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A Full Quilting Lineup
Instead of focusing on one narrow technique, the summit covers a wide mix of quilting skills and creative approaches, making it easy to explore something new.
The quick overview
What Is the Quilters Paradise Fall Summit?
The Quilters Paradise Fall Summit is a free online quilting conference created for makers who want fresh ideas, practical techniques and creative momentum. The official event page describes a lineup of 39+ masterclasses from 25+ quilting experts, with topics spanning piecing, precision, scraps, machine quilting, embellishment, design, tools and finishing techniques.
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Ideas You Can Use
Sessions include practical subjects such as fabric selection, half-square triangles, free-motion quilting, appliqué, color palettes, binding and more.
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Free to Join
The basic virtual pass is promoted as free. Registration gives you access to the online classes during the event's free-access period.
The schedule at a glance
5 Days of Quilting — September 21–25
The event page organizes the main conference into five themed days. Free class access continues through September 28, giving registered attendees a chance to catch up during the advertised access window.
Day 1 · Sep 21
Piecing & Precision
Half-square triangles, LeMoyne stars, fussy cutting and practical ways to recover when a quilt top goes sideways.
Day 2 · Sep 22
Scrappy & Sustainable Quilting
Scrap-quilt strategies plus projects involving denim, totes and ways to turn leftover materials into something useful.
Day 3 · Sep 23
Machine Quilting & Embellishment
Free-motion quilting, rulers, stencils, textile paints, specialty stitches and raw-edge appliqué.
Day 4 · Sep 24
Design & Creative Exploration
Color palettes, design development, weather quilts, improv, watercolor-inspired florals and digital creative tools.
Day 5 · Sep 25
Projects, Tools & Finishing Touches
Fall throws, stockings, table runners, binding, serger shortcuts, faster cutting and planning before the first stitch.
Important: The official page lists the free online event as September 21–28, while the main five-day session schedule runs September 21–25. The promotional materials also describe a 48-hour free-access window for each day's sessions.
More than classes
What You Can Explore
The variety is one of the most noticeable parts of this summit. Whether you enjoy modern quilting, scrappy projects, traditional techniques or experimenting with new tools, the lineup gives you multiple directions to explore.
Techniques & Skills
- Foundation paper piecing and half-square triangles
- Free-motion and ruler quilting
- Appliqué, specialty stitches and textile painting
- Fabric selection, color and fussy cutting
- Binding, cutting and project-finishing techniques
Creative Inspiration
- Scrap-quilting ideas and sustainable projects
- Modern geometric quilt design
- Improv and watercolor-style quilt exploration
- Digital tools as a creative companion
- Project planning before the first stitch
Meet the hosts
Rebecca Bryan & Jamie Bright
The summit is co-hosted by two experienced quilting creators whose work reflects the event's emphasis on colorful, modern and approachable quilting education.
Rebecca Bryan
Author, speaker and co-host known for vibrant geometric quilt designs. She is the author of Modern Rainbow and Modern Triangle Quilts, and teaches through Bryan House Quilts and Make Modern Triangles.
Jamie Bright
Professional quilt designer and founder of Craft a Dream, a modern quilt pattern company offering digital patterns and online workshops. Her work includes the Luminary Quilt and a focus on colorful designs for new and experienced quilters.
A practical look
Who Might Enjoy This Summit?
✔ A good fit if you...
- Want new quilting ideas without paying for the initial pass
- Enjoy learning from multiple teachers rather than one instructor
- Want to experiment with techniques, color or creative design
- Like having several sessions to choose from across a themed week
↗ Keep in mind
- The free-access format is time-limited around the event
- There are many sessions, so you may want to plan your viewing
- Some attendees may prefer permanent access and supporting materials, which are associated with the optional VIP offer
- The experience is online, so it suits people comfortable learning virtually
“I loved it. I never sit down for 5 days and watch anything. I was glued to my computer.”
— Previous conference attendee testimonial published on the official event pageBefore you register
What Does the Free Pass Include?
The official registration page promotes a free virtual pass and highlights two gifts that come with the free ticket: an Inspiration Lookbook & Conference Guide and a Quilters Paradise Virtual Goodie Bag. The page also explains that attendees can follow the free classes during the September 21–28 access period.
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Inspiration Lookbook & Conference Guide
A collection of colorful quilts and creative designs from presenters, intended to help spark ideas for your next project.
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Virtual Goodie Bag
A collection of quilting patterns, resources and additional extras from presenters and partners.
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Online Learning
Register online, activate your free ticket through the email instructions, and access the advertised classes during the free viewing period.
Ready to explore?
See the Full Quilters Paradise Summit Lineup
Check the official event page, review the teachers and sessions, and claim your free virtual pass for the September 21–28 online quilting event.
Get the Full Summit RundownSearch-friendly event summary
Quilters Paradise Fall Summit 2026 is a free online quilting summit taking place September 21–28, 2026, with the main five-day program running September 21–25. The event features 39+ quilting masterclasses from 25+ quilting experts and covers quilting techniques including piecing, precision, scraps, machine quilting, free-motion quilting, appliqué, color, design, binding, tools and finishing. Quilters looking for a free online quilting event, modern quilting classes, quilting tips and techniques, or a virtual quilting summit can review the schedule and registration details above.