I "practiced" for about one year, that means 2-3 small quilts, and my friends thought I had purchased a long arm - nope, now 20 years later, I am STILL using my DSM, (domestic sewing machine) and have made and quilted over 200 quilts up to Queen Size. YOu CAN do it, just keep practicing! thank you Tiny Orchard Quilts - this is a nice clear and encouraging video.

@thegovandynasty4641

2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thanks for the encouragement.

"If someone points out those little three lines of stitching...their not a good friend." 🤣😂🥰

Thank you SO much for this tutorial and after many, many years of making quilts at 80 I’m going to quilt my very first project instead of having someone else do it. Wish me luck 😊😂😂

I have watched 100s of videos on how to free motion quilt. I have to say that your videos are the best that I have come across. There's no waffling, no going off onto something else. I dont feel that you are talking down to me. Your videos are amazing and precise. You have given me the confidence to just get on and do it. Thank you so much.

Of all the people I have watched in order to learn to quilt, YOU ROCKED IT! I'm no longer intimidated and can't wait to begin. Thanks so much!!!!!!!

When I started free motion quilting I told myself that any that didn't work out as well as I hoped would be given to my dogs as bedding. My dogs are now very comfortable indeed 😮😂

I am just beginning to venture out from straight line quilting. I have only been quilting for about four years now. I have been watching videos like yours but this video gives more confidence to try and that I CAN free motion quilt with practice. I'm always afraid I'll ruin my quilt! I like how you describe the steps and explain the techniques in detail. It is extremely helpful to a newbie. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise!

I don't free motion quilt very often. When I do I have to practice for a while just like you said. I use 10 inch squares and I make pot holders! Then nothing is wasted. I do just like you said. Such good advice. When done I bind them and by Christmas or birthdays I have stacks of these, doll blankets or pot holders.

@lawsonbrinton682

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Michelle, how's your day going with you?

@SuperJules444

4 ай бұрын

I made a practice piece and gave it to a friend for her dolls' house. She was thrilled so I made her matching pillows which are 1" long so very fiddly.

@nursekate6772

29 күн бұрын

I do this too, but if they turn out nice, I set them aside and use as Quilt As You Go blocks

1:30 minutes in and I finally get the answer I have been trying to get for the last year or two. I do need to drop my presser foot. Thank you!!!

@dianebrougham8494

3 ай бұрын

That was what I kneeded to know as well.

If i could give you many stars, you would not have enough room. God bless you. Thank you so very much.

"Early quilting me! I'm so proud of her!" 😂 Love this. Such a great attitude. Keeping this in my soul. Thank you so much for this video. So helpful.

Thank you for an awesome video! I have been a machine quilter for many years and it was nice to have such a thorough refresher! I am 66 years of age and one thing I want to encourage folks to do is GET UP AND STRETCH! I do shoulder shrugs and arm raises. People have no clue that this is such a strenuous thing, but it is because we are using muscles we don’t normally use. Practice practice is the key and your skill will improve. I love looking back on the stuff I did 25 years ago because I see how much skill I have gained. We need to give ourselves permission to play and those little sample /practice pieces end up being mug rugs! You are so bright and cheery and I truly enjoyed your video and will certainly checkout your other ones! Happy Quilting!

I love the fact that you take your time and explain the techniques.

I meander all the time. I start in the center because I don’t want folds to happen underneath. I stick to meandering because I make bed size quilts and it’s a lot. I start at the center and then I go around clockwise from block to block, I look at it as rounds. I’d like to do other patterns but with all that fabric under my machine I feel it’s easier to deal with meandering and I can keep track of where I am. I began on a Bernina 770QE with a stitch regulator, now I use a Juki J-150 (no stitch regulator) easier and faster. I want to do a feather stitch on a quilt I’m going to make that has vertical rows. I’m glad you said it’s ok to do rows, I’m not keen on drawing lines though but we’ll see:)

By far the best free motion quilting lesson I have ever seen!! I look forward to seeing more. Thank you very much.

Excellent instruction. I like that it is done in an orderly fashion. I’m so happy to have found a new free motion quilting instructor who is fabulous! Thank you!

