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Old 10-14-2013, 09:00 AM
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Good suggestion. Might we create another thread for each of the subjects that are mentioned to get them into one place. And then, just deal with that subject and not branch off into others which may or may not be related.

What do you think?
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Old 10-14-2013, 10:09 AM
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I'd love to be able to FMQ a quilt. I've practiced and don't do too bad on sandwiches, but I'm scared to death to try it on an actual quilt.
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Old 10-14-2013, 10:13 AM
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Do it!! I bet u will do great! I have to do a queen size and I am nervous about that!! So let's take the plung together!!
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I'd love to be able to FMQ a quilt. I've practiced and don't do too bad on sandwiches, but I'm scared to death to try it on an actual quilt.
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Old 10-14-2013, 10:56 AM
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I do let the glue dry overnight before I quilt. Some here on the board say that they use the heat from an iron to dry it quickly...I have not tried that yet
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I press with my iron to dry the glue. I can start quilting sooner that way.
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Old 10-14-2013, 02:23 PM
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I would like to learn how to quilt small projects on my machine, not just a meandering or std. Would never even try a large quilt, but the smalls yes.
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Old 10-14-2013, 02:34 PM
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I've just taken the plunge with applique, but I broke my machine and have to wait for parts. I want to learn how to clean and repair my vintage machines myself so I don't have to wait for my hubby!
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Old 10-14-2013, 02:56 PM
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Helpful hubby's are the best!! I have a good one too!! I love vintage sewing machines! Good luck in ur quest!
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I've just taken the plunge with applique, but I broke my machine and have to wait for parts. I want to learn how to clean and repair my vintage machines myself so I don't have to wait for my hubby!
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Old 10-16-2013, 04:14 AM
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I goal one day is to create a "perfect" quilt. I have done some great quilts, but there is usually something that could have turned out better. I probably will have better luck spotting a unicorn than making a perfect quilt.
Somehow I doubt that your quilts are anything but the finest they could be; just from your posts you sound like someone who does her very best every time. Unicorns are highly over rated anyway.
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Old 10-16-2013, 04:16 AM
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I think you have a great idea. I'm trying very hard to FMQ so that it looks as beautiful as it does in my instruction book. I'd love any suggestions or ideas and would gladly share what I've learned so far.
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