kindleaddict63

No problem Alice, I learnt a lot from this article myself a few months back when I first found it, so if it helps or reassures someone else then that's exactly what the author must have wanted us to do with it!

DOTTYMO

I have made quilts doing all the above .

but as this picture shows I'm doing applique in a different way . Applique all pieces onto backing, then we zigzag with invisible thread all around all the edges. Then we embroider either through one layer as zig zag or sandwich and do a embroidery quilting stitches.

Geri B

Interesting info, but she mentions futurama.........what is that?

coopah

I was fortunate enough to take a class from a nationally known instructor who loves appliqué. We learned that Heat n Bond lite was the best adhesive and I agree. It's available at most quilt shops and WalMart (on the bolt and in a prerolled package), but didn't find it at Joann's. Stitch down the edges if you're going to wash the item in the washer. Also, batiks do not ravel as much as 'regular' quilting cotton. Good luck with the kits you've already purchased. Edyta Sitar has beautiful quilt patterns.

celwood

You can use a blanket stitch with invisible thread on the top. Test out the stitch first to make sure you get the right width and length. This will hold up

kindleaddict63

I believe it is a reference to an adult animated science fiction sitcom on TV.

IBQUILTIN

A satin stitch is not always what you want when doing raw edge applique. You can use a lot of different decorative stitches after your piece is fused. I have several that are 10 years old or older and they still hold up just fine.

sewgranny1

Appliqué--your quilt is gorgeous!! Thank you for sharing!

julybaby8

Beautiful quilt.

TheBoredZombie

Hi There! Thanks for stopping by my blog post about raw edge applique! It makes me happy that you all find it useful (and it was fun to do!)