Sit down Free Motion Quilting Tips to get started

[@jillbecker8651]

This is one of the best prepared quilting videos on KZbin! Everything in it is 100% right on the dot! Thank you so much!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Happy to share!

[@valerieroot5194]

Loved all the knowledge that your sharing. The education is great because I want to learn and thought your presentation was great for everyone.

[@zarabell398]

You are such a good teacher! Many helpful details, lots of good advice. Thank you!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad to hear it thank you!

[@marijkeschellenbach2680]

You have absolutely changed my fear of free motion quilting and I wanted to tell you that it made all the difference in my quilting. Specifically changing my sewing machine speed and stitch length was the aha lightbulb trick to make quilting enjoyable. Thank you, thank you, thank you. No need for me to watch any other youtubes!!!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

I'm so glad! you are so sweet! I'm sorry I havn't seen your comment till now and I am truly happy that you can quilt happy now! Hooray!

[@lisacraig7245]

Very good tutorial. She stays on subject, flows from one point to the next, explains thoroughly, demonstrates well, and sums up the main points at the end. Excellent teacher.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you so much!

[@rosepaul9681]

Wow, such a thorough, clear set of instructions. Thanks. I've been practicing free motion quilting after a hiatus. This helps so much.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

I am so glad to hear it!

[@Goldilocks57]

I am well past this point but I would've given anything to know the tips and tricks way back when. You are a fabulous teacher!! I am sharing your vids with my neighbor who is just learning to freemotion quilt. Thank you!!!!!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you so much for the kind compliment! And thank you for sharing!

[@buelanudge]

Thank you. It's so nice to find a video for us domestic machine quilters. Would love to see more of these for this group.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Domestic is super hard to film but I'm working on some sitdown tutorials on my midarm might that work?

[@buelanudge]

Yes!

[@BackroadsArtStudio]

That was a great instructional video. It was very helpful! Thank you! Sherry

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Happy to help!

[@annj9178]

Thank you for spending your time to make this video helpful and interesting.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Happy to! Thanks for watching!

[@TheresaLeahey]

This was a great tutorial. You spoke about many things and aspects of FMQ that others never even brought up. The only thing that I feel like I would like to have heard is about thread selection specifically for the quilting component and how different thread affects the out come. I will definitely be back for more. Great job.!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!

[@martincruiz7976]

What a wonderful presentation! Your knowledge and experience obviously allow you to provide us with a down-to-earth delivery, with great volume, and a very pleasant voice which makes it easy to stay with you for the duration. I have started watching several instructional quilting videos and have soon become discouraged by the poor voice recording, annoying music, or blurred images. I have subscribed to your channel and will be watching more of your instruction. A great job!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you so much!

[@aliceswann4148]

I am new to machine quilting. Your teaching style is so easy and clear to understand. THANK YOU!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thays so great to hear!

[@sharronfrink6614]

You are an excellent teacher!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!

[@gienbot7954]

Absolute beginner here and i'd like to say this is in my top two favourites for detailed, non-scary, comprehensive tips for a domestic hobby machinist.You and OnPoint-tv have kept my interest alive and kept things accessible. Huge thanks.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thanks for watching!

[@gienbot7954]

I just wish i'd found you sooner ! You're ace. New sub.

[@louisealessi493]

Wow. Awesome. Really good learning video. I have a long arm and you gave great advice on how I can handle stitch regulated. I have the problem of listening to the speed of the machine going faster and slower and my stitching was not smooth. You made the suggestion of head phones and listening to music or whatever so not to hear the machine. WOW . I learn something new every day. Thank you. I will try that.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

So glad I could help!

[@jacquelinemccune1657]

I am a newby, your tips were not only instructional they were clear and easy to understand. Thank you.

