Okay, so I’ve been inspired to attempt (yet again) hand-quilting.
A few weeks back we went to an “End of the Fiscal Year” party for my husband’s work group. I went to keep the DH company–I didn’t expect to have much in common with the rest of the wives. But the group leader’s wife turned out to be an award-winning quilter, and after seeing her handiwork, I really felt the urge to master (or at least somewhat tame) this technique for myself.
I’ve been working on two small (6″) blocks as a “thank-you” for a boat ride. The blocks are extremely simple–the maritime flags for S and P. I’d like to hand-quilt them with something nautical, but what that might be I haven’t a clue.
I’m really nervous about trying a new technique. I’ve read books and watched my mother handquilt, but was kinda hoping somebody might have a trick for making even stitches. That was the nice thing about doing counted cross-stitch, and why I never got into embroidery. At least I don’t have to worry about the back since these blocks are going to be mounted and framed.
Any thoughts?
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One Response to “All Aboard?”
The best way to ensure even stitches is to use a hoop. Its a little awkward at first but you will get used to it.