Starch for applique?
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it depends on what kind of appliqueing you are doing-
if you are doing needle turn applique- some people actually use a paint brush and stach in a dish and use it to turn under the edges-
if you are doing fusable-raw edge applique- the starch (might) keep the fusable from adhering properly
if you are doing needle turn applique- some people actually use a paint brush and stach in a dish and use it to turn under the edges-
if you are doing fusable-raw edge applique- the starch (might) keep the fusable from adhering properly
#14
Originally Posted by bjeriann
My favorite starch is MaryEllen's Best Press Starch Alternative. I use the method from One Piece at a Time website. She has great tips. I usually use a blanket stitch but this will work for hand stitching too.
http://erinrussek.typepad.com/one-pi...lique-lessons/
http://erinrussek.typepad.com/one-pi...lique-lessons/
#16
Originally Posted by FirstQuilt
I did read that folks making perfect applique circles (lots of bias!) used washers for templates and then started the circles a lot to hold the shape during applique. That makes a lot of sense.
Also, I recently tried starching the fabric before cutting out some designs for needle-turn and it did reduce fraying, plus it seemed to help form a crisper edge, too. Do some practice pieces and see what works for you. Good luck!
Karen
#17
I am working on an applique project that I used wax paper as patterns and brushed starch on the seam allowance to turn under then iron. I pull off the wax paper and sew on to the background fabric. When I began this project it was my intention to do needle turn, but I found I am actually doing more of a blind stitch. The fabric is too stiff to turn so I catch a few strands from the under side. It is looking real good but very time consuming.
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