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How to Order a Handmade Quilt (Step-by-Step Process)
Ordering a handmade quilt should feel exciting—not confusing. Every quilt I create is made to order, designed with care, and built to last for generations. This guide walks you through exactly what to expect so you can order with confidence.
If you’re looking for a quick overview, you can also visit the simple guide here:
👉 Guide to Buying a Handmade Quilt
Choose Your Quilt Style
Start by browsing the available quilt designs. Each pattern is carefully selected for its timeless look and durability. Whether you prefer classic layouts or bold statement pieces, every quilt is made in King or Queen size using high-quality cotton fabrics.
Secure Your Order
To begin your custom quilt, checkout is required at the time of order.
Because each quilt is made specifically for you:
- Your spot in the production schedule is reserved once payment is completed
- Materials are selected and prepared based on your order
👉 If you have questions about this step, see the quick guide here:
Do You Pay Upfront for a Custom Quilt?
Creation Timeline
Your quilt is carefully handcrafted over the course of approximately 10 weeks.
This includes:
- Cutting and piecing
- Quilting and finishing
- Final inspection
Every detail is completed with precision to ensure heirloom quality.
After Purchase We Will Customize Your Quilt
Once you’ve chosen a design, you’ll select your fabrics, colors, and overall feel. It usually involves quite a few emails at first if you have a special color way. This is where your quilt becomes truly yours. I show you pictures throughout the process so you can be assured of what choices will be made along the process.
I’ll guide you through:
- Fabric choices
- Color coordination
- Backing and batting options
Each quilt is thoughtfully planned to match your space and style.
Im Happy to discuss your ideas before purchase >> Contact Me With any Questions
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Why Handmade Quilts Are Different
Unlike mass-produced quilts, each piece is:
- Individually crafted
- Made with premium materials
- Designed for durability and beauty
This isn’t just a blanket—it’s a long-term investment in comfort and craftsmanship.
Ready to Start Your Quilt?
Browse available designs and begin your order today. If you’re unsure where to start, the step-by-step process above will guide you from selection to delivery.
👉 Prefer a quick version? Visit the simple guide here:
Guide to Buying a Handmade Quilt
Below Are all things we will work through to Make your Quilt
How to Gauge the Sizing for Your Needs (Important)
- Measuring for Quilt Drape
- Determine Your Desired Drape:
Decide how many inches you’d like the quilt to hang over the sides of your bed. This isn’t just about your mattress’s surface dimensions but about how much overhang (or “drape”) you want. - Add Drape to Mattress Dimensions:
To calculate the quilt size, add your mattress’s surface length and width to the desired drape on each side. - Example: A standard queen-size mattress is 80 inches long. If you’d like a 10-inch drape on both sides, add 20 inches to the 80-inch length, resulting in 100 inches. This may fall into the dimensions of a king-size quilt.
- Ordering a size up is very common, as quilts are typically designed to cover the mattress and not the entire box spring. For full coverage of the box spring, a bed skirt is generally recommended
- I create quilts based on exact dimensions in inches rather than standard bed sizes. It’s important to measure carefully to ensure your quilt fits as desired.
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📏 Size Options
- King Size: 105″ x 110″
- Queen Size: 95″ x 101″
more on > How to Know What Size to Order
Noteworthy Details About My Quilts
- Pre-Washing & No Shrinkage
All fabrics used in your quilt are pre-washed before assembly, and the finished quilt is also washed and dried. This ensures there is no shrinkage when you wash it at home, so you’ll receive the exact size you ordered. - Generously Sized Lap Quilts
My lap-sized quilts are larger than most you’ll find online, providing exceptional coverage and comfort.
For bed quilts, I recommend ordering one size larger than your bed size, especially if you’re accustomed to store-bought bedding like “bed in a bag” sets. - Why Pre-Shrinking Matters
Quilts can shrink by 5 to 10 inches after washing. That’s why I pre-shrink all fabrics and account for this during the design process. By using extra fabric upfront and pre-shrinking it, I ensure the final quilt maintains its intended dimensions even after repeated washing. - Sizing Philosophy
Standard size labels like “Queen” or “King” don’t define my quilts. Instead, I focus on your specific measurements. When you order, my first question will always be, “What’s your measurement?” - Think of it like buying pre-shrunk jeans: what you see is what you get—no surprises!
