Aescley

Thank you everyone so much for the encouragement and advice, I really appreciate it! I will take a look at that link for a generic walking foot, as well as fiddle around with the presser foot to see if I can adjust it like suggested.

I didn't know about there being a spray for basting - I will definitely be trying that the next time around!

Again, I really appreciate the kind support. I've been muddling through it with guides on the internet, and wasn't expecting to have problems like this during the quilting - I definitely overestimated how easy it would be to pick this all up without error!

Aescley

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This is a part of my quilt, with pretty much every different fabric I am using. The colour scheme was based on the intended recipient's living room colours, so I will still give this one away when done and make myself another I think.

sewingsuz

Hi, and welcome to the board. Yes when I first started I has puckers also. When I wash them you could not hardly see were they were. I do not like to use pins because they get in the way. I either spray baste outside or in the garage on a couple tables I put up. Sometimes I use the washable glue and put it on with a small paint brush. I would not rip it out because it is a big job and you may tear the fabric. Everyone on the board can help at any time.

Mkotch

I'm the type of person who might be forever bothered by the folds and puckers, so I would probably rip out the worst of them. (I sometimes rearrange the dishes in the dishwasher when DH puts them in there) I then would get a walking foot that works with the machine and then finish the quilting. I'd keep the quilt and use it, knowing that this was a practice piece and I'd get better. The first quilt I ever quilted myself 25 years ago is now in the trunk of my car for emergencies and picnics. I didn't use a walking foot either. You'll be surprised how much easier quilting is with a walking foot.

hobbykat1955

At least you were aware of the steps In quilting, Me not so much. My first quilt bk in 2000 with my new Husq Lily was patchwk with every type of fabric you can imagine cut into 5 inch sqs w/scissors (who knew what a rotary cutter or cotton fabric was). My seams were every size you can imagine due to not cutting an exact 5 inch sq. Batting what's batting. I pieced strips of linen and cotton together for a bk and sewed it together, leaving a opening to turn inside out and I had a quilt.,,,
I recently pulled the bking off of it to do it right. I guess some might say threw it out but it was my first no matter how the top was put together and now I can make adjustments and remind myself how far I've come.

SusieQOH

I found an awesome way to baste with the help of our board members. Elmer's School Glue (it washes out). I drizzle it
all over the backing and batting and it doesn't budge while quilting. And it's cheap !!!
Just be sure if you try this method to get the washable Elmer's.
I heard you can even water it down but I haven't tried it yet.

AZ Jane

Excellent advice and one I was just getting ready to write. Google how to's for Elmer's Washable School Glue. The white cheapie glue everyone used in school. If done correctly, there is no movement of your fabric. I stock up at Wal-Mart when they have the gallon size and move it into smaller bottles to use.

Kelsie

From what you say in post # 21 you are doing the same thing that I did. You might think about taking a class or two. I didn't and I'm sorry because I can now look back and see how much time I wasted because I didn't quite know what I was doing. Most of my sewing experience is from decades ago. There are lots of little tricks to making a good quilt. I am lucky now because I have a good group that I quilt with and they are always willing to help if I need it.

klswift

Yes, life would be a whole lot easier if you can find a walking foot that will fit the machine - but, it is still workable. Since it is your first, I would suggest that instead of pinning, you spray baste it. Lay the backing down, lightly spray it and then from the center, lay the batting on top. Then repeat with the top. It seems like too much, but for your first time , it could really help. Then remember to only sew the area your hands can hold, then stop, reposition your hands and sew a bit more - repeat, repeat, repeat. Also, try a very simple quilting, perhaps just a diagonal starting from center out, turn around and go from center out. If necessary, then you can do the other diagonal. Don't get too worried about doing too much quilting. This is your first, do enough to hold it and then pat yourself on the back for making it!!! With each one, you will get more confident and try new things. A sign I keep up at all my classes is the saying 'Perfection is the enemy of Creativity' and it is so very true. We are so much harder on ourselves than any person receiving your handmade gift.

farmquilter

You are the first to mention the kids washable school glue, that was my thoughts after reading the request for help. Using a paint brush is a good idea and would be smooth to stitch over.

So just removing the pins and then use some glue should be a great help for quilting.