Originally Posted by
dunster
If you have time, I would suggest stabilizing the current quilt before you take it off the frame. You can do that by quilting long stitches that can be easily removed later, or by SITD. Stabilizing it will make it a lot easier to re-load on the frame.
I agree. It will be so much easier to re-load. I’ve only had to take a few off the LA mid-stream, but always stabilize the entire quilt (especially the sides, top and bottom edges) before removing it. I will usually stabilize with large basting stitches every 18-24” to prevent shifting when re-loading.