quilting question
#13
Many Pfaff machines have dual feed which takes the place of a walking foot. I no longer Stitch in the Ditch because I could never keep the stitching exactly in that pesky ditch and the way the seams were pressed would sometimes throw it off too. I now echo quilt--1/16th to 1/4 inch from the seam line. Seems to works much better for me.
If you think there was too much pressure on the foot, make a sample sandwich with several seams and test your theory. Let us know what you learn.
If you think there was too much pressure on the foot, make a sample sandwich with several seams and test your theory. Let us know what you learn.
#15
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Stretching the back was probably where you went wrong. I lay mine out and make sure it is smooth, then tape it so it won't move. Then I lay the batting over making sure it is smooth and add the top doing the same. Then starting at the center I pin baste my quilt with the curved safety pins. I have not had any problem with wrinkles or distortion since I started doing it this way.
#16
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Location: Saskatchewan
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When finished the back was not tight. I guess my back was more taped smooth than "stretched" as I did not tug on it. I am not a new quilter, have not had this happen before. But it is the first project quilted on this particular machine. I was wondering if the pressure on the foot was too much.
#17
I've tried not using my walking foot on a small project as I thought it would be quicker. Bad choice, I use the walking foot now and no problems. The action of the feed dogs working with the fabric instead of forcing it makes a big difference. Ah we live and learn, well sometimes that works.
#20
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When quilting straight lines, I use my walking foot, reduce the pressure, increase my stitch length a bit and use my Machinger gloves. I make a halo with my hands around the foot as I stitch, pulling side ways a bit to keep the back and top slightly taut to reduce any movement.
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