Publisher's Synopsis
Go from novice to successful longarm quilter with this complete guide to modern longarm quilting. Author Teresa Silva knows exactly what it's like to stand before a new longarm machine wondering where to begin. After years of longarm quilting for some of the biggest names in the quilt community, she's sharing her expertise and giving you the skills you need to longarm with confidence. Teresa covers every detail from thread selection and loading the quilt to planning a design, sewing textured stitches, and more!
In Longarm Quilting Workbook, you'll learn:
- Longarm machine basics, including essential features to look for when investing in your first machine
- The best tools, materials, and supplies to get the job done
- 20+ quilting motifs, from basic swirls and bubbles to more complex paisleys or clamshells
- How to visualize, plan, and execute multiple styles of quilts through an inspiring gallery of finished samples