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#MachineQuilting: Precision stitching, vibrant fabrics, intricate designs. Fast finishes, modern aesthetic, professional results. Quilting on machines! Explore techniques, tips, and creative inspiration for beautiful quilts.
"How do you avoid a buildup of knots when you have to start and stop so much (without tying off and burying threads)?" Listen, you can call me a lazy quilter, but I don’t bury my threads. 🙈 Instead, I credit smooth starts and stops to using awesome thread—SoFine! and SuperBobs are my go-to! 💕 I also try to stop and start as little as possible, and yes, I totally travel over previous stitch lines. Do I break all the quilt police rules? Probably. But when the thread blends so beautifully, no one will ever know! 😆 Want to see exactly how I do it? I share my full process + everything I wish I knew when I started quilting in my Beginner’s Guide to Free-Motion Quilting! 🎉 Drop a 'beginner' in the comments, and I’ll send you the link! 👇✨ Beginner's Guide to Free-Motion Quilting – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #freemotionquilting #quiltingtips #longarmquilting #quiltinglife #quiltingfun #quiltersofinstagram #fmq #modernquilting #quiltingclass #quiltinglove #machinequilting #quiltingcommunity #sofine #superbobs #quilttips #quiltpolice #quiltingproblems #lazyquilter
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"How do you avoid a buildup of knots when you have to start and stop so much (without tying off and burying threads)?" Listen, you can call me a lazy quilter, but I don’t bury my threads. 🙈 Instead, I credit smooth starts and stops to using awesome thread—SoFine! and SuperBobs are my go-to! 💕 I also try to stop and start as little as possible, and yes, I totally travel over previous stitch lines. Do I break all the quilt police rules? Probably. But when the thread blends so beautifully, no one will ever know! 😆 Want to see exactly how I do it? I share my full process + everything I wish I knew when I started quilting in my Beginner’s Guide to Free-Motion Quilting! 🎉 Drop a 'beginner' in the comments, and I’ll send you the link! 👇✨ Beginner's Guide to Free-Motion Quilting – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #freemotionquilting #quiltingtips #longarmquilting #quiltinglife #quiltingfun #quiltersofinstagram #fmq #modernquilting #quiltingclass #quiltinglove #machinequilting #quiltingcommunity #sofine #superbobs #quilttips #quiltpolice #quiltingproblems #lazyquilter
Why does your quilt look so stiff on the machine? It’s like it’s on a board! Great observation! But looks can definitely be deceiving. While you do want your quilt to have some give or play when loaded onto a longarm, what you're seeing in my videos is actually my ruler base at work. I use a ruler base on my machine because I do ruler quilting on about 99% of my quilts. This base creates a large, flat working surface under the quilt, which helps with control and precision while quilting. Since I use it all the time, I just leave it on my machine—it’s an essential part of my ruler quilting process! Have another machine quilting question? Drop it below, and I’ll create another video! 🎥✨ www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #LongarmQuilting #RulerQuilting #QuiltingTips #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltBetter
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Why does your quilt look so stiff on the machine? It’s like it’s on a board! Great observation! But looks can definitely be deceiving. While you do want your quilt to have some give or play when loaded onto a longarm, what you're seeing in my videos is actually my ruler base at work. I use a ruler base on my machine because I do ruler quilting on about 99% of my quilts. This base creates a large, flat working surface under the quilt, which helps with control and precision while quilting. Since I use it all the time, I just leave it on my machine—it’s an essential part of my ruler quilting process! Have another machine quilting question? Drop it below, and I’ll create another video! 🎥✨ www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #LongarmQuilting #RulerQuilting #QuiltingTips #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltBetter
"Are the rulers thicker for this kind of quilting?" Such a great (and super important) question! And honestly… this might be one of the only times I actually agree with the quilt police! 🚨 Yes, machine quilting rulers are thicker than rotary cutting rulers, and for good reason. The markings on my machine quilting rulers are also different because they’re based on needle position, not cutting measurements. Trust me, I’ve been curious before and tried using a regular rotary cutting ruler for quilting… and let’s just say it did not end well. I broke my ruler and messed up the timing on my machine. So, from one quilter to another—use the right rulers and a proper ruler foot when quilting with rulers! Looking for ruler quilting inspiration? Check out one of my free ruler quilting classes and start quilting with confidence! 🔗 Join now— Free Machine Quilting Class by Natalia Bonner – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #RulerQuilting #QuiltingTips #MachineQuilting #QuiltLikeAPro #FreeMotionQuilting
