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FMQ on Pumpkin Runner
Julkane   Intermediate PA USA Member since 9/14/07 Posts: 442	Login to reply to this post 1 member likes this. Date: 9/9/12 8:18 PM I need to free motion quilt 2 quilts for Christmas so I am practicing FMQ. I started quilting 4 years ago but have only done 6 "Quilt as You Go" quilts. Although they are lovely I yearn to do FMQ. I made this runner and used several different patterns to quilt. Although far from perfect, I am very happy with my progress. I have posted close up pics on my blog. -- Edited on 9/9/12 8:26 PM -- -- Edited on 9/9/12 9:24 PM -- ------ Elna Excellence 740, Pfaff Quilt expression 4.0, Janome 300E, Brother 8500D, Janome 900CPX CoverPro, Brother 5234 Project Runway Serger, Singer Treadle http://juliannasjourney.blogspot.com/
Miss Fairchild   Advanced USA Member since 8/24/02 Posts: 6998	Login to reply to this post In reply to Julkane << Like this post Date: 9/9/12 9:40 PM At first I thought this was echo quilting but then noticed it's not! Great job! ------ "We don't impose our rhythm on Nature. The key is to respect and live within Her." Jean-Charles Boisset, Winemaker "And no, now that you asked, I didn't enjoy that play one bit, and I'd like a refund" Signed, Mrs. Lincoln My Etsy shop: auntmaymesattic My blog: auntmaymesattic.wordpress.com Avatar: First place award for jacket at county fair
Learn To Sew   Intermediate WA USA Member since 4/12/05 Posts: 7994	Login to reply to this post In reply to Julkane << Like this post Date: 9/9/12 10:09 PM I'm impressed. Nicely done. ------ Quilting is relaxing to me. I love to play with fabrics, patterns and colors. Bernina 630 machine only Pfaff 2036 Babylock Molly Bernina 1200DA serger Unique Sewing Cabinet 450L
RipStitcher Intermediate Member since 5/28/12 Posts: 1402	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 9/9/12 11:57 PM Looks great! I've got a quilt I'm just starting to practice on. I put mine aside until my new table shows up on Tuesday. (I ordered the Gidget 2 - that acrylic extension table is supposed to work well with our machines on that table.) My machine is currently set up on my high (counter height - with bar stool like chairs) dining room table... and it's just not comfy for long periods of time. So I'm hoping to get more comfy and get into this FMQ'ing! These machines are great for this, aren't they? ------ nightowlsally.com On my radar someday: Babylock Serger, and some machine for travel. My dearest wish is to have Bernina come out with a machine that doesn't give me a reason to *not* buy it. 2012: New Elna Lotus (mostly for granddaughter), Red Elna Press, Horizon 7700, Gidget 2 Table, Babylock Ellisimo Gold 1970's: Elna SU62 & ElnaPress
Sharon48   Intermediate Member since 5/17/12 Posts: 96	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 9/10/12 0:33 AM Wonderful job! I, too, am doing an autumn table runner that I plan to practice FMQ'ing on. What pattern did you use, I really like it.
arianamaniacs   Advanced AUSTRIA Member since 6/11/04 Posts: 943	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 9/10/12 2:48 AM Looks really nice! I just started a quilt and have never done FMQ before. I'm going to try it on this one, but I'll get some practice in first on some extra squares.
Julkane   Intermediate PA USA Member since 9/14/07 Posts: 442	Login to reply to this post In reply to RipStitcher << Like this post Date: 9/10/12 7:25 AM You are so right - I had no luck with FMQ until I got the Elna 740. I have mine on a 4 foot table and have an adjustable office chair that keeps me at the right height. I keep looking at the Gidget 2 but it is still on my wish list. Do you use your Elna Press alot? ------ Elna Excellence 740, Pfaff Quilt expression 4.0, Janome 300E, Brother 8500D, Janome 900CPX CoverPro, Brother 5234 Project Runway Serger, Singer Treadle http://juliannasjourney.blogspot.com/
Julkane   Intermediate PA USA Member since 9/14/07 Posts: 442	Login to reply to this post In reply to Sharon48 << Like this post Date: 9/10/12 7:27 AM Sharon, I got the free pattern from Hoffman Fabrics Pumpkin Runner ------ Elna Excellence 740, Pfaff Quilt expression 4.0, Janome 300E, Brother 8500D, Janome 900CPX CoverPro, Brother 5234 Project Runway Serger, Singer Treadle http://juliannasjourney.blogspot.com/
Julkane   Intermediate PA USA Member since 9/14/07 Posts: 442	Login to reply to this post In reply to arianamaniacs << Like this post Date: 9/10/12 7:30 AM Yep I am sure FMQ on a quilt is going to be harder than on a runner just due to the size but I am so excited to give it a try. My quilts will not be ready to quilt probably until September or October but I will keep you posted on my progress. ------ Elna Excellence 740, Pfaff Quilt expression 4.0, Janome 300E, Brother 8500D, Janome 900CPX CoverPro, Brother 5234 Project Runway Serger, Singer Treadle http://juliannasjourney.blogspot.com/
Cat n Bull   Advanced NC USA Member since 2/17/06 Posts: 1931	Login to reply to this post Like this post Date: 9/10/12 8:49 AM I love it! You did a great job, and I love the pattern too. I am also new to FMQ. I used to hate it, then I got a teflon liner and it makes it much easier for me. ------ Cathryn

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