Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

[kensington]

I finally around to putting that FMQ thingamajig on my machine and trying it out. ZOOM... I am on my way. I did a bit of meandering last night on some sample sandwiches and I was pretty pleased with myself! Indeed! I need to get plenty of practice before I will jump to one of my quilts.. But, I think I will be comfortable with it soon.

Thanks so much... such a small little thing in your hand... a BIG blessing to me!!

[auntiemern]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

Glad to be of assistance. You will really be going to town now.

[Sylvia H]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

I did a query for FMQ thingamajig, but I got nothing. Perhaps it has another name?

[Carol336]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

I did a query for FMQ thingamajig, but I got nothing. Perhaps it has another name?

Yep - me too Sylvia, been searching for that FMQ thingmjig, even tried FMQ whatchamacallit and FMQ doohicky - just can't seem to find it - LOL.

[sew-what2015]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

I did a query for FMQ thingamajig, but I got nothing. Perhaps it has another name?

Same here. I am thinking about starting fmq this winter. I know it takes practice and I have no patience but I want to at least try.

[Iris Girl]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

Curious minds want to know what the thingamajig is!

[GrammaBabs]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

I'll bet it's a "supreme slider".... or something like it))))))))))))))

[Grandma Nan]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

I'll bet it's a "supreme slider".... or something like it))))))))))))))

Thats my guess too.

[WendyI]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

inquiring minds wanna know!

[JCY]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

When I first started on the FMQ journey, I bought the inexpensive, generic FMQ foot for $9.99. Since it was mostly plastic parts, it didn't hold up well. I think I went through 2 of those before I invested in the specific foot for my brand DSM. I think it cost $35. It's held up well & worked so much better than those plastic ones. Part of the secret is to get the tension adjusted well. I always set my stitch length to 0. If you have a computerized DSM, sometimes you have to adjust the setting for the weight of your fabrics. I always did FMQ on the medium speed. It definitely takes practice! I quilted many quilts on my DSM prior to investing in the Baby Lock Tiara II LA last year. Good luck.

[grammaterry]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

I really love FMQing but wonder how I'm going to feel about these quilts in years to come. I like the instant gratification of finishing and starting a new one. But, handquiltling seems so precious

[auntiemern]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

The thingie in question, is her darning or FMQ foot. Not a big mystery, lol.

[Suzette]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

The thingie in question, is her darning or FMQ foot. Not a big mystery, lol.

Not when you know the answer! lol

[sew-what2015]

Re: Thanks Marilyn!! WOW...

The thingie in question, is her darning or FMQ foot. Not a big mystery, lol.

Thanks. I thought that might be what she meant.