@TinyOrchardQuilts

3 жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you! I’m just glad I could help :)

You are a great instructor! One of the best fmq videos that I’ve seen. You’ve given me so much confidence to just go for it! Thank you for sharing your gift with others. Bless you.

Wow! What a great tutorial. I am a beginning quilter, having pieced a lot without major issues, but really struggling with the quilting. I don’t love it the way I enjoy piecing, but want to finish my quilts! Thank you so much for your clear explanations and thoroughness.

THANK YOU! I'm definitely a beginner on FMQ and this is the best explained and helpful video I've watched! ❤

Those messy pebbles are so fun!

This is without a doubt the best explanation of tension I have found. A few weeks ago I was having tension problems. I searched on internet for anything that would help explain my stitches. You explain it so well. Thanks so much. Glad I found your channel.

Thank you! I’m just learning to machine quilt and I think you’re an amazing teacher!!!🤗🤗❤️

Thank you, this has given me the confidence to start free motion quilting.

This is the best free motion quilting video I've ever watched, and I've watched a lot! Thanks!

@Liguorienne

3 жыл бұрын

Oh i do think like you 😁 She’s very professional but also very easy to fallow I just love her videos Gréât thanks to her 🌹🌹

I love using black fabric with white thread , It's like doodling on a chalkboard. And you end up with something pretty cool. I doodle , shapes and words. Hope you and your family are getting better!

I quite enjoy how you explain everything. Thank you for taking the time to make this video lesson.

Thank you for your KZread on machine quilting, I have done most of my quilting by hand, but I now have arthritis in my hands so I need to learn how to do it by machine. Your tutorial was very informative and encouraging! I have done a few smaller quilts on my sewing machine, mostly quilting by the piece, but have never been happy with the results. I now want to practice and learn how to create a beautiful machine quilted quilt! Thanks for sharing your expertise and techniques!

Both free motion quilting videos are very comprehensive and you answered so many questions. Thank you!

I love listening to you. Your speech is measured without the ubiquitous “Ummm” or “Ahhh” that can be so annoying. Thank you for sharing your expertise. 😊

@lawsonbrinton682

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Kathleen, how's your day going with you?

Thank you for the courage to get back to practicing!!

You're an inspiration. Thank you!

I’m so glad I found your video tonight! Tomorrow I’m beginning my FMQ journey, using a Tiara III long arm machine. Thank you for the video and all the great quilting tips you shared! 🥰

Brilliant. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you x

This was my first time seeing you & your explanations . Great job, you're easy to listen to, and even tho I've watched many people & videos and, and, and.... 😉 I got good information here too! Thank you for sharing! ✌

@lawsonbrinton682

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Jeanne, how's your day going with you?

This has been the most FABULOUS video!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This is just the instruction and explanation I have been hoping for!!!

Thank you for this video. You gave us so many tips! I am still at the early stage of fmq trying to understand what I like most and/or find easier. I really like pebbles, in theory! In practice I found them stressing. I already experienced that circling 2 or 3 times is more relaxing, but never thought about doing it more, like your messy pebbles! I really like them! So much texture! I will give it a try. At the end it's all about finding a fun and pleasant way to finish a quilt! Have a nice day. Bye from Italy! 🌸🌸

Finally! Someone who answered every question I had about FMQ on a standard home sewing machine!! Your 2 videos about beginning FMQing are fantastic! I am in the process of making a memory quilt for a dear friend who lost her brother and her horse within a couple months of each other. I had learned about quilting from my grandmother - back when treadle machines were still common. Did I mention that I’m 75 yrs old? 😂 This is the first real quilt I’ve made all by myself, and my sewing experience has been limited to mending & replacing zippers. Because my quilt incorporates a panel with a mountain scene in the middle with photos of my friend and her brother and horse (that I printed on fabric) going around the edges of the panel, I especially want to do FMQ in the large panel rather than making blocks with vertical & horizontal lines. Your clear instructions, and tips will save me hours, and my sanity! Thank you sooooo much!

You're back! I hope your family is all recovering well :-) I don't FMQ much but you make it seem so easy! I may have to stretch my comfort bubble a bit.

