whitepinesquilter Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Hi everyone! I've been off the forum for some time busy with many other things as well as trying to get my shoulders healed. Not so much on that, but we did some modifications on the way my table was set up, including raising it to very high waist level - basically midriff - and I think that has helped quite a bit. I can fully rest my arms on the belly bar now without any tension and that is so great! I would be interested in knowing how high others of you have yours, and if the height of mine is the odd man out. Anyway, I had advertised my machine, since using it caused so much extended pain, but not too many were interested in a machine mine's age. So we made those changes, and I am so glad we did (and that it didn't sell at this time.) I thought I would try some ruler work, which is one thing I struggle with with my limitations, and I found I still don't have much control holding them in place. So ruler work quickly became play time. And I had a blast - and the best thing is far less pain than usual. The changes worked! Here's my play on a piece of ivory satin with Glide and Bottom Line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenscratch Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Gorgeous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMALKB Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 That is beautiful ! So glad you found a way to use AND enjoy your machine. I have mine up high too, but mostly for my lower back pain. It also helped so I stand up straighter and not slightly bent over. My arms rest on the belly bar so my forearms are at a 90 degree angle to my shoulders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maggienoella Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 OMG it's a good thing your machine didn't sell...that is absolutely breathtaking! I'm so glad the modifications worked for you...you obviously love quilting. Joan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamu Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 If this is what you can produce while in pain and having issues with rulers..... OMG! what would you be doing if those things were not a problem for you!!! Wonderful work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaC Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Gorgeous quilting; glad you didn't sell either! Marci, while standing I too, find the best position for me is the midriff. It is higher than my elbows but it is the most comfortable for me as it eases my neck and shoulder pain. I can see better so I find I don't crook my neck, LOL. I have a lift and change positions a lot and it also helps! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srichardson Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Wow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlsa3 Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Can we just say that your wall hanging is the one I'm working on for myself? Shezzz....that is beautiful. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T Row Studio Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 That is fabulous Quiltin. my height is at my belly button always thought it would be better a llitle higher but I am not sure if can go much higher I am on the taller side. My belly bar is at 38 1/2" is anybodys higher than that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepinesquilter Posted February 20, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Mine is at 40 3/4". That was the highest we could get it with 3/8" wood pieces under each table leg. My arms are outwards a bit and rest on the bar when I quilt, and I have so much more comfort than I had when I had it at waist height where my elbows were level when arms were bent. It doesn't seem ergonomically right, but it works! That is fabulous Quiltin. my height is at my belly button always thought it would be better a llitle higher but I am not sure if can go much higher I am on the taller side. My belly bar is at 38 1/2" is anybodys higher than that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeidiP Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Wow! Beautiful! Glad raising your table helped because you're gifted! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachside Quilter Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Awesome, Marci! Glad to see you back in the game! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nanbrug Posted February 20, 2015 Report Share Posted February 20, 2015 Wow Marci that is beautiful!!!!I have back problems and I had hubby put hydraulic lift on and it makes such a difference because I can change the height as often as I need and it makes a difference not standing in the same position. Again love your quilting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K. Szymaszek Posted February 21, 2015 Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 I'm glad you found a way to make your machine work with you, you do beautiful work together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmcclannan Posted February 21, 2015 Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 Really lovely. So happy you have found your groove! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisae Posted February 21, 2015 Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 Absolutely gorgeous, Marci! So happy you got your machine adjusted right for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepinesquilter Posted February 21, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 Well, thank you all so much for your kind words. I've had my machine now for four years, and I'm almost ashamed to say it took us this long to just go ahead and try the table higher than recommended. What a difference, and I'm glad we did. It just goes to show that never be afraid to keep trying and not give up! Again, thanks so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat C Posted February 21, 2015 Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 Beautiful work Marci. I'm glad you didn't sell your machine and the adjustments helped the pain. Can't wait to see more of your work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibbyG Posted February 21, 2015 Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 I'm glad you couldn't sell the machine, but someone lost a bargain because they are workhorses. This is a stunning quilt, so keep up the beautiful work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WW Quilter Posted February 22, 2015 Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 Wow, Marci, Your "play" is just beautiful! So glad you found a way to keep quilting and I am looking forward to seeing more of your work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted February 22, 2015 Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 That's gorgeous, Marci! So glad to see you're having fun and being creative again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pepsi Girl Posted February 22, 2015 Report Share Posted February 22, 2015 Wish I could "play" like that! The is stunning beautiful! I've had my machine for around 10 years and I only realized a month ago how comfortable it is to have table higher! Guess I'm a slow learner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitepinesquilter Posted February 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 Thanks, all, for the kind words and encouragement. I think I gave up in my mind quite some time ago, pain does that if you don't find a way to get around it. I just hope others who are struggling with their machines or don't think they have what it takes will keep trying one more thing and see if it helps. I'm not a prolific quilt top maker but the freedom free hand quilting gives does me good. I'm pretty sure that one day the Ulti I will be like the Singer Featherweight - only a whole lot bigger I, too, am glad it didn't sell! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkinpatchquilter Posted February 24, 2015 Report Share Posted February 24, 2015 It is lovely Marci! I told you that already but somehow missed this post! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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