Tuesday, August 16, 2011

FMQ Fun

No...that's not a typo....I'm actually having some fun with this FMQ thing ;-)


I'm only three bobbins into the FMQ part of quilting SuperStar (not including the quilting already ripped out), but so far, so good.


Remember, I already quilted spirals in the star centers.  Now, getting back to the background space, I am doing free form loops with some stars quilted in here and there.  Once I decided to switch bobbin thread, adjust my tension (the machine tension, that is), relax, and take periodic breaks, the process is going much smoother.  

I have still have a long way to go...not only with this quilt....but also with FMQ in general....
....better get back to work!

What are you working on today?
Have an amazing day!

7 comments:

  1. Looking great, Rene'! You and your son will love it when it's done!

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  2. You're doing a fabulous job! It looks great. I love the random little stars thrown in . . . Today I'm working on . . . customer quilts on the longarm. I really like the one I have on the frame right now, which definitely makes it more interesting and fun.

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  3. "adjusting your tension" made me smile. I would have to adjust MY tension too, and I don't mean my machine. It's going to be a beautiful quilt!

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  4. So happy you're making progress with your fab quilt! It looks great so far. You are going to be so happy you did this one all yourself!

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  5. Good for you! I'm so glad you're having fun with it. The quilting looks pretty good.

    I worked all day today and then went to guild meeting. No sewing for me today. Long, grueling day at work.

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  6. looks great - I am still a long way from FMQ but applaud your efforts!

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  7. Your middle son is going to enjoy having his quilt at FSU. I look forward to seeing a picture of it on his dorm bed.

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