Quilting Service Info

Here’s a quick rundown for the SAM Originals Quilting service. Please understand that some quilts will require more time or attention. This is a general guide and these prices are subject to change. For the most accurate cost analysis and to get started, please contact us for a consultation.

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Quilter

Suzanne B Merrill

(334) 806 - 7388

sbmerrill03@yahoo.com

@sam_originals @sbmerrill03

Proudly made in Enterprise, Alabama. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

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Preparing For Quilting

We currently only accept quilts up to a queen size.

Lay the quilt out flat and check that it is square. Measure at the top, middle and bottom to make sure they’re the same.

Check for wrinkles, waves or folds and correct. These can’t always be quilted out and we can’t guarantee you won’t end up with a fold quilted into the border.

Clip threads on front and back of the quilt. Loose threads on the back can show through on light fabrics.

Stitch down side seams at ⅛” seam allowance.

Press and starch or best press. Fold neatly.

Remove embellishments, buttons, ribbons, etc.

Mark the top of the quilt with a safety pin.

If you would like us to prep the quilt for you:

Backing assembly for a simple backing (less than 30 minutes)

$25/hour

For complex backing (greater than 30 minutes) $30/hour

Centering a quilt on a complex backing $20

Quilt prep (fixing borders, pressing seams, trimming threads).

$25 hour, minimum of 1 hour

Backing

Backing must be 10” larger than the top (+5” each side all the way around).

If you piece the back, press the seams open or to one side.Press and starch back.

Square back, measure top, middle and bottom.

Do NOT use sheets, the thread count is too high and is too hard on the machine and needles.

Non-cotton backing surcharge is $10. Fleece, Minky and Snuggle fabrics are excessively stretchy and take extra care in loading and in pattern choice.

How long does it Take?

Turnaround time depends on what is ahead of you in the shop. I will try to give you a date during our consultation and update you should the timeline change. Please take this into consideration when planning your project.

Our rush order fee is $40

Longarm Services

Edge to Edge Quilting (E2E or pantograph) - one single pattern over your entire quilt with one thread color. .02 per square inch

***There is tiered pricing on E2E***

Price is based on how dense the pattern is, how much time it takes, and amount of thread used. .02-.04 per square inch

Simple Custom Quilting - programmed border and block designs, some stitching in the ditch. .04 per square inch

How much does it cost to E2E quilt a 86”x 60” quilt?

86 x 60 = 5160 x .02 = $103.20

This is a labor estimate and does not include the cost of batting or thread.

There is a $40 minimum quilting fee for all quilts.

We gladly accept out of town quilts from our distant friends and online clients. Please call or email to discuss your quilt before sending it to us.

We require a 50% deposit before you ship the quilt to us for quilting and the balance is due (plus shipping costs) before it is returned to you.

Please place your quilt in a plastic bag inside the box to keep it clean and make sure to include your name, address, phone and email in the box.

Coupons

10% 1st time customers. Welcome!

10% referral discount when another quilter gives us your email at checkout.

10% Military discount for our active duty and retired service members and spouses. Thank you for your family’s service.

All prices are subject to change based on product availability, complexity, and what will best suit your quilt as agreed during the consultation. Payments for quilting service are accepted as cash, money order, or the client may request a custom listing on the web store.