How do I layer the fabric and batting?
10-26-2011, 08:09 AM
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Ok, I'm not sure how to explain this so here it goes. I'm trying to make a potholder but I dont want to put a binding around it. So I thought somewhere I saw how to layer fabric and batting so that you could cut a slice in the fabric and turn it and the cut would be hidden and the fabric would be on the front and back etc. I think it takes 3 pieces of fabic and then the batting but I dont know how to layer it or if the fabric is right side up or down etc. Can anyone help me or am I lost hope:) Thank you , Kayona
10-26-2011, 08:10 AM
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I would use 2-3 layers of batting if it’s going to be for a pot holder. If you have InsulBrite, use that plus 2 layers of batting.
To make it with three pieces, first determine what size the front of the pot holder will be. If your front starts out as 8” square, then you’ll want to cut two other pieces 8” x 6”. Place the 8” x 6” fabrics on top of each other overlapping so that they become an 8” square. Fold one edge back to about half of the pot holder and leave the other piece not folded.
On your table, lay down the 2-3 layers of batting, then the front of your pot holder on top of that so you see the top of it. Then lay down the folded piece on top of that so that the right side of the folded piece faces the right side of your pot holder. Then put the other piece on top of the folded side so that you see the overhang and raw edges. Sew around all four corners and turn it right side out.
When you have it turned right side out, you will see the folded side on the back, but you won’t see any raw edges because they’re all inside.
Does that help?
Try it with some type of paper first to get the idea.
To make it with three pieces, first determine what size the front of the pot holder will be. If your front starts out as 8” square, then you’ll want to cut two other pieces 8” x 6”. Place the 8” x 6” fabrics on top of each other overlapping so that they become an 8” square. Fold one edge back to about half of the pot holder and leave the other piece not folded.
On your table, lay down the 2-3 layers of batting, then the front of your pot holder on top of that so you see the top of it. Then lay down the folded piece on top of that so that the right side of the folded piece faces the right side of your pot holder. Then put the other piece on top of the folded side so that you see the overhang and raw edges. Sew around all four corners and turn it right side out.
When you have it turned right side out, you will see the folded side on the back, but you won’t see any raw edges because they’re all inside.
Does that help?
Try it with some type of paper first to get the idea.
10-26-2011, 08:19 AM
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Let me see if I can help.
As for the slicing of the fabric, seems it would leave a nasty cut that would need to be sewn closed. But I'm definitely curious, so I'll be keeping an eye out on this question.
This is what I've done in the past to avoid binding.
I've layered the two fabrics right sides together than place them on top of the insulation (insulbrite, batting, etc...). Sew all threed edges if the three/four layers edges together, on the last edge leave an opening to turn it all. Turn the fabrics inside outside making sure the fabrics end up on the top and bottom of the insulation(s). Press the whole thing making sure the opening edges are turned under and inside the seam edge. You will need to sew the opening closed but it would be done then.
As for the slicing of the fabric, seems it would leave a nasty cut that would need to be sewn closed. But I'm definitely curious, so I'll be keeping an eye out on this question.
This is what I've done in the past to avoid binding.
I've layered the two fabrics right sides together than place them on top of the insulation (insulbrite, batting, etc...). Sew all threed edges if the three/four layers edges together, on the last edge leave an opening to turn it all. Turn the fabrics inside outside making sure the fabrics end up on the top and bottom of the insulation(s). Press the whole thing making sure the opening edges are turned under and inside the seam edge. You will need to sew the opening closed but it would be done then.
10-26-2011, 08:27 AM
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I 'see' it. Great idea. I'd use Insulbrite too, for pot holders.
Another tip: I tend to like my potholders a little longer in one dimension. Not square. I know, I know. Potholders are ALWAYS square. Well, if you've burned your fingers OR the palms of your hands near the wrist often enough... you too will realize that.. "Eureka"! if my potholders were a bit longer... it would cover the pan and my whole hand without me worrying about slippage!
Like 8" by 10" or so. Or 8" x 12" depending on the fabric's repeat.
Another tip: I tend to like my potholders a little longer in one dimension. Not square. I know, I know. Potholders are ALWAYS square. Well, if you've burned your fingers OR the palms of your hands near the wrist often enough... you too will realize that.. "Eureka"! if my potholders were a bit longer... it would cover the pan and my whole hand without me worrying about slippage!
Like 8" by 10" or so. Or 8" x 12" depending on the fabric's repeat.
10-26-2011, 06:05 PM
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I use round potholders.lol You could make the square ones by layering the fabric and batting and slitting the back or front and turning right side out and then sew an applique over the top of the hole, then it would also be quilted in the middle.
10-28-2011, 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Covered in Threads
Dear Quilter7x
That is fantastic. I did do it up in my mind and now I'm working on a piece of paper. Sweet! Love it, love it, love it! Now on to fabric. Thanks for sharing.
That is fantastic. I did do it up in my mind and now I'm working on a piece of paper. Sweet! Love it, love it, love it! Now on to fabric. Thanks for sharing.
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