Classes at Craftsy?
 

I have so far used a free pattern at Craftsy to make a quilt. I am considering taking an online class. Have you taken a quilting class at Craftsy? What class did you take? Would you recommend it?

I've taken 3 or 4. Loved one & have gone back and reviewed it several times. Another one was a rehash of her book, got a few more tips, but most info was in the book, still I thought it was worth the money. The rest were pretty good. I signed up for one and after the first lesson I knew it wasn't for me. No problem getting a refund, so you can be comfortable signing up.
Wait until they are half off!!!!!

I too have only access their patterns. I am not sure if this OLD dog can learn anything new...... :)

I have taken quite a few classes from Craftsy and loved them! Now to clarify, I have only taken machine quilting classes (not any piecing) and I have learned a ton. I have been fmq for many years and have difficulty in finding local classes to teach advanced techniques in fmq. Craftsy has filled that void. I highly recommend them and have purchased classes as gifts for my quilting friends.

I agree, wait for a sale. It's worth it! :)

I've taken a crap ton of classes there and liked all but 1 which was too basic for me. Not the classes fault.

Love craftsy classes! They offer a money-back guarantee, so it's totally no-risk to you. I always wait for a sale to sign-up -- more money for fabric!

Like 21quilter, I've concentrated on their classes on machine quilting. The refund policy is so good that you can't lose - if you don't like the class, ask for a refund.

I've taken most of their quilting classes. I have enjoyed and learned from virtually all of them. If you have questions about a specific class feel free to PM me with your question and I'll try it answer it.

I am currently taking the Quilting big quilts on a small machine with Ann Petersen. I was worried that I wouldn't learn anything new but I really have, I'm glad I bought the class.

I have taken a lot of classes. Many are very good..but also know most likely will not do them or already know how. But interesting to see how others do it. The best ones for me were the classes on sergers since its hard to find classes and when they are offered the drive is an hour...and expensive. I paid under 20.00 on craftsy and worth every penny.

I know I am addicted to Craftsy. I have taken 51 classes. Almost all of them are quilting classes. When I started quilting 4 years ago, I knew nothing about how to quilt. I signed up for Jenny Doan's "Quilting Quickly" and I was hooked. I love the Craftsy format. I work on most of my classes at night; but when working on a free motion quilting class, I put my iPad on a stand so that I can watch the instructor as I try to do what she is doing. I have learned so much from the classes. Some of the classes I watch over and over. At the moment, I am doing a Craftsy Workshop making the May Mystery Quilt using Downton Abby fabric. If I had seen what the quilt looked like prior to signing up, I would have taken one look and said, "That quilt is too difficult." Since I paid for the fabric and workshop, I will make the quilt, learn new skills, and be proud of myself for making the quilt. Oh, I always get the classes on sale. I refuse to pay more than $19.99 for a class. Some classes, I have waited two years to get the reduced price. I learned so much from the Craftsy 2012 and 2013 BOM classes which were free classes. Also, I love the instructors and feel as though many of them are personal friends. Thanks to Craftsy classes and the Quilting Board, I now consider myself a pretty good quilter making an average of 3 quilts a month.

Love all the classes I have taken, Ann Peterson is my fave, and love Amanda Murphy as well

I love all the classes I have taken. The embroidery classes are my favorite.

if you like their facebook page you get even more offers for discounted classes. I signed up for Mimi Dietrich's Finishing School on binding quilts and it is awesome. I have several others that were worth the cost -- all purchased on sale.

Thanks for this thread. I have considered taking their classes but wasn't sure about them.

I also loved Ann Patterson and Cindy Needham. The paper piece classes are really good, but I have not made any yet. I will someday. That is what I like best..you can always go back and watch when you are ready. I took a few knitting classes also...another thing on my bucket list. The Free knife class was AWESOME!

Like Franc36 I started Craftsy as soon as it was launched. I doubt there is a quilting class I haven't bought. I do cooking classes too which are fantastic. I like the quilting workshops too. You can buy a kit that has everything you need. I still like to take physical classes and workshops, I don't want to be isolated to a computer all the time. I have learned so much taking the classes from Craftsy.

I like the classes I have taken, even though it is hard for me to sit down and watch them on the computer I would rather be quilting! Onebyone mentioned she didn't want to be isolated to the computer so she takes classes elsewhere as well, which is wonderful. I like Craftsy for that very reason I am isolated and it lets me take classes I would never ever get too. So works for everyone. I also only buy when on sale.

Help! I love the craftsy classes too but my computer has trouble loading them so it's a stop-start process that drives me nuts! What's wrong? What can I do to fix it?

I love Craftsy classes. I have quilting, sewing, knitting and crochet. Customer service is awesome. I don't know if Hi will make the patterns from my sewing classes but I really enjoy watching them. I have lots of paid classes but their Free classes are good, also.

I love the Craftsy classes. My favorite is Ann Peterson. I have taken all of hers. I always learn something from each class I take. I never pay full price. They have sales often, and sometimes when you go to the teachers website, they will give you a link for a sale price. I have learned lots of little tips for better quilting and piecing. You can't go wrong with Craftsy classes. Once I felt like the content wasn't enough for the price, and they gave me a free class.