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"Are the rulers thicker for this kind of quilting?" Such a great (and super important) question! And honestly… this might be one of the only times I actually agree with the quilt police! 🚨 Yes, machine quilting rulers are thicker than rotary cutting rulers, and for good reason. The markings on my machine quilting rulers are also different because they’re based on needle position, not cutting measurements. Trust me, I’ve been curious before and tried using a regular rotary cutting ruler for quilting… and let’s just say it did not end well. I broke my ruler and messed up the timing on my machine. So, from one quilter to another—use the right rulers and a proper ruler foot when quilting with rulers! Looking for ruler quilting inspiration? Check out one of my free ruler quilting classes and start quilting with confidence! 🔗 Join now— Free Machine Quilting Class by Natalia Bonner – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #RulerQuilting #QuiltingTips #MachineQuilting #QuiltLikeAPro #FreeMotionQuilting
Do you ever wish you went with the 26" or 30" model, or is the 22" more than enough? Such a great question! And hopefully, my answer makes a little sense. When buying a longarm machine, I think the most important thing is understanding your purpose—why you’re buying it. 18 years ago, when I bought my first longarm, my decision was based on space, budget, and purpose. At 25 years old, pregnant, and buying my first longarm, I thought it would be a hobby, maybe even something I could do from home to earn a little extra money. I quilted on that 18" machine for over a decade—it’s what I could afford, and I didn’t know how big I really needed. But guess what? I wrote my first book and quilted thousands of customer quilts on that machine! Fast forward five years ago—I finally upgraded. At that point, I knew exactly what I wanted, and after testing different sizes, I chose the 22" model. Why? Because I do so much hand-guided quilting, and this size is perfect for me. It’s not too heavy, I can comfortably reach the entire throat space, and most of the time, I can fit an entire quilt block in one pass. Would I change it now? Nope! But that doesn’t mean it’s the right size for everyone. If your quilting goals are different, a larger or smaller machine might be perfect for you! Have another machine quilting question? Drop it below—I’d love to create another video! 🎥✨ www.piecenquilt.com #LongarmQuilting #QuiltingTips #MachineQuilting #QuilterLife #HandGuidedQuilting #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltBetter
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Do you ever wish you went with the 26" or 30" model, or is the 22" more than enough? Such a great question! And hopefully, my answer makes a little sense. When buying a longarm machine, I think the most important thing is understanding your purpose—why you’re buying it. 18 years ago, when I bought my first longarm, my decision was based on space, budget, and purpose. At 25 years old, pregnant, and buying my first longarm, I thought it would be a hobby, maybe even something I could do from home to earn a little extra money. I quilted on that 18" machine for over a decade—it’s what I could afford, and I didn’t know how big I really needed. But guess what? I wrote my first book and quilted thousands of customer quilts on that machine! Fast forward five years ago—I finally upgraded. At that point, I knew exactly what I wanted, and after testing different sizes, I chose the 22" model. Why? Because I do so much hand-guided quilting, and this size is perfect for me. It’s not too heavy, I can comfortably reach the entire throat space, and most of the time, I can fit an entire quilt block in one pass. Would I change it now? Nope! But that doesn’t mean it’s the right size for everyone. If your quilting goals are different, a larger or smaller machine might be perfect for you! Have another machine quilting question? Drop it below—I’d love to create another video! 🎥✨ www.piecenquilt.com #LongarmQuilting #QuiltingTips #MachineQuilting #QuilterLife #HandGuidedQuilting #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltBetter
How did you decide to quilt full-time, and when did you know the timing was right? This is such a great question! Honestly, I never planned on quilting full-time. One day, I’ll write a book and share all the stories the world has never heard, but for now, here’s the short version... When I bought my first longarm machine, I thought it would be just a hobby—maybe something that could bring in a little extra money. I never imagined I could build a career in the quilting industry, and I definitely never thought I was smart enough to write a book. But life happened, and the last 18 years have been a journey beyond anything I could have dreamed. There was a point where machine quilting had to become my full-time job, and I’m forever grateful that this world exists. We all start somewhere, and the sky really is the limit! If you have a dream, go chase it! ✨ Need some machine quilting inspiration? Check out one of my free machine quilting classes today! Free Machine Quilting Class by Natalia Bonner – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #QuiltingLife #DreamBig #QuiltingCareer #LongarmQuilting #QuiltYourPassion #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity
