I learned to not knot my thread when quilting - years ago in New Hampshire, i put the needle through the top layer, and through the batting about 1 inch before the necessary stitching - pop the needle out the back and then do a loop (backstitch)stitch and pop the needle out the top where you need to begin quilting.
I used to make tiny knots and then pop them through the top fabric, but love the first way much better.
Originally Posted by
Quiltlady330
I bury ends as I go. One thing I've done in recent years is slow down and enjoy the process. I used to be in such a rush to complete a project so I could start the next one that I was losing some of the pleasure of doing it to begin with. Now I try not to be so rushed. I used to hide the ends after the quilt was finished and absolutely hated it so I don't do it anymore.