For several years, I’d wander through quilt shows, strolling through vendor booths—it’s my favorite pastime! I’d see these stunning quilts quilted simply with all-over patterns. Now, I’m mostly a ‘custom’ quilter, changing thread colors, switching up designs for each block and border. But those all-over designs were so beautiful that they really made the whole quilt shine. I wanted to create that look on my own quilts, but I didn’t have a computerized system on my home setup.

When COVID hit, with all that extra time at home, I thought, ‘Now’s my chance!’ I dove into quilting with the QCT QuiltMotion system. I’d previously used pantographs from the back of my quilter, following patterns by hand, but WOW! The precision using Quilt Motion was next-level. Each quilt became more fun, and my skills improved. Plus, with free designs I found online, I could add even more variety.

And don’t get me wrong, I’m still right there as the machine quilts, but now I can do designs I never thought possible! Quilting for clients has sped up, and my work feels elevated. So, if you’re thinking about a computerized system—if not now, when? There’s never been a better time, and learning it now puts you way ahead for next year. Imagine quilting simple all-over designs or making each block unique with more precision. I only wish I’d started years ago!