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Registration | Early Bird Discount | Refunds
Boot Camps | Class Selections
Accommodation | Evening Functions
Computer Class Requirements
More Questions

Registration

Registrations will open mid-September.

  • Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon tea will be provided as per the event timetable
  • One ticket for the Popcorn and PJs Movie night
  • One ticket for the Cocktail Party on Saturday evening- 5.15pm to 8pm (includes canapes and champagne. Dinner on Saturday is at your own expense)
  • One ticket for the BQC Gala Dinner on Sunday evening (3 course meal, drinks and entertainment).
  • Fabric, threads etc where applicable
  • Up to 8 x 2 hour classes

Boot Camps

Jump start your Summit experience by attending a four hour hands-on Boot Camp on a machine. Your class fee will include class materials, morning or afternoon tea and great instruction by our educators. If you are a new machine owner, thinking about owning a machine or you’re an owner and want a refresher on the basics of your machine, this class will prepare you for any of the hands-on classes. Boot Camps are only open to Summit attendees and will be one person per machine.

A project boot camp will give you 4 hours on one machine under a tutor, no sharing, and you will walk away with a sample or finished product. More details on project boot camps to be revealed soon!

A Boot Camp is an additional $189 per class. The Boot Camps are 4 hours long and you are guaranteed a machine to yourself. 
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Early Bird Discount

Yes, we will offer an early bird discount. More details will be released when the timetable is ready.

The early bird price will be applied at the checkout while it is available. The early bird price will be available until the 1st November.

Accommodation

Yes, Blessington has negotiated a discount of 12% per night at the Mercure. The earlier you book, the better the rate you will lock in. You can only receive the discount via phone. Check our accommodation page for details on how to book.

You can book your accommodation now! The earlier you book, the better the hotel rate will be. You can only receive the discount via phone, and letting them know you are attending the “Blessington Summit”. Check our accommodation page for details on how to book.

Refunds

Refunds will be applied based on the following notice of cancellation:

  • 30 Days Prior to 1st March – 85% refund
  • 21 Days Prior to 1st March – 65% refund
  • 14 Days Prior to 1st March – no refund

If a refund is offered, the method of refund will be the same as payment. There will be an additional $20 admin fee applied to the refunded amount. Tickets are transferable, please email any name changes to Email Us

Evening Functions

Yes, there will be tickets available for those not attending the Summit, but wishing to attend the BQC (Sunday) dinner. Additional dinner tickets cost $199 per ticket. For further information please click to Email Us.

No, there will be no additional tickets available due to space constraints.

Yes, there will be tickets available for those not attending the Summit, but wishing to attend the movie night. Movie entry will be $19 per additional ticket.

Yes, there is a dealer meeting scheduled for Friday night, with a Rock n Roll band and awards being handed up! NZ Retailers are also welcome to attend. You can access further details by booking through the dealer portal.

Yes, we will look after all dietary requirements. Just fill in your dietary requirements when you register.

No, dressing up is optional, but it’s always fun to dress up!

Class Selection

If you join our newsletter you will be alerted as soon as we have it ready.

You will need to email us to request a change, but do this quickly as you might miss the class you want! We cannot guarantee your new class selections. Email Us

After you have chosen 6 yellow classes, only blue classes will be available. If a class is sold out, it will also be greyed out.

The following are Blue Classes

  • Lecture Room – Live Demonstrations and Q&A
  • Multi – Hand On (Multi-needle embroidery machine + 1 Direct to Fabric Printing)
  • Overlockers – Hands On
  • Retail – for Blessington & Stewmac retailers only.

The following are Yellow Classes

  • Computer (BYO)
  • Embroidery – Hands On
  • Sewing – Hands On
  • Moxie Sit Down – Hands On
  • Longarm – Hands On
  • Pro-Stitcher – Hands On
  • Pro-Stitcher LITE – Hands On

No, there will be no extras allowed in the classroom.

Computer Class Requirements

Pro-Stitcher Connect (Premium & Lite Simulation Mode) & Pro-Stitcher Designer

This means you bring along your own Windows 10 or 11 laptop with a wired USB mouse (not a wireless mouse).  Pro-Stitcher will not work on a Mac OS computer. You will need to have Pro-Stitcher Connect version 23.09.0737 installed and operating in Simulation mode, it does not matter what model of Handi Quilter machine you own. Use the following link to the download page https://prostitcher.com/prostitcher-software-update/  Scroll down the page until you see “Pro-Stitcher Connect Version 23.09.0737”.  Select the top green button. Save the file to your computer and then install Pro-Stitcher Connect.  This will now allow you to use Pro-Stitcher in simulation mode.

This means you bring along your own Windows 10 or 11 laptop with a wired USB mouse (not a wireless mouse).  Pro-Stitcher will not work on a Mac OS computer.  You will need to have Pro-Stitcher Designer installed on your laptop before attending classes. Use the following link to the download page https://prostitcher.com/prostitcher-designer/   Click on the green “Download Software” button at the bottom of the screen.  Save the file to your computer and then install Pro-Stitcher Designer.  This will allow you to use the program; however, as it is not activated, you will not be able to save your designs.

