Question on Machine Applique
#1
I am doing a machine applique quilt. I have fused down the figures on the background of the quilt. There are many very small pieces that have to be appliqued to the background. When I try to machine stitch the small pieces, the needle chews up the fabric. Does anyone have a suggestion of what I am doing wrong? I would appreciate any help that you can give me. Thanks
#4
What kind of applique? Satin stitch, blanket stitch or raw edge? Do you have stabilizer under the pieces? You may need to change to a different needle.
Not my area of expertise although I have made several.
Not my area of expertise although I have made several.
#5
It could be your stitch (which one are you using?)/your tension needs adjusting, your needle is dull or you need a stabilizer on the back. That's all I've got.
Of course, there's always the sewing machine gremilins!
If you do find the solution, you can go back and trim the frayed edges and use fray check to keep them from fraying again.
Good luck! :thumbup:
Of course, there's always the sewing machine gremilins!
If you do find the solution, you can go back and trim the frayed edges and use fray check to keep them from fraying again.
Good luck! :thumbup:
#6
Put some stabilizer onto the back of the fabric that you are appliqueing onto. It doesn't have to be a stick on piece, just one that is tear away and firm enough to keep your work from being eaten by the machine!! Good luck
#8
I used Steam a Seam fusible and a blanket stitch. I will try it again with stabilizer and a new 60/8 needle. My needle could have been dull. I am so forgetful in putting in a new needle. Thanks for all your suggestions.
#10
Originally Posted by Qarena
I am doing a machine applique quilt. I have fused down the figures on the background of the quilt. There are many very small pieces that have to be appliqued to the background. When I try to machine stitch the small pieces, the needle chews up the fabric. Does anyone have a suggestion of what I am doing wrong? I would appreciate any help that you can give me. Thanks
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