quilting pattern question
03-01-2016, 04:54 AM
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yes, it has the stitch regulator. I know once I get the hang of it, I will have a blast. I debated between the Tiara and the Sweet Sixteen ( I think that is the one) And chose the Tiara due to a subsantial price difference for the same features and, in my opinion, quality!
As far as resources for FMQ designs the internet is chock full of it. I like Harriett Hargraves Heirloom machine quilting as a good resource to start showing you tricks and tips from making your sandwich to stabilizing the quilt with ditch stitching. The book is full of pictures and the back of the book has numerous continuous line designs to get you started. You can usually pick up one of the older version on Amazon for the price of shipping.
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03-01-2016, 05:06 AM
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I assume that you didn't buy this from a dealer because they usually have classes to teach you about using your new machine. The two things I learn from Harriet Hargrave were these:
1. Find a comfortable speed that allows you to make a consistent stitch length similar to a DSM.
2. Don't focus at the needle but look ahead to where you want to go. I found it easier at first to follow a line or a stencil, then as your skills improve, then try it without a drawn line. Good Luck. It is just as any skill building takes time and practice.
1. Find a comfortable speed that allows you to make a consistent stitch length similar to a DSM.
2. Don't focus at the needle but look ahead to where you want to go. I found it easier at first to follow a line or a stencil, then as your skills improve, then try it without a drawn line. Good Luck. It is just as any skill building takes time and practice.
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