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    Old 07-21-2019, 01:31 PM
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    Just finished a baby quilt. I did fusible baby animals. Free motioned the back ground and have the binding done. I did not sew around the fusible. It looks good but now I'm worried that I should have sewn around the edges. Any input?
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    Old 07-21-2019, 01:35 PM
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    IMHO...If it is to be washed much the fusible might come off.
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    Old 07-21-2019, 01:36 PM
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    As a baby quilt which is likely to be washed often I think it would be a good idea to at least go round the inside of each appliqué.
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    Old 07-21-2019, 04:11 PM
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    I think I will stitch around the edges with invisible thread. Thanks everyone - you just verified what I really was thinking.
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    Old 07-22-2019, 03:32 AM
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    You need to stitch down your appliqués. The fusible holds pieces in place for you to stitch- it washes away.
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    Old 07-22-2019, 05:34 AM
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    I’ve always thought the images should be sewn down. I just can’t imagine anything appliquéd and staying on a quilt/wall hanging without being sewn.
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    Old 07-22-2019, 06:23 AM
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    Please don’t use invisible thread on a baby quilt. If it wraps around a toe or a finger, it can be difficult to see.
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    Old 07-22-2019, 06:52 AM
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    Thank you momsbusy. You beat me to my response. Very dangerous on baby toes and fingers
    if it starts to come loose
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    Old 07-22-2019, 07:20 AM
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    Originally Posted by ckcowl
    You need to stitch down your appliqués. The fusible holds pieces in place for you to stitch- it washes away.
    Interested in what fusible you use that washes away?
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    Old 07-22-2019, 07:59 AM
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    ​I might match the thread colour to the appliqué and stitch about 1/8 inside and let the edges fray.
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