A "perfect" sewing experience -

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08-21-2015, 05:34 PM

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ube quilting

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A room with a view
open windows on a breezy day
not being in a hurry
petting the fabric
the final choice when auditioning fabrics and it all comes together block by block.

peace

08-22-2015, 08:57 AM

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kaylfordsollimo

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What a great checklist! Add good light, low humidity and a comfortable seat makes for Sewing/Quilting Heaven for me.

08-22-2015, 02:23 PM

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zozee

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And no pins that stuck me in the finger or foot.

09-02-2015, 10:21 AM

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margecam52

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Quote:

Originally Posted by bearisgray

The pattern instructions were easy to understand and all the dimensions given were correct -
The fabrics behaved perfectly - no bleeding, shrinking, or excessive raveling -
All the fabrics wanted/needed were available in adequate amounts -
There were no cutting errors - on either the fabric or on fingers -
The sewing machine operated perfectly -
The thread never ran out in the middle of a seam -
The iron never sputtered, spit, or was too hot -
No one needed/wanted to be fed while one was on a roll -
The cats stayed on the floor -

So - what contributes to your "perfect" sewing experiences?

DONE! LOL... That last stitch in the binding...yup...that's perfect as I can be.