Doodle Quilting Studio
Creative hand guided machine quilting

Frequently Asked Quilty Questions

Find all the answers to your quilting questions!

Frequently Asked Quilty Questions
& The Answers 

 

Q: What do I need to bring with me in order to have Doodle Quilting Studio (DQS) quilt my top?

A: You will need to bring your quilt top, batting & backing. Your quilt top must be squared and recently ironed. Your batting may be packaged or folded. Your backing needs to be squared and recently ironed.
If ironing needs to be done in order to get the top or backing loaded without wrinkles, you will be charge a Q.I (Quilters Inconvenience) fee of $15.00 - as that takes away from the time spent quilting!

I recommend at least 4 inches extra on all sides for your back!


Q: What type of batting should I bring/buy?

A: I am not particular about what kind of batting you bring/buy, as long as it is quality*. I am, of course, more than happy to give my recommendations! Conveniently enough, as my studio space is located next to a quilt shop - you can purchase batting during your consultation or you may purchase batting directly from me. It will be included on your invoice when you pick up your quilt! I tend to use Quilters Dream products, such as Dream Cotton, Wool or Bamboo (cotton, bamboo, silk & tencel).

*Examples of Quality battings: Quilters Dream Cotton, Warm & Natural, & Hobbs. (These ones are the higher quality battings, in my opinion)

Want some more advice on How to Choose the Right Batting? Check out a great article from Suzy Quilts on exactly that subject! 


Q: What about thread? Do I bring it? Will you provide it? Can I use it as a form of payment?

A: The price of thread is included in the quilting fee! If you have a thread you would like me to use, I am open to that as long as it is one proven to run well on my machines. (They are pretty tolerant so in most cases, this should not be an issue. I will be up front if I think there might be an issue.)

As much as I would LOVE to accept thread as a form of payment, certain monetarily-interested parties (the hubby) rather I do not!


Q: Speaking of thread, how many thread colors can I request be used on my top? What kind of thread will be used on my quilt?

A: I will gladly use as many thread colors as needed on your quilt (for custom work)t, however lots of thread changes does increase the price per square inch and may require mandatory coffee deliveries for the duration of the work on your quilt! All edge-to-edge work will be completed with one thread color!

As far the type of thread; I tend to work with Superior So Fine for the most part, but use Isacord, Glide, Aurifil and others. Thread options can be discussed. There are so many wonderful quilting threads!


Q: How long does it take for d.q.s to finish my quilt? What if I need it back quickly? 

A: Edge-to-edge work has a typical turn around of 2-3 weeks; we really aim for 2 weeks!

For Custom work it can vary from a month to a few months depending on how much work is in my queue. The goal at Doodle is to produce quality work, so if I believe it will take longer to work the quilty-magic on your top, I will most certainly let you know ahead of time!

*At this point I cannot accept Rush Jobs!

This is also subject to the projected start date. You may drop off to me earlier than your projected start date, however, all quilts are done in order, so the turn around time is calculated from start date, not in-take date.

 

Q: Where do I drop off/pick up my quilt? 

A: I now have a studio location next to Seams Like Home. You can park in the SLH parking lot but when you enter the front doors of the building, turn left instead of right! If I believe we need to discuss the quilting options (either for custom or edge-to-edge) I will ask that we schedule a consultation. We will set a time for pick up, where I will meet you to return your quilt and collect payment. You also have the option to pay via the emailed invoice. If you pay via the emailed invoice we can arrange for you to do a quick pick up from a secure box in our lobby.

My studio location address: 2153 E. 88th Ave Anchorage, AK 99507 - this is adjacent to the Carrs Grocery Store off Abbott!

Seams Like Home staff is not authorized to return quilts to you, unless arrangements have been made prior to our scheduled pick up. Please do not ask them to retrieve your quilt. For liability reasons I prefer to keep the number of people handing your quilt, and others' quilts to a minimum. If you cannot make our appointment, please just let me know - I understand life happens and am flexible to arrange another time!