The Spot Presentations

 

See your favorite sewing and quilting designers and personalities show what's new and trending. Catch all the excitement as you get up close for how-to demonstrations on The Spot – a more intimate setting. FREE with your General Admission ticket. Looking for even more presentations? Click here for the Expo Stage schedule.

 

Thursday
 

11:00	How To Apply Hot Fix Crystals to Fabric | Amy Regal of Uniquely Crafts, LLC
11:45	Selecting the Right Stabilizer for Your Next Project | Nancy Sapin for Sulky of America
12:30	Hardware for Handbags | Jessica VanDenburgh of Sew Many Creations
1:15	Let's Cuddle®: Making Stuffies with Minky | Allyson Heidenfelder of Quilt N Code
2:00	Zippers from A to Z | Linda McGehee for Ghee's
2:45	The Seam Method of Pattern Alteration | Susie Luaces of Conselle
3:30	Turn Quilting Cottons into Fabulous Blouses and Tees | Pattie Otto for Great Copy Patterns
4:15	Sewing with Textiles: Glitter, Cork, and PU Leather | Joe Folsom of Beach Potato Embroidery

 

Friday
 

11:00	What is Cork and How Can I Use It? | Jessica VanDenburgh of Sew Many Creations
11:45	Binding with Minky | Cuddle® Ambassadors for Shannon Fabrics
12:30	Perfecting Your Projects: Quilting & Embroidery Tips! | Floriani
1:15	Three Easy Projects Made with Unconventional Items | Chelsea Swindle of She Sews Seams
2:00	Meet and Greet with Chelsea Swindle of She Sews Seams
2:45	The Power of Using AI in Sewing | Lynn Gerard for The Cork Emporium
3:30	Everything You Need to Know to Begin Upholstery | Kymm Clark of LullCo Studio
4:15	Rulerwork Magic: Your Quilting Adventure Begins! | Donelle McAdams for Sew Steady

Saturday
 

11:00	How To Apply Hot Fix Crystals to Fabric | Amy Regal of Uniquely Crafts, LLC
11:45	Dive into Beach Potato's Monthly Kits & Supplies | Joe Folsom of Beach Potato Embroidery
12:30	What if I had a Sloper? | Susie Luaces for Conselle
1:15	Turn Quilting Cottons into Fabulous Blouses and Tees | Pattie Otto for Great Copy Patterns
2:00	Barking Up the Right Tree | Lynn Gerard for The Cork Emporium

 

Barking Up the Right Tree 

Lynn Gerard of The Cork Emporium 

Lynn Gerard presents everything about cork. How it's made, where it comes from (Portugal!), how you can sew with and why you should sew with it. 

 

Dive into Beach Potato's Monthly Kits & Supplies

Joe Folsom of Beach Potato Embroidery

Join us for an exclusive demonstration of Beach Potato Embroidery's innovative monthly kits and top-tier supplies! Discover the excitement of in-the-hoop projects designed to infuse creativity into your embroidery endeavors. Explore an exquisite collection of premium fabrics, playful notions, and dazzling embellishments including glitter, cork, and PU leather, all offered at unbeatable prices. Don't miss this chance to elevate your embroidery projects to new heights!

 

How To Apply Hot Fix Crystals to Fabric

Amy Regal of Uniquely Crafts, LLC

Come and learn how to apply strips, transfers, and individual crystals on fabrics that you wouldn't think of! Our live demonstration will teach you how to easily make your own designs out of our crystal strips and singles. We also make our own designs that you can apply to totes, pillowcases, apparel or even a quilt block. The options are endless!

 

Perfecting Your Projects: Quilting & Embroidery Tips!

Floriani/Quilters Select

Looking to perfect your embroidery projects? Come learn about the newest Floriani offerings and inspirations!

 

 

Turn Quilting Cottons into Fabulous Blouses and Tees 

Pattie Otto for Great Copy Patterns 

With so many beautiful fabrics on the shelves, why reserve them just for quilts? Explore the wonders of easy-to-sew blouses to expand your wardrobe. Pattie has a delightful selection of patterns with styles that include the classic Camp Shirt to comfy cap sleeve options. Many can be sewn in a day or less. She will share some charming embellishments as well as easy fitting techniques to customize your garments. 

 

The Power of Using AI in Sewing

Lynn Gerard for The Cork Emporium

Discover how Microsoft Copilot can enhance your sewing and creative projects. Learn practical ways to use AI to brainstorm ideas, customize designs, and streamline your workflow — and explore the new possibilities AI brings to your crafting life. 

 

What if I had a Sloper?

Susie Luaces for Conselle

Learn how useful it is to create a sloper that matches your figure. From knowing how to quickly assess whether a new pattern will fit, or where the pattern will need alterations, to using your sloper for design changes.

 

What is Cork and How Can I Use It?

Jessica VanDenburgh of Sew Many Creations

You've probably been seeing cork fabric at more and more shows, shops and online but....what is it?  Where does it come from?  How easy is t to work with?  I can answer all that and more!  I've been working with cork for over 9 years and have loved it since the day I discovered it!  Bring your questions and be ready for a fun and informative adventure into cork!