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Rise up, current and future QUILTERS! 🧵❋ Spring classes at Hoop & Bee are just around the corner (maybe literally, for y...
03/30/2026

Rise up, current and future QUILTERS! 🧵❋ Spring classes at Hoop & Bee are just around the corner (maybe literally, for you). From the Beginners Quilt-Along, to Sewing Machine Maintenance, and Shape Play — there is something for everyone and anyone who is interested in learning!

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Spring is here and so is our biggest class lineup yet!!This season we're bringing you SIX incredible instructors, more c...
03/28/2026

Spring is here and so is our biggest class lineup yet!!

This season we're bringing you SIX incredible instructors, more class variety than we've ever offered, and something entirely new that we've been dreaming about for a while.

From learning to use your machine for the first time, to adding pockets to everything you own with Malinda Lesko, to mastering foundation paper piecing, to the slow and intentional art of hand appliqué with Rae Heller — there is something here for every kind of maker at every kind of level.

And then there's the Spring Studio Series!

This is our brand new choose-your-own-adventure approach to learning -- instead of an instructor handing you a pattern and walking everyone through the same steps, YOU decide what you're working on. Bring the quilt you've been meaning to start. The garment pattern you've been too nervous to cut into. The pile of scraps with potential. Pick your track, show up, and get the guidance, accountability, and hands-on support to actually finish it.

We can't wait to see what you make!

Get more details and register on hoopandbee.com

New year, new classes!With old favorites and new faces, this next semester will have beginner friendly workshops, skill ...
12/02/2025

New year, new classes!

With old favorites and new faces, this next semester will have beginner friendly workshops, skill building series, and even more wardrobe builders.

Explore the full lineup and sign up at hoopandbee.com - and if you want first dibs for new schedule announcements, you’ll want to sign up for our newsletter for next time.

Nervous about trying your hand at inset circles? Level up your quilting game and expand your skills with 's own award-wi...
09/07/2025

Nervous about trying your hand at inset circles? Level up your quilting game and expand your skills with 's own award-winning quilter Diane Wespiser in this new inset circles and shape play workshop.

No materials required, we'll give you everything you need to practice and learn a skill that you can apply to your own quilting practice! More details or registration at hoopandbee.com

There are so many amazing classes this semester it's impossible to just pick one to feature - so let's just stick with t...
08/23/2025

There are so many amazing classes this semester it's impossible to just pick one to feature - so let's just stick with the one that starts first!

This semester's Beginner Quilt Along is the Log Cabin quilt. I love Log Cabin quilts - they can go from classic to modern depending on their fabric and design, they have a ton of solid fundamental skills, and they're honestly just FUN.

Over 8 classes, we go over every step of quilt construction, from the first cut to the piecing to the quilting to the binding!

For more details or to sign up, check out our Classes page on hoopandbee.com!

Our Fall Class Schedule is released! Whether you need to corral those dust bunnies inside your sewing machine or want to...
08/15/2025

Our Fall Class Schedule is released! Whether you need to corral those dust bunnies inside your sewing machine or want to expand your me-made wardrobe, we have a fantastic lineup with some amazing instructors these coming months - and even more to come! All details & registration on hoopandbee.com.

Remember, folks on our newsletter always get this schedule before it's announced on social media, so if you want that first sneaky peek, head to our website to sign up for our newsletter.

There are still a few spaces left! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the basics o...
05/20/2025

There are still a few spaces left! In this hands-on workshop, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the basics of cleaning and maintaining your sewing machine, including cleaning, lint removal, oiling, tension adjustments, and other preventative care tips. (While this workshop will not replace bringing your machine to a shop for servicing periodically, you'll learn how to extend its life and what regular upkeep can prevent bigger, costlier repairs later on.)

Our HandiQuilter Avante 18 Longarm sewing machine (named Susie Lou!) is NOW ready to be rented out by YOU, our Hoop & Be...
05/12/2025

Our HandiQuilter Avante 18 Longarm sewing machine (named Susie Lou!) is NOW ready to be rented out by YOU, our Hoop & Bee community!

Our goal is for people to make quilts–period! That means there’s no hurt feelings if you’d rather rent some time on the Avante to finish your own quilt than have the Hoop & Bee team finish it for you. We know not everyone is comfortable with the idea of leaving their quilt top with someone else, even another quilter.

Visit our website for details or send us an email to schedule your one-on-one 2hr training to get you ready to rent!

Want to make your longarmer love you? No matter the size of your work or whether or not you're getting edge-to-edge or c...
05/12/2025

Want to make your longarmer love you? No matter the size of your work or whether or not you're getting edge-to-edge or custom, here are some tips for making the experience the best it can be!

Square up your quilt top and backing, making sure there's no bumps or waves.

Use stay stitching 1/8" from the edge of your quilt for stability on pieced borders or bias edges.

Tidy up loose threads, remove all pins, needles, and clips, and press all seams flat.

Clearly mark top edge of quilt on both the quilt top and backing.
Ensure batting extends at least 4" beyond quilt top on all sides, and backing fabric extends at least 6" beyond quilt top on all sides for stitching and alignment.

If your backing has a seam, sew with a 1/2" seam and press open.

Shipping your quilt into Hoop & Bee? Here's some useful tips! Use sturdy packaging materials to protect the quilt from d...
05/12/2025

Shipping your quilt into Hoop & Bee? Here's some useful tips!

Use sturdy packaging materials to protect the quilt from damage during transit.
Put your items into a plastic bag, seal tightly, and label it with your name and address clearly visible, in case the box is damaged.
Make sure to insure your quilt when shipping for its fair value and provide Hoop & Bee with the tracking number to monitor its arrival.

Mail your quilts to:
Hoop & Bee
116 Pleasant Street
Suite 209
Easthampton, MA 01027

Or if you are in the area, we would love to see you! Make an appointment today to schedule your dropoff and consultation in person in our gorgeous Eastworks Studio.

New class schedule has been announced! We are moving into summer with an amazing lineup of classes - some new and some t...
05/12/2025

New class schedule has been announced! We are moving into summer with an amazing lineup of classes - some new and some tried and true!

We are so thrilled to announce a new garment construction series hosted by Malinda Lesko. Learn how to sew your own clothes and make an outfit in the week using two amazing patterns from Helen's Closet: the June top & the Reynolds shorts.

Also new this season is the Radiant Wedge Pillow Workshop! If you're one of the dozens of people who've come through the studio and asked about the sunshine pillows on our couches - this one is for you!

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116 Pleasant Street
Easthampton, MA
01027

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+14132031332

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