Leaning from our mistakes
08-28-2013, 12:15 PM
#61
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And if you really don't have time right now, take the bobbin case out and leave it right next to the needle.
08-28-2013, 12:36 PM
#62
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Do not attempt to quilt when you are distracted or under a lot of stress. Last year at this time, I managed to zip right through my sewing machine cord with a rotary cutter. It's a wonder I didn't electrocute myself.
If things are going poorly in the sewing room, don't be hesitant to just walk away and shut the door.
Remember that quilting should be a joy, not a chore. If you put all sorts of deadlines on your projects, you've sucked the joy right out of them. Also, if you aren't feeling the project, don't force yourself.
If things are going poorly in the sewing room, don't be hesitant to just walk away and shut the door.
Remember that quilting should be a joy, not a chore. If you put all sorts of deadlines on your projects, you've sucked the joy right out of them. Also, if you aren't feeling the project, don't force yourself.
08-28-2013, 07:45 PM
#64
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I've learned to take a picture of my arranged blocks before sewing them together. It's much easier to see mistakes in a picture.
I've learned to not sew in the middle of the night. If I can't sleep I need to read a book or watch tv. Never sew! Especially do not cut fabric!
I've learned to put all the different fabrics for a project together with the pattern into a kit.
I've learned to cut my binding strips at the same time I cut the quilt pieces. Sewing the strips together is a good idea too.
I've learned to not sew in the middle of the night. If I can't sleep I need to read a book or watch tv. Never sew! Especially do not cut fabric!
I've learned to put all the different fabrics for a project together with the pattern into a kit.
I've learned to cut my binding strips at the same time I cut the quilt pieces. Sewing the strips together is a good idea too.
08-28-2013, 07:50 PM
#65
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Never, never, never sew over a pin. If you hit one, you could (1) throw your machine's timing off, requiring a costly trip to the repair shop or (2) break your needle or the pin, possibly causing the broken portion to fly up and hit you in the face. I know women who have had both happen to them. If I pin, I usually pin from right to left on the edge of the fabric. That way, I can pull the pins out with my right hand without having to stop, though I do slow down.
08-28-2013, 08:00 PM
#66
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"I have learned that necessity is the mother of invention. Its funny the things you can find in your garage or basement that work really great in your sewing room ! ( Rubber mallets ( for stubborn seam bumps ) , mason jars ( the lids for cutting circles and the jars for storage ) , toilet tank flap thingys ( new, not used, they make a quick and easy thread stand with a little bit of duct tape ) . "
Slightly of Quilter....I am still laughing and trying to figure out the toilet tank flap thingy!!!!
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I have learned that perfection is over rated !![/QUOTE]
Slightly of Quilter....I am still laughing and trying to figure out the toilet tank flap thingy!!!!
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I have learned that perfection is over rated !![/QUOTE]
08-28-2013, 08:29 PM
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I've learned to not sweat finishing a project. I have given myself permission that if I am bored, hate it or just plain over a current project, it can go in a drawer and maybe I will finish it at a later date and if I don't, NO BIG DEAL!!!!
If I just want to piece tops and never sandwich, quilt it & bind it, NO BIG DEAL! I have eliminated the stress that comes from having UFOs. I really enjoy the piecing process; the finishing of a quilt not so much. If I need a quilt in a hurry, I can pull one from my pile of flimsies and complete it pretty readily. I quilt because I enjoy it. I don't want to stress over an activity that is for my enjoyment; stress can make it less fun.
If I just want to piece tops and never sandwich, quilt it & bind it, NO BIG DEAL! I have eliminated the stress that comes from having UFOs. I really enjoy the piecing process; the finishing of a quilt not so much. If I need a quilt in a hurry, I can pull one from my pile of flimsies and complete it pretty readily. I quilt because I enjoy it. I don't want to stress over an activity that is for my enjoyment; stress can make it less fun.
08-28-2013, 08:46 PM
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I have learned to always show my DH my project as I go along. He has a good eye and is kind when he shares my mistakes with me. He is also my best admirer of all that I do. My Mom, too. He has great ideas about what fabrics and designs look good together. He is my Favorite.
08-29-2013, 05:43 AM
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