I have tried to cut the center out of the fusible paper, but I can't seem to get it fused down before the fusing material comes off. This is especially difficult to do when the fusing material becomes separated from the pattern paper! How did you conquer this problem? I know I am not the only one with this problem. I use Steam-a-Seam Lite 2.
Originally Posted by scowlkat
When I do fusible applique, I trace the piece, then cut out the center leaving between 1/4 to 3/8 inch of the fusible. That does help alleviate the stiffness although I don't know if it would help with hand applique. Also, I use Steam A Seam 2 Lite.