Frequently Asked Questions
Share some info about your studio setup and your location.
I am blessed to have an entire second floor apartment of a two family house as my studio. It is a serene & smoke free environment. My rescued kitty keeps me company from her own perching point and is very scared of the running longarm! The longarm room, is flooded with Sunlight streaming in from large windows all times during the day. My studio is located in the small & dynamic town of Carteret, in Middlesex County, New Jersey, 07008. Located right off Exit 12 on New Jersey Turnpike/I-95, I am very close to New York City and it's Metro areas as well.
Can I mail my quilt project to you?
Yes, mail orders are welcome. Please Email me and I will send you a link to my Quilting Request Form for submitting the details of your quilt before mailing it to me. Please do not mail the project to me prior to arranging the mailing with me to ensure that I be available to receive the package upon it's arrival.
Can I drop off/pick up my quilt at your studio?
Yes, you can. If you plan to be in the area, you are welcome to drop off/pick up your quilt, provided you Email me to set up a convenient time.
What is your turnaround time?
Typically my turnaround time is 4 to 6 weeks from the date of receipt of your quilt for all over Edge 2 Edge computerized quilting. There are times during the year that it might be longer than 4 to 6 weeks for computerized quilting. It's best to check with me when you have finished your top and are ready to send it my way for the most current turnaround time. Custom Quilting turnaround could be longer than 4 to 6 weeks please check with me for turnaround time for Custom Quilting.
How should I prepare my backing fabric?
The Backing should be 8" wider and 8" longer than the Quilt Top . Ex: if your Quilt top is 50"X60", the Backing should be 58"X68". Additional charges will apply if the backing is not adequately large or is not squared.
What is your minimum charge for each project?
Minimum charge for each project is $75.00 for computerized Edge to Edge quilting and $150.00 for Custom Quilting.
What are your prices for Edge to Edge all over quilting?
Regular Edge to Edge/all over quilting designs are $0.025 per square inch. View them here.
Premium Edge to Edge/all over designs are $0.035 per square inch. View them here.
If you have any specific design in mind, please let me know and I will add it to my library of designs at no additional cost to you. Additional charges may apply depending on each project and it's need. I will send you an estimate and have your approval before any additional work and charges are applied to your project. Above prices are current prices as of Jan 2015 for Edge 2 Edge only it does not reflect prices for Custom Quilting. Prices are subject to change at sole Discretion of Krishma Quilts.
Do you do Custom Quilting?
Yes. I do. To maintain a quick turnaround I try to limit the number of custom quilting requests that I take. If you have a quilt top for custom quilting please email me a picture of the quilt and we can go over more details. Please note that custom quilting has to be scheduled ahead of time to allow for best result of execution and artistic expression. Please do not mail in your quilt for custom quilting without checking my availability to take in your project.
What type of Batting do you provide?
I currently stock, Warm & Natural Cotton, Warm & White Blend - 50% Cotton & 50% Poly, Quilters Dream Cotton, Quilters Dream Polyester. Rates per yard will vary on the type, size & loft of batting chosen. You are also welcome to provide your own batting. Please ensure that it is a good shop quality quilting batting.
What type of Thread do you use? Do you have any Thread Charges?
I do not charge extra as thread charges for any Edge to Edge/allover quilting designs. Provided, you go with either Sew Fine Poly or YLI Poly or Glide Poly. That said, I may accommodate a reasonable request for any other type at no extra cost to you. However, please note it may delay your turnaround time if a thread has to be ordered for your project, as I have no control over the availability or delivery time frame of such order.
Do you offer a rush service?
Yes. For an additional $100 per quilt your order can be completed in 2 business days from date of receipt (not including transit time). Rush order requests are accepted for digitized Edge to Edge Quilting Pantograph designs ONLY. To be fair to all my clients I restrict the number of rush orders I accept and at certain times I may refuse to accept a rush order.
How much is shipping?
I use USPS Priority Mail for shipping all finished quilts. I charge actual shipping charges that the carrier charges and nothing additional. Final shipping cost for each package depends on the size and weight of the finished quilt. Depending on the finished weight of your project you can expect it to be between $12 to $20.
How and when do I pay?
Once I have finished the quilting, I will email you an Invoice. The Invoice must be paid within 15 days from date of issue. Invoices not paid within 15 days will result in the quilt becoming the property of Krishma Quilts. I accept online payment via PayPal using any of your Credit Cards or Debit Cards. If you are unable to pay via Paypal please let me know and we can discuss an alternate arrangement.
If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to Contact Me. Thank You for visiting me! I would love to Quilt for you!
