EasyPeezy

Thanks all. It will be baby steps for sure but I'm quite happy with it.
I know more about FMQ than I did two weeks ago.

I try to practice everyday...even if it's just one square. I think it really
helps.

EasyPeezy

I know exactly how you felt. Give it another try and don't hesitate to ask for help here.

Bree123

I just love hearing that fellow quilters have caught the FMQ bug! I learned by watching online videos by Leah Day (Free Motion Project) & Heather Thomas (National Quilter's Circle). Both of those ladies tell students to expect to spend time practicing before producing something that will make you happy & I'm so grateful for that lesson. I started off practicing on changing pads & a few practice sandwiches & went on to baby quilts for new additions to the family. My repertoire is still very limited, but I love learning to stitch out new designs even though each one is still several more hours of practice before starting to work on the actual quilt. The only way to learn to FMQ is to actually FMQ. You can't learn to ride a bike by reading a manual & you can't learn to FMQ without actually setting up your machine & practicing.

I'd love to see some photos of your newly quilted quilts when you're ready to share!

bneuen

I try to travel or do something new every year and this is the year I decided about FMQ. I have watched many of the Craftsy FMQ classes - Walters, Day, Needham - and all of them have been so helpful. After watching the one with Cindy Needham, I attempted a wall hanging and I'm am amazed at how much I enjoyed it and while not perfect, it's pretty...even the feathers :-). My schedule has kept me from do more, but still want to do some more this year.

Karamarie

Glad to hear many are trying and enjoying FMQ. I caught the "bug" a few years ago and I love the process of FMQ. I also took a couple of craftsy classes to pick up methods, hints, etc. It does help to have a larger harp area on your sewing machine (I have a Janome 6600 which has a 9" harp area). I have saved enough money by doing my own FMQ that I've paid for my Janome machine already. It's very rewarding once it "clicks" but I also know it doesn't work for everyone - we all have different things that work for us. Do what works for you and be happy with it.

quilterpurpledog

I really love to FMQ-but I certainly didn't to start with. It was easier to do straight line quilting. However, it have a complementary look. I started by trying simple things, stencils and designs drawn on paper and quilted onto the quilt. Practice is the key. I have done some on site quilt store classes and some on-line classes. My skill set is growing and I keep trying. Mostly I'm happy with the effort and keep on learning. But, I really like doing it.

shasta5718

They also have some good classes on Craftsy for free motion quilting.

hudgoddess

I keep practicing, but I'm way too ocd to call it fun with all the booboos in it. Fortunately, I like modern quilts and those can be quilted in straight lines a lot!!

Dolphyngyrl

patsy thompon and cindy needham are 2 of my favorites that have helped me improve

IBQUILTIN

Good going for you. It always feels like such an accomplishment when you learn a new technique. Kudos