quilting anxieties
08-13-2010, 08:20 AM
#21
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If I get flustrated and have problems on what I am working on, I just set it aside and maybe go back to it the next day or start working on something else. We are not all perfect, and have to redo something now and then.
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08-13-2010, 08:25 AM
#22
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LOL, I worked on a 9"star block for 2 days. I would lay it out correctly, but everytime I sewed it together, the pattern came out wrong. After 2 days of countless sewing and ripping, I finally said *enough*. I just left it the way it was. Nobody but me will know it isn't in it's proper position!!
08-13-2010, 08:30 AM
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Thanks for that wonderful idea Melinda! I had never thought of index cards! I bought a new machine and can't use my 1/4" foot any longer. I've decided that after last night, I've suffered enough and will look for one for my new machine.
Originally Posted by Melinda in Tulsa
Try using a scant 1/4" seam. If you can, move your needle over to the right a little. I use an index card to get my seam size, as the little lines are exactly 1/4" apart. On my Kenmore I move the needle over til it reads 6.5. All mileage may vary! Also, as the others suggested, just put it aside until later when you can look at it with fresh eyes. Good luck and remember, we are doing this for fun! If things don't line up right, it's not the end of the world!
08-13-2010, 08:34 AM
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something i do is when i get frustrated with a quilting project , i cut out a blouse or something to wear and work on that , then maybe a fusible web applique project. I have several things going and it helps me to be able to put one aside and work on something else..my thought to you dont get discouraged, get busy...
08-13-2010, 08:58 AM
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I'm so new that when I get some blocks done that aren't just squares of fabric, whether they are perfect or not, I just get all excited.
Last weekend I took a Hunter's Star class and made an awesome table runner. Now I have to figure out what I want to do to quilt it.
I guess my 1/4 seam allowances are off too, because all my BOM's are not the same size when I am done, squaring up is confusing for me though and I am quite afraid to cut before I really know what I am doing. I've been shown how, but I don't do it enough to get it in the memory banks.
The Hunter's Star was easy because you cut them bigger and used the special ruler to square them up.
Last weekend I took a Hunter's Star class and made an awesome table runner. Now I have to figure out what I want to do to quilt it.
I guess my 1/4 seam allowances are off too, because all my BOM's are not the same size when I am done, squaring up is confusing for me though and I am quite afraid to cut before I really know what I am doing. I've been shown how, but I don't do it enough to get it in the memory banks.
The Hunter's Star was easy because you cut them bigger and used the special ruler to square them up.
08-13-2010, 09:05 AM
#28
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Originally Posted by marygrether
Has anyone gotten so frustrated wanted to quit, give up the craft of quilting, how long did you stop, and what were the results of your actions?
what were the end results?
Just a newbes thoughts here.
what were the end results?
Just a newbes thoughts here.
08-13-2010, 10:42 AM
#29
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I foundation-piece my triangles so no more frustration. Anytime I can do that for triangles, I do! Whenever I get to a point that I just don't want to work on a project that seems to be never-ending or frustrating, I've found the best thing to do is to put it aside and put my energies somewhere else. You also need to remember that you will get better the more you do so don't be so hard on yourself. Everyone has to start somewhere, and we really do get better the more quilts we make. :wink:
08-13-2010, 11:02 AM
#30
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If at first you don't succeed, try a different method. The days of individually-cut pieces from card-board templates are long gone and while that method still works, there are many other ways (and tools) to make the patchwork assembly easier. Just like anything else, if you want to get good at it, keep practicing. If you give up, you'll never master the process. Only you can say how important that is to you.
For me, I know there are certain patterns and color/fabric lines that I simply do not like. I will not work with them (unless in a swap) but other things that don't work, I will stick with - even if I take a break for a while.
...giving up quilting? Only if I lose my sight and use of my hands. Perish the thought.
For me, I know there are certain patterns and color/fabric lines that I simply do not like. I will not work with them (unless in a swap) but other things that don't work, I will stick with - even if I take a break for a while.
...giving up quilting? Only if I lose my sight and use of my hands. Perish the thought.
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