Bug Lady

Don't forget that patterns are based on a 1/4" seam. It took me some time to adjust from regular sewing to quilt piecing but stick with the accurate 1/4" seam. I also had to slow down the speed of the machine or my heavy foot.

Maybe your previous quilt came apart due to the quilting more than 5 inches apart? Hang in there and know you will enjoy the process.
Karen

MsHeirloom

One of my first quilting books back in the 70s was by Barbara Johanna. She advocated using 1/2" seams. Most of my quilts made with quilting cottons have 1/4" seams to reduce bulk. I make denim quilts for graduation presents and use 1/2" seams for durability. I often use 1/2" seams in baby quilts for the same reason.