PIXIEONE

retrogirl02, I love how yall break down the instructions on how to applique. But on your "Close up of tucking the fold, stab stich, & pulling taught (Download)" I get a big white cover over most of it...Is it my download?? Where can I get a clear illustration of it??

Sorry yall, I just joined and don't know yalls wording on anything yet....

Pixieone

zz-pd

thank you very much. Penny

retrogirl02

I'm still waiting on the hubs for help---it looks like it's on the to-do list for next week. If you'd prefer a quicky explanation and my photos, I can put one together today.

PIXIEONE

I would love that retrogirl, and really appreciate it too.
But if it costs yall alot of time to do it, please don't bother..If yall do go ahead and make it, please send to me....


Thank Yall Lots
PixieOne

retrogirl02

Basting Method for Applique preparation (the quick explanation):

Start with a thicker thread and needle than you'd use in hand quilting. I use hand quilting thread in a high contrast color so I don't confuse my threads as I needleturn.

Use a running stitch (I like one similar to the rocking method of hand quilting), outlining your shape. You'll clip or pull out stitches as you go, depending on what works best for you. Usually, I just pull out 3-4 stitches in front of my needleturn.

retrogirl02

I learned about "back basting" from the sentimental stitches site. There was an explanation with the dear jane info also at www.dearjane.com but I can't make heads or tails of it even though I know how to do it already. If you are analytical, maybe it's designed for you. I'm a VERY visual learner. I'll re-do the tute next week when the hubs can take close ups for me if you'd like.

PIXIEONE

Retrogirl02, thank yall so much...will put with yalls other instructions and see how it goes for me...haha

Pixieone

retrogirl02

Best of Luck, PixieOne! I'll be available for the other tute midweek...gotta get going on some of this applique myself or I'll be falling behind on Jane.
Happy Quilting!
RETRO

marla

Thank you so much for this tute. I too struggle with points. I like you method of the freezer paper on the inside. I will try this too.

retrogirl02

Marla, freezer paper is easier for some types of applique.

I use the basting method for those tiny pieces, appliques that include seams to turn under, and odd shapes. It's easy for take along projects, too because you don't have to worry about the adhesive of the freezer paper.

If I'm working on them from home, I can whip up some freezer paper applique quickly so I still use that method from time to time.