help with applique
#1
I need some help. I am making a quilt blocks that is raw edged applique. Can it be washed if I do a blanket stitch around all the edges? Can I do a running stitch around all the edges? Can I use one color of thread to do all the stitching, I don't want to buy all different colors of thread. Help Please!
#2
I usually pick one color for all of the applique work, and go for it :D
I don't have problems with the edges if they have been sewn, the fraying if any is very minimal. The adhesive helps to keep the fraying from being an issue.
A running stitch may allow more fraying to happen than a blanket stitch. :D:D:D
I don't have problems with the edges if they have been sewn, the fraying if any is very minimal. The adhesive helps to keep the fraying from being an issue.
A running stitch may allow more fraying to happen than a blanket stitch. :D:D:D
#5
Originally Posted by amma
I usually pick one color for all of the applique work, and go for it :D
I don't have problems with the edges if they have been sewn, the fraying if any is very minimal. The adhesive helps to keep the fraying from being an issue.
A running stitch may allow more fraying to happen than a blanket stitch. :D:D:D
I don't have problems with the edges if they have been sewn, the fraying if any is very minimal. The adhesive helps to keep the fraying from being an issue.
A running stitch may allow more fraying to happen than a blanket stitch. :D:D:D
Thanks for your hep.
***Pam***
#6
Originally Posted by donnajean
I use Steam A Seam 2 fusible & YLI Wonder invisible thread for stitching around edges.
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#7
I just looked on Joann's website & don't see the Wonder Invisible.
this is where I last purchased from & it looks like they still have best price
http://www.redrockthreads.com/misc-t...ble-thread.asp
I have never heard of the YLI wonder invisible thread, do you know if I can get it at Joannes? Thanks for your help.
***Pam***
this is where I last purchased from & it looks like they still have best price
http://www.redrockthreads.com/misc-t...ble-thread.asp
Originally Posted by Minnisewta
Originally Posted by donnajean
I use Steam A Seam 2 fusible & YLI Wonder invisible thread for stitching around edges.
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#8
Originally Posted by Minnisewta
Originally Posted by amma
I usually pick one color for all of the applique work, and go for it :D
I don't have problems with the edges if they have been sewn, the fraying if any is very minimal. The adhesive helps to keep the fraying from being an issue.
A running stitch may allow more fraying to happen than a blanket stitch. :D:D:D
I don't have problems with the edges if they have been sewn, the fraying if any is very minimal. The adhesive helps to keep the fraying from being an issue.
A running stitch may allow more fraying to happen than a blanket stitch. :D:D:D
Thanks for your hep.
***Pam***
There are basically four different methods for finishing the edges of fusible applique.
You can use invisible thread or matching thread and a straight stitch just inside the edge of the applique. You can use invisble thread or matching thread and do a tiny zig zag. You can use matching thread and do a satin stitch or blanket stitch. You can use a single color of thread on the whole project and do the blanket stitch.
I wouldn't use invisible thread on baby quilts or bed quilts in general. If you have an end they're pokey and it comes undone too easy.
#9
Originally Posted by donnajean
I just looked on Joann's website & don't see the Wonder Invisible.
this is where I last purchased from & it looks like they still have best price
http://www.redrockthreads.com/misc-t...ble-thread.asp
I have never heard of the YLI wonder invisible thread, do you know if I can get it at Joannes? Thanks for your help.
***Pam***
this is where I last purchased from & it looks like they still have best price
http://www.redrockthreads.com/misc-t...ble-thread.asp
Originally Posted by Minnisewta
Originally Posted by donnajean
I use Steam A Seam 2 fusible & YLI Wonder invisible thread for stitching around
Thanks so much, I think I already have some of that!
edges.
Thanks so much, I think I already have some of that!
edges.
***Pam***
#10
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I have used the blanket stitch, the zigzag (assorted width) and I have done a topstitch close to the edge for a true raw edge look. It all depends on the effect you want to have. As for color, I like to work with variegated threads on appliques.
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