jclark Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 I took the plunge--I am relatively new to quilting (2 years)and all of a sudden I had the urge for a longarm--I purchased a refurbished Millie from APQS through Joanne Jones of Ye Old Forest Quilters and I can't wait for it to get here. On one hand, I am terrified--what if I can't do this and on the other hand, I am so excited. Janna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gable428 Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Janna, congratulations! You should be very excited and don't worry... you can do this:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg_marsh Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Smart girl - you will love it and welcome to the group!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeoldeforest Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Have you slept yet?!!! I'm so excited for you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheri Butler Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Well, Jana. Congrats! & Welcome! Your now a "hooked APQSer!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IBQLTN2 Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Congratulations Jana. Might as well jump in a get wet with both feet. I sure wish I had done it along time ago. Only have had my Lenni 2 days and already having a great time. Learning is half the fun. I actually felt myself chill out and start to smile. Let go of the death grip and relaxed and it was so much easier. I think it is great are you a NC girl? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyJo Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 You won't regreat this Jana. The 3rd best day in my life was deciding to get my Millie, signing the papers and then waiting what seemed like forever, but only 2 weeks. I'm soooo glad that I made that decision and I think you will be too. Don't be afraid of it, just give it a big hug, take a deep breath and go for it....:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmiequilts Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Welcome Janna! I love my Millie and you will too this is so much fun! You'd better make some tops for practice while you are waiting for her to arrive. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Janna, Welcome to the wonderful world of LA's! You can do this...no worries! You are in good hands with Joanne! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mary Beth Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Janna, Congratulations!! And welcome to the forum. Just so you know...these jitters you are now feeling are normal, and they will go away We have all had them, usually before the machine arrives and just after it is set up and ready to go. Once you get started you will have the time of your life. This forum is a great place for inspiration, a few laughs, pep talks, etc. Have fun quilting!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindasewsit Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 If I can do it, Anybody can!!! YOU will have a BLAST!!!!!!!!!!!!! CongratS!! When will you get it? linda Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Sew Simple Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Sleep while you can! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renae Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 Congrats and welcome to our little family!! You should have some tops made ahead of time to practice on and get some sleep while you can because when she arrives you will be playing with her all the time. Jitters are normal but they will go away.......just relax and breathe normally. Renae Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boni Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 I remember what that was like! After four years, the excitement is still there, and I ALWAYS am thinking of how I'll quilt the next one. Welcome to our wonderful world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boni Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 One note: Someone once told me, probably in a class from someone like Sally Terry, or Cindy Roth, to always take paper and pen where ever you go. Get in the habit of doodling. Practice Practice Practice on paper--your muscles don't know the difference between paper and the machine. The muscles are sending messages to the brain and are memorizing those motions. IT WORKS! If works for all learning types. One of those little tricks of the trade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltmonkey Posted August 26, 2008 Report Share Posted August 26, 2008 I love it when people act on their impulsive urges! You deserve this new machine... have FUN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 Get some sleep now and start practicing "breathing". Once you get your machine, you'll forget to sew and breath at the same time. CONGRATS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jclark Posted August 27, 2008 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 I got an e-mail that my Mille shipped yesterday! I could potentially have it by Friday--YIKES--I better get to moving all that stuff out of its new home and soon!! Thanks so much for all the encouragement, guys! Janna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eswindy Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 You are going to fall in love with your machine. Congrats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 Oh, sorry I missed congratulating you.. You are going to have so much fun.. just remember, breathe, relax, barely hold the handles with two fingers and have fun... RitaR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted August 27, 2008 Report Share Posted August 27, 2008 Janna, congratulations and welcome to the family. You are going to love your new machine and what Rita says about holding the handles with two fingers goes right along with breathing, they are very hard things to do at first, ask me how I know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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