Old 02-18-2017, 01:24 PM
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Carol in WI
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Location: South Range, WI
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Default How to start/stop with machine quilting...

This is probably a dumb question, but it seems that when I try to quilt a top on my domestic machine, the back always looks messy where I start and stop the stitching. If I use the tacking mechanism, it is too obvious, but it seems important to tie off those ends. Is there a method anyone can suggest to make the starts/stops less noticeable? I try to use a matching or neutral bobbin thread when possible. I appreciate any advice you can give me.
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