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On Massdrop, whether you’re a beginner just starting out or a seasoned expert, you should always be able to find answers to your questions within the community.
QUILT PATTERNS With endless amounts of quilting patterns out there, it’s hard to know where to get started. Getting a glimpse of what other people are doing with their patterns can serve as good inspiration, and asking the right questions can help you with your next project.
ASK QUESTIONS • What are the best patterns for applique quilting? • How do I start preparing a patchwork pattern quilt? • Do different fabric types make a difference?
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sylvia54
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Oct 7, 2018
Does anyone have a Baby Lock Jazz? I don't see a way to position the needle left or right of center when straight stitching. I also don't like that when you set it on Zig Zag, it moves the needle off center for the stitch. Otherwise, I like the way it sews and enjoy the large throat.
sylvia54
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Nov 8, 2018
Thank you so much!! The instruction manual doesn't mention that but it makes sense!
kbkrell
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Nov 16, 2018
sylvia54You are welcome!
loomroomcat
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Aug 26, 2018
This was my very first quilt. A great place to start. The blocks are big, the fabric was already picked out (kit) and the applique was pretty easy. Tula Pink Faded Hearts.
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LaRae
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Sep 1, 2018
loomroomcatWhat a great job you did for a first quilt! So beautiful! Keep up the good work, we need more beginning quilters to carry on these wonderful keepsakes. Be sure to label your quilts. They will be someone's treasure some day and they will want to know where it came from. Even if you plan on keeping it, you need a label to remind yourself, it was your first and you can look back on it and see how far you have come. Good Luck and make many more quilts!
sandylbc
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Apr 3, 2019
loomroomcatVery nice! Did you stipple it, or did you use something else?
MargaretLee
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Aug 15, 2018
I live in Adelaide South Australia and I’ve been quilting since I retired in 99. I started going to a group but that got too bitchy, have tried two others since then with the same results. So I have joined groups on Facebook which ive a lot more helpful and no back stabbing. I have machine quilted some of my quilts on my domestic machine and loved it but about 8 - 10 years or so ago I tried hand quilting and piecing and fell in love. I also now incorporate embroidery into my quilts. Our quilt designers here in OZ are fantastic and they cover most styles. We have one lady Sue Daley who does the EPP English paper piecing and designs some beautiful quilts.
RuthAnnClark
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Sep 3, 2018
I learned to quilt about 20 years ago by hand-piecing and hand-quilting. Although I now machine piece a lot also, hand-piecing is my favorite. I have made numerous quilts completely by hand. I mostly use Coats and Clark all-purpose thread to piece and then quilt with quilting thread. Some people recommend only using cotton thread. I am still using the first quilt I sewed and it has held up well with many washings.
quiltsbyelaine
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Oct 26, 2018
I use a regular cotton thread, sometimes one labeled 'quilting' thread. I also use perl cotton and embroidery floss when I want the quilting to stand out.
NHRICHARD
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Jul 14, 2018
I am a very amateur quilter . In the past two years, i have completed two lapquilts of my own design of colors . My first quilt was an OHIO STAR pattern and everyone looks at it and says a "you picked ohio star for your first quilt ? Are you Crazy?. I guess i am but that is what i made for my first quilt . The second one was of the Attic Window design and i was proud that i was able to finish that in time for my sister's 80th birthday. I started quilting as something to try. I am self taught using online videos and one of Fons and Porter's Guide to Quilting books. I enjoy going to quilt shows and i have been to the Vermont Quilt Festival in Essex Junction , Vermont two years and the Maine Quilt show last year. i photograph as many quilts as I can in the time i have to attend these shows. i got some good ideas and help at the Vermont show this year to work on my third quilt . l like is said i am a beginner compared to many of you out there but it is fun and relaxing even when i make mistakes . LOL.
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blp59rn
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Oct 8, 2018
NHRICHARDYour quilts are beautiful.
dmhquilt
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Dec 7, 2018
NHRICHARDGood job. Ohio Star is a little tricky for a beginner. However you learn a lot of the basics with it that are used in other quilts. Great job. I have been quilting for years and still learn new techniques. Take some classes. Even if you don't think you will like the technique, you will find that out without a lot of extra expense, meet people and learn some good tips. I have been to the Vermont Show years ago. I enjoyed it. I take lots of photos too at shows.
timi45
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Jun 27, 2018
**should have said sew not see
Duncan
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Aug 31, 2018
timi45You can edit your comments by clicking/tapping on the "•••" if you like.
timi45
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Jun 27, 2018
How many on this blog own, love &/or see on a Singer Featherweight? Do you belong to a group where you meet with other feathweight enthusiasts?
brenda52411
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Sep 7, 2018
I love my featherweights, too, but I just have way too many. I have a lot of other sewing machines, too... hate to give a total. I *won't* give a total count!! ;)
Ljeannej
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Sep 22, 2018
timi45I have two Featherweights, one black and one white. I do all my block making on mu 221’s.
Pattyjean
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Jun 26, 2018
I started a bergillo it a year ago, omg I have never had unsew so much in my 9 years of quilting. I'm now at the point where I'm going to piece them together and let it be.
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MyaJean76
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Sep 29, 2018
PattyjeanI didn't think there was that much sewing involved because of how you cut it... that's really neat I love your color palette!!
Pattyjean
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Sep 30, 2018
MyaJean76Thank you! If you don’t unpick in the right place you have resew. I would think I did it right and low and behold was wrong. But that’s ok. I will get it finished
Kwilltr
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Jun 19, 2018
What are the best patterns for needle turn appliqué?
RuthAnnClark
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Sep 3, 2018
KwilltrI found flowers are easier. There's a lot of forgiveness if they aren't perfect. As with all quilting, you need to decide what works for you. And how good is "good enough" for you. It's your art. The joy is in the journey.
Quilty
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Sep 15, 2018
KwilltrLook up Karen K Buckley. She has lot of tools to help with Appliqué.
blp59rn
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May 21, 2018
If you are very inexperienced with quilting as I am, I have been quilting off and on for 4 years, I have found that some of the quilt patterns by Eleanor Burns are very easy to follow instructions and make a very nice looking quilt. I would recommend the book, "Quick Trip". I have used this book to make a queen sized quilt, a twin sized and a crib sized quilt. They all turned out very nice. If you are just starting, take a look at this book.
Nokogranny
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May 2, 2018
lorettabj must be a bot. "Her" comment makes no sense.
brenda52411
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Aug 26, 2018
OH - just found it. Yes, looks like a bot. Our admin needs to review...
Quilty
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Sep 15, 2018
NokogrannyIt looks as if she held down the enter key 100 times.
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