large stitch quilting
#21
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Join Date: May 2010
Location: Stanley NC
Posts: 981
I have used a "large stitch" in my quilts for years and love the look when a contrasting color thread is used.
I use Sulky 12 wt. cotton threads (they also have beautiful blended colors), #8 or #12 perle cotton balls, and even #10 crochet thread.
The needle I prefer is a Richard Hemming large-eye between in a 7, 8, or 9 size.
I quilt in my lap with a 14" round hoop and my stitches are about 5 to the inch (counted only on the front).
I love hand quilting, especially in the winter when I can curl up in the quilt as I work!
Jan in VA
I use Sulky 12 wt. cotton threads (they also have beautiful blended colors), #8 or #12 perle cotton balls, and even #10 crochet thread.
The needle I prefer is a Richard Hemming large-eye between in a 7, 8, or 9 size.
I quilt in my lap with a 14" round hoop and my stitches are about 5 to the inch (counted only on the front).
I love hand quilting, especially in the winter when I can curl up in the quilt as I work!
Jan in VA
#27
Super Member
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Utah
Posts: 1,197
I have done big stitch quilting on pre-printed baby quilt panels. I just follow the outline of the object in the panel (if it had a teddy bear on it outline the teddy bear for example). They turn out really cute and are fun to do on a pre-printed panel. They work up much faster than regular hand quilting and are great for charity quilts. I have used pearl cotton and a large needle. I haven't tried embroidery floss but imagine it would work well also.
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