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QUILTING
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HAND-LOOK QUILTING
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thread tension to get the accurate hand stitched look. Thread the
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Note: When sewing with the hand-look quilting stitch, the result depends on
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Tip! Practice free motion sewing on scraps of the fabric and
batting from your quilt. It is important to move your hands at
the same speed as the needle to prevent stitches that are too long
or too short. Maintaining a consistent speed while free-motion
sewing will also help keep stitches even.
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