Hi- I'm new to machine quilting and scared to death!

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10-25-2011, 02:21 PM

kbishburg

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I have been sewing for years and have just finished hand quilting 2 large quilts. I also pieced together several wall hangings. Now, I've got to make my sandwich and quilt them. I am so spooked, I've almost talked myself into hand quilting at least one of them. Help!

10-25-2011, 02:23 PM

luvstitches

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Oh don't be scared! I'm sure you will do absolutely fine.
Welcome to the board from NE Ohio!

10-25-2011, 02:24 PM

quiltbugs

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Practice on something first, that's all. Just practice for awhile until you get the "feel" of it on a "practice sandwich". What kind of machine are you using?

10-25-2011, 02:35 PM

SuziC

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Hello and Welcome from New York. I was the same way before i "took the plunge" After the intitial start, it will become FUN. The key is PRACTICE so you feel comfortable doing it.

10-25-2011, 02:43 PM

Susie Quilter

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Hello and welcome from the Arkansas Ozarks.
Happy quilting.

10-25-2011, 02:50 PM

KerryK

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I feel your pain, as I am in the exact same boat. I don't have a machine that is specifically made for quilting, so that makes it scary for me. I am about ready to piece some placemats, just for DH and myself to use, so that I can practice on them. I'll see how they turn out, and who knows ... it may turn out alright, or I may stick with hand quilting! I just don't know if my Viking 940 can handle a bed quilt of any size. Time will tell. However, I can tell you this, there is a lot of knowledge on this board and graciously shared! Welcome, and enjoy!

10-25-2011, 02:51 PM

Cyn

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Welcome from NC!

10-25-2011, 02:51 PM

ckcowl

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start with practicing on some practice pieces- once you have the hang of it then do your actual projects...it takes practice.

10-25-2011, 02:54 PM

Kim Bohannon

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welcome from GA! I do recommend quilting on a sample or several samples, and there are lots of videos on youtube that can help... have fun!

10-25-2011, 03:20 PM

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kbishburg

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Funny you should ask. I went to buy a new sewing machine and decided to get an Husqvarna. DH and I will be moving to Jerusalem full time in a few years so I wanted a dual voltage machine. The only dual voltage machine was the sapphire 875 - one of their quilting machine. So, one thing led to another and here I am with 5 quilt tops already pieced but no courage to start!!!

Which machine are you using?