Why is my Longarm Quilting Machine set so High?-With Natalia Bonner
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So many useful tips and awesome instructions. Thanks!
I have stitched on many panels and I love it!
Great idea!
So glad to see this video.
I love quilting panels!!! Great practice tools......
I love to watch you quilt. I am 83 and have a gammill and you inspire me to want to do more.
Great video too!!👍👍
I have quilted on a panel, but only once. Thanks for the help and ideas.
I love panels for practicing new designs!
I’ll try this again. Have only done one panel. Love seeing your videos
I just found you! Thanks I have back problems and the men who brought my machine four weeks ago told me I didn’t need it that high . When I knew I did! Thank you for letting me know I am right! Not crazy 😜!
The towa gauge is also available for front loading bobbins on domestic machines. Panels are quick and fun “cheaters” for that last minute gift!
It is! And we've got it available for purchase on our site, www.piecenquilt.com
Yes I have stitched panel, a. great way to keep learning
I did some panels on my long arm and It was great.
I have purchased a panel but have not had the courage to quilt it. I love your videos and all of the information you give. Thank you.
Yes! I have done many patriotic quilts for veterans using panels. They love them!
Yes just did a Love is panel and added borders
yes i have stitched on a panel it was onyx dream big panel i have only been quilting at that time about 1 year and i learn all my quilting skills here on youtube. I entered that in the local quilt show last year and i won a ribbon best machine made small quilt. I was so excited.
That's awesome!
@@NataliaBonner i finally figured out how to share this
I have not quilted on a panel ever. I am just getting into ruler work and think your panel would be a great practice tool. I have watched all the videos so far.
I have used panels for practice a lot!
I have never quilted on a panel. I hope to start one soon.
I have not quilted a panel yet. Only pieced quilts. From watching your videos online, I am becoming more comfortable with free-motion quilting (on my domestic machine). Mostly I have done E2E quilting on my quilting frame. Not yet proficient with free-motion quilting with the quilting machine. The problem is that I am afraid to mess up with an actual quilt. Silly I know. The preprinted panel might just be the answer to facing my fears. Thanks for all the great video tutorials. I love your work.
I enjoyed this video. I have quilted on a Beauty and the Beast panel and a Alladian panel. Both were fun.
yes
Lovely 🌼
Yes I have quilted a few panels
I've not used a panel before but would love the opportunity to use one . . . and pink is my favorite color.
It took me a year to figure out that my machine was too low for me. After raising it, shoulder and back pain stopped. Thanks...I have done a panel, a mermaid one for granddaughter...changed the thread color 13 times! Quite the experience but challenging and fun.
I’ve stitched on a dream panel
Great video just found you will continue to watch
Thank you! :)
Purchased some panels but haven't quilted them yet. Going to try and raise my machine some to see if it will help me too. Love your videos, thank you for all your helpful hints. By the way the video with the kids was hysterical.
Thank you!
I have quilted on panels (no seams, Yay). I also quilt one handed because I AM NOT ambidextrous and combining the left hand with my right actually makes my quilting worse. And I’m glad I’m not the only one with my machine set pretty high (like right under my boobs), but I never, ever have any back pain after even hours on the machine. It’s easier to see the quilt top as well. Happy quilting!
I have done many panels but one that I’m most honored to have done was for a very dear friend who worked in Florida in the Operations and Checkout/Processing Facility for the International Space Station. I have known him for DECADES and we were close. On May 29th, 2018 he was diagnosed with brain cancer. I had seen Space Shuttle panels at a quilt shop in New Smyrna Beach, Florida so I bought it and made a lap quilt for him. I sent it without letting he or his wife know. A couple of days later, I got a phone call and he said when he opened the box he pulled out the most beautiful quilt he’d ever seen. He cherished it because he knew I made it just for him and it was always close by. I went to visit him in the beginning of June for a week. He passed only two weeks later. It was one year and two weeks from diagnosis. Sorry this is so long but I guess I’m “letting it out” in a way and I’ll always remember how much it meant to me to make it for him and how much it meant to him to receive it. I have a picture of him with me, him and his wife with the quilt. Don’t know how to include it here but if you’d like to see it, I’ll get it to you somehow. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to share this memory.
yes, I have quilted several panels.
I have never quilted on a panel but I have one just waiting to be done!
Yes Ive use many panels for sewing quilt tops.
Yes I have quilted on panels before
Love Panels!
I have not quilted on a panel but have 2 of your panels for the stitch along.
Panels seem such a fun way to practice fmq. I have your 4 in 1 ruler I just bought. My long arm should come today, and I have to help a friend move to MO from WA next week someone even get a chance to use it before I leave...sigh
I have never quilted on a panel!
I have done several panels, as a matter of fact. I understand Jamie Wallen also recommends raising the machine much higher than most manufacturers suggest.
