2026 Ottawa Quilt Show + Make & Take

Visit Maker Savvy at the Ottawa Quilt Show!
Join the Maker Savvy team this Friday and Saturday at our featured booth for an exciting weekend of hands-on sewing, expert machine demonstrations, beautiful project inspiration, and exclusive event-only pricing.
Whether you are looking to upgrade your machinery, stock up on premium supplies, or gather inspiration for your next project, we have an incredible lineup ready for you.
Test Drive the BERNINA Q Series Longarms (No Registration Necessary!)
Thinking about stepping into the world of longarm quilting? We are thrilled to have both of our premier Q Series setups right at the booth and ready for you to try!
There is no advance registration required for the longarms—just walk right up to our booth throughout Friday, 12th and Saturday, 13th to take them for a spin. Pull up a chair, get a feel for their smooth handling, and ask our team all your burning questions.
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- BERNINA Q16: Experience big quilting power in smaller spaces, paired with a convenient, space-saving Adjustable Folding Table.
- BERNINA Q20: Test out effortless, ultra-smooth free-motion quilting on a sturdy, space-efficient Hoop Frame setup.
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Exclusive Maker Savvy Show Specials
Take advantage of unique, show-only promotional pricing on premium BERNINA and bernette machinery. Our team will be on-site to walk you through the features of each model, answer technical questions, and help you find your perfect fit.
Our featured show models on special include:
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- BERNINA 735 PRO: “The Quilter’s Dream Machine” featuring total stitch control and a spacious 10-inch throat.
- BERNINA Q16 (on Adjustable Folding Table)
- BERNINA Q20 (on Hoop Frame)
- BERNINA 570 QE: The ultimate companion for quilters, packed with quilting functions and the BSR included.
- BERNINA 480: A robust, high-performance machine offering superb stitch quality and an extra-large bobbin system.
- bernette 08 (b08) Straight Stitcher: A high-speed, heavy-duty straight-stitch powerhouse perfect for piecing and smooth feeding.
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All-Day Hands-On “Make & Take” Workshops
Happening concurrently throughout the day on both Friday and Saturday, you can step up to a machine and create a small, curated take-home project completely from scratch.
During this guided, one-hour session, you will get an absolute feel for the engineering behind the brand-new BERNINA 735 PRO—known as “The Quilter’s Dream Machine.” Test out its perfect 1/4″ piecing precision, high-capacity Jumbo Bobbin, and the legendary BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) firsthand.
Spaces are limited per hourly block for the Make & Take. Be sure to register for your preferred timeslot ahead of time on our website to secure your seat!
Come pull up a chair, admire the quilts, talk shop with our team, and find your next dream project or machine at the show. We can’t wait to see you there!
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