The three layers of your quilt will be loaded on the machine independently of one another. Please do not pin or baste them together.

The batting and backing should measure at least eight inches longer and eight inches wider than your quilt top. For example, if your quilt measures 60" x 80", the batting and backing should measure at least 68" x 88".

Quilt Top

Press seams well. Be sure the top lies flat. Ripples and "puffy" places will not necessarily quilt flat.

The top should be free of embellishments such as buttons and beads.

Clip all loose threads and be sure the seams have been pressed.

A row of stay stitching, applied ¼ inch or less from the edge of the quilt, will prevent stretching.

If your quilt has a definite "head," and you think I might not recognize it, please apply a piece of masking tape to identify it.

Batting

If you send batting, please check the package to be sure it is suitable for machine quilting.

Backing

Please trim off the selvage edges before seaming your backing. Sides should be straight, and the backing squared.