How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

re: How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

Beth Culbertson — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 10:51:39 GMT

Hand quilting is my first choice - a relaxing, contemplative process that gives me the quiet spot I need in a busy life. However, I know that I won't be able to hand quilt forever - and am learning to machine quilt so that the creativity doesn't have to end.

Beth Culbertson

re: How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

Donna Ahonen — Tue, 31 May 2011 12:52:34 GMT

I like both because hand embroidery and applique are very relaxing and good to do while watching tv with family and the safest to do while watching the Denver Broncos, win or lose. I always tell people that using my sewing machine while watching football is as unsafe for me as drinking and driving is for others!

re: How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

Donna Ahonen — Tue, 31 May 2011 12:49:06 GMT

I like both hand and machine. I have way too many projects in both! Hand projects like embroidery or applique come in handy when you are watching tv with family and are the safest thing to do while watching the Denver Broncos, win or lose! I always tell people that hand work is the only safe alternative when watching your favorite team, it is otherwise like drinking and driving!

re: How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

mikesantiques — Fri, 27 May 2011 02:43:12 GMT

I actually like to combine the two different stitching techniques. Any detailed areas or ones I want to stand out I use hand stitches.

re: How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

geraldinel54 — Wed, 25 May 2011 08:55:48 GMT

I agree. I prefer machine stitching, faster,most of the time for larger projects.

But, I like to handstitch, especially when I'm hit with inspiration.

I like those little unexpected "surprises"

re: How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

Lindy101 — Tue, 24 May 2011 13:19:35 GMT

My machine and I are 'one' at this stage of my life, as thread painting is predominate in my current work. BUT, for peacefulness, 'down time' that I don't want to 'waste', nothing says loving like hand work!

re: How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

bflint — Tue, 24 May 2011 11:31:55 GMT

I prefer machine stitching but like to have hand stitching projects for riding in the car or watching TV.

re: How to Combine Hand and Machine Stitching

CorneliaWright — Tue, 24 May 2011 09:55:09 GMT

I prefer Hand Stitching for quilting. I have tried machine and feel that it is not "Quilting" bur "Sewing" even though the results are similar. I live in a grayless world of black and white and was taught to quilt by hand. So by definition, that is it for me.