YAAAS!!! I have wondered for years if you could do this on a machine--not a sewing person until now. This is wonderful! Ooo the ideas are cooking now. Thank you for this friendly and easy to understand, informative video!!
Julia so sorry for the late comment I have been away with my two little granddaughters staying on a farm on an island near to us in Wales. We had a go making your little lavender bags and they loved them - thank you. Just catching up with your post and it is just what I needed. I am really trying hard with my machine embroidery but it is hard. I do think that as I get older I just hate making mistakes and beat myself up if I don't get it right first time - I should watch my granddaughters and learn from them as they just enjoy creating and don't worry about mistakes. As always Julia a fabulous tutorial thank you so much. Keep warm and toasty, sending you hugs and loves from UK. Dorothy xxxxxx🙋🏻😘❤️
Hi Dorothy, What fun spending time with your granddaughters. So glad they enjoyed the lavender bags! I can hardly wait for grand babies!! Have a great week! Julia
Want to machine appliqué these letters to this comforter, but al so want to attach state park badges to each letter. Should I attach badges to letters first or attach letters to comforter , then sew badges and letters at same time? Going to attempt FM stitching, also using heat n bond lite on letters.
You do the Herky Jerky and you quilt all around and that's what it's all about!!( Hokey Pokey song,Julia, I couldn't help it) Very cute stitches, and thanks for the great tutorial! :)
Thanks for this video Julia. It looks like a good way to begin with free motion stitching. I've tried it a time or 2 but didn't have success with it. I'll try your method soon.
How do I know what machine to purchase that will do free motion stitching ? I've looked at many and can't find (a reasonably priced one) that says it does free motion stitching or that the feed dogs can drop while sewing !? Any ideas ? Thank you. Tami
You can use your current machine for free motion stitching. Cover the feed dogs with a 3 x 5 card or business card. That prevents the bottom teeth from "grabbing." Add a free motion or darning foot. Voila! You now have a free motion machine. Happy Sewing!
Practice, practice, practice! So maybe some quilt squares, or on a base piece that I will use later for making fabric. I did not understand how you use these in your work. Can you refer me an item in your shop, or another video that would help me understand? I soooo disliked doing any appliqué work, that I have avoided it, but your way is so much like how I work with mixed media, especially in my journal. Just feels right to practice and get a good feel for doing/using this skill. Any concerns working on mixed media or watercolor paper? Have you ever sewn over acrylic paint on paper or fabric? Any needle change, or speed change needed? Just thinking about how I would add this in my other work...and when it would be best to incorporate it in a mixed media piece. I do have an older basic sewing machine from my husband’s grandmother that could be my paper sewing machine, if that is a good idea. I would think close stitching, or fancy (close)decorative stitches would be an issue with sections of paper tearing away.? Your thoughts on this please.... peace to you.
Hi Monica, Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. You have really good questions! I don't have a project at the moment that I've used these patches, however in the past I have decorated potholders, pockets, etc. Most of these, I did just for practice and learning the movement while free-motion stitching. I love adding fabric to my mixed media projects. I have stitched over lots of different media including acrylic. No that paper will dull your needle so I usually change to a new needle when I go back to fabric. My sewing machine dealer may cringe but I use my good sewing machine for sewing paper-shhh don't tell. I have never had any issues. The needle will perforate the paper so lengthening the stitch is a good idea. I do zigzag a lot on paper also. Experiment with it. Have fun! Julia
Hi Julia! I just tried first time today after watching about 40 of your videos, lol. I've heard you say to change your stitch length to zero but do you also take the tension to zero too? My thread wasn't right until I took the tension off but I was just wondering if that is right or if I should be doing something different? Thank you so much. I love your style and would like to get some practice in! Brenda 😊
Hi Brenda, I don't have to change my tension but sewing machines can vary. Keep practicing and trying different threads and fabrics. It is so fun once you "get" it! Thanks for watching, Julia
I totally love your videos! You are such a LOVEBUG to share so much love!!! Thank you for all your super great videos!!!! Sending you a million blessings!!!
Thanks so much, great video! I can't wait to begin practicing this. Do you use anything like a Supreme slider to help free motion? Is a non stick surface under the fabric truly needed to free motion in your opinion? Thanks so much!
I really need to buy the inktense blocks. I have a set of 12 pencils and I love how vivid the inktense are. Quite expensive but worth it. TFS! Have you ever used the Tim Holtz Distress crayons. Kinda like gelatos.
Julia, you are one of my UA-cam favorites. I want to learn how to free motion applique, but I have one question for you. Do you use a special kind of thread? I read somewhere to use 30wt, but it seems that most machine embroidery thread is 40wt. Do you mind sharing what weight and brand of thread you use in your projects? One more question: Are you ever going to write a book?
