Jan in Oz Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Hi APQSers, I'm a rank beginner here, don't even know if this is going to post in the right place. I have read some of the forums, and you seem to be a lovely lot! Australia is far away and has some strange customs and sayings, so please cut me some slack if I seem to say something wrong. My hubby bought me an APQS machine, and I am scared stiff of it. It is not for me to make a living - thank God- just to use. I think he had serious guilt issues with the amount of $ he has spent over the years on cars and caravans. Anyway, I don't expect to post too much, and probably only with questions rather than answers, but I'm glad to be here. Jan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan in Oz (I love that user name). Don't be afraid, APQS machines are friendly and will give you hours of joy (and some frustration). The key to learning to use "her" is practice, breath and practice some more. Everyone on here is ready to help you and answer your questions. Through this forum you have 24 hour help because of our time zones. So get you some muslin or cheap fabric and "play". If your afraid to change the original bobbin tension, you can purchase an extra bobbin case and play with it. You probably know it already but there's several "ladies from Oz" on here. Welcome again and keep in touch:cool::cool::cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb2bie Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan!!! You will be asking lots of questions at first but before you know it, you'll be answering them too!!! It's really fun the first time you say,"Hey, I know the answer to that!!!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stagecl Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome! Asking questions is what this forum is all about! It is about learning and having fun. Have a fun sewing on your new machine:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachside Quilter Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome, Jan!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisquilter Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 You will find your machine is so user-friendly. And forgiving. LOL Connie said the magic word. Practice, Practice, Practice. Tracing over your panto design with your finger until you have the thread path in your head helps too. If you want to do freehand, start drawing your design on paper over and over. This helps your muscle memory and before you know it, you will be moving your machine in beautiful patterns. Perhaps you could find someone local who can give you some hands on training. Good luck and have fun! We all learn by asking questions! The quilters on this forum, as you have seen are very generous with their knowledge. Look at the bottom of Beachside Quilters" post where the signature is located. " Each one teach one" I think that sums up the heart of a quilter! Welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan. Don't be afraid. You can do this. Connie gives excellent advice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs.A Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome, Jan! Your husband has done a great thing for you...who cares if guilt might be the motivator? Now you can take that wonderful gift and run with it! We're happy to have you here in the forum...a group of patient, caring, knowledgeable and funny individuals who seem always ready to help each other! Nancy in Tucson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Littleshoes Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome and can't wait to see what you do with your new machine. Your going to love it! and you will be a pro soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delld Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcopme Jan in Oz. This is the best place. These guys know their stuff! But they are right with the PPP ( practice ). You are beginning a wonderful jouney with your Millie. What fun you will have. All have given you the best advice!!! can't wait to see what you do and how you will improve!!!! Best of luck!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave-Jane Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome, Jan, I understand your feeling of being scared - but read the manual and breathe!!! Connie gives the best advice - just play, play and Play!! Jane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cblevins Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrandmaLKB Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan ! Ask all the questions you want. Someone is always available with an answer for you. Have fun with your new machine ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan, We have many friends on here from Australia, maybe some are near you. This is a truly international chat site and we all speak the same language "Quilting" Have fun with your new machine. Don't forget to keep reminding hubby of all the cars and other toys he has, you might need (want) overhead lights, a Circle Lord, a quilting retreat with classes, eg MQX west or other incidentals down the road. Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBQLTN2 Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 WElcome Jan Always nice to meet a new quilter, we have several from Australia and we have gotten used to their way of talking, I like it infact!! Don't worry too much about being afraid of your machine we all experience that at first but once you get acquanted you will be fast frinds!! Nice to have you on the forum ask questions and learn how to post pictures, we all love pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoseCity Quilter Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan, this is a great place to learn. And don't be scared of your machine, it won't bite! Just start using it, you will fall in love with it.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anette D. Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Hello Jan in Oz, I have learned so much from this Forum, even though I often lurk in the shadows. I understand your trepidation; after three years (or is it four), I'm still there. It will get better with time and practice. On another note, I've always wanted to travel to Australia. Since I can't do so right now, I'll do it vicariously through you and others from the Land of Oz. Happy Quilting, Anette amdquilts@yahoo.com Anette's Custom Quilting:D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Hi Jan. Welcome to the crazy, fun, prayerful group. Lots of ideas here.. hope you stay and enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuiltFaerie Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Jan, These are BIG machines and when I first got mine, I was a little afraid of it also. What fun they are though! This forum is wonderful if you get stuck and need advise. Welcome!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan! So glad you have joined our family. Believe me, most of us were scared of our machines at first, I know I sure was. Practice, breath, and practice some more. We are all here for you at any time. You are in for such a lot of fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ferret Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Go and play with it, the sooner the better. You will fall in love and if you do manage to break anything it's very easy to fix so don't worry. Just enjoy an really amazing gift. Ferret Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o2b Quilting Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome!! Do not be afraid of the machine...be afraid of the addiction to it after you get started:D:D You will soon wonder why you hesitated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aktbone Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan! I am a newbie also. This group is so supportative and helpful. I spend more time on here than on my machine! LOL They are full of great ideas and information. Good luck with your new machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marsha Nichols Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Welcome Jan. Let the fun begin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sewcrazy4quilting Posted November 29, 2011 Report Share Posted November 29, 2011 Nice to meet you Jan, welcome to the APQS forum and more importantly to the APQS family! Stop by often, you will learn allot and get a mountain of support from all of the talented people here. I know I did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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