Unpacking client quilts tops is so often a fantastic surprise. The colors, shapes and fabrics are a delight to see in person. How lucky I am to take part in their transformation into textured, cozy quilts! Come see what I’ve been quilting lately.

Rachel HauserOctober 19, 2022longarm quilting, edge to edge quilting, quilting, custom quilting Comments

in the Quilting Studio, no. 36

As I gathered images for today’s In the Studio update, I noticed a theme - bright and modern. These quilts use bright colors and/or oversized motifs, in a way that connects to the modern quilting movement. Please enjoy these beautiful quilts sewn by my customers in The Netherlands and Germany.

Rachel HauserAugust 22, 2022longarm quilting, edge to edge quilting, quilting, custom quilting Comments

in the Quilting Studio, no. 35

Custom quilting a sampler quilt like this is SO much fun, especially when the maker gives me free rein to explore. When I quilt a project like this, I don’t plan everything in advance. Instead, I feel my way through the project, starting with a collection of possible designs.

in the Quilting Studio, no. 34

Between Pas de Deux and my longarm quilting services, you all are keeping me pleasantly busy, and for that I am grateful. Let’s catch up on some of the quilts I’ve had the opportunity to finish on my longarm quilting machine this year from.

in the Quilting Studio, no. 33

Christine’s La Passacaglia illustrates the fact that custom quilting is not the default for every special project. Here, all over quilting compliments the swirling, turning style of the patchwork and thoroughly reinforces seams, while not stealing any of the spotlight from her incredible patchwork masterpiece!

in the Quilting Studio, no. 32

Wow have I been BUSY in November and December with longarm quilting! Todays quilts run the gamet from minimalist to maximalist. I hope you’re inspired by these lovely creations by fellow readers.

Rachel HauserDecember 22, 2021longarm quilting, edge to edge quilting, quilting Comments

Autumn Glow Honeycomb Stars, a finished quilt

This autumn rendition has all my favorite fall colors: plum, red, amber and peach. It’s a spectacular sunset of hues that seems to celebrate where I find myself now - settled into a home I love and into a life that fills me with satisfaction, gratitude and hope.

Angled QuiltsRachel HauserNovember 19, 2021finished quilts, hexagons, honeycomb stars, quilting, fall Comments

in the Quilting Studio, no. 31

On sunny days, I absolutely love to begin in the studio, basting and setting up a fresh project for longarm quilting. Not every day is so picture perfect, of course. But this one, which began with a fresh autumn bouquet and plenty of light, was one I knew I must share with you!

Rachel HauserNovember 17, 2021longarm quilting, edge to edge quilting, custom quilting, quilting Comments

in the Quilting Studio, no. 30

My longarm has been busy, busy, busy lately! Come see some rainbow-themed projects that I've been blessed to quilt in recent weeks. May your rainy days be filled with color!

Rachel HauserOctober 20, 2021longarm quilting, edge to edge quilting, custom quilting, quilting, rainbow Comments

in the Quilting Studio, no. 29

Happy September! I love this time of year - the return to routine after busy days of summer, sweaters and jeans, apple picking, leaves changing and gatherings around the fire. Here’s a collection of fun, modern quilts I’ve recently had the pleasure of longarm quilting.

in the Quilting Studio, no. 28

While I’m away from the studio, it’s the perfect time to reflect on some of the quilts I’ve recently longarm quilted. Today’s round up includes a very summery fun quilt, a special custom-quilted mini and a few quilts with new-to-me quilting designs for all-over quilting.

a Sweet Heart quilt for Elora

It’s normal to have doubts in the process of creating. The tricky thing is to know when to press on despite them. Midway into joining blocks in the original layout, I jumped up from the sewing machine and quickly rearranged what was left on my design wall!

Angled QuiltsRachel HauserMay 24, 2021hearts, finished quilts, Elora, pink, quilting Comments

in the Quilting Studio, no. 27

From modern to classic, from colorful rainbow quilts to minimalistic neutral ones - I give quilts of all styles a hearty welcome in my longarm quilting studio. In fact, the diversity of the quilts that I get to see is part of what I love about this business.

in the Quilting Studio, no. 26

It’s such a treat to allow our creative hobbies to carry us away from our worries and fears. For the quilter, cloth and color speak volumes of possibility and hope and love. Here are some missives from my clients, whose creations lift my spirits throughout the year.

in the Quilting Studio, no. 25

Today’s studio update focuses on medallion-style quilts. Often, these quilts really benefit from custom quilting, which can emphasize and complement the layers of borders. I hope you enjoy the longarm quilting on these medallion quilts.

Efflorescent, a finished quilt

I wanted this quilt to feel like a cuddly hug from me, from across the ocean, to my dear friend, Liz. So, I pulled out all the stops to make it extra cozy. I’ve used wool batting, a flannel backing courtesy of The Confident Stitch and open, curvy Baptist Fan quilting.

Super Scrappy Geesey quilt

Introducing Super Scrappy, my third and most exuberant Geesey quilt. These happy scrappy bright colors definitely make me smile. I chose a soft and cozy finish with wool batting for this flying geese quilt.

Angled QuiltsRachel HauserDecember 1, 2020finished quilts, flying geese, quilting, batting Comments

how to make a Soft, Cuddly Quilt

Tips for a Softer Quilt! As a longarm quilter, I witness the transformation of many quilt tops into finished quilts. Would you like to know the secrets to creating a soft, cuddly quilt? These are the most important factors.

Rachel HauserNovember 18, 2020tips, quilting, batting Comments

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