tried fusible batting for first time -what did I do wrong?
#1
I tried fusible batting on a wall hanging today. I have read countless threads on here and everyone raved about it. I goofed somehow. I kept getting puckers on the front and back. I repositioned but still had puckers. Tried hand quilting in my hoop, but the sandwich seemed so stiff. I tried loosening the hoop a bit like I usually do, but it was still so stiff I couldn't really rock the needle. I had to quilt one stitch at a time. Not a happy, relaxing afternoon. Any suggestions, guys? TIA
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I dislike fusible batting. I never could quilt on it without puckers. Once the fabric was pressed down on it my pressor foot would still push the fabric enough to cause puckers. I would have to heat it again so I could left and smooth the fabric. I gave up on it a long time ago.
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I have only used fusible batting when doing a small project. I would be very afraid of using it for anything larger than a small wall-hanging. I prefer using a basting spray. Maybe you should do some pinning or basting with a needle and thread?
#9
Originally Posted by Joeysnana
Thanks everyone for the input. I appreciate it. I have taken the quilt off the fusible batting and am going to baste it onto a polyester batting instead. No more fusible for me!
#10
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JUST bought my first fusible batting,but after reading all the comments,i'm afraid to useit !it's queen size,but have 12 grands &6ggrands to make quilts for,so wouldn't mind cutting it up. do you think it would e ok for twin & under?
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