My first try at free motion quilting

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09-30-2010, 05:43 AM

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Chigger Holler Quilter

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Thanks for posting. I'm trying to gather up nerve to try it myself! :) keep practicing! I plan on makeing a bunch of pot holders to practice on.

09-30-2010, 05:46 AM

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wolph33

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looks great-it gets easier each time

09-30-2010, 05:56 AM

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girlsfour

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Great job for the first time! Makes me want to try. Do you have any tips??

09-30-2010, 05:58 AM

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yetta

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well done, love the colors..

09-30-2010, 06:18 AM

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diannemc

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Someone said "Machine fast, hands slow" This is true! You think because the machine is going fast you have to moved your hands just as fast!..Using gloves helps..I just used garden gloves with the rubber on the fingers and palms..works good and a lot cheaper! Thread kept breaking.. My machine is just picky about what it is threaded with..Did not like the quilting thread for machines?? Give it a try.. If I did it anyone can...Thanks everyone!

09-30-2010, 06:31 AM

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Janie Q

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It looks great! I'd never know it was your first try. I'm a beginner too and wish my work was as good!

09-30-2010, 06:35 AM

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KathyAire

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Quote:

Originally Posted by diannemc

This free motion quilting is like dancing..(Which I was never good at) Think I will like it once I get the hang of it..But don't think I can do anything very big!

Dancing with the Stars here she comes. You've got rhythm. You did a good job. Like dancing, it only gets better with practice. Keep up the good work.

09-30-2010, 12:50 PM

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Suzi

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Good for you!!! I have a quilt ready to make the attempt to FMQ - just haven't gotton up the courage to take the plunge. You give me inspiration - thanks!!!