Pantographs – Know Before You Sew | How to Preview Pantograph Designs for Your Quilt in 2024

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 […]

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Beginner’s Guide to Ruler Quilting

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. […]

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Tips to Jump Start Longarm Quilting

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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Take the Time

Take the Time

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 […]

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Tension Headache

I’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

Choosing the Right Thread for Longarm Quilting

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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Using Batting Scraps

Using Batting Scraps

As a quilter, there’s no denying the joy of completing a beautiful quilt. Handi Quilter helps you finish more quilts. However, with every finished project comes the inevitable stash of leftover batting scraps. Instead of letting these remnants gather dust in a corner, let’s explore some creative and sustainable ways to repurpose them. Usually they […]

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Thread Durability

Thread Durability

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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Things I Wish I Knew – Thread

Things I Wish I Knew – Thread

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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Things I Wish I Knew – More on Needles

Things I Wish I Knew – More on Needles

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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