Summer Pantographs
Finishing up that summer quilt for all the picnics, parks, and parties you’ll be having? We’ve pulled out all our favorite pantos for the summer quilts in this post. Check it out, and then see even more in our ‘Summer’ panto category!
Almost Plaid Quilt Pattern
Almost Plaid is the newest quilt pattern release from Trace Creek Quilting. Simple and striking, it’s use of four main colors, fat quarters, or scraps make it a fun, easy make for whatever quilt needs you may have!
Trimming and Scraps
Once your quilt is quilted, you can choose the next steps. Our default is to trim your quilt and return any significant scraps. But we can also donate the scraps, or simply not trim your quilt. Read more here!
Scrappy QAL, Kindred Quilt Co
Who loves a scrappy quilt?? I do, I do!! Well, Kindred Quilt Co has you covered during her Scrappy QAL. Make any scrappy quilt you like with support, tips, tricks, and a longarming discount. Hope to see yours soon!
Quilt Prep: Turnarounds and Quilt Return
“What’s your turnaround time?” is one of the most common questions we get. In this post we answer that, address rush fees, and discuss what happens when it is time for you quilt to come home.
Fronds Quilt, Suzy Quilts
Spring is here and coming right with it is Suzy Quilts’ most recent release - Fronds! During her SAL she will show you just how easy and fun curves can be. 25% off longarming on any Fronds now through the end of June!
Time Capsule, Toad and Sew
How excited are you for Toad and Sew’s next pattern? If you are anything like me you are super pumped! We have lots of samples of pantos on this one and hope you’ll take advantage of the 25% off lonarming!
Quilt Prep: Backing 8” Bigger Than Top
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.
Flower Waltz, XOXSEW
TCQ is so happy to have a quilt from XOXSew in and out of the studio for your viewing delight! And if you make your own, we would be so happy to help with the longarm quilting of it! 25% off any that arrive by the end of May.
Hey Quilter, Giveaway and Discounts
Trace Creek Quilting is super pumped to be a part of the Spring 2024 Hey Quilter Event! We’ve partnered with 17 other killer brands to bring you some exclusive deals and giveaways! The event runs March 18-31st, sign up now!
Mirrored Diamonds, Leila Gardunia
Who loves FPP??? Then this beauty is your next favorite project! Leila Gardunia’s Mirrored Diamonds quilt is out now and we have 25% off longarming for any one that arrives by the end of May!
Quilt Prep: Square Backings
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!
Hester, Penelope Handmade
Meet the happiest, classiest quilt out right now - Hester!! Penelope Handmade is a ringer for fresh takes on traditional quilt blocks and this one is truly a favorite. I’d love to see one of yours - 25% off now through the end of April!
Batting Selection
We offer batting! Selecting batting is just one of the steps in the quilt prep process. Here we discuss our options and the most common questions we see in regards to batting.
Artemis, Alderwood Studio
We’ve got 25% off longarm quilting services on the Artemis quilt, the newest quilt pattern release from Amber of Alderwood Studios. Just get yours here to the studio anytime now through April 15th!
Checkers, Modern Handcraft
An exciting new partnership for you and me - Nicole from Modern Handcraft is now part of the TCQ Family! I was fortunate enough to quilt 3 of her Checkers Quilts and you get 25% off the longarming now through March!
Hello Winter, Sarah Made
Sarah Made has been a long time member of the TCQ family and in 2024 we get to break ALL the rules for those we love. To celebrate the arrival of Hello Winter, we have 25% off longarming on ANY Sarah Made quilt now - end of March!
New, Discounted, and Refreshed Pantos
The Trace Creek Quilting Pantograph Library has been updated with over 55 new pantographs! We’ve refreshed the Favorites and Discount sections as well. Everyone is sure to find the perfect panto for their next quilt!
Planetarium Quilt, Suzy Quilts
Suzy Quilts knows how to pull out all the stops and she’s not holding back for 2024! Planetarium is out in the world and between it’s release and SAL, TCQ is offering 25% off any that arrive now through the end of March.
New Year and New Order Form
We are excited to kick off 2024 with our improved order form! We’ve written individual blog posts to help with the elements of quilt prep and included hyper links in the order form so you can get there quick.