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  1. 10-17-2012, 12:43 PM #1
    Jingle
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    I will try out these ideas if and when I get to making a Dresden Plate Quilt. Thanks.
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  2. 10-18-2012, 09:25 AM #2
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    Lightbulb Back Basting & Washable Markers

    I use combination of back basting with washable markers, that I have drawn on the back of the fabric block. ck When I needle turn (or more appropriately - toothpick turn) I can see the blue washable marker from the top and know that I'm right on track. After the block is done, I need to rinse WITHOUT detergent it to ensure the blue washable marker comes out. Sometimes I like to take one of those pigma permanent fine markers and mark on top of the fabric and turn it under, hiding the mark - but I have to be on top of my game to do that! Those round toothpicks at Cracker Barrel are my favorite!
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  3. 10-19-2012, 09:54 AM #3
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    In looking for a way to have neater looking applique, I came across this tutorial. Have tried it and it turned out very good. Some of you have already mentioned this method of back basting but thought the pictures may add to any directions already given.

    http://www.allaboutapplique.net/cate...turn-applique/
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  4. 10-19-2012, 07:40 PM #4
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jingle View Post
    I will try out these ideas if and when I get to making a Dresden Plate Quilt. Thanks.

    I made a Dresden Plate square on Craftsy Free BOM and didn't use applique at all.. You might want to take a look at that class.
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    That's why I only do raw edge applique.
    Got fabric?
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    Quote Originally Posted by BellaBoo View Post
    That's why I only do raw edge applique.
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    I use freezer paper and starch works great.
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    I just use a chalk pencil on the right side of my applique pieces, and turn under on the line. I cut 1/4" seams and then trim them and clip curves as I go.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Imakequilts View Post
    I used to baste my 1/4 inch turn-under on my applique pieces. This sometimes left edges that were not smooth.
    I found a simpler method-- run a basting stitch 1/4 inch in from the edge and after tacking the piece in position, using your needle, turn it under as you go using the thread as your guide. Remove the basting thread when completed..
    I got a book by Alex Anderson on the "needle-turn" method of applique, and this is exactly what she does.
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  10. 10-18-2012, 04:27 AM #10
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    For perfect circles, I use the dryer sheet method but haven't had much luck when using that method when appliqueing alphabet letters. I do run a line of stitching along the edge and use the needle turn method to turn the edges up to that line of sewing and am always impressed by people who can make an entire applique quilt.
    A fabric stash is always missing that one fabric needed to finish the quilt on which you're working.
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