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Originally Posted by EdieClay
This is a great tute. Very helpful. Now, since I am new at quilting my own quilt, once you get the quilt basted, you take it off the boards, right? and how do you handle it to quilt it on your machine? Also, you quilt from the middle out to the edges, don't you? Thanks!
I do usually start quilting from near the middle. If I'm doing some stitch-in-the-ditch (SITD) combined with free-motion, I'll do all of the SITD first and then go back and do the free-motion designs. I don't think there's really a right or wrong way to do it, that's just how I prefer to handle it. |
Thank you! Thank you! I knew there had to be a way to put it all together with out a quilt frame. Love your Idea!!!
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Thanks so much for all the detailed steps on basting a quilt sandwich. Soooo glad I found your posting. Tonight I finished piecing a Batik top (65" x 84") which is the largest I've ever done and had no idea of what to do next.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!! Once I learn your technique I wont be limited to making baby quilts and placemates. |
Wendy, Love your Scarlet Fiesta!!!
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Originally Posted by azwendyg
Originally Posted by auntlucy
Any particular reason that you use mdf boards rather than wood boards? Is each board 8 plus feet long? Thanks for the great pictures and instructions.
The boards I used here are 8 feet long, but I have a shorter, 5 foot, set that fits on my cutting table for smaller quilts. It works best to use boards that are just a little longer than your quilt is wide. Hope this answers your questions... |
This is a lot like Sharon Schaumber's instructions - it works, cause I tried it on a huge quilt for my daughter
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Originally Posted by many craft person
This is a lot like Sharon Schaumber's instructions - it works, cause I tried it on a huge quilt for my daughter
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This was so helpful - thanks so much for taking the time to show us!
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Your quilt is beautiful. Thanks for taking the time to show a "Newbie" how to properly baste a quilt. No wonder I've been having problems! With your directions and photos, I see success in my future! Thanks ever so much!
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My ignorance: I had to find a definition for MDF: It means Medium Density Fiberboard
from Home Depot: "Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) MDF is made by breaking softwoods down into individual fibers, which are then glued and pressed together. MDF is denser than particle board and has a smooth finish that takes paint very well, making it a great choice for interior projects. MDF can also be used for built-ins, cabinets, raised panels, or simple furniture." |
Another thanks for a great tute. I never thought of adding the flannel to the boards but will now. Again, thanks so much.
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Great instructions - using MDF for rolling fab would be better than regular boards, as it won't warp - THANKS!
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Originally Posted by vagabondmom
Another thanks for a great tute. I never thought of adding the flannel to the boards but will now. Again, thanks so much.
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I just found your tute in the archives. Thank you so much for sharing this idea. Your directions are very clear and easy to follow. What a wonderful solution for a difficult job!
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I hope you don't mind. I linked to your tutorial from my blog and borrowed a picture (it redirects here) blog.petitdesignco.com
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Thanks so much. I must try this. Looks like you can keep it straight.
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Originally Posted by nemejia
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I hope you don't mind. I linked to your tutorial from my blog and borrowed a picture (it redirects here) blog.petitdesignco.com
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Thank you so much for the tutorial and the excellent photos with the descriptions. I have been searching for a method to pin my quilts without getting down on the floor, and you have ended my search.
amh Saskatoon Canada |
This is the way to go!!!!! I have tried it, shared it, and love it!
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Thank you so much for your directions and photos. I'm going to try this on my next quilt.
amh |
I agree with everyone on the great tut..I viewed Sharon's tut but couldn't quite get it...but with your pictures and directions, I think I can do this, my days on the floor are long gone.. I thank you for the time and love of quilting you put into these pictures and discription...Many happy days quilting..
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Originally Posted by Ladyjanedoe
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Update:
I went to Lowe's this weekend and got two 8 ft boards for about $20. Then went to Joann's a bought three yards of flannel for about $11 ( used coupon). I used your tutorial to complete basting on my quilt top and it worked wonderfully. I did use pins though. Wow! Such a huge difference! Thanks again for sharing this method that makes this task less odious. |
I used this method with the boards for the first time a couple of weeks ago. It was easy and really worked. When I basted my quilt, it was secure enough that I have been hand quilting it in a wooden lap hoop. This is the first hand quilting I have done and am using the utility quilting stitch. It is probably the last time for me except for small projects! This is a great tutorial. Thanks for posting.
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I have used this method as well. Works like a dream and will hold quilts nicely for months - if need be. Best method for home quilters.
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I just had to thank you! I am new to quilting, and now a new member :) . I came across your wonderful instruction while googling for advise on free motion machine quilting. I have to say I am turning into a junky...lol!
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Question
I am new to this so I hope I am doing it right. I am so pleased to have found this method and am currently trying it on a child's sample quilt in preparation for trying it on a queen size quilt which I intend to free motion quilt on my pfaff sewing machine. I hope it works! The question I have is why lay the back and top on top of each other, especially when working with large quilts. Would it not work to roll the backing up on a board and then roll the top? It seems to me that might be easier....
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Beautiful tutorial. Thanks for your effort to put it together and sharing with us. So easy to understand with pic's along the way.
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Can you go ahead and use the spray to baste while using the boards, or is it too messy? What about using glue to baste? My arthritis makes hand stitching difficult, and as for pins!! No way!!!
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Beautiful quilt and a great tutorial. Thank you
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I've seen this method used with pool noodles. They are much lighter.
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would those swim noodles work instead of the boards?
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Great tut! I thread baste on a folding table too, but I think I'm going to try the boards next time.
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Originally Posted by spark
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would those swim noodles work instead of the boards?
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