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Schedule
The schedule/speakers are in development and subject to change.
Wednesday, January 6, 2027
Learn about sewing machine fundamentals, troubleshooting, maintenance, and major adjustments. Topics include basic troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, safety checks and proper machine operation, common repairs, checking and adjusting thread tension, timing, and needle-to-hook alignment, adjusting the presser foot and feed system and more. Bring your questions!
Coming in early? Join your fellow attendees at Dub’s Pub for appetizers and great conversation.
Thursday, January 7, 2027
Try your hand in the qualifying round for the Fabricators Olympics. The top 16 scores move on to round two and a shot a great prizes.
First time at Marine Fabricator Conference? Stop by for insight on how to make the most of the event! Make some new friends and pick up your welcome gift.
Ron Paratore, Trivantage with guest sewing operator
Greg Keeler, Oyster Creek Canvas
Greg Keeler, Oyster Creek Canvas
Kick off your week in style with music, dancing, and refreshments during the Annual Costume Party. The 2027 theme is Music Legends – let your creativity go wild! Costumes are not required but you can’t win the costume contest without one. Heavy appetizers and refreshments will be provided.
Friday, January 8, 2027
Topics include: digital techniques, pinking, social media, upholstery, hiring and retention, succession planning, shop insurance, AI, integrating technology, specialty equipment, fasteners/adhesives, and non-PFAS finishes
Mike Erickson, Canvas Designers
Hit the show floor and discover a wide variety of options both new and tried-and-true! Grab your trivia sheet and learn about our show sponsors while you visit the booths. Completed trivia sheets can be redeemed for extra drawing entries.
Saturday, January 9, 2027
Mike Charlton, Charlton’s Marine Canvas
MCs: Julie Tinsman, Strataglass and Mike Boatman, Boatman Marine Canvas
Mike Charpentier, Paul’s Custom Canvas, Eric Sevy, Autometrix and Steve Griffith, Xtreme Seal
Charlene Clark, Signature CanvasMakers and Jeff Viehmeyer, Alameda Canvas & Coverings
Mike Boatman, Boatman Marine Canvas and Justin Jones, SewLong Custom Covers
Raise a toast to the end of a fun week at the conference before saying goodbye to your friends.
Gather together one last time and celebrate award-winning projects, industry achievements, and the announcement of the welcome party theme for Marine Fabricators Conference 2028. Dinner and refreshments are provided at this commemorative closing event.
* Add-on Event. Requires additional registration.
Questions?
For more information contact:
Dana Smith, Education and Event Manager | 651-225-6934 |Dana.Smith@textiles.org