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How did you decide to quilt full-time, and when did you know the timing was right? This is such a great question! Honestly, I never planned on quilting full-time. One day, I’ll write a book and share all the stories the world has never heard, but for now, here’s the short version... When I bought my first longarm machine, I thought it would be just a hobby—maybe something that could bring in a little extra money. I never imagined I could build a career in the quilting industry, and I definitely never thought I was smart enough to write a book. But life happened, and the last 18 years have been a journey beyond anything I could have dreamed. There was a point where machine quilting had to become my full-time job, and I’m forever grateful that this world exists. We all start somewhere, and the sky really is the limit! If you have a dream, go chase it! ✨ Need some machine quilting inspiration? Check out one of my free machine quilting classes today! Free Machine Quilting Class by Natalia Bonner – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #QuiltingLife #DreamBig #QuiltingCareer #LongarmQuilting #QuiltYourPassion #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity
Drop a 'blend' in the comments if you love quilting without extra stops! 👇 "Do you cut the bobbin thread at the end of every line of quilting?" No, not necessarily! I love using SoFine! and SuperBob bobbins—they’re super fine and blend beautifully—so I always try to quilt as much as possible without stopping and cutting my threads. Less stopping = smoother quilting! 🧵✨ This quilt I’m working on is actually the sample from one of my favorite classes, Visual Guide to Machine Quilting Quilt Blocks! Speaking of quilting classes… have you checked out PNQ UNLIMITED yet? 🤩 When you enroll, you get instant, on-demand access to all 160+ PNQ Academy videos + all 30 of my machine quilting classes—it’s actually a steal of a deal! PNQ UNLIMITED WITH NATALIA BONNER www.piecenquilt.com #longarmquilting #machinequilting #quiltingtips #freemotionquilting #quiltersofinstagram #quiltingfun #customquilting #quiltinglove #fmq #modernquilting #quiltingcommunity #pnqacademy #pnqunlimited #learntoquilt #quiltlikeapro
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Drop a 'blend' in the comments if you love quilting without extra stops! 👇 "Do you cut the bobbin thread at the end of every line of quilting?" No, not necessarily! I love using SoFine! and SuperBob bobbins—they’re super fine and blend beautifully—so I always try to quilt as much as possible without stopping and cutting my threads. Less stopping = smoother quilting! 🧵✨ This quilt I’m working on is actually the sample from one of my favorite classes, Visual Guide to Machine Quilting Quilt Blocks! Speaking of quilting classes… have you checked out PNQ UNLIMITED yet? 🤩 When you enroll, you get instant, on-demand access to all 160+ PNQ Academy videos + all 30 of my machine quilting classes—it’s actually a steal of a deal! PNQ UNLIMITED WITH NATALIA BONNER www.piecenquilt.com #longarmquilting #machinequilting #quiltingtips #freemotionquilting #quiltersofinstagram #quiltingfun #customquilting #quiltinglove #fmq #modernquilting #quiltingcommunity #pnqacademy #pnqunlimited #learntoquilt #quiltlikeapro
"Do you not like 100% cotton batting, and if so, why not? And is it still true of the thread you use to quilt as well?" Great questions—and I think my answers might get the quilt police all excited! 😆 First off, I don’t believe in quilting rules! I do almost all of my quilting using So Fine! thread, which is a polyester thread, and I use it on all types of fabric—polyester, cotton—you name it! And personally, I’ve had great success. When it comes to batting, it’s all personal preference. I love a crisper look, and 100% cotton batting tends to give that antique crinkle look after washing. If that’s the look you love—then go for it! The only way you’ll know what works best for you is to try everything! ✨ Looking for a place to start? With PNQ Unlimited, you get access to my biggest and best collection of machine quilting tutorials—so you can explore different techniques and products while building your quilting confidence! Join the fun today! 🧵💖 PNQ UNLIMITED WITH NATALIA BONNER www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #LongarmQuilting #QuiltingTips #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltersOfInstagram #QuiltAddict #QuiltingIsMyTherapy #QuiltingForBeginners #PNQUnlimited #PieceNQuilt #QuiltBatting #ThreadMatters #QuiltingFreedom #NoQuiltingRules
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"Do you not like 100% cotton batting, and if so, why not? And is it still true of the thread you use to quilt as well?" Great questions—and I think my answers might get the quilt police all excited! 😆 First off, I don’t believe in quilting rules! I do almost all of my quilting using So Fine! thread, which is a polyester thread, and I use it on all types of fabric—polyester, cotton—you name it! And personally, I’ve had great success. When it comes to batting, it’s all personal preference. I love a crisper look, and 100% cotton batting tends to give that antique crinkle look after washing. If that’s the look you love—then go for it! The only way you’ll know what works best for you is to try everything! ✨ Looking for a place to start? With PNQ Unlimited, you get access to my biggest and best collection of machine quilting tutorials—so you can explore different techniques and products while building your quilting confidence! Join the fun today! 🧵💖 PNQ UNLIMITED WITH NATALIA BONNER www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #LongarmQuilting #QuiltingTips #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltersOfInstagram #QuiltAddict #QuiltingIsMyTherapy #QuiltingForBeginners #PNQUnlimited #PieceNQuilt #QuiltBatting #ThreadMatters #QuiltingFreedom #NoQuiltingRules
