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connie d 04-23-2011 08:10 PM

You are doing great. Maybe if your neck hurts so you should try another chair or position? Good luck. :):):)

earthwalker 04-23-2011 08:30 PM

Coming along nicely....remember to hop up from time to time and do some stretches or a spot of another activity. I find handwork extremely addictive and meditative...you will be hooked in no time.

mrsj82 04-23-2011 10:22 PM

I am finding it extremely relaxing to be honest. I just pop in a movie or a DVD of a TV series I like and just let my mind wander as I do the quilting. I think I really will do more of these hand quilted from now on.

And I've got the height of the chair pretty much where it needs to be and the frame is one height fits all...(Sad) but I'll just hop up from time to time and do the other chores that I'm avoidig as I quilt! LOL

quilticing 04-24-2011 03:26 AM


Originally Posted by cabbagepatchkid
You're doing great :thumbup: Can't wait to see it when it's finished.

If you have to bend over your work then maybe you could adjust the height/tilt of the hoop or the height of your chair so you don't strain your neck muscles.

And, next time, don't stitch through the seam thicknesses. The extra resistance is more draining.

justlooking 04-24-2011 03:30 AM

Nice job!

sueisallaboutquilts 04-24-2011 04:28 AM

You're doing great!!!
I am a hand quilter and find it very relaxing, among other things.
We're both chickens ! I'm trying to learn MQ and I'm afraid of my machine! hahahaha
Keep up the good work! :D:D

debcavan 04-24-2011 04:31 AM

By the end of the quilt, you will be an expert. I quilt only by machine because that is what I enjoy. My friend prefers by hand because she sits in front of the fireplace in the winter and enjoys it.

boohoofish 04-24-2011 05:38 PM

You are off to a good start. I'm still far behind the majority of people but when I look at my first several attempts I realize that I've come a lonnnnnnnnnnng way.
Please stick to it and enjoy the peace!

Vickymomof6 04-24-2011 06:12 PM

Never despise meager beginnings…

they end up with Masterful Ends!!!!

Practice makes perfect and you have a very good start!

Vicky

amma 04-25-2011 10:16 AM

It is awesome that you took the plunge! Can't wait to see more :D:D:D


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