Hi Carol, I do not use special thread when I free-motion on my home machine. I usually use Coats and Clark's all-purpose. I've even used serger thread. i just took a class using a long-arm machine and they recommended using the lighter weight, especially in the bobbin for that machine. Hope this helps. No plans for a book:) My daughter wants me to do a e-book. Julia
I will try this loopy stitch soon which I know will be most helpful. My question is on speed. How fast should I be going as a beginner. Excellent Julia.....now I must practice.
Getting the movement down is the hardest part. I go quite slow when I do the tiny details especially letters. I go quite fast when I'm filling in an area or meandering. It's really fun...and addicting:)
stitchesbyjulia thanks Julia. I have noticed that free motion does require much practice and I can see I am improving. I am doing better controlling the pedal and movie the fabric. Thanks for your encouragement.
Hi, I am using my Janome 8200 Memory Craft in this video. I do have a couple of machines that I use for different things. All my machines do the free motion stitching. Thanks for watching! Julia
YAAAS!!! I have wondered for years if you could do this on a machine--not a sewing person until now. This is wonderful! Ooo the ideas are cooking now. Thank you for this friendly and easy to understand, informative video!!
Because of your wonderful instructions I have tried free motion sewing and love it. Still need practice. First timer. Thank you so much.
I'm so glad you gave it a try! It does take practice getting the motion right- have fun! Julia
Most helpful , I’ve never attempted this , but you’ve made it seem simple xx
Hi Carol, I am so glad you are enjoying my videos. Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. Happy sewing, Julia
Another great video. My free motion is getting better with practice. I love the look and it has added a lot of fun accents to my work.
Hi Karen, So glad you are enjoying free motion. It really adds another dimension to any sewing project!
Julia so sorry for the late comment I have been away with my two little granddaughters staying on a farm on an island near to us in Wales. We had a go making your little lavender bags and they loved them - thank you. Just catching up with your post and it is just what I needed. I am really trying hard with my machine embroidery but it is hard. I do think that as I get older I just hate making mistakes and beat myself up if I don't get it right first time - I should watch my granddaughters and learn from them as they just enjoy creating and don't worry about mistakes.
As always Julia a fabulous tutorial thank you so much. Keep warm and toasty, sending you hugs and loves from UK.
Dorothy xxxxxx🙋🏻😘❤️
Hi Dorothy, What fun spending time with your granddaughters. So glad they enjoyed the lavender bags! I can hardly wait for grand babies!! Have a great week! Julia
Excellent tut Julia! Easy for newbies. Free motion just needs a bit of practice to get the rhythm going. Love your videos.
Omg this is literally exactly what I just asked you for help with in another video. UA-cam then popped this video at the top of my feed! Scary.
Isn't that scary! Somethings I think it can read my mind. Not sure I like modern technology! Thanks for watching, Julia
I find that quilter's gloves or those rubber finger tips help to move the fabric under the needle.
Hi Phyllis, I am going to have to try those. I think I would like them! Have a great week. Julia
Want to machine appliqué these letters to this comforter, but al
so want to attach state park badges to each letter. Should I attach badges to letters first or attach letters to comforter , then sew badges and letters at same time? Going to attempt FM stitching, also using heat n bond lite on letters.
Hi, I think I’d attach the badge to the letter first, then attach the letters to the comforter. Good luck!
Can you refer me to the place you got your stencils. I have looked without luck. I love the larger sizes you used in this video.
Hi, I am using old stencils that I purchased back in my scrapbook days. Possible check the scrapbook section in craft stores. Julia
You do the Herky Jerky and you quilt all around and that's what it's all about!!( Hokey Pokey song,Julia, I couldn't help it) Very cute stitches, and thanks for the great tutorial! :)
Very cute. I'm an artist with an animation background and I love the bright cartoon colors outlined with a black scribble line. Love it. Ty
What type of cloth to place canvas is ok?
Looks pretty easy going for us beginners. Thanks for sharing!!!
Can you use something other than batting? Or does it have to be batting?
Hi, Yes, I've done in on denim, felt and a heavy black-out drapery lining.
Where do you buy the quilting fleece please?
Hi, I like using “Warm and Natural” quilt batting. Any fabric store carries it. You can also get it at Walmart. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for this video Julia. It looks like a good way to begin with free motion stitching. I've tried it a time or 2 but didn't have success with it. I'll try your method soon.
Hi Julia
I do love your work and your style x you are a very inspiring lady x thank you
Thank you for your kind words- thanks for watching!
How do I know what machine to purchase that will do free motion stitching ? I've looked at many and can't find (a reasonably priced one) that says it does free motion stitching or that the feed dogs can drop while sewing !? Any ideas ? Thank you. Tami
You can use your current machine for free motion stitching. Cover the feed dogs with a 3 x 5 card or business card. That prevents the bottom teeth from "grabbing." Add a free motion or darning foot. Voila! You now have a free motion machine. Happy Sewing!
