Motif Builder Academy
Spark Your Quilting Creativity
Endless Possibilities, One FrameworkÂ
Bring Your Quilting Vision to LifeÂ
What would your quilts look like if you could design your own motifs?
How many quilt tops are you setting aside because you either don’t know where to start or you're tired of quilting the same old motifs?
Motif Builder Academy gives you the tools to finally bring your creative vision to life with custom motifs that beautifully complement your quilts.
Let the Flood Gates of Creativity Open...
You don't need to be an artist or have years of experience.Â
This course will show you exactly how to tap into your creativity and build motifs that are truly yours... all with a simple, repeatable, step-by-step framework.
Once you dive into the process, you'll discover how fun and easy it is to design your own motifs. Ideas will start flowing effortlessly, and all that's left is... to enjoy the creative freedom to play and explore the endless possibilites.
01.
Select your Base.
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Choose a Variation.
03.
Start Stacking.
Free Motion Quilt Your Own Edge-to-Edge DesignsÂ
You will learn...
The videos guide you step by step through the entire process, from building your foundations to quilting them as custom motifs or edge to edge, so that you can finish your tops with fun, original quilting patterns.
- Learn my simple 3-step framework that can be applied to every "build" that will have you creating unique quilts in no time.
- How to select the easiest base motif for maximum optionsÂ
- How to vary your base motifs for unlimited creativity/ originality
- Layering techniques
- Five different ways to connect your newly built motifs for ease of travelling across your quilt without breaking thread
- Transferring your motifs into beautiful edge-to-edge designs.
All for $197Â CAD!
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What You Can Expect
Learn on Demand
Flexible learning anytime, anywhere.Â
With all of the videos available on demand, you have the flexibility to learn when it works for your schedule. Whether you watch 10-15 minutes at a time or go all in, binge-watch style, how you choose to learn is up to you, and you can always return to them later!
Community
Supportive community to share and grow.
Do you enjoy meeting new people from across the globe that share similar interests to you?
This is the perfect place to share your "builds" projects, ask questions, exchange tips and make new friends!
Self-Care
Develop skills that feed your passion & well-being.
Nurture your creative spirit while sharpening your skills in a hobby that brings peace, joy, and personal satisfaction.
Numerous studies show the benefits of stitching, and how it's considered active meditation because it allows the mind to be still whilst the hands are busy.Â
It's a treat to sit and stitch in today's busy world!
Peak Inside the Program...
Before We Get StartedÂ
01. Basic Building BlocksÂ
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By mastering the fundamentals of motif creation, you’ll establish a strong foundation that allows you to confidently create and customize essential motifs, giving you the tools to elevate your quilting projects.
Making Changes
02. VariationsÂ
Gain the confidence to experiment with your motifs by tweaking small elements, transforming your base designs into fresh, unique creations. This module will help you see how simple adjustments can open up endless possibilities for your quilting projects.
Combining MotifsÂ
03. StackingÂ
Discover how to stack and blend motifs with ease, creating designs that flow beautifully together. You’ll gain the confidence to mix elements and bring your quilting ideas to life in unique and dynamic ways.
Completing Your Designs
04. FillersÂ
Play with different filler motifs to complete your design. Understand what makes a good filler and how to incorporate them into your quilts.
Discover how filler motifs can effortlessly complete your designs by filling in those tricky spaces. Learn what makes an effective filler and how to use them to enhance your quilt’s overall flow and balance.Â
Moving Across Your TopÂ
05. TravellersÂ
Discover how to use travellers to seamlessly connect your motifs, making your designs flow effortlessly across the quilt.
Seamlessly connect your motifs using travelers, allowing your designs to flow naturally and bring a smooth, continuous feel to your quilts.
Quilting Your Tops Â
06. Edge to Edge
As a bonus, we’ll explore how to transform your newly built single motifs into stunning continuous Edge-to-Edge Designs, creating a cohesive look from start to finish.
Transform your individual motifs into continuous edge-to-edge designs, creating a unified look that flows beautifully across your entire quilt.
What Students are Saying...
"Your lessons are so empowering"
Got Questions?
Who is this course a good fit for?
How much experience do I need to participate?
Is this only for long arm quilters?
Will I get full access to the masterclass as soon as I join?
If I have a question about something I'm learning, is Manon available to answer my questions?
Still don't have the answers you were looking for? Feel free to contact me @Â [email protected]
Nice to meet you!
I'm Manon, the creator of Motif Builder Academy.Â
With over two decades of quilting experience, I've had the honour of teaching hundreds of students the art of free motion quilting, helping them spark their creativity and develop their unique styles. My journey in quilting has been a continuous learning process, always exploring new techniques to bring creative visions to life. Through years of practice, I developed a simple, yet effective, three-step framework for building unique quilting motifs that I'm excited to share with you. My goal is to help you learn new techniques, gain confidence in creating your own custom motifs, and enjoy the endless possibilities that free motion quilting offers. Together, we'll explore motif building, ensuring you have fun and never run out of inspiration. Let's embark on this creative journey and make your quilting dreams a reality!
What Students are Saying...
"Your encouragement is fabulous"
