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July 19, 2022
Quilt patterns: Our top 10 most downloaded patterns
Are you looking for inspiration for your next quilt project? In this article, we are sharing our top 10 most downloaded quilt patterns from APQS dealers. We hope you find something that speaks to you!
July 12, 2022
Things to consider before purchasing longarm quilting rulers
Follow along with APQS Dealer and Educator Lauren Jackson of Bold Notion Quilting as she shares her tips about quilting with rulers. This is a great resource to make sure your tools are versatile and ready to grow with you!
July 5, 2022
Three Aspects of Color in longarm quilting - Part 1: Hue and Value
Learn about color hue and value in our first installment of our series about color and longarm quilting...
June 28, 2022
How to select marking tools for your quilt top
Follow along with APQS dealer and educator Lauren Jackson as she talks about the pros and cons of different types of marking tools.
June 21, 2022
Free quilt pattern: Luster Spectrum
Looking for some quilt-spiration? Check out this beautiful free Luster Spectrum quilting pattern by APQS dealer Julia Graves.
June 14, 2022
Video Tutorial: Hex border with rulers
Ruler work can be fun! Follow along with APQS Dealer and Educator Lauren Jackson as she shows us how to ripple a hexagon filler that...
June 7, 2022
Our favorite pantograph patterns
What's your favorite pantograph pattern? We asked APQS owners across the country and they were excited to answer. In fact, we got so many responses that we...
May 31, 2022
Video Tutorial: Directional tension issues
Follow along with APQS dealer and educator Lauren Jackson as she walks us through what directional tension is and how you can solve directional tension issues to take your quilting to the next level!
May 24, 2022
Free quilt pattern: Amour Quilt
Looking for some quilting inspiration? This free Amour Quilt pattern by Monique Jacobs of Open Gate Quilts is perfect for making a quilt's border stripes sing!
May 17, 2022
How to choose the perfect thread for your longarm quilting project
Follow along as APQS Dealer Julia Graves shows us how to choose the perfect thread for your longarm quilting project. She says it's all about the...