Sometimes it's fun to learn but sometimes it hurts.
I finally decided to start really
using my "new to me" sewing machine.
Yes, I did read the manual and visited YouTube
to get some good advice on where to start
and some hints on making free motion quilting easier.
I started doing some straight line quilting and gradually
upped the speed for the sewing.
A really productive morning happened.
Two small quilts were stitched up.
Later that afternoon stitching began on a slightly larger quilt.
A little bit of distraction got in the way
and I ran over my finger with the needle.
Yes, it hurt and yes, I did the instinctive thing
and pulled my hand away.
You won't have to see the painful result but here is the needle!
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but the poke cleaned itself out effectively.
Now I only have a little bruise and no permanent damage.
It is a good reminder to not let your mind drift
while stitching .
Here's a quilt I was working on.
This week, I managed to pin base three lap quilts.
The top one here,
Stitching went fairly fast but safely.
Three are binding ready!
Look at this great line up of
quilts on the move!
I am enjoying the new machine.
It has a feature like my featherweight.
Unusual, I know but the bobbin area
underneath a singer featherweight is open.
It is easy to keep the area clean with a small brush
or a nice blast of pressurized air.
My new and much more modern
machine also has a bobbin free to the outside world.
A blast of pressurized air chases out all the thread
cutoffs lint and dust bunnies. It is oddly rewarding too!
This product is available at my local bargain store.
I stock up with three of four cans and label them,
1/4, 2/4 etc. When I get to 4/4, I swing by and restock.
The week is getting pretty busy, with some family time,
snow, home chores, and some medical assistance,
so it may be a lean week for finished quilts.
Happy stitching this week and keep focused
so you don't run over your fingers.
Stay safe and sew on!
Linking up with:
I have sewn through a finger twice with a domestic machine and once with a longarm. I thought the needle came out on the long arm, but a small bit was still in my finger as an x-ray showed. Check if it feels odd!
ReplyDeleteI retrieved all the pieces of the needle. That is a worry tho, when it breaks in your finger!!This is at least my second sew thru incident. The first hit right on the nail bed and it still grows a bit funny there.
DeleteOooh, ouch! I'm glad the injury was not too damaging. I had a friend that required surgery when that happened to her. :( Thank you for joining my Sew & Tell party.
ReplyDeleteI think it is a rite of passage for machine sewers. My new machine has asserted dominance and now we have a good understand! Sew on!
DeleteAll I can say is OUCH!
ReplyDeleteI find it oddly rewarding to get all the dust out as well!
Not sure why , but it is one of those fun little things. Cleaning out the dust.
DeleteI've put my finger through as well; it took a couple of months to get over it. I was wondering where you favourite local bargain store is? I found it online for $5 but then it was $20 to deliver!
ReplyDeleteIt is a Dollarama here in Beaumont. It is really up to the buyer at the particular stores , I found.
DeleteSorry to hear about your injury but happy you got your quilts quilted. I used to paint my nails a bright color when I free motioned on my domestic...easier for me to notice my fingers/hands! :)
ReplyDeleteOh gosh I'm so sorry about your finger! That must have hurt so much. Meanwhile you did make great progress this week and you are learning about your new machine every day! Thanks for sharing on my weekly show and tell, Wednesday Wait Loss.
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Thank you ! I did get a lot completed! Now on to new adventures, all those Irish chains are waiting!
DeleteOh goodness, Deb! Sorry to hear about your finger. Sewing can be a dangerous sport!
ReplyDeleteMy son said he heard of someone breaking and needle and getting it stuck in their forehead. He things maybe I should wear safety glasses!!! Happy stitching!
DeleteHi Deb, that must have really hurt! You're lucky that it wasn't worse. It may not be a bandsaw but a sewing machine can cause damage. Good luck with the learning curve and your focus. Thanks for linking up to Free Motion Mavericks.
ReplyDeleteThank you, it is healing well. More sewing and with caution!
DeleteQuilts on the move - I like that! So sorry about your accident with the needle, ouch indeed.
ReplyDeleteThe quilts are moving. Most are out for donation and the last two will be out this coming week!
DeleteOuch, sorry for your finger. Your new machine looks very pretty, and you did great with the stack of quilts! Have fun - and be safe! Thank you for sharing and linking up.
ReplyDeleteAlmost all healed up and ready to go! Sew , sew, sew!
DeleteGood advice - but OUCH!!!! That gave me the tingles!
ReplyDeleteGreat finishes - stay out of the way of needles this week!
Bless your heart, Deb! So sorry about your finger, but glad it was a clean wound. You did great on your stack of quilts. I have a Bernina 830 that I've had since 2009. I no longer use it, but still love it and if my Solaris goes to the shop, the 830 comes out. They are really powerful machines, so needless to say, be careful! Thanks for sharing with us at Monday Musings!
ReplyDeleteOUCH! is right. I hesitate to say I have never, since it might jinx me. Take care! Glad you like your new machine.
ReplyDeleteSo right , may your fingers never collide with your needl!
DeleteOh my goodness Deb. I do hope your finger is healing quickly. How fun is it to see those pretty piles of quilts moving from Still Needs Work To Binding Please to Finished! Good luck with your new machine. One of my friends here has the same model and now lives it as much as her Featherweight. Thank you for linking with To Do Tuesday and sharing your week with us. Hope you had another good week this week in spite of the real world commitments. 😁
ReplyDeleteI do hope I come to love it. It will take a lots to out do my featherweight. I am loving the fast stitching tho!!! Have a great week!
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