[@janeterikson9950]

Best free motion video I watched. You gave import information on thread regarding the direction the thread is spun onto the spool and simply fabulous ideas for holding up fabric. I use a bungie to keep my electrical cord at the back of my longarm from dragging as it shuttles from left to right (I do not have one of the fancy longarms like APQS that have internal sources of power) but I never thought of managing the weight if the quilt that way. PS I enjoy the timber of your voice!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Awesome, thank you!

[@patmoore4515]

Wonderful tutorial! I learned so much! Thank you for sharing your expertise!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Happy to!

[@sunshinejenny777]

Thanks Lauren! A lot of good tips in your video. I am about to "dive" into Free-Motion Quilting after a LONG break! ❤❤❤

[@gabrielleirvin-speck8865]

I have viewed many videos and have not answered any of my questions or addressed my concerns, leaving me frustrated. Thank you, this one has been incredibly helpful and I have definitely subscribed.

[@mbrandeen6368]

😮The clothing rack on wheels, fabulous tip!!

[@ChristineDixon-tv7jx]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. Just wonderful.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Happy to!

[@brendabiffibaldovino8306]

WOW, you're like the free motion quilting Fairy! So much information and tips! Thank you very much for sharing ♥️

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Not a problem!

[@conniehusband1365]

Reviewed your wonderful tutorial! Makes more sense now that I have tried to implement your very good suggestions. Thankyou so much.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

This is great news!

[@msmyramorgan751]

Outstanding video! Thanks Lauren, it's so encouraging to see young women like yourself learning and teaching quilting.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!

[@conniehusband1365]

Terrific demonstration! Thankyou soo much! You covered bases that I didn't even know existed. Excellent!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

I am so glad to hear it!

[@lynnkeating377]

This was a wonderful FMQ starter video. She is clear and easy to follow as well a pleasant to listen to.

[@Nmarsh77]

I have been nervous to try free motion quilting but after watching your tutorial, I went to my sewing area, put together a fat quarter sandwich and gave it a try!!!! I love the idea of trying it on a panel first as well! So excited to continue trying this!!!!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Yay I'm so glad to hear it!

[@jimbly]

A lot of great info in here! My only beef is the constant assertions / assumptions that ‘ladies’ are the target demo. That could very well be your primary viewership, but there are plenty of us fellas that enjoy quilting, too.

[@rughly]

I agree....excellent tutorial and information, but not only for the ladies.

[@AndrewMacLaine]

Yep, I was taken aback by the "ladies ask me" as well, but maybe all the experience she has had with these questions have been from women? So... fellas, dont be afraid to ask for directions, haha!

[@daltonnewbend2045]

Also agree. Quilting for everyone!

[@zacharysancartier3454]

Dislike from me lol

[@jackiejack2031]

@Glen Spivey that's funny😂 I'm sorry, I don't think she meant to leave men out, she just was going from her experience. My son can sew better then me, I think men sewing is awesome. Have a good day☺

[@lauracorral-flores3478]

Thank you the teaching and support. Love it

[@Looky.lookyhere]

I hate that this video is from 2018. I love that panel and would love the class.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

🥰 it was a fun one!

[@pattimontalvo1579]

I am a new quilter and I totally loved how you explained everything in your video!!!! Will definitely subscribe!!!!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Yay! Thank you!

[@sheilajohnson7996]

I just got a new quilting machine and am interested in free motion quilting. Your video was excellent, as you provided thorough step by step instruction and encouragement for newbies!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!!!

[@betosombrio3377]

Fantastic little tips, like not using tick batting on beginning, very helpful, thanks

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad it was helpful! we want to set ourselves up for success!

[@veraboychuck5678]

One of the BEST videos I’ve seen. Great voice tone, clear instructions, and excellent camera views. Really great! I absolutely love quilting! Beginner 🌻

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Wow, thanks! I am so glad this was helpful

[@GiaMarie815]

Lauren, Thank you for all this wonderful information. My favorite tip was "stop and think". I've been following many of your tips and they are all very helpful.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you! I'm so glad its helpful

[@angellanefarm]

You are so thorough and knowledgeable. I have never done free motion before. I recently got a singer patchwork machine . . . The directions are awful. . . I really appreciate your sharing of knowledge. Looking forward to more . . . . I will practice daily now that you have given me motivation and a small bit of confidence! Thank you!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

oh I am so glad to hear it!

