Since last week's post, my shipment from Connecting Threads arrived and I busily got down to work on the quilt tops that have been accumulating! First up was Chrysalis. I basted, quilted and bound this one in just a few days. I love it! (more details here)
Next up was the Sparkle top, made following this QAL. I decided to try free motion for the first time on a large project, and chose to do loops in rows like I saw on Stitched in Color last week. I am glad that I chose a design done in rows for my first time, because FMQ on a large project is HARD! Much different than on a small project. I have some weird little jiggedy spots where I didn't re-start very well, but overall it's going pretty good. Can't say I'm very relaxed yet though, and it's definitely not soothing! I have less than 1/4 left to do, so it's actually gone pretty fast considering I only basted this today. I'm trying the Connecting Threads Essential Cotton thread for the first time and I've had no issues with it whatsoever. Seems like a good product and a good value.
That's about all that's on my plate this week. Looking forward to seeing what the rest of you are up to!
15 comments:
oh your fmq looks great! And congrats again on the chrysalis - it's awesome!
Love both of your quilts, they really are fantastic... stunning work~
I love the quilting on both. Very nicely done!
I love the rows of loops! I've pinned it for future reference. :-)
I think if you are machine quilting, you are accomplishing a lot! While I've made a lot of quilts, I have not done very much machine quilting on my own, so I admire those who are gutsy enough to just do it!
Love the quilting on your Chrysalis quilt - fantastic!
Well done on the FMQ - it certainly does take a bit to get the hang of doesn't it. I have yet to try it on a large project - bit scared hehe!
Fantastic quilting and gorgeous quilts!
Love the quilting on Chrysalis, and your FMQ looks great.
Lovely quilts. The quilting on the Chrysalis is amazing!
Two wonderful quilts with great quilting on them!
great job on the quilting! they look fabulous!
I love your Chrysalis quilt too! The colors and quilting are fantastic! Congrats on your fmq, it looks great, I've yet to try it!
Your FMQ looks awesome! Love the loops.
The fmq looks so great! I agree it's hard work but it looks excellent :)
Nice quilting! Did you use a walking foot for those circles?
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