First time Applique
#11
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The problem with a satin stitch is you have to be good at it especially around corners. If it is not perfect it shows up like a sore thumb. I would try get the buttonhole stitch proportionally with your dragonflies. You are probably not going to wash this quilt as often as lap or bed size quilts.
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I am with CK Cowl on this, I don't like the satin stitch around applique as much as I like a nice blanket stitch (blanket stitch and button hole stitch are the same thing, just two different terms) or a tiny zig zag. You may not get fraying without it if you never have to wash the piece. I just prefer to err on the side of caution.
If you think fusible is a lot of work, wait until you try a turned applique (either prepared or needle turn). But I so love turned applique.
If you think fusible is a lot of work, wait until you try a turned applique (either prepared or needle turn). But I so love turned applique.
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OK, so I did a blanket stitch and I don't like it ... I don't know if it's because there's not enough black material and the stitches are showing or what. I've set it to the smallest stitch width possible and it is still showing on both fabrics.
Is this normal?
Also, I used FMQ to quilt on the colours of the wings and it looks horrible. Just a straight stitch around the edges of the colors ...
I might just put it aside for a rainy day ... or the fall
Is this normal?
Also, I used FMQ to quilt on the colours of the wings and it looks horrible. Just a straight stitch around the edges of the colors ...
I might just put it aside for a rainy day ... or the fall
#16
When doing applique, match the color of thread to the applique, not the background. Unless you want the stitches to stand out more than the applique. Silk thread hides itself the most, if you are hand stitching.
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Please look up the Eleanor Burns method of appliqué. She puts her fabric face down on muslin (or on same fabric face to face) and sews around the piece, then slits it up the back and turns it right side out. Maybe it is a little more work initially, but her method makes sewing appliqué down a much more peaceful and calming experience.
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Well it's already ironed on and cut out, so I don't really have any "different options" other than sewing ... I'll bring it to my quilting guild some time this summer and see if any one has any ideas!
It is sometimes much easier when you can actually see it!
Thanks all!
It is sometimes much easier when you can actually see it!
Thanks all!
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