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Preparation Instructions
Longarm
Quilting Prep: A Step-by-Step Guide
Preparing Your Quilt for Longarm Quilting
To give you the best results, your quilt top, backing, and
batting need to be prepared before I can load them onto the longarm quilting
frame. Please use this checklist to make sure your quilt is “longarm ready.”
Quilt Top Prep
✅ Clip Threads – Remove
all loose threads that poke through the quilt top.
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Remove Lint – Use a lint brush or tape roller to remove pet hair, lint,
and stray threads.
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Press Flat – Iron your quilt top so it lays smooth and flat. Pressing
(not stretching) will keep the quilt in its proper shape. You may use spray
starch, steam, or a light mist of water. A flat quilt ensures the best quilting
results.
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Inspect the Back – Turn your quilt top over and check the back. Clip
excess threads and press seams flat. This helps avoid shadows, bumps, or thread
build-up during quilting.
Backing Fabric Prep
✅ Your backing fabric must be at
least 4 inches larger than the quilt top on all four sides.
This extra fabric is necessary to load the quilt onto the quilting frame and to
keep everything square and secure during quilting.
Batting Prep
✅ You may bring your own batting
(please avoid 100% polyester).
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I also carry wide-width batting. Please ask me what is currently available if
you’d like to purchase from me.
✨ Following this prep guide
ensures your quilt can be quilted smoothly, securely, and beautifully.
Every quilt deserves to be finished — let me help you
finish your quilting projects.
Quilt it Done with Debbie!
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