Thread: Steam-a-Steam 2.

I made a quilted wall hanging that has applique on it. I used the Steam-a-Steam2. I have read 2 different directions for that product. One said the steaming the applique down was sufficient. The other said to satin stitch or zig-zag the edges. This hanging is not something that will be washed much. Do I need to stitch the applique down or will it stay "stuck" down? Who has luck with which method? Thanks for the help!

Originally Posted by sewnsewer2

As long as it it stuck down well, I don't think you need to stitch it. I also LOVE the 1/4 steam a seam for putting in zippers etc.

I didn't now there was a 1/4 steam a seam, but it sounds great, especially if it helps put in a zipper! How do you use it to install a zipper?

It sticks really well, even after being washed. I wouldn't bother to sew it down for a wallhanging.

I have only ever sewed around it, but that is personal preference. You would be able to leave it as is for a wallhanging.

If it is a wall hanging I would do a simple straight stitch around the edges but not a satin stitch, but I don't think it will matter if its a wall hanging.