Omg, that bobbin gadget thing! About five years ago, my husband brought one home and proudly handed to me. I graciously accepted it, looked at it like a baby alien, then tossed it in a drawer while smirking. With your thorough demonstration, I now know what to do with it. 🤦🏽♀️ Thank you, kindly.
This just made my freaking day! 💜💜💜💜💜
Your totally not the only one that has the longarm up high. I keep mine right under my brests/top abdomen. It helps from having back pain being closer to my face. And less chance of having my arm go numb and tingly. And having MS I do all I can to prevent worsening of symptoms!
On another note I love panels I use them to practice longarming curves and shapes without rulers. I love your daily stitch videos. I am not following it along (can't longarm in the summer 😔) but I am building a list of ideas for future blocks and full quilting ideas. Thanks for sharing ♥
I have not quilted on a panel yet. I have a quilt top ready to go soon.
Yes I made a Christmas quit a coupe years ago
I live with chronic pain, thanks so much for all your tips!!
Yes I have quilted on panels.
I raised mine up this past winter....what a difference! The very first thing I quilted, when I got my longarm two years ago, was a scenic panel. It helped me get used to the machine.
Never stitched on a panel. Have been watching but unable to quilt because of Carpal Tunnel surgery. Almost recovered and ready to quilt along. A panel would be lovely 💝
This is a great video for those that have their frames too low. Before I discovered you on youtube, I watched a video from Jamie Wallen who was urging all longarm owners to rsise their frames to save their backs!! I have mine raised about the same height as yours. One day I quilted 5 straight hours and never had any back issues!!! It makes a HUGE difference!!! I have used a "home made" panel to practice my ruler work after watching your videos. I just drew squares and rectangles on a muslin quilt sandwich using a frixion pen. I didn't know panels like these existed. Thank you for all your videos - they are sooooo helpful!!!
N..Your comments on tension and frame height ..so good. Such important information. Once you know your machines number on the towa you are golden.....my machine runs on a 180 no matter what thread is on top. Takes time get your number ...but well worth the effort. Yes ...raise your frame...your back will thank you.
I have quilted a panel before on my domestic machine, but not on my long arm yet.
Very Helpful! I just bought a used HQ Avante' and HQ 12' frame. I have to set it up! I knew my elbows should be at 90 degrees and seeing your machine height at your waste is also helpful! I am an Occupational Therapist Registered. We teach ergonomics! You are very bright and intuitive about your body wearing out from what is called repetitive motion and also your proper positioning vs improper positioning! You are so right, people have improper positioning and it causes your joints to wear out. One other thing I saw on a HQ video is the quilter donning a black what looks like a strip design black vest-like garment that has a weighted cloth horizontal bar that lands behind the waist and it weighs your shoulders to stay back and your waist/pelvis tucked in anterior tilted (swings hips into a forward tucked position. ) Look for that video.
I have stitched on several panels. One was designed to learn ruler quilting. I made a large tote bag out of it. Love the block a day. Will the pictures of the blocks be available somewhere to use as a reminder?
They're available every day as PDF's, check them out on our site, www.piecenquilt.com
I have not quilted on a panel ye1t but have purchased one to try.
I have! I did a moose panel for a friend and gave to to her for Christmas. I wasn’t able to get too creative, because it was basically a picture of a moose with a Christmas scene all around it. I would have loved to follow along with you, but the panel wasn’t in my budget :(. With that said...I’d love to win this panel so I can go back again and start from the beginning with you!
One more thing to add...I don’t have a longarm. I’d love to have one, but until I find a good used one, I do all my free motion on my Janome 15000. I’ve watched all your videos so I’ll be ready when I finally get one!
I have not tried a panel yet. Have been thinking about trying it though
Exercise is so-oo important!! Glad you mentioned it. A regular Chiropractor visit is too.
Christmas tree panel!
I haven't even quilted yet!
Yes, at a longarm quilting class.
Yes I have quilted on many panels. They were my introduction to becoming comfortable with free motion quilting. They're a great beginning for a baby quilt.
Yes and had a ball.
I use only my right hand on my APQS 26 inch Lucey also
Yes I have.
Have not used a panel yet as am just starting to learn🤗
I have stitched on a panel to learn free motion quilt class.
I have used panels as well when I first started using my Longarm. It was a non-stressful way to become comfortable with my machine. I will still use panels to practice different patterns. Thanks for all of the information you share.
I have never stitched on a panel before but I have watched all of your "let's stitched with Natalia" and have enjoyed them. Thank you for all the great videos!!
Thank you for all the info and advice!! Love your quilting and appreciate your sharing!
Thanks
You're welcome!
Yes I stitch on a Gammill but never have I stitched a pre printed panel. I follow your TH-cam videos and I’m learning so much from them. I have bought your rulers and my friend who is visiting your country next month will bring them home for me. So looking forward receiving them and your panel would just be so lovely to practice with. Many thanks Natalia for your generosity and sharing your knowledge.
