Don't you just hate it when something makes you laugh then you can't stop? This has happened to me in church once or twice. Lol. Nice to see a happy you. Thanks for all the detailed instructions.
You're super welcome Leah! I'ts both wonderful and awful at the same time, but I think belly laughs are good for the soul. I knew better than to be silly, but it was late and I couldn't help myself!
@@LeahDay Never feel bad or apologize for being silly It makes life more fun. I think we all need to have more fun and stop taking things so seriously all the time.
Lol the more “serious “ you try to be those giggles get stronger!😂 and contagious❣️. Thanks for the helpful quilting tips. I know you had a video where you demonstrated how to bury your tails or when you break thread- could you provide a link to that? I hope you get a good restful sleep with such a late night and your sore chicken arm‼️👍
LOL! I know, I was trying really hard. But once I go silly, there's really no coming back. You can find that video here: leahday.com/products/hide-your-threads-kit Yep, my arm is just fine. Just trying to hold the block up forever made it sore!
I was laughing with you at the end...too funny! Is it possible to use minky on the back with a quilt-as-you-go quilt, or will it make it more difficult when putting the squares together at the end?
I'm so glad you liked that Jennifer! On using minky - maybe. I still haven't put together my squares of a quilt with minky on the back. You may want to give yourself a little wiggle room with the folded front binding and cut it a tiny bit wider. You could just run a test and cut some scraps of minky and fabric and the batting you are using and quilt it, then run through the QAYG technique and see how it works. That way you'll know exactly what it feels like before you're committed to minky all the way through.
I have a spool stand set to the back right side of the machine. I really like spool stands over feeding the thread on its side. I find that usually causes problems and thread breaks so a spool stand is the best choice.
Hi Leah, when you do they ruler/free motion quilting what # do you have your stitches set to? I really want to start to try free motion quilting but it is sooo expensive to practice! I am disabled and live on SS disability. What would you recommend for the best way to practice? And hopefully be able to keep/use what I practice? Thank you in advance!☺
Rewatch the middle of the video to see me change up the machine. I set the stitch length to 0.0 mm or the lowest setting the machine allows and I place the Queen Supreme Slider over the feed dogs. As for practice, do you have any 100% cotton bed sheets? That's a lot less expensive than fabric sold by the yard and will work just fine. I would recommend practicing with the same batting you plan to use in your quilts just so you can get the feel for it. As for being able to keep and use what you're practicing on, this is up to you. Yes, you will make ugly stitches in the beginning and no, it won't be perfect. If you can accept that, then the best place to practice is on real quilts for charity or for pet shelters. That way you're getting a lot of repetition of any design, but not needing to be 100% perfect in your stitching.
I try all sorts of blocks and patterns using my stash and put them into 44 x 44 size quilts. Gives me the feel of a bigger project while being manageable to practice different quilting designs. Then I donate them to nursing homes as lap quilts for the residents. But yes, every now and then I like one so well I keep it as a table topper.
@@r.jeangustafson731 Thank you for your comment. I use to quilt all of the time but have stopped because I am not able to do it at the level I want to. But really would like to get back into it and learn free motion/ruler quilting. Walking foot quilting is great but I would like to broaden my skills if possible.☺
We don't typically combine the two because you would just be holding the ruler against the side of the walking foot. Most walking foot quilting uses either a placement of the foot on the quilt (the edge of the foot lined up with the edge of the seam) or quilting on a marked line. Hmm...it's certainly something to try!
This is Quilter's Dream Midnight. Yes, but I'm leaving barely 4 x 6 inches open on this block. With the batting rated for quilting up to 10 inches, this should be just fine.
Thanks for clear instructions. I have watched other videos and still come up blank. In 1 video you clear up all my questions. Keep up the good work.
❤❤❤Your video was very timely and helpful. You cane me the confidence to go ahead with my walking foot. Your quilt is pretty!
Don't you just hate it when something makes you laugh then you can't stop? This has happened to me in church once or twice. Lol. Nice to see a happy you. Thanks for all the detailed instructions.
You're super welcome Leah! I'ts both wonderful and awful at the same time, but I think belly laughs are good for the soul. I knew better than to be silly, but it was late and I couldn't help myself!
@@LeahDay Never feel bad or apologize for being silly It makes life more fun. I think we all need to have more fun and stop taking things so seriously all the time.
I really enjoy your sewing tutorials. Thank you for giving such clear and concise instructions. An absolutely love the bloopers at the end😄
I'm so glad you liked that! I considered cutting it since I went on so long, but ended up leaving it all. I'm happy I did!
your giggeling just totally made my day (or night, as it is 2.30 am as I'm watching this video) :D
LOL! My weirdness definitely comes out when it's late!
