Such a "Fraidy Cat"
06-01-2015, 06:56 AM
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Such a "Fraidy Cat"
I have had a new Babylock Tiara II for 2 months and I haven't quilted with her yet. At first I told hubby I needed large cones of thread which I ordered on Massdrop and took forever to get here. I have no more excuses. I'm just plain scared to try using her for the first time. Afraid of failing. I am going to try to take the plunge one day this week. I don't know why that big machine intimidates me.
06-01-2015, 07:23 AM
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just put some plain muslin on and practice writing in cursive, draw, just get used to how it feels, and most of all enjoy yourself!
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06-01-2015, 07:33 AM
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Go on it won't bite or tell tales if you mess up. But as you will be a success you can shout from the tree tops.
if you are still timid ask where you purchased from for the free lesson you are owed.
if you are still timid ask where you purchased from for the free lesson you are owed.
06-01-2015, 07:49 AM
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You are not alone. I let my HQ Sweet 16 sit for quite awhile before I worked up the courage to start, and I've heard quite a few other people say the same. Why not take it in small steps. Go and thread your machine for starters, wind a bobbin, check your bobbin tension. Get familiar with your machine so it doesn't feel like a stranger. I would suggest not starting on a real quilt; do some practice sandwiches first. You will be thrilled once you get going.
06-01-2015, 07:56 AM
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I am the same way! I don't care what "new" machine it is. This spills out into household type appliances as well. I once bought a baby lock serger and it took a year to get the nerve to use it. (20 years ago) The last machine I was intimidated by was a radiant/convection heat oven. Three weeks sitting there and I only just used it a couple days ago.
06-01-2015, 08:12 AM
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Check out the videos on your particular machine. Failing is a process of the learning cycle. I feel that way with all the technology devices. DH says to look at it like it's only metal and plastic.
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