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Old 08-18-2011, 08:35 AM
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Originally Posted by CAJAMK
It looks great! I made my own slider which really helps on the extension table! I am also new to this but love it...no more walking foot for this gal...it is too slow!
I just remembered I had a slider too so I've put it on the machine. Moving the quilt was a lot harder than I thought it would be so hopefully that will help.
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Old 08-18-2011, 08:36 AM
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Good job!
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Old 08-18-2011, 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by nativetexan
very good!! slow and easy. it takes more time to do than you think it should because your foot pedal speed is going faster than you are, but it works. :thumbup:
I'm really paying close attention to the sound of my machine to get just the right speed between foot and hands. Not only do you have to be a contortionist to do this but also a multi-tasker. LOL!!
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Originally Posted by carolynbb
It looks good. Thanks for sharing. I'm also about to start my first FMQ on a top I recently finished. I'm scared, but it's the only way to learn.
Girl I was sweating bullets when the needle went down the first time. LOL!! Just go for it and have fun. :thumbup:
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GREAT job! You are brave!
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great first attempt!
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Great job. I've been FMQing for 6 years and my stitches still aren't all the same size!
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Old 08-18-2011, 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Melrose V
GREAT job! You are brave!
After talking hubby into me buying a new machine and the cabinet with the extension off the back I figured I'd better start using it. LOL!!
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Originally Posted by Pollyv9
Great job. I've been FMQing for 6 years and my stitches still aren't all the same size!
You know...that's what makes a handmade quilt special. Don't want it to look like it's come off an assembly line.
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Bravo, you have inspired me to take the plunge.
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