I made about 7 or 8 quilts before I discovered a walking foot. I just finished my first with the walking foot. Game changer, life saver, insane preventer. LOL
I was taught to tape down the edges of my backing so it’s really taut before placing the wadding on top. It works well as long as the sticky tape stays put! Love your videos!
Excellent tips, thank you. It’s great to see realistic examples. It’s hard & even disheartening when learning to only see ‘perfect’ quilts from more experienced quilters. The walking foot is magic. Love using mine. Have a great day.
I find lengthening the stitch length helps a lot! Quilting stitch length does not need to be as short as when piecing. I usually increase from 2.5 to 3
Thank you for your instructions and positive spirit. You are so personable and encouraging and I love your 'happy eye' regarding your fabrics and patterns!
"Wiggly lines"...ha! Love your term for zig-zag! You are correct, that there is no such thing as perfect quilting...and I honestly think that is what gives quilts their sweet character and charm. You are adorable and I and your advice could not have come at a better time. Just invested in a Bernina myself and am going to dive into some more advanced type quilting with it. Keep up the good work, girlie!
Thanks so much. I have to remember that I use a walking foot - not a running foot lol! I really need to slow down. The advice about not crossing lines is awesome. I always thought that puckers were all part of the quilt. Thank you again. Love your videos. ♥️
I LOVE that you switched between straight stitching and zig zag stitching in the same line of quilting! That looks so fun! I will definitely try that sometime. Thanks for the idea!
These are all EXCELLENT tips, thank you Irene! I bought myself a generic walking foot for my first sewing machine (a Pfaff 1019 I bought for garment sewing back in 1985), which helped a LOT when quilting my first quilt (even though the tiny throat space presented quite a challenge, but puckering wasn’t one of them thanks to my walking foot!). I’m sure that foot will also fit on the new (also small) Janome C30 machine when might use it to quilt smaller projects. Perhaps it will even fit on my straight-sewing Juki TL2010Qi which I specifically bought to do FMQ with its very large throat space. Fingers crossed. Thank you for this video. When I’m ready, I will definitely be buying your FPP book and online course, your instruction is fabulous! ~Diana K.
Thank you so very much for this video. I was getting so frustrated in trying to make quilts. The top would usually turn out really well but by the time I quilted it to the back, things were puckered and uneven. I will definitely slow down, prepare things properly before quilting, use the correct pressure foot and look forward to a nice quilt! Really helpful and you are a good teacher!!!! You go girl!
I absolutely love your videos! I just finished my very first machine quilted wall hanging. I was horrified to see MAJOR fullness & puckering upon ironing it. The back of it looks great, the top looks awful in places. No, I did not use a walking foot. This video taught me that from now on I will ALWAYS use a walking foot when machine quilting a sandwich! I love your explanations and will use the other tips you talked about in this video. Thank you!
Wonderful tips! I applaud your creativity and your entrepreneurial success. I am much older than you, but have also gotten back into quilting because of the beautiful new fabrics and modern designs.
I hae watched karen brown & she has shown quilts projects from you. Several are patterns that caught my attention. Is it possible to get patterns from the past. I would appreciate information about how to veiw these & how i can buy what i would like. Thank you for your attention to my hunt.
I was straight line quilting a couple months ago and got very large puckers on the back. Turns out my spray basting was not holding as well as I though. I ended up pulling out so much of it that I put the quilt aside and need to get back to it very soon. I am a relatively new quilter working on a large quilt.
Thank you so much for this video. I get puckers when I’m sewing fabric together for the top where one side is a bias cut and the other is not. I appreciate so much that you shared your ideas about puckers. All the videos I watch seems like everyone sews perfectly straight lines with no puckers at all. You are such a good teacher and I’m glad to know I’m not the only one who gets puckers. I think I need a new sewing machine and a better walking foot. 😀
My first 2nd quilt was a mess of pickers and its still sitting waiting for binding. Perhaps your words will give me some starch for my spine to get it done.
I would only be making quilts for myself so I don't think I would be too bothered by puckers! Of course, if I was making one for someone else I would want to avoid. Your first quilt is lovely. I'd never have noticed if you hadn't shown the tiny pucker!
