Ergonomics of Quilting Standing up?
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Ergonomics of Quilting Standing up?
I'm biting the bullet again, and giving another Toastmaster speech at our next meeting. I decided to do it on the Ergonomics of quilting (Project #5: Your Body Speaks)
I've searched our forum here and have come up with many threads on the subject of tables, chairs, cutting table height, aches, pains, taking breaks, etc. but I didn't see much on the subject of quilting standing up.
While I thought initially it would be a good idea, I rethought that after realizing that shin pain would likely develop from having your body in an upright position and constantly lifting your foot into an unnatural position to get on the foot pedal.
Any thoughts on the subject?
I've searched our forum here and have come up with many threads on the subject of tables, chairs, cutting table height, aches, pains, taking breaks, etc. but I didn't see much on the subject of quilting standing up.
While I thought initially it would be a good idea, I rethought that after realizing that shin pain would likely develop from having your body in an upright position and constantly lifting your foot into an unnatural position to get on the foot pedal.
Any thoughts on the subject?
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There is a member here that sews standing up. I can't remember which one though. Hopefully she will see your thread and respond. I remember reading one of her posts in a thread about table height
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The QB member I was trying to think of is Prism99. She will probably see this thread but you could drop her a pm.
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I do 100% of my cutting, sewing and quilting standing up! When I look at photos of retreats where everyone is sitting, it gives me the willies! I have my machine, cutting mats and ironing boards set up to my right and left sides, a step or two to each side. I am able to move either way to do the task at hand and enjoy the fexability of moving.... My table is set up 42 inches in height by 36 inches wide and almost 8 foot long....with storage below!! For me, I would not have it any other way!!
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I stand and quilt.. I find it it is less taxing on my shoulders and neck. As for pain in my shins I don't have any. I am able to see my needle better and have straighter seams. I can sew longer because I don't feel as tired.
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There have been times I've pieced standing up. It's only been when the stitching is very short segments with other activities (pressing, triming, designing, finding stuff) in between. It was a comfortable position rather than sitting then standing repeatedly. I didn't stay in one position very long.
I've heard/read that when standing for long periods (washing dishes) without much movement, resting one foot then the other on a small block actually helps the back. I'd consider this statement as true as gossip, so do some research before quoting.
I've heard/read that when standing for long periods (washing dishes) without much movement, resting one foot then the other on a small block actually helps the back. I'd consider this statement as true as gossip, so do some research before quoting.
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