How do you count stitches when handquilting?
09-23-2011, 01:01 PM
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probably the best answer to RenaB is......
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Sorry for the double post. I leaned on the computer.
However, we do admire the hand quilted with the finest and smallest stitches. On the other hand, it is the quality of the stitch that judges often look at and not the quantity.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
ego
Sorry for the double post. I leaned on the computer.
However, we do admire the hand quilted with the finest and smallest stitches. On the other hand, it is the quality of the stitch that judges often look at and not the quantity.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
09-23-2011, 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Holice
it is the quality of the stitch that judges often look at and not the quantity.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
09-23-2011, 01:56 PM
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I found that mine were getting better the more I worked on my first project. I think its a matter of practice but SPI can also be affected by the type of fabric, type of batting, needles used etc. I am definately not a master!
09-23-2011, 03:18 PM
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One stitch is going down through the layers to the back and coming back up. So you would only count the stitches you see on the top. The thread showing on the back is part of the stitch showing on the top. Does that make sense?
I've been handquilting for years and have never worried about stitches per inch.
I've been handquilting for years and have never worried about stitches per inch.
09-23-2011, 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by quiltsRfun
Originally Posted by Holice
it is the quality of the stitch that judges often look at and not the quantity.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
09-23-2011, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by RenaB
Never knew we should count. May I ask under which circumstances you would count?
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09-23-2011, 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Quiltmaniac2010
Originally Posted by quiltsRfun
Originally Posted by Holice
it is the quality of the stitch that judges often look at and not the quantity.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
My Grandmother taught me that what you are doing is the right way, not worrying about size, just making them even. The smaller stitches will come once you master the even stitches.
09-23-2011, 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Old hen
Originally Posted by Quiltmaniac2010
Originally Posted by quiltsRfun
Originally Posted by Holice
it is the quality of the stitch that judges often look at and not the quantity.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
A larger but even stitch, penetrating into the back in an even way (not the same size) might overshadow the fine close stitches that don't have quality on the back.
09-24-2011, 04:34 AM
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I'm too lazy to go find a quilt and count my stitches. When I first started I knew nothing about quilting and only a little about weaving. I ended up counting the threads in the fabric to make even stitches. Four threads of the material per stitch. Didn't know any better and turned out OK. Nice even stitches. Whatever worked.
LOL! What a great remark! I guess we count when someone asks. ;-) ;-)
Jan in VA
Originally Posted by Jan in VA
Originally Posted by RenaB
Never knew we should count. May I ask under which circumstances you would count?
Jan in VA
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