Is Steam a Seam 2 good Fusible? Applique.
08-21-2011, 08:43 PM
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Have you tried scoring the back of the fusible paper with a pin, tug gently and then peel the paper off? I don't like to score close to the edge, as it can fray the side of the applique :D:D:D
08-21-2011, 08:57 PM
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I use a plain ol' kids glue stick. Always thought that fusible stuff was so expensive and I didn't like the stiffness.
Cut out your piece that you need to attach. Carry your glue stick around in your pocket for a while, works much better and wont stretch fabric when it worm and goes on easily. I just give the piece a little dab or little swipe of the glue stick and attach it to where I want it. Apply a little bit of pressuer an you are good to go! You can pick them up and reposition them for a good hour after being put down. Even when dry you can tug them off by the fabric may stretch out of shape.
I saw,ah, what's her name, Bonesteale(?) using them on an episode of her show on PBS. Once it dries, it doesn't gum up your needle either. Washing will remove it. It's all I use anymore.
Cut out your piece that you need to attach. Carry your glue stick around in your pocket for a while, works much better and wont stretch fabric when it worm and goes on easily. I just give the piece a little dab or little swipe of the glue stick and attach it to where I want it. Apply a little bit of pressuer an you are good to go! You can pick them up and reposition them for a good hour after being put down. Even when dry you can tug them off by the fabric may stretch out of shape.
I saw,ah, what's her name, Bonesteale(?) using them on an episode of her show on PBS. Once it dries, it doesn't gum up your needle either. Washing will remove it. It's all I use anymore.
08-22-2011, 07:54 AM
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I used Pellon and bought the Steam A Seam 2, but I have not used.
It is true that the fuse gives rigidity to the parts and makes your application with hand-scalloped much it costs. Even I did not dare to quilting that piece, because almost certainly could not do it manually.
I would like to find something less rigid, with some other element.
It is true that the fuse gives rigidity to the parts and makes your application with hand-scalloped much it costs. Even I did not dare to quilting that piece, because almost certainly could not do it manually.
I would like to find something less rigid, with some other element.
08-22-2011, 08:01 AM
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Originally Posted by COYOTEMAGIC
I use a plain ol' kids glue stick. Always thought that fusible stuff was so expensive and I didn't like the stiffness.
Cut out your piece that you need to attach. Carry your glue stick around in your pocket for a while, works much better and wont stretch fabric when it worm and goes on easily. I just give the piece a little dab or little swipe of the glue stick and attach it to where I want it. Apply a little bit of pressuer an you are good to go! You can pick them up and reposition them for a good hour after being put down. Even when dry you can tug them off by the fabric may stretch out of shape.
I saw,ah, what's her name, Bonesteale(?) using them on an episode of her show on PBS. Once it dries, it doesn't gum up your needle either. Washing will remove it. It's all I use anymore.
Cut out your piece that you need to attach. Carry your glue stick around in your pocket for a while, works much better and wont stretch fabric when it worm and goes on easily. I just give the piece a little dab or little swipe of the glue stick and attach it to where I want it. Apply a little bit of pressuer an you are good to go! You can pick them up and reposition them for a good hour after being put down. Even when dry you can tug them off by the fabric may stretch out of shape.
I saw,ah, what's her name, Bonesteale(?) using them on an episode of her show on PBS. Once it dries, it doesn't gum up your needle either. Washing will remove it. It's all I use anymore.
The glue stick doesn't keep the fabric from raveling at the edges though. Fusibles help keep the edges from fraying. I do use the glue stick to help position fabric for paper piecing.
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08-22-2011, 08:25 AM
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I have all three of the major manufactures Fusibles in various weights..... because each has their own positives and negatives. I really would suggest get a small piece and try it for your intented purpose.
08-23-2011, 08:40 PM
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Originally Posted by amma
Have you tried scoring the back of the fusible paper with a pin, tug gently and then peel the paper off? I don't like to score close to the edge, as it can fray the side of the applique :D:D:D
08-23-2011, 08:50 PM
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I love it. If it is too stiff for you before you bond it to your fabric cut out the middle leaving about 1/4" to 3/8" around the outer edge and then bond. It leaves the middle nice and soft and just bonds on the edges. Clear as mud?
08-23-2011, 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by mzsooz
I love it. If it is too stiff for you before you bond it to your fabric cut out the middle leaving about 1/4" to 3/8" around the outer edge and then bond. It leaves the middle nice and soft and just bonds on the edges. Clear as mud?
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