using a twin needle for quiling
#1
Has anyone used a twin needle for stitch in the ditch or just stitching around the block? I would like to try this. I have never used my twin needle and would like to know if this would work.
I AM NOT talking about free motion quilting. I do not do this type of quilting yet.
Charlene
I AM NOT talking about free motion quilting. I do not do this type of quilting yet.
Charlene
#2
I've never tried it. I think if I were to try it I'd sandwich a couple of charm pack pieces rather than to start on a whole quilt. I'm not sure what the underneath side looks like when you use a double needle. Sounds like it's something worth looking into though.
#3
Originally Posted by raptureready
I've never tried it. I think if I were to try it I'd sandwich a couple of charm pack pieces rather than to start on a whole quilt. I'm not sure what the underneath side looks like when you use a double needle. Sounds like it's something worth looking into though.
#5
I'm anxiously waiting to hear how it turns out. I usually sew on a vintage Singer but if this works I just might break out one of the newer machines and try it myself. Even if it does some form of zigzag on the back that might not be too bad either. You may have just invented a new way to quilt.
#6
Originally Posted by cjk
I would think that it would need to be a strong needle because at least one needle will be hitting the 1/4 seam.
#8
I've used a twin needle to crosshatch quilt before and I love the effect. Never tried it for SID though. When quilting with a twin needle, be careful not to try to curve with it and make sure that the needle can accommodate your stitch width. Also, the back looks different, since there is only bobbin thread to two top threads.
Looking forward to see the results of your sample.
Looking forward to see the results of your sample.
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I tried my twin needle and did not like it at all. I had trouble with one of the threads breaking and the bottom stitch was horrible. I hope it works for you.
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