Originally Posted by ghostrider
Originally Posted by clem55
appliques, but you do want the lighter weight fusible if using on a quilt. Some of the more heavier fusibles make things too stiff. so if you plan to use on a quilt, test out a smaple piece first. I didn't the first time and was quite disappointed that my large appliques were too stiff.
I think you mean using fusible web not fusible interfacing for appliqué. The purpose of fusible interfacing is to add stiffness. Fusible web is simply an adhesive.
There are many types and weights of interfacing and that will determine what it is used for. Do you know what brand and product number you bought?
You can use light weight fusible interfacing for applique, Eleanor Burns has a technique she teaches in her shows.
You cut out your applique shape out of the fabric and fusible.
Put the right side of fabric facing the fusible side of the interfacing.
Stitch around the whole outer perimeter of the piece.
Make a small clip in the center of the interfacing, turn the piece right side out.
Smooth and shape the applique piece so it lays nicely.
Iron the applique piece onto the block, border or quilt top.
Hand or machine sew the applique pieces in place :D:D:D