There is a little metal thing/ring that fits on your index finger tip with a long point for pressing. You could probably do the same thing with a wooden Popsicle stick to hold the seam allowance open while you press.
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There is a little metal thing/ring that fits on your index finger tip with a long point for pressing. You could probably do the same thing with a wooden Popsicle stick to hold the seam allowance open while you press.
I use a good old fashioned cuticle stick. And who says you have to press the seams open?Originally Posted by Tartan
I press to set the seam, then open up and open the seam up with my finger for about five inches and press that portion open. After that I use the tip of the iron to open the seam, sliding along slowly and lowering the iron periodically. Had lots of practice from clothing construction, so it goes pretty fast.
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That's the way I do it also. :-)
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I press my seams open all the time...find the blocks lay flatter for me that way. I have a little plastic 'pressing tool' thing that I picked up in JAF some time ago. Most times I just use my fingers but if there are stubborn spots, this thing does save on scorched fingers.
Why is the pattern calling for open seams?? Usually I only open them to prevent any bulk from occurring on a quilt where seams meet. I just got a steam burn on my index finger but the next day, it was fine, thank goodness.
Last edited by ManiacQuilter2; 11-04-2014 at 06:38 AM.
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I use a lightweight sleeve ham. I put the seam over the top of the ham right sides down. The weight of the material makes it such that there isn't any mess, tuck, ripple, or whatever. Perfect and no need to get my fingers in the way. also better for my arthritis.
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Don't use your finger!
There are plenty of tools laying around your house that you can use. A Popsicle stick, a chop stick.... my favorite item is a curved cuticle pusher.
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I use half of a wooden clothes peg. Works for me.
True4uca
I use the shank from one of my daughter's old pointe shoes to run down the seam after setting it. Nothing like a recycle to get the job done.
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