Anybody else give up on FMQ?
#31
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#32
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well I have been practicing a bit and yesterday I finally did feel a bit more relaxed and when I look at what I did, it is not perfect but it doesn't look too bad. I am just practicing fills and making up the patterns as I go. I have some free motion books and will look at some of the samples and just do my thing. I don't try and be exact, just getting used to moving the fabric around by controlling the machine. In a bit, I am going to move on to the UFO quilt I have that needs fill patterns and I will be using a thinner thread that blends in and just work on making a textured fill.
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well I have been practicing a bit and yesterday I finally did feel a bit more relaxed and when I look at what I did, it is not perfect but it doesn't look too bad. I am just practicing fills and making up the patterns as I go. I have some free motion books and will look at some of the samples and just do my thing. I don't try and be exact, just getting used to moving the fabric around by controlling the machine. In a bit, I am going to move on to the UFO quilt I have that needs fill patterns and I will be using a thinner thread that blends in and just work on making a textured fill.
#34
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Thanks for all the help and advice. I just ordered a couple of books on walking foot quilting. Although I've watched some of Jacquie Gering's videos, I didn't really get the options of straight line quilting.
Great thread.
bkay.
Great thread.
bkay.
#36
I started with a QAYG with Mandalas. Some gave me a "guide" in the design to follow. Others I used ideas from Walk. Each one was a different design.https://www.quiltingboard.com/vbulle...o-t317433.html
I also have a folder on the computer labeled "FMQ" that I save pictures for inspiration. I like Lori Kennedy.
I also have a folder on the computer labeled "FMQ" that I save pictures for inspiration. I like Lori Kennedy.
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My wresling the quilt is over. I bought a long arm and have never regretted it at all! Good luck on finding your way with the quilting of your quilts. Its a hobby we all enjoy most of the time. I hope you can do what is a good fit for you.