applipops
#1
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applipops
Has anyone ever used applipops for making appliqué circles? I did search "applipops" on this forum and didn't come up with anything. I am wondering if they make the perfect circles in real life, or are they more difficult to use than shown in the video. They are a little on the expensive side, so I wanted your expert opinions before taking the plunge. Thank you!
#3
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Location: Florida
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I have wondered if washers from the hardware store would do the same thing? One of these days I'm going digging in my husband's workshop to borrow a few. Though they will be thicker than the applipops. I think.
#5
I saw them "dance" on Facebook. Really cool idea and if I had an applique project that required loads of circles I might consider them, but I too thought them a bit pricey for something that I may not use often.
#6
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Join Date: Jan 2011
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I use Perfect Circles by Karen Buckley. Heat resistant plastic, 60 in pkg, 15 different sizes, 4 of each size, $12.95. I love them. She also makes Bigger Perfect Circles, Perfect Ovals and Perfect Leaves. Free tutorials on her website.
#7
My first thought, like for so many others, was washers from the hardware store might do the same thing for far less $$. I love the concept. I also wonder how larger of a circle they have? For now stay with my templates.
#8
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Location: Southern USA
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I use the Appliquik method for circles even the tiny ones. My circles come out perfect every time. I tried with other tools but had sloppy circles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nL5yKc82DzY''
I doubt you can find washers that fit inside another washer, the holes are made for screw/bolt sizes. .
I doubt you can find washers that fit inside another washer, the holes are made for screw/bolt sizes. .
Last edited by Onebyone; 08-28-2020 at 08:31 AM.