Piano Keys and More
Last week we explored straight line quilting and the tools we can use to stitch nice precise straight lines. You can read that post here. Today we’ll see those straight lines put to good use with the Piano Keys design. Today’s blog by Mary Beth Krapil, Handi Quilter National Educator, shares one of the […]
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Straight Line Quilting
Straight line quilting stands out as a go-to design choice for its timeless elegance, precision, and boundless creative possibilities. As the name suggests, it involves stitching straight lines to create visually striking patterns and textures. While seemingly simple, the art lies in the precision and planning required to execute these lines flawlessly. And quilting straight […]
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Quilting Panels | 2024 Quilting Panels Ideas & Types
Today on the blog, experienced quilter, Mary Beth Krapil, shares quilting panel ideas for 2024. She shares different techniques and how-to steps to quilt your very own panel! Mary Beth is one of the National Educators at Handi Quilter, with decades of experiencing in longarm quilting. Easy Quilting Project – Panels At Handi Quilter we […]
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Pantographs – Know Before You Sew | How to Preview Pantograph Designs for Your Quilt in 2024
Today on the Handi Quilter blog, we’re sharing some great tips and hacks for sewing pantographs! We’re sharing some great tips on how to test out different pantograph designs before you sew! On the blog today, Mary Beth Krapil, National Handi Quilter educator, shares her tips on how to test out different pantograph ideas for […]
Read MoreReposition a Design with Pro-Stitcher
We have all done it at one time or another. Somehow, we knock our design in Pro-Stitcher out of position. There are a lot of ways this can happen, mostly user error. I won’t go into all of them, I’m just going to get to the important information you are here to learn: how to […]
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Beginner’s Guide to Ruler Quilting
Rulers are indispensable tools in longarm quilting, enabling you to create precise lines, shapes, and patterns with ease. Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or just starting out, ruler quilting can elevate your free motion and help with stitch-in-the-ditch. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about using rulers for longarm quilting. […]
Read MoreT-shirt Quilts – Tips for Quilting
We are entering graduation season. It’s the time for planning the future and looking back fondly to remember the school years. And for quilters, it’s T-shirt quilt season! T-shirt quilts are memory keepers, filled with nostalgia and personal stories. Creating a unique t-shirt quilt can be a labor of love, especially when it comes to […]
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Spring Cleaning for Quilters
Who invented Spring Cleaning? Well, there are many cultures that lay claim to that, Hebrew, Iranian, Chinese. Where ever it came from, it does make sense. Could the reason so many cultures have rituals and celebrations that incorporate spring cleaning be that this is the best time of year for it? With the warmer temperatures […]
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Tips to Jump Start Longarm Quilting
Quilting your first quilt can seem daunting to a longarm beginner. Here are 3 tips to jump start your longarm quilting and make you ready to tackle any quilt. 1. Preparation is Key Before you load that first real quilt, it is important to become familiar with your equipment and materials. Learn your machine. Read […]
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Couching is Magic
After reading last week’s post, I know you are on the lookout for new techniques to elevate your quilting. One such technique that’s been gaining traction in recent years is couching. While traditionally associated with hand embroidery, couching has found a new home in the world of longarm machine quilting, offering quilters an exciting way […]
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