Appliqueing, need help

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01-13-2011, 06:45 PM

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jemma

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i dont think wax paper is what we use--non stick baking paper or an applique mat is what i use--if you sew on the machine use your needle down it keeps it steady as you turn corners

01-27-2011, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by irma tapia

Thanks for yout tips. One more question....can I use wax papter as a pressing cloth so the glue doesn't get on the iron?

Parchment paper.

01-27-2011, 04:44 PM

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nativetexan

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no not wax paper. teflon pressing sheet!!

01-28-2011, 03:59 PM

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irma tapia

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Thanks very much

02-16-2011, 07:01 PM

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gal288

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Originally Posted by scowlkat

Also when I cut my applique fusible, before I adhere it to the fabric, I trim the center out leaving a 1/4 to 1/2 inch of the fusible so the center will remain soft, especially heat n bond. I prefer Steam A Seam lite or 2 because of the weight.

I do the same thing, and use a applique pressing sheet. I assemble as many pieces as I can as a unit, then place the unit onto the block.

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03-26-2011, 01:48 PM

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elffen1

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so right! HB Lite keeps the "goo" down to a minimum. I also found a handy little bottle of heaven at my quilt store - it's called "all purpose sewers aid"... a teeny little bottle, 1/2 ounce. Just a drop now and again on your needle helps with the stickiness.