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  1. 10-26-2014, 06:28 PM #1
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    Suggestions?

    Hi everyone, I started quilting about 13/14 years ago with my mom. Collecting the fabric was so much fun. I have enough for a life time and then some. My problem is I've lost interest. I haven't done much of anything for two maybe three years. I keep on telling myself to get back into it, but I just don't. I know there are some people that have had dry spells, but for this long. I have way to much fabric to stop. I would love to know how to machine quilt, I see all the gorgeous quilts and I think why bother. A person makes a quilt but you can't afford to have it quilted. I have bought a lot of how to classes on Craftsy and watch a little but get tired and quit. How long did it take the ladies and gentleman in this group to learn how to machine quilt and do it well? Do any of you have any suggestions on how I can get motivated again? Please help!
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  2. 10-26-2014, 06:32 PM #2
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    I haven't learned to machine quilt as yet so no help there. As for getting motivated again maybe looking up a local quilting guild in your area and joining might just be the ticket. I'm sure there are lots of ladies in the guild that would be happy to share with you and you might just make some really good friends. I have found that quilters are the best people in the world. Hope this inspires you.
    Families are like old quilts....although they tend to unravel at times...each can be stitched back together with love.
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  3. 10-26-2014, 06:34 PM #3
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    I hadn't worked on quilts in ten years. Sent all my fabric to my mother. Then I had time again but couldn't get motivated. I started taking classes at my LQS and haven't stopped since. The commaderie we have motivates me. I've been going strong for 6 months. Have finished 5 quilt tops. My mom is a longarmer so that helps too. She still makes me pay her though
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  4. 10-26-2014, 06:36 PM #4
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    Have you tried quilting with your walking foot? It is so easy, straight lines or gentle curves, and the quilts look great without a lot of time. I haven't spent the time to learn to FMQ because I am happy using the walking foot.
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  5. 10-26-2014, 06:49 PM #5
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    Hi Dreaming, Seems like we are in the same boat. I really really sympathize with you. I feel stuck in the UFO universe. Wish I could inspire you. Posted this so that you know that you are not alone. Maybe we need to start a "kick in the pants club"?????
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    Find a cause. I make bags for beads of courage.org When I am quilted out I make bags for kids with cancer or other serious illnesses
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  7. 10-29-2014, 09:40 AM #7
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    Quote Originally Posted by patski View Post
    Find a cause. I make bags for beads of courage.org When I am quilted out I make bags for kids with cancer or other serious illnesses
    ^^^^This!!
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    Hey, welcome to the SABLE Club (Stash Accumulated Beyond Life Expectancy)!! I made my first quilt about 7 years ago and bought a longarm 9 months after that - my favorite part is the longarm, so I really can't help you on the FMQ with a DSM. The straight line quilting that is easier on a DSM looks lovely. If you want to learn FMQ, you should check out Leah Day - she has 365 different designs that she has videos for that she walks/talks you through making that design. To get motivated again, I would suggest that you find a bee group that meets every week for sewing and friendship! Having 6 or so ladies to meet with every week where you can encourage each other and really become friends...priceless!! Had a group like that when I was in Florida...so wonderful that I am still a member of the group even though I am back home in Washington - can't beat Vit. F!!!
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  9. 10-26-2014, 07:24 PM #9
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    My enthusiasm for machine quilting sparked when I finally found a batting that made it easier to maneuver the quilt sandwich under the harp.
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  10. 10-28-2014, 06:53 AM #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by Terri D. View Post
    My enthusiasm for machine quilting sparked when I finally found a batting that made it easier to maneuver the quilt sandwich under the harp.
    Will you share which batting?
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