Quilt Prep
How do I prepare my quilt top?
It all starts with great piecing! Do your best to press and square up as you go and measure before putting on your borders. The more accurate the top, the prettier it will be when finished. Seams may be pressed open or to the sides. Check the top for threads that need to be trimmed and get those dark strays from the back as well. We don’t want them peeking through the light colored areas of the top after quilting. It’s also very important to inspect for any open seams in your quilt top and get those patched up.
How do I prepare my quilt back?
I carry a variety of colors and styles of quilt backings (108” wide) for your convenience. If you provide your own backing, it’s best to use a 1/2” or larger seam allowance and press open to reduce bulk. It is best to piece the backing horizontally rather than vertically. Although it is ok to piece your backing so it’s extra pretty, please know that lining up the quilt top and backing exactly is difficult, and the extra bulk/seams on the back can also create puckering issues.
Most importantly, please make sure your backing is at least 8” wider and longer than your quilt top. For example, if your top is 50” x 75” please provide backing that is at least 58” x 83”. Those extra 4” on each side are very important. This will ensure that I can load it on my machine correctly and have enough room to do a great job on your quilt!
May I mail a quilt to you?
Absolutely! Please reach out to me first via email or phone (see bottom of page) to check my turn around time and get my shipping address. Download and print the “Quilting Request” form and include it with your quilt when shipping. Client is responsible for shipping costs.
Do you trim quilts after quilting?
Why yes I do! The cost for doing so is $5 for baby quilts, $10 for anything larger.
Do I need to mark the top of my quilt?
Yes, especially if your quilt top and/or backing is directional, please mark the top middle of each with a safety pinned note.