Oh no! I purchased Steam a Seam2 not the lite
#12
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I accidentally purchased the Steam a Seam 2 that is not the lite version. Return postage is almost what I paid for it.
I am making an art quilt that has up to 3 layers to sew through in places (raw edge appliqué). Can any one tell me if I can use what I purchased?
Here is an example of one I did in class last week.
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I am making an art quilt that has up to 3 layers to sew through in places (raw edge appliqué). Can any one tell me if I can use what I purchased?
Here is an example of one I did in class last week.
[ATTACH=CONFIG]523698[/ATTACH]
#13
If it were me, and I do a lot of fused art quilts, I wouldn't use it. I wouldn't even use the lite version. Three layers is going to be hard for a machine needle to get through and impossible for any hand stitching. Don't let the wrong product ruin your experience.
I stopped using SAS a long time ago and switched to Pelon 805 (Wonder Under) and Misty Fuse. Two of the many benefits are no more gummy needles and I can hand stitch through 3-4 layers of either one.
Very nice work on your class project!
I stopped using SAS a long time ago and switched to Pelon 805 (Wonder Under) and Misty Fuse. Two of the many benefits are no more gummy needles and I can hand stitch through 3-4 layers of either one.
Very nice work on your class project!
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----- I recently discovered that I can apply the glue to the edges of my drawn design and let dry, before I cut it out, then when I cut it out, I have a thinner glue line, and no fraying at all. I just dampened the edges during assembly. It worked.[/QUOTE]
Thanks for the tip. What a great idea!
Thanks for the tip. What a great idea!
#16
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Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Pennsylvania
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I've never had a problem with Steam a Seam of any type. If you think it is too heavy, cut away all but a thin strip around the edges of your applique. I love Stea a Seam, however, it is too expensive. There are so many appliques that you absolutely need to be able to position and reposition and that is why I use it, and I use it a lot.
#17
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Location: Alaska
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I even found a green scrub pad with the alcohol worked nicely to remove the gunk. It does get gunky quickly. I cleaned and oiled my sewing machine after doing this because it caused a mess. But it works in a pinch. As you said to return it would cost just as much as you spent. I noticed most trouble when there were multiple layers to sew through. It doesn't happen as much when there are only two layers or a thinner quilt sandwich. It will work out in the end. Good luck.
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