I love my Craftsy classes! I have had only one that I didn't care for and they gave me a full refund....no questions asked.
They have a wide assortment of crafts but I only have done the quilting ones. The best part is it's yours forever, you can watch it as many times as you want. If you decide to buy try and wait for a sale if you can, sometime the classes are on sale for as much as 50%off. If you Facebook like their page and you will get extra offers that not all people get. They will also send you notice of sales for fabric and kits on Facebook.

Several mentioned that they did not like sitting down and watching classes on their computer. I don't either. The first few classes I watched on the computer, then I started using my iPad. Once Craftsy came out with their app, that made watching on my iPad even easier. For the workshops, which are not on the app, I go to www.craftsy.com on my iPad. I purchased a great iPad holder from Nancy's Notions. I put my iPad in the holder and I can watch lessons while I am ironing. Today, I am working on a Mystery Quilt. I have the iPad by the sewing machine and have the step I am working on displayed. Sometimes, I watch lessons in bed, then work on what I learned the next day. I love the freedom of Craftsy to work on lessons whenever and wherever I choose.

I am also enrolled in Ann's class. Excellent. :)

Judy in Ohx, AZ

A week or two ago, they had a special on quilting with your walking foot. It is good, but pretty much what I already do except that I dont put lines on with painters tape. For $14.95 if you haven't done it before, would be helpful class.

Like many who have already posted here, I have taken a few FMQ classes and love that you can watch them over and over, pause... come back, etc. and the content has been very helpful and the instructors knowledgeable. I have purchased most of them when they have been on sale but think they are well worth the money.

I have purchased too many classes on Craftsy. I have watched several of them and loved doing it. My Aunt who is 91 is taking a couple of classes on there also.

The platform is great and it's wonderful that you can watch when you want, as many times as you want. You can even ask questions. How great is that?

I even bought a photography class when it was on sale, but haven't taken the time to watch it yet.

Be sure to check out and print out the resources for the class. I don't know who came up with the idea for this type of online class, but whoever it is, deserves way more credit than he or she is getting. Living in Northern Wisconsin, this fills a void for taking classes, and branching out with your quilting.

I've signed up with 23 Craftsy classes. Most were awesome, and some weren't as expected. The one that I learned the most from was Design It, Quilt It by Cindy Needham.

I love the Craftsy format. I frequently rewatch them.

I took one class, which was okay, but not really any better than many free classes on U-tube. If I saw something I really wanted to take I would spend the money but look at U-tube first to see what's on there on the same subject. Like to save the money for batting and fabric.

Craftsy is wonderful!
 

I have taken many Craftsy classes and I love them all! Have learned a lot. Since I am a new quilter it is very helpful to sit at home and watch these classes. My favorite quilt shop closed their doors and none of my friends do any sewing so I had no one but myself to learn from until I found Craftsy.

I am not very tech-savy but it sounds to me like either you have an older computer with a smaller/slow processor chip or don't have a high speed internet connection, and your computer has to "buffer" the video feed in batches--it loads a little then plays it back. I remember having this problem years ago when trying to watch videos on my computer when we had phone line internet connections. You might check with your internet provider in your area and see what is available.

Do any of you watch with a DSL connection for your computer? Do you get stops and starts with it or is it smooth "sailing?"

There is so much free stuff out there that I figure I'll wait until I've gotten all I can from no-cost classes before I put out money for one. Here's an example of a YouTube session I really learned from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33N5X1GqzFw
Once you get there you can see lots more links to other quilty stuff. I could spend all day on these and on QB and links. I think if there was a specific topic I thought I needed I would consider buying a class, but mostly I'd rather buy a yard of good fabric with the same money.

The classes run smoother for me if I click on their little HD (high def?) symbol and turn off the HD.

I've taken about every quilting class--just bought one the other day I haven't watched yet. There are also a few free classes. I have learned a lot watching all these wonderful instructors. I do try to buy them when they are on sale.

I had this problem after not having it for the beginning of Craftsy and was finally able to watch them pretty good with Google Chrome.

I like the format of Craftsy classes.... but what I *really* enjoy is TheQuiltShow.com with Ricky Tims and Alex Anderson. I enjoy the humor as well as the variety of guests. I bought the year's subscription as a Christmas present to myself last year. It's the best $30something dollars I've spent on quilting educational stuff. :thumbup:

I also have taken quite a few classes. I learned the most from the FMQ classes and now have the confidence doing all my machine quilting on the regular sewing machine and that saves a ton of money. I love the work the longarmers do but that money I can use elsewhere and I can honestly say I made this quilt (even the quilting of it) all by myself - what a satisfying feeling. I also wait for the 50% off classes.

I use Google Chrome and have average speed wireless. I do have a booster for the router to reach all areas of the house. The videos play without stopping or crashing. I can also watch them on my tv through Roku. This works great in my sewing room.

Lots and lots and lots of classes. Have loved them all. Very informative. Learn something every time. I do wait for sales.