're interested! | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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FMQ on a domestic machine using palm paddles, my favorite. Gloves work too. You do you. New to FMQ? Comment FMQ to get started! | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Comment ELEGANT and I’ll send the link. This whole cloth quilt can be quilted on a longarm or domestic sewing machine. I’ll show you how! | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Need a free edge to edge all over design to wrap up your quilt? Comment SWIRLS and I’ll send you the link! You can stitch this out on your longarm or domestic sewing machine! Let’s get those quilts finished!! #jackiesmachinequilting #freemotionquilting #longarmquilting #machinequilting #sew #quilt #quilting #quilter #longarmquilter #stambassador | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Comment FMQ if you’re ready to learn how to finish your own quilt tops. Stop waiting for “more time.” Practice for 15 minutes a day and future you will thank you a year from now. | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Sometimes there is a pattern and sometimes it’s fun to go freehand! No rules! Comment FMQ if you’re ready to quilt your own quilts in 2026! | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Your longarm doesn’t need confidence. It needs practice without pressure. Learn teardrops & swirls on practice fabric first in my FREE course. Comment SWIRLS and I’ll send it your way! | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Comment FEATHERS and I’ll send you the link to my on demand Intro to Feathers course. | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Comment FMQ and I’ll send you the link before they’re gone! I’ve got 4 extra. Good thing this panel was already beautifully quilted. Midnight Feathers Quilting Panel: I have 4 extra panels sitting in my studio ready to ship TOMORROW no waiting for printing this time! Once these are gone, we’re back to print wait times. | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Feathers take practice. I’m convinced that variation looks more organic. But I do sometimes use a ruler for stability. Ive got an online intro to feathers class. Link in comments. | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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1. Perfect stitches are a myth. Wobbles = learning. If your lines look weird, you’re doing it right. 2. You don’t have to quilt at warp speed. Instagram lies. I quilt slow. Very slow. And it works. 3. Practice on fabric you’re NOT emotionally attached to. Scraps only. This is not the time for your favorite fabric. 4. Ignore the quilt police. There are no rules. Do what works for you. You can change your mind later. 5. Muscle memory is the real boss. It’s not talent, it’s repetition. Five minutes
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New Pantograph Release: “Western” Saddle up, quilters! My latest digital pantograph, Western, is here and it’s perfect for bringing a bold, rustic charm to your next quilt. Featuring cowboy hats, horseshoes, and stars, this design captures the spirit of the wild west with every stitch. Get the pattern here: https://jackies-machine-quilting.myshopify.com/products/western-e2e | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Ready to elevate your feathers game? I’ve got an online feathers class you can start now with lifetime access to the videos. Details here: https://jackie-s-site-4919.thinkific.com/courses/Intro-to-feathers Link in bio for Instagram I’ll also be doing a live interactive Zoom Feathers Class on April 2. Live Zoom Class- Basic Feathers I am starting a monthly live interactive Zoom class. April’s topic will be Basic Feathers. Please send me any questions you have about feathers. Also, comment if you
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Wobbly feathers still count. Uneven stitches still count. Showing up to practice still counts. Free motion quilting gets easier every time you sit down at the machine. Longarm or domestic, it just takes practice. | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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Comment WORKSHEET. These designs look smooth because I have drawn them, learned them, and practiced over and over. Before I ever stitch a motif on a quilt, I trace it, repeat it, and get very comfortable with it. That’s how muscle memory is built. I had an idea to make learning new motifs more accessible to all quilters! I created $1 FMQ Motif Practice Worksheets so you can do the same thing: �Follow the arrows�Trace the path�Repeat until it feels natural I’ve created 14 pdf worksheets so far an
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Tracing paper is an easy way to transfer an edge-to-edge PDF onto fabric when free motion quilting. Comment FMQ and I’ll send you the link to myFMQ Boot Camp for do@estic machine and longarm quilters. | Jackie's Machine Quilting
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