I’m a little late to the game but I just found you and your precision is so wonderful. I’ve only been quilting for two years and I’m not that talented but I’m learning. Thank you for all the information you give.
As you see watching these videos, my preferred quilting is edge to edge, or the same design over the entire quilt. I do workshops from time to time, giving some tips and a ton of examples for helping work through those choices.
I've just discovered your utube channel and I love your recordings!! You have so many helpful tips and I love that they are "live and unscripted" so we can see how to handle different problems. Thank you for keeping it real!
Susan, just wanted to share how much I love your crazy eight design. I’m currently doing a quilt challenge and used this design on a 6 inch border. It turned out really well. Thank you for sharing this design! I will definitely use it as an edge to edge design.
I just found your videos. I am so thankful for all of your detailed explanations with each step. My first long arm machine arrives on Wednesday this week.
I was wondering about the red snappers. watching how you put those on completely sold me on the product. Will also add the side snaps. I'm only 35 minutes into this Live & Unscripted and have learned so many great tips. Thank you!!! Okay, back to the show. OHHH And THIS is the only Reality TV that I enjoy watching.
Yay! I love calling it a reality show😂 There is a handy page of links on my website. If you’re interested in purchasing from there, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for considering, and I know you’ll love the Snappers!
@@StitchedBySusan Ohhh, i paused the video and hit the checkout button after I watched the red snapper section. I had Renae's website open to this, stopped myself from buying it, and thought "I'm going to first see if this is what Susan uses!" Now that I know your tool page is there, I will check first before buying. Thank you for alerting me to this. I am happy to support you in anyway I can.
Hi Susan! I am late to the party and just found your videos! This is the first one I’ve watched and I was so thrilled to see you stitch out this pattern that I have loved since the first time I saw it several years ago. I thought it looked simple enough, but didn’t know how to figure out the measurements. Like you, I am not into Pantos and love FMQ from the front of the machine. I can’t wait to try this on a quilt! I’m looking forward to catching up on your other videos. Thank you so much for taking the time to share all this information. I don’t know when you started this, but I sure wish I’d had them for reference in 2016 when I bought my first longarm. I don’t quilt professionally, so it takes me longer to advance my skills doing only my own quilts and some charity quilting. Your videos are awesome and I am so inspired with your approach, to get some quilting done!! Thanks again!
THANK YOU-so informative. I’m going to be attempting a large ffp with lots of bias edges. And trying for the first time floating. Fingers crossed. And toes too haha
I machine quilt using a domestic Bernina. I recently changed from stay stitching bias edge to ironing a strip of the fusible tape (can’t remember the name) that is sold to join pieces of batting.
Thank you, Susan, for sharing your “real time” quilting. I’m loving everything you do. I’m starting a quilt for a friend and decided to try Crazy 8s (after watching your video multiple times!). I marked the batting at 2” and did fine for 2 rows. There is not much contrast between thread and fabric and kinda got lost midway through row 3. My solution? Tiny strips of painters tape on the bar above my quilt every 2”. Gives me something to aim for! Yeah!
Just found you, my friend and I have discussed buying a long arm machine together. which model of the Bernina did you get? so many things to consider! could you do a shopping advise video for those who are new to long arm quilting?
I really like this design. When I saw it a first glance it looked like crosshatching. That’s something I wanted to try but worried about ruler work on full quilt. This will be much simpler and look awesome. I really love your videos.
Hi Susan, for piecing a back have you heard of the John Flynn diagonal method? I ran across it years and years ago when I was first starting out. It allows you to piece a back with less overall material, and with the backing seam running diagonally, you don't have the vertical seam issue that sometimes creates a problem. I put the formula into a spreadsheet, and use it quickly to figure out what will work. Love your pattern, and quilting choice.
I’ve been looking for a rectangular ruler with the edge that allows it to handle more easily and can’t find it. It’s the one that you sometimes leave on your quilt in your live sessions I watch. Could you please provide the manufacturer’s name, so I might purchase it?
I believe the yellow one you’re seeing is no longer available. I found similar ones at QuiltersApothecary.com/SBScollection. Use the code SBS10 for 10% off any of the rulers in that collection.
First off, my machine came with canvas leaders attached to the rails. Many machines have those. Then, with the Red Snapper system you receive a thin rod that slides into the hem of that canvas. And finally you’re able to snap on the bits you see me using in the videos. Hope that helps!
do you have any tips on tension. do you ever take a quilt off the frame and find intermittent "eye lashes" on the back? can this happen if you don't stitch with a consistent speed? I'm struggling with tension and I've had my longarm since November 21. I think I'm getting petty good with free motion just sick of working about tension. Maybe I'm too critical of my work? sigh...... I'm using an Innova longarm 22"
Poor tension can happen no matter whether constant speed or regulated. And it’s a much bigger discussion than I can cover here, but I suggest searching out some longarming groups on Facebook, and asking people who have your same brand. There is a LOT of experience out there. I’m thinking of doing an episode on just tension, as I know how absolutely frustrating that can be❤️
They are the same Red Snapper brand as my loading clips, so usually the same suppliers carry them. The brand isn’t as important as the LENGTH of them, in my opinion.