I’m so glad you made this video......but I’m still having trouble. I made my quilt sandwich with pins, starting in the center and going outward with a fist size between pins. I use a walking foot and my machine is set on half sewing speed - I still only press the foot petal halfway. I guess I can try adjusting the actual pressure of the pressure foot, I’m always afraid to fool with things like that. Anybody have thoughts?
If you feel ready, try free motion quilting. You need to drop your feed dogs for that, so puckering doesn't happen for me without the feed dogs engaged. Also, if you do try free motion, get a sew slip mat. The fabric glides right over so smoothly.
Hi Angela, I also had trouble with my first few walking foot quilting projects until someone showed me how to relax the pressure of the foot on the fabric. It made all the difference and quilting was a breeze from then! It should be very easy to do, and it should be explained in the instruction book that came with your machine. If you don't have the book, Google it. Once you have found the right dial to turn, you wonder why you didn't try it before. Maybe take a photo of your current setting, so you can return to it for your piecing. Good luck!
Also, when you make your quilt sandwich, do you stretch the backing fabric taut and hold it in place with tape or something? Each layer needs to be fairly stretched out taut when pin basting or you will be capturing some of that loose fabric within your basting pins.
What is the difference between duel feed and walking Foot? I understood that the duel feed was the same as walking foot, or took the place walking foot. Thank you
I am asking because I am in the market for a new Bernina, mine was bought in1976. It's one of the original 830's. I still love it and it still does a great job. But I want to update.
Some are built into the machine, and some are a completely separate piece. Theoretically, you shouldn’t need a separate one if your machine has a built-in one, but I’ve never used a built-in one personally. She implies using both in the video, so I guess it would depend on your own experience with your own projects on your own machine.
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No, a walking foot adds a set of feed dogs on top, so the fabric is grabbed from the top and the bottom. With the free motion foot you usually drop the feed dogs, but I’m finding it easier to leave them up.
I just invested in a walking foot a few months ago for my first straight line quilt, definitely a must! I normally do a wandering stitch. I loved spray basting, but it was making my sewing room a sticky mess that I didn't want to deal with. Back to safety pins :(
Whitney Quilts I did spray basting for a test piece recently, and hated it. My needle got gummy, my hands were sticky even after several washes, and even after covering my table with paper my table was sticky. It was nice not dealing with pins, but not enough to be worth it.
@@shanaw5445 they also make a self basting batting that I used a few times as well, I only found it at hobby lobby. You iron each side it to get the batting to stick. I liked it well enough, but it only comes in standard sizes. I prefer rolls of batting to cut to my needs.
😂 oh my gosh yes! I just finished my first quilt and I definitely DID HAVE puckers! 😂. I’m glad it wasn’t just me! I used a walking foot which really can bunch your fabric at times. For me anyway. I went slowly too! I think when I drop feed dogs and quilt without that fabric being kinda bunched, it’ll be better....I hope. 😂. Oh I just saw you recommend a walking foot! Well....It must be me then! 😝. Btw, mine is 65x65 and I did it with my domestic sewing machine! I know right? Definitely harder to do. Looking forward to getting a long arm! Know anyone who is selling theirs? I’m in the market!
Does everything make you giddy? Hard to watch. I'm sure you have lots of good information and tips to share, but I can't take the constant giddiness. Bye-bye. (win/win)
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The walking foot is a game changer. I love my dual feed but the walking foot is a quilter’s best friend.
It really is!
Very informative! I’m going to have to break down and learn free motion quilting! At 80 years old, it’s daunting!
You go girl! I'm 71 and I just started quilting 2 yrs. ago. I've been thinking the same thing. We can do it!!
I’m not a quilter . I watch your videos just to see you smile
😁 opposite for me...
I quilt! But I watch her to see her smile too lol🥰
Her smile/ facial expressions is what got my my attention... Now I follow 😊
I made about 7 or 8 quilts before I discovered a walking foot. I just finished my first with the walking foot. Game changer, life saver, insane preventer. LOL
This girl is so sweet and good advice.