What is your preferred batting? 🤔 I love Quilter’s Dream Battings, and my favorite is Poly Deluxe—the density and texture it creates are just amazing! Wool is a close second because it’s so soft but still gives that beautiful texture, and the Blend comes in third for that more relaxed look. But honestly, I would have never known what I loved if I hadn’t tried them all! If you’re looking for something to practice on, check out my free machine quilting classes—it’s the perfect way to experiment and find what works best for you! Free Machine Quilting Class by Natalia Bonner – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #QuiltersDreamBatting #LongarmQuilting #FreeMotionQuilting #QuiltingTips #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltAddict #QuiltingLife #PieceNQuilt
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What is your preferred batting? 🤔 I love Quilter’s Dream Battings, and my favorite is Poly Deluxe—the density and texture it creates are just amazing! Wool is a close second because it’s so soft but still gives that beautiful texture, and the Blend comes in third for that more relaxed look. But honestly, I would have never known what I loved if I hadn’t tried them all! If you’re looking for something to practice on, check out my free machine quilting classes—it’s the perfect way to experiment and find what works best for you! Free Machine Quilting Class by Natalia Bonner – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #QuiltersDreamBatting #LongarmQuilting #FreeMotionQuilting #QuiltingTips #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltAddict #QuiltingLife #PieceNQuilt
"Sometimes your quilting seems quite dense. Does this make for a stiff quilt?" I love heavy quilting—it makes me happy! 🥰 But I totally get that it’s not for everyone, and that’s okay! Yes, heavy quilting can make a quilt a little stiffer, but in my experience, batting plays a much bigger role in how stiff a quilt feels. For example, if I use wool batting and quilt it really densely, once it’s washed, it usually ends up super soft and drapey! Inside PNQ Academy, I share the real process of custom machine quilting incredible quilts—some with heavy quilting, some with lighter quilting—because there’s a time and place for all styles! Want to see how it all comes together? Join me in the PNQ Academy! 🧵✨ Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #LongarmQuilting #QuiltingTips #QuiltersOfInstagram #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltingLife #QuiltBatting #QuiltingIsMyTherapy #CustomQuilting #PNQAcademy #HeavyQuilting #QuiltAddict #PieceNQuilt
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"Sometimes your quilting seems quite dense. Does this make for a stiff quilt?" I love heavy quilting—it makes me happy! 🥰 But I totally get that it’s not for everyone, and that’s okay! Yes, heavy quilting can make a quilt a little stiffer, but in my experience, batting plays a much bigger role in how stiff a quilt feels. For example, if I use wool batting and quilt it really densely, once it’s washed, it usually ends up super soft and drapey! Inside PNQ Academy, I share the real process of custom machine quilting incredible quilts—some with heavy quilting, some with lighter quilting—because there’s a time and place for all styles! Want to see how it all comes together? Join me in the PNQ Academy! 🧵✨ Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #LongarmQuilting #QuiltingTips #QuiltersOfInstagram #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltingLife #QuiltBatting #QuiltingIsMyTherapy #CustomQuilting #PNQAcademy #HeavyQuilting #QuiltAddict #PieceNQuilt
When marking your quilts, do you mark where your ruler edge is going to be or where you want your stitches? Great question! I actually do a bit of both—it really depends on the quilt and what I’m quilting. For some quilts, I’ll just mark simple reference points to guide my stitching, while for others, I’ll mark out the entire design in detail. It’s all about what works best for each project! In PNQ Academy, I share real quilting scenarios just like this. When you enroll, you’ll gain access to over 160 machine quilting videos, with two new ones added every month. It’s like hanging out with me in the studio as I walk you through my actual quilting process—marking, planning, and stitching in real time. Want to see how I approach marking for different quilts? Join PNQ Academy today! ✨ Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #LongarmQuilting #QuiltMarking #QuiltingEducation #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity #PNQAcademy
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When marking your quilts, do you mark where your ruler edge is going to be or where you want your stitches? Great question! I actually do a bit of both—it really depends on the quilt and what I’m quilting. For some quilts, I’ll just mark simple reference points to guide my stitching, while for others, I’ll mark out the entire design in detail. It’s all about what works best for each project! In PNQ Academy, I share real quilting scenarios just like this. When you enroll, you’ll gain access to over 160 machine quilting videos, with two new ones added every month. It’s like hanging out with me in the studio as I walk you through my actual quilting process—marking, planning, and stitching in real time. Want to see how I approach marking for different quilts? Join PNQ Academy today! ✨ Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #LongarmQuilting #QuiltMarking #QuiltingEducation #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity #PNQAcademy
