Last week I talked about taking the time to practice and expand your skills. If you are a seasoned quilter, you may have thought that blog post was not for you. It was aimed at beginners. But, I’m here to tell you, it was especially for you! We all need to keep learning. That is […]
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Last week we talked about Spring flowers and how we were anxiously awaiting them. But flowers only bloom when they are ready. And so we must be patient. Quilters are the same way. You cannot rush or force yourself to quilt beautifully. It takes time and practice. Be patient and give yourself grace. Take the […]
Read MoreI’ve got a cure for your tension headache. Tension is the first thing you need to learn when starting out with longarm quilting. It’s not hard to learn. Many quilters have a bit of a mental block about it. We have been told repeatedly to not touch the tension on our domestic machine’s bobbin. Fear […]
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Choosing the right thread for longarm quilting is what will bring your creation to life and make it last for generations. With so many choices available, finding the perfect thread can be overwhelming. In this guide, I will share the key factors to consider when selecting thread for your longarm quilting project. To wash or […]
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When you’re a passionate longarm quilter (like me) you not only want your quilts to look fabulous, you also want them to stand the test of time and use. Choosing the thread that will hold your quilt together is a big decision. Since our Handi Quilter machines can handle any thread you choose to use, […]
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Last week we talked a bit more about needles. So what more logical next step than thread? Choosing the right thread for longarm quilting is a skill that develops with experience, but even as a beginner, understanding the fundamentals can greatly enhance your quilting. The thread you select can significantly impact the overall look and […]
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We started last week with basic information about needles. Because needles are such an integral part of quilting, this week we have even more on needles. I will define the important details to think about when choosing which needle to use for a particular project. If you choose the right needle you’ll sail through the […]
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Continuing our series about “things I wish I knew” when I got started longarm quilting. Last week was loading the frame. This week I’ll share 4 things to know about needles. 1. Needle System The most important piece of information to know, is which needle system your machine uses. All Handi Quilter longarm machines use […]
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In thinking about what to write about this week, it occurred to me that there are lots of tips and tricks I have learned along the way. Many of are things I wish I knew when I was starting out with longarm quilting. I think this is a good idea for an entire series of […]
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This is a tip for all you pantograph quilters out there. Wouldn’t it be great to know before you sew? That is, to see what a panto design will look like on your quilt before you stitch it out. No seam ripper required (if it turns out to be not what you wanted)! This is […]
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