C&C new thread just for paper piecing.
#12
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Cheaper to invest in freezer paper. I learned a PP technique where there is no ripping involved.
http://www.twiddletails.com/store/in...age=page&id=21
I trace the pattern onto the slick side of the sheet of freezer paper then cut out another piece and lay it underneath and gently press the two together. Next I unthread my machine and stitch down every seam line. This makes it easier to fold over. This technique taught by Judy Mathieson in a video I watched for free on "The Quilt Show" back on international quilting weekend. I am able to use the same piece for usually 5-6 repeats before the paper stops sticking. I would never consider going back to the old way!
Thanks for the info though!
http://www.twiddletails.com/store/in...age=page&id=21
I trace the pattern onto the slick side of the sheet of freezer paper then cut out another piece and lay it underneath and gently press the two together. Next I unthread my machine and stitch down every seam line. This makes it easier to fold over. This technique taught by Judy Mathieson in a video I watched for free on "The Quilt Show" back on international quilting weekend. I am able to use the same piece for usually 5-6 repeats before the paper stops sticking. I would never consider going back to the old way!
Thanks for the info though!
#13
To avoid problems with paper getting stuck in seams I tear away the paper around intersecting seams before I sew and no paper problem.
Piecing PP blocks is no different than regular piecing. Pin at locations that have to match and when PP I starch my fabric cause there can be lots of bias edges.
handle fabric gently.
give it try on a scrap sample and be happy with the results that you get.
peace
#14
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I use C & C for everything with no problems. My quilts from the 70s are fine, and they were all made using C & C. But I would try the new CT thread for paper piecing to see if it works better for paper piecing.
#16
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I too prefer the vellum and try to buy when on sale somewhere or with a coupon, but like to do strip piecing or crazy quilting type on old telephone book pages too....if I remember I might pick up a spool next time at JoAnn's, but others I just use a smaller stitch length and paper just pops out (most of the time). I don't do a lot of pp, but when I do I have to be in that mindset..........
#17
I haven't found lightweight vellum in a local store, all of it is for scrapbooking and too thick. I bought a ream of lightweight vellum online from a paper supplier. Some of the paper was damaged in shipping so I was sent another ream free of charge. I have enough vellum to last me a lifetime.
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