You are an absolute joy to watch. I cannot help but mirror your never ending smiles. Your videos are so upbeat, positive, and fun to watch.
Shannon, I have the same response. I can't help smiling as I watch Irene. She's a treasure!
Starching helps my quilting come along smoothly.
I was taught to tape down the edges of my backing so it’s really taut before placing the wadding on top. It works well as long as the sticky tape stays put! Love your videos!
You did a super great job of explaining puckers. Thank you for all your tips.
Really good explanation as to how my puckers got onto my quilt!! Thank you!
Even with puckers your blue and white quilt is very pretty. Love your house quilt...one of my favorite blocks. See you next time Irene.
Excellent tips, thank you. It’s great to see realistic examples. It’s hard & even disheartening when learning to only see ‘perfect’ quilts from more experienced quilters. The walking foot is magic. Love using mine. Have a great day.
Thanks for all the tips to avoid/prevent puckers in our quilts. I appreciate your sharing. Thank you for the video 😊👍💕
Thank you for sharing. I am working on my first machine quilt. I got a lot of puckers. Definitely I will try your tips. Love your smile!
I just love your positivity! ❤
Thank you for sharing your tips. I for sure need them.
I find lengthening the stitch length helps a lot! Quilting stitch length does not need to be as short as when piecing. I usually increase from 2.5 to 3
Thank you for your instructions and positive spirit. You are so personable and encouraging and I love your 'happy eye' regarding your fabrics and patterns!
Off topic, but your sweatshirt is AWESOME!
Thank you so much for the list of tips! ...and for your cheerful way of sharing!
Thank you so much, I am a beginner and this will help me once I get to that stage!! I’ve made my first top and I’m so excited!!🥰
"Wiggly lines"...ha! Love your term for zig-zag! You are correct, that there is no such thing as perfect quilting...and I honestly think that is what gives quilts their sweet character and charm. You are adorable and I and your advice could not have come at a better time. Just invested in a Bernina myself and am going to dive into some more advanced type quilting with it. Keep up the good work, girlie!
Thanks so much. I have to remember that I use a walking foot - not a running foot lol! I really need to slow down. The advice about not crossing lines is awesome. I always thought that puckers were all part of the quilt. Thank you again. Love your videos. ♥️
I LOVE that you switched between straight stitching and zig zag stitching in the same line of quilting! That looks so fun! I will definitely try that sometime. Thanks for the idea!
These are all EXCELLENT tips, thank you Irene! I bought myself a generic walking foot for my first sewing machine (a Pfaff 1019 I bought for garment sewing back in 1985), which helped a LOT when quilting my first quilt (even though the tiny throat space presented quite a challenge, but puckering wasn’t one of them thanks to my walking foot!). I’m sure that foot will also fit on the new (also small) Janome C30 machine when might use it to quilt smaller projects. Perhaps it will even fit on my straight-sewing Juki TL2010Qi which I specifically bought to do FMQ with its very large throat space. Fingers crossed. Thank you for this video. When I’m ready, I will definitely be buying your FPP book and online course, your instruction is fabulous! ~Diana K.
Thank you so very much for this video. I was getting so frustrated in trying to make quilts. The top would usually turn out really well but by the time I quilted it to the back, things were puckered and uneven. I will definitely slow down, prepare things properly before quilting, use the correct pressure foot and look forward to a nice quilt! Really helpful and you are a good teacher!!!! You go girl!
I absolutely love your videos! I just finished my very first machine quilted wall hanging. I was horrified to see MAJOR fullness & puckering upon ironing it. The back of it looks great, the top looks awful in places. No, I did not use a walking foot. This video taught me that from now on I will ALWAYS use a walking foot when machine quilting a sandwich! I love your explanations and will use the other tips you talked about in this video. Thank you!
Love your tips. Thank You. Could you please share the black and white stripe fabric on the bolt that you use for your binding please. I love that.
Wonderful tips! I applaud your creativity and your entrepreneurial success. I am much older than you, but have also gotten back into quilting because of the beautiful new fabrics and modern designs.
