That's SEW Neat Longarm Quilting.

How much backing / batting do I need to provide?

For backing, please add 4" to each side of the quilt.  Picture having a 4" picture frame around your quilt top.  For example, a quilt that is 60" x 84" will need backing that is at least 68" x 92".  You do not need to trim it exactly to 68" x 92" - it's a minimum.

For batting, please add 2" to all four sides.  For a quilt that is 60" x 84", please provide 64" x 88" as a minimum.  I also carry batting and will cut exactly what you need. 

Can I provide prepackaged batting?

Yes you can.  If it is prepackaged batting, I would kindly ask that you open it first and lay it out on a large surface (bed, floor) so it can relax.  Packaged batting that is rolled and packaged can get distorted and wrinkled.

Do I need to use wideback fabric or can I piece the backing together?

You can do either.  If you piece the backing, please use a ½” seam allowance and press the seam open.  Ideally the seam will run horizontally on your quilt. 

Do you provide binding as a service?

Binding is not a service I provide. 

What type of payment do you accept?

I accept either cash or e-transfer.  You do not need to provide a deposit when you bring me your quilt.  Payment is required before you pick up your quilt after longarming.

Do you charge HST?

No, I am not required to charge/collect HST.

Do you offer custom quilting?

No.  I only offer all over designs (edge-to-edge)

Do you pick the design for the quilting or do I do that?  How about thread?

I have over 500 designs that I use for all over quilting.  When you drop off your quilt, I will ask you if you have a sense of what type of design you are after (for example, feathers, circles, butterflies, masculine, etc).  I am happy to show you a few ideas on my computer in my home office when you drop off your quilt(s), or I can send you a few ideas via text or email after I have had a chance to look at your quilt more closely.  Some customers also let me choose the design completely.   There is a gallery of pictures on this website (and I will add more gradually).  Each picture includes the name of the quilting design. I have more designs available than what is reflected on my website.

I provide the thread for the quilting.  I use 100% polyester thread that is durable.  I have several colours.  I tend to pick colours that blend into your quilt so your quilt is the focal point, not the stitching.  Feel free to request a colour (for example, "please match the teal on the top") and I will do my best to accommodate your request.

Do you offer any types of discounts?

I love referrals and offer a 10% discount for each referral received.  (You would receive 10% off the quilting service for your next quilt, even if it's a large king size quilt.)

I also offer 10% off quilting services for quilts done for charity.

What is the largest quilt you can longarm?

I can quilt up to 116" wide and as long as you like.