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Old 03-12-2014, 01:53 PM
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ckcowl
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load up a practice quilt - maybe 2 pieces of muslin with a batting- then thread *top & bobbin* with a good contrasting thread~ so you can see it well top & bottom~ lay your pattern out on the table- then, using the stylus locate the highest point of the pattern on your quilt- then the lowest point- making sure both points are 'reachable' within your stitching area- adjust the pattern until you have both points lined up. when all is lined up and you are ready- put on some music with a good *feel*, take a deep breath & start sewing. don't worry about staying exactly on the lines- just follow them as close as you can- smoothly- no one will know if you veer off- once you unload- they will not see the pattern only the finished product. relax- and work on being smooth & consistent. when you reach the end & roll the quilt- again check your placement so you don't overlap the previous row- or leave too big of a gap between rows. once you do a few practice quilts you will be able to do most any pattern (if you decide you like the process.)
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