Free Motion Longarm Quilting Services
When you finish piecing your quilt top or project, what happens next? Is it added to a stack of unfinished things. My company can help you finish your quilt top or project. I provide quality longarm quilting services with competitive pricing. Free motion quilting is the style that allows me to custom quilt each project based on the size and design of your project. I enjoy taking your quilt from an unfinished top to a beautiful finished quilt.
Professional Longarm Quilting Costs
I charge by the square inch. My base starts at $0.018/sq. inch for stippling. This is an edge to edge design that looks like a puzzle piece. Other designs can be added to stippling such as a swirls, leaves, hearts, or stars for a slightly higher price.
Edge to Edge quilting can be any decorative free motion design that is done over the entire quilt top. This price is based on the density of the quilting.
Custom quilting prices can include block designs, echoing, applique’ design, feathers, vines, etc. My free motion work is customized specifically for your quilt. I do not do pantographs. I will call and discuss options and prices for your quilt with you before I begin quilting.
There is a minimum of $30.00 per quilt no matter the size.
Thread
I use high quality 100% cotton thread in both the top thread and bobbin. We will go over thread color when we talk. The cost of the thread is included in the price of the quilting.
Batting
I ask that all my customers provide their own batting. I do not work with any 100% polyester batting. The two battings that I recommend are Warm and Natural 100% cotton or Quilter’s Dream 100% cotton but I will accept any needle punched 80/20 batting or natural fiber batting. If you have questions about batting please email me at mmcovey@aol.com.Batting needs to be a minimum of 4″ larger on all sides than the quilt/project top. See the example listed under Backing.
Backing
Backing and batting should be a minimum of four inches larger on all sides than your quilt. Example – if your quilt is 50” x 50” then, your batting and backing should be at least 58” x 58”. Your backing should be neatly pressed, squared up with no uneven seams or edges. Please do not use sheets as backing. I also recommend not using batiks for backing since they are so tightly woven. If you need your backing pieced, squared up, or extra fabric added to make it large enough to quilt there will be an extra charge for that service.
Pressing
Please send your quilt top and backing pressed and squared up. If your quilt requires pressing before quilting or your backing needs to be squared up, there will be an extra charge.
Trimming
As a rule I do not trim your quilt. If for any reason it is necessary to do so, all extra batting and backing will be returned to you. Trimming service is available by request. This would include cutting the excess of the batting and backing within 1/4″ from the edge of the quilt or to the edge of the quilt front which ever you prefer. The trimming fee is $10.
Binding
Option one is full binding – the binding is prepared, machine sewn to the front of the quilt and hand stitched to the back. Option two is half binding – the binding is prepared and machine sewn to the front, then finished by you. Price quotes can be given and are charged by the linear inch. A sleeve can be added to your quilt for an extra fee. You would need to provide the extra fabric needed for these.
Priority Fees
My regular turn around time is eight to twelve weeks. But if you want your quilt backs soon as possible, I offer a priority quilting service. The turnaround time for priority service is ten business days. The fee for this service is $50.
Shipping
I receive and ship quilts via UPS. Please call, text, or e-mail me before shipping . I will text you to let you know the quilt/project has arrived. I will notify you when the quilt is complete and will ship when your payment is received in full.
Pickup and Delivery
I pick up projects at several local quilt shops in Tulsa/Broken Arrow/Bixby and at a location in Jenks. If you are dropping off at a pick up location be sure to place your name and phone number in the bag with your project top, batting and backing. Make sure your project and backing are neatly pressed and folded. You can leave your batting in the packaging
Everything is done in the order that it is received. I will gladly reserve your quilting time in advance. You can reserve a spot in line by sending me an email. Payment can be made by regular mail with a check or online using your credit/debit card through PayPal. Once your payment is received, your quilt/project will be delivered back to the place where it was picked up. You will receive a text to let you know it has been delivered. NOTE: I believe in providing quality workmanship at a fair price. If you have a question, comment(good or bad) or concern with your quilt/project please contact me immediately so that I may address any issue. After five days all sales are final.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. I will be happy to discuss your project with you. Contact mmcovey@aol.com
Photos
I have am a blogger. I am also on Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram. From time to time I like to post photos of works in progress or quilts that I have finished. I always give credit to the quilt maker when I post a photo. If you do not wish to have any photos of your quilt posted please let me know.