Originally Posted by QuilterGary

I have read almost every idea on 9 pages. I have marked several of them. I have about 15 or so tops. I have completed one baby quilt SID. Did not like how it turned out but hey it was my first. Sent it to the family and did not get one complaint and I see it in the baby pictures all the time. I have just completed top and pieced back for a throw size quiltfor a friend. After reading here today I think I will do 1/4" away from the seam on it. Then I will work on a practice pad for FMQ'ing. The reason I have so many tops not quilted I have been afraid to start. I guess I will bite my lip and just do it.