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January 30, 2024
Video tutorial: Oyster Clusters
Follow along with Lauren Jackson as she demonstrates how to quilt Oyster Clusters on a longarm quilting machine.
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January 23, 2024
Keeping your leaders in line: the quilter's guide to straight leaders
Longarm quilting hinges on the fundamental aspect of aligned leaders. Take a look at this guide that helps ensure precise maintenance of your leaders.
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January 16, 2024
Free pattern: Snow Blossom
Here's your perfect winter quilting project! The free quilt pattern Snow Blossoms' intricate detail adds the perfect touch of winter charm to any space.
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January 9, 2024
Finishing your work in progress - how to keep the joy in quilting
Sometimes, quilting projects can go unfinished for months or even years. In this article, we'll share some tips for finishing your work in progress.
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January 2, 2024
Tips for quilters thinking about buying a longarm quilting machine
A longarm quilting machine is a big investment. We've rounded up some articles that have the info quilters may need to make the right decision..
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December 27, 2023
Our most popular blog articles of 2023
These are the quilting articles our readers have come back to again and again. Check out APQS' most popular blog posts of 2023.
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December 19, 2023
Quilting designs that are perfect for winter
Explore our merry collection of winter-themed quilting designs to infuse your holiday quilts with festive magic.
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December 12, 2023
Free pattern: Path to Grandma's House
Here's the perfect holiday quilt pattern for this season! The free Path to Grandma's House quilt pattern embraces fond childhood holiday memories.
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December 5, 2023
How to stitch in the ditch with a longarm quilting machine
Elevate your longarm quilting with professional precision! Read more our tips and tricks for stitching in the ditch.
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November 28, 2023
Video tutorial: Scallops filler
Check out the Scallops filler that can be used on both dense and loose quilting jobs. Follow with APQS dealer Lauren Jackson shows us this unique border design on her APQS Lucey.
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