I am all ready to start FMQ on my 1935 Singer 15-91. I have got a bunch of bobbins ready to go, I have my darning foot in place, FD are dropped, and stitch length is 0. So...

What needle do you like best for doing FMQ on your 15-91? I have a Universal schmetz in there now, but was wondering if I should use something different?

Any tips, hints, or tricks you do that you want to share?

Schmetz makes top stitch needles and quilting needles. I would switch out to one of those.

A regular sharp would be better than the universal - those tend to create a lot of skipped stitches when sewing wovens. The top-stitching and quilting needles are great if the sharps aren't working, but I try to use sharps for everything because of their low cost - $13/100 needles.

Choose the size appropriate for the thread that you're using. Don't forget to lower the presser foot. And breathe.... breathe.... :D

Have fun! :)

'Thanks ladies! Guess I better make a run to Jo-Ann's for some needles.

Quilting needles !!!

the needle and the thread have to go together too- size right for weight

they recommended a top stitch needle for quilting on your domestic machine when i was using mine for quilting.

I use whatever stitches correctly for the weight of material and batting - could be a 14, 16 or 18.

Just remember to start with a sample sandwich and PRACTICE! It really helps get stitch length down correctly as you move the fabric around the machine. Once it is working correctly, THEN go to the project (the same day) and do the FMQ.

Ask me how I know! I can't begin to count the number of hours spent ripping because stitch length wasn't right or my hands weren't moving right or I practiced yesterday but didn't FMQ till today, etc. It adds too much angst to the project when all you want to do is FINISH it.