Originally Posted by
Jan in VA
Practice writing your name in cursive as your FMQ pattern. That helps you learn to move the fabric in an up-down-left-right motion instead of turning it. You already have muscle memory for this motion of writing your name. Most of those who FMQ will tell you that muscle memory of whatever design you are trying to use is important. They often will take a couple minutes to 'practice' their FMQ before starting on the actual quilt, even if they quilt every day or so.
Jan in VA
Jan in VA
What a great idea, Jan. Have I been hiding under a rock (actually no rocks here in Cajun land -- but maybe big tree stumps
); it's the first time I've heard this tip! Will have to try it.
And Sarah, as far as I'm concerned, I think you did a great job. I like the way you went around the objects in the print. I've only tried FMQ once on pillow tops. And yes, it is hard!