OMG! Your laugh is contagious! I just got all my pieces cut out for this block. I can't wait to get started. This is going to be so fun.
Yay! I'm so glad you enjoyed that Nancy! I'm so glad you're coming along for the ride!
Really is a beautiful block
Thank you Brenda! Make sure to subscribe so you can join in piecing and quilting next month too!
I enjoyed this video with really good information, and the end was the best, you had me laughing with you!
Wonderful!!!
Lol the more “serious “ you try to be those giggles get stronger!😂 and contagious❣️. Thanks for the helpful quilting tips. I know you had a video where you demonstrated how to bury your tails or when you break thread- could you provide a link to that? I hope you get a good restful sleep with such a late night and your sore chicken arm‼️👍
LOL! I know, I was trying really hard. But once I go silly, there's really no coming back. You can find that video here: leahday.com/products/hide-your-threads-kit Yep, my arm is just fine. Just trying to hold the block up forever made it sore!
The giggles are contagious and sure do feel good lol
LOL! I'm so glad you liked that!
Thanks Leah!
I'm so glad you liked this video Cathy! Please share it with your friends!
I was laughing with you at the end...too funny! Is it possible to use minky on the back with a quilt-as-you-go quilt, or will it make it more difficult when putting the squares together at the end?
I'm so glad you liked that Jennifer! On using minky - maybe. I still haven't put together my squares of a quilt with minky on the back. You may want to give yourself a little wiggle room with the folded front binding and cut it a tiny bit wider. You could just run a test and cut some scraps of minky and fabric and the batting you are using and quilt it, then run through the QAYG technique and see how it works. That way you'll know exactly what it feels like before you're committed to minky all the way through.
Hi Leah! Where is your thread spool/cone? Do you have a spool stand? I bought one and my Sparrow 30 does well with it.
I have a spool stand set to the back right side of the machine. I really like spool stands over feeding the thread on its side. I find that usually causes problems and thread breaks so a spool stand is the best choice.
Hi Leah, when you do they ruler/free motion quilting what # do you have your stitches set to? I really want to start to try free motion quilting but it is sooo expensive to practice! I am disabled and live on SS disability. What would you recommend for the best way to practice? And hopefully be able to keep/use what I practice? Thank you in advance!☺
Rewatch the middle of the video to see me change up the machine. I set the stitch length to 0.0 mm or the lowest setting the machine allows and I place the Queen Supreme Slider over the feed dogs.
As for practice, do you have any 100% cotton bed sheets? That's a lot less expensive than fabric sold by the yard and will work just fine. I would recommend practicing with the same batting you plan to use in your quilts just so you can get the feel for it.
As for being able to keep and use what you're practicing on, this is up to you. Yes, you will make ugly stitches in the beginning and no, it won't be perfect. If you can accept that, then the best place to practice is on real quilts for charity or for pet shelters. That way you're getting a lot of repetition of any design, but not needing to be 100% perfect in your stitching.
I try all sorts of blocks and patterns using my stash and put them into 44 x 44 size quilts. Gives me the feel of a bigger project while being manageable to practice different quilting designs. Then I donate them to nursing homes as lap quilts for the residents. But yes, every now and then I like one so well I keep it as a table topper.
@@r.jeangustafson731 Thank you for your comment. I use to quilt all of the time but have stopped because I am not able to do it at the level I want to. But really would like to get back into it and learn free motion/ruler quilting. Walking foot quilting is great but I would like to broaden my skills if possible.☺
@@LeahDay Thank you for your suggestions! 😊
Can you drop the feed dogs in this machine? Another great video, thank you for sharing
Yes, most definitely, but I don't. I prefer to set my stitch length to the lowest setting instead.
Hi Leah. I'm new to all of this. Is there such a thing of using the walking foot and a ruler to keep your lines crisp?
We don't typically combine the two because you would just be holding the ruler against the side of the walking foot. Most walking foot quilting uses either a placement of the foot on the quilt (the edge of the foot lined up with the edge of the seam) or quilting on a marked line. Hmm...it's certainly something to try!
The giggles! 🤣
LOL! I was filming really late and the silliness just starts coming out!
What batting did you use?, 10 inches is a big space.
This is Quilter's Dream Midnight. Yes, but I'm leaving barely 4 x 6 inches open on this block. With the batting rated for quilting up to 10 inches, this should be just fine.
Oh, honey. Sorry about the chicken arm! Hope it gets better! Thanks for the giggles. Good way to start my day!
That's what I get for holding up the block and not getting it right on the first try! LOL!
You are too cute 😘
I'm glad you enjoyed that! LOL!