Gina here, your go-to quilting buddy! I just received a question from a dear reader, Kathy, who’s having a bit of a quilting conundrum.
Kathy’s got an old sewing machine that’s 25-years-strong, and she’s itching to dive into the world of machine quilting. However, there’s a little hiccup: she can’t find a walking foot for her machine! But guess what? Kathy, there’s hope!
You mentioned being able to drop the feed dogs and having a darning foot for your machine. Good news! You can still rock the machine quilting game even without that elusive walking foot.
Now, here’s a quilting tip from yours truly: when it comes to keeping those quilt layers together, some quilters go old-school with safety-pin basting. But, if you’re like me and not a big fan of those pesky pins, I’ve got a secret weapon – quilt basting spray! This adhesive wonder keeps your fabric layers snuggled together like a dream.
I’m head over heels for the Sulky Temporary Spray Adhesive. It’s budget-friendly, has zero nasty smells, and is super safe. Here’s how I do the magic:
- First, head outdoors and lay a protective cover on a flat surface. You want to keep everything clean, right?
- Layer your quilt elements on the cover.
- Peel back the top layer of your quilt, give a good spray to the batting, and smooth out the top. Keep going until you’ve got the entire quilt top sprayed down.
- Flip it over, spray the backing, and voilà, you’re all set for machine quilting!
If, for some reason, the cotton batting plays hard to get, no worries! It’s super easy to adjust. Just peel back and reattach. But remember, always go for a top-notch basting spray. Some can be naughty and gum up your needle.
And hey, if you’re looking to jazz up your quilting patterns or need some tips on maneuvering your quilt, there are a ton of fantastic machine quilting books out there, especially on Amazon. And stay tuned, as I’ll be reviewing some fab sewing books perfect for all levels of quilters!
| Quilting Details | My Recommendations |
|---|---|
| Walking Foot Alternative | Darning Foot |
| Basting Method | Quilt Basting Spray (Preferably Sulky Temporary Spray Adhesive) |
| Layering Technique | Start outdoors on a protective cover |
| Books for Patterns & Tips | Check out Amazon’s vast collection |
