My First Quilt to do all by myself

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05-08-2013, 12:59 PM

#61

watson's mom

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You did a great job especially for your first try. Congratulations, and thank you for sharing.

05-08-2013, 01:51 PM

#62

BertieD

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Grannyh67

Well, I know this isn't much but I did do it all myself, I am learning to FMQ. It isn't the best but it is mine. I just want to show all of you I am trying, lol.....I had a lot of trouble with the thread breaking, I think I was trying to go too fast. Speed is my problem, always trying to get er done, lol...This is small -37x37 but it is a start. Not sure I can handle a larg one. I am going to keep practicing. I know that is what it takes. Ok, hope all has a wonderful day. Happy Quilting to you all.

If thread keeps breaking, check the bobbin thread tension. If thread does not pull out smoothly without any jerks, it is too tight! I had this happen on my Grandquilter machine and watched a guy on youtube named Jamie Linn (I think) did what he said and now it works just great!

05-08-2013, 03:11 PM

#63

fred singer

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fantastic quilting

05-08-2013, 03:20 PM

#64

Auntie Em

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You did an awesome job!! Wish my first one looked like that!!!

05-08-2013, 04:39 PM

#65

sewplease

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It looks good on the front; it looks good on the back. Even the binding looks good. Good+Good+Good=GREAT! Way to go! :-)

05-08-2013, 04:58 PM

#66

ccthomas

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Nice quilt.

05-08-2013, 05:08 PM

#67

Cogito

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Excellent first try! I have been scared to make that leap, so kudos to you!

05-08-2013, 05:13 PM

#68

sewdamncute

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Great job! Nice and even.....

05-08-2013, 05:14 PM

#69

SouthPStitches

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You did a very nice job; cute quilt.

05-08-2013, 05:24 PM

#70

jeanharville

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I think your quilt is very good. Your corners and seams look good on your piecing, the FMQ looks pretty consistent and not overly quilted and your binding lies flat. I think you should be proud of yourself and your quilt. Thanks for sharing it with us.