I only basted the top edge. I didn't have issues with the other three sides. I free handed a wave design across the top and down the sides as I went. At first I was quilting the center then the sides. At some point I quilted the sides then center. I made it work but will try not to repeat that error.
I was pretty consistent down the sides until I got to the end. I wasn't feeling my best and my corners ended weird. I drew it out but it just didn't work. I'll try turning it next time so the side borders are at top and bottom. I need to take a small step back until I've had more practice.
Someone suggested I make my loops bigger. I like how they look but I get bored quickly! I'll work it out.
Finally I need to pay closer attention when winding my bobbin. The thread slipped out of the tension discs. I think this was the root of my tension issues.
Next up is a little quilt I pieced.
Hugs,
Swooze
2 comments:
rome wasn't built in a day....looking good so far, everyone's learning curve is probably different...relax and enjoy the process!
Keep practicing - I took a course with a MQ expert (can't remember which one) and she said a minimum of 300 hours to be good! I've never done that much but I used to be better at it when I was doing a lot.
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