[@ooohlaa13]

You are beautiful and quite the teacher. So calm and methodical. I have not yet begun just got a foot for my old old kenmore and hoping I can find my inner quilter. My mom was an expert seamstress from small to huge drapes so I think its in my dna, fiber arts sure are. I really appreciate your style and beauty, ceiling hooks idea is great and all the nuances. Thanx.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

So wonderful thank you for joining!

[@kaybutcher5719]

Thank you for the wonderful, "good sense", instruction, tips, and --for me--the pep talk. I'd given up ever being able to FMQ except for fun on throw away things. You've given me a little hope and a more helpful plan for the plain old logistics that's been lacking to this point. Maybe, after all, this Grammy will be able to leave some pretty things for my family that come not only from the heart but hopefully through better trained hands and fingers. Bless you!😊

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Aww.. dont throw your things away ! Your family will cherish them when you're gone and wont have a negative thought about it

[@Bamagirllp]

Best FMQ video I’ve found. I have struggled for a year and finally gave up!! These tips make me want to try again!!!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

lorie posey thays wonderful! I am so glad! Feel free to share some quilting with us on our facebook group : free motion quilt along

[@bonniescyphers7343]

Great video and many good suggestions! I will watch more of your videos!

[@sherryhein9479]

I'm just starting out, a ton of helpful hints that make so much sense. however I don't a setting for free motion quilting on my machine (have a very basic machine). I have been buying t part at a time so I can start free motion, does this mean I can't do the free motion since i dont have the setting?

[@dianebauers4231]

Nicely done! Some awesome tips! You are a great instructor. Thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@donnagardner1908]

Love your simplicity & clear direction - really appreciated 😊. The clap, bungee & rolling clothes rack tip fantastic 👍

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wendymckinnon2609]

Thank you, thank you! I don't feel so intimidated now and will give it a go!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Wahoo

[@vickilundy8235]

I learned so much from this video! I am so glad I stumbled upon it yesterday! I have watched it repeatedly, taking notes along the way. So, informative, for example: the different types of thread spools and how they are wound determines how you thread your machine. There is so much more I could go on and on! Thank you, sweet child!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad it was helpful! you are too kind

[@cindyherget5196]

I’ve been sewing forever Great tutorial on adjusting speed and length

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!

[@patsyfoister684]

Thank you SO much! I just recently got a very nice Broher machine and your tips will definitely help me! I have not done much sewing before, so I am xcited to get started, and I will be making small art quilts.

[@normawall6332]

This is the best free motion explanation ever, thks so much from a beginner machine quilting on my domestic...hugs

[@terribishop5313]

Outstanding!!!!!!!!!! Thank you💗

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Hapy to share!

[@janyenyo]

Finally found a video showing the details of how to install this foot! Thank you so much!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

No problem!

[@andreaneale3774]

Thankyou for the basics , this has really helped as a beginner

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad it was helpful!

[@learntocrochet1]

This is just jam packed with great information in good detail. I want to take my computer to my machine and slowly try all the combinations.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

You can do it! please share in the facebook group what you create!

[@peggylooby631]

Thanks so much for your tips! I hadn't seen you or your site and I'm happy I found you. Some teachers just are better with certain kind of students, that's as easy as it can be. I think I learned more from you in this one video that in the whole time I've been looking for some answers to questions. Thank you so much, I will be following you regularly & quilting with much more joy!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

This is so wonderful!

[@TheMinot60]

Subscribing just because all the years I’ve fmq (since 84 or so?) I’ve never seen silicone spray. I love your teaching style.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!

[@paulinehunt4069]

Very down to MY earth.. Thank you.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Happy to!

