Quilting Order Form

Preparation of your quilt

Preparation of your quilt top and backing is very important if you want a good outcome when quilted. Please take the time to read and follow these guidelines.

  

  

Quilt Top 

  • Your quilt top should be free of embellishments such as buttons, charms, etc.  (These can be sewn on after it is quilted)

  • Square your quilt top using your quilting /cutting ruler.  ( I use my 6.5 x 24” ruler or a large square ruler )

  • Make sure that all threads are trimmed on the back and front of the quilt top to avoid showing threads through lighter fabric, and to avoid a tangled mess when quilting.

  • Press quilt top, especially seams. Try and have seams pressed open or to one side to be flat as possible.  ( I will give it a very quick press when received, for any creases )

  • Please indicate the top of your quilt with a note and safety Pin.

  • Please do not baste or pin quilt layers as they are loaded separately onto the quilt machine.   (except for pin identifying top of quilt)


      Please Note:

      • I do charge extra for preparing a quilt if the above preparation has not been done by you.

      • Quilt tops that do not lay flat may have tucks, pleats or fullness in your finished quilt.

       

        Backing 

        • Backing  must be squared up, making sure that all edges are straight and  corners are at right angles (check with your quilting ruler).This is especially important when using pieced backing.

        • Backing must be 4 inches bigger than your quilt on each side Eg 70 x 70 inches quilt top =  backing 78 x 78 inches. This applies to your wadding also. 

          Please Note:

          • If backing is not large enough and I have to sew on leaders, a fee of $15.00 per leader, no exceptions, will be added. 

          •  Iron backing and have all seams pressed open for a smoother finish.   ( I will give it a very quick press when received for any creases )

          • If your backing is directional, please indicate the top of your quilt with a note and safety Pin.


            I do have a small selection of 108 inch wide backing that can be purchased via my online shop or you can supply your own.      (If supplied by my shop no charges will apply for preparation.)

               

              Wadding 

               

              • Wadding must be 4 inches bigger on each side of the quilt. Eg 70 x 70 inches quilt top =  backing 78 x 78 inches. 

              • Wadding should not be larger than your backing fabric and be squared up also.


                 I do have a small selection of wadding that can be purchased via my online shop or you can supply your own. (If supplied by my shop no charges will apply for preparation.)

                 

                 

                 

                Quilting Terms of Service

                                             Pricing

                All prices are quoted in Australian dollars and I do not charge GST at this time.

                My price for edge to edge quilting (an all over quilting pattern) is $4.50 per square foot with a minimum of $50. 

                How price is calculated

                Length of quilt x width of quilt

                Divided by 144 x $4.50 = $ ............

                • I charge $30 per hr if anything extra needs to be done to the quilt. For e.g., squaring up top and back, ironing seams, cutting threads. Please refer to preparation of quilt 
                • If backing is not large enough and I have to sew on leaders, a fee of $15.00 per leader, no exceptions, will be added. 
                •  I am currently not offering a binding service 
                Note: I will give your quilt a quick iron on backing and quilt top if posted.

                  Postage & Handling Australia

                  Once I have sent you a confirmation email with an order number with an approximate cost, you are ready to send your quilt.

                  • Please ensure your quilt is sealed in plastic so it is waterproof. (Do not use scented bags please)
                  • Please put your name, phone number/email and return address inside the parcel. Or you can print out order form.
                  • Please name your parcel as 'fabric' and not 'quilt' on outside of packaging.
                  • Please have insurance and Signature on delivery for peace of mind.

                  Australia post charges are

                  - Extra-large Satchel Standard is 3-5 business days - $20.50 .Estimated for Metro areas.  Regional areas may take longer

                   - Extra-large Express Post 1-2 business days, - $27.50, estimated for Metro areas.  Regional areas may take longer.This cannot be  guaranteed. Please refer to  Aust Post for latest delivery times. 

                   - Insurance free up until the first $100 and $2.50 for each $100 thereafter.

                  - Signature on delivery is an extra $2.95

                  All parcels are tracked. 

                  Please Note: This is a requirement when I send your quilt back.  Cost of sending your completed quilt back to you, insurance and signature on delivery will be included in your invoice. I use Flat Rate Shipping Australia Wide using - If It Packs, It Posts by Australia Post. I have worked out that an Extra Large Satchel $20.50 is the cheapest way of sending a quilt.

                   

                  Dropping off your Quilt

                  It is possible to drop your quilt off with prior arrangement with myself in Trafalgar Gippsland. Just contact me on 0412 603 790 or cosycavequilting@gmail.com and we can work out a convenient time.

                  Alternatively I also have a drop off point in Kilsyth, Victoria. Please let me know if you would like to use this drop off point and I can arrange a time. If you could please fill out your order form online and submit it to me online. (My print button is not working properly at this time on my order form.) If you could please pin your name and contact phone number to your quilt, along with submitting your order form on line if using this service. 

                  Please Note: Pick up of quilts from Kilsyth maybe a 1-2 week time frame

                   

                  What happens once you have submitted your Quliting Order Form

                  Once you have completed all required fields in your Quiltiing Order form, including Preparation of Quilt and Terms of Quilting Service. , I will send you an order confirmation email with an order number with an approximate cost. This number will be used as your reference.

                  Important: If you decide to purchase backing or wadding from me and want to pay in one transaction, please do not put an order through. I will raise an invoice for you, including products purchased and quilting service. Otherwise two transactions will be put through.

                  When I receive your quilt via post I will email you to advise that it has arrived safely.

                  Your Quilt will go into a queue and I will update you on the progress of your quilt.

                  I will always confirm details before starting a quilt and advise of any addtional costs that may be involved prior to starting .

                  I'll let you know when your quilt is complete and will send you an invoice to pay via direct deposit or the option of paying via my online shop with other payment options.

                  Once funds have been received, Your quilt will be sent back to you via Australia post. (please see conditions ).

                  All left over backing and wadding will be returned to you, with the exception of scraps.

                  Please Note: Cost of sending your completed quilt back and insurance will be included in your invoice