My priority is to see that you are pleased with the outcome of your quilt. Every
effort is made to provide you with a finished quilt you will be proud of. Please take a moment to read the following quilt
preparations. Proper preparation and construction of your quit top will ensure the best results.
The Quilt
Top
Please make sure your quilt top lays flat, your blocks are pressed and threads are trimmed.
Stray thread on a light fabric may show through and you'll end up with "squirmies". Please check your seams
to make sure they are sewn properly... an open seam could catch on the hopping foot causing a possible tear or the seam
could be sewn open. I will lightly press your top, trim threads and check for open seams that may have been
missed, however, if you haven't pressed or trimmed your threads since you began sewing your quilt top there
will be an additional charge.
The
Backing
In order to mount and load your quilt properly, I will require the backing to be at the least
4"s larger than your quilt top all the way around. Example if your quilt top measures 60x80 then your backing should
be 68x88 squared. When piecing your back a 1/2 inch seam allowance is reccomended and if you are sewing
the salvege edges together, please check the seam to make sure the salvege does not show. Keep in mind the pattern
of your backing fabric, try to match your pattern and keep it straight.
I will check the back, re-square
and light press. If you are not sure how to square your back properly, I will be happy to help you with this or for an
additional charge, I can square your back. If you choose to have me press and square your backing, please allow
an excess of fabric to take into consideration the amount that will need to be trimmed leaving an adequate amount (4"s)
for loading.
The Batting
The batting should be the same size as your backing to provide adequate coverage for your top. The batting
must be in one piece. I do not accept batting that has been pieced or a poly batt that will pull apart like
"Cotton Candy". I offer quality batting from Quilters Dream and The Warm Company or you may provide
your own favorite. Please do not pin or baste your quilt layers together.
The Wavy Border
Ahh the dreaded "Wavy Border" Ok I
have to admitt, I've had a wavy border or two, it happens to the best of us! But with proper piecing this can be
eliminated. If your border is wavy, every effort is made to work it in or "quilt it out". If
there is an extreme fullness a tuck or pleat, strategically placed, maybe necessary. All is not lost in a wavy border
scenario, once washed, it won't even be noticeable.
