How can I make so many mistakes?
07-22-2011, 07:39 PM
#116
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[quote=dallen4350]How can I make so many mistakes with one small table runner?
1) Making a back that somehow didn't exactly match the front, so when I FMQ the strips on the front, it didn't stay in the corresponding strips on the back. I used the same ruler, same machine, etc. So why was it different?
2) Using birthing method instead of using binding. So you can see a little of the back on the front and vice versa.
3) Bad FMQ. Probably should have just tried to stipple, which doesn't show when you wobble as much.
oh, man, I think it is awesome! I am so intimidated about FMQ. I admire you for just going for it.
1) Making a back that somehow didn't exactly match the front, so when I FMQ the strips on the front, it didn't stay in the corresponding strips on the back. I used the same ruler, same machine, etc. So why was it different?
2) Using birthing method instead of using binding. So you can see a little of the back on the front and vice versa.
3) Bad FMQ. Probably should have just tried to stipple, which doesn't show when you wobble as much.
oh, man, I think it is awesome! I am so intimidated about FMQ. I admire you for just going for it.
07-24-2011, 09:59 AM
#120
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Location: Mississippi
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Originally Posted by Tartan
I think your table runner is very nice. The "birthing method" sounds easy but it's not. You think that it will be done and you won't have to put binding on but I am never satisfied with the result. No matter how carefully you pin and quilt it, there always seems to be some fabric along the edge that doesn't match up. Maybe it's just me but I like binding better.
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