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Old 01-22-2011, 03:33 AM
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DA Mayer
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Originally Posted by QuiltQtrs
I use "used dryer sheets" as my backing, sew on machine around all edges
and then cut a slit in dryer sheet, turn each piece (bonnet, arm, shoe, dress, etc)
and after pressing, you can cut away excess sheet on back. All your edges
are nicely finished, and ready to hand or machine applique onto the background square.
what a great inexpensive way to go green. All I can tell you is if you use heavy interfacing the applique feels funny and sometimes wrinkles and doesn't bend, ask me how I know.........LOL
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