When I piece, I am all about efficiency. I chain piece everything. That means I don't break/cut the thread after each seam. I snug the next item to be stitched up against the needle and starting sewing. I like this style of piecing because it saves thread, saves time and eliminates problems with thread ends getting snagged an pulled into a ball on the back of the piece. I'm all about getting things done.
Others like to savor the success of each thing stitched. They cut their thread and begin again on the the next item. They enjoy the journey from beginning to end.
Which are you? Are you one to savor the journey or are you eager to get to the destination?
I like to chain piece whenever I can while I am sewing, partly to conserve thread, and partly to keep those nasty thread nests from happening at the beginning of a seam. But that does not mean that I am eager to get to the end. I really like to savor the journey as much as possible along the way when I can.
ReplyDeleteSo there are also some who take the best from both and save time and thread while enjoying the process of piecing each seam. Good to know.
ReplyDelete