Do I want to Try Quilting a Quilt?

First you must decide how much time or interest you have in quilting a quilt. Using easy quilt patterns is a good starting point and will start an enduring relationship with your love of quilting.

Some quilters are quite content with just piecing a top and let others do the quilting.That is OK too!

...Quilting a quilt using easy quilt patterns that are not too complicated will enhance your love of quilting.

This pattern is relatively simply with very few pieces. The choice of shading in the fabric gives this design definition.

But the quilting is what makes it pop. Even the quilting is relatively simply. Most of the stitches are laid out in a straight line without a need to keep the lines perfectly straight.

First you must decide how much time or interest you have in quilting.

Do you plan to quilt by hand or a machine?

Some quilters are quite content with just piecing a top and letting others do the quilting. Mastering one element at a time will avoid the feeling of being overwhelmed when you are first learning how to quilt.

Being realistic will decide the answer.

• Do I want to try my hand at hand quilting a quilt?


• Do I want to machine quilt using a regular sewing machine or a longarm quilting machine?


• Do I want to try the lap quilt technique?


• Do I want to tie/tack my quilt?


• Do I know and trust a machine quilting service to finish the quilt?

Batting Transforms Your Project

• The technique you choose for quilting a quilt will influence the batting you use.


• Put as much time in selecting the right batting as you did the fabrics.


• Do you want the finished quilt to look flat or fluffy?


• Flatter batting is preferred for wall hangings or draped items


• Fluffier batting is generally used for greater dimension to highlight the quilting design.


• Fluffiest batting is reserved for tied projects like comforters.


• If the answer is NO for all of the above you may want to get a free quote from us.