First "floating top" quilt - Scrappy D9P
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Floating a top means you do not attach it to the roller. so it basically "floats", this provides the ability to shift it if needed. However, it has a drawback that it does shift It is generally recommended to baste it along the top and sides, especially when you float a top. I always baste mine, more because the backing/batting are under tension, via the rollers and the clips you put on the sides to add tension in that direction. I find basting the top keeps it under tension as well, and keeps things nice and smooth.
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If I like floating, I will be taking that bar off, too. Will be so much easier to put batting on, etc. Just wondering, does that give you anymore quilting room? Probably not....just easier to set up the quilt sandwich??? BTW, do you have the same frame? If so, just wondering what the name of this frame is called? Is it the professional studio frame or what? Mine is 12 ft.
#16
How great!!! I float smaller tops. I can't seem to keep them nice if they are bigger than a lap size. Then I use the rollers. It does save alot of time doing it that way. It doesn't work well for me with any thick poly batting though. No matter what size, I have to use the rollers or it's wonky.
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