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Unlike some makers, I handle all 3 jobs of the quilting process myself:
- Cutting and Piecing: Creating the design and assembling the top layer.
- Quilting: Assembling the three layers (top, batting, and backing) and stitching them together.
- Finishing: Binding the edges, washing, and drying to ensure a polished and professional result.
This approach allows me to maintain a high level of quality throughout the entire process, ensuring each quilt is crafted with care and attention to detail.
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Hand Guided, Free Machine Quilting/ Custom Quilting
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What is Free Motion Quilting?
- It is the actual process of Sewing all 3 Layers together as one. For context: I’m Making it a 3 layer Quilt Sammich. Im making you a Quilt Sammich~ ( I make good ones) haha~
- I am a Hand Guided , free-motion quilter, ~meaning my quilting is not computerized—it’s organic and created by hand, using a long-arm machine.
- I personally do all of the finishing work myself, ensuring that each quilt is uniquely crafted with care.
- Quality Quilting & Thread
- Machine Bound on the Edges
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Custom Quilting: Why This Matters, and whats the difference?:
- The quality of quilting I provide is one of the key reasons my prices are structured the way they are. Custom Quilting is THE significant investment, as it often requires a lot of time/ thread / planning. In fact, for many quilts, more than 60% of the cost would go toward the quilting process ( if you pay someone to just do the quilting)
- Not all Quilts need to be Custom Quilted. Kids quilts/ growing up quilts can often be quilted a lot less, and not meant to be around for ever as they grow out of them, or you just like a loosly quilted quilt. I call those ” comforters” loose and fluffy. Over time washing and wear they dont hold up like a Custom Quilted Quilt. < more densely quilted> Quilting is highly detailed and time-consuming—you can opt for simpler designs, but most of the quilts I create are fully custom quilted for a truly unique finish.
I invite you to explore my Project gallery or product listings to see close-up photos of my quilting work—you’ll see the quality and craftsmanship that go into every piece!
Quilt Backing Information
- I use 100% cotton fabric for the backing, available in neutral or coordinating colors to complement your quilt design. Backing fabric is a specialty material, meaning it comes in extra-wide cuts and has limited variety and availability.
- Due to recent supply chain delays, finding certain backing fabrics “in stock” can be a challenge, but I can almost always source one that works perfectly. To streamline the process, please be prepared to decide on your preferred backing color as soon as possible.
- Ideally, I purchase the backing fabric alongside the fabric for the quilt top to ensure everything is ready when needed. If a color choice is not provided, I will select a neutral or coordinating color to match the quilt’s design.
- Please note: the backing is not made from the same fabrics used on the quilt top, as it requires specialty fabric designed for this purpose
Return Policy
- As all my quilts are custom-made with care and tailored to your specifications, I do not accept returns on custom orders. Once the quilt is created, the time, materials, and craftsmanship have already been invested.
- Commissioned Quilt Services are not refundable.
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Keepsake Quilts Built to Last
My quilts are crafted with high-quality fabrics and materials, designed to be cherished and used in everyday life.
Longevity: With proper care, these quilts are built to last for many years and can even become treasured heirlooms passed down through generations. While I can create fun, casual quilts for everyday use—like those made for kids—my true focus is on custom quilting, which transforms each piece into a one-of-a-kind keepsake.
If you have any questions or need further clarification, I’m always happy to help! Feel free to reach out anytime. 😊
Thank you for Considering a Handmade Quilt, I look forward to working with you.
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Hello. I can’t seem to find a contact email to send you a question? Please let me know where to find the contact link. Thank you.
Do all quilts have to be heavily quilted?
What’s the difference if any between a comforter and a quilt?
Hi There! No they don’t all have to be heavily quilted. In fact some people like a loose and light quilt. (I call those Comforters) or ” bed in a bag” type of bedding.
they are often only sewn around the outer edge and not so much through the center, ~if at all.
Neither is wrong or right. Its just that over time the comforter will not hold up through using and washing. A Custom Quilted one will be around for Years, and get more loved and enjoyed over time. I call Custom Quilted Quilts , Keepsake items. 🙂
thanks for the question Katl! Im going to do a whole separate post on Batting, and what a difference that makes too! ( too much for this post) you will be seeing it soon in your email, Thanks for following my work!
Hi Katl! I love quilts heavily quilted , but the lighter more airy ones are comfy too! The lightweight polyester ones are the ones you buy in the store.
Handmade quilts are nothing like those.