cindylu59

Hi my name is cindy from chicago area. i am a nw quilter/sewer since july of 2008 when my DH bought me a machine. i have taken 1 class and completed a total of 2 quilts! i reaaly enjoy the hobby but have soooo much to learn. a few months ago my sister - in- law GAVE me a Gracie 2 frame. it was never used, just sat in her basement to 2 years untouched. i am totally intimidated! have looked for tutorials and help to try to figure out how to use it - any advice? my second quilt i actually used the frame with my short arm viking machine. i was very frustrated. didnt seem to move smoothly. am tempted to go back to free motion. Thanks. am lookomg forward to learning from all you EXPERTS out there.

sharon b

Hello and Welcome from Northern Indiana Sorry I can't help with the frame but many here will be able to offer advice ! Maybe start a second topic asking for suggestions

DogHouseMom

Hi Cindy and welcome to the board!

What Chicago "area" are you from? I'm just a bit south of Joliet.

I can't help you with the Gracie frame, but I'm sure someone here can. It's a great bunch of people!

erstan947

Welcome from Louisiana

cindylu59

I live just west of joliet. lived in joliet for 25 years. thanks for the welcome

Tartan

Hello from Ontario, Canada. I can't help with the frame but keep at it and someone is sure to give you some pointers.

quiltymom

Hi Cindy well come from Battle Creek,Mich

Murphy

Hi and welcome to the board from Iowa. You will love it here.

Thumbelina

Hi Cindylu, welcome from NE Ohio.

Janet L52

Hi Cindy, welcome from northern California!