Quilt Preparation
Quilt top
If you are planning on using buttons or other embellishments it is best to add them after the quilt is quilting. Some appliques are okay to add, but not all appliques can be quilted through. Make sure to clip all threads especially dark threads that may show through lighter fabric. Please make sure there are no holes in any seams or any pins in the quilt top.
The backing & batting
It is very important to make sure your backing and batting are bigger than your quilt top. Please make sure it is as close to 4″ bigger on each side as possible. Bigger is not always better because its difficult to pin on a king size backing for a twin size quilt.
*We cannot guarantee the outcome of any backings that are pieced. I love to piece my backings, but I cannot control how it rolls on the machine. I gladly accept quilts with pieced backings as long as you are aware I am not responsible for the outcome.
*It is very important to note if there is a specific way you would like the backing to line up with your quilt top. It is helpful to pin a note to the quilt top and backing, showing which sides are the north.
* Please square up your backing so it can be pinned on straight.