Thanks to you I now understand how I got puckers in the top of my quilt. I'll have to get a walking foot for future use. Thank you! I love your shirt.
Using your sleeve to show how this can happen is simple but very effective.
Hugely helpful! I'm making a bag that has to be attached to a thick stabilizer called Timtex. Puckers like crazy. Found your video. Thank you so much!
Thank you for sharing. I really like your house quilt!
Many thanks, again, for the fun you bring in your videos🤗
I hae watched karen brown & she has shown quilts projects from you. Several are patterns that caught my attention. Is it possible to get patterns from the past. I would appreciate information about how to veiw these & how i can buy what i would like. Thank you for your attention to my hunt.
I love the way you communicate!
SO TRUE about "going slowly"
Great tips. I’ll need to try my quilting foot. Not yet tried free motion so must check your videos.
I was straight line quilting a couple months ago and got very large puckers on the back. Turns out my spray basting was not holding as well as I though. I ended up pulling out so much of it that I put the quilt aside and need to get back to it very soon. I am a relatively new quilter working on a large quilt.
Thank you so much for this video. I get puckers when I’m sewing fabric together for the top where one side is a bias cut and the other is not. I appreciate so much that you shared your ideas about puckers. All the videos I watch seems like everyone sews perfectly straight lines with no puckers at all. You are such a good teacher and I’m glad to know I’m not the only one who gets puckers. I think I need a new sewing machine and a better walking foot. 😀
I love the blue and white quilt 💙💙
My first 2nd quilt was a mess of pickers and its still sitting waiting for binding. Perhaps your words will give me some starch for my spine to get it done.
I’m a bit late to this but huuuuge thanks, going off the investigate the foot pressure on my Pfaff and make sure the dual feed is doing its thing!
Always wondered about a walking foot. I’m going to get one!
Thanks.
The other 5 quilts I made were good, but I made some mistakes you mentioned on this current quilt. I almost want to trash it.
I have a berina 830 8 series and I need to know how to put the dual one on
I would only be making quilts for myself so I don't think I would be too bothered by puckers! Of course, if I was making one for someone else I would want to avoid. Your first quilt is lovely. I'd never have noticed if you hadn't shown the tiny pucker!
Love your sweatshirt!
Thank you for sharing!!! I really like your color choices in your quilt!!!
Very nice. Thanks for the informative video. I'm really enjoying your work. Thank you.
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I glue my quilts together with diluted children’s washable glue. I haven’t had (so far) any puckers. I’ve been doing my sandwiches for about 5 years
very helpful video
I like that black and white binding on your first quilt. I think you said your mom did it. Did you buy it already as binding or make it yourself? Thx
I love your video
Tips start at 5:21
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I’m so glad you made this video......but I’m still having trouble. I made my quilt sandwich with pins, starting in the center and going outward with a fist size between pins. I use a walking foot and my machine is set on half sewing speed - I still only press the foot petal halfway. I guess I can try adjusting the actual pressure of the pressure foot, I’m always afraid to fool with things like that. Anybody have thoughts?
If you feel ready, try free motion quilting. You need to drop your feed dogs for that, so puckering doesn't happen for me without the feed dogs engaged. Also, if you do try free motion, get a sew slip mat. The fabric glides right over so smoothly.
Melissa Orona thank you! I have done some smaller free motion work and you’re right.......no puckering! I need to be brave a try it on my large quilts
Hi Angela, I also had trouble with my first few walking foot quilting projects until someone showed me how to relax the pressure of the foot on the fabric. It made all the difference and quilting was a breeze from then! It should be very easy to do, and it should be explained in the instruction book that came with your machine. If you don't have the book, Google it. Once you have found the right dial to turn, you wonder why you didn't try it before. Maybe take a photo of your current setting, so you can return to it for your piecing. Good luck!
Also, when you make your quilt sandwich, do you stretch the backing fabric taut and hold it in place with tape or something? Each layer needs to be fairly stretched out taut when pin basting or you will be capturing some of that loose fabric within your basting pins.
