{"product_id":"3481876","title":"Custom Quilting the Labyrinth Walk Quilt: Creating Bold Texture with Straight Lines","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin professional machine quilter Natalia Bonner inside the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.piecenquilt.com\/bundles\/piece-n-quilt-academy\"\u003ePNQ Academy\u003c\/a\u003e as she custom quilts the striking Labyrinth Walk quilt using simple straight lines, carefully planned spacing, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/collections\/rulers\"\u003e4-N-1 and Mini 4-N-1 Machine Quilting Rulers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this real-time instructional video, Natalia shares her complete quilting process while demonstrating how consistent linework can enhance the movement and dimension already created by the quilt’s bold geometric piecing. Rather than introducing complicated quilting motifs, she allows the fabric colors, angles, and construction of the quilt to guide every quilting decision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the Labyrinth Walk quilt is filled with intersecting lines and strong color changes, seeing only a small portion of the quilt inside the throat space can feel overwhelming. Natalia explains how she simplifies the process by treating the quilt like a paint-by-number—assigning a specific quilting design and spacing to each fabric color before beginning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outside black border is quilted with black thread and evenly spaced ½\" lines, while the black sections throughout the body of the quilt are filled with tighter ¼\" spacing. The lightest gray strips receive a simple straight line positioned ¼\" from each outside edge, allowing those areas to remain more open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe medium gray fabric is quilted with ½\" spaced lines that follow the 45-degree angle of the piecing. On the darkest gray fabric, Natalia alternates ½\" and ¼\" spacing while continuing to follow the same 45-degree angle. These subtle changes in spacing create contrast, texture, and visual interest without distracting from the quilt’s dramatic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the inside 45-degree marked line on the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/collections\/rulers\"\u003e4-N-1 Machine Quilting Ruler\u003c\/a\u003e, Natalia demonstrates how she lines the ruler up with the ditch while also following the ½\" reference markings. This simple ruler-placement technique helps her maintain both the correct angle and consistent spacing throughout the quilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatalia also shares practical tips for quilting black thread on black fabric. Because black-on-black stitching can be difficult to see, she often turns off the overhead lights and relies on natural light from a nearby window. For her, this creates better contrast and makes the stitching easier to follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll also learn how Natalia manages the quilt inside the limited throat space of the longarm. After quilting the top border, she advances the quilt only a few inches, giving herself additional room to quilt more of the body during each pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the video, Natalia reminds you that custom quilting does not have to feel complicated. Once the quilting plan has been established, the process becomes a matter of moving from one fabric color to the next and filling each section with its assigned line design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatalia also discusses marking dark fabrics with a White Mark-B-Gone marker. To remove temporary markings, she recommends mixing 1 cup of filtered water with 1 teaspoon of baking soda in the Piece N Quilt Misting Spray Bottle. The slightly alkaline solution changes the pH of the temporary marking dye, helping the color disappear. Always test the solution on your fabric first, and never apply heat until you are 100% certain every marking has been removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuilted on a Gammill 22\" longarm in stitch-regulated mode at 14 stitches per inch, this video is filled with straight-line quilting inspiration, ruler quilting techniques, planning tips, and practical ideas for creating dramatic texture with simple designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re quilting a bold geometric quilt, working with dark fabrics, or looking for ways to make straight-line quilting feel more intentional, this video will help you simplify your plan, trust the process, and confidently make each quilting design your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Supplies Used\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuilt Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Labyrinth Walk Quilt Pattern\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMachine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Gammill 22\" Longarm\u003cbr\u003e• Stitch-Regulated Mode, 14 Stitches Per Inch (SPI)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThread\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/collections\/thread\/So-Fine!\"\u003eSo Fine! Thread #410 and #408\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBobbin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/collections\/prewound-bobbins\"\u003ePre-Wound SuperBOBs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBatting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/collections\/batting\"\u003eQuilter’s Dream Poly Deluxe Batting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRulers \u0026amp; Tools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/collections\/rulers\"\u003e• 4-N-1 Machine Quilting Ruler\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/collections\/rulers\"\u003e• Mini 4-N-1 Machine Quilting Ruler\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/collections\/rulers\"\u003e• Piece N Quilt PopSocket Ruler Grip\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Ruler Foot\u003cbr\u003e• Ruler Base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatured Quilting Techniques\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Custom Straight-Line Machine Quilting\u003cbr\u003e• Ruler Quilting\u003cbr\u003e• 45-Degree Angled Line Quilting\u003cbr\u003e• Consistent ¼\" and ½\" Spacing\u003cbr\u003e• Alternating Line Spacing\u003cbr\u003e• Quilting Black Thread on Black Fabric\u003cbr\u003e• Fabric-by-Fabric Quilting Plans\u003cbr\u003e• Custom Border Quilting\u003cbr\u003e• Managing Throat Space on a Longarm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You’ll Love This Video\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Learn how to simplify a complicated geometric quilt with a fabric-by-fabric quilting plan\u003cbr\u003e• Discover how to treat your quilting design like a paint-by-number\u003cbr\u003e• Learn how changing line spacing creates contrast and visual interest\u003cbr\u003e• See how Natalia uses the 45-degree markings on the 4-N-1 Machine Quilting Ruler\u003cbr\u003e• Learn how to maintain consistent ¼\" and ½\" spacing\u003cbr\u003e• Discover Natalia’s tips for seeing black thread while quilting on black fabric\u003cbr\u003e• Learn how to quilt more of the quilt body during each longarm pass\u003cbr\u003e• Gain confidence creating dramatic texture with simple straight lines\u003cbr\u003e• See Natalia’s complete real-time custom quilting process\u003cbr\u003e• Gather techniques and inspiration you can adapt to your own quilts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can purchase this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.piecenquilt.com\/bundles\/piece-n-quilt-academy\"\u003ePNQ Academy\u003c\/a\u003e video individually and gain unlimited lifetime access to this one video.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—or—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.piecenquilt.com\/bundles\/piece-n-quilt-academy\"\u003ePNQ Academy\u003c\/a\u003e membership and gain access to this video, plus 200+ additional instructional quilting videos, as long as your membership remains active. Two brand-new videos are added to the Academy every month.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter enrollment or purchase, your video will automatically be added to your Classroom Dashboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTo Access Your Videos:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Visit Piece N Quilt and click “Classroom Dashboard” near the top of the screen\u003cbr\u003e• Log in using the exact email address used during enrollment or purchase\u003cbr\u003e• Your enrolled videos and classes will appear directly inside your dashboard library\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.piecenquilt.com\/bundles\/piece-n-quilt-academy\"\u003ePNQ Academy\u003c\/a\u003e is designed to feel like spending the day quilting alongside Natalia—watching her complete process, learning her techniques, understanding the “why” behind every quilting decision, and gathering inspiration you can return to again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eJoin PNQ Academy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoin \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.piecenquilt.com\/bundles\/piece-n-quilt-academy\"\u003ePNQ Academy\u003c\/a\u003e for just $12 per month for full library access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—or—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase this video individually for $6.99.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thinkific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49429071298788,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0560\/0955\/6154\/files\/labyrinth.jpg?v=1784309181","url":"https:\/\/www.piecenquilt.com\/en-ca\/products\/3481876","provider":"Piece N Quilt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}