Originally Posted by Butterflyblue
Today I worked on quilting my first hand quilted project (aside from a potholder). I don't know, I wanted to do the hand quilting to learn a new technique and because everyone says how relaxing it can be, but I don't feel good about how it's coming out. I want smaller, more even stitches and it just seems like it is physically impossible for me.
On the one hand, I feel like of course it isn't relaxing, the first day. I had to keep looking up tutorials and stuff, and even had some in-person demonstration from DH's grandma. I find knitting incredibly relaxing, but when I first started it drove me nuts, so this is probably the same.
On the other hand, I just want some tips and encouragement, so please, help me out!
BTW - the colors are SO different than these pics show. The back is BLUE, not green, and the border around the animal panel is pastel purple.
Relax...take a deep breath...now sigh and say I'm doing OK! The longer you hand quilt your stitches will become smaller on their own. For me, I love the rythmic rocking of the needle as you pick up 3 or 4 stitches and slide the thread through. Sit in a comfortable chair, make yourself comfortable and just take your time and let your rythm flow naturally, don't force it and please remember to take long slow breaths as you rock the needle. If you still need encouragement PM me.
Andie :D :D :D