Originally Posted by
Chicca
Excellent tips! My best tip always helps me.....do not just jump right in. Take the time and really look things over, read instructions and tips on patterns and play with fabric choices.
No joke, I've wasted a lot of time fixing mistakes. I just LOVE ripping out stitches! Said no quilter ever
Originally Posted by
maryjane
My tip is to buy the best needles you can afford. Either straw needles or superfine applique needles. What an amazing difference it makes in being able to make those stitches just disappear. MJ
Welcome from Maryland! Very true. What are your favorites?