Originally Posted by Surfergirl
Originally Posted by nativetexan
nope, you first bring the bobbin thread to the top by putting your needle down, then up. take hold of both threads and take a few stitches. then start FMQ and go back when you can make a stop and clip those thread ends close to the quilt top. if you leave the bobbin thread underneath and start FMQ you will end up with a mess.
This is what I do.
Me too. This is what I was taught for LA quilting and what I do on my Janome. If you get too carried away with things, however, you will make an unsightly lump. I know people who use a self threading needle to hide the ends as they go along. Your quilt, your decision, but best if you do attach the thread ends one way or another.