perfect circles
08-14-2011, 07:37 AM
#41
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After you make the circle, you can baste the shape before permanently attaching. It will keep the placement and shape without getting distorted. I use 1/2" and 1" applique pins - they are wonderful! I couldn't live without them.
08-14-2011, 07:38 AM
#42
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I make a template out of freezer paper. I then cut out the circle out of fabric with seam allowance. I then iron the freezer paper onto the wrong side. I then apply glue and press the seam allowance down, works great for me.
08-14-2011, 07:49 AM
#43
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I go one step further, by actually using a square pieces of fabric (right sides together), drawing my circle on the lighter piece, stitching the circle through both pieces of fabric and than carefully cut a slit in the side that is not going to show.
It is easier to sew a circle on a square and not have it come out mis-shapped than trying to sew around a circle piece of fabric.
I than cut a scant fourth of inch around the circle with pinking shears and than I do not have to clip around the circle.
Cherry in Texas
It is easier to sew a circle on a square and not have it come out mis-shapped than trying to sew around a circle piece of fabric.
I than cut a scant fourth of inch around the circle with pinking shears and than I do not have to clip around the circle.
Cherry in Texas
Originally Posted by bluteddi
not sure how u would addapt it but
1. I make perfect circles but cutting one circle in desired fabric and one circle to match either out of matching fabric of coordinating or muslin.
2. Place right sides together...
3. stitch around circle, yes ALL the way around
4. on wrong side, I cut a small slit ( careful not to cut the desired fabric
5. clip edges
6. birth circle thru slit
7. press right side of fabric
8. applique or whip stitch to desired area
Nice round edges....
I made an entire quilt using this method
1. I make perfect circles but cutting one circle in desired fabric and one circle to match either out of matching fabric of coordinating or muslin.
2. Place right sides together...
3. stitch around circle, yes ALL the way around
4. on wrong side, I cut a small slit ( careful not to cut the desired fabric
5. clip edges
6. birth circle thru slit
7. press right side of fabric
8. applique or whip stitch to desired area
Nice round edges....
I made an entire quilt using this method
08-14-2011, 08:00 AM
#44
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Originally Posted by bluteddi
not sure how u would addapt it but
1. I make perfect circles but cutting one circle in desired fabric and one circle to match either out of matching fabric of coordinating or muslin.
2. Place right sides together...
3. stitch around circle, yes ALL the way around
4. on wrong side, I cut a small slit ( careful not to cut the desired fabric
5. clip edges
6. birth circle thru slit
7. press right side of fabric
8. applique or whip stitch to desired area
Nice round edges....
I made an entire quilt using this method
1. I make perfect circles but cutting one circle in desired fabric and one circle to match either out of matching fabric of coordinating or muslin.
2. Place right sides together...
3. stitch around circle, yes ALL the way around
4. on wrong side, I cut a small slit ( careful not to cut the desired fabric
5. clip edges
6. birth circle thru slit
7. press right side of fabric
8. applique or whip stitch to desired area
Nice round edges....
I made an entire quilt using this method
08-14-2011, 08:06 AM
#45
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Here is a tutorial that may be helpful. This is how I do them.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ChE9UBWA8A
Iron the circle onto the fabric. Then blind stitch by hand or machine stitch around the edges.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ChE9UBWA8A
Iron the circle onto the fabric. Then blind stitch by hand or machine stitch around the edges.
08-14-2011, 11:38 AM
#49
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Originally Posted by cmrenno
Make a template the size of the finished circle (from cardboard.) Cut a fabric circle one inch larger. Sew a running stitch around the fabric circle. Place the template inside the fabric circle and draw up the thread. Knot it off. Lightly spray with starch. Press. Remove basting thread and cardboard and there you have a perfect circle. You may want to press again. When you get to where you do a lot of these I recomend heat proof template plastic from the quilt shop. You can use it over and over. Good luck with your project!
08-14-2011, 11:45 AM
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This might be expensive for one project but if you happen to have a Babylock or Brother machine, they have a "circular" attachment that sews perfect circles and the sizes are adjustable.
You would sew the circle, then cut just beyond the stitches. Apply as normal.
I bought it cause I thought it was cool. Been playing around with different ideas. Kinda fun tool.
Other than that, I just find something in my kitchen approx. the size I'm looking for and use that.
You would sew the circle, then cut just beyond the stitches. Apply as normal.
I bought it cause I thought it was cool. Been playing around with different ideas. Kinda fun tool.
Other than that, I just find something in my kitchen approx. the size I'm looking for and use that.
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