jandcembroidery Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I was a little disappointed in the final product. I'm used to doing edge to edge, so trying to navigate this one free motion without backtracking was different. I had made this for my Chief who is retiring after 36 years in the Air Force. I'm sure he will like it whether or not the stitches are perfect. I might put a hanging sleeve on the back for him to hang in his house. First quilt done on my long-arm by jandcembroidery, on Flickr First quilt done on my long-arm by jandcembroidery, on Flickr James Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heritage Keepsakes Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Wow!!! That looks fantastic James. Very impressive for a first quilt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisae Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Wonderful quilt and quilting, James! I love the outlining of the stars. Your Chief will treasure it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeAnn Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I think that looks great! Outlining the stars is a hard thing but it looks like you've mastered it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 It looks great James. I think it's awesome to receive a quilt made just for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
witha'K'quilting Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 The Chief will love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharonarooni Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I think it looks fantastic! Congratulations! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Grammy Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I think it looks great and you can back track if you need to in order to get from point A to point B you just have to do it carefully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busy Quilting Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I like the look of that quilt and your ruler work looks great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srichardson Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Excellent job James. Your quilt is a gift to be treasured! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Well done James!!! My first quilt didn't turn out that good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enchanted Quilting Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Striking James~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkinpatchquilter Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I think you did a fantastic job!!! I understand the frustration trying to maneuver that machine. Oh my!!! But I think you did a wonderful job and your Chief is going to love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaC Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Very nice, James! It came out great; he's going to treasure it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 You did an excellent job. I'm sure your Chief will cherish it. Tell your Chief I said thank you for the 36 years of service keeping us free! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delld Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 James , what a great quilt and it will be a treasure for sure!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 This is a wonderful first quilt, James. At this rate, you'll be a quilting rockstar in no time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisquilter Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 It looks great James! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heirloom Quilter Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 James, that's a beautiful quilt and your quilting is great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jandcembroidery Posted February 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Thanks all for the compliments. I tried to point out my mistakes to my wife this morning, and after a good nights sleep I couldn't find them That's not to say I didn't make any, I just couldn't remember where they were at. I think what frustrated me the most is that I knew in my head what I wanted to do, but couldn't seem to get it to the machine. Being my first "custom" if that's what you would call it, I just wanted a simple star outline and then the wavy effect on the flag. How complicated is that? I outlined the stars, then I noticed that the background blocks probably needed to be SID. NOT MY FORTE. Then came the waves. I had a stencil that I modified to make the wave (wanted them to be uniform). Trying to mark it was another thing. I couldn't find anything other than a little Dritz chalk bag--doesn't work well and doesn't show up on the tan; so would switch back and forth with marker--because it didn't show up on the red After the second row I found it to be easier to wing it, but just as in the feathers video I have, if you don't plan your stitch, the waves start to straighten out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindasewsit Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 That is soooo neat!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K. Szymaszek Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 That came out beautiful. Don't forget, when he compliments you, just say Thank You. When he says you did a wonderful job, receive it. He will not be looking at it through the same eyes as yours. He will be amazed. Enjoy the moment. And by the way, you really did do a great job. K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micajah Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I love this quilt! Great Job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merryjo2003 Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 I think you did a great job! He'll love it and that's what matters. Always remember, we are our own worst critics. The most scrutiny any quilt ever has is when we are quilting it. We are only looking at a small area under a bright light. What you can't see when you're galloping by on a horse doesn't count! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanbrug Posted February 11, 2013 Report Share Posted February 11, 2013 Great job and what a wonderful gift. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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