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    Old 11-20-2013, 06:38 AM
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    As a complete beginner, I can say that ALL of these tips are spot on. Especially "LEARN YOUR MACHINE"! My machine doesn't have seam allowance markings (no numbers anyway), and my first attempt has been a disaster. I have ordered a good 1/4 foot, and am anxiously awaiting it's arrival.
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    Old 11-20-2013, 06:50 AM
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    Start with a small or simple project so you can gain the importance of accurate cutting and seam width. Such as a pieced table runner, small lap quilt, etc.
    Good luck and happy quilting!
    ~Neecie
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    Old 11-20-2013, 07:07 AM
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    make friends with an experienced quilter, someone who live close by, that way you can go the her or him when you get stuck and need help right away, my friend is 10 min. from my house, she has been a God send! an angel!
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    Old 11-20-2013, 07:09 AM
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    Originally Posted by Deb727
    As a complete beginner, I can say that ALL of these tips are spot on. Especially "LEARN YOUR MACHINE"! My machine doesn't have seam allowance markings (no numbers anyway), and my first attempt has been a disaster. I have ordered a good 1/4 foot, and am anxiously awaiting it's arrival.
    I would not be able to sew in a straight line if it wasn't for the 1.4" foot, I also failed cutting paper in a straight line in 1st grade, still can't cut straight!
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    Old 11-20-2013, 07:09 AM
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    Press seams and cut accurate and enjoy.
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    Old 11-20-2013, 07:14 AM
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    1- Cut carefully and sew consistent seams. If you cut a piece too small, re-cut it; do NOT try to make up the difference, by taking a less than 1/4" seam!

    1- Take your time and don't try to sew, if you're too nervous or tired, to pay attention to what you're doing.

    1- Keep fingers away from that moving needle!

    1- Discover the wonders of basting and binding, with Elmer's School Glue.

    They're all just 'one' thing.
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    Old 11-20-2013, 07:16 AM
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    Take a beginners class at your local quilt shop and join a guild for lots of help and inspiration.
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    Old 11-20-2013, 07:51 AM
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    Accuracy, accuracy, accuracy! Learn the basics and build a solid foundation before you start improvising.
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    Old 11-20-2013, 08:07 AM
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    Relax, enjoy and learn all you can.
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    Old 11-20-2013, 08:09 AM
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    when it is done and quilted and keeping you warm, no one - not even you - will see your mistakes. not your scant seams, not your missed points, not that piece you put in backwards. all they will see, and all you will see, is a completed project that shines with all the work and care that went into it.

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