Quilters "Piecers" as a rule need to learn what there long arm Quilters have to deal with and how to prepare there quilt for the for the best possible result. To many times I have heard oh don't worry about that it will quilt out... oh how wrong! Any problem you have in piecing magnifies as you go forward in your quilt. Please take the time to learn and take your time to do your best work, it will always pay off in the end result. Before you take your quilt to your long arm quilter take the time to ask them what they expect to have done or how best to prepare your quilt for them. Those that have been doing this for a while will have a check list for you, making the experience enjoyable for both of you.