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#83
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It's all a matter of preference. I like to use a hoop. Mine is like a thick embroidery hoop @ 18 inches in circumference. it's about 2 inches thick. Bought it at Value Village for $1.99 check the thrift if your on a budget.
#84
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I almost always use a hoop or frame but lots of people don't. I actually can get my stitches much smaller with out a frame but the back goes wonky on me. I think you need to baste your sandwich really well. I also have found if I sit at a table and lay it on the table I do better. You'll find the best way for you, just give a try several ways. Just stay at it and you'll get better as you go.
#88
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: North Central Texas
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Originally Posted by lfw045
The real trick to quilting without a frame, is to pin baste it or thread baste it VERY generously! Your layers WILL NOT shift and you WILL NOT have puckers because you can feel if there is something happening underneath and is easy to adjust to prevent puckers.
Just think about the freedom of not having to stop and rehoop or advance the quilt. You can just keep gettin' it....lol!
Everyone needs to try it just once and see if you don't like it better....I dare you!
Disclaimer: I do believe each to his own but just could not resist to throw out the challenge......lol!
Just think about the freedom of not having to stop and rehoop or advance the quilt. You can just keep gettin' it....lol!
Everyone needs to try it just once and see if you don't like it better....I dare you!
Disclaimer: I do believe each to his own but just could not resist to throw out the challenge......lol!
#89
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Maine
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Originally Posted by mtkoldra
when you hand quilt do you always use a frame ? I am ready to hand quilt and I wonder if I can do it without it?
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