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Old 11-24-2011, 08:02 AM
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teddysmom
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Originally Posted by Val in IN View Post
I haven't seen the book, but I never use a frame or hoop to handquilt. I just can't get the stitches even, and it's awkward to hold. I have 2 floor hoops too. One of them an expensive one that adjusts and spins 360 degrees. I just can't do it. I get nice, small even stitches without a frame or hoop, no stress,. Very relaxing to sit and quilt with the quilt laying on my lap, watching a good movie or a football game.
When you sandwich your quilt, do you pin, baste or both? How do you keep everything smooth?
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