Thread: Straight line vs Fmq

Thanks for the suggestion Jan on the book. I ordered one too as it seems others have done. I can only imagine these book sellers are going to be perplexed at all of a sudden these orders coming in for this book that has probably been sitting there on their shelves for a while.

Ha! I ordered and also, and was thinking the same thing.

Originally Posted by citruscountyquilter

Thanks for the suggestion Jan on the book. I ordered one too as it seems others have done. I can only imagine these book sellers are going to be perplexed at all of a sudden these orders coming in for this book that has probably been sitting there on their shelves for a while.

We all have different styles and techniques. FQM ain't the only thing out there, so do what makes you happy, otherwise what you love will become a source of frustration.

I agree. I am a new quilter, self taught. So, I just go with what I like

I am not good at all with FMQ so almost all my quilts are straight line. Whether SID, 1/4 inch or cross hatch (which I love). Every once in a while I will attempt FMQ meandering in the background on a small piece

I do both kinds of quilting, fmq and straightline (cross hatching and SITD). I personally think that each quilt I make will tell me what type it needs, but I also take into consideration what the recipient will like. If it is going to a man/boy, then straightline quilting seems more appropriate. But if going to a woman/girl, then the curvy type of quilting seems more desired. Quilting is an art all in its own and can be as simple or intricate as desired.

I agree with Buckeye Rose and let the quilt tell me how to quilt it. I, too, love straight-line quilting but I keep working on FMQ improving a little with each one I do. Do whatever style quilting works for you. Although if I had to hand quilt (as beautiful as it is), I would never make a quilt. Ha! My fingers just can't take it.

this is what I've done also. I have done some echoing but only on the small stuff like mug rugs, placemats.

Originally Posted by Jeanne S

I have never gotten the hang of FMQ so only quilt with my walking foot. I do straight lines 1" or 2" apart (not SID) or genial curves in an S pattern vertically down the quilt. Edge to edge, no threads to bury either!!