Elmer's washable clear school glue
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I use Elmer's White School glue for bindings, basting and applique. Here's a link from a post I made when someone asked how I did it. http://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1...t-t180790.html I've never used the clear, but I've used the Glue Sticks for applique as well
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I tried it for the very first time last night. I used a cheap iron that didn't steam anymore and it got everywhere! I didn't use a tip, so I might have been a little messy. On the other hand.. it worked really well!
When I was in the Army, we used Superglue on our cargo pockets when we pressed our pants. Worked great but lasted several washes. I made a little cash on the side by pressing pants for other soldiers and cutting hair!
When I was in the Army, we used Superglue on our cargo pockets when we pressed our pants. Worked great but lasted several washes. I made a little cash on the side by pressing pants for other soldiers and cutting hair!
#16
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There was a post last week about using glue, so I bought Elmer's school glue at 3/$1. gotta love back-to-school sales. I did see the clear, but wasn't sure how it would work.
#17
I haven't tried the clear school washable glue. But I have used the white - and it seems to adhere after pressing - but if I put too much, the needle in my machine will have a hesitation moving forward. I think sometimes less is best - then it all washes out really nice once I'm finished with the quilt. I use the elmers glue on all bindings even if I hand stitch them.
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I used too much glue when I glued some batting in for a trapundo effect and it was really stiff and hard to quilt. I sprayed cold water on it to remove markings, and it softened the glue too! It was a good thing in this instance, but that plan might back-fire if I was counting on the glue to hold it together after I sprayed!
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