Anne Louise, This Is Not Chain Piecing
#13
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I find they are easier to cut apart if I make at least one stitch off the old seam before I add the new one. If I push too hard to get the new one on, sometimes they overlap just a little and that is not fun.
#14
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This is exactly how it's done. The pieces don't have to butt up against each other nor do you have to keep the machine running. If I thought I had to do that I would never chain piece. Relax, sounds like you're doing great.
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I do chain piecing as often as I can, but have never thought about using the knee lift. Thanks Macybaby for bringing that up. That sure would speed things up....Now where is it????
#16
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My machine has the needle down function, so when I stop sewing one piece the needle goes down and the presser foot raises enough to slide the next piece under. And I have one of those Gizmos to do the cutting of the threads after I have my long chain. I never considered it a speed thing, more of saving a little thread. And helps the brain with the "repetition" factor.
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I don't like chain piecing. I prefer to make one block at a time. I get better results and can see problem before having a lot of problems. I've noticed at retreats my one a time method is as fast as those that chain piece then assemble. I use the auto thread cutter to save thread and it does save a lot of thread waste.
#18
I have done tests to see if one way was faster, and didn't really find it was significant for me.
So it comes down to what one prefers doing. I like repetition, as I sew to relax and that way I only have to keep an eye/mind on one step at a time. It's probably why I like making quilts so much more than clothing. However sometimes it's also fun to do something totally different.
So it comes down to what one prefers doing. I like repetition, as I sew to relax and that way I only have to keep an eye/mind on one step at a time. It's probably why I like making quilts so much more than clothing. However sometimes it's also fun to do something totally different.
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Yes, Macy I like sewing for relaxation. It puts a smile on my face to think that I am having fun and making something too. I am actually getting a start on next Christmas. The one I am working on is for my husband Jim.
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