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Comment by Kath Danswan on October 29, 2009 at 4:09am

As a FME I am very please to join in with this group. I work a lot in layers and unless framing up would advise cutting your top layer slightly bigger than the rest if shrinking. Also always start machining from the centre of your work if you are just sewing fabrics together intially.I have a Bernina 1000 which I use all the time for free stitching.

Comment by Johoanna Boykin on October 19, 2009 at 6:45pm

Hi all, I haven't done a lot of fme, but do plan to do more. I do lots of textile stuff so fme will be another "weapon" in my arsenal. Blessings, Johoanna

Comment by Judith McCarthy on April 13, 2009 at 5:52pm

Yes Evie-happens to me too. Noticed when doing latest fabric postcards. Thought it was just nature of FME.I don't use a hoop. I "fix" interfacing underneath-stiff one, then thin batting.My FME projects relatively small-postcards, small wall hangings.I love my B to death!!Give it a hug every day(this is amazing as I used to be "sewing phobic"!!!

Comment by Evie Zaccardelli on April 13, 2009 at 5:24pm

Oops, sorry I didn't mean in fme, i just meant when stitching normally.

Comment by arlee barr on April 13, 2009 at 4:07pm

What are you using underneath? I've never had this happen with fme. Are you hooping?

Comment by Evie Zaccardelli on April 13, 2009 at 9:04am

Judith, when sewing thick fabrics, I find that the top layer ends up longer than what is underneath. I tried reducing the pressure but it does still happen although a bit less. Have you had this happen??

Comment by Evie Zaccardelli on April 13, 2009 at 9:02am

After a lifetime with a marvellous Singer, I decided I needed a new sewing machine and the Bernina was recommended by the Embroiderers Guild. I'm so happy with it!

Comment by Judith McCarthy on April 12, 2009 at 5:44pm

Linda- congrats! Heard it's a good machine. Have been doing a bit of F.M.E. and love it. Bit hard on the back though if not careful. I got a Bernina 'cos our teacher (when beginning this technique) said it was the "toughest" machine for college students who use them in the day.Our class was on weekends. So many different things to do with this technique!

Comment by Linda Lynch on September 21, 2008 at 3:08am

I just purchased a Pfaff 2170 and got the Fabric Mover. Does anyone on this list have one? If so, any hints? Thanks, Linda