Practice, practice, practice! So maybe some quilt squares, or on a base piece that I will use later for making fabric. I did not understand how you use these in your work. Can you refer me an item in your shop, or another video that would help me understand? I soooo disliked doing any appliqué work, that I have avoided it, but your way is so much like how I work with mixed media, especially in my journal. Just feels right to practice and get a good feel for doing/using this skill. Any concerns working on mixed media or watercolor paper? Have you ever sewn over acrylic paint on paper or fabric? Any needle change, or speed change needed? Just thinking about how I would add this in my other work...and when it would be best to incorporate it in a mixed media piece. I do have an older basic sewing machine from my husband’s grandmother that could be my paper sewing machine, if that is a good idea. I would think close stitching, or fancy (close)decorative stitches would be an issue with sections of paper tearing away.? Your thoughts on this please.... peace to you.
Hi Monica, Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment. You have really good questions! I don't have a project at the moment that I've used these patches, however in the past I have decorated potholders, pockets, etc. Most of these, I did just for practice and learning the movement while free-motion stitching. I love adding fabric to my mixed media projects. I have stitched over lots of different media including acrylic. No that paper will dull your needle so I usually change to a new needle when I go back to fabric. My sewing machine dealer may cringe but I use my good sewing machine for sewing paper-shhh don't tell. I have never had any issues. The needle will perforate the paper so lengthening the stitch is a good idea. I do zigzag a lot on paper also. Experiment with it. Have fun! Julia
Can free quilling be done with zig zag stiches
Yes! A subscriber recommended this to me and it's so much fun. It adds lots of texture and is fast. Give it a try!
Thank you very much ❤️
Hi Julia! I just tried first time today after watching about 40 of your videos, lol. I've heard you say to change your stitch length to zero but do you also take the tension to zero too? My thread wasn't right until I took the tension off but I was just wondering if that is right or if I should be doing something different?
Thank you so much. I love your style and would like to get some practice in!
Brenda 😊
Hi Brenda, I don't have to change my tension but sewing machines can vary. Keep practicing and trying different threads and fabrics. It is so fun once you "get" it! Thanks for watching, Julia
I totally love your videos! You are such a LOVEBUG to share so much love!!! Thank you for all your super great videos!!!! Sending you a million blessings!!!
Great video!
Do you pre wash your fabric ?
It depends on the project. I usually don't wash my fabrics on most craft or quilting projects. I always prewash anything from the thrift shops.
Thanks so much, great video! I can't wait to begin practicing this. Do you use anything like a Supreme slider to help free motion? Is a non stick surface under the fabric truly needed to free motion in your opinion? Thanks so much!
Hi Deborah, I do not use the Supreme Slider. My sewing machine's surface is fairly slippery. I hope you give it a try- it's addicting!
Love your show. One question, where do I purchase the “solvee paper” ( did I get that right?)
Hi Marissa, Here is an Amazon link. Also most fabric stores carry it.
amzn.to/2QQA1OW
I really need to buy the inktense blocks. I have a set of 12 pencils and I love how vivid the inktense are. Quite expensive but worth it. TFS! Have you ever used the Tim Holtz Distress crayons. Kinda like gelatos.
Hi, I have not tried the Distress crayons but I heard they are really creamy. I do have the gelatos. The Inktense are pricey but so fun!
Julia, you are one of my UA-cam favorites. I want to learn how to free motion applique, but I have one question for you. Do you use a special kind of thread? I read somewhere to use 30wt, but it seems that most machine embroidery thread is 40wt. Do you mind sharing what weight and brand of thread you use in your projects? One more question: Are you ever going to write a book?
Hi Carol, I do not use special thread when I free-motion on my home machine. I usually use Coats and Clark's all-purpose. I've even used serger thread. i just took a class using a long-arm machine and they recommended using the lighter weight, especially in the bobbin for that machine. Hope this helps. No plans for a book:) My daughter wants me to do a e-book. Julia
Tnks for all yr tutorials.
I will try this loopy stitch soon which I know will be most helpful. My question is on speed. How fast should I be going as a beginner. Excellent Julia.....now I must practice.
Getting the movement down is the hardest part. I go quite slow when I do the tiny details especially letters. I go quite fast when I'm filling in an area or meandering. It's really fun...and addicting:)
stitchesbyjulia thanks Julia. I have noticed that free motion does require much practice and I can see I am improving. I am doing better controlling the pedal and movie the fabric. Thanks for your encouragement.
Hola Julia
What kind of machine do you have?
Hi, I am using my Janome 8200 Memory Craft in this video. I do have a couple of machines that I use for different things. All my machines do the free motion stitching. Thanks for watching! Julia
Awesome Ms. Julia!
Thank you so much 😊 again Julia, I really enjoyed it again
Makinenin markasi nesir?
Hi, I am using the Janome 8200. Thanks for watching, Julia
Putting this video in normal speed would have been very helpful
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Si può avere in italiano?
Very Cute..
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