Marianne Bekker Ok ! Thank you ...... I will try it!
Hi! I am new to your videos. You are very informative and explain things well. What basting spray do you recommend?
Thank you!
Carmen
Great tips. Thank you
Hello All! I have a Bernette b77 (sister to Bernina) and I can't find a walking foot. Anyone know where I can find it?
What is the difference between duel feed and walking Foot? I understood that the duel feed was the same as walking foot, or took the place walking foot. Thank you
Walking foot has a bigger area that grabbed the top fabric than the single gripper on the built in dual feed.
I love this quilt
How do you put that foot on the berina
I am a new subscriber. Thanks so much. Please let me know which Bernina do you have.
I am asking because I am in the market for a new Bernina, mine was bought in1976. It's one of the original 830's. I still love it and it still does a great job. But I want to update.
Information starts at 9:30
thank you i needed this im struggling with puckers i do have a janome dual foot do i still need a walking foot?
Eduarda Chi A dual feed food and a walking foot are the same thing. Also called an even feed foot.
Some are built into the machine, and some are a completely separate piece. Theoretically, you shouldn’t need a separate one if your machine has a built-in one, but I’ve never used a built-in one personally. She implies using both in the video, so I guess it would depend on your own experience with your own projects on your own machine.
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great video. thank you 💕
Great tutorial! Thank you!
Are you a store? Or do you just own all of that fabric behind you.?
I have been quilting for 2 years and I always get lots of puckers... even with a walking foot 😭
I'm an intermediate patchworker and beginner quilter/binder. I think I owe all my best results so far to my even feed walking foot!
I am using a walking foot and still getting puckers….fed up!
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I thought with a walking foot you drop the feed dogs. Do you drop the feed dogs?
No, leave the feed dogs up.
No, a walking foot adds a set of feed dogs on top, so the fabric is grabbed from the top and the bottom.
With the free motion foot you usually drop the feed dogs, but I’m finding it easier to leave them up.
This don't work on a larger quilt, sorry but it does not
I just invested in a walking foot a few months ago for my first straight line quilt, definitely a must! I normally do a wandering stitch. I loved spray basting, but it was making my sewing room a sticky mess that I didn't want to deal with. Back to safety pins :(
Whitney Quilts I did spray basting for a test piece recently, and hated it. My needle got gummy, my hands were sticky even after several washes, and even after covering my table with paper my table was sticky.
It was nice not dealing with pins, but not enough to be worth it.
@@shanaw5445 they also make a self basting batting that I used a few times as well, I only found it at hobby lobby. You iron each side it to get the batting to stick. I liked it well enough, but it only comes in standard sizes. I prefer rolls of batting to cut to my needs.
I always spray baste - you don’t need much spray!
Did spray basting once and it did create a mess
Didn't care much for it
Maybe if I had a garage then would try it again
Outside if not raining lol
Try basting with your quilt on your design wall. A real game changer. Several you tube videos you can watch.
😂 oh my gosh yes! I just finished my first quilt and I definitely DID HAVE puckers! 😂. I’m glad it wasn’t just me! I used a walking foot which really can bunch your fabric at times. For me anyway. I went slowly too! I think when I drop feed dogs and quilt without that fabric being kinda bunched, it’ll be better....I hope. 😂. Oh I just saw you recommend a walking foot! Well....It must be me then! 😝. Btw, mine is 65x65 and I did it with my domestic sewing machine! I know right? Definitely harder to do. Looking forward to getting a long arm! Know anyone who is selling theirs? I’m in the market!
I tried quilt as you go and worse….
But once you wash it you won't see the pucker...you see lots of wrinkles!!! ha ha
This is true. I love the bumpy look after that first wash. One of the reasons I am not one to prewash my fabrics. Hides lots of little imperfections!
Hand Quilting = No Puckers!
Please make your videos with the camera exclusively on your quilt. Your face is beautiful but your subject is....quilting....isn't it?
Geez. What a putzy comment.
Does everything make you giddy? Hard to watch. I'm sure you have lots of good information and tips to share, but I can't take the constant giddiness. Bye-bye. (win/win)