Category Archives: Tutorials

Binding on the Long Arm

Posted on September 12, 2017 by

I’m nearing the finish line for my log cabin quilt. I know of several long armers that add the binding to the quilt before removing it from the frame. I decided I would give it a try with this quilt.  … Continue reading →

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Facings Tutorial

Posted on August 9, 2017 by

I shared this finish with you last week, but I took pictures while making the facing as I thought some of you might be interested in learning how I did it. First I cut 2 1/2 inch strips and pressed … Continue reading →

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Choosing Pantographs

Posted on September 6, 2016 by

I get questions about pantographs that I use on my long arm all the time. I’ve been wanting to put together a post discussing these as I thought  it would be helpful to new long armers. And here it is! … Continue reading →

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Pantograph Tutorial

Posted on August 18, 2016 by

Someone recently asked me how I line up my pantographs for quilting. It’s a bit hard to explain, so I thought I would do a tutorial here. This beautiful top was made by Kathy from our Stitching Sisters QOV group. … Continue reading →

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TBThursday – Mini Trip Around the World/Border Tutorial

Posted on June 9, 2016 by

Here ‘s another older quilt that I made. Actually, I need to qualify that. I and my friend Anonymous made this. I bought this vintage block on e-Bay, added borders, quilted and finished it. I love it! This is another quilt … Continue reading →

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Slow Stitching Sunday ~ Appliqué Prep

Posted on May 29, 2016 by

I’ve been prepping more pieces for my Gwennie Inspired Medallion QAL. I told you I was slow at this! I am no expert on the A word, but I thought I’d show you how I prep my leaves for appliqué. … Continue reading →

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Quilting Tip!

Posted on March 26, 2016 by

I use templates with my long arm and this tip pertains to that, but it could also be used for rotary rulers and templates as well. This tip was shared with me by Deb over at Quilts N Things Done by Betty … Continue reading →

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