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    Old 07-06-2011, 05:47 AM
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    I am "attempting" to put together a baby blanket. The front is cotton and the back is flannel. I also want to be batting in the center to make it heavier. My problem is it begins as a perfect square, but by then time In get it all stitched from end to end the cotton panel on the front is puckered. Is there a certain stitch I should use since it it flannel. What am I doing wrong!!
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    Old 07-06-2011, 06:01 AM
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    Are you using an even feed foot?
    Sounds like that might be the problem.
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    Old 07-06-2011, 06:16 AM
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    I agree, flannel stretches so a walking foot is needed.
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    Old 07-06-2011, 06:20 AM
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    Ok, that may be the problem, I will put the walking foot on. Thanks so much!!
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    I am making a baby blanket using Minkee and flannel and was having the same problem with fabric moving on me. Switched to a walking foot and it helped immensely. Good luck!
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    Old 07-06-2011, 07:26 AM
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    Maybe adjust the pressure on your pressure foot, and try lengthening your stitches too :D:D:D
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    Old 07-11-2011, 09:25 AM
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    Thanks for the suggestion of the walking foot!! It worked like a charm!!
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