Old 03-13-2010, 07:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Carol in Colorado
Seriously!! I loaded a new quilt on my machine last night and it took me almost 2 hours!!! I know I'm new at this, but is this normal? I always have my husband help roll the fabric while I try to keep it straight and tight. Am I doing something wrong?
I think getting the quilt loaded takes longer than the quilting! But I have started only rolling the back and floating the batt and top - have not had any problems - as a matter of fact, I've had less problems than when everything was rolled. plus, it takes less time to prepare! Try it.
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