There are few comercial Longarm Quilters available. This is primarily due to the cost to purchase a Longarm Quilting machine. Longarm machines cost anywhere from 30,000 to $58,000 dollars depending on if the machine is hand head or both hand held and computerized. Another reason there are few Longarm Quilters is the limited space to […]
Category: Longarm Stitching Services
Does Lady VanWinkle’s Provide a Binding Service?
So, you love to quilt but you don’t like the binding process? That’s great! We would love to bind your quilt for you. One way to add value to you quilt is the heirloom binding stitch. Lady VanWinkle’s provides a beautiful finished binding stitch and she is ready to help you finish your quilt. See […]
Are You Looking For A Longarm Quilter?
Are you looking for a Longarm Quilter? Look no further! Lady VanWinkle’s has many beautiful quilt patterns to choose from and the pricing is very reasonable. Visit Lady VanWinkle’s website and Click on the Services and Pricing page. And, while you are there, Click on the Testimonials page and see what people are saying. If […]
Should I Include Borders On My Quilt?
I recommend adding borders to quilts for a few reasons. Borders add a nice touch to a quilt. It is like putting a frame around a picture; it adds dimension and gives the quilt a finished look. I like using a one and a half inch to two inch wide border that contrasts the colors […]
About Lady VanWinkle’s
Lady VanWinkle’s provides a Longarm quilting service to quilters who want to enhance their hand crafted projects with high quality edge to edge stitches. The owner, Diana Reedy VanWinkle, is passionate about working with you to choose the best pattern and thread color for your quilt. She provides a smoke free environment so your quilt […]
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Best Thread and Needle Sizes For Machine Quilting?
When selecting the best thread and needle size for your project it’s best to consult your machine’s manual first. If you do not have a manual, check YouTube. YouTube has many sewing machine manuals for the vast brands and models. Today, I will be referring to only needles and threads used for Piecework Quilting and […]
Are Quilts Valuable?
QUILTS ARE VALUABLE… As a general guide, a queen-size quilt will sell anywhere from $650 to $3,000. A baby-quilt or lap-quilt will sell anywhere from $175 to $550. There are Art-Quilts that sell for $7,000 plus. Good quality handcrafted quilts are heirlooms and are handed down for generations. Quilts make wonderful gifts for weddings, birth of a child […]
What Is Minky Material?
Minky fabric is an ultra soft luxurious microfiber. Minky is mostly used to make baby blankets. However, the popularity of Minky is growing. Many quilters are using minky fabric for the backing on the lap quilts. Minky comes in several brilliant colors and textures. many colors and textures. About Lady VanWinkle’s Are you looking to […]
What Is Batik Material?
Batik is a centuries old tradition for dyeing material. Batik is the art of wax-resistant dye on fabrics to create beautiful and colorful designs. The wax is made-up of the mixture of Beeswax, paraffin and resin. The wax is then applied using a stamp or a Tjanting tool (wax stylist). The Tjanting tool is made […]