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Preparing your Quilt for Longarming
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Yay! No basting required.
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Do not baste your quilt. Each layer is loaded separately on the longarm.
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Measure backing and batting.
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The quilt backing needs to be at least 4" wider on each side of the quilt (ex: a 70" x 90" top would require a backing that is at least 78" by 98") . The batting can be approx. 3" larger on each side.
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Square, press and trim.
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Do your best to square your top and backing.
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Press seams and trim extra threads (this prevents dark threads from showing through any light fabric). I will of course try to catch any strays as I go!
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Final Notes.
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If your top or backing are directional, please mark the top with a safety pin.
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Avoid sewing embellishments, such as buttons or sequins to the quilt until after it's been quilted.
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