Tool Tips

Discover how to use longarm rulers to stitch in the ditch and guide your APQS quilting machine.

With so many tales of caution about marks that won’t go away, or marks that went away and then came back later, the idea of marking a quilt top can be scary.

Here's a handy chart to use to help you cut the patches you need for your project using a 6" x 24" cutting ruler and long strips of fabric.

We’re diving into some of our favorite “how-to” articles for longarm newbies!

Everyone has their own favorite quilty things that make the creative process easier. We share some of our favorites in today's blog post.

Dipping your toes into the world of robotics can be intimidating but the benefits of using a computer as a creative partner are incredibly exciting.

Use these tips to whip out your quilts in no time flat!

When quilters hear the word “template” we usually think about a thin piece of cardboard or clear plastic which we trace around to create a patchwork shape for our quilt. However, if you own a longarm quilting machine...

With literally thousands of pantograph designs available today, you can quilt anything from a simple swirling pattern to an elaborate cityscape scene across your quilt.

Our machines move so freely that it is easy to forget how to effectively use straight line quilting to add drama and emphasis to a quilt top.