Custom Machine Quilt A Snow Day Quilt with Natalia Bonner

In this PNQ Academy video, join professional machine quilter Natalia Bonner as she custom machine quilts the cozy and whimsical Snow Day quilt—a heartwarming project filled with charming handwork and seasonal delight.

In this 43-minute lesson, Natalia expertly combines precise ruler quilting with thoughtful hand-guided outlining to enhance every detail of the embroidered elements. You'll follow along as she carefully plans, marks, and quilts around the unique handwork, preserving its beauty while adding structure and style through custom quilting.

Using So Fine! thread, Quilter’s Dream Poly Deluxe batting, and a few of her favorite rulers, including the 4-N-1 and Mini 4-N-1 Machine Quilting Rulers, Natalia shows how to transform this already special quilt top into a finished masterpiece.

What You’ll Learn:

❄️ Handwork Outlining – Learn how to quilt around embroidery and handwork with precision and care.
❄️ Ruler Quilting Techniques – See how Natalia uses her go-to rulers to add crisp lines and clean structure.
❄️ Custom Planning for Unique Quilts – Discover how to approach quilting for non-traditional quilts that include embroidery or mixed techniques.
❄️ Tips for Smooth Stitching – Get Natalia’s advice on marking, spacing, and quilting with confidence.

Materials Used in This Video:

🔹 Quilt Pattern: Snow Day - CrabApple Hill
🔹 Pieced and Hand-Embroidered by: Erolyn P.
🔹 Thread: So Fine!
🔹 Bobbin Thread: Pre-wound SuperBobs
🔹 Batting: Quilter’s Dream Poly Deluxe
🔹 Longarm Machine: Gammill 22" with stitch regulation (13 SPI)

Rulers & Tools:

🔧 4-N-1 Machine Quilting Ruler
🔧 Mini 4-N-1 Machine Quilting Ruler
🔧 Ruler Foot & Ruler Base

Why Join PNQ Academy?

PNQ Academy offers access to over 160 machine quilting tutorials—plus two new videos added every month. Whether you're enhancing handwork, quilting modern masterpieces, or working through timeless patterns, PNQ Academy gives you the skills and inspiration to grow with every stitch.

🎥 This video is available exclusively to PNQ Academy and PNQ Unlimited members. Join today and quilt along with Natalia—one snowflake at a time!