A Quilted Welcome to 2026:
Studio News & Family Love

Happy 2026!
New Longarm, New Adventures
& New Grandbaby!

The new year is starting off strong in my sewing studio, and I have so much exciting news to share with you! From studio upgrades to teaching plans and precious family moments, 2026 is already full of blessings.

Big News! Second Longarm Machine in the Studio

I’m thrilled to announce that I have added a second longarm machine to my studio! This new computerized machine will be dedicated exclusively to edge-to-edge quilting services, while my hand-guided longarm will continue to be used for all custom quilting.

With this addition, I’m now offering competitive pricing starting at just $0.02 per square inch for computerized edge-to-edge designs. You can choose from hundreds of quilting designs, with new patterns being added to my design library all the time. This allows for faster turnaround while still delivering beautiful results for your quilts.

New computerized longarm machine

Class Offerings for 2026

My teaching calendar is filling up quickly for 2026, and I’m excited about the opportunities ahead! Be sure to check out my longarm quilting classes being offered with AQS New England, April 8–11. Registration is open, and classes are filling fast.

Class highlights include:

  • Beginning Rulerwork
  • Beautiful Borders & Sashings
  • Crosshatch Design
  • Background Fillers
  • Two Feather Classes

Register here: AQS New England Workshops

As a certified instructor for Jacqueline de Jonge, I’m also excited to offer BeColourful workshops at several locations throughout the year. These workshops feature a variety of stunning projects to choose from.

Upcoming BeColourful workshop locations:

  • Hunter’s QuiltMart – Centerview, MO | May 13–15
    Register here
  • Sprague’s Lodge – Kinderhook, IL | July 26–30
    Call the lodge and ask for Karen: 217-257-9887
    Details here
  • AQS Seam Retreat – Paducah, KY | October 6–10
    Register here

If you have any questions about classes or workshops, feel free to reach out to me at stacie@seamsdivine.com.

Longarm quilting class in session BeColourful workshop project example

Life Beyond the Studio

Over the holidays, my husband and I enjoyed a fabulous vacation to Argentina with friends. From incredible food to beautiful sights, it was a trip we’ll always treasure. We are also excited that we welcomed our second grandchild this month, giving us even more to celebrate.

Argentina vacation highlights Welcoming our second grandchild

There is truly so much to be thankful for. My clients and customers are simply the best, and I’m incredibly grateful for your continued support.

Wishing you a creative and joyful start to the new year—

With Love & Stitches,
Stacie • Seams Divine