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Sarah in Brooklyn 09-28-2012 06:36 PM

this is awesome, thank you so much!

Lorraine Simon 09-29-2012 02:18 AM

Your braver than me..I haven't even dare attempt anything...Maybe someday.

Retired Fire Chief 09-29-2012 02:53 AM

I think you are terribly brave. I'm not sure I will ever attempt free motion quilting...maybe years from now when I have a lot more experience and confidence. Congrats and keep it up, with all the incouragement you get here you will be sailing though before you know it!

bibi 09-29-2012 05:09 AM

Hey, whatever it is worth, I think it looks good.

sew_Tracy 09-29-2012 05:18 AM

Most importantly, you took the dive! I know how cold that water can be. I am a self-admitted horrible FMQ, I cross lines, my stitches are intermittently super tight and too long, and my aspirations never match my execution. I don't care, just keep at it. I don't make quilts to show, (thought God knows I wish I could), I make them for friends and family. They all know everything I do is askew and l;ove me anyway! Sarah, you GO girl! By the way, I love your kitty avatar!

joym 09-29-2012 05:21 AM


Originally Posted by Lori S (Post 5546731)
It looks better than my free motion. Count me in the "gave up" group.

me too ...........

Sally J 09-29-2012 05:56 AM

Just love your white and black cats in your avatar....

w1613s 09-29-2012 06:41 AM

Please, what constitutes "good" and "bad" free motion quilting?

Thanks, P

Wanabee Quiltin 09-29-2012 06:44 AM

I agree with you. FMQ is difficult. I have been practicing but I have to agree with whoever wrote that it takes LOTS of practice. I remember seeing someone in Paducah FMQ and they took a pencil and paper and drew the design over and over again on paper before trying it on the machine. A lady at my church told me to check out Leah Day, she does have very good ideas about FMQ.

Chasing Hawk 09-29-2012 06:47 AM


Originally Posted by Sarah in Brooklyn (Post 5547796)
the fabrics are much nicer in person, I promise!

You did a great job, Sarah!! My first FMQ experience was frustrating. It does get easier.

I love those kitties in your avatar.

P.S.
At least no one was peeking over your shoulder saying........."OMG!! What is that?"
I have had this happen before......LOL


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