help with preventing gathering on back of quilt when hand quilting
05-26-2012, 08:16 AM
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Before I acquired my 4'x8' table which I use to baste on now, I used to go to our local elementary school after hours (in the afternoon) and ask if I might use one or two of the cafeteria tables (pushed together). They were very obliging as it was a most unusual request. Sometimes, the staff would mosey in just to get a look at my work in progress and were very supportive and interested in my work.
Originally Posted by stefanib123
How do you guys suggest thread basting? The only time I tried it, I had the quilt in the floor and it killed my back!
05-26-2012, 08:17 AM
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I have a cutting table that is counter height that I use. I suppose you could use a kitchen island, or sit w/ your rolley chair and slide up and down your dining room table. I don't do hands and knees anymore either!
05-26-2012, 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by stefanib123
How do you guys suggest thread basting? The only time I tried it, I had the quilt in the floor and it killed my back!
05-26-2012, 11:42 PM
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basting layers of a quit
Originally Posted by Prism99
The Sharon Schamber Youtube videos I posted previously in this thread demonstrate a way to baste on a table -- very easy on the back!
05-31-2012, 08:43 PM
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Sharon Schamers DVDs provide the best insight on basting a quilt I've ever seen. Definitely changed my perspective on basting a quilt.
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