Maynard Longarm Quilting — Pantograph Design

Avalon Pantograph

Avalon brings a delightful blend of nature’s charm to your quilt with its playful songbirds and flowing floral swirls. This edge-to-edge design creates an airy, whimsical feel that’s perfect for adding personality without overwhelming your quilt top. It suits a wide range of styles, from bright pieced blocks to soft baby quilts, delivering even coverage that highlights your fabrics beautifully. The no-backstitching rows make it efficient on our Bernina Q24, saving time and thread while ensuring smooth, professional results. Quilters love how Avalon transforms everyday tops into heirloom treasures.

Vibrant patchwork quilt held by diverse group outdoors under sunny sky. — Maynard Longarm QuiltingPhoto by Tahir Xəlfə on Pexels

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About This Design

Avalon Edge-to-Edge 2 showcases a fun, flirtatious songbird motif intertwined with open, flowing swirls and bright floral elements that dance across the quilt. Sized at 10 x 15.5 inches, it offers medium density with smooth curves that stitch out cleanly on computerized longarms like our Bernina Q24. Rows are designed without overstitching or nesting, allowing straight advancement for quick, even quilting. The pattern’s scale provides balanced coverage, making it forgiving on varied quilt sizes while maintaining visual interest. When scaled smaller, adjust stitch length for true curves; enlargement works well for larger quilts. Motifs repeat seamlessly, creating a cohesive, eye-catching all-over effect that elevates any quilt top.

Best For

  • Bright floral pieced quilts
  • Whimsical bird-themed tops
  • Baby and kids quilts
  • Traditional block patterns
  • Modern minimalist backgrounds
  • Medallion-style centers
  • Seasonal spring or garden quilts

Thread Pairing

Pair Avalon with soft pastels like blush pink or sky blue threads to echo the songbirds and swirls without competing with your fabrics. Neutral tones such as warm ivory or light gray provide subtle elegance, letting the design’s motifs shine on busier prints. For bolder quilts, try variegated greens and yellows to mimic foliage and flowers, enhancing the natural whimsy. Always test on scraps to ensure the thread’s sheen complements your batting and backing.

Density & Time on Frame

Avalon delivers medium density at roughly 200-250 stitches per square inch, offering good loft without excessive buildup. On our Bernina Q24 frame, a twin-size quilt typically takes 4-6 hours, depending on scale and batting thickness. King-size quilts run 8-12 hours due to the efficient no-backtrack rows. Time savings come from straight row advancement; fluffier battings may add 20% more time from drag.

Customer Quilts Quilted in Avalon

Loriann’s Loriann’s “Aqua Square”Joann’s Joann’s “Baby”Cathy’s Cathy’s “Houses & Steps”Doreen’s Doreen’s “Irish Round-a-round”Carol’s Carol’s “Easy Lone Star”Jaimee’s Jaimee’s “Baby Scrappy”Barb’s Barb’s “4-Patchy”

How to Request Avalon

Select Avalon from the pantograph dropdown in our online quote form, noting Edge-to-Edge 2 for the songbird version. Add any scale preferences or color notes in the comments. We’ll confirm fit for your quilt dimensions and provide a custom quote within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What file formats is Avalon available in?

Avalon supports all major computerized longarm formats including BQM, CQP, DXF, HQF, IQP, PAT, PLT, QCC, QLI, SSD, TXT, and WMF. This ensures seamless compatibility with our Bernina Q24 system. Embroidery formats are also available if needed for other machines.

Does Avalon require nesting rows?

No, Avalon Edge-to-Edge 2 rows do not nest and feature no overstitching for straightforward quilting. Advance rows straight ahead on the frame. This design choice speeds up the process significantly.

Can I resize the Avalon pattern?

Yes, Avalon can be enlarged or reduced while maintaining quality. Smaller scales need shorter stitch lengths for smooth curves. We’ll optimize sizing for your quilt on our Q24.

Is Avalon good for beginners?

Absolutely, its simple motifs and no-backtracking make Avalon forgiving and quick. It provides pro-level results even on first tries. Perfect for quilters new to pantographs.

How does Avalon look on minky backing?

Avalon excels on minky with its medium density preventing bulk. The flowing swirls add texture without drag issues. Use a smaller scale for king-size minky quilts.

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Mention “Avalon” when you fill out the quote form, or attach a reference photo.

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