Friday 7 October 2022

Canadian Quilters Association Webinar - Perfect Balanced Tension

Perfect Balanced Tension has been written with free motion quilting
What every quilter wants

Join me for a knowledge packed Webinar with the Canadian Quilters Association as I present                Perfect Balanced Tension.

Though not difficult, even the most talented quilters can occasionally struggle with the when, why and how of adjusting their machines tension to achieve the desired results.

Let’s eliminate the stress of poor tension so we can just have fun!

This presentation will explore:

  • What to look for in balanced tension.
  • Preparing for success, setting up your machine.
  • Choosing your thread (construction).
  • Choosing your thread (quilting).
  • The importance of choosing the correct needle.
  • How and when to adjust the top tension when piecing, quilting with the walking foot or free motion quilting. (Yes, you can touch that dial.)
  • How and when to adjust the bobbin tension.
  • Common issues when free motion quilting and how to correct them.
Registration is open to all. Get your tickets here.

A sampler of nine different FMQ designs showing perfect tension
A variety of Free Motion Quilting Designs with perfect Balanced Tension

Update

Thank you to all who attended this Webinar.

Your class notes are now posted. 
They are located under the Class Notes Tab at the top of this page.

I have included some links to additional sites that you might find interesting and informative.

Enjoy!
Julie 




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