I was taught to use spray starch. Spray a small amount of Magic Sizing in a paper cup or container, use a cheap paint brush, little one, and paint the spray starch on the 1/4" edge. Either iron it or press it with your fingers. I ironed mine. Then applique it. It is not glue but the 1/4" stays put, especially in the middle of the "v" spots. It really helped me.