I am very new to quilting but really enjoyed this video! I'll definitely be praciting your tips before trying on any test quilt sandwiches. I loved seeing your quilt that was half done on a long arm and half not as I've been debating on potentially sending my finished quilt top off to have someone else complete it, but now I want to try myself! Thank you!!

Loved it. Long and filled with information and HOPE. Thanks.

I enjoyed your tips in this video. I hope you’re feeling better. 💜

This is a really useful lesson for me, never having done any FMQ. Thanks for unpacking it so clearly! The day when I actually try some is fast approaching...

I love your teaching style. You make things so clear! I recently started practicing FMQ and need to work on smooth, even stitching. I'm looking forward to trying the messy pebbles. Take care of yourself! Looking forward to your next videos when you are better.

I love the moderate slow rhythm you use for free motion! Nice and relaxing

Thank you:) Finally starting my journey into FMQ on my little pfaff- came here because you're a great teacher - totally loving it!

❤ Love the idea of adding extra on the top so you can practice FMQ and test tension. Love testing the tension with that fabric too. Such a simple idea, but one I had not thought of. Both tips are BRILLIANT! ❤

Thank you! You are an awesome teacher.

Well, yes, I did it - and it worked! Thank you so, so much! I finally was brave enough to try - and it turned out beautiful!

You are an excellent teacher and you have a beautiful face! I just bought a darning foot for my machine and have been watching FMQing videos for 2 days now. Your video is the best one yet! I love how clearly you have explained things and you’ve solved quite a few of the problems I was having. I’m totally pumped up now and ready to practice! Thank you so much! I’m a total fan of your videos and will be watching every single one you have. 🙂

This is a fantastic tutorial video. Thank you so much!!

Thanks for sharing this. It is really helpful!

This is the BEST discussion of stippling that I have ever found. Thank you!!😊

I am loving this series! lots of great information and delivered in simple easy to follow chunks. you are a very good teacher and I really enjoy your channel

@revaarcher1092

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for some great tips. I was originally looking for some help using the curve master presser foot. Then I watched the basic free motion quilting tips. Thank you.

I love how you speak to us and teach us all these techniques. You’re so kind, I wish I lived by you so you could teach me in person.

Thank you so much for clear instructions on free motion quilting! I really enjoyed watching this and learning new techniques. It was inspirational and encouraging! It also was fun to watch and the best video on FMQ! 🌻👍🏻

You have the VERY BEST presentations because you are concise and clear without repetition and without showing things that are basic. Lots of new techniques and tips.

I love this series - I jumped in with a Bargello lap quilt and have been having so many tension and birds nest issues. I kind of 'knew' that there was all these extra things like the quilting foots and FMQ, but just assumed I could get by. Which I did, for the most part, but this series has helped explain so much - the feed dogs, why quilting feet are useful, basting and what happens if you don't, all these wonderful tips! I can't wait to get back into my quilting tonight and apply these lessons. :D

I’m a beginner quilter, always researching videos to learn as I go…. I have watched this awesome Free Motion video several times, now it’s time to start practicing. You are one of the best instructors‼️😊

Another brilliant, comprehensive quilting lesson, thank you.

I just want to say thank you so much for your wonderful tutorials on FMQ. I’ve just watched the first two about the basics, and they included everything I wanted to know, especially about how to baste a bigger quilt. I was wondering how on earth I was going to tackle this and your first tutorial was just what I needed. I really appreciated your very encouraging presentation, and your very clear explanation about all things FMQ. I am totally new to this, and am very keen to start, so will be making up some quilt sandwiches to practice. You have given me the confidence to start and I thank you. God bless. PS, I’ve subscribed 😊

Thank you so very much! This is a great tutorial!

Great tutorial, and very positive. Thank you!

You are an excellent communicator. Thank you.

You are awesome!! Thank you for all your wonderful teaching!

Thank you for your happy encouraging guidance.

Very positive & informative demo for a beginner. Thank you.

Awesome instruction and inspiration. Thanks so much!!! God bless.

So helpful!! Thank you.

Loved your video. Excellent instructional video

Thank you for this video. i am now more encouraged to take the plunge and do fmq! Your lipstick color is very pretty too !

