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April 5, 2022
Advice for longarm quilting newbies
New to longarm quilting or just need some refreshers? We asked APQS owners across the country what their top pieces of advice to new longarm quilters are...
March 29, 2022
Quick Quilt Tops 2022: win our finished quilt
It's time to announce what quilting designs made the cut for our Quick Quilt Top Series! Click to see how the votes stacked up and learn how you can win the quilt.
March 22, 2022
Free quilt pattern: Tulip Wheels
Looking for inspiration for your next quilt? Download our FREE Tulip Wheels pattern that is perfect for spring time...
March 15, 2022
Quick Quilt Tops 2022: Help us pick a quilting design
It’s time for YOU to decide which quilting design will make the cut in our Quick Quilt Top series. Vote for your favorite!
March 7, 2022
Video Tutorial: Lead Pipe Design
Looking for some quilting inspiration? In this video tutorial, APQS educator Lauren Jackson shows us how to divide borders and stitch the Lead Pipe design with uniform spacing.
March 1, 2022
Quick Quilt Tops 2022: Help us pick a design layout
It’s time for YOU to help us figure out which quilting design below will make the cut in our Quick Quilt Top series. Vote for your favorite!
February 22, 2022
Free quilt pattern: Memories Tied with Love
Looking for some quilting inspiration? This free Memories Tied with Love quilt pattern from APQS Dealer JulieAnn Chavez is a creative way to use neckties in a quilt. Don't have ties? Substitute fabrics scraps or fat quarters!
February 15, 2022
Video tutorial: How to straighten quilt backing
Curious how you can get your backings to sit straighter on your longarm? Whether you're piecing your backing or throwing on a 108", APQS Dealer and Educator Lauren Jackson shows you how to square them up and lay them straight.
February 8, 2022
Video tutorial: Diamond Design
In this video tutorial, APQS Sales Representative and Educator Lauren Jackson shows you how to quilt the Diamond border design. This free motion with ruler work design can pop in different ways depending on how you fill it.
February 1, 2022
How to create a quick scrap collage charity quilt
Do you have extra scraps collecting dust in your quilting studio? Here's a quick, easy way to use up old scraps and do some good at the same time!