- - FMQ for Christmas
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solstice3
10-15-2012 03:23 AM
absolutely beautiful
glorcour
10-15-2012 05:20 AM
Beautiful work
breezyquilts
10-15-2012 05:22 AM
Awesome!! I love your pattern, it's beautiful and your quilting is amazing!! Any tricks on fmq with the metallic threads? I have the same Juki, but I get thread breakage!!!
azwendyg
10-15-2012 05:39 AM
Originally Posted by breezyquilts
(Post 5586831)
Awesome!! I love your pattern, it's beautiful and your quilting is amazing!! Any tricks on fmq with the metallic threads? I have the same Juki, but I get thread breakage!!!
Working with metallic threads is interesting...
First, the brand of thread you use DOES make a difference. My machine is much happier with Superior metallic thread than any other I have tried.
Then, you'll need to use a thread stand that allows the spool to sit horizontally so it can unroll straight off the spool instead of being pulled over the top. Here's one that I use: https://www.superiorthreads.com/shop...thread-holder/ (see the second picture for how to use it horizontally)
And, you'll need to use a different bobbin thread (I like Bottom Line from Superior).
Loosen the tension, both top and bottom, so it's easier for the thread to pull through.
Use an embroidery or topstitch needle because they have a larger eye for the thread to go through.
Hope this info helps!
BJquilt
10-15-2012 05:41 AM
WOW.........just love it......very nice
Happy Linda
10-15-2012 05:48 AM
WOW. Just a wonderful job.
Cookie64
10-15-2012 05:55 AM
The tree is so beautiful. Your work is wonderful.
cat-on-a-mac
10-15-2012 05:55 AM
All I can say is "WOW". Love the tree design, and the quilting is amazing. Thanks for sharing and giving us a new level to aspire to ... sorry, "to which to aspire" (LOL!)
cheri stonespinner
10-15-2012 06:13 AM
Yowza thats some fancy free quilting! You have the gift! Thanks for shareing, I had to stare at it for awhile I wish I had that kind of talent.
JanieH
10-15-2012 06:26 AM
Originally Posted by hildie
(Post 5582434)
The quilting is absolutely fabulous!!! I just love your tree design but the creativity of the quilting takes it over the top. Very inspiring projects!
I agree with this wholeheartedly! The colors are wonderful, too!