‘Can I send a sheet as my backing to TCQ?’ While the initial answer is short and may surprise you, we take some time discussing some of the nuances around this issue so you feel confident the next time you consider a sheet for backing.

Longarmers all ask for your backing to be bigger, usually 3-4” on all four sides, than your quilt top. Why? Trace Creek Quilting explains the purpose of this extra fabric, and whether or not you can expect the extra to be returned.

A square backing is the very first step in setting us up for success during the longarming process. But what IS a square backing, and just as importantly, what ISN’T a square backing? We cover it all right here!

Selecting batting is just one of the steps in the quilt prep process. Here we discuss the options provided by TCQ, how to get your own selection to TCQ, and the most common questions we see in regards to batting.