Originally Posted by GrammaNan
I turn my machine sideways with the foot and needle towards me and the right side of the machine to the back. I don't have to worry so much about throat space. It took a little time to get used to it. I fumbled with the new location of the pressure foot lifter and the wheel at the back but once I got used to it, FMQ was so much easier.
Oh my...what a concept....very cool! What machine do you use? If I turned my 301 sideways, yes the front of the needle would be towards me (some of my other machines thread front to back).However, I have it in a cabinet that has 2 folding panels when open, 1 on each side. The side that I would be sewing against is the smaller of the 2, so it may be managable I think. I am short & absolutely need my machine in a cabinet, situated flush. Out of the cabinet & on a standard height table it's just too high & for sure not comfortable for FMQ.
I love & appreciate all the advice. I will for sure be chewing some gum!