Quilt Top
• Do not pin or baste the quilt layers
• Borders should be flat
• Square the top
• Clip any loose threads from quilt top. The less bulk the less interference in the quilting
• Iron well and place on a hanger (If hand delivered)
Backing Fabric
• The backing and the batting must be at least 5 inches longer than the quilt top all the way around. The bigger the quilt the more backing and batting will be used when quilting. For a king size allow 7 inches extra on all sides of backing and batting. Please no bed sheets for backing.
• Cut off selvage from backing fabric. When piecing backing, press the seams open. A 1/4 inch seam is good. Selvage seams create bulk and may cause backing to pucker.
• Square the backing.
• Clip any loose threads from backing.
• Iron well and place on a hanger.
Any miscellaneous work such as repairing seams, squaring up backing, ironing, etc. will be charged at $15.00 /Hr. To avoid additional labor charges please deliver quilt in good condition. Of course I will let you know before I do any extra work.
The chart below may give you an idea on how to size your quilt.
Quilt Size Chart
| Bed | Mattress Measures** | Standard Quilt Widths (in Inches) |
Standard Quilt Lengths (in Inches) |
| Crib | 28″ X 52″ | 28″ – 36 “ | 46″ – 52″ |
| Twin | 39″ X 75 “ | 66″ – 68 “ | 86″ – 88 “ |
| Double | 60″ X 80 “ | 81″ – 84 “ | 86″ – 88 “ |
| Queen | 60″ X 80 “ | 86″ – 88 “ | 96″ – 100 “ |
| King (Standard/Eastern) | 76-78″ X 80 “ | 102″ | 86″ – 88 “ |
| California King | 72″ X 84 “ | 107″ – 110 “ | 96″ – 98 “ |
Please Note: Mattress depths may vary widely by manufacturer. Measure the depth of your mattress. Standard and older mattresses average 9-12″, while newer pillow-top mattresses are 14-16″ deep and up. These deeper mattresses will require additional quilt depth so that it covers the mattress completely.