there are no rules 💫 a long arm machine probably does this better however you can create some fun patterns with a free motion foot! #sewing #freemotionquilting #modernquilting #sewingtiktok #sewingtutorial #quilting #longarmquilting #machinequilting #fyp #foryou #hobbies
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there are no rules 💫 a long arm machine probably does this better however you can create some fun patterns with a free motion foot! #sewing #freemotionquilting #modernquilting #sewingtiktok #sewingtutorial #quilting #longarmquilting #machinequilting #fyp #foryou #hobbies
What is the purpose of spraying the quilt? What are you spraying? Great question! When I'm machine quilting, I sometimes do a bit of marking on my quilts. To remove those markings, I love using our Piece N Quilt Misting Spray Bottles filled with a mix of 1 cup filtered water + 1 teaspoon baking soda. And I know someone’s going to ask—why baking soda? Honestly, I’m not a scientist, but it has something to do with pH or some fancy science thing… all I know is—it works! 🤷‍♀️✨ Oh, and this adorable quilt I’m misting? It’s actually my 9 Patchalong 5.0 class sample! Did you know I host a free quilting class every September? In this one, I taught how to quilt 9 Patch blocks using the Sway 3, 4, and 5 rulers! And the best part? You can still join anytime! 🎉 So if you're ready to have some fun and level up your quilting, check it out—it’s free! 🧵💖 Free Machine Quilting Class by Natalia Bonner – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #LongarmQuilting #FreeMotionQuilting #QuiltingTips #QuiltersOfInstagram #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltClass #QuiltAlong #QuiltingLife #QuiltingIsMyTherapy #9Patchalong #PieceNQuilt #QuiltAddict #QuiltingFun #HandmadeQuilt #QuiltingForBeginners #RulerQuilting #QuiltDesign #StitchingFun #MistingSpray #QuiltedWithLove
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What is the purpose of spraying the quilt? What are you spraying? Great question! When I'm machine quilting, I sometimes do a bit of marking on my quilts. To remove those markings, I love using our Piece N Quilt Misting Spray Bottles filled with a mix of 1 cup filtered water + 1 teaspoon baking soda. And I know someone’s going to ask—why baking soda? Honestly, I’m not a scientist, but it has something to do with pH or some fancy science thing… all I know is—it works! 🤷‍♀️✨ Oh, and this adorable quilt I’m misting? It’s actually my 9 Patchalong 5.0 class sample! Did you know I host a free quilting class every September? In this one, I taught how to quilt 9 Patch blocks using the Sway 3, 4, and 5 rulers! And the best part? You can still join anytime! 🎉 So if you're ready to have some fun and level up your quilting, check it out—it’s free! 🧵💖 Free Machine Quilting Class by Natalia Bonner – Piece N Quilt www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #LongarmQuilting #FreeMotionQuilting #QuiltingTips #QuiltersOfInstagram #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltClass #QuiltAlong #QuiltingLife #QuiltingIsMyTherapy #9Patchalong #PieceNQuilt #QuiltAddict #QuiltingFun #HandmadeQuilt #QuiltingForBeginners #RulerQuilting #QuiltDesign #StitchingFun #MistingSpray #QuiltedWithLove
Do you double batt a quilt that's going to be hung on a wall? Great question! In all my years of machine quilting, I’ve probably used double batting less than 10 times—and that might even be an exaggeration! But I do have a couple of my own quilts where I’ve doubled the batting—one for show and one just for fun, to create insane texture. If you’re looking for awesome texture and that faux trapunto effect, then yes, go for a double batt! When I do use it, I like to layer a denser batting like Poly Deluxe on the bottom and a loftier batting like Quilter’s Dream Wool on top. This combo really pushes the texture to the surface and gives the quilting amazing definition. Looking for more inspiration on real quilts? Check out PNQ Academy, where I share my real process of custom machine quilting in over 160 videos—showing exactly how I bring texture and design to life! Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #QuiltTexture #DoubleBatting #QuiltingTips #TrapuntoEffect #CustomQuilting #PNQAcademy
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Do you double batt a quilt that's going to be hung on a wall? Great question! In all my years of machine quilting, I’ve probably used double batting less than 10 times—and that might even be an exaggeration! But I do have a couple of my own quilts where I’ve doubled the batting—one for show and one just for fun, to create insane texture. If you’re looking for awesome texture and that faux trapunto effect, then yes, go for a double batt! When I do use it, I like to layer a denser batting like Poly Deluxe on the bottom and a loftier batting like Quilter’s Dream Wool on top. This combo really pushes the texture to the surface and gives the quilting amazing definition. Looking for more inspiration on real quilts? Check out PNQ Academy, where I share my real process of custom machine quilting in over 160 videos—showing exactly how I bring texture and design to life! Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #QuiltTexture #DoubleBatting #QuiltingTips #TrapuntoEffect #CustomQuilting #PNQAcademy
