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I stay out of the ditch as much as possible and usually go just to either side. Enough to catch the seam allowance. I tried to free motion in the ditch without success. It's one of those things that takes lots of practice. I have a ditch foot but don't really like it. The bar that fits into the ditch, blocks the view and somehow, I get it askew anyway.
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I FMQ the ditch using a ruler and my ruler foot. I’ve never been successful staying in the ditch when using a regular stitch in the ditch foot.
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Watson, don't know if you already have your batting chosen or your "sandwich" made but just wanted to suggest Quilters Dream wool batting for your beautiful quilt. It really makes quilting stand out and I think it would be beautiful with your quilt.
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I have a Pfaff and bought a ditching foot, which has a little prow. Compared to my previous effort at staying in the ditch, there is no comparison. It’s wonderful.
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Originally Posted by ekuw
(Post 7919312)
When I SITD/FMQ I use YLI invisible monofilament thread. Don't have to worry about matching thread color :-)
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Originally Posted by quiltingshorttimer
(Post 7919083)
Watson, can I suggest that instead of ditching everything, that you sew about 1/4" inside the seam? You'll get the same impact from quilting, but not have to worry about sliding out of the ditch at seam intersections, etc.
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