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01-28-2010, 12:01 PM

Pzazz

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My DH has a question for the treadlers here. Is it easier to FMQ on a treadle or an electric machine? Or is there a difference?

Thanks.

Patti

01-28-2010, 12:03 PM

Maride

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I find it easier to keep the speed constant with an electric machine, especially if it has a start/stop button.

01-28-2010, 12:09 PM

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tcy2...50ABFB&index=2

WATCH THIS... the girl is fantastic

01-28-2010, 01:02 PM

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I made a dress on a treadle when I was about 20. It was hard to keep the stitches the same length. That girl was amazing! Think I will stick with electric!

01-28-2010, 05:12 PM

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Wow, she is amazing.

01-28-2010, 05:25 PM

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Wow!

01-28-2010, 06:09 PM

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I would think it would depend on whether you can keep a steady momentum going...like the gal in the video :D:D:D
I can't believe that she could do that intricate work with the presser foot in her line of sight....