[@sheilazimmerman2734]

I appreciated the information. It was detailed but concise. This is the first you-tube program I have subscribed to! I tried feathers today!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad it was helpful! this is so great!

[@jimsqueenie]

I am getting ready to quilt some table runners for Thanksgiving. I have only done straight line quilting. I want to learn free motion quilting on a domestic machine. Thank you for a very informative video. I really enjoyed it.

[@clydestoll5160]

Table runner tutorial

[@wendyhenderson1394]

Awesome video and you are a fantastic teacher! Thank you.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!

[@tamipalmer5302]

You are so helpful! Did not know about the spray silicone. Great tip! Thank you.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

I'm so glad!

[@cherylmiller4714]

Just bought the Juki 3000 so I can do FMQ. Great tips and ideas from this video. Can't wait to get started!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Have fun! this is so great!

[@dorothyshopp9055]

These are great tips for a beginner like me. Thanks!!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Happy to help

[@beckyg5489]

I'm not exactly a beginner anymore, but this is very helpful and thorough for anyone just starting out. I still learned some things and I think that's what it's all about. Great job!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

wonderful! if you lean just one thing fom any class or tutorial it was well worth the time and or money spent to watch it! I agree wholeheartedly!

[@lavernecady8832]

Best explanation and demonstration of free motion quilting I could have found. I have a Viking Opal 650 and I'm eager to learn more about quilting techniques on this machine. You make it look and sound easy.

[@anitra7747]

I love the Santoro gorjus panels! I especially enjoyed seeing how you quilted them!

[@leticiabarnes9614]

These are seriously the best tips I have heard for free motion quilting .

[@nancyfox7208]

I just wanted to say that watching your video was very interesting. Been sewing for a very long time and quilting for a few years. I thought all of the things in your video was helpful and some I did not know about quilting. I will be watching some more of your video. I enjoy that you are very young and so good alright at your craft. I started sewing with my mom at the age of 5 years old. but quilting only for about 6 years. However I am a firm believer that even someone who is been sewing for year or anything for years and is older can always learn something new each day. Even for young lady's than themselves. So keep up the good work and I will continue watching you helpful tips and video. God Bless you and your family.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

thank you so much nancy! I'm glad I could be of help

[@KarenGutzwiller]

Excellent video!!!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!

[@jaltenbernd3383]

Very clear, many great tips, enjoyed your presentation

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lindadavies1449]

This lady is great at showing what to do in quilting your quilts step by step I will be watching out for more of her totorial Lind from Scotland

[@gillscarisbrick645]

What a brilliant tutorial. Many, many thanks this was so interesting.

[@mvblitzyo]

wow your amazing I really enjoy all your tips , silicone ,gloves , the plexiglass which I never thought of . Im just a hobby sew guy LOL but this video was so helpful thanks for post an awesome video Joe from California ..

[@msmyramorgan751]

Thanks so much....I'm not new to quilting itself... I just want to learn FMQ...... I feel I got just what I wanted from this video for a good start. I'll be back to let you know!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Wonderful! it's been a few months how are you doing?

[@quiltgram3056]

WOW. I just discovered this channel, (August 9,2019) and learned a few tips. Definitely subscribed and enjoy not only your style but the great camera position.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Oh thank you!

[@arkreynoldsa]

Thank you for some really helpful hints and tricks! I definitely subscribed and liked!

[@neldamachovsky2439]

Very good information and easy to understand!

[@carriebennett5926]

Thank you so much for your video. I have watched a lot of KZbin videos for different techniques because I have a domestic machine and your video was so easy to follow. Some that I have watched is so monotone that they put me to sleep and they tend to use a technique that is more work than it's worth. You have a very pleasant voice and you are very easy to understand. I did subscribe and can't wait to watch more of your videos.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you so much

[@Germie2352]

Wow! I sure learned a lot with this video. I just bought a free motion quilting foot and will try to follow your advice on practicing. Video is well made by a knowledgeable person.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad it was helpful!