I’ve been quilting on cot panels since getting my Simply16 last year. It’s a great way to practice free-motion quilting & get used to my machine plus it feels like I’m working on a real quilt not just a practice piece. The completed panels make great gifts
I have my frame set high too, I have Fibromyalgia & sciatica by setting my frame high I’m not adding any stress to my body. I’m an Occupational Health nurse so very aware of ergonomics.
I love your books, I have ‘next steps in machine quilting’ and "Free Motion Feathers’. Thanks so much for producing the TH-cam videos & books they are so helpful.
Hi Natalia and Bonner Family! No I have never quilted on a panel. Just a quick question unrelated to panels though, what domestic machine do you currently have? Thanks for all the tutorials, tips and quilt eye-candy 😍
EXCELLENT!!!! EXCELLENT!!!!! You have taught me well. I do EVERYTHING the exact way that you do it: Machine height, same thread, batting, TOWA, etc. Results...…………….. I am thrilled with my quilts!!!! Quilting is a problem free, pure JOY for me!!!! You are the BEST!!!! I can't imagine FMQ without Natalia Bonner!!!!
Thank you. I too began to have neck and upper shoulder pain, my massage therapist gave me simple exercises to do everyday and I am better now.
I have quilted panels for the charity quilts at the church.
I have only quilted on one panel, but have one hanging in the closet to do! Thanks for the towa tutorial! Guess I should get that out! Thanks for all the inspiration! Loving the daily stitch along!
Yes, I have quilted on a Gmail machine.
I used panels to practice on, when I first got my machine. I have learned so much from your videos. Thanks😍
Natalia, you have gotten so much better in front of the camera. Great video, and talented to boot
I have never quilted on a panel, I would love to try. I am new to quilting...currently quilting on my sewing machine. I am still in the quilting on small quilt sandwiches for practice stage. I keep watching videos by you as well as others who use a long arm, and I feel like I would like that better...I feel like there would be better visibility because it feels like my machine is in the way and I find that I am hunching over to see what I am doing. Your block a day videos are inspiring me to try some quilting with rulers, so have just ordered a ruler foot for my machine. I love all of your work, it looks so beautiful and effortless...I dream of the day I can be closer to what you do.
Purchased a used Gammill five months ago and I am learning so much from your videos. Thank you! My friend made me a panel so I could stich along with you. Loving it! 🙂
I have quilted on a panel before and I'll soon be quilting a few more! They can be a lot of fun to work on! I was wondering if you would still buy the computerized robot for quilting if you hadn't had your back problem?
Yes! I would! It's really a great tool.
There are so many gorgeous panels-I love quilting them!
Hi Natalia. No I have not quilted on a panel before. This would be awesome to have though for practicing free motion Quilting. Thanks for all you do! So inspiring!!!
Thank you for the great tips. I have not stitched on a panel. I am still learning the idiosyncrasies of my long arm.
I have quilted on panels since I started quilting on my longarm. Thank you for the great video.
I have never tried to sew a panel. Sounds like a great way to learn to quilt
I keep my machine slightly higher than was recommended also. Saves my back. I had to do 2 months of O.T. followed by 2 months of P.T. this past winter due to a pinched nerve in my neck. My entire left arm was numb and in pain. All from bad posture habit from job, quilting, phone, etc. Body ergonomics is so important.
I also only use my Right hand to quilt with and leave the left on the quilt. I feel more in control like I am drawing.
I keep the ruler base on all the time.
I have a tow gauge but honestly I don't really use it. I use the drop method, but it works for me.
I have done a few panels but only because they were so stinking cute I couldn't resist.
I enjoy these videos on the ins and outs of quilting and learn a lot from you! Never done a panel!
Love using panels for quick quilts! I just bought a Towa guage and it's helped so much with my tension issues. A real life saver!!
Love your block a day series. Lots of great patterns. I have used a panel when I first got my long arm. It helped to get used to the feel of the machine.
I have never tried to quilt on a panel! I am willing to try it! I am a PT and love the idea of raising my quilting machine! thank you!!
The first thing I quilted on my longarm was a panel. It was a disaster, as all first-time practice pieces are. Thanks for the chance to win.
Thanks Natalia your videos are always so informative. I have quilted panels with free motion drawings to highlight the design.
Love your videos!! I own several panels but I have only quilted on one panel before when I did an attic window quilt. Thank you sew much for all of your inspiration!!
I have quilted on panels, but can always use more practice! Thanks for the videos, lots of great ideas.
Congratulations!!!! @jworkman, you're the giveaway winner! Please send brad.piecenquilt@gmail.com an email to claim your Let's Stitch with Natalia panel. The panel does have a slight misprint. :)
I made a quilt using a panel for the first time last week. My granddaughter loves sea turtles and I found a sea turtle panel. She loves it!!!