Originally Posted by k3n
Mimi don't be scared! They're only feathers, worse they'll do is tickle you! LOL Seriously, anyone whose tried feathers the backtracking way and given up (like I did!) try this way - it's much easier. (I SHOULD be on commission, the sales job I'm doing for Sally Terry!) There are lots of ideas for variations in the book too - once I'm happy with the basics, I can't wait to give some of those a try!
I agree with your statement and by the way your quilt runners are gorgeous. I couldn't find any wonky ones! I have not tried doing any of the variations yet, but will try soon, I think. I really like how they look so flowy and just hand drawn - not so tight like traditional feathers are.
You don't need a fancy new machine in order to do this stitching. I have an off brand machine that's 30 yrs. old. Just let yourself try it.