Here at the Cottage we are currently doing digital edge-to-edge quilting. This means the stitching will be uniform across the quilt top and not area-specific such as special border designs.

Quilting Prices

Edge to Edge Quilting: $0.025 per square inch

          Example: A quilt top is 60 inches x 80 inches. 60 x 80 = 4800 x .025 = $124.00

Please note there is a $45.00 minimum for quilting services. I will happily quilt 2 or more table runners or 2 baby quilts on the same backing to meet this minimum. Feel free to contact me with any questions.

Sewing backing fabric to size: $10.00/seam

My goal as a quilter is to use all the tools I have (thread color, 1000s of digital design options, stitching density, etc.) to make your quilt into a one-of-a-kind treasure. My personal style leans toward traditional with a touch of whimsy. I drift toward swirls, feathers, and motif-based quilting designs. However, half the fun of being a professional Longarm quilter is the privilege to work in so many other styles. Bold modern designs or dense geometric quilting keeps life exciting for me! 

When you are ready to send me a quilt, I will have several questions for you.

Quilting Design

 I have literally thousands of quilting designs: Floral, geometric, novelty, holiday themes...

Let me know if you have a specific request or an idea of the style you want for your quilt. I will send you several ideas to choose from. If none of them are quite right, I'm happy to send some more until we strike the perfect look!

 

Thread Color

There are SO many options of beautiful threads these days! I use Glide brand 100% poly thread. This is a professional grade embroidery and quilting thread with just a hint of shine without being showy. It provides beautiful stitch definition to frame your piecing. Much as above, let me know if you have a color preference or would like me to choose. I will gladly look at your top once I have it in my studio and text/email you with suggestions as you wish.

I prefer to use the same or similar thread in the top and back of the quilt. 

 

Quilting Density

One of the exciting possibilities of digital quilting is the ability to make designs large or small. I aim to have quilting that is even in density across the top and at a scale that suits the size of the patchwork. This is completely subjective however! In general, I do not like to leave more than 4 inches unquilted in any one spot. Please let me know if you prefer tighter “more thread” quilting, or looser, open designs.

 

Batting

Batting is not included in the quilting charge. I have left it this way to allow my clients to provide their own batting if they desire. I do however stock large rolls of quilt shop grade batting in several styles that is available to purchase by the linear inch so you buy just the length you need. Some of the battings I stock:

Quilter's Dream 100% Cotton Request (lightweight): $0.25/linear inch

Quilter's Dream 80/20- 93”: $0.28/linear inch

Quilter's Dream 80/20- 120”: $0.39/linear inch

Quilter's Dream Dream Puff High Loft Poly 93": $0.25/linear inch

Winline 100% Bamboo 93": $0.32/linear inch

Hobbs 80/20 Black 93": $0.30/linear inch

Other sizes and blends like Wool, 100% Cotton and bamboo blends are available. I keep some in stock ready to use and other can be special ordered just for your special project. 

 

Binding Services

Once the quilting is complete, it’s time to get the layers of your quilt sandwich bound together. It’s that final step that adds a frame to your artwork!

Binding Services are available here at the Cottage if you need a little extra help with this important last step. I can send back your quilt completely finished and ready to gift/use. Or choose just which steps you would like some assistance with.

Machine sewing binding to front of the quilt only ~$0.10/linear inch 

Send along the fabric you your quilt's binding and I will prepare the binding strips and attach it to the front of the quilt.  You will only need to stitch the binding on the back in whichever way you prefer.

Machine Sewing binding to both front and back ~$0.25/linear inch

Machine sewing binding to front of the quilt as above, PLUS machine stitching binding to the back. This option means you will get a completed quilt returned to you!

Heirloom Hand Binding. 0.35/linear inch

Machine sewing binding to the front of your quilt. But, for an heirloom quality finish, the binding is turned to the back and stitched in place with nearly invisible hand stitching.                             

How to Figure Cost of Binding

Binding is based on linear inch of stitching.

Add the measurement of each side together 

     or (Height + Length) x2.

Example: If your quilt top measures 56 wide by 72 long

                 56 + 72 = 128  Double that to include all 4 sides     

                 128 X 2 = 256 linear inches 

 

Shipping

Sending your quilt to the Cottage: Once we have your order complete, I will send you a shipping address. It is recommended to ship quilts wrapped in some type of plastic then placed inside a cardboard box to protect from water or other types of damage.

Return shipping :costs will be added to your invoice. All efforts are made to package them both safely and economically. I will return quilts via UPS to the address you provide. All quilts include tracking and basic insurance. If you would like to add additional insurance, this can be added to your invoice.

 

Payment 

Payment will need to be made in full at time of quilt delivery or shipment. Invoices can be paid via PayPal, Venmo or by check. Checks sent by first time clients will need to be cleared prior to shipping which may add a couple days to the return ship date.

 

FAQs

 

How big does the backing fabric need to be?

Machine quilting requires extra backing in order to attach it to the frame. Typically I ask for 4" extra on EACH side of the backing. For example, if your quilt is 80" x 100" the backing needs to be a minimum of 88' x 108." Often with my own quilts, I use this extra to make my binding.

 

Can my backing be pieced?

Absolutely! Please be aware though, that I cannot see the back of your quilt while I am working. If the back is not completely flat, puckers can occur on the backside without my knowledge. I work hard to avoid this but it is a risk I want you to be aware of up front! 

It also works best if the seams can be horizontal to the top. This may not work if your fabric is directional. Again, if you have any concerns about backing, we can talk through options!

 

Why do you ask me to trim threads on the quilt back? They won't be seen anyhow, right?

Well, yes, that does sound logical...until you have just one stray, black, raveled thread that shows up like a gray hair in the center of a perfect, white Half Square Triangle! Trimming threads on the back seems tedious but can make a huge difference in the finished quilt. If there are large amounts of high contrast threads that I am fearful of causing a problem, I will message you before proceeding. You have the final say!