Fantastic! Thank you . . . You make me believe I can do this! 💕

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve just recently started quilting. I’m working on a quilt I learned from another quilter on YT, but I’m so nervous to start the FQM portion of this quilt. You broke down a lot of information to help me feel more comfortable to start on my practice sandwich. I’ve been doodling the last couple of days to build up the courage

I have never done any free motion quilting, but I'm interested in trying it. Back when I did cake decorating, I used a tiny stipple sometimes to fill spaces and make a cake look more "fancy". Your video today has made me even more eager to get the right foot for my machine and get started! I hope you're recovering. My daughter started having symptoms on Christmas Day, but she is much better now.

Bring your thread to the top of the fabric....wow. I had thread nests in paper piecing when I didn't hold the top and bobbin threads away from me. I will try this. I only watched 8 minutes so far. I never got past a couple of free motion tries and angle motions when striving for loops.. Thanks and I hope your family feels better soon. Get rest.

@lawsonbrinton682

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Carol, how's your day going with you?

Absolute magnificent video and advice. Thank you

Thank you..I’ve learnt a lot from your tutorial …being a new owner of long arm !. I’m looking forward to viewing the rest of your tutorials and the ones to come 💐

Thanks for the great tips! Hope you and family are well soon!

Thanks so much for the helpful info and so practical tutorial!

Thanks Megan for another great video. I spent hours the other day, adjusting tension on my domestic machine but couldn’t get rid of the nasty snarls on the back. Then the penny dropped that I had forgotten to pull up the bobbin thread, exactly as you said. I’m keen to give it another go now. 🤣

Great, thanks for sharing it 👍

Your pep talks are truly uplifting! Thank you for sharing all these great gems. I realized I've doodled all three of these shapes, a lot. I guess that means I'm ready! I love the timing of me seeing your tension lesson, since I was having issues on my practice quilt for a bigger quilt, I've been starting off in the batting, but I'll start there AND pull the bobbin thread up (...and have a new needle and re-thread, with the tension discs open) Sometimes I think my machine has a little gremlin in there playing with those little discs! Or maybe yanking on the bobbin... yeah, that must be it.

@TinyOrchardQuilts

2 жыл бұрын

Lol. We’ve all been there. Tension can be so frustrating-I just fought with my embroidery machine for a few hours and finally found a tiny little lint ball in the tension disks. I rethreaded the whole thing about a dozen times!! 😂

I am just beginning the FMQ journey and you have given me some great information to get me started. Thank you!

Thanks sew much! I’m going right down to practice! You are a great instructor!

I've JUST started trying fmq and I'm SO HAPPY that I found this video! You have a great way about you and are an excellent teacher. I really appreciate the detailed information that I couldn't find before now. I love the messy pebbles! Thx so much! Brenda

@TinyOrchardQuilts

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I love fmq so I’m always glad to hear when I helped someone out :)

Your videos are so helpful. Your attitude is lovely and encouraging. Thanks!

I just received a new Bernina sewing machine with a quilting hoop because my husband was tired of me paying for my quilts to be quilted. I appreciate this video because I think maybe I can DO IT!!! Thank you for being so encouraging, you are just so cute!

Such a great educational video!!!! Thank you!

Thx for the information and the easy going encouragement.

Great video. Thanks!

Thank you so much!

You are a superb teacher. Thank you😊

Awesome tutorial with great tips. Thank you!

You are giving me inspiration. I've been wanting to quilt and always thought I needed a long arm. I love you bubbly personality. You have beautiful quilts.

Very personable and conversational! I enjoyed the easy, informative method of teaching. I am just getting started with free motion quilting. Very useful for a beginner! Thanx

You are so sweet and an excellent teacher! I really appreciate all your content. This is a great tutorial. Thank you!!

You're so informative and concise. I love your videos. Thanks so lich for making quilting so approachable.

As a new quilter, your video tutorials have become my go to. Thank you for all the information you provide!!

Thank you for a very informative tutorial. Tension and breaking threads were a big problem today for me trying to FMQ. I will try again using your tips. Messy pebbles seems a great practice.💗🇦🇺

This has been super helpful. I used to help my grandma when i was a kid but her and her sisters hand quilted around a frame together and I was not about to spend that kind of time, but had never free handed on a machine before. thank you for this!!!

Megan you are one awesome teacher. Thank you 🙏