"Do I Quilt in Regular or Manual Mode?" Such a great question! Honestly, I think this comes down to personal preference. When I first taught myself how to machine quilt years ago, my machine only had two settings—manual or stitch-regulated. Every time I tried manual mode, I felt like I was totally out of control, so I never really practiced with it. But stitch-regulated mode? I loved how it felt from the start, and it just worked best for me. So I guess I’m an old dog—I stick with what I know! 😂 I know machines now have so many more features and settings, but I still go back to my stitch-regulated quilting, and most often, I’m quilting with my stitch length set at 13 SPI. By the way, how incredible is this quilt I’m getting ready to quilt for Errolyn? I can’t wait to get started! Of course, I’ll be sharing my full process soon in the PNQ Academy! Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #LongarmQuilting #MachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #StitchRegulated #QuiltLife #PieceNQuilt #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltInspo
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"Do I Quilt in Regular or Manual Mode?" Such a great question! Honestly, I think this comes down to personal preference. When I first taught myself how to machine quilt years ago, my machine only had two settings—manual or stitch-regulated. Every time I tried manual mode, I felt like I was totally out of control, so I never really practiced with it. But stitch-regulated mode? I loved how it felt from the start, and it just worked best for me. So I guess I’m an old dog—I stick with what I know! 😂 I know machines now have so many more features and settings, but I still go back to my stitch-regulated quilting, and most often, I’m quilting with my stitch length set at 13 SPI. By the way, how incredible is this quilt I’m getting ready to quilt for Errolyn? I can’t wait to get started! Of course, I’ll be sharing my full process soon in the PNQ Academy! Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #LongarmQuilting #MachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #StitchRegulated #QuiltLife #PieceNQuilt #FMQ #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltInspo
Want to learn more? Drop a 'Monday' in the comments, and I’ll send you the link to my latest tutorial! 🎥👇 "Do your videos help if you're not using a longarm machine?" Absolutely! 🙌 I’ve designed all my videos, classes, books, and even rulers so that anyone on any machine—as long as you can do free-motion quilting—can join in and quilt along! 🧵✨ We all start somewhere! Did you know I drop a brand new free video tutorial every Monday? 🎉 These weekly videos are packed with quilting tips, tricks, and inspiration—and they’ll give you just a tiny glimpse into my teaching style! https://www.youtube.com/nataliabonner www.piecenquilt.com #freemotionquilting #quiltingtips #quiltingfun #quiltersofinstagram #machinequilting #quiltingcommunity #fmq #longarmquilting #quiltinglife #modernquilting #quiltinglove #quiltingclass #quiltingvideos #quiltinspo #quiltingeducation #learntoquilt
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Want to learn more? Drop a 'Monday' in the comments, and I’ll send you the link to my latest tutorial! 🎥👇 "Do your videos help if you're not using a longarm machine?" Absolutely! 🙌 I’ve designed all my videos, classes, books, and even rulers so that anyone on any machine—as long as you can do free-motion quilting—can join in and quilt along! 🧵✨ We all start somewhere! Did you know I drop a brand new free video tutorial every Monday? 🎉 These weekly videos are packed with quilting tips, tricks, and inspiration—and they’ll give you just a tiny glimpse into my teaching style! https://www.youtube.com/nataliabonner www.piecenquilt.com #freemotionquilting #quiltingtips #quiltingfun #quiltersofinstagram #machinequilting #quiltingcommunity #fmq #longarmquilting #quiltinglife #modernquilting #quiltinglove #quiltingclass #quiltingvideos #quiltinspo #quiltingeducation #learntoquilt
What batting do you use to show off quilting and get that perfect puffiness? Comment "beginner" below and I'll send you info about my class & book! I love using wool batting for its beautiful loft and texture! It really makes the quilting pop. But here’s the thing—every quilter has their own favorite, and the only way to find yours is to experiment! Don’t be afraid to try different types and see what works best for you and your quilts. If you're just starting out or looking for inspiration, check out my Beginner’s Guide to Free-Motion Quilting class and book! We start with the basics—batting, thread, and more—before moving through over 50 free-motion quilting motifs. It’s the perfect way to build your skills and gain confidence! www.piecenquilt.com Beginner's Guide to Free-Motion Quilting – Piece N Quilt #FreeMotionQuilting #MachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #LongarmQuilting #QuiltedWithLove #QuiltBatting #WoolBatting #QuiltingMotifs #QuilterLife #PNQAcademy #QuiltWithMe #BeginnerQuilter #QuiltedTexture
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What batting do you use to show off quilting and get that perfect puffiness? Comment "beginner" below and I'll send you info about my class & book! I love using wool batting for its beautiful loft and texture! It really makes the quilting pop. But here’s the thing—every quilter has their own favorite, and the only way to find yours is to experiment! Don’t be afraid to try different types and see what works best for you and your quilts. If you're just starting out or looking for inspiration, check out my Beginner’s Guide to Free-Motion Quilting class and book! We start with the basics—batting, thread, and more—before moving through over 50 free-motion quilting motifs. It’s the perfect way to build your skills and gain confidence! www.piecenquilt.com Beginner's Guide to Free-Motion Quilting – Piece N Quilt #FreeMotionQuilting #MachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #LongarmQuilting #QuiltedWithLove #QuiltBatting #WoolBatting #QuiltingMotifs #QuilterLife #PNQAcademy #QuiltWithMe #BeginnerQuilter #QuiltedTexture