Yes, come and experience the wonders of what Pro-Sticher has to offer your quilting experience.  Both programs can be run on your laptop in demo mode.

Yes, however, you will need to bring the tablet’s power adaptor (remember that it will have a USA plug, so you will need an adaptor) and a wired USB mouse (not wireless).  You will need to ensure that your tablet is on the current version of Pro-Stitcher Connect 23.09.0737.  If you are attending Pro-Stitcher Designer classes, you must ensure that you have the latest version 1592 (this is for Premium tablets only).  If you have a Pro-Stitcher Lite tablet, you must load Pro-Stitcher Designer onto your laptop.

In a class situation where several people are using wireless mice, signal conflicts can result in your mouse moving on someone else’s screen.

  • A wired mouse
  • Your laptop and power cable
  • Pro-Stitcher tablet power adapter (If relevant)
  • Relevant software downloaded on your laptop
  • USB stick minimum 8 GB
  • A notebook and pen

mySewnet Software (004-COMP-WIZARD)

No, you will need to bring your laptop. Minimum operating requirement is Windows OS 10 or 11.

Yes the software is Mac compatible.  However, we will only use the Windows version in classes.

Yes! As long as you have your Windows laptop.

If you do not already have a mySewnet account, you will need to create one beforehand.  Go to www.mysewnet.com. In the top right corner of the screen, select “Create Account” and follow the prompts on the screen.  Remember to write down both your username and password as this will be required to grant you access to the program.  Once you have registered for the class you will receive an email advising further instructions for downloading and installing the software.

We will provide a contact email after you have registered for the event to help with any downloading or software issues.

Yes, it is for all levels.

Yes, it will be based on quick and fun projects, and you can always learn something new.

  • A  wired USB mouse (no wireless mice) and a mouse pad
  • A power cable for your laptop
  • USB stick minimum 8 GB
  • A notebook and pen

mySewnet Crafting Software (002-COMP-MYSEWNET)

Yes, you can use an iPad or tablet for this class.

Yes, the software is Mac compatible, and you can use an Apple in class.

Yes! As long as you have it loaded on a device prior to the class.

If you do not already have a mySewnet account, you will need to create one beforehand.  Go to www.mysewnet.com. In the top right corner of the screen, select “Create Account” and follow the prompts on the screen.  Remember to write down both your username and password as this will be required to grant you access to the program.  Once you have registered for the class you will receive an email advising further instructions for downloading and installing the software.

No, you can use the same login.  Once you have registered for the class you will receive an email advising further instructions for downloading and installing the software.

We will provide a contact email after you have registered for the event to help with any downloading or software issues.

Yes, it is for all levels.

Yes, it will be based on quick and fun projects, and you can always learn something new.

  • A mouse if that is your preferred method.
  • Power/charging cable for your device.
  • Notebook & pen.

Chroma Digitising Software (005-COMP-CHROMA)

Yes, you can use an iPad or tablet for this class. However, you can not use a mobile phone.

Yes, the software is Mac compatible, and you can use an Apple in class.

Yes! Provided the software is loaded on a device prior to the class.

If you do not already have a Chroma Digitising Software account, you will need to create one beforehand. To purchase the software, email [email protected] or call 02 8811 1927 where one of our representatives will process payment and provide you with an activation code.

No, you can use the same activation code.  Once you have registered for the class you will receive an email advising further instructions for downloading and installing the software.

We will provide a contact email after you have registered for the event to help with any downloading or software issues.

Yes, it is for all levels.

Yes, it will be based on quick and fun projects, and you can always learn something new.

A mouse if that is your preferred method. Power/charging cable for your device. Notebook & pen.

More Questions

We have chosen to maximise your time at the Summit and give you value for money. Anyone can stitch an embroidery design out – we want you to come and use those speciality stitches and learn the techniques. All our embroidery and sewing classes will be informative lessons with a take away project. Don’t be afraid to try out the multi-needles – the techniques can still be transfered to your home domestic. We are using the absolute top of the line machines in all our classes.

In some classes you will need to share machines. In Boot Camp classes you are guaranteed to have your own machine. 

Delegates will receive information on how to download their class list requirements after the 1st December, 2024.

A boot camp will help you increase your skill level.

No.

You can choose 8 classes. Out of these 8 classes, you need to choose a minimum of 2 blue classes and the rest are yellow.

Neither. They are optional extra classes.

Yes of course! Our tutors will explain techniques that can be adapted for both sit down and long arm machines. Embroidery techniques can be used across a range of embroidery machines, whether it is a multi needle or domestic.

There is plenty of free parking available at Mercure Hotel Liverpool and outside the Conference Centre.