Turned vs Raw Edge Applique
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Turned vs Raw Edge Applique
Hi! I'm a bit conflicted about how to approach a table runner project I'm wanting to do for Christmas gifts. The pattern I have instructs you to use fusible applique for the pieces and then shows a blanket stitch around each of the pieces. The pattern is from Europe and I've translated it with an App so obviously I've lost something in the translation . I really don't have any substantial experience with fusible applique. My question is, is there a fusible product that I could use for raw edge Applique, where the applique itself will not fray once it's fused, I even after washing? If so, what is it and will it make the runner stiff? I'm not against turning the edges on the applique pieces either, rather than do raw edge, as I actually prefer that look and am more comfortable with the long term wear and tear on it. I Really don't want to use a satin stitch on the project as I like the look of the blanket stitch, as it adds more to the flavour of the piece in this instance. The shapes involved would be fairly turned edge friendly . Any insight you can offer would be appreciated!
thank you,
Kathy
thank you,
Kathy
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In my experience, using Wonderunder and a blanket stitch around the appliqué, the edges do eventually get fuzzy after washing. Batiks stay nicer longer but even they eventually no longer look as crisp. If you are looking for a permenately finished look, do turned edge appliqué. Others may have different opinions but this is mine.
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I do a lot of appliqué. Fused, raw edge, machine appliqué. Generally my go-to fusible ( I purchase it by the bolt) is Heat n Bond Lite. I either use a small zigzag or blanket stitch around each piece. I’ve been doing this for years. I’ve never really had any problems with fraying edges.
If you choose to do needle turn hand appliqué remember to add a seam allowance to each piece.
If you choose to do needle turn hand appliqué remember to add a seam allowance to each piece.
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I much prefer the turned edge method of applique and feel it is well worth the extra time that it takes to do it. There are several helpful techniques to use. With this method, you can use a blanket stitch edge done by hand or machine.
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Ok I cheat sometimes. I take a light interfacing and sew to the applique piece and then turn inside out and carefully press so as not to have the interfacing show. If its a large piece I cut the middle out of the interfacing and then place the piece and use a blanket stitch to sew it down. No turning (which I'm not good at!) and no fraying.
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Ok I cheat sometimes. I take a light interfacing and sew to the applique piece and then turn inside out and carefully press so as not to have the interfacing show. If its a large piece I cut the middle out of the interfacing and then place the piece and use a blanket stitch to sew it down. No turning (which I'm not good at!) and no fraying.
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I'm with ArlaJo (maybe it's a Washington thing). Applique or handwork in general is not one of my better skills and I use the inside out method. I sew the interface to the top side of the fabric using tiny stitches. You can see through the fusing to the design in the fabric or you can draw it.
Yesterday I bought a box of scraps and in them were some nice smooth bunny rabbit shapes already cut out and ironed on with freezer paper but not yet trimmed out of the fabric, I'm thinking maybe I should work with them. Then the reminder comes in my mind that "yeah, but you suck at handwork -- maybe you should let someone else have them".
I really do admire y'all who do applique. One of my quilting friends did lovely work and I learned a lot from her even if I don't put that knowledge to use. Not by her, but I remember this one quilt I saw that had bunches of grapes around the border, I swear every grape was an individual circle no bigger than the eraser on the end of a pencil -- all I can say about that is "you go quilter!" because I'm not even going to start
Yesterday I bought a box of scraps and in them were some nice smooth bunny rabbit shapes already cut out and ironed on with freezer paper but not yet trimmed out of the fabric, I'm thinking maybe I should work with them. Then the reminder comes in my mind that "yeah, but you suck at handwork -- maybe you should let someone else have them".
I really do admire y'all who do applique. One of my quilting friends did lovely work and I learned a lot from her even if I don't put that knowledge to use. Not by her, but I remember this one quilt I saw that had bunches of grapes around the border, I swear every grape was an individual circle no bigger than the eraser on the end of a pencil -- all I can say about that is "you go quilter!" because I'm not even going to start
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https://www.connectingthreads.com/wa...sheets/p/82136 this is what I have used
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