Take the Time – Challenge

Take the Time – Challenge

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 […]

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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 […]

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Spring Quilts

Spring Quilts

This week much of the US had a final, (we hope), blast of Winter and that can only mean Spring will be here, for good, soon. Here in North Carolina […]

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What to Expect at a Handi Quilter Event

What to Expect at a Handi Quilter Event

Thinking about signing up to go to a Handi Quilter event? But not quite sure what to expect? Well, I’m here to fill you in! Education is our top priority […]

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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 […]

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Quilts That Fly

Quilts That Fly

I was lucky enough to work at the AQS Quiltweek show in Daytona Beach, FL a few weeks ago. I love to take the time to look at the quilts […]

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More Tools for Tension

More Tools for Tension

Last week we learned about the Towa gauge, the best tool for help setting your bobbin tension. There are a few other simple tools I use when adjusting and monitoring […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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