Commonly Asked Rental Questions

What if I can’t make my reserved rental time?

We realize things come up that interfere with plans. We ask for at least 24 hours’ notice if you must cancel your reservation. Be sure to call and reschedule your rental time so you can get your quilt done!

What if I can’t finish in one session?

Even if you need to remove your quilt before you’re done quilting, when you re-load it everything will still be aligned so you can start again. How far you get with your quilt will depend on how fast and how heavily you quilt. Once you’re more experienced, you’ll be able to quilt a full or queen-size quilt with an all-over pantograph or freehand design in about 4 hours or so.

If no one is scheduled after your session is over and there is available time, you may be able to extend your session (additional charges will apply.)

How much time should I budget to complete my quilt?

While the density of your quilting and your experience level will affect these estimates, if you quilt a large, open design such as meandering these are the suggested completion estimates:

  • Baby Quilt or Lap Quilt – 2 hours

  • Twin Size Quilt – 3 hours

  • Full Size Quilt – 4 hours

  • Queen Size Quilt – 5 hours

  • King Size Quilt – 7 hours

How do I get my quilt ready for quilting?

Backing and batting should be at least 4 inches larger than the quilt top on all 4 sides. (Ex: 50” x 50”quilt top, needs 58'“ x 58” backing and batting.)

  • The top and bottom edges of your backing should be straight and parallel to each other

  • Press the top and backing fabric

  • Trim loose threads

  • If piecing your backing, remove selvedges first. Try to make a horizontal seam for easier loading if possible

  • Do not baste your quilt layers together for longarm quilting

How do I load my quilt on the machine?

We have found that using pins to attach your quilt sandwich is the simplest method. We’ll provide detailed instructions in your Certification Class that show you how to attach your quilt to the frame.

We also offer a special Valet Service for customers who want to simply show up and quilt! Drop your quilt off at least two days before your rental time, and for $25 we’ll have your quilt loaded, your thread of choice in place, and bobbins in the machine ready for you when you arrive.