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    Old 04-08-2015, 07:55 PM
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    I need information on quilting a t-shirt quilt.
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    Old 04-08-2015, 08:41 PM
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    I'm probably not much help. I quilted mine on my longarm win a loose meander.
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    Since you didn't list specifics as to what you're looking for as far as far as quilting the t-shirt quilt, I'm assuming you're just looking for tips. My best suggestion is to put "t-shirt quilt" in the search box here. It's been discussed a lot lately, and there's a plethora of information here on the forum in different posts. Good luck!
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    Use a batting that allows a lot of space between quilting lines, ( like warm & natural allows up to 10" - there are others too)
    Use a New, Sharp needle in the size appropriate for the thread weight. Lengthen your stitch length a little bit. Choose a large, open design that allows you to go around the rubbery, decal areas
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    Old 04-09-2015, 09:46 AM
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    If you choose to quilt through some of the rubbery decal areas - go slowly - the decal has a tendency to grab the needle and thread.
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    Old 04-09-2015, 01:14 PM
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    T-shirt quilts are very heavy. If you are going to use a dm you may want to use a quilt as you go method.
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    Old 04-09-2015, 02:23 PM
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    Originally Posted by cindi
    Since you didn't list specifics as to what you're looking for as far as far as quilting the t-shirt quilt, I'm assuming you're just looking for tips. My best suggestion is to put "t-shirt quilt" in the search box here. It's been discussed a lot lately, and there's a plethora of information here on the forum in different posts. Good luck!
    I agree with Cindi. Do an advance search. Just never stitch thru the vinyl. I always outline the shirt with what would work best with the design on the t-shirt.
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    Old 04-09-2015, 02:28 PM
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    You could also check out the different ideas on You Tube videos. Missouri Star QuiltCompany has a video on t-shirt quilts.
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    Old 04-10-2015, 08:19 AM
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    Thank you for the advice. I will check them out.
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    Old 04-14-2015, 05:50 AM
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    Originally Posted by spark
    T-shirt quilts are very heavy. If you are going to use a dm you may want to use a quilt as you go method.
    I just weighed the one I use every day, which is a lap quilt. It has lightweight interfacing and a flannel back, and it weighs only 3.72 lbs. Not heavy at all. I used W&N batting with it.
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