Wow! You are brave. I love the look of it, but it seems as if it would take forever.

I can't help you on tips, as I've never hand quilted. I look forward to seeing the result.

bkay

Historically the tiny stitches held the 'loose' cotton batting together. Otherwise it would bunch-up over time. What are you using for batting? Check the package and see what spacing is recommended.

I started quilting before machine quilting was a thing and I love it. It does take a long time, but it is very meditative to me. And (depending on the size of the quilt) is a portable craft so good for road trips and such. Things that helped me in more traditional hand stitching was, using a hoop (aI rarely do anymore, but needed it when I was starting), beeswax on the thread to prevent tangles, and finding a needle and thimble that were comfy...well, comfy as possible...it's an awkward thing before you get used to it.

I've tried big-stitching a bit, but probably need to follow your lead and watch more videos on it. I've had some challenges in finding the right thread/needle/stitch combo. That said, I love the look of it, and it's more forgiving than the traditional hand-stitch methods, so I'll be staying with it (and watching more videos.) Hope that's helpful. Good luck and have fun.

Looks like you did a great job! Congrats on the finish.

bkay

Your quilting looks beautiful, and the quilt is great Such fun colors snd prints. you have much more patience than I do

Beautiful, Janine! Thank you for coming back and showing us the finished quilt. It's really lovely.

Donna