Do you ever find out your tension is off on the back of your quilt after you get started. I wish there was an easier way to check this before I get too far into the quilt.
Easier than…..? If it’s in question, I either use a mirror or climb below😁 Over time, I’ve gotten more attuned to my machine, and can often detect stitch problems early, but that just comes with time and experience.
I was watching (again) and after thread beak #2, when you re-threaded the machine, it looks like you wrapped the thread around the tension knob two times. If so, is that because Isacord is slippery? Wasn't sure that is what you actually did.
I wish I could see your feet - how you “shuffle” to stay directly in front of your machine. I tend to feel “planted” and have to stop to move my body and that tends to interrupt to smooth quilting lines.
Your channel is really outstanding
Thank you! We try❤️
what a helpful video Susan thank you
❤❤Hi watching from Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹 💕
I’m a little late to the game but I just found you and your precision is so wonderful. I’ve only been quilting for two years and I’m not that talented but I’m learning. Thank you for all the information you give.
You are so welcome!
Thank you for sharing. You are such a wonderful teacher.
Love this pattern.
Nancy from Eugene oregon
I can't wait to try this. Thank you for sharing your technique.
Love watching you work and listening to all the tips along the way. My problem is deciding what to quilt and where. ♥️🇦🇺
As you see watching these videos, my preferred quilting is edge to edge, or the same design over the entire quilt. I do workshops from time to time, giving some tips and a ton of examples for helping work through those choices.
I've just discovered your utube channel and I love your recordings!! You have so many helpful tips and I love that they are "live and unscripted" so we can see how to handle different problems. Thank you for keeping it real!
So glad you’re finding them helpful! That was certainly my hope, in presenting them “live”.
Wow, look at all the awards on your wall! Binge watching your videos tonight. 😃
Susan, just wanted to share how much I love your crazy eight design. I’m currently doing a quilt challenge and used this design on a 6 inch border. It turned out really well. Thank you for sharing this design! I will definitely use it as an edge to edge design.
Loved watching you, Susan. Thanks for all the great tips!!
I just found your videos. I am so thankful for all of your detailed explanations with each step. My first long arm machine arrives on Wednesday this week.
Nancy from Texas!
Enjoyed very much.
I have a sitdown long arm but all of your tips are helpful
I was wondering about the red snappers. watching how you put those on completely sold me on the product. Will also add the side snaps. I'm only 35 minutes into this Live & Unscripted and have learned so many great tips. Thank you!!! Okay, back to the show. OHHH And THIS is the only Reality TV that I enjoy watching.
Yay! I love calling it a reality show😂 There is a handy page of links on my website. If you’re interested in purchasing from there, I receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for considering, and I know you’ll love the Snappers!
@@StitchedBySusan Ohhh, i paused the video and hit the checkout button after I watched the red snapper section. I had Renae's website open to this, stopped myself from buying it, and thought "I'm going to first see if this is what Susan uses!" Now that I know your tool page is there, I will check first before buying. Thank you for alerting me to this. I am happy to support you in anyway I can.
Susan from Vancouver Island Canada
All so helpful, thanks so much!
Hi Susan! I am late to the party and just found your videos! This is the first one I’ve watched and I was so thrilled to see you stitch out this pattern that I have loved since the first time I saw it several years ago. I thought it looked simple enough, but didn’t know how to figure out the measurements. Like you, I am not into Pantos and love FMQ from the front of the machine. I can’t wait to try this on a quilt! I’m looking forward to catching up on your other videos. Thank you so much for taking the time to share all this information. I don’t know when you started this, but I sure wish I’d had them for reference in 2016 when I bought my first longarm. I don’t quilt professionally, so it takes me longer to advance my skills doing only my own quilts and some charity quilting. Your videos are awesome and I am so inspired with your approach, to get some quilting done!! Thanks again!
You are so welcome! I’ve only been posting videos regularly for about 18 months, so you should have no trouble catching up😁
Q need know do YOU have a video on Quilt on the long arm Have you done that kind of work good morning from linden tn
Thank you Susan...loved all of your hints. BTW, I do lots of pantographs...pretty easy...but I admire the custom designs.
THANK YOU-so informative. I’m going to be attempting a large ffp with lots of bias edges. And trying for the first time floating. Fingers crossed. And toes too haha
Yes I like
When I do quilts with bias edges I staystitch the edge of the quilt after I finish piecing it
An excellent idea! Which I know....but didn't do. Next time....
I machine quilt using a domestic Bernina. I recently changed from stay stitching bias edge to ironing a strip of the fusible tape (can’t remember the name) that is sold to join pieces of batting.
Thank you, Susan, for sharing your “real time” quilting. I’m loving everything you do.