[@moms5boyscooks]

Wow thanks!!! You made me fill so much better about my next quilt project!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@meldoyle9986]

Thank you so much. I have learnt alot from you. I have wanted to learn FMQ for such a long long time. I'm very greatful. You walk through each technique at my level lol.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

I m so glad! welcome to FMQ!

[@jeanmurphy7270]

Thank you, thank you. Finally I am getting more information from somewhere. I have the same machine, a Viking 835. I enjoyed your video. The only thing was that I was wishing was that I could see your hands more when you were touching the machine buttons. I am not too familiar with the speed button, yet. When I press it the machine sounds the same to me. I will have to practice. You also answered many of my questions.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Glad it was helpful! this wasn't a tutorial on the machine, I don't count myself an expert at my sit down machine, I know in the manual it has lots of pictures and I'm sorry i didn't show my hands more truth be told I was filming this with 5 small kids running around the house so I had to take the takes I could use! lol

[@lisacoleman687]

Just subscribed. Been struggling for ages,so glad I've come across your site. Feel empowered to try again 😆😆😆

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Yay!

[@nikkismith482]

Thankyou for sharing your tutorial - best one for beginners I have ever seen explaining what to do with shorter stitch lengths etc... .xx - I really appreciate your video.xx

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

thank you! feel free to share with friends!

[@bettymoulton4892]

Great instruction and tips- thanks so much for your generous teaching!

[@vilmafabro2988]

You did a good job in giving instructions and tips.

[@sallyharris1093]

I’m so glad I found you. I have been renting time on a long arm. Gets expensive. I have a Viking machine also but have been afraid to try it on bigger projects. After watching this video, I’m now excited to try it on my machine. I look forward to more of your videos.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Yay wonderful!!

[@betosombrio3377]

Hi it’s me again your tip about not using the foot and using a fixed speed is fantastic, because on my machine the foot pedal is broken,thanks again

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thanks for sharing! I'm so glad this was helpful!

[@catherinegreen7003]

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[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Catherine Green thanks for watching!

[@maryhansen2442]

Mary H. 02/2/2022 I have been so scared about machine quilting and have been hand quilting everything. Thanks for making this sound like I can actually do this.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

you can do this!!!

[@erinlewis2520]

Great tip about practicing on a panel ! Thank you and enjoyed your video!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

anytime!

[@gigiontube]

Thank you for your video ! Very well done and good explanation ! The only comment I have… I like much better “The supreme slider” product than using silicon spray. There are couple of videos on that, you might like it for yourself too 😉

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you! I've used the slider too and it's great!

[@janhumphreys700]

Suspending the quilt from overhead to take off the drag is genius! Never thought of that.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Yay!

[@arkreynoldsa]

@@BoldNotionQuilting Yes, this tip has been what I've needed to help with my arthritic shoulders! I thought I might not be able to machine quilt anymore.

[@Iamlismoore]

Your work is beautiful!!! thank you

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you too!

[@eveking6356]

no the beautiful blue floral 😍

[@helenmain3923]

great video, i've been intimidated to start free hand quilting, i picked up several good tips with the video

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Helen Main wonderful please do share!

[@Momzie808]

Very well explained, thank you! Great tips and I love your tutorial!

[@nancyjohnson2163]

This video gave me confidence and the skills to tackle my second attempt at FMQ (the first was a disaster, so I quit!). I am looking forward to put your excellent tips to work!!!!

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Wonderful!!

[@lavonnethompson117]

First timer! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@melodykingwell4040]

Awesome information. I have been struggling and now I have a plan.

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Yay!!

[@annewise1315]

This is awesome...thank you!!

[@jo-annemclagan2597]

Thank you.I love your videos

[@BoldNotionQuilting]

Thank you!

[@jesspeak7543]

Thanks very much for such a wonderful and information loaded tutorial, Jess