Originally Posted by BETTY62
I did not know you needed a special needle for quilting. Is this for FMQ only?
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Originally Posted by thepolyparrot
It sounds like maybe the presser foot isn't down or the pressure on the presser foot isn't sufficient.
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ball point needle????? I thought that was only for knits! I use a topstitching needle. No problems yet.
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Originally Posted by CompulsiveQuilter
ball point needle????? I thought that was only for knits! I use a topstitching needle. No problems yet.
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Not sure what kind of machine you have but like others have said I found that a quilting needle doesn't work well for FMQ on my machine. I just use a regular needle and that works best. The whole thing is finding what works best for your movement style/speed and your machine. It was trial and error for me.
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it sounds as if you are moving faster than the machine. it really takes some practice to move the fabric evenly with the speed of the machine. good luck
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SueBee is right. Slow down andpractice. Also the pressure control should be adjusted. Good Luck and let us see your project!
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I didnt know there was a "quilting needle". I've got all different needles, but not this one. What is the difference in them?
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Originally Posted by CompulsiveQuilter
ball point needle????? I thought that was only for knits! I use a topstitching needle. No problems yet.
Also, remember everything in sewing is kind of like a recipe for chilli. Everything is a guide, nothing is set in stone. |
Originally Posted by pamkasperi
Things I learned:
Put feed dogs down make sure FMQ part is screwed on tight - mine was loose lengthen stiches reduce tension don't go too slow make sure the material glides across your sewing arm manually put your needle down and then up while holding the top thread to pull the bobbin thread through then stitch 2 or 3 stiches in place and then trim both threads ball point needle Don't move the material too fast - in fact don't move the material - slide/glide the material around your work surface - everytime I "move" the material I get skipped stitches or the bobbin thread comes up top That's all the newbie tricks I learned last week! |
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