Conover Quilt Company

Conover Quilt Company is a locally owned and operated quilt and sewing supply store situated at 106 1st St E. in Conover, North Carolina. It sells fabrics, patterns, longarm and sewing machines, sewing cabinets, threads, and notions. The store also offers classes, calendars, longarm services, and online shopping for customers who prefer to browse from home.

The business is operated by Nancy and Mark Price, with their daughter Jennifer also working in the store. Nancy was taught to sew from a young age by her mother and later earned a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration and Law. Mark is an Army veteran who has worked in upholstery for over 15 years and has been sewing all his life.

Customers can find a wide variety of quilting fabrics including batiks, prints, solids, flannel, precuts, panels, and wide backing options. The thread selection includes cotton, polyester, solid, and variegated options in different fibers and weights. Additionally, the shop offers sewing machines, furniture, and accessories for various projects.

The store provides longarm quilting services using a Grace Company 21X Elite Quilting machine with QCT Pro 6 automation on a 12' frame. They also utilize a Bernina Q20 on a 10' studio frame for free motion and pantograph patterns. These services help save time and provide a professional finish for large or bulky quilt projects.

Quilting classes include beginner quilting and applique offerings where customers can learn alongside others. To find upcoming classes, visitors should visit the Classes page and review individual listings for project details, skill levels, and supply requirements. Contacting the shop is recommended if specific enrollment information is needed.

Basic edge-to-edge design costs $0.02 per square inch, while medium basic to medium density designs cost $0.025 per square inch. High density to complex edge-to-edge designs are priced at $0.03 per square inch. A minimum quilting cost of $50 applies to all services regardless of size.

Free shipping is offered on orders over $250, and the store accepts both in-person visits and online browsing. The online shop allows customers to explore categories and product details at their own pace without needing to visit the physical location. In-person shopping lets customers see materials together and discuss projects directly with staff.

The store is located at 106 1st St E. Conover, NC 28613, serving customers from Conover and nearby Hickory. The business operates Tuesday through Friday from 10am to 6pm, Saturday from 9am to 3pm, and is closed on Sunday and Monday. Customers can call (828) 465-6606 for questions before visiting.

Jennifer, the daughter of the owners, works in the store and assists with computer programming and creating personalized designs. She helps match and coordinate fabrics if a customer cannot find one in the library or online. Her expertise supports the shop's goal of providing the best customer service and products possible.

For backing and batting, the store sells batting by the yard and offers wide backing fabrics. Piece backing costs $15, while piece/provide backing includes the cost of fabrics plus a $15 piecing charge. Quilt trimming services are available for up to Lap size for $5 and Twin to King for $10.

Binding options include double machine sewn binding at $0.25 per linear inch or machine sewn binding to one side only at $0.20 per linear inch. Piece/press/provide binding costs the fabric price plus $5 for up to Lap size or $10 for Twin to King. These services ensure a professional finish for the final quilt.

To get started, customers can browse the online catalog or visit the store to explore the selection in person. They can also call (828) 465-6606 to speak with a staff member about specific products or classes. Planning a visit involves checking the store hours and ensuring the quilt top is freshly pressed and free of loose threads before service.

You can reach Conover Quilt Company by phone at +1(828) 465-6606.

The official website of Conover Quilt Company is conoverquilt.com.