She’s just doing this by hand?!" Yes! All of the machine quilting I share is hand-guided machine quilting—meaning I am the one moving the machine, not a computer! While I quilt on a Gammill longarm, machine quilting can be done on any machine that allows you to drop the feed dogs and move the fabric freely. That’s exactly why I’ve designed my classes and books for any quilter, on any machine! There are so many different machines out there, and while I can’t know the details of every single one, the key is to get to know your machine and what it’s capable of! Want to learn more? In PNQ Unlimited, you get instant access to all 160+ PNQ Academy videos AND all of my machine quilting classes—so whether you’re on a longarm or a domestic machine, you can learn, practice, and grow your quilting skills! Drop a ✋ in the comments if you quilt by hand-guiding your machine! PNQ UNLIMITED WITH NATALIA BONNER www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #HandGuidedQuilting #FreemotionQuilting #QuiltingForEveryone #QuiltingEducation #PNQUnlimited #PieceNQuilt #QuiltingInspiration #QuiltersofInstagram #LongarmQuilting
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She’s just doing this by hand?!" Yes! All of the machine quilting I share is hand-guided machine quilting—meaning I am the one moving the machine, not a computer! While I quilt on a Gammill longarm, machine quilting can be done on any machine that allows you to drop the feed dogs and move the fabric freely. That’s exactly why I’ve designed my classes and books for any quilter, on any machine! There are so many different machines out there, and while I can’t know the details of every single one, the key is to get to know your machine and what it’s capable of! Want to learn more? In PNQ Unlimited, you get instant access to all 160+ PNQ Academy videos AND all of my machine quilting classes—so whether you’re on a longarm or a domestic machine, you can learn, practice, and grow your quilting skills! Drop a ✋ in the comments if you quilt by hand-guiding your machine! PNQ UNLIMITED WITH NATALIA BONNER www.piecenquilt.com #MachineQuilting #HandGuidedQuilting #FreemotionQuilting #QuiltingForEveryone #QuiltingEducation #PNQUnlimited #PieceNQuilt #QuiltingInspiration #QuiltersofInstagram #LongarmQuilting
"Tension issues? Shredding thread issues?" Ohhh, I’ve been there! Tension issues can be so frustrating, but most of the time, a small tweak fixes everything. First, I always double-check my threading (because even when I swear I did it right, sometimes I didn’t 😆). Then, I test on a scrap piece before jumping into my quilt. For shredding thread, my first thought is always the needle—wrong size or a dull needle can cause major headaches. I also check that my thread path is smooth and that nothing is catching along the way. Quilting should be fun, not stressful! If you're struggling, take a deep breath, check the basics, and keep going—you've got this! 💪✨ Did you know? I share all my best quilting tips inside PNQ Academy—with over 160+ videos (and more added every month), there’s endless inspiration waiting for you! Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #TensionIssues #ShreddingThread #MachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #FreeMotionQuilting #LongarmQuilting #QuiltingTroubleshooting #PNQAcademy #QuiltWithMe #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltingJourney #CreativeQuilting #QuiltLove
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"Tension issues? Shredding thread issues?" Ohhh, I’ve been there! Tension issues can be so frustrating, but most of the time, a small tweak fixes everything. First, I always double-check my threading (because even when I swear I did it right, sometimes I didn’t 😆). Then, I test on a scrap piece before jumping into my quilt. For shredding thread, my first thought is always the needle—wrong size or a dull needle can cause major headaches. I also check that my thread path is smooth and that nothing is catching along the way. Quilting should be fun, not stressful! If you're struggling, take a deep breath, check the basics, and keep going—you've got this! 💪✨ Did you know? I share all my best quilting tips inside PNQ Academy—with over 160+ videos (and more added every month), there’s endless inspiration waiting for you! Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #TensionIssues #ShreddingThread #MachineQuilting #QuiltingTips #FreeMotionQuilting #LongarmQuilting #QuiltingTroubleshooting #PNQAcademy #QuiltWithMe #QuiltingCommunity #QuiltingJourney #CreativeQuilting #QuiltLove
How and why do your quilts look so firm on camera? I was told they shouldn’t be drum tight! Great question! And I totally get why my quilts look that way on camera—looks can be deceiving! 😅 Because I incorporate so much ruler quilting into my projects (like, every single quilt), I almost always leave my ruler base on my machine. This can make it look like my quilts are super tight on the frame, but I promise you—they’re not! You definitely don’t want your quilt pulled too tight. That can cause all sorts of issues, from puckering to distortion. I keep my quilts snug but not drum tight—just enough to give me the control I need without overdoing it. ✨ Looking for more machine quilting inspiration? Check out the PNQ Academy! It’s packed with tips, techniques, and over 160 videos to help you level up your quilting game. 💖 Do you prefer ruler quilting or free motion? Let me know in the comments! Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #QuiltingTips #RulerQuilting #MachineQuilting #PieceNQuilt #PNQAcademy #QuiltingJourney #QuiltingInspiration #LongarmQuilting #QuiltersOfInstagram #LearnToQuilt
