Is Your Ruler Leaving Black Marks?

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Just because you’re used to holding a ruler a certain way doesn’t mean you can’t revise and adjust—especially if you’re dealing with strain. Small tweaks can make a big difference, and don’t forget to take regular breaks.

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Who knew a drum could become a dreamy side table? Jelly roll strips, batik fabric, a resin pour, and a STUNNING dragon eye by my friend Carien—this piece is pure magic! What d’ya think?
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Sometimes, fewer reference lines are better! When I need precise ½-inch points for perpendicular lines, a long straight edge with just one reference line keeps things simple.
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Struggling to mark your quilting lines on dark fabric? A white marker from Clover makes it easy to see your guidelines, and it disappears with ironing! Do you have a favorite way to mark dark fabrics? Let us know in the comments!
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Tired of fabric bunching up while basting your quilt? Try this quick trick—let your fingers do a little scratch behind the foot as you baste. No more unwanted gatherings! Remember, the only gatherings we allow are with fellow quilters! 🧵✨ #QuiltingTips #NoFabricGathering #QuiltersOfInstagram

🎨 Let’s Dye Fabric! 🖌️ I hand-dye my quilt backings using hot water dye for rich, vibrant colors. Soak in soda ash, mix dye with boiling water, and let it sit overnight. Rinse, dry, and quilt! Would you try it?
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Save this tip! ✨ RulerWork = Precision & Smooth Curves ❤️ but also Hand Cramps & Shifting 😩.

🚨 NEVER use a Quilting Ruler on your Longarm without a Ruler Base Plate! 🚨

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No longarm machine is immune—oil your hook mechanism every time you change the bobbin! 🧵

👉 After oiling, run the machine without thread, then test on scrap fabric to avoid oil transfer.

Protect your investment and keep your quilting smooth! 🛠️

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Longarm tip: Keep a light grip on your handles to avoid tennis elbow! 💡 Brace your arm against your rib cage, sway with the machine, and think of it as an extension of your arm—not a beast to control. Quilt smarter, not harder!

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Controlling a longarm is a wild ride!

Practice makes progress—not perfection. Every project is just prep for the next. Celebrate your wobbly stitches—they make your quilts yours! 🧵

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🎧 Quilting is noisy! My longarm runs at 90-110 decibels—well above the safe limit of 85. I use noise-canceling headphones to protect my hearing while still catching machine sounds. Bonus: audiobooks make quilting even better! 🧵✂️

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Quilting a panel: where thread-changing is an extreme sport. 🧵 Who else earns a gold medal in patience? 🏅

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Keep your quilting space tidy with this handy thread bucket! 🧵 Lightweight, portable, and perfect for catching stray threads.

DIY tutorial on my blog and YouTube (link in bio). Would you make one? 💬

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Finally tried my sway rulers from Natalia Bonner, and they’re a game-changer! 💙 Straight edge + circle on one ruler = less tool swapping and more quilting joy. What’s a tool you wish you’d tried sooner?

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