How do you count stitches when handquilting?
09-26-2011, 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Old hen
Do you count the stitches on the top and the bottom? The gal at my LQS said I had 16/inch, but that would include both. What is the proper amount...........8 or 16?
09-26-2011, 02:02 PM
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I don't count. I just try to make all my stitches consistantly. And try to stitch as close as possible. Probably about 6-8 stitches per inch. Am getting better. Practice makes perfect.
Use a size 8 needle.
Use a size 8 needle.
09-26-2011, 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Old hen
Do you count the stitches on the top and the bottom? The gal at my LQS said I had 16/inch, but that would include both. What is the proper amount...........8 or 16?
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