All quilting is done freehand (nothing is computerized)
Minimum charge for all quilts -- $35.00
Basic all-over design (paisleys, swirls, loops) -- $0.02 per square inch
Repeating design that uses basic ruler work-- $0.03 per square inch
Custom design, with different designs to be used in different blocks (feather design in border, swirls & pebbles in blocks, etc.) -- $0.035 per square inch
Custom designs with detailed ruler work -- $0.04+ per square inch depending upon complexity of design
* Prices above are for a single thread color for the entire quilt. Multiple thread colors to match fabric is an additional upcharge.
ADDITIONAL FEES:
Quilting will begin once a design plan and charges have been discussed and agreed upon.
Bobbin fee -- $2.50 per full bobbin used on your quilt
Additional charges may apply to square up backing, iron an excessively wrinkled top and/or backing, etc. These services are billed at $20/hr., with a 1-hour minimum charge.
For Mail-in clients, USPS return shipping charges will be added to your invoice.
BATTING FEES:
Due to clients wanting a variety of batting, I have stopped stocking my own for purchase. Here are 2 options for you:
Indicate what brand batting you would like, along with type and size and I will purchase it locally or online for you and include it in your final charges.
Ship your preferred batting directly to me
The only batting that I will not use is Mountain Mist. Longarm quilting is an investment and as such, it deserves a quality batting.
All prices are subject to change.
Preparing Your Quilt
First Steps:
Please email me before shipping your quilt to discuss quilting options and wait times.
If you live in the Orlando, FL area you can email me to arrange a time to drop off your quilt
Print out this INTAKE FORMand include it when shipping your quilt.
Preparing Your Quilt:
Square up and press your top and backing.
Ensure that your batting and backing are both at least 6” longer and 6” wider than your quilt top - for example, if your top is 50” x 70”, your backing and batting must be at least 56” - 76”.
Trim loose threads on the back of the quilt otherwise dark thread may show through under light fabric.
If using a pieced backing, remove the selvages in the seams. Backing seams should be sewn using a ½-inch seam allowance.
Shipping Guidelines:
Layer your top and backing over batting (if providing) and then fold it up to avoid fold lines. DO NOT BASTE THE LAYERS.
Label the top and bottom of your quilt top and backing (pinning with a post-it note is fine)
Place all items to be shipped in a plastic bag before boxing and shipping - this includes the intake form.
Upon receipt of your quilt, I will submit a few design ideas for you to approve or you have the option of leaving the design completely up to me.
Tips for Great Results on a Long Arm
There are many factors that contribute to a beautifully longarmed quilt. These tips will ensure the best results for machine quilting on a longarm machine.
Accuracy
The more accurate your piecing is, the better the outcome. The quilt top, batting, and backing are all secured to three rails that are all parallel to one another. For this reason, the top and backing must be square to ensure a satisfactory outcome. You can get more accurate piecing results by using a smaller stitch length (2 mm) and pressing.
Borders
One of the most difficult aspects of finishing a quilt top is borders that have not been properly measured before sewing. Borders that are not properly measured and applied may appear wavy or puckered because they were either too long or too short. No amount of quilting can fix this problem. For accurate borders, measure your quilt in three places along the length - add these three measurements and divide by 3 to get the average. This is the length you should cut your side borders. Mark the center of the quilt side, and the center of the border, then pin from the center out to the sides so that the ends line up. Sew on your side borders. You will repeat this process for your top and bottom borders.
Backing
Backing should measure at least 3" larger than the quilt top on all four sides.
Backing fabric should be 100% cotton. If using a pieced backing with standard yardage, seams should be sewn with a ½-inch seam allowance and pressed open. Since I typically use the same color thread for both top and bobbin, you should take that into account when selecting a backing fabric - either selecting a fabric where the stitches will blend in or stand out, depending upon your personal preference.