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04-30-2012, 08:52 AM

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nlpakk

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Originally Posted by Pat G

I really love FMQ but find it my most challenging thing to learn yet. I may do great one day but my rhythm might be off the next. A big problem seems to be staying constant with my speed & trying to avoid sudden changes in directions ending up with points.

Then there is the matter of tension. No matter how much I adjust it I end up with a color showing up when I have to use one color on top & another in the bobbin. I've learned so much from this QB though that I am determined to get better.

Pat, I have the same problem with the tension. I just finished a quilt that was dark browns on top and a muslin color on the back and no way could I get that right.

04-30-2012, 11:10 AM

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Stitchnripper

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Originally Posted by nlpakk

Pat, I have the same problem with the tension. I just finished a quilt that was dark browns on top and a muslin color on the back and no way could I get that right.

I have heard that even expert FMQ-ers with fancy machines sometimes have this issue. I gave up trying to get it all balanced perfectly and now use the same color top and bottom unless the rare times I use invisible in the top. Also, unless it is a wall hanging, I try and make the backing have some kind of pattern because it is much more forgiving than a solid. Plus, that dreaded "practice, practice, practice"!!!