Tangled Threads Posted June 6, 2009 Report Share Posted June 6, 2009 down the sides...do you always have to take off the 2 screws to quilt down the sides of the quilt? I mean disconect the computer so you can run the machine freely? or is there a better way? then do the panto....I will get this!! with help that is.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stagecl Posted June 6, 2009 Report Share Posted June 6, 2009 Deb, You can stitch down the side without disconnecting the cables. I still like to disconnect the cables...I am old fashion. I'll let someone who does this answer the question as to the way they find it most effective. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tangled Threads Posted June 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2009 thanks Cheryl- I just think there is an easier way...(I hope) if not ok then I disconect the cables... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue E. Posted June 6, 2009 Report Share Posted June 6, 2009 You can use the straight line pattern that comes with the CQ to baste down the sides as you are moving down the quilt. You can also use it to stitch the top and bottom down. However, I prefer to disconnect the Y cable to do the sides. I move the head to where I want it to stitch using the CQ and then manually baste. I usually disconnect both the X and Y cable to do the bottom (sometimes only X cable) and then use my channel lock. I find it easier for me to do it this way than set the length of the straight stitch pattern. When I stitch the top of the quilt down to the batting, I always have the CQ disconnected and use my channel locks. You need to find the way that you are most comfortable doing and just go with it. There is no right or wrong way to do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeke Posted June 7, 2009 Report Share Posted June 7, 2009 I don't know about anyone else, but I like to disconnect the cables too. It only takes a few second to disconnect anyways. The machine is easier to move this way and if I have to do anything else, then I can.. Regards, zeke......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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