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hand quilting frame/hoop
I am looking to buy a hand quilting frame / hoop. Does anybody have any
opinions as to whether a hoop or a Q snap quilting frame is better? Also what is the difference between a simple quilting frame and a tapestry frame? Thank you Sarah |
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hand quilting frame/hoop
I can only help with one thing, Sarah: a tapestry frame (in my
experience only) requires that the canvas be fixed to it in some way. A quilting frame clips over the quilt and can be moved around very much more easily. .. In message , Sarah Dixon writes I am looking to buy a hand quilting frame / hoop. Does anybody have any opinions as to whether a hoop or a Q snap quilting frame is better? Also what is the difference between a simple quilting frame and a tapestry frame? Thank you Sarah -- Best Regards pat on the hill |
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I use a rectangular Q-snap frame (11x17 inches). I find it an easier frame
to place my quilt in for hand quilting and it is a size that allows me to carry a project with me when I travel. This size gives me plenty of easily accessible work space -- the circular frame I was using was hard to reach into the inner areas of the circle. The edges are smooth plastic and the chances of damage to the fabric are reduced because of this. I have seen a large Q snap floor frame also and have considered purchasing one for use on larger quilts but really do like the portability of the smaller frame. Just my OHO. Elizabeth in Spring, Texas "Sarah Dixon" wrote in message ... I am looking to buy a hand quilting frame / hoop. Does anybody have any opinions as to whether a hoop or a Q snap quilting frame is better? Also what is the difference between a simple quilting frame and a tapestry frame? Thank you Sarah |
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I have both, and I prefer the circular quilting hoop. I used the Q-snap and
found it difficult to get it adjusted. I hand-quilt all of my larger quilts, and love my hoop. My suggestion would be to just try both. It depends on your comfort of use, among other things. I know, not much help, LOL Toni |
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hand quilting frame/hoop
Howdy!
My preference is a 12" round wooden hoop. Like these: http://www.ericas.com/quilting/tools/hoops.htm Altho' the first hoops shown here are flimsy & rather worthless for quilting a real quilt (more of an embroidery hoop), there's a variety of choices he http://www.siestaframes.com/info/wor...s-contents.htm Shows the differences and similarities in the frames. Ragmop/Sandy On 7/17/06 5:17 AM, in article , "Sarah Dixon" wrote: I am looking to buy a hand quilting frame / hoop. Does anybody have any opinions as to whether a hoop or a Q snap quilting frame is better? Also what is the difference between a simple quilting frame and a tapestry frame? Thank you Sarah |
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hand quilting frame/hoop
Sarah Dixon wrote:
I am looking to buy a hand quilting frame / hoop. Does anybody have any opinions as to whether a hoop or a Q snap quilting frame is better? Also what is the difference between a simple quilting frame and a tapestry frame? I have both the quilting hoop and a Q-snap. I prefer the hoop, though I do use the Q-snap on borders because it is easier to quilt close to the edge of the quilt. I think the tension on the fabric is more even with the hoop. I like to turn my work to change the direction of my stitching; that sometimes gets a bit awkward with the Q-snap. Julia in MN -- This message has been scanned for viruses by Norton Anti-Virus http://webpages.charter.net/jaccola/ |
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The only thing to do is test drive some different frames and see what works
for you! Maybe you could borrow from your friends. Roberta in D "Sarah Dixon" schrieb im Newsbeitrag ... I am looking to buy a hand quilting frame / hoop. Does anybody have any opinions as to whether a hoop or a Q snap quilting frame is better? Also what is the difference between a simple quilting frame and a tapestry frame? Thank you Sarah |
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