Longarm FAQ's
General Questions
Yes! We celebrate all skill levels.
You bet!
Yes! Local pick up and drop off can be arrannged.
We will email you our invoice as soon as your quilt is ready to ship.
Yes, for an additional fee.
Once discussed, I would be happy to split the cost with you for the approved design file.
pricing
Basic E2E – .025 a sq in.
Minimum $50 charge
FIRST – Calculate the AREA of your quilt top. Multiply length x width in inches. (Example. 70″ x 70″ = 4900 sq. inches)
SECOND – Multiply the AREA of your quilt top by price per sq. inch. (Example. Basic Edge to Edge quilting would be $.025/sq. inch or 4900 x $.025 = $122.50 + Batting, Tax and S&H if applicable)
• Quilt set up on the frame
• Stocked top thread and bobbins
• Light ironing if needed from shipping
Please fill out the Book Service form in the Longarm Quilting drop down menu, and we will contact you with a quote for services.
quilt prep
Press all of your seams either open or to one side, this will reduce bulk and ensure that the machine can move over the quilt as it stitches. This is very important.
Please ensure that both your quilt top and backing are as square as possible. This will ensure that your quilt is quilted properly.
Please check for any seams that are loose and secure them properly
Trim any loose threads from the back and the sides of your quilt top. This is to avoid any of these from showing through, especially if you are using light fabrics. Trust me it’s a real bummer!
If your quilt is directional, please mark your top of the quilt, so that we can load it onto our frame properly.
• Your finished and squared quilt top.
• Batting that is at least 4” longer than your quilt top on each side. Example: if your quilt top is 60” x 60”, then your batting must be 68” x 68”. We can also provide the batting for an extra charge.
• Your backing will need to be at least 4” longer than your quilt top on each side. Example: if your quilt top is 60” x 60”, then your backing must be 68” x 68”. If we are piecing the backing for you (at additional charge) please account for the seam allowance.
backing
Yes, for an additional fee of $9.99.
Yes, I will accept precut and pieced Minky backings. You may want to place backing in a separate plastic bag before shipping to minimize the lint from transferring to your quilt top.
- Don’t use a ¼″ seam for piecing a backing. Using a ¾″ to 1″ seam is preferred.
- Press the seams in your backing open.
- Use horizontal seams wherever possible to help avoid stretch when loading on the frame.
- Make sure the backing is square.
- If your backing is directional mark top.
- Press your backing after you’ve finished piecing it together.
batting
We offer several different types of Hobbs batting options, or you’re welcome to us send your own. Just make sure it’s a good, quality batting. Please chat with us prior to sending if you’re unsure.
Heirloom 80/20 (120″) $12 a yd
Tuscany Cotton/Wool blend (96″) $16 a yd.
Tuscany 100% Wool (108″) $20 a yd.
Quilters Dream 100% Cotton – Deluxe Loft $15 a yd.
Shipping
We suggest placing your quilt top and backing in a sealed plastic bag for protection, and then into a sturdy, well sealed, cardboard box. Priority cardboard mailers work well. We are not responsible for lost quilts, so it is important to use a shipping method that you can track and insure in case of loss.
We will package the quilt and any left over backing fabric in a sealed plastic bag for protection. We ship using USPS Priority Mail. Additional shipping insurance is NOT included in the price.
Shipping prices will range from $14-$23 depending on the size of the quilt. We ship using USPS Priority Mail. Additional shipping insurance is NOT included in the price.
Full Quilt Boogie
PO Box 223 Friendsville, TN 37737