When I've done hand work like embroidery or cross stitch, I've always believed my back should look as good as my front. Such as: no loose/hanging threads or clumps of threads. Stitches in a pretty order (when I cross stitch I want all my back stitches, as much as possible, going up and down).
When I've made quilt tops in the past I only ever tied them. And I would think -those puckers will be hidden in my tying....-
Now.... I have an amazing machine, sisters with so much quilting skill that I'd like to emulate, this quilt board with so much experience, patience and willingness to share. I also have the desire now, as I have more time to "play and create" to learn new skills such as free motion quilting, or maybe I'd like to send a top to be quilted on a longarm.
Thank you for this post. I apologize for taking so long to simply say you ladies have taught me it's ok to slow down and be more careful AND caring about my work.