Quilts by Big Wes – Longarm Services

November 13, 2024November 13, 2024

What is a Long Arm Quilting Machine, and How Can I Help You Finish Your Quilt?

If you’re into quilting, you’ve probably heard the term “long arm quilting machine” pop up in conversations, but what exactly is it, and why does it matter? In this post, I’ll explain what a long-arm quilting machine is and how my services can help you turn your unfinished quilt tops into beautiful, completed quilts you’ll love.

August 31, 2024August 31, 2024

Long Arm Quilting Services

What Are Long Arm Quilting Services?

Longarm quilting involves using a specialized machine with a much longer arm than your standard sewing machine. This extended reach allows me to effortlessly quilt larger patterns and more intricate designs, making it perfect for those oversized quilts that can be challenging at home.

August 9, 2024August 9, 2024

Quilting for a Cause: How I Use My Craft to Give Back

Quilts by Big Wes presents: Quilt of Valor

Quilting is more than just a craft for me – it’s a way to connect with people, tell stories, and, most importantly, give back to those who need it most. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to use my skills to create quilts that serve a purpose far beyond keeping someone warm. Two of the most meaningful ways I do this are through my work with Quilts of Valor and by creating memory quilts for those who have lost loved ones.

March 29, 2024June 24, 2024

Get Your Quilt Finished with My Custom Longarm Services

Completing your quilt requires a lot of manual labor. You need to baste your top, batting, and backing, and you need to quilt the “sandwich” together without any of the pieces shifting. If you have a sewing machine capable of free-motion sewing and if you know how to maintain proper stitch length to create intricate designs, you will still need to wrestle with a heavy quilt to finish it.

August 10, 2023June 19, 2024

Stars and Bars Longarm Quilting Project

I am happy that my client was so pleased with this custom longarm quilting job I did for the quilt top she created. A longarm quilting machine is a specialized piece of equipment used by quilters to create intricate and detailed quilting designs on large quilts. Traditional quilting involves stitching layers of fabric together to create a quilt, and a longarm machine is used to create the stitching patterns.