I've been working on this quilt to practice ruler work. I always find ruler work difficult. I'm afraid to keep my ruler foot snug too tightly next to the ruler. I've actually broken a few needles when I have slipped the ruler under the needle. But if it's not tight enough, I tend to veer away from the ruler! I'm trying to find the right amount of pressure I need to follow the ruler and not break my machine!
My friend was kind enough to let my practice on a quilt she made for Quilts for Kids. I'm trying a little custom quilting as well as the ruler work. Of course, I get to meander a good portion of it! That's my go to stitch for any project I'm quilting!
I ordered this fabric to use as a backing. I'm not sure why but I love large floral fabrics for backings! I feel they're perfect to finish up that quilt!
Have a wonderful weekend!!
I recognize those owls! :-)
ReplyDeleteThat's a very pretty backing. What will the front look like?
Thank you, Em! The owl quilt top is easy to quilt because it's so well made! I might use that backing for the quilt I designed. Love that big print!!
DeleteGreat job! Always nervous to practice machine quilting, but practice makes progress! Love the backing fabric!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kat! It is very nerve wracking! I'm almost done and I must admit that using the ruler has become so much easier! I really do need that practice!
Deletelove your backing and those owls.you are a brave gal to use rulers. LOL
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dawn! I'm always afraid I'll screw up my machine when I use rulers. I definitely feel I'm doing better. Need lots of practice!
DeleteWhat is ruler work??I've never heard that term before. Anyway--your quilting looks lovely hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteThanks, Julierose! Ruler work is laying a ruler down on the quilt and quilting around it. Sort of hard to coordinate your hands, machine and quilt! Getting a little better after working on this quilt.
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