Question about spray basting batting
12-16-2010, 05:00 AM
#21
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have a small piece of fabric or paper towel near the machine with a little sewing machine oil on it...if you notice any (gumming) on the needle just use the soft cloth to clean it off...it's not a big deal
12-16-2010, 05:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Lisa_wanna_b_quilter
I use June Tailor because our local Wal-mart has it. It works well for me. The layers stay together and the needle seems fine.
12-16-2010, 05:28 AM
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You may want to reconsider how much you are quilting. With 21" blocks, you might be happier quilting closer than that.
Originally Posted by MaggieLou
Yep, it's gumming the needle. Not too bad but still an aggravation. Thankfully, I'm only doing minimal quilting. The blocks are 21" each and I'm just doing a decorative stitch between the blocks. I'm not going to try and wash it out before shipping it. Just don't have the time. I used flannel for batting so I wouldn't have to quilt too much. The blocks don't lend themselves to a lot of quilting. Since this is my first time quilting a quilt it's a lesson learned but at least it's not a king size quilt just a twin. I definitely won't use this spray again. I may try the fusible batting to see how that works.
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12-16-2010, 06:19 AM
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Originally Posted by MaggieLou
I just sandwiched a quilt using spray basting. After I finished someone said, "you know it's going to gum up the needle when you quilt it". Has anyone had this problem? I'd hate to think I have to take it apart and wash it before trying to quilt. I'm under a time constrain trying to get it finished to ship to my GD for Christmas. Needless to say I'm waaaay behind.
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12-16-2010, 06:26 AM
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Well.....I love Sullivan's and do believe I haven't lost any brain cells. The main thing is not to overspray. I have let quilts sit for several months before quilting and they are just fine. Many quilters I know swear by Sullivan's. As with any propellant you do need to have a well ventalated (sp). I think most of the problems with any type of spray baste are caused by way to much spraying. As with most products a little goes a long way. If you do have a needle that does get gummed up the alcohol and cotton ball are your best friend.
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