I’m starting a quilt for a friend and decided to try Crazy 8s (after watching your video multiple times!). I marked the batting at 2” and did fine for 2 rows. There is not much contrast between thread and fabric and kinda got lost midway through row 3. My solution? Tiny strips of painters tape on the bar above my quilt every 2”. Gives me something to aim for! Yeah!
Way to problem solve👊🏻
Just found you, my friend and I have discussed buying a long arm machine together. which model of the Bernina did you get? so many things to consider! could you do a shopping advise video for those who are new to long arm quilting?
I have the Q24 on the 12’ pro frame. And yes! I’ll work on a video…I’m jotting outline points as we speak 😉
I really like this design. When I saw it a first glance it looked like crosshatching. That’s something I wanted to try but worried about ruler work on full quilt. This will be much simpler and look awesome. I really love your videos.
Yes, ruler work can be really time consuming on a large quilt. You gotta know it’s working it before you start😉 Glad you’re enjoying the videos!
Hi Susan, for piecing a back have you heard of the John Flynn diagonal method? I ran across it years and years ago when I was first starting out. It allows you to piece a back with less overall material, and with the backing seam running diagonally, you don't have the vertical seam issue that sometimes creates a problem. I put the formula into a spreadsheet, and use it quickly to figure out what will work. Love your pattern, and quilting choice.
I have! Although I didn’t think of it for this one, I confess. Next time👍🏻
I didn’t know you can stitch over the pins
well....I do😄 I don't know how the quilt police would feel about that...but we won't tell them.
Do you have a part number for the magnet bars you use? Thank you in advance. I am learning so much from you!
I don’t, sorry, but I do have a RESOURCES page on my website, with a link to a couple of sizes. Glad you’re enjoying the episodes!
@@StitchedBySusan I could not find Resources on your webpage for the magnets.
@@christybailey7401 here you go - resources.stitchedbysusan.com/
I'm a new longarm owner and jyst found you. Wonderful info for yhis newbie!
I’ve been looking for a rectangular ruler with the edge that allows it to handle more easily and can’t find it. It’s the one that you sometimes leave on your quilt in your live sessions I watch. Could you please provide the manufacturer’s name, so I might purchase it?
I believe the yellow one you’re seeing is no longer available. I found similar ones at QuiltersApothecary.com/SBScollection. Use the code SBS10 for 10% off any of the rulers in that collection.
Good afternoon
Trying to understand how the red snapper attaches to the rail. Is there a groove in the rail itself that the snapper snaps into?
First off, my machine came with canvas leaders attached to the rails. Many machines have those. Then, with the Red Snapper system you receive a thin rod that slides into the hem of that canvas. And finally you’re able to snap on the bits you see me using in the videos. Hope that helps!
Q: Do you lift weights to keep your arm strength up? I love you designs!
no....I quilt😂
do you have any tips on tension. do you ever take a quilt off the frame and find intermittent "eye lashes" on the back? can this happen if you don't stitch with a consistent speed? I'm struggling with tension and I've had my longarm since November 21. I think I'm getting petty good with free motion just sick of working about tension. Maybe I'm too critical of my work? sigh......
I'm using an Innova longarm 22"
Poor tension can happen no matter whether constant speed or regulated. And it’s a much bigger discussion than I can cover here, but I suggest searching out some longarming groups on Facebook, and asking people who have your same brand. There is a LOT of experience out there. I’m thinking of doing an episode on just tension, as I know how absolutely frustrating that can be❤️
Where did you purchase your long side clamps? Been looking for them online.
They are the same Red Snapper brand as my loading clips, so usually the same suppliers carry them. The brand isn’t as important as the LENGTH of them, in my opinion.
Do you ever find out your tension is off on the back of your quilt after you get started. I wish there was an easier way to check this before I get too far into the quilt.
Easier than…..? If it’s in question, I either use a mirror or climb below😁 Over time, I’ve gotten more attuned to my machine, and can often detect stitch problems early, but that just comes with time and experience.
@@StitchedBySusan thanks
I was watching (again) and after thread beak #2, when you re-threaded the machine, it looks like you wrapped the thread around the tension knob two times. If so, is that because Isacord is slippery? Wasn't sure that is what you actually did.
I do wrap it 1.75 times. That’s what my machine manufacturer recommends and it works 👍🏻
How do you keep that cup on top of your machine?
You have sharp eyes🤣 There’s a peg there, and I just cut an X into the bottom of the cup and stuck it on.
@@StitchedBySusan great tip, I have a Gammill so I might borrow that tip
Haxtun Colorado
Is this quilt on display somewhere?
There are a few more photographs in my feed several months ago. Is that what you mean?
@@StitchedBySusan yes , thanks I will go look for them!
Susan, you said you have a 26" throat machine. Can you tell me how long your side clamps are? (16" or 19"?)
Just did a quick measure….they’re 19”.
@@StitchedBySusan Perfect! Thank you.
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Paula from Gonzales, LA.
I wish I could see your feet - how you “shuffle” to stay directly in front of your machine. I tend to feel “planted” and have to stop to move my body and that tends to interrupt to smooth quilting lines.