Chicago's Creative Quilting Studio
Longarm Quilting Lab
We are a brand new membership-based makers space for quilters. We offer classes, open studios, longarm machine rentals, and professional quilting services. We’re building our community in the city, one stitch at a time.
About
Where Creativity
Meets Community
Longarm Quilting Lab is a makers space run by Sarah Evans, aka SparklesaxDesigns. Think of it as a gym for your creative quilting and fiber endeavors — a welcoming space where makers of all levels come together to create, learn, and grow.
At LQL, members use our studio spaces to work on projects, learn from talented instructors in classes and workshops, and have opportunities to rent time on longarm quilting machines. Professional longarming services are offered by appointment only.
Sarah Evans, Founder
Our Spaces
Two Studios, Endless Possibilities
Our Classroom
Equipped with high-end domestic Janome Skyline 6 machines, cutting and ironing stations, tools, and plenty of space to create. Perfect for classes, workshops, and open studio time.
Our Longarm Studio
Experience hand-guided and computerized quilting on state-of-the-art Innova longarm machines. Whether you're renting time on our machines or learning the craft, this is your space.
What We Offer
Your Creative Home
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned quilter, we have something for every skill level and schedule.
Classes
We offer group classes across a variety of topics and skill builders.
Private & Semi-Private Lessons
One-on-one or small group instruction tailored to your skill level and goals.
Open Studio
Book studio time to work on your own projects. Membership includes access; non-members pay per hour.
Longarm Machine Rental
You can rent time on a longarm once you’ve taken the Certification class.
Professional Longarming
Let us quilt your project for you. Submit a request and we'll schedule an intake meeting.
Memberships
We welcome you to explore our membership packages.