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04-30-2016, 08:22 AM
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Tell me ... did you use a fusible to adhere each piece down? I did a series of raw edge recently and used steam-a-seam lite 2 fusible (my avatar). when I stitched the edges of the pieces (not quilting, no batting just fabric) I had the devil of a time. In some areas where there were 3+ layers of fusible (4 layers of fabric) I had terrible problems with thread breaking, thread not picking up the bobbin thread, and gunk building up on the needle. The other problem was that where the needle punched through it left a hole that would not fill in (because of the fusible), despite using the smallest needle possible (which contributed to needle breakage).
I have more pieces to do and I will NOT use a fusible, I'll use a glue stick. I've done it that way before and it worked like a charm. the only reason I used fusible is because I was following instructions. Won't do that again.
So wondering ... did you use fusible, and if so what kind did you use?
05-01-2016, 10:48 AM
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Tell me ... did you use a fusible to adhere each piece down? I did a series of raw edge recently and used steam-a-seam lite 2 fusible (my avatar). when I stitched the edges of the pieces (not quilting, no batting just fabric) I had the devil of a time. In some areas where there were 3+ layers of fusible (4 layers of fabric) I had terrible problems with thread breaking, thread not picking up the bobbin thread, and gunk building up on the needle. The other problem was that where the needle punched through it left a hole that would not fill in (because of the fusible), despite using the smallest needle possible (which contributed to needle breakage).
I have more pieces to do and I will NOT use a fusible, I'll use a glue stick. I've done it that way before and it worked like a charm. the only reason I used fusible is because I was following instructions. Won't do that again.
So wondering ... did you use fusible, and if so what kind did you use?
I have more pieces to do and I will NOT use a fusible, I'll use a glue stick. I've done it that way before and it worked like a charm. the only reason I used fusible is because I was following instructions. Won't do that again.
So wondering ... did you use fusible, and if so what kind did you use?
Yes, I used fusible - soft fuse. I have used steam-a-seam 2 in the past and I like it, but you are right, too many layers and you will have a tough time getting through steam-a-seam.
In the bird queen quilt I used Soft-Fuse and I really like it a lot. I think it's lighter than steam-a-seam. I iron very lightly when putting the assemblies together, I don't just mash it down, so it's not a permanent fuse. Only ironing enough to hold it gently in place. This helps keep the layers pliable and not so much concrete of fabric layers. This is probably the most important thing to do, keep those layers soft and gentle.
A couple of other things, I use a microtex needle with embroidery threads (isacord or mettler poly sheen, I can't remember which I used on this). I think they are less resistant to shredding and smoothly go through the multiple layers of fabric better. Transparent nylon thread also does well, nice and smooth, but I usually like being able to see the quilting instead of hiding it with tranparent thread.
Spritzing a little water on the quilt and lightly ironing afterwards will help close those needle holes - as long as you didn't mash it down when ironing the fusible down.
05-06-2016, 06:43 AM
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Thanks Uncle ... I did spritz with water, heck ... I even "dunked" my test piece, and the needle holes would not go away. I've not heard of 'soft fuze' ... will check with my LQS to see if they carry it. "Concrete" ... you nailed it with that word!!
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