Thank you so much everyone! I tried the 90/14 needle, made myself a surround out of books and ironing board, put a pillow in my lap, lengthened my stitch length to 3- and it looks Much better! It is by No means perfect, but I'm much happier with it and think I can get better with practice and positioning changes.
Funny story- I didn't have time to stop on the way home to get needles because my pup needed to go outside. I wasn't sure if I had any 90/14 needles at home, but just planned to check. I recently rediscovered a pouch that was sent to me in a swap On this board a few years ago- and what did I find in there when I got home? Universal 90/14 needles!! I love this board and the community here. Thanks everyone. For anyone interested in a non-close up of the project in question:
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Last edited by QuiltnNan; 05-16-2019 at 04:15 PM.
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