Hand Guided Machine Quilting

Quilt Preparation

All thread supplied. I will choose a colour to compliment your quilt or you may state your own preference.

• Press quilt top and backing. Have all seams pressed and square up quilt and edges.
• Clip all loose threads from top and backing. (Loose threads can cause snags and threads show through on lighter fabrics.)
• Make sure all selvages have been removed from top and backing.
• Use a half inch seam allowance for seamed backing and press seam open.
• Backing and batting should be at least 6 inches longer than the top on all 4 sides.
• Do not baste your quilt. Don't even pin baste your quilt. All layers must be separate.
• Identify the top and bottom of your quilt top and backing. Use a tag applied with a pin for identification. This is especially important if your quilt is directional.
• I will do my best to blend tucks, puckers and stretched areas.
• For batting, I prefer cotton , cotton blends, some polyesters..
• Will it be okay to quilt on your applique or embroidery?
• All stitching is done on a Gammill stitch-regulated long-arm machine.
• Basting is available for hand quilting; not required if machine quilted.