Preparing your quilt for Machine Quilting:

1.  Measure your quilt top along one edge and again across the opposite edge (width).  These two measurements should be the same.  If there is more than one inch difference, the quilting will accentuate this and could cause pointed corners and wavy edges or excessive puckering.

To repair the uneven edges, remove the borders, cut them to the same length as the center measurement, pin to quilt and re-sew.  Measure the two remaining edges (length) and follow the same procedure as above.

2.  Backing fabric:  wash backing fabric; remove all selvage edges; seam if necessary, and iron.  Ensure that edges are straight and even all around and that the back and batting are at least 4-6 inches wider and longer than the quilt top.

 3.  Trim:  On your quilt top, trim excess seams, points, etc.  Clip any threads that come through the seams to the front of the top.  Also clip any inside threads that may show through the quilt top or lining after being quilted.

 4.  Binding:  If you would like me to sew the binding, please include one yard of fabric.  I will trim the edges and sew a double edge strip to the quilt--you will sew the binding on to the quilt back.  There is an additional $15.00 to sew on the binding.