Quilting Services

I offer edge to edge computerised or free motion quilting to help finish off your wonderful patchwork creations.

I can also help with a variety of extras to add that finishing touch.

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Services and Prices

Free motion edge to edge

I am happy to free motion your quilt with stippling or wavy/straight lines.

$6/sq foot

Computerised edge to edge

I have a variety of digital edge to edge designs you can choose from or I can come up with a couple for you to pick from.

$7/sq foot

Custom quilting

Not available at the moment

 

Trimming threads

If you have dark thread or contrasting fabrics these may need to be trimmed to avoid shadowing through lighter fabrics.

$40/hour

Trimming Batting or Backing

Both need to be approximately 8” larger than your quilt top.

$15 each

Preparing Backing

If needed I can join meterage to make your backing the right size.

$40/hour

Binding

1 – I make the binding using supplied fabric and sew to the front of your quilt.

$3.50/foot

 

2 – I sew your prepared binding to the front of your quilt.
Both options 1 and 2 leave it up to you to do the hand sewing on the back.

$3/foot

 

3 – Complete package. Using supplied fabric to prepare binding, sew to front and then hand sew on back.

$6.50/foot

Label

I generally add a label during the binding process. I can supply you with a label, write your message on it and even attach it for you if I bind your quilt for you.

$5 – $20

Hanging Sleeve

If you are hanging your quilt on a wall or entering it into a show you will most likely need to attach a hanging sleeve. I can do this for you!

$40/hour

Tips and Tricks

QUILTING

Measuring your quilt – measure your quilt through the centre (measuring on the edge of your quilt is not always accurate) to get the width and length in inches.

Working out quilting cost per square foot –

1. Multiply the width by the length – eg. 65” x 80” = 5200 square inches
2. Divide square inches by 144 – 5200 ÷ 144 = 36.1 square inches
3. Multiply square feet by cost of quilting –  36.1 x 7 = $252.70

Minimum quilting cost is $90.

BINDING

Working out Binding cost –

  1. Add the width and the length then multiply by 2 – 65 + 80 = 145 x 2 = 290”
  2. Divide the total outside length by 12 – 290 ÷ 12 = 24.16’
  3. Multiply the total foot measurement by the cost of chosen binding method – 24.16 x $6.50 = $157.04


THREAD

I include the cost of thread in the quilting fee, however if you want a particular thread that is not in my stock there may be a fee. I try to keep a stock of threads that blend well with most fabrics, I use Wonderfil, Rasant, So Fine to name a few. I prefer to use the same thread in the bobbin as on top.

Tips for preparing your quilt

  • Press your quilt top and trim any stray threads from the front and back of your top, pay particular attention to dark threads that may show through lighter fabrics.
  • Press your backing and ensure it is a minimum of 8” bigger than your top. If your backing is pieced make sure seems are generous 5/8” and pressed well.
  • Mark the top of the quilt top and backing fabric with a safety pin, especially if anything is directional.


Batting Options

I prefer to supply batting as I know that it is good quality.  I carry a small amount of Matilda’s Own battings in stock, price supplied on request.

You are welcome to provide your own batting, however I cannot be held responsible for any ensuing issues.

Quilt hand over / Postage Options

I have a drop-off and collection point at Mikes Sewing Machine Repairs in Morayfield or I am very happy to receive quilts via mail and to return them the same way.

Terms and Conditions

  • While some excess and distortion can be corrected during the quilting process, I can only do my best with what I have been given.
  • It is often recommended that you prewash your quilt backing fabrics, especially if it is different to the fabric quality used in the top, for example Flannel fabric shrinks quite a lot. I cannot be held responsible if this step is skipped and later when you wash your quilt it all goes awry.
  • Prices include GST.
  • Prices are approximate until item is finished and invoiced.
  • Quilts will be held by me until full payment has been made.