Hand Quilting Full-Size Without a frame
03-21-2018, 07:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Jane Quilter
I hand baste and quilt in my lap. For king size quilts, I assemble in six, 20 " strips, quilt the strips, then assemble the strips and finish quilting over the strip line. The final quilt size is 20"x6" 120". Notice that each strip, being 20inches uses 42" fabric cut on the fold to give 21" and 1/2" seams for the backing. (no waste). Quilting large quilts in strips reduces the weight on my shoulders and arms, and is easily managed.
03-21-2018, 07:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Kitsie
Me, too. or if large, drape most on a table (can clamp it) and pull the part I'm working on off the edge.
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Who would have thought could quilt in a recliner?!
03-22-2018, 06:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Mkotch
I use a wooden, oval hoop about 20" x 12". You just have to baste well, either with pins or thread. Works well and is highly portable.
ETA- just checked, my large oval hoop is 26". I have a smaller one that I use for smaller projects.
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