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Originally Posted by feline fanatic
(Post 5257825)
Thank you. I agree an all over meander is not a good choice for a hand quilter. SID, I prefer to echo right next to the ditch. For ideas for handquilting, I think you would benefit from the book The Essential Quilter. It is an indespensible addition to any handquilter's library. http://www.amazon.com/Essential-Quil...8560106&sr=1-1
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Thank you everyone! Alot of good advise!!!
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My goal this summer is to practice FMQ and then give it a try. I have a hard time visualizing what type of quilting would look good. Thanks to all for the suggestions, especially the use of clear vinyl and the book on quilting.
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indymta, that is my problem that is why I asked. I knew these lovely people would be able to help me figure it out or make some very useful suggestions. I love the vinyl idea and the two books mentioned I put on my wish list at Amazon.
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I would think there'd be some youtube videos on this.
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Thanks for this topic. I ordered this book from Amazon. It is a big thought process for me to decide how to quilt my quilt. I usually study it and my then look through my literature to come up with a design. And ask friends. They have idea's that I don't have.
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Good Luck and thank you for posting this question.....lots of great info on this....thanks again
I had heard there is a book that shows how different quilting looks on the same quilt but never knew the name |
This is a wonderful idea!!
Originally Posted by Tartan
(Post 5256637)
I hate the words "quilt as desired". What I desired are some guidelines! I bought a yard of clear tablecloth plastic and a dry erase marker. I can draw a quilt design on the plastic and place it over the quilt top to preview my quilt designs. It isn't fool proof but it does help me.
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I think it's like everything else...practice, practice, practice. Don't be afraid to make a poor choice. You'll get another chance to improve it next time if you aren't pleased with your choice. Also, keep in mind that busy fabrics don't require lots of intricate quilting because it just won't show up as much as if the fabrics were solids or marble.
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It depends on the pattern and the use of the quilt. If its a charity quilt, I usually use a meander or swirls. If the pattern or material calls for a more complicated quilting pattern I let the fabric give me ideas. The quilting should enhance the quilt not detract from it. IMHO
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