How To Prepare Your Quilt Top

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No need to baste or create your own quilt sandwich, this is included in all edge to edge quilting.

Your quilt backing must be at least 4 inches larger on all sides-think “Four for Four”

For example, if your quilt top measures 70" x 140", your backing should be at least 78" x 148".

It can be larger, but not smaller.

If your backing is pieced:

A horizontal seam is preferred for best results.

I understand that fabric direction may require a vertical seam - if that's the case, please let me know so we can discuss the best options.

Press seams open on the backing. (For the quilt top, you can press seams open or to the side -your choice.)

Important steps:

Remove all pet hair and loose threads.

Square up your backing - uneven edges will make it difficult to load on the machine.

Press the backing before shipping it.

Note: If I need to spend extra time preparing your quilt for loading, additional fees may apply.

If you have any questions, I’m happy to help!

Press your quilt top so the seams lie flat and it’s ready to be loaded. Trim any loose threads or fraying fabric as thoroughly as possible. While it’s okay if a few remain, this step is important to prevent dark threads from showing through the quilt top-so please don’t skip it!

Also, remember to trim and square up your top. This helps ensure proper alignment on the frame for the best results.

Please note: Additional fees may apply if your quilt top is not pressed.

This step can make a big difference-especially if your quilt top has a lot of bias piecing. Simply sew around the entire edge of the quilt top, about 1/8 inch from the edge, to prevent the outer seams from coming apart while it's on the frame. Alternatively, you can secure the edges by backstitching the outer seams during piecing.

Various techniques are used to ease fullness in the quilt and I will do my best to smooth and flatten it. However, puckers or excess fullness may not always be eliminated through quilting, and in some cases, significant fullness can cause a previously square quilt to lose its shape.