Marking a quilt for ruler work

Poor tension is the #1 issue machine quilters struggle to correct. The first critical step in solving it is getting over the fear of actually changing the top or bobbin case tension. Admonishments of “never touch the tension” from a home ec teacher might still sting your ears, but it’s time to silence that inner voice and put on a brave “I can do this” attitude!

Here’s a resource we hope you’ll find useful: our Backing Yardage Calculation Chart to help you determine how many yards you need to make a finished quilt a reality!

Now midarm and longarm machines are available in compact sit-down table versions or small stand-up “hoop frame” models. These can take up as little as 10-15 square feet of space—great for tight quarters.

Longarm rental studios are popping up all over—giving quilters the power to regain control and “own” the quilting process from start to finish.