Hello, quilter! Today, we are interviewing Shauna of Ladybug Threads! In addition to owning a longarm quilting business in the Bountiful, Utah, area, Shauna is also a Handi Quilter National Educator! She’s excited to share her story with you today. Handi Quilter: How did you start longarm quilting? Shauna: I got into quilting because my […]
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Hello, quilter! Today, we are interviewing Shauna of Ladybug Threads! In addition to owning a longarm quilting business in the Bountiful, Utah, area, Shauna is also a Handi Quilter National Educator! She’s excited to share her story with you today. Handi Quilter: How did you start longarm quilting? Shauna: I got into quilting because my […]
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You have decided that the Amara® is the longarm machine of your dreams. But, how much space will you really need for it? This post will help you to determine which machine in the Amara family and frame combination will work in the space you have available. You may already have a designated space allotted […]
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The amount of space you need for a longarm quilting machine depends on two factors: the size of the machine and which frame or table you set it up on. If you have decided on a Moxie machine, you still have some choices to make. You may already have a designated space allotted in your […]
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I was at the American Quilter Society’s QuiltWeek in Daytona Beach, Florida in February and noticed something fishy. Have you ever been to a quilt show and walking through the quilt display when it dawns on you that you’re seeing lots of quilts with something in common? That’s what happened to me at AQS QuiltWeek […]
Read MoreWe all know the quilt top is the star of the show with fabulous fabrics, delightful design, perfect piecing and adorable applique. But it’s not a quilt til it’s quilted. And you can’t quilt it with out a backing. A well-pieced quilt back is just as important as the front, and it can provide an […]
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Batting is the middle layer of quilts that delivers warmth, softness, and the great cuddle we all want. There are lots of choices when it comes to the coziness level you are going for. Batting comes in various materials (cotton, polyester, wool, bamboo, silk, etc.) and thicknesses. And it can be purchased in packages or […]
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The quilting world has seen an exciting transformation in recent years with the increasing popularity of computer-aided quilting. Robotic quilting systems like Pro-Stitcher have made it easy to finish your quilts with master-quality quilting. If you are a designer, this new era presents a unique opportunity to create digital quilting designs for use with these […]
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Inheriting a Handi Quilter longarm machine can be sad, and exciting, and overwhelming all at once. It means someone who loved you has passed away and shared something they were passionate about with you. We want to extend our deepest condolences on your loss. We also want to help you figure out what to do […]
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The Friendship Star block is a classic that combines simple techniques to create a beautiful star pattern. A couple of weeks ago I wrote about how to make a four-patch block. (Read that post HERE.) The friendship star is a beginner friendly block that teaches another new technique that you will use over and over […]
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Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to express love and affection for someone special. And what better way than with a Valentine quilt?! I have gathered some fun ideas to inspire you in this blog post.There’s even a free pattern offer from a friend of Handi Quilter! Sweet! Hi, I’m Mary Beth Krapil, Handi Quilter […]
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