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YOUR GUIDE TO Long-Arm Machine Quilting

Which Long-Arm Machine Is Right for You? • Whether you are hand-guiding your quilting or using Handi Quilter Pro-Stitcher, it’s big fun to load a quilt top and later pull it off all quilted. Here are some things to keep in mind to make sure you choose the right machine for you.

Getting to Know Your Machine

Master the Basics • ACCURATE ¼" SEAMS

Points of Interest 2025/2026 Block of the Month

Precut Challenge: CHARM PACK • We invited two designers to create a project using the same precut: a charm pack of Berry & Pine by Lella Boutique.

Sherri’s Table Runner: CHARMING STARS

Winterberry • STAY COZY ALL WINTER LONG WITH A THROW MADE IN CLASSIC RED AND GREEN HUES.

TABLE FOR TWO: Twice the Quilting Inspiration

Christmas TREE FARM • A clever Broken Dishes block variation gives the illusion of pieced sashing.

Merry Little Main Street • Stitch a trio of embellished wool felt ornaments.

PASSING THROUGH • TWO ALTERNATING BLOCKS CREATE PUSH-AND-PULL MOTION ACROSS AN OVERSIZE THROW.

Starry NOEL • The stars are brightly shining in this large seasonal wall quilt.

HOLIDAY LANE • SIMPLE STITCH-AND-FLIP UNITS IN HOLIDAY PRINTS TRANSFORM INTO A QUAINT CHRISTMAS VILLAGE.

Evergreen WELCOME • Add a touch of minimalist elegance to your seasonal decor with an abstract wreath wall hanging.

Farmhouse STARS • One simple block creates the illusion of a complex French Braid quilt pattern.

Project Option Instructions

Purchase & Print! • Visit APQShop.com to find more than 350 quilting and sewing patterns.

Back to Basics • Refer to these tips and techniques when you need information to make a project.

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