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Old 09-22-2011, 11:26 AM
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butterflies5518
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Originally Posted by CarrieC
My only hint is I use a "warm up" piece. So at night, when I curl up to hand quilt for a bit, I start by stitching on a "warm up" piece. Once my fingers and hands get into a rhythm I switch over to my project.

I make a "warm up" piece from leftover quilt squares etc. that will eventually become potholders, or mug rugs etc. Things that don't require the finest stitching I can produce!

Good luck! Sounds like you're going great so far!!!
What a really handy tip - thanks for sharing
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