Custom Machine Quilting A Tulanova Quilt with Natalia Bonner
In this exclusive PNQ Academy video, Natalia takes you behind the scenes of quilting one of her most personal and special quilts — her very own hand-pieced TulaNova by Tula Pink. You’ll see her full process, from carefully marking and creating incredible backgrounds and borders to adding stunning quilting directly onto the quilt. Natalia shares her thought process step by step, demonstrating how she combines ruler work, free-motion designs, and careful planning to bring this quilt to life.
This video is not just about the stitches — it’s about watching the transformation of a quilt filled with meaning and creativity, while picking up practical tips and inspiration you can apply to your own quilting projects.
Whether you’re here to learn techniques, see Natalia’s favorite rulers in action, or just enjoy spending time in the quilting studio, you’ll love this in-depth look at her TulaNova journey.
Materials Used on This Quilt
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Thread: So Fine! #408, #475, #433, #420, #440, #418, #402
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Batting: Quilter’s Dream Poly Deluxe
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Marking Tool: Mark B Gone Marker
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Rulers:
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Long Straight Ruler from The Quilted Pineapple
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Quilting Machine: Gammill 22"
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Settings: Stitch-regulated mode at 13 SPI
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Accessories: Ruler Foot, Ruler Base
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Quilt Pattern: TulaNova by Tula Pink
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Piecing: Hand pieced by Natalia Bonner
About PNQ Academy
PNQ Academy is home to over 150 exclusive instructional videos where Natalia invites you into her studio to watch her custom machine quilt incredible quilts from start to finish. Each video feels like spending the day quilting alongside Natalia — but in just a few minutes, you’ll be filled with inspiration and ready to try new techniques on your own projects. With new videos added every month, PNQ Academy is the perfect place to expand your quilting skills, explore creative designs, and gain confidence at your machine.
Join the Academy for just $12 per month and unlock the full library, or purchase this single video outright for $6.99.