Phone: 913-217-7736

Hours: Mon-Wed 10-5, Thur 10-6, Fri-Sat 10-5

Joan Sews LIVE

Every Tuesday from 6 - 7 PM CST, join us live on YouTube or Facebook for Joan Sews Live. We have demos, new products, product recommendations, show and tells, special guests, and so much more. We even host a giveaway on the show EVERY week!

As you watch, you'll have the opportunity to purchase the machines, fabrics, threads, kits, and other products we talk about directly through our show - right on YouTube.

In this guide, we'll tell you how to register for Joan Sews Live, watch the live show on YouTube, and hopefully answer any questions you may have about the show and how it works.

Our goal with every episode of Joan Sews Live is to give you all the tips, tricks, and products you need, with a few laughs along the way, to be the best and most efficient quilter you can be.

As Joan says, if there's an easier way to do something, she'll find it and she'll share it with you! It's not laziness - it's efficiency!

Joan Sews Live is on YouTube and Facebook!

To watch live on Facebook, just go to the Quilters HQ Facebook page.

Not sure how to watch on YouTube? Check out the guide below!

Feel free to turn on notifications so you never miss when we go live!

How To Watch On YouTube

1. Download the YouTube App from the App Store or Google Play.

2. Login using a Gmail account

NOTE: This step is optional, however, you must login if you'd like to post comments.

3. Click the search button located at the top of the screen next to your profile image.

4. Search for the Joan Sews YouTube channel.

5. Click on the Joan Sews channel at the top as shown.

6. Click the subscribe button so you can easily access future episodes of Make It Sew as well as our library of YouTube videos.

7. When we are live, the live will show up right at the top of our channel.

NOTE: If you'd like to get a reminder before we go live, you can click on the "Upcoming Live Stream" and then click "Set Reminder" to get a notification when we go live!

Frequently Asked Questions

Watch Make It Sew on YouTube

I can't find the show. Where is it?

We always stream from our YouTube channel Quilters HQ. If you're on our YouTube channel page at 6 PM CST and you still don't see the live stream, we may be running a bit behind and have not started the show yet. In that case, just refresh the page every few minutes until we get started.

The video is blurry, lagging or pausing frequently. What's going on?

Since the show is live streamed through YouTube (It's live! Anything can happen!), the video may not be the best quality at times. This could be due to a variety of different factors, including internet speed, connection issues, issues with YouTube, etc. If you're having trouble with video quality, the best thing to do is to try exiting the video and re-joining.

Registering for Make It Sew

What information will I have to give to register?

All we need to get your products to you is your email, first and last name, phone number, and your address.

How do I register for Make It Sew?

To register, click here.

Do I have to register for each individual show?

No. Once you've registered, you're good to go! If any of your information changes (if you move to a new address, get a new phone number, etc), just give us a call or send us an email at support@quiltershq.com and we can update your information for you.

Ordering through Make It Sew

How does ordering through Make It Sew work?

Once you register, all you have to do is leave a comment during our live show with the product you want to purchase. After each show, we go through the comments and create an invoice for the products you ordered. Then, we'll email you the invoice. Once we receive your payment, we ship the order to the address you registered with.

How long will it take to receive my item(s) after I order?

Times will vary depending on your location, when we receive your payment, etc. We typically review the orders and put together the invoices within one or two days after the live show, but sometimes life happens and we take a little longer. If you ever have a question about a specific order, you can always contact us on Facebook, give us a call at (913) 322-6443, or email us at support@quiltershq.com. If you're local to us, you can always choose to pick up your order in-store.

Make It Sew Weekly Giveaway

How do I enter the weekly giveaway?

All you have to do to enter is leave a comment on the live show while you're watching and follow our Facebook page Quilters HQ.

How is the giveaway winner chosen?

The winner is chosen randomly.

How do I know if I've won the giveaway?

The winner is always announced on the following week's episode of Make It Sew, so make sure to tune in!

I won the giveaway! What do I do now?

Congratulations! To claim your prize, contact us with your name, address, and email.

I've won a giveaway in the past. Can I win again?

Yes! Every giveaway is a new opportunity to win, so be sure to enter every week!

Quilting Services

What type of quilting services do you offer?

We specialize in edge-to-edge longarm quilting with over 200+ digital designs. We also offer finishing services like serging the quilt edges and 2" machine binding.

Can I bring my own batting and backing?

Yes! You are welcome to bring your own batting and backing or choose from our premium in-store selections.

Reminder: Both batting and backing should be 8 inches longer and wider than your quilt top.

What are your batting options?

We carry high-quality batting, including:

80/20 Cotton-Poly Blend
Wool Batting
Polyester

What size should my binding strips be?

Binding strips should be 2 inches wide, pieced together with 45-degree seams, and left flat (do not fold or press).

How do I calculate how much binding I need?

Add up the lengths of all four sides of your quilt, then divide by 40. Round up to the nearest whole number to determine how many 2" strips you'll need.

Example: A 60" x 70" quilt:

60 + 60 + 70 + 70 = 260 inches total.

260 ÷ 40 = 6.5, so plan for 7 strips.

Should I trim my quilt top or backing before bringing it in?

Please leave both your quilt top and backing untrimmed. We will make sure everything is squared up as needed.

Can I choose my thread color?

Absolutely! We use the Superior Threads—So Fine! line and offer a variety of colors.

How long does quilting take?

Turnaround times vary based on our current workload and the size of your quilt, but we will provide an estimated completion date when you drop it off.

Do I need an appointment to drop off my quilt?

No appointment is necessary, just stop by! But if you'd like to schedule a consultation to discuss patterns, thread, and options, we'd be happy to help.

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