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How and why do your quilts look so firm on camera? I was told they shouldn’t be drum tight! Great question! And I totally get why my quilts look that way on camera—looks can be deceiving! 😅 Because I incorporate so much ruler quilting into my projects (like, every single quilt), I almost always leave my ruler base on my machine. This can make it look like my quilts are super tight on the frame, but I promise you—they’re not! You definitely don’t want your quilt pulled too tight. That can cause all sorts of issues, from puckering to distortion. I keep my quilts snug but not drum tight—just enough to give me the control I need without overdoing it. ✨ Looking for more machine quilting inspiration? Check out the PNQ Academy! It’s packed with tips, techniques, and over 160 videos to help you level up your quilting game. 💖 Do you prefer ruler quilting or free motion? Let me know in the comments! Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #QuiltingTips #RulerQuilting #MachineQuilting #PieceNQuilt #PNQAcademy #QuiltingJourney #QuiltingInspiration #LongarmQuilting #QuiltersOfInstagram #LearnToQuilt
Drop a 'pin' in the comments if you’re team no-float! 👇 "Do you ever float your quilt top? Why or why not?" Nope, I never float my quilt tops! Even if I’m quilting something small—like a table runner—I still pin it to my leaders. Yes, call me old school, but I’ve found that by not floating, I can keep my quilt off the floor (huge win!) and keep it flat and square as I quilt. I truly think it’s personal preference, and the best thing you can do is try different methods to see what works best for YOU! Speaking of quilting methods… have you checked out PNQ Academy yet? With 160+ videos, it’s kind of like hanging out in the studio with me while I custom quilt gorgeous quilts! I share my process, plus tips and tricks on all aspects of quilting—so the inspiration is endless. Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #longarmquilting #quiltingtips #machinequilting #freemotionquilting #quiltersofinstagram #customquilting #quiltinglove #quiltingfun #fmq #modernquilting #quiltingcommunity #pnqacademy
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Drop a 'pin' in the comments if you’re team no-float! 👇 "Do you ever float your quilt top? Why or why not?" Nope, I never float my quilt tops! Even if I’m quilting something small—like a table runner—I still pin it to my leaders. Yes, call me old school, but I’ve found that by not floating, I can keep my quilt off the floor (huge win!) and keep it flat and square as I quilt. I truly think it’s personal preference, and the best thing you can do is try different methods to see what works best for YOU! Speaking of quilting methods… have you checked out PNQ Academy yet? With 160+ videos, it’s kind of like hanging out in the studio with me while I custom quilt gorgeous quilts! I share my process, plus tips and tricks on all aspects of quilting—so the inspiration is endless. Piece N Quilt Academy www.piecenquilt.com #longarmquilting #quiltingtips #machinequilting #freemotionquilting #quiltersofinstagram #customquilting #quiltinglove #quiltingfun #fmq #modernquilting #quiltingcommunity #pnqacademy
Comment "motivate" and I'll send you information about my FREE machine quilting classes! "How do you stay motivated?" For me, the variety of quilts I get to quilt is a huge factor in keeping me inspired! I truly love the quilting process, so even though machine quilting for clients is my "job," it still feels like something fun to do every day. ✨ I also make sure to squeeze in time to quilt for myself—that’s when I let my creativity run wild! Quilting just for fun keeps me excited and helps me avoid burnout. I know it’s easy to feel stuck or unmotivated sometimes. If that’s where you’re at, check out one of my free machine quilting classes—a little fun and inspiration might be just what the doctor ordered! 🧵💖 #longarmquilting #quiltingmotivation #machinequilting #quiltersofinstagram #freemotionquilting #quiltingfun #quiltingcommunity #fmq #customquilting #modernquilting #pnqacademy #learntoquilt #quiltlikeapro #quiltinglove
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Comment "motivate" and I'll send you information about my FREE machine quilting classes! "How do you stay motivated?" For me, the variety of quilts I get to quilt is a huge factor in keeping me inspired! I truly love the quilting process, so even though machine quilting for clients is my "job," it still feels like something fun to do every day. ✨ I also make sure to squeeze in time to quilt for myself—that’s when I let my creativity run wild! Quilting just for fun keeps me excited and helps me avoid burnout. I know it’s easy to feel stuck or unmotivated sometimes. If that’s where you’re at, check out one of my free machine quilting classes—a little fun and inspiration might be just what the doctor ordered! 🧵💖 #longarmquilting #quiltingmotivation #machinequilting #quiltersofinstagram #freemotionquilting #quiltingfun #quiltingcommunity #fmq #customquilting #modernquilting #pnqacademy #learntoquilt #quiltlikeapro #quiltinglove

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