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I have started quilting a top.... Have done stich in the ditch, and some echo stitching ... My thought were to do some fmq after the echo stitching is done, and realized, hay, I have barely room to get the quilt moving around just to do this, never mind consider fmq..... ugh!
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Originally Posted by cbjlinda
I feel for you" I tried it for the first time and it wasen't too bad but it was much harder to move the fabric then I imagined it would be. I thought it would simply slide around easily. Haven't gotten back too it but I will. I am going to practice on some squares and then start out small on a doll quilt. I figure the grandkids aren't going to care if it isen't perfect. take care
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Keep practicing on muslin sandwiches and get some Machingers (very light gloves) You might also try Bobbin Genies (little white teflon rings for your bobbin) if you have trouble with backlashing (eyelashing on the back) They can make a big difference
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Thank you for posting this link. The tuts are great! She does a wonderful job of explaining everything. I feel with her help, that even I can fmq beyond stippling!
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Thank you for posting this link. The tuts are great! She does a wonderful job of explaining everything. I feel with her help, that even I can fmq beyond stippling!
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Originally Posted by mommamac
I feel your pain!!
Have you seen these video? I've only watched the first 2 but she is easy to listen to and demonstrates well http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39I5A...layer_embedded |
Just keep practicing. I used to make samples & then I realized that I would enjoy my practicing more if I did something useful. So I just jumped right in and started FMQ on my quilts. Don't be so critical of your technique. Just Jump!! LOL
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Originally Posted by jdiane318
It's called Xanax and a margarita.
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Originally Posted by Gizzy-Girl
Just keep practicing. I used to make samples & then I realized that I would enjoy my practicing more if I did something useful. So I just jumped right in and started FMQ on my quilts. Don't be so critical of your technique. Just Jump!! LOL
There is another topic on this board on making string blocks. I thought I would practice FMQ on those. Then I could put them together using the quilt as you go method. With all those differend patterns of fabric going every which way who would notice some inexpert FMQ. |
The most important thing to remember is to forgive your mistakes! You will make them. The second thing everyone always says, "it's so much fun!" I find it stressful, not fun, because I'm a novice. But I am no longer scared to do it! My first few attempts have lots of mistakes, but my quilting friends think they turned out beautifully, so just go for it! It does get easier!
Good luck! |
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