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joyce blowers
turning stitches into breakthroughs—empowering quilters through clarity and craft.
with 35+ years behind the needle, joyce blowers brings unmatched expertise in longarm quilting and automation to every class she teaches. a former high school teacher, joyce blends technical know-how with a love for creativity—sparking “aha” moments in quilters of all levels. she’s the author of nolting’s go-to guides and a trusted mentor in the quilting community, known for turning complexity into confidence one stitch at a time. whether online or in person, her teaching empowers quilters to explore, experiment, and elevate their craft.
melissa mcafee
the woman who runs the show
melissa mcafee is passionate about helping quilters break free from hesitation and embrace their creative power with confidence. her mission is simple but transformative: to empower makers to quilt freely, easily, and without compromise. she encourages quilters to leave behind the limitations of “creative folding”—those moments of doubt or workaround—and instead lean into bold, intentional stitching that reflects their true vision.
veronica carr
precision meets passion—quilting with heart, hustle, and a longarm edge.
from aircraft maintenance in the u.s. air force to founder of the quilting she shed, veronica brings precision, passion, and heart to every stitch. with a tech-savvy mind and a creative soul, she blends longarm mastery with community connection—making quilting approachable, fun, and empowering for all. a mother of four and a mentor to many, veronica’s mission is to help others fall in love with quilting and create meaningful pieces that last a lifetime.
scott owens
nolting's technical genius!
scott owen is nolting’s behind-the-scenes powerhouse—your go-to for everything longarm quilting. as director of customer service and assembly, he’s the one ensuring every machine runs flawlessly. known for his technical genius and hands-on support, scott brings deep knowledge, practical solutions, and a passion for helping quilters get the most out of their equipment. whether it’s troubleshooting, setup, or fine-tuning, scott’s guidance turns complexity into confidence.
brenna goode
where fabric meets freedom—quilting inspired by curiosity and creativity.
born and raised in iowa, brenna goode of goode day quilts brings a rich, eclectic background—spanning the military, government, industry, and academia—into every quilt she creates. a self-taught designer and long-armer, brenna thrives on blending fabric, style, and story. when she’s not homeschooling her kids or leading in her day job, she’s stitching joy, playing flute, or tinkering with vintage sewing machines—always chasing creativity one quilt at a time.
mary woods
where fabric meets freedom—quilting inspired by curiosity and creativity.
hi, i’m mary woods — a self-taught longarm quilter with a passion for turning fabric and thread into something truly special. what began as a creative outlet quickly became a lifelong love for quilting, and i now enjoy sharing that joy with others. i teach beginner sewing and quilting classes, helping new makers discover the same sense of accomplishment and creativity that drew me in.
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