Originally Posted by
Donna P
Thank for all the great suggestions. I have another one....how do you keep from your backing from puckering or over lapping in spots when quilting on your home machine...that part terrifies me. I like to end up with a somewhat smooth back
Make sure when you pin it the back is taunt. Depending on the size, tape the back to a table or floor and keep it tight - not stretched. Then pin, pin, pin. Make sure they are about 4 to 5 inches apart.
When you are quilting, are you using a walking foot for the straight lines? This will help with the puckering. Also make sure the area you are quilting around the needle is flattened. Check this often. Do you wear gloves with dots or garden gloves that grip? This helps move the fabric smoothly and evenly.
Hope these help.