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kriscraft99 09-12-2011 01:41 PM

I made a string block today, using the method of putting a strip of fabric in the middle held in place with a wipe of glue stick. When I went to remove the paper - I couldn't - what am I doing wrong?

Kris

whinnytoo 09-12-2011 01:49 PM

why are you using glue? I do mine on fusible interfacing, press when done, then trim and they dont shift or move at all.

greensleeves 09-12-2011 01:53 PM

Try to dampen the paper. Did you use washable glue?

ckcowl 09-12-2011 02:19 PM

if you used a washable glue get the paper wet- that should make the glue let go- if you are going to use glue you only want to use a tiny dab- just enough to hold the first piece in place= pins are easier to remove :)
if you did not use a washable glue it might take some work to get it off == water should still help

CoriAmD 09-12-2011 04:36 PM

did you shorten your stitch length? ... this makes tearing that paper easier. But I never use glue, just hold it in place with your fingers and sew... not hard, I don't think... I use old yellow pages as my paper.

kriscraft99 09-13-2011 03:58 AM

I will try no glue next time, I'm just wondering why some of the tutorials for string block piecing recommend glue for the first strip?

Diamondrose 09-13-2011 04:04 AM

I think it would work using glue if you were using fabric for the foundation instead of paper.


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