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August 3, 2021
Needle tips for longarm quilting machines
One of the biggest differences between quilting on a domestic sewing machine and quilting on a longarm quilting machine is the needle. In this article, APQS Education Director Dawn Cavanaugh helps you navigate the change with her best tips and tricks.
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May 26, 2014
Needle up-down adjustment on fluorescent light machines [VIDEO]
As your APQS machine breaks in over time you may need to adjust the needle positioning speed. Watch the video below to learn how.
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April 16, 2013
How you can secure starts and stops
If you are still using needles to bury the beginning and ending threads on your quilt, you are missing out on ways to be more efficient! Check out these two methods using your longarm machines.
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September 25, 2012
Get to the "point" - inserting your needle
Lots of discussion has abounded regarding the best needles for your APQS quilting machine.
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