Whip stitching over my basting stitches
#22
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My LQS was doing a quick EPP class at one point using a glue stick for holding the edges. I don't know how easy it would be to un-stick that to remove the papers. I did not take the class, it was just a quick demo during some other event at the shop at the time.
#23
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You can machine baste but just set your stitch for the longest length which is 5 on my Bernina. There are a lot of quilters that make a test block before they start a quilting project. I have been quilting for over 25 years, and I am STILL learning new stuff so don't feel bad.
#24
Ok....time to do another practice bit. Seems like you have got it a little mixed up. Here's a really easy step by step tutorial for English Paper Piecing.....once you get the hang of it you will be zooming along:
http://selfsewn.blogspot.com.au/2012...-tutorial.html
http://selfsewn.blogspot.com.au/2012...-tutorial.html
Renee... so glad you posted your question, this looks like the perfect tutorial to answer your questions.
#25
I use the Sewline glue stick for my EPP and love it. Makes for very accurate piecing.
peace
I hope your question were answered and your problem solved. This was a great ? and lots of good info to use.
peace
I hope your question were answered and your problem solved. This was a great ? and lots of good info to use.
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#27
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I too use the sewline glue stick....fast, effective and the glue releases easily when it's time to remove the paper...no residue..and just a little swipe holds the seam allowance down.......no more thread basting for me....
#28
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Everything everyone said makes a lot of sense but for those who look at my pattern it calls for the whipstitching before removing the paper.when I try to remove the paper it leaves a little strip where I have whipstitched it. I guess that will have to be ok. I guess I could slide a pair of cuticle scissors under the seam and cut it out in small pieces.....
#29
Everything everyone said makes a lot of sense but for those who look at my pattern it calls for the whipstitching before removing the paper.when I try to remove the paper it leaves a little strip where I have whipstitched it. I guess that will have to be ok. I guess I could slide a pair of cuticle scissors under the seam and cut it out in small pieces.....
#30
Renee Please look at the video I suggested because what you are doing in the pictures you posted is not correct. It will result in a lot of frustration for you if you continue this way. Some times it just take awhile for it to all make sense.
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