Frequently Asked Quilty Questions
& The Answers
Q: What do I need to bring with me in order to have Doodle Quilting Studio (DQS) quilt my top?
A: You will need to bring your quilt top (at a minimum). We can help you with your batting and backing choices in studio. We have a nice selection of 108” wide back fabrics and a variety of batting choices. You may bring your own batting, which can be packaged or folded. If you are bringing your backing in, it needs to be squared and recently ironed.
If ironing needs to be done in order to get the top or backing loaded without wrinkles, you will be charge a Q.I (Quilters Inconvenience) fee of $15.00 - as that takes away from the time spent quilting!
We recommend at least 3-4 inches extra on all sides for your back for cotton and 6 inches extra for minkee or flannel.
Q: What type of batting should I bring/buy?
A: We are not particular about what kind of batting you bring/buy, as long as it is quality*. You may purchase batting directly from us at the studio. It will be included on your invoice when you pick up your quilt! We have a range of battings from 100% cotton, 50/50 cotton/bamboo blend, wool and other blends.
*Examples of Quality battings: Quilters Dream Cotton, Warm & Natural, & Hobbs. (These ones are the higher quality battings, in my opinion)
Want some more advice on How to Choose the Right Batting? Check out a great article from Suzy Quilts on exactly that subject!
Q: How long does it take for d.q.s to finish my quilt? What if I need it back quickly?
A: Edge-to-edge work has a typical turn around of 4 weeks currently, during the holidays it may be longer. We can accommodate rush jobs on edge-to-edge work on occasion and it is subject to our queue load.
For Custom work it can vary from a month to a few months depending on how much work is in my queue. The goal at Doodle is to produce quality work, so if I believe it will take longer to work the quilty-magic on your top, I will most certainly let you know ahead of time!
This is also subject to the projected start date. You may drop off to me earlier than your projected start date, however, all quilts are done in order, so the turn around time is calculated from start date, not in-take date.
Q: Where do I drop off/pick up my quilt?
A: We are located in the same building as Seams Like Home Quilt Shop. You can park in the SLH parking lot but when you enter the front doors of the building, turn left instead of right! We are open regular hours Monday - Friday from 11am to 3pm. If you cannot make it during these times we have a convenient drop box you can use (for both drop off and pick up), as well as by appointment. Please feel free to email us (hello@doodlequiltingstudio.com) or call (907.764.4086) for an appointment.
If you pay for your quilt(s) via your invoice you may use our box for quilt pick up, which is available during the SLH open hours (M-F 10am to 6pm, Sat 10am to 5pm and Sun 11am to 3pm).
Our studio location address: 2153 E. 88th Ave Anchorage, AK 99507 - this is adjacent to the Carrs Grocery Store off Abbott!
Seams Like Home staff is not authorized to return quilts to you, unless arrangements have been made prior to our scheduled pick up. Please do not ask them to retrieve your quilt. For liability reasons I prefer to keep the number of people handing your quilt, and others' quilts to a minimum. If you cannot make our appointment, please just let me know - I understand life happens and am flexible to arrange another time!