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how to keep edges from fraying on a top

Old 07-24-2009, 05:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Ninnie
I just sew about 1/8 from the edge all the way around.
me, too - I use a straight stitch - about a 2.5 on my machine - maybe about 10 stitches to the inch
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Old 07-24-2009, 06:51 PM
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Just do a 1/8" stay stitch around the outside. If you use the fray check, check with your LAer before you do it.
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Old 07-25-2009, 06:00 AM
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They really shouldn't fray that much just unfolding them and holding them up for people to see. I sure wouldn't use fray check on them, that could get pricey. At the most I would do a stay stitch around the edge.
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Old 07-25-2009, 07:58 AM
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I've never had problems with fray-check getting hard, but I use a thin line and move fast
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Old 07-25-2009, 09:26 AM
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Another idea instead of fray check would be Elmers Glue. Dilute it 50% with water and paint a very thin fine amount right at the edge. You can sew through it easily and it will wash right out.
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Old 07-25-2009, 10:58 AM
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Someone here told me to wrap the backing and the batting over the top and pin it down while you are quilting it. I will be doing that soon. I think it is a terrific tip.
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Old 07-25-2009, 11:22 AM
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They really shouldn't fray that much just unfolding them and holding them up for people to see.
Hmm--maybe that's the best route for most. If I end up with four tops it'll take awhile to stitch around them all. I'll decide on a q top to top basis. :wink:

Thanks for the great hints.
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Old 07-25-2009, 11:46 AM
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I would just put some spray starch on them that should help and not be real time consuming....just a thought....good luck....:-)
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Old 07-25-2009, 02:41 PM
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gcathie--good idea. I've never used the stuff--so would I just spray the back? Maybe outside? It can be handled fine afterwards? It'll hold those little threads in place?
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Old 07-27-2009, 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by amma
Another idea instead of fray check would be Elmers Glue. Dilute it 50% with water and paint a very thin fine amount right at the edge. You can sew through it easily and it will wash right out.
Good idea, cheaper too!
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