Iquilt classes?
 

I have exhausted my Craftsy road and I am looking for other venues for techniques etc and was thinking of taking a few classes from iquilt and was wondering if others have had any experience with their platform and classes. I'm not a hands on class kinda gal so going to my local quilt shop for classes is just not my cup of tea, and I love the fact that I can go back when I want to refresh my memory as needed. What has been your experience?

I've taken 8 of them so far. In general, I have found the iQuilt classes more advanced than Craftsy classes (yes, there are exceptions on both platforms). Also, the Craftsy classes are usually more project-oriented whereas iQuilt classes usually involve mini-projects that focus on skill-building (i.e., the skill that is being taught dictates what you are making).

I personally prefer iQuilt classes, though there aren't very many currently being offered (they add more every few months, it seems). My absolute favorite is the borders, bindings & finishes class taught by Bonnie K. Browning. It's hands-down the best class I've ever taken anywhere -- live or online. Because of a disability, I rely a lot on online education (Craftsy, iQuilt, National Quilters Circle, CreativeBug, YouTube). I have found the iQuilt classes to be exceptional quality. They offer promotions on a regular basis & AQS members get an additional discount on both regular & sale prices on classes & materials.

This is really good to know! Thank you, Bree123.

I love the iQuilt classes! Have done about 5 and enjoyed each one...even more so when they go on sale.

I agree with Bree123 that while I adore craftsy the classes are better on iquilt the only thing is there is less group interaction but the instructors still reply to questions. I also have a couple classes off of annies that I loved as well

Thanks for the class suggestion Bree. What other class titles would you recommend on iquilt?

I have to agree with Bree and Dolphyngirl. I have taken both Craftsy and iQuilt classes, and I think the iQuilt classes are exceptional. Which reminds me, I signed up for a couple recently that I haven't viewed yet. Most of the ones that I have viewed had to do with machine quilting.

What great information! Thanks Bree123 and Dolphyngirl. I definitely prefer the skill-based over the project-based. I recently took a sewing class (my first) that sounded skill based from the description but ended up being completely focused on coming home with a completed item. She didn't even cover everything listed in the class description. It wasn't terrible, but it was disappointing. I'll look into the iQuilt classes when I'm looking for a class.

When do these classes go on sale? I didn't see one about piecing did I miss something?

I am exactly like you. I took a home machine quilting class several years ago, and it wasn't bad. But my machine broke and I got singled out. "How are you doing on your project, Rhonda?" (I don't say anything in groups, nor ask questions). It was just an okay class. I took a couple of Craftsy classes, and they were good and fun. I can go back if I have to view the video again. Thanks to you, I just found iQuilt and I'm signing up for the machine quilting class, and the tuffet class.

They don't go on sale often so you kind of have to keep checking

I have taken several from IQuilt and find them to be very good.. I took Judi Madsen's recently and love to be able to watch how she marks her quilts.. Love her quilting

They were on sale for $19.99 just a couple of days ago, might check it out. I am on the mailing list so they notify me when they are on sale.

I have a lot of Craftsy classes that are great and I also have several iQuilt classes now, which are also fantastic. I have never completed a project from either platform, just use the information gained on my own projects. Get an AQS membership and you will get back your investment in one or two classes with the discounts they offer to members. Emails come out regularly with significant discounts off classes with the additional 20% off your membership gets you, so subscribe.

I do iQuilt also, they don't seem to have much as Craftsy also look at Sulky they offer classes.

Thank you all for your feedback and recommendations for other platforms!! I love how helpful everyone is!!

I have signed up (and watched) goo-gobs of craftsy classes and enjoyed most of them a lot. Never even heard of Iquilt. Guess it's a must go check it out recommendation. Thanks!