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Originally Posted by rb.
I don't have a stitch regulator, and my FMQ is just fine.
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I FMQ with and without dropping the feed dogs, I can't set my machine to a zero stitch, I just set it to the smallest possible setting :D
You can even FMQ using a zig zag stitch, there are many, many possiblilities :D:D:D |
Originally Posted by MrsM
I drop the feed dogs, I don't use a stitch regulator, and drop my tension to zero and go. But I am a beginer.
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Yup - I surely do think you were told wrong. FMQ takes time to get the stitches even - and that means practice. I do drop the feed dogs on my machine - and am slowly getting it to where the stitches are even.
Do I wish I had a long/mid arm and frame set up? You bet - I'm saving money for one. But for now - this is what I have and I'll continue to practice. I AM getting better :) !! Found it's easier to practice on things like pot holders or table runners....something practical and soon you'll get the feel of FMQ....truly! |
Just drop the feed dogs. Takes some practice to get even stitches but it is very possible. The first machine I learned to FMQ is 44 years old. I now have a new machine, but you do not need a special machine. Just practice to keep the stitches even.
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Originally Posted by emerald46
OMG you all have me almost wanting to try this again!!!
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It is most certainly okay to FMQ without a regulator. All it takes is the dreaded P work PRACTICE PRACTICE PRACTICE!
I do it free hand on both my regular machine and my midarm. YOU can do it if I can. Go girl |
Originally Posted by rb.
I don't have a stitch regulator, and my FMQ is just fine.
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Originally Posted by LoriEl
I don't think I would trust that teacher! I never knew a teacher to tell a student you "can't" do something that can obviously be done!
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there was FMQ long before stitch regulators.
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