Fray Check
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Fray Check
Can someone tell me how to use this? The different options.
Can I use it after I have already appliqued something and discover the fabric is fraying even after the applique stitch is used on it.
Thanks
Can I use it after I have already appliqued something and discover the fabric is fraying even after the applique stitch is used on it.
Thanks
#2
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fray check is often used by needle pointer's and cross stitchers to keep the edges of their (canvas) from fraying- it drys hard- leaves a stiff edge- if you plan to use it with an applique i would definitly wait until after stitching-since it would be very difficult to stitch through. just remember you would then have a hard edge around your applique. what kind of applique are you doing? raw edge applique (generally) is done with a fusable on the back- which (help) keep the fraying from happening- turn under applique cutting a wider turn under edge will help keep fraying from happening. what (applique stitch) are you using? a blanket stitch? a small zigzag? a satin stitch? you may want to increase the width of the stitch & lessen the length- so the stitch takes a larger bite of the applique- but the stitch is closer together. if using fray check- definitly after the stitching is done...pictures would help with advice on how to (overcome) the problem in the future.
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ckcowl, you wrote such a helpful response. I did not write the original post, but I still picked pointer from your response. That's what I like about this board. Everyone is so generous, taking time to help others.
#8
Thank you for your very informative reply. Unfortunlately I am doing applique with machine embroidery designs.
I may have to look into the Fray Block and see if that would better help me.
I had no idea the fabric edges would fray as much as they are I am using a good quality fabric. But thank you for the tips.
I may have to look into the Fray Block and see if that would better help me.
I had no idea the fabric edges would fray as much as they are I am using a good quality fabric. But thank you for the tips.
fray check is often used by needle pointer's and cross stitchers to keep the edges of their (canvas) from fraying- it drys hard- leaves a stiff edge- if you plan to use it with an applique i would definitly wait until after stitching-since it would be very difficult to stitch through. just remember you would then have a hard edge around your applique. what kind of applique are you doing? raw edge applique (generally) is done with a fusable on the back- which (help) keep the fraying from happening- turn under applique cutting a wider turn under edge will help keep fraying from happening. what (applique stitch) are you using? a blanket stitch? a small zigzag? a satin stitch? you may want to increase the width of the stitch & lessen the length- so the stitch takes a larger bite of the applique- but the stitch is closer together. if using fray check- definitly after the stitching is done...pictures would